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Building Character Begins Early at Primrose School in Long Grove

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Homegrown and Locally Made: BOOM!

FEBRUARY 2017

Love... love changes everything / Hands and faces, earth and sky Love... love changes everything / How you live, and how you die —Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aspects of Love

PUBLISHER

Michael Beightol | Michael.Beightol@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

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t’s February, and to the delight of many and dismay of others, that Cupid character is about to tuck an arrow’s tip ‘round the Stephen Neilson corner of our calendars and empty his quiver to celebrate his vision of Valentine’s Day. Like many modern holidays, February 14 is a multi-cultural mixtape—featuring influences by ancient Rome’s fertility feast of Lupercalia, a 5th century upgrade by the Catholic Church to honor martyred St. Valentine, a rash of romantic runes by Chaucer and Shakespeare ramping up the heat, and a blooming tradition of exchanging sweet handmade cards (big with the Brits in the 1700s) that bodaciously blossomed in America. We celebrate in songs and sonnets and snapchats, cards and candy, flowers and feasts, flirtatious fashion and fine jewelry—over 60% percent of us celebrate Valentine’s Day somehow, surveys say.

The results can be a mixtape too—the loved feeling lovely, but the lonely left lingering in winter chill—inspiring an unspoken challenge for us all to share a little love and good will with everyone this month, not just sweethearts and valentines. A time for a little creativity, and inspiration, and character-building. A little love: it can change everything.

February in SW Lake county features so much more than a romantic holiday whose history earns it a Facebook status of “It’s complicated”—at SW Lake Lifestyle it’s our Homegrown and Locally Made issue: • Vote for your favorite local businesses in our “2017 Best of SW Lake Awards”; nominations are in, and polls are open • See how Primrose School of Long Grove locally builds character and a lasting love for learning • Feeling lucky? Keep that glow reading our feature on local artist Russ Riendeau and his striking statue rescued from the flames, “Juniper’s Fire” • Rising from its ashes yet once more, relive The King’s Manor 25th Anniversary • For those last-minute V-Day gifts, we’ve got some hot suggestions for you

Stephen Neilson | Stephen.Neilson@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Michael Beightol, Renee Clark, Jean Dziedzic, Nicolette Martin, Stephen Neilson, Margo Pelak, Russ Riendeau CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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I’m thrilled that this new year brought new opportunity and responsibility for me with SW Lake Lifestyle as Editor. Recognizing what’s awesome, what’s local, and what makes us yell “BOOM!” is a lifelong passion—what a great fit! Publisher Michael Beightol and I thank you for your readership.

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Good Times

Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble presents outstanding Nutcracker

Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble performed an elaborate and engaging rendition of The Nutcracker in December, featuring professional guest stars and over 80 student performers. The precise dancing, elegant costumes, and spectacular staging were all perfectly "on point."

The Nutcracker takes a bow.

Mother Ginger and children wave goodbye.

Curtain Calls.

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New Brewery Headlines Attractions Coming to Historic Downtown Long Grove in 2017

2016 was a historic comeback year for Long Grove. From record-setting attendance numbers at annual events like Chocolate Fest, to unique businesses on the way such as Buffalo Creek Brewery, the Long Grove business community is experiencing a rebirth. Look for our feature on Long Grove's revival in the March issue of SW Lake Lifestyle.

Beans & Leaves. A cozy Long Grove cafe featuring Long Grove Visitor’s Center. A recommended High Tea with Gerri. The art of Afternoon Tea lives fresh, locally roasted fine coffee and a wide variety first stop when visiting Historical Downtown Long on through Gerri's tasteful creations at Gerri's Tea of loose leaf tea. 320 Old McHenry Road.

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Open House

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HOME TO LONG GROVE’S COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES ARTICLE RENEE CLARK

Country Club Estates, located at the southern tip of Long Grove, is one of the village’s premier neighborhoods. The subdivision, between Route 83, Old 53 and Checker Roads, surrounds the Grove Country Club (formerly Hillcrest). It is one of the oldest subdivisions in the village, with homes built as early as 1960 and over the ensuing decades in nine phases.

There are 288 lots in the neighborhood, almost all of them with homes. One of the most popular neighborhoods in Long Grove, this subdivision is known for an abundance of beautiful landscaping with mature trees and manicured lawns. It is within walking distance of

1515 Sumter Drive - Foyer

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1515 Sumter Drive - Family Room

1515 Sumter Drive - Kitchen

1522 Sumter Court Kitchen & Breakfast Room

the architecturally significant covered bridge, the gateway to Historic Downtown Long Grove. Walkers and joggers are a common sight on the beautiful nature paths throughout the community.

Children living in Country Club Estates go to some of the best schools in the country; in District 96 there’s Kildeer Countryside Elementary and Woodlawn Middle School, and in District 125, Stevenson High School is

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rated one of the top high schools in the U.S. The unique location provides easy access to major highways, public transportation and a variety of shopping.

Two homes typify the neighborhood. Newly updated, 1522 Sumter Court (offered at $675,000) has a two-story entry with herringbone wood floors, and a spacious living room that leads to the family room with fireplace and wet bar. The kitchen has been beautifully remodeled with new cabinets, soft-close drawers, a walk-in pantry, ceramic tile floor and high-end appliances. On the second floor is a large master suite with remodeled bath and walk-in closet. Also on this level are three more bedrooms, along with a loft/gallery area perfect for reading or working.

Nearby is 1515 Sumter Drive. This is also a spacious

Long Grove's Historic Covered Bridge

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1522 Sumter Court - Master Bathroom

the back yard, has stainless appliances, complete with a warming drawer. A large family room with fireplace and bar is perfect for entertaining. The master suite is a hide-away with double shower, whirlpool tub, heated floor and his/her walk-in closets. Three additional bedrooms make this a perfect home.

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Relaunch y a d i & Hol y t r a P

Russ Reindeau, Chris Nolan & Ed Scott

PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHEN NEILSON

SW Lake Lifestyle hosted a Holiday party, also celebrating the reboot of the magazine with its new ownership and local

Jacek Malczynski (Farmers Insurance Group), Maria Weisbruch (Wauconda Chamber) and Jeff Eggert (18 | 8 Fine Men’s Salon)

staff. Publisher Michael Beightol, Editor and Lead Photographer Stephen Neilson and Writer Margo Pelak welcomed a host of local business owners and workers at Side Lot Brewery, where guests quaffed local brews, caught up on the local news, and foraged a festive array of appetizers prepared by the Side Lot crew.

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Jean Dziedzic (Saint Viator High School) and her husband, Ted

Cassidy Towne, Carol Rolfs, Claire Ryan & Mark Munro (Baird Warner)

Cassidy Towne, Russ Reindeau & Cedric Quackenbush (Windy City Bulls)

Michael Beightol (SW Lake Lifestyle) greets guests.

Jonah Kreinberg and Jason Vucic (Side Lot Brewery)

Ryan Yantis, Margo Pelak & Kelli Schulte

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ARTICLE MARGO PELAK | PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHEN NEILSON

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Primrose School of Long Grove owners Rich and Jenny Wierzchon

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PRIMROSE SCHOOL (CON TI N U ED)

Emily Hart (center, with doll) with friends at playtime.

Teacher Kyle Kieninger with members of the Explorers class.

Applied geometry - the early years.

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The playground Fire Truck.

when 19-month old Emily Hart sees her parents through the classroom window and realizes that it’s time to leave her friends and teachers at Primrose School in Long Grove. She’s spent the day there, and she begins to pout as she clings to her father and mother, Erik and Keri Hart of Lake Zurich. The Harts have come to pick up Emily, but little Emily wants no part of the school day ending.

“She never wants to leave,” Keri confessed, while attempting to soothe her daughter.

Wait. A child who doesn’t want to leave school?

“It is actually pretty common here,” Jenny Wierzchon acknowledged. Wierzchon, along with her husband Rich, opened the newly built Primrose School in August.

Wierzchon has spent her entire career in early childhood education and was so impressed with the Primrose model of early education, started 30 years ago in Marietta, Georgia, that she and Rich purchased a franchise.

“It’s the best curriculum I have ever seen,” she said, adding that many of the students at her school are children of teachers that appreciate the way Primrose Schools nurture an early, lifelong love of learning.

The school accepts children from six weeks to pre-kindergarten, and also has after-school and summer programs for students up to 12 years old, with plans for kindergarten classes in the future.

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PRIMROSE SCHOOL (CON TI N U ED)

According to Wierzchon, the Primrose philosophy embraces a research-based “balanced learning” approach that includes character development as part of each day’s lesson plan, using 12 beloved character puppets (one for each month of the year) and other unique learning tools to develop empathy, good manners, compassion and kindness, among other core values, at an early age and in an age-appropriate manner.

Even infants have a curriculum, focused on developing motor skills, curiosity, and wonder.

The Wierzchons opened the newly built school, located on McHenry Road just north of Route 22 in Long Grove, in August. The building boasts a high tech security system, a commercial kitchen run by a full-time chef, onsite WiFi, Wii games for the older children, and iPads for students and teachers alike.

Teachers can send parents on-the-fly photos of milestones and activities or provide them with an end-of day digital or emailed report.

An enthusiastic student high-fives Mrs. Wierzchon during class.

“You really have to experience the school firsthand, with a tour, to understand why Primrose is so different,” said Wierzchon.

“It feels like a family atmosphere,” said Keri Hart, who eventually soothed her daughter Emily by telling her they’d be back again soon.

NOTE: The public is invited to an Open House at Primrose School on Saturday, February 11 from 9:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m., at 3985 N. Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL 60047 Phone (847) 438-3175 Hours: M-F 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Website: www.primroselonggrove.com

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Teacher Natalie Wood, working with some of the youngest students.

School Director Sarah Simon.

Mr. Wierzchon visiting one of Primrose's younger classes.

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King's” Manor theatre group

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hosts 25th Reunion show ARTICLE JEAN DZIEDZIC | PHOTOGRAPHY SUPPLIED

The King's Manor wiggle of wenches.

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This wiggle of wenches a wiz at winging it onstage

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ne of Chicago’s most popular dinner theaters from the late 1970s through

mid-1990s was the medieval-themed King’s Manor: a bold, bawdy musical-comedy review. It was unique entertainment — a six-course banquet-style meal (no silverware allowed) with freeflowing beer and wine, served by beautiful singing Wenches.

The food was feastly, the songs were salacious, and the humor was slapstick, and often improvised — all performed by a gifted group of singers, dancers, musicians, and comedians in the guise of Wenches, Kings, Minstrels, and Jesters.

The King’s Manor closed in the mid-1990s, but its unique work environment bred a particularly tight-knit group of friends who attended annual Wench Retreats and frequent family gatherings. Over the years, the cast’s spouses heard countless tales of the King’s Manor, and

Live on stage at the King's Manor 25th Anniversary reunion.

their children grew up with the impression that

In a flashmob-like moment, the Wenches took

calling a woman a “Wench” was high praise.

to the stage to start the 2.5 hour show for more

Older children wistfully wished that they could

than 150 guests. Jean Schneider Dziedzic of

have seen the show. Over time, a wiggle of

Hoffman Estates, Jenny Rudnick of Vernon

Wenches (really, look it up — http://botani-

Hills, Jen Chada of Glen Ellyn, Nandia Black of

callinguist.com/collective-nouns/) wondered

Kildeer (who just so happens to be Kildeer's

whether it was possible to cobble the old show

Mayor), Kitty Fishman of Highland Park,

back together again, one more time, just for

Denise Roehrborn of Palatine, and Kim Mallery

the performers’ spouses and children. The idea

of Fox Lake all performed songs from the orig-

was met with enthusiastic support.

inal show, accompanied by Minstrel David

Anxiously revisiting the original theater space

Kunzweiler of Palatine, Jester David Boylan of

at 2122 W. Lawrence for the first time in decades,

Bloomingdale, along with 3 of the Kings: Ray

the Wenches were shocked and delighted to

Frewen of Downers Grove, Neil Bremer

discover that, although it had since been occu-

of Kalamazoo Michigan, and Doug Smith

pied by several restaurants in the intervening

of Chicago. Former owner Steve Ukropen

years, most of the interior was in the same medi-

of Evanston was in attendance under the

eval-castle condition as when they performed

guise of it being a mere anniversary gather-

their last 1990s show. Further encouraged, they

ing, and was surprised and delighted as the

booked the venue, tracked down the old music,

performance began.

gathered the gang together, rehearsed and

Live on stage at the King's Manor 25th Anniversary reunion.

Packed with expectant family and old

updated the old jokes and comedic bits, and

friends,

prepared to cater the same hands-only dinner

performance on September 10 was a huge

fare of chicken, ribs and corn on the cob.

hit. Many performers’ children (16 and older)

the

standing-room-only,

2.5-hour

The invitation-only event immediately sold

were stunned to discover that their Moms

out, and Wenches whooshed across the coun-

were actually talented (and pretty darn cool

try from as far as LA and NY to perform — realiz-

besides), while others suffered side-cramps

ing how often the lyrics of their songs could take

from laughter watching their fathers mug for

on an interesting new spin sung by 50-year-

the crowd, as the performers of "King's Manor"

old executives and 60-year-old grand-

enthusiastically delivered a memorable rousing

mothers, rather than 25-year-old ingénues.

reprise finale of legendary local dinner theater.

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Artist’s Palette The bronco's head was originally a portion of the Juniper tree's trunk.

JUNIPER'S RESCUED FROM THE ASHES, THIS LUCKY BUCK PASSES ITS GOOD FORTUNE ALONG

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FIRE

ARTICLE STEPHEN NEILSON WITH RUSS RIENDEAU | PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHEN NEILSON

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oon after the once-beautiful, 40-year old Juniper tree tumbled to the ground in a pile of chopped branches and twigs,

artist Russ Riendeau recalls the sight of the fire pit full of random cuttings and branches ready to be set ablaze when one large branch caught his attention: a shape that resembled the silhouette of a wild horse. He reached into the tangled web of wood and saved the limb, setting it aside.

Over the next year, he worked diligently with the limb, removing layers of bark and stems — “Anything that wasn’t a horse”, as Russ explains.

After 50-plus hours with saws, hammers, shaping tools, chisels, hasps, dremels, drills, and sandpaper, the image of “Juniper’s Fire” emerged.

Once finished with special teak oil, he transported it to a foundry in Oregon, Illinois to be cast into a very limited edition (7) bronze piece. The “lucky” number 7 was chosen not just of the limb’s own good fortune being saved from the fire, but from a remarkable event just a few days before.

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Artist’s Palette

(CON TI N U ED)

A photographer friend of Russ’s, who had taken some marketing photos of the piece at his shop, called to say Russ could pick up the sculpture at his shop after work. With rush-hour traffic and wet snow falling on a

Artist Russ Riendeau poses with his imposing bronze sculpture, "Juniper's Fire".

cold damp night, Russ remembers thinking

Russ recalled after his drive home how he

twice about the 30-minute drive, considering

was overcome with tears — realizing that the

stopping by the next day, but recalled, “He’d

person the firefighters found in the remote

done me the favor of taking the pictures right

office may well have died had it not been for

away, so the right thing to do would be to just

events put in motion nearly a year before.

go tonight and get it over with.”

Russ was “lucky” enough to be in the right

As Russ arrived, the smell of engine exhaust

place and time to smell the fumes and call for

fumes hung in the air of the building. His

help, all for having seen the image of a horse’s

friend’s dog, which normally jumped up to

silhouette in a pile of juniper.

great him, was unusually sedate and calm, and

Juniper’s Fire, now also nicknamed “Lucky

his friend was moving very slowly and seeming

Buck”, is limited to a (lucky) 7 editions. Russ can’t

confused. Russ called 911 and opened doors for

swear to it, but wouldn’t be surprised at all if it

fresh air, moving his friend and dog to outside.

might bring those 7 new owners good fortune, as

Upon arrival, firefighters found dangerous lev-

it already has for him, his friend, his friend’s dog,

els of CO2 in the building — a result of one of

and the rescued stranger in the remote office.

the tenants running trucks in the building with

Those interested in owning an edition of Juniper’s

the doors closed. Firefighters also rescued

Fire may contact Russ at 847.363.9789.

another man in a remote office in the same building who was in need of attention.

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3985 N. Old McHenry Road | Long Grove, IL 60047 847.438.3175 | PrimroseLongGrove.com Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise. Primrose Schools® and Balanced Learning® are registered trademarks of Primrose School Franchising Company. ©2017 Primrose School Franchising Company. All rights reserved. See primroseschools.com for ‘fact’ source and curriculum detail.

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February FEBRUARY 8

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BACC ANNUAL ECONOMIC

COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR OF LAKE ZURICH

SUMMIT: STATE OF THE

KOFFEE KUP RESTAURANT IN DOWNTOWN LAKE ZURICH

BARRINGTON REGION BARRINGTON'S WHITE HOUSE Meet the area's influential lead-

Open to the public - chat with Lake Zurich's Mayor, for the price of a cup of coffee. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

ers and hear first-hand updates on

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developments that impact local busi-

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY EXPO

nesses. Fees/Admission: $40 for

WAUCONDA HIGH SCHOOL

Barrington Chamber Members; $50 for Guests. Includes hot breakfast buffet.

The Wauconda Area Chamber’s Business & Community EXPO is

Invited Community Leaders include:

a family oriented showcase held

Karen Darch of Barrington, Martin McLaughlin of Barrington Hills, Bob

at the Wauconda High School.

Kellermann of Deer Park, John Tatooles of Inverness, Kevin Richardson

It features local business exhib-

of Lake Barrington, Nandia Black of Kildeer, Angie Underwood of

itors as well as a craft show and

Long Grove, Albert Pino of North Barrington, Shannon Yeaton of Port

great family entertainment. No

Barrington, Paula McCombie of South Barrington, and David Parro of

admission charge; a must attend

Tower Lakes. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

winter event. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Invites you to our Valentine’s Day 4-Hour Sale Tuesday, February 14, 2pm – 6pm Book your Romantic Getaway at our office!

Champagne and Chocolate Consultation.

Discounts, Specials, Upgrades and Additional values on Cruises and Vacations.

Romantic Travel By Design A division of Lake Zurich Travel. call: 847-847-1095 Lake Zurich Travel & Cruise 461 S. Rand Rd., Lake Zurich, IL 60047 32

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INTELLIGENCE Kelli Schulte, CPLC, ACC, CEQA

February 23, 2017 | 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Emotional Intelligence Consultant and Coach

Hawthorn Woods Country Club, 1 Tournament North, Hawthorn Woods

This is a free event. To learn more and register go to: http://tinyurl.com/h6e8ksa

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Local’s Choice

Illini cufflinks will make a favorite University of Illinois grad look really sharp ($90).

Get Your Fear the Steer with a contemporary Chicago Bulls dog tag pendant ($800).

Wouldn't Willie look wonderful for a Wildcat grad? Northwestern University pendant & necklace ($100).

Fan on,

CUPID ARTICLE MICHAEL BEIGHTOL

February is prime time for area sports fans. Sure, the Clip it. Clip it good with a Marquette University money clip ($110).

Bears have climbed back into their cave for another

Know a Huskie? Get her a Northern Illinois University gold pendant ($100).

long hibernation, but all other area teams are in the swing. The Bulls are playing better, the Blackhawks are skating as hard as ever, Spring Training for the Sox and World Champion Chicago Cubs starts this month and college basketball teams are angling for possible deep runs during March Madness.

February is also the perfect time team to pick out a little something for a Valentine who’s a sports fan.

Timothy Grant Jewelry – with locations in Schaumburg and a new home in Lake Zurich – is a great place to shop for your Valentine. If your honey is a sports fan, your inner Cupid is in luck with terrific sports team gift options across a range of price points, says Timothy Grant’s Lisa Siefert. Her husband and store owner, Tim,

Support the Blackhawks on their way to the playoffs with a Sterling silver bracelet ($100).

is an award-winning Goldsmith and Platinumsmith.

Go to www.timothygrants.com to learn more about Timothy Grant Jewelry. Stores are in Schaumburg (847.524.0033) and Lake Zurich (847.726.1556).

Fly like a Hawkeye with University of Iowa dangle earrings ($60).

NBA and NBA member team identifications are the intellectual property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective member teams. ©2009 NBA Properties, Inc. All rights reserved.

The NCAA team indicia featured on these products are a protected trademark of the respective college, university, or institution.

All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. © NHL. All Rights Reserved.

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Sold Properties

NEIGHBORHOOD

SW Lake Realty Report SOLD PRICE

LIST PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS BATHS

Legacy of Barrington

$905,788

$869,425

104%

1

4

3.1

Legacy of Barrington

$782,266

$782,266

100%

2

4

3.1

Hawthorn Woods Country Club

$760,000

$780,000

97%

4

5

5.1

Sanctuary Club

$739,900

$749,900

99%

66

4

4

Flint Creek

$679,000

$679,000

100%

22

4

3.1

Barrington Hilltop

$635,000

$649,950

98%

26

4

2.1

Country Club Estates

$620,000

$650,000

95%

6

5

3.1

Timberlake Estates

$610,000

$625,000

98%

56

4

3.1

Deerpath Estates

$607,000

$619,900

98%

26

4

3.1

Abbey Glenn

$605,000

$624,900

97%

42

4

4.1

Countryside Glen

$570,000

$579,900

98%

9

4

3.1

Timbercreek

$515,000

$525,000

98%

18

5

5.1

Country Club Estates

$509,900

$524,900

97%

40

4

2.1

MLS statistics from 12/01/16 to 12/31/16. All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed.

Real estate is a relationship driven, results driven business, and we consider both to be a top priority. Our success is not only measured by sales numbers, but by the longstanding client relationships we have.

847.612.0027 | renee@reneeclarkhomes.com

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