Lake and McHenry counties, Illinois
Island Lake Real Estate and Local Guide
A northwest Chicago suburb built around an artificial lake formed by damming Mutton Creek in the late 1920s, incorporated in 1952 after post-war growth. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Island Lake best.
About the area
Living in Island Lake, IL
The village describes itself as "A community of friendly people".
The housing market
Homes in Island Lake
- About 82% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 74% of housing units are detached single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $241,900.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Island Lake home
Island Lake
The village surrounds the namesake lake, which contains a small island
Village swim beaches
Brier Beach, South Shore Beach, Dorothy Beach, and Veterans Park Beach on the lake
Veterans Park
Village park with recreational facilities, including baseball diamonds
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.