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Friday, March 8, 2013

This is What $435,000 Will Buy You

For between $433,000 and $439,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Bolingbrook, the second is in Plainfield.

1. 1186 Betsy Ross Pl., Bolingbrook: Priced at $433,000, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom townhouse built in 2007. Located on a golf course, the open-concept ranch home has a finished basement and a first-floor utility room. The home's kitchen has corian counters, a breakfast bar, a center island and stainless steel appliances. The great room has vaulted ceilings, a fireplace and built-ins. Additionally, the basement has a fourth bedroom and a full bathroom. Realtor source/information: Melissa Garcia. 2. 12924 Skyline Dr., Plainfield: Priced at $439,000, according to listings. This is a five-bedroom, four-bathroom, single family house. The 3,413 square foot house was built in 2005. It has a two-story foyer with…

Thursday, March 7, 2013

Sold! Local Home Sales: March 7 Edition

A three-bedroom house in Romeoville recently sold for $108,000.

A three-bedroom, one-bathroom, single family house at 606 Nelson Ave., Romeoville, recently sold for $108,000. The 1,050 square-foot ranch house was built in 1959. It backs to a walking/bike trail, and part of the garage has been converted for extra living space. The home also has newer windows, exterior doors and siding. These other properties recently sold, according to public property records. Bolingbrook Plainfield Romeoville About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult the Bolingbrook, Plainfield and Romeoville Patch Real Estate Directories.

Friday, March 1, 2013

This is What $130,000 Will Buy You

For $130,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Romeoville, the second is in Plainfield.

1. 142 Gorman Dr., Romeoville: Priced at $130,000, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,192 square foot, single family house built in 2003. The home includes a combined living/dining room, a loft and a large family room. Its master bedroom has a private bathroom and a large walk-in closet, and the home also has a full basement. Laundry facilities are located on the second floor, and the house also has a two car garage. Realtor source/information: Bob Morgan. 2. 24236 Leski Ln., Plainfield: Priced at $130,000, according to listings. This is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,527 square foot townhouse built in 2004. The home has nine-foot ceilings on the main level, and its living room opens to the dining room. THe …

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Sold! Local Home Sales: Feb. 28 Edition

A four-bedroom house in Plainfield recently sold for $442,500.

A four-bedroom, five-bathroom, single-family house at 27030 Thornwood Blvd., Plainfield, recently sold for $442,500. The 4,313 square foot house was built in 2005. Its gourmet kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances, and the first-floor guest suite has a full, private bathroom. Additionally, the two-story family room has a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and the professionally landscaped yard has a paver patio. These other properties recently sold, according to public property records. Bolingbrook Plainfield Romeoville About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult the Bolingbrook, …

Friday, February 22, 2013

This is What $395,000 Will Buy You

For between $389,900 and $395,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Bolingbrook, the second is in Plainfield.

1. 1939 Moraine Rd., Bolingbrook: Priced at $389,900, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, 3,381 square foot house built in 2009. The home's gourmet kitchen has granite counters, a back splash, a center island, stainless steel appliances, a double oven, custom blinds and 42-inch maple cabinets. The master bedroom suite includes a walk-in closet, and the home includes wood floors and a two-story extended family room. Realtor source/information: Shahzana Ripp, (815) 483-7773. 2. 15528 Dan Patch Dr., Plainfield: Priced at $395,000, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,904 square foot house built in 2004. The home has a center entry with a two-story foyer, stone floors in the entryway and …

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Sharon Paul

9:32 am on Wednesday, March 13, 2013

You are so right and the mayor of Romeoville thinks nothing about kids having something to do for free to keep them off the streets. He wants to have Halloween parties for adults and close Safety town for the kids in the neighbor hhod. Time he goes away. The tax payers pay more money for the police and fire department to drive around town and for personal use and then the tax payers of Romeoville…   more ›

Thursday, February 21, 2013

Sold! Local Home Sales: Feb. 21 Edition

A four-bedroom home in Bolingbrook recently sold for $215,000.

A four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, single-family house at 172 Hillside Dr., Bolingbrook, recently sold for $215,000. The 2,351 square-foot house was built in 2003. It has a two-story foyer, a first-floor office/den and laundry facilities. Additionally, the home's kitchen has stainless steel appliances. Outside, the property includes a trex deck, a brick paver patio and a large, landscaped backyard.  These other properties recently sold, according to public property records. Bolingbrook Plainfield Romeoville About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult the Bolingbrook, Plainfield and …

Friday, February 15, 2013

This is What $179,900 Will Buy You

For $179,900, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Romeoville, the second is in Plainfield.

1. 69 Kentland Dr., Romeoville: Priced at $179,900, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, single-family house. The 2,000 square foot house was built in 2000. The home has new hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms, as well as an updated kitchen. The family room has a fireplace and office area, and the recently-painted home also has neutral carpeting. Additionally, the home has a sub-basement. Realtor source/information: RE/MAX Suburban, (847) 259-0202. 2. 5906 Alpine Way, Plainfield: Priced at $179,900, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, single-family house. The 1,750 square foot house was built in 2003. The home's main level has new carpet, and the kitchen island and …

Thursday, February 14, 2013

Sold! Local Home Sales: Feb. 14 Edition

A four-bedroom house in Plainfield recently sold for $236,000.

A four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, single-family house at 12161 White Oak Dr., Plainfield, recently sold for $236,000. The home's kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a five-burner stove, an island and tile back splash. The home has hardwood floors throughout most of the first floor, and the updated half-bath has a granite counter and a tile floor. The home also has second-floor laundry facilities and a finished basement. These other properties recently sold, according to public property records. Bolingbrook Plainfield Romeoville About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? …

For the future

7:18 am on Thursday, February 14, 2013

Hope this isn't their idea of the housing market recovering, and sales increasing? Sounds like they got a lot for a little. Today's plainfield houses seam to be selling for the same price they were 8-9 years ago in a lot of subdivisions.   more ›

Friday, February 8, 2013

This is What $425,000 Will Buy You

For between $424,900 and $429,900, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Bolingbrook, the second is in Plainfield.

1. 4 River Hills Ct., Bolingbrook: Priced at $424,900, according to listings. This is a five-bedroom, four-bathroom, single-family house. The 4,102 square-foot house was built in 2009. The home includes a fireplace in the family room, a loft and a nine-foot full walkout basement. Additionally, the gourmet kitchen has granite counters, and the home also has a grand morning room, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors and columns in the family and dining rooms. Realtor source/information: US Realty, (847) 592-7421. 2. 24715 Woodstock Dr., Plainfield: Priced at $424,900, according to listings. This is a five-bedroom, four-bathroom, single-family house. The 3,364 square-foot house was built in 2002. The home's foyer includes a turned staircase, and …

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Sold! Local Home Sales: Feb. 7 Edition

A four-bedroom house in Romeoville recently sold for $165,000.

A four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, single-family house at 351 Dartmoor Ave., Romeoville, recently sold for $165,000. The 1,900 square-foot house has new appliances, a two car garage, a basement and a second-story laundry room. Additionally, the home's master bedroom has a private bathroom. These other properties sold in the past few months, according to public property records. Bolingbrook Plainfield Romeoville About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult the Bolingbrook, Plainfield and Romeoville Patch Real Estate Directories.

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