geneva il homes for sale: Buying or Selling in Geneva IL? Who Should You Trust? - 01/11/12 01:09 PM
If your are thinking of buying or selling a home in Geneva, you are going to get a lot of advice from a lot of different people. Everyone from the ice cream scooper at Grahams to your dentist to your Zumba class instructor at the Geneva Park District has a real estate story to tell.
The real estate market in Geneva is pretty healthy: in 2011 prices and sales stayed consistent with 2010 numbers. But the market hasn't recovered sufficiently to make all worries just disappear. The average market time for a home in Geneva is about 220 days, but many houses remain … (6 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL Market Report | Single Family Homes | December 1, 2011 - 12/06/11 10:22 AM
Geneva IL Market Report | Single Family Homes | December 1, 2011 The Geneva single family home real estate market is finishing up with good results in 2011. The total number of sales is slightly lower and the average sold price is lower than in 2010.
254 closed sales in 2011 versus 266 in the same period in 2010 The average sold price is $309,356 in 2011 versus $341,524 in 2010. The good news is that the number of bank-owned and short sales (12%) in Geneva is much lower than in Chicago metro area (40+%).   If you would like to information about buying … (0 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Eagle Brook Geneva IL Homes for Sale New Listings - 11/29/11 02:04 PM
Eagle Brook Geneva IL Homes for Sale: New Listings Eagle Brook in Geneva IL offers lovely single family homes set around the Eagle Brook Golf Course. The community has numerous playgrounds, parks, picnic areas and a baseball diamond.
Homes in Eagle Brook sell from the upper $300,000s to about $600,000. There have been 12 closed sales of homes in Eagle Brook in 2011….see more.
Eagle Brook Country Club offers a great place for Geneva families to enjoy the lovely environment year ’round.
If you are thinking of buying a home in Eagle Brook, check the latest listings and then email me or give me a call at … (1 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Buying a Home? Questions to Ask - 11/27/11 06:39 AM
Questions to Ask When Buying a Home in Geneva, IL
Most people start their home search by looking online at dozens of  Geneva homes for sale. Future Geneva homeowners debate the merits of decks vs. patios, hardwood flooring vs. carpeting, and whether a finished basement is a "must" for their decision.
Since there are many perfectly nice homes for sale in Geneva, a home buyer should also make sure that a home is "buyable" before they fall in love. Here are just some of the tough questions you should ask before writing an offer for a home in Geneva IL.
1) Can the homeowner pay off the … (15 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL Foreclosure Properties for Sale - 09/24/11 04:05 AM
Geneva IL Foreclosure Properties for Sale If you are thinking of buying a home in Geneva IL you may have thought about buying a foreclosure property. Foreclosures (also called REOs) are usually bank-owned properties, although some are owned by government institutions like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac or HUD. Each foreclosure seller will have their own very specific procedures, contracts and forms for the sale of the home. 
A Geneva IL foreclosure can be a great deal if the buyer can realistically evaluate the condition of the home.  Deferred maintenance and poor condition can end up costing more than most people realize. … (0 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Downtown Geneva IL "Walk to Train" Homes - 09/14/11 03:59 PM
Even people who don't commute into Chicago every day enjoy living in the Geneva IL area that locals call "walk to train". In addition to the Metra train station, downtown Geneva has over 200 charming shops and restaurants.
Everyone loves Graham's for homemade chocolates and ice cream. One of our favorite new places is The Latest Crave, a darling bakery shop that makes the most delicious gourmet cupcakes.
The historic Geneva downtown area offers tree-lined streets with vintage homes, ranging from quaint bungalows to ornate Victorians. Within a one mile walk of downtown Geneva are a variety of neighborhoods.
Traditional … (2 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Thinking of Renting Your Geneva IL House? Consider This Advice - 08/27/11 03:37 AM
If You Can't Sell, Are You Thinking of Renting Out Your Geneva IL House? Some homeowners in St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia IL are wondering if they should rent out a house that they can't sell in this market, especially if they have already moved and the home is sitting vacant. We have very little rental housing here in the Fox Valley, so there is certainly consumer demand for nice rentals.  This post from Keeping Current Matters gives homeowners some very useful advice to consider before they renting their home. 
I am a Geneva IL real estate agent who can help … (4 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: I Want a $500,000 House for $300,000 - 08/14/11 04:40 PM
People sometimes have a hard time deciding what they want in a house. “I want a $500,000 house for $300,000″ said the buyer after the fifth trip out.  Hmmm…at each house we have judged and debated the rooms, layout, paint colors, features and location. One house is too big, the next too small, another needs a new roof or major updates to the kitchen and baths. Some are too far from work while others are on busy streets.
After spending many, many hours online and a fair number of hours out looking, this buyer seems no closer to finding a house … (15 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL Market Report, July 1 2011 - 07/07/11 04:16 PM
Geneva IL Market Report, July 1 2011 Summer is in full bloom in Geneva IL and the real estate market is showing strong sales performance. There have been 117 closed sales of single family homes so far in 2011.
If you are thinking of buying a home in Geneva IL you will be pleased to learn that there are 253 Active listings today. Here are all the Geneva IL homes for sale. Eaglebrook is a popular golf course community that offers custom homes priced from $400,000 up to $700,000. Eaglebrook homes that are priced well are selling quickly in 2011. The … (2 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Historic Homes in Geneva IL - 06/05/11 04:39 PM
Historic Homes in Geneva IL Geneva IL is well known throughout the Midwest for the charming downtown area filled with shops and restaurants. Geneva was originally settled in the mid-1800s as a farm community but in the late 1800s, wealthy Midwesterners  moved to Geneva to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Fox River Valley.
This lovely home at 1010 S Batavia Ave was built in 1928. The traditional Georgian style offers 15 rooms on three floors with 6 bedrooms and 6.2 bathrooms. The home on 1.25 acres is priced at $1,150,000, while the 200 x 100 adjacent lot is priced … (7 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL Market Report, May 15 2011 - 05/15/11 02:38 PM
Geneva IL Market Report, May 15 2011 Are you interested in homes for sale in Geneva IL? If you are thinking of buying a home in Geneva IL you will be pleased to learn that there are 250 Active listings of single family homes to choose from.
There are 62 homes under contract today compared to 41 from just six weeks ago.

If you would like a detailed report on home sales in your Geneva IL neighborhood or subdivision please give me a call at (630)945-7935. If you would like to receive weekly emails with independent market research from Altos … (0 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL Home Sales Report, May 1 2011 - 05/10/11 04:53 PM
Geneva IL Home Sales Report, May 1 2011 The warm days of summer are approaching and Geneva IL is filled with eager home buyers and hopeful home sellers. The warm Spring days are perfect for showings of the homes for sale in Geneva IL.
 
There are 60 homes under contract today compared to 41 from just a month ago.

If you would like a detailed report on home sales in your Geneva IL neighborhood or subdivision please give me a call at (630)945-7935. If you would like to receive weekly emails with independent market research from Altos Research, click … (0 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Historic 15 Room Geneva IL Estate on 1.25 Acres - 05/01/11 04:21 PM
Sometimes you have the opportunity to represent a truly special property and this is one of them. This elegant red brick Georgian at 1010 Batavia Avenue (Route 31) is situated on a 1.25 acre lot in the most sought-after historic neighborhood in Geneva IL. The home has wonderful warmth and character with three full levels of light-filled rooms. The property features a four car garage, traditional gardens, a pool and old-brick paver terraces. The adjoining 200 x 100 lot at the corner of Hawthorne and Ray is available with purchase of the home for $399,000 or separately for $420,000. Proudly listed … (9 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL “Old and Charming” Homes - 04/16/11 07:23 PM
Geneva IL “Old and Charming” Homes Geneva IL is located just 35 miles west of Chicago and is well known throughout the region as a charming historic town. The downtown area offers tree-lined streets with vintage homes, ranging from quaint bungalows to ornate Victorians.
The charming shopping district offers over 200 specialty shops and restaurants. Restaurants like Wildwood offer fine dining in a relaxed setting, and the bar area has great music in the evening. Locals and visitors love Graham’s 318 for chocolate treats and really great desserts.
People like to live in downtown Geneva because of the shopping, restaurants and … (2 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL Luxury Historic Homes - 04/16/11 05:43 PM
Geneva IL Luxury Historic Homes Geneva IL is well known throughout the Midwest as a charming town of lovely residential neighborhoods that surround a downtown area filled with shops and restaurants. Geneva was originally settled in the mid-1800s as a farm community but in the late 1800s, wealthy Midwesterners  moved to Geneva to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Fox River Valley. Geneva’s homes are primarily styled after New England homes of the 18th and 19th centuries, including stately Georgians and graceful Italianate mansions.
Today, there are a number of luxury historic homes for sale  in Geneva. If you would … (3 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Fisher Farms in Geneva IL New Listing at 3352 Hillcrest Rd - 03/29/11 05:40 AM
Fisher Farms Geneva IL New Listing Fisher Farms in Geneva IL is a lovely subdivision located about 45 miles west of Chicago. Fisher Farms is just west of Randall Road and is close to Geneva Commons. Residents of Fisher Farms enjoy the spacious parks and can walk to the local elementary school.
This lovely home at 3352 Hillcrest Road in Geneva has just been listed by Katie Hemming and Joanne Spagnola of Baird & Warner Real Estate.  The home offers over 3100 square feet plus a very nice finished basement. The fenced yard has a large paver patio.
If you would … (0 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL "Walk to the Train" Homes for Sale - 03/29/11 04:49 AM
Geneva IL "Walk to the Train" Homes for Sale Geneva IL is located about 40 miles west of Chicago. Incorporated as a city in 1887, Geneva is now a growing suburb of close to 20,000 residents. Geneva is well known throughout the region as a charming enclave sited along the Fox River.  Geneva has a central historic district that is carefully preserved by the local residents and business owners. Vistors should stop in at the Geneva History Center  to learn about the early pioneers and community leaders. The downtown area offers tree-lined streets with vintage homes, ranging from quaint bungalows to … (3 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: FOX RUN GENEVA IL HOMES FOR SALE - 03/17/11 07:25 PM
The lovely subdivision of Fox Run is located on the east side of Geneva IL and is about 15 minutes from Naperville. Fox Run adjoins the Fabyan Preserve. Fox Run is home to 92 custom homes set on a bluff overlooking the Fox River. Homes in Fox Run are priced from about $500,000 to $800,000.
The subdivision is organized as a loop with some small streets leading off the main loop road. The subdivision is self-contained and very peaceful. There is a playlot that opens onto the walking path to the Fox River and  dowtown Geneva. Many families spend warm summer … (2 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Eagle Brook Geneva IL Homes For Sale - 03/03/11 03:56 PM
Eagle Brook in Geneva IL offers over 500 custom single family homes set around parks, wetland preserves and the Eagle Brook Golf Course. Eagle Brook Park on Bent Tree Drive has a playground,  picnic area and baseball diamond. Fargo Park has a playground with lots of fun play equipment.
Eagle Brook Country Club offers a great place for Geneva families to enjoy the lovely environment year ’round.  Goldfers of all skill levels enjoy the driving range and the challenging 18-hole golf course. There are four plexi-cushion tennis courts, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts and a indoor fitness room center. During the … (4 comments)

geneva il homes for sale: Geneva IL Market Update | Single Family Homes | December 10 2010 - 12/11/10 02:21 AM
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