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Thursday, September 22, 2016

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THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

STERLING LOCATION

UNIQUE PROPERTY ...

... with something for everyone. Ranch with acreage. Sterling schools. Full walk-out basement. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, family room with wood burning fireplace. Gentleman’s building with workshop wired for machinery. Barn is sectioned off for small animals, loft for hay, along with electric and water. The entire property is fenced, sectioned and hot-wired. Rolling hills and pond. $169,900 MLS # 09326669 511 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL 61081

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2182 Peek Home Rd, Dixon

5 Ac property N of Dixon w/2 houses!

5BR 1.5BA 2 story farmhouse & a 3BR ranch. Unique opportunity! $234,900

Call Bill Gorski: 441-4811

975 US ROUTE 52, AMBOY

1017 WOODHILL CIR, DIXON

Immaculate 2BR 2BA ranch w/

Desirable 3BR 3BA in Idle Oak. Very

finished basement & attached

spacious ranch w/fireplace & finished

garage on corner lot.

walk-out basement.

$129,900

$180,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

3785 Rock St, Dixon

Lovely, inviting Colonial style home in Grand Detour. Comfortably elegant, wonderfully maintained. $195,000 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

516 4th Ave, Dixon

garage & extra lot- must see! $60,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

31 N Jefferson Ave, Amboy Well maintained 3BR 2 story.

Main floor bedroom, lots of

living space, lovely porch. $74,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

1195 Atkinson Rd, Harmon Well built 2BR brick ranch w/finished exposed basement on 6 acres.

Attached & detached garages. $225,000

SM-ST5352-0922

Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

come take a look! $119,900 Call Bill Dempsey: 631-4295

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1311 3rd Ave, Sterling

2BR w/lots of updates, incl: kitchen & bath, refinished hardwood, electrical & flooring is being completed. $49,900

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

1405 W 1st St, Dixon

2 story duplex, each unit has 1BR 1BA. Nice investment or possible single family home. $37,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

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Unique Lustron home! This 2BR ranch is completely made of metal. 3+ car

709 Wiker Dr, Rock Falls

Spacious 3BR 2.5BA Tri-Level in great neighborhood. Many recent updates-

711 Nachusa Ave, Dixon

Good investment or starter! This 3BR 1BA home has nice curb appeal in quiet neighborhood. $61,500 Call Karen Didier: 973-2686

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1256 Trail Dr, Dixon

Stunning ranch home w/full walkout.

4BR 3.5BA w/3,000+ sq ft living space.

$259,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Great location in Idle Oak!

1205 Tee St, Dixon

Amazing & spacious 4BR 2.5BA in quiet SE location. Large rooms, private yard w/patio. $155,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

13 Oak St, Amboy

Move-in ready 2BR ranch w/3 season porch & 1.5 car attached garage. $109,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

503 Depot Ave, Dixon

4BR 2BA 2 story on a corner lot.

Newer roof, furnace, windows.

Lots of potential- call today! $76,000

Call Karen Didier: 973-2686

712 N Division Ave, Polo

718 Woodlawn Dr, Prophetstown

Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817

fully fenced yard. $84,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Rural property w/beautiful 3BR 2.5BA home, stocked lake & outbuildings. Entire 82 ac, or 10 ac w/home- call for details!

501 W Mason St, Polo

4BR split level, great space for a reasonable price! Deck & a large

1024 Myrtle Ave, Dixon

Successful restaurant & bar w/video gaming & banquet hall in a highly

Well maintained & updated 4BR 3BA Victorian. Gorgeous woodwork & windows,

visible & accessible location. $169,900

Lovely 3 bed 2 bath ranch w/approx 100 ft of river frontage. Partially

2.5 car garage. $129,900 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

finished basement. $157,500 Call Bill Gorski: 285-0123

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

317 Fox Trot, Dixon

Spacious 2 story home on large corner lot. Huge master bedroom, inground pool. $199,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Bill Matt Hermes Gorski Managing Broker 815-288-4648 815-441-4811

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15715 1250 North Ave, Wyanet

1082 Peter Dr, Dixon

1320 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Amboy

Fantastic 3BR 2.5BA ranch on 1.16 acre S

Live like you’re on vacation

of Dixon. Huge master suite, 3 car attached

everyday! Immaculate 3BR 2BA

garage. $234,500 Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

home on 10 ac S of Amboy. $229,900

Anne Bill Nancy Diane Hermes Dempsey Fritts Schnake 815-631-4295 815-440-3369 815-440-4817 815-440-7370

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Karen Patt Didier Gjonola 815-973-2686 815-973-7997

Member of Hometown Association of Realtors

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Thursday, September 22, 2016

Preparing your fireplace or stove for the season

Sauk Valley 110 E. LYNN BLVD. STERLING, IL 61081 (815) 625-3722

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Fireplaces and wood-burning stoves not only can be beautiful focal points within a home, but they also provide an additional source of heat and can be used to keep rooms or entire homes comfortable without the need for additional and potentially costly heating sources.

Just like more modern home heating systems, stoves and fireplaces need to be maintained, and that maintenance includes readying them before winter when they are used more heavily. Ensuring a fireplace or stove is in good working order helps to guarantee efficiency of use and safety during the winter months.

Open-flame heating sources carry with them certain risks. The National Fire Protection Association states that, between 2009-2013, American fire departments responded to 56,000 home structure fires that involved heating equipment. The NFPA notes that the leading factor contributing to home-heating fires is a failure to keep things clean, principally from solid-fueled heating equipment. The following are a handful of ways to stay safe as you get ready for another cozy season around the fire.

ARE YOU CONSTANTLY ON THE GO?

OUR MOBILE WEBSITES ARE A FAST EASY WAY TO FIND THE PROPERTY THAT MEETS YOUR NEEDS.

• Start with the chimney. Begin by having your chimney thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Creosote can Prepare fireplaces, chimneys and heating stoves build up inside of the chimney. Creosote is highly flammable and becomes more difficult and expensive for another season of regular use. to clean the longer it builds up inside your flue lining.

In addition, animals may have created nest inside of the chimney since the last time the fireplace was used.

A professional chimney sweep should be hired in this situation. He or she will be able to effectively clean the chimney in a manner that is the least messy and disruptive to residents.

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3 Bedroom, 1 bath home on 1.3 acres just outside of town. 1st floor laundry, 2.5 car attached and 1 car detached garages. Enjoy a piece of the country. Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.

$189,900

$105,000

MLS#09341311

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815-213-0164 deb@debproctor.com debproctor.com

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Beautiful 3-4 bedroom home with many updates in the last 5 years. Fully finished basement, large pool and deck, detached garage or workshop, corner lot and much more. A must see! Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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$359,900

1 Acre lot located in the Montmorency School District.

Priced to sell! Call Eric at 815973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells. com for details..

Too cute for words, come take a look.

1 Bedroom, replacement windows, new shower, deck, kitchen flooring, exposed chimney, living room closet, updated bath & blinds. Basement is clean & ready for storage. Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.

Take a look at this cute 3 bedroom home that includes a new roof, 2 fireplaces, master with double closets, full finished basement with shower, large family room, and close to school!

Call John Dorenbos at 815-718-0956 for details.

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A nice brick/aluminum house … move right in! This home is an estate – sold “AS-IS”. Large foyer and eat-in kitchen, 2-3 bedrooms – large room with closet, laundry hookup, and a shower, perfect for a 3rd bedroom. Main floor full bath. Shower and stool in the basement.

Deep lot. 13x30 garage & 14x20 carport. Call Kevin at 815-739-8155 for details.

This property offers 5 acres, newer ranch style home with walk-out basement, open floor plan, large pole barn, and much more. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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$259,900

MLS#09242145

MLS#09335425

MLS#09187596

815-622-1598 kjzoeller@gmail.com zoellerag.com

LEE BARDIER

815-716-3604 lee@bardierteam.com bardierteam.com

LINDA SANDERS

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This 3 bedroom home offers a large living room, vaulted ceilings, full basement, large deck, large wooded lot, and much more. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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Gorgeous wooded lots in country subdivision with city sewer and community water. Call Eric at 815973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells. com for more details.

Starting at

4 Value priced Deer Valley lots offering great fairway views, priced to sell! Package of all 4 lots only $89,900. Single lot price $24,900 each. Lots 24, 58, 59, 60.

Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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122.5 Acres with 116 tillable featuring Class A and B soils and a great location near Newark, IL. Great Investment! Call Eric today at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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Beautiful River Front property. This home offers 2-3 bedrooms with new carpet and paint, and hardwood floors under the living room carpet. Newer 1.5 bath, large 24x40 garage, and priced to sell! Call Kevin at 815-7398155.

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Just starting out or if you are downsizing, this can be your dream home. On the North side of Dixon, just a block off Galena Ave. on the corner of W. Graham & N. Hennepin. Three Bedrooms, laundry, everything on one floor. Two car attached garage. Being sold “AS IS” and priced to sell. Call Kevin at 815-739-8155.

MLS#09340446

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3 Bedroom/1.5 bath, updated kitchen, enclosed porch, large deck, hardwood floors and a 3 car detached garage!

Tailgate in your own back yard a block from SHS football field. Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.

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Lots of updates. Move-in ready 3-4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch. Hardwood floors, Pella windows, remodeled kitchen and bath, walk-out basement, upper deck and lower patio. Call Kevin at 815-739-8155 to view.

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CLEAN 2 bedroom, move-in condition, with partial river views in Rock River Estate. Coming with ALL appliances including BRAND NEW stove. This sweet deal even includes the shed! Call Laurie at 815-499-1587 or go to www. lauriesandoval.com for more info.

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Thursday, September 22, 2016

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• Install or check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Operational alarms are essential to preventing injury or death resulting from smoke or carbon monoxide inhalation. Such detectors are inexpensive safeguards that should be installed on every floor of the house. Batteries should be replaced every six months, and the alarms themselves should be changed every five to 10 years.

• Inspect the chimney from outdoors as well. Inspect the mortar around any bricks in the chimney and surrounding areas for cracks. If left unaddressed, these can cause dangerous fires. If there are serious cracks, a professional may need to make repairs or the chimney may need to be replaced. You also can have the chimney capped with a screen to keep animals and debris from entering.

• Inspect the damper. A damper is a valve or plate that stops or regulates the flow of air inside a chimney. It should be checked prior to the first use of a stove or fireplace so homeowners can be certain it opens and closes smoothly.

• Clear out flammable items. Move flammable items away from the front of a fireplace or stove. Be sure curtains or other home furnishings are far enough away that they will not catch fire from any errant sparks or flames.

Paint your home’s exterior like a pro

paint prior to making your first strokes. Wear protective gear when scraping, sanding or brushing old paint, as such tasks can generate dust that can be dangerous to inhale, particularly if the old paint contains lead.

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Painting is an inexpensive way to transform just about any space.

Many people paint the interiors of their homes, but home exteriors also can undergo dramatic makeovers with fresh coats of paint.

Timing the job right and heeding some tips from professionals and do-it-yourselfers who have tread the painting path before you can make the job go smoothly.

• Order wood now. Be sure there is plenty of wood for the season. Ask a wood supplier to estimate just how much will be needed, and double-check that the wood will arrive in time for the start of the season.

By preparing for fireplace and wood stove use now, Consider the time of year homeowners can ensure their winters are comfortable Consider local weather patterns and safe. and forecasts when planning an exterior painting project. Choose a time of year when there is little rain and low humidity, such as autumn. Keep in mind that the paint will require a couple of days to completely and cure, and that Published Every Other Tuesday dry can be difficult in damp weather.

Don’t hamper the final outcome with poor timing.

CELEBRATIONS

Prepare the painting surfaces Resist the temptation to start painting straight away. Paint may not adhere to unprepared surfaces, and dirt and other debris may show through and mar the finished product. Repainting a home’s exterior will likely involve removing peeling or chipping

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Employ a chlorine bleach solution to kill any mildew and to scrub any dirt from the house. In addition, repair any cracks or imperfections.

For example, if you’re painting stucco, you may have to fill in any pitting or holes. Use this opportunity to inspect caulking around windows and doors. Recaulk as needed to seal up drafty areas or those that may cause water infiltration prior to painting.

Prime and cover stains It may be a little extra work, but apply a quality primer as the first coat to hide any imperfections, such as wood knots or discoloration from weathering. Primer provides a smooth, even surface upon which to put your paint color. Once you have applied the primer, test your paint color in a small, inconspicuous spot to see how the color looks in the daylight.

You do not want to paint the entire home only to find out you dislike the color.

Try these painting techniques Rent a paint sprayer for large surface areas. The sprayer will produce a more uniform application and is less time-consuming than painting everything with a brush or roller. Make sure you’ve chosen a high-quality paint, as the added expense is worth it if the paint lasts longer and coats more evenly.

Also, if you have purchased multiple cans of paint, mix them all in one large bucket to ensure the same color; otherwise, the colors may not match perfectly.

The experts at HGTV recommend working your way from top to bottom in a smooth, controlled manner, overlapping each stroke by eight inches. Trim and hard-toreach areas should be left for brush work so you can maintain control over your tools.

If you are painting areas like steps or staircases, consider adding a little fine-grain sand to the paint to improve traction, as paint can be slippery when wet.

If painting your home’s exterior is beyond your capabilities, hire a professional. He or she will get the work done in a timely manner, and you can rest assured that the job will be done correctly.

511 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL 61081

815-626-7450 Judy Powell 815-716-7450

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804 6th Avenue, Dixon Extremely clean and move-in ready. 3 Bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, hardwood floors throughout. Great kitchen with loads of cupboards, pantry, desk area, and all the appliances. Huge family room walks out to the patio and entertaining area. New roof and quiet neighborhood.

Close to Schools. 3 bedroom ranch with 1.5 baths, newer furnace, central air and roof. Full basement and nice back yard with shed.

MLS#09231482

MLS#09212322

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Country Ranch Located north of Sterling on .77/acre in the country with building and fruit trees. Built in 2003 with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and main floor laundry.

MLS#08757214

1½ story home with 3 bedrooms, large L-shaped living/dining room, vinyl replacement windows, enclosed front porch, gas furnace and central air, garage, on a corner lot.

MLS#09236476

Move Right In Ranch offers full bath located in the hallway convenient to the 2 bedrooms. Kitchen has nice wooden cabinets with the stove and refrigerator. Replacement windows. Laundry in the full basement. Newer central air. 1 ½ car garage, alley in the back. Plus nice garden shed.

Great office building located near downtown Sterling.

4-6 offices, hardwood floors, full basement. Previous seller used as home office. Has kitchen, full bath, CA and 2 car garage (heated & cooled). Excellent condition.

MLS#09342430

MLS#08752461

Commercial building in Milledgeville with storefront and 2 apartments above (currently rented). New roof and ready to go. Call Ed Hook at 815-499-4848 for details.

Stately brick home in Polo offers hardwood floors and natural woodwork.

Gas fireplace in the formal living room, formal dining room with French doors to the multi-level deck. Main floor laundry, finished basement, and 2 car garage. Close to schools.

Large family home on 2 acres. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, large eat-in kitchen, sunroom off the dining room. Family room with built-ins and lots of windows. Mudroom off the attached 2 car garage. Finished basement.

Wrap-around deck, garden sheds, tree-lined creek. Sterling Schools.

MLS#08814763

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MLS#09303495

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Nice Family Home with 3 bedrooms and 1-1/2 baths, formal foyer, open living room and dining room. Nice kitchen with wood cabinets and all the appliances. Main floor laundry, central air, 1 car garage, shed and covered patio. Alley access.

Great starter or investment home.

Located on 2 lots in Sterling. 2 bedroom features newer windows, updated electric and 1.5 car garage with additional 18x22 storage shed.

MLS#08856052

Newer ranch offers oversized great room featuring living, dining and kitchen with extensive breakfast bar. Top of the line (self closing) cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Bamboo and ceramic flooring. Gas fireplace and 2 French doors to the wrap around deck. Master suite has it’s own bath with walk-in closet. Main floor laundry room and 200 amp service.

Garage will accommodate 8 cars. Located on 2.6 Acres.

MLS#09306569

Buildable lot on a dead end street in

Stately spacious home has 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 half baths, three fireplaces. Main floor 1.46 Acre Lot Size with brick 2 car garage. family room with wet bar and beamed ceilings. Beautiful woodwork throughout and lots of built-ins.

Formal living room and dining room with crown molding. Master bedroom suite has large walk-in closet in ceramic bathroom. Bath has double shower and large vanity. Lovely sunroom overlooks the perennial gardens and patio areas. Finished basement with second kitchen, full bath, rec room Private Setting. with wet bar. 2 car heated attached garage. Additional 3 car, heated garage with skylights and additional bathroom. Natural gas generator for house and garages. One owner home.

$41,900

$174,900

MLS#09239719

$64,900

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$15,000

MLS#09165113

$364,900

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www.CrawfordRealtyOnline.com 815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon $123,500

MLS#09342540

$99,900

MLS#09339935

MLS#09338076

NEW LISTING

BY CYNTHIA ADCOCK

NEW LISTING

BY VICKIE GUTIERREZ

$209,000

NEW LISTING

BY TIM CRAWFORD SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

1199 NAYLOR RD., DIXON

Spacious property with pasture, small outbuilding, garage and 4 bedroom home.

Large living room, family room, large eat in kitchen, 3 sets of patio doors let in lots of light. Easy to show. Call today.

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$67,500

MLS#09337981

406 W. COLDEN ST., POLO

1124 LONG ST., DIXON

$125,000

MLS#09343463

$34,900

NEW LISTING

BY VICKY TURNER SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

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Cute as can be! Completely redone home on large double lot on the edge of town.

Home offers updated kitchen and bath, hardwood flooring and much more!

— Improved practices in the construction industry reflect the greening of building codes across America. This proactivity is highlighted by advancements in window daylighting, insulation, air infiltration, and new wall-building materials.

Here’s everything you need to know about choosing methods and materials, such as insulated concrete forms, that are even more energy efficient than the minimums required by building codes.

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NEW LISTING

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Ranch home in Fox Run, 3 bedrooms and two baths. Newly remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, new roof in 2016, and 3 car attached heated garage. Close to shopping and I88!

$145,500

MLS#09336969

NEW LISTING

BY CYNTHIA ADCOCK

1644 FOX RUN, DIXON

Beautifully decorated two story home on double lot. 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths.

Large entry, nice sized living room open to dining room. Updated kitchen and a 4 season room off kitchen.

7830 W RENEE RUE, DIXON

802 S. PEORIA AVE., DIXON

Just out of town off of Lowell Park Rd in a beautiful wooded area. Partially finished walk out has sliding doors to patio area, living room, half bath & third bedroom, laundry and storage. Master bedroom has a dressing room. Whole house generator.

Two story home on corner lot. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, covered front porch, back porch, new kitchen, hardwood floors and an open staircase.

Kitchen, dining room combo with island.

$69,900

MLS#09317244

MLS#09319243

$74,500

NEW LISTING

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1. You’ll save money. “A huge step forward is to replace the traditional wood framing of your house with what we call ICFs — insulated concrete forms,” says Keven Rector at Nudura, a leading name in this technology. Building the envelope of your house with concrete instead of wood delivers an energy efficiency rating as high as R-50 (compared to an average R-20 in wood structures), saving you up to 70 percent on utility bills.

1132 S. ELDENA RD AMBOY

Cute brick ranch farmette on 2.6 acres has 3 car detached garage plus two outbuildings. Formal dining room, nice sized kitchen, 2 bedrooms have hardwood floors and a full basement.

$47,500

MLS#09309462

2. You’ll be protected from natural disasters. Homes built with ICFs are disasterresilient, offering you the safety of fire resistance and hurricane wind-resistance of up to 250 miles per hour.

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602 S. 4TH ST., OREGON

338 W. CHAMBERLIN ST., DIXON

Beautiful woodwork including 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors. Screened-in porch in the front and an open porch in the back of the home off the kitchen. 2 car detached garage and newer windows!

Nice 4 bedroom home with hardwood floors, open front porch, partially finished basement and 2 car garage. Also fenced yard and enclosed back porch. Near city park.

MLS#09277154

$380,000

MLS#09231840

$249,900

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619 N. DIXON AVE., DIXON

3. You’ll be more comfortable. Say goodbye to mold, cold spots and drafts.

Green homes with this concrete system are far less prone to these problems.

Two bedroom ranch home in NE Dixon.

This would make a nice starter or rental home.

4. You’ll get in your new home sooner. “ICF construction assures the adherence to American building codes, takes up less shipping space, requires less manpower at the site, and the assembly is faster than wood framing,” explains Rector. “Timestrapped builders and eager homeowners benefit equally from this efficiency.”

$164,900

MLS#09230656

MLS#09225519

308 E. EVERETT ST., DIXON

$69,900

MLS#09198776

MLS#09223143

$89,500

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Brick Tudor-4 bed 2 baths-spacious living room, formal dining room plus sunny breakfast room-charm and style of an era gone by. NE Dixon. Text 13073 to 46835

6. You’ll hear less unwanted outside noise. A home that uses ICF construction dampens sound vibrations, sheltering you from noisy neighbors, traffic and trains.

Spacious ranch has open floor plan, fireplace, cabinets galore, master bath with walk-in closet. Partially finished lower level has screened porch to deck. 2.11 acres.

$115,000

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5. You’ll achieve higher property value. Remember that high-quality materials will stand up to the test of time. For example, reinforced concrete as the main structural element is more durable and requires less maintenance and repair over its lifetime compared to wood structures that require regular maintenance over their limited life span.

1923 OLE HICKORY RD., AMBOY

1942 HIDDEN SHORES DR., DIXON

Greatroomboastsan18ft.floortoceilingstonefireplace.

Kitchen features skylight,breakfast bar,an abundance of cabinet space w/pantry cabinet & a bright and sunny breakfast nook. 3 bedrooms 2 1/2 baths and walk-out.

Too much to mention must see call for a showing!

314 MARCLARE ST., DIXON

1122 INSTITUTE BLVD., DIXON

Very nice brick ranch with updated kitchen, stainless steel appliances, attached garage, main floor laundry and master bath. Nice location in walking distance of shopping, church, school and park. See it today.

3 bedroom brick home features large 3rd bedroom on second floor, screened in porch, deck, 2 car detached garage and a nicely landscaped yard.

MLS#09316488

$119,900

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$82,900

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7. You’ll help the environment. With the concrete option, countless trees remain untouched. And with reduced energy consumption and less tapping of natural resources every day, just imagine the contribution your house will make towards achieving a sustainable environment over the years.

903 E. CHAMBERLIN ST., DIXON

Cute as can be! Completely redone home on large double lot on the edge of town.

Home offers updated kitchen and bath, hardwood flooring and much more!

323 N. DIXON AVE., DIXON

5501 W. EDGEWOOD RD., DIXON

Built in 1861 this 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath stone home on corner lot. Large living room, family room, kitchen, dining room, bedroom and a laundry room with 1/2 bath.

2 bedroom ranch home in Grand Detour on almost an acre of land. Eat-in kitchen has an island, tile backsplash, tile floor in the prep area and sliding doors to the 3-season porch. 2 car garage that is finished and heated.

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3-4 Bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car detached garage.

Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, newer windows, furnace & garage door. Freshly landscaped lawn

2 Parcels with 3 buildings. 6-unit apartment building, a 3-unit apartment building, and a commercial building with warehouse. 2 Parking lots. Being sold “as is”.

With a 2 car garage, high efficiency furnace and central air, 100 amp electric service.

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This shop is ready for you with a 80x46 greenhouse, 47x40 shop area, an updated showroom, 2 offices, 24x14 work area, 12x11 delivery area with overhead door, and a 11x6 walk-in cooler. Property sold as is.

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