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AURORA $275,000 Nestled on a quiet cul-desac lot. Featuring hardwood floors, fireplace and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Newer siding, windows and HVAC. Full partially finished basement. 2 car garage. District 204 Schools. 3 BDR/2.1 BA
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SANDWICH $280,000 Spacious and sprawling quality built ranch with open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and new carpeting. Family room fireplace. Dream kitchen with granite, SS appls. 3 beds on the main floor, 3 in finished basement. 3 full updated bathrooms. Entertaining basement. 6 BDR/3 BA
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OSWEGO $344,900 Luxury living at its in finest. Builder model quality craftsmanship. Boasting architectural ceilings, hardwood floors & oak railings. Great room with fireplace. Gourmet kitchen, sunroom. 1st floor master suite and laundry. Full basement. Beautiful clubhouse community. 1 year home warranty. LOFT+ 3 BDR/3 BA
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NORTH AURORA $408,750 Situated on a sizable & premium lot backing to the prairie grasses & water views. Soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, brick fireplace, 1st floor office. Formal living and dining rooms. Huge 2 story family room with a wall of windows. Gourmet kitchen. Full deep pour basement. Paver patio, 3 car garage. 4 BDR/3.1 BA
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5,400 SqFt, Gourmet Kitchen, 2 Story Great Rm Potential In Walk Up Unfinished Space. Bsmnt $875,000 | 5 BDR/4.1 BA | Paula 630-251-5155
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