Long Grove Real Estate -1547 Chickamauga Long Grove  $799,000 Wow!  1547 Chickamauga in the Country Clubs Estates Subdivision boasts a majestic circular drive as well as a spectacular curb appeal.   As you enter into this 5500 square foot home, you will be impressed with the architectural design and custom décor.   Situated on over 1.1 acres you will fall in love with the flow of this magnificent home.     The breathtaking 2 story great room with marble fireplace is the focal point.  Its truly phenomenal.   The views from the wall of windows are  spectacular. Doors lead to the brick paver stone patio.     The Kitchen is a dream come true! The gourmet kitchen is ideal for any chef boasting stainless steel appliances, Sub Zero refridgerator, and freezer granite counters, recessed lighting... 02/27/2011

Temple Chai is hosting their 8th annual Simcha Party Planning Fair on Sunday February 27th from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. Did you just move to the Long Grove / Buffalo Grove area and planning a Wedding or Bar Mitzvah? If you don't know how to begin planning your next event , the Temple Chai's Simcha Showcase will provide you with many good ideas.  At the Temple Chai's Simcha ShowCase, you will meet area D J's, Caterers, Entertainers, photographers and more. Don't miss the Temple Chai Simcha Showcase...                 If you would like more information about the Chicago Northwest Suburbs,including Long Grove, Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Vernon Hills, and Lake Zurich  please do not hesitate to call Judy at 847-602-5435 or email her at info@buffalogrovehomes.com Her websites, www.mo... 02/13/2011

Ravenna of Long Grove- Long Grove available lots and new construction If you are considering a move to Long Grove Illinois you can choose from many great subdivisions.  Ravenna of Long Grove is located on Route 83 between Route 22( Half Day Road)  and Route 60.(Townline Road) Ravenna of Long Grove  boasts exquisite custom homes and lots (ready to be built) in a lovely well manicured gorgeous community.     Lot 70 located at 7275 Providence in the Ravenna of Long Grove subdivision is currently for sale at an unbelievable price of $139,000 and is the best deal at this time. You can buy the lot for future use, build now with your own builder or build to suit.  The residents of the Ravenna of Long Grove neighborhood attend the prestigious Stevenson High School located in Lincolnshire.    It... 02/12/2011

Blizzard 2011 - Long Grove and Buffalo Grove residents know how to have fun in the snow!    Stevenson High School and all the surrounding Buffalo Grove and Long Grove schools have closed for two consecutive days.    Almost everything was closed during the Blizzard of 2011 on February 2nd- including banks, schools,and business.  Residents of many Chicago Suburbs were advised to stay off the roads and leave the open for emergency vehicles.  With no vehicles on the streets, these High School boys from Long Grove took advantage of the plowed streets and slid down the roads tied to autos driven by their fathers.  Dogs also had a great day....Although my dog was a little hesitant at first to brave the snow, he ended up loving it. Just like I remember the Blizzard of 1967, I'm sure that my boy... 02/02/2011

Sunset Foods in Long Grove is Now Open   Sunset Sunset Foods in Long Grove is now open! You can read our full review of the Grand Opening by visiting www.LongGroveILAreaHomes.com Congratulations to Sunset Foods on a sucessfull grand opening and welcome to Long Grove, IL. 01/31/2011

The Sunset Foods in Long Grove is going to officially open tomorrow , January 26th ,and the residents of Long Grove, Buffalo Grove , and the surrounding suburbs cannot wait.  We will finally will get the Sunset we have been anxiously awaitng. Sunset Foods in Long Grove will  open at 7:00 January 26th and I heard that a few excited residents were camping out... (only kidding of course).  If you haven't heard about what the Long Grove Sunset Store will offer, let me just give you the highlights... Its very exciting....   -- olives and antipasto bar --  8-10 hot soups prepared fresh daily -- hot food area with 4.99 hot plate --deli prepared food section which will feature 75 different salads and entrees prepared fresh each day, including imported lunch meats all sliced fresh to order -new ... 01/25/2011

Long Grove Short Sale Just Listed!    This is not the typical short sale!  4590 Pamela in White Oak Estates. This Home is priced at only $719,000.    This elegant ranch in the White Oak Estates Subdidvision of  Long Grove offers the quality and luxury you deserve. Tucked away at the end of a private cul-de-sac in White Oak Estates, this glorious residence is set on over one acre.  Tons of lush professional landscaping, exterior lighting and a well-stocked pond further enhance and capture the beauty of this private retreat that you can call home.     The exquisite living room/dining room features 15' ceiling, decorative columns with marble bases, recessed lighting in arches, and alabaster sconces. The combined living room and dining room provide a wonderful space for entertaining guests... 01/12/2011

Long Grove Real Estate Reaps the Benefits of Excellent Education If you are buying or selling a home in the Long Grove real estatemarket you are reaping the benefits of being located in the highly desirable school district 125, Stevenson High School. A recent article in the Buffalo Grove Patch noted the exceptional achievement of students at Stevenson High School, a high school for which residents of Long Grove Illinois are zoned.  The article noted that over 75% of students in the senior class at SHS are participating in AP (advanced Placement) classes.  These classes are purely optional and provide a more rigorous academic environment, being on par with college level classes. In addition to students participation level in the AP classes at Stevenson High School, the test scores are al... 01/12/2011

Are you ready to buy a piece of Long Grove Real Estate? 2011 is here and there is no better time than now to start thinking about buying a piece of Long Grove real estate. There is no questions in any ones mind that we are in a buyer's market. Though there are challenges in today's Long Grove real estate market it is a great time to buy. How do you know if you are ready to buy Long Grove property?  The first two questions to consider are: Do you plan on keeping Long Grove your home for at least two years or longer?  Can you qualify for a loan? If the answer is yes to each of these questions, it might be a great time to start looking for your new home. Inventory is higher than usual, prices are low, and when you work with the Sharron Kelley Team we find you the right house at the right p... 01/11/2011

Long Grove Illinois- Sunset Foods is coming to Long Grove at the end of January 2011 Long Grove Illinois is finally getting the Sunset they deserve.... Good news for Long Grove residents I am a Long Grove realtor who has been writing  posts about Sunset Foods coming to Long Grove  Illinois since 2007. I have been salivating(ok that is an exaggeration) since that time and 4 years later, I am still anxiously awaiting the opening of the Sunset Foods in the Long Grove community.   Its coming soon folks! They are shooting for the end of January or the beginning of February of 2011. Many Long Grove residents (including myself) continue to drive by this newly  constructed Sunset Foods  at the corner of Aptakisic and Route 83 and imagine all of the goodies waiting for them next month. First of ... 12/19/2010

Are you wondering about the Long Grove Real Estate Market and wondering what has sold recently? Here's some information about the  real estate sales in Long Grove Illinois  since the beginning of the year. Overall, there were 65  Long Grove sales since the beginning of the 2010.  12  of the Long Grove homes that sold were either  short sales or foreclosures.  For a relatively wealthy community, that is a huge percentage....  For comparison purposes,   last year in 2009 there were only 59  Long Grove home sales for the entire year. In case you are interested...6 homes in Long Grove sold in 2010  in excess of one million Dollars.  3631 Cuba -Sold on February 10th  for $1150,000 4719 Wellington in Royal Melbourne sold on November 23 for $1150,000. 6918 Brookfield sold in Autumn Woods of Lo... 12/17/2010

Last Weekend to Holiday Shop In Long Grove, IL! It's hard to believe, but Christmas is 9 days away and this weekend is the last one to get all your shopping done. Why not avoid all the hustle and bustle of the large box stores and visit the quiet and quaint community of historic Long Grove, IL. Nestled in Lake County Illinois, Long Grove offers the perfect place to finish up your holiday shopping by offering unique gifts. As you stroll through the cobblestone streets you will find numerous holiday activities to partake in this weekend. From caroling to horse drawn carriage rides, Long Grove offers the perfect holiday shopping get away. You can visit our site www.LongGroveIlAreaHomes.com for a complete listing of all the weekend activities going on. As a Long Grove Realtor, I believe it ... 12/16/2010

Buffalo Grove and Long Grove New Construction.  Bank Owned Lots Available. If you're looking for New Construction in the Buffalo Grove and Long Grove area, you have come to the right place.  New  Construction might be limited, but there are many bank owned lots available at prices that are just unbelievable.   If you want to build your dream home situated in the Stevenson High School School District 125, I know builders that are reputable and that can build your dream home at the most reasonable prices to meet your budget and your desires.  Currently there are bank lots available in Long Grove that feed into District 96 and Stevenson High School ranging from $199,900 to $249,000 .  They are located between Route 83 and Buffalo Grove Road   These bank owned lots are conveniently located ... 12/12/2010

New Market Reports are in Long Grove Home Owners.  The market remains good and steady over the last 3 months.  Of course activity may slow down a bit for the winter months.  Long Grove Real Estate remains strong.  To view the full Market report for Long Grove Illinois visit www.LongGroveILAreaHomes.com and read Long Grove Real Estate: Housing Market Report for November 2010. Single Family Homes   12/08/2010

Long Grove  November 2010 Real Estate Market Report by Judy Greenberg, Buffalo Grove Realtor. If you want to know how the real estate market is doing in Long Grove I have provided below a detailed November 2010 Long Grove Market analysis.  If you want to sit down in person with me to discuss the Real Estate Market or the value of your Long Grove home, let's meet for coffee.  If you are looking to buy a Long Grove Home, there are many spectacular homes for sale. As one of the top Long Grove Realtors I specialize in the Long Grove area have a pulse on the Long Grove real estate market, and can help you whether you are a Long Grove buyer or seller.  Long Grove's November 2010 average home sales price was $726250, up 13.9% from Last November's average sales price. There were only 4 Long Gro... 12/03/2010

Royal Melbourne in Long Grove- presented by Long Grove realtor, Judy Greenberg Royal Melbourne in Long Grove- a premier gated subdivision in Long Grove  Illinois The Royal Melbourne Subdivision  in Long Grove Illinois is a prestigious gated community located off of Route 83  and Half Day Road.   This spectacula Long Grover neighborhood boasts exquisite custom homes with both security and privacy for its residents.  The Royal Melbourne County Club in Long Grove Illinois offers all of the of the charm and elegance of a traditional country club with a a warm and welcoming attitude that fits today's lifestyle.  The club is distinguished by its diverse membership, phenomenal golf experience and year-round social events.    There are different types of membership available at the Royal Melbou... 11/29/2010

Let the Long Grove, IL Holiday Festivities Begin! The holiday season in Long Grove, ILis like no other.This quaint town with cobblestone streets and adorable stores is full of hustle and bustle during the holidays. Every weekend in historic Long Grove through the holiday season you can find Santa strolling through out town, Carolers filling the air with beautiful sounds, and there are different musical acts in the shops each weekend. You can also visit The Seasons of Long Grove for their Breakfast with Santa or Nutcracker Tea.   You can visit the new website www.VisitLongGrove.com and enter for a chance to win $1000 shopping spree. You can also join the insiders club to receive invitations to special events and offers for all you favorite Long Grove, IL merchants. Be the first to learn ... 11/28/2010

. Long Grove Illinois If you are ever need a mood pick-me-up during the middle of a long  week, visit the charming town of Long Grove, Illinois.  The Long Grove Illinois shops are open until 7pm during the holiday season. You can sip delicious apple cider and taste the most unbelievable apple donuts at the Apple Haus.  The brown bag apple pies are great also.       The historical charming Village of Long Grove Illinois has adorable shops with one-of-a -kind gifts.  You can check out the new Long Grove website to learn more about each of the shops, the events, and the directions.  Think of Long Grove Illinois when you are doing your holiday shopping.   The above post,Long Grove Illinois  was written by the Judy Greenberg Group at Coldwell banker.  The video was produced by Daniel Greenbe... 11/22/2010

Long Grove Illinois - Visit Long Grove's new website www.visitlonggrove.com for a chance to win $1000. Yesterday, after I attended Long Grove's tree lighting ceremony and listened to the unbelievable carolers, I strolled into one of my favorite Long Grove Shops. Trio(one of my next blog posts will be dedicated to this gorgeous ladies boutique) where I was talking to the store owner.  She informed me that  the Long Grove shops will be open until 7:00pm during the holiday season.  She also told me about Long Grove's new website... www.visitlonggrove.com.   On Long Grove's website, you can enter a chance to win a $1000 gift certificate to ... you guessed it...  the shops of Long Grove. The Long Grove website highlights everyone of the great Long Grove shops, events, and directions.    If y... 11/21/2010

Visit Long Grove Il , and kick the Holiday Season off with the tree lighting ceremony. The holiday season in Long Grove's  Historic Village reflects the sounds, sights and the hospitality of a bygone era, along with some of the most unique shopping in the Chicagoland area.  You can shop in the town's trendy shops, boutiques, galleries, and food specialty stores, as well as enjoy a funfilled day with your family.  Today November 20th from 3:30 to 5;00 Long Grove's Holiday celebration begins with the tree- lighting ceremony with Santa at the Apple Haus Square.  Spectators will be entertained by Dickens carolers and holiday characters. At 3;45 the Long Grove Performing Arts academy will be perfoming and from 3pm to 5 pm at the Beans & Leaves Cafe, the Long Grove Wood and Wire Guritar Mando... 11/20/2010