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Moving to Fox River Grove, IL
$369,000Median listing price
McHenryArea
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About Fox River Grove
Fox River Grove (~5,200 residents, mostly in McHenry County with a Lake County portion) is a small village on the Fox River with a genuine downtown along Northwest Highway — local shops, restaurants, and the village's riverfront character. Housing is a mix of older homes near downtown, riverfront properties, and subdivisions — affordable for the area with a Metra station in town.
Home prices in Fox River Grove
The median listing price in Fox River Grove is $369,000.
Top places in Fox River Grove
- Downtown Fox River Grove
- Fox River
- Village parks along the river.
- Nearby Cary downtown (~5 minutes).
Commuting from Fox River Grove
- Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Fox River Grove station in town to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
- Typical weekday train to Ogilvie: approximately 65–75 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~45–60 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent).
Fox River Grove FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Fox River Grove, IL?
The median listing price in Fox River Grove is $369,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Fox River Grove, IL?
Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Fox River Grove station in town to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.