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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
“We think maybe we should pull the house off the market and wait until next year…”.  Showings and new contracts have dropped off.  In my communities of St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia in Chicago’s western suburbs the buyer activity has definitely slowed down. Some sellers think that they’ll make more money in the Spring. So is pulling the listing off the market a good idea? Probably not. There are home buyers at any time of the year, regardless of the weather, playoff schedules, or interest rates. People change jobs, have babies, need to upsize, downsize, or otherwise make major changes in their lives. There are the “opportunity buyers” who have deliberately waited until this time of year for a good deal. Sellers who are serious about selling should carefully evaluate how their home st...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Mill Creek Geneva IL Market Update November 2011 Mill Creek in Geneva IL is one of the most popular communities in the western suburbs of Chicago. Mill Creek encompasses over 650 acres and offers over 45% of open space, including over 125 acres of preserved wetlands and 195 acres of Geneva parks.  There are two golf courses, two Geneva elementary schools  and two community churches located in Mill Creek.  (Learn more,,,) The Mill Creek Swim Club has a 25 meter lap pool, a zero depth kids pool, changing rooms with lockers and showers, a clubhouse, snack bar, picnic area and kids’ playground. Home prices in Mill Creek range from about $250,000 for maintenance-free row homes to over $1,000,000 for luxury golf course estates. See all the homes for sale in Mill Creek. As of November 1, there...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Mill Creek Geneva IL Newest Listings November 1 2011 Mill Creek in Geneva IL is one of the most popular communities in the western suburbs of Chicago. Mill Creek encompasses over 650 acres and offers over 45% of open space, including over 125 acres of preserved wetlands and 195 acres of Geneva parks.  There are two golf courses, two Geneva elementary schools  and two community churches located in Mill Creek. (Learn more....) Home prices in Mill Creek range from about $250,000 for maintenance-free row homes to over $1,000,000 for luxury golf course estates.  Here are the newest listings in Mill Creek: Showing properties 1 - 10 of 49. See more MILL CREEK GENEVA NEW LISTINGS. (all data current as of 11/1/2011) $349,500 : 0N747 E Curtis Square, GENEVA 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths Home size:...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Geneva IL Market Update|Single Family Homes|November 1, 2011 The Geneva single family home real estate market is chugging along in 2011, although the number of sales is lower than in 2010. The good news is that the number of bank-owned and short sales (12%) in Geneva is much lower than in Chicago metro area (40+%). 224 closed sales in 2011 versus 248 in the same period in 2010 The average sold price is $308,555 in 2011 versus $338,843 in 2010. Some other statistics on the closed sales in Geneva this year: 17% (39) closed under $199,999 30% (68) closed between $200,000 and $299,999 31% (69) closed between $300,000 and $399,999 18% (40) closed between $400,000 and $599,999   2% (4) closed between $600,000 and $799,999 <1% (1) closed between $800,000 and $999,999 88% (190) were traditional...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Geneva, IL, Halloween Trick or Treat 2011 will be from 3:00 to 7:00 pm on Monday, October 31. In downtown Geneva many of the historic homes are fabulously decorated with spooky displays of ghosts, goblins and witches. The Geneva Police recommend that trick-or-treaters should have adult supervision and should be careful when crossing steets.  For more Halloween fun, on Thursday, October 27 many of the downtown Geneva stores will give out treats from 2:00 to 5:00. Graham's 318 and Graham's Chocolates are also offering a free photo shoot when you make a purchase during this time. 
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Even people who don’t commute into Chicago every day like living in the Geneva IL area that locals call “walk to train”. In addition to the Metra train station, downtown Geneva has over 200 charming shops and restaurants. Everyone loves Graham’s for homemade chocolates and ice cream. One of our favorite new places is The Latest Crave, a darling bakery shop that makes the most delicious gourmet cupcakes. The historic Geneva downtown area offers tree-lined streets with vintage homes, ranging from quaint bungalows to ornate Victorians. Within a one mile walk of downtown Geneva are a variety of neighborhoods. Traditional homes on larger properties surround the Geneva Golf Club, while the streets north of Lincoln Highway (Route 38) have many nicely restored brick bungalows and cottage-style ...
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By David Spencer, Show Me real estate in Kansas City
(Keller Williams Northland)
In the table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Geneva, IL The data lists available homes by price range with average time on market in each range.   Should you have an interest in homes in a selected price range, send me your physical characteristics requirements. I will send complete details on those homes that meet your criteria. Active Listings List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt $100,000 - $149,999 13 252 $150,000 - $199,999 33 267 $200,000 - $249,999 35 292 $250,000 - $299,999 43 157 $300,000 - $349,999 57 179 $350,000 - $399,999 32 228 $400,000 - $449,999 19 156 $450,000 - $499,999 24 265 $500,000 - $549,999 12 208 $550,000 - $599,999 12 307 $600,000 - $699,999 5 233 $700,000 - $799,999 4 305 $800,00...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Geneva IL 2011 Leaf Collection On your mark, get set, RAKE! All our beautiful trees in Geneva IL are beginning to drop their leaves so when you’re done raking them,  Geneva, IL has a leaf collection system to get them off your property. In 2011 you can use curbside vacuum  in October and November or leaf bag collection in December. Curbside Vacuum Program in October and November, 2011 : Rake leaves to the parkway (not into the street!) by 7:00 am prior to the scheduled pickup date. Each zone requires approximately three full days to complete. ZONE A: EAST SIDE OF THE RIVER 1st Pickup: October 27 Thursday 2nd Pickup: November 8 Tuesday Final Pickup: November 16 Friday ZONE B WEST SIDE OF THE RIVER, NORTH OF RT.38 OR NORTH OF KANEVILLE AND NORTH OF KESLINGER 1st Pickup: October 31  Monday...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Open House Sunday, October 2, 1:00  3:00 39W111 Platt  Place in Geneva IL is a beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home in the popular Mill Creek subdivision. The home has a two level deck with a screened gazebo, patio and back yard lawn area. The fully finished walkout basement has a bedroom, full bathroom, office and recreation area. Mill Creek in Geneva IL is one of the most popular communities in the western suburbs of Chicago. Mill Creek encompasses over 650 acres and offers over 45% of open space, including over 125 acres of preserved wetlands and 195 acres of Geneva parks.  Mill Creek has a swimming center, golf course and club and two elementary schools. If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Mill Creek see my most current market report, then give me a call at ...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Geneva IL Foreclosure Properties for Sale If you are thinking of buying a home in Geneva IL you may have thought about buying a foreclosure property. Foreclosures (also called REOs) are usually bank-owned properties, although some are owned by government institutions like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac or HUD. Each foreclosure seller will have their own very specific procedures, contracts and forms for the sale of the home.  A Geneva IL foreclosure can be a great deal if the buyer can realistically evaluate the condition of the home.  Deferred maintenance and poor condition can end up costing more than most people realize. While banks do not knowingly sell unsafe homes, foreclosure sales are always "as is". About 30% of the Geneva IL home sales in 2011 have been foreclosures and short sales. Y...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Do You Keep Up on Maintenance Projects in Your Geneva IL Home? I know, money is tight and if you are selling your home, you are probably very sensitive to the bottom line. But if your home needs more repair work than the other homes that buyers will see, you will either get low offers, or worse, no offers at all. Too Many Homes on the Market: Every day I visit Geneva IL homes for sale. Sometimes a listing is in tip-top condition and priced well, which certainly is the best combination for a successful sale in this tough market. Other times, well, it’s discouraging to think about how much work there is. See all the homes for sale in Geneva. Buyers Quickly Move On: In houses with too many repair and maintenance projects, even small ones, a home buyer will walk through and mentally build a...
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By David Spencer, Show Me real estate in Kansas City
(Keller Williams Northland)
In the table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Geneva, IL The data lists available homes by price range with average time on market in each range.   Should you have an interest in homes in a selected price range, send me your physical characteristics requirements. I will send complete details on those homes that meet your criteria. Under Contract List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt $50,000 - $99,999 2 523 $100,000 - $149,999 6 252 $150,000 - $199,999 6 459 $200,000 - $249,999 3 385 $250,000 - $299,999 9 224 $300,000 - $349,999 9 139 $350,000 - $399,999 5 360 $400,000 - $449,999 1 648 $450,000 - $499,999 4 203 $550,000 - $599,999 2 349 $600,000 - $699,999 1 245    Under Contract Summary # Units Avg. MT Medi...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Even people who don't commute into Chicago every day enjoy living in the Geneva IL area that locals call "walk to train". In addition to the Metra train station, downtown Geneva has over 200 charming shops and restaurants. Everyone loves Graham's for homemade chocolates and ice cream. One of our favorite new places is The Latest Crave, a darling bakery shop that makes the most delicious gourmet cupcakes. The historic Geneva downtown area offers tree-lined streets with vintage homes, ranging from quaint bungalows to ornate Victorians. Within a one mile walk of downtown Geneva are a variety of neighborhoods. Traditional homes on larger properties surround the Geneva Golf Club, while the streets north of Lincoln Highway (Route 38) have many nicely restored brick bungalows and cottage-style...
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By Matt Kombrink, Chicagoland Residential Real Estate since 1991
(The Kombrink Team)
  A couple of great events are happening now through this weekend in the Geneva area!   Register now for a great learning opportunity tomorrow, September 14th at the Geneva Public Library.  From 10am to 11am they will be presenting Tech Tips, Tricks and Trends.  Discover how to download books to your portable device.  Take the mystery out of Facebook and Twitter.  Any questions regarding these new devices will be answered, in fact, they recommend bringing your devices with you!  To register, visit the Geneva Public Library at http://www.geneva.lib.il.is or call 630-232-0780 extension 251.   Now on to the treasure!  If you’re a Fox Valley native, then you surely know all about the treasures waiting to be found at the annual St Peters Barn Sale.  The barn sale will be held at the Kane Cou...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Eagle Brook Geneva IL Market Update September 12, 2011 Eagle Brook in Geneva IL offers over 500 custom single family homes set around the Eagle Brook Golf Course. What’s Selling in Eagle Brook? Like most areas in the western suburbs, the homes that sell usually have updated kitchens and bathrooms. Most buyers prefer that the basement is finished. Buyers look for homes that have been well-maintained and have newer roofs, mechanicals and outdoor features like paver patios and decks. In 2010 there were 23 closed sales, ranging in price from $351,000 to $550,000 with an average closed price of $45200. So far in 2011, there are 10 closed sales at an average closed price of $481,000 and 2 homes under contract. There are 17 Active Listings for sale in Eagle Brook today.   Eagle Brook Closed Sa...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Mill Creek Geneva, IL Market Update Mill Creek in Geneva IL is one of the most popular communities in the western suburbs of Chicago. Mill Creek encompasses over 650 acres and offers over 45% of open space, including over 125 acres of preserved wetlands and 195 acres of Geneva parks.  There are two Geneva elementary schools  and two community churches located in Mill Creek. Mill Creek Video. Home prices in Mill Creek range from about $250,000 for maintenance-free row homes to over $1,000,000 for luxury golf course estates. Homes for Sale in Mill Creek. If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Mill Creek, I am an experienced Geneva real estate agent with Baird & Warner Real Estate. Please give me a call at (630)945-7935 or click Contact above. Mill Creek Single Family Home Sal...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
Mill Creek in Geneva IL, Homes for Sale Mill Creek in Geneva IL is one of the most popular communities in the western suburbs of Chicago. Mill Creek offers over 45% of open space including over 125 acres of preserved wetlands and 195 acres of Geneva parks. Home resale prices range from about $250,000 for maintenance-free row homes to over $1,000,000 for luxury golf course estates. Mill Creek features two golf courses, a clubhouse, a community center with two pools, a small shopping center, and luxury rental apartments. As of September 10, 2011 rhere have been 59 closed sales of single family homes in Mill Creek. If you want more market information about Mill Creek in Geneva, IL, please see my website or give me a call at (630)945-7935. I am an experienced Geneva IL real estate agent wit...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
301 Sandholm St, Geneva IL Open House Sunday 2-4 The seller of 301 Sandholm, Geneva IL has made this home perfect and move-in ready. The home has so many improvements and updates including a newer roof, windows, light fixtures and mechanicals. The home has brand new carpeting throughout and has been freshly painted. The home was professionally pre-inspected and the seller took care of everything! Listed just two weeks ago, the price has just been dropped to $185,000. Quick close OK, not a short sale or foreclosure. Located on the east side of Geneva. Travel time to Naperville, Downer’s Grove and Lombard is about 15 to 20 minutes. Please come to the Open House on Sunday, September 11 from 2:00 to 4:00. If you can’t make the Open House, call (630)945-7935 for a private showing. Listed by...
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By Matt Kombrink, Chicagoland Residential Real Estate since 1991
(The Kombrink Team)
 This information was pulled from the Multiple Listing Service on Wednesday, August 31st, 2011. There are currently 314 single family and townhomes listed for sale in Geneva. The median home is priced at $324,950. August closing numbers are up 14% over last year. The median sale price is down slightly to $281,500. Homes are selling a little faster as market time dropped 33% over last August with the average home being on the market for 144 days. Geneva is well known in the region as quaint, charming historic town. Part of what creates Geneva's character is its historic architecture. Very few large, ornate homes exist in Geneva. In contrast, most of the architecture is conservative and plain, yet always well maintained. Trees and yards are an integral part of Geneva's sense of place. Gen...
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By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.
(Swanepoel T3 Group)
If You Can't Sell, Are You Thinking of Renting Out Your Geneva IL House? Some homeowners in St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia IL are wondering if they should rent out a house that they can't sell in this market, especially if they have already moved and the home is sitting vacant. We have very little rental housing here in the Fox Valley, so there is certainly consumer demand for nice rentals.  This post from Keeping Current Matters gives homeowners some very useful advice to consider before they renting their home.  I am a Geneva IL real estate agent who can help you analyze all the Geneva IL homes for sale to make sure that your home is prepared, staged and priced competitively to sell in this market. Things to Consider Before Renting a Home You Can’t Sell? by The KCM Crew on August 15,...
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