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Elmhurst Open House List for Feb. 23-24

Thursday, February 21, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

608 W Babcock Ave, Elmhurst

106 N Myrtle Ave, Elmhurst

450 E Ridge Ave, Elmhurst

608 W Babcock Ave	Elmhurst	02/23/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$299,900
664 N Indiana St	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$343,000
558 S Hillcrest Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$360,000
516 N Evergreen Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$389,000
947 S Fern Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$399,900
651 W Gladys Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:30-4:00 PM	$420,000
365 E South St	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$425,000
203 N Berteau Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$429,900
220 N Oak St	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$485,000
628 S Fairview Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$487,500
841 S Bryan St	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	11:00AM-3:00 PM	$549,000
200 W Grandview St	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$580,000
247 N Illinois St	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$615,000
222 N Addison Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$650,000
657 N West Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$719,000
331 N Shady Ln	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$729,900
482 S Rex Blvd	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$750,000
501 N Howard Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$759,000
374 E Harrison Ct	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$830,000
106 N Myrtle Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$835,000
462 N Ida Ln	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$864,900
450 E Ridge Ave	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$950,000
588 S Swain Ave	Elmhurst	02/23/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$969,900
142 N Walnut St	Elmhurst	02/24/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,079,900

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Prepping To Put Your House on the Market? Read This First!

Thursday, February 21, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

Are you thinking of listing your house this spring? Great idea! It’s the best time to sell a home—the days are longer, the sun brightens up rooms, and buyers are eager to get settled before a school year. But as you assess what to do before you put your house on the market, we’ve got a few tips.

1. Beware the DIY

Before you try upgrading the electrical yourself or finally rodding out your plumbing line, stop and consider calling a professional. The money you save could also be money you have to pay back when a home inspection uncovers aspects of the house that aren’t up to code, and buyers can often quickly pick out projects done in a shoddy manner.

2. Don’t over-improve

Most people know that kitchens and bathrooms get the best return on the investment, however, a complete/gutted kitchen overhaul will only get you a 62% ROI while a minor remodel (cabinet doors, new countertops, new or newer appliances) typically returns 81% of the investment. Also, keep in mind comparable homes. Buyers of mid-market houses don’t expect top-of-the-line appliances, and by putting them in, you may find yourself priced out of your key demographic.

3. Fun amenities don’t appeal to many buyers

For some buyers, a swimming pool is the ultimate luxury, but for others it’s a liability or just another thing to take care of.Bidets, wet bars, and themed rooms also fall into this category.

4. Bold walls and floors

A room painted jade green or bright red might add a pop of color to a house, but it also makes the space seem smaller and can prevent buyers from imagining their furniture. Consider painting rooms in a neutral white, gray, or beige before listing. The same concept applies to carpeting. That bright blue carpeting in the bedroom might look great with your drapes, and the checkered carpeting in the family room might be a fun conversation piece, but for a buyer, it’s just one more thing to replace.

5. Over-decorating

You may love Precious Moments figurines, dried flowers, or three layers of draperies, but buyers have trouble seeing behind the visual stimulation. A good rule of thumb is to let in as much natural light and as you can and declutter surfaces as much as possible so buyers get a sense of how the space flows. The same goes for walls—limit your artwork or framed photographs.

Finally, listen to your real estate agent. We have years of experience in knowing what sells, and we genuinely want to help you get top dollar. We are happy to make recommendations, just don’t take them personally. Saying you need to weed out your bookshelves or take down framed family photos isn’t a reflection on you, it’s what will help your home sell quickly and at a good price.

If you’re thinking of listing your house soon, give us a call. We’re happy to give you a free consultation and offer our professional opinion. Reach out to us at (630) 441-5570 or www.gmregroup.com.

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Elmhurst Open House List for Feb. 16-17

Thursday, February 14, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

585 S Bryan St, Elmhurst

319 E Butterfield Rd, Elmhurst

743 N Willow Rd	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$329,900
451 W Elm Park Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$364,900
558 S Hillcrest Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$368,500
606 S Cedar Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$389,000
651 W Gladys Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	12:30 PM	$420,000
880 Chatham St	Elmhurst	02/16/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$495,000
319 E Butterfield Rd	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$535,000
608 S Bryan St	Elmhurst	02/16/2019	12:00-3:00 PM	$570,000
436 E Atwater Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$579,000
247 N Illinois St	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$615,000
581 S Parkside Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$629,000
643 S Fern Ct	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$639,900
444 S Hillside Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$819,000
585 S Bryan St	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$749,900
462 N Ida Ln	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$864,900
582 S Rex Blvd	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$869,900
221 N Larch Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$925,000
588 S Swain Ave	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	11:00AM-1:00 PM	$969,900
142 N Walnut St	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,079,900
135 N Willow Rd	Elmhurst	02/17/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,299,900

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Elmhurst Open House List for Feb. 9-10

Thursday, February 07, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

493 W Alexander Blvd, Elmhurst

608 W Babcock Ave, Elmhurst

478 S Holly Ave, Elmhurst

112 E Grantley Ave, Elmhurst

585 S Bryan St, Elmhurst

493 W Alexander Blvd	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$279,900
608 W Babcock Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$299,900
802 N Geneva Ave	Elmhurst	02/09/2019	11:00AM-1:00 PM	$334,880
323 E Harrison St	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$374,900
606 S Cedar Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$399,000
833 S Cedar Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	2:00-4:00 PM	$464,000
284 E St Charles Rd	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$464,900
391 N Emroy Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$474,900
749 S Fairfield Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$499,000
440 E Adams St	Elmhurst	02/09/2019	12:00-3:00 PM	$525,000
618 W Belden Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	11:00AM-1:30 PM	$619,900
193 E St Charles Rd	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$629,000
478 S Holly Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$640,000
222 N Addison Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$650,000
112 E Grantley Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$670,000
541 S Berkley Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$689,900
502 N Van Auken St	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$728,900
617 S Linden Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$729,000
331 N Shady Ln	Elmhurst	02/09/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$729,900
585 S Bryan St	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$749,900
600 N Willow Rd	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$775,000
916 S Chatham Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$835,000
582 S Rex Blvd	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$869,900
221 N Larch Ave	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$925,000
142 N Walnut St	Elmhurst	02/10/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,099,000

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Elmhurst Open House List for Feb. 2-3

Thursday, January 31, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

608 W Babcock Ave, Elmhurst

608 W Babcock Ave	Elmhurst	02/03/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$299,900
160 E Crescent Ave	Elmhurst	02/02/2019	11:00AM-2:00 PM	$325,000
473 N Highview Ave	Elmhurst	02/02/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$348,900
473 N Highview Ave	Elmhurst	02/03/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$348,900
558 S Hillcrest Ave	Elmhurst	02/03/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$370,000
331 N Shady Ln	Elmhurst	02/02/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$729,900
365 N River Glen Ave	Elmhurst	02/03/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$729,900
462 N Ida Ln	Elmhurst	02/02/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$864,900
124 E Cayuga Ave	Elmhurst	02/03/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$899,900
588 S Swain Ave	Elmhurst	02/02/2019	11:00AM-1:00 PM	$989,900

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Elmhurst and Lombard Open House List for Jan. 26-27

Thursday, January 24, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

196 E St. Charles, Elmhurst

168 S Craig Place, Lombard

478 S Holly Ave, Elmhurst

150 E Grand Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$169,900
273 S Berkley Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$300,000
908 S Hillside Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$325,000
15W030 Lexington St	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$355,000
956 S Linden Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$385,000
516 N Evergreen Ave	Elmhurst	01/26/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$399,000
606 S Cedar Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$399,000
947 S Fern Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$399,900
940 S Linden Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$415,000
168 S Craig Place	Lombard	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$423,900
200 W Harrison St	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$479,000
779 S Prospect Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$519,000
196 E St. Charles Rd	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$525,000
246 N Caroline Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$560,000
206 S Poplar Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$639,000
206 S Poplar Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$639,000
478 S Holly Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	2:00-4:00 PM	$650,000
542 W Gladys Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	2:00-4:00 PM	$674,700
617 S Linden Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$729,000
158 E Hale St	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$824,900
124 E Cayuga Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$899,900
189 E May St	Elmhurst	01/26/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$899,900
221 N Larch Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$925,000
587 S Saylor Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	2:00-4:00 PM	$979,900
414 S Argyle Ave	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,075,000
142 N Walnut St	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,099,000
135 N Willow Rd	Elmhurst	01/27/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,299,900

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Consider “Renovation Light” for a Faster-Selling Home

Wednesday, January 23, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

Most people know that when putting your house on the market, decluttering and a fresh coat of paint go a long way. And if your home has buckled linoleum and pink tile, you’re probably smart to consider a remodel. But there is a new trend on the market, halfway between staging a home and remodeling. Let’s call it “Renovation Light.”

If your home was remodeled in the last 15 years, renovation light might be something to consider. Those cherry cabinets that looked so great in 2010 aren’t necessarily what buyers are looking for anymore. Ditto for blond hardwood and the beige tumbled stone tile in the bathrooms.

This is where a renovation light comes in—rather than gutting your kitchen, you could paint the cabinets a trendy gray, refinish the floors in a gray neutral tone, and replace the track lighting with modern pendant lights.

Replacing outdated backsplashes or shower tile can also make a big difference to updating a look. Other easy fixes are replacing built-in light fixtures and cabinet hardware. The look today is more minimalist and streamlined than it was 10 years ago, and the colors have switched from beige undertones to decidedly gray ones.

In the past few years, many agents have noted that homes with semi-dated finishes are taking longer to sell. These homes aren’t fixer-upper homes at bargain prices that require sweat equity, but they’re not quite what buyers are looking for in a certain price point. In fact, few buyers today are looking to put much work into a new house, preferring a home that is move-in ready. This is particularly true of younger buyers, but older generations are also tired of serious renovations and want to move in and move on.

Some trends that date your home: Tuscan-style kitchens, travertine tile, pickled or glazed cabinets, brass or brushed nickel finishes, and even granite countertops (instead consider marble, soapstone, Corian, quartz, recycled glass or even concrete).

A good realtor will be able to tell you some easy fixes to bring your home into the 21st century and get it sold quickly. Here at Gracik-Makinney, we offer tips to all our sellers on ways to declutter and stage your home. But if you’re eyeing light maple cabinets and tumbled marble tile, you might want to consider a “renovation light.”

To find out more about what helps a home sell in your price point, call us at (630) 441-5570 or visit our website, www.gmregroup.com.

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Elmhurst Continues to Attract New Developments, Retailers

Monday, January 21, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

The booming real estate trend in Elmhurst is showing no signs of slowing down, and that is partly due to the vibrant and bustling downtown, which is seeing a virtual renaissance of multi-resident units close to the action.

Mayor Steve Morley made his annual State of the City address recently and addressed the number of residential units that are popping up in the downtown area as well as the planned replacement of the Metra train station.

The downtown will see three large development projects in the next two years—a six-story high-end apartment complex at Addison and First Streets, a luxury apartment complex at Addison and Second Streets, and a 23-unit condo development at the long-vacant site at Cottage Hill and Park Avenues.

Morley was quick to point out that the city has been working with consultants to ensure that the growth isn’t too fast or large for the city’s infrastructure to handle. Experts believe that the city can actually accommodate double the amount of what is being built. Given the two-year timeframe for the three large developments, the city is confident that the absorption will be more gradual than it might appear.

The developments are likely to appeal to young professionals who commute to Chicago and retirees/empty nesters who want to downsize but stay in Elmhurst.

In other good news for the city’s real estate, the building department issued 97 new home permits in 2018, which is four times more than last year, and more than 3,000 overall permits.

Morley also announced that Metra station has obtained $16.4 million for improvements, and he said he was confident they would reach the $18 million mark. The train station is the busiest stop on the Union Pacific West Line, however, having been built in the 1960s, it has become outdated in terms of services it can offer. It also has accessibility issues, a crumbling infrastructure, and heavy congestion in the drop-off lanes.

Here at Gracik-Makinney, we’re thrilled to see the market continue to boom with people who recognize what we’ve always known: Elmhurst truly has something for everyone. It’s the best of big city living in a small town. Reach out to us to find out more. Call (630) 441-5570 or visit our website, www.gmregroup.com.

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Elmhurst Open House List for Jan 19-20

Thursday, January 17, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

608 W Babcock Ave, Elmhurst

112 S Grantley Ave, Elmhurst

319 E Butterfield Rd, Elmhurst

815 S Cambridge Ave, Elmhurst

478 S Holly Ave, Elmhurst

604 N Indiana St	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$274,000
608 W Babcock Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$299,900
207 N West Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	12:00-2:00 PM	$350,000
15W030 Lexington St	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$358,000
963 Chatham Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$409,500
749 S Fairfield Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$499,000
779 S Prospect Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$519,000
319 E Butterfield Rd	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$535,000
379 S Arlington Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$598,900
478 S Holly Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$650,000
112 S Grantley Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$670,000
542 W Gladys Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	11:00AM-1:00 PM	$674,800
365 N River Glen Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$729,900
617 S Linden Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$737,000
408 S Prospect Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$759,900
815 S Cambridge Ave	Elmhurst	1/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$799,900
124 E Cayuga Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$899,900
221 N Larch Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$925,000
588 S Swain Ave	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	11:00AM-1:00 PM	$989,900
142 N Walnut St	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,099,000
135 N Willow Rd	Elmhurst	01/20/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,299,900

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Elmhurst Open House List for Jan 12-13

Thursday, January 10, 2019

by Thomas Makinney

608 W Babcock Ave, Elmhurst

369 E Yorkfield Ave, Elmhurst

194 S Grace Ave, Elmhurst

817 N Willow Rd, Elmhurst

585 S Bryan St, Elmhurst

150 E Grand #309	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$174,900
608 W Babcock Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$299,900
273 S Berkley Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$300,000
3N555 Wilson St	Elmhurst	01/12/2019	11:00AM-3:00 PM	$314,900
802 N Geneva Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$339,999
473 N Highview Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-4:00 PM	$349,000
209 E North Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$349,900
558 S Hillcrest Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$370,000
223 Melrose Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$375,000
606 S Cedar Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$399,000
360 E Huntington Ln	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$409,900
470 W Alma St	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	12:00-3:00 PM	$422,500
375 S Holly Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$424,900
440 E Adams St	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	12:00-3:00 PM	$525,000
369 E Yorkfield Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$535,000
246 N Caroline Ave	Elmhurst	01/12/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$560,000
581 S Parkside Ave	Elmhurst	01/12/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$639,000
118 N Elm Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$659,000
542 W Gladys Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	12:00-3:00 PM	$674,800
194 S Grace Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$735,000
817 N Willow Rd	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$750,000
585 S Bryan St	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$750,000
916 S Chatham Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$835,000
221 N Larch Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$925,000
414 S Argyle Ave	Elmhurst	01/13/2019	1:00-3:00 PM	$1,099,000

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Elmhurst and Lombard Open House List for Jan. 26-27

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