Lake in the Hills · McHenry County · IL
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Windstone Crossing.
- Active listings
- 1
- Median list
- $369K
- Avg time on market
- 2 days
- Sold · last year
- 14
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About the community
An established townhome community on the east side of Lake in the Hills.
Windstone Crossing is a mature townhome community on the east side of Lake in the Hills in McHenry County, developed by Brittany Homes and Developments and built out largely in the mid-to-late 1990s. It is a moderately priced, tree-lined enclave of attached townhomes aimed at first-time buyers, downsizers, and commuters who want a low-maintenance home in a growing suburban village. Two-story and ranch-style floor plans sit off Viewpoint Drive north of Pyott Road, close to the Randall Road retail corridor and the village's deep parks system. It is one of several 1990s-era attached-housing communities in Lake in the Hills, offering an attainable entry point relative to detached homes in the same area.
At a glance
Mid-1990s townhomes
An established attached-townhome community by Brittany Homes, built roughly 1994 to 1998.
Low-maintenance living
The HOA handles grounds and snow, so day-to-day upkeep is lighter than a detached home.
District 300 schools
Community Unit School District 300, likely Lake in the Hills Elementary and H.D. Jacobs High. Confirm by address.
Deep village parks system
Lake in the Hills runs dozens of parks, including the large Sunset Park Sports Complex, a short drive away.
Randall Road corridor
Extensive retail, grocery, and dining along Randall Road in Lake in the Hills, Algonquin, and Crystal Lake.
Two-story and ranch plans
Roughly two to three bedrooms with a garage, in floor plans clustered around 1,300 to 1,800 square feet.
UP-NW Metra nearby
The Pingree Road and Crystal Lake stations on the UP-NW line reach Ogilvie downtown.
Attainable for the area
One of the more affordable ways into Lake in the Hills, with the convenience of townhome living.
What’s close
Windstone Crossing sits off Viewpoint Drive north of Pyott Road on the east side of Lake in the Hills, with Randall Road the main retail and commuting corridor and the UP-NW Metra a short drive away.
- Recreation
- The Lake in the Hills parks system, including the roughly 125-acre Sunset Park Sports Complex, plus trails and the Fen conservation area.
- Shopping
- The Randall Road corridor in Lake in the Hills, Algonquin, and Crystal Lake, with big-box stores, grocery, and dining.
- Hospital
- Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital and other area facilities serve the community. Confirm the nearest current ER.
- Highway
- Randall Road and Algonquin Road (Route 62) are the main arterials, with I-90 reachable to the south.
- Schools
- Community Unit School District 300, likely Lake in the Hills Elementary and H.D. Jacobs High School. Confirm by address.
- Train
- The Pingree Road and Crystal Lake stations on the UP-NW line to Ogilvie Transportation Center are the nearest stops.
What it’s actually like to live here
Windstone Crossing offers a practical, low-maintenance way to live in Lake in the Hills, a village that has grown steadily from a small lake community into one of McHenry County's larger suburbs. The townhome format appeals to buyers who want to skip the yard work and exterior upkeep of a detached house without giving up a garage, multiple bedrooms, and a sense of neighborhood. Days here lean quiet and residential, with the village's deep parks system and the Sunset Park complex a short drive away, and the Randall Road corridor close enough that errands, groceries, and dining are never far.
For commuters, the location is a fair trade. You are not within walking distance of a train, but the Pingree Road and Crystal Lake Metra stations on the UP-NW line put downtown Chicago within a one-seat ride, and Randall Road gives quick access south toward I-90, O'Hare, and the Elgin employment corridor. Families are drawn by District 300 schools and the village amenities, while downsizers and first-time buyers appreciate the attainable price point relative to detached homes in the same area.
The honest tradeoffs: this is a dense, attached-housing community, so expect shared walls, association rules, and monthly dues, and less privacy and yard than a single-family home. Property taxes in McHenry County are meaningfully higher than the national average, which raises the true monthly cost even when list prices look attainable. And because inventory in a community of this size is limited, buyers should watch the live Market snapshot rather than assume homes are always available.
Market trends
Why this market moves the way it does
Windstone Crossing is an attainable, established townhome market where value turns on floor plan, condition, and updates rather than big swings in size. Inventory is limited in a community of this size, so condition and timing matter, and a well-updated unit separates clearly from a dated one.
What holds value
The fundamentals matter more than the cosmetics here. Buyers want floor plan, lot, and basement, in that order. Cosmetics are the tiebreaker.
- Attainable price point
- One of the more affordable ways into Lake in the Hills supports steady demand from first-time buyers and downsizers.
- Condition and updates
- Updated kitchens, baths, and mechanicals command a premium over original 1990s finishes.
- Floor plan
- Ranch-style plans and larger layouts appeal to different buyers; the plan and layout drive desirability.
- Low-maintenance format
- HOA-managed grounds and snow removal are a durable draw for buyers who want to skip the upkeep.
- Limited inventory
- A community of roughly 196 units turns over slowly, so well-priced homes can move quickly.
Real talk
Who shouldn’t buy here
Here is the honest version before you tour.
Taxes matter here. McHenry County effective property tax rates are among the higher in Illinois, which raises the true monthly cost even when the list price looks attainable. Pull the actual tax history for the specific unit and factor it into your budget.
This is attached townhome living, so expect shared walls, association rules, and monthly dues, plus less privacy and outdoor space than a detached home. Confirm the current HOA fee and exactly what it covers, since inclusions vary and you want no surprises on exterior responsibility.
Inventory is limited in a community of this size, so do not assume a home is always available and be ready to move on the right one. Tour the specific unit, check the condition and any updates, and read the association documents before you commit.
One piece of advice
“Windstone Crossing is one of the more attainable, low-maintenance ways into Lake in the Hills, with the village parks and the Randall Road corridor close by. Just confirm the HOA fee and what it covers, verify the school assignment by address, and budget for McHenry County taxes on top of the list price. Do that and it is a solid entry-level or downsizer buy.”
The questions buyers actually ask
Windstone Crossing FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Windstone Crossing. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- How much is the HOA?
- townhomes and condos are $120 per month.
- What does the HOA actually cover?
- Windstone Crossing has an active townhome homeowners association. Reported monthly dues fall in roughly the $100 to $135 range and typically go toward common-area and grounds maintenance, snow removal on private drives, and association insurance and reserves. Exactly what the dues cover, for example whether exterior building elements are included, varies, so confirm the current fee and its inclusions from the seller's disclosure or the association before you buy.
- What are property taxes like?
- Roughly $6,000 – $9,500 per year, depending on home size and value. McHenry County assessor records are the source of truth. Happy to pull a specific bill on any home you're considering.
- When was Windstone Crossing built?
- Brittany Homes and Developments built the community between 1994 and 1998.
- What's the typical closing timeline?
- 30 to 60 days from accepted offer to keys. Cash deals can close in two weeks. Conventional financing is usually closer to 60.
- Is Windstone Crossing single-family homes or townhomes?
- It is an attached townhome community, not detached single-family homes. Floor plans run roughly 1,300 to 1,800 square feet with two to three bedrooms and a garage. Confirm the specific unit type and layout on the individual listing.
- Who built Windstone Crossing and when?
- It was developed by Brittany Homes and Developments and built out mostly between the mid and late 1990s, roughly 1994 to 1998, making it a mature, established community.
- Is there an HOA, and what does it cover?
- Yes. Monthly dues have been reported in roughly the $100 to $135 range and typically go toward common-area and grounds maintenance, snow removal, and association insurance and reserves. Ask for the current fee and a copy of what it covers before you buy, since inclusions vary.
- What schools serve Windstone Crossing?
- The community is in Community Unit School District 300. Likely assignments are Lake in the Hills Elementary, Westfield Community School for middle grades, and H.D. Jacobs High School, but boundaries can shift, so confirm your exact address with the District 300 school locator.
- How is the commute to Chicago?
- The nearest Metra stops are Pingree Road and Crystal Lake on the Union Pacific Northwest line, both running to Ogilvie Transportation Center downtown. By car, Randall Road connects south to I-90 for O'Hare and the northwest suburbs.
- What do homes cost and how is the market here?
- Windstone Crossing is one of the more attainable ways into Lake in the Hills, but prices move with the market and inventory is limited in a community of this size. See the live Market snapshot on this page for current pricing, active listings, and recent sales rather than relying on a dated figure.
- Who is the real estate agent for Windstone Crossing?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers Windstone Crossing in Lake in the Hills, IL through Subdiview, a neighborhood-first home search for the Chicago suburbs and collar counties. Joe prices and negotiates from the live MRED sold comps for Windstone Crossing specifically, not national averages, and can help you buy or sell here. Reach Joe at 224-385-8779 or joe@joekeeganhomes.com.
Your local agent
Joe knows Windstone Crossing
Most agents will list anything. I focus on the places I actually know, and the things that move value here don't show up in the MLS write-up: which streets and buildings hold demand, what the HOA or assessments really cover, how the comps read once you account for condition and location, and where buyers consistently want to be.
When you're ready to tour or list, you want someone who has read the last 50 closed comps in this specific market, not a national average, and can tell you what they actually mean for your price. That's how I work. Text or call any time, and I'll give you a real take, not a brochure.
- Licensed Illinois broker
- Comp-driven pricing
- Lake in the Hills specialist
- Honest local market take
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Market snapshot
Windstone Crossing, 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
$368,999
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$305,000
Homes for sale right now
1
Avg time on market
2 days
Sold in the last year
14
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period August 10, 2025 through August 10, 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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Schools serving Windstone Crossing
Where Windstone Crossing homes go to school
Homes in Windstone Crossing are most often zoned to Jacobs HS. Open a school to see its area, the district, and every home for sale that feeds it.
School assignment is derived from the school the MRED listing agent entered and is not a guarantee. Always verify current attendance boundaries with the district before writing an offer.
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