Community Corner
This is What $279,000 Will Buy You
For between $269,000 and $279,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Darien, the second is in Lemont.
1. 524 70th Ave., Darien: Priced at $269,900, according to listings.
This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family house. The 1,550 square-foot house was built in 1968.
The split-level home, located on a cul-de-sac, has hardwood flooring under the carpet in the living, dining and bedrooms. The two bathrooms are updated, and the family room has a fireplace. The home's siding and roof is in new condition, and the kitchen is all-white.
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Realtor source/information: Ingrid Langeland, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hinsdale in the Village.
2. 680 Tomaszewski St., Lemont: Priced at $279,900, according to listings.
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This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom single-family house built in 1988.
The home's kitchen has stainless steel appliances and a large eating area. The master suite has a private bathroom, and the finished basement has a recreation room, an office, laundry room and a fourth bedroom. Additionally, the home has a deck, pergola and shed, as well as an over-sized two car garage. The roof was replaced in 2010.
Realtor source/information: Greg Mucha, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Homer Glen.
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Downers Grove // Darien // Lemont // Woodridge
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