Chicago · suburban

McHenry

McHenry County city on the Fox River with kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. The Chain O'Lakes is a short drive. Community High School District 156. Metra UP Northwest Line access. Very affordable McHenry County pricing. Riverwalk and Veteran's Memorial Park anchor a pleasant downtown.

riveroutdooraffordable

7/10

Schools

174 min

To Chicago

$301K

Median home

$8K

Annual tax

Walk score

27,493

Population

43.1

Median age

$84K

Median income

What stands out

·Fox River recreation access
·Chain O'Lakes proximity
·Metra UP Northwest Line
·Affordable McHenry County river town

Nearby towns

Johnsburg →Bull Valley →Volo →Island Lake →Wonder Lake →Crystal Lake →

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