Over $155 million sold and over 420 happy homeowners Shaunna Burhop | Baird & Warner Real Estate Broker 210 W. Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004 shaunna.burhop@bairdwarner.com
August 2022 Newsletter Savor the Summer!
It’s important to slow down a bit and squeeze in every last ounce of fun. Vacations, pool time, festivals, and just soaking up the sun takes priority over making decisions about real estate—but it’s a great time to start the conversation before the fall. Call me at 847.275.0277 for a free consultation!
Market Update NORTHWEST SUBURBS* Detached, Single Family • Median Sales Price: $436,000 +3.8% • Average Days on Market: 21 -38.2% • New Listings: 802 -32.4% • Homes Under Contract: 504 -26.3% • Absorption Rate: 61.6% Attached, Condos + Townhomes • Median Sales Price: $235,000 +13.4% • Average Days on Market: 22 -42.1% • New Listings: 516 -42.6% • Homes Under Contract: 404 -13.9% • Absorption Rate: 100.1% *Statistics July 2022 v. 2021; (+) or (-) indicates change between the month of July 2022 compared to July 2021. Figures from MRED LLC. Info Sparks.
Calendar Saturday August 20, 4-7pm: Enjoy live music and beer or wine tastings paired with local snacks at Flights in the Park in Willow Stream Park, Buffalo Grove. More info at: bgparks.org/flights-in-the-park/
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Going bold with beige!
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hile few hues culturally represent bland and boring quite so well, the new beige is deeper and more interesting, with none of the drabness of the 90s variety, according to home decor journalist Jill Glesson. It’s neutrality makes it a perfect color for spaces like kitchens and guests rooms, which can then be jazzed up with pops of color in your furniture and accessories. Since dark blue plays well with just about every color it’s paired with, and since the same is true of beige, it should come as no surprise that the two shades are a match made in heaven. “For a more traditional feel, navy is a perfect pairing with beige,” Brenna Morgan, owner and principal designer at Brenna Morgan Interiors, says. I couldn't agree more; one of my favorite pairings is with deep navy— so sleek and sophisticated! n
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Mixing dark blues with beige creates a space full of warmth and sophistication.
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