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$325,000

970 Tara Drive, Woodstock, IL 60098
4 Beds4 Baths2,937 sqft3 days
970 Tara Drive·Woodstock, IL 60098
4Bedrooms
4Bathrooms
2,937Sq Ft
1981Year Built
About This Home

LOCATION ! LOCATION ! LOCATION! This 2937 SF brick and cedar, 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath hillside ranch, located in the Emerald West Subdivision, is near schools, Emricson Park, library, and the Woodstock Square. This home comes with a second buildable lot with its own Tax ID #. Built by John King, this solid home has loads of possibilities for the new owners. The 1813 SF first floor features 3 bedrooms, one of which is a master suite with a private bath, another 1 1/2 baths, a large living room, and a family room with a stone faced fireplace. The lower level has 1124 SF of finished living area with a large L-shaped rec room with a wet bar, the 4th bedroom, a full bath, a utility room, an oversize workroom, and a huge 16 x 35 foot patio. This could be an amazing in-law arrangement. This well built home features beautiful hard wood flooring, in both the living room and dining room, all oak woodwork trim. Special features, roof (2017) heating and air conditioning system (2024) hot water heater (2024) a reconditioned wolmanized 12 x16 deck, and a 10 x 10 attached storage shed with a concrete floor and an overhead door and an oversized and totally drywalled garage with a great work bench along with a pull down staircase to additional storage. This incredible home is ready for a new life but does need some TLC. The kitchen and its appliances are all original. The original thermopane windows will need updating. As a result, the home and all the appliances are being sold in AS IS CONDITION and is priced to reflect the current condition of the home. This is a great opportunity to buy an amazing home in a fantastic Woodstock location.

MLS# 12504903Listed November 5, 2025ResidentialRanchSubdivision: John Kings Emerald West
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms4
Full Baths3
Half Baths1
Total Rooms11

Size & Structure

Living Area2,937 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1981
Lot Size80 x 42 x 60 x 120 x 90 x 69 x 42 x 89 x 100 x 120

Location

CountyMcHenry
TownshipDorr
SubdivisionJohn Kings Emerald West
Zip Code60098

Financial

List Price$325,000
Price / Sq Ft$111
Annual Taxes (2024)$8,834
Monthly Tax Est.$736
Parcel #1307177014
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalWater Purifier OwnedWater Softener OwnedDown Draft

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

Partially FinishedRec/Family AreaSleeping AreaStorage SpaceFullWalk-Out Access

Laundry

Gas Dryer HookupIn UnitSink

Fireplace

Wood Burning
Exterior & Lot

Construction

BrickCedar

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

DeckPatio
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Electric

Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$8,834
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$736
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$111
per square foot
Property Location

970 Tara Drive, Woodstock, IL 60098 — McHenry County

$325,000
$111 / sqft
970 Tara Drive
4 bd4 ba2,937 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
3 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
80 x 42 x 60 x 120 x 90 x 69 x 42 x 89 x 100 x 120
$8,834/yr taxes
$2,444
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$1,708/mo
Property Tax
$736/mo
$325,000
20% — $65,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$260,000
Down Payment
$65,000

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Agent: Peter Klocek
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