The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 60156 sells for about $385,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,689 a month.
ZIP 60156 — Lake in the Hills
The 60156 housing market remains stable with steady demand for single-family homes, supported by a strong local median household income. Inventory remains tight, which continues to put upward pressure on prices despite broader economic headwinds. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and sale-to-list ratios are based on current market activity reports.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with access to quality schools and outdoor recreation, while remaining within commuting distance of Chicago's northwest suburbs.
Median prices moved up 4.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.9% · poverty 4.1% — 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 5.8%/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 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 60156, McHenry County IL
Lake in the Hills generally reports low crime rates compared to the national average, with property crime being the most common concern. The area is considered safe and family-oriented relative to the broader Chicago metropolitan region.
Schools serving the 60156 area are primarily part of District 300, which generally maintains solid performance ratings and is well-regarded by local families.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near local lakes, though it is not in a high-risk wildfire zone.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the Crystal Lake commercial corridor and ongoing residential development in McHenry County, with a focus on suburban expansion.
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.
Commuters typically rely on personal vehicles for access to major employment hubs in the northwest Chicago suburbs, with some access to Metra rail services in neighboring towns.
The area features numerous parks, the Lake in the Hills Fen, and proximity to the Chain O'Lakes for boating and fishing, alongside local shopping centers.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, driven by families seeking suburban housing without immediate homeownership commitments.
The local economy is supported by retail, healthcare, and professional services, with many residents commuting to larger employment centers in the Chicago metro area.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with access to major routes like IL-31 and IL-47, and limited public transit options.
Development is focused on maintaining suburban character while expanding commercial infrastructure along major arterial roads.
Parcels are subject to various special districts including school districts, park districts, and library districts which are reflected in the total tax bill.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk common in Northern Illinois.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Santa’s Village Amusement & Water Park4.57.6 mi
- The Water Works Indoor Water Park4.415.2 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.416.5 mi
- FunCity Adventure Park3.91.2 mi
- Dave & Buster's Vernon Hills3.919.8 mi
- Topgolf Schaumburg4.416.4 mi
- Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament4.715.5 mi
- NOW Arena4.410.2 mi
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago3.918.3 mi
- Schaumburg Convention Center4.617.2 mi
- Volo Museum4.712.5 mi
- AMC South Barrington 244.312.4 mi
- Santa’s Village Amusement & Water Park4.57.6 mi
- Main Event Hoffman Estates4.210.2 mi
- Illinois Railway Museum4.710.7 mi
- NOW Arena4.410.2 mi
- Volo Museum4.712.5 mi
- Illinois Railway Museum4.710.7 mi
- Jurassic Gardens4.512.5 mi
- Vera Meineke Nature Center at Spring Valley4.818.1 mi
- Lippold Park4.54.2 mi
- Elgin Sports Complex4.411.8 mi
- Moraine Hills State Park4.79.7 mi
- Crystal Lake Main Beach4.53.1 mi
- Paulus Park4.711.3 mi
- BROKEN OAR MARINA-BAR & GRILL4.37.4 mi
- Fox 14 Marina4.52.6 mi
- Indian Trail Beach4.10.6 mi
- Makray Memorial Golf Club4.511.8 mi
- The Highlands of Elgin Golf Course4.511.9 mi
- Chalet Hills Golf Club46.2 mi
- Blackstone Golf Club4.710.8 mi
- Boulder Ridge Country Club4.61.6 mi
- Goebbert's Farm - South Barrington4.311.7 mi
- Deli 4 You Market4.62.5 mi
- Blain's Farm & Fleet4.411.9 mi
- Tom's Farm Market4.63.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A unique ecological site featuring rare plants and hiking trails.
A popular local spot for swimming and community events on Woods Creek Lake.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 15.6% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Research outlier held out — this pass returned a median of $325,000 (15.6% off the retained reading), contradicting every independent anchor; the prior reading stands pending corroboration. Validation: the flagged $325,000 (-15.6% vs the published ten-year series (2025)) failed independent re-validation and was reverted to the prior cycle value; the case is under review in the Command Center.