2011 has come and gone and from some in the Buffalo Grove real estate market it was a good year and for others it was not.

The year end market reports for the Buffalo Grove Real Estate market are mixed. Existing detached sales were down 4.3% in 2011 from 2010, but existing attached homes sales were up 6.7%. While these number are nothing too drastic, the numbers that are, are the average sales amounts. The average sales amount of a detached single family Buffalo Grove home in 2011 was $305,990 down 12.5% from $349,804. The number for the attached housing market reads similar, at an average of $141,052 per home down 15% from $165,910.

We have been saying it all year in each and every market report blog we write. NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY! Prices are low, interests rates are low, and there is a surplus of homes on the market, so there are a lot of choices when shopping for a home in the Buffalo Grove real estate market.

If you are a seller we know it is tough. We deal with this hectic environment each and every day. What we can tell you is that statistically prices have been dropping for a few years now. Unfortunately, the end is not near with what analysts are saying is record numbers of inventory siting in the wings waiting to be released by the banks as foreclosure properties. What we are advising is that if you want to sell and purchase and new home you should do it now. Yes, you are possibly losing money on your sale, but that your loss is likely to get larger over the next couple years. When you buy you must consider that you will be making up part of the loss by purchasing low and at record low interests rates.

Please visit the links for this years 2011 Buffalo Grove Real Estate Market Reports.

View Full Year To Date Attached Buffalo Grove December 2011 Market Report

View Full Year To Date Detached Buffalo Grove December 2011 Market Report

View Full Month To Date Attached Buffalo Grove December 2011 Market Report

View Full Month To Date Detached Buffalo Grove December 2011 Market Report

Please contact me, Sharron Kelley, today at 847-465-3638, for the latest updates on Buffalo Grove real estate. Click here for free access to the Buffalo Grove MLS, to view all available Buffalo Grove Real Estate, Long Grove Real Estate, Vernon Hills Real Estate and Palatine Illinois Real Estate.

www.220StantonDr.com

Welcome to 220 Stanton Dr in Buffalo Grove! This wonderful home has just been listed for sale on the Buffalo Grove Real Estate market and is located in the highly desirable subdivision of Old Farm Village. What was once a Coventry model has now been transformed into a custom home with 2 amazing additions and boasts 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and 2930 SQ FT.

Upon entering this wonderful Buffalo Grove home you are greeted by a 2 story foyer that opens to the spacious living room that has vaulted beamed ceilings, carpeting, wall sconces, and plantation shutters. The dining room has rich hardwood flooring, crown moldings, and custom light fixtures.

The large family room is perfect for entertaining with a fireplace with gas starter, built-in bookcases, and french doors leading to the patio. Just off of the family room is the first stunning addition, a four seasons room that you will spend all of your time in. There are gorgeous hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, recessed lighting, a ceiling fan, and a wet bar. There is wall of windows that lets natural light pour in and allows you to enjoy the tranquil views.

The kitchen has been remodeled with gorgeous granite counter tops, refinished java stained cabinetry, and all new appliances. There is plenty of counter space and a large eat-in area that make this kitchen perfect for entertaining a large crowd.

The master suite has two walk-in closets and a spacious bath.  The master bath has been updated  with a new his and her vanity, quartz counter tops , Kohler sinks, and new faucets. There is a tiled floor,  double shower, and vaulted ceilings.

This is a wonderful home that is perfect for a family looking for a great place to curl up at the end of a long day or for a place to get together and entertain family and friends. The home is situated on a quiet lot, yet is close to amenities like shopping and Metra. Another great feature of this great piece of Buffalo Grove real estate is that it is located in highly desirable Earl Pritchett Elementary and Aptakisic Middle School as well as award winning Stevenson High School.

Village of Buffalo Grove:

• Buffalo Grove – http://www.vbg.org/
  

  Buffalo Grove Schools:

• Buffalo Grove District 96 – http://www.district96.k12.il.us/
• Stevenson High School – http://www.district125.k12.il.us/
• Harper College – http://www.harpercollege.edu/
• College of Lake County – http://www.clcillinois.edu/index.asp

Please contact me, Sharron Kelley, today at 847-465-3638, for the latest updates on Buffalo Grove real estate. Click here for free access to the Buffalo Grove MLS, to view all available Buffalo Grove Real Estate, Long Grove Real Estate, Vernon Hills Real Estate and Palatine Illinois Real Estate.

Welcome to 1003 Creek Bend Dr in Vernon Hills! This wonderful home has just been listed for sale on the Vernon Hills Real Estate market and is located in the highly desirable subdivision of Sugar Creek.

Upon entering this stunning piece of Vernon Hills real estate you will be greeted by a 2 story foyer with a curved staircase and gorgeous hardwood floors. There is a spacious dinning room with harwood floors with a porcelien tile inlay, recessed lighting , and custom paint. The living room is located just of the entry and is peaceful retreat to curl up with a good book.

The large family room is perfect for entertaining with a fireplace with gas logs, recessed lighting, a dry bar, and a built-in entertainment center. Just off of the family room is a stunning kitchen with a spacious eating area with plenty of room for the whole family.

The kitchen has a high level of finish with gorgeous granite counter tops, custom solid birch cabinetry, and top of the line stainless steel appliances. There is an island, breakfast bar, and large eat-in area that make this kitchen perfect for entertaining a large crowd.

The master suite in this Vernon Hills home has a generous size master bath with a his and hers vanity, large whirlpool tub, double shower, and his and her walk-in closets.

This is a wonderful home that is perfect for a family looking for a great place to curl up at the end of a long day or for a place to get together and entertain family and friends. This home is situated on a quiet tree line lot, yet is close to amenities like shopping and Metra. Another great feature of this great piece of Vernon Hills real estate is that it is located in highly desirable school district 103 and award winning Stevenson High School.

If you are looking for a new home in the Vernon Hills or Buffalo Grove area  this great home at 1003 Creek Bend Dr. in Vernon Hills has so much to offer and should not be missed. Contact a member of the Sharron Kelley Team today at 847-465-3638 or visit us at www.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com.

Vernon Hills, Illinois

• Vernon Hills – http://www.vernonhills.org/
• Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103 -  http://www.district103.k12.il.us/
• College of Lake County – http://www.clcillinois.edu
• Please contact me, Sharron Kelley, today at 847-465-3638, for the latest updates on Buffalo Grove real estate. Click here for free access to the Buffalo Grove MLS, to view all available Buffalo Grove Real Estate, Long Grove Real Estate, Vernon Hills Real Estate and Palatine Illinois Real Estate.

www.120ScottRoad.com

Fabulous 11,500 Square Foot All Brick 6 Bedroom, 7.5 Bathroom Custom Home on 2.97 Acres. This Amazing North Barrington Home Sits Back in a Wooded Area and Wraps Around Back With an Amazing Deck, Huge Yard, In ground Pool, Hot Tub & Waterfall. The Brand New Lower Living Area Walks Out to This Beautiful View.

This Home Features 4 Fireplaces & All Custom Mill Work Throughout, With Old World Hand Crafted Built-in’s. The High End Gourmet Kitchen Includes 48” Raised Upper Cabinets, Granite Countertops, Two Sub Zero Refrigerators, 2 Islands, plus more and a Floor to Ceiling Window Paned Eating Area With a Gorgeous View.

The Master Suite Has a Sitting Area with a Fireplace, a Completely Custom Closet and a Luxury Bathroom With His & Her Sink, a Spa Tub & Oversized Glass Shower. All of the Bedrooms in this Barrington Beauty Have Attached Bathrooms.

The 4500 Square Foot Full Finished Basement is set up for an In-law arrangement & walks out to the Amazing Pool Area. The Basement Features 2 Bathrooms, a Bedroom, Sitting Area, Full Kitchen, Great Room, Theater Room, Family Room & Exercise Room. What a Stunning Home!

Barrington, Illinois: School and Community Information

• Barrington – http://www.barrington-il.gov/

Barrington Schools:

• Barrington District 220 – http://www.barrington220.org/bhs/site/default.asp/
• Harper College – http://www.harpercollege.edu/
• Barrington High School – http://www.barrington220.org/bhs/site/default.asp/
• College of Lake County – http://www.clcillinois.edu/index.asp

Estate Home at 120 Scott Rd, North Barrington

EXTERIOR FEATURES
• Custom Brick Home with 11500 sq ft of Living Space
• Approximately 3 Private Wooded Acres
• Professedly Landscaped with Blue Stone Entrance
• Circular Driveway with Retaining Walls
• 4 Car Garage with Rear Entry
• In Ground Heated Pool with Auto Vac System
• Hot Tub with Waterfall
• Outdoor Living Area with Tumbled Brick Paved Patio
• Beautiful Deck Overlooking Pool & Patio

INTERIOR FEATURES
• Six Bedrooms & 7.5 Baths
• Fully Finished 4500 sq ft Walk Out Basement
• Insulated Low E Double Pane Glass Windows
• 10 ft First Floor/9 ft Second Floor Ceiling
• Custom Millwork & Built-ins Throughout
• Oak Flooring
• 4 Fireplaces
• Full Surround Sound Audio System with 4 zones and touch screen controls. In Wall Speakers Throughout.

MECHANICALS
• 3 Zone High Efficiency Heating & Cooling System
• 3 Humidifiers
• 3 Electronic Air Filters
• 3 Hot Water Heaters
• Water Softener with Filtration System

2 STORY ENTRY
• Built-in Old World Armoire with German Antique Mirror
• Mahogany Staircase with Wrought Iron Railing
• Hand Crafted Custom Mahogany Door with Lead Glass
• Palladium Window with Lead Glass
• Marble Floors with Granite Inlays

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You can visit our website at www.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com or www.SharronKelley.com for more information on this current listing and see how we get homes SOLD!

The November 2011 Market Reports are in for the Long Grove real estate market and there is some wonderful and exciting news for the detached single family sector. Year to date the number of homes sold in the Long Grove – Lake Zurich – Hawthorn Woods – Kildeer real estate market is up 10% with 363 home sold in 2011 compared to 330 in 2010. But that’s not it! The average and median sales price are showing signs of stabilizing in this area. The year to date change in this market has seen a decline of 1.6% – 1.7%. Yes, I did say stabilizing and decline together. When you view the market reports below you will see some areas with 40% to almost 50% declines over the past year. In the Long Grove – Lake Zurich – Hawthorn Woods – Kildeer real estate market the numbers seem to be showing a slow down in the decline of prices and an upswing in the amount of homes sold.

This is HUGE news if you are selling in this area. Don’t wait any longer to sell, the time is NOW! Interest rates are still at all time lows and if you price right to be in this market and your home is ready to shine you will sell.  The Sharron Kelley Team can help you take your Long Grove real estate from “For Sale” to “Sold”. Call us today for a complete market analysis of your home to see if now is your time to sell.

View Full Year To Date Attached Long Grove November 2011 Market Report

View Full Year To Date Detached Long Grove November 2011 Market Report

View Full Month To Date Attached Long Grove November 2011 Market Report

View Full Month To Date Detached Long Grove November 2011 Market Report

If you would like more information on Long Grove Real Estate, contact me, Sharron Kelley, www.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com for all of your real estate needs at 847-465-3638 or email me at Sharron@NorthernIllinoisHomes.com.  I would be happy to offer information on market pricing in regards to homes in Long Grove IL.  I also specialize in Buffalo Grove Real Estate, Vernon Hills Real Estate, andPalatine Real Estate.