Southeast Wauconda
Suburban Neighborhood in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois
Lake County 60060, 60084
Custom touches and varying acreage
Narrow tree-lined roads wind throughout Southeast Wauconda. Sprawling fields of local horse stables elicit a pastoral feel, while occasional turtle-crossing signs serve as a reminder of the surrounding forest preserve. These quiet avenues support its CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, which falls below the national average of 4. Estate-style homes built from the late 20th century into the 21st sit back off the road on freshly mowed lawns. Though many feature brick-clad exteriors, custom architectural influences vary from turrets to high-reaching roofs and columned front porches. Similarly, lot sizes range from one-acre properties in the community’s northeastern subdivisions to over five acres in its central and southern portions. “Home values, especially those on the waterfront, have increased in recent years,” Sommers says. Prices typically range from $600,000 to $900,000. However, larger homes backing up to residential lakes and ponds can reach just over $1 million.Lakewood Forest Preserve's year-round opportunities
Several Lakewood Forest Preserve trails have access points along the community’s residential streets, allowing residents to encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats. Visitors can also throw fishing lines at several ponds throughout or let their pups run loose at the 66-acre enclosed dog park. Following heavy Illinois snows, the preserve maintains its trails for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Alongside its 18-hole golf course, members of the Hawthorne Woods Country Club have access to an outdoor pool, fitness facilities and an array of youth programming.Mundelein Consolidated High School's career pathways
Fremont School District 79 comprises three of the four public schools that serve the community. Elementary schoolers attend Fremont Elementary, which holds a B-plus rating on Niche and A-minus-rated Fremont Intermediate School. Fremont Middle School teaches sixth through eighth grade and holds an A-minus rating. The Wildcats of Fremont Middle have a long list of extracurricular offerings to consider, including clubs centered around gaming, reading, and technology. Students finish their secondary education at A-rated Mundelein Consolidated High School, part of Mundelein High School District 120. High Schoolers can explore a wide range of possible career pathways by taking unique Career and Technical Education courses, from app development and coding and building trades to child development and food and nutrition.Wauconda Big Bang's lakeside celebration
On the evening of July 3rd, Wauconda Big Bang lights up Bangs Lake with a grand fireworks show to celebrate Independence Day. Locals from across the village fill the shoreline and take boats out on the lake for a front-row seat to watch the display, which begins at dusk. Summer also ushers in the Wauconda Farmers Market, which takes place along Main Street every Thursday evening from mid-June through September. Alongside vendors selling fresh produce and goods, the market hosts live music and activities for the little ones.Commuting along Interstate 94
Interstate 94 runs 14 miles southeast of the community and up to Milwaukee, 63 miles north. The interstate also carries residents to Chicago, 45 miles southeast. Those making daily commutes can also hop on Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest Line at Barrington Train Station 11 miles south for one-hour 20-minute rides into the city. Chicago O’Hare International Airport sits in the same direction off West Balmoral Avenue, 29 miles out. For medical care, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is a 9-mile trip southwest.Drinks with a view at Docks Bar & Grill
In town, Docks Bar & Grill combines waterfront views of Bangs Lake with seafood dishes and regular live music. The laid-back spot also features an outdoor Tiki Bar, which fills up during warmer months. Several other local spots sit along Main Street, the village’s hub for shopping and dining. Strolls along the stretch can include stops at Honey Hill Coffee Company or into shops like Threads Boutique and Whippletree Farm Antiques. Residents pick up groceries at Jewel-Osco on Liberty Road and head 4 miles northeast to shop at big box retailers like Target and T.J. Maxx at Mundelein Crossing.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Rick Wyrick
Rick Wyrick
RE/MAX 1st Service
(708) 295-3661
94 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Wauconda
$712,000 Price
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Joyce Konnerth
Joyce Konnerth
Konnerth Realty Group
(224) 877-7579
98 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Wauconda
$587,000 Price
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Kristin DePue
Kristin DePue
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Plaza
(224) 313-4881
55 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Wauconda
$685,000 Price
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Hazel Gayheart
Hazel Gayheart
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams North Shore West
(847) 449-8034
13 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Wauconda
$640,000 Price
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Arlene Fields
Arlene Fields
Responds QuicklyBaird & Warner
(630) 576-1698
83 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Wauconda
$640,000 Price
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Constance Y. Antoniou
Constance Y. Antoniou
Responds QuicklyJameson Sotheby's International Realty
(224) 501-9557
182 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Wauconda
$805,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Cook Memorial Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Hawthorn Woods Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Sedgebrook Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Lions Park
Paulus Park
- Boating
- Grills
- Lake
Tila Gorden Lewis Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Walking Paths
Larkdale Park Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Country Ridge Park
- Playground
Osage Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Southeast Wauconda | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southeast Wauconda Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southeast Wauconda, Hawthorn Woods sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Southeast Wauconda, Hawthorn Woods over the last 12 months is $737,500, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$900,000
Median Sale Price
$737,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$845,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$760
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
167
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1997
Months of Supply
9.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
5,155
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
55,539
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
496
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$173,648
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$189,029
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
57.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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