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Real Estate Weekly A Marketing Feature of Sauk Valley Media

Thursday, October 16, 2014

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Sauk Valley Media • C1

This Week’s FeaTure

328 E. Center St., Mt. Morris

Open House Sat., Oct. 25 1 - 2 PM

Adorable 2 bedroom brick ranch home. The living room features built-in shelving, a ventless gas fireplace with remote control that was installed in 2014. Kitchen was completely remodeled in 2000. The 4 season room built in 2005 is a must see with french doors, hardwood floors and a gas stove that create a cozy atmosphere. The 3 car garage is ready for all your projects and enough room for your vehicles. Solid copper weather vane adorns the garage roof.

Call today for your private showing!

$179,900 CALL TODAY!

MLS#123923

Barb Davis 815-441-0900 www.CrawfordRealtyOnline.com 815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon

John Rosengren Broker/Owner 815-631-8550

LLC

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

(815) 284-4663

110 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, IL 61081

SaukValleyRealEstate.com SaukValleyOpenHouse.com

(815) 625-3722

www.SaukValleyRealEstate.com

UPDATED AND WELL MAINTIANED 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with a 3 car attached garage.

Mud/laundry/half bath on main floor. Finished basement.

Remodeled kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. See more photos at TraceyDeCrane.com

Call Tracey for Expert Guidance in Buying or Selling.

TRACEY DECRANE RE/MAX Sauk Valley (815)677-2164

815-677-2164 • www.TraceyDeCrane.com

Outstanding Agents - Outstanding Results

Edson Cox

$209,900

#122541

$119,900

#120981

$115,900

#123400

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

edsoncox@gmail.com #123148

$179,000

ROOM TO ROAM

MAKE THE TIME TO TAKE A LOOK!

See My Visual Tours Online!

This home offers 1,940 Sq. Ft. and everything is on one level. Features include a large formal living room, a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen, family room, large main floor laundry, 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths. This home also features a full basement, 2 car garage and a deck off the family room.

This beautiful home features a stone exterior and a classic tile roof. Completely new kitchen, 4 bedrooms, formal dining room, large living room with a fireplace and a sun room. Newer boiler & lots of updates. The kitchen features a granite breakfast bar, custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances and wood floors.

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edsoncox@gmail.com $271,000

#122197

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edsoncox@gmail.com $172,500

#123273

edsoncox@gmail.com #123904

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$53,000 ew ng N sti Li

BEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOM HOME Completely redone from studs up.

5 bedroom, 4 bath. All the bells & whistles. Excellent location.

GORGEOUS 4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME Country beauty has it all, including pool. 2 fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, situated on 2+ acres. 3 car garage. All he bells & whistles. Bring an offer.

Suzi VanOosten

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GET AWAY

PERFECT BUSINESS LOCATION

2 bedroom home in Walnut, full basement, attached garage.

Brick building perfect for restaurant, bakery or catering just waiting for new owners.

Call Brian 815-716-0772 www.briancorwell.com

$349,900

#123756

Kitchen area has breakfast nook, dining room, shed & deck. Garage.

Call Jill Ramirez (Hablo Espanol) 815-716-7379

Team Jim & Tim • 815-625-3722

28131 Freemont Street, Milledgeville

$129,900 #122937 Hosted by Brian Corwell

OPEN SUNDAY 12-1 OPEN SUNDAY 1-3 409 N. Barber Avenue, Polo 306 W. Center Street, Mt. Morris $112,400 #123303 $103,900 #123530 Hosted by John Rosengren Hosted by Deb Proctor

www.SaukValleyOpenHouse.com

edsoncox@gmail.com

OPEN SATURDAY 12-1

$129,900

#122937

28131 FREMONT STREET, MILLEDGEVILLE

You will love this 2+ acre farmette just minutes from town. You will appreciate the 72x36 outbuilding & the 32x26 garage both with metal roofs.

From Milledgeville turn onto Shannon Blacktop approx. 3 miles, turn right onto Fremont.

$45,900

AFFORDABLE LIVING!

Well-cared for home with an updated furnace & tilt-in windows. Enjoy your gorgeous patio & hot tub that is surrounded with a fence for privacy. A single car garage and a shed provide extra storage.

#123903

$129,900

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3 BEDROOM RANCH

Northeast Sterling, newer carpets, fenced yard & garage.

See @ www.BardierTeam.com

www.BardierTeam.com OPEN SUNDAY 2-3 $144,900

John Rosengren

PLEASANT SOUTH SIDE LOCATION!

#122644

815-631-8550

john@jrosengren.com www.jrosengren.com

Spacious ranch home with 3 bedrooms and 1 3/4 bathrooms. Great features including: fabulous walk-in closet in master bedroom and built in china cabinet.

Many upgrades: kitchen cabinets, tilt-in windows, water softener & basement tile & water proofing. Large screened-in porch.

1808 KELLY COURT, ROCK FALLS

1,517 Sq. Ft. 3 bedroom home located in a quiet cul-de-sac not far from town.

815-772-4850 • www.BarbKophamer.com #123242

$64,250

#122693

$45,100

$55,000

#123624

ROCK RIVER ESTATE

Immaculate 3 bedroom 1 3/4 bath mobile home. Attached enclosed 3 season porch. Deck, parking space for 2 cars.

Call Lee Bardier 815-716-3604

www.BardierTeam.com #121778

$39,500

#123839

OPEN SUNDAY 12-1 $112,400

#123665

#123303

$792,000

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OPEN SUNDAY 2-3 1808 Kelly Court, Rock Falls $144,900 #122644 Hosted by John Rosengren

$66,900

3 BEDROOM HOME

ABSOLUTE MUST SEE

Gorgeous 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom residence majestically set on almost 5 wooded acres. Home full of unique, unexpected details. Living room with double sided fireplace. Main floor master suite with whirlpool tub. 15x25 lofted area on upper level. Lower level family room with double sided fireplace and opens to screened patio. Additional bedroom and kitchen on fully finished lower level. Stunning views from the 51x12 deck. 36x50 pole building, huge shed & much more. Call Jim 815-716-0976 or Tim 815-716-7653 today!

OPEN SATURDAY 12-1 2107 E 38th Street, Sterling $148,750 #123244 Hosted by Linda Sanders

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www.briancorwell.com • Direct: 815-716-0772

815-440-0689

#123868

OPEN SATURDAY 12-1

edsoncox@gmail.com

BIG HOUSE FOR LITTLE MONEY

Large 3 or 4 bedroom, 2 baths, finished basement.

Call Gary for more information 815298-1357 www.garycorwell.com

EDGE OF TOWN RANCH

2 bedroom ranch home, large fenced yard, edge of town.

Call Gary for more information 815298-1357 www.garycorwell.com

www.garycorwell.com • www.garycorwell.com

80 ACRES

409 N. BARBER AVE., POLO A must see 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on a corner lot featuring a large family room addition with fireplace & oak kitchen.

www.jrosengren.com

80 acres more or less with 66 tillable, class B soils & good road frontage, Ogle County.

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Thursday, October 16, 2014

Stay safe when cleaning gutters Come the fall, when trees start to shed their leaves and winds pick up in advance of winter, gutters can easily become clogged with all sorts of debris. When clogged gutters are not cleaned out, a host of potentially costly issues can result, making gutter cleaning an essential autumn chore no homeowner should ignore.

Fully functioning gutters direct water away from the structure of a home and into nearby drainage systems. When clogged, gutters cannot direct that water away, and the result is often costly water damage to the home’s foundation.

Water that is not directed away may find its way into the basement of a home, causing issues with flooding and mold. But clogged gutters also prevent water from leaving a roof, possibly leading to costly roof repairs and damage to the roof that can put a home’s inhabitants in danger.

When snowfall accumulates on a roof, melting snow needs to make its way off the roof via the gutters. If those gutters are clogged with debris leftover from the fall, roof damage, including leaks, is more likely to occur.

Clogged gutters also make a welcome respite for unwelcome pests, including rodents and insects. In the warmer months, clogged gutters may make an inviting home to mosquitoes and other pesky insects, while rodents may seek the warmth of clogged gutters when temperatures dip to near or below freezing.

Cleaning gutters is not that complicated, and many homeowners can clear their gutters of debris in a typical weekend afternoon. But the ease of cleaning gutters should not overshadow the safety risks homeowners take when climbing a ladder to clear out their gutters. The following are a few safety tips for homeowners to keep in mind when cleaning their gutters. * Wear appropriate clothing. Loose-fitting clothing should not be worn when cleaning gutters. Such attire is a tripping hazard and can easily compromise your balance by catching on the gutter or ladder as you reach to remove debris. Wear clothing that does not hang off of you and choose pants that do not fall below your sneakers. Pants that might be a little long in the leg can catch under your feet as you climb the ladder, momentarily costing you your balance and possibly leading to a fall. When choosing footwear, avoid old sneakers or work

ON-SITE REAL ESTATE AUCTION

boots without much traction, opting instead for dig into gutters. Should you reach into a gutter footwear that easily grips each rung of the ladder. without gloves on and grab something sharp, not only will you be cut but also you may be so startled that you lose your balance and fall off the * Don’t forget safety gear. Many people forget ladder. In addition to work gloves, wear a dust to wear safety gear when cleaning their gutters. mask and safety goggles when cleaning gutters to Such forgetfulness increases your risk of injury.

When cleaning gutters, always remember to wear prevent debris from getting into your mouth and work gloves, which can protect your hands as you eyes.

Patty Martinez 815-499-0721

Judy Powell 815-716-7450

Jenni Dace 815-716-7675

NEW LISTING

Ed Hook 815-499-4848

NEW LISTING

1/2 Acre+/- Corner lot on the edge of town.

2 bedrooms, new ceramic bath, all new flooring, main floor family room and laundry. Attached 2 car garage. New cement patio. Lovely setting, immediate Possession.

Dixon 3 bedroom with hardwood floors under the carpet.

Newer roof and furnace, fenced backyard and garage.

MLS#123937

MLS#123919

$68,900

$49,900

NEW LISTING

2021 E. 7th St., Sterling, IL

Brick Ranch with great open floor plan. 2 Large bedrooms with hard wood floors, screened room attached, gas fireplace, oversize scenic lot. Nice, convenient location. Very clean.

Immediate possession.

3 car garage and paved driveway, patio, fire pit and landscaping.

Newer vinyl siding, windows, water heater, exterior doors. Basement and fenced yard.

3BR, 1ba. 860sq.ft Single Family

MLS#123531

MLS#123911

Sale Date: Sat., Nov. 8th at 11:00 A.M. FREE BROCHURE 800-260-5846 auctionservicesintl.com Josh Orlan, Auctioneer Lic# 471.006701 Lic# FM444000425

$90,000

Northeast Sterling ranch. Over 1,500 sq ft features 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, main floor family room with fireplace. Main floor laundry, appliances stay and fenced backyard.

MLS#123268

5% Buyer's Prem.

$89,500

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4 bedrooms. Hardwood floors and natural woodwork. Eat-in kitchen with oak cabinets and lot of countertops. Sliding glass doors to the large deck. Basement, 2 car garage with alley access and fenced backyard.

MLS#123560

$63,900

2009 Mobile Home offers three bedrooms, 2 bath, - master bath and large master bedroom. Open kitchen and living room. Shed and vinyl siding - clean, clean, clean!!

MLS#122941

$26,000

Milledgeville - Small Town Comfort - Kitchen has cherry cabinets and formal dining room with built-ins.

Hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, main floor laundry, sliding doors. Steel roof and newer windows.

MLS#120131

$72,900

NEW NEW NEW

$87,500

Hilltop Tudor on 2.5 Acres

Quality throughout including 5 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, and over 3,000 sq ft.

Master suite with its own balcony. Modern kitchen with breakfast bar, built-ins and appliances. Beautiful full length sun room. Lower level has family room with fireplace, wet bar, and office. Additional rec room, heated inground pool, hot tub and multi-level decks for entertaining. Overlooking the Lake with lake access.

$315,900

MLS#123092

3 bedroom brick ranch in the Woodlawn area on a beautiful tree lined street. Large rooms, delightful kitchen with all the appliances. 2-1/2 baths, fireplace, full basement and 2 car attached finished garage. Patio and nice fenced backyard.

Very clean.

$137,500

MLS#123512

Close to Schoolsâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Śupdated inside & out including new siding, roof and windows. 3 bedrooms, 1-3/4 baths, and modern kitchen with sliding doors to newer covered patio. Fenced backyard and garage.

$99,900

MLS#123621

2001 - 3 bedroom ranch home in the Montmorency School district. Full basement, two car attached garage, deck off of kitchen area, open floor plan with fireplace.

$183,900

MLS#123376

Sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;As Isâ&#x20AC;?

2 story home with 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths and lots of potential.

$14,000

MLS#123828

Nice family home with three bedrooms and 1-3/4 baths. Open living room and dining room.

Nice kitchen with wood cabinets.

Main floor laundry, 1 car garage and large utility shed. Well kept.

$67,900

MLS#122775

Large family home close to Schools.

Deck off the kitchen leads to the fenced backyard. Some fresh paint and hardwood floors. Oversized family room in the lower level. Lots of potential!!

$87,500

MLS#123892

Hardwood Floors. Nice oak kitchen with separate butler pantry.

3 bedroom, brand new ceramic bath.

Formal dining room, open oak staircase. Newer windows and newer 2 car garage. Sterling Charmer!!!

$69,900

MLS#123907

This 2 bedroom is move in ready.

1 3/4 baths, eat-in oak kitchen with new countertops and newer appliances. Large living room with fireplace. All new flooring. Central air. Basement with laundry and 3/4 bath. 1.5 car attached garage.

Immediate possession.

$52,900

MLS#123628

Located Daily in the Classified Section of the Daily Gazette, Telegraph and saukvalley.com!

Also in The Review located throughout the Sauk Valley on newstands!

Edge of town Sterling home on 1 acre with 2 car detached garage and additional 1 car garage.

MLS#123883

$49,900

2.41 ACRES

Newer ranch home in the country. 3 bedroom, 3 bath all handicap accessible. Open floor plan, main floor laundry room and master suite has luxurious bath with jetted tub. Large basement - maintenance free home!!

MLS#123822

$179,900

Sprawling brick ranchâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Ś3 large bedrooms and 2 baths. Open Living room with fireplace and formal dining.

Eat-in kitchen with lots of cabinets.

Basement and back enclosed porch.

Patio, fenced backyard and alley access.

MLS#122263

$129,900

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Thursday, October 16, 2014

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* Work with a partner. Cleaning gutters alone is a recipe for potentially devastating injury. Even if you are not afraid of heights, scaling a ladder is not something to take lightly. Ladders can be shaky, especially on brisk autumn afternoons when the wind kicks up. Working with a partner when cleaning gutters ensures someone is below you to hold the ladder steady in case of a stiff wind or if your jostling unintentionally shakes the ladder.

Working with a partner also means someone is there to seek help should you fall off the ladder or suffer another type of injury that requires medical attention. * Use a trowel instead of your hands. Digging into the gutter with your hands, even if those hands are covered by gloves, is an unnecessary risk that can leave you susceptible to injury. When cleaning the gutters, dig out the debris with a trowel. * Dump debris below into a large garbage can. When cleaning the gutter, do not carry a bucket with you to the top of the ladder. Carrying something as you climb up a ladder only increases your risk of injury. In addition, a bucket full of debris placed at the top of a ladder may tip over and compromise your balance. When dumping the debris you dig out with your trowel, dump it into a large garbage bin below. If you miss the bin every now and again, you can always sweep up after the job is completed.

Few homeowners look forward to cleaning their gutters. But such a task is necessary to prevent water and roof damage to your home. When cleaning the gutters, remember to place safety at the top of your priority list.

Let us turn your Landscaping

U p s i d e DDown ow n Upside by giving it a FRESH new look!

Call 815-626-4422

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815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon MLS#123923 NEW LISTING

$179,900

328 E CENTER ST., MOUNT MORRIS

PERFECT STARTER HOME! PRICE REDUCED!!

Cute as a button and move-in ready! This maintenance free home has vinyl siding, replacement windows and roof in 2004. Updated plumbing and 100 amp electrical panel & new water heater 2014. Beautiful hickory kitchen cabinets installed 2014. Features original woodwork in living room & hardwood floors have been refinished in dining room. Remaining rooms are carpet but have hardwood floors to be refinished. Basement is partially finished with family room with bar, and bedroom. Enjoy the outdoors on the nicely landscaped yard or on the cement patio. Contingent on seller finding home of choice.

$79,000 MLS #123639

Listed By Cindy Ottens 309-781-9902

Call for additional information or to schedule a showing.

Adorable 2 bedroom brick ranch home. The 4 season room built in 2005 is a MUST SEE with french doors, hardwood floors & gas stove all create a cozy atmosphere.

MLS#123736

$99,000

1213 S PEORIA AVE, DIXON

Adorable Bungalow style home with loads of character! The 2nd story is one large master bedroom with 4 separate closets and two dormers with window seats.

$66,000

MLS#123599 Open Saturday 11-12:30

Connie Dickison

Bonita Willis

815-499-2939

815-343-1966

CDickison@woodhavenassociation.com BWillis@woodhavenassociation.com

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Visit our Website at www.woodhavenassociation.com, realtor.com, Zillow.com, Truila.com & SVARhomes.com • 1-800-849-9574

Mary Lovgren

Diane Eisenberg

815-994-1449

815-312-8484

MLovgren@woodhavenassociation.com

LaMoille

Amboy

Sterling

Dixon

126 W Division St This beautiful home on a huge corner lot is bigger than it looks. You must see the inside!

Features include: 3 bedroom, appliances, sunken great room with wood burner stove, open kitchen and sitting room, dining room, oak hardwood floors, office area, landscaped & fenced in back yard, back covered porch & patio area, 2 car garage & shed. $99,500

1901 E. 4th Street

This use to be Steve’s Auto Sales & Quick 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. $175,000

511 S Ottawa Avenue

Great place to start! Features include 1 bedroom, bath, living room, lower basement level kitchen, furnace is only 4 years old, laundry room and storage room. Carport and fenced in back yard. Many updates since owner purchased home.

Amboy

Amboy

Great investment for a rental or to live in. Nice level lot, cement patio out back, shed for storage, 2 bedrooms, laundry room, eat in kitchen/dining area, family room with wall heater, and some appliances. $28,900

Price Reduced - 1480 Amboy Rd

Spacious home just outside of town with surrounding evergreens and open country setting.

Features include 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen with breakfast bar and stools, dining area that leads to back porch and 2 car attached garage.

604 12th St

Well maintained home all ready to move into! Pride of ownership throughout.

Features include 2 bed, 1.5 bath, front enclosed porch, den, dining room, kitchen, 1 car attached garage all located on a corner lot.

$68,900

$48,900

815-535-6295

LErbes@woodhavenassociation.com

Amboy

440 N Jones Ave This adorable ranch home located in a lovely subdivision. Recent updates including: carpet, roof, newer water softener. A large back yard, & a cozy front porch to enjoy. It is ready to move into. So much storage is offered in this home. Attached garage will be welcoming in these Midwest Winters!

$114,900

Amboy

Dixon

311 N Jefferson Ave This two story home is ready to move into!

In town but feels like the country! Features include 3 bedrooms, one on main floor, 1.5 baths, large living room, enclosed back porch, laundry room, shared driveway, and a 2.5 car garage situated all on a nicely landscaped lot.

Must see. Offer with contingency. $89,900

606 Van Buren

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

$57,900

Amboy

Amboy

Price Reduced- 16 W Wasson Rd., Lot #265

Beautiful and ready to move into. This 3 bedroom mobile home with 2 1/2 baths, open kitchen-diningliving room area, newer tin roof (10 mo ago), shed, front deck, skirting, stove, refrigerator and dishwasher.

Must see to appreciate and subject to Park approval.

Lot rent of $285 includes garage, sewer & water.

Seller Motivated! Will offer to sell on contract for half down and agreeable terms. $37,000

Price Reduced - 322 N Jefferson Ave

Great home to start with, investment or retirement. Features include a fenced in back yard, double garage area with double doors, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, first floor laundry, shared drive with neighbors, eat in kitchen with bar stools, living room and family room.

$58,900

Compton

$99,900

Mendota

910 W. 1ST STREET, DIXON Adorable 2 bedroom home that is affordable!

2 car detached garage, large enclosed back porch, and fenced yard.

MLS#123327

Managing Broker

$40,000

Price Reduced -228 W. Park Street

DEisenberg@woodhavenassociation.com

Lori Erbes, GRI EQUAL HOUSING

Call us for lot listings available at Woodhaven Lakes.

Price Reduced - 302 Main St Great location! Great potential! Be an investor, home owner or business owner.

This home is ready to move into! Separate entrance to beauty shop. Could be a bedroom, office, etc. Very usable basement, great for work area and storage. Enclosed front porch and open porch on rear of home.

2 car garage plus storage building. $64,900

Broker Associate

Broker Associate

OPPORTUNITY

NEW LISTING

$179,000

2252 CROSSLAND ST., DIXON

Your own mini resort at home complete with pool, fenced backyard, screened porch, large deck & a hot tub.

MLS#123726

$85,900

802 CHICAGO AVE, DIXON

4 bedroom eat-in kitchen, formal living room, den with patio doors to deck, 1st floor master bedroom plus large laundry/bonus room.

MLS#123576

$259,000

MLS#123858

$128,500

606 CRAWFORD AVE, DIXON

4 bedroom,1-1/2 bath home, 2 car detached garage, open floor plan, eat-in kitchen, french doors to patio, walk up attic, partially finished basement, and a patio deck with built in benches.

MLS#123724

$349,000

2063 LOWELL PARK RD., DIXON

SERIOUS HUNTERS CHECK OUT THESE 5 ACRES! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, finished basement, large outbuilding with office,bath,complete kitchen and walk-in cooler.

MLS#123425

$69,900

912 4TH AVENUE, STERLING

Good 3 bedroom home with garage and fenced yard.

MLS#123294

$199,900

20813 MOLINE RD., LYNDON

Rock River property with approximately 125 ft. of river frontage awaits your offer. This nicely kept home with a walk out basement features 3 bedrooms, 4 baths & a boat ramp.

MLS#123030

$162,500

331 OLD MILL ROAD, FRANKLIN GROVE

Special care has been taken on this raised ranch home. Beautiful Oak Cabinets, Trim and 6 Panel Doors through out. Call Listing Agent for a Private Tour.

MLS#122801

$59,000

134 FIELDSTONE LANE, DIXON

Located at the end of the street this 3 bedroom walkout is sure to be a family pleaser.

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$69,900

1111 W. 6TH STREET, DIXON

Adorable home with large fenced lot and large heated two car garage plus 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths.

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$185,000

860 RIVERSIDE, DIXON

River property! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, great room, master suite, walk-out basement, fireplace.

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$106,900

5299 S. HARLAN DRIVE, ROCHELLE

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath and attached Garage.

Remodeled and move-in ready. Kitchen has stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and stove. Kitchen cupboards are a must see.

MLS#122761

$119,900

309 W. GROVE ST., STERLING

Open floor plan, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 lot, 4 car garage, many updates!

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$125,000

1992 SUGAR GROVE ROAD, DIXON Spacious brick ranch with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces & a sun room.

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$241,900

2232 PINE BLUFF DRIVE, DIXON

4 bed 3.5 baths, main floor master suite with walk in closet. Family room in lower level has an additional kitchen, partially wooded lot, large deck plus above ground pool with new liner and heater!

MLS#122802

$104,900

808 6TH AVENUE, DIXON

3 bedroom home has large open floor plan, living, dining and eat in kitchen, hardwood floors and 2 car attached garage.

Subject to Bank Approval.

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$29,900

Price Reduced - 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.

$59,900

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1753 Todd Road

408 W FULTON ST, POLO

French doors in dining room/living area, large eat in kitchen, wrap around porch, remodeled upstairs has skylights. Extra wide lot, alley access, 2 car garage.

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.

2206 MOONLIGHT BAY LANE, STERLING River front property - your wait is over! 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath ranch home with gorgeous views of the river.

807 S. COLLEGE AVE., DIXON

Large four bedroom home with some newer windows and nice open floor plan.

$279,900

ECCLE/LEE CENTER/SHAW ROAD - AMBOY - Lot to build your dream home on! There is gas to the property. $10,000 N CREEKVIEW DRIVE - AMBOY - Two large lots located in Martin - Wilson Subdivision. In flood plain. $10,000 703 COUNTRY LANE - SUBLETTE - Move-in ready on a double lot, 2 bedrooms & 1.75 baths. 2 car garage. Great yard. $119,900

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Cute & Clean 3 bedroom ranch with many updates including high efficiency furnace and central air, all windows except picture window & more. One bath, eat-in kitchen room. Garage & cozy backyard.

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Edge of town home. All the appliances are included as well as a large family room with fireplace, open stairway to loft and master bedroom. Possession is negotiable.

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1715 17th Avenue, Sterling

Features: John Martin Kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 3rd bedroom was made into a main floor laundry and full bath. Hardwood floors in bedrooms, hall & living room under carpet.

Full basement with office area & lots of storage PLUS a full bath. Home sits on 1.5 lots with a fenced backyard! Won’t last!

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Sun room leads to patio with park like setting. 17x15 master bedroom with master bath & jetted tub. Finished basement just needs ceiling. 3 car heated garage. Irrigated lawn. Call John Dorenbos at 815-718-0956 or go to www.johndorenbos.com.

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when you’re converting a basement, and it can cost a pretty penny to make that mold go away. If you go into the project expecting such hurdles, then the financial sting of addressing them won’t prove too great a burden. But if the mold catches you and your budget completely off guard, you might be forced to overextend that budget or make sacrifices elsewhere in order to complete the project. Build some contingency money, including permit and permit fees, into your home improvement project to safeguard against such unforeseen issues. * Get to work. If you’re hiring a contractor, speak to him or her before signing a contract to see if there is anywhere you can pitch in to keep the labor costs low. You might be able to pitch in during the demolition phase, saving the cost of paying your contractor’s workers to tear down walls or remove debris you can just as easily remove yourself. Another way to pitch in is to do the end-of-day cleanup yourself. Any role you play with regard to labor will likely need to be negotiated upfront, but you can save yourself a substantial amount of money on labor if you’re willing to get your hands dirty.

want to combine projects to save on the cost of materials. For instance, if your ultimate goal is to install wood flooring throughout your home, determine if it makes more financial sense to install the flooring all at once rather than doing one or two rooms at a time. You might save by buying all of your materials at once rather than buying a small amount of materials several times over the next several years.

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308 E 2nd Street, Tampico

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This very attractive 3 bedroom home is being sold to settle a family estate. This spacious home has like new roof, siding, trim, soffits, gutters, porch posts, rails & many interior updates. Prophetstown/Tampico schools. Ready to move into.

$69,900

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1032 Harmon Rd., Harmon

Gorgeous 3+ Bedroom

Looking for that picket fence?

Look no more! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, huge 21x21 master suite with fireplace. Open floor plan, gorgeous kitchen. Full basement, main floor laundry, 2 story foyer, wrap around porch. 2 outbuildings. Over 2 acres.

With 2.25 baths, 3 car garage, full basement, double corner lot and a relaxing hot tub!

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MerditaServesYou.net $249,900 MLS#123730

$219,500

Call Anne Hermes: 440-7370

310 Poplar St, Dixon

Great investment! Very nice triplex in convenient location.

2 units currently rented. $89,900

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

$57,000

815-973-0533

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MLS#120254

Featuring 2 full baths, gorgeous kitchen with snack bar, formal dining area with vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, in-ground pool, and a private fenced in yard!

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$139,900

TLC Needed

Affordable!

This 2 bedroom features a 1 car attached garage, fenced in yard & a private patio area.

Tracy DeVries

With a little work, this 3 bedroom,1.5 bath with a full basement & 2 car garage would make a nice family home. Lots of built-ins & storage.

Close to Sterling schools!

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815-973-0533 $129,900 MLS#121569

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$24,900

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RARE FIND. Looking to build? Road Frontage on 3 sides. www.SeeDawnsHomes.com 815-441-3515

$50,000

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512 W MASON ST, POLO

601 W Colden St, Polo

Lovely, well maintained brick home. Spacious & ready to fit your needs, take a look! $119,900

Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

625 High St, Dixon

Wonderfully updated 3 bedroom Split-level in NE Dixon across from The Meadows. $92,000

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

1939 Ole Hickory Rd, Amboy

Impeccable 4 bedroom 3.5 bath ranch with finished basement in Shades O’Green Sub. $285,000

Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

Just $49,900

4 Acres!

Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817

1714 Riverview Dr, Dixon

Spectacular riverfront ranch.

Beautiful 2,000 sq. ft. home with 600 ft river frontage & dock! $325,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

607 S Dixon Ave, Dixon

$29,900

Jerry Ratajczak 815-590-2077

MLS#122140

Gorgeous 2 Story

So inviting you won’t want to leave! 3 bedroom completely updated close to river, new bike path & more! Home has main floor laundry, new kitchen island & pantry. Recently added central air & new cement sidewalks & patio. Don’t pass this up! Very well maintained & beautiful assets!

MerditaServesYou.net $95,900 MLS#123586

Rent With Option to Buy!

CALL DIANE SCHNAKE: 440-4817 CALL MATT HERMES: 288-4648

Surprisingly spacious 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch with 2 car detached garage, sold “as is.” $54,500

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Affordable & comfortable 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & Family room.

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Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath Magnificent 4 bedroom brick home with full finished basement home with gorgeous woodwork on 2.5 acres in great rural location! throughout, corner lot, 2 car $200,000 garage. $239,500

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

1506 Griswold, Sterling Brick 2 bedroom home with 1.5 car detached garage set up for the “Mechanic.” Nice patio & landscaped backyard. Great house for the “Kids.”

906 B Coventry Lane, Sterling

2 bedroom, 1.5 bath ranch on quiet corner lot, 2 car garage, full basement. $59,000

306 N Jefferson Ave, Dixon

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903 Highland Ave, Dixon

Unique & stately riverfront home!

4 bedroom, 2 bath, updated kitchen, 5 fireplaces & so much more! $449,000

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Last house on the end of a cul-de-sac is where this 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 4+ car garage home with full basement is located.

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2103 McGirr Rd, Ashton

Private country living! 3 bedroom home with 3 nice outbuildings in beautiful 5 acre setting. $139,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

213 W Hawley St, Amboy

Perfect starter! Nice 3 bedroom with attached garage on private street close to schools. $75,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

863 Riverside Dr, Dixon

Lovely 3-4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home in White Oaks. Lovely kitchen, New bath, 2-tier deck $185,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

MLS#122986

3 bedroom with open staircase.

Original woodwork, hardwood floors living room & dining room.

Stately home on corner lot. Full basement and floored walk-up attic. Seller will look at all offers.

www.SeeDawnsHomes.com Dawn Nielsen

Jerry Ratajczak 815-590-2077

$49,900

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904 4th Ave, Sterling

Move in ready 4 bedroom 1.5 bath 2 story home near Sterling High School & hospital. $72,500

2116 Ridgewood Ln, Dixon

Just like new! 4 bedroom 3 bath ranch with vaulted ceilings, fireplace & finished basement.

Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817

$259,000 Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

1218 Adelheid, Dixon

305 S Elm St, Franklin Grove

$99,900 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

Riverfront property at an affordable price! Remodeled 1-2 bedroom with boat launch!

117 S Elm St, Franklin Grove

Historic 2 story, currently a flower shop, could be 3 bedroom single family home. $59,000

Call Diane Roop: 440-1915

413 Heather Ln, Dixon

Lovely & spacious 3 bedroom,1.5 bath in NE Dixon with great yard & attached garage. $119,900

Call Anne Hermes: 440-7370

110 W Webster St, Polo

Quality 3 bedroom 3 bath ranch, spacious with open floorplan & partially finished basement. $142,900

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

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Diane Schnake 815-440-4817

Nice 3 bedroom ranch on a corner lot, large deck, newer furnace & A/C. $99,900

1020 S Galena Ave, Dixon

Cute 2-3 bedroom move-in ready ranch, partially finished basement, attached garage. $60,000

Call Anne Hermes: 440-7370

409 S 9th St, Oregon

Great 3 bedroom ranch in terrific condition. Many updates in past 8 years, on ¼ acre. $115,500

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

814 Chula Vista, Dixon

Exquisite Riverfront Home!

4 bedroom 4 bath, finished walkout, apx. 200 ft. river frontage! $349,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Anne Hermes 815-440-7370

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110 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, IL 61081

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$349,900

#123412

$89,900

#121402

Brian Corwell 815-716-0772 ROOMY COMFORT

VERY SPECIAL HOME

Over 3 acres wooded privacy, inviting from 1st step into foyer to great room, above loft, 3 tiered deck with gazebo, patio, pond, lower level has game room. Unique bar. Separate 32x30 workshop. Call Louise 815-632-8942

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Keith Zoeller 815-622-1598

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$68,000

#122923

Great home for active family, large rooms, great storage. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, main floor laundry. Side patio, fenced yard with 2 car garage.

$48,000

#123154

Gary Corwell 815-298-1357

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

This commercial property on 3.11 acres is located on a high traffic count corner in Sterling. Featuring 3 buildings with a total of over 24,000 sq. ft. Within these buildings over 21,000 sq. ft. is currently being leased. This property is priced to sell.

Call Jim or Melissa for more information.

MissyandJim.com Melissa Ellefsen Jim King Jr. 309-912-2820 309-716-6755

#123127

$400,000

#121912

$40,000

Call Linda Today!

$78,900

#123915

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NEED A HOME FOR YOUR BUSINESS? Look no further. This building features nice office space with basement. Shop area includes 2 overhead doors 9x9 & 12x12.

Located in Milledgeville.

Call Melissa or Jim for more inforamtion. www.MissyandJim.com

LAND & BUILDING FOR SALE Over 2.5 acres of land & 2 buildings for sale in a high traffic count location. Great development opportunity!

Call Melissa Ellefsen or Jim King Jr. Visual Tour @MissyandJim.com

DRIVE A LITTLE... SAVE A LOT!

This 2-3 bedroom ranch style home is located on a large lot on the outskirts of the village of Coleta. Nice open floor plan features a handsome oak kitchen with dining area and a spacious living room. Remodeled full bath and several new windows. Full basement. New shingles were installed in 2013. Covered patio. Shed. See it at www.LindaSanders.com/123915

Recently reduced to entice a sale!!

This very affordable 3 bedroom home is close to schools & features a nice eat-in kitchen with oak cabinetry & a main floor laundry room. Other amenities include a covered porch, deck & shed. Replacement windows.

Why rent?

#122548

$234,000

$37,900

#122957

Dave Twining 815-499-6711

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#123530

St, Walnut, 3BR/3BA, 1.5 Story • MLS: 123468, $87,500, 701 Avenue A, Rock Falls, 2R/2.5BA, 1.5 Story with numerous updates • MLS: 123594, $94,900, 19530 Fairhaven Rd, Chadwick, 4BR/2.5BA, 1.5 Story • MLS: 122833, $107,900, 219 E. 4th St, Milledgeville, 4BR/3BA Ranch • MLS: 123589, $159,500, 27859 Knief Road, Rock Falls, 3BR/2.5BA, Ranch • MLS: 122960, $169,900, 21459

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815-499-6711

$103,900

Keith Zoeller

• MLS: 122659, $525,000, 1002 Gregdon Shores Dr, Sterling, 4BR/3BA, River 2 Story www.jimandtim.com

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Edson Cox 815-499-0821

815-622-1598 Dave Twining 815-499-6711

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306 W. CENTER STREET, MT. MORRIS The weather’s getting cooler, but it’s warm inside this well maintained 1920’s home in Mt. Morris. Richly carpeted floors, built-in shelves & cabinetry & an open staircase set the stage inside. While a custom built deck and pergola welcome you to the fenced back yard. 1,800 square feet with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths.

#123471

$6,000

Jim King Jr. 309-716-6755

Linda Sanders 815-499-9461

Take your tour at: www.DebProctor.com LYNDON LOTS!

Two 50x140 lots in the Village of Lyndon adjacent and selling as one unit. City water, electric and gas. Ready to be built upon.

Call Keith for a showing!

#122899

$112,500

SPACIOUS RANCH IN NORTHEAST STERLING

This beautiful 3 bedroom home offers new kitchen & baths, huge family room with wood burning fireplace and 16x16 ft. screened porch. GREAT LOCATION! #123524

$51,900

STARTING OUT OR DOWNSIZING?

This ranch has a lot to offer. Newer roof, furnace, windows & electric service. Den, full basement & attached garage. GREAT LOCATION!

$125,000

#123337

DO YOU ENJOY WATER SPORTS, GOLF & FISHING? This 2-3 bedroom home on Holland Creek is just a stone’s throw from the Rock River and the golf course. Newer roof, replacement windows & new hardwood floors. Stone fireplace, main floor laundry & boat dock.

BEAUTIFUL SETTING!!

Patti Sword Chris King 815-590-0130 815-499-8279

$26,900

#121782

BUILD YOUR NEW HOME HERE!

1.19 acre corner lot in an area of fine homes just outside of Dixon. Call Jerry for details.

www.jerrybartlett1.com

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815-535-8427

$330,000

#122731

www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

TOUCH OF CLASS

Mathew Rd, Sterling, 4BR/3.5BA, 2 Story on 3.93 acres • MLS: 122556, $249,900, 1714 Gregdon Shores Dr, 4BR/2BA, River 2 Story

Suzi VanOosten 815-440-0689

Nice 1.5 story, 2 bedroom home on a quiet street. Living room and main bedroom have wood flooring. Appliances included. Full basement.

#114730

$155,000

Deb Proctor 815-213-0164

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• MLS: 123362, $69,900, 1403 Flock Avenue, Rock Falls, 3BR/1BA, Ranch • MLS: 122689, $76,900, 110 N. Main

Chris King 815-499-8279

Call Dave 815-499-6711.

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FEATURED LISTINGS • MLS: 123771, $49,900, 809 W. 15th St, Sterling, 2BR/2.5BA, 1.5 Story • MLS: 120940, $62,500, 30609 Woodside Dr, Rock Falls, 3BR/1BA, Multilevel

Jerry Bartlett 815-535-8427

IF 2 WILL DO!

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Escape to the country on 5 spectacular acres near Dixon. Beautifully updated 2 bedroom home has gorgeous woodwork, a beautiful view from every room and 2 outbuildings. This property has it all! Call Dave 815-499-6711.

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3BR/1BA, Ranch • NEW PRICE: MLS: 123740, $46,500, 110 S. Main St. Coleta, 1BR/1BA, 1.5 Story • NEW PRICE: MLS: 123264, $62,500, 30591 E. Woodside Drive, Rock Falls, 3BR/1BA, Tri-level

Jill Ramirez 815-716-7379

Call Linda to take advantage of this offer!

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• NEW LISTING: MLS: 123924, $39,900, 1208 3rd Avenue, Sterling, Duplex, both units 3BR/1BA • NEW LISTING: MLS: 123918, $124,900, 21043 Freeport Rd, Sterling,

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Lee Bardier 815-716-3604

LOOKING FOR A SIDE BY SIDE DUPLEX?

Here’s an opportunity to own a duplex! Live on one side and rent out the other or rent out both sides. Total square footage is 1,766. Identical 2 bedroom units with eat-in kitchens, laundry hook-ups & carports.

4 bedroom, 4.5 bath ranch home in Mineral Springs Subdivision. Loaded with amenities this home will be the place friends & family will want to hang out. Finished walk-out lower level to the backyard haven with in-ground pool, tree lined & very private. Beautifully landscaped.

Come see! Call Patti or visit the visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com #122835

$104,900

MAKE IT EASY ON YOURSELF!

Strawberry Fields Condo in convenient location with 2 bedrooms & 2 baths. Great room with vaulted ceiling & skylight. Nice kitchen with large pantry & upgraded trim.

Sun room with door to back patio. No mowing or snow shoveling here! Call today!

Call Patti today or visit the visual tour @ www. www.debproctor.com • FatherDaughtersTeam.com

$89,900

#120223

QUICK POSSESSION

Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level in Northeast Sterling. Open oak stairway & ceramic tile foyer. Main bath with jetted tub. Nice deck off of kitchen, fenced yard and covered patio attached to garage. New roof in 2012. Priced to sell! Call Chris today or visit the visual tour @ www.debproctor.com www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

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Patti Sword 815-590-0130

FARMETTE NEAR POLO

Large 2 story farmhouse with 4 or more bedrooms & lots of space. Includes 4.75 acres of land, 3 out buildings, apple orchard & more.

Call Keith for a showing!

#123781

$17,500

Tracey DeCrane 815-677-2164

Tim Rosengren 630-803-0320

GRAND VIEW DRIVE LOT

Residential building lot in Hickory Hills #3.

Almost 1 acre in size with several trees & wildlife plantings.

Call Keith for a showing!

www.zoellerag.com 815-622-1598

#122348

Barb Kophamer 815-772-4850

$319,000

Melissa Ellefsen 309-912-2820

COUNTRY QUIET!

Built in 2001 this beautiful ranch home is on 5 acres just north of Dixon. Great room with fireplace & built-ins open to the kitchen. Formal dining room. 3+ car garage and full lookout basement, partially finished with workshop. 3 season room overlooking the grounds. HOME WARRANTY FOR THE BUYER! Or visit the visual tour @ www.

FatherDaughtersTeam.com #109277

$55,000

IN A FRIENDLY COMMUNITY...

where neighbors still know your name, sits this 4 bedroom home on a corner double lot.

Economical starter presently being used as an office but could easily be converted back.

2 car garage & partially finished basement.

Professionally landscaped! A ton of house for the money! Call today! Call Chris or visit the visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

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Louise Gibbons 815-632-8942