Rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated historic waterfront home on a rare double lot along the lower river. Originally built in the early 1940s, 705 Spring Beach Way is one of the first homes on the street and has been thoughtfully elevated and extensively renovated between 2022-2024 to offer the perfect blend of character and modern convenience. The home features nearly 100 feet of river frontage on a generous double lot and a completely reimagined interior filled with natural light. Expansive new windows throughout flood the home with sunlight, creating a bright, airy feel and showcasing stunning river views from multiple vantage points. The open-concept kitchen is the centerpiece, featuring a full gut renovation with Thor appliances and an impressive 16-foot island-ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include three fully updated bathrooms, 9-foot ceilings, wood flooring, and elevated design finishes throughout. Major mechanical and system updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof, HVAC system, A/C unit, water heater, well pump, radon mitigation system, reverse osmosis system with annual maintenance, and a chlorine filtration system. The attic has also been insulated for improved efficiency. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a new deck, covered porch, refreshed pier decking, and a powered boat lift, offering added convenience for enjoying the river. Additional features include a 4-car garage, custom closet installations, invisible fence, and recent interior painting. TONS of major UPDATES. Enjoy scenic river views, nearby parks, and convenient access to Downtown Cary, Metra, shopping, dining, and highly regarded schools. Take in front-row views of Fourth of July fireworks and enjoy close proximity to the Norge Ski Club, adding to the unique lifestyle this exceptional waterfront property offers.
Contingent
Price cut: $25.9K (4/17)
$774,000
705 Spring Beach Way, Cary, IL 60013
4beds
2,465sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1943
0.84 Acres Lot
$760,900 Zestimate®
$314/sqft
$29/mo HOA
What's special
Elevated design finishes throughoutScenic river viewsInvisible fenceOpen-concept kitchenThree fully updated bathroomsCovered porchRefreshed pier decking
- 41 days |
- 1,130 |
- 56 |
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Alisa Galoozis 630-936-1059,
@properties Christies International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12599951
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Heated Sun Room, Sitting Room, Recreation Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Deck, Screened Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 576 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X36
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X19
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X7
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 476 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X28
Kitchen 2nd
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X15
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X10
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 588 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X21
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X6
Sitting room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,465 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
- Garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Slip, Fire Pit, Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property, Front of Property, Side(s) of Property
- Water view: Water,Back of Property,Front of Property,Side(s) of Property
- Waterfront features: River Front, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.84 Acres
- Dimensions: 116X278X101X278
- Features: Water Rights, Mature Trees, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Second Garage, Boat Dock, Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 2017177038
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick, Frame, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1943
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Water Rights, Street Paved
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Lake Rights, Other
- HOA fee: $350 annually
Location
- Region: Cary
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $314/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $497,250
- Annual tax amount: $11,524
- Date on market: 3/25/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
$760,900
$723,000 - $799,000
$3,371/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2026 | Contingent | $774,000$314/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Price change | $774,000-3.2%$314/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,900+9.6%$325/sqft |
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| 4/26/2024 | Sold | $730,000-2.7%$296/sqft |
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| 3/28/2024 | Contingent | $750,000$304/sqft |
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| 3/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $750,000+80.7%$304/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Sold | $415,000-17%$168/sqft |
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| 3/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $499,900$203/sqft |
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| 3/25/2022 | Pending sale | $499,900$203/sqft |
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| 3/25/2022 | Contingent | $499,900$203/sqft |
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| 1/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $499,900-9.1%$203/sqft |
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| 10/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/30/2021 | Price change | $549,999-8.3%$223/sqft |
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| 3/30/2021 | Listed for sale | $599,900$243/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,524 +8.6% | $165,750 +18.7% |
| 2023 | $10,611 -6.2% | $139,637 +1% |
| 2022 | $11,317 -18.3% | $138,320 -16% |
| 2021 | $13,852 +211.3% | $164,694 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $4,449 | $158,864 +4.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $152,052 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $11,570 +127.1% | $140,464 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $5,095 +87.6% | $132,326 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $2,715 | $124,110 +30.2% |
| 2013 | $2,715 | $95,337 -14.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $111,751 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $119,430 -9.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $131,763 |
| 2008 | -- | $131,763 +31% |
| 2006 | -- | $100,603 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $5,663 +4% | $95,922 +7% |
| 2004 | $5,447 +2% | $89,680 +7.5% |
| 2003 | $5,339 +6.4% | $83,462 +9.2% |
| 2002 | $5,017 +2.7% | $76,445 +5.7% |
| 2001 | $4,887 +4.6% | $72,296 +3.7% |
| 2000 | $4,672 | $69,716 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$5,293/mo
Principal & interest
$3813
Property taxes
$1451
HOA Fees
$29
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60013
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Three Oaks SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Cary Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Cary-Grove Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 26
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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