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$389,900

8002 Blivin St

Spring Grove, IL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,650
Square Feet
0.21
Lot Size (acres)
1952
Year Built
59
Days On Market

Come experience this totally charming, Fully Renovated, and Move-In Ready early 1900's 4-STORY farmhouse featuring 4+ beds, 2.5 baths, 1,959 total sq ft & a two-car garage! Enjoy a private resort-level backyard retreat featuring a custom brick paver patio, built-in fire pit and seating wall, towering arborvitae, and an 8-person luxury spa hot tub with full-body massage jets, Bluetooth sound, and adjustable lighting -all amidst a beautifully serene natural landscape! The 275 sq. ft. bonus room on the THIRD FLOOR offers ample natural light, a skylight, spacious eaves closet, additional storage space, and a beautifully finished Half Bath with marble mosaic tile and a vessel sink vanity. Perfect for a family room, home office, hobby room, or private master retreat! The partially finished basement offers a 234 sq. ft. recreation room with exterior access and even more storage within the wall-to-wall shelved closets. The possibilities are endless! The spacious Den on the main floor offers even more flexibility and options, serving as a family room, office, playroom, or even a main-floor bedroom! Beautifully updated bathrooms and kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, and a top-of-the-line sink and faucet! It doesn't stop there -new wood laminate flooring and top-of-the-line light fixtures with fans throughout. The two-car garage comes complete with a new extra-large asphalt driveway accommodating plenty of room for vehicles or guests. Washer/dryer, furnace, water heater, and water softener are all just 4 years old. New whole-home water filtration system. Indulge in a therapeutic spa experience any time of year while taking in the scenic views of nature or stargazing into the vast open night sky! There's plenty more of that to enjoy from the fully enclosed heated back porch, new composite wood deck, or around the built-in fire pit! Or relax on the front porch, taking in the sights and sounds of the quaint little historical downtown. A major community development project will be completed in mid-November, bringing new roadways, wider sidewalks, new curbs and gutters, decorative lighting, and other amazing improvements to enhance the beauty and lively charm of the trendy downtown! Walking distance to all modern amenities, including several amazing parks, pubs, shops, and a school. With flexible living spaces, extensive updates, abundant storage, and inviting indoor and outdoor areas, this distinctive move-in ready home offers character, comfort, and plenty of room to make it your own! A portable henhouse with hens laying 4-6 eggs per day is also available to complete the backyard retreat package if the buyer desires. A MUST SEE!!!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
16 days ago
Listed By
Kate Kelly · Baird & Warner, 8473811855
MLS#
12748859
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
8002 Blivin St, Spring Grove, IL 60081
City
Spring Grove
County
McHenry
Zip Code
60081

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1952
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Building Area
1,650 sq. ft.
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Garage, Detached, Off Street, Unassigned

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bookcases
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Water Softener Owned, Water Softener, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Purifier Owned
Flooring
Laminate, Carpet
Exterior Features
Lighting, Fire Pit
Patio and Porch
Patio, Deck, Porch
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights, Park
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.21 Acres
Lot Features
Views
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank

Square Footage

Total
1,650 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$389,900
Annual Taxes
$3,727

Schools

51/100
Spring Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Spring Grove
Students
324
Student body
86% White · 9% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
17%
Phone
(815) 675-2342
54/100
Nippersink Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 4 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Richmond
Students
408
Student body
81% White · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(815) 678-7129
73/100
Ringwood School Primary Center
Elementary · Grades PK–02 · 4.6 mi
City
Ringwood
Students
406
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
88% White · 5% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
29%
Phone
(815) 728-0459
54/100
Johnsburg Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 4 mi
City
Johnsburg
Students
335
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
88% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
30%
Phone
(815) 385-3731
52/100
Johnsburg High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 2.8 mi
City
Johnsburg
Students
502
Parent reviews
2.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
84% White · 10% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
32%
Phone
(815) 385-9233
51/100
Lotus School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 2.9 mi
City
Spring Grove
Students
345
Student body
57% White · 35% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
57%
Phone
(847) 973-4105
51/100
Richmond Grade School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 4.5 mi
City
Richmond
Students
437
Student body
85% White · 10% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
17%
Phone
(815) 678-4717
51/100
Grass Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 5 mi
City
Antioch
Students
165
Student body
83% White · 15% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
16%
Phone
(847) 395-1550

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/09/2026Price change$389,900
09/04/2026Listed for sale$400,000

Listed by Kate Kelly · Baird & Warner · 8473811855

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 16, 2026 at 8:50 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12748859

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