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While making design decisions, don’t worry about being “on-trend.” Stay focused on what styles speak to you personally, as well as the functionality your room needs to support, and you’ll create a space that feels uniquely yours.

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interfaces, while talking computers on “Star Trek” have contributed to the creation of voice-controlled speakers. Sometimes designers are inspired by consumers themselves. For example, at Moen, a leading manufacturer of kitchen and bath fixtures, innovation is driven by what homeowners say they want and how they interact with products. When determining the sensor placement for new MotionSense Wave touchless faucets, their design team was inspired by the way hands move around the kitchen sink. The fixtures feature a single-sensor handsfree activation on the base’s left side, allowing users to turn the faucet on and off with the wave of a hand. “We also draw creativity from furniture, tools, architecture, music and museums,” says • continued on page 4

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Think like a designer to update your home like a pro

Inspiration is everywhere. From a field of yellow sunflowers to unique geometric patterns in the tile of a train station, the littlest things can spark the innovation behind some of the world’s most iconic products and designs. More than half of Americans (51 percent) say the inspiration for creating a product is important to them when purchasing an item for their home, according to a recent survey from Moen conducted online by Harris Poll among over 2,000 U.S. adults. When updating your own home’s décor, you can garner inspiration by discovering the creative influences of professional designers.

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to improve the visual appeal of your home Colder outdoor temperatures may have forced you indoors, but they don’t have to mark an end to your DIY pursuits. There is still plenty of work to be done and you can reinvent the rooms inside your home.

Make a hardware replacement

Want to remodel your kitchen or bathroom but lack the money and the skill to tackle this one right now? Not a problem. Simple hardware replacements to your cabinets, drawers and towel racks are easy projects that are cost effective and still catch visitors’ eyes. Remember, knobs are preferable for drawers, while handles are the choice for cabinets. Try to select hardware that supports the overall feel of your space.

Choose an image that defines you Forgo paint and let your walls

really take the spotlight. A custom wall covering from Murals Your Way adds personality and creates an instant focal point in any space. Choose from thousands of image options or if none feel quite right, use their Create Your Own feature. It allows you to upload any image you want (think a vista from your last vacation, or even a photo of your family) for an extra personal touch. With a turnaround time of less than two weeks and easy removable wallpaper options that any DIY-er can apply, it’s the perfect way to give your home a completely new look.

Shed a new, enhanced light

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Like your kitchen or bathroom fixtures, updating the lighting in a room is an easy, inexpensive way to make a big improvement in your space. The right light can make any space feel warmer

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Your time during the warmer months was well spent dramatically improving the visual appeal of your home’s exterior. Now it’s time to turn the tables and give your inside space the same treatment.

and look larger, so explore your creative side and find the lighting solution that appeals to you. Lastly, don’t discount the importance of the bulb. Replacing your existing conventional bulbs with an energysaving alternative can dramatically reduce your electricity bill.

Decorate from head to toe

If you want your home to feel larger and provide your guests more visual appeal, employ decoration tactics that speak to the entire space. Shelving, wall murals or photo collages are all popular ways to add real contrast to an empty space, and your guests will enjoy every aspect of the project you have (BPT) created.

• Think like a designer from page 3 Steven Ward, Moen’s director of global design.

Seek your source of ideas

Next time you’re updating your bath or restyling your kitchen, act like a professional by venturing outside the box to get your creative juices flowing, whether it’s turning to a favorite song or a piece of artwork. For example, 16 percent of Americans who have done a home design project look to the outdoors for inspiration when planning home design projects, while 15 percent look to architecture. Maybe you’re struck by the colors of the sunset in your family’s summer beach vacation photos or the amazing brick pattern you saw wandering through a historic neighborhood. Consider what colors and patterns grab you and evoke the feeling you want to have within

your space. And once you find them, snap a photo and reference it as you’re designing.

Curate inspiration

Been a while since you took a vacation? Don’t live in an architecturally awe-inspiring locale? Social media is a great proxy. In fact, of Americans who have done a home design project, 33 percent look to social media for inspiration. Just like the pros, create a design plan for your space, but make it easy by using a site like Pinterest. Create boards for color combinations, materials and textures that attract your eye, so you can define your ideal look. Many Pins are shoppable, making it simple to purchase your perfect home décor products with just a click. (STATEPOINT)

Master bathroom upgrades you’ll cherish for years 5 budget friendly ideas to make it a dream space

What does your bathroom mean to you? Is it an oasis, a place to unwind, relax and let the cares of the day simply melt away? Or is it just another room in your house? If your answer is the latter, then your bathroom isn’t doing everything it could. The good news is, getting your space there doesn’t have to break your bank or signal a months-long remodeling process. The truth is there are plenty of unique, invigorating ways for you to reinvent your bathroom space – some of which you can tackle yourself, and all of which can be budget friendly. So if you’re ready to turn your master bathroom from a simple location to a desired destination, do so with any or all of these five projects.

Many people see their bathroom as a functional space in their home when it has the potential to be so much more. Apply any or all of these tips and you’ll turn your bathroom from a functional space to the oasis you’ve always wanted.

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When it comes to affordable projects that redefine the look of a room, it’s hard to beat a fresh coat of paint. Changing the color of your bathroom changes the entire appearance, and if you’re ready to strap on some clothes you don’t mind destroying, there’s no reason you can’t tackle this project yourself. Pick a color that matches your tastes and your space and your bathroom will take on a whole new feel.

Get soaking

A brand-new tub completely redefines your bathroom, and if you want to bring the rest of your bathroom up-to-date as well, replacing your existing fixtures with new models is an easy way to do it. From towel racks to faucets and shower hardware, new fixtures are an effective way to show your sense of style and bring cohesion to your space while capitalizing on the latest technology.

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Hot trends for green living As homeowners consider ways to “live green”, many may be surprised to learn the powerful effect home heating has on achieving optimal energy and cost efficiency. Fortunately, home builders know HVAC is a key to living green – a full 87 percent of builders and remodelers consider energy-efficient systems vital to green building, according to a recent National Association of Home Builders report. So how do you choose a home heating solution that’s both Earth and financially friendly? Here are a few hints that can help. Selecting the optimal climate control system is critical with home heating using more energy and costing more money than any other system in your home – typically making up nearly half your utility bill. There are several types of heating systems that range from blowing hot air through ductwork to piping hot water through your floor. Forced-air systems, the most common, heat quickly and evenly, but many are not energy efficient and some users complain that moving air is noisy and blows allergens around the house. In

addition, they require ductwork, which many older homes don’t have. A lesser-known option, at least among Americans, is called ductless mini-split systems, distributed by such companies as Fujitsu General America. While the majority of HVAC systems in Asia and Europe are already ductless, they are rapidly gaining traction in North America, with mini-split systems projected to enjoy an annual growth rate of 14 percent each year through 2020. Live Green, Save Green: Up to 25 Percent on Energy Bills Mini-split systems provide maximum energy efficiency, saving homeowners up to 25 percent of utility bills by simply eliminating wasteful ducts. Duct losses can easily account for more than 30 percent of energy consumption, especially if the ducts are not sealed tight or are located in an unconditioned space such as an attic or crawl space. This is particularly good news for older • continued on page 15

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Your new bathroom deserves to look good from top to bottom. Pick a flooring style that speaks to you, spoil yourself with heated floors

There is perhaps no room where lighting is more important than the bathroom. If your current bathroom feels more like a cave than spa, it’s time for a major lighting overhaul. Modern fixtures allow you to use fewer bulbs more

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efficiently, and installing a dimmer switch gives you the bright light when you need it without blinding yourself in the morning. Lastly, this is a great time to replace all of your old bulbs with energy-efficient options. They’ll last as much as 25 times longer, and replacing your most often-used bulbs can save you as much as $75 per year on your energy bill.

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Remember all that talk about the oasis? It really starts with the tub. The Sterling Lawson Oval Bath offers beautiful style at an affordable price with soaking and whirlpool models. The bath can be situated to fit nearly any bathroom layout, and with a headrest and lumbar support included, as well as six jets featuring variable control, the Lawson oval bath is your perfect getaway that doesn’t require you to actually get away.

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Just like you wouldn’t hit the field without training and preparation, don’t head into the home buying process without the right knowledge. Leverage free resources that can help you be prepared.

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Maximize your financial fitness There are five steps consumers should take to

improve their “financial fitness” before applying for a mortgage. These include demonstrating stable employment, managing debt, paying down credit accounts, accumulating assets like savings or retirement accounts to boost credit histories, and reviewing (and correcting, if necessary) your credit reports.

Know your numbers Borrowers can take advantage of free online

Know what type of mortgage is best for you One of the biggest decisions borrowers

make is whether to get a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage. When interest rates are low, a fixed-rate mortgage may be the better option. But if interest rates are higher, an adjustable rate mortgage could make sense because its lower initial rate means lower monthly payments for a specific time period (usually five, seven or 10 years) before the rate could change. For more valuable tips, visit ally.com/docs/ bank/ally-home-playbook to download the complete “Mortgage Playbook.” This free resource was created by Ally Home, whose mortgage products are offered by Ally Bank, Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender. (STATEPOINT)

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tools, such as the Affordability Calculator available at Ally.com, to determine how much house they can afford. Using two pieces of

data – monthly income and monthly debt – a borrower can quickly calculate their debt-toincome ratio. In most instances, this ratio should not exceed 43 percent, meaning your monthly mortgage payment and other debt obligations (car loan, school loan, credit card payments) should not comprise more than 43 percent of your gross monthly income.

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Ample bedrooms and bathrooms? Check. A roomy kitchen? Check. A nice-sized backyard, storage space in the attic and just the right amount of curb appeal? Check, check and check. Once you’ve found your perfect home, the next step is finding the right mortgage – which can sometimes feel like you’re competing in a contact sport, being blindsided by confusing requests or financial surprises as you go through the application process. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 63.7 percent of Americans own their home. But getting there wasn’t necessarily easy. A 2017 NerdWallet survey reports that 42 percent of homeowners felt the home-buying process was stressful, a third said it was complicated, and 21 percent found it intimidating. To help make you a mortgage all-star, Ally

Home has created “The Mortgage Playbook,” a free, easy-to-read resource. Authored by members of the Ally Home Team, a dedicated group of loan experts, the “Playbook” features four sections that cover the entire field – from a getting-started game plan to approval and closing on a mortgage. It also breaks down confusing financial terms, helping applicants avoid pain during the home buying process. To help you prepare for your mortgage game day, here are three top tips from the experts at Ally:

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Don’t be afraid of color

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If your home interiors lack charm, don’t worry. These five simple additions and updates can add ambiance and character to your home.

Use bold colors. Colors have the power 1. to create specific moods. To ensure a welcoming atmosphere, make sure you select

shades wisely. The science behind color psychology can help you choose paint, upholstery and more. Warm colors like red, orange and yellow make people feel more cozy and intimate. Cooler colors like grey and green are better for invoking calm, and are used to make a room feel more spacious.

Add a touch of softness. Use plush, cozy 2. materials, such as decorative pillows and throws to create inviting places to sit. Soften hard surfaces like wooden or tile floors with area rugs. Add some warmth to hallways and narrow foyers with runners.

Breathe new life into spaces. Indoor plants can give life to an otherwise stagnant living area. For those not blessed with a green thumb, consider artificial plants. High-quality options can look very realistic and will save you time on care and maintenance. Or, for variety, add a simple vase to the kitchen table and brighten up the room with a new bouquet of fresh cut flowers each week.

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Adding color to a room is one of the best, most inexpensive ways to change the feel of a room.

Make music. A piano brings a level of 4. elegance to any room, but you don’t have to overspend to get a beautiful sound or visual.

New digital pianos reproduce the subtle nuances of the world’s finest grand pianos at various price points. For example, the Celviano Grand Hybrid Piano from Casio has the technology to produce an authentic grand piano experience, but doesn’t take up as much space or cost as much. Plus, since it’s digital, you won’t have to worry about

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Mood lighting. From candles to unique 5. fixtures to bright open windows, the type of lighting used to illuminate a room sets its tone.

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How to find an affordable home in today’s market Affordable housing is in high demand in cities and counties nationwide. Experts say that areas grappling with affordable housing issues may find factory-built homes to be a powerful tool in addressing this need. Built in a factory and delivered to home sites, this efficient process translates into lower production costs that are passed on to the consumer. The good news is while manufactured homes cost less than site-built homes they are just as high quality. The average new manufactured home costs around $70,600. The cost for a smaller new single-section home can be as low as $20,000. In 2016, manufactured homes accounted for 80 percent of all new homes sold under $150,000. Unfortunately, when many people think of manufactured housing, the old stereotype of a run-down trailer park enters their minds. However, most of the more than 37,000 manufactured housing communities in the U.S. are a far cry from that negative image, boasting amenities like community centers, organized activities and children’s play areas. Other benefits may include: • The option to rent an existing home in the community or place your own home in the community. • continued on page 15

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Manufactured homes accounted for 80 percent of all new homes sold for less than $150,000 in 2016 and can be an affordable option for first-time homebuyers.

• Prepare for extreme weather from page 10 meds such as pain relievers and cold remedies. Finally, keep a supply of batteries, flashlights and battery-powered lanterns readily available to ensure you have safe illumination when the power goes out.

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day or two a week from home. With this shift, many potential homeowners want to be sure there is a suitable workspace for an office. With evolving needs and different tastes, many millennials worry that they will spend a lot of time searching for that one, perfect dream home. At Clayton Homes, we provide a range of green, energy-efficient home models that can be customized with a range of affordable options. (BPT)

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better. This floor plan also aids homeowners with their entertaining needs and provides more natural light, which is very big for this young Open floor plan. In a world where everyone generation. A room for a home office. The millennial seems to be plugged into their phones workforce is a mobile workforce, and just and staring at their individual screens, the open as this generation is transforming the home floor plan has emerged as a way for families market, it is also transforming the workplace. and guests to come together and share the Millions of Americans work from home, and same space. Basically, the fewer walls between many more are often given the option to work a the kitchen, dining room and living room, the These homebuyers prefer smarter ways to utilize space for their family’s needs, while keeping a cozy and intimate atmosphere.

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cautious. Check weather and traffic reports before leaving the house to determine if roads are closed. If you do venture out, stay alert for downed power lines. If you spot power lines that are down or damaged, call the power company immediately. Finally, check on your neighbors, especially the elderly, to ensure everyone is fine. Preparation is the best way to protect your home and family during the winter storm season. Take action now, which includes a storm prep box and a backup power source, to keep your family safe and comfortable, no matter what the weather may bring.

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growing longer, many Americans are turning to generators to help ensure their homes and families stay safe and comfortable during winter storms. In fact, a report from the Society for Risk Analysis notes “a string of natural disasters and prolonged blackouts have motivated consumers to invest in personal generators at unprecedented rates.” Homeowners have two options when it comes to back-up power; portable generators and automatic standby generators. Portable

generators can be moved from place to place and are designed to power a few key items or systems, like a refrigerator or lights, using properly rated extension cords. These manually operated generators are usually gasoline-fueled and must be operated outside of the home. Automatic standby generators like those from Kohler are permanently installed outside the home similar to a central air conditioning unit. They attach to a home’s existing natural gas or propane lines and turn on automatically within seconds when the power goes out; homeowners do not need to be present to operate. Standby generators can power an entire house, from essentials like the refrigerator, sump pump, lights and water heater to non-essentials such as TVs, computers and more. To learn more about automatic standby generators, visit www. KohlerGenerators.com.

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SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES Paddock Lake • 24010 64th Pl............................$ 60,000 • 6313 248th Ave.......................$ 167,000 • 24504 68th St.........................$ 164,000 • 6046 240th Ave.......................$ 170,000 Silver Lake • 812 N Riverside Dr...................$ 52,500 • 409 S 2nd St...........................$ 102,000 • 324 W Depot St.......................$ 155,000 • 481 E Dells Rd........................$ 220,000 Salem • 9605 269th Ave.......................$ 118,500 • 26731 106th St.......................$ 165,000 • Lt 22/23 124th Pl.....................$ 189,900 • 22119 86th Pl..........................$ 297,500 • 11702 242nd Ct......................$ 325,000 Twin Lakes • 981 Legion Dr.........................$ 113,000 • 602 Valerie Ln.........................$ 130,000 • 1173 Point O’Woods Dr..........$ 206,500 • 1912 Swallow Rd....................$ 214,600 • 246 Jerome Dr........................$ 242,000 • 245 Jerome Dr........................$ 257,500 Paris • 20203 15th St.........................$ 155,500 Brighton • 22911 45th St.........................$ 410,000 Randall • 8920 359th Ave.......................$ 140,000 • 37837 87th St.........................$ 166,000 • 39930 96th St.........................$ 250,000 Somers • 6412 62nd Ave........................$ 135,000 • 4040 18th St............................$ 387,500 • 1406 88th Ave.........................$ 335,000 • 169 S Lakeshore Dr................$ 456,500 Wheatland • 40230 Bloomfield Rd..............$ 140,000 • 34416 63rd St.........................$ 240,000 • 7822 328th Ave.......................$ 265,000 • 7502 352nd Ave......................$ 350,000 Bristol • 8114 199th Ave.......................$ 159,900 • 19546 101st St........................$ 194,000 • 8555 Chaucer Cir E................$ 369,900 • 7831 Fredrickburg Ct Lt32......$ 405,000 • 8682 Chaucer Cir....................$ 454,000 Pleasant Prairie • 6521 126th Pl..........................$ 169,000

Here is a listing of recent single-family home, condominium and vacant land sales in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties. The information is provided through the Multiple Listing Service.

• 2209 116th St.........................$ 183,000 • 9038 22nd Ave........................$ 217,000 • 906 93rd St.............................$ 249,900 • 10224 32nd Ave......................$ 250,000 • 10211 48th Ave.......................$ 559,000

CONDOS Somers • 2705 11th Pl 909.....................$ 105,000 Pleasant Prairie • 10010 66th Ave 5-E................$ 113,765 • 6620 Meadowlands Cir 8D.....$ 160,000 Paddock Lake • 6940 238th Ave 1....................$ 182,000 Salem • 9000 226th Ct 14A..................$ 222,000

VACANT LAND Twin Lakes • Lt1 Legion Dr CSM# 2610........$ 28,000 Somers • Lot 4 12th Ave...........................$ 25,000 • Lt 20 7th Pl................................$ 63,250 • Lt 10 20th Ave...........................$ 74,800 • Lt 3 8th St................................$ 101,050 Salem • Lt 3 CSM 2557 268th Ave.........$ 53,000 Pleasant Prairie • Lt149 53rd Ct............................$ 98,900 • Lt 95 97th St............................$ 110,000 Bristol • 00 87th Street & Hwy 45.........$ 550,000

RACINE COUNTY SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES Waterford • 30335 Beachview Ln................$ 48,000 • 304 W North St.......................$ 120,000 • 5025 Wood Lilly Ln.................$ 332,900 • 605 Mohr Cir...........................$ 353,000 • 5135 Bayfield Dr.....................$ 379,900 • 856 River Ridge Cir................$ 550,000 Burlington • 35519 Voree Ct.........................$ 94,500 • 817 Crestwood Dr...................$ 131,500 • 30144 Moccasin Dr.................$ 133,050 • 8641 Hilltop Dr........................$ 167,500 • 29916 Pinewood Dr................$ 170,000 • 662 Meadow Ln......................$ 180,000 • 908 Weiler Rd.........................$ 210,000 Rochester • 326 Woodlawn Ave.................$ 114,900

• 31509 Washington Ave...........$ 300,000 • 1154 N English Settlement Ave.$ 746,000 Raymond • 5225 County Rd K..................$ 139,900 Mount Pleasant • 3406 Meachem Rd.................$ 160,000 • 4406 Spring St........................$ 152,000 • 8036 Russell Ct......................$ 165,000 • 1407 Meadowlane Ave...........$ 157,900 • 4808 Flambeau Dr..................$ 180,000 • 4340 Danbury Ln....................$ 182,700 Union Grove • 903 Center St..........................$ 169,300 • 809 16th Ave...........................$ 170,000 • 640 9th Ave.............................$ 249,900 • 1701 Shumann Dr...................$ 255,000 Norway • 26808 Oakridge Dr.................$ 224,900 • 26103 W Loomis Rd...............$ 230,000 • 26841 Julia St.........................$ 252,500 • 4155 Norwood Dr....................$ 272,000 • 4226 N Raynor Ave.................$ 275,000 • 26469 Hummingbird Dr..........$ 350,000 • 7345 W Wind Lake Rd............$ 420,000 • 27633 Apple Rd......................$ 480,000 Dover • 4410 S Beaumont Ave............$ 245,000 Yorkville • 17231 Old Yorkville Rd............$ 282,500

CONDOS Mount Pleasant • 1533 Windsor Way 2.................$ 75,000 • 5700 Cambridge Circle Unit 1..$ 86,000 • 7120 Mariner Dr 201.................$ 89,900 • 1101 Sunnyslope 4...................$ 85,000 Waterford • 420 Racine St 106....................$ 80,000 • 543 Fairview Cir 53B..............$ 225,000 Burlington • 944 Crestwood Dr 3C.............$ 136,000 • 1073 S Pine St 203.................$ 143,900

VACANT LAND Racine • 54 Steeplechase Dr..................$ 13,500 Mount Pleasant • Lt 9 Merganser Dr.....................$ 35,500 • 0 Greenway Ln..........................$ 45,000 • 540 S Emmertsen.....................$ 53,100 • 8115 Northwestern Ave..........$ 450,000 Waterford • Lt 9 Still Pond Dr.......................$ 35,900

home and property sales Burlington • 1524 Barbara St Lt122..............$ 46,500 • 6895 Horseshoe Trl...................$ 83,000 Norway • Pcl3 Apple Rd...........................$ 69,000 • Lt 0 Loomis Rd........................$ 127,000 Raymond • Lt 0 51st St..............................$ 210,000

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VACANT LAND Bloomfield • Lt 10 W Violet Rd......................$ 25,000 • N1612 Powers Lake Rd..........$ 485,000 Elkhorn • Lt 9 Centralia St........................$ 51,000 Lake Geneva • 46A Conant St..........................$ 58,000 La Grange • Lt 1 Cool Hill Dr.........................$ 63,500 Linn • Lt2 Knollwood Dr......................$ 70,000 East Troy • Lt 17 Troy Hill Estates...............$ 81,900 Delavan • 4121 Chestnut Ave...................$ 50,000 Lafayette • Lt 3 Hodges Rd.........................$ 90,000 Geneva • Lt 8 Summit Dr........................$ 120,000 • Lt 2 Park Dr.............................$ 219,000 Lyons • 0 Heather Dr...........................$ 108,000 Fontana • Lt 28 Berwyn Dr Lt29..............$ 121,500 Richmond • Lt 2 Terrritorial Rd...................$ 442,500

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Lyons • 1428 Sunrise Trl........................$ 25,500 Delavan • 215 Franklin St E......................$ 57,000

• 519 Betzer Rd.........................$ 100,200 Geneva • 1018 Crane Ct 40-10..............$ 209,000 • 1641 Prestwick Dr 20-35........$ 467,500 • 652 Trevino Dr 54-29..............$ 465,000 La Grange • W5229 Surfwood Dr 14............$ 66,500 Lake Geneva • 1250 Wisconsin St....................$ 88,500 • 111 Center St 250...................$ 105,000 • 110 West St 8..........................$ 185,000 • 415 S Wells St 301.................$ 329,500 East Troy • 1856 Division St 5.....................$ 89,000 • 1958 Edwards St D.................$ 176,000 Elkhorn • 220 Remer Rd 404.................$ 109,000 Genoa City • 1400 Hunters Ridge Dr 61......$ 127,000 Whitewater • 327 E Clay St 30.....................$ 132,000 • 787 E Clay St 1.......................$ 162,900 Williams Bay • 204 Elmhurst Ct 15.................$ 177,000

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• W4065 Woodland Dr...............$ 116,000 • W4094 Longfellow Dr..............$ 159,000 • N3348 Narcissus Rd...............$ 239,500 Lyons • 6086 Lyons St.........................$ 119,000 • 1504 Church St.......................$ 129,000 • 1630 Mill St.............................$ 167,500 • 2543 South Rd........................$ 516,068 • 5601 State Road 36................$ 554,000 Elkhorn • 625 N Wisconsin St................$ 111,000 • 207 Westward Dr....................$ 169,900 • 1124 Bluestem Ct...................$ 208,400 • 174 N Wild Flower Ln..............$ 245,900 • 222 Park St.............................$ 328,000 Darien • 210 W Fremont St...................$ 140,000 • 169 Lucas Ln..........................$ 159,000 Williams Bay • 150 W Geneva St....................$ 175,000 • 462 Chasefield Jackson..........$ 307,375 • 437 Ashley Dr Jackson...........$ 333,635 Sugar Creek • N6604 Knoll Rd.......................$ 222,000 Fontana • 811 Geneva Ln.......................$ 237,500 • 410 Waubun Dr.......................$ 225,000 • 1237 S Lakeshore Dr..............$ 399,000 • 272 Church Dr........................$ 600,000 • 704 Arrowhead Dr...................$ 850,000 Linn • N1552 Hillside Rd...................$ 238,000 • N1754 Linn Rd........................$ 289,000 • N1549 Oak Shores Ln............$ 610,000 • W4120 Lakeview Rd...............$ 850,000 • N1506 N Creekside Ln...........$ 950,000 Walworth • 129 Phillips Ave.......................$ 265,000 • N1990 N Lakeshore Dr........$ 1,575,000 La Grange • W4917 Mallard Dr...................$ 285,000 • N7482 Bay Dr.........................$ 325,000 • W5621 Tamarack Trl................$ 369,000 • W5447 Acorn Way..................$ 535,000 Lafayette • W3569 Scotch Bush Rd..........$ 485,000 • W4664 Pebble Dr....................$ 399,900

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Richmond • N6542 Anderson Dr..................$ 38,000 Delavan • 4228 Spruce St.........................$ 48,000 • 2604 Tilden Ave......................$ 106,500 • 2640 County Road O..............$ 124,900 • 3782 County Road F..............$ 160,000 Sharon • 169 Baldwin St..........................$ 60,000 • 121 John St...............................$ 69,900 Spring Prairie • W120 County Road D...............$ 70,000 • 5715 N Johnson Rd................$ 162,500 • N7145 Colbo Rd.....................$ 620,000 Lake Geneva • 403 Walworth St........................$ 65,000 • 1025 Park Row St...................$ 180,000 • 348 Oak Terrace.....................$ 206,000 • 455 Manning Way...................$ 320,000 • 231 Penny Ln..........................$ 330,000 Bloomfield • N1179 Hemlock Rd...................$ 85,500 • N1241 Pine Rd.......................$ 102,000 • W1059 Golden Glow Rd.........$ 187,900 East Troy • W882 White Oak Dr..................$ 80,005 • 2944 Union St.........................$ 170,000 • W848 Shorewood Dr..............$ 205,000 • 3247 Central Ave....................$ 240,000 Whitewater • 306 N Newcomb St...................$ 92,000 • 442 E North St........................$ 119,000 • 412 S Janesville St.................$ 178,500 • N7830 Kettle Moraine Dr........$ 425,000 • N7834 Hillside Dr....................$ 645,000 Genoa City • 533 Sumner St........................$ 100,000 • 1006 Mallard Ln......................$ 169,000 • 261 Meadow Dr......................$ 207,800 Geneva • N3326 Laurel Rd.....................$ 100,000

Here is a listing of recent single-family home, condominium and vacant land sales in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties. The information is provided through the Multiple Listing Service.

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1BR UPPER Eat in kitchen, full bath,recently renovated from top to bottom. Private entrance, off-street parking. Cat negotiable. A/C. $595/mo incl. heat + sec. 262-716-3743. 2BR 1 BA 613 Meadow Lane. Laminate flooring throughout. Heat, water & gas incl., off street parking. No Pets, 1st floor. $765/mo. 262-439-9972. 480 SUNSET DRIVE/BURLINGTON One bedroom apartment. Appliances, carpeting, ceiling fan, drapes. $595 includes HEAT. Security deposit $400. One year lease, no pets. 321-210-9099

HWY A ON FOX RIVER 2 bdrm, first floor apt., farmhouse. Basement, ga.,land. Clean, quite & well insulated, updated. $600 + utl. & sec. same. Available now. 262-232-4859 NICE 1, 2, 3 BEDROOM yard, garage, extra storage, fireplace, appliances included, Tim 262-412-5556. NICE UPPER LG. 1 BEDROOM APT. available Jan. 1 in downtown Burlington, at 112 E. Chestnut Apt. B. Includes stove, refrigerator, microwave, ceiling fans & carpeting. Coin operated washer & dryer are available onsite. Rent $625 per month + utilities & security deposit. Sorry no pets allowed. 262-210-9611.

East Troy Apartments 2067 LILLY ST. Lower 2 bd. No Pets/ Smoking, 1 yr lease. $580 mo. 262-5493879 or 262-227-6424. 2086 TOWNLINE/TWO BEDROOM UPPER heat & hot water, no smoking & no pets,1 yr. lease. $675 +sec 262-5493879, 262-227-6424

Elkhorn Apartments ELKHORN, DOWNTOWN STUDIO includes all utilities & TV. $385 mo. 262723-4935. ELKHORN: BIG 2 BR., patio, garage $645/mo., 262-903-0566.

Lake Geneva Apartments LOOKING FOR PROFESSIONAL ROOMATE 1 bedroom, 1 bath, all util. incl. Parking & pool. $550 mo. 361-2225163.

Houses/Town/ Condos 2 BEDROOM UNIT ON WIND LAKE $925, washer/dryer, 414-828-4886 text only. LYONS HOUSE FOR RENT: 3 BD, 1 BA, hardwood floors, fridge & range, new utilities, nice basement, w/d hookups. 1 car attached garage & outbuilding. $1100 per mo. plus utilities. Avail 12/1. 262-949-9191.

WHITEWATER LAKEFRONT, Luxury condo, 3 BR., 2 BA., pier, beach, storage, w/d, tranquil setting, quality newer construction, $795/mo. (262) 949-6997.

Business Office Rentals OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE: Hwy. LO, Village of Mukwonago, 305 Eagle Lake Ave. Approx. 800 sq.ft., ground level, plenty of parking. 262-363-7732.

REAL ESTATE Mobile/Manufactured 2 BD MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE located across from Browns Lake beach. Must have good credit. Small pet welcome. 118 A Waters Edge Circle, Burlington, WI., 53105. Emerson 262-7636900. www.ryanroad1.com

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