Real Estate in Crystal Lake, IL
A town with a downtown, two Metra stations, a lake and beach, and a mix of older homes and newer subdivisions.
Homes in Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake is one of the more older communities in McHenry County, in Chicago's northwest suburbs. It has about 40,000 residents (2020 census). It's a little bit of an older town, and the majority of its homes were built by 2009, with older neighborhoods and a mix of older homes and newer subdivisions.
Since 2023, new developments with builders have been drawing even more people to Crystal Lake.
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Downtown, the lake and the parks
Crystal Lake has a downtown with restaurants and shops, two Metra stations, and a beautiful lake with a beach. Two of the parks it's known for are Veterans Acre Park and the Three Oaks Recreation Area.
Getting around
Route 14 is the main road, and it takes you through the northwest suburbs, all the way to places like Palatine and Arlington Heights. Route 31 is another main corridor for Crystal Lake.
Depending on traffic and the time of day, it can take a little over an hour to an hour and a half to get to O'Hare. To downtown Chicago it can take over an hour and a half, and probably not less than about an hour and 10 minutes.
Schools
District 47 is the main elementary district, and Community High School District 155 is the high school district. There are three high schools in Crystal Lake. For ratings and boundaries, check the districts' own information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of homes are in Crystal Lake?
A mix of older homes and newer subdivisions in older neighborhoods. The majority of homes were built by 2009, and new developments with builders began in 2023.
What school districts serve Crystal Lake?
District 47 is the main elementary district, and Community High School District 155 is the high school district. There are three high schools in Crystal Lake.
What are the main roads in Crystal Lake?
Route 14 is the main road, and Route 31 is another main corridor.
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