CHICAGO’S WEST SUBURBS
Volume 3 Issue 10
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Gorgeous Estate Home Quality Craftsmanship & Finishes on a Beautiful Wooded Lot 7,200 Sq Ft of Finished Luxury Living Space ~See Page 8
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ST. CHARLES $209,900 GENEVA $339,000 ELBURN $574,900 WAYNE $374,900 PICTURE PERFECT HOME! WONDERFUL GENEVA AREA! GORGEOUS CUSTOM HOME & LOT! BEST VALUE IN WAYNE!
ST. CHARLES $499,900 ST. CHARLES $419,000 MAPLE PARK $242,900 BATAVIA $359,000 1ST FLOOR MASTER! JUST MOVE IN! INVITING RANCH! JUST MOVE IN!
ELGIN $299,000 ST. CHARLES $639,000 ELBURN $289,800 ST. CHARLES $489,000 END UNIT TOWNHOME! AN ABSOLUTE MUST SEE! ENDLESS VIEWS! NEED SPACE?
ST. CHARLES $769,000 ST. CHARLES $729,842 ST. CHARLES $800,000 ST. CHARLES $599,850 EXCEPTIONAL IN EVERY WAY! TRULY MAGNIFICENT! A PRIVATE OASIS! SIMPLY STUNNING!
ST. CHARLES $415,000 ST. CHARLES $650,000 ST. CHARLES $199,999 ST. CHARLES $745,000 HARVEST HILLS! ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! PRIVACY W/YEAR ROUND VIEWS! MUST BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED!
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NAPERVILLE $469,900 WEST CHICAGO $389,000 BEAUTIFUL HOME! AMAZING LOT!
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ST. CHARLES $475,000 ST. CHARLES $1,048,000 BEST VALUE IN OAK CREST! EXCEPTIONAL HOME & VALUE!
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$292,900 ST. CHARLES $494,000 A CHARMER! 1ST FLOOR IN-LAW APT!
ST. CHARLES $729,000 BATAVIA $404,900 ST. CHARLES $394,000 GENEVA $328,900 SPECTACULAR SETTING! GREAT LOCATION! WONDERFULLY MAINTAINED! EXCELLENT VALUE!
BATAVIA $389,900 ST. CHARLES $425,900 ELBURN $79,000 ST. CHARLES $259,000 STUNNING CONTEMPORARY! SPECTACULAR PRIVATE LOT! BUILD IN UPSCALE COMMUNITY! BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME!
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Oswego, IL joanne.lavia@coldwellbanker.com joannelavia.com
Text the listing code to 52187 for info & photos. Shop for Homes at JoanneLaVia.com Charming Sun Room
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Text R984665 to 52187 Text R913582 to 52187 Text R890525 to 52187 Text R936373 to 52187 Just Listed! Extended Family Room In Deerpath Trails. Main Floor In- Huge Kitchen With Appls & Butlers Kitchen With High-End Stainless With Fireplace. Master Suite W/ Law Suite With Full Bath. Chef's Pantry. Family Room Fireplace. Appliances Open To Vaulted Family Bath. Basement With Finished Rec Kitchen. Luxury Master Suite. Master Has 2 Sided Fireplace & Sitting Room With Fireplace & Built-Ins. Room And Storage. 4 BDR/2.5 BA English Basement. 5 BDR/4 BA Room. Basement. 4 BDR/2.1 BA Main Floor Den. 4 BDR/2.1 BA OSWEGO | $272,000 OSWEGO | $450,000 OSWEGO | $299,000 OSWEGO | $279,900 Sale Pending In 2 Days! Sale Pending! SOLD BY JOANNE! SOLD BY JOANNE!
511Text Clearwater R975687Ln, to 52187 Oswego 211 Text Brompton R928846Ct, to Oswego 52187 528 Station Dr, Oswego 207 Washington St, Oswego Spacious Floor Plan. Cathedral Farmhouse Themed With Upgrades. Feels Like A Single Family Home. Walk To Oswego's Downtown Events, Ceiling In Family Room. Glitzy Kitchen Kitchen With Granite, SS Appls. Master Open Kitchen, Dining Room & Covered Farmers Market, Shops & Restaurants With Granite, SS Appls. Huge Master Suite With Updated Luxury Bath. Balcony. Lower Level Family Room, From Your Quaint Hometown Suite With Luxury Bath. 5 BDR/2.1 BA Finished Basement. 4 BDR/2.1 BA Bath, Laundry Room. 3 BDR/2 BA Neighborhood! 3 BDR/2.1 BA OSWEGO | $299,900 OSWEGO | $315,000 OSWEGO | $179,900 OSWEGO | $185,000 SOLD BY JOANNE! SOLD BY JOANNE! SOLD BY JOANNE! SOLD BY JOANNE!
415 Matena Dr, Oswego 133 Seton Creek Dr, Oswego 235 Parkside Ln, Oswego 514 Arbor Ln, Oswego Two Story Home Nestled Along The Curve Wonderful Home, 3 Car Garage & Updated Home With So Much To Offer. Well Cared Home. 3,000+ Sqft Plus Of A Winding Street Just Down The Road Finished Basement. Open Kitchen W/ Finished Basement & Gourmet Kitchen. Finished Basement. Main Floor Den, From Open Meadows, Park, Trails & Granite & SS Appls Adjacent To Family Open Foyer & Grand Staircase. Family Rec Room & Bar. Large Island Kitchen Elementary School! 4 BDR/2.1 BA Room. Luxury Master Suite. 4 BDR/2.1 BA Room W/Fireplace. 4 BDR/3.5 BA And Luxury Master Suite. 4 BDR/3.1 BA OSWEGO | $254,900 OSWEGO | $259,900 OSWEGO | $265,000 OSWEGO | $349,900
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Real Estate Is More Than Just The Home You Live In, It’s The Life You Get Out Of It!
Yorkville | $175,000
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Yorkville | $269,900
Town Home With Finished Look-Out Upgraded & Remodeled Tri-Level On Quality Home With Living/Dining Lower Level. Open Floor Plan, 2-Story Cul-De-Sac. Lower Level Family Room, Combo, Huge Kitchen, 1st Floor Great Room, Deck. 3BDR/2.1BA Bath & Laundry. Basement . 3BDR/2BA Office & Laundry Room. 4BDR/2.1BA Text P1143473 to 85377 for photos Text P1143486 to 85377 for photos Text P1161183 to 85377 for photos
Big Rock | $434,500
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Oswego | $799,900
Yorkville | $339,900 Build Your Dream Home On Premium Cul-De-Sac Lot. Builder Has Ranch Home Plan To Customize. 3BDR/2.1BA Text P1143495 to 85377 for photos
Yorkville | $224,900
Acreage to Build Your Home. Building One of a Kind Home. Screened In Brick & Stone Estate Home On Wooded Energy Efficient Brick Ranch On A With Living Quarters, Office, Shop, Porch Off Kitchen Leads To In-Ground Lot. Approx. 7200 Of Finished SqFt Corner Lot. Family Room With Storage. Horses Allowed. 2BDR/1BA Pool. Backyard Oasis. 5BDR/3.1BA With An Ideal Floor Plan. 6BDR/5.1BA Fireplace, 18x12 Deck. 3BDR/2BA Text P1160964 to 85377 for photos Text P1143484 to 85377 for photos Text P1143473 to 85377 for photos Text P1143479 to 85377 for photos
Yorkville | $274,500 3200 SF Versatile Floor Plan. Huge Master And Full Basement. Pool & Clubhouse Community. 4BDR/2.1BA Text P1143477 to 85377 for photos
Oswego | $339,900
Yorkville | $364,500
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TURN-KEY HOME! Finished Basement Open Concept Home on Premium Lot. 14 Serene Acres With Riverfront. Build With Kit/Bdr/Ba. Stone FP in FR, 3 Car Gar. Finished Look-out Lower Level. Gorgeous Your Dream Home Or Change Zoning Most Furnishings for Sale! 5BDR/3.1BA Kitchen, 1st FL Office/Den. 5BDR/4BA And Develop Several Estate Home Sites. Text P1143480 to 85377 for photos Text P1143476 to 85377 for photos Text P1153291 to 85377 for photos
What Our Clients Say...
After stumbling on a location I loved I called Kelly and was doing a walk-through the next day. A week later I was in contract for the purchase and listing my house with the Michelson team. The entire process (sale and purchase) was unbelievably efficient and timely. I was in communication with Kelly at all hours via text or e-mail or phone call and she always responded immediately. Kelly and Beth staged my home and honestly, I should have had them out years before because I can’t believe how much better the place looked after they took over! Lastly, I was out of town for weeks on end during showings and Kelly made sure other realtors left my home in “as is” condition after viewings. Kelly made the entire process a breeze. I can’t imagine working with anyone else in the future.
Call us for ALL Your Real Estate Needs! We’re Local! We’re Global! Kelly Michelson 630.551.1111
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elcome to
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A Town People are Proud to Call Home
Located along the Fox River, our historic downtown includes many shops, restaurants and the Oswego Public Library. The community is striving to keep its small town character and it remains a great place to raise a family. Residents cite our quality schools as the reason they moved to Oswego. You can enjoy many community events such as, Prairie Fest, Movies in the Park, Brew at the Bridge, Farmers Market and Annual Christmas Walk. Stroll through Historic Downtown or venture out to more than 300 acres of wetlands, prairies and greenways – perfect for a hike, bike ride, canoe trip and more.
The Oswegoland Park District offers residents an abundance of recreational programs. A new aquatic center, bike trails, and hundreds of acres of parks provide Oswego area residents with clean and safe recreation.
Joanne Grzetic Helping You Make The Right Move! Call Joanne For Your Real Estate Needs
A Local Oswego Resident & Top Producing Real Estate Broker For Over 13 Years! Joanne Grzetic
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This Home Shows Like A Model Gorgeous Open Floor Plan, Huge Kitchen With Granite. Stunning Famliy Room Fireplace, Full Basement. 4 Beds | 3.1 Ba | $319,900
Managing Broker
Joanne Grzetic
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Spectacular-3,380 SqFt Of Space Gourmet Kitchen With Granite & SS Appls. Open Luxury Layout. Expanded Master Suite. Paver Patio. 4 Beds | 3 Ba | $344,900
Melissa Garcia 630-878-9868
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Custom Home On Approx 9 Acres Stunning, 4,300 SqFt Home With In-Ground Pool. Finished Basement, 4 Car Garage, 48x75 Pole Building 4 Beds | 4.1 Ba | $919,900
Kim Schulz 630-220-8553
kschulz@coldwellhomes.com
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Quiet & Peaceful Setting This 2,300+ SqFt Raised Ranch has 2 Fireplaces, Granite In The Kitchen & A Huge 3 Season Room. 3 Beds | 2 Ba | $189,000
Linda Zwart 630-878-9577
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Near The Heart Of Downtown Well Crafted Home With A Great Finished Basement. Open Kitchen With Island. Two Tier Brick Patio. 6 Beds | 3.1 Ba | $320,900
Beverly Callison 630-947-4602
bcallison118@gmail.com
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End Unit In Prescott Mill Kitchen With 42” Cherry Cabinets & SS Appls. Huge Master Suite. 2nd Floor Laundry & Flexible Loft Area. 2 Beds | 2.1 Ba | $210,000
Denise Rogers 630-373-7518
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Immaculate & Move-In Ready On A Cul-De-Sac With Family Room Fireplace & New Appls. Huge Master Suite. Under Contract. 4 Beds | 2.1 Ba | $259,000
Country Setting - 1.26 Acres 3,200+ SqFt Tr-Level. Updated Kitchen. Bright Sunroom. Living Rm, 2 Family Rms & Bonus Rm. 5 Beds | 3 Ba | $430,000
Kelly Christofferson 630-404-0628
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Nancy Bamforth 630-542-8050
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Walking Distance To Downtown Cute Stand Alone Condo Across From Green Space. Lower Level Master, Den, Laundry And 2 Car Garage. 3 Beds | 2 Ba | $165,000
Sandi Patterson 630-740-3139
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Your Own Backyard Paradise Wooded & Private 1.81 Acre Property.Gorgeous Kitchen, Amazing Great Room. Pool, Deck, Paver Patio. Must See! 4 Beds | 2.1 Ba | $449,900
Robin Freiman 630-244-1114
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Updated 2,700 SqFt Townhome Well Maitained Home With A Finished Lower Level. Kitchen With SS Appls, 2 Master Suites & New Deck. 4 Beds | 3.1 Ba | $269,900
Janet Seego 630-253-0681
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ON THE COVER Oswego
$799,900
Luxury Living At Its Best Text P1143473 to 85377 For More Info & Photos Almost 7,200 SqFt of Finished Space With Quality Craftsmanship. Impressive Entry with Open Staircases. Family Room with Stone Fireplace & Custom Wet Bar. Gourmet Kitchen with High End Fixtures. 1st Floor Den & 1st & 2nd Floor Laundry. Luxury Master Retreat. 2nd Floor Bonus Room for 5th Bedroom or Private Office. Finished Lower Level Offering a Theater & Rec Room with 3rd Fireplace, 6th Bedroom, & 5th Full Bath. Gorgeous 3/4 Acre Wooded Lot.
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LELAND
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Beautiful Home | 6 BDR/4.1 BA 5 Acre Farmette | 3 BDR/2.1 BA $489,900 | MLS #10067861 $384,000 | MLS #10043186 Call 630-553-5060 Call 630-466-4485
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Gorgeous Home | 3 BDR/3.1 BA $349,900 | MLS #10063759 Call 815-498-3377
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Breathtaking | 4 BDR/2.1 BA $350,000 | MLS #10052625 Call 630-584-7000
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Large Home | 4 BDR/2.2 BA $287,900 | MLS #10061714 Call 815-786-3200
P872473 SHERIDAN
Brick Ranch | 3 BDR/2 BA $206,999 | MLS #10043372 Call 630-466-4485
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Updates | 4 BDR/2.1 BA $348,900 | MLS #10064190 Call 630-553-5060
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Historic Home | 4 BDR/1.1 BA $239,900 | MLS #10064031 Call 630-553-5060
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Need Space? | 4 BDR/2 BA $210,000 | MLS #10072732 Lorena Galindo | 630-777-5964
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2 Master Suites | 4 BDR/3.1 BA $269,900 | MLS #10067487 630-553-5060
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Craftsman Style | 4 BDR/2.1 BA Great Condition | 4 BDR/2.2 BA $299,999 | MLS #09992368 $322,000 | MLS #10040756 Call 630-896-5000 Call 630-553-5060
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5 TOP MARKETING TIPS FROM TOP AGENTS 1. G O OD P H O T OG RAPHY In most instances, buyers see photos of your home before they see your home in person. Take well-lit, HD photos to spark the most interest in your home.
2. DON T RELY SOLELY ON THE WEB TO SELL YOUR HOME Lots of people shop on the web for homes, and there are lots of homes on the web. Stats say that 65 million shop for homes in the U.S. every month. However, only 5 million homes are sold in the U.S. every year. It’s a very crowded space, and your home should be on as many sites as possible. Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when advertising your home. More on this later...
3. MAKE SURE YOUR AGENT INCLUDES MOBILE TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR MARKETING PLAN Today, we rely on our phones to look up everything, including real estate. Your home should have a marketing plan that includes mobile tools as a significant element. For example, your home should have a yard sign with a text code on it so that potential buyers driving by can look it up on their phone right away.
Put simply, don t wait around for homebuyers to find you. Get out there and find them through advertising both online and offline. 17M012A-033017
4. MARKET YOUR HOME OFFLINE LOCALLY Good agents know where potential buyers of your home live, work, shop and play. They use local real estate publications, targeted direct mail, brochures, and other tools to ensure your home gets in front of local home buyers.
5. KEEP YOUR HOME LOOKING GOOD Part of the marketing plan for your home is in your court. This includes how potential buyers perceive it when they walk through the door. Living in a home and keeping it ready to show is a challenge, but it will pay off when buyers find your home more attractive than others they may be considering.
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Contact One of Our Featured REALTORS® For All of Your Real Estate Needs!
Eileen Bengston
Daniel Czuba
Baird & Warner Fox Valley Managing Broker/Owner Geneva Daniel And Associates Real Estate 630-841-1230 Dupage County eileen.bengston@bairdwarnercom 630-393-1700 EileenBengston.com daniel@daare.com | daare.com
Kim Fey Wahlberg
Millie Klinnert
Adam Rullo
Alex & Vicky Rullo
Jason Stoops
Alison Rosenow Team
RE/MAX All Pro St. Charles 773-348-7325 adamrullo@gmail.com TheRulloTeam.com
RE/MAX All Pro St. Charles 630-513-5308 kimfeyre@gmail.com KimFeyWahlberg.com
Baird & Warner Fox Valley Geneva 847-997-0512 millie.klinnert@bairdwarner.com MillieKlinnertBairdWarner.com
Veronica’s Realty Geneva 630-207-0808 stoops154@gmail.com VeronicasRealty.com
Rita Rae Schoenthal
Vivian Knell, Broker/Owner
Selena Stloukal
RE/MAX Excels Geneva 630-205-6965 homesbyritarae@gmail.com RitaRae.IllinoisProperty.com
Knell Realty Group, LLC Hampshire 847-344-7420 vivian.knell@sbcglobal.net KnellRealtyGroup.com
Jayne Menne, Broker/Owner Willow Real Estate Sycamore 815-739-2499 jaynemenne@gmail.com WillowRE.com
Alison France
RE/MAX Excels Geneva 630-742-4918 alisonfrance@comcast.net AlisonFrance.IllinoisProperty.com
RE/MAX All Pro St. Charles 630-513-1771 rullos@rullos.com TheRulloTeam.com
American Realty Sycamore 815-762-5226 arosenow@arillinois.com AmericanRealtyIL.com
Sue Elsner
RE/MAX All Pro St. Charles 630-621-5421 Selena.Stloukal@gmail.com Fox- ValleyHomes.com
Century 21 Affiliated Dekalb | Sycamore 815-739-8796 SElsner@c21affiliated.com C21Affiliated.com
Linda Tillis
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Century 21 Affiliated Dekalb | Sycamore 815-751-3159 lindatillis@gmail.com C21Affiliated.com
RE/MAX Excels Geneva 630-201-4130 rudyjohnson@remax.net
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SHOULD YOU SELL YOUR HOME NOW OR WAIT UNTIL THE SPRING? There is no exact science for finding the perfect time and season to sell your home, and as like all major decisions, there are positives and negatives. There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration before deciding when to sell a home. For example, many homeowners believe selling a home during the fall or winter months is not a good idea and that the spring or summer are the only times a house should be sold. However, this isn’t true. Sure, most real estate markets across the United States experience a “spring market rush” every year. There is no doubt that the “spring market” is a great time to be selling and buying real estate, however, the fall and winter seasons may be the best fit for you for many reasons. Some of those include:
LESS COMPETITION
HOLIDAY STAGING
In the spring or summer, a drive around the neighborhood will show many for-sale signs up. This is a great reason to sell your home now instead of waiting: there will certainly be less competition. The fewer number of comparable homes there are for sale, the greater the probability that a buyer will look at your home.
The fall and winter months are also a great time for a potential buyer to see what a specific neighborhood is like. Do your neighbors have pumpkins on their front step? Are there lots of Trick-or-Treaters wandering the neighborhood on Halloween? Do any of your neighbors have any light displays for the holidays?
It boils down to basic supply and demand. If there are fewer homes for sale, there are fewer homes that a potential buyer can choose from, therefore increasing the demand for your home. Not only will less competition increase the probability for showings, but it will also increase the probability that an offer will be received and you will get the maximum amount of money for your home.
Also, simple “seasonal” staging such as adjusting the color of the decor or having an aroma in the air that is relative to the time of year can go a long way with some potential buyers and possibly be the difference between a home selling or not. Everyone loves Pumpkin Spice – maybe a candle and some pumpkins helps to sell your home!
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QUICKER TRANSACTIONS Right now, there are fewer real estate transactions than there will be in the spring. The fewer number of transactions means that mortgage lenders have fewer loans to process, attorneys have less closings to do, and home inspectors have fewer inspections to do. All of these factors should lead to a quicker transaction and closing for all the parties involved. One of the most frustrating things for a seller to deal with while selling their home is not getting answers in a reasonable amount of time. A quicker transaction is going to be less stress for you.
GREAT AGENTS ARE ALWAYS UP TO THE CHALLENGE Any real estate agent who wants to wait for the spring or tells you that the fall or winter months are a bad time to sell is not someone you want selling your home! A great real estate agent will know how to adapt to the current season and market their listings to reflect that.
SERIOUS BUYERS While there may be more prospective buyers out in the spring or summer, there are also more people “just looking� as well. Serious buyers are always out there and will continue to look for homes no matter what time of year it is.
By considering all of the reasons above, you will be able to determine whether now is a good time to sell or if you should wait until the spring. Best of luck in making your decision!
Carla Heitz
630-306-3745 CarlaHeitz.com
28+ Years Experience - Call Me For All Of Your Real Estate Needs!
Yorkville
Your Hannaford Farm Expert ONE OF THE BEST LOTS LEFT IN HANNAFORD FARM!
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5,200 SQFT OF LUXURY & ELEGANCE
5 Bed | 3.1 Ba | $449,000 Text P1145737 to 85377 for photos
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Chef's Kitchen With Granite & SS Appls. 1st Custom Built Ranch With Amazing WalkFloor Luxury Master Suite. 2 Story Family out Basement. Gourmet Kitchen, Top Of Rm With Fireplace. Finished Basement. The Line Appliances. Pond Views.
Sugar Grove
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Yorkville
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YORKVILLE $329,975 Soon to be complete Ranch. Open concept floor plan. Gourmet kitchen. Fireplace, hardwood, columns, over-sized trim, basement. 3 BDR/2 BA
BRISTOL $378,000 Accommodations for unique living situations. Main living is a ranch home, additional living is on second floor with private entrance. 4 BDR/4.5 BA
PLANO $399,500 Walk out ranch on wooded lot. Living room fireplace framed by floor-ceiling windows. Custom kitchen cabinets. Yorkville schools. 4 BDR/3.1 BA
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BRISTOL $515,000 Unique property on 3+ acres including home, 2 barns, chicken coop, milk house & 2 car garage. Kitchen with breakfast bar. Nice sun room. 4 BDR/2.1 BA
ELBURN $554,000 Amazing Prairie Views. Newer kitchen with high end finishes. Great room has floor-ceiling stacked stone fireplace. Media room, wet bar. 4 BDR/3.1 BA
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FULLY RESTORED SECOND EMPIRE VICTORIAN
BEAUTIFUL VICTORIAN, BUILT IN 1888.
Paul Bednar
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Paul@PaulBednar.com Showcased on the 2006 Historic Elgin House Tour. Built in 1891. Charm and character of yesteryear coupled with 21st century amenities. Gorgeous hdwd floors, 10' ceilings, built-in bookcases, and custom wainscoting. 4-car detached garage. 4 Bed | 2.5 Bath | $299,900
Showcased on Elgin Historic House Tour. Stained glass, pocket doors, transoms and original trim. Heated sunroom. Large Master bedroom/sitting area. Master bath with tub and dual showers. Incredible 2-story carriage house/garage. 3 Bed | 1.5 Bath | $235,000
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WEST CHICAGO - BENJAMIN SCHOOLS Spacious home with perfect in-law or Au Pair apt. $375,000 | 5 BDR/4 BA | Call Paula 630-251-5155
WHEATON - FIRST FLOOR MASTER SUITE Largest townhome in Adare Farms backs to ''the grove''. $375,000 | 4 BDR/2.1 BA | Call Becky or Eric
WHEATON - EXQUISITE FINISHES Unmistakable uniqueness. Amazing basement. $849,000 | 5 BDR/6.1 BA | Call Becky or Eric
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MORRIS - OPEN CONCEPT RANCH 2,300 sqft of one level living and deep pour basement. $329,000 | 3 BDR/2 BA | Call Paula 630-251-5155
WHEATON - 3,700 SQFT OF LIVING SPACE Gourmet kitchen, 3 fireplaces, incredible sunroom w/views. $544,900 | 4 BDR/2.2 BA | Call Becky or Eric
WHEATON - ONE OF A KIND FEATURES Spectacular Airhart built home w/updated kitchen. $469,900 | 4 BDR/2.1 BA | Call Becky or Eric
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LOMBARD - OPEN FLOOR PLAN Kitchen w/appls, Large master, 2nd floor laundry. $214,000 | 2 BDR/1.1 BA | Call Paula 630-251-5155
WHEATON - HEATED POOL Remodeled kitchen and finished basement. $569,900 | 4 BDR/2.2 BA | Call Becky or Eric
WHEATON - GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD Pristine,spacious and impeccably maintained. $650,000 | 4 BDR/3.1 BA | Call Becky or Eric
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CAROL STREAM - HOLIDAY HILLS SUBDIVISION Spacious home, amazing landscaping, family room fireplace. $339,000 | 4 BDR/2.1 BA | Call Paula 630-251-5155
WHEATON - LOVELY VINTAGE HOME Flair for the past & present w/exceptional addition. $875,000 | 4 BDR/4.1 BA | Call Becky or Eric
WHEATON - GREAT LOCATION Exquisitely built full brick and stone construction. $839,900 | 4 BDR/4.1 BA | Call Becky or Eric
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AURORA $160,000 Great investment opportunity! 2 unit on Aurora's West side. Units are 2 bdr/1 ba. Each has sep furnaces, water heaters & utilities. Full basement. 4 BDR/2 BA
AURORA $165,000 Great investment opportunity! Remodeled interior. Both units occupied. 1 unit-2 bdr/1 ba. 2nd Unit 3 bdr/1 ba. Basement. Private parking. 5 BDR/2 BA
AURORA $165,000 Own a money machine! Nice duplex on the West side of Aurora. Newer flooring in both units. Basement and a 1 car garage. 3 BDR/2 BA
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MONTGOMERY $214,900 Move-in ready. Wood laminate flooring on 1st level. New carpet upstairs and fresh paint. Pool and clubhouse community. 3 BDR/2.5 BA
OSWEGO $254,900 Great open floor plan in this quality built ranch home. Gourmet kitchen eating area opens to the sunroom. 55+ Community with Pool & Clubhouse.3 BDR/2 BA
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YORKVILLE $269,900 Trendy & Chic! Open floor plan. Family room with fireplace adjoins kitchen. 1st floor office/guest room. Lavish master suite. Full basement 4 BDR/2.1 BA
AURORA $389,900 Beautiful custom home with lake views from the multilevel patio. 1st floor office w/full bath next door for extended family living. English basement.4 BDR/3 BA
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7,500 SqFt With Elevator. Gourmet Gourmet Kitchen. Basement Bar, Theater In-Ground Pool, Poolhouse. 1st Floor Ranch With 4,000+ SqFt of Living Space. Kitchen. Walkout Basment, 4.5+ Car Gar. Room. Incredible Outdoor Area. Master or In-Law Suite. 3.5 Car Garage. Great Backyard-In-ground Pool & More. GLEN ELLYN | 5 BDR/5 BA | $1,289,000 ST. CHARLES | 5 BDR/5.1 BA | $1,000,000 NAPERVILLE | 5 BDR/5.2 BA | $999,900 ST. CHARLES | 4 BDR/3.1 BA | $679,900
Equestrian Property-3+ Acres Beautiful Home In Royal Fox 5,706 SqFt Of Living Space St. Charles School Dist 303
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Beautiful Kitchen And Family Room. 3,856 SqFt On Beautiful Lot. Stunning Finished Walkout Basement On Premium Loft Area Overlooks 2-Story Family Room, Bsmnt Spa Room. 2 Story Outbuilding. Courtyard. Luxury Master With Fireplace. Lot. Gourmet Kitchen, Sunroom, Loft. Adjacent Den. Patio Backs To Fields. ST. CHARLES | 4 BDR/4.1 BA | $548,900 ST. CHARLES | 4 BDR/2.1 BA | $429,900 LAKE IN THE HILLS | 5 BDR/4 BA | $389,888 SOUTH ELGIN | 4 BDR/2.1 BA | $344,900
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Traditional Floor Plan With Updated Kitchen Custom Built Split Level. Unique Family & Master Bath. Finished Basement. Room, Fireplace. Premium Corner Lot. CAROL STREAM | 4 BDR/2.1 BA | $289,900 ROSELLE | 4 BDR/2.1 BA | $289,900
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Two Separate Rental Units. 100% occupancy; 2 car garage, corner lot. GENEVA | 5 BDR/2 BA | $239,900
2 Story Living Room. Kitchen With Newer Fresh & Clean. New Kitchen With SS Appls SS Appls. Large Master Suite. Patio. And Updated Bath. Private Patio & Big Yard. ST. CHARLES | 3 BDR/2.1 BA | $224,900 CAROL STREAM | 3 BDR/1 BA | $209,900
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Aurora
6.95 Acres Of Natural Beauty
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Bring The Horses. 30x20 Outbuilding And Custom Built Barn 48'x48', Sunroom. 4 Beds | 3 Bath | $499,900
Call/Text: 630-878-9868 All Pro Multi-Million Top Producer www.MelissaGarciaHomes.com RE/MAX Titan Club MelissaGarcia68@aol.com Buyer Specialist: Danya Smith | 630-546-2195 Broker Services In Spanish: Jose Garcia | 630-878-8165
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First Floor Master Suite
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3,500+ SqFt Home On 6.89 Private Acres. Custom Kitchen And Two Custom Outbuildings. 6 Beds | 3.1 Bath | $469,500
Upgraded Townhome. Gourmet Kitchen Opens To Great Room. Full Basement. 4 Beds | 2.1 Bath | $434,900
Stunning Wooded Lot
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Sugar Grove Sugar Grove Yorkville Hinckley Surrounded By Beautiful Gardens
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Two-Story Family Room With Fireplace. 1st Floor Office, Gorgeous Master Suite. 4 Beds | 2.1 Bath | $334,900
Custom Lakes Of Bliss Beauty
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1st Flr In-Law Suite. Updated Kitchen. Flexible Loft Area And Finished Basement. 5 Beds | 4 Bath | $334,700
3,200+ SqFt Of Living Space
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Custom Built On Walk-Out Basement, In-Ground Pool. Extensive Upgrades. 4 Beds | 3.1 Bath | $323,500
Ranch With In-Law Suite
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Updated Home On 1.2 Acre Lot. 3+ Car Garage And 1 Car Detached Garage. 3 Beds | 3 Bath | $279,900
Aurora Yorkville Sandwich Aurora
Updated Inside And Out
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Granite Kitchen With SS Appls, Family Room With Fireplace. Partial Finished Basement. 4 Beds | 2.1 Bath | $267,500
Picture Perfect-Great Sunroom
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Awesome Floorplan. Gorgeous Kitchen Open To Family Room. Beautiful Master Suite. 4 Beds | 2.1 Bath | $259,500
A Personal, Private Retreat
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Outdoor Enthusiasts. 22 Acres Perfect For All Outdoor Activities. Hunting, Fishing, Camping. Land | $253,000
Updates And Upgrades
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Great Floorplan With Gorgeous Kitchen, Spacious Family Room. Huge Yard, Patio 3 Beds | 1.1 Bath | $219,900
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#20 Residential RE/MAX Team In Northern IL 2017!
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Luxury Townhome With Every Upgrade
Aurora | $434,900 | Stunning Home On Premium Corner Lot. Gourmet Kitchen With High End SS Appliances. Open Concept To Great Room With Vaulted Ceiling & Fireplace. Elegant 1st Floor Master Suite Has Spa Like Bath. 1st Floor Office. Upstairs There Is A Flexible Loft Area. Full Deep Pour Basement. Custom Paver Patio & Private Yard. Text P188507 to 85377 For More Photos & Info
Beautiful Home On Stunning Wooded Lot
SUGAR GROVE | $419,500 | Gorgeous Kitchen With Custom Built Cabinetry, Granite & SS Appliances Opens To Family Room With B/I Bookcases And Fireplace. 1st Floor Office And Mudroom. Spectacular Screened Porch Overlooking Private Wooded Yard! Upstairs Oversize Master Suite With Sitting Room& Luxury Bath. Full Unfinished Basement. Text P302351 to 85377 For More Photos & Info
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