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MCHENRY, IL 60051

Real Estate Market Report  ·  McHenry County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The MCHENRY, IL real estate market (60051) currently shows 82 active listings, with 44 pending sales. Homes are averaging 36 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.8% year-over-year, from $400,000 to $427,023.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,598  ·  Density: 274.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $99,854

Typical home value: $255,101  ·  Homeownership: 83.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
82
⇩ 9.9% vs 91 last year
Pending
44
54% pending ratio
Median Price
$427,023
⇧ 6.8% vs $400,000 last year
Average Price
$525,263
⇧ 17.5% vs $446,977 last year
Days on Market
36
⇧ 20% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$210
⇧ 3.4% vs $203/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,938 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 82 this year vs 91 last year
  • Days on market: 36 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $427,023 (+6.8% YoY)
  • Average: $525,263 (+17.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 13.6 miles — 831 listings ($382,556,265 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60051Mchenry, IL 600510.0 mi79$36,958,965$448,034$467,835
60050Mchenry, IL 600503.9 mi66$20,177,454$279,999$305,719
60042Island Lake, IL 600425.1 mi17$5,125,313$299,925$301,489
60073Round Lake, IL 600736.0 mi113$32,463,431$263,000$287,287
60012Crystal Lake, IL 600127.1 mi32$16,251,008$433,450$507,844
60097Wonder Lake, IL 600977.6 mi67$23,890,123$317,490$356,569
60013Cary, IL 600139.1 mi47$23,323,327$407,175$496,241
60046Lake Villa, IL 600469.5 mi62$25,459,618$389,375$410,639
60002Antioch, IL 6000210.4 mi64$28,902,336$349,000$451,599
60060Mundelein, IL 6006011.0 mi91$57,049,720$439,995$626,920
60098Woodstock, IL 6009812.0 mi89$64,784,702$415,000$727,918
60034Hebron, IL 6003412.7 mi4$839,768$207,925$209,942
60102Algonquin, IL 6010213.6 mi100$47,330,500$445,490$473,305

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MCHENRY, IL 60051?

As of March 2026, there are 82 active listings in MCHENRY, IL (zip code 60051), compared to 91 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MCHENRY, IL 60051?

The median listing price in MCHENRY, IL 60051 is $427,023 as of March 2026, a 6.8% increase from $400,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MCHENRY, IL?

Homes in MCHENRY, IL 60051 spend an average of 36 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MCHENRY, IL 60051?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MCHENRY, IL 60051 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MCHENRY, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MCHENRY, IL 60051 save an estimated $8,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $427,023. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.