Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Cary, IL
$375,000Median listing price
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About Cary
Cary (~18,000 residents) is a village on the Fox River with a genuine downtown along Main Street — local shops, restaurants, and a Metra station in town. Housing is a mix of older homes near downtown, riverfront properties, and subdivisions — affordable for a Metra-served suburb.
Home prices in Cary
The median listing price in Cary is $375,000.
Top places in Cary
- Downtown Cary
- Fox River
- Cary Metra station.
- Cary Park District facilities and the Kraus Senior Center area.
Commuting from Cary
- Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Cary station in town to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
- Typical weekday train to Ogilvie: approximately 75–85 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~50–65 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent).
Cary FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Cary, IL?
The median listing price in Cary is $375,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Cary, IL?
Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Cary station in town to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.