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MLS# 11086003 - 303 Park Avenue West, Princeton, IL 61356 Price - $525,000 FEATURED PROPERTY
Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a prestigious Princeton property. This home, built in 1876 sits on 0.92 acres, features 5 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, and was designed to be neat and chaste rather than excessive and showy. Gorgeous hardwood flooring, intricate columns and corbels, 7-layer crown molding, built-in benches and pocket doors with etched glass are some of the outstanding features throughout. The home also features both Gentlemens and Ladies Parlors and front and back staircases! The kitchen has been updated with cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Outside is a 2784 sq. ft. 3-car, two-story garage with an upstairs game room and office. This home could be a great space for you and the separate garage has great potential for other uses. This property has never been sold on the open market since it was built. Now is your chance to own a part of the history of Princeton! Give Landmark Realty a call today!
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What you need to know before buying an air purifier PAGE 4
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21943 U.S. Highway 34 PRINCETON $285,000 4 BDRMS – 1 ½ baths #11144602
612 E. Peru St PRINCETON $329,000 6 BDRMS – 3 ½ baths #11155012
533 E. Marion St. PRINCETON $68,000 2 BDRMS – 1 ½ baths #11164118
113 S. Main SHEFFIELD $165,000 Commercial Property #11139025
1135 Sherwood Glen Dr. PRINCETON $335,000 5 BDRMS - 3 baths #11143988
108 W. Washington DOVER $65,000 1 BDRM, 1 baths #11147427
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9166 IL-Hwy. 71 HENNEPIN $1,400,000 4 BDRMS - 3 baths #11142069
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106 E. 5th St. WYANET $135,900 3 BDRMS – 2 baths #11093797
139 S. Park St. SHEFFIELD $73,000 2 BDRMS – 1 ½ baths #11144350
1909 Deerfield Road PRINCETON $249,000 3 BDRMS – 2 Baths #11161572
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128 E. First SPRING VALLEY $76,000 3 BDRMS – 1 bath #11143497
307 N. 1st PRINCETON $47,500 3 BDRMS – 1 bath #11146142
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608 Bryant Circle Dr. PRINCETON $399,900 7 BDRMS – 5 ½ baths #11137514
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10933 1890 East St. TISKILWA $199,900 4 BDRMS – 1 bath #11168250
802 S. 1st PRINCETON $229,000 3 BDRMS – 2 baths #11173325
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Breathe easy: What you need to know before buying an air purifier It’s easy to see how breathing cleaner air could improve overall health and well-being - and some independent studies do show a benefit from air filters and purifiers. In fact, some of the technologies now used in these devices have Air purifiers and filters can been scientifically proven to help reduce airborne contam- remove or destroy harmful inants, including viruses, in pathogens in the air. a home, office or other confined space. While an air pu- TYPES OF AIR CLEANERS Before you buy, learn about rifier by itself is not enough to protect people from COVID- the three primary types of air 19, according to the Centers cleaning technologies. for Disease Control and Pre HEPA (high efficiency vention (CDC), when used along with the other best particulate air) filters use a practices it recommends, op- woven filtration material to erating an air purifier can be trap particles like smoke, part of a plan to protect you dust and pathogens. Certified HEPA filters can collect and your family. (BPT) - More people than ever before are considering room air filters and purifiers to protect themselves against COVID-19 indoors. But do these devices really make a difference?
99.97% of particles of a certain size (0.3 microns in diameter or larger), which includes many viruses. Filters need to be changed on a regular basis and can be costly, so check the cost before you buy. While HEPA filters capture the most contaminants, they can also impede the volume of air that circulates. Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, (UVGI) also referred to as UV-C, uses a specific type of ultraviolet light that deactivates pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. It’s a technology that’s been tested and used in hospitals and healthcare settings for years. A UV-C purifier doesn’t just trap smoke and dust like
a HEPA filter: instead it inactivates viruses and other pathogens, rendering them harmless. While direct exposure to UV-C light can be harmful, it is safe when the UV-C bulb is completely concealed inside the unit, shielded from sight. For the most effective results, it’s important that the UV-C light is strong enough and the air exposure time is long enough. One UV-C purifier, the Airetrex 365, uses a 5-watt UV-C bulb for powerful exposure, with an air replacement rate of up to four times per hour in a 10’ by 10’ room. With average use, the bulb lasts up to two years. More details about UV-C technology
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from independent experts can in your selected space. For be found at airetrex365.com, example, if you only want to trap most large airborne parunder “Why UV-C.” ticles and allergens, a HEPA Ionization uses electricity filter might be sufficient. On to change airborne particles the other hand, if you’re confrom a positive to a negative cerned about viruses, like state, weighing them down the coronavirus that causes and causing them to drop COVID-19, you might confrom the air - effectively de- sider the more advanced feaactivating the virus particles. tures of an air purifier with a However, in the process, a UV-C light. potentially harmful byproduct called ozone is created. Any- OTHER CONSIDERATIONS You should also consider one considering this technology should check the Ozone room size before deciding on Parts Per Million rating (PPM) which air cleaner to purchase. to ensure it is below the Food Most manufacturers specify and Drug Administration’s maximum square footage for different models, according to limit of .005 PPM. their capacity to filter the air in a room of a particular size CAN YOU COMBINE in an hour. For homes, most TECHNOLOGIES? What about filters and purifi- heating and air conditioning ers that combine multiple tech- experts recommend that the nologies, like HEPA, UV-C air in a room be replaced or and ionization - would that exchanged close to three times produce even cleaner air? The every hour at a minimum. findings here are still unclear, Air purifiers work much betand more is not always better. ter in a closed or sealed room It’s best to focus on the versus a big open space. Most features and benefits most homes rely on natural ventiimportant to you - and how lation from doors, windows well different filtration com- and air leaks for fresh air, ponents can meet those needs unless the home has an air ex-
People with a condition like changer. Air purifiers can be particularly effective in homes asthma will benefit most from and where there is limited HEPA air filters, since they remove irritants like smoke, ability to add fresh air. dust and dander. All these elements can impact health. If WHAT FILTER WORKS BEST? The answer depends on you’re looking for a purifier to your needs. But the good news potentially reduce exposure to is that we can all breathe a pathogens and viruses, an air little easier with today’s ad- purifier with UV-C technology vances in home air-cleaning will likely process and sanitize more air in less time. technology.
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Peru – Spacious duplex with 2 bedrooms, Oglesby – Nice 2-bedoom, 1- bath home Peru – Spacious duplex with foyer, 2 Ottawa – Affordable 2-bedroom home 2 baths and 3-season room. with 1-car garage & storage shed. bedrooms, 2 baths & 2-car garage. with investment opportunity. #11166699 $350,000 #11166256 $89,900 #11166199 $350,000 #11163318 $94,900
Peru – Affordable 3-bedroom, 2-bath, Spring Valley – Affordable 2-bedroom LaSalle – Beautiful home contains 5 Peru – Home with 2 bedrooms, 1-car 1.5-story home in great location. home with enclosed front porch. bedrooms, 3.5-baths with abundant space. detached garage, enclosed back porch. #11161781 $135,000 #11161291 $85,900 #11160859 $475,000 #11153973 $84,900
LaSalle – Charming 3-bedroom brick Oglesby – Ranch style 3-bedroom, 1.5- LaSalle – This 4-bedroom home is perfect Lostant – Charming front porch, 4 bedrooms, home with new roof & covered porch. bath home with 2-car garage. for entertaining inside and out. 1.5-baths, 4-car garage, & extra lot. #11149195 $124,900 #11145560 $149,500 #11143249 $399,000 #11138182 $139,900
Oglesby – Spacious brick 4-bedroom, Tiskilwa – Rare opportunity for this Ladd – Spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-baths Varna – Beautiful home with 5 bedrooms, 4-bath ranch home with 2-car garage. 3-bedroom home on 28.42 acres. home with 2-car garage on corner lot. 3 baths and cathedral ceilings. #11136473 $251,400 #11135929 $640,000 #11134711 $124,900 #11131652 $285,000
Peru – Affordable 2-bedroom with LaSalle – Lovely 2-bedroom, 2-bath home Putnam – Private 2-bedroom home on LaSalle – Nice 2-bedroom, 2-bath, c-car enclosed front porch & fenced back yard. with updated kitchen. Lake Thunderbird with large lot. garage home on corner lot. #11126206 $54,500 #11124935 $129,000 #11106548 $114,000 #11092046 $109,900 6 August/September 2021 | Illinois Valley Homes | A NewsTribune Publication
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LaSalle – Cute 2-bedroom home on corner lot with 3-season room. #11076685 $59,000
Peru – Ranch 2-bedroom, 1-bath home being sold AS-IS, off street parking. #11071872 $75,000
Princeton – New construction home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & 3-car garage. #11068470 $322,000
Peru – Affordable 3-bedroom, 1.75 bath ranch with 2-car garage. #11059006 $92,000
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Granville – Move in ready 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with recent updates & garage. #11000583 134,900
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Oglesby – Ranch home, 3 bedrooms, Sheffield – Beautiful tongue & groove log large back yard & 2-car garage. home with open floor plan on 42+ acres. #10887400 $199,500 #10882648 $599,900
LOT LISTINGS Putnam – Lakeside lot in Lake Thunderbird with wooded setting & amenities........................#11133416........ $60,000 Putnam – Lake lot on finger of Lake Thunderbird, lake access & amenities .......................... #11133366........ $60,000 Streator – Corner lot, next to playground & pavilion, quiet subdivision .................................. #11070220.........$27,000 Princeton – Nice .92-acre lot just minutes north of town, located on asphalt road................. #11032382.........$17,500 Granville – Great building lot in quiet established subdivision, septic required...................... #10995406........ $35,000 Oglesby – Lovely ½ acres wooded lot, affordable building site in great neighborhood............#10896533........ $39,900 Oglesby – Great location, large wooded .34-acre lot, not far from new lake & park .............. #10896506........ $28,900 Oglesby – Almost ½ acre wooded lot, beautiful & affordable, nice neighborhood ................. #10896458.........$19,900 Tonica – Corner building lot, water & utilities to site, shed included.......................................#10829827.........$16,900 Utica -Affordable single-family lot with city sewer & water, restrictive covenants ..................#10775030........ $23,000 Putnam – Lake view residential lot, close to clubhouse & boat launch ..................................#10105633.......... $6,000 Utica – Residential building lot, city sewer & water, restrictive covenants............................. #08977584........ $25,000 Utica – Single family lot in established development with city water & sewer........................ #08762325.........$14,500 Utica – Large residential lot, close to interstate, city water & sewer, curbs, sidewalks .......... #08289764........ $28,500 Utica – Walking distance to historic downtown, large lot, curbs & sidewalks.........................#08289751........ $28,500 A NewsTribune Publication | Illinois Valley Homes | August/September 2021 7
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2021 Lake Of The Ozarks Shootout August 28th & 29th 2021 The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the US, named one of the nation’s eight “must-see” boat events according to Powerboat Magazine. The powerboat race will bring racers from all over the U.S. to compete for the Top Gun trophy. The event raises funds for eight Lake -area rescue teams and numerous other charitable organizations. Last year over $400,000.00 was raised. Boaters are encouraged to line up along the race course to see the boats reach speeds of nearly 200 miles per hour. It is also broadcast on Lake TV and local radio stations. Besides the boat races over the weekend, several additional Shootout events are held in the days leading up to the main event. The Shootout will take place at Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill in Sunrise Beach. For more information go to: www.lakeoftheozarksshootout.com or https://www.lakeexpo.com/calendar
368 Red Bird Rd. Lake Ozark, MO Opportunities Abound! Lakefront home with 3 bedrooms on the main level and an optional 4th bedroom, playroom or office on the lower level, with it’s own entrance. Coffered ceilings throughout the home. Included is an additional 7.8 wooded acres that reaches to HH, with a detached 2 car garage waiting to be a mancave, she-shed, or storage for your toys. Private drive with gate for added security. Fenced-in backyard for the little ones or furry ones. Beautifully landscaped and well maintained property. Located in the back of Workmen’s Cove. Quiet water at your dock. Time to Live, Love, and Lake! MLS# 3538042 $675,000
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How to show your appliances some extra love water and cover the entire inside cavity. After 20 minutes, spray with lemon juice or vinegar and wipe with a damp cloth until clean. Maytag cleaning experts actually advise against chemical oven cleaners, as these products contain harsh chemicals and release fumes that can linger in your oven long after cleaning is done.
hazard due to reduced airflow and overheating. Clean the lint screen after every use and the vent screen at least every two years.
(BPT) - This past year we’ve all made a few changes to our daily lives, but one thing has remained constant - your appliances. It’s easy to forget these machines are working hard in the background, but they’re always helping to keep your household running smoothly. Let’s give some extra love to our dedicated appliances, so they can keep performing at their best. Here are cleaning must-dos from Maytag appliance experts.
Refrigerators will benefit from regular cleaning every three months, inside and out. This helps maximize storage while maintaining a fresh environment for your groceries. Make sure to wipe down all surfaces and skip the harsh chemicals. Try white vinegar and baking soda to keep out unwanted chemical smells. Finish off by wiping the outside with soap and water or with a special cleaner like affresh Stainless Steel Cleaning Spray.
DEEP CLEANING FOR A FRESH START Deep cleaning your appliances may not be top of mind, but it’s important for them to have a good, thorough cleaning to keep everything looking like new.
A dirty oven not only looks bad but can cause unpleasant smells in the kitchen. Clean every part of your oven by removing all racks and soaking in hot, soapy water to Shelves are great for Dryers produce a lot remove any leftover food and grease. Next create a spread- of lint, and without proper every day, non-produce able paste of baking soda and cleaning can become a fire items. Group similar foods to-
ORGANIZING FOR A LESS STRESSFUL TOMORROW Did you know there’s a science to storing food in your fridge? Not only will your food stay fresh, but you Clean clothes require will stay more organized and having a clean washer. Follow could even save some money. these four easy steps every Here are the basics: 30 washes to help keep your Door storage should be washing machine clean. Clean the tub, clean the dispensers, reserved for less perishable clean in and around the door items such as condiments and soda. and lastly clean the outside.
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gether to eliminate the need for searching. Deli drawers have slightly colder temperatures than the rest of the fridge making it ideal for meats and cheeses. High humidity crisper drawers help thin skin produce like spinach and citrus fruits stay fresh, while low humidity crisper drawers are great for thick skin produce such as peppers and avocados. REPLACING PARTS FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE Many refrigerators have water filling stations, and the filter should be changed every six months. There is a quick way to replace your water filter in under five minutes. Once replaced, you can enjoy clean, fresh-tasting water. If dishes begin to have grit and grime after they’re cleaned, this can indicate that your dishwasher filter needs a cleaning. On select dishwashers, locate the filter at the bottom of the dishwasher. Remove it by turning it counterclockwise and
pulling up. Rinse out the filter progress of dishes. You can under the faucet to remove change your oven light in five most soils and debris, and once easy steps. clean, reinstall. Whether you’re a seasoned A well-lit oven is essen- homeowner or still figuring tial for efficiently tracking the out how to adult, cleaning is a
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3 dreamy deck building products that sidestep sky-high lumber prices (BPT) - According to a recent survey on the latest outdoor living trends, home improvement pros and deck building specialists tell Qualified Remodeler magazine that, “everyone is thinking about building something bigger, better, stronger and wider,” and that “homeowners are requesting increasingly larger, more customized decks.” The appeal of more expansive, retreat-worthy decks should come as no surprise considering the unencumbered enthusiasm for outdoor living that has swept the country over the course of a notably unprecedented year. If you also find yourself dreaming about building a sprawling deck to relax on this summer, first consider the type of building materials you’ll need to tackle the project. Lumber has been the traditional deck building material of choice, largely for its low upfront cost and familiarity. However, the series of lumber mill closures in the spring of 2020 wreaked havoc on the building industry’s supply chain, sending lumber prices through the roof. The outdoor living explosion has only further driven up the price. In fact, industry findings
from April 2021 reported the price of lumber had jumped to a record-breaking $1,048 per thousand board feet - up nearly 200% from the start of the pandemic. Demand for the commodity product is only poised to grow during peak outdoor living months.
Don’t let historically high lumber prices empty your wallet or material scarcity put your deck project on hold altogether. Innovative manufacturers are bringing wood-alternative offerings to the table that provide weatherability, premium performance and unmatched customization capa-
bilities. Consider these three alternative building products before you break the bank building your dream deck. 1. COMPOSITE DECKING One of the many allures of today’s composite decking is that it emulates the natu-
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ral wood grain aesthetic and richness that standard wood deck boards provide, but lacks the propensity to warp, crack or deteriorate over time. Because it’s incredibly resilient and can handle whatever Mother Nature throws its way, it will stand strong and look beautiful underfoot wherever you call home, from mountainous snow-shrouded settings to sun-parched desert landscapes. What’s more, composite deck boards are engineered to last longer than traditional wood decking. Leading brands offer products that can last 25 years or more, making these readily available boards a sustainable and cost-effective purchase when considering product longevity. With its impressive wood-emulation and enduring composition, composite decking is a smart choice for deck projects.
ering. In application, this means steel frame profiles will keep surface boards flat and smooth underneath your feet, safeguarding your investment. Not only does steel framing offer long-lasting support for your chosen deck boards, but it also offers a modern, highend aesthetic that’s rising in demand. While the rising price of pressure treated lumber and the current lumber shortage will certainly drive framing trends this summer the shift in mentality may be permanent, given steel’s impressive performance. 3. ALUMINUM RAILING While it’s certainly natural to gravitate toward a familiar railing material like wood as you finish out your deck project, an aluminum system can bring strength and personality to a larger deck at a cost-effective price point. A wholly customizable railing system, the aluminum panels of Al¹³ HOMEâ„¢ from Fortress Building Products can be personalized with an array of infill options - including cable and glass insets - to accommodate the vision behind your dream deck. What’s more, the system comes with an Accent Top Rail (ATR) and cap rail clips, and is dressed in a multi-layered anti-corrosion powder coating for a no-fuss solution. Not only does this ensure lasting style and safety around the perimeter of a deck, but it also helps create a finished deck structure that requires very little upkeep. For peace of mind, the railing is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. With its dreamy customization capabilities and strong warranty, this readily available aluminum railing solution is something your family can “lean” on this summer.
2. STEEL DECK FRAMING Once surface boards have been selected, it’s time to think about where your boards will rest. While pressure treated lumber is often the de facto deck framing material of choice, soaring lumber prices and availability concerns are now shedding light on alternatives like steel. Strong and durable, many are beginning to recognize how well steel performs as the underbelly of a deck system. “Since today’s wood-alternative deck boards are engineered to last for several decades, homeowners want enduring framing materials that can match the longevity of their surface boards,” said Toby Bostwick, VP of Product & Brand at Fortress Building Products. “The benefits of purchasing a steel framing system make a lot of sense from an investment standpoint, especially when factoring in material longevity, ongoing maintenance costs Build a bigger, better, stronand treated lumber’s current ger deck now market rate.” Framing with steel will also eliminate issues associated with moisture absorption, one of the most common reasons wood frame decks begin to show signs of decomposition. In fact, steel is resistant to most tangible threats, including rot and decay, fungi, pests (such as termites) and weath-
With today’s wood-alternative building products within reach, there’s no need to put your deck project on hold until debilitating lumber prices retreat. Instead, you can “deck” out your larger-thanlife outdoor living space with dreamy solutions that serve up performance and lasting style.
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