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Wonder Woods Homes for Sale

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    $239,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 898 Sq Ft

    7919 Hill Dr, Wonder Lake, IL 60097

    DOUBLE LOT! Located on a dead-end street just a few blocks from the private 830 acre lake and Wonder Woods Park & beach area (lake rights included)! Needs just a little paint & TLC and this will be a GREAT home!! Recent updates include - kitchen cabinets, counters, appliances & flooring through out the home. Unfinished basement with access to garage that has great great storage space. Spacious

    Hilda Jones Baird & Warner Real Estate - Algonquin

    7919 Hill Dr, Wonder Lake, IL 60097
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    $29,999

    • Land
    • 0.38 Acre
    • $78,945 per Acre

    Lot 21 Wonder Woods Dr, Wonder Lake, IL 60097

    Life is short. Estate sale. The last available Wonder-ful Lake frontage, high elevation, and corner lot. You would have to fly out of nearby Gault Airport to be much higher. This West Wonder Lake Dr and Island Ln corner has about 160 feet by 56 feet of roadway frontage, respectively. Adore the singularly high-elevation view of your loved ones on a boat or snowmobile on the lake below.

    Nick Caulfield Coldwell Banker Realty

    Lot 21 Wonder Woods Dr, Wonder Lake, IL 60097

Why Live in Wonder Woods

Wonder Woods in Wonder Lake, IL, is a neighborhood characterized by its mix of year-round and seasonal residents. The community benefits from a unique storage solution for trailers and boat lifts, keeping yards uncluttered. Homes, built throughout the 20th century, often feature walkout basements and garages, though properties rarely come up for sale and may need repairs. Residents enjoy deeded lake rights with access to four lakefront parks, including a marina with 22 boat slips available for summer rental. Local amenities include Empire Corals bait shop, Wonder Lake Bible Church, and Napoli Pizza Place. Nearby McHenry, 8 miles away, offers extensive shopping and dining options, while Woodstock, 12 miles away, provides additional amenities. The Wonder Lake Yacht Club and Water Show Ski Team host seasonal events, and the area is served by Northwestern Medicine hospitals in McHenry and Woodstock. For commuters, McHenry Station offers train service to Chicago. Children in Wonder Woods attend highly rated schools in the Woodstock Community Unit School District, including Greenwood Elementary School, Northwood Middle School, and Woodstock North High School, which offers dual-credit and specialized STEM courses. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wonder Woods a good place to live?
Wonder Woods is a good place to live. Wonder Woods is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Wonder Woods has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $77,111 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Wonder Woods are home owners, with 21.3% of residents renting and 78.7% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Wonder Woods can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Wonder Woods neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wonder Woods?
The median home price in Wonder Woods is $279,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $56,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,420 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $61K a year to afford the median home price in Wonder Woods. The average household income in Wonder Woods is $77K.
What are the best public schools in Wonder Woods?
The best public schools that serve Wonder Woods are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Wonder Woods, Wonder Lake, IL?
The most popular zip codes in Wonder Woods, Wonder Lake, IL include 60097, 60071, 60072, 60098 and 60034.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Wonder Woods, Wonder Lake, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Wonder Woods, Wonder Lake, IL are Lookout Point, Hickory Falls, White Oaks Bay, Hebron-Aldon and Wonder Center.

Home Trends in Wonder Woods, IL

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$287,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$280,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$263
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$279,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
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