McHenry Commons
3717 Municipal Dr,
McHenry, IL 60050
$588 - $1,515
1-2 Beds
Mchenry
McHenry, IL Area Guide
Enjoy small-town delights and outdoor recreation with big-city access
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Scenic
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Historic
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Active
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Riverside
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Vibrant
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Growing
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Charming
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Accessible
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Nicknamed the “Heart of the Fox,” McHenry rests along the banks of the Fox River about 50 miles northwest of Chicago. McHenry manages to maintain its small-town charm despite rapid growth. McHenry’s small-town charm is most evident in its three downtown areas located on Main Street, Green Street, and Riverside Drive consisting of numerous quaint shops, cafes, and restaurants in historic buildings.
McHenry offers abundant recreational opportunities, with convenient access to a host of parks, lakes, and athletic fields. Shopping options in McHenry are diverse, ranging from unique boutiques downtown to national retailers in the Shops at Fox River. Getting around from McHenry is easy with access to Routes 120 and 31 as well as Pace buses and a Metra station.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Mchenry, IL is $1,384 for a studio, $1,433 for one bedroom, $1,630 for two bedrooms, and $1,858 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mchenry has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,433/month
838 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly McHenry, IL is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
43
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
1
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
44
/ 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Schools
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Grades K-5
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Grades PK-5
Public
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Grades 6-8
Mchenry High School-West Campus
Public
Grades 9-12
1,537 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
649 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stickney Run
- Moraine Hills State Park
- Harrison Benwell Conservation Area
- Volo Bog State Natural Area
- Prairieview Education Center/Silver Creek Conservation Area
Airports
- Chicago O'Hare International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.