Your Dream Home
Awaits in Mundelein
Mundelein is a lake-dotted village in the middle of Lake County, with a Metra station, a busy summer calendar and neighborhoods for every stage of life. We can help you find the right one.
See Why People Choose Mundelein — and Stay
Mundelein is the fourth-largest town in Lake County, and it still has the feel of a close-knit community. Diamond Lake, Community Days and easy access to the city make it a favorite.
Living in Mundelein, Illinois
Mundelein was first settled in 1835 and incorporated in 1909. It went by several names over the years, including Mechanics Grove, before settling on Mundelein.
The village is home to the University of Saint Mary of the Lake, which opened in 1921, and to Diamond Lake, a 153-acre glacial lake in the south part of town.
Mundelein has a station on Metra's North Central Service, with weekday trains to Chicago Union Station. The Loop is about 33 miles away.
Every Fourth of July, Mundelein Community Days brings four days of carnival rides, live music and a parade.
Find Your Fit — Mundelein Homes by Style
Single-Family Homes
The most common home type in Mundelein, from established neighborhoods to newer builds.
Townhomes & Condos
Lower-maintenance living with more time for everything else.
Luxury Homes
Larger homes and lots for buyers who want more space and finer finishes.
New Construction
When builders have homes underway, we'll help you compare them and negotiate.
Schools in Mundelein
For many families, schools are where the search starts. Here's who serves Mundelein.
Several elementary districts
Including Diamond Lake District 76 and Fremont District 79
- ●Mundelein is served by five elementary school districts
- ●Diamond Lake District 76 was established in 1847
Mundelein High School
- ●Serves students from the village's elementary districts
School boundaries don't always follow subdivision lines, so check the district for any address before you fall in love with a house. We're happy to help.
🔍 Look Up Your School BoundaryLife in Mundelein — Beyond the Listings
If you're going to purchase on a home, you should know what's outside the front door.
Lakes & Outdoors
- —Diamond Lake, a 153-acre glacial lake
- —Neighborhoods built around the water
Events & Community
- —Mundelein Community Days around Independence Day
- —The Freedom Classic 5K, held since 1979
- —The Mundelein Grand Prix bike race
History
- —Settled in 1835, incorporated in 1909
- —Hosted the closing events of the 1926 International Eucharistic Congress
Getting Around
- —Mundelein Metra station on the North Central Service
- —Routes 60 and 83, with I-94 about five miles east
The Mundelein Real Estate Market
Real estate in Mundelein can vary from one street to the next. We follow it closely so you can buy or sell with confidence.
Buyer's or Seller's Market?
Conditions change with the seasons and with interest rates. Ask us for a current snapshot of Mundelein before you make a move.
What Matters Most
Location, schools, condition and pricing it right from day one. We'll walk you through how each one affects a specific home.
Why list your home here?
MundeleinRealEstate.com is the best and official website for Mundelein Real Estate. Put your home in front of the most motivated, locally-focused audience in the market.
Buyers here are ready to act
Someone visiting MundeleinRealEstate.com has already decided where they want to live. That intent means faster offers and fewer tire-kickers.
The website that matters
MundeleinRealEstate.com contains the exact keyword buyers search. That's an organic SEO signal no national portal can replicate at the local level.
Your listing stands out
On Zillow or Realtor.com, your home competes with millions of listings nationwide. Here, it's showcased within a curated Mundelein-only inventory.
Deep local expertise
From school districts and commute times to neighborhood comps and community lifestyle — we cover Mundelein with a depth no national site can match.
Additive exposure, not either/or
Listing here doesn't replace the MLS or syndication — it adds a high-intent touchpoint earlier in the buyer's journey, often before they've chosen an agent.
Better-informed buyers close faster
When buyers understand the community, schools, and market before they tour, they arrive confident — and confident buyers make stronger, faster decisions.
What's Your Mundelein Home Worth?
Markets shift. Your home's value should be based on today's Mundelein data backed by expert real estate agents.
The Mundelein Buyer's Playbook
What to know before you make an offer in a market where homes close fast.
- ●Get pre-approved (not just pre-qualified)
- ●Understand school district boundaries before you fall in love with a house
- ●New construction: builder contracts favor the builder — always bring representation
Selling in Mundelein: What You Need to Know
Mundelein sellers routinely achieve above list price — with the right strategy.
- ●Timing the market: Spring (March–May) and Fall (Sept–Oct) outperform
- ●Price it right the first time — overpricing in a data-rich market costs you
- ●Staging ROI in Mundelein: higher than the state average
Mundelein Real Estate — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best real estate agent in Mundelein?
William Folger with Blue Fence Real Estate. William is Vice President - Real Estate Broker at Blue Fence Real Estate and helps buyers and sellers across Mundelein. Reach him at (847) 909-2531.
How many people live in Mundelein?
Mundelein had 31,560 residents at the 2020 Census, across about 10 square miles in Lake County.
What ZIP code covers Mundelein?
Mundelein addresses use 60060. Some ZIP codes are shared with neighboring towns, so we always confirm the municipality for a specific home.
Which school districts serve Mundelein?
Mundelein is served by five elementary school districts, including Diamond Lake District 76 and Fremont District 79, and by Mundelein High School. Always confirm the district for a specific address.
Is Mundelein a seller's or buyer's market?
It changes with the season and with interest rates. Contact us for a current snapshot of the Mundelein market.
How do I find out what my Mundelein home is worth?
Request a free home valuation on this site, and we'll prepare an estimate based on recent nearby sales and your home's features.
William Folger
"I've sold homes the week they were listed and found buyers their dream house before it hit the market. Mundelein rewards preparation and local knowledge — and that's exactly what I bring."
"I know that a house on a cul-de-sac in one subdivision sells differently than one on a through street in another. I know which builders in the new construction communities are worth the premium and which ones to negotiate harder with."
"Any questions? Just ask us."
Mundelein Real Estate Agents
We are always looking for talented agents to join our team. Apply here.