Slocum Lake Homes for Sale

/16
$186,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 800 Sq Ft
120 Cedardel St, McHenry, IL 60051

Everything is compact in this 1930s cottage with great opportunity for someone to renovate as a starter home. Enclosed porch has multiple uses. Hardwood flooring except in the bathroom and porch. Full basement. New roof and hot water heater in 2025 .Manageable yard includes a large shed tucked behind the house. Come see and set your imagination to work

Pattie Taylor RE/MAX Plaza

120 Cedardel St, McHenry, IL 60051
/16
$284,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,288 Sq Ft
26769 N Genesee St, Wauconda, IL 60084

Bright and Airy home that truly stands out!! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has been fully remodeled from top to bottom! Featuring New high efficiency HVAC, metal roof & siding, windows, doors and flooring throughout. The open concept design provides a feeling of home! All new appliances, cabinets and countertops make it ideal for daily meals and entertaining! This home has 2 lots with a large

Adam Smolen Waclaw Smolen

26769 N Genesee St, Wauconda, IL 60084
/43
$284,500
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,600 Sq Ft
114 Maple St, McHenry, IL 60051

A truly one-of-a-kind, fully renovated home in McHenry! SELLER SAYS SELL! BRING AN OFFER! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath gem has been upgraded from top to bottom: new HVAC, roof, siding, decks, and doors throughout. Main level offers 2 bedrooms and a custom chef's kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large farmhouse sink, and modern fixtures. The luxurious full bath

Ivonne Payes Payes Real Estate Group

114 Maple St, McHenry, IL 60051
/32
$299,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,374 Sq Ft
27569 N Beech St, Island Lake, IL 60042

Bring Your Boat! Enjoy lake rights to 210+ acre Slocum Lake! This delightfully sunny & spacious property is larger than it looks and move-in ready! Enhanced with fresh carpeting and paint, it's bright, inviting, and ready for you. The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen, featuring abundant cabinetry and two stovetops, perfect for preparing gourmet meals. Generous room sizes, loads

Erin Dreiling Baird & Warner

27569 N Beech St, Island Lake, IL 60042
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$289,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,150 Sq Ft
108 Poplar St, McHenry, IL 60051

WONDERFUL FRESHLY PAINTED 3 BDRM, 2 BATH RANCH ON A SPACIOUS COUNTRY SIZE LOT BACKING TO LARGE WOODED OPEN SPACE. AMAZING SUN ROOM HAS BEEN FRESHLY PAINTED, ROOF IS 8 YEARS OLD. NICE CAR PORT. THE WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE ADDS CHARM AND COZINESS TO THIS HOME ALL YEAR LONG. LOCATED NEAR PORT BARRINGTON AND ISLAND LAKE. THIS HOME IS NOT IN HOLIDAY HILLS. UNINCORPORATED MCHENRY COUNTY - NO

Mireya Delgado Aguilera Universal Real Estate LLC

108 Poplar St, McHenry, IL 60051
/22
$525,000
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 3,036 Sq Ft
29460 Roberts Rd, McHenry, IL 60051

Here's a rare opportunity to own a classic 2-story farmhouse on 11 wildlife-filled acres, right where McHenry, Island Lake, & Port Barrington meet. Once a working dairy farm, this property carries a proud history & offers lasting value with room to grow, build, or simply enjoy the land. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, crown molding, & a grand staircase that makes a strong first impression.

Jim Starwalt Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes

29460 Roberts Rd, McHenry, IL 60051
/39
$2,300,000
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,555 Sq Ft
27125 N Williams Park Rd, Wauconda, IL 60084

40 ACRES Commercial Land Home/Office and 2 Out Buildings 40 Acres offers rolling hills and attractive tree line. Ideal for landscape business, hospitality, horses, special event venue, or any live/work situation allowed by AG zoning (Lake County). Currently on site: * 3,555 SF ranch home/business office featuring 6 bedrooms/private offices, 4.5 baths, enclosed porch. * 2,400 SF 30' x

Bruce Kaplan Premier Commercial Realty

27125 N Williams Park Rd, Wauconda, IL 60084
/8
$94,900
- Land
- 1.04 Acres
- $91,250 per Acre
Lot 0 S Pine St, Nunda Township, IL 60051

Build your dream home in a peaceful, established neighborhood. Located in unincorporated McHenry County, this 1.04-acre lot is ready for your vision. Drive by today and imagine your tomorrow!

Erin Dreiling Baird & Warner

Lot 0 S Pine St, Nunda Township, IL 60051
/51
$1,350,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,930 Sq Ft
27855 W Main St, Wauconda, IL 60084

You'll never believe that you are in Wauconda, Illinois when you tour this waterfront retreat nestled on oappx. 36+ acres of rolling countryside, complete with fruit trees & grape arbor. The main house is a walk-out ranch approximately 3000 sq. ft. of well thought out living space. Amazing views from almost every room in the house. Kitchen and one bath remodeled within the past few years. Main

Pattie Taylor RE/MAX Plaza

27855 W Main St, Wauconda, IL 60084
/4
$39,900
- Land
- 0.25 Acre
- $159,600 per Acre
28490 W Main St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084

Build your dream home near Slocum Lake in Williams Park! 2 lots sold together. Great opportunity to build with Lake and Beach Rights just steps from the community dock! Moments away from major highways, shopping, post office, schools and parks. Act now, Summer is coming! Multiple parcels-There are 2 separate PIN's, addresses are 28490W. Main PIN 0933202009 & 28500 W. Main St. PIN 0933104011

Patricia Nelson @properties Christie's International Real Estate

28490 W Main St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084
/3
$15,000
- Land
- 0.12 Acre
- $130,435 per Acre
26824 N Poplar St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084

Excellent lot to build your home near Slocum Lake in Williams Park! 4 other lots that can be sold together. You can enjoy boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, and canoeing, etc. Quick access to major highways, shopping, post office, schools and parks. COME AND SEE THE UNLIMITED POTENTIAL THIS LAND HAS TO OFFER! You can buy all five lots to develop! This is an excellent opportunity to build your

Eddy Desir Mikeisa Realty, LLC

26824 N Poplar St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084
/3
$25,000
- Land
- 0.34 Acre
- $73,529 per Acre
26822 N Ada St, Wauconda, IL 60084

Excellent lot to build your home near Slocum Lake in Williams Park! 4 other lots that can be sold together. You can enjoy boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, and canoeing, etc. Quick access to major highways, shopping, post office, schools and parks. COME AND SEE THE UNLIMITED POTENTIAL THIS LAND HAS TO OFFER! You can buy all five lots to develop! This is an excellent opportunity to build your

Eddy Desir Mikeisa Realty, LLC

26822 N Ada St, Wauconda, IL 60084
/7
$495,000
- Land
- 27 Acres
- $18,512 per Acre
26178 N Anderson Rd, Wauconda, IL 60084

This kind of property certainly doesn't come along often. Four individual parcels totaling over 26 acres in unincorporated Wauconda Township. Build your dream home or homes while maintaining the benefit of lower taxes for staying in the Conservation Stewardship Program. Fairly level and heavily wooded. Current access drive off Anderson Rd. Each parcel has its own Street Address.

Pattie Taylor RE/MAX Plaza

26178 N Anderson Rd, Wauconda, IL 60084
/7
$59,000
- Land
- 0.18 Acre
- $327,778 per Acre
28406 W Park Ave, Wauconda, IL 60084

Nothing like summers at the Lake! Great opportunity to build on prime lot with views of Slocum Lake! Community dock right at your door! Electric & gas to site! Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Sarah Leonard Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC

28406 W Park Ave, Wauconda, IL 60084
/5
$95,900
- Land
- 1.38 Acres
- $69,493 per Acre
26605 N Brooks St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084

Build your dream home with Lake rRghts to Slocum Lake in Williams Park! 2 lots totaling almost 1 1/2 acres! Great opportunity to build with lake and beach rights near the community dock! Moments away from major highways, shopping, post office, schools and parks. Act now, summer is coming! 2 separate PIN's, addresses are 26605 & 26639 N. Brooks S. Multiple parcels-2021 Tax amount includes:

Patricia Nelson @properties Christie's International Real Estate

26605 N Brooks St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084
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$15,000
- Land
- 0.00 Acre
28373 W Main St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084

Perfect opportunity to build a new home in a beautiful neighborhood.

Andy Quiroz Diamond Homes Realty

28373 W Main St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084
/2
$15,000
- Land
- 0.00 Acre
28379 W Main St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084

Perfect opportunity to build a new home in a beautiful neighborhood.

Andy Quiroz Diamond Homes Realty

28379 W Main St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084
/2
$33,900
- Land
- 0.46 Acre
- $73,696 per Acre
26805 Bernice St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084

Excellent lot to build your home near Slocum Lake in Williams Park! 4 other lots that can be sold together. You can enjoy boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, and canoeing, etc. Quick access to major highways, shopping, post office, schools and parks. COME AND SEE THE UNLIMITED POTENTIAL THIS LAND HAS TO OFFER! You can buy all five lots to develop! This is an excellent opportunity to build your

Eddy Desir Mikeisa Realty, LLC

26805 Bernice St, Wauconda Township, IL 60084

Illinois Island Lake Slocum Lake

Why Live in Slocum Lake

Slocum Lake in Island Lake, northwest of Chicago, offers a blend of equestrian living, countryside charm, and suburban convenience. The community features equestrian facilities like Timmermann's Ranch and Saddle Shop, providing riding lessons, boarding, and equestrian gear. Homes range from cabin-inspired and traditional two-story homes to ranch-style houses, with prices from approximately $250,000 to $650,000. Townhouses and vacant plots are also available. The area is served by Wauconda Community Unit School District #118, with highly rated schools such as Robert Crown Elementary and Wauconda High School, known for strong academics and diversity. Residents enjoy the natural beauty of the area, with nature trails and scenic Slocum Lake offering outdoor activities. Converse Park provides amenities including a play structure, picnic areas, and a sand volleyball court. Dining options along Illinois Route 176 feature a variety of cuisines, from breakfast at Island Lake Café to Mexican dishes at El Norteño. Maverick’s Brew Pub and Sideouts Sports Tavern offer lively nightlife with games, live music, and bowling. For everyday needs, residents frequent nearby stores like Jewel Osco and Tractor Supply Co., about a 10-minute drive away. Annual events in Island Lake, such as the Holiday Craft Fair, Concert in the Park, and OktoberFest, add to the community spirit. While the area is primarily car-dependent, residents can commute to Chicago via the Metra, balancing rural tranquility and city accessibility. The neighborhood's crime rate is lower than the national average, making it a safe and welcoming place to live.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Slocum Lake a good place to live?

Slocum Lake is a good place to live. Slocum Lake is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Slocum Lake is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Slocum Lake has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.9 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $112,610 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Slocum Lake are home owners, with 22.3% of residents renting and 77.7% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Slocum Lake can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Slocum Lake neighborhood guide.

Is Slocum Lake, IL a safe neighborhood?

Slocum 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 Slocum Lake?

The median home price in Slocum Lake is $975,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $195,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,050 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $216K a year to afford the median home price in Slocum Lake. The average household income in Slocum Lake is $113K.

What are the best public schools in Slocum Lake?

The best public schools that serve Slocum Lake are:

Wauconda High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
Robert Crown School has a B+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
Cotton Creek School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.

What are the best private schools in Slocum Lake?

The best private schools that serve Slocum Lake are:

Da Vinci Waldorf School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 5.0.

What are the most popular zip codes in Slocum Lake, Island Lake, IL?

The most popular zip codes in Slocum Lake, Island Lake, IL include 60084, 60042, 60010, 60051 and 60014.

What are the most popular neighborhoods near Slocum Lake, Island Lake, IL?

The most popular neighborhoods near Slocum Lake, Island Lake, IL are East Island Lake, North Lake Barrington, West Island Lake, Robert Meadow Hill and Lyons Prairie.

Home Trends in Slocum Lake, IL

On average, homes in Slocum Lake, Island Lake sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Slocum Lake, Island Lake over the last 12 months is $1,000,000, up 174% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price

$1,000,000

Median Single Family Sale Price

$675,000

Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price

$1,450,000

Average Price Per Sq Ft

$467

Number of Homes for Sale

Last 12 months Home Sales

Months of Supply

1.30

Median List Price

$975,000

Median Change From 1st List Price

Median Home Sale Price YoY Change

174%

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