Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Fox Lake, IL
$290,000Median listing price
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About Fox Lake
Fox Lake (~10,800 residents, mostly in Lake County with a McHenry County portion) is the hub of the Chain O'Lakes — Illinois' busiest inland boating region. The village's identity is the water: marinas, boat launches, waterfront bars and restaurants along Grand Avenue and Rollins Road.
Home prices in Fox Lake
The median listing price in Fox Lake is $290,000.
Top places in Fox Lake
- Chain O'Lakes / Fox Lake
- Downtown Fox Lake
- Lakefront Park
- Grant Woods Forest Preserve
- Volo Bog State Natural Area
- Chain O'Lakes State Park
Commuting from Fox Lake
- Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N) Line; Fox Lake station (western terminus) in town to Chicago Union Station.
- Typical weekday train to Union Station: approximately 85–95 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~55–70 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~55 miles).
Fox Lake FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Fox Lake, IL?
The median listing price in Fox Lake is $290,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Fox Lake, IL?
Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N) Line; Fox Lake station (western terminus) in town to Chicago Union Station.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.