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#12382429, Marla Willey, Listing office: Concepts Realty, LLC
$320,000 List price
238 1st St Cary, IL 60013
$3,800
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,044 sqft
0.2 acres
$307 / sqft
House
Property details
About 238 1st St
Welcome to the heart of Cary on First Street! This exceptional, turnkey 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home offers 1,000 square feet of beautifully maintained living space, complemented by a full, finished basement. The basement is both an entertainer's delight and a homeowner's dream, featuring vinyl flooring, a wood-burning fireplace, a wet bar, a pantry, dedicated laundry and storage rooms, and a full bath. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this property also includes a detached 4-car garage with parking for two cars and an additional 500 sq ft of versatile, converted space with its own entry, gas, and electrical - imagine the possibilities for a workshop, art studio, office, motorcycle storage, or any project you desire! Step out back to enjoy your private concrete patio, conveniently located between the house and garage and enclosed by a privacy fence. Inside, the home boasts a host of recent upgrades, including all new fixtures and updated electrical panels in 2024. The upper-level features Mohawk engineered hardwood flooring throughout, and the upstairs bathroom has a brand-new vanity installed in 2024. All windows have been replaced within the last two years (except for the kitchen's picture window), and four new doors have been installed: entry to the house (front and back), to the garage from the patio, and from the converted garage space to the side yard. All siding, soffits and facia replaced in 2024. All appliances in the home are new between 2020 and 2025 (excluding the dryer), and new blinds have been installed throughout. With a newer furnace and HVAC system (both from 2020), as well as a hot water heater from 2019, this property offers both style and peace of mind. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a truly special home in a prime Cary location close to the Metra, library, schools, dining, and more!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,044 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1957
ParkingConcrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
MLS #12367964
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Pantry
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $320,000
- Price/SqFt: $306
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,740
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Corner Lot, Landscaped
- Directions: NW HWY (14) to 1st.
- Year Built: 1957
- Living Area: 1,044 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 12367964
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
- Office Phone: (847) 381-0300
- Office Email: Moniquecrews@atproperties.com
- Listing Agent: Kevin Baum
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2020 | Home Sold | $110,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,019 | $5,740 |
| 2022 | $59,473 | $- |
| 2021 | $55,406 | $4,753 |
| 2020 | $53,445 | $5,185 |
| 2019 | $51,153 | $5,098 |
| 2018 | $47,254 | $4,764 |
| 2017 | $44,517 | $4,764 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Three Oaks School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1514 3 Oaks Rd
5
Briargate Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.8 mi
•100 S Wulff St
7
Deer Path Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•2211 Crystal Lake Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $91,211. The majority of Cary, IL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
36%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
26%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
34%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Hiking/backpacking
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Nordstrom Rack
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Chipotle
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Mazda
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Rock
Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 238 1st St
The listing price of 238 1st St property is $320,000.
The property 238 1st St is a house located in Cary, Illinois, 60013.
Accepting Backup Offers: 238 1st St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 238 1st St are: Three Oaks School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Briargate Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Deer Path Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Cary Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Fox River Grove Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Prairie Grove Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cary-Grove Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Crystal Lake Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Crystal Lake South High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,740 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 28, 2020 for $110,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 238 1st St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 238 1st St is 1,044 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 238 1st St is 1957.
This home is located at 238 1st St in Cary, IL and zip code 60013 in the Frankes neighborhood. This 1,044 square foot home, which was built in 1957, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $320,000.
While more than 16 listings in Cary, IL in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 6 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Cary, IL increased by 35% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 33 days, the median list price was $354,425.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.