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Inside Water’s Edge: From Empty Walmart to Crystal Lake’s New Lifestyle Hub

Inside Water’s Edge: From Empty Walmart to Crystal Lake’s New Lifestyle Hub What’s Being Built at the Old Walmart in Crystal Lake? For over a decade, the former Crystal Lake Court shopping center on Route 14 sat vacant — an empty Walmart, cracked parking lot, and unanswered questions. That’s about to change. In this video, we break down Waters Edge, a $75 million mixed-use redevelopment that is transforming this long-blighted site into a modern lifestyle destination connected directly to Three Oaks Recreation Area. You’ll learn: What’s actually being built at Waters Edge Who the new apartments and townhomes are designed for Which restaurants and businesses are confirmed How this project could impact Crystal Lake home values, traffic, and lifestyle The real pros and watch-outs for nearby homeowners This is not hype or sales — it’s a local, factual explanation so you can understand what this major project means for Crystal Lake. 🏗️ What Is Waters Edge? Waters Edge is a 30-acre mixed-use redevelopment on Route 14 that replaces the former Crystal Lake Court shopping center. The project includes: ~260 luxury apartments & townhome-style residences 40,000–50,000 sq ft of restaurants & commercial space Walkable connection to Three Oaks Recreation Area A true live-work-dine-play layout — not a strip mall Confirmed & reported tenants include: Barbecue King Smokehouse First Watch Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses (Additional concepts are still being finalized) 🧭 Who Is This For? Waters Edge fills a missing housing gap in Crystal Lake for: Professionals & medical staff Corporate relocations & long-term stays Local downsizers who want low-maintenance living Renters who want walkability, lake access, and modern amenities It’s designed for people who want lifestyle and flexibility — without leaving Crystal Lake. 📊 What This Means for Crystal Lake Projects like Waters Edge signal long-term investment into the community. They can increase: Neighborhood desirability Lifestyle amenities Rental quality standards Long-term market confidence But they also bring real considerations: Premium rental pricing Increased Route 14 traffic Ongoing construction during buildout We share both sides so you can decide what this means for your plans. 📞 Want a Local Crystal Lake Strategy? If you’re renting, downsizing, relocating, or considering buying in Crystal Lake, we can help you map your next step with clarity — not pressure. 👉 Book a Crystal Lake strategy call here: https://tamaraandozzieteam.com/schedule 🏡 About Us We’re Tamara & Ozzie with the Tamara & Ozzie Team at Century 21 New Heritage. We help people make confident real estate decisions across Crystal Lake, Huntley, Cary, Algonquin, Woodstock, and Marengo. Our channel is your local guide to: Neighborhood tours Market insights Redevelopment updates Lifestyle comparisons 00:00 The Long-Vacant Walmart Site Explained 00:19 What Waters Edge Is and Why It Matters 00:36 Lifestyle and Property Value Impact 01:24 From Dead Retail to Mixed-Use Community 01:45 What’s Being Built at W’s Edge 02:13 The Developer and Long-Term Vision 02:59 Restaurants and Lifestyle-Focused Tenants 04:10 Apartment and Townhome Options 04:35 Who This Development Is Really For 05:06 Connection to Three Oaks Recreation Area 05:38 Key Benefits for Crystal Lake 06:26 Tradeoffs, Traffic, and Construction Reality 07:42 What Waters Edge Means for Buyers and Renters 08:11 Why This Signals Crystal Lake’s Future 🌐 Website: tamaraandozzieteam.com 📧 Contact Us: • Tamara Berman tamarabermanrealtor@gmail.com (815) 790-0835 • Ozzie Martinez c21ozzie@gmail.com (815) 347-2843 🔹 Connect With Us • Instagram → instagram.com/tamaraozzieteam • Instacard → instacard.co/Tamara-A-Berman • Facebook → facebook.com/tamaraozzieteam • LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/tamaraandozzieteam #CrystalLakeIL, #WatersEdge, #CrystalLakeCourt, #Route14, #ThreeOaksRecreationArea, #LivingInCrystalLake, #CrystalLakeRealEstate, #McHenryCounty, #MixedUseDevelopment, #CrystalLakeHomes, #RelocatingToIllinois, #NorthernIllinoisLiving