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 is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. 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
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Is Wonder Woods, IL a safe neighborhood?
Wonder Woods, 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 Wonder Woods?
The median home price in Wonder Woods is $295,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $59,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,530 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $66K 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:
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Are home prices dropping in Wonder Woods?
Yes, home prices in Wonder Woods are down 11% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Wonder Woods, IL
On average, homes in Wonder Woods, Wonder Lake sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Wonder Woods, Wonder Lake over the last 12 months is $280,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$280,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$295,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$248
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$295,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%