Vintage homes are a major part of the character of this charming home-town community. Residents and city government take great pains to preserve Crystal Lake's heritage.

There is new building going on here, too. No matter what you prefer in style, materials, and amenities you'll find your dream home here.

Life can get complicated - families are busy, but here in Crystal Lake the community takes time out to enjoy the warm, comforting traditions that bind neighbors and families together.

"My dear, if you think life in a small city is uneventful, then you should see the kind of egg-citement we can generate."

It isn't unusual, particularly in historic Downtown Crystal Lake, to see fine vintage buildings under renovation. Crystal Lake is part of Governor Edgar's Main Street USA Program that encourages refurbishing and preservation of architectural legacies.

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