Safest Neighborhoods in McHenry County, IL

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  West Palm Beach

  From its lakeside edge to its cozy wooded streets, West Palm Beach neighbors agree they live in a nature lovers’ paradise. “The Palm Beach area has a resort-like atmosphere,” says Marilyn Durante, a local real estate broker with Lakes Realty Group. “I go through the subdivisions on my morning walks, and I’ll pass four lakes within an hour. It’s a

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    $627K

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    $302K - $1.6M

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  Village of Lakewood

  Just west of Crystal Lake, Village of Lakewood homes back two golf courses—Turnberry Golf Club and Red Tail Golf Club. Residents can walk from their backdoors onto the acres of green, but lakes within the neighborhood also offer additional recreational opportunities and peaceful vistas. Village of Lakewood provides a quiet escape, but downtown

  • Average Value

    $575K

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    $296K - $968K

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    14 Listings

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  East Johnsburg

  East Johnsburg is a peninsula within the Chain O’Lakes or “The Chain.” A tight-knit community that holds a mixture of full-time and part-time residents. Nevertheless, residents in this neighborhood enjoy the amenities of Fox River and Pistakee Lake. One of the biggest draws to East Johnsburg is the outdoor recreation and the lakes. “In the winter,

  • Average Value

    $546K

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    $259K - $1.6M

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    3 Listings

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  Prairie Grove

  A small village just west of the Fox River, Prairie Grove is a residential enclave comprised of winding, wooded subdivisions. “Homebuyers moving in from out of town are typically looking to live close to Crystal Lake,” says Jessica Anthony, a local Realtor with Jameson Sotheby's International Realty. “Yes, it’s a city. But it’s not your typical

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    $527K

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    $298K - $1.1M

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    14 Listings

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  Northwest Lakemoor

  Just outside of the city limits of McHenry, IL, most of the idyllic countryside lands of Northwest Lakemoor are occupied by homes with the breathing room of large, acre-sized lots. But one of the neighborhood’s most distinctive features sits on the southwest corner, closer to town: a 1950s-style drive-in, screening new releases with an old-school

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    $525K

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    $413K - $742K

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    2 Listings

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  Hartland

  Thousands of acres of farmland and preserved natural areas bring a sense of peace and serenity to the residents of Hartland, Illinois. Just northwest of Woodstock’s city limits, this rural community appeals to home buyers looking for larger properties and wide-open spaces that simply can’t be found as you head south toward Chicago. Woodstock is

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    $521K

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    $309K - $1.3M

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    4 Listings

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  Trout Valley

  Trout Valley residents enjoy the privacy and close proximity to the Cary Country Club and Fox Bluff Conservation Area. "They love the different terrain. It’s very wooded with ponds and access to the Fox River. It also has more acreage,” says Broker Michelle Mackey, with Baird and Warner, who has over 30 years of experience and lived in the

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    $514K

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    $190K - $893K

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    2 Listings

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  Ringwood

  Ringwood in McHenry County is a small village between McHenry, Johnsburg and Richmond, only about 7 miles from the Wisconsin border. "It's considered a village because it has a post office and a couple of restaurants," says Dan Gleason, real estate broker at the Bremer Team - Keller Williams Success Realty. He says he probably goes through

  • Average Value

    $495K

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    $283K - $658K

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    1 Listing

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  Far West Algonquin

  Serving as an essential midpoint between the major Illinois cities of Chicago and Rockford, Far West Algonquin is a suburban neighborhood removed from the bright lights of the city’s downtown while still remaining close to local bites and retail. Three shopping centers are within close proximity of the neighborhood and there’s several green spaces

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    $481K

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    $297K - $748K

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    28 Listings

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  Alden

  Alden, located in Harvard, Illinois, is a rural community just south of the Illinois-Wisconsin border. Known for its expansive properties, Alden features lots ranging from half an acre to over 50 acres, with homes reflecting a variety of architectural styles from the early 1900s to the early 2000s. Home styles include large modern traditional

  • Average Value

    $463K

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    $252K - $1.5M

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    4 Listings

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  Spring Grove

  Life in the strongly connected community of Spring Grove is packed with events and activities. "It's a small community with a small-town feel," says Bob Wisdom, a Realtor at RE/MAX Horizons. Including Bob's wife, Lisa, Team Wisdom has ranked in the top 1% nationally for sales and, since 2000, has been in RE/MAX's top 20 in northern Illinois. Close

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    $460K

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    $205K - $869K

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    11 Listings

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  Riley

  Riley, an unincorporated community in McHenry County, is associated with the city of Marengo, which is set along the Kishwaukee River to the north. The village of Huntley is to the east. In the northwest suburbs, it's part of Chicago's Golden Corridor, named for the economic success brought to the area by industry and major corporations. Ryan

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    $447K

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    $276K - $960K

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    27 Listings

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  Huntley

  Huntley first made it onto the map as a small shipping hub on the northwest end of the Chicago area in the mid-19th century. The village’s downtown district holds true to its historic charm, but the humble town around it has blossomed into a sought-after suburb in Chicagoland’s Golden Corridor. Convenient connections to Illinois State Route 47 and

  • Average Value

    $436K

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    $270K - $653K

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    60 Listings

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  Fox River Grove

  Fox River Grove is a natural choice for people who love to be outdoors. It’s described as “a very homey and comfortable village” by local real estate agent Shirley Rochford with All Exclusive Realty. Since 1905, Chicago area skiers have been venturing here to explore the slopes of the Norge Ski Club. The village also hugs the banks of its namesake

  • Average Value

    $435K

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    $199K - $787K

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    6 Listings

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  Johnsburg

  Water is a central point of life in Johnsburg, Illinois. Here, Pistakee Lake meets the Fox River on its way south through the eastern side of town, Dutch Creek runs inland west to feed into McCullom Lake, and tributaries run through the blocks, occasionally welling into ponds. This northwest Chicago suburb is in the southwest corner of Illinois'

  • Average Value

    $429K

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    $239K - $952K

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    18 Listings

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  Del Webbs Sun City

  Del Webb Sun City in Huntley is a 55 and over community situated 50 miles from Chicago, designed for those seeking a resort-like lifestyle. The neighborhood is divided into 41 smaller communities, each with its own council. Homes, primarily built around the early 2000s, feature neutral-colored vinyl sidings or brick fronts, pampered lawns, and

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    $425K

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    $279K - $712K

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    15 Listings

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  Union

  Union, Illinois, is the epitome of small-town America. Nestled between hundreds of acres of farmland 64 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, Union is a quaint, close-knit community with familiar faces around every corner. Known for its recognizable water tower and one of the most prominent railway museums in the entire country, Union was

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    $422K

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    $189K - $850K

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    3 Listings

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  Cary

  Cary is a thriving suburb once home to a Borden Dairy bottling plant; the town has traded in some of its industrial sector for residential development growth. The downtown area maintains a small-town atmosphere and connects residents to the greater Chicago area by Metra commuter rail. Cary is full of events and local dining establishments that

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    $410K

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    $243K - $710K

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    32 Listings

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  Oakwood Hills

  Oakwood Hills is a residential suburb that holds acres of outdoor recreation and proximity to nearby dining. The village is warm and inviting and sits 50 miles northwest of Chicago and 72 miles south of Milwaukee. There’s an eclectic mixture of homes in Oakwood Hills. This mixture can accommodate any level of homebuyers, from those looking for the

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    $400K

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    $209K - $892K

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    21 Listings

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  High Hill Farms

  The High Hill Farms neighborhood is on the west side of the Fox River, not far from the downtown area of Algonquin, Illinois, about 45 miles northwest of Chicago. “The big draw is the proximity to the shops on Randall Road and the locally owned shops downtown,” says Karen Goins, a broker with Re/Max Suburban, who also spent a few years of her

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    $400K

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    $300K - $496K

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    2 Listings

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  Colby Point

  Hugging the western banks of the scenic Fox River, Colby Point is a laid-back Prairie Grove community known for its peaceful vibes and natural beauty. “It’s a quiet area with an almost-rural atmosphere,” says Cornelia Wismer, a local real estate agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Though close to the amenities of downtown McHenry,

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    $390K

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    $288K - $671K

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  Hebron-Aldon

  Hebron-Aldon is a neighborhood on the cusp of the Illinois and Wisconsin state border, surrounded by plains and natural reserves. “Hebron is a quaint little town, far from the big city,” Louise Berger with RE/MAX Plaza says. Berger has more than 15 years of experience in real estate. The Book “Once There Were Giants” is about the 1952 high school

  • Average Value

    $389K

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    $190K - $1.5M

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    8 Listings

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  Lake in the Hills

  Once an area occupied by farmland and open fields, the village of Lake in the Hills has been growing rapidly since the 1990s. The highly rated schools bring people to the village, while the close-knit community, conveniences and parks keep them around. “Lake in the Hills has a tight-knit and family-oriented community,” says Sharon Gidley, a local

  • Average Value

    $380K

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    $198K - $716K

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    40 Listings

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  Crystal Lake

  50 miles northwest of Chicago, natural beauty and suburban stylings converge in Crystal Lake. This McHenry County community takes its name from the lake near its center, which was described as “clear as a crystal” when the first European settlement in the area was established in the 1830s. About 200 years later, the city is now a community of

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    $362K

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    $163K - $887K

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    50 Listings

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  South Huntley-Kane County

  South Huntley-Kane County is a rural neighborhood characterized by its industrial businesses and the appealing Sun City Huntley community, designed for residents aged 55 and over. This private area offers a mix of townhomes and single-family homes, primarily built in the 2000s, featuring suburban ranch-style and colonial architecture with neutral

  • Average Value

    $356K

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    $250K - $576K

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    11 Listings

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