Why Live in Port Barrington
Port Barrington, IL, located along the Fox River 47 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, is a recreational community known for its walking, biking, and snowmobile trails, as well as boating and fishing opportunities. The area features several parks and marinas, including Fox Trail Park, which has winding trails and a bluebird trail through forested marshland. During winter, the Village Santa Parade starts at Fox Trail Park and ends at Village Hall and Clara Hermann Park, which offers amenities like a pavilion, playground, fishing pond, basketball hoop, horseshoe pits, and an ice skating rink. The Fox River Forest Preserve provides trails, picnic shelters, and a youth group camping area. Port Barrington maintains one of the lowest municipal property rates in McHenry County despite ongoing improvement projects. Homes range from remodeled ranch-style houses to modern builds, with newer homes on acreage near Rawson Bridge Road. The Wauconda Community School District 118 serves local students, with Wauconda High School receiving high ratings for its academics and extracurricular activities. Dining options include the Broken Oar Marina Bar & Grill, which offers outdoor dining and entertainment, and Hermann's Rest-A-While, a historic tavern that rents recreational equipment. Liberty Square provides essential services with a Jewel-Osco, USPS store, and Ace Hardware.
Home Trends in Port Barrington, IL
On average, homes in Port Barrington, IL sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Port Barrington, IL over the last 12 months is $675,000, up 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$675,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$675,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$336
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$669,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%