Crystal Lake Real Estate

Welcome to Crystal Lake, Illinois – a vibrant gem nestled in the heart of McHenry County. This charming city, known for its picturesque landscapes and friendly community, offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With its rich history dating back to the mid-1800s, Crystal Lake has evolved into a thriving hub that caters to families, professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

At the center of this delightful neighborhood is the stunning Crystal Lake itself, a 232-acre natural wonder that invites residents to enjoy a plethora of recreational activities. From boating and fishing in the summer to ice skating and sledding in the winter, the lake serves as a year-round playground for all ages. Surrounding the lake, you’ll find beautifully maintained parks, walking trails, and picnic areas, making it a great spot for family gatherings and outdoor adventures.

Crystal Lake boasts a vibrant downtown area filled with unique shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Whether you’re in the mood for a cozy café or a fine dining experience, you’ll find plenty of options to satisfy your culinary cravings. The community also hosts various events throughout the year, including farmers' markets, art fairs, and seasonal festivals, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie among residents.

Education is a priority in Crystal Lake, with highly-rated schools and a commitment to fostering a nurturing learning environment for children. The city’s convenient location, just an hour from Chicago, provides easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a small-town charm.

Discover the allure of Crystal Lake, where community spirit meets natural beauty, making it an ideal place to call home. Come explore the possibilities and find your perfect piece of this enchanting neighborhood!

Newest Listings in Crystal Lake

$499,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12793777 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Welcome to one of the most desirable locations in all of Crystal Lake - The Gates! Perfectly positioned between Crystal Lake, the Crystal Lake Country Club and the historic Dole Mansion, this home offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy the lake lifestyle without the lakefront price tag. Located just a block from the lake with access to private beaches through CCAPOA, you can spend your summers swimming, relaxing by the water and enjoying everything that makes this area so special. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout, and beautiful updates that give the home the perfect balance of modern comfort and timeless charm. All of the bathrooms have been gorgeously renovated, and the lovely kitchen is both stylish and inviting. One of the home's standout features is the beautiful sunroom, offering a bright and relaxing space to enjoy your morning coffee, curl up with a book or take in views of the backyard throughout the seasons. The finished basement provides even more living space and features a large, beautifully updated full bathroom - perfect for a recreation room, guest space, home office or whatever fits your lifestyle. Outside, enjoy a large, fully fenced yard with plenty of room to entertain, play or relax, plus a storage shed and spacious 2+ car garage. Homes in The Gates are special because you're not simply buying a house-you're buying into one of Crystal Lake's most sought-after lifestyles. Walk to the lake, enjoy private beach access, spend time at nearby Crystal Lake Country Club and take advantage of the events, grounds and charm of the Dole Mansion, all from one incredible location.

365 Hampshire Lane, Lakewood

$25,000

12788864 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Beautiful lot!

1322 Teakwood Lane, Crystal Lake

$349,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12788220 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

The Lake Life is calling! Amazing 4 Bedroom 2 Full Bath home located in Crystal Lake's sought-after West Beach area. This homes is freshly painted and updated throughout with nothing left to do but Enjoy this home and its prime location within walking distance to West Beach, parks, and neighborhood amenities. Boasting a spectacular sunroom with floor to ceiling windows, 2nd floor laundry room, closets galore, oversized 2.5 car garage.

1366 Dolo Rosa Vista, Crystal Lake

$1,295,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12786508 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Absolutely stunning custom ranch situated on a gorgeous large lot in "The Gates" of Lakewood. This is truly a gem, charming and sophisticated professionally appointed both inside and out and expanded and built by one of the most prestigious custom builders in the area. Every detail has been thought of and included! Stunning hand scraped beveled walnut flooring throughout the main living areas. Fantastic open layout with generous sized hallways and rooms! The chef's kitchen features a huge island with plenty of seating, a Subzero refrigerator plus a 36" Wolf Range, Fisher & Paykel drawer dishwasher and a great coffee bar with a beverage fridge and tons of custom cabinets for storage with gorgeous natural stone countertops. The kitchen is open to the dining and living room areas--great spaces for entertaining with a cozy buit-in window seat, a gas FP, a dry bar and sliders out to the wrap around porch. Adorable powder room with Restoration Hardware vanity. Huge mudroom with commercial washer and dryer, built-in lockers for plenty of storage, custom cabinets with quartz countertops, a laundry sink and a built-in window seat too! The primary is a spacious and beautiful retreat with an incredible marble tiled ensuite bathroom featuring double sinks, honed limestone counters, a huge marble glass shower with 2 shower heads, and a convenient shower bench. The primary also has glass doors to a private patio plus a roomy custom walk-in closet with plenty of built-ins. On the other wing of the house you will find a fantastic office with more custom built-ins, and 2 more generously sized bedrooms plus a gorgeous hall bath featuring beautiful Ann Sacks tile flooring, a large tub/shower, and double sinks with honed limestone countertops. The generous family room is at the back of the house and has vaulted ceilings with beautiful architectural beams and sliders out to the stunning 16 X 32 foot concrete salt water pool with an automatic pool cover all installed and maintained by Barrington Pools. A huge screened porch is just off of the kitchen and overlooks the pool area--with a portable heater the sellers use the porch up to 8 months of the year! Great heated 3 car garage with epoxy flooring, storage closet, access to the dry crawl, a convenient sink and a stairway to the huge attic space above the garage for even more storage. Truly this is a dream home! So many incredible touches, the lighting, the built-ins, Marvin Windows, plantation shutters, exposed brick, shiplap and many more upgraded materials! If you've been waiting for the perfect ranch in "The Gates" this is it--just move in and enjoy this amazing home and the fantastic lifestyle by the lake! The neighborhood has a voluntary association that included private beaches, boat ramp & parties on the lake! (Please exclude the stained glass primary bedroom door it will be replaced with a regular door. Please exclude the attached glass and metal console table in the entryway.)

335 Hampshire Lane, Lakewood

$1,850,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 12775121 MLS ⋅ PRICE CHANGE Status

Rarely does a lakefront home offer this exceptional combination of design, setting and versatility. Located on Crystal Lake's north shore, you'll enjoy sunny afternoons, lake breezes and your own private sandy beach! Built in 2010 by Manchester Builders, this beautifully appointed residence captures sweeping lake views from its dramatic great room, where a wall of windows allow sunshine & the lake's widest views in! The thoughtfully designed main level features a first-floor office, laundry room and full bath, while the second floor offers a luxurious primary suite complete with expansive spa shower and dual vanities, two additional bedrooms and a Jack-and-Jill bath. The spectacular walkout lower level adds a large family room, private bedroom & full bath-perfect for guests, or extended living. An oversized garage has heat & water, and offers exceptional flexibility with room for 3-4 vehicles, recreational toys, a workshop/hobby area or just abundant storage. New landscaping and hardscape by Countryside Nursery. An extraordinary opportunity to enjoy sophisticated lakefront living with a floor plan designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining!

937 N Shore Drive, Crystal Lake

$25,000

12771992 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

5 Lots - Opportunity to Build 2 Homes! Explore the potential of this five-lot package in Crystal Lake! A great opportunity for builders, investors, or buyers looking to create their own space. All five parcels are being sold together, offering the potential to build two homes. Buyer to verify.

8724 Hillcrest Avenue, Crystal Lake

$82,500

12775618 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Autumn Ridge at Woodland Hills! Lot 181 offers approximately .55 acres in the desirable Village of Lakewood. This spacious homesite provides plenty of opportunity to design and build your custom home with the convenience of city sewer and water and paved streets already in place. Enjoy an established custom-home community in a peaceful setting convenient to shopping, dining, recreation, golf and everyday amenities. Crystal Lake schools. Recorded covenants require minimum home sizes of 2,500 sq. ft. for a one-story, 2,800 sq. ft. for a 11/2-story and 3,000 sq. ft. for a two-story home, plus a minimum 3-car attached garage. Bring your own builder or reach out for builder recommendations.

Lot 181 Red Leaf Circle, Lakewood

$82,500

12775597 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Autumn Ridge at Woodland Hills! Lot 192 offers approximately .61 acres in the desirable Village of Lakewood and features a homesite that can support a lookout/English basement orientation, offering the opportunity for additional natural light and flexibility when designing your custom home. Enjoy a generously sized homesite along with the convenience of city sewer and water in an established custom-home community. Autumn Ridge at Woodland Hills offers spacious homesites and an attractive residential setting while remaining convenient to shopping, dining, recreation and everyday amenities. Located within Crystal Lake schools. Recorded covenants provide minimum home sizes of 2,500 sq. ft. for a one-story home, 2,800 sq. ft. for a 11/2-story home and 3,000 sq. ft. for a two-story home, along with a minimum 3-car attached garage. Bring your plans and explore the possibilities for creating a custom home designed around this beautiful homesite. Bring your own builder or reach out for builder recommendations.

Lot 192 Red Leaf Circle, Lakewood

$84,500

12775628 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Autumn Ridge at Woodland Hills! Lot 172 offers approximately .57 acres in the desirable Village of Lakewood, providing a generously sized homesite with plenty of opportunity to design and build your custom home. Enjoy the convenience of city sewer and water and paved streets already in place. Autumn Ridge at Woodland Hills is an established custom-home community in a peaceful setting convenient to shopping, dining, recreation, golf and everyday amenities. Crystal Lake schools. Recorded covenants require minimum home sizes of 2,500 sq. ft. for a one-story, 2,800 sq. ft. for a 11/2-story and 3,000 sq. ft. for a two-story home, plus a minimum 3-car attached garage. Bring your own builder or reach out for builder recommendations.

Lot 172 Red Leaf Circle, Lakewood

$74,500

12774635 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Autumn Ridge at Woodland Hills! Lot 154 offers approximately .57 acres in the desirable Village of Lakewood and features a homesite that can support a walkout basement orientation-an excellent opportunity to take advantage of the lot's natural grade when designing your custom home. Enjoy the space of a generously sized homesite along with the convenience of city sewer and water and paved streets already in place. Autumn Ridge at Woodland Hills is an established custom-home community offering spacious homesites in a peaceful setting while remaining convenient to shopping, dining, recreation, golf and everyday amenities. The community is served by Crystal Lake schools. Recorded covenants provide minimum home sizes of 2,500 sq. ft. for a one-story home, 2,800 sq. ft. for a 11/2-story home and 3,000 sq. ft. for a two-story home, along with a minimum 3-car attached garage. Bring your own builder or reach out for builder recommendations.

Lot 154 Red Leaf Circle, Lakewood

$1,199,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12774773 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

SOME HOMES CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS. A HOME ON CRYSTAL LAKE CHANGES HOW YOU LIVE. With 50 feet of direct Crystal Lake frontage, a private 76-foot FLOE pier and water access from the backyard, this beautifully renovated Crystal Lake waterfront home offers approximately 2,727 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Tucked away on a quiet road and surrounded by mature trees, the home has beautiful lake views from the primary suite, sunroom, upstairs bedrooms and lake-facing balcony. Spend summer days boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding right from your backyard. In the winter, enjoy ice skating and ice fishing on the lake. The paver patio and firepit area offer plenty of space to relax and entertain by the water, while the newer lake-facing balcony provides stunning lake and western sunset views. Inside, the home has been extensively renovated while keeping its original cottage character. Hardwood floors, a Craftsman-style staircase, built-in shelving and drawers, glass door knobs add charm. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, upgraded cabinetry, a tile backsplash, custom range hood, Bosch dishwasher, Big Chill range, drawer microwave, refrigerator and disposal. The all season sunroom has updated tile, a wall of sliding glass doors and beautiful views of Crystal Lake. The living room and dining room provide additional space for entertaining. The private first-floor primary suite was completed in 2021 and features a vaulted ceiling, wide lake views and two walk-in closets. Pocket doors open to a stunning luxury bathroom with heated floors. The freestanding pedestal soaking tub sits in front of a large picture window overlooking the lake. The bath also includes an oversized glass-enclosed steam shower with a built-in bench, two vanities and a seated makeup area. An additional main-level room with barn doors offers flex space to be used as a separate dining room, second living room, home office or another bedroom. A renovated full guest bathroom featuring Swarovski Crystal faucet knobs is also on the main level. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and another renovated full bath. This home provides a great layout with the option for multigenerational living or guests. Main-level laundry and a full basement provide convenience and plenty of storage. Updates include all-new plumbing and renovated kitchen and bathrooms in 2018, a sump pump and 50-gallon water heater in 2019, sunroom sliders in 2020, partial roof replacement, gutters and downspouts, ejector pump, backup sump pump and boiler circulating pump in 2021, paver patio in 2022, Generac generator in 2023, lake-facing balcony in 2024, laundry room in 2026 and washer and dryer 2025. The detached 2-car garage offers additional storage and EV charging. Close to downtown Crystal Lake, Metra, highly rated Crystal Lake schools, parks, beaches, shopping and dining. Enjoy the farmers market, concerts at the beach and Crystal Lake community events throughout the year. Crystal Lake shoreline is limited, and opportunities like this do not come along often.

1153 N Shore Drive, Crystal Lake

$175,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12772095 MLS ⋅ PRICE CHANGE Status

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! This 2-bedroom ranch sits on a dead-end street with direct access to Lippold Park, one of the largest recreational parks in Crystal Lake, offering immediate connection to walking & bike trails, multiple athletic fields, ponds, a dog park, & year-round outdoor amenities. The home also includes lake rights to Crystal Lake, just minutes away, adding recreational value without added distance. Inside, a large unfinished loft provides meaningful additional square footage & flexibility for future expansion, workspace, or storage. The fenced backyard supports everyday functionality with a storage shed & defined outdoor space, while the expanded driveway allows for additional parking for multi-vehicle households or guests.

105 Edgewood Avenue, Crystal Lake

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