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615 Plum Street, Peru, IL 61354 FEATURED PROPERTY

1857 HISTORIC 6 BED, 3 BATH GREEK REVIVAL ESTATE SITUATED ATOP THE ILLINOIS RIVER This amazing Pre-Civil War 2-story/4700 SF home is nestled on ž acre overlooking the Illinois River and just minutes from I-80 and Starved Rock State Park. You will appreciate the original molded horse hair & plaster molded 10 ornate ceilings; crafted hardwood floors with beautiful inlay designs; inviting foyer with open staircase; renovated kitchen featuring granite counters, stainless appliances, and French doors that step out to a wonderful patio/garden area and charming wrap around porch.

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Be warm and comfortable for less this winter PAGE 6

7 signs your water pipes are in trouble PAGE 8

Turn your garage into an allseason getaway PAGE 12

HISTORIC Pre-Civil War

JUST LISTED 615 Plum Street, Peru

West Route 6, Peru | MalooleyDahmRealty.com | 815.224.9400

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FEATURES 4 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms Formal Dining Renovated Kitchen Main floor laundry Beautiful Private Patio

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Be warm and comfortable for less this winter

REDUCE YOUR HOT-WATER USAGE Hot water heaters can contribute to as much as 13% of your electric bill. You can lower the costs of heating up water in your home by taking shorter showers and lowering the standing temperature on your water heater. Lowering that temperature can also help prevent scalding due to overly hot water, which is a good safety measure for households with young children. According to Energy.gov, some manufacturers usually set their water Here are tips for changes - heater thermostats at 140 delarge and small - that can add grees Fahrenheit, but you can up to big savings on utility easily set the temperature bills. down to 120 degrees for an energy savings of 4-22% annually.

(BPT) - Home may be where the heart is, but the higher energy bills from staying home 24/7 are causing households across the country a hefty case of heartburn. The hot summer months were tough enough, but as we head into the cold winter months, we’re in for another peak in power bills.

Although you may not feel in control of lowering those bills, there are a number of ways households can reduce monthly energy usage and costs.

GO SOLAR AND PUT YOUR HOME TO WORK FOR YOU Now is a great time to go solar, no matter where you live, and according to a 2020 survey by Harris Insights & Analytics, homeowners are increasingly interested in solar energy as a way to help take control of their energy bills while investing in their home - their most prized possession.

Lower costs. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association, the cost to install solar has dropped by more than 70% over the last decade, and it’s even less if you take advantage of state and federal tax credits. Solar panels installed in 2020 receive a 26%

federal tax credit, and in 2021 will receive a 22% tax credit.

Over the lifetime of a solar system, the average home can save between $10,000 and $30,000 in energy bills.

Investment Opportunity. At a time of historically low interest rates, homeowners see solar as an investment, not just a purchase. So it’s important to find a brand you can trust, a company that will stand behind its products for years to come. It helps to look for a solar panel manufacturer that offers a best-in-class 25-year warranty to provide peace of mind for years to come.

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resources also make going solar easier than ever, like LG’s personal solar advisor called “Solar Concierge.” It includes a free analysis of your home and will guide you stepby-step toward the best solar option.

UPGRADE YOUR HVAC SYSTEM With as much as half of the energy in your home going towards heating and cooling, choosing an ENERGY STAR certified HVAC system can have a big impact on your comfort and your utility bills.

Look for efficient systems with stylish indoor units like LG’s sleek Art Cool Mirror that offers enhanced performance in a beautiful mirrored design.

Choose a single zone system to provide added comfort to a room or a multi-zone solution for whole home comfort.

Another simple upgrade is to use a programmable thermostat. Set it and forget it to enhance savings. As temperatures change in the summer and winter, adjusting the thermostat just a few degrees higher in the summer

and lower in the winter can make a big difference. And according to Healthline.com, it’s easier to sleep comfortably in a cooler room (around 65 degrees Fahrenheit), so automatically lowering your thermostat at night during the fall and winter could mean both better sleep and lower utility bills.

ASK YOUR UTILITY COMPANY FOR AN ENERGY AUDIT Finding out where you may have leaks or insufficient insulation can help you discover specific ways to reduce energy costs. Most utility companies offer energy audits for free, to help homeowners assess where they could be losing LED bulbs saves both energy heated or cooled air. and money in the long run.

According to EnergyStar.gov, REPLACE OLD BULBS an Energy Star certified LED You’ve probably heard this bulb produces light up to 90% before, and you may have more efficiently than incaneven replaced one or two descent lighting. And while bulbs in your home already. they may cost a little more up But the truth is, it’s the easiest front, they last up to 25 times step to take that can save a lot longer than traditional light of energy. bulbs.

Once you’ve identified trouSwapping out your old in- ble spots, you can prioritize candescent light bulbs with and tackle home repairs and

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Drip.

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7 signs your water pipes are in trouble (BPT) - While spending more time at home, you’ve probably started noticing repairs you need to make. You may have even tackled a few projects to improve your home. However, there are some home improvements you might not consider, because they’re hidden until they reach their breaking point - like your home’s plumbing system.

You rely on the pipes to bring safe water into your home for cleaning, laundry and drinking - every day. Unfortunately, you can’t usually tell something is wrong until

they leak, creating water dam- idea - before large-scale water age costing thousands of dol- damage occurs. Older homes typically used galvanized lars. pipes prone to corrosion, leakThe good news is, there are ing and bursting. signs that indicate it’s time to If your house was built even repipe your home. And when you do it right, that one proj- earlier - around the 1920s ect can save thousands of the pipes were probably made dollars and lots of future head- of polybutylene and/or lead. aches by preventing leaks, These materials are dangerous water damage - and unsafe and should be replaced immediately. Polybutylene is highly drinking water. prone to breaking and leaking, so it’s only a matter of time beHERE’S WHAT TO LOOK FOR. 1. Is your home over 50 years fore a serious problem occurs.

And lead seeps into drinking old?

If the original pipes weren’t water, which can cause serireplaced, repiping is a good ous health problems for your

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family.

2. Do you have low water pressure?

When pipes contain rust or mineral buildup, it eventually restricts water flow into the house. By the time it affects your water pressure, it’s the result of years of buildup - a clear sign repiping is needed.

3. Have you had leaks?

Bigger problems start small.

If you’ve welded or patched leaks in small sections of pipe, this can indicate your entire system is at risk.

4. Do you see a problem?

Stains, flaking, indentations or rust on the pipes signals corrosion. Corroding pipes may leak and should be replaced. Rusty pipes can also turn water reddish or brown, indicating the need to repipe to make your water healthy to drink.

lating your water temperature.

THE INSPECTION If any of these signs sound familiar, take action and get help. Each house is different, requiring a unique repiping solution. Professionals like the Uponor Pro Squad experts are exclusively trained on the multiple installation config5. Does your water taste or smell urations and considerations that can arise in your home. bad?

An unappealing smell or The Pro Squad experts do taste may also mean your water is unsafe, because of a a thorough site analysis first, breakdown of your pipes. It’s checking your home for signs best to have them inspected of leaks, such as moisture, milimmediately - and drink bot- dew, foundation cracks and a running water meter. They tled water in the meantime. also conduct a water-usage review. Their inspection and 6. Is it making odd noises?

If your plumbing rattles, recommendations allow you clanks or bangs, this is a to be proactive and prevent sign of a larger problem. problems before they occur.

You should have your pipes THE SOLUTION checked right away.

Once the problem is identified, it’s vital to replace pipes 7. Does it run hot and cold?

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$330,000

Presenting another quality home by Don Hubbard Construction! This 3-4 bedroom home is located in Deer Run South just minutes from Princeton and with easy access to 180. The open floor plan includes dining area, living room and an island kitchen. Laundry room is equipped for gas or electric hook ups. Bedrooms are roomy and feature barn door coverings on closets. Hall bath has jetted tub. Master bath has HUGE 4x8 walk in shower, double sink and 7x10 WIC. Enjoy the view from the covered porch stretching 36 feet across the back of the house. A concrete patio provides the perfect spot for a grill or firepit. 3-car garage is insulated with storage area above. Check out the virtual tour with this listing!

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PRICE REDUCED!! Looking for a ranch home in the country? It doesn’t get much better than this 3 BR home on 1.4 acres with full partially finished basement and two 2-car garages, one attached and one detached. Enjoy watching all the outdoor activities from the large screened-in 3-Season Room.

Inside, the new kitchen from SITK in 2017 is dazzling with Stainless Steel appliances, granite counter tops, beautiful cabinetry, and ceramic tile floor.

The spacious living room has a wood burning fireplace but a nearby gas line makes it easily converted to gas. Other updates include new Central AC 2018, LR carpet 2018, new engineered waterproof wood laminate flooring 2016, and new Hot Water Heater 2004. Home has an owned Culligan Soft Water System. The basement is entirely usable and doubles the space. New septic system just installed. Don’t delay--come check out this home today!

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11830 2250 East Street, Princeton

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Gorgeous ranch home on 5.22 acres with attached 2.5 car garage with a separate shop area & detached 1.5 car garage. Stunning Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors greet you in the LR & DR. Living room also has an impressive wood-burning fireplace with a gas start. Just off the Living Room is a spacious wooden deck and brick landscaping, which is the perfect place for outside entertaining. A screened Gazebo and a pergola add to the charm of the outside landscaping. This home has lots of natural light plus a Sunroom that just might be your favorite room! In 2017 a room addition was added that became an Office area with a door to the side yard. If desired, a pocket door can close off the MBR, Master Bath, Laundry Area, Sunroom & Office to make a 5-room Master Suite. Two other bedrooms and another bath are just down the hall. Home has a full basement with a15’x22’ finished Rec Room and a 22’x24’ Hobby Room, currently a wood-working shop. Owner is willing to sell shop equipment if buyer is interested. Great location just a short distance from Hornbaker Gardens! Put this on your “Must See” list today!

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Open sesame!

Your new all season getaway awaits!

(BPT) - As the weather cools down and winter looms closer, now is the perfect time to create more living space in your home. Whether you need

a place to take a break from daily stressors, get some work done, or host friends and family, look no further than your own garage.

For many, the garage is simply a place to park the car, store tools and bikes, and hide old toys or off-season items that have no other place to go.

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But with a few easy upgrades, you can turn the garage into a productive, fun-filled place.

Here are five tips to get you started.

CLEAN AND ORGANIZE The first step is to look at the current state of your garage. To make the best of your space, you’ll need to start with a blank canvas. Do a deep clean, take stock of your tools and consider new ways to store and organize them.

Building custom shelves to get your equipment up off the floor will not only give you a new project to take on, but it will help clear the way for a place where you can be productive and get jobs done.

One key item to have in your upgraded garage shop is a Portable Electric Air Compressor, which can be used for power nailers, sanders, paint spray guns and much more - plus, at less powerful settings, it can even be used to quickly blow away dust and debris.

ensure the walls and ceilings are insulated correctly. For extra warmth, use a workshop heater like the Mr. Heater Big Maxx Garage Heater from Northern Tool + Equipment.

A heater this size can easily warm up a two- or three-car garage, allowing you to work and play comfortably in your space no matter the outside temperature.

LET IN THE LIGHT Switching up the lighting is an easy and inexpensive way to update your garage. Most garages have just one or two light bulbs hanging from the ceiling, but you’ll want more than that for your new, useful space. Try an industrial-style light fixture or customizable, sleek track lighting to make the room feel more inviting to friends for casual hang-outs.

Plus, it’ll be easier to see when you’re working on projects.

BRING ON THE ENTERTAINMENT To get the most out of your new garage, make sure it is all HEAT IT UP Creating a year-round ga- about entertainment. Think rage to enjoy will mean you’ll about how you’ll be using have to take the extra step to the space. The garage is a

great place to hang a TV for football Sundays and video games. Adding extra speakers can provide a complete experience, whether it’s watching the game or listening to music while you work on your latest project. If you plan on hosting regular game nights, fill the room with a poker or pingpong table that can be easily folded up when not being used.

space. Find pieces that let you get comfortable, can stand being outdoors and are versatile. Leather is a classic material plus it’s easy to clean and maintain. For another way to add comfort - and more entertainment possibilities - set up a GET COMFORTABLE side bar with a refrigerator to One of the most import- keep cool drinks and snacks ant parts of your new garage at hand. space is seating. Whether you go with recliners, a sofa, stools With these ideas as your or a combination of all three, playbook, you’re now ready to look for furniture that fits your achieve garage greatness.

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Peru – Quality in 2-bedroom, 1-bath home Peru – Spacious, 2-bedroom, 2-bath Ottawa – Great investment in this 2 unit, LaSalle – Nicely updated 3-bedroom, 1.5 with 1-car garage. home with eat-in kitchen.

2-bedroom duplex on corner lot. baths stone & cedar ranch home. #10943573 $119,900 #10943377 $142,000 #10941394 $139,000 #10941234 $225,000

Peru – Spacious 2-story home with 5 Oglesby – Spacious 4-bedroom, 1.75 bath LaRose – Updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath Princeton – Spacious home, 3 nice sized bedrooms, 2 baths & appliances. tri-level home with fireplace. home on edge of town. bedrooms with built-in drawers. #10940027 $92,000 #10939951 $175,000 #10933320 $53,900 #10933216 $84,900

Peru – Welcoming 4-bedroom, 2-bath LaSalle – Great income property, 4 Princeton – Affordable, charming Mendota – Amazing 3+/- acres of country home with open floor plan, close to park. bedrooms, 1 bath eat-in kitchen.

3-bedroom, 1-bath vinyl-sided home. property, 5 bedrooms, 2 baths. #10929701 $144,900 #10926309 $64,900 #10923895 $119,999 #10923004 $269,000

Peru – Enjoy this affordable 3-bedroom Peru – Duplex features 2-bedroom, 2-bath LaMoille – Authentic 3-bedroom, 1,769 Cherry – Spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath home with 2 lots & updated windows. & 2-car attached garage for each unit. sq. ft. log cabin home on 7.5 wooded acres. home in small town living. #10921328 $88,900 #10920521 $349,000 #10918760 $349,000 #10918067 $58,900

Granville – Very nice, well kept LaSalle – Recently remodeled Italianate LaSalle – Large 3-bedroom home, Granville – Great 3-bedroom home on 3-bedroom home with 2-car garage.

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Henry – Stately 4-bedroom, 1.5 baths Granville – Room with this .91 acre lot, 3 Oglesby – Well maintained 3-bedroom, Bureau – Investment opportunity in this home on corner lot. bedrooms, 2.5 baths & more.

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2-bedroom home, enclosed porch. #10897997 $94,500 #10895972 $150,000 #10894655 $249,900 #10894528 $50,000

LaSalle – Wonderful 2-story home with 3 Oglesby – Ranch home, 3 bedrooms, Sheffield – Private country farm features Henry – Spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5 baths bedrooms, main level laundry. large back yard & 2-car garage. log home with 4 bedrooms, & more. cedar sided ranch home. #10892715 $92,000 #10887400 $300,000 #10882648 $631,000 #10877332 $109,900

Hennepin – Move in ready with 2 LaSalle – Character & charm in this Streator – Affordable 4-bedroom, 2-bath Spring Valley – Lovely 3-4 bedroom, bedrooms, main level laundry.

4-bedroom, 4-bath brick home. home corner lot with covered porch.

1.5-baths spacious home with front porch. #10829924 $76,900 #10804148 $339,000 #10787929 $39,900 #10785320 $125,000

Oglesby – Nice 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Peru – New construction ½ duplex with Peru – New construction ½ duplex with 2 Oglesby – Exquisite bed & breakfast mobile home with shed.

2100 sq. ft & 2 bedrooms. bedrooms, 3 season room. home with custom themed suites. #10782286 $12,900 #10781103 $350,000 #10781099 $350,000 #10773613 $599,000

LaSalle - Premier location, custom built Princeton – Beautiful prairie style home Hennepin – Gorgeous & well maintained LaSalle – Immaculate 3-4 bedroom, 2.5 4-bedroom, 3,922 sq. ft. home. with 6 bedrooms, 4 baths.

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LaSalle – Neat & clean updated 2-story building in business district. #10917425 $88,000

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Oglesby – Exquisite Brightwood Inn, 9 suite rooms, bed & breakfast. #10773669 $599,000

Mendota – Great investment, priced to sell, Duralast roof with warranty. #10743592 $118,900

LaSalle – Property offers everything with office & warehouse space, possible rental. #10728017 $120,000

Peru – High traffic corner, on-site parking, currently used for retail. #10622874 $135,999

Peru – Property consists of 2 structures plus lot, all being sold together. #10607635 $185,000

Oglesby – Camping in a wonderful 3.5 acre campground near state parks. #10542477 $269,000

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Large, wooded building lots starting at $19,000. Water to site, gas & electric nearby. Overlooking scenic Vermilion River Valley!

Lot sizes from .32-1.34 acres, 3 available lots. Call Chris Hopps at 815-252-5273. MLS#08273641 16 December 2020/January 2021 | Illinois Valley Homes | A NewsTribune Publication

Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC 1221 North Main Street Princeton • Illinois • 61356 • 815-875-1221 illinoisvalleyhomeshow.com

313 Elm Place PRINCETON $244,900 4 BR - 1 Bath #10796360

465 Elm Place PRINCETON $199,000 6 BR - 3 Baths #10811637

1025 W. Clark PRINCETON $150,000 4 BR - 1 Bath #10816078

300 S. Chestnut PRINCETON $129,900 2 BR - 2 Baths #10920714

790 Mayfair Drive PRINCETON $187,000 4 BR - 2 Baths #10812438

318 W. Peru PRINCETON $95,000 3 BR - 1 Bath #10939857

308 N. Pleasant PRINCETON $84,000 2 BR - 1 Bath #10756800

Lot 49 W. Hudston PRINCETON $22,000 - .23 acre lot (possible walkout basement) #10722974

204 North Nelson MANLIUS $99,900 5 BR - 2 baths #10741265

410 E. Main BUDA $120,000 5 BR - 2 Baths #10779209

300 W Boyd PRINCETON $150,000 LOT - 2.2 Acres #10916387

309 W. Clark PRINCETON $110,000 3 BR - 2 Baths #10788749

115 East Main WYANET $40,000 Former Restaurant For Sale! - #10070702

302 W. Cook St. SHEFFIELD $80,000 4 BR - 1 Bath #10936920

305 High St. DOVER $49,900 3 BR - 1 Bath #10810403

100 S. Chicago BUREAU $17,900 Building for Sale! #10648249

104 N. Main PRINCETON $105,000 Building/ office spaces & 2 Apt. - #10487668

330 Brewster TISKILWA $120,000 4 BR - 3 Baths #10940356

401 W. Caroline SPRING VALLEY $134,000 3 BR - 2 Baths - (walkout basement) #10763931

319 N. Chestnut PRINCETON $68,000 2 BR - 1 Bath #10932784

504 North Vernon PRINCETON $114,900 4 BR – 2 Baths #10939313

2250 Timberline Dr. PRINCETON $204,000 3 BR - 1 Bath #10823863

1141 Fairway Dr. PRINCETON $330,000 3 BR - 2 Baths #10919852

505 E. Church TISKILWA $40,000 2 BR - 1 Bath #10163209

505 Orange Street PRINCETON $99,000 2 BR - 1 Bath #10855912

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PROPERTY MERCHANTS COMPANY

The Property Merchants Company 512 S. Main, Princeton, IL 61356

815-872-0080 • thepropertymerchants.com

Professional Realtors

Todd Massey, Managing Broker: 815-872-0080

Thomas Hall

Broker • 815-878-8508 thomashallrealtor@gmail.com

Donna Milliron

Broker • 815-915-6710 grannyofpm2000@yahoo.com

Vicki Smith

Broker • 815-876-7461 vlsteach@yahoo.com

Bill Lane

Broker • 815-878-2584 bill.lane@thepropertymerchants.com

Come See Us at our New Location - 512 S. Main, Princeton, IL 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath – Reduced Price 224 N. Vernon Street, Princeton, IL 61356 MLS#: 10908710

7 Acres N. Main St. Access 1750 N. Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 MLS#: 10472548

List Price: $79,900 Todd Massey

List Price: $395,000 Todd Massey

1.29 Acres N. Main St. Frontage 1750A N. Main St., Princeton, IL 61356 MLS#: 10472585

Building Lot – Close to I-80 2210 N. Main, Princeton, IL 61356 MLS #: 09181725

List Price: $375,000 Todd Massey

List Price: $325,000 Tom Hall

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath 433 Oak Street, Princeton, IL 61356 MLS#: 10767626

3 bedroom / 2.5 baths 1428 S. Euclid, Princeton, IL 61356 MLS #: 10809612

List Price: $219,000 Tom Hall

List Price: $247,900 Tom Hall

3 Bedroom / 1 bath 210 S. Adams Street, Sheffield, IL 61361 MLS#: 10609629

Building Lot - NEW 1 Woodland Dr., Princeton, IL 61357 MLS #: 10837521

List Price: $89,900 Tom Hall

List Price: $78,500 Tom Hall

Multi-use, 14+ acre Commercial Property 1661 N. Main St., Princeton, IL 61356 MLS#: 10344521

New Construction Rental 1210 N Main St., Unit B, Princeton, 61356 MLS#: 10377624

List Price: $1,375,000 Tom Hall 18 December 2020/January 2021 | Illinois Valley Homes | A NewsTribune Publication

Base Rental Price: $800/month Vicki Smith

Starved Rock Realty

620 N. Di Division i i St St. Uti Utica (815) 667 667-9990 9990 www.starvedrockrealty.net t d k lt t

PUT THE STARVED ROCK REALTY TEAM TO WORK FOR YOU! Dee Barrera

Alice Green

Johanna Arkels

(815) 252-9696

(815) 488-9712

(815) 252-8026

Broker/Owner

Broker

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Larla Grandadam

Denisse Perez

(815) 883-1353

(815) 326-8513

Broker

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Merry Christmas AS WE REFLE REFLECT ECT ON THIS PAST YEAR AND WE CELEBRATE OUR 20TH YEAR IN BUSINESS, WE’D LIKE TO GIVE BACK TO THOSE IN NEED~~~~~~ SO IF ANY OF OUR CUSTOMERS WHO SOLD, BOUGHT OR RENTED A PROPERTY THROUGH STARVED ROCK REALTY HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE PANDEMIC AND ARE IN NEED OF FOOD OR ESSENTIALS, WE’D LIKE TO HELP YOU ~ PLEASE SEND A PRIVATE MESSAGE TO YOUR AGENT OR TO MY FACEBOOK PAGE; OR FEEL FREE TO TEXT ME AT 815/252-9696. THANK YOU, GOD BLESS AND MERRY CHRISTMAS. Dee Barrera, Broker/Owner Starved Rock Realty.

WE NEED MORE LISTINGS! LOOK AT WHAT WE’VE SOLD IN THE LAST 60 DAYS! LET US SELL YOUR HOME! 300 Gary St, Leonore $45,000

1407 E. Wilson St, Streator $125,000

22417 Star Rd. Tampico $101,000

427 E Church St, Utica $72,000

954 Melugins Grove Rd, Compton $215,000

327 E Washington St. Ottawa $165,000

212 Saunders St., Dalzell $105,000

2517 E. 275th Rd. Peru $320,000

865 N. 2401 Rd. Oglesby $169,000

2643 IL Route 178, Utica $112,000

2115 8th St. Peru $80,000

6 Water St. Oglesby $189,900

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Happy Holidays D L O S

Visit home on Realtor.com IL 4 Park Ave in Peru and have your private tour.

Established motor rebuilding business with 3000 sq. ft. building, 2 overhead doors, 10’ clear span ceilings, central air, Peru MLS#10711716

Cozy 2 bedrooms, partial basement, new carpeting, central air, 883 sq. ft., Oglesby $58,600 MLS#1091028

“Everyone we serve is someone special”

BIEDERSTEDT CONSULTANTS

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2011 Rock Street, Suite A • Peru, IL 61354 • 815-223-3875 January 2018 Mark Janko

Larry Bianchi 815-228-3826

Mark Janko, Managing Broker

Barb Bryant 815-252-3036

John Carls 815-252-4456J

Penny Decker 815-228-7877

Adam Finley 815-830-4422

Andrea Greenwalt 815-878-1488

Jack Hamilton 815-488-3910

Your Local Residential, Commercial, Land, Farms & Property Management Team 13 Victoria Dr., LaSalle $185,000

3BD/ 2.1BA

#10882069

414 N. Bureau Ave., Ladd $160,000

4BD/ 2BA

#10757026

1573 Creve Coeur St., LaSalle $110,000

2BD/ 1BA

#10894587

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210 W. Dakota St. Spring Valley $59,000

2BD/ 1BA

#10859558

27 Oak Ridge Dr., LaSalle $496,500

4BD/ 3.2BA

#10713311

37 Conservation Ct., LaSalle $399,000

3+2BD/ 3BA

#10514769

3527 E. 11th Rd., Ottawa $399,900

4BD/ 4.1BA

#10743018

1903 10th St., Peru $170,000

3BD/ 2.1BA

#10860007

1924 10th St., Peru $120,000

3BD/ 1BA

#10939419

437 Joliet St., LaSalle $75,000

2BD/ 1BA

#10928200

Lot 30 Vermilionvue Trace LaSalle $36,900

Lot

#10109346

23 Stacy Ave., Streator $108,000

3BD/ 1.1BA

#10830314

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SE HABLA ESPANOL

Terry Happ 815-488-1620

Katrina Jarrell 815-228-9779

2008 Maple Acres Dr., Princeton $47,900

3BD/ 2BA

#10796668

915 Joliet St., LaSalle $79,400

2BD/ 1BA

#10835027

902 Roosevelt Rd., LaSalle $84,000

2BD / 1BA

#10859389

119209 E. Iowa View St., St., Spring OttawaVly $48,000 $51,500

2BD/ 1BA

#10914136

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620 Hazen Ave., Oglesby $149,000

3BD/ 1BA

#10914159

Erin Karlosky 815-719-7048

Linda Kaszynksi 815-228-5622

Tisha Kent 815-883-4941

330 Heritage Ave., Oglesby $142,500

2BD/ 2BA

#10934848

718 Rock St., Peru $160,000

4BD/ 2BA

#10920444

1530 Linden Ave., LaSalle $199,900

3BD/ 2BA

#10904875

2602 Bryant Blvd., Peru $282,900

4BD/ 2.1BA

#10929459

2823 Debo Drive, 604 Peru Division St., Mendota $244,900 $155,000

3+2BD/ 2.5BA

#10597725

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Pat Majors 815-228-6353

Jose Maldonado 815-830-3715

309 Hayden Ave., Oglesby $115,000

3BD/ 1BA

#10839427

25499 750 E St., Walnut $105,000

2BD/ 1BA

#10850070

620 N. Euclid Ave., Princeton $102,060

4BD/ 1.1BA

#10744927

1521 2nd St., Peru $105,600

4BD/ 2BA

#10808605

210 Abens Ave., Henry $12,500

2BD/ 1BA

#10555205

SE HABLA ESPANOL

Royce Mignone 815-252-9997

Martha Moscosa 815-993-0804

Pat Olsen 815-910-5983

0 Pulaski St., Peru $42,500

Lot 112X148

2BD/ 1BA

#10877086

3BD/ 2BA

#10785444

Lot 9 Arrowhead Dr. North Utica $53,500

1.37 Acres

#10660306

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607 11th Ave., Mendota $89,000

2 Units

4BD/ 2BA

#10890892

918 6th St., LaSalle $190,000

4 Units

#10764316

#10926407

Lot 10 Arrowhead Dr., North Utica $57,500

1.47 Acres

#10660301

712 1st Ave., Ottawa $45,700

3BD / 1.1BA

#10930583

2BD/ 1BA

#10918707

Lot 11 Arrowhead Dr., North Utica $70,500

#10660295

916 3rd St., LaSalle $59,000

2BD / 1BA

#10115658

717 Hennepin St., LaSalle $49,000

922 W. Lafayette St., Ottawa $29,000

1.80 Acres

815-481-4663

Lot

#10884591

3BD/ 1BA

Kathy Zidow 815-488-4874

Theresa Washkowiak

Lot 5 Church St., Peru $72,000

1213 Monroe St., Mendota $131,000

#10880826

607 7th Ave., Mendota $73,000

Christine & Jerry Schweickert 815-488-2990

1818 Schuyler St., Peru $93,500

258 Clark St., Marseilles $10,000

Lot 63X130

Brian Phillips 630-800-8622

#10941331

#10782728

Lot 6 Arrowhead Dr., North Utica $62,000

1.61 Acres

#10660366

Lot 12 Ann Marie Dr., North Utica $85,000

2.19 Acres

#10660279

411 S. 1st St., Princeton $64,000

3BD/ 1BA

#10930582

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