Crystal Lake · McHenry County · IL
Homes for sale in
Colby.
Homes for sale in Colby, Crystal Lake, IL. 4 closed in the last year. Built 1956-1969.
- Active listings
- 0
- Median list
- $0
- Avg time on market
- 0 days
- Sold · last year
- 4
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
Colby: 1956-1969 construction.
Colby is an established neighborhood in Crystal Lake built between 1956 and 1969, featuring single-family ranch homes on a modest scale. The subdivision sits in the heart of Crystal Lake, with direct access to downtown, schools, and transit options. Listing remarks consistently highlight proximity to Crystal Lake Central High School, Husmann Elementary, and the Metra train for commuters. The area offers walkable access to grocery stores (Jewel-Osco, Mariano's), dining (Thai, Vietnamese, Mexican, sushi), and shopping (Crystal Lake Plaza, The Commons). Homes in Colby have sold at a median price of $308,087 over the past year, with 4 closed sales in the last 12 months.
At a glance
Built 1956–1969
Original construction era based on MRED listing records.
0.2 sales/month
8 homes closed here in the last 36 months.
Sells 1.2% over ask
Median sale-to-list ratio across recent comps.
Commuter-Friendly
Multiple Metra bus stops within walking distance for easy access to regional transit.
School Proximity
Walking distance to both Crystal Lake Central High School and Husmann Elementary School.
What’s close
Colby sits in the heart of Crystal Lake with immediate access to schools, transit, dining, and shopping. Most daily needs are within a short walk or drive.
- Grocery & Markets
- Jewel-Osco (0.42 mi), Mariano's (0.48 mi), KD Fresh Market (0.33 mi), and L2 Food LLC (0.23 mi) nearby.
- Dining
- Krystal Thai (0.25 mi), Pho Royal (0.28 mi), Crystal Lake Buffet (0.32 mi), Las Cazuelitas (0.32 mi), Mr Sushi Company (0.33 mi).
- Schools
- Crystal Lake Central High School (0.39 mi), Husmann Elementary School (0.48 mi).
- Shopping
- Crystal Lake Plaza (0.31 mi), The Commons of Crystal Lake (0.44 mi), Target (1.03 mi), TJ Maxx (0.79 mi).
- Transit
- Multiple Metra bus stops within 0.44-0.49 mi on Virginia Road, Northwest Highway, and Main Street.
- Parks & Recreation
- 2 Hours of Freedom-Crystal Lake (0.34 mi), Veteran Acres Park (1.37 mi), Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center (1.33 mi).
- Coffee & Cafes
- Coco Rolls & Cloud Tea (0.32 mi), Starbucks (0.42 mi, 0.48 mi, 0.68 mi), 7 Brew Coffee (0.44 mi).
- Fitness
- Orangetheory Fitness (0.43 mi), VASA Fitness (0.52 mi), D1 Training Crystal Lake (0.62 mi).
Recent closed sales
What's selling in Colby.
Most-recent closed comps from MRED. Useful for sellers gauging listing price and for buyers calibrating offers.
| Address | Closed | Sold for | Beds / baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 407 Keith Avenue Crystal Lake | Dec 5, 2025 | $316,000 | 3br · 2.1ba | 1,320 |
| 321 Harold Street Crystal Lake | May 20, 2025 | $325,000 | 3br · 3ba | 2,352 |
Closed-sale data sourced from MRED. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Market snapshot
Colby, 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
$0
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$308,088
Homes for sale right now
0
Avg time on market
0 days
Sold in the last year
4
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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