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Hawthorn Club community has family appealMay 10, 2013 12:00 AM
When Barb and Marc Rosenstock sought a larger home for their growing family, they simply stayed in Hawthorn Club, the Vernon Hills neighborhood where they live and purchased a more spacious home. “We remodeled the house to be what we always wanted, and we like our nice yard with trees,” Barb Rosenstock said. Her favorite room in their home is her office with a window seat — a room with a view. "Every day someone walks by and says 'hi,'” Rosenstock said. “I grew up in a rural area, so it’s nice to see people, all kinds of people and children, dogs, new puppies. I like having people around."
Lake Arlington profiled in neighborhood spotlight May 3, 2013 12:00 AM
Fourteen years ago, Luis and Nikky Cifuentes downsized from a large home in Deerfield to a ranch home in Lake Arlington neighborhood to be near their two daughters and closer to their business in Schaumburg. "We like the architecture of the subdivision, and it's very well kept," Luis Cifuentes said.
Hoffman Estates neighborhood built in two stages Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
An attractive community with large homes, excellent school districts and convenient location make the Charlemagne Breton Pointe subdivision an ideal place to settle and raise a family. Situated north of Algonquin Road and east and west of Huntington Boulevard in Hoffman Estates, the subdivision features parks, playgrounds and two ponds — one that hosts a popular fishing derby every year.
Meadowdale neighborhood experiences resurgence Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
The Meadowdale subdivision in Carpentersville began in 1955 when local farmer Leonard Besinger built small, affordable homes for returning veterans and their young families. He sold 700 houses in the first two years and strong sales continued. Today, through Homes by OTTO, many of these homes are being completely rebuilt.
Campton model home opens at Ingham Park in Aurora Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Aurora is a new home community, Ingham Park, that offers exciting kitchen designs and larger secondary bedrooms for children's active lifestyles. At Ingham Park, Ryland Homes is building seven floor plans that feature 9-foot first-floor ceilings, four bedrooms, 2½ to four baths and a three-car garage.
Brentwood neighborhood offers comforts of homeApr 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Dimitrios and Irene Apostolopoulos moved from New York to Mount Prospect almost 20 years ago when Demitrios worked in the research and development center at Kraft Foods in Glenview. "I didn't know much about the area, but Brentwood was one of the subdivisions people in HR recommended," Dimitrios Apostolopoulos said.
Large homes, good schools draw buyers to Inverness Hills Mar 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Two years ago, Wanda and Frank Tardio moved from Palatine to a larger home in Inverness Hills. "I was familiar with the area and liked it, then I fell in love with the house, and next I met such nice neighbors — that I knew it was where I wanted to be," Wanda Tardio said.
Shodeen sells Geneva apartmentsMar 22, 2013 12:00 AM
An affiliate of Radco Investments, an Atlanta private equity firm, has purchased the 226-unit Brittany Court Apartments community in Geneva. The affiliate purchased the apartment complex from Shodeen Inc., the Geneva-based developer that built Brittany Court and has managed the property since 1989.
Winston Knolls a quintessential suburban neighborhood Feb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Winston Knolls in Hoffman Estates reminds Terri Hunt of the kind of neighborhood you see in the movies — the picture perfect family neighborhood. “Residents have a lamp post on all night at the end of their driveways, so when you drive through the neighborhood, it’s a warm and cozy feeling,” said Hunt, a real estate broker with RE/MAX Suburban.
Condo living in downtown Arlington Heights Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Seven months ago, Cathy and Kevin Marrinan moved from their home in the Catskill Mountains to a condominium in downtown Arlington Heights to be closer to their daughter and grandchildren. "I'm so happy here I can't believe it," Kevin Marrinan said of their home in the Evergreen building.
Cambridge Lakes opens Cascade model home Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
DR Horton opens a new model, the Cascade, at Cambridge Lakes in Pingree Grove. The community offers residents a 30,000-square-foot rec center along with 360 acres of open space including wooded park areas and natural conservation areas.
Sleepy Hollow’s first neighborhood Jan 25, 2013 12:00 AM
It’s no coincidence that Carol Yucuis lives on Carol Crest Drive in Sleepy Hollow Manor. Developer Floyd Falese named the street after her years ago when she and her husband Charles purchased the first lot on the block in the new subdivision.
Gaslight Terrace is a hidden gem Jan 18, 2013 12:00 AM
With rolling hills, wooded half-acre lots and spacious homes, the Gaslight Terrace subdivision in Algonquin offers a great place to settle and raise a family. “It’s the best kept secret in Algonquin,” said Sharon Gidley, real estate broker with RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest.
Schools are a major draw for Klein Creek Jan 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Twelve years ago, the excellent school district with award-winning Pleasant Hill School within walking distance attracted Mary and John Lamberts to the Klein Creek subdivision in Winfield. Joann Coghill, a school board member and co-owner of Keller Williams Premiere Properties, often sees firsthand the impact of the schools on real estate and enjoys talking about it.
Emerald Hills in Streamwood offers move-up homes Jan 4, 2013 12:00 AM
A convenient location, affordable homes and friendly environment make Emerald Hills a desirable place for homebuyers to settle and raise their families. Bongi Homes Corp. constructed homes with 1,600 to 2,730 square feet in this Streamwood subdivision in the late 1990s.
Shelburne Crossing opens new model townhouse Dec 28, 2012 12:00 AM
Shelburne Crossing is now showcasing the new Diversey model, part of the Uptown Series of townhouses, at its maintenance-free community in Winfield. With a scenic pond, gazebo and walking paths, the community by M/I Homes features residences with two-car garages accessed through motor courts in the rear of the buildings.
Open space, schools a highlight in Inverness neighborhood Dec 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Karen Goettsche's first transaction as a Realtor 24 years ago was the purchase of a lot in the Muirfield subdivision in Inverness as an investment for her and her husband Jerry. But on second thought: "Wouldn't it be fun to live here," she said.
Tanglewood Hills in Batavia offers estate homes Dec 7, 2012 12:00 AM
Set in the rolling hills of Batavia, Tanglewood Hills offers stunning estate homes surrounded by natural beauty — 100-year-old oak trees, a wildflower meadow and a beautiful stream that meanders through the property.
Homebuilder, buyers benefit from lower land prices Dec 1, 2012 12:00 AM
Brian and Karen Brunhofer and their Deerfield-based Meritus Homes, founded in mid-2010, offers prospective buyers the benefits of experience and timing. Both spent 12 years working for Pulte-Del Webb, learning how to build homes the right way while also acquiring knowledge on how to sustain a business, even in difficult times.
Hampshire Prairie offers small town atmosphere Nov 30, 2012 12:00 AM
Residents of Hampshire Prairie hear sounds of country life from their neat, tree-lined subdivision in Hampshire. Michelle and Scott Johnston moved to the subdivision 11 years ago from an older part of town. "We hear roosters crowing and can still see a farm and corn field out back," Michelle Johnston said.