$271,176Average Value$188Average Price per Sq Ft9Homes For Sale
Proximity to Chain O’ Lakes
While still on the northwest fringes of the Chicago suburbs, the village of Lakemoor offers a retreat of sorts while only 55 miles northwest of downtown. “One of the appealing aspects about living here is the proximity to the Chain O’ Lakes area and all the boating and water activity that goes along with that,” says Lori Progar, a broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage with 42 years of real estate experience. There are still bodies of water for recreation in Lakemoor that are not part of the official chain.
Lakemoor lake is not part of the chain
Lily Lake is located along the main east/west road in Lakemoor. Route 120, or Rand Road, skirts the 90-acre facility to the north. Boating of all kinds is permitted, including vessels with less than a 10-horsepower outboard motor. Some of the fish that can be caught on the lake include bluegill and largemouth bass. Morrison Park is on the eastern end of the lake and has a skate park, playground, basketball court and picnic pavilion. It’s also the site of Lakemoor Fest, a two-day party in early August. The 2024 dates are August 9 and 10, and live music, fireworks and a fishing derby are all part of the fun. Heritage Community Park has a place to play baseball or softball and hosts an Easter Egg Hunt, usually a week before the holiday. The Volo Bog Nature Preserve is the state’s only open-water quaking bog to the north, meaning the ground vibrates when walking close to it. The bog was formed thousands of years ago when a glacier became stuck in sand and gravel.
Homes by Lily Lake
Most of the houses close to Lily Lake in Lakemoor are older, built between the 1930s and ‘50s. The living space is between 800 and 1300 square feet and are primarily workers’ cottages priced between $150,000 and $230,000. More recent houses built within the last 30 years with over 2,000 square feet are between $300,000 and $400,000 and are mainly contemporary two-story houses. Townhouses constructed within the past 20 years have over 1,500 square feet and two bedrooms priced between $200,000 and $300,000. Lakemoor has an overall 2 in the CAP crime score index, well below the national average of 4.
Part of the McHenry School District
Some of those who choose a public school education can attend classes as part of the McHenry School District 15, which includes Hilltop Elementary, with grades kindergarten through third. The school gets a B-minus grade on Niche. Chauncey H. Duker is the next step in the elementary school process through fifth grade. The student-teacher ratio is 13-to-1 and has an overall grade on Niche of a B-minus. McHenry Middle School has a B-minus overall grade. McHenry Community High School gets an A-minus Niche grade, and their dual credit program offers credit for high school graduation and McHenry Community College. The credit is also transferable to other two and four-year universities.
Lakemoor grocery destination
No matter the time of day, an emergency grocery run can happen at Woodman’s Food Market. “They’re open 24 hours a day, and I think they’re even open on Christmas and Thanksgiving. It’s a huge store, and they have a gas station on-site,” Progar says. “It’s like a Costco, but I think it’s even bigger. It’s a luxury to have that in the area.” It’s an estimated 244,000 square feet and covers more than 5 acres. Sweet Melissa’s Pizza and Pub has homemade pizza, sandwiches and pasta in a casual atmosphere. Long Shot Sports Pub overlooks Lily Lake and has a large outdoor patio with live music on Sunday afternoons during the summer, starting Memorial Day weekend.
Still not far from Chicago
Although some aspects of Lakemoor will not seem like suburban living, it’s still not far from downtown Chicago. “Route 12 is a route to take south to Chicago,” says Erin Weber, a broker associate with RE/MAX Plaza with almost 15 years of experience. Living in the neighborhood necessitates being car-dependent as it’s a short drive west to McHenry to take advantage of public bus service or catch the Metra commuter rail into downtown Chicago.
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Parks in this Area
Liberty Trails Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Moraine Hills State Park
Bike Trails
Boating
Fishing
Volo Bog State Natural Area
Trails
Nature Center
Parking Lot
Prairie Woods Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Heritage Community Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
54 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakemoor
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakemoor, IL sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lakemoor, IL over the last 12 months is $254,402, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
The most adorable and completely updated 2 Bdrm. RANCH home with a HUGE OVERSIZED HEATED 2.5 Car Garage (29' x 24') + a separate shed with a single car garage door for easy access (12'x 16') and a small add'l shed on side of garage. STORAGE GALORE! Perfect for all your toys, tools, or a great workshop. The home is situated on an oversized homesite and has a beautiful NEW white kitchen with
* FANTASTIC 3 BEDROOM RANCH * WIDE OPEN FLOOR PLAN * NEWER REMODELLED KITCHEN W/ GRANITE COUNTERS - NEWER CABINETS - NEWER BLACK STAINLESS FRIDGE - OVEN - MICROWAVE - DISHWASHER * NEW LAMINATE FLOORING * BEAUTIFUL BACK YARD W/ NEW PRIVACY FENCING * 12 FT CEILINGS IN LIVING ROOM * ROOF & SIDING 2018 * NEW GUTTERS (TBI) * FRESHLY PAINTED * SOME NEW DRYWALL * SOME NEW DOORS * VOLUME CEILINGS IN ALL
Beautiful 4 beds 2 bath Bi-level with new fence and private yard. Stainless steel appliances, stove, refrigerator and over range microwave. All newer flooring upstairs. vaulted ceilings and newer interior doors. Roof, gutter guards ten years. Lower level has large family room, owner is willing to leave mounted flat screen TV in kitchen and double swing on patio Large deck and brick patio that
Fully remodeled apartment for rent at 705 Amanda Ave, McHenry, IL 60051. Features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, in-unit laundry, and comfortable living spaces. Monthly rent: $1,450. Security deposit: $1,450. Tenant pays electricity, water, and gas. Great location: 10 minutes from Fox River, 15 minutes from downtown McHenry, close to schools, restaurants, and main roads.
REFRESHED DUPLEX WITH FENCED YARD. Brand new bathroom. 2 BD 1 BTH WITH CARPORT. AIR CONDITIONED BLDG. WATER INCLUDED. THE GARBAGE BILL, SEWER, ELECTRIC, AND GAS BILL IS THE RENTERS RESPONSIBILITY. 1ST LAST, LAST AND SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED. 2 MONTHS SD REQUIRED WITH CREDIT SCORES UNDER 625. WASHER AND DRYER INCLUDED. PET DEPOSIT REQUIRED. LAWN CARE IS THE RENTERS RESPONSIBILITY. ONLY COMPLETED
Marty KampmeierBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,842
Median Age
41
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,920
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,395
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.2%
Advanced Degrees
12.4%
% Population in Labor Force
67.1%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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