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A bustling town center surrounded by farmlands
About 30 miles from the nearest city and surrounded by farmlands, Marengo residents have everything they need close to home. The town may feel slower, but the restaurants and great schools mean folks have plenty to do right in the town. People can move to Marengo to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city while living on a quarter-acre to one-acre lots for more space to grow.
Marengo offers quiet living with homes on larger lots as well as downtown living.
Charming Downtown Marengo has many shops and restaurants to keep you busy all day.
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New Traditional homes alongside siding ranches
Residents in Marengo live in a mix of siding and brick ranches and New Traditional Craftsman houses. Lawns are more sprawling here than in other towns and cities, and without fences, each property seems to blend into another. Some neighborhoods here have sidewalks, while others have yards going right up to the street. Occasional trees add shade and color to properties. Homes here list between $200,000 and $375,000, with properties with more acreage listing higher.
Two story traditional homes are being built in the newly developed area of Marengo.
Single story family homes with big front windows are a popular style in Marengo.
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Clubs for every interest at Marengo Community High School
Students in Marengo start at Locust Elementary School from pre-school through third grade, and the school earns a B-plus from Niche. For fourth and fifth grades, students attend Ulysses S. Grant Intermediate School, which receives a B-minus from Niche. Marengo Community Middle School serves grades sixth through eighth and Niche grants it a B. With a B-plus from Niche, Marengo Community High School offers clubs for various student interests, like chess club and marching band.
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Marengo Community High School Entrance
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Shops and restaurants along State Street
Marengo lacks public transportation, so residents here will need to rely more on their cars to get around. State Street runs north to south, connecting the residential areas with downtown Marengo, where residents can explore the shops and restaurants there. Along U.S. Grant Memorial Highway, people can get to the grocery store and library. The nearest medical center is Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital, 13 miles from Marengo. While Rockford is the nearest town, about 30 miles away, Chicago is 62 miles away. O’Hare International Airport is 49 miles away.
Enjoy a burger and fries at the Pointers Saloon in downtown Marengo.
Flatlander Market is a great place to grab a quick sandwich on the go in downtown Marengo.
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Marengo's fun eateries through the town center
In downtown Marengo, Marengo Café offers all the classic breakfast favorites along with sandwiches. The café gets all of its ingredients from local farmers markets and producers, so its menu is more seasonal. When entering Niko’s Pointers Saloon, residents will feel like they’ve been transported to the Wild West with the décor and setup and can enjoy burgers and beers. Flatlander Market opening 1986 and offers sandwiches and soups, with a weekly special and a featured dessert. The awning and sign outside make it feel like a 50s diner. Sullivans Foods is Marengo’s grocery store, located by the library.
Marengo cafe serves breakfast and lunch within downtown Marengo.
Marengo Cafe serves food all day and a nice place to meet friends or bring the family.
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Quaint, shaded green spaces in Marengo's parks
Just north of downtown Marengo, residents can stroll through Calvin Spencer Park, where the trees shade the sidewalks and lead to a pavilion at the center. Marengo Park District is 140 acres with softball fields and a disc golf course. It is also home to Marengo’s fitness center, where residents can enjoy daycare and recreation programs.
Calvin Spencer Park features a large gazebo for family gatherings in the neighborhood, Marengo
Indian Oaks Park Community Fitness Center
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Marengo's smaller family gatherings
On the second Friday of each month, families can head to Marengo-Union Library District for their Family Fun Movie series. At Marengo Friday Farmers Market, Marengo residents can close out their weeks with fresh produce and prepared foods in the evenings.
Marengo-Union Library offers a large selection from books to movies and more.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny is a fun event for all in Marengo, IL.
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On average, homes in Marengo, IL sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Marengo, IL over the last 12 months is $369,445, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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McHenry County's premier golf course! Blackstone Golf Club is set in rolling terrain, gorgeous wetlands and mature woods. This ite has beautiful extended views of the course and natural settings. The lots sloping terrain may allow for English basement, open patio or deck. Quiet location, short walking distance from club house, first tee and practice facility. 3 minutes from I90/Rt 20, 30 minutes
Set on 25+ acres in a peaceful country setting, this ranch-style home offers space, privacy, and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The inviting living room features a vaulted ceiling accented by decorative wood beams and flows into a dedicated dining area, creating a warm and open atmosphere for everyday living or entertaining. The kitchen offers ample cupboard and counter space and opens to
Come build your dream home on this beautiful 3-acre parcel in Millstream Estates! This buildable lot is mostly cleared and ready for construction, offering the perfect blend of open space and a wooded backdrop for added privacy. The rolling terrain is ideal for a walkout basement design, maximizing both views and functionality. Zoned to allow outbuildings and horses, this property offers
Like new! This stunning custom-built & Handicap accessible ranch offers over 3,800 square feet of beautifully designed living space on nearly an acre in town, including a separate buildable lot-perfect for a future home, guest house, additional garage, or investment opportunity. Designed with handicap accessibility in mind, this home features zero-step entry, 36-inch-wide doorways throughout, and
Rare opportunity to build your dream home on this beautiful 6-acre parcel in Millstream Estates! This buildable lot is mostly cleared and ready for construction, offering the perfect blend of open space and a wooded backdrop for added privacy. The rolling terrain is ideal for a walkout basement design, maximizing both views and functionality. Zoned to allow outbuildings, this property offers
3 Acre lot in Millstream Estates. Great location in Millstream estates. Adjacent 3 acre lot available as well buy one or both for more land. Hurry not many of these lots left!!
BRAND NEW, CHARLOTTE MODEL RANCH HOME WITH BEAUTIFUL OPEN CONCEPT!!! Another spectacular project in the desirable Deerpass subdivision! 3 BR, 2 FULL BATH home with stunning features throughout! The kitchen features beautiful grey or white cabinetry, granite countertops, and an island with barstool seating that opens into your dining and great room! Vaulted ceilings in the living, dining, and
AMAZING, WILLIAMSBURG MODEL RANCH HOME WITH BEAUTIFUL OPEN CONCEPT!!! Fantastic new construction project in the desirable Deerpass Estates! 3 BR, 2 FULL BATH home with stunning features throughout! The kitchen features beautiful white or grey cabinetry, granite countertops, and an island with barstool seating that opens into your dining and great room! Huge walk-in pantry! Vaulted ceilings in
AMAZING, REMINGTON MODEL RANCH HOME WITH BEAUTIFUL OPEN CONCEPT!!! Another spectacular project in the desirable Deerpass subdivision! 4 BR, 2 FULL BATH home with stunning features throughout! The kitchen features beautiful white or grey cabinetry, granite countertops, and an island with barstool seating that opens into your dining and great room! Huge mud room/pantry space and laundry off the
Arguably one of the finest equestrian estates in the Midwest, this exceptional 15-acre property is complemented by an elegant 6,000+ square-foot residence showcasing the highest level of craftsmanship and finishes. The premier equestrian facility features three thoughtfully designed barns comprising a total of 50 stalls, each with limestone bases and rubber matting. The impressive main show barn
Welcome to The Residence of Marengo Woods! Under new ownership, not only will you enjoy a newly updated apartment home, but you will receive excellent customer service along with on-site maintenance. Our quaint community offers one and two bedroom apartment homes, and three bedroom townhomes. You will be impressed with the generous closet space each units offers, along with the convenient
3 bed, 2 bath HUGE apartment in 2 unit building. JUST updated! New flooring, new kitchen w/new stainless appliances, primary and guest bathrooms fully renovated. New lighting and fresh paint. Central AC and baseboard electric heat. Private, clean and dry basement w/washer and dryer there. Pets are allowed no smoking and credit/income will be verified. *MUST HAVE TOTAL INCOME OF 3-TIMES THE RENT
Beautiful & Spacious 3-Bedroom Home in Marengo! Welcome to this beautiful and spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with a 3-car garage, ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in Marengo. Featuring a large backyard and plenty of living space, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and room to grow. The inviting main level features an open-concept kitchen with a large
Beautiful open concept, split level home located in desirable Deerpass! Living room and Kitchen features vaulted ceilings and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout main the level. Updated kitchen features soft close cabinets and quartz countertops. Three bedrooms are located on the second floor with newer carpeting. Full updated bath with tub shower combo. Finished lower level with a large
URBAN LOFT-INSPIRED DOWNTOWN LIVING...With All the Comforts of New Construction! Experience the perfect blend of modern luxury & small-town charm in this completely new build, one-level, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence located in the heart of Downtown Marengo. Residents enjoy the convenience of permit parking in the adjacent municipal lot, providing dedicated off-street parking just steps from the
Fully furnished and pet-friendly. This recently renovated 1 bedroom in downtown Marengo was renovated in 2026 and has all brand new furniture. Rent includes parking, water, trash, & sewer. Available immediately.
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Just updated three-bedroom, two bath first floor unit in a nice quiet neighborhood. Spacious living room with plenty of windows allowing for natural sunlight, freshly painted and new flooring which you will find throughout the unit. Free washer, dryer and extra storage in the basement.
CHARMING 2ND FLOOR APARTMENT WITH MODERN UPDATES & VINTAGE CHARACTER ~ SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH SECOND-FLOOR APARTMENT ~ BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED NEW KITCHEN WITH GRAY CABINETRY, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS & LARGE CENTER ISLAND STAINLESS STEEL FARMHOUSE SINK & APPLIANCES ~ COOKTOP BUILT INTO OVERSIZED ISLAND WITH PLENTY OF PREP & SEATING SPACE ~ CONVENIENT IN-UNIT LAUNDRY~ BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL HARDWOOD FLOORS
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