Your Dream Home
Awaits in Volo
Volo is a young, growing village in western Lake County, home to the Volo Auto Museum and next door to the Volo Bog. We can help you find a home that fits your family.
See Why People Choose Volo — and Stay
Volo was incorporated in 1993 and is one of the younger villages in Lake County, with a young population and plenty of newer neighborhoods.
Living in Volo, Illinois
Volo became a village on April 26, 1993, and it covers about 4 square miles in Grant Township.
It's home to the Volo Auto Museum, and just outside the village is the Volo Bog State Natural Area, the first purchase of the Illinois Nature Conservancy.
The village is a young one: the median age was 34.5 at the 2020 Census, and nearly a third of residents were under 18.
U.S. Route 12 and Routes 59, 60 and 120 all run through Volo, making it easy to get around.
Find Your Fit — Volo Homes by Style
Single-Family Homes
The most common home type in Volo, 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 Volo
For many families, schools are where the search starts. Here's who serves Volo.
Big Hollow School District 38
- ●Serves elementary and middle school students
Grant Community High School or Wauconda CUSD 118
Depends on the address
- ●Grant Community High School
- ●Wauconda Community Unit School District 118
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 Volo — Beyond the Listings
If you're going to purchase on a home, you should know what's outside the front door.
Volo Auto Museum
- —A local landmark in the village
Volo Bog
- —Volo Bog State Natural Area, just outside the village
- —The first purchase of the Illinois Nature Conservancy
Getting Around
- —U.S. Route 12
- —Routes 59, 60 and 120
The Volo Real Estate Market
Real estate in Volo 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 Volo 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?
VoloRealEstate.com is the best and official website for Volo 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 VoloRealEstate.com has already decided where they want to live. That intent means faster offers and fewer tire-kickers.
The website that matters
VoloRealEstate.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 Volo-only inventory.
Deep local expertise
From school districts and commute times to neighborhood comps and community lifestyle — we cover Volo 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 Volo Home Worth?
Markets shift. Your home's value should be based on today's Volo data backed by expert real estate agents.
The Volo 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 Volo: What You Need to Know
Volo 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 Volo: higher than the state average
Volo Real Estate — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best real estate agent in Volo?
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 Volo. Reach him at (847) 909-2531.
How many people live in Volo?
Volo had 6,122 residents at the 2020 Census, across about 4.00 square miles in Lake County.
What ZIP codes cover Volo?
Volo addresses use 60073, 60020. Some ZIP codes are shared with neighboring towns, so we always confirm the municipality for a specific home.
Which schools serve Volo?
Younger students attend Big Hollow School District 38. High school students attend Grant Community High School or Wauconda CUSD 118, depending on the address. We'll confirm the district for any home you're considering.
Is Volo a seller's or buyer's market?
It changes with the season and with interest rates. Contact us for a current snapshot of the Volo market.
How do I find out what my Volo 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. Volo 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."
Volo Real Estate Agents
We are always looking for talented agents to join our team. Apply here.