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Ease of installation Ductless equipment is a cost-effective solution to provide efficient cooling and heating to many spaces without the need to install ductwork. Whether it’s an

older home without existing ductwork or a smaller home with space constraints, ductless products can provide a convenient solution for your needs.

Low maintenance It can be an undertaking to make your home feel comfortable, especially after months of renovation. Ductless is a smart investment because of the low labor and operational costs, and its technology enables the preservation of most existing architectural designs you may want to maintain in your home.

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As you adjust to temperature changes in your home with the cold weather approaching, find unique, innovative ways to renovate your home’s temperature and airflow control system by talking to an expert.

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specific heating and cooling – and may want to consider either a ductless system or a Variable Refrigerant Flow system to prepare for the temperature changes ahead.

There are multiple reasons why ductless or VRF can be wise investments when redesigning a home.

Ductless is a great option for homeowners. Benefits include:

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How a home’s interior is constructed plays a major role in its comfort, safety and cost. When weighing these factors, there are plenty of decisions that go into home renovation projects. Consumers want to make homes their own while being smart about the investments they make in renovations or upgrades.

As we enter the winter season, it’s important to consider various heating and cooling options if looking to do a home makeover. In fact, more than half of homeowners plan to begin or continue their renovation projects this winter.

Homeowners have many options for their different spaces – including room-

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Low-cost ways to REVAMP living Introduce a fireplace

Home improvement projects require substantial financial investment. But just because a homeowner wants to bring a fresh look indoors doesn’t mean he or she has to break the bank along the way.

Living rooms are some of the most frequently used spaces in a home, and they can use an update from time to time to stay on trend or to make the area more functional for a changing family dynamic. Here are some budget-friendly ideas for breathing new life into living room designs.

Fireplaces were once hot commodities, but that popularity waned in the 1970s and 1980s. Homeowners with chimneys may discover a fireplace was boarded over and the bare bones still exist that can be renovated to bring back character. There also are ventless freestanding units that are quite affordable that can mimic the look of a built-in fireplace.

Reupholster Reupholster instead of replace furniture. There’s no need to throw away quality furniture if the fabric is the only thing impeding design. New upholstery or even a slipcover can update designs.

Establish the budget Homeowners should figure out how many dollars they can designate to a living room makeover before purchasing supplies or hiring out the work.

Figure out the scope of the remodel, visit stores or suppliers to price out materials, get estimates from contractors, and then plan for some unforseen circumstances along the way to determine if this type of renovation is affordable. If not, scale things back until the project more closely aligns with your budget.

Change the paint color Lighter and brighter colors are on trend. A can or two of paint can do wonders for updating a space without a large financial commitment.

Pair that new paint color with new window coverings and complementary throw pillows to pull the theme together with minimal expense.

Conquer clutter

Living room spaces in need of an update often can benefit from improvements that go easy on the wallet.

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Update the flooring Tired, outdated carpeting or other flooring can use an overhaul. While solid hardwood flooring may be preferable, there are many types of laminate flooring that mimic the looks of popular wood colors

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Many regions of the U.S. experience drastic changes in weather that can impact the integrity of a home’s temperature and airflow.

Workable heating and cooling systems are essential to sustaining a comfortable living environment, and a ductless unit allows full control over the airflow in a specific room. Plus, many models offer remote connectivity and apps that allow you to monitor and change the settings on your ductless system – so you won’t have

and styles for a fraction of the cost. Plus, many are sold at home improvement retailers and even at warehouse clubs or online for reasonable prices.

Laminate flooring also may be a potential DIY job for a skilled homeowner, saving even more money.

Rather than adding something to the living room, remove clutter to give the room a more airy feel. This can instantly change the look of the room. Use cord covers to tame plugs for electronics and remove unnecessary furniture from the room.

Improve lighting Another easy and often inexpensive fix is to change lighting fixtures, including using brighter, more energy efficient LED bulbs, and to assess lighting needs to eliminate dark corners of rooms that can make the space seem drab.

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to worry when you’re away.

A VRF system may be best if looking for efficiencies, such as:

Cost efficient Heating and cooling systems combined account for 40% of median spend on a renovation project. A VRF system is competitive in price without the added maintenance fees.

Energy efficient A VRF system is a sustainable solution

fit for larger areas because the entire system can be run from a central location – perfect for a residential setting with a range of heating and cooling needs. During the winter, traditional HVAC systems represent up to 42% of monthly energy usage. Many VRF units reuse heat from different zones, cutting back on energy consumption.

Reach out to a Carrier dealer to explore Residential’s expansive suite of Ductless and VRF solutions for your home’s temperature and airflow control system.

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Open-concept homes are popular, but homeowners should weigh the pluses and minuses to see if this trend is truly right for them.

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Pros & cons to open-concept homes

Advantages Open floor plans facilitate the flow of natural light throughout a space and can

Disadvantages

Open layouts are not for everyone. The same sense of space that occurs when walls are taken down may make rooms feel cavernous and less cozy, particularly in homes with ample square footage. In addition, privacy can be hard to come by when all rooms feed into one another.

When the kitchen is not separate from the family room space, that makes it easy for noise to compromise the area’s comfort levels. There is no hiding from noise in an open floor plan, as sounds from voices, television shows and appliances tend to echo and blend together. And if the home is a single-story layout, those noises from the main living areas also may carry to adjacent bedrooms.

Smoke and smells are another thing to consider. When something on the stove spills over, a small range hood will not be practical for clearing smoke from a large space. Though the aroma of freshly cooked food is enticing, it can make it hard for cooks to keep guests out of the kitchen.

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promote air flow, helping to reduce warm or cool pockets of air in otherwise closed-off rooms.

Open homes make socializing easier, even when people are doing different things. While someone is cooking dinner in the kitchen, he or she can still interact with someone else playing video games in the family room or paying bills in the home office. Entertaining also is easier, as mingling with guests is much more convenient when walls are not getting in the way.

A smaller home can feel much larger if it employs an open concept. The square footage is not divided into smaller quarters, which sometimes are rooms (such as formal dining rooms) that are only used a few times per year. This eliminates underused spaces and opens up sight lines in the layout.

The value of real estate has risen dramatically since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and prospective buyers may prefer an open-concept plan because it can help them minimize building costs.

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Open-concept homes have become increasingly popular in recent years. An open-concept home is one in which the rooms flow into one another with limited obstruction from walls or other barriers.

According to the National Association of Home Builders, 84 percent of new singlefamily homes have fully or partially open layouts.

While they may seem like a new trend, open floor plans are anything but. Early American homes featured open, often oneor two-room units built around the central kitchen/hearth. This maximized warmth and functionality. Homes evolved as incomes grew, and soon homes had several smaller rooms with specialized functions.

What’s old has become new again.

However, before diving head first into a new home purchase or a big renovation to realize an open-concept dream, consider the pros and cons of this type of setup to determine if it’s really right for you.

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Save money on your next project How to cut costs on home renovations

Do you still have an avocado green kitchen? Is your living room dank and dark? Perhaps there is only one bathroom for a family of six? Answering yes to any of these questions could serve as the catalyst for a home renovation project.

Home improvement projects come in all shapes and sizes – some with huge budgets and others that are more cost-conscious.

Regardless of what homeowners hope to achieve with their renovations, a common goal across any price point is a desire to save as much money as possible. Home renovations can be expensive, but there are ways to cut costs.

Assess the merit Remodeling magazine annually publishes a “Cost vs. Value Report” that lists the average cost and return on investment homeowners can expect of various types of projects. If you’re planning Renovations can be expensive, but there are many different ways to cut costs.

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Individuals work hard to save enough money to purchase their homes. And the hard work doesn’t end there. Once homeowners settle into a new home, they may set their sights on renovations that suit their individual needs. And even when buyers find a home that needs no such work, maintenance requires homeowners’ utmost attention.

All that hard work is perhaps one reason why seniors may be a little reluctant to downsize as they advance through their golden years. In addition to the sweat equity homeowners put into their homes, all the memories they’ve made within their walls can make it harder to put a home on the market.

Downsizing is a difficult decision that’s unique to each homeowner. Seniors who aren’t quite certain if downsizing is right for them can consider three key factors to make a decision that’s in their best interests.

Cost

Perhaps no variable affects senior homeowners’ decisions to downsize their homes as much as cost. No one wants to outlive their money, and downsizing to a smaller home can help seniors reduce their monthly expenses by a significant margin.

Even homeowners who have long since paid off their mortgages can save substantial amounts of money by downsizing to a smaller home or even an apartment or condominium. Lower property taxes, reduced insurance premiums and the need to pay for fewer repairs are just some of the ways downsizing can save seniors money.

Space Many people love the extra space that single-family homes provide. But seniors can take a walk through their homes and see how many rooms they still use on a consistent basis. If much of the home is

unused, seniors can probably downsize without adversely affecting their daily lives.

Market

The real estate market is another factor to consider when deciding if the time is right to downsize. A seller’s market can help seniors get the biggest return on their real estate investment, potentially helping them make up for meager retirement savings.

For example, home prices skyrocketed across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, making that a great time for sellers to put their homes on the market.

Seniors selling to downsize may capitalize on such spikes since they won’t be looking to turn around and buy larger, equally expensive homes once they sell their current place.

If the market is down and seniors can withstand the work and cost a little longer, it may be best to wait until things bounce back in sellers’ favor.

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Downsizing requires careful consideration of a host of variables. No two situations are the same, so seniors should exercise due diligence to determine if downsizing is right for them.

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Embrace Embrace everything that is good in your

life and create a sense of comfort, warmth and security. Nayak recommends cozy textures and a palette of mellow coral, subtle orange, soft green and creamy shades of white and brown to achieve this look in spaces like bedrooms or family rooms.

A simple and stylish way to incorporate this into a room is to add a coat of paint to a textured basket for a pop of color. Then, fill it with plenty of plush blankets to complete the cozy look and feel.

Rise Give a fresh perspective to your existing space with the “Rise” trend. Inspired by the morning light peeking through the shades, incorporating this trend into your bedroom

or bathroom is bound to invigorate and motivate you. For example, add a coat of green paint to your closet door for a nice pop of color to an area where you start your day.

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Creative and easy to achieve, rising design trends for 2022 provide inspiration to refresh your home’s interior.

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After learning to live life more remotely in 2020 and 2021, it’s time to view 2022 as a fresh start.

To help you adopt a new, balanced way of living, FrogTape brand painter’s tape and celebrity interior designer, Taniya Nayak, are sharing five home interior design trends meant to inspire spaces that will welcome guests, while still incorporating the special intimacies that may have been rediscovered from slowing down.

Each trend can be utilized for a full home makeover or incorporated into little touches to freshen up a space.

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Five interior design trends to use in your home in 2022

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Explaining easements, setbacks and CCRs

Property setbacks as well as easements and conditions, covenants and restrictions must be considered before renovating an existing home or building a new one. Setbacks are mandated buffers between surveyed property lines and permanent structures.

Easements are legal designations that enable individuals or entities to use portions of a person’s property for physical access or to build on it for one reason or another.

Easements may be owned by utility companies for gas lines or government agencies when sidewalks are on a private property.

Additional examples of easements include greenbelt conservation easements, beach easements or view easements,

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to sell your home soon, it may be best to focus on repairs and renovations that will generate the most substantial ROI.

cabinetry, according to Angi (formerly Angie’s List), a cost comparison and business review resource.

Hire a contractor

Choose midgrade materials

Even avid do-it-yourselfers can sometimes benefit from a contractor’s expertise, particularly for complex tasks.

Don’t waste money by trying tough jobs yourself; rely on an experienced contractor who can get supplies for less money and will do the job right the first time. Compare bids from several different contractors and figure out the best value.

Certain materials may be all the rage but they come with a higher price tag. Angi reports that granite counters could be $60 to $100 per square foot. However, a composite or laminate that looks like granite and wears well may be $10 to 40 per square foot. Figure out where you can choose middle-of-the-road materials for maximum value.

Refurbish features

Avoid peak seasons

Rather than a complete gut and rebuild, figure out where you can revitalize existing fixtures and more. For example, refinishing existing cabinets can save you up to 50 percent compared with the cost of new

You’ll pay more to install a deck or a pool right before the outdoor entertaining season. There also may be a premium to get work done right before a major holiday.

Therefore, consult the calendar to find an

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according to The Spruce, a home and lifestyle resource. CCRs include rules established by many planned communities, subdivisions and planned unit developments. CCRs, easements and property setbacks can affect which type of renovations are allowed on particular plots and may affect the issuance of permits.

It’s essential to learn about property easements, CCRs and setbacks in advance and discuss them with contractors when drawing up preliminary plans. Your property deed or plat map as well as the local building inspection offices can highlight any regulations that may be in effect on your property and if they may affect future projects.

off time for a renovation and book it then to save.

Do some prep work You might be able to save by doing some of the demolition and preparatory work yourself. For example, you can tear up old carpeting before the installation of new tile floors. Perhaps you can mend and patch up walls before a paint job.

Buy a display item Former showroom kitchens and baths often are sourced at a fraction of their recommended retail prices, according to Real Homes, a home remodel guide based in the United Kingdom. Retailers often update their displays and you may score existing showroom items at a discount.

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Gathering with friends and family has been long awaited, so set the mood and ambience just the way you imagined it.

Inspired by the depth of conversations with loved ones, the “Gather” trend embraces rich, dark tones like navy, teal or forest green.

Incorporate this trend by painting the focal point of a room, like kitchen cabinets or the living room fireplace.

Or, add bold, dark details with furniture and artwork. You can keep it subtle by creating custom centerpieces dipped in

Revive

Shine

Revive your home with soothing and vibrant shades of pink, orange and blue to create a balance of motivated yet satisfied. Consider adding a vibrant paint color to old, worn-down details like a front door, nightstand or kitchen table.

It might feel out of context, or out of character, but give it a try.

“This trend can be described as carefree, festive and fun,” said Nayak.

“Whatever it is that makes you happy…

The “Shine” trend is all about letting your true self shine. Implement this trend in any room throughout your home by embracing every color of the rainbow and visually displaying what’s in your heart.

Using FrogTape, tape off a custom pattern that is uniquely yours and paint it whatever color you choose.

Visit FrogTape.com/Trends for more trend information and ideas.

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Wisconsin home sales through the first 11 months of the year remained slightly ahead of the pace set in 2020, but rising interest rates and tighter inventories continued to clamp down on gains in the final month of the year.

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Region leads state in home sales Locally, the number of homes sold in Racine and Kenosha County were up 7.6% and 8.6%, respectively, in November, compared to November 2020. Walworth County, however, saw its November sales drop nearly 22% this year from 192 in November 2020 to 150 this year.

Here are some other market observations for the entire state noted by the WRA in its most recent monthly report: • Wisconsin’s November existing home sales kept pace with the strong sales of a year earlier, falling just 0.8% over the 12-month period. The median price rose 7.6% to $240,000 over that same period.

• Through the first 11 months of 2021, home sales are slightly ahead, up 0.3% of the January-November period last year, and median prices were up 9.5% to $241,000 over that same time.

• All measures of inventory fell over the past 12 months, including total listings, which were down 7%; new listings, down 1.9%; and months of available supply, down 10%.

• The 30-year fixed mortgage rate stood at 3.7% for the second straight month, but it is 30 basis points higher than November 2020. With median prices up 7.6% in November compared to last year, and the median family income projected to have increased just under 1% over that same period, affordability slipped. The Wisconsin Housing Affordability Index fell 9.1% in November 2021 compared to

12 months earlier. Nonetheless, a qualified buyer with median family income, a 20% down payment, and the remaining balance financed with a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage can still afford to buy 192% of the median-priced home in November.

“Mortgage rates fell to record-low levels in December of last year, and while they increased slightly in 2021, they remained very low by historical standards, which has helped keep Wisconsin housing affordable,” WRA President and CEO Michael Theo said. “We do expect these rates to rise next year, so this is a good time to work with a Realtor who is experienced to take advantage of this very favorable mortgage environment.”

Inflation and its possible impact on mortgage rates and, consequently, the housing market, remains the big question in 2022, according to the WRA. “The biggest economic story of 2021 has been the resurgence of inflationary pressures, and in November, the inflation rate hit 6.8%, a level unseen in nearly 40 years,” said Dave Clark, a Marquette University Economist and WRA consultant. “There are myriad potential economic consequences resulting from unchecked inflation, including slower economic growth and higher mortgage rates. While we don’t believe mortgage rates will rise to the double-digit levels seen in the early 1980s, we do expect mortgage rates to increase in 2022, until the Fed gets in ation under control.”

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The Southeast Wisconsin area for the first 11 months of 2021 led the state in single-family home sales when compared to the previous year, according to a recent market analysis by the Wisconsin Realtors Association.

Sales performance for the past 11 months varied regionally on a year-todate basis. The strongest sales were seen in the Southeast region, which is running 3.7% higher than last year, according to the WRA. Also up was the Central region, up 1.1%, as well as the South Central region, up 0.7%. In contrast, the Northeast region fell 1.4% for the first 11 months of the year compared to that same period in 2020. The West region dropped 4.1%, and the North region declined 5.8%.

On a year-to-date basis, all regions have seen their median prices rise, with the Southeast region up by the smallest margin, up 6.8%, compared to the January-through-November period last year, followed by the Central region, up 9.1%. Median prices rose between 11.5% and 13.5% in the remaining regions of the state.

“Very tight inventory continues to be a drag on sales, so it’s quite remarkable that we are essentially even with last year’s record pace,” said Mary Duff, chairman of the WRA board. “The flip side is that the mismatch between weak supply and strong demand, especially among millennials, has kept the pressure on prices, with median prices up 9.5% year to date.”

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But numbers decline as year comes to end

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Attention: Local Area Home Owners To Get Opportunity of the Year…

HOMES & DESIGN

JANUARY 2022

Frustrated Contractor is “Giving Away” $3,151 Furnaces for $1,275 with Off-Season Central Air…

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(This is the ”Hottest AND Coolest Deal of the Year” … especially if your furnace is over 10 years old) Yes, it’s absolutely true. You can actually replace your old (and probably very inefficient) furnace and air conditioner as a package for at least $1,876 less than you would have to pay at any other time.

Let me explain. Every year, the months of January, February, March and April can “Kill” my business. I end up losing a ton of money during these “Killer” months and it can take me the remaining eight months to make up for them. And I’m looking for the same thing to happen this year.

My Problem Is Your Opportunity I’ve decided to give up trying to make a profit during the “killer” months. If I can only minimize my losses during January, February, March and April I will come out ahead in the other eight months.

Here’s how this (admittedly daring) offer came about. Every year, the big manufacturers of air conditioners have to guess how many to build to meet the demand. Of course, they’re never exactly right.

So, they always have some inventory they must hold over until the next summer season. I went to one of my distributors and they allocated 44 premier air conditioners and furnaces. And, because of the quantity and time of year, I was able to buy them at drastically reduced, dirt cheap, out-of-season prices. They are brand new 2020 models. And they are NOT the seconds or “blems” or standard “builder” models. They are factory-fresh, premier air conditioners and furnaces and have a full factory warranty.

Here’s How You Can Get A Furnace For Peanuts By putting this furnace and air conditioner package together (then “Jaw-Boning” the distributor) and committing to a do-or-die purchase agreement of these systems, I was able to buy both the furnace and the air conditioner for less than anyone should have a right to pay!

So, if you buy one of these normal new, premier air conditioners, I am “giving” you the furnace and all I ask for is the $1,275 it costs to have your furnace installed.

Here’s How Just call me at 262-248-2103 anytime. We will come out and measure your home (and determine the availability of the proper size).

Don’t forget, I only have a limited amount of matched systems. When they are gone, this remarkable offer ends also. I will show you the real world price on the air conditioner that fits your home. Then, I will show you the substantial savings now. And it will include all labor and installation materials. Nothing is left out.

The Concept Is Simple Really By letting you win big now, I will win at the end of the year. I’m betting that if I make you an offer that is “irresistible” (at least it should be if your furnace or air conditioner is over 10 years old) and I barely mark it up above the price I paid, I will accomplish two things: 1. I will cover my rent, utilities, insurance and taxes in the “killer” months.

2. I can pay my professional staff and technicians to work instead of paying them to sit at home.

If I can accomplish these two objectives, I will minimize my losses and the rest of the year, I can be a winner.

Keith Nissen King of Comfort

No Obligation Even after I completely explain the installation, there is absolutely no obligation. If you decide you don’t want to take advantage of the spectacular savings… that’s okay. I will give you a surprise gift worth $60 because you are kind enough to read this ad and give me a chance to solve my problem. I want you to think well of Master Services Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, even if you don’t buy.

You Can Buy With NO Cash You don’t even have to pay me right away. I have set up a bank rate financing plan. Consider this. If you decide to make monthly investments instead of paying cash the entire amount of your payments might be more than offset by the savings on your utility bills. It’s like “having your cake and eating it too”.

Ironclad Guarantee I’m so confident that you will save at least 25% on your cooling and heating bills (I’m projecting more like 35% +), that I will pay you Double The Difference for two years if you don’t! I’ll show you exactly how this works. There is no way you can lose. Your lower utility bills will help you save big. And I will even double your savings if you save less than 25%. If these premier systems were not among the best on the market, I couldn’t afford to make such a promise.

Why This Offer Can’t Last You must act before April 15th. Here are two reasons why.

1. I only have a limited amount of pieces of equipment. When all of the air conditioners are sold and all the furnaces are “given” away, that’s it. There are no more at this price.

2. If I have any of these systems that are left on April 15th (although I doubt I will), this offer still ends. Here’s why. The only reason I am making this virtually no-profit (for me) offer is because of the “killer months”. My business always picks up about May first. Since these furnaces cost me so little, I can sell them at last years prices next November and December and still come out ahead. Give me a call now at 248-2103 and I will set an appointment for your no-obligation survey.

Lake Geneva WI 262-248-2103

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SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES Rochester • 30824 Royal Hill Rd........... $ 550,000 Wind Point • 10 Raven Turn................... $ 600,000 • 238 E Point View Dr.......... $ 298,000 Union Grove • 425 Wellington Dr.............. $ 575,000 Raymond • 2938 108th St.................... $ 623,000 Burlington • 8916 Wheatland Rd........... $ 759,000 • 34226 Honey Ln.................. $ 85,000 • 32844 S Lakeshore Dr...... $ 155,000 Caledonia • 6350 5 Mile Rd.................. $ 399,900 • 904 Riva Rdg..................... $ 405,000 Mount Pleasant • 4854 Wildlife Dr................. $ 385,000 • 3840 Indiana Ln................ $ 350,000 • 2723 Penbrook Dr............. $ 402,500 • 1831 Rolling Green Dr...... $ 430,000 • 4657 Weatherwood Ln...... $ 470,000 • 2436 Wexford Rd............... $ 499,900 • 8742 Shady Oak Trl........... $ 530,000 • 6418 Berkshire Ln............. $ 517,000 • 4336 Wood Rd.................. $ 690,000 • 3222 Sheridan Rd............... $ 70,000 • 3029 Meachem Rd............ $ 105,000 • 2115 Howe St.................... $ 117,000 Waterford • 29145 White Oak Ln.......... $ 360,000 • 8535 Hazel Ln................... $ 485,000 • 33928 Janesville Rd.......... $ 529,000 Caledonia • 1526 Oaklawn Dr................. $ 87,000 • 9819 Caddy Ln.................. $ 159,900 • 2540 Aster Ct.................... $ 175,000 • 2716 St Ritas Rd............... $ 188,900 • 3442 N Green Bay Rd....... $ 200,500 • 3432 Indian Trl................... $ 217,500 • 2115 Broadleaf Dr............. $ 229,900 Dover • 24810 Quincy Ave............. $ 140,000

Sturtevant • 2729 Wisconsin St............. $ 185,000 • 9325 Carol Ann Dr............ $ 183,000 Yorkville • 16218 Plank Rd................. $ 250,000 Racine • 1139 Villa St........................ $ 28,000 • 1305 La Salle St.................. $ 42,501 • 1802 W 6th St...................... $ 58,000 • 1022 N Memorial Dr............ $ 58,000 • 809 West Lawn Ave............. $ 79,000 • 4104 Nineteenth St........... $ 107,500 • 2308 Kearney Ave............. $ 102,000 • 1616 Oregon St................. $ 104,500 • 1829 Holmes Ave.............. $ 102,000 • 4202 Erie St...................... $ 105,000 • 1239 Westlawn Ave........... $ 114,400 • 3208 Caledonia St............... $ 92,000 • 1825 Holmes Ave.............. $ 110,000 • 1701 Holmes Ave.............. $ 112,000 • 4600 Victory Ave............... $ 112,500 • 2001 Grange Ave.............. $ 114,500 • 2209 Erie St...................... $ 117,000 • 1408 Grange Ave.............. $ 105,000 • 1917 Carlisle Ave.............. $ 109,000 • 2820 Dwight St.................. $ 106,200 • 3700 20th St...................... $ 120,000 • 510 De Koven Ave............. $ 115,000 • 2063 Mount Pleasant St.... $ 120,000 • 3444 4th Ave..................... $ 124,900 • 1827 St Clair St................. $ 125,000 • 1705 Center St.................. $ 129,900 • 2610 15th St...................... $ 127,000 • 4525 Byrd Ave................... $ 100,000 • 1815 Mount Pleasant St.... $ 135,000 • 2317 Monroe Ave.............. $ 130,000 • 1620 Indiana St................. $ 130,000 • 1525 Holmes Ave.............. $ 142,000

CONDOS Mount Pleasant • 1255 Sunnyslope Dr 102... $ 162,700 • 5742 Cambridge Cir 3....... $ 162,000 • 3026 Meyer Ct 7................ $ 174,500 Sturtevant • 1505 92nd St 37................ $ 190,000 Waterford • 618 Park Dr....................... $ 272,900

VACANT LAND Waterford • Lt4 Highway 83.................. $ 170,000 Raymond • Lt1 2 Mile Rd..................... $ 240,000

WALWORTH COUNTY SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES East Troy • 1952 Beulah Ave............... $ 195,000 Delavan • 3471 County Road O........ $ 185,678 • 221 Vine St........................ $ 210,000 • 213 W Geneva St.............. $ 240,000 • 221 S Terrace St................ $ 265,000 Sharon • 132 Seymour St................. $ 200,000 Elkhorn • 409 E Geneva St............... $ 220,000 • 308 S Washington St......... $ 220,000 • 329 Westlawn Ave............. $ 248,000 Richmond • N6569 County Rd P.......... $ 240,000 Darien • N4488 Highway 89............ $ 240,000 Bloomfield • N243 Williams Rd.............. $ 195,000 • N1360 Moss Dr $210,500 Walworth • 200 Maple Ave.................. $ 240,000 • 545 Hill St.......................... $ 255,000 • W6595 N Walworth Rd...... $ 270,000 Genoa City • 660 Bluebill Ln................... $ 259,000 Sugar Creek • N6726 University Rd......... $ 279,000 Linn • N1626 Hilltop Dr................ $ 200,000 • N1559 S Geneva Ave........ $ 289,000 Whitewater • 944 W Conger St............... $ 225,000 • 222 S Ash Ln..................... $ 285,000 Lyons • 5616 Highway 36............... $ 295,000

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RACINE COUNTY

HOMES & DESIGN

home and property sales

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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home and property sales 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.

Geneva • W3792 N Deer Dr.............. $ 309,900 La Grange • N7476 Meadowlark Dr...... $ 368,000 Williams Bay • 310 W Geneva St.............. $ 300,000 • 251 Van Bee Dr................. $ 435,000 Lake Geneva • 167 W South St................. $ 389,000 • 221 Summerhaven Ln....... $ 400,000 Fontana • 808 Odsila Way................. $ 330,000 Spring Prairie • W660 Potter Rd................. $ 385,000 • N7026 County Road DD... $ 535,000

CONDOS Lake Geneva • 1321 W Main St 301.......... $ 195,000 Delavan • 122 Eagle Pointe Dr D....... $ 365,000 Geneva • 1720 Wales Ct 11-12......... $ 530,000

VACANT LAND Linn • Lt17 Hillcrest Dr Lt18...... $ 35,666.67 Geneva • 755 Hunt Club Dr 56-02.... $ 165,000 Lafayette • Lt2 Cobb Rd...................... $ 114,000

KENOSHA COUNTY

HOMES & DESIGN

JANUARY 2022

SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES

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Twin Lakes • 618 Vincent Rd.................. $ 249,000 • 235 Marion Ave................. $ 263,000 • 950 Rhyners Ln................. $ 265,000 • 1028 Highland Dr.............. $ 260,000 Salem Lakes • 23824 127th St.................. $ 245,000 • 12028 257th Ave............... $ 245,000 • 28610 Wilmot Rd............... $ 240,000 • 9924 270th Ct.................... $ 300,000 • 103 E Lake St.................... $ 309,000 Paddock Lake • 6540 244th Ave................. $ 240,000 Randall • 39410 93rd St.................... $ 255,000 • 40703 102nd St................. $ 272,000

Somers • 1261 93rd Ave................... $ 280,000 Wheatland • 6010 368th Ave................. $ 320,000 Salem • 23526 89th St.................... $ 485,000 Bristol • 8211 201st Ave................. $ 521,000 Paris • 20906 31st St.................... $ 529,900 Pleasant Prairie • 6540 126th Pl.................... $ 219,000 • 12040 44th Ave................. $ 254,800 • 5506 85th St...................... $ 284,500 • 8647 Cooper Rd................ $ 294,900 • 955 101st St...................... $ 337,000 • 10001 29th Ave................. $ 335,000 Kenosha • 1812 87th Pl...................... $ 197,500 • 5524 35th Ave................... $ 207,000 • 5920 Pershing Blvd........... $ 210,000 • 2614 32nd St..................... $ 204,000 • 4924 69th St...................... $ 201,500 • 7845 37th Ave................... $ 205,000 • 2009 22nd St..................... $ 221,000 • 3711 22nd Ave.................. $ 225,000 • 7729 29th Ave................... $ 209,540 • 6612 42nd Ave.................. $ 220,000 • 1512 17th St...................... $ 215,000 • 5326 53rd Ave................... $ 224,900 • 5511 35th Ave................... $ 220,000 • 4461 68th Pl...................... $ 230,000 • 6013 51st Ave................... $ 233,000 • 4907 61st St...................... $ 239,900 • 1812 36th St...................... $ 240,000 • 5711 66th St...................... $ 240,000 • 7540 23rd Ave................... $ 260,000 • 1608 16th Ave................... $ 244,900 • 1808 19th Ave................... $ 245,000 • 9904 70th St...................... $ 246,000

CONDOS Kenosha • 7311 98th Ave B................ $ 172,000 Pleasant Prairie • 9262 64th Ct 153............... $ 253,000

VACANT LAND Salem Lakes • 10706 Antioch Rd................ $ 58,900 Somers • 3090 88th Ave................... $ 530,000

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