PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Absolutely stunning townhome in Arboretum Park! Completely & meticulously updated by the owners! Just move right into this nearly 1600 sq ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with large 2-car garage. Open floor plan with large vaulted living/great room with skylights opening to dining room. So much natural light! Custom tiled gas fireplace. Updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, custom tile floor &stainless steel appliances. Huge master suite with new flooring in master bath. Bedrooms 2 & 3 are generous sized. (2 comments)
real estate: Updated Ranch home in Geneva
- 09/09/18 10:39 AM
Ideally Located Ranch Home in Sunset Meadows of Geneva 1140 Western Ave, Geneva, Illinois 60134 4BR/2BA ranch home priced at $349,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Gorgeous updated 4BR/2BA ranch home on over half acre. So close to downtown, shopping & Metra. Walk to Sunset Park Pool& grade school Inside boasts re-finished hdwd floors, updated kitchen w/ granite c-tops, under cab. lighting, & nice size eat-in area. Formal dining rm opens to huge great rm with stone fp, bay window & access to backyard patio. Beautiful master suite w/ slider to outside and huge walk-in closet. Nice master ba w/ tiled floor (5 comments)
real estate: How Supply and Demand Impacts Real Estate Values
- 09/05/18 08:27 AM
Let's look at that concept over time in the real estate market. The price of any item is determined by the supply of that item, as well as the demand for that item in its market. The same is true in real estate. As the inventory of homes available for sale shrinks, and the demand that buyers have for those homes continues to grow, prices increase. As supply decreases and demand increases the price of an item goes up.
On the other hand, as supply increases and demand decreases the price of an item goes down.
Let's look at that (0 comments)
real estate: Updated St Charles Home in The Knolls
- 09/04/18 08:52 AM
3,600 Sq Ft Updated St Charles Home on 2 Acres 41W970 Woodland Dr, St Charles, Illinois 60175 4BR/3.1BA two story priced at $425,000 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Completely updated secluded and spacious 4BR/3.1BA home offering 2 wooded acre & 3,600 sq ft of living space! 2.5-car garage, shed, horse barn, huge deck with built-in seating plus a private balcony off the master suite. Neutral modern decor, new carpet and wood floors, fresh interior paint, tons of natural light. Expansive living room, formal dining room, gourmet eat-in kitchen complete with granite countertops and top of the line stainless appliances including Fisher & (2 comments)
real estate: St Charles Custom Home on 2+ Acres
- 09/04/18 08:45 AM
5,700 Sq Ft St Charles Custom Home 4N165 Pheasant Run Dr, St Charles, Illinois 60175 4BR/3.2BA two story priced at $699,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Absolutely gorgeous custom home on over 2 wooded acres! Over 5700 sqft. of finished living space. Meticulous craftsmanship throughout. Huge 2 story foyer welcomes you. Hdwd floors leading to large dining rm w/ wainscoting & transom windows. 1st floor office w/ blt-ins & brick fp. True gourmet kitchen, Viking apps, heated marble floors, granite counters & custom crafted cabinetry & 2-sided stone fp to stunning 2 story family rm w/ coffered ceiling. Walls of windows offering (4 comments)
real estate: Custom Home in Deer Run of St Charles
- 09/04/18 08:37 AM
St Charles Custom Home on 1+ Acre 39W771 Deer Run Dr, St Charles, IL 60175 4BR/2.1BA custom ranch home priced at $359,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Beautiful custom built ranch on a mature landscaped 1+ acre lot in Deer Run of St. Charles! This 4 bed/2.1 bath home has been meticulously maintained. Wainscoting & crown moldings throughout! Welcoming foyer opens to huge great room drenched in natural light. Large dining room w/ chair rail & tray ceiling. Kitchen boasts wood floors, solid surface countertops, crown molding & skylight. Cozy eat-in area with bay window. Family room w/ floor to ceiling brick (2 comments)
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Remarkable 4BR/2BA ranch home on large landscaped lot walking distance to McCollum Park! Quiet neighborhood, close to shopping, dining, schools and transportation. Covered front porch, huge backyard with spacious patio perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Step inside to find a neutral modern decor, vaulted and beamed ceilings, hardwood floors and tons of natural light. Updates include a brand new roof, newer vinyl windows and new electrical. Inviting living room with adjacent dining room offers peaceful views. Roomy (3 comments)
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Gorgeous custom home in desirable Hunt Club of St. Charles! Over 3500 sqft of finished living space! Meticulous craftsmanship. Welcoming foyer w/ hdwd flrs, formal living rm- hdwd flrs & crown molding. Dining rm features custom molding, wainscoting & hdwd. Kitchen boasts granite counters & granite island, tiled backsplash, stainless apps, & custom milled cabinetry w/ crown accents. Large fam.rm, volume ceiling, floor to ceiling brick fp., custom blt-ins & bay window. So much natural light! 1st (5 comments)
real estate: End Unit Townhome For Sale in Aurora
- 08/15/18 09:54 AM
Aurora Townhome Backing to Pond and Illinois Prairie Path 2448 Wilton Ln, Aurora, IL 60502 2BR/2BA end unit townhome priced at $159,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Gorgeous end unit ranch townhome! Fantastic location! Backs to pond and Illinois Prairie Path! Close to Aurora Outlet mall, shopping, dining and I-88. Neutral decor, tons of natural light, vaulted ceilings and more! Spacious 2-story living room/dining room combo. Large eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet and counter space. Master suite complete with private bath. 1-car garage, private backyard patio with peaceful views, all appliances included! Nothing to do here but move in and enjoy. (2 comments)
Many are saying homes are not as affordable as they have been in the past.
Let's take a look at the Housing Affordability Index. The higher the number, the more affordable it is.
Homes were more affordable from 2009 - 2015 simply because that's when distressed properties dominated the market.
Without that anomaly, housing is more affordable now than it has been since 1990.
As home prices continue to rise due to a lack of inventory, many people are becoming more concerned about housing affordability. Taking a look at NAR's Housing Affordability Index puts that concern to (2 comments)
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Meticulously maintained 2,900+ sq ft home in Grand Pointe Meadows of West Dundee. Beautifully landscaped lot directly across from park and playground! Covered front porch, 2nd floor balcony and 20x15 brick paver patio perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Step inside to find a pleasing neutral decor, 2-story ceilings and tons of natural light. Inviting living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with hardwood floor, Cherry cabinets, center island and stainless steel appliances. 2-story family room with floor-to-ceiling (2 comments)
real estate: Remodeled 3,700 Sq Ft Home in Lisle
- 08/06/18 11:48 AM
Stunning Lisle Home on Estate Size Wooded Lot 4619 Schwartz Ave, Lisle, IL 60532 4BR/3.1BA home priced at $489,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Stunning home tucked away on estate size wooded lot! Over 3700 sqft of fin. living space! Meticulously updated. Remodeled kitchen/baths/flooring and expansive great room addition and master bedroom suite. Inviting front porch welcomes you. Inside, you’ll find a large dining rm with a large picture window. Gorgeous kitchen w/granite counters, custom maple cabinets, crown molding, built in wine rack and under cab lighting. Huge vaulted family rm w/ wood floors , stone fp & three exterior glass doors (6 comments)
real estate: Updated Home in High Meadow of Naperville
- 08/06/18 10:13 AM
Naperville Two Story Backing to Forest Preserve 5324 Coneflower Dr, Naperville, IL 60564 4BR/2.1BA two story priced at $464,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Updated High Meadow two story on premium landscaped lot backing to forest preserve & Dupage River Trail. 2,800+ sq ft including a full finished basement! 2-car heated garage with new epoxy floor & opener, paver front porch and large stamped concrete patio. Step inside to find an inviting living room, formal dining room w/hardwood & tray ceiling, updated gourmet eat-in kitchen w/hardwood, island, granite & new stainless steel appliances. Spacious family room offers floor-to-ceiling brick gas log fireplace (1 comments)
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As the spring market approaches, there are over 170 homes for sale in Batavia, Illinois.
Some neighborhoods offer home buyers more options than others. As of Monday, March 12, 2018, here are the top 5 neighborhoods in Batavia with the most homes for sale.
#5 Breton Manor There are currently 3 homes for sale. #4 Harvell Farms & Mill Creek These two neighborhoods are tied with 4 homes a piece. #3 Barkei Farms 6 homes are for sale in this popular neighborhood. #2 Woodland Hills There are 8 homes for sale here. #1 Tanglewood Hills With 14 homes for sale, this is (2 comments)
real estate: 628 Philip Dr, Bartlett IL
- 07/19/17 09:56 AM
3,800+ Sq Ft in Greens of Villa Olivia 628 Philip Dr, Bartlett, Illinois 5BR/3.1BA two story home priced at $554,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Over 3,800 sq feet of living space in this stunning home in Greens of Villa Olivia! Gorgeous golf course views and quiet cul-de-sac location. Professionally landscaped lot with 3-car attached garage and large backyard deck. Step inside to find neutral decor and hardwood floors throughout the entire home. Inviting living room, formal dining room, gourmet eat-in kitchen offering granite countertops, center island with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and custom backsplash. Family room with brick fireplace and peaceful backyard (5 comments)
real estate: 247 Valley View Dr, St Charles IL
- 07/18/17 02:02 PM
2700+ Sq Ft Home in Traditions at Harvest Hills 247 Valley View Dr, St Charles, Illinois 5BR/3.1BA two story home priced at $359,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION 2700+ sq ft 5BR/3.1BA two story home in desirable Traditions at Harvest Hills! Unbeatable location walking distance to Otter Cove water park. Inviting landscaped lot offers a large backyard deck and patio, mature private trees, plus room to play. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand new roof. Step inside to find a huge open floor plan and hardwood floors throughout the main level. Inviting living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances (5 comments)
real estate: 529 De Lasalle Ave, Naperville IL
- 07/18/17 01:02 PM
Gorgeous Custom Home in Knoch Knolls 529 De Lasalle Ave, Naperville, Illinois 5BR/4BA brick and cedar Georgian priced at $549,900 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Gorgeous 5BR/4BA custom home on large lot in desirable Knoch Knolls! Backs to elementary school. 4600+ sq ft of living space with finished walkout basement - unheard size in this neighborhood. Welcoming front porch, large backyard deck and 3-car side load garage. Step inside to find vaulted & 2-story ceilings, hardwood floors and more. In-law arrangement with 2 master suites, 1 on first floor with full bath and one upstairs with luxury bath. Tons of closet space! Inviting living (3 comments)
real estate: 369 Towne St, Gilberts IL
- 07/18/17 09:56 AM
Spacious Ranch Home in Dunhill Estates 369 Towne St, Gilberts, Illinois 4BR/3.1BA ranch home priced at $249,500 Tour this home now
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Spacious 4BR/3.1BA ranch home in desirable Dunhill Estates neighborhood. Gorgeous brick & vinyl exterior, large landscaped lot complete with deck, shed and playset. Newer roof, AC and windows! 2-car attached garage with pull-down stairs to attic. Step inside to find wood laminate floors, generous room sizes and more. Large and inviting living room, separate dining room, eat-in kitchen and roomy family room with brick fireplace. Master suite with private bath. Full partially finished basement offers a rec room, bar area, bonus room, (3 comments)
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