Why Live in Wonderview
Wonderview in Wonder Lake is a residential neighborhood where most residents live year-round, enjoying various activities throughout the seasons. The neighborhood features primarily two or three-bedroom ranch-style, bi-level, and Cape Cod homes, with the median size around 1,700 square feet. Home prices range from $140,000 to $475,000, with higher-priced homes offering water views. The area has a low crime risk, safer than the national average. However, homes near the water are in a severe flood zone. Residents have access to Wonderview Park & Boat Launch, which includes a small playground, picnic table, and grassy area. Wonder Lake Main Beach and Center Park, located two miles north, host Friday evening ski shows during the summer. For dining and shopping, residents typically drive about six miles on State Route 120 to McHenry, where they can find grocery stores like Jewel-Osco and Angelo’s Fresh Market, as well as restaurants such as Rosati’s Pizza and Tacos El Norte. Significant local events include the Wonder Lake Water Show Ski Team performances, sailboat races sponsored by the Wonder Lake Yacht Club, and the Farmers & Markers Market from May to October. During winter, residents enjoy ice fishing and snowmobiling. The neighborhood is served by McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15, with highly rated schools like McHenry High School Freshman Campus and McHenry High School- West Campus. For transportation, Route 120 is about a mile and a half south, leading to McHenry and Woodstock. The nearest Metra station is in McHenry, offering a commute to downtown Chicago, while Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 50 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wonderview a good place to live?
Wonderview is a good place to live. Wonderview is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Wonderview is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Wonderview has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $101,375 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 17.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Wonderview are home owners, with 17.8% of residents renting and 82.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wonderview can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wonderview neighborhood guide.
Is Wonderview, IL a safe neighborhood?
Wonderview, 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 Wonderview?
The median home price in Wonderview is $962,887. If you put a 20% down payment of $192,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $214K a year to afford the median home price in Wonderview. The average household income in Wonderview is $101K.
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Home Trends in Wonderview, IL
On average, homes in Wonderview, Wonder Lake sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wonderview, Wonder Lake over the last 12 months is $575,000, up 102% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$575,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$735,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$575,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$189
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$962,887
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
102%