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.
Home Trends in Wooster Lake, IL
On average, homes in Wooster Lake, Fox Lake sell after 16 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
$379,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$567,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$455,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$435
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$395,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
81%