Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Richmond, IL
$574,900Median listing price
McHenryArea
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About Richmond
Richmond (~2,100 residents) is a village in northern McHenry County near the Wisconsin border, with a genuine small downtown along Broadway — local shops, restaurants, and historic buildings. Housing is affordable — older homes near downtown, modest subdivisions, and rural properties.
Home prices in Richmond
The median listing price in Richmond is $574,900.
Top places in Richmond
- Downtown Richmond
- Richmond Memorial Hall and local parks.
- Nearby Chain O'Lakes recreation (~15 minutes).
Commuting from Richmond
- No Metra station in the village; nearest is Fox Lake (Milwaukee District North, western terminus) (~15–20 minutes by car, approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~65–80 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent).
Richmond FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Richmond, IL?
The median listing price in Richmond is $574,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Richmond, IL?
No Metra station in the village; nearest is Fox Lake (Milwaukee District North, western terminus) (~15–20 minutes by car, approximate).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.