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THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

Spectacular River Home

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John Rosengren Broker/Owner 815-631-8550

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Sauk 1319 N. Galena Ave. Valley Dixon, IL 61021

(815) 284-4663

110 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, IL 61081

www.SaukValleyRealEstate.com $439,900

#115272

#119116

GREAT INVESTMENT

2 bedroom, 1.75 bath with 5 garage stalls! There are many income possibilities here or a great home for workshops and car storage.

Call Tracey today to take a closer look.

All brick 2 bedroom, 1 bath with sunroom, extra deep garage plus an additional storage shed and garage in backyard.

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110 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, IL 61081

$139,900

$69,900

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$119,999

#120488

815-499-0821 www.edsoncox.com edsoncox@gmail.com

ROOM FOR EVERYONE! This 4 bedroom home is full of features and has all the space a large family needs. Kitchen has been recently remodeled. Main floor master suite features a large walk-in closet, skylights and an impressive master bath. The walk-out basement features a state-of-the art home theater, 2 family rooms, and a large custom oak bar, a work out room. ample storage and a 3 quarter bath.

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4 bedroom 1 1/2 bath in move in condition. Full basement, new carpet and a large 2+ car garage with floored attic. All this for less than $100,000.

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$51,900

Delightful 2 bedroom home, with river frontage, located at Rock River Estates. The home has a spacious eat-in kitchen and 2 baths.

There is a deck, attached garage and storage shed. And wait till you see all the other things with this home! This home is conveniently located between Dixon and Sterling.

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Large 4 bedroom 2 bath home offering a large open floor plan. Needs a little love. Priced well below assessed value. #ALL "RIAN WWW BRIANCORWELL COM

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This 3-4 bedroom home needs attention, but has the character and floor plan to make it worth the effort! Entry foyer offers open stairway and bench with storage. Built in Bulter Pantry area. Roomy lot.

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$184,900

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$49,900

$598,998

815-631-8550

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with vaulted ceiling, eye brow windows, oak open stairway, parquet entry floor and patio doors to the maintenance free 19’ x 11’6 deck with pergola. Main level offers 4 bedrooms with over flow family room, bedroom and bath in lower level. Well maintained property.

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This commercial property is located in a high traffic area and offers ample off-street parking. The property offers 4,800 square feet. Seller is willing to enter into a low cost lease to own arrangement. Call for a private showing to explore the potential.

FORGET THE CHOCOLATES

Your heart will be all aglow in this peaceful, country tudor, close to town.

Charming 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home.

Kitchen opens to the dining room. 1st floor laundry. Living room with fireplace.

30x46 heated pole builiding with 2 oversized garage doors. Don’t miss this one.

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Located in a high traffic location in Sterling this property is loaded with potential. The front of the building offers space that can accomodate offices or retail space while the back of the property features a large warehouse/garage.

The warehouse portion features an 11’ overhead door. Property includes the adjacent lot which offers ample off street parking.

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$109,900

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JUST ADD FURNITURE Large 3 bedroom 2 bath home.

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# s 3AUK 6ALLEY -EDIA 9 ways to improve curb appeal Homeowners who want their homes to make strong first impressions must prioritize curb appeal. Homes with strong curb appeal sell well and can impart a welcoming feel to all visitors. Improving curb appeal need not be expensive, and the following are a handful of ways to improve the appearance of your home.

1. Install a bold-looking door in a vibrant color or one with a custom design. This helps the home stand out from other properties in the neighborhood.

WWW SAUKVALLEY COM 2. Edge the driveway to create a distinct border between the driveway and the lawn or other landscaping features. This helps homes appear neat and well kept.

time to assemble but still add appeal to a home’s exterior.

6. Prune planting beds and add new mulch to restore color.

7. Add shutters and accent trim to a home’s exterior to improve on the beauty of the house.

3. Use outdoor lighting to make a home more inviting. Outdoor lighting also makes properties safer to traverse at night.

4. Clean a home’s exterior to remove mildew or discolorations from the siding, driveway, patio, and other outdoor elements.

5. Improve landscapes with fresh plants and seasonal color.

Homeowners without the time to plant can consider container gardens, which don’t take much

Lori Erbes, GRI

Bonita Willis

815-535-6295

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Mary Lovgren

Diane Eisenberg

815-994-1449

815-312-8484

Franklin Grove

328 N Walnut St

New listing: Newer windows, flooring

815-499-2939

Amboy

throughout this spacious home . Front Porch, Screened in porch attached to huge deck, which is all set up for a pool.

This property has so many extras which makes it a must see!

$124,900

16 W Wasson Rd Lot # 265

Amboy

Compton

Beautiful 2006 Fleetwood Mobile Home 28X48 ready to move into. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, central air/heat, garden tub, fireplace.

$47,900

New listing: Charming Victorian. Two car garage with alley access. Built in 1866. Some original light fixtures. Original woodwork and many Frech doors.

5 year new furnace. Newly painted 2 years agao with 15 year guarantee. 38 newer windows including basement.

New kitchen last year. Foyer with open oak staircase.

Carol Schryver

326 N Maple St

815-441-2981 or 815-626-0958 Email: cschryver@cin.net

EQUAL HOUSING

Check out all listing on Realtor.com

Great starter place or rent for Investment.

2 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, shed and patio.

Chris King Managing Broker OPPORTUNITY

Call me for additional information on any property listed!

228 W. Park Street

Sauk V Valley alley Realty

Focused on Serving my customers!

$30,500

703 Country Lane

2005 spotless home, move-in ready, on a double lot in a quiet cul-desac, heated garage, landscaping, Two bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, 4 ft. crawl space.

$129,900

1753 Todd Road

Beautifully updated country home on 5 acres. Large 3 bay, heated shop, 3 large upstairs bedroom, walk-in closet in the master, 5 piece master bath, 4th large bedroom downstairs with a Jack and Jill full bath, wet bar and fireplace.

108 W 3rd St Sublette Motivated Seller! Affordable home on a large corner lot, one car detached garage, 4 bedrooms, ready to move into.

Reduced Price - $29,900

Sublette

300 W Seymore

Edge of town. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, many updates 4 lots, 2.5 car attached garage.

527 Cherry Street

Darling 3 bedroom home Wood flooring throughout the home.

Updates: newer oak cabinets, windows, flooring, roof, high efficiency furnace/CA unit. A 34 X 26 heated garage.

Absolutely Move in Condition

Features: Living room 27x13, 3 large bedrooms, nice eat-in kitchen with oak cupboards and walk-in pantry. 1 bath RQ PDLQ à RRU EDWK LQ WKH ÀQLVKHG EDVHPHQW WKDW LQFOXGHV D IXOO NLWFKHQ IDPLO\ URRP SOXV D URRP WKDW FRXOG be used as a bedroom. There is a shop room attached to the home, a two car garage plus a 1 car detached garage. $94,900 #121537

Brick Duplex

1,560 Sq. Feet Plus Updates!

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$155,000

$284,900

Compton

$66,900

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Pride of ownership shines through this beautiful, Modular Schulte home situated on two spacious lots. 3 bedrooms with walk-in closets,, centrail air and heat, eat-in kitchen with appliances, 2 baths, first floor laundry, 2 tankless electric water heaters, hot tub, landscaping, shed, automatic generac generator, 1 car attached garage.

$59,900

Sublette

this yard is fenced.

Only $102,900!

Victorian beauty! Super care!

3 or 4 bedroom, 3 bath home!

2 car garage, professional landscaping with brick patio, a nice deck off of 3 season porch. Newer master bedroom/ bath combination. The main floor has the option of a nice family room space or this room could be used for additional master bedroom/bath suite.

Maintenance free exterior, updated windows, carpet and immaculate original hardwood floors and more!

1707 Lincoln Avenue

Amboy

2 bedrooms, many updates new roof, updated bathroom, plumbing, electrical, hardwood floors, sun room.

Sublette

maintenance free exterior and

$84,500

606 Van Buren

Dixon

and shopping. The home has a

210 E Division

$93,999

$49,300

Reduced Price -

oversized 1 car garage and a

Great location! 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths with one on main floor and first floor bedroom. Detached garage. Must see! $42,000

16 W Wasson Rd Lot #9

Amboy

updated bath, newer carpeting,

The location is perfect for schools

CDickison@woodhavenassociation.com

Mendota

Beautiful 3 bedroom mobile home with 2 1/2 baths, open kitchendining-living room area, newer tin roof.

New Price!

Well maintained and nicely decorated in updated colors and style. This stick built home is larger than you think! 3 bedrooms, a large living room, updated kitchen and bathroom, new furnace and a screened in porch. The home is on a double lot! 2 car garage! Bonus.

Additional lot to east available for purchase with home. Call for $74,900 details.

fabulous covered back porch.

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Why Rent!

Charming and neat as a pin!

This two bedroom home has an

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Sterling

1901 E 4th St

This use to be Steve’s Auto Sales & Qwik Lube. High traffic area for your business.

3 overhead doors, storage shed, 1500 gal oil storage tank, alarm system, fence, bathroom, office area, lower area for working on cars.

$195,000

$62,500

1555 SUBLETTE RD - SUBLETTE- Beautiful 11.1 acres, 30x45 building with electric, well on poperty, cash rent 7 acres MOL $189,900 ECCLE/LEE CENTER/SHAW ROAD - AMBOY - Lot to build your dream home on! There is gas to the property. $10,000 175 RAILWAY ROAD - DIXON - 4.03 acres. Natural gas & electric available at road w/ driveway entrance. $44,000 N CREEKVIEW DRIVE - AMBOY - Two large lots located in Martin - Wilson Subdivision. In flood plain. $19,900

A GREAT INVESTMENT!

Agood place to start or just invest in this EHGURRP KRPH ZLWK IXOO EDVHPHQW Living room, kitchen, 1 bath and a 1 car garage. Very large backyard. Stop paying rent and invest!

Near The Distribution Center!

$41,900 #120910

Use your tax return wisely and purchase this country home. Features 3 bedrooms, large eat-in kitchen with oak cupboards, large OLYLQJ URRP EDWKV PDLQ Ă RRU ODXQGU\ IXOO basement, 2 car attached garage plus one car detached garage. All on 1.13 acres.

$123,500 #121690

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506 Eells, Dixon

Work’s done! 2-3 bedroom ranch on quiet corner lotperfect starter home! $62,000

1908 PAULSEN RD, DIXON 310 POPLAR ST, DIXON 5 bedroom 5 bath on 1.61 acres Great investment! Very nice close to town. Finished triplex in convenient location.

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Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817

310 S Jefferson, Amboy

Fully rented 3 unit property.

Great income producer, priced to sell! $68,000.

Call Bill Dempsey: 631-4295

607 S Dixon Ave, Dixon

Surprisingly spacious 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch with 2 car detached garage, sold “as is� $67,000

Call Anne Hermes:440-7370

603 E Chamberlin St, Dixon

Large duplex or single family OVTL ^ OHYK^VVK Ă…VVYZ VU corner lot in NE Dixon $74,900

Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817

512 Division St, Dixon

Just like new! 3 bedroom 2 bath.

Move in ready & totally remodeledmust see! $114,900

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

306 N Jefferson Ave, Dixon

Unique & stately riverfront home!

4 bedroom, 2 bath, updated kitchen, 5 Ă„YLWSHJLZ ZV T\JO TVYL $495,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

501 S Division Ave, Polo

Bright, clean & nicely updated!

ILKYVVT THPU Ă…VVY JHY detached garage. $67,900

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

508 W Locust St, Polo

1021 E Chamberlin St, Dixon

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

Spacious & well maintained 4 bed 1.5 bath with natural woodwork, newer roof, updated electric $82,500

892 Cedar Ct, Dixon

Exquisite 4-5 BR 3 BA walkout ranch w/3 car att. garage, deck & above ground pool $319,500

Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

Updated 3 bedroom 1.5 bath in NE Dixon. 2 car garage w/walkup loft. $113,297

516 N Jefferson Ave, Dixon

2 story 3 bedroom home with main Ă…VVY ILKYVVT UH[\YHS ^VVK^VYR car garage in NE Dixon $105,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

310 Cedar St, Dixon

Beautiful 3 bedroom ranch, updated RP[JOLU WHY[ Ă„UPZOLK IHZLTLU[ 22x22 heated shop $99,900

Call Bill Dempsey: 631-4295

505 N Division, Polo

Stately 4 bedroom 2 bath home.

Fabulous natural woodwork.

Custom stained glass. $74,500

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

745 Harriet St, Dixon

Cute 2 bedroom starter or retirement with many updates and quiet, private location. $69,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

506 W Wilson St, Polo

Spacious 3 bedroom 2.5 bath ranch with 2 car attached garage & outbuilding. $159,000

Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

512 E Mason St, Polo

Renovated 3 bedroom 1.5 bath with Ă„YLWSHJL YLĂ„UPZOLK OHYK^VVK UL^ deck & much more! $79,900

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

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4216 N Timber Ln, Grand Detour

Private riverfront property! 4 bed IH[O ^P[O JHY NHYHNL Ă„UPZOLK walkout basement. $399,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

1105 Eastern Ave, Dixon

Newer, move in ready 3 bedroom ranch in quiet neighborhood w/spacious yard. $129,000

Call Diane Roop: 440-1915

315 Crawford Ave, Dixon

Stately 4 bed 2.5 bath brick home.

Tastefully updated, great location Move in ready! $244,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

512 Assembly Pl, Dixon

Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath with large gourmet kitchen, great location with WHYR VɈ VM IHJR `HYK $89,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

10602 W Birdie Ct, Polo

Custom built 2-3 bed, 2.5 bath Ranch on beautiful ž acre near Edgewood Golf Course. $169,900

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

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* Give thought to where full of hooks for oft-used and straightening up can organized throughout yearly spring cleaning Make a plan for garage organization you want to store particular tools or other items you keep a garage clean and the entire year and make much more manageable.

Spring cleaning plans are on the minds of many once the weather warms up. Many homeowners feel a sense of renewal in the spring, when the desire to clean house and get organized becomes a priority.

Garages are often targets for homeowners hoping to target clutter. Once a space reserved for cars, garages are no longer strictly for vehicles, used instead to store items that simply do not fit inside the home or a backyard shed. Organizing the garage is typically a weekend or several-day project. Here’s how to turn a garage from a cluttered mess into a space suited for storing items of all shapes and sizes.

items. Tools and items that are used more often should be stored within reach or where easily visible, while items that are not used as frequently can be stored higher up. Think about how you operate in the garage. Recycling bins can be stored closer to the door into the home, while bicycles and skates can be nearer to the garage door for easy access.

* Group like items t o g e t h e r. C a t e g o r i z e items that will be kept.

Garden tools, camping gear, sporting equipment, and automotive supplies should be categorized and stored in their own areas of the garage, determining if certain items can be stored inside the home to free up garage space. Grouping items together will make them easier to locate in the * E n l i s t a h e l p e r. garage.

Organizing a garage is a significant undertaking * Move boxed items into that is best tackled with clear storage containers. two or more people. Enlist It’s much easier to see what a helper to make the you have when it is stored project less intimidating. in clear containers. Some containers are interlocking * Decide what is important or stackable, making it t o k e e p . S t a r t t h e much more convenient to organization process by store items vertically and clearing out the garage and free up more floor space. taking inventory of what you have. Items that have * Invest in vertical storage not been used for several systems. Moving items years can likely be tossed. from the floor and putting Make a pile of what will them on shelving or be kept and then put the behind cabinets can make rest at the curb or donate the garage more organized. useful items to charity.

Hooks and bins also can be used. Employ a peg board

need at the ready.

* Leave space for hobby and work areas.

Garages are where many improvement projects begin or where hobbies, such as woodworking or crafting, take place. Leave space for these tasks and hobbies. * Give the space a fresh coat of paint. Some garages are dingy and dark. Bright paint on the walls and floor can open up the space and, when combined with more lighting, can make it lighter and brighter.

Garage organization is a common spring cleaning project. But it shouldn’t be reserved for this season alone. Periodic checks of the garage

Judy Powell 815-716-7450

815-288-3303

Burke Realty

View all area listings: www.ucburkerealty.com

Jim Burke National Advertising - Local Expertise Broker/Owner

Vicky Turner

Sharon U. Thompson

CRS, GRI, Broker

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MLS#122064

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$224,900

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Patty Martinez 815-499-0721

$89,000

$139,900

Jenni Dace 815-716-7675

$81,900

$76,900

Large three bedroom, two bath home with three car garage. New maple kitchen opens to the formal dining room with sliding doors.

Clean and ready to go.

$69,900

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Home completely remodeled. Newer KLFNRU\ NLWFKHQ DQG KDUGZRRG à RRUV Newer roof. Updated Furnace, CA, Siding, and windows. Over-sized LQVXODWHG DQG KHDWHG JDUDJH ÀQLVKHG (tiled) basement has extra bedroom and bath. Battery back-up for sump pump. Large fenced yard on corner lot and large deck.

MLS#122324

$59,900

Unique 3 bedroom, 3 bath and 5 car attached garage

this beauty could be yours.

Nelson- Well maintained ranch with RSHQ Ă RRU SODQ DQG QHZHU FDUSHW throughout. Large kitchen with sliding door to the deck. Freshly painted interior.

Large breezeway with laundry. All new windows and 2 front decks.

$52,900

Well kept two bedrooms with basement and recent updates ZKLFK IHDWXUH KDUGZRRG Ă RRUV DQG oak cabinets. New roof in 2008. All appliances stay. This home is movein ready.

MLS#122256

$69,900

$277,000

MLS#122031

Gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath home on 1.5 acres. Beautiful woodwork, six panel doors and freshly painted. New carpet, updated NLWFKHQ ZLWK EUHDNIDVW EDU 0DLQ Ă RRU PDVWHU VXLWH ZLWK KDUGZRRG Ă RRUV DQG HQ VXLWH EDWK ERDVWLQJ FODZIRRW WXE GRXEOH VLQNV 1HZHU URRI H[WHULRU SDLQW IDVFLD VRIĂ€W DQG JXWWHUV $ PXVW WR VHH

$147,900

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$375,000

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$14.00

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Following restrictions apply: No Rummage Sales, Real Estate, Rental Ads or Business Ads. Items must be owned by senior citizen placing ad.

Ed Hook 815-499-4848

$126,500

in the nature- over 2 acres. The opportunity to own

MLS#121025

dailyGAZETTE

$124,900

Colonial Acres. Nice brick ranch with 2 bedrooms.

Newly remodeled bath. /DUJH PDLQ à RRU IDPLO\ URRP %ULFN ÀUHSODFH LQ OLYLQJ URRP 1 car attached garage plus 3 car detached garage.

$106,900

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This 2 bedrooom, 1.5 bath ranch has nice large rooms throughout. 1,448 square feet with heated breezeway, great laundry room and a 2 car attached garage. Gravel parking area for RV with 50 amp electric. Check it out today!

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Brian Corwell 815-716-0772

$149,900

St, Rock Falls, Multi-unit s MLS: 122119, $395,000, 9950 York-

Louise Gibbons 815-632-8942

COLLECT THE RENT CHECKS! Quality constructed and very well maintained 2 bedroom duplexes. Nice oak kitchen with appliances, large open living room and dining area, extra deep garages for storage. Close to shopping. Call now for details on an exceptional investment.

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Keith Zoeller 815-622-1598