Crystal Lake · McHenry County · IL
Homes for sale in
Bayview Beach.
Homes for sale in Bayview Beach, Crystal Lake, IL. 2 closed in the last year. Built 1940-1984. Schools: District 155.
- Active listings
- 1
- Median list
- $499K
- Avg time on market
- 212 days
- Sold · last year
- 2
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period May 9, 2025 through May 9, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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About the community
Bayview Beach: 1940-1984 construction.
Bayview Beach is an unincorporated waterfront community in Crystal Lake built between 1940 and 1984, defined by direct Fox River access and a tight-knit, golf-cart-friendly neighborhood culture. Most homes sit on substantial lots with river frontage or near-river proximity, offering water recreation year-round (boating, fishing, kayaking, snowmobiling). The area has no HOA restrictions, giving owners flexibility for primary residence, weekend retreat, or rental use. Nearby dining and services cluster within 1, 4 miles, while Silver Creek Conservation Area and multiple playgrounds provide outdoor recreation without leaving the immediate vicinity.
At a glance
Built 1940–1984
Original construction era based on MRED listing records.
Single-family homes
Property type mix per current MRED listings.
~2,430 sqft typical
3-bedroom layouts dominate.
0.25-acre median lot
Compact lots, lower yard maintenance.
Schools
Elementary: District 46. High school: District 155.
Property taxes
Typical $7k-$7k/yr based on listed homes.
0.3 sales/month
9 homes closed here in the last 36 months.
Sells exactly at list
Median sale-to-list ratio across recent comps.
Conservation & Trails
Silver Creek Conservation Area (1.63 mi) offers 840 acres and 5 miles of walking trails for nature and birdwatching.
Waterfront Living
Most homes feature direct Fox River access with docks, piers, and sandy beach for year-round water recreation.
What’s close
Bayview Beach sits minutes from Route 176 and within easy reach of Crystal Lake's dining, shopping, and medical services. Schools, parks, and conservation areas are all within 2, 3 miles.
- Dining
- Carlos River Cafe (0.92 mi), Lucky Lulu's (1.17 mi), and Hunan Gourmet (1.24 mi) are all under 1.5 miles away.
- Grocery & Coffee
- Casa Lomeli's Coffee (1.42 mi) and Jewel-Osco locations (3.59, 3.73 mi) serve everyday shopping needs.
- Parks & Recreation
- Playground (0.76 mi), Silver Creek Conservation Area (1.63 mi) with 5 miles of nature trails, and The Doggie Paddle (1.2 mi) for pets.
- Schools
- Cotton Creek School (1.11 mi), Prairie Grove Elementary (2.11 mi), and Prairie Grove Junior High (2.16 mi) serve the area.
- Medical & Fitness
- Lake Immediate Care and Clinic (1.21 mi), Snap Fitness Island Lake (1.32 mi), and Crystal Lake Diagnostic Center (1.53 mi).
- Shopping
- Cary Square Shopping Center (3.78 mi) and Lakemoor Commons (4.5 mi) for larger retail needs.
- Transit
- Route 31 bus stops (3.32, 3.35 mi) provide regional connectivity.
Recent closed sales
What's selling in Bayview Beach.
Most-recent closed comps from MRED. Useful for sellers gauging listing price and for buyers calibrating offers.
| Address | Closed | Sold for | Beds / baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 Louise Street Crystal Lake | Mar 3, 2026 | $414,900 | 5br · 3ba | 3,456 |
Closed-sale data sourced from MRED. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Market snapshot
Bayview Beach, by the numbers
Live MRED data, refreshed daily. The numbers below tell you what this market is doing today, not what Zillow's algorithm thinks it might be doing six weeks from now.
Typical list price
$499,000
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$340,000
Homes for sale right now
1
Avg time on market
212 days
Sold in the last year
2
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period May 9, 2025 through May 9, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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