Cary · McHenry County · IL
Homes for sale in
Franke.
Homes for sale in Franke, Cary, IL. 3 closed in the last year. Built 1950-1985.
- Active listings
- 0
- Median list
- $0
- Avg time on market
- 0 days
- Sold · last year
- 3
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period May 9, 2025 through May 9, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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About the community
Franke: 1950-1985 construction.
Franke is a mid-century subdivision in Cary built between 1950 and 1985, anchored by proximity to downtown Cary and the Metra commuter rail. Homes here are positioned within walking distance of the train station, local shops, and dining, making it a practical choice for commuters. The neighborhood sits near Briargate Elementary School and benefits from access to parks, trails, and the Fox River area. Listing remarks consistently highlight the location's convenience to downtown Cary's restaurants and bars, as well as family-friendly recreation like Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center and Three Oaks Recreation Area. The subdivision has seen modest activity, with 3 closed sales in the last 12 months and a median price of $285,000.
At a glance
Built 1950–1985
Original construction era based on MRED listing records.
0.2 sales/month
8 homes closed here in the last 36 months.
Sells 0.8% over ask
Median sale-to-list ratio across recent comps.
Walking distance to Metra
Cary station is 0.66 mi away, making commutes to the city straightforward without I-90 traffic.
Parks and trails nearby
Fox Bluff Conservation Area, Kaper Park, and multiple playgrounds within 1 mi for outdoor recreation.
What’s close
Franke sits in the heart of Cary with the Metra station within walking distance and downtown amenities nearby. Grocery, dining, and parks are all close by.
- Grocery & Farmers Market
- Jewel-Osco (0.68, 0.69 mi), Cary Farmers Market (0.7 mi), Aldi (0.9 mi).
- Dining
- Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Cuco's Burrito Express, Eggville Cafe, FOI Flavors of India all within 0.5 mi.
- Coffee
- Starbucks (0.57 mi), Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters (0.72 mi), Teame Boba (0.62 mi).
- Parks & Recreation
- Playground (0.41 mi), Kaper Park (0.76 mi), Dog Park at Hoffman Park (0.9 mi), Fox Bluff Conservation Area (0.93 mi).
- Schools
- Briargate Elementary School (0.21 mi), Cary Public Schools (0.44 mi).
- Transit
- Cary Metra station (0.66 mi).
- Shopping
- Country Commons Shopping Center (0.33 mi), Cary Square Shopping Center (0.64 mi), Walmart (1.42 mi).
Recent closed sales
What's selling in Franke.
Most-recent closed comps from MRED. Useful for sellers gauging listing price and for buyers calibrating offers.
| Address | Closed | Sold for | Beds / baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550 Norman Drive Cary | Feb 26, 2026 | $360,000 | 4br · 3ba | 2,566 |
| 641 Alida Drive Cary | Nov 10, 2025 | $375,000 | 3br · 2ba | 1,736 |
| 24 Franke Avenue Cary | Jun 10, 2025 | $290,000 | 2br · 1ba | 1,676 |
| 682 Main Street Cary | Jun 6, 2025 | $283,000 | 4br · 2ba | 2,368 |
Closed-sale data sourced from MRED. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Market snapshot
Franke, by the numbers
Live MRED data, refreshed daily. The numbers below tell you what this market is doing today, not what Zillow's algorithm thinks it might be doing six weeks from now.
Typical list price
$0
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$285,000
Homes for sale right now
0
Avg time on market
0 days
Sold in the last year
3
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period May 9, 2025 through May 9, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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