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Welcome to Johnsburg!
The Village with Waterfront Real Estate, Community Values, and Neighborly Neighbors
A beautiful, quaint, and bustling community, the Village of Johnsburg, Illinois welcomes you to the neighborhood! There is something for everyone in our village. From gorgeous views along Pistakee Lake, to afternoons laughing with friends and family in the backyard, our village is right where you want to be.
Why Johnsburg?
Considering a trip to our neck of the woods, in McHenry County, Illinois? Perhaps you are seeking a new home that can make your dream of lakeside living a reality.
In Johnsburg, you can have it all.
With around 6,300 residents in the village, you have the opportunity to make great friendships and be part of a growing community. Our village is expanding economically and recreationally, but we’ll never lose sight of our heritage, or give up our connection with nature or hometown values.
Johnsburg is conveniently located for residents with interests of all kinds. Only a little over an hour to Chicago, Illinois and about 20 minutes to the Wisconsin border, you can easily travel in and out of the village. Of course, with a wide variety of local businesses, impeccable schools, and outstanding modern housing developments like Running Brook Farm and Remington Grove, you may never want to leave!
Lakeside Living in Johnsburg
There is so much beauty in the village of Johnsburg, and our lakeside living opportunities are prime examples.
Explore beautiful waterfront real estate in Johnsburg, and make your home or weekend retreat a sanctuary for relaxation, fun, and family time.
We are fortunate to be connected to the Fox River/Chain O’ Lakes waterway system, which provides recreational opportunities for families, an economic advantage for businesses, and some of the most spectacular views you will ever see.
Many of these breathtaking sights are found along the shores of Pistakee Lake, which connects with the Fox River and 14 other lakes, including Nippersink Lake, Fox Lake, Grass Lake, Petite Lake, Duck Lake, and Long Lake.
Strong Community Values
We refer to Johnsburg as, “A Hometown with Spirit.” This spirit rings true throughout the community. Our roots have only continued to strengthen since our village was first settled in 1841.
Spirit refers to the local values we hold near and dear to our hearts. We promote these community values and more in our village:
Kindness
Compassion
Hospitality
Volunteerism
A Hardworking Attitude
Diversity
Leadership
Communication
Collaboration
Participation
Resourcefulness
Johnsburg’s strong community values are perhaps best defined in our vision statement. Through our values, we continue to achieve prosperity. We work together, striving to reach our goals, while keeping our existing assets and natural resources protected.
A Friendly Place to Live
The people you interact with often define the community you choose. Johnsburg is among the most neighborly villages you will find, with people who are always ready to support your family and help when needed. Our residents are friendly and make a difference, simply by smiling and saying “hello.”
Friendly places to live are highly sought-after as more and more people want to find a forever home for their family. In Johnsburg, we make the grade when it comes to being a village where you can settle down. Outdoor activities, family fun and community events are what we are all about.
Johnsburg has always believed in a philosophy of “neighbor helping neighbor,” which is demonstrated through our daily activities, workplaces, and interactions with each other. There’s no better place to live than in a village that prides itself on outstanding neighborliness!
Visit Johnsburg, Illinois
We love Johnsburg and can talk about its attributes all day long. However, there is no substitute for visiting our wonderful village and experiencing it for yourself!
Visit us and see why so many people love living in Johnsburg. You can be proud to call this community home. To keep our wonderful village in mind, bookmark our blog and view our latest happenings by following us on Instagram and Facebook.
