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Northbrook Home For Sale ~ 1872 Lincoln Avenue ~ Offered at $675,000

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Tips to sell your homeAmazing value ~  1872 Lincoln Avenue in Northbrook IL~ Single Family Home  ~ offered by Noah Levy of Coldwell Banker.

This 5 year new home (built Jacobs Builders) is situated in the heart of Northbrook! Fabulous  sun-drenched residence features hardwood flooring throughout first floor, large bedrooms, a full finished basement and a fabulous private fenced yard. Kitchen features granite, stainless appliances, a breakfast bar and is open to the Family Room.  

Large Master Suite with 12ft cathedral ceilings, two walk-in closets and a massive private bath featuring a separate shower and soaking tub and double sinks. Two additional bedrooms are located on the second floor and share a hall bath. The lower level offers a large recreation room, fourth bedroom and a full bath. Amazing location ~ Walk to shopping, restaurants, train, library & Greenbriar Elementary School.If you are looking for a newer home, a walk to town location …..This is it!!!! Enjoy peace of mind in this meticulously maintained property.  This special house is awaiting its new owners to make themselves at home.

For more information on this listing or questions regarding other homes feel free to contact me at Noah@NoahLevyHomes.com.

Simple Tip to Help Sell Your North Shore Home

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It’s the simple things that do not have much cost affiliated to them that often times make a big difference to a potential buyer. Sellers ~ de-clutter your home before your home hits the market!!  Here’s one of my simple tips that will help in selling your North Shore home.  If  you are planning on  selling your home, start by organizing your front hall closet….

Your front hall closet is going to be viewed when Buyers come to look at your house.  Most people have their front hall closet packed tight with coats and jackets, boots, shoes, gym bags, school back packs, dog paraphernalia and odd assortment of things. Before you put your house on the market, be sure to de-clutter the front hall closet and spruce it up by taking these simple steps:

  • Buy a box of wooden hangers (they look solid and substantial while costing less than a dollar each).
  • Take out all the coats and jackets and choose one or two for each person in the house – one if there is little space, two if there is more room.
  • Take out anything that is not a coat, boot, scarf and glove related.  Find a different place in the house for these items.
  • If you need to have shoes in closet get shoe organizers
  • Toss the bent hangers and mismatched mittens.
  • You can pack your seasonal coats and outerwear now, in anticipation of the move.  You might take this opportunity to have your coats cleaned and for the ones that have not been worn for years….donate them!!

This is a good first step to preparing your home to go on the market. If you are ready to sell your North Shore home  – give me a call.  First impressions are critical both online and when a potential buyer comes to view your home. We will walk through every room and come up with a plan to make your home look its best!

 

 

Why wait until Spring to list your Highland Park, IL home?

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Why wait until Spring to list your Highland Park IL home? The Buyer’s are not waiting to buy ~ they are ready now! Attention home sellers who are thinking about selling in 2017 in Highland Park IL and/or along Chicago’s North Shore…..there is very limited  inventory……Now may be the best time to get your home on the market…..

I always find that there is something about the transition to a new calendar year that gets everyone excited about change.  For some it may be hitting the gym, reading more…maybe it’s selling your home. January is always a great time for resolutions, goals and fresh starts. For the home buyer who wants to buy a home ~ they are out there looking as its their goal for 2017.

I have multiple buyers in various price points who are looking  for homes in Highland Park, Glencoe, Wilmette and Winnetka. They are ready to buy and  are pre-approved but are not able to find a home due to lack of new inventory.

Sellers ~ why wait?  The buyers aren’t.  Get a market evaluation for your home, get it show ready and take advantage of not having as much competition.  Waiting to list your home in the Spring may not be in your best interest.  The buyers are out looking and  waiting for homes like yours to hit the market. 

What’s Your Favorite Room in this House? 528 Ridge Road, Highland Park IL 60035

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Highland Park IL home for sale ~ 528 Ridge Road, Highland Park IL 60035

If you are looking for a home that is newer, features an open concept, is unique and non-cookie cutter,  offers a fabulous master suite, an amazing finished lower level with an awesome theater room, a great private yard….then you have found your perfect home!!!!! Check out the video below and take a tour ~ for more information contact me ~ Noah@NoahLevyHomes.com

Would also love to hear which room is your favorite ~ Mine is the room off the master ~ this multi purpose room can be used as an office, exercise room, yoga room, nursery or a sitting room.

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Condominiums available for Sale in Deerfield

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Are you looking for a Condominium in Deerfield, IL? Here’s an amazing opportunity to own a condominium in downtown Deerfield. Two offerings ~ take a look at one or both ~ you choose ……

427 Elm #5I, Deerfield IL

427 Elm St.  Unit 5I ~ Offered @ $137,500 ~ 2 bedroom/1.1 bath updated unit ~ This two bedroom/1.1 bath unit is beautifully updated by current owner. Bright kitchen opens to Living room with fireplace combined with dining room with sliders leads to patio. Large master bedroom with walk-in closet opens to private patio. Both baths are new. In unit washer and dryer.  This building does not allow rentals.  Enjoy the swimming pool during the summer months. In-town location ~ enjoy walking to Restaurants, Shopping & Train. For more details of this unit click here



1001 Deerfield Rd #204 Deerfield

1001 Deerfield Rd. Unit 204 ~ Offered @ $209,000 ~ 2 bedrooms/2 bath condo originally a 3 bedroom (3rd bedroom converted to family room) ~ This spacious in-town condominium offers amazing space. Large living room/dining room opens to sunny balcony and  is flanked by family room with fireplace. Bright eat-in kitchen. Master bedrooms with updated master bath. This building does not allow rentals. Centrally  located~ walk to town, train and parks. Vacant and ready for its new owner! For details on this unit click here

North Shore Broker Offers Tips to First Time Buyers

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I’ve been selling on Chicago’s North Shore  for over fifteen years. Many first time buyers start their search online as so much information is available. If  you are currently renting a home and considering  your first home purchase then perhaps some of the tips that I share with my first time buyers may be helpful to you too.

  1.  Check your credit score – Lenders base your mortgage  largely on your credit score.
  2. Meet with a lender and get pre-qualified – you will need a pre- approval letter when you submit an offer and it’s also good to know what is the range you can spend on your new home.
  3. Set you housing budget. Just because “you can afford” to spend x you may not want to – I always tell my clients to take a look at the other things they want to continue to do such as annual vacations, health club memberships, saving for kids college and/or retirement.
  4. Start exploring the areas which interest you – go to local parks, take a walk, hit the town, eat at a local restaurant – do you like the vibe?
  5. Narrow your priorities – is living in a certain town of most importance or is having a particular style/size house a priority.
  6. Partner with a Real Estate Broker who is experienced, knowledgeable and familiar with where you want to live. A local broker will have knowledge of inventory which is not the market yet.
  7. MOST IMPORTANT – HAVE FUN!!!! 

If you are considering buying a home in Highland Park IL, Glencoe, Deerfield, Winnetka, Kenilworth and surrounding North Shore Suburbs give me a call 312.203.2416.  It’s important to work with a REALTOR who works full-time, knows the inventory, communities and schools. 

528 Ridge Road Highland Park IL

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528 Ridge RD Highland Park


Just unpack your bags and move into 528 Ridge Road in Highland Park. This amazing home was built in 2005 – featuring all the bells and whistles today’s buyer is looking for plus more. The home boasts 4 bedrooms and 4.1 baths, a fabulous floor plan with amazing natural light. 

The owners, who purchased the home in 2005, have maintained and decorated  the home beautifully and continually update it. Recent improvements include a newly re-finished lower level which features a media room, rec room and fifth bedroom  –  another notable update is a new roof! The home will be open on August 21st from 1:00- 3:00 pm – feel free to contact me for more information or a private viewing. 

https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/il/highland-park/528-ridge-road/pid_13633554/

 

 

Just Listed 443 Elm St #3F, Deerfield, IL 60015

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443 Elm St #3F, Deerfield, IL 60015

Amazing opportunity to own a condominium in downtown Deerfield. This two bedroom/1.1 bath unit is beautifully updated by current owner. Bright kitchen opens to Living room with fireplace combined with dining room with sliders leads to patio. Large master bedroom with walk-in closet opens to private patio. Both baths are new. In unit washer and dryer.  This building does not allow rentals. In-town location ~ enjoy walking to Restaurants, Shopping & Train. For more information or a viewing of this unit contact me.

443 Elm St #3F, Deerfield, IL 60015


https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/il/deerfield/443-elm-street/pid_13584272/

Home Buyer – Make your checklist!

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A home buyer should make a checklist – it will make the process of home buying easier and with a checklist there should be less stress too.

So you say you  ready to move to a new residence within the next six months.  So where do you start?  Most likely you will dabble on the Internet looking at various areas of choice and various price points.  As a REALTOR in Highland Park, Illinois I can help you with a few pointers to make the process easier.

1. Partner with a Real Estate Agent who sells Real Estate in the area you are considering.

2. If you do not know a REALTOR ask a friend, search the Internet or visit open houses – there are many choices. Make sure you partner yourself with someone who knows the marketplace.

3. Your REALTOR will be a key player in helping you secure your home of choice so make sure you feel confident that your REALTOR will work for you.

4. Talk to a Mortgage Broker  to learn how much you can spend and get pre- approved.

5. Focus within a specific price range.

6. Know what your MUST HAVES are – number of bedrooms and baths.

7. Create your WISH LIST – an updated kitchen, Master Bedroom with private bath, a finished basement or a two car garage.

8. If you have absolute NO’S such as a specific style home or location let your REALTOR know so you do not waste time.

9. Visit public places in the area you want to move to – such as restaurants, grocery store or parks.

10. If you have children who will be attending school- visit the school, meet the principal/director and get a tour.

11. Ask your REALTOR  for recommendations for a Real Estate Attorney and an inspector.

Having a buyer checklist will make the home buying process much more enjoyable.  You may want to add a few other things to your checklist that are important to you and your family.  I hope the above gives you a head start on the process.

Remember – with today’s market conditions and low interest rates  it is a GREAT TIME TO BUY!! Enjoy the process and if you are looking for a home in Chicago’s North Shore – give me a call. You’ll be glad you did.