Why Live in Ray Lake Kettle Grove
Ray Lake Kettle Grove in Round Lake Park offers a serene living environment with access to extensive natural areas and protected preserves. Located 45 miles north of downtown Chicago and 10 miles from Lake Michigan’s western shores, this neighborhood provides a balance of tranquility and convenience. Homes in this area are valued higher than those in nearby Mundelein and Wauconda, largely due to larger property sizes ranging from 2 to over 20 acres. Architectural styles include brick ramblers, stately colonials, and modern traditional builds, with some homes along Chardon Road featuring picturesque lake views. The Ray Lake Forest Preserve, spanning 1,163 acres, offers a 2-mile gravel path for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Nearby, Stonewall Orchard Golf Club features an 18-hole course designed by Arthur Hills. Families can enjoy Sedgebrook Park's playground, tennis courts, picnic tables, and basketball court. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Fremont Elementary School, Fremont Intermediate School, Fremont Middle School, and Mundelein Consolidated High, which offers over 40 extracurricular activities. Local amenities include Woodman’s Food Market, Fratellos Hot Dogs, and Bobby’s Barrel for dining and nightlife. The area is safer than the national average, and residents can easily access Interstate 94 for a one-hour drive to Chicago’s city center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ray Lake Kettle Grove a good place to live?
Ray Lake Kettle Grove is a good place to live. Ray Lake Kettle Grove is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Ray Lake Kettle Grove is a suburban neighborhood. Ray Lake Kettle Grove has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 39. The average household income is $157,444 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Ray Lake Kettle Grove are home owners, with 7.4% of residents renting and 92.6% of residents owning their home. A
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How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ray Lake Kettle Grove?
The median home price in Ray Lake Kettle Grove is $230,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $46,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,190 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Ray Lake Kettle Grove. The average household income in Ray Lake Kettle Grove is $157K.
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Home Trends in Ray Lake Kettle Grove, IL
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$230,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$211
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Median List Price
$230,000