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This is What $399,000 Will Buy You

For about $399,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Downers Grove, the second is in Woodridge.

1. 1025 Mistwood Ln., Downers Grove: Priced at $399,000, according to listings.

This is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, single family house. The 3,552 square-foot house was built in 1988.

The ranch-style house has a walk-out lower level with a family room, entertainment area and room for guest quarters. The home's main level has an eat-in kitchen with 42-inch expresso-finish cabinets, a brick bar, granite counters and stainless steel GE Monogram appliances. Additionally, the home has bamboo hardwood floors throughout, a covered deck and patio and updated bathrooms.

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Realtor source/information: Joann Peso, Brush Hill Realtors.

2. 1324 Tower Hill Dr., Woodridge: Priced at $395,000, according to listings.

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This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, single family house. The 2,688 square-foot house was built in 2005.

Located in Farmingdale Village, the home has an entry foyer, nine-foot ceilings, a formal dining room and a woodburning fireplace in the family room. Additionally, the home has a deck, patio and fenced yard. The master bedroom suite has a full bathroom, a walk-in closet and a tray ceiling.

Realtor source/information: LW Reedy Real Estate.

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Downers Grove // Darien // Lemont // Woodridge

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