Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,042 sqft$176/sqft
5538 Mc Donald Rd, Roscoe, IL 61073
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.21 acresLot Size
1987Year Built
$176/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Secluded 1.21 acre lot with fully wooded perimeter that provides a natural privacy buffer on all sides, completely screening the home from view, as well as offering shaded energy efficiency. Custom story-and-a-half with a private upper-level master suite, featuring a windowed treetop overlook. Skylight in master bath with large whirlpool tub. Living room that opens up into a soaring 2 story wall of windows. Newer hardwood flooring on main floor. Cathedral ceiling in kitchen with skylight. 16.3' x...Secluded 1.21 acre lot with fully wooded perimeter that provides a natural privacy buffer on all sides, completely screening the home from view, as well as offering shaded energy efficiency. Custom story-and-a-half with a private upper-level master suite, featuring a windowed treetop overlook. Skylight in master bath with large whirlpool tub. Living room that opens up into a soaring 2 story wall of windows. Newer hardwood flooring on main floor. Cathedral ceiling in kitchen with skylight. 16.3' x 15' covered, screened porch off back of kitchen overlooking serene wooded landscape, and connected by stairs to large, lower level deck. Exposed walkout basement with full-sized windows and patio door, and cozy wood-burning fireplace. Finished basement features 4th bedroom, 3rd full bathroom, family room, rec room, and storage. Attached 3 stall garage insulated, heated, and includes 220V electric service, as well as 120V electric service in detached 16' x 16' storage garage. Winding driveway to attached 3 stall garage also connected to detached storage garage by stamped concrete sidewalk and apron. Standard septic system just pumped and inspected. Close to amenities and easy access to I-90/39. Property adjacent to paved trail system.

    Sold By Keller Williams Realty Signature

    • Listed by: Vanessa Carlson 800.403.8716 IREALTYMLS@aol.com; ILLINOISDISCOUNTREALTY@gmail.COM • Illinois Discount Realty
    Listing closed: 07/31/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12684102

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    Property Information for 5538 Mc Donald Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $3,208 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • Area: Roscoe
    • Township: Roscoe
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 3.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Gas
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Traditional
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1987
    • Lot Size: 1.21 AC / 52,707 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 122
    • High School District: 122
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 122
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
    Location and General Information
    • Front Exposure: South, East
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
    • Num Of Rooms: 8
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
    • Attic: Pull Down Stair
    • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
    • Basement Type: Finished, Walk-Out Access
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Gas
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room
    • Room Type: Recreation Room, Screened Porch
    • Num of Baths: 3.0
    Exterior Features
    • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Screened
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well
    • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
    • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 31-40 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Wooded, Mature Trees
    • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 172X174X391X299
    • Other Structures: Shed(s)
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
    • Construction: Cedar
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2026-06-25T12:29:53
    • Photos Count: 25
    • Rural: N
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X10
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X12
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X11
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X11
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Walkout Basement
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 22X14
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X12
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 7X9
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 21X13
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 22X13
    Screened Porch Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Screened Porch
    • Dimensions: 16X15

    Property History for 5538 Mc Donald Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jul 31, 2026

    Sold

    MRED #12684102

    $360,000
    Jul 30, 2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #143430232

    $360,000

    +6.0% / yr

    Jul 1, 2026

    Pending

    MRED #12684102

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    07/31/2026

    Sold

    MRED #12684102

    $360,000
    07/30/2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #143430232

    $360,000

    +6.0% / yr

    07/01/2026

    Pending

    MRED #12684102

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public Records for 5538 Mc Donald Road

    Taxable ValueLand$14,716Additions$69,718Total$84,434
    Tax Record2025$6,417 ($535 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,042 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,042 SqFtStories1Lot Size52,503 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987Year Renovated1987ZoningR1 - SINGLCountyWINNEBAGOAPN804402017

    Schools near 5538 Mc Donald Road

    This home is within Harlem Ud 122 School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - 1 to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - 1 to 5
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Ralston Elementary School
    Public1 to 5

    Harlem Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Harlem High School
    Public9 to 12

    Olson Park Elementary School
    Public1 to 5

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 5538 Mc Donald Road, Roscoe, IL 61073
    $360,000
    4
    2,042
    52,707
    $139,000
    3
    0
    3
    2
    1,763
    20,356
    $160,000
    4
    119,790
    43,051
    3
    2
    2,079
    25,335

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