Why Live in Henpeck
Henpeck, a neighborhood in Hampshire, features a mix of single-family homes, duplexes, and townhouses. New construction homes are available in the developing Tamms Farm subdivision, while Lakewood Crossing offers homes and amenities such as a clubhouse, pool, playground, and sand volleyball court. The area is served by Community Unit School District Number 300, which is highly rated. Nearby schools include Gary D. Wright Elementary School and Hampshire High School, both of which have good ratings. For recreation, residents can visit the Hampshire Forest Preserve, which spans nearly 300 acres and includes 12 miles of trails, or the dog park at Love’s Travel Center. Dining options include Allen’s Corner Diner, a cash-only establishment with a long history, and Chick-N-Dip in the village of Hampshire. Block’s Fresh Market provides local grocery options. The neighborhood is conveniently located near Interstate 90, offering routes to Rockford and the western Chicago suburbs, with O’Hare International Airport about 45 minutes away. The nearest Metra station is 11 miles away on Big Timber Road. Henpeck also features Enjoy Pioneer Farm, which offers seasonal events and fresh farm produce, and Ranch of Hope Reins, providing therapeutic horse riding for at-risk youth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henpeck a good place to live?
Henpeck is a good place to live. Henpeck is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Henpeck is a rural neighborhood. Henpeck has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $119,431 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 35.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Henpeck are home owners, with 12.7% of residents renting and 87.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Henpeck can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Henpeck neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Henpeck?
The median home price in Henpeck is $600,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $120,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.63%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,080 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $132K a year to afford the median home price in Henpeck. The average household income in Henpeck is $119K.
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Home Trends in Henpeck, IL
On average, homes in Henpeck, Hampshire sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Henpeck, Hampshire over the last 12 months is $450,000, down 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$925,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$129
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$600,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
25%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-29%