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Old 06-15-2010, 05:44 PM
 
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My fiance and I are from Chicago but are only familiar with the city and the north-shore suburbs. We have lived in Memphis the last couple of years but have recently relocated back to the Chicago-area.

My fiance just took a job in Crystal Lake so we are looking to live around that area (in the northwest burbs). We are young (20s) without children, so are looking for a suburb that is fun (bars, restaurants) with other young couples.

Suggestions?
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Old 06-15-2010, 08:54 PM
 
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The closest areas you would like are Schaumburg, Palatine, and Arlington Heights. Schaumburg has some nightlife, but it is spread out. Arlington Heights has a nice downtown area with some bars and restaurants. Palatine's downtown is becoming more built up. Each will run you about a 45 minute commute each way to Crystal Lake.
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Old 06-15-2010, 10:55 PM
 
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I grew up in Crystal Lake and went to High School there. It is a great town and there is plenty to do right there. It has good bars and places to eat and is plenty of fun. If you have any specific questions, feel free to email me at [email]jacobsoncop@gmail.com[/email].
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Old 06-23-2010, 08:29 PM
 
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My sister lives in Crystal Lake and I live next door to Crystal Lake. It is a great town with lots to do depending on which area you move to. Also, if you are considering having children the schools are great.
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Old 06-24-2010, 07:32 AM
 
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Crystal Lake is OK, especially if you don't have to commute. No reason to live anywhere else.
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Old 06-24-2010, 07:44 PM
 
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My fiance and I are from Chicago but are only familiar with the city and the north-shore suburbs. We have lived in Memphis the last couple of years but have recently relocated back to the Chicago-area.

My fiance just took a job in Crystal Lake so we are looking to live around that area (in the northwest burbs). We are young (20s) without children, so are looking for a suburb that is fun (bars, restaurants) with other young couples.

Suggestions?
If you are looking for the hotbed of excitement, it is not Crystal Lake.

However, Crystal Lake and parts north are some of the most affordable areas in Chicagoland to live/rent in.

And commuting in Chicago is a royal hassle.

The real question is whether you want to commute a distance five days a week and live in an "exciting" area OR commute 1-2x per week to more "fun locations."
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