May 2015 Madison County Homes

Madison County

HOMES MAY 2015

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249 Oak Ridge Ct. Fairview Heights $269,900

HOME SERVICES - REMODELING - INTERIOR DESIGN KITCHEN & BATH - OUTDOOR LIVING $435,000

Elegant, 5BR/5BA. Hrdwd flrs, wall of windows, granite, stainless kit.

2 story, 4BR & culde-sac extra lot.

Sun rm, LL w/full kit, fam rm.

Pam Shadwick

Pat Schaeffer

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816 Hampshire Ct aryville $159,900

3BR/3BA, 2200 sqft.

Villa. Hrdwd flrs, vaulted ceilings, FP.

406 N. Monroe St. Freeburg $124,999 100% rural loan!

3BR's. Crown molding. Storage shed, fruit trees.

Judie Jackson

08 Seminole dwardsville

$107,900

Newer paint & windows. Hrdwd flrs, all appliances Bsmt. 2BR. Rose Flamuth

Judy Browning

4702 Fantasy Alton

$105,900

Roof, windows 2006, siding 2004, fresh paint, updated kit & BA. 3BR/2BA. Rose Flamuth

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Glen Carbon 655-0400 Shiloh 624-0400 Belleville 236-0400 Columbia 281-0400 www.nesterrealty.com

4671 Blumberg Ln. Fairview Heights $1,950,00

5BR (1st flr mstr) 7BA on 10 ac, 2-4C gar, horse barn, 3BR guest cottage.

Claire Leopold

5 Madonna Ct. Belleville

$189,900

Updated 5BR/4BA on culdesac, granite /stainless kit. Huge deck, priv yard.

Roberta Ecker

147 Frey Ln. Fairview Heights

$114,500

Rehabbed 3BR/2BA. Private master. Patio overlooks lg yard.

Donna Ziegler

4702 Fantasy Alton

$105,900

Roof, windows 2006.

Siding 2004. Fresh paint. 3BR/ 2BA. Updated kit & BA.

Rose Flamuth

6 Oak Dr. Fairview Heights

$69,900

Move in ready! 3BR home near Pleasent Ridge Park. Large yard.

Claire Leopold

8213 State St East Saint Louis

$249,900

Complete rehab in 2007. New HVAC, windows, and wiring.

Judy Browning

1123 Far Oaks Dr. Caseyville $1,650,00 6BR/7BA. Striking entry. Curved staircase. 2 gourmet kits.

912 Bear Creek Caseyville

Elegant, 5BR/5BA. Hrdwd flrs, wall of windows, granite, stainless kit.

Claire Leopold

621 Grandview Edwardsville

$189,900

4BR tri-level w/main flr fam rm, FP in LR. Updated kit & BA's.

Pam Shadwick

6816 Hampshire Ct Maryville $159,900

3BR/3BA, 2200 sqft.

Villa. Hrdwd flrs, vaulted ceilings, FP.

Judie Jackson

5 Lakeshire Fairview Heights

$112,000

Cream puff! 3BR/ 2BA Beautiful hrdwd flrs, new roof, HVAC. Priced to sell.

Judie Jackson

3132 Willow Ave. Granite City

$90,000

Spacious, convenient 3BR. Large entry & open concept floor plan.

2BR bungalow w/new flooring, new paint, new lighting + full LL. Fenced yard.

5525 Cory Ln Fairview Heights

$179,900

Currently used as car lot. Separate office and potential living areas.

Judy Browning

$85,000

Updated throughout.

3BR w/1200 sqft.

New kit & bath.

Private yard.

Sharon Carney

5505 Ida Dr. Belleville

Judy Browning

4600 State St East Saint Louis

249 Oak Ridge Ct. Fairview Heights $269,900 2 story, 4BR cul-desac w/extra lot. Sun rm, LL w/full kit, fam rm.

$54,900

1735sqft 3BR/ 2BA. LR/DR, Fam rm. 2C gar. Brand new roof.

Judie Jackson

219 High St. Belleville

$134,900

2 Bldgs, both updated. Duplex & tri-plex.

Rose Flamuth

108 E. Fairway Dr. Belleville $197,900 Newly painted.

Gorgeous 5BR 6BA colonial. Fam rm, beamed mstr suite.

Pat Schaeffer

104 Carbon Rd Fairview Heights

$129,900

3BR/2BA retreat in park like setting. New paint /carpet. Vaulted master

Phyllis Nester

406 N. Monroe St. Freeburg $124,999 100% Rural Loan!

3BR's. Crown molding. Storage shed, fruit trees.

BettyJo Stocks

10 Mark Dr. Fairview Heights

$109,900

Updated bath, kit.

New paint. New fam rm in LL, 3BR.

Judie Jackson

Delores Doussard

2818 Pershing Blvd.

Granite City $69,900

$109,900

3BR/3BA. Updated kit, bath, windows.

New roof & carpet.

Cov patio.

Patricia Denney

408 Anita Dr. Fairview Heights

$435,000

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Judy Browning

108 N. Edison Freeburg

Rachel Hill

9753 North Holy Cross Fairview Heights $72,000

Private 3BR w/ newer roof, A/C, carpet.

Walk to park schools, shopping.

Patricia Denney

1 Hilltop View East Saint Louis

$45,000

3BR home in quiet area. Wd flrs, spacious LR, wood burning FP.

Judy Browning

Sugar Loaf Rd. Collinsville

$318,000

8.77 acres of level land. Great location.

Additional land available.

Judie Jackson

$109,900

Updated 3BR on wooded lot. New roof, counters, windows.

Rose Flamuth

311 E. Laurel Millstadt

$69,900

Maint free 2BR. New windows, paint, trim.

Hrdwd flrs. Fam rm in LL.

Rose Flamuth

118 North Bluff Rd Collinsville $289,900 .6 acre prime commercial lot & bldg. Approx 17,000 traffic ct.

Kevin Goalby

1005 Cypress Pointe Dr. Caseyville $250,000

Build your dream home! Walkout on gated culdesac in Est at Far Oaks.

Claire Leopold

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MLS# 4317338

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3 SHER NAN, MARYVILLE

Massive remodel in 2014 reveals this well thought out 4 bedroom home with a wide open floor plan, amazing master suite and gorgeous wood floors! $274,900 MLS# 4314134

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703 NORTH MORRISON, COLLINSVILLE

This unique 3 bedroom home sits on a large corner lot. Several updats including HVAC, plumbing & more. Carport, huge open kitchen & main floor master! $59,900 MLS# 4313298

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218 MILLER AVE, HAMEL

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94 SUGAR MILL, TROY

Updated 4 bed in Country Village Estates! Fantastic pool, hot tub, large master bedroom and extra office! Freshened with some new carpeting and new paint! $195,000

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618-799-6514 618-779-9264 618-670-8897 618-604-8057 618-304-4705 314-315-0083 618-570-1247 618-570-0629 MLS# 4401788

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315 N. MORRISON AVE, COLLINSVILLE

MLS# 4403463

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1059 LAFAYETTE COURT, COLLINSVILLE

Priced $10k lower than comparable townhouse! Well maintained with spacious bedrooms and a full basement! Seller open to a decorating allowance! $39,900 MLS# 4403384

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33 VILLAGE DRIVE, SWANSEA

So many updates to this home, and a new roof will be on soon. It's move in ready just waiting for your special touches. It has a whole house fan & a large backyard! $137,900 MLS# 4402837

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1527 DOUGLAS DR, COLLINSVILLE

3 bedroom 1 bath in a super convenient Hamel location close to the interstates! Full basement with finished family room and nice large yard. A must see! $99,900

Fantastic value in the heart of Collinsville. Recently remodeled all brick home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated kitchen on a nice corner lot! $89,900

Nice cozy home close to shopping and public transportation. 2 bedrooms, open kitchen into dining area. Needs a little TLC, but is move in ready! $69,900

MLS# 4315424

MLS# 4310858

MLS# 4404466

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304 WEST 2ND SOUTH, MOUNT OLIVE

Cute 2 bed starter in Mt. Olive. Lots of new updates including big ticket items like kitchen and bathroom.

Detached 1 car garage with great workshop space! $67,500

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108 EAST LINCOLN, COLLINSVILLE

This fully remodeled home includes all new wiring, plumbing, roof, HVAC windows and more. Great Oak kitchen with breakfast area that leads to a nice deck! $97,900

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732 TROY ROAD, COLLINSVILLE

Totally updated all brick 3 bedroom home with tons of updates! This home boasts a large yard, open kitchen and a finished basement with wet bar! $174,900

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8724 Pin Oak Road, Edwardsville

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Beautiful custom-built estate boasts old world charm. This extraordinary property has been used as a bed & breakfast and as a site for weddings, receptions and parties. To the rear of the property is a stone altar and cabana used for weddings. Cabana includes 2 bathrooms & a room currently used for office. 2.5 acre stocked lake. Interior balconies, oval office with built-in mahogany drawers & hidden wall storage, 24 seat movie theater, hot tub & sauna.

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200 Bramblewood Ct, Glen Carbon

$379,900

Beautiful traditional custom built 1 - 1/2 story with large master suite with cathedral ceiling, huge bath with his and hers vanities. Oversized 3 car garage.

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$650,000

Great Location. All brick like new office located on the edge of Glen Carbon/Edwardsville. Office space includes building with some office furniture. 2 Separate bathrooms.

Office & baths are immaculate & handicap accessible.

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409 S. AURORA STREET, COLLINSVILLE MOVE IN READY! 3 bedroom home with many updates. Walkout basement. $71,000 CALL JAN ALONS 618-781-2511 NEW PRICE

951 WAGON TRAIL COURT, TROY QUALITY HOME ON QUIET CUL-DE-SAC! New driveway, updated kitchen, remodeled bathrooms, partial new roof. Fenced yard, above ground pool & partially covered deck.

Close to I 55-70 & Scott Air Force Base. $191,000 CALL JAN ALONS 618-781-2511

410 N. MORRISON, COLLINSVILLE OUTSTANDING BRICK TWO-STORY is a stunning example of turn-of-the-century craftsmanship!

From original walnut staircase to the high ceilings & hardwood floors, you will delight in this beautiful home. $169,900 CALL SUSAN LANDING, MANAGING BROKER 618-779-7777

27 CHELSEA ROAD, COLLINSVILLE IMMACULATELY MAINTAINED OPEN FLOOR PLAN. Hardwood floors throughout. Living room offers vaulted ceiling & fireplace. Split-bedroom floor plan offers secluded master suite. Spacious deck. $219,900 CALL SUSAN LANDING, MANAGING BROKER 618-779-7777

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335 A JARVIS COURT, TROY 2 BED / 3 BATH. Open floor plan features hardwood floors. Convenient first floor laundry. Spacious kitchen w/ SS appliances. $182,000 CALL LISA DAVIS 618-593-4409

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293 HARDING STREET, COLLINSVILLE 3 BEDROOM / 2 BATH HOME W/ 2 CAR GARAGE. Recently fenced rear yard. Laminate “wood” look, tile, carpet. Finished lower level. $134,900 CALL SUSAN JO COKER 618-444-2671

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413 ST. JOHN, GODFREY OPEN LIVING AND WOODED PRIVACY. Affordable Godfrey home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished lower level & bonus room. $122,000 CALL 618-791-8007 or visit 413StJohn.com or NancyMilton.com for details

1231 CEDAR DRIVE, WOOD RIVER HOME HAS EXCELLENT CURB APPEAL & is just a couple of blocks from schools. Large, fenced yard (1.5 lots total) offers storage shed & mature trees.

Main floor laundry. Dining room & eat in kitchen. All appliances stay. $166,900 CALL SUSAN JO COKER 618-444-2671

223 MILL STREET, COLLINSVILLE FULL BRICK 3 BEDROOM HOME. All hardwood $95,900 floors. One acre fenced in lot.

CALL JAMIE HENTZEL 618-779-5819

2097 SEXTANT, WORDEN CUSTOM BUILT HOME by architect across the road from the lake. You’ll be proud to call this one your home. Oversized covered front porch and wonderful private back yard for entertaining. $212,500 CALL DEBBIE BURDGE 618-531-2787 www.debbieb.remax.com

8440 TIMBER RIDGE DRIVE, EDWARDSVILLE 4-5 BEDROOM / 3 BATH RANCH on 2 acre wooded lot. 10’ walkout basement. Close to I-55, quick access to St. Louis. $425,000 CALL JIM REPPELL 618-791-7663 www.HomesByReppell.com

1240 EMERSON, EDWARDSVILLE LOCATED IN HISTORIC LECLAIRE. 2 Bed / 1 Bath with original hardwood floors & arched doorways. Updated kitchen & bath, new carpet. Close to school and shopping. $135,500 CALL DEBBIE BURDGE 618-531-2787 www.debbieb.remax.com

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216 COUNTRY CLUB VIEW, EDWARDSVILLE

$324,900

$189,900

MLS# 4403321

PRISTINE HOME w/ 6 car garages is just the beginning for this custom designed & built ranch w/ walkout basement, 3 BR, 4 BA, see through fireplace in family room & breakfast area, custom cabinets, sunroom w/open deck & much more!

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DONALD WHITEHEAD

(618)954-8000

295 STETSON DR, HAMEL

$239,900

MLS# 4402403

Relax & enjoy the life of leisure in this 3 BR, 2 BA Condo w/covered patio located on the main level for convenient access. Lower level parking w/easy access to the elevator.

Call Don today for all the details.

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DONALD WHITEHEAD

(618)954-8000

MLS# 4315086

New construction ranch w/approx 2800 sf offering 4 BR, 3 BA, vaulted and tray ceilings, bay window, 9' basement walls, main floor laundry, finished LL w/game room, BR and BA. Many upgrades & special features!

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259 STETSON DR, HAMEL

1605 STONEBROOKE DR, EDWARDSVILLE

DON WHITEHEAD

$242,500

MLS# 4403580

(618) 954-8000

New construction ranch with approx 2860 sf offering 4 BR, 3 BA, vaulted & tray ceilings, bay window, 9 basement walls, master bath with garden tub & separate shower, walk in closet, gas FP, main fl laundry & many more upgrades!

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DONALD WHITEHEAD

8025 BRAKHANE RD, EDWARDSVILLE

$274,900

NEW CONSTRUCTION VILLA: Designed with style & quality.

Approx 2575 ft, 3 BR, 3 BA, main floor laundry, finished walkout lower level, 2 car garage, gas FP, composite deck, granite counter tops, master suite w/alk-in closets.

OVER 7 ACRES and A LOT OF BRICK: Impressive acreage, brick 1 ½ story, side entry garage, brick 4 car detached garage, brick 1 car garage w/attached patio. Open floor plan, full LL, custom quality built! Private wooded rear lawn.

MLS# 4108448

(618)954-8000

MLS# 4402667

This is that special home you have been waiting for ~ beautiful 2 story, 4 BR, 4 BA, FP, main floor laundry, over 2200 ASF, completely updated, freshly painted interior, main fl laundry, walkout LL. Full list of special features & upgrades available.

DONALD WHITEHEAD

$244,900

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$269,900

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984A UNIVERSITY DR, EDWARDSVILLE

DONALD WHITEHEAD

$289,900

MLS# 4213534

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DONALD WHITEHEAD

(618)954-8000

$119,900

MLS# 4316203

VERY NICE FULL BRICK HOME‌Basement with family room, 2 baths, attached garage, replacement windows, landscaped. Call Linda Young 531-2241 for your private showing!

MLS# 4311612

Beautiful Custom Built Brick Ranch: Large open vaulted entry foyer, one owner quality built & well maintained, split bedroom plan, over 2300 sq ft, 3 large bedrooms, 4 BA, FP, main floor laundry, oversize 3 car garage.

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DONALD WHITEHEAD

(618)954-8000

212 PRAIRIE ST, BETHALTO

LINDA YOUNG (618) 531-2241

$190,000

MLS# 4309109

THRIVING... established restaurant/bar doing business for more than 50 consecutive years. All fixtures & inventory included in price. Call Linda Young today for details 531-2241

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LINDA YOUNG

Serving the Real Estate needs of the Metro East 1324 Troy Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 618-656-9011

(618)954-8000

3 GOLDENROD LN, EDWARDSVILLE

193 GRAND AVE, WOOD RIVER

LINDA YOUNG

(618)954-8000

58 Airport Plaza Bethalto, IL 62010 618-377-2112

(618)531-2241

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108 COUNTRY CLUB VIEW, EDWARDSVILLE

701 W. BROOKLINE, BUNKER HILL

$299,900

$179,000

MLS# 4402240

Enjoy luxury living in this spacious 3 BR, 4 BA maintenance free Condo overlooing the 17th fairway of Sunset Hills Country Club. Open floor plan w/FP, over 3100 sq ft , finished LL w/family room, too many quality upgrades to list!

MLS# 4402169

Your vacation is waiting for you in your back yard! Spacious tri-level w/4 BR & 2 living areas situated on large corner lot.

Your own 18x36 in ground salt water pool w/privacy fence & 12x18 four seasons room to enjoy year round.

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KARRIE SCHAEFER

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TROY SCHMIDT

148 CHOUTEAU TRACE PKWY, PONTOON BEACH

BOB ROHRKASTE (618) 920-2562

14 GEORGETOWN DR, GRANITE CITY

$165,995

$70,000

MLS# 4401203

Beautiful move in ready home on large corner lot in Chouteau Trace subdivision. Easy access to Hwy 255 & 270. New laminate floors, fenced yard, 2 car garage w/storage, finished LL, FP, 24 ft pool & hot tub attached to beautiful deck.

MLS# 4317013

Great 3 BR home is a must see! Large fenced back yard, double driveway perfect to add a 1-2 car garage. Needs minor updates but has a great layout and its tucked neatly away.

Easy access to Hwy 111 & Hwy 270/255.

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LINDELL PRESLEY 109 DALE ST, COLLINSVILLE

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ROBERT ROHRKASTE

(618)920-2562

$34,900

Lots available starting at $34,900 each. Some lots accommodate look-out basements. Will build to suit or builders welcome. All utilities, modest restrictions, common ground includes 1 acre lake & fountain.

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ROBERT ROHRKASTE

(618)920-2562

MLS# 4400323

Completely remodeled uniplex ideal for student or working couple. Includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, Walkout basement and 1 car garage.

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ROBERT ROHRKASTE

$1,100,000

MLS# 4215218

59,000.00 Square Foot in nine newer storage buildings built on 5 of 10 Acres Operated as a recreational vehicle maintenance, rental, and storage facility. Call Bob for details.

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ROBERT ROHRKASTE

(618)920-2562

MLS# 4215213

5.69 Acres of potentially commercial property located on Blackburn Road at the intersection of I55 and Governor's Parkway. Over 500 ft of frontage ~ currently used as RV Park.

Call Bob for all the details!

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ROBERT ROHRKASTE

Serving the Real Estate needs of the Metro East 1324 Troy Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 618-656-9011

(618)920-2562

3955 BLACKBURN RD, EDWARDSVILLE

$1,350,000

MLS# 4100613

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$126,500

4615 HEDGE RD, ROXANA

$125,000

ROBERT ROHRKASTE

(618)920-2562

(314)630-4657

23A FOX MEADOW LN, GLEN CARBON

MLS# 4100949

4783 SIGNATURE INDUSTRIAL DR, EDWARDSVILLE

1 Acre Lot located in a 10 Lot Industrial Subdivision on Interstate 255 six miles north of Interstate 270 with lots ranging in size from 1 to 5 acres. Call Bob to visit this property.

LINDELL PRESLEY

128 GABRIELLE CIRCLE, BETHALTO

$77,000

This 3 bedroom 1 story home is located on a large lot just off Collinsville I-55 South frontage road between Collinsville and Troy. Home needs TLC. Possible short sale.

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MLS# 4400318

(618)806-9191

58 Airport Plaza Bethalto, IL 62010 618-377-2112

(618)920-2562

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(618) 977-5490

Frank Chandler (618) (618) 910-2874 910-2874

Bob Rohrkaste (618) (618) 978-0039 581-3211 (618) 920-2562

Serving the Real Estate needs of the Metro East 1324 Troy Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 618-656-9011

58 Airport Plaza Bethalto, IL 62010 618-377-2112

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O’Fallon/Shiloh O’Fallon/Shiloh

Edwardsville Edwardsville 1012 Plummer 1012 Plummer Drive Drive

1941 1941Frank FrankScott ScottParkway Parkway

618-628-2400 618-628-2400

618-655-4100 618-655-4100

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LEROY TAYLOR ABR, GRI (618) 406-4372

$600,000 Elegant and spacious full brick & stone 4BR/3BA home. Finished walkout LL, inground heated pool plus pool house with half bath, hot tub and waterfall.

MARYVILLE PR102279

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$84,900

COLLINSVILLE PR102281

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(618)406-4372

Move in ready 3 bdrm vinyl sided home, main floor laundry, new roof, newer windows, carport & fenced yard. Home warranty offered.

GRANITE CITY PR102285

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(618)407-3238

(618)406-4372

Prime Location! Located across from Southern Illinois College (SWIC) with a traffic count of 8,800 CPD and 1 block off HWY 203 and less than a mile from I-270.

GRANITE CITY PR101799

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(618)406-4372

$49,900 MLS# 4402103

Enjoy some easy living with this cozy 2 bedroom bungalow on the lake. Features updated kitchen, bath and more. Has carport and large desk.

GRANITE CITY PR102242

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(618)406-4372

$150,000 MLS# 4404365

Lovely 3BR/2BA home on the outskirts of town. Large eat-in kitchen, SS appls, privacy fenced backyard & deck. 1yr home warranty. Close to major highways.

GRANITE CITY PR102300

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$279,000

MLS# 4404011

BARBARA YUST

LEROY TAYLOR

MLS# 4306529

$129,900

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$249,000

BARBARA YUST

Beautiful 3BR/3BA property 1 block from Carlyle Lake with lots of amenities inside and out.

CARLYLE PR102289

GORGEOUS 3BR/3BA 2 story on cul-de-sac. Full basement, 2 car garage, fenced yard, family room, easy acces to highway.

MLS# 4403942

Call for Barb's Best Buys!

BARB WYATT-YUST (618) 407-3238

(618)406-4372

MLS# 4401941

$72,500

MLS# 4403639

Nice brick home, 3br, 1 bath, attached garage, lots of updates, close to shopping & schools.

$157,000

MLS# 4403562

(618)407-3238

$155,000

MLS# 4309052

MLS# 4400557

6+ Bedrooms, 3 bath home with inground pool, recording studio, 1.5 acres.

STAUNTON PR101894

All brick commercial investment property. Centrally located on Main Street in Staunton, on corner lot.

STAUNTON PR102196

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FEATURED LISTING CINDY FELDMANN

(618)410-2202

CINDY FELDMANN

©2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

(618)410-2202

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O’Fallon/Shiloh O’Fallon/Shiloh

Edwardsville Edwardsville 1012 Plummer 1012 Plummer Drive Drive

1941 1941Frank FrankScott ScottParkway Parkway

618-628-2400 618-628-2400

618-655-4100 618-655-4100

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Locally owned owned and and operated operated Locally Formerly Prudential Prudential One One Realty Realty Centre Centre Formerly

ROSEMARY WILSON

(618) 792-9807

$419,000 Lake home in the city! 4000 sq ft of wooded privacy in this beauty! Edwardsville schools!

EDWARDSVILLE PR102303

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$180,000

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ROSEMARY WILSON

(618)792-9807

(618)792-9807 (618)781-2121

MLS# 4316570

BEAUTIFUL 1.5 story new construction. Features 3 brs, 2.5 bths, unique antique kitchen cabinets, 1st flr laundry, 2 walk-in closets and loft area.

GRANITE CITY PR102167

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ROSEMARY WILSON JUDY CONNOLLY

(618)792-9807 (618)830-9899

ADAM HORNBERGER

$100,000

MLS# 4400499

4 Bedroom brick with formal dining , 2 baths and 2 large family rooms with frpl. Close to walking trail and subdivision pond for fishing. Agent owned.

GLEN CARBON PR102193

$185,900

MLS# 4404518

MLS# 4305982

(618) 444-8681

Well-maintained brick home in Nameoki Terrace.

Updated kitchen w/white cabinetry. All stainless steel appliances stay. Hardwood floors, LR/DR combo.

GRANITE CITY PR101781

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ROSEMARY WILSON JUDY CONNOLLY

(618)792-9807 (618)830-9899

$287,000

$192,800

$68,000

Spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 1 story home with finished lower level. Located on a large shaded lot.

ST. JACOB PR102291

Immaculately kept 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in Emerald Meadows Subdivision.

GRANITE CITY PR102282

3 bedroom all brick, full basement, fenced yard, deck, pool, patio, appliances.

GRANITE CITY PR101552

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MLS# 4404052

ADAM HORNBERGER

(618)444-8681

MLS# 4403628

ADAM HORNBERGER

IRMA AUGUST

(618) 558-8422

(618)444-8681

MLS# 4217780

ADAM HORNBERGER

$104,900

(618)444-8681

$69,900

MLS# 4404596

MLS# 4315487

Super Cute! 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car garage, fenced yard, updated, covered patio.

COLLINSVILLE PR102304

Listen to the quiet! 2 acre +/- dream lot. Level, zoned residential.

EDWARDSVILLE PR102145

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IRMA AUGUST

(618)558-8422

IRMA AUGUST

©2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

(618)558-8422

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O’Fallon/Shiloh

Edwardsville Edwardsville 1012 Plummer 1012 Plummer Drive Drive

1941 1941 Frank Frank Scott Scott Parkway Parkway

618-628-2400

618-655-4100 618-655-4100

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BETTY TREAT (618) 830-3952

$570,000 EXQUISITE 4BR/BA home in Ebbets Field. Open flr plan. Granite counters, SS appliances, screened porch and finished LL. EDWARDSVILLE PR102158

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BUTLER MARCUS REALTY GROUP (618)972-2225 (618)444-9903

$370,500

MLS# 4315892

Lovely 3BR/2BA tri-level w/many updates. Remodeled bath, granite countertops and new flooring in kitchen, new windows, siding, furnace, carpet and fresh paint.

MARYVILLE PR102152

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TONYA CRANE

$107,000

MLS# 4401864

Love this location! Great home on corner lot, close to downtown Edwardsville.

EDWARDSVILLE PR102243

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(618)709-9374

$69,990

MLS# 4402114

Inground pool, 4 bedroom, 4 bath, hardwood floors, bar/rec room.

GLEN CARBON PR102233

BHHS ELITE PROPERTIES (618)655-4100

$149,000

MLS# 4316139

MLS# 4312417

Edwardsvilles Newest Subdivision! Lots starting from $69,990-$104,990. Be one of the first to choose the site for your new home! Convenient location, Agent interest.

EDWARDSVILLE PR102013

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BHHS ELITE PROPERTIES (618)655-4100

BHHS ELITE PROPERTIES (618)655-4100

Pre-License Broker Course Starting Soon!

March 31st – June 18, 2015 Every Tuesday & Thursday from 6-9pm Cost $535 To enroll contact Lisa Smoot at 618-655-4100 To enroll contact Lisa Smoot at 618-655-4100 or lsmoot@bhhselite.com or lsmoot@pruone.com

Looking for a Career in Real Estate?

90 Hour Pre-License Broker Class August 11th – November 19th 2015 Every Tuesday & Thursday from 6-9pm Cost $535 includes book and handouts GI Benefits Offered!

To enroll contact Lisa Smoot at 618-655-4100 or lsmoot@bhhselite.com ©2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

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BPT photo

Hardscapes are a new trend in landscaping.

Try a no-maintenance makeover (BPT) - Low- and no-maintenance features top the list when making over outdoor living spaces because less time maintaining means more time enjoying.

Low-maintenance landscaping outranks native plantings, water features and food/vegetable gardens according to the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) 2014 Residential Landscape Architecture Trends survey. Landscape professionals love to share their secrets and show off their craft when redesigning outdoor spaces for low or no maintenance.

Armed with know-how and using sweat equity, do-it-yourselfers also can employ tips that professionals use for a no-maintenance landscape makeover.

Landscaping with hardscapes Landscape professionals use retaining wall systems for a variety of landscaping solutions. Segmental retaining walls are commonly used to transition elevations, shore up slopes along foundations and define spaces such as creating planters, tree rings and other features.

“Hardscape products like retaining walls and pavers are important tools for both landscapers and do-it-yourselfers in creating low-maintenance landscapes,” says Scott Arnold, manager of Villa Landscapes in St. Paul, Minnesota. “With just the standard VERSA-LOK retaining wall unit, you can easily create seat walls, curved couches, columns and other features.”

Retaining wall systems combined with concrete pavers can be used to create beautiful raised patios, replacing high-maintenance wooden decks, says Arnold. In addition to being as cost effective as a wooden deck, a raised patio offers several advantages.

“A deck railing can be replaced with wrought iron fencing or a low seat wall so the view is unobstructed,” Arnold says. “Raised

patios also look great with a contrasting paver course or rock barrier for potted plants, and steps to the ground can be created with retaining wall units.”

Retaining wall units and interlocking concrete pavers come in a variety of colors, shapes and textures to complement any landscape design and are often used to create design continuity in outdoor spaces. Tree rings can be coordinated or color-contrasted with raised patios, retaining walls and other hardscapes.

Permeable pavers are an environmentally sound and low-maintenance solution where impervious surface limits, storm water management, water quality and water conservation are issues.

“Permeable pavers are a best practice for storm water management and quality issues because they prevent runoff and let rain water infiltrate in place naturally,” says Burt Plett, product manager of Willow Creek Paving Stones. “Permeable pavers reduce the need for irrigation in drought-prone areas, unlike poured concrete or asphalt.” It’s best to consult a landscape professional who is experienced in installing permeable paving systems so that they work properly and consistently, Plett says.

Low-maintenance landscaping practices Landscaping practices can make it easier to control weeds and manage lawn care as well. The use of rock mulch and natural rock in gardens and beds, as walkways and as stepping stones offers an attractive solution to weed control and also lessens the need for irrigation. At least three inches of rock mulch or four inches of natural mulch will prevent weeds. A landscape fabric under stepping stones and rock mulch offers even more insurance against weeds.

A simple way to cut down on trimming is to add a course of pavers along the bottom of a retaining wall, tree ring or planter so the mower can get close to the wall, says Arnold.

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EAST SAINT LOUIS

$399,900

EAST SAINT LOUIS

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GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! FULLY OCCUPIED 30 UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX. DON'T MISS THIS GREAT CASH FLOW OPPORTUNITY!

EDWARDSVILLE

WELL MAINTAINED 100% OCCUPIED PROPERTY! SECURED ENTRIES, ONSITE LAUNDRY AND MORE! GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!

$179,900

WONDERFUL OPEN RANCH IN A FANTASTIC LOCATION! FEATURES 3 LARGE BEDROOMS, FULL BASEMENT FOR ADDED SPACE & FENCED YARD!

MORO

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VERY NICE HOME! FEATURES BEAUTIFUL HW FLOORS, NEW APPLIANCES, TONS OF STORAGE & FENCED YARD! MUST SEE!

EDWARDSVILLE

REMODELED 3BR HOME! MANY UPDATES INCLUDE NEW HEATING & COOLING, FLOORING, FRESHLY PAINTED & MUCH MORE!

GODFREY

WELL MAINTAINED HOME! NEWER ROOF, FURNACE & WINDOWS. NICELY LANDSCAPED LARGE YARD & ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDED!

$105,000

ALTON

MARINE

WOOD RIVER

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$134,900

GLEN CARBON

UPDATES GALORE! 3BR W/OVER 1500 SQ FT, NEW ROOF, SIDING, GUTTERS, WINDOWS & GARAGE! CLOSE TO PARKS & BIKE TRAILS!

$109,000

ALTON

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GREAT NEW PRICE! UPDATED INSIDE AND OUT! SPACIOUS KITCHEN, LARGE BEDROOMS, TONS OF STORAGE SPACE AND MORE!

$99,900

BUNKER HILL

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REALLY NICE 3BR RANCH HOME! FINISHED LL, PRIVACY FENCED YARD, 1 CAR GARAGE, LARGE STORAGE SHED AND MORE! MOVE IN READY!!

$133,900 Text XP194307216 to 31279 For More Info

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GODFREY

$157,000

COUNTRY LIVING ON 2 ACRES! NEW CARPET, FURNACE, WINDOWS, SIDING, ROOF, PAINT & KITCHEN! OUTBUILDING W/HORSE STALLS.

TONS OF SPACE! 4BR HOME ON QUIET CUL-DESAC, WALKOUT LOWER LEVEL, SPACIOUS BACK YARD & SO MUCH MORE! MUST SEE!

$99,900

BETHALTO

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BEAUTIFULLY REDONE! UPDATES INCLUDE NEW KITCHEN, BATH, FLOORING & PAINT. MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY, NEWER ROOF & FENCED YARD!

$159,900

WONDERFUL HISTORIC HOME! LARGE 3BR W/MANY UPDATES THROUGHOUT, LARGE YARD W/DECK & BIG 2 CAR GARAGE. GREAT LOCATION!

$124,900

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WELL KEPT 3BR HOME! STONE FRONT, LARGE ROOMS, WATERPROOFED BASEMENT & SEPARATE 1BR APARTMENT FOR ADDED SPACE OR INCOME!

$139,900

$209,500

CUSTOM BUILT HOME ON 2 ACRES! 3BR W/SPACIOUS KITCHEN, WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, 3 COVERED PORCHES AND MORE!!

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS ON 4.5 ACRES! LARGE HOME W/5BRS, WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, HW FLOORS, UPDATED KITCHEN & SO MUCH MORE!

BEAUTIFUL 3BR HOME! FINISHED LL, OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE & PRIVACY FENCED BACK YARD W/IN-GROUND POOL! DEFINITELY WORTH A LOOK!

$129,900

SWANSEA

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ALTON

$164,900

HIGHLAND

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GODFREY

$299,500

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME ON THE WATER! UPGRADES INCLUDE NEWER FLOORING, ROOF & ELECTRIC FIREPLACE. AGENT OWNED.

NICELY REMODELED 3BR HOME! LARGE KITCHEN W/QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS, BEAUTIFUL BATHROOMS, SCREENED IN PORCH & FENCED YARD!

$144,900

EDWARDSVILLE

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BELLEVILLE

$389,900

$99,900 Text XP194404483 to 31279 For More Info

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME ON CORNER LOT! 3BR FEATURES REFINISHED HW FLOORS, UPDATED KITCHEN & BATH, WATERPROOFED BASEMENT & MORE!

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GRANITE CITY

$95,900

BELLEVILLE

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ALTON

WELL MAINTAINED & COMPLETELY UPDATED BRICK HOME! BEAUTIFUL HW FLOORS, NEWER ROOF, WINDOWS, VINYL PRIVACY FENCED YARD & HOT TUB!

$89,000

YOU WILL LOVE THIS HOME! NEWER WINDOWS, UPDATED KITCHEN & BATH, OFFICE & REC ROOM IN LL, HARDWOOD FLOOR & ARCHED DOORWAYS!

WOOD RIVER

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BELLEVILLE

WELL CARED FOR HOME ON QUIET CUL-DE-SAC. LARGE ROOMS, VAULTED CEILING, BRICK FIREPLACE, REMODELED KITCHEN & NICE OUTDOOR PATIO!

GRANITE CITY

WOOD RIVER

TOTALLY REHABBED HOME! 2BR W/NEW FLOORING, FRESHLY PAINTED, NICE FENCED YARD, NEW DECK, 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE AND MORE!

Text XP194403660 to 31279 For More Info BEAUTIFUL HOME LOCATED IN HISTORIC DISTRICT! 5BR W/TONS OF CHARACTER, POCKET DOORS, LARGE ROOMS & 2 CAR GARAGE. MUST SEE INSIDE!!

WOOD RIVER

$72,000

BELLEVILLE

$79,900

BRIGHTON

ALTON

COUNTRY LIVING! 3BR HOME W/NEWER ROOF, FRESHLY PAINTED EXTERIOR, DOUBLE-PANE WINDOWS, LARGE YARD, 2 CAR GARAGE & MORE!

$75,000

BETHALTO

$74,900 Text XP194313456 to 31279 For More Info

COZY FRESHLY DONE HOME! 2BR IN MOVE-IN CONDITION, LARGE YARD, HUGE SHED FOR PLENTLY OF STORAGE! GREAT LOCATION! MUST SEE!

$71,900

BELLEVILLE

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NICE 2BR HOME! FEATURES HARDWOOD FLOORS, SPACIOUS KITCHEN, LARGE PORCH AND MORE! CALL TODAY FOR YOUR TOUR!

$62,000

ALTON

Text XP194316707 to 31279 For More Info CHARMING 2 STORY HOME! LARGE ROOMS, HARDWOOD FLOORS, NEWER FURNACE, FENCED YARD & DETACHED GARAGE! GREAT PRICE!!

$79,900 Text XP194314742 to 31279 For More Info

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Text XP194315225 to 31279 For More Info GREAT STARTER HOME! 3BR W/HARDWOOD FLOORS, FRESHLY PAINTED, WALKOUT LL, COVERED PORCH & MORE! MUST SEE!

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GRANITE CITY

$79,900

NICE 3BR W/FULL BASEMENT, NEWER ROOF AND FURNACE, OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE, PLENTY OF STORAGE AND MORE! CALL TODAY!!

NICELY UPDATED 3BR HOME! NEW ROOF & SIDING, HARDWOOD FLOORS, LARGE ROOMS, FENCED YARD & MORE! MOVE-IN READY!

$65,000

HARTFORD

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ALTON

$79,900

CUTE HOME ON A CORNER LOT! BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOORS & UPDATED BATHROOM. HOME IS HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE.

CUTE 2BR HOME W/FENCED YARD! SPACIOUS KITCHEN W/LOTS OF CABINETS, NEW CARPET, NEUTRAL PAINT COLORS, ENCLOSED FRONT PORCH & MORE!

$65,000

USDA

TWO HOMES FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! BOTH HOMES HAVE FENCED YARDS, MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRIES & MORE! GREAT INVESTMENT!

$77,900

The Wooffy

NO PMI 5% Down

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BELLEVILLE

$79,900

$5,000 towards down payment and closing cost assistance.

100% financing.

Call for eligibility.

MOVE-IN READY HOME LOCATED ON NICE CORNER LOT! BRICK 2BR RANCH W/NEWER WINDOWS, UPDATED BATH & 1 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE!

VERY CUTE BRICK 3BR HOME! LARGE ROOMS, FULL BASEMENT, LARGE LOT & MUCH MORE! MUST SEE INSIDE TO APPRECIATE!

$72,900

BETHALTO

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GODFREY

$85,900

WELL MAINTAINED FULL BRICK HOME! 2BR W/FIREPLACE, OAK HARDWOOD FLOORS, FULL BASEMENT AND MUCH MORE! MOVE-IN READY!

$79,900

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ALTON

$89,900

ALL BRICK 3BR HOME! FEATURES LARGE SUN ROOM, FULL BASEMENT, ATTACHED GARAGE AND NICE CORNER LOT! MAJOR APPLIANCES INCLUDED!

WELL MAINTAINED ALL BRICK 3BR HOME! LARGE LR W/BRICK FIREPLACE, UPDATED BATH & KITCHEN W/LIKE NEW APPLIANCES & LARGE YARD W/FIRE PIT!

$79,900

ALTON

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GODFREY

$89,900

At Home Illinois Program

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A MUST SEE! 2BR ON SPACIOUS DOUBLE LOT W/MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY, LARGE ROOMS, COVERED PORCH, PARTIALLY FENCED YARD & MORE!

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$137,500

$125,500

$154,900

ELAINE RHODES

ELAINE RHODES

ELAINE RHODES

(618)578-8772

(618)578-8772

(618)578-8772

MLS# 4315166

MLS# 4312984

MLS# 4403765

If you need space, this is a must see! This spacious 4 bedroom home offers two family rooms for enjoyment or entertaining, a large tiered deck to the full fenced yard. Lower level offers a mud room.

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514 TEXAS BOULEVARD, BETHALTO

Gorgeous setting for this wonderful 4 bedroom family home. If you are searching for a home outside of town - here is your chance. Huge heated 4 car garage, large deck & pool.

Searching for country living but not too far out, this wonderful tri-level, 3 bedroom 2 bath w/oversize 2-1/2 car garage sits on a large 100 x 205 lot and features: newer windows, roof, and more.

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845 MCKINLEY BOULEVARD, ALTON

607 SAINT PETER DRIVE, GODFREY

$94,000

$128,900

$88,000

ELAINE RHODES

HEATHER BURNS

ELAINE RHODES

(618)578-8772

(618)466-9922

(618)578-8772

MLS# 4400074

MLS# 4403676

MLS# 4316404

Wonderful well maintained 3 bedroom in well established Kutter Aljets. Nice size living room, large kitchen/dining combo w/ sliding door to a covered patio for relaxing.

Nice garage and shed.

Beautiful and Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath has tons to offer. Orig. hardwood through most of the main level, lg living room open to dining, spacious deck off kitchen, walk up attic and beautiful finished lower level.

Great established neighborhood, close to Hwy 255, shopping, dining and so much more. Nice size 3 bedroom, with deck, covered porch, lower level walks out to a nice size yard.

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3840 OSCAR AVENUE, ALTON

305 BELVEDERE CIRCLE, BRIGHTON

$89,900

$129,900

$79,500

NANCY TRUCKS

RANDY GIBSON

NANCY TRUCKS

(618)520-6276

(618)466-9922

(618)466-9922

MLS# 4313121

MLS# 4403688

MLS# 4404498

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Great location for this brick ranch on a nice double lot. Beautiful wood floors, remodeled kitchen with all appliances.

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Wonderful location for this brick 4 bedroom ranch. Lots of space for the money. Patio doors from dining to deck, patio & fenced yard. Newer access window for exit from LL Bedroom & Family room & much more.

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A fun backyard could induce the kids to put the smartphones down.

Make your yard inviting to kids (BPT) - When summer arrives do you see even less of your kids than you did during the school year? Too many American children, tweens and teens spend those extra hours of free time indoors playing with technology, rather than engaging in healthful activity outside.

Even when you know where your kids are, you may not understand what they’re doing with all those devices and game controllers.

This summer, why not help your children get excited about a healthy and fun time outdoors? You can make your backyard the neighborhood hotspot that no kid can resist by providing three key ingredients to a great summer: fun, food and friendship.

Fun in the sun To compete with smartphones, PCs, tablets and other digital devices, you need outdoor excitement - the kind that only water can provide. Installing a backyard pool may not be practical for everyone, but a backyard water slide is.

Easy to set up and use, a water slide is a cost-effective way to create outdoor fun this summer. While parents may have mixed memories of fun and bumps from the water slides of their own childhood, modern options like H2OGO! backyard water slides offer the timeless appeal of water slides paired with modern technology to provide a more comfortable experience. H2OGO! slides feature the Speed Ramp, an inflatable launch pad that creates a smooth belly-flop landing at the start of the superfast 18-foot slide. A Splash Lagoon funnels water throughout the entire slide, reducing friction and increasing speed. Learn more at www.bestway-global.com.

Food for fun All that water sliding and other fun activity is going to make kids work up an appetite. They’ll need fuel so they can keep having fun.

Look for fare that is easy, kid-friendly and nutritious. For example, instead of serving high-fat, high-sugar ice cream, consider frozen fruit or fruit pops. Replace sugary, calorie-laden sodas with flavored water.

For kids who crave crunch, replace chips with fresh-cut crisp fruits like apples and kid-friendly veggies such as carrots or cherry tomatoes. You can serve them with a variety of delicious, yogurt-based dips. Whip up a nacho platter that incorporates low-fat shredded cheese, fresh salsa and lean protein like beans or grilled chicken.

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$450,000

Alliance 120 S. Buchanan St. Edwardsville, IL 62025

GLEN CARBON

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Stylish 4bdrm, 4bth atrium ranch MLS# with split floor plan, soaring 4310950 ceilings, decorative interior pillars, built-in bookcases.

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$165,900

$145,000

22 KINGSTON ROAD

323 EAST DONNEWALD

404 SOUTH OLD US ROUTE 66

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$142,900

$139,900

$136,500

133 COLUMBIA AVENUE

6828 HAMPSHIRE COURT

631 NORTH KANSAS

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$75,000

$72,500

507 NORTH MORRISON AVENUE

1047 LAFAYETTE COURT

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The proper tools can make projects around the house easier.

Take the sweat out of DIY projects (BPT) - You’ve been dreaming about digging in your garden, changing your landscaping or improving your house all winter long. Finally the weather is nice, your yard is clear and dry, and it’s time for you to get your hands dirty. With the right tools and equipment, you can get all your DIY tasks done while saving time, money and elbow grease.

Look for products that can help make lawn care, gardening, home improvement and other DIY projects easier to accomplish. For example, instead of laboring to push an aerator around your lawn, consider a liquid dethatcher. You apply the dethatcher using a sprayer on the end of the garden hose and the formula works to aerate soil and break up the layer of thatch that hinders grass growth.

Renting tools or equipment you use occasionally or only once a year can save you time and money. Many home improvement stores now offer a wide range of tools for rent, from bench saws and floor sanders to augers and overseeders. By renting, you avoid storage issues and maintenance chores.

One piece of equipment a DIYer can use all summer long is an offroad vehicle. By using your off-road vehicle for heavy jobs, you can avoid the expense of hiring additional workers for project such as: * Hauling rocks or mulch around your yard. Get more done with the family of versatile Polaris RANGER side-by-sides. Their rear

dump box allows you to move and distribute these materials in different garden beds or around all your trees. * Removing dead branches and towing out bushes and trees. By either using a winch, installed on the front of the vehicle, or a tow strap attached to the rear, you can pull out old brush easily. * Smoothing out fresh dirt with a plow. Raking by hand is messy, and takes a lot of time. Instead, hook up a plow to your off-road vehicle and gently smooth out the dirt with the plow lowered to the level you want. If the dirt is already level, attach a pull-behind rake to your vehicle to make the dirt perfect for planting or seeding. * Carting lumber from the driveway to the back patio for easier access to the house project you’re working on. This will allow you to take fewer trips and saves your muscles from a few aches and pains, and also splinters. You also can reduce the number of helpers you need for the project - just make sure you have another person handy to help you load the vehicle. * If you have a boat dock, use your off-road vehicle to tow it into the water for some summer fun.

After all the hard work, take your vehicle out on the trail for a bit of fun. The two-passenger RANGER side-by-sides fit into the bed of most full-sized pickups, making it easy for you and a family member to take a break from the work and hit the trails.

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MLS# 4317243

TROY TROY

MLS# 4316662

MLS# 4403735

8109 BRICKYARD HILL ROAD

3 KEITHS Court

Beautiful Log Style Home on 6 acres.

Overlooks stocked 1 Acre Lake. Wrap-around Back Porch. 4-Car Attached Garage.

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10678 Keck Road 111 Wagner ZenkRoad, Road,Troy Troy 10678 Keck Road 111 Wagner LaneLane Zenk ½ Story Home4Bd/2Ba 4Bd/2Ba SiteFor ForYour YourNew NewHome?

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Lovely Home & Yard 1 ½1 Story Home Site Lovely Home & Yard Family Rm & Bonus Rm 5 Acres - Ideal For Horses 4Bd/3Ba - 2 Fireplaces Updateds in Kitchen Family Rm & Bonus Rm 5 Acres - Ideal For Horses 4Bd/3Ba - 2 Fireplaces Updateds in Kitchen Barn & Silo 24’ above ground Pool Fenced Yard Very Private - 3 Lots Barn & Silo 24’ above ground Pool $188,780 $181,500 $162,900 Fenced Yard Very Private - 3 Lots Pond & Well On Cul-De-Sac JimMLS# Davidson (618) 363-3830 Lake Privileges MLS# 4401180 4314582 MLS# 4315756 Pond & Well On Cul-De-Sac Jim Davidson (618) 363-3830 Lake Privileges Jim Davidson (618) 363-3830 Rachel Sipes (618) 973-2260 Jean Tiemann (618) 972-0538 Jim Davidson (618) 363-3830 4840 NORTH DAUDERMAN ROAD 720 SUNDANCEJean Trail Tiemann (618) 972-0538 145 PINE HOLLOW Lane Jim Davidson MLS (618)4214776 363-3830 Rachel Sipes (618) 973-2260 Jim Davidson (618) 363-3830 $155,000 $306,000 MLS 4304894 $167,500 MLS 4213913 $219,500 MLS 4216119 $155,000 $306,000 MLS Nice 4304894 MLS 4213913 4216119 2bd/2ba Ranch. Family Rm$219,500 w/fireplaceMLS & A Great Find! 2 Story 3BR/3BA$167,500 Home, Large Cute 3 bed/2 bath, full walkwout basementMLS in 4214776 2 Bonus Rms in basement. Oversized 2 car

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G GN I N D $162,500 $135,000 $95,000 NI 531 State Rt. 4 1918 Washington Avenue 4101 East Highway 161 506 Reese D E Gently Rolling 3Bd/1Ba Home Currently Active Church N 531 State Rt. 4Site 1918 Washington Avenue 4101 East Highway 161 Very Nice 506 Reese P 10678 KECK Road 528 HILLSBORO AVENUE 122 ALLEN Avenue E MainHome 3.68 Acres Site Floor Master Approx.

3150Church Sq. Ft. Gently Rolling 3Bd/1Ba Currently Active 2Bd/1Ba Very Nice PMain Adorable 1 ½ Story 4 Bd + 2 Ba Home.

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MLS# 4312104

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w/hardwood floors. 2+ bathrooms. Finished

Schools Rachel Sipes Floors Throughout Lori Wood Johannessen Pews, Organ & Pulpit Stay + Bonus Rm in Basement. Above Ground 10’ Ceilings. Freshly painted interior.

Family Room in basement. Carport Traid w/storage.

Walk-out Basement Rachel Sipes (618) 973-2260 977-8296 Jim Davidson (618) 363-3830 Jim Davidson (618) 363-3830 Broker, Debbie Davis (618) Broker JIM4216329 DAVIDSON (618)307-3484 CLAY PARKER (618)407-9209 ANGIE ZAHN (618)588-9876 $69,900 MLS 4217124 $69,000 MLS $140,000 MLS 4200874 $67,000 MLS 4215545 e-Pro Rachel Sipes Debbie Davis (618) 977-8296 Davidson (618) 363-3830 Text XP194403313 to 31279Jim For More Info Text XP194312104 to 31279Jim For More Info Text XP194214195 to 31279 For More Info (618) 973-2260 Davidson (618) 363-3830 $69,000 MLS 4216329

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2309 East 25TH Street

Spacious 2-story home, 3 bd/2 bath, Possible play room in upper storage area. 2-car garage 115 Maryknoll sits in front of home - added privacy.

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Making your yard the best in the neighborhood.

Crown your lawn the king of spring (BPT) - Those winter chills are finally history and it’s time focus on outdoor fun again. Your lawn is the perfect spot for family gatherings, sports competitions, barbecues and relaxing afternoons, so why not make it the best it can be? Before your calendar fills up, apply these five tips and your lawn will be in great shape for the entire season. * Clean up. Whether it was packed under the snow or blown in by the wind, the winter season leaves more than its fair share of debris behind. Grab a rake and get started raking up all of this garbage. Once the lawn is clean, apply a thin layer - about a quarter-inch thick - of compost to give your lawn a boost and start it in the right direction. * Reseed the bare patches. Your travels around your lawn to rake up debris will probably reveal some bare patches. If you do happen upon a patch of barren ground, loosen the top 2-4 inches.

Level the soil with your garden rake and cover the area with a mixture of grass seed and fertilizer. You could also replace the fertilizer with compost. Pat the surface with the flat end of the rake when finished to ensure the seed remains in place. Water as necessary. * Aerate your lawn. Aerating allows oxygen, water and other nutrients to reach your grass’s roots, and it’s one of the best things you can do to support your lawn. Travel across your yard with a manual or gas-powered aerator, punching holes in the ground. Make sure to pass over each area only once. After you’ve

finished aerating, spread compost, fertilizer or peat moss over your yard. The fertilizer will be absorbed quickly through the holes created by the aeration. * It’s time to mow. Optimal grass length is 2.5-3.5 inches, so cut your grass as frequently as needed to achieve this length without cutting more than third of each grass blade. Mowing high and often will produce a heartier lawn that is more adept at keeping weeds away, as well as making it less susceptible to heat and drought. The new Z200 series of residential zero-turn riding mowers from Husqvarna, handles your mowing duties in a snap.

The Z200 zero-turn platform features SmartSwitch technology that gives you one-touch steering, real-time feedback and keyless security so you can mow the lawn quickly and enjoyably every time. * Add color and contrast. Landscaping adds immediate scenic interest to your space and allows you to showcase your creativity as well. If you choose to add annuals or perennials to your space, plant them in odd numbers and in tiny pockets around the yard - this produces a more natural appearance. You can also add a centerpiece to your yard, such as a sculpture, fountain, fire pit or horseshoe pit. Any of these focal points provides a gathering place and an excuse to enjoy relaxing afternoons on your beautiful lawn all season long.

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Put your own stamp on your outdoor spaces.

Ways to define your outdoor space (BPT) - Winter ’s coldest days make you appreciate spring and summer, as well as the warm afternoons spent outdoors enjoying these seasons.

And when the time comes, there’s no better place to relax than in your own backyard. If your space isn’t all it could be, though, this is the perfect time for a little outdoor upgrade.

Below are five projects you can tackle on your own to reinvent your backyard and turn it into the space you always knew it could be. * Landscape for the year. Landscaping provides a focal point in your yard, but don’t just landscape with the warmer months in mind - include plants for each season. Showcase blooming flowers and hostas in the warmer months, and pair them with evergreen conifers for a look that’s inviting all year long. * One-of-a-kind planter boxes. Showcase your most beautiful blooms or delicious herbs in planter boxes made from Western Red Cedar. Western Red Cedar is ideal for planter boxes because it is naturally rot, decay and insect resistant.

Plus, building the box is easy. You can learn how to build planter boxes of your own at Realcedar.com. * Sitting beside the fire. A fire pit is a great way to extend your backyard use into the evening hours, and giving the pit a professional look is easier than you think. Start by measur-

ing the pit area and then build your wall of pavers. Surround the pit itself with gravel, additional pavers or another non-flammable substance, then add some comfy chairs and prepare to enjoy. * The all-in-one pergola. Whether you’re looking for a little shade, a centerpiece for the yard or the perfect spot to entertain, a pergola delivers. Building the pergola out of a lighter wood like Western Red Cedar will make the material easier to handle for any DIYer, and the appearance and smell of Western Red Cedar ensures your pergola will blend in naturally with the rest of your yard. You can find instructions for building your own pergola at Realcedar.com. * Let there be light. Enjoy your backyard any time of day with just a little lighting. Solar-powered path lights are a low-maintenance way to showcase your new landscaping, and hanging track lighting can bring an evening glow to your pergola.

Finally, don’t forget tiki torches. Adding a couple will give your backyard a rustic feel and keep the mosquitos away at the same time. What could be better than that?

Your backyard is what you make of it, so why not make it great? Any of these projects will noticeably enhance your backyard. For more amazing backyard projects, visit Realcedar.com.

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Get the most out of your lawnmower while being careful what you put in it.

Old fuel cans can be troublesome (BPT) - Nothing says summer like neighborhoods coming alive with the sounds of lawn mowers and the smell of fresh-cut grass. But getting the lawn mower out of the shed and running properly can be a struggle early in the season.

You turn the key and the riding lawn mower roars to life.

Then the engine promptly sputters and dies. Before tearing apart the engine or calling a mechanic, look inside the gas tank.

“Every spring, we see issues with mowers caused by homeowners using gasoline left over from the year before,” says Dwight Grosz, a small engine mechanic near Bismarck, N.D. “Over time, untreated fuel begins to break down, which leads to hard starting, poor performance or an engine that won’t start at all.”

Why gasoline goes bad What causes gasoline to break down? The first thing to go is gasoline’s volatility. The lightest chemicals evaporate first, leaving a heavier gasoline that doesn’t combust properly. The engine will probably still run, just not as well.

“A more serious problem is oxidization,” says Paul Herskind, a refined fuels expert at CHS, which refines and sells Cenexbrand fuels at more than 1,400 fueling locations. “When inspecting fuel that has sat unused over the winter, watch for signs that it is darker in color and smells sour. It might have small pieces of gum floating in it. These are all signs the fuel has oxidized.

You don’t want that in your engine.”

Oxidization is the result of hydrocarbons in the fuel reacting with oxygen to produce new compounds, explains Herskind.

This results in gum, which can clog gas lines and filters and create deposits in the fuel system. Gummed-up carburetors can

be expensive to fix and may not run properly until deposits are removed.

“Finally, there’s the issue of water contamination,” adds Herskind. Water usually finds its way into fuel tanks through condensation caused by fluctuating temperatures. Water in your engine will lead to hard starting and sputtering.

How to fix it If your mower won’t start because you’ve been using old gasoline, you’ll need to remove the old fuel and any built-up residue in the engine. Begin by referring to the owner ’s manual for service procedures.

Next, siphon out the old gasoline into a container for proper disposal. Then, if the lawn mower runs for a few seconds and dies, the carburetor might be clogged or have old fuel in the float bowl.

“When the volatile ingredients in fuel evaporate, it leaves a sticky, varnish-like substance that clogs the small jets in carburetors,” says Grosz. “Once that happens, the only solution is to use a carburetor cleaner to remove varnish deposits.”

After cleaning the carburetor, add fresh fuel and a fuel stabilizer to help keep the system clean.

After treating the fuel Grosz advises going through a quick checklist to ensure your mower ’s ready for the season. Consult your owner ’s manual for maintenance recommendations.

First, change the oil to remove contaminants, sludge and acids. Drain the old oil out and refill the crankcase. Grosz recommends using oil manufactured specifically for smaller engines and lawn mowers, such as Cenex 2-Cycle Oil. Consult your owner ’s manual for manufacturer recommendations.

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Create an inviting space outdoors for the whole family.

Have it made in your backyard (BPT) - In the midst of the winter we love to think of the summer as this idyllic time when we live barefoot under the sky and everything is perfect and beautiful. Then when the summertime comes, we find ourselves complaining about too much sun, being too hot or bugs - and stay inside in the cool AC to avoid them.

The good news is you can create a cool, shady and even bug-free spot for yourself, no matter the size of your outdoor space or your wallet.

Natural tree shade Before building a patio or deck canopies, take another look at your yard. Perhaps nature has a solution. If you don’t have a nice tree already, consider planting one. Trees provide natural canopy, especially during the summer when they have the most leaves.

If that is not an option or you want to enjoy shade while your newly planted tree is growing, take a good look at your backyard and think of how and when you want to use the space, which will help you pick the right solution.

Umbrellas A freestanding umbrella, grouped with a table or a chair, will provide shade for alfresco dining or a morning coffee. Also, a bright umbrella can add a splash of color to your home’s exterior.

Most umbrellas can be easily moved, so you can block the hot sun from any direction or stow it away when not in use.

Pergola For a more traditional and permanent option consider a custom-made pergola. They can provide a real sense of having a room outside that is either open to the sky, air and nature, or fitted with a Somfy automated system of fabric or slats. You can also screen the sides of your pergola for added privacy or insect protection.

Think low maintenance materials such as acrylic trim boards, fiberglass columns and woods such as ipe and redwood. This way you can enjoy your pergola rather than spending time cleaning, scraping and painting it.

Cabana For a tropical option at a fraction of the cost, go with a cabana that you can pick up at most outdoor furniture stores. Customize your piece with outdoor fabrics in colors or patterns that match the style of your home. Pack it up and store it when the weather turns cold or if you’re expecting a storm.

Retractable Awning Motorized retractable awnings powered by Somfy are a great adaptable option, which allow you to enjoy the sun or shade, whenever you choose, at a press of a button. Maximize energy savings by having your awning react to the weather or a schedule set by you. Automatic sensors will also protect your awning during high winds or rain by retracting it.

Shade “sails” Tension fabric shade sails can be ready-made or custom designed. Select durable material and make sure that the cloth is pitched to allow rainwater to fall off of it. Water that collects in the middle of the cloth sail can stretch the fabric or damage the system. Design it so you can easily take down the fabric canopy and store it for the winter, especially in climates that get ice and snow.

Covered patio If you already have a covered patio or are adding one to your home, consider integrated, automated screens to keep the bugs out, and/or to provide additional sun protection. This option gives you a useful space no matter the weather, year round.

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Keep the water in your pool safe this summer.

What’s in your pool water?

(BPT) - You hit the diving board, get some air and tuck up for the biggest cannonball of the season. It feels good to be back in the pool again.

Or so you think. Because the truth is, if you knew what was in the pool water you were jumping into, maybe you wouldn’t be jumping in the first place.

A crowded pool Swimmers and pool owners alike know pools are full of chemicals such as chlorine, but pools that lack proper maintenance allow for plenty of unwelcome guests as well.

Pathogens, bacteria, algae and other invaders can all call a pool’s water home without proper cleaning. “The importance of ph and alkalinity levels are often overlooked,” says Matt Giovanisci of Swim University. “The balance of the water is one of the most important things.”

Giovanisci says that while maintaining proper ph and alkalinity levels are a key first step that will allow the chlorine to do its job, many pool owners just aren’t too excited about the maintenance side of pool ownership, increasing the threat of pathogens contaminating the water.

Today’s technology makes it easy Pool ownership today is vastly advanced from just 10 years ago, offering pool owners easy solutions to cleaner pools, without relying solely on chemicals.

Older methods of pool cleaning include the use of pole vacuums and either suction or pressure side cleaners. Today however, the market is decidedly shifting toward robotic pool cleaners, and Giovanisci says it’s easy to see why. “Robotic pool cleaners do three things real well,” he says. “They vacuum and scrub pool floors, some actually scrub the walls

helping to remove algae and prevent permanent staining, they have a filtration system built into them that helps purify the water, and they help circulate the water and available chemicals to provide a healthier cleaner pool.”

Many owners also appreciate the robotic pool cleaner ’s energy efficiency as it only costs about 5 cents a cycle hour to use. Robotic pool cleaners also work independently, just set them in the pool, press a button and off they go, saving pool owners both time and labor. Prices have also come down considerably, making them more affordable than ever.

“When it comes to robotic pool cleaners, my favorite brand has to be Aquabot,” Giovanisci says.

“They invented robotic pool cleaning and make a really simple and easy-to-use product.” The best pool cleaners are specifically designed to also filter the pool’s water, helping to remove the harmful contaminants. Aquabot robotic pool cleaners, for example, actually filter water down to two microns, reducing the need to rely solely on chemical solutions.

And one innovation that really seems to help are the power washing jets; they channel the clean, filtered water to power wash surfaces and help vacuum small particles like silt and sand.

Whatever pool cleaning solution you decide upon, Giovanisci says efficiency is the key. “Purchase from brands you trust and let technology do the work for you. And with all of the options available today, simply invest in the features that are important to you and your pool,” he says. “Enjoy and with minimal effort you’ll have the cleanest, healthiest pool in the neighborhood.”

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