Selling a house in McHenry, IL: no point-of-sale inspection

McHenry County, Illinois · Last checked November 2026

No point-of-sale rule

McHenry does not require a municipal inspection to sell a home.

What to expect instead

Without a city inspection, the buyer's own home inspection is what will surface problems. Lenders, title companies and state disclosure laws still apply. Ohio sellers still complete the state Residential Property Disclosure Form.

Who to call

Village of McHenry
815-363-2100
Official page

Housing in McHenry

Median year homes were built
1978
Median home value
$261,900
Owner-occupied homes
15,952 of 19,223 (83%)
Total housing units
19,909

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for McHenry township, McHenry County, Illinois.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a point-of-sale inspection to sell a house in McHenry, IL?

McHenry does not require a municipal inspection to sell a home.

Should I still get an inspection before listing?

A pre-listing inspection is optional, but it lets you find problems before a buyer's inspector does, and it gives you time to fix them or price them in.

How old are the homes in McHenry?

The median home in McHenry was built in 1978, and the median home value is $261,900, according to the Census Bureau's 2020-2024 American Community Survey.

Nearby: Chicago area

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Last checked November 2026. Rules and fees change by ordinance and resolution. Confirm with the municipality before you list. See something out of date? Report a change.