Seller's Agent in 2025
Tamara Berman
CENTURY 21 New Heritage
(815) 790-0835
22 in this area
55 Total Sales
622 Telegraph St Marengo, IL 60152
Estimated Value: $274,000 - $339,249
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,654
Sq Ft
$116/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 1 Fireplace
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating System
- Community Pool
- Laundry Room
- Dining Room
About This Home
As of December 2025Step back in time with this rare opportunity to own one of McHenry County's oldest and most storied homes. Built circa 1834, this Italianate-style estate blends timeless architecture with extraordinary potential - set on more than two acres within Marengo city limits. Featuring nearly 2,654 sq ft of living space, this landmark residence showcases tall ceilings, intricate millwork, a marble fireplace, a grand staircase, and generously sized rooms filled with character and history. Outdoors, you'll find an in-ground pool, detached pool house, mature trees, and an expansive private setting rarely found at this price point. While the property significant renovation, much of its original charm remains intact - offering a blank canvas for a restorer, investor, or visionary homeowner ready to bring it back to life. Imagine blending 19th-century craftsmanship with today's modern comforts and creating a truly iconic estate. Recently appraised well above the current asking range, this historic treasure is being offered as-is - a remarkable opportunity to revive a piece of Marengo's architectural heritage. 622 Telegraph Street | Historic charm. Endless potential. Ready for its next chapter.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
CENTURY 21 New Heritage License #475178891 Listed on: 10/30/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,052
Year Built
- Built in 1834
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 190x469
- Additional Parcels
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,654 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Basement Cellar
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Gravel Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 30, 2025
Closed on
Dec 4, 2025
Sold by
Frame Paul N and Weiberg Coleen
Bought by
Merchut Kenneth Joseph and Merchut Nichole Christine
Seller's Agent
Tamara Berman
CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Buyer's Agent
James Zitnik
Keller Williams Success Realty
List Price
$329,000
Sold Price
$288,700
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,300
-12.25%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$19,887
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.03%
Original Mortgage
$274,265
Outstanding Balance
$274,265
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$34,047
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 1995
Sold by
Fanfest Corp
Bought by
Ferraro Mark A and Carlson Antonia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
8.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchut Kenneth Joseph | $290,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Ferraro Mark A | -- | Universal Title Services Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Merchut Kenneth Joseph | $274,265 | |
| Previous Owner | Ferraro Mark A | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2025 12/09/25 | Sold | $288,700 | -12.2% | $109 / Sq Ft |
| 11/10/2025 11/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | For Sale | $329,000 | -- | $124 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,705 | $22,462 | $15,387 | $7,075 |
| 2023 | $1,675 | $19,801 | $13,564 | $6,237 |
| 2022 | $1,606 | $17,906 | $12,266 | $5,640 |
| 2021 | $1,503 | $16,315 | $11,176 | $5,139 |
| 2020 | $1,483 | $15,527 | $10,636 | $4,891 |
| 2019 | $1,574 | $14,712 | $10,078 | $4,634 |
| 2018 | $1,469 | $13,781 | $9,440 | $4,341 |
| 2017 | $1,428 | $13,054 | $8,942 | $4,112 |
| 2016 | $1,389 | $12,197 | $8,355 | $3,842 |
| 2013 | -- | $11,935 | $8,175 | $3,760 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Tamara Berman
-
Azucena Martinez
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Azucena Martinez
CENTURY 21 New Heritage
(815) 347-2843
13 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
James Zitnik
Buyer's Agent in 2025
James Zitnik
Keller Williams Success Realty
(815) 345-6009
3 in this area
103 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12491753
APN: 11-25-384-023
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