5538 Mc Donald Rd

2,042 Sq. Ft.
$179 / Sq. Ft.
2,042
Sq. Ft.
$179
per Sq. Ft.

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.
  1. Listed by Vanessa Carlson • Illinois Discount Realty
    P: (800)-403-8716 IREALTYMLS@aol.com; ILLINOISDISCOUNTREALTY@gmail.COM

Property Details for 5538 Mc Donald Road

Area
Roscoe
Township
Roscoe
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Gas
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 06/25/2026 06:29 PM

Property Details for 5538 Mc Donald Road

StatusNew
MLS #12684102
Days on Market3
Taxes$3,208 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1987
Lot Size1.21 AC / 52,707 SF
CountyWinnebago County

Location

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Building Information for 5538 Mc Donald Road

Stories-Year Built1987Building Size-Lot Size1.21 AC / 52,707 SF

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Property Information for 5538 Mc Donald Road

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
Jun 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12684102

$365,000
Jun 13, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #573018251

$200,000
Jun 13, 2016

Sold

MRED #09160217

$200,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12684102

$365,000
06/13/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #573018251

$200,000
06/13/2016

Sold

MRED #09160217

$200,000

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$13,383Additions$63,403Total$76,786
Tax Record2024$6,417 ($535 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,413 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,042 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,371 SqFtStories1Lot Size52,503 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987ZoningR1 - SINGLE FCountyWINNEBAGOAPN08-04-402-017

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

Machesney 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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5538 Mc Donald Road is a single family home for sale in Roscoe, IL 61073. This property was listed for sale on June 25, 2026 by Illinois Discount Realty, it's currently listed at $365,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on June 13, 2016. This listing's school district is Harlem Ud 122 School District. Nearby schools include Ralston Elementary School, Harlem Middle School and Harlem High School. 5538 Mc Donald Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,042 sqft single family home built in 1987.

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