This is What $475,000 Will Buy You

For $475,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is in Lemont, the second in Darien.

This is What $475,000 Will Buy You

For $475,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is in Lemont, the second in Darien.

1. 13688 Cambridge Dr., Lemont: Priced at $475,000, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom, single-family house built in 2002. The home's master suite has a private bathroom and a walk-in closet. The home's kitchen has cherry cabinets, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Additionally, it has a family room with a fireplace, as well as an office on the first floor. There is also a pool in the backyard. Realtor source/information: Christine Wilczek 2. 1505 Evergreen Ct., Darien: Priced at $475,000, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, single-family house built in 1998. The 3,200 square-foot house has new hardwood floors in the foyer, study, power room and kitchen. Additionally, the …

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Sold! Local Home Sales: Dec. 20 Edition

A four-bedroom house in Downers Grove recently sold for $375,000.

A four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, 2,164 square-foot single-family house at 4505 Linscott Ave., Downers Grove, recently sold for $375,000. Built in 1944, the home has hardwood floors, newer windows and an open floor plan. The home's kitchen and bathrooms have been updated, and its yard is professionally landscaped. Additionally, the home has a Juliet balcony and a two-car garage. These other homes sold recently, according to public property records. Downers Grove Darien Woodridge Lemont 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 Downers Grove, Darien, Woodridge and Lemont Patch Real …

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This is What $300,000 Will Buy You

For about $300,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Lemont, the second is in Woodridge.

1. 440 Wexford Drive, Lemont: Priced at $299,900, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,833 square-foot single family house build in 1994. The two-story house has a porch, deck and balcony, a full roughed-in basement, fireplace, granite counters, oak railing, two-story living room, hardwood floors throughout, central vacuum, three-car garage, large back yard and upgraded lighting. Realtor source/information: Smith & Partners Realty Group, Plainfield. 2. 3308 Parkside Dr., Woodridge: Priced at $299,900, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,076 square-foot single family house built in 1986. The two-story house has skylights, a fireplace, a large basement and a roomy two car garage. …

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This is What $620,000 Will Buy You

For around $620,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Lemont, the second is in Darien.

1. 12595 Thornberry Dr., Lemont: Priced at $619,900, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom, 3,800 square foot, single family house built in 2007. The home has a nine-foot walk-out full basement, mahogany oak floors, and custom-made railings and staircase. Additionally, the home has cathedral ceilings in the family room, a stone fireplace and a bonus room in the master suite. The home's kitchen has custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Realtor source/information: Terri Theodore, Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell - Lockport. 2. 2009 S. Frontage Rd., Darien: Priced at $609,900, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom, 5,500 square-foot, single family house built in 1991. The …

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This is What $299,000 Will Buy You

For about $299,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Darien, the second is in Downers Grove.

1. 18w050 Rodgers Ct., Darien: Priced at $299,500, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,310 single-family home built in 1969. The completely renovated home has a new tear-off roof, solid six-panel doors, hardwood floors, light fixtures and appliances. The home also has a new granite fireplace and counter tops, and the walls are skim-coated and newly painted. Realtor source/information: Kathy Meyer. 2. 632 Chicago Ave., Downers Grove: Priced at $299,000, according to listings. This is a five-bedroom, one-and-a-half bathroom single-family house. The Cape Cod-style house has a detached garage, a finished basement, new floors and new carpet. It also has a new bathroom, fresh paint and a large deck located off of the…

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This is What $500,000 Will Buy You

For $500,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first one is in Lemont, the second is in Woodridge.

1. 13171 Meadow Hill Ln., Lemont: Priced at $500,000, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom single-family house built in 1997. The home's kitchen has granite counters and the family room has a full brick-wall fireplace. Additionally, the first-floor master suite has a private bathroom with dual vanities, a whirlpool tub and a walk-in closet, as well as hardwood floors. The home also has a full and finished basement, and a three-car garage. Realtor source/information: Christine Wilczek, Realty Executives Elite. 2. 2 Abbey Ct., Woodridge: Priced at $499,900, according to listings. This is a five-bedroom, three-bathroom, 3,760 square-foot single-family house built in 2003. The brick house is located on a cul-de-sac as …

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This is What $149,000 Will Buy You

For about $149,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first one is in Darien, the second is in Downers Grove.

1. 8313 Portsmouth Dr., Darien: Priced at $149,900, according to listings. This is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom, 700 square-foot condo built in 1972. The townhouse-style condo has a private entrance, a deck, halogen lighting, and a garage. Additionally, the living and dining rooms has maple Pergo laminate flooring. The home's kitchen has new white cabinets, new appliances, and ceramic tile flooring, and the bathroom has a new vanity Kohler high-rise toilet. Realtor source/information: Quin OBrien 2. 5930 Belmont Rd., Downers Grove: Priced at $149,900, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family house built in 1965. The tri-level house includes ceramic tile in the foyer, hardwood flooring, and a kitchen that has…

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This is What $300,000 Will Buy You

For $300,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first one is in Woodridge, the second in Darien.

1. 3312 Creekside Ct., Woodridge: Priced at $300,000, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,546 square-foot home. The home includes updates to its roof, windows, blinds, doors, furnace, air conditioning, and garage door. It also has skylights and vaulted ceilings. Additionally, the home's master bedroom has a walk-in closet, and double sinks, a shower and a whirpool tub. Realtor source/information: Max Kolbeck, Coldwell Banker. 2. 1016 Oak Fern Ln., Darien: Priced at $299,900. This is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom townhouse. The 2,500 square-foot house was built in 1987. The home includes an eat-in kitchen with skylights, a fireplace in the living room, and a dining rom. Additionally, its master bedroom …

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This is What $400,000 Will Buy You

For $400,000, you could buy one of two comparably-priced homes. The first one is in Woodridge, the second in Downers Grove.

1. 8814 Duke St., Woodridge: Priced at $400,000, according to listings. This is a five-bedroom, four-bathroom single-family house. The 3,346 square-foot house was built in 1997. The home includes a family room that adjoins the kitchen and breakfast room, a fifth bedroom/study on the main floor, and four bedrooms upstairs. Its lower level features a bathroom, kitchen and storage. The home also has large living and dining rooms. Realtor source/information: Marie McCall, Coldwell Banker. 2. 4505 Linscott Ave., Downers Grove: Priced at $400,000, according to listings. This is a four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom single-family house. The 2,164 square-foot house was built in 1944. The house includes hardwood floors, newer windows, and updated…

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