Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Woodstock, IL
$419,950Median listing price
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About Woodstock
Woodstock (~25,000 residents) is the McHenry County seat, famous as the filming location of Groundhog Day. Its historic downtown square — one of the best-preserved in the Chicago suburbs — has the Woodstock Opera House, independent shops, and restaurants.
Home prices in Woodstock
The median listing price in Woodstock is $419,950.
Top places in Woodstock
- Woodstock Square Historic District
- Woodstock Opera House
- Downtown Woodstock shops and restaurants.
- Groundhog Days festival (February).
- Woodstock Farmers Market
Commuting from Woodstock
- Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Woodstock station downtown to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
- Typical weekday train to Ogilvie: approximately 95–105 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~65–80 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~60 miles).
Schools in Woodstock
Public schools: Woodstock Community Unit School District 200. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Woodstock FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Woodstock, IL?
The median listing price in Woodstock is $419,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Woodstock, IL?
Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line; Woodstock station downtown to Ogilvie Transportation Center. - Which school district serves Woodstock, IL?
Woodstock is served by Woodstock Community Unit School District 200. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.