The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 60033 sells for about $216,735, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,196 a month.
ZIP 60033 — Harvard
The housing market in 60033 remains stable with modest year-over-year price appreciation. Demand is supported by commuters utilizing the Union Pacific rail line, though inventory remains constrained. Figures for specific metrics like active listings and days on market are based on current local market reports.
This area is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a more affordable, rural-suburban lifestyle with direct rail access to the Chicago metropolitan area.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 11.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 60033, McHenry County IL
The area reports a sex offender ratio near the state average, with general crime trends remaining consistent with regional rural-suburban patterns.
Schools serving the area are primarily managed by Harvard Community Unit School District 50, which provides standard public education services for the local population.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe weather and potential flood exposure in low-lying agricultural zones.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing and agricultural sectors, with the city serving as a regional hub for the surrounding McHenry County area.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
The area is approximately 63 miles from the Chicago Loop and serves as the final stop on the Union Pacific Northwest Line, facilitating commuter access to the city.
Local amenities include community parks and proximity to rural recreational spaces, with basic shopping and dining options available within the city center.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand, with a mix of single-family and multi-family units serving a stable local workforce.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and local service industries, with significant employment provided by regional industrial facilities.
The area is served by the Union Pacific Northwest Line, providing essential rail transit to the Chicago employment core.
Development is focused on maintaining industrial capacity and supporting residential growth within the city limits.
The McHenry County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments updated periodically to reflect market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Harvard Community Unit School District 50 and various local utility and fire protection districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional severe weather risks, with standard coverage available through major carriers.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 60033 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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- Woodstock Water Works4.411.6 mi
- Lake Geneva Clue Room4.713.7 mi
- Twisted Limits Escape Rooms4.918.8 mi
- Angelo's Fresh Market4.415.8 mi
- The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa4.17.4 mi
- Stade’s Farm & Market4.617.9 mi
- Walworth County Fairgrounds and Campgrounds- Elkhorn, Wisconsin4.516.4 mi
- Hawk's View Golf Club4.615.5 mi
- Yerkes Observatory4.89.2 mi
- Big Foot Beach State Park4.312.4 mi
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- Fontana Beach4.57.5 mi
- Woodstock Square Historic District4.812.4 mi
- Classic Cinemas Woodstock XQ4.712.3 mi
- Illinois Railway Museum4.715.5 mi
- Walworth County Fairgrounds and Campgrounds- Elkhorn, Wisconsin4.516.4 mi
- Yerkes Observatory4.89.2 mi
- Geneva Lake Museum4.813.8 mi
- Geneva Lake Distilling + Winery4.414.5 mi
- Big Foot Beach State Park4.312.4 mi
- Yerkes Observatory4.89.2 mi
- Emricson Park4.711.8 mi
- Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy4.710.3 mi
- Marengo Ridge Conservation Area4.711.1 mi
- Lake Geneva Cruise Line4.813.5 mi
- Gage Marine4.59.7 mi
- Abbey Springs Yacht Club4.87.8 mi
- Munson Ski & Marine - At Water Tower4.619.4 mi
- Geneva Boat Charter510.5 mi
- Lake Lawn Resort4.412.5 mi
- Destination Geneva National4.611.9 mi
- Abbey Springs4.67.6 mi
- Oak Grove Golf Course4.14.5 mi
- Delbrook Golf Course4.112.5 mi
- Fleet Farm4.412.4 mi
- Von Bergen's Country Market4.611.6 mi
- Pearce’s Farm Stand4.79.2 mi
- Jewel-Osco4.212.8 mi
- Kohl's4.212.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major local park facility offering sports fields and community space.
Public swimming facility serving the local population.
Historic district featuring local businesses and dining establishments.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).