Long Grove Real Estate
Long Grove Real Estate, Benefits of Homeownership
September 2, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
When it comes to Long Grove real estate it is important to know that even in a recession there are benefits to home ownership. The high number of people who are underwater on their mortgage has spread a panic of sorts, making people believe that home values will never rise to the levels where they were. This is speculation. Home prices may drop more, they may level out, no one can read the future. What is certain is that home values ar
e more reasonable than they have been in years and that mortgage rates, hovering below 4.4%, make buying a Long Grove home even more affordable.
Long Grove real estate, as well as real estate across the nation, is closely tied to employment levels and economic recovery. Early numbers for August are showing an improvement in retail sales and filings for unemployment. The rocky road to recovery is making small steps forward and when recovery is here in full mortgage rates will begin to rise, as will home values. When that will happen is an unknown, but it could be sooner than later.
Today it is a buyers market when it comes to Long Grove homes. If you would like to get out and take a closer look at the market please give me a call today. Click here to read a recent article from the New York Times regarding the benefits of home ownership.
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. Click here for some information on market pricing in regards to homes in Long Grove IL.
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Long Grove Real Estate: Housing Market Report July for 2010
August 31, 2010 by Alicia · Leave a Comment
It is important for buyers and sellers to know what is going on in the market around there area. That is why I provide everyone with Year to Date Sales of Long Grove Homes and Long Grove Townhouses and sales are on the rise in 2010. The Realtor Association of Northwest Chicagoland is showing for July of 2010 a 38.8% increase in Long Grove Single Family Homes Sales and a 61.1% decrease in Townhome and Condos Sales. Please take into consideration there are not much attached housing in the area. The median sales price is down 5.2% on single family homes and is down 10.3% on attached home sales. The Long Grove Real Estate Market is staying steady in 2010, low interest rates and reasonable prices of homes are keeping buyers active in the market. The higher priced homes in the area are attributing to the decreased prices and sales in the area because there are not as many buyers out there for the higher end price range. High end buyers are looking for great deals, which in turn brings down the prices of the million dollar homes. Although market time for home sales may not be what it was 5 years ago, sellers with patience and a good realtor can get their home sold for fair market value.
Please view the market reports in full below to see information on Long Grove and all of the surrounding towns of the Northwest Suburbs. For more information on Real Estate in Long Grove or to get a FREE Home Market Report by The Sharron Kelley Team please contact me, Sharron Kelley at 847-465-3638 or email me at sharron@northernillinoishomes.com. We work for our home sellers and buyers to get the job done.
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Long Grove Real Estate – What is Going On With Pricing?
August 17, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
The biggest question for Home Sellers in Long Grove Illinois is: when are home prices going up? There are currently 153 homes for sale in Long Grove, 4 Long Grove Homes sold in July and 9 more are currently under contract and awaiting closing. Based on the current supply and demand, basic math points to it taking roughly 38 months to sell your Long Grove home in today’s market. While most people want to believe that real estate is recovering, the reality is that it has a long way to go. Real estate is closely tied to employment, and employment figures are still not looking good. Last night on the evening news it was reported that we lost 484,000 jobs this past month and Chicago lead the country with an increase of 30 percent in foreclosure filings. What does this mean for Long Grove Home Sellers?
Firstly, if you are not willing to price your home to sell, then now is not the time to put your home on the market. Secondly, if you are going to sell your Long Grove home then your need to prepare it to sell.
As an experienced Long Grove Realtor, when I meet a new potential client we go through the house and I make suggestions such as getting rid of the clutter, taking down wall paper, painting, replacing old carpeting, updating appliances , and so on. I also hire a home stager for a consultation once we are committed to work together.
Selling your Long Grove Home today is like being in a beauty contest with a price war. With 38 months of inventory you need to finish in the top 5 percent of every showing. The market is going to take years to recover and until we have jobs we will not see a price recovery and no one knows where the market is going to end up. If you are waiting until next year because you think the pricing will be better when it comes to Long Grove real estate, that will not be the case, so if you want to sell then do not wait to move forward with your plans.
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. Click here for some information on market pricing in regards to homes in Long Grove IL.
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Long Grove Illinois, A Great Community in Which to Live
August 14, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
The Village of Long Grove, located in Northern Illinois, was founded in 1956 on the premise of creating and preserving a community based on preserving open space, maintaining low density housing and upholding a solid quality of life. However the history of the area is evident throughout the area with many buildings dating back well into the early to mid 1800s. Long Grove offers residents a small town lifestyle, enabling people to live outside of the rat race that they may spend their days working in.
We currently have two exclusive listings in Long Grove Illinois as well as access to all of the homes currently for sale in the area. These spectacular homes are different and each is well worth a look. The estate home that I have listed is truly spectacular and will offer some lucky family a lifetime of memories. Likewise the three bedroom home that I have listed is updated and located in a spectacular Long Grove setting.
If you have been considering moving to Northern Illinois you may want to consider Long Grove. As a real estate professional in Long Grove I have access to all homes currently on the market here and can help educate you on the community and neighborhoods that would work best for you.
If you would like more information on Long Grove Real Estate, contact me, Sharron Kelleywww.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com for all of your real estate needs. at 847-465-3638 or email me at Sharron@NorthernIllinoisHomes.com. Click here for some information on market pricing in regards to homes in Long Grove IL.
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Long Grove Estate Home for Sale Listed by Long Grove Realtor Sharron Kelley
August 10, 2010 by Michelle · Leave a Comment
Long Grove Estate Home for Sale Listed by Long Grove Realtor Sharron Kelley
Looking for a great location in Long Grove, IL to call home? Look no further, this is it!
This stunning estate home is situated on a pristine lot of just over an acre that backs to prairie with high end level of finish inside & out .
Featuring 10ft ceilings, arched walls and niches, and a grand two story circular staircase & entry, this home is sure to please the moment you walk in the front door.
The high end kitchen that’s fit for a chef has 42” natural cherry cabinets, granite countertops, a center island with a prep sink and breakfast bar, a sub zero refrigerator and high end Bosch appliances. Entertaining is a breeze with the wet bar that’s complete with an ice maker and refrigerator.
The first level features a 2 story family room with a stone surround fireplace and built –in entertainment center, a library with custom built in cherry bookcases, and a sunroom overlooking the luscious landscape. The formal living room features a piano room with a wedding cake ceiling and crystal chandelier and the dining room has a trayed ceiling, custom crystal light fixtures and a butlers bar with 42” cherry cabinets and granite countertops.
The full size lower level of the home is perfect for entertaining family and friends. Complete with a expansive circular bar area with granite countertops, ice maker and refrigerator, a complete kitchen, game area, theater room, and workout area.
The master suite features a sitting room, gas fireplace, coffee bar with built in refrigerator, tiered Jacuzzi double tub, skylights, and double cherry vanities with marble countertops.
If all of that is not enough, this home features a stunning backyard oasis with a heated in-ground pool, built in grill with grilling island and brick bar, and fabulous luscious landscaping surrounds you at this private retreat.
This amazing piece of Long Grove Real Estate feeds into school district 96 and highly desirable Stevenson High School. This home is 10+ and a must see on your Long Grove real estate search!
For more information on this home or to see other homes for sale in Long Grove contact a member of the Sharron Kelley Team at 847-465-3638! Sharron and her team are experts in the Long Grove real estate market and can help with all you real estate needs.
You can also visit the Sharron Kelley Team’s free MLS home search to view homes for sale in the Long Grove area.
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Long Grove Real Estate: Home SOLD in Fields of Long Grove!
July 20, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
Gorgeous Long Grove Home with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths located in Fields of Long Grove Sold by The Sharron Kelley Team. This beautiful home is situated on a private wooded lot on a cul-de-sac with beautiful professional landscaping. The home is absolutely gorgeous throughout with upgrades galore.
The Long Grove area dates back to the early 1800’s when settlers started to build small houses and stores on what we know today as Downtown Long Grove. The 160 acres that the town is sitting on has expanded into a great wooded and classy place with gorgeous upscale homes. To View Homes in Long Grove that are For Sale Click Here.
Long Grove Schools
Schools in Long Grove offer great education and attract home buyers to the area. Homes in Fields of Long Grove feed into District 96 and District 125. Country Meadows Elementary School and Woodlawn Middle Schools are fabulous skill building schools. Stevenson High School is a national acclaimed school that ranked 167this year for top schools in the United States. With top honor awards for education and sports, this is the school where many people desire to send their kids in the Northwest Suburbs.
Long Grove also offers great options for working parents with young ones. Check out my blog Long Grove Schools Offer a Great Education for information on local Montessori schools and all of the schools in the area.
Long Grove Attractions
The Historical Village of Long Grove draws many people from all over Illinois every year. It is filled with unique shops, restaurants, walking paths, festivals and more. Every year you can attend the Chocolate Festival, the Strawberry Festival, the Ice Meltin Blues Festival, Oktoberfest and more. The town offers fun for the family all year long.
For those of you who like to Golf visit the Royal Melbourne Country Club located at 4700 Royal Melbourne Drive in Long Grove. Another gorgeous and well know golf course in the area in Kemper Lake Golf Club located at 24000 N Old McHenry Road in Kildeer. Although you cannot golf all year long in Illinois, this area does have some great golf courses to choose from.
Long Grove has so much to offer as well as the surrounding areas. In particular you can buy a home near ponds and lakes with woods surrounding you, so you can get the feel of living in a secluded area but you are so close to everything.
As a Long Grove Realtor, it is always a pleasure to show new buyers around the area. Working with buyers and sellers in the area is what I do best. If you are looking to buy or sell a Long Grove Home contact me, Sharron Kelley at 847-465-3638 or email me at sharron@northernillinoishomes.com. I can help you with all of your real estate needs in the Northern and Northwest Suburbs of Illinois. Visit my website www.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com for current and up to date information.
