Huntley 80, Two Houses
6914 Mensching Rd : Huntley, IL 60142
McHenry County, Illinois
Farm Description
This 80-acre property includes 75 acres of highly productive tillable ground and a peaceful oak grove oasis where two homes are located on a 660' asphalt driveway. The 1974 house has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a basement workshop with 11-foot ceilings, while the second home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. A barn and pond complete the property.
Land
The property spans 80 acres in total, with approximately 75 acres of highly productive tillable ground boasting a strong 119.5 PI. The soils are primarily silt loams, well-suited for row crops and drainage. A 660-Foot asphalt driveway runs through the open farmland before entering a grove of mature oak trees where the homes, barn, and pond are tucked away. The terrain offers a balanced mix of open field, wooded shade, and level ground, providing both visual appeal and functional use for farming, equipment access, and livestock.
Improvements
Main Home- Spacious Custom-built 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath ranch house with over 2900 square ft living space. Spectacular deck views of a beautiful pond stocked with bass and bluegill fish. Masonry fireplace, radiant floor heat, 2 heat pumps Hvac systems, & wood-burning outdoor boiler. Spacious 2+ car attached garage. 810 sq ft, Drive-in basement with 11 ft. high concrete ceilings, 2650 sq. ft. Plenty of room for workshop and any projects.
Second Home- Completely remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom, open floor plan house of approximately 1400 sq. ft. Large Front porch with spacious detached 2-car garage. Beautiful views out every window. Ideal for multi-generational living or rental income.
A 48 76 barn adds to the property, offering three levels with a basement, main floor, and partial second floor for storage or projects. Barn has approximately 9,600 Sqf. The stocked pond is the perfect spot to relax, fish, or just enjoy the view.
This property offers a rare mix of space, privacy, and versatility with room for family, hobbies, and outdoor enjoyment.
Recreation
This land offers both private outdoor potential and access to nature just beyond your boundary. You have open acres to use as you wish-fields to ride, fences to put up, your own trails if desired-and the pond provides fishing and relaxing waterside views.
Adjacent is the Pleasant Valley Conservation Area, with 2,080 acres of woodlands, prairie, wetlands, and savanna. The 5 miles of hiking and 1.2 miles of horse trails are ideal for immersing in nature
With this property, you're getting room for productive farming, space to build or roam, plus close connection to preserved land for recreation-without giving up your privacy.
The property borders the beautiful Kishwaukee Creek, providing year-round wildlife to enjoy and ease of field drainage/irrigation.
Agriculture
The property includes approximately 75 acres of highly productive tillable ground with a PI of 119, offering consistent yields and reliable income potential. The gently rolling silt loam soils are well-drained and well-maintained, making them ideal for row crop production or continued agricultural use.
Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources
Water and mineral rights transfer with the property.
Region & Climate
Huntley is a friendly, fast-growing community with a mix of small-town charm and open countryside. The area enjoys all four seasons-warm, sunny summers, colorful falls, snowy winters, and mild springs. Average rainfall is around 36 inches a year, with about 30 inches of snow. Outdoor activities are easy to find nearby, from fishing and hiking to horseback riding through the Pleasant Valley Conservation Area.
Directions to Farm
Pleasant Valley Rd off Route 47, left on Hamilton Rd, Right on Hansel Rd, bend in the road turns into Mensching Rd. Property is on the left after approximately 1/4 mile.
Home Details
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