McHenry · McHenry County · IL
Homes for sale in
Windy Prairie Acres.
Homes for sale in Windy Prairie Acres, McHenry, IL. 4 closed in the last year. Built 1989-1999.
- Active listings
- 0
- Median list
- $0
- Avg time on market
- 0 days
- Sold · last year
- 4
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
Windy Prairie Acres: 1989-1999 construction.
Windy Prairie Acres is a 1989-1999 subdivision in McHenry built on larger wooded lots with conservation easements and protected adjacent lands. Homes here sit on half-acre to one-acre-plus parcels, many backing to or surrounded by native woodland and trails. The neighborhood draws from proximity to Johnsburg schools, multiple shopping centers within 2-3 miles (The Shops at Fox River, McHenry Commons), and quick access to dining and services along the Route 31 corridor. Four homes sold in the last 12 months at a median of $447,000, reflecting steady demand for this quieter, nature-oriented setting.
At a glance
Built 1989–1999
Original construction era based on MRED listing records.
0.2 sales/month
6 homes closed here in the last 36 months.
Sells 5.2% over ask
Median sale-to-list ratio across recent comps.
Protected Conservation Lands
Over 250 acres of adjacent protected conservation easement lands ensure permanent privacy and natural views.
Commuter Rail Access
Richmond/Johnsburg Metra station is 1.17 miles away for Chicago-area commuting.
What’s close
Windy Prairie Acres sits within easy reach of McHenry's retail, dining, and schools. Grocery, shopping, and restaurants cluster 2-3 miles away, while Johnsburg schools and transit options are under 2 miles.
- Grocery & Pharmacy
- Aldi (2.54 mi), Jewel-Osco (3.08 mi), Meijer Pharmacy (2.47 mi).
- Shopping Centers
- The Shops at Fox River (2.05 mi), McHenry Commons (2.76 mi), TJ Maxx and HomeGoods nearby (under 2.2 mi).
- Dining
- Buffalo Wild Wings (1.97 mi), Olive Garden (1.98 mi), Epic Deli (2.05 mi), Cullom Knoll (2.16 mi).
- Coffee & Cafes
- BIGGBY COFFEE (2 mi), Starbucks (2.46 mi), Panera Bread (2.91 mi).
- Schools
- Ringwood School Primary Center (1.51 mi), Johnsburg Junior High (1.7 mi), Johnsburg High School (1.91 mi).
- Parks & Recreation
- McBark Dog Park (2.37 mi), Glacial Park Conservation Area (2.62 mi), playgrounds (2.01 mi, 2.55 mi).
- Transit
- Richmond/Johnsburg station (1.17 mi), Johnsburg Riverside station (1.3 mi).
- Fitness
- Crossfit Mfc (1.45 mi), Fire House Gym (1.5 mi), 5 Star Academy (1.75 mi).
Recent closed sales
What's selling in Windy Prairie Acres.
Most-recent closed comps from MRED. Useful for sellers gauging listing price and for buyers calibrating offers.
| Address | Closed | Sold for | Beds / baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4810 Waltshire Lane McHenry | Jun 20, 2025 | $447,000 | 4br · 3ba | 2,443 |
Closed-sale data sourced from MRED. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Market snapshot
Windy Prairie Acres, 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
$447,000
Homes for sale right now
0
Avg time on market
0 days
Sold in the last year
4
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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