Crystal Lake · McHenry County · IL
Homes for sale in
Sterling Estates.
Homes for sale in Sterling Estates, Crystal Lake, IL. 6 closed in the last year. Built 1992-1993.
- Active listings
- 0
- Median list
- $0
- Avg time on market
- 0 days
- Sold · last year
- 6
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
Sterling Estates: 1992-1993 construction.
Sterling Estates is a 1992, 1993 subdivision in Crystal Lake offering two-story and split-level homes built on a foundation of solid construction. The neighborhood sits within reach of downtown Crystal Lake's dining and shopping corridor, award-winning schools including Woods Creek Elementary, and multiple parks within walking distance. Listing remarks consistently highlight spacious floor plans, vaulted ceilings, and well-maintained properties across the community. The area balances suburban quiet with convenient access to Metra transit, local amenities, and the broader McHenry County market.
At a glance
Built 1992–1993
Original construction era based on MRED listing records.
0.3 sales/month
10 homes closed here in the last 36 months.
Sells 0.1% over ask
Median sale-to-list ratio across recent comps.
Mature Trees & Wildlife
Established landscaping with fall color and year-round wildlife sightings noted throughout the community.
Median Closed Price
Recent sales in Sterling Estates have closed at a median of $375,000 over the past 12 months.
What’s close
Sterling Estates sits minutes from Crystal Lake's downtown dining and shopping, award-winning schools, and multiple parks. Transit access, grocery options, and recreational facilities are all within a short drive.
- Parks & Recreation
- Four Colonies Park is 0.38 mi away; Ken Carpenter Park and Lake in the Hills Fen Conservation Area are under 2 mi.
- Schools
- Woods Creek Elementary School is 0.69 mi away; Haber Oaks Campus School is 1.05 mi.
- Dining
- Mario's Cart Food Trucks & Catering (0.93 mi), Little Rice (1.12 mi), Antioch Pizza Shop (1.12 mi), and Tony's Cafe (1.13 mi) are all within walking distance.
- Grocery & Shopping
- Dole Farmers' Market (1.62 mi), Mariano's (2.12 mi), and Dartmoor Plaza Shopping Center (1.13 mi) serve everyday needs.
- Coffee & Cafes
- Starbucks (1.37 mi) and Lake Roots (2.09 mi) are nearby for quick stops.
- Fitness
- Sweet Feet Yoga (0.69 mi), Anytime Fitness (1.17 mi), and The Yoga Nest (1.28 mi) offer wellness options.
- Medical
- Children and Teens Medical Center (1.14 mi) and MinuteClinic at CVS (1.33 mi) provide healthcare access.
- Transit
- Virginia Road and Northwest Highway bus stop is 2.06 mi away; Metra stations are minutes from the neighborhood.
Recent closed sales
What's selling in Sterling Estates.
Most-recent closed comps from MRED. Useful for sellers gauging listing price and for buyers calibrating offers.
| Address | Closed | Sold for | Beds / baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1185 Dovercliff Way Crystal Lake | Mar 13, 2026 | $440,000 | 3br · 2.1ba | 3,281 |
| 1201 Boxwood Drive Crystal Lake | Dec 4, 2025 | $375,000 | 3br · 2.1ba | 2,419 |
| 1177 Dovercliff Way Crystal Lake | Sep 25, 2025 | $422,000 | 4br · 2.1ba | 2,432 |
| 1154 Dovercliff Way Crystal Lake | Aug 8, 2025 | $390,000 | 3br · 2.1ba | 1,683 |
| 1097 Dovercliff Way Crystal Lake | Jul 31, 2025 | $365,000 | 3br · 2.1ba | 1,666 |
| 1108 Dovercliff Way Crystal Lake | Jun 2, 2025 | $380,777 | 4br · 2.1ba | 1,952 |
Closed-sale data sourced from MRED. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Market snapshot
Sterling Estates, 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
$375,000
Homes for sale right now
0
Avg time on market
0 days
Sold in the last year
6
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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