Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate- Crystal Lake Office

09/11/2026

Sometimes the best way to know how someone feels about you is to see yourself through their eyes.

Today, we’re celebrating our Managing Broker, Karen Lembo Conley Sabella, and sharing this video because it gives us a little glimpse into something we don’t always get to see: Karen seeing us through her eyes.

This was recorded while we were celebrating her marriage to John, and hearing her talk about our office and the people in it is pretty special. The way she speaks about us here is the same way she speaks to us every day. The encouragement, the appreciation, the genuine love for the people around her. None of it goes unnoticed.

Karen pours her heart into everything she does. She leads with experience, but even more so, she leads with heart. She makes people feel valued, supported and like they truly matter.

And what a gift it is to see ourselves the way Karen sees us.

Happy Birthday, Karen. We hope today you feel even a little of the love and appreciation you give so freely to all of us. You spend so much time reminding us how much we mean to you. Today, we hope you know just how much you mean to us.

We love you, Karen. Happy Birthday! ❤️

09/10/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 | 12–2 PM

Come see this beautiful END UNIT in Treehouse in the Woods! 🌳

Lovingly cared for by its original owner, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Sycamore model has so much to offer, including:

✨ Spacious living room with gas fireplace
✨ Bright kitchen with stainless appliances + plenty of counter space
✨ Primary suite with vaulted ceiling + private wooded balcony
✨ Custom upstairs laundry
✨ Private patio surrounded by mature trees
✨ 2-car garage with tons of storage

Peaceful wooded setting, but close to parks, shopping, dining and the Metra. And with a quick close and closing cost credit possible, this one is definitely worth a look!

📍 Come take a peek Sunday from 12–2 PM.
Marketed by: Dawn Johnson Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Beautiful END UNIT in Treehouse in the Woods! Pride of ow...

09/10/2026

Open House Sunday, September 13th from 1pm-3pm

📍 2617 Crystal Way, Crystal Lake, IL

Private 1.3-acre setting in the sought-after Prairie Ridge school district! This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom home features a first-floor office, 3.5 baths, oversized 3-car garage, gourmet kitchen with granite, finished basement, and a 3-season room overlooking the peaceful backyard.

✨ Updated HVAC • Sprinkler system • Tons of space • Great location

Come see what makes this one so special!

Marketed by: Whitney Wilson
Whitney Wilson, Broker Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Nestled on 1.3 private acres surrounded by mature trees, ...

09/06/2026

🏃‍♀️💧 Kayla Gotsch and Vanessa Thomfohrda were out cheering on the runners at the Crystal Lake Half Marathon today, handing out water and keeping everyone refreshed along the way!

Just like in real estate, it’s all about showing up, supporting your community and keeping things moving. 😉🏡

What a fun morning to be part of such an awesome event! We love seeing our community come together.

08/29/2026

08/23/2026

08/15/2026

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🏡 OPEN HOUSE

📅 Sunday, August 16
⏰ 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 10410 Saddlebred Trail, Woodstock, IL

🌳 Your Own Private Backyard Oasis Awaits! 🌳

Set on over an acre in unincorporated Woodstock with NO HOA, this spacious home offers privacy, flexibility and incredible outdoor living!

✨ Property Highlights:
• Over 1 acre of land
• No HOA
• 4 bedrooms upstairs + 5th bedroom in the basement
• Private primary suite
• Separate living & dining rooms
• Eat-in kitchen
• Spacious family room with wood-burning fireplace
• Generous mudroom
• Walkout basement with endless potential
• Beautifully landscaped backyard
• Impressive above-ground swimming pool 🏊‍♀️
• Large deck with built-in fireplace 🔥
• Built-in grill station with gas & charcoal grills 🍔
• Side-yard patio
• Oversized 2-car garage

From summer pool days to weekend barbecues and evenings gathered around the outdoor fireplace, this property was made for entertaining and enjoying the outdoors!

Come see the space, privacy and incredible outdoor amenities for yourself! 🏠🌳☀️

08/14/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 | 12–2 PM 🏡
📍 3356 Sonoma Circle, Lake in the Hills

🌴 Your own backyard resort is waiting! 🌴

This incredible home backs to a peaceful conservation area with pond & nature views and is made for entertaining! 🏊‍♀️ Enjoy the inground pool, two pavilions, multi-level deck, covered grilling area, hot tub, dog run & custom storage shed.

Inside, you’ll find a gorgeous granite & stainless kitchen with double ovens, custom coffee bar & pantry, plus a flexible first-floor room perfect for an office, bedroom, craft room or playroom. The finished lower level adds even more entertaining space, a bathroom, storage and shop area.

📍 Meadowbrook location with easy access to Sunset Park, Randall Road, restaurants, shopping, downtown Huntley and so much more!

Come see it, fall in love, and make this backyard your new favorite place! ☀️🏊‍♀️🍹

Saturday | 12–2 PM
📍 3356 Sonoma Circle, Lake in the

Marketed by: Rob Corsello Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Discover your new resort lifestyle right in your own back...

08/14/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | SUNDAY, AUGUST 16 | 1–3 PM 🏡
📍 5824 Prairie Ridge Rd., Crystal Lake

✨ Refined ranch living at its finest! This beautifully curated home is truly move-in ready and packed with upgrades, including new hardwood flooring, custom plantation shutters, 10'+ ceilings, tons of natural light, a gorgeous gas fireplace, newer kitchen appliances, custom solid-surface counters, and a stunning 16' x 15' deck overlooking the professionally landscaped yard.

The finished lower level adds 2 spacious bedrooms, a full bath, huge family room, walk-in closet & tons of storage!Plus a first-floor office/bedroom, main-level laundry and new HVAC in 2025.

Elegant, comfortable and thoughtfully designed—this one is a must-see! ❤️

Come take a look Sunday! 👋
1–3 PM | 5824 Prairie Ridge Rd.

Marketed by: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate Janet Hibbs

Experience refined ranch-style living at its finest situa...