CENTURY 21 E L S N E R R E A LT Y
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HOME Tour Yo u r D e k a l b C o u n t y R e a l E s t a t e R e s o u r c e Volume 8 Issue 4
Plan Now For The Spring Market! Call Today!
Elsner Realty DeKalb 815-756-1691 Sycamore 815-895-5345
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Dennis Maakestad, REALTOR® A Name You Can Trust 2016 Century 21 Elsner TOP PRODUCER
Elsner Realty
Your Full Time, Full Service Real Estate Professional 3507 CHICAGO RD, PAW PAW
Text R307793 to 52187 For More Info BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME on this 15 acre property near Paw Paw, Il. Can also be subdivided for 3 five acre properties. Property lined with trees. 2 silos. MLS # 09594893 $165,000
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Dennis Needs New Listings... Call To List Your Property Today!
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Check out Dennis' web page with ratings and testimonials at: www.century21.com - Search Dennis Maakestad Let Dennis put his years of experience to work for you!!
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In 2017 Dennis Worked With Many Great Sellers To List And Close These Properties! S
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3701 GREEN TREE LN, DEKALB
Dennis Also Would Like To Thank The Many Buyers He Was Privileged To Work With In 2017. Thank You Buyers & Sellers For Putting Your Trust In Me, Resulting In Another Great Year! I Hope To Work With YOU In 2018! Sincerely, Dennis Maakestad
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NMLS:191670
About Melissa Griffey I have over 28 years experience in the banking industry. I have personally facilitated over 5,000 mortgage closings and leverage that experience every day assisting my current clients. Through my extensive experience, I understand what is important from both the lenders’ and borrowers’ perspectives. With Guaranteed Rate, I have access to the most competitive rates and loan programs available today.
It’s Time To Find The Perfect Mortgage For You CALL MELISSA TODAY FOR A PRE-APPROVAL!
630-373-1051
$500 NMLS (Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System) ID 2611 • IL - Residential Mortgage Liscensee • IDFPR, 122 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1900, Chicago, IL 60603 312-793-300, 3940 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL 60613 #MB 0005932
CLOSING COST CREDIT*
*Credit valid through Guaranteed Rate for applications submitted after 5/18/2017 and prior to 5/18/2018. Coupon/Credit must be presented/mention at time of application. $500 credit will be applied at time of closing and is factored into the rate and APR. Applicant subject to credit approval. If loan does not close for any reason, costs will not be refunded. This offer and/or receipt of application does not represent an approval for financing or interest rate guarantee. This coupon cannot be redeemed for cash/has no cash value. Restrictions may apply, contact Guaranteed Rate for current rates or more information.
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Peggy Ireton, 815-751-4123
RealtorÂŽ
peggyireton@comcast.net
Elsner Realty
Buyers are looking for properties in Sycamore! If you are thinking about selling this spring, call me for a comparative market analysis. SYCAMORE
$135,000
HINCKLEY
$319,900
TEXT R445034 TO 52187 FOR INFO
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Ann McCormick
A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH! Historical home with leaded glass windows, beautiful open staircase, wood beamed ceilings and covered portico on a spacious lot. Ready for your upgrades!
Elsner Realty
PRIVATE 4 ACRE FARMETTE! Updated home with hardwood floors, original woodwork and updated bathrooms. Several outbuildings. Previously used for a dog grooming and boarding business. All furniture included.
(630)803-4000
First-time Home Buyer Specialist! 7 Reasons Why Winter Is The Best Time To Buy A Home: 1. Fewer Buyers to Compete With as Most People Think Spring is the Time to Buy. 2. Lower Inventory But Less Competition Since Fewer People Are Looking. 3. Prices Are Lower Because With Fewer Buyers in the Market, Supply Exceeds Demand. 4. Consider the Seller's Circumstances that Dictate a Winter Move. Job Transfer, Job Loss, Financial Issue, Personal Issue or Divorce. 5. Sellers Are Motivated and May Be More Willing to Negotiate. 6. Fewer Chances That There Will Be Multiple Offers on the House You Want. 7. Your Real Estate Agent Will Work Harder. Low Activity in the Winter Months Means You Have Their Undivided Attention.
Let’s Pull On A Winter Coat, Brave The Cold & Get Your House Hunt Started Today! Call Ann McCormick 630-803-4000
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Sue Elsner
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Could Your Home Be Here Next Year? Call Sue Today! $317,500
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Sue Elsner
Managing Broker cell
Elsner Realty
815.739.8796
C21SElsner@aol.com
View all photos and complete information when you text the listing code to 52187
DEKALB
Text R313446 to 52187 For More Info
LOADS OF CHARACTER! In the heart of the historic district. 4BR/3.5 Bath home with original charm, from the pegged HW flrs, abundant mouldings & trim, beamed family rm, updated kitchen w/breakfast nook, 3 FP’s & screened porch, all set on a 2/3 acre fenced corner lot surrounded by towering trees. $267,500
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Text R567348 to 52187 For More Info SPRAWLING all brick 3 BR/2 Bath ranch, offering over 1800 SF of living space, with features that include unique stone FP, updated kitchen & baths, full bsmt w/sauna & lg screened porch, set on a well landscaped corner lot w/2 car sideload garage. $179,900
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Text R360990 to 52187 For More Info INCOME PRODUCER! Unique property for an entrepreneur. 3 BR/1 Bath SF home w/full bsmt & 2 car garage is attached to a licensed 7 Rm Student House. Live in house and rent the rooms or rent all—income from Student House pays mortgage! $209,000
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Text R413405 to 52187 For More Info NOT A DRIVE BY! Much bigger than it looks, this 4 BR/2 Bath home offers over 1500 sf & features a large family room addition w/brick fireplace & slider doors to outside patio, as well as a 1st flr laundry, great yard w/mature trees and 2 car garage. $119,900
SYCAMORE
Text R489845 to 52187 For More Info CLASSIC HISTORICAL! Located on a double lot w/creek, just blocks from downtown, this gracious 4 BR/3 Bath home offers original HW flrs & trim, stained glass windows, 1st flr BR w/ full bath, country kitchen w/breakfast room that leads to multi tiered deck plus 2 car garage. $197,000
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Text R472412 to 52187 For More Info EASY LIVING! No sacrificing space in this 3 BR/2.5 bath townhome, featuring a huge eat in kitchen, formal DR, expansive LR w/brick fireplace, finished basement w/4th BR & 4th bath, all backing to a very private landscaped yard w/huge deck. $167,000
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Text R596094 to 52187 For More Info COTTAGE CHARM! Delightful 3 BR/2 Bath home, w/highlights including arched doorways, bow window & high ceilings. 1st Flr BR & bath, eat in country kitchen w/all appliances, enclosed south facing sun porch, full bsmt & 2 car garage. $99,900
Call Sue Today To List & Sell Your Home
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Linda Tillis
Century 21 Elsner Happy Homeowner Huskie
815-751-3159
lindatillis@gmail.com
Somerset Farm 55+ Condo
On Bethany Rd. between Peace and Somonauk Roads
COME AND VIEW THE MODEL
Designed and painted by Linda Tillis
ONLY 5 NEW CONDOS STILL AVAILABLE Of 96 Condos in Somerset 55+ Community
2 Bedroom, 2 Baths, Den and Sunroom: Over 1700 Sq. Ft.
3 Non-Basement: Base Price 2 Basement Units: Base Price
$213,900 $243,900
See New Park Area Landscape Design: Will be west of the entrance with walking paths, benches, bushes and trees.
Customize your new condo. Choose your location and options.
Closing Dates: January, February, March of 2018 Highest Quality Construction Without Compromise By Builder, Brian Grainger Sycamore
Open most Sundays: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Or Call Linda to Meet You Text R223896 to 52187 for More Info & Photos
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Linda Tillis
815-751-3159
Century 21 Elsner Happy Homeowner Huskie
lindatillis@gmail.com
Designed and painted by Linda Tillis
2018 Will Be A Great Year To Buy! 401 Joanne Ln, Dekalb
LARGE HOME! 4000 sq.ft. of finished space including the basement. Large newly fenced yard with no neighbors behind. Back deck spans entire length of house, accessed through sliding glass doors in great room, family room, and master bedroom suite. Upgraded kitchen and master bath. $183,900
909 South 7th, Dekalb
SCREENED FRONT PORCH, 2 season enclosed back porch, first floor master, first floor laundry room with washer and dryer. Over-sized 2 car garage with work area and pull-down stairs to large storage area above garage. $64,900
522 Joanne Ln, Dekalb
Coming Soon STATELY COLONIAL style brick home that has a warm, welcoming and cozy feeling inside. Screened porch, second floor deck to view 4th of July fireworks, and even an in-ground pool to enjoy. Located on large sweeping corner lot in a well established neighborhood.
55 Tygert Lane, Dekalb
Coming Soon STRIKING TRADITIONAL style brick exterior w/contemporary open floor plan. Charming front living room/den with a see-thru fireplace to the family room. 2-level deck & pergola. Finished lower level rec rooms open to stone patio. Views of acreage & pond.
604 Bayfield Dr, Dekalb
541 North 6th St, Dekalb
NEIGHBORHOOD LOT on Bayfield Drive nestled among well kept properties . Buyers, let’s find a builder so you can build a house just the way you dreamed. No home owner association fees. $27,750
TRADITIONAL STYLE home has been meticulously cared for and is ready to move right in. 2-3 season front porch with an old fashioned swing. New main level addition with den and full bath. First floor laundry area.
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HOME Tour Yo u r D e k a l b C o u n t y R e a l E s t a t e R e s o u r c e Volume 8 Issue 3
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Gayle Wuori 815-757-1107 Dekalb $68,000
My First Priority is Your Satisfaction! Elsner Realty
Email: gayle.wuori@century21.com
Broker Associate, GRI
Great Rental Investment
Text R594829 to 52187 For More Info & Photos
WELL-PRICED AND READY TO MOVE IN OR A GREAT PROPERTY TO PROVIDE RENTAL INCOME. Big living room, bedroom, office, entry room that could become a second bedroom. There’s a large eat-in kitchen with attractive retro cabinets. Full basement, 1-car garage. Screen house for parties or playroom, and storage shed for lawn equipment. Big back yard-fenced! Great value here!
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DAWN BAKER, Broker
815.739.7148
dawnrbaker@aol.com sellingdekalbcounty.com Quality Service Pinnacle Award 2014, 2015 & 2016 ELBURN
$18,500 PER ACRE
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GREAT LOCATION
COUNTRY LIVING
$115,500
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$191,000
CORTLAND
NEW LISTING
DEKALB
SPACIOUS
$160,000
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• Spacious Rooms • 2 Wood-Burning Fireplaces • Finished Basement
• Solid Construction • 1,680 Square Feet • .41 Acre Double Lot
• 16.7 Acres in Kane County • Build Your Dream Home • Gorgeous Country Setting DEKALB
LEE
$175,000
DEKALB
$219,900
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SOLD IN 6 DAYS!
• Family Room w/FP&Volume Ceiling • Finished Basement • Gorgeous Paver Patio & Firepit
• 3 BR Ranch on Corner Lot • Updated Mechanicals, Roof, Windows! • Finished Basement w/Rec Rm, Bar & Office
• Spacious Floorplan & Upgrades Galore! • Custom, Luxurious Master Bath • Stunning Unilock Paver Patio
What Buyers & Sellers Say About Dawn:
Elsner Realty
Anthony Cox Dekalb | Seller Rating Dawn is the easiest and the hardest working realtor I have ever dealt with. She answered all my calls right away and if she didn't know the answer she got back to me right away. She is a top notch person and a wonderful realtor!
Joshua And Chelsey Meyer | Buyer Rating Dawn was extremely helpful in all aspects of searching for and buying a home. We were on a tight schedule to find a house/move and Dawn was on top of everything and reminded us of all necessary deadlines. She is very knowledgeable in ALL areas. We could not have asked for a better experience in buying our first home!
Liane O’Keefe
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815-501-7798 www.SellingSycamore.com
Elsner Realty
Broker Associate, CRS, SFR, SRES, e-PRO
SYCAMORE • DEKALB • DEKALB COUNTY • NORTHERN ILLINOIS
DeKalb
4-Season Room
R587966
LOVELY RANCH townhome featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1st floor laundry, 4-season room, gas fireplace, basement and oversized garage. Many updates!
DeKalb
Full Basement
R519059
2,474 SQUARE FEET of finished living space. Lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with 2-story entry, large family room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar.
Clare
8.64 Acres
R553802
RARE FARMETTE and Sycamore Schools! 3,000+ sq ft ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4-season room and full basement PLUS a 53’ x 36’ Morton building.
Do you want to move? Sycamore
3-Unit
R533994
INVESTORS! Charming 3-unit close to downtown Sycamore in quiet residential neighborhood. All units rented. Many updates; one unit completed gutted and refurbished.
Sycamore
Adorable
R539621
CHARMING HOME, completely rehabbed in 2006: siding, roof, flooring, carpet, kitchen, bathrooms, laundry, windows, drywall, plumbing, AC/furnace.
Call me...together we can explore your options.
For Complete Information and Additional photos Text the Listing Code to 52187
Call today or visit my website
Shelley Rhoades
Mortgage Loan Officer
511 W. State Street Sycamore, IL 60178 Office: 815-754-5034 Cell: 815-761-9090 srhoades@ffni.com NMLS ID: 412715
www.fnbil.com/mortgage/srhoades
NEED A HOME MORTGAGE? LOOK NO FURTHER. • Loan options to meet your needs: Conventional, FHA, VA, Construction, USDA, IHDA, Jumbo and Portfolio Loans • Free pre-qualification and mortgage consultation • Excellent Rates, lock-in today
• Fast, easy closing process
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Linda Swenson 815-739-9582
Realtor, GRI
SLinda3@aol.com | LindaSwenson.c21.com
“Selling DeKalb County One Yard At A Time” HINCKLEY
Elsner Realty
$669,000
TEXT R562590 TO 52187 FOR MORE INFO & PHOTOS
BRING YOUR HORSES, HOBBIES OR BUSINESS! Great location just outside of Hinckley. 1O acre property is set up for horses with 30x90 insulted building, 3-12x12 box stalls, tack room, 12x12 feed room, wash rack & storage. Auto drinkers. Heated workshop with overhead doors. Out door riding arena, 3 fenced pastures. Large, updated home. Newer windows, roof, septic, furnace & AC. Master suite with dressing room and 3 closets & Full bath. Deck w/pergola. 3 car garage.
For A Free Estimate, Please Visit Our Website
www.SycamoreHardwoodFloors.com
Visit Our Facebook Page To See Photos Of Our Work
Linda Swenson
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Realtor, GRI
815-739-9582
SLinda3@aol.com | LindaSwenson.c21.com
Elsner Realty
“Selling DeKalb County One Yard At A Time” DEKALB
$385,000
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ONE OF A KIND custom built ranch with open floor plan, 3-car side load garage w/finished basement. On a 1/2 acre corner lot in Rivermist. This one owner home is the perfect home for entertaining! Grand foyer with office in the front. Separate dining room. Focal point fireplace in the great room which opens to a lovely kitchen with granite and SS appls and a large island. Off the kitchen is a sunroom, 30X18 paver patio w/built in gas grill and 18x16 section with a gas fire pit. Master Suite with 2 W-I-C. 1st floor laundry. Finished basement w/large great room, library, exercise room, full bath and 2 bedrooms. MALTA
$299,000
WATERMAN
$239,900
SHABBONA
$158,000
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2.96 ACRE FARMETTE! Built in 1930-remodeled in 2002. Sits on a Hill off a blacktop road. 4 BDR/2 BA, 1st floor laundry. Screen porch off the living room. 30X60 metal pole building, corn crib turned into a great man cave!
VICTORIAN HOME on historical Silk Stocking Row, built in 1901. Gingerbread moldings, marble faced fireplace, hardwood flrs, stained glass, turned staircase. Wrap around porch, carriage house Custom kitchen cabinets blend with the built-ins, granit, SS appls
RANCH HOME ON DOUBLE LOT on edge of town. Near Shabbona Lake State Park & Golf course. Home is on a slab with radiant heat floors. New roof2016, septic-2014. 3 car insulated, dry-walled det. garage. Large kitchen, enclosed porch.
HINCKLEY
WATERMAN
WATERMAN
$172,000
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UNIQUE, UPDATED HOME ON LARGE LOT! Country Subdivision. Larger than it looks. Expandable lower level with full bath & bedroom. 2 tiered deck. Newer kitchen.
$55,000
$45,000
TEXT P735996 TO 52187 FOR INFO
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COMMERCIAL LOT ON BUSY RT. 30! Great for retail or restaurant. Near Shabbona State Park, Indian Oaks CC, Aurora Sportsmen Club. Liquor license available. TIF district.
BEAUTIFUL ESTABLISHED RESIDENTIAL LOT! 1.12 acres. Tree lined & established trees. Build your dream home & hobby building. Indian Creek Schools.
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SMARTER BOLDER Elsner Realty FASTER
Considering Buying or Selling? Talk to us!
LOCAL POSTAL CUSTOMER
Our Agents use Multi-Media Marketing to Sell Homes! In Print, Online, Mobile & Social Media
www.Century21Elsner.com
815-756-1691 Follow us on Facebook
Dawn Baker 815.739.7148
Sue Elsner 815.739.8796 Managing Broker
Peggy Ireton 815.751.4123
Dennis Maakestad 815.739.5926
Ann McCormick 630.803.4000
Liane O’Keefe 815.501.7798
Linda Tillis 815.751.3159
If your property is listed with a real estate broker, please disregard. It is not our intention to solicit the offerings of other real estate brokers.
Linda Swenson 815.739.9582
Gayle Wuori 815.757.1107