Mundelein · Lake County · IL
Homes for sale in
Cambridge West.
- Active listings
- 2
- Median list
- $317K
- Avg time on market
- 25 days
- Sold · last year
- 5
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About the community
A settled 1980s Cambridge Homes neighborhood in west Mundelein.
Cambridge West is an established neighborhood on the west side of Mundelein, built out mostly across the 1980s by Cambridge Homes. The product is a mix of detached single-family homes plus some attached townhome and condo units, drawn from the Cambridge model catalog and set on English-named streets like Bedford, Knightsbridge, and Waterford. Four decades on it lives like a mature suburb: full-grown trees, sidewalks and curbs, and a quiet, owner-occupied feel rather than a new subdivision. For buyers who want central Lake County access and Mundelein-area schools without paying for new construction, it is a sensible, attainable option for the area.
At a glance
1980s single-family + attached
Detached homes plus some townhome and condo units, built from the Cambridge Homes catalog.
Cambridge floor plans
Plans commonly run from roughly 1,200 up to the mid-2,000s square feet, 3 to 4 bedrooms on the detached homes.
Mature, tree-lined streets
An established streetscape with sidewalks, curbs, and grown-in landscaping.
Mundelein HSD 120
Mundelein High School District 120, with elementary and middle assignment by address (confirm).
Mundelein Metra
Mundelein has its own station on Metra's North Central Service line.
Central Lake County access
Close to IL-60, IL-83, and US-45 for the trip east toward the Tri-State.
Hospital nearby
Advocate Condell Medical Center in neighboring Libertyville.
Parks and paths
Neighborhood parks plus Mundelein Park and Recreation District facilities in the area.
What’s close
Cambridge West sits on the west side of Mundelein, generally west of Butterfield Road and north of IL-60, with central-county highways and Mundelein's own Metra stop close by.
- Highway
- IL-60, IL-83, and US-45 give central Lake County access toward the Tri-State (I-94) to the east.
- Train
- Mundelein has its own Metra station on the North Central Service line; the higher-frequency Milwaukee District North line stops in nearby Libertyville and Grayslake.
- Shopping
- Everyday retail in Mundelein, with more shopping in Vernon Hills near Hawthorn and in Libertyville.
- Hospital
- Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, a short drive east.
- Schools
- Mundelein High School District 120; elementary and middle assignment varies by address between Mundelein District 75 and Fremont District 79 (confirm).
- Parks
- Neighborhood parks and paths plus the Mundelein Park and Recreation District's programs and facilities.
What it’s actually like to live here
Cambridge West reads as a settled, family-oriented pocket of Mundelein. Because most of the homes went up in the 1980s, the streetscape has matured: full trees, established yards, sidewalks, and the kind of quiet stability a newer subdivision cannot offer yet. The English-named streets and the Cambridge model mix give the neighborhood a recognizable identity, and the parks and paths nearby make it practical for families and dog owners.
Day to day, residents get central Lake County convenience. IL-60 and the IL-83 and US-45 corridors are close, shopping runs toward Vernon Hills and Libertyville, and Advocate Condell Medical Center is a short drive east. Commuters have a real plus with one honest caveat: Mundelein has its own Metra stop, but it is on the North Central Service, which runs a lighter schedule than the busier Milwaukee District North line at nearby Libertyville and Grayslake, so many rail commuters use those stations.
The tradeoffs are the ones that come with any established 1980s subdivision. Homes are of their era, so some are beautifully updated and others still carry original kitchens, baths, or mechanicals, which means condition varies house to house and an inspection matters. Lot sizes and layouts reflect early-1980s planning rather than today's open-concept expectations. And Lake County property taxes are meaningfully higher than the national norm, so budget for them alongside the mortgage.
The questions buyers actually ask
Cambridge West FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Cambridge West. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- What does the HOA actually cover?
- Whether a home carries a mandatory HOA depends on the product. Detached single-family homes in this 1980s Cambridge Homes neighborhood often have no mandatory association or only a nominal one, while the attached townhome and condo units typically pay a monthly assessment for exterior and common-area upkeep. Confirm the association status, the dues, and what they cover from the seller's disclosure and the listing before writing an offer.
- What are property taxes like?
- Roughly $9,000 – $14,000 per year, depending on home size and value. Lake County assessor records are the source of truth. Happy to pull a specific bill on any home you're considering.
- When was Cambridge West built?
- Cambridge Homes built the community between 1980 and 1988.
- 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.
- When was Cambridge West built and by whom?
- Mostly across the 1980s (roughly the 1980 to 1988 window, with some sources citing a slightly wider span), developed by Cambridge Homes. Expect a mature, established neighborhood rather than new construction.
- What kinds of homes are in Cambridge West?
- A mix of detached single-family homes plus some attached townhome and condo units, built from the Cambridge Homes model catalog. Detached plans are commonly 3 to 4 bedrooms; sizes across all product run from roughly 1,200 square feet up into the mid-2,000s.
- Is there an HOA, and what does it cost?
- It depends on the home type. Detached single-family homes of this Mundelein vintage often have no mandatory HOA or only a minimal one, while the attached townhome and condo units typically do carry a monthly assessment. Confirm the association status, the dues, and what they cover from the seller's disclosure and the listing before you write an offer.
- What schools serve Cambridge West?
- High school is Mundelein Consolidated High School District 120. Elementary and middle school assignment in this part of Mundelein varies by address between Mundelein Elementary District 75 and Fremont District 79, so confirm the exact schools for a specific home with the district before relying on it.
- How is the commute and the train?
- Central Lake County location with access to IL-60, IL-83, and US-45. Mundelein has its own Metra station on the North Central Service line, and the higher-frequency Milwaukee District North line stops in nearby Libertyville and Grayslake.
- How are the property taxes?
- Lake County property taxes are relatively high, commonly an effective rate of roughly 2.0 to 2.7 percent of a home's value depending on the taxing district and exemptions. Verify the current rate and bill for a specific property with the Lake County Treasurer rather than estimating.
- Who is the real estate agent for Cambridge West?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers Cambridge West in Mundelein, 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 Cambridge West 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 Cambridge West
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
- Mundelein specialist
- Honest local market take
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Market snapshot
Cambridge West, 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
$317,450
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$469,000
Homes for sale right now
2
Avg time on market
25 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 4, 2025 through August 4, 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 Cambridge West
Where Cambridge West homes go to school
Homes in Cambridge West are most often zoned to Vernon Hills 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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