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Moving to Port Barrington, IL
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About Port Barrington
Port Barrington (~1,600 residents, split between Lake and McHenry counties) is a small river community at the confluence of the Fox River and the Chain O'Lakes. Housing is a mix of riverfront homes, cottages, and modest subdivisions with a relaxed, boating-oriented feel.
Home prices in Port Barrington
Home prices in Port Barrington vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Port Barrington
- Fox River waterfront
- Village parks and river access.
- Nearby Fox River Grove downtown and Metra (~10 minutes).
- Nearby Barrington downtown (~15 minutes).
Commuting from Port Barrington
- No Metra station in the village; nearest is Fox River Grove or Barrington on the Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line (~10–15 minutes by car, approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~50–65 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent).
Port Barrington FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Port Barrington, IL?
Home prices in Port Barrington vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Port Barrington, IL?
No Metra station in the village; nearest is Fox River Grove or Barrington on the Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line (~10–15 minutes by car, approximate).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.