Century 21 Elsner Home Tour Volume 9 Issue 1

CENTURY 21 E L S N E R R E A LT Y

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HOME Tour Yo u r D e k a l b C o u n t y R e a l E s t a t e R e s o u r c e Volume 9 Issue 1

Plan Now For The Spring Market!

Call Today!

Elsner Realty DeKalb 815-756-1691 Sycamore 815-895-5345

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Sue Elsner

Managing Broker cell

Elsner Realty

815.739.8796

C21SElsner@aol.com

View all photos and complete information when you text the listing code to 52187

SYCAMORE

Text R489845 to 52187 For More Info

CLASSIC HISTORICAL! Located on a double lot w/creek, just blocks from downtown, this gracious 4 BR/3 Bath home offers original HW flrs & trim, stained glass windows, 1st flr BR w/ full bath, country kitchen w/breakfast room that leads to multi tiered deck plus 2 car garage. $189,900

DEKALB

Text R636468 to 52187 For More Info Dollhouse Alert! This all brick 2 BR/1 Bath oozes charm, from the hardwood floors to the knotty pine paneling. New roof, fenced yard, full basement (partially finished) and garage. Looking for someone to come in and make it their own! $114,900

DEKALB

DEKALB

Text R472412 to 52187 For More Info EASY LIVING! No sacrificing space in this 3 BR/2.5 Bath townhome, featuring over 2200 SF. Offering a huge eat in kitchen, formal DR, expansive LR w/brick fireplace, finished basement w/4th BR & 4th bath, all backing to a lovely landscaped yard w/huge deck. $167,000

DEKALB

SALE PENDING Text R360990 to 52187 For More Info SPRAWLING all brick 3 BR/2 Bath ranch, offering over 1800 SF of living space, with features that include unique stone FP, updated kitchen & baths, full bsmt w/sauna & lg screened porch, set on a well landscaped corner lot w/2 car sideload garage. $179,900

DEKALB

Text R686248 to 52187 For More Info WELL LOVED! This 3 BR/1 Bath has been home to the sellers for 71 years, and they have kept it up, w/newer furnace, central air, roof, electrical & water heater. HW floors, built ins cabinets, enclosed front porch, full basement and 2 car garage. $108,900

SYCAMORE

SALE PENDING Text R489845 to 52187 For More Info INCOME PRODUCER! Unique property for an entrepreneur. 3 BR/1 Bath SF home w/full bsmt & 2 car garage is attached to a licensed 7 Rm Student House.

Live in house and rent the rooms or rent all—income from Student House pays mortgage! $209,000

Text R596094 to 52187 For More Info GORGEOUS SETTING! Backing to a heavily treed park, this 4 BR/2.5 Bath home offers great views & privacy! HW flrs, sliding barn doors, FP, huge vaulted sunroom, full finished basement, brick paver patio, all sitting near the end of a dead end street. $239,900

The Market is Moving...Are You? Let Me Help!

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Thinking About Selling?

Now Is A Great Time To Sell Your Home!

Homes Are Selling Quickly And Inventory Is Low!

What Is Your Property Worth?

Call For A Free No Obligation Market Analysis Today!

815-501-7798

Liane O’Keefe

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Broker Associate, CRS, SFR, SRES, e-PRO

Full-Time, Honest and Professional Service Comprehensive Marketing Plan Enhanced Internet Exposure Interior/Exterior Pictures and Virtual Tour CRS Designee - The Ph.D of Realtors

www.SellingSycamore.com

SYCAMORE • DEKALB • DEKALB COUNTY • NORTHERN ILLINOIS

DeKalb

4-Season Room

R587966

LOVELY RANCH TOWNHOME featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1st floor laundry, 4-season room, gas fireplace, basement and oversized garage. Many updates!

Sycamore

3-Unit

R533994

INVESTORS! Charming 3-unit close to downtown Sycamore in quiet residential neighborhood. All units rented. Many updates; one unit completed gutted and refurbished.

Elsner Realty

Sycamore

Adorable!

R539621

CHARMING HOME, completely rehabbed in 2006: siding, roof, flooring, carpet, kitchen, bathrooms, laundry, windows, drywall, plumbing, AC/furnace.

For Complete Information and Additional photos Text the Listing Code to 52187

Ann McCormick

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Elsner Realty

(630)803-4000

First-time Home Buyer Specialist!

Rochelle

Coming Soon!

4 Tips For Getting Your Home Listing-Ready 1. Curb Appeal - A well kept yard, an inviting front porch and a clean driveway will make buyers want to see more.

2. Clean, De-Clutter and Simplify - Do a deep clean, remove clutter, organize closets, remove personal items.

3. Refresh The Interior - Light, neutral paint will make rooms appear larger and match any decor. Update outdated fixtures and cabinet hardware.

ADORABLE 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath home with huge fenced in yard! Super close to schools, parks, and all the best of Rochelle.

Located in USDA 0% Down Program Area!

4. Call Ann McCormick - We will put together a plan to get your home listing-ready. My aggressive marketing plan will ensure it sells quickly and for the best price!

Gayle Wuori 815-757-1107 Dekalb $415,000

My First Priority is Your Satisfaction!

Elsner Realty

Email: gayle.wuori@century21.com

Broker Associate, GRI

On The Cover

Text R703591 to 52187 For More Info & Photos

BEAUTIFUL HOME NESTLED IN THE WOODS offers privacy on approx 1 acre. 4,110 sqft is ideal for entertaining. Dramatic 2-story entry opens to formal living & dining rooms, family room with wet bar, gorgeous kitchen w/eating area open to deck, SS appliances, granite counter, down-draft indoor grill, walk-in pantry, laundry room, ž bath. Sunroom and library w/ built-in bookcases/ladder. 4 big bedrooms upstairs including15x19' master w/ bath. Basement, 2 car garage. Beautiful treed lot.

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DAWN BAKER, Broker

815.739.7148

dawnrbaker@aol.com sellingdekalbcounty.com Quality Service Pinnacle Award 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017 ELBURN

$18,500 PER ACRE

TEXT P564783 TO 52187 FOR MORE INFO

• 16.7 Acres in Kane County • Build Your Dream Home • Gorgeous Country Setting DEKALB

SALE PENDING

$188,500

LEE

COUNTRY LIVING

$114,900

TEXT R71520 TO 52187 FOR MORE INFO

DEKALB

SPACIOUS

$159,800

TEXT R431454 TO 52187 FOR MORE INFO

• Solid Construction Home • 1,680 Square Feet & 2+ Car Garage • .41 Acre Double Lot

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths • 2 Wood-Burning Fireplaces • 1,828 Sq Ft + Finished Basement

DEKALB

DEKALB

NEW LISTING

$149,500

NEW LISTING

$175,000

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• Family Room w/FP&Volume Ceiling • Finished Basement • Gorgeous Paver Patio & Firepit

• Beautifully Updated Throughout • Brick, Wood-Burning Fireplace • Custom Paver Patio by Blumen Gardens

• Beautifully Updated Kitchen & Bath • 5 BR, 2 Bath, Walk-out Bsmt • Detached 2-Car Garage & Corner Lot

What Buyers & Sellers Say About Dawn:

Elsner Realty

Anthony Cox Dekalb | Seller Rating Dawn is the easiest and the hardest working realtor I have ever dealt with. She answered all my calls right away and if she didn't know the answer she got back to me right away. She is a top notch person and a wonderful realtor!

Joshua And Chelsey Meyer | Buyer Rating Dawn was extremely helpful in all aspects of searching for and buying a home. We were on a tight schedule to find a house/move and Dawn was on top of everything and reminded us of all necessary deadlines. She is very knowledgeable in ALL areas. We could not have asked for a better experience in buying our first home!

Linda Swenson

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Realtor, GRI

815-739-9582

SLinda3@aol.com | LindaSwenson.c21.com

Elsner Realty

“Selling DeKalb County One Yard At A Time” DEKALB

$385,000

TEXT R585291 TO 52187 FOR MORE INFO & PHOTOS

ONE OF A KIND custom built ranch with open floor plan, 3-car side load garage w/finished basement. On a 1/2 acre corner lot in Rivermist. This one owner home is the perfect home for entertaining! Grand foyer with office in the front. Separate dining room. Focal point fireplace in the great room which opens to a lovely kitchen with granite and SS appls and a large island. Off the kitchen is a sunroom, 30X18 paver patio w/built in gas grill and 18x16 section with a gas fire pit. Master Suite with 2 W-I-C. 1st floor laundry. Finished basement w/large great room, library, exercise room, full bath and 2 bedrooms.

MALTA

$299,000

WATERMAN

$70,000

SHABBONA

$154,900

SOLD TEXT R351100 TO 52187 FOR INFO

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2.96 ACRE FARMETTE! Built in 1930-remodeled in 2002. Sits on a Hill off a blacktop road.

4 BDR/2 BA, 1st floor laundry. Screen porch off the living room. 30X60 metal pole building, corn crib turned into a great man cave!

SMALL HOME ON CORNER LOT. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath being sold ''as is''.

Newer siding, windows & roof. 1 car detached garage. Full basement with laundry.

RANCH HOME ON DOUBLE LOT on edge of town. Near Shabbona Lake State Park & Golf course.

Home is on a slab with radiant heat floors. New roof2016, septic-2014. 3 car insulated, dry-walled det. garage. Large kitchen, enclosed porch.

HINCKLEY

WATERMAN

WATERMAN

$172,000

TEXT P112302 TO 52187 FOR INFO

UNIQUE, UPDATED HOME ON LARGE LOT! Country Subdivision. Larger than it looks.

Expandable lower level with full bath & bedroom. 2 tiered deck. Newer kitchen.

$55,000

$45,000

TEXT P735996 TO 52187 FOR INFO

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COMMERCIAL LOT ON BUSY RT. 30! Great for retail or restaurant. Near Shabbona State Park, Indian Oaks CC, Aurora Sportsmen Club. Liquor license available. TIF district.

BEAUTIFUL ESTABLISHED RESIDENTIAL LOT! 1.12 acres. Tree lined & established trees. Build your dream home & hobby building. Indian Creek Schools.

www.Century21Elsner.com

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Linda Swenson 815-739-9582

Realtor, GRI

SLinda3@aol.com | LindaSwenson.c21.com

“Selling DeKalb County One Yard At A Time” HINCKLEY

Elsner Realty

$649,000

10 ACRES TEXT R562590 TO 52187 FOR MORE INFO & PHOTOS

BRING YOUR HORSES, HOBBIES OR BUSINESS! Great location just outside of Hinckley. 1O acre property is set up for horses with 30x90 insulted building, 3-12x12 box stalls, tack room, 12x12 feed room, wash rack & storage. Auto drinkers. Heated workshop with overhead doors. Out door riding arena, 3 fenced pastures. Large, updated home. Newer windows, roof, septic, furnace & AC. Master suite with dressing room and 3 closets & Full bath. Deck w/pergola. 3 car garage.

SOLDS 2017 “Linda Sells DeKalb County One Yard At A Time!”

SOLD

*315 N BIRCH ST, WATERMAN

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410 & 420 ERICKSON, GATE LEE

SOLD

1971 ROSEMARY CIR, SANDWICH

SOLD

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642 ELLWOOD AVE, DEKALB

SOLD

268 BENT GRASS CIR, DEKALB

SOLD

506 KENNEDY ST, WATERMAN

SOLD

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230 HICKORY ST, WATERMAN

SOLD

1405 RESERVE LANE, DEKALB

SOLD

*693 LASALLE DR, SOMONAUK

SOLD

SOLD

*170 JOANNE LANE, DEKALB

SOLD

593 NORMAL RD, DEKALB

SOLD

245 N ELM ST, WATERMAN

SOLD

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310 W ERICKSON, GATE LEE

SOLD 13395 RIMSNIDER RD, HINCKLEY

SOLD

335 QUINLAN AVE, DEKALB

SOLD *20213 HICKORY HILLS RD, STERLING

*1013 THURLBY RD, KINGSTON

11614 DEERPATH RD, SYCAMORE

3464 SANBORN LN, DEKALB

192 E MEADOW DR, CORTLAND

415 BIRCH LN, DIXON

*Indicates the sales I participated in.

Do You Want To Be On This List In 2018? Call Me Today! 815-739-9582

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Linda Tillis

Century 21 Elsner Happy Homeowner Huskie

815-751-3159

lindatillis@gmail.com

Designed and painted

by Linda Tillis

2018 Will Be A Great Year To Buy!

522 Joanne Ln, Dekalb

STATELY COLONIAL! Two fireplaces, in living room and in first floor family room. In our very private fenced yard have summer fun with pool, cozy screened porch with upper deck for sun by day and cool breezes in the evening. $249,000 541 North 6th St, Dekalb

METICULOUSLY CARED FOR HOME! Prepared for new owners. New main floor full bath and multipurpose room was built.

Could be TV room, office, first floor bedroom or playroom. Enclosed 2-3 season porch. First floor laundry. $139,900 21 Meadow Ln, Dekalb

TWO STORY CONDO! Unique condo community location with tree-filled view from deck and windows of estate next door.

Master suite with attached office, 2 walk-in closets, and full bath. All newly painted with new carpet throughout. $142,500 1821 N First St, Dekalb

55 Tygert Lane, Dekalb

314 Delcy Dr, Dekalb

Sale Pending SPACIOUS SUNROOM addition and fenced yard with 3 tiered deck and pergola. $178,500

Sale Pending

Coming Soon

2 FIREPLACES, large family room addition, hardwood floors, 2 level deck and fenced yard. $129,900

POND & ACREAGE VIEW, all brick contemporary open floor plan, finished walkout lower level, 2 level deck with pergola.

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Linda Tillis

Century 21 Elsner Happy Homeowner Huskie

815-751-3159

lindatillis@gmail.com

Somerset Farm 55+ Condo

On Bethany Rd. between Peace and Somonauk Roads

COME AND VIEW THE MODEL

Designed and painted

by Linda Tillis

5 NEW CONDOS STILL AVAILABLE

2 Bedroom, 2 Baths, Den and Sunroom: Over 1700 Sq. Ft.

New Park Area will be west of the entrance with walking paths, benches, bushes and trees.

Sycamore

Text R223896 to 52187 for More Info & Photos

Highest Quality Construction Without Compromise

By Builder, Brian Grainger 2 Non-basements with finished attic storage area, choose your options.

Base Price: $219,900 1 Non-basement with 20’x6’ storage space behind garage, choose your options.

Base Price: $213,900

1 Basement Unit available to choose options.

Base Price: $243,900 1 Basement Unit completed and ready to move in by April 1st.

Base Price: $247,900

Open most Sundays: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Or Call Linda to Meet You There

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Century 21 Elsner Agents Use Multi-Media Marketing to Sell Your Home...

CENTURY 21 E L S N E R R E A LT Y

Connecting Buyers & Sellers Your home is showcased in Century 21 Elsner Home Tour Magazine a full color, interactive Magazine with a strong local circulation of 10,000 copies available at 100+ prospect focused locations in DeKalb & Sycamore. Direct mailed to 2,000 homes.

HOME Tour Yo u r D e k a l b C o u n t y R e a l E s t a t e R e s o u r c e Volume 8 Issue 3

In Print

Beautiful Waterfront Home See Page 7

Demand Is High, Inventory Is Low

Thinking Of Buying Or Selling, Call Us! See Page 14

Elsner Realty DeKalb 815-756-1691 Sycamore 815-895-5345

Online Elsner Realty

Your home is showcased on 100s of websites with millions of unique users per month.

www.Century21Elsner.com

Connect Your Home to Consumers On The Go Single Property Text Codes & Mobile Optimized Website

On The Go

Demand is High, Inventory is Low! Call a Century 21 Elsner Agent

To List & Sell Your Home NOW!

Dekalb 815-756-1691 | Sycamore 815-895-5345

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Dennis Maakestad, REALTOR® A Name You Can Trust A Century 21 Elsner TOP PRODUCER

Elsner Realty

Your Full Time, Full Service Real Estate Professional

815-739-5926 DMaak@aol.com

Cell:

Serving N. Illinois Since 1980

315 MANNING DRIVE, DEKALB

516 CHARTER STREET, DEKALB

3507 CHICAGO RD, PAW PAW

Text R681085 to 52187 For More Info

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CHECK OUT THIS SPACIOUS TOWNHOME! End unit w/nice yard space. Living Room has a FP. Full basement partially finished and 2 car garage. 3 BDR/2.5 BA MLS #09848133 $172,000

MOVE RIGHT IN! Neat and clean home. Full basement, attached garage, and nice size yard. Check it out today!

3 BDR/1 BA MLS #09848978 $112,000

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! 15 acre property near Paw Paw, IL. Property can be subdivided into 3 five acre buildable properties. Property has a well and is lined with trees. MLS #09594893 $180,000

Dennis Listed & Sold These 20 Properties in 2017. List YOUR Property With Dennis in 2018!

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30683 LANAN RD, KINGSTON

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Find Dennis' web page with ratings and testimonials at: www.century21.com - Search Dennis Maakestad Let Dennis put his years of experience to work for you!!

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For A Free Estimate, Please Visit Our Website

www.SycamoreHardwoodFloors.com

Visit Our Facebook Page To See Photos Of Our Work

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Call today or visit my website

Shelley Rhoades

Mortgage Loan Officer

511 W. State Street Sycamore, IL 60178 Office: 815-754-5034 Cell: 815-761-9090 srhoades@ffni.com NMLS ID: 412715

www.fnbil.com/mortgage/srhoades

NEED A HOME MORTGAGE? LOOK NO FURTHER. • Loan options to meet your needs: Conventional, FHA, VA, Construction, USDA, IHDA, Jumbo and Portfolio Loans • Free pre-qualification and mortgage consultation • Excellent Rates, lock-in today

• Fast, easy closing process

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Selling?

5 TOP MARKETING TIPS FROM TOP AGENTS 1. GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY In most instances, buyers see photos of your home before they see your home in person. Take well-lit, HD photos to spark the most interest in your home.

2. DON’T RELY SOLELY ON THE WEB TO SELL YOUR HOME Lots of people shop on the web for homes, and there are lots of homes on the web. Stats say that 65 million shop for homes in the U.S. every month.

However, only 5 million homes are sold in the U.S. every year. It’s a very crowded space, and your home should be on as many sites as possible.

Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when advertising your home. More on this later...

4. MARKET YOUR HOME OFFLINE—LOCALLY Good agents know where potential buyers of your home live, work, shop and play. They use local real estate publications, targeted direct mail, brochures, and other tools to ensure your home gets in front of local home buyers.

5. KEEP YOUR HOME LOOKING GOOD Part of the marketing plan for your home is in your court. This includes how potential buyers perceive it when they walk through the door. Living in a home and keeping it ready to show is a challenge, but it will pay off when buyers find your home more attractive than others they may be considering.

3. MAKE SURE YOUR AGENT INCLUDES MOBILE TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR MARKETING PLAN Today, we rely on our phones to look up everything, including real estate.

Your home should have a marketing plan that includes mobile tools as a significant element. For example, your home should have a yard sign with a text code on it so that potential buyers driving by can look it up on their phone right away.

Put simply, don’t wait around for homebuyers to find you. Get out there and find them through advertising—both online and offline.

Elsner Realty 17M012A-033017

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NMLS:191670

About Melissa Griffey I have over 28 years experience in the banking industry. I have personally facilitated over 5,000 mortgage closings and leverage that experience every day assisting my current clients.

Through my extensive experience, I understand what is important from both the lenders’ and borrowers’ perspectives.

With Guaranteed Rate, I have access to the most competitive rates and loan programs available today.

It’s Time To Find The Perfect Mortgage For You CALL MELISSA TODAY FOR A PRE-APPROVAL!

630-373-1051

$500 NMLS (Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System) ID 2611 • IL - Residential Mortgage Liscensee • IDFPR, 122 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1900, Chicago, IL 60603 312-793-300, 3940 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL 60613 #MB 0005932

CLOSING COST CREDIT*

*Credit valid through Guaranteed Rate for applications submitted after 5/18/2017 and prior to 5/18/2018.

Coupon/Credit must be presented/mention at time of application. $500 credit will be applied at time of closing and is factored into the rate and APR. Applicant subject to credit approval. If loan does not close for any reason, costs will not be refunded. This offer and/or receipt of application does not represent an approval for financing or interest rate guarantee. This coupon cannot be redeemed for cash/has no cash value. Restrictions may apply, contact Guaranteed Rate for current rates or more information.

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SMARTER BOLDER Elsner Realty FASTER

Considering Buying or Selling? Talk to us!

LOCAL POSTAL CUSTOMER

Our Agents use Multi-Media Marketing to Sell Homes!

In Print, Online, Mobile & Social Media

www.Century21Elsner.com

815-756-1691 Follow us on Facebook

Dawn Baker 815.739.7148

Sue Elsner 815.739.8796 Managing Broker

Dennis Maakestad 815.739.5926

Ann McCormick 630.803.4000

Liane O’Keefe 815.501.7798

Linda Tillis 815.751.3159

If your property is listed with a real estate broker, please disregard. It is not our intention to solicit the offerings of other real estate brokers.

Linda Swenson 815.739.9582

Gayle Wuori 815.757.1107