McHenry County Homes under $400,000

Welcome to McHenry County, Illinois – a hidden gem that beautifully marries the charm of small-town living with the convenience of modern amenities. Nestled just 50 miles northwest of Chicago, this picturesque county is known for its stunning natural landscapes, vibrant communities, and a rich tapestry of history that beckons both new residents and visitors alike.

McHenry County boasts an array of outdoor recreational opportunities, from the serene shores of the Chain O' Lakes to the lush trails of the McHenry County Conservation District. Whether you’re an avid hiker, a water sports enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys a leisurely stroll in nature, this county has something to offer everyone.

For those seeking a new home, McHenry County presents an enticing selection of properties under $400,000. Here, you’ll find charming single-family homes, cozy townhouses, and spacious condos that cater to a variety of lifestyles and budgets. Many of these homes are nestled in family-friendly neighborhoods, complete with parks, schools, and community events that foster a sense of belonging.

Living in McHenry County means embracing a community-oriented lifestyle while enjoying easy access to nearby urban conveniences. With excellent schools, a thriving local economy, and a plethora of dining and shopping options, it’s no wonder that more people are choosing to call this vibrant area home.

Discover your dream home in McHenry County today, where affordable living meets the beauty of nature and the warmth of community!

Newest McHenry County Homes under $400,000

$375,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12776727 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Welcome home to Wonder Lake! This beautifully updated SPACIOUS ranch offers an inviting open-concept floor plan, abundant natural lighting, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main living area. The updated kitchen features generous cabinets and counter space, stainless steel appliances, and convenient access to the first-floor laundry and attached garage. The spacious primary suite offers a private bath complete with a whirlpool tub and separate stand-up shower. A second full bath is conveniently located on the main level, providing a total of two full baths upstairs. The finished lower level truly expands the living space, featuring high ceilings with recessed lighting, a huge family room, two additional oversized bonus rooms, each with its own closet and an additional full bath in one. Whether you need space for entertaining, recreation, guests, a home office, or hobbies, this versatile level offers endless possibilities. An additional storage room provides even more valuable space. Enormous, versatile workshop area designed to accommodate extensive equipment, tools, projects, and recreational needs. Step outside onto the beautiful rear deck and enjoy the peaceful setting overlooking private land. Beach rights are included, offering an added opportunity to enjoy all that Wonder Lake has to offer. The attached two-car/truck garage is a standout feature, with high ceilings, heat, epoxy flooring, and abundant shelving. It's an ideal space for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or a workshop. Driveway has been extended to fit extra cars, boats and toys. This lovely home is Move-in ready and thoughtfully designed with space, functionality, and comfort in mind, this home offers an incredible combination of updates and versatility. Electric Dog fence available. Don't miss your opportunity to make this Wonder Lake home your own! Please note: The property is equipped with video surveillance.

3118 Edgewood Drive, Wonder Lake

$364,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12776531 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Here is your affordable opportunity to get into the highly sought upon Foxmoor subdivision! Traditional 2 story 3 bedroom Winchester model with 1.5 baths supports a logical floorplan that flows. Great entertaining space in the eat-in kitchen that unites with the family room with gas fireplace! Kitchen has been tastefully decorated and sports stainless steel appliances including the chef's favorite VIKING RANGE! Few worries as the roof and hot water heater have been recently replaced. Two car attached garage provides convenience as the unfinished basement offers a blank slate with countless possibilities. Located in close walking proximity to top rated Algonquin Road School, Foxmoor Park & ponds, and downtown FRG/Metra! Here's your chance to get a deal - just bring your decorative visions and make this house your HOME!

221 Foxmoor Road, Fox River Grove

$235,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12776236 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Bright, Charming & Move-In Ready! Welcome to this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home offering easy one-level living, abundant natural light, and a spacious backyard with patio. Featuring a detached 1-car garage, additional parking, wood laminate flooring throughout, and a convenient location near Randall Road shopping, dining, major routes, and Metra access. Step inside to a sun-filled living room with a large picture window, a functional kitchen with included appliances, and a generous dining area perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Outside, enjoy a great-sized yard and patio with plenty of room to relax, entertain, or create your own outdoor retreat. Comfort, convenience, and charm-all in one great package. Don't miss this opportunity!

1118 Sycamore Street, Lake In The Hills

$230,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12776291 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

WHAT A STEAL IN CRYSTAL LAKE!! House was appraised for $263K so come get in with all this equity while you still have the chance. Opportunity awaits with this solid ranch home on a rare double lot (125' x 50')! This home offers great bones and is ready for your personal touches. While cosmetic updates are needed, many of the major improvements have already been completed, making it the perfect opportunity to build equity. Features include hardwood floors in the living room, heated slate flooring in the kitchen and bath, stainless steel appliances, a stone backsplash, breakfast bar, and updated cabinetry. Recent improvements include new plumbing, new water heater, a new deck, and a beautiful front stone walkway. The spacious double lot provides plenty of room to expand, entertain, garden, extend driveway, build a garage, add an addition or simply enjoy the extra outdoor space. Storage shed included. Convenient location close to the train, shopping, and restaurants. Double lot includes second PIN: 19-04-127-005.

24 John Street, Crystal Lake

$189,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12774747 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Quaint with all the essentials. 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Living room, Dining Room, Kitchen. Laundry area in basement. 1 car detached garage with 2 car driveway space. Vinyl siding, vinyl replacement windows, newer roof.

301 W Blackman Street, Harvard

$285,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12774611 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Beautiful, turnkey end-unit townhome backing to lush open space! Enjoy a bright, spacious living room with abundant windows and a cozy fireplace. The main level features new LVP flooring, a recently updated open-concept kitchen with generous counter space and new recessed lighting, plus a dining area with a slider to the spacious patio. A half bath and direct access to the two-car garage complete the level. Upstairs, new carpet leads to two bedrooms, ample closet space, and a full laundry room. The impressive primary suite features vaulted ceilings, abundant windows, two large walk-in closets, and a beautifully renovated bath with a soaking tub and separate shower. The furnace and AC have also been recently replaced. Set in a desirable spot within the community, this home offers a large side yard and peaceful natural views behind-so you can relax outdoors without looking into a neighbor's windows. Convenient to shopping, Peterson Park and Beach, restaurants, entertainment, and recreation. Low taxes and association fees make this home even more appealing. Don't miss your chance to see it!

2301 Evergreen Circle, Mchenry

$335,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12753441 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Rare opportunity directly across from Cornish Park and the Fox River. This spacious 4-bedroom home blends the craftsmanship of an older build with a layout suited to today's buyers. A main-level bedroom offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or just convenience for someone not looking to navigate stairs all day. Upstairs, two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, and the expansive primary includes an adjoining bonus room, offering the potential to add a full master bath and walk-in closet which would transform the already large primary into a complete master suite. Solid bones and well-maintained mechanicals let the next owner focus on personalizing the space. Steps to downtown Algonquin's Main Street for tons of dining and entertainment options, with river views, park access, and the Prairie Path right outside your door. A rare chance to bring your vision to a piece of Algonquin's history in one of the area's most desirable settings.

204 La Fox River Drive, Algonquin

$370,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12775010 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Gracious two-story home on a fabulous fenced lot backing onto a beautiful quarry, offering privacy and nature for all to enjoy while relaxing on a brick patio and deck with a fire pit for those cool Fall evenings! This home has been lovingly maintained, with most updates already done for you! Freshly painted throughout, with newer carpeting and beautiful custom solid wood doors and trim. A generous primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and an amazing updated oversized shower with rainfall, handheld, and body sprays; the guest bathroom and half-bath have also been beautifully updated! Newer laminate floors, plus a second-floor laundry room everyone would love! The kitchen, with stainless appliances, an island, and an eat-in area, boasts beautiful, private backyard views! The family room features a lovely gas-log fireplace, a bay window, and hardwood floors. A great finished basement to retreat to, with a dry bar and an oversized heated garage with new doors and quiet-drive openers! Most windows have been replaced. Steps to the neighborhood park, lake & beach rights to beautiful Griswold Lake...launch your small boat there, or use the launch to the Fox River, right around the corner! Enjoy downtown McHenry: fabulous restaurants, music, shopping, a river walk, and a train station; close to the Cary train station, too! Summertime fun on the "Heart of the Fox." Listing agent related to seller.

1502 Sunset Drive, Holiday Hills

$269,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12775928 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Welcome to this charming brick bungalow in Woodstock! 3 bedrooms. 1.5 bath. Harwood floors, an enormous finish attic bedroom. Home offers classic character and comfortable living. The spacious layout provides plenty of space for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of a 2-car garage plus a shed for additional storage. Ideally located close to schools, the Metra train station, and Woodstock's historic Square, making commuting, shopping, dining, and enjoying everything downtown Woodstock has to offer easy and convenient. A great opportunity to own a solid brick home in a fantastic location, come see all this property has to offer! Sold As Is

867 Clay Street, Woodstock

$330,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12768469 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Life feels a little different when the garden is your backdrop and the lake is just across the street. Beautifully positioned on a corner lot in Wonder Lake, this inviting three-bedroom, two-bath home offers the kind of setting where your everyday unfolds naturally. Inside, natural hardwood flooring brings warmth throughout the home, complemented by warm-toned cabinetry, stone-look countertops and a tiled kitchen backsplash. Large sliding glass doors open onto the timber deck for sunset views casting over the lake creating an easy transition to the beautifully landscaped backyard. Outside, mature trees provide shade and privacy, while colorful gardens, raised planting beds and established lawns give the yard a whole bunch of character. A spacious deck offers a natural spot for morning coffee or evenings outdoors, while the detached storage shed adds convenient extra space. Thoughtful updates bring even more peace of mind, including a newer furnace, newer air conditioning, and newer roof. With the lake, beach area and boat launch just down the street, you'll enjoy an enviable combination of everyday comfort, outdoor appeal and an enviable location. Welcome Home!

5104 E Lake Shore Drive, Wonder Lake

$399,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12775792 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Beautifully updated and move-in-ready, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath ranch sits on a spacious 2/3-acre lot with a circular driveway and freshly sealcoated pavement. The bright sunroom offers a comfortable place to relax while overlooking the backyard. Inside, an open layout connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops and newer appliances, while wood flooring runs through the living and dining spaces. Both bedrooms have newer carpet, and the main-level bathroom has also been updated. The finished basement provides substantial additional living space with a large family room, full bathroom, and separate bonus room ideal for an office, gym, craft room, or guest space. Basement carpeting was replaced in 2025. Outside, the large, fully fenced backyard features a cedar fence, expansive paver patio, and separate fire pit area. Additional improvements completed in 2023 include the roof, windows, interior paint, countertops, appliances, and main-level flooring. Conveniently located near parks, Metra, downtown Crystal Lake, shopping, and dining. Schedule your showing today!

7302 Hillside Road, Crystal Lake

$325,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12775592 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Welcome to this well-maintained private end-unit townhome near Historic Downtown Huntley with Reed Road Campus schools, featuring 2 bedrooms, a versatile loft, updated kitchen, vaulted ceilings, and a finished lookout/walkout basement. The spacious living room offers vaulted ceilings and a skylight, creating a bright, open feel. A walkout deck provides the perfect spot for morning coffee, relaxing, or entertaining, while the end-unit location offers added privacy. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, custom upper cabinets, a custom spice rack, newer sink and lighting, and all-new appliances replaced between 2023-2024. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, a shared hall bathroom, and a flexible loft that can be used as a home office, study, reading area, or additional sitting space. The finished lookout/walkout basement provides valuable additional room for a recreation area, home gym, hobbies, or entertaining. Numerous improvements have been completed, including a new roof and skylight (2023), new LVP flooring throughout the first floor (2023), updated bathroom floors (2023), kitchen quartz countertops (2022), kitchen sink and lighting (2022), bathroom mirrors and lighting (2020), deck stairs (2017), and new front windows (2026). With its desirable end-unit location, functional floor plan, private outdoor space, flexible loft, finished basement, and extensive improvements, this townhome is ready to welcome its next owner. Blocks away from Downtown Huntley shopping and restaurants, Huntley Library, and newly renovated Ol'Timers park and playground.

11199 Douglas Avenue, Huntley

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