March Home Sales: Lemont Market Shows Increase; Median Price Rises Significantly

Year-over-year, Lemont saw a slight increase in the number of homes sold. The median home price rose significantly, according to the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors.

The 16 homes sold in Lemont during March 2013 represented a 23 percent increase over March 2012, when 13 homes were sold, according to the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors (MORe). While the number of homes sold increased slightly, the median price of homes sold in March rose significantly in Lemont. The median price increased 69.9 percent to $326,250 from $192,000 in March 2012. The market for detached, single-family homes in suburbs throughout DuPage County experienced notable sales gains in March, MORe reported. MORe gets its statistics from Midwest Real Estate Data. Hinsdale had the biggest percentage drop in the number of homes sold, with -37.9 percent fewer homes sold year over year. That adds up to 18 homes sold during March 2013 …

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$1.17 Million for Custom Kitchen, Traditional Styling and Luxurious Master Bath

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home currently listed for sale in our community. This week's home is located on Chicago Avenue in Downers Grove.

Address: 612 Chicago Ave., Downers Grove Cost: $1,169,000 Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square footage: 4,700 Built: 2010 Details: On the market 12 days, this home features traditional styling with neutral colors throughout. The kitchen has an island perfect for dining in, but also has an adjacent eat-in area. The kitchen has high-end stainless steel appliances along with its custom finishes. Throughout the home are custom wood finishes including custom wainscoting, crown moulding, built-ins and wood floors. The master suite features walk-in closets along with a large master bath with a walk-in steam shower. The home also has a newly finished sunroom and outdoor there is a paver patio for entertaining. The yard is fenced, according to the listing. …

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Real Estate: What $289,900 Buys You

Comparing and contrasting homes currently for sale. This week's homes are $289,900. The featured homes are from Lemont and Woodridge.

A three-bedroom, three-bath home built in 2012 and on the market more than 400 days is one option for buyers in Woodridge seeking to spend about $289,900. The home at 2567 Cedar Hill Lane has nearly 3,000 square feet of living space and features an open floor plan. In addition, the home has ceramic tile, 9-foot ceilings and a finished basement. The master suite has a walk-in closet, master bath with a soaker tub and walk-in shower. Presented by: The Hall Group, Coldwell Banker Residential-Hinsdale in the Village; 630-789-8280 A two-bedroom, three-bath townhome built in 2008 and in the process of interior updates is an option for buyers with a budget of $289,900 in Lemont. Once complete, the home at 1213 Prairie Lane will have granite …

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SOLD: Local Home Sales April 11 Edition

Find out which homes sold recently in Downers Grove, Darien, Lemont and Woodridge. This week's featured home is located on Durand Drive in Downers Grove.

A model home and new construction sold after nearly 250 days on the Downers Grove real estate market. The townhome at 5601 Durand Dr. sold for $620,000 recently, according to real estate records. The home has three bedrooms, two full baths and one half bath. In addition, it has a finished lower level with a fireplace, according to listing information.  The following home recently sold according to real estate records.  $257,000: 929 Chicago Ave. $365,000: 2231 Tamarack Dr. $205,000: 4915 Douglas Road $324,000: 324 Shady Lane $70,500: 548 73rd St., Apt. 104 $325,000: 13524 Spruce Court $360,000: 1029 119th St. $335,000: 14758 Ashford Dr. $254,000: 7202 Richard Road $75,000: 1501 Darien lake Dr. $100,000: 7901 Knottingham Circle, Apt. A $65,…

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$1.375 Million for Custom Bar, Sauna, Master Suite

Every week we feature a luxury home currently listed for sale. This week's featured home is located on Douglas Road in Downers Grove.

Address: 3964 Douglas Road, Downers Grove Cost: $1,375,000 Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 5 Square footage: 5,273 Built: 2007 Details: This home features a vaulted ceiling in the living room with a stone fireplace. The lower-level has a handcrafted pub-style bar with room for entertaining and additional space for a game room. According to the listing, the home underwent $200,000 in upgrades. The master suite features a large walk-in closet, a fireplace and a master bath with a spa-like bathroom. The listing also says the home has a sauna.  The kitchen has high-end appliances, a breakfast bar and adjoining dining area. In addition, the home has a formal dining room, with details including wainscoting and a tray celing. Outdoors the home has a deck and …

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Real Estate: What $725,000 Buys You

Comparing and contrasting homes currently for sale. This week's homes are in the $725,000 range. The featured homes are from Downers Grove and Darien.

Horse owners may want to consider this Downers Grove 4-bedroom, 4-bath home with a barn and paddock listed at $725,000. The home at 1102 Woodcrest sits on more than 2-acres of land. The home has more than 4,000 square-feet of living space. Inside the home it has wood floors, a living room with fireplace at its focal point. In addition, it has casual and formal dining spaces, area for an office and a three-car garage. Presented by: Gloria O’Marrah, Coldwell Banker; 630-852-1297 A 4-bedroom, 4-bath home with a sunroom and an exercise room is one option for homebuyers with a budget of $729,000 in Darien. The home, located at 1504 Evergreen Lane, has an updated kitchen with, stainless steel appliances, large island and eat-in dining area. The …

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SOLD: Local Home Sales April 4 Edition

A look at recent home sales in the Darien, Downers Grove, Lemont and Woodridge area. This week's featured home is located on Lake Avenue in Downers Grove.

A two-story home built in 2012 and completely new inside with more than 3,000 square feet recently sold in Downers Grove for $612,500. The home at 407 Lake Ave., was listed at $599,500, according to listing information. The home has four-bedrooms, three bathrooms and one half-bath. The master bedroom has a luxury master bath and dual walk-in closets.  The following home recently sold according to real estate records.  $45,000: 4220 Saratoga Ave., Apt. 1309 $70,000: 4033 Williams St. $380,000: 5820 Bunning Dr. $53,000: 4248 Saratoga Ave., Apt. 315 $230,000: 4829 Oakwood Ave. $200,000: 6513 Kensington Place $215,000: 800 Houston St. $236,000: 41 Lahinch Drive $267,000: 80 Tamaszewski St. $121:000: 1055 Ripple Rdg. $180,000: 1029 Ripple Rdg…

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Custom Kitchen, Master Suite and Outdoor Entertaining Space for $979,000

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home. This week's home is located on Sterling Road in Downers Grove.

Location: 3903 Sterling Road, Downers Grove Cost: $979,000 Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square footage: 4,096 Built: 2004 Details: Custom details fill this home’s 4,000 square feet. The home includes an eat-in custom kitchen, a formal dining room, dedicated office space and laundry room. The home also has a large master suite with a bathroom featuring his and her vanities. Wood floors can be found throughout and the home also has a balcony offering an overlook of the living room.   The home has been professionally landscaped and features a patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. Represented by: ERA Team Feinstein; Presented by: Michael Lafido Source: AOL Real Estate Find more Downers Grove, Darien, Lemont and Woodridge real estate information. …

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Real Estate: What $600,000 Buys You

Comparing and contrasting real estate in the Downers Grove, Darien, Woodridge and Lemont area. This week's homes are from Woodridge and Lemont and are in the $600,000 range.

A painted lady with details inside and out is one option for buyers searching for a home in Lemont with a budget of $600,000. The home at 1003 Walter St. was built in 2005 and features decorative details including wood mouldings, coffered ceilings and a tin ceiling in the kitchen. The five-bedroom, five-bath home has a total of 6,000 square feet of living space and includes a cook’s kitchen with custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar. Presented by: Christine Wilczek, Realty Executives Elite; 630-243-9500 A five-bedroom, five-bath home with 3,200 square feet of living space built in 2003 is an option for buyers willing to spend $619,000 in Woodridge. The home at 3250 Justamere Road was custom built and includes a …

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$1.4 Million for Custom Library, Marble Bath and Greenhouse

Every week we feature a luxury home in the Downers Grove, Darien, Woodrige and Lemont area. This week our home is from Downers Grove.

Address: 1609 35th St., Downers Grove Cost: $1,399,000 Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square footage: N/A Built: 1989 Details: This home offers custom interiors on more than two acres of property. The master suite includes a luxury marble master bath. It also features a dressing room. The great room has a vaulted timber ceiling with wood beams. In addition, the home features a sunroom and greenhouse. It also has a dedicated office with cherry cabinets and built ins. Other amenities include a screened-in porch, breakfast room and a comfortable den. Represented by: Brush Hill Realtors; Presented by: Beth Burtt Source: AOL Real Estate Find more Downers Grove, Darien, Lemont and Woodridge real estate information. What do you look for in a luxury home? …

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