Land for Sale in Marengo, Illinois

Build-Ready 10.27-Acre AG-1 Homestead with Well Installed (Marengo, IL)

This 10.27-acre AG-1 agricultural property is located on Hawthorn Rd in Marengo, Illinois, within McHenry County, and is offered For Sale By Owner. The property consists of three contiguous parcels and offers a rare combination of buildability, agricultural usability, and privacy.

The land includes approximately 5+ acres of beautifully wooded acreage, providing a private and scenic setting ideal for a dream homestead, along with approximately 5 acres of open, high-quality organically managed farm acerage. The topography is level and easily accessed with maintained roads, with direct road access from Hawthorn Rd, a paved public road.

A private well installed in 2020 significantly reduces upfront development costs. The property has a letter of buildability on file with McHenry County approving construction of a single-family residence (buyer to verify final permitting, septic approval, and any additional requirements).

The land has been managed using organic farming practices and has not been treated with any chemicals. While not currently certified organic, the property would qualify for organic certification, subject to buyer verification and the certification process.

Zoned AG-1 (Agricultural), the property is well suited for a private homestead, hobby farm, agricultural use, or long-term land investment. The surrounding area features working farms, open space, and low-density development, offering a quiet rural setting with convenient access to Marengo and nearby services.