st charles: Latest Homes for Sale in St Charles - 07/06/15 05:46 AM
These St Charles IL Homes Just ListedWith home prices on the rise, and interest rates on the uptick, home buyers are out in force and trying to find something fast.
Savvy home sellers know this and inventory is increasing.  We've even started to experience multiple offer situations.
If you're looking to move, make sure you get a head start on finding the latest homes for sale!
 
Did you know you might not be seeing every home that's out there?  Every site; Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, they all have different rules on how and when they update, even which homes they can display.
 
Through our website at … (0 comments)

st charles: Kane County New Construction Up 81% - 03/04/15 03:21 AM
 
Chicago Agent Magazine unveiled a great infographic today detailing new home sales in the Chicagoland area.
Did you know Kane County ranks #2 for the most new home sales?
Sales of new construction homes have remained stagnant throughout the Chicago area since 2012.  There have only been two counties with substantial growth in this market since 2009, Will and Kane counties.
The new construction real estate market has seen slow increases in ALL Chicagoland counties since 2012 but Will county saw a 95% increase and Kane increased 81%.
Check out this infographic from Chicago Agent Magazine.

As this part of our market … (0 comments)

st charles: Rise in Tri-Cities Townhouse Market Signals Sales Boom - 02/18/15 01:49 AM

Last month saw a 62% increase in the number of attached homes (condos & townhouses) for sale in the tri-cities of St Charles, Geneva and Batavia Illinois.
This could be a signal of increased sales in the months to come.
The majority of homeowners getting off the fence and deciding to put their townhouse on the market are looking to move up to a larger home.  Growing families, a more stable job market and a positive economic outlook are unleashing these pent up sellers.  They realize that now is the time to make the move.
Batavia is seeing the strongest increase with 17 … (0 comments)

st charles: Home Prices Continue to Rise in Fox Valley - 01/28/15 03:52 AM
Sale prices on single family homes rose in all three of the tri-cities this past month.

The average sales price in December was up again for homes in St Charles, Geneva and Batavia.  Find out how much they rose...
The tri-cities experienced a 1.57% increase in the average sales price over December of 2013.  That's a 3.86% gain since December, 2012!  Currently, the average sales price for a home in the tri-cities is $348,364.
Let's take a look at how that breaks down by city.
ST CHARLES
As you can see, the average sales price in St Charles is at $389,140, a 1.2% gain for the year.  Since 2012 home … (2 comments)

st charles: Fox Valley Real Estate Starts Year Strong - 01/09/15 08:54 AM
The Fox Valley real estate market started 2015 strong with over one hundred new listings coming on the market!

One sure sign of consumer confidence in our local real estate market is the number of sellers putting their home on the market this week.  Here's a breakdown of activity by city;
St Charles 38 South Elgin 13 Geneva 12 Batavia 10 North Aurora 9 Sugar Grove 6 Elburn 4 Click on any of the city links above to view the newest homes on the market.
As we've been posting for the last month, winter is a prime time to sell your home, and if you're in the market to buy now … (0 comments)

st charles: New Construction Homes For Sale in the Fox Valley - 04/21/14 03:06 AM
New Construction Homes For Sale in the Fox Valley
The new construction market is on the rebound!  New construction homes in the Fox Valley are on the rise and those looking to treat themselves to a brand new home without the worries sometimes associated with an older home have plenty of options!
Home builders are once again breaking ground and crafting some beautiful homes in Geneva, Batavia, St Charles IL and surrounding areas.  The Fox Valley offers many areas where new construction homes are being built. 
Take advantage of the advances in green building technology!  New homes are less expensive to maintain due … (1 comments)

st charles: Real Estate Open Houses in The Fox Valley for 2/22/14 - 02/21/14 02:38 AM
Geneva, St Charles and Batavia IL Real Estate Open Houses

The following is a list of all homes with a real estate open house scheduled for Saturday, February 22nd and Sunday, February 23rd, 2014.  This list was pulled from Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) on Friday, February 21st, 2014.
 
BATAVIA IL
1653 Naperville Ln  4BR/3.1BA home priced at $529,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-4pm. 1535 Barkei Dr  4BR/3.1BA home priced at $529,900.  Open Sunday from 1pm-2pm.
2292 Bird Ln  5BR/4.1BA home priced at $565,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-3pm. 629 Lusted Ln  4BR/5.1BA home priced at $974,900.  Open Saturday from 12pm-2pm.  
GENEVA
2345 Vanderbilt Dr  2BR/2BA … (0 comments)

st charles: Real Estate Open Houses in The Fox Valley for 2/8/14 - 02/06/14 11:47 PM
Geneva, St Charles and Batavia IL Real Estate Open Houses

The following is a list of all homes with an open house scheduled for Saturday, February 8th and Sunday, February 9th, 2014.  This list was pulled from Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) on Friday, February 7th, 2014.
 
BATAVIA IL
808 Viking Dr  4BR/3.1BA home priced at $282,000.  Open Sunday from 12pm-2pm. 2404 Hunt Ln  5BR/3.1BA home priced at $535,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-3pm.
 
GENEVA
2345 Vanderbilt Dr  2BR/2BA home priced at $175,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-4pm. 2244 Pepper Valley Dr  4BR/4BA home priced at $359,000.  Open Saturday from … (0 comments)

st charles: Luxury Housing Market in Kane County Up 50% - 02/05/14 03:39 AM
Luxury Homebuyers Are Back
Sales of luxury homes across the nation are on the rise.  The Midwest region has seen the second largest increase with 2013 sales up 36.4% over 2012.
These numbers look at homes priced over $1 Million.  The Northeast led the way with a 45.3% increase!
Scroll down for a look at how Kane County, IL and the tri-cities did.
 

 
Sales of luxury homes in Kane County, Illinois rose 50% in 2013.  There were 18 homes over $1 Million that sold, compared to 12 in 2012.
Luxury sales doubled in each of the tri-cities, though … (2 comments)

st charles: How's the real estate market in Cambridge, St Charles IL [INFOGRAPHIC] - 02/04/14 08:42 AM
Real Estate Market Snapshot for the Cambridge Subdivision in St Charles, Illinois
Located on the east side of St Charles is the popular Cambridge subdivision.  Around 25-30 families move into or out of this subdivision every single year.  Let's take a look at what the real estate market is doing here.
We've prepared an infographic to go over some of the major points, but before we get to that, let's look at a few smaller things of note...
The average home in Cambridge, according to the last 12 months of data pulled from Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED), offers 4 bedrooms … (0 comments)

st charles: Home For Sale in Cambridge, St Charles IL - 01/31/14 07:13 AM
Gorgeous Updated Colonial Home For Sale

1010 Banbury Ct, St Charles IL
4BR/1.1BA Colonial priced at $264,900
 

Video of Home For Sale in Cambridge, St Charles IL
 
This gorgeous updated Cambridge Colonial home sits on a large fenced cul-de-sac lot and is sure to please!  Fabulous curb appeal is provided by the beautiful landscaping and brick & vinyl exterior.  Step inside to find an inviting living room with ventless gas log fireplace flanked by solid oak bookcases.  The adjacent formal dining room is the perfect place for those special meals with friends and family.  Wait until you see the … (1 comments)

st charles: Real Estate Open Houses in The Fox Valley for 1/25/14 - 01/24/14 05:24 AM
Geneva, St Charles and Batavia IL Real Estate Open Houses

The following is a list of all homes with an open house scheduled for Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th, 2014.  This list was pulled from Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) on Friday, January 24th, 2014.
 
BATAVIA IL
2404 Hunt Ln  5BR/3.1BA home priced at $535,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-3pm. 2752 Lusted Ln  4BR/5BA home priced at $900,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-3pm. 629 Lusted Ln  4BR/5.1BA home priced at $1,099,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-3pm. 1052 Schonback Ct  4BR/5.1BA home priced at $1,375,000.  Open Sunday from 1pm-3pm.  
CAMPTON … (0 comments)

st charles: Where's your favorite Fox Valley sledding spot? - 01/22/14 01:27 AM
There's sleds in them there hills!
With a snowy winter upon us now, it's past time to break out the toboggans, sleds and tubes and head for the slopes!
It seems like it started snowing the day after Christmas and hasn't let up.  Every day or two there are snowflakes in the air.  Let's not even mention this polar vortex thing...  We've had a few warm-ish days now.  Have you had a chance to get out with the family and go sledding?
I know the folks up north (and I mean those in Wisconsin) like to refer to us in Illinois as "flat … (0 comments)

st charles: St Charles IL Home Sales Report [INFOGRAPHIC] - 01/21/14 11:29 PM
Existing Home Sales Report for St Charles IL 2013
Here's a quick snapshot of existing home sales data for St Charles, Illinois.  The infographic below compares 2013 to 2012.
As you can see, real estate sales performed much stronger in 2013 as the market stabilized and began a growth trend which we expect to continue through 2014.
Both total home sales and prices were up for the year.  Distressed property sales were up a bit while housing inventory fell.  A drop in housing inventory bodes well for sellers as this translates into higher sales prices and potentially quicker market times.  For buyers, this means your agent needs … (0 comments)

st charles: Townhouse For Sale in Harvest Hills, St Charles IL - 01/12/14 02:14 AM
Fabulous Harvest Hills Townhouse
255 Grand Ridge Rd, St Charles IL
2BR/1.1BA Townhouse priced at $189,900

 
View a video of this townhouse for sale in Harvest Hills, St Charles IL
 
Fabulous 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhouse in popular Harvest Hills!  Step inside to find wood laminate flooring throughout the main floor.  The inspiring two story living room offers a great place to catch up with friends and loved ones as you enjoy a warm fire in the gas log fireplace and take in the peaceful backyard views.  Enjoy special meals in the adjacent formal dining room or let the … (2 comments)

st charles: New Construction in St Charles IL - 01/09/14 04:37 AM

Custom and New Construction Homes For Sale in St Charles Treat yourself to a brand new home without the worries sometimes associated with an older home.
 
Home builders are once again breaking ground and crafting some beautiful homes.  St Charles offers many areas where new construction homes are being built.
 
Take advantage of the advances in green building technology!  New construction homes are less expensive to maintain due to their superior energy efficiency.
 
Buying new construction in St Charles IL still offers you a final new home walk through prior to closing.  Plus, many builders offer exceptional home … (0 comments)

st charles: Townhouse For Sale in St Charles IL - 01/01/14 03:20 AM
Mint Condition End Unit Townhouse For Sale

533 Pheasant Trl, St Charles Illinois
2BR/1.1BA End Unit Townhouse priced at $177,500
 

Video tour of townhouse for sale in St Charles IL
 
Move right in to this mint condition 2BR/1.1BA end unit townhouse in convenient Pheasant Run Trails.  You’re going to love the convenient east side location close to shopping, schools, transportation and more.  Step inside this brick and vinyl two story to find a pleasing neutral decor and open floor plan.  Relax in the spacious living room with bamboo floors, gorgeous stone fireplace complete with gas logs and sliding glass … (3 comments)

st charles: St Charles IL Short Sale Bargains - 12/30/13 01:07 PM

Updated list of short sales in St Charles If you're willing to look past some lengthier escrow times, short sale homes for sale in St Charles offer great potential savings!
 
Some advantages to purchasing a short sale property include;
 
Great financial value, sometimes below market value Banks may further lower the final purchase price depending on the appraisal You could end up in your dream home for an unbelievable price
  Visit our site for a list of updated short sales for sale in St Charles.  If you want to take a look at any of these, or just have questions … (0 comments)

st charles: Luxury Homes For Sale in St Charles IL - 12/26/13 02:51 AM
Updated list of high-end homes for sale in St Charles  

 
St Charles, Illinois offers a plethora of luxury homes for sale.  Whether you're looking for a humble home with plenty of acreage, a castle with all the finest amenities, or a secluded retreat surrounded by nature and wildlife, we have the home for you!
 
Numerous celebrities have chosen to call St Charles IL home over the years, both as their primary residence and as a quiet getaway.  Discover the gorgeous architecture and quality craftsmanship available throughout the area.
 
Living in a luxury home is like constantly being … (0 comments)

st charles: Ranch Homes For Sale in St Charles IL - 12/23/13 02:06 AM
Updated list of single story homes for sale in St Charles

Ranch homes offer numerous advantages to your typical two story.  Aside from the obvious mobility convenience for seniors, ranch homes for sale in St Charles IL have a lot to offer.
 
Floor plans tend to be more open. You won't find a lot of wasted space in a ranch home. Ranches are easier to heat and cool than their alternatives. As mentioned, ranch homes for sale in St Charles IL offer easier maneuvering for those with limited mobility. Ranch homes offer a safer environment for your family. More convenient - … (0 comments)

 
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