joliet remax: Homes Closed in Joliet for the Month of January, 2012 - 02/21/12 04:17 AM
Twenty-two homes sold during the month of January, 2012 in Joliet. Homes ranged from $100,000 to $175,000.
Of the twenty-two homes sold, 11 were foreclosures and 5 were short sales.
The average sold price was $139,366 with a list price average of $143,209. The sold properties closed averaging 97.32% of their final list price (FLP). This is only a 2.68% difference between property sales prices and their FLP's.
Average market time was 157 days.
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joliet remax: Buyers! Find Out If You Have Any Relatives That Are Realtors FIRST! - 01/29/12 01:55 AM
I'm posting this as public because I want it to be on my public post so buyers know what not to do.
Here's the story: I rec'd an email about a week about from Steve saying he wants to buy a townhome in Plainfield. I emailed him back and he forwarded his preapproval letter so I set him up on a search and we went back and forth on townhomes and Plainfield. I forwarded 2 school websites so they could make an informed decision for their 10 year old son on his schooling.
We were set to go out today at 11am … (58 comments)

joliet remax: Homes for Sale in Crest Hill, IL, REAL ESTATE - 11/17/10 12:19 AM
There are currently 67 single family homes for sale in Crest Hill, IL.  Average market time combined totals 193 days and average list price is $167,118.
19 of those homes have 2 or less bedrooms, have an average market time of 175 days and average list price of $165,974.
37 have 3 bedrooms, average market time of 194 days and average list price of $164,368.
10 have 4 bedrooms, average market time of 230 days and average list price of $177,690.
1 home has 5 or more bedrooms, average market time of 133 days and average list price of $184,900.
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joliet remax: Homes Sold in Joliet IL August 9-13, 2010 - 08/18/10 10:32 AM
Seven homes sold in Joliet during the week of August 9-13, 2010.
Three of these homes were foreclosures:
107 Edison Road - $25,400
621 W. Jefferson Street - $34,001
812 Horseshoe Drive - $71,000
One short sale sold:
2213 Capri Avenue for $94,000
Traditional homes sold:
820 Pearson Drive for $123,500
1401 Edgerton Drive for $139,900
700 Silverleaf Court for $178,000
For all your home buying and selling needs in the Joliet area, please call LaNita Cates with REMAX Realty of Joliet. Call 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com and sign up to view homes.
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joliet remax: Joliet IL Real Estate with REMAX Realty of Joliet - 07/04/10 02:40 PM
There are currently 464 single family homes in the Joliet market for sale priced from $101,000 to $200,000.  Whether you are looking for a ranch, bi-level or two story or 2/3 bedroom with 2 baths, there is a perfect house for you in Joliet! There are some incredible deals whether you are a first time homebuyer or an investor. Please call LaNita Cates with REMAX Realty of Joliet at 630-341-1545. Please visit www.lanitacates.com and sign up to receive listings each day.
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joliet remax: Bike the Drive in Chicago - 05/23/09 10:31 AM
Sunday May 24, 2009 from 5:30am - 12:00pm Lake Shore DriveLake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois Get Directions bike Lake Shore DriveSunday May 24, 2009See the city's famous lakefront and architecture; relive legendary memories at the site of the 1893 World's Fair or the site of Barack Obama's history-making election speech; breeze through lush parks; and come together with family and friends - all while biking on eight lanes and 15 miles of a tranquil Lake Shore Drive.The experience begins in Grant Park at Columbus and Jackson. From there, ride for miles in a bicycle utopia. View the entire route and ride … (2 comments)

joliet remax: 32nd Annual Festival of the Gnomes in Joliet, IL - 11/22/08 12:04 PM
See actors of all ages in live theatre as they tell of Gnome legend and
their good works for man and nature. Watch how they outsmart the Snotgurgle!
First year?  Gnome hats are here!
Every year after, the Grandma Gnomes sew on a tassel for free.
Visit the gift shop filled with many "gnomemade" treasures.
Try you luck in the raffle for two original, soft-sculpture hand-crafted Gnome dolls.
Come share in the family tradition to start your holiday!
Reservations highly recommended.
Tickets are still $3.00!
(815) 724-3761
December 6, 1:oopm and 3:30pm
www.bicentennialpark.org
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joliet remax: About Joliet IL, Part III - 11/22/08 11:15 AM
On May 24, 1926, the Rialto Theater opened, unveiling a stunning reflection of Greek, Roman and Byzantine architecture. Theatre-goers that night paid 50 cents to see the silent movie "Mademoiselle Modiste." Serving the public for years, the theater underwent a complete restoration in 1980 and continues to offer a wide selection of performances today.
The Louis Joliet Hotel, built in 1927 was the finest hotel in Joliet for its legendary elegance and luxury. The eight story hotel featured 225 rooms above a two-story central lobby and lounge complete with a large fireplace with a hand-carved mantel of Bedford stone. The hotel operated … (1 comments)