Today we are focusing on the Skokie Illinois homes for sale through November 14 2015. For the combined market there is a 4.8% less than one year ago at this time, 5.4% less closed sales in all properties and 18.9% less inventory compared to one year ago. An indication that there is now a starting to be a low inventory situation in Skokie IL Real Estate and a good time to sell a home. The low supply is more towards Skokie single family homes, not as much with Condos.To break it down further, at this time in September of 2014 there were 57 new listings yet in September of 2015 we see 49 single family homes a loss of 14%. In closed sales of Skokie Single family homes there were 46 in September of 2014 and 49 this year, September of 2015. The inventory of Condominiums is up 14.8% at this ti... 11/17/2015

We just spent an hour at a closing searching for $310.00.My commission check was short $310.00.  Now I know that's not a whole hunk of change, but being off even a nickle is a problem at a title company which is run like a bank.  They have to be accountable for every penny.And, of course, being that we have round table closings, everyone involved had to wait until the $310.00 was found.  The sellers, the buyers, both Realtors and both attorneys sat there twiddling their thumbs... (well, really working the calculators on their phones, whilst reviewing the HUD-1), while we tried to figure out where that $310.00 had gone.It's pretty simple for the buyer's agent (me) to figure out how much he should be bringing back to the office.  And the number just wasn't right.As it turns out, it was a ... 09/30/2015

The values of houses in Skokie IL have gone up in the last three years. Many people are interested in Skokie IL Real Estate, the prices are great and location and amenities excellent. Looking at data from our multiple listing service we see that 2015 shows a 4.3% gain in average list prices of houses and in 2014 it was 17% on the positive side. What does this mean to consumers? If you are interested in selling a house in Skokie IL you will get a good value for your home and if you are interested in purchasing property in Skokie, you can still find a price you will be comfortable with. The prices are going to continue to go up and the news says that the mortgage rates will go up some time in the near future. If you want to skip the report offered and just search, click Skokie Houses and ... 09/10/2015

We are introducing a new resources for people interested in Skokie IL Homes and Condos. This site will give the reader the ability to search all the Skokie Real Estate and see what is currently on the market for sale and also find out interesting information about the schools and the area.If you are interested click Skokie Real Estate and you will have access to this new site we have just created. Skokie IL and Skokie Real Estate has great value and this is a fine opportunity to explore the area.If you become interested in Skokie please feel free to call or email and we can answer any questions.   Understanding your Expectations and Exceeding themColdwell Banker Residential Real Estate(800) 858-7917 09/03/2015

5322 Arcadia Street, Skokie IL 60077Price: $310,000MLS Number: 09020095Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 1.5Square Ft: 2289 Call Jack Lewitz at 708-309-5334 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.   You will love sitting in the Living Room on a cold chilly night watching the fireplace logsCertain homes have character and style and so does this Cape Cod  house in Skokie.  For the discrimnating buyer this house has a New Roof, New Siding, and Furnace. 2 year old hot water heater, 200 Amp Electric, Internet Cabling and Energy Efficient Nest Thermostat. Large Family Room with sliding glass door to large back yard.Make an appointment today!  Call 708-309-5334 and ask for Jack or email JackLewitz@sbcglobal.net      08/26/2015

Today is the 26th Annual North Shore Festival of Art at Westfield Old Orchard mall in Skokie IL. A wonderful time to browse the popular outdoor mall and find inspiration in the work of juried artists specializing in painting, photography, ceramics, glass, jewelry, sculpture, furniture, and more.Besides so much that Old Orchard offers shoppers the festival is an event not to miss with live music on the music stage, so much great food and a perfect day in Skokie IL with mild temperatures. The north end of the festival will be reserved for kids. Art Bingo and the color creation station invite children to channel their inner creative spirit. Adults can be creative too with an on site still life photography contest or take a souvenir snapshot in the festival’s photo booth.Old Orchard Mall is... 07/25/2015

What can I buy in Skokie, IL for $500,000? Let's talk about single-family homes for this post.  Skokie has become a hot-commodity lately.  Properties that are well-priced have been flying off the shelves.  $500,000 can still purchase a very nice home in Skokie.  Here are a few representative examples:                   8111 Kilbourn Avenue, is a 5 bedroom, four bath with a two-car detached garage currently listed for $475,000. The MLS description says that you'll fall in love with this charming renovated English Tudor home with a blend of old & new. As you walk in you get the classic period feel w/arched doorways, crown moldings & leaded glass windows. 9ft ceilings, hardwood floors, eat-in kitch w/42”cherry cabinets, granite & SS appl, zoned a/c & heat, bedrms & baths on every floor: M... 07/02/2015

Here is a report on Skokie IL Real Estate. The 60076 and 60077 zip codes are very popular and we are seeing a great value for sales of houses and condos in Skokie IL. It is a great time to purchase or sell and you will get a great return on your property. Let's look at the facts for Skokie IL Real Estate.Currently there are 147 single family houses for sale in Skokie IL and 144 houses are under contract and waiting to close. In the last 30 days 51 houses have sold and are closed. In the condo scene there are currently 77 properties for sale and 71 under contract and waiting to close In the last 30 days 31 condos have closed and are not sold.Skokie IL real Estate is very desirable and people looking for savings in property tax and overall price sometimes will look at Skokie Vs Evanston t... 06/21/2015

Skokie IL Real Estate May 2015Let's take a look at the Skokie IL Real Estate scene as of May 2015. Skokie is really a popular location for any type of person, young or older, single or families, there is fantastic value, a wonderful location and there is so much to offer in the way of top notch schools and the best shopping in the Old Orchard Mall. People come from all over just to shop at Westfield Old Orchard, every store you can think of is available and it is fun to just window shop, it is an outside mall.Skokie is a neighbor of Evanston IL and yes it does not have beaches but they are only a couple of miles away and the property tax situation is more affordable for many people. I94 the Edens expressway is accessible right off Dempster street and you can get to Chicago and all point... 05/15/2015

Looking to buy or sell a home in Skokie, IL ? Here are my latest blog posts from HomesByHaris.com if you missed them. Homes on larger lots in Skokie, IL Skokie, IL real estate market trends by lot size and availale homes by subdivision. What can 500k buy you in Skokie, IllinoisReal estate market snap shot, available homes on the market and subdivisions. Skokie Condos & Town Homes Condos and Town Home real estate market trends in Skokie and condominium subdivisions. Skokie Real Estate and other stuff on HomesByHaris.com  MLS HOME SEARCH on HomesByHaris.com Homes For Sale in Skokie Condos & Town Homes For Sale in Skokie 2 to 4 Units For Sale in Skokie    If you are looking to buy or sell a home, or purchase new construction in Skokie , IL or Chicago North Shore and Northwest Suburbs, cont... 04/22/2015

Skokie Market Trends for March 2015Skokie home sales for the month of March rose in volume by 35.6% when compared to last year, while the median sale price rose by 25.4% from $193,000 to $242,000. The number of Single Family homes sales rose by 94.4%, while the median sale price rose by 11.1% from $261,000 to $290,000. Condo/townhome sales decreased by 3.7%, while the median sale price rose by 31.4% from $122,000 to $160,263.» View homes for sale in Skokie   » View all recent sales in Skokie_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity program of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. Real Estate listings held by brokerage firms other than MRED Sma... 04/21/2015

Skokie IL is a very desirable community that offers so much and has many affordable options. With access to I94 the Edens Expressway and the Skokie Swift Train that connects to the Chicago "EL". It is the choice of many and we get requests for condos and single family homes on the buyer and seller side quite often. At this time there are 130 single family homes available for sale in Skokie IL and 90 under contract and waiting to close. In the last 30 days we have seen 31 houses close and are sold. In the Skokie condo scene there are currently 77 properties available for sale and 54 under contract and waiting to close. In the last 30 days 29 condos in Skokie have closed. Click Skokie IL Houses or Skokie IL Condos to browse the current inventory served to you directly from the Multiple Li... 03/26/2015

Looking to buy or sell a home in Skokie, IL?   Currently there are 285 homes on the market with an average listing  price of $250,820. 164 homes are under contract in Skokie. 761 were sold in the past 12 months with an average sale price of $252,209.  URL's to available homes on HomesByHaris by price range:  Once on the selected web page, it is easy to save the search, filter by subdivision, filter by property type, baths, beds, garage spaces, lot size & year build   $0 to $200,000 $200,000 to $300,000 $300,000 to $400,000 $400,000 to $500,000 $500,000 to $600,000  $600,000 to $700,000  $700,000 to $800,000  $800,000 to $900,000  $900,000 to $1,000,000 Over $1,000,000    Single Family Homes in Skokie, IL  Condos & Town Homes in Skokie, IL  Two to Four Units in Skokie, IL   Real Estate M... 03/23/2015

Madison Elementary School, Skokie, IL - March 2015 About Madison Elementary School Madison Elementary School is a P-2 school in District 69, and is located at 5100 Madison St in Skokie, IL. It services homes in Morton Grove and Skokie. Single-FamilyHomes23 Condos &Townhomes13 Foreclosuresfor Sale2 NewConstruction5 AdultCommunities0 Homes for sale in the Madison Elementary School area Address Beds Baths Built Price 8233 Kenneth Ave., Skokie, IL 2 1.1 1953 $289,000 8232 Niles Center Rd. #406, Skokie, IL 1 1.0 1970 $69,900 5016 Wright Ter., Skokie, IL 3 1.0 1955 $239,000 5440 Main St., Skokie, IL 3 3.0 1959 $299,900 5430 Keeney St., Morton Grove, IL 3 1.1 1952 $300,000 5115 Main St., Skokie, IL 4 4.0 2002 $669,000 5725 Warren St., Morton Grove, IL 3 1.1 1962 $284,900 5000 Oakton St. #206,... 03/10/2015

Skokie IL has become more desirable in recent years for home owners with it's good schools and taxes slightly more reasonable then Evanston IL Real Estate. The shopping, restaurants and public transportation are very accessible and so is the Edens Expressway or I94. At this time we are seeing a lack of inventory compared to 2014. We are getting many calls requesting Skokie houses and Condos for sale and it is a very good time to consider putting your property on the market. Skokie is within 60076 and 60077 Zip codes. If you just want to see the Skokie IL Real Estate situation we have provided you a direct link to the multiple listing service, feel free to click Skokie IL Homes, Skokie IL Condos and browse freely. No email or names are required to access this data unless you want to requ... 02/04/2015

Skokie IL Rated As 5th Best Dressed Suburbs In America The Movoto Real Estate Blog says that Skokie IL is the 5th best dressed Suburb in America. Their criteria is using the the number of high-end clothing stores for men and women, jewelry stores and dry cleaners. These people know how to dress. Here’s the Top 10 Best Dressed Suburbs in America: 1. Santa Monica, CA 2. Scottsdale, AZ 3. Jacksonville Beach, FL 4. Santa Clara, CA 5. Skokie, IL 6. Cambridge, MA 6. Miami Beach, FL 8. Berkeley, CA 9. Brentwood, TN 10. Glendale, CA   How did we make that list? This suburb list is a collection of the largest suburbs of the 50 largest cities in the country. We looked at the city’s designation as a suburb on Wikipedia, if it made it on the list of inner-ring suburbs, and if it was mentioned in an... 01/25/2015

Devonshire Elementary School, Skokie, IL - January 2015 About Devonshire Elementary School Devonshire Elementary School is a K-5 school in District 68, and is located at 9040 Kostner Ave in Skokie, IL. It services homes in Skokie. Single-FamilyHomes9 Condos &Townhomes3 Foreclosuresfor Sale0 NewConstruction0 AdultCommunities0 Homes for sale in the Devonshire Elementary School area Address Beds Baths Built Price 4645 Dempster St., Skokie, IL 5 3.2 1995 $1,225,000 8910 Skokie Blvd. #1N, Skokie, IL 2 1.0 0 $189,000 10019 La Crosse Ave., Skokie, IL 3 2.1 1976 $569,000 4637 Church St. #B, Skokie, IL 2 1.1 1958 $169,900 4044 Enfield Ave., Skokie, IL 2 2.1 1960 $424,500 8701 Keeler Ave., Skokie, IL 3 2.1 1958 $375,000 8709 Kedvale Ave., Skokie, IL 3 2.0 1955 $388,800 8747 Keeler Ave. #D, Skoki... 01/21/2015

Optima Old Orchard Woods, Skokie, Illinois - January 2015 About Optima Old Orchard Woods Optima Old Orchard Woods is a condo community in Skokie, Illinois. Optima Old Orchard Woods features sunset views overlooking the forest preserve or city views overlooking the skyline of Chicago. Year-round glass enclosed pool, spa, and fitness center. Pets are welcome. Average taxes in Optima Old Orchard Woods $5,468 Average association fees in Optima Old Orchard Woods $469 ($284 - $727) Average home size in Optima Old Orchard Woods 1,284 ft2 Average lot size in Optima Old Orchard Woods 0.00 acres Average year built in Optima Old Orchard Woods 2007 Homes for sale in Optima Old Orchard Woods Address Beds Baths Built Price 9655 Woods Dr. #1806 2 2.0 2006 $399,000 9715 Woods Dr. #1605 2 2.0 2006 $224... 01/20/2015

Timber Ridge, Skokie, Illinois - January 2015 About Timber Ridge Timber Ridge is a single family home neighborhood built in the mid 1950's. Timber Ridge is located in Skokie, Illinois on Four Winds and Tamaroa. Average taxes in Timber Ridge $5,705 Average association fees in Timber Ridge $0 Average home size in Timber Ridge 3,138 ft2 Average lot size in Timber Ridge 0.00 acres Average year built in Timber Ridge 1979 Homes for sale in Timber Ridge Address Beds Baths Built Price 3708 Davis St. 4 2.2 1979 $549,999 Sales Summary for Timber Ridge  (Jan 12, 2014 - Jan 12, 2015) # of Sales Average Days on Market Average List Average Sale Ratio% 6 83 $425,150 $417,167 98.1% Recent home sales in Timber Ridge Address Beds Baths Sold 8921 Sleeping Bear Rd. 3 2.0 $280,000 8947 Tamaroa Ter. 4 3.1 $... 01/11/2015

Madison Elementary School, Skokie, IL - January 2015 About Madison Elementary School Madison Elementary School is a P-2 school in District 69, and is located at 5100 Madison St in Skokie, IL. It services homes in Morton Grove and Skokie. Single-FamilyHomes27 Condos &Townhomes13 Foreclosuresfor Sale3 NewConstruction5 AdultCommunities0 Homes for sale in the Madison Elementary School area Address Beds Baths Built Price 8541 Lotus Ave. #813, Skokie, IL 2 1.1 1956 $90,000 8161 Niles Center Rd. #2D, Skokie, IL 2 1.1 1975 $117,500 4839 Greenleaf St., Skokie, IL 6 3.0 1928 $369,900 8325 Mango Ave., Morton Grove, IL 5 5.0 2007 $699,900 4849 Elm Dr. #C, Skokie, IL 3 1.1 1958 $175,000 8712 Skokie Blvd. #2KN, Skokie, IL 1 1.0 1960 $62,000 4547 Main St., Skokie, IL 3 2.0 1957 $282,500 5715 Main St.... 01/08/2015