Why Live in Wooster Lake
Wooster Lake in Fox Lake is a nature-centric neighborhood developed around a 100-acre glacial lake, offering a more secluded feel compared to nearby larger lakes. The area features large lots, woodlands, and waterfront recreation areas, providing a peaceful environment while remaining accessible to downtown Fox Lake and Round Lake. Residents enjoy motorized and non-motorized boating, fishing, and private sandy beaches. The neighborhood is surrounded by forested areas and two small campgrounds, adding to its tranquil atmosphere. Grant Woods Forest Preserve, with its 6 miles of multiuse trails, offers opportunities for biking, canoeing, kayaking, and cross-country skiing. The Round Lake Area Park District provides additional recreational options with playgrounds, splash pads, and lakefront activities.
Homes in Wooster Lake range from 1920s bungalows to modern traditional builds, with five distinct subdivisions including Tudor revivals and Colonial Revivals. The Milwaukee District North Metra line offers convenient access to Chicago Union Station, while drivers can reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport in 40 miles. Local amenities include a Jewel-Osco and an Aldi at the Route 12 and 134 Intersection, with dining options like Rookie’s Sports Bar and Grill and Dockers Restaurant in Fox Lake. Grayslake, 7.5 miles away, offers village-style shopping and dining.
Children in Wooster Lake attend Big Hollow Primary, Elementary, and Middle Schools, with Grant Community High School being highly rated. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a safer place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wooster Lake a good place to live?
Wooster Lake is a good place to live. Wooster Lake is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Wooster Lake is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Wooster Lake has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.7 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $138,039 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 34.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Wooster Lake are home owners, with 15.5% of residents renting and 84.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wooster Lake can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wooster Lake neighborhood guide.
Is Wooster Lake, IL a safe neighborhood?
Wooster Lake, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wooster Lake?
The median home price in Wooster Lake is $224,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $44,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,160 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $50K a year to afford the median home price in Wooster Lake. The average household income in Wooster Lake is $138K.
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Home Trends in Wooster Lake, IL
On average, homes in Wooster Lake, Fox Lake sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wooster Lake, Fox Lake over the last 12 months is $379,900, up 81% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$379,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$627,450
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$224,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$455,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$401
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$224,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
81%