McHenry · McHenry County · IL
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Boone Creek.
- Active listings
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- Median list
- $407K
- Avg time on market
- 24 days
- Sold · last year
- 5
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About the community
An established, family-friendly subdivision on the southwest side of McHenry.
Boone Creek is a single-family neighborhood on the southwest side of McHenry, near the Boone Creek waterway and the adjacent Bull Valley area. Much of the build-out is associated with a longtime McHenry-area builder, with the bulk of construction running from the late 1990s into the mid-2000s. The character is a classic established subdivision: curving streets with sidewalks and street lights, and quarter- to half-acre lots that have had two decades to mature. Homes follow a set of named builder floor plans, typically three to four bedrooms, and read as attainable-to-mid tier for the McHenry market. Nearby, the public Boone Creek Golf Club shares the name and the geography but is a separate course, not a private community amenity.
At a glance
Established single-family homes
Detached homes on a set of named builder floor plans, typically 3 to 4 bedrooms on quarter- to half-acre lots.
Creek and ponds
Named for the Boone Creek waterway, with ponds and green space woven through the neighborhood.
Minimal single-family HOA
For detached homes the dues are nominal, covering basic common-area and administrative costs. Attached-home tiers pay more.
Public golf nearby
Boone Creek Golf Club, a public 27-hole course in Bull Valley, is minutes away, though it is a separate course, not an HOA amenity.
McHenry District 15 and 156
Served by McHenry CCSD 15 for elementary and middle and McHenry CHSD 156 for high school. Confirm the assigned schools by address.
Metra McHenry branch
The Metra McHenry station offers a one-seat ride to downtown Chicago on the Union Pacific Northwest McHenry Branch.
Hospital in town
Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital is within the city, off the Route 31 corridor.
What’s close
Boone Creek sits on the southwest side of McHenry, with quick access to Route 31 and Route 120.
- Highways
- Illinois Route 31 (north-south) and Route 120 (east-west) connect to downtown McHenry, Crystal Lake, and the Fox Valley.
- Train
- The Metra McHenry station is the terminus of the Union Pacific Northwest McHenry Branch, with service to Ogilvie in downtown Chicago.
- Hospital
- Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, a full-service hospital in the city, with outpatient locations along Route 31.
- Schools
- McHenry CCSD 15 for elementary and middle and McHenry CHSD 156 for high school. Confirm the assignment by address.
- Shopping
- Retail, grocery, and dining along the Route 31 and Route 120 corridors, plus the historic downtown Riverwalk on the Fox River.
- Golf and parks
- The public Boone Creek Golf Club in Bull Valley and Fox Ridge Park with athletic fields are close by.
What it’s actually like to live here
Boone Creek suits buyers who want a settled, established McHenry neighborhood at an attainable-to-mid price rather than a brand-new build. The streets are mature, with sidewalks, street lights, and lawns that have filled in over two decades, which gives the area a lived-in, family-oriented feel. Quarter- to half-acre lots offer real yard space, and the range of builder floor plans means you can find anything from a compact three-bedroom to a larger four-bedroom.
Location is a practical strength. Route 31 and Route 120 put daily errands, grocery, and dining within a short drive, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital is in town, and downtown McHenry's Fox River Riverwalk offers restaurants and seasonal events. Golfers have the public Boone Creek Golf Club minutes away without a private-club commitment, and Fox Ridge Park adds fields and green space close to home.
The honest tradeoffs are the commute and taxes. This is a far-northwest location, so a Chicago trip is a real undertaking, and the McHenry branch runs a lighter schedule than mainline Metra stops, which matters for daily commuters. McHenry County property taxes are meaningful, with effective rates generally in the range of about 2.2 to 2.6 percent of value. The single-family HOA is minimal, which keeps carrying costs low but also means the association provides little beyond the basics, so exterior upkeep is on the owner.
The questions buyers actually ask
Boone Creek FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Boone Creek. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- What does the HOA actually cover?
- For the detached single-family homes the association dues are minimal, covering basic common-area and administrative costs rather than a full amenity package. Attached-home tiers in the wider Boone Creek area pay higher monthly assessments that typically include exterior and grounds maintenance. Confirm the exact dues and inclusions for a specific home.
- What are property taxes like?
- Roughly $7,000 – $11,000 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.
- 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.
- What kind of homes are in Boone Creek?
- Mostly detached single-family homes, typically three to four bedrooms, built to a set of named builder floor plans on quarter- to half-acre lots. A related attached-home product exists in the wider Boone Creek area under the Trails of Boone Creek name.
- Is there an HOA, and what does it cover?
- Yes, but for the single-family homes the dues are minimal, covering basic common-area and administrative costs rather than a full amenity or maintenance package. Attached-home units in the broader development carry higher monthly assessments that typically include exterior and grounds maintenance. Confirm the exact dues for a specific home.
- Does living in Boone Creek include golf at Boone Creek Golf Club?
- No. Boone Creek Golf Club is a separate public course in nearby Bull Valley. It shares the name and is very close, but it is not a private amenity of the subdivision. Anyone can play it as a public golfer.
- What schools serve Boone Creek?
- The neighborhood is in McHenry CCSD 15 for elementary and middle school and McHenry CHSD 156 for high school. Attendance boundaries can split a subdivision, so confirm the exact assigned schools by address with both districts before you rely on it.
- What are property taxes like?
- Expect an effective rate in the general McHenry County range of roughly 2.2 to 2.6 percent of market value, which is typical for northern Illinois. The exact bill depends on the specific taxing districts and any homeowner or senior exemptions. Check the county treasurer's record for the actual figure on a given home.
- What do homes cost and how is the market?
- Boone Creek is generally attainable-to-mid tier for McHenry, but pricing and pace move over time. For current numbers on list prices, recent sales, and how fast homes are moving, see the live Market snapshot on this page rather than a fixed figure.
- Who is the real estate agent for Boone Creek?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers Boone Creek in McHenry, 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 Boone Creek specifically, not national averages, and can help you buy or sell here. Reach Joe at 224-385-8779 or joe@joekeeganhomes.com.
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Joe knows Boone Creek
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.
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Market snapshot
Boone Creek, 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
$407,000
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$360,000
Avg time on market
24 days
Sold in the last year
5
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 Boone Creek
Where Boone Creek homes go to school
Homes in Boone Creek are most often zoned to McHenry CHS. 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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