Moving to Harvard, IL

About Harvard

Harvard (~9,400 residents) is a small city in northern McHenry County near the Wisconsin border. A former railroad town, it has a modest downtown and affordable housing — among the lowest prices in the Chicago suburbs.

Home prices in Harvard

The median listing price in Harvard is $349,900.

Top places in Harvard

• Downtown Harvard
• Harvard Milk Days
• Harvard Diggins Library and local parks.
• Nearby rural McHenry County countryside.

Commuting from Harvard

• Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Harvard station (western terminus) to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
• Typical weekday train to Ogilvie: approximately 100–110 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
• Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~75–90 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~65 miles).

Schools in Harvard

Public schools: Harvard Community Unit School District 50. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Harvard FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Harvard, IL?
  The median listing price in Harvard is $349,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Harvard, IL?
  Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Harvard station (western terminus) to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
• Which school district serves Harvard, IL?
  Harvard is served by Harvard Community Unit School District 50. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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