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Waterfront Estates' duplexes built in wooded area

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 23, 2010
Waterfront Estates started as duplexes in a wooded community in western suburban Naperville.

University Heights helped build Naperville

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 23, 2010
The University Heights subdivision in Naperville led off in the early 1980s with 16 models.

The Fields started big, quickly got bigger

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 23, 2010
It didn't take long for Weisman-Hughes Enterprises Inc. to know it had a hit on its hands with The Fields subdivision in Naperville.

Fairway of Country Lakes drove for golf fans' eyes

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 23, 2010
The Fairway of Country Lakes subdivision in Naperville was yet another one built near the Country Lakes Country Club.

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Dealership - Ron R. from Batavia

by Al Piemonte Chrysler Dodge Jeep published Feb. 23, 2010
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Comedian and diet formula creator lived in this building

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 23, 2010
Comedian Dick gregory lived in this building in 1967.

Solar power had early backer in Spring Hill

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
Even in the late 1970s, solar energy had its appeal to those concerned with "energy saving."

Saybrook goal was to reach young families

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
The Saybrook subdivision in Naperville quickly gained attention for its appeal to families, who hoped to grow in the homes.

Nearby waters a drawing point for River Bend

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
A river nearby was a key drawing point of the River Bend subdivision in Naperville.

Old Farm emphasized "quiet echo of bygone days"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
With a name like Old Farm, it's not much of a surprise to learn what picture Levitt Sons Inc. hoped to elicit in buyers with its homes in the Naperville subdivision."It's a quiet echo of bygone days, a pattern of living that retains the charm of yesteryear," the advertisement in the March 18, 1972 Chicago Tribune proclaimed.

Nearby recreation a selling point of Naper Carriage Hill

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
In the Naperville subdivision of Naper Carriage Hill, the nearby recreation was as much a selling point as the homes themselves.

Building boom brought buyers to Meadows of Naperville

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
The building boom in Naperville came in response to an influx of new jobs in the area with companies such as Bell Labs, and the Meadows of Naperville, created by Town Country Builders, was among the companies who responded to the demand.They created the Meadows, planning for 135 single-family homes in four models, priced from $79,900 to $92,900, according to the April 1, 1984 Chicago Tribune.

This Meadow Glens home was built as part of school project

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
So a family's home is its castle, but can it also be a classroom as it is constructed?

Maplebrook's art invited a neighborhood feel

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
Many times, artwork that advertises new homes features just a drawing of the model, before it's built. But Harris Builders sent along artwork that was a bit different when the Chicago Tribune featured its Maplebrook subdivision on March 12, 1966.The artwork showed the Vicksburg model, a four-bedroom home with a 2 1/2-story foyer.

Service at Crystal Lake Honda Dealership - Gerard M.

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 22, 2010
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Honda Pilot Purchase - Brilliance Honda Dealership - Julian E. from McHenry

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 22, 2010
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United States Senator lived in this building

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
United States Senator Paul Douglas lived in this building in 1967.

Congressman who served 10 terms owned this house

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 22, 2010
Congressman John Erlenborn owned this house in 1967.

Kimball Hill small, but upscale

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
Though the Kimball Hill subdivision in Naperville has only 26 homes, those homes attract a more upper-class clientele.Case in point: The Dec. 1, 2002 Chicago Tribune reported on 1317 Kimball Court, which was sold $1.575 million, only a shade under the asking price of $1.675 million.

Naperville: Horse country? Huntington Ridge developer believed so

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
Considering sprawling Naperville now, it might be tough of the western suburb as "horse country."

Builder in Huntington Hill didn't want to be lost in the shuffle

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
The last few decades brought plenty of new homes to Naperville and nearby suburbs.

Huntington Estates eyed "galloping" homebuyers

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
Sometimes it's a bit tough to find that one house that really appeals to you, the buyer.

Hobson West enjoyed diversity in building

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
While many subdivisions have just one builder, Hobson West in Naperville certainly didn't fit that mold.

Hobson Village had many builders in the stew

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
Many subdivisions have just one builder -- but Hobson Village in Naperville had, well, quite a few more than one.An article in the Sept. 25, 1976 Chicago Tribune noted that the single-family subdivision had 28 models, with 19 builders.

Hobson Oaks developer appealed to "imagination"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
"SEE WHERE IMAGINATION IS GOING TO LIVE IN NAPERVILLE!"

Golf influence heavy in Greens of Country Lakes

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
With a name like "Greens of Country Lakes" and street names like Mulligan Drive, Hilton Head Drive and Masters Court, it's probably not a surprise that the Naperville subdivision was built right by a golf course.Shenandoah Development Co. was the developer of the subdivision, building plenty of townhouses there.

Fontenaix appealed to empty nesters

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
With its single-family homes, it certainly makes sense that the Fontenaix subdivision in Naperville would appeal to those looking to upgrade from a starter home.

Edgewood a product of the '80s

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 21, 2010
The beginnings of the Edgewood subdivision came toward the end of the 1980s.

"On The Aisle" arts critic lived in this building

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 20, 2010
Arts critic Claudia Cassidy lived in this building in 1967.

McHenry Short Sale What you Need to Know!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 19, 2010
What is a short sale and if my borrower had one in the past, what are the requirements they must meet for re-establishing credit for conventional financing?

Honda Pilot Purchase - Brilliance Honda Dealership - Daniel M. from Woodstock

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 19, 2010
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Honda Accord Purchase from Crystal Lake Honda Dealership

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 19, 2010
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Wordy ad's aim was to promote Eagle Chase

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 18, 2010
When Columbia Homes built Eagle Chase, the company decided to let its ad do the talking.

Golf course adjoined Courts of Cress Creek

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 18, 2010
Although it's only 34 homes, many of them connected.

Countryside of Naperville aimed to live up to its name

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 18, 2010
The Countryside of Naperville promised, true to its name, a countryside atmosphere.

Jeep and Chrysler Purchases at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Dealership - Bill M. of St. Charles, IL

by Al Piemonte Chrysler Dodge Jeep published Feb. 18, 2010
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Libertyville Home in Lancaster Sold By Sharron Kelley!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 18, 2010
We always love sucess stories and this one is about our buyers.

Buffalo Grove Home Listed and Sold by The Sharron Kelley Team!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 18, 2010
Not only did we list this home in Churchill of Buffalo Grove, but we Sold the home too.

Columbia Estates called itself "last of a vanishing species"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 18, 2010
Columbia Estates sold itself as "the last of a vanishing species," according to an advertisement in the March 17, 1979 Chicago Tribune.

Century Farms among many Kimball Hill developments

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 18, 2010
The Century Farms in Naperville was one of the many developments that featured homes by suburban builder Kimball Hill Homes.

Firm's chief put name on line with Buttonwood

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 18, 2010
Some Buttonwood subdivision homes in Naperville came with a personal touch -- the name of their designer."John Ritums invites you to [a] preview showing," his firm, Continental Builders, proclaimed in an advertisement in the March 11, 1983 Chicago Tribune.

Brush Hill's name an echo of history

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 18, 2010
The Naperville subdivision of Brush Hill shares a name with a ghost town.

Buffalo Grove Real Estate Listed and Sold By Sharron Kelley!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 17, 2010
Not only did we List this Old Farm Village Buffalo Grove home, we also found the buyers for the home and put up a SOLD sign.

Tall Oaks Subdivision of Kildeer- 21928 Tall Oaks- New Price

by judy greenberg published Feb. 17, 2010
This beautiful home in Tall Oaks Subdivision of Kildeer was lowered $50,000 to $999,900

Buffalo Grove Realtors Price Reduction: Short Sale in McHenry!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 17, 2010
We just reduced the price of this McHenry Short Sale by $10,000 to $290,000.

Bay Colony goal: "More for your money"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 17, 2010
In the Bay Colony subdivision in Naperville, the goal was to give buyers "5 new ways to say 'more for your money.'"At least, that was the idea according to builders Thompson Builders, who advertised the homes in the April 12, 1975 Chicago Tribune.

Buffalo Grove Realtor Sold a Prime Buffalo Grove Home in the Woodlands of Fiore!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 17, 2010
It was sad to see this absolutely gorgeous home go, but I know my job is to get homes sold.

Naperville's Astor Place timed the market right

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 17, 2010
The attached rowhouses of Astor Place of Naperville opened amid the high point of the real estate boom in the 2000s.The rowhouses had two models -- the Alta Vista, a 2,775-square-foot model with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, and the Belden, a 2,180-square-foot model with two bedrooms, a loft and two and a half bathrooms. Two-car garages were standard in both models, as were wood-burning fireplaces, hardwood flooring and 9 1/2-foot ceilings.

Honda Accord Purchase at Elgin Honda Dealership

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 17, 2010
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Quick Service at Brilliance Honda - Alex Y. from Crystal Lake

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 17, 2010
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Vernon HIlls Townhouse SOLD!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 17, 2010
We are closing on this home at the end of this month.

Willows North homes had French name but Spanish flair

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 17, 2010
As Glenview grew, the Willows North subdivision also grew quickly.

Service at Waukegan Toyota Dealership

by Fox Lake Toyota published Feb. 17, 2010
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Valley Lo formed around club, golf course

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
As the Valley Lo subdivision formed in northwest suburban Glenview, it immediately sought out the more upscale buyers.

Diversity defined Triumvera

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
The condominiums in the Triumvera subdivision in Glenview were created with different styles in mind.

Tall Trees' focus was privacy

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
Combining "North Shore convenience with country-like seclusion," the Monticello four- and five-bedroom houses in the Glenview subdivision of Tall Trees offered prestige and comfort, according to an advertisement in the Jan. 29, 1966 Chicago Tribune.

Southgate on the Glen defined by landscaping, nearby golf course

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
Like the other Glen-related subdivisions, Southgate on the Glen was built on the former Glenview Naval Air Station in Glenview.

Glenview's Indian Ridge was a record-setter

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
The Home Builders Association of Greater Chicago saw quite the winner in Glenview's Indian Ridge subdivision.

Chapel Crossing at the Glen had faith in buyers

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
Chapel Crossing at the Glen, like the other Glen-related subdivisions of Glenview, is built on the former Glenview Naval Air Station.

Bonnie Glen Estates builders sold homes as "aloof"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
It's probably rare to refer to a subdivision as "aloof" -- and mean it in a good way.But the builders of Bonnie Glen Estates in Glenview, Margolin Builders, called the subdivision just that in an advertisement in the Oct. 10, 1964 Chicago Tribune.

The Willows started fast in Glenview

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
The Glenview subdivision of The Willows got off to a fast start when it opened in the mid-1960s.

In Hubbard Woods, a home sold for $60,000 -- in 1922

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
From the very early files in real estate news:The Hubbard Woods subdivision in Winnetka is pretty darn old.

Plan for "ideal average American home" in Kenilworth Gardens

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
A home, designed as part of a contest?

"Indian" guides pointed buyers to Indian Hill Estates

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
The manager of the beginnings of Indian Hill Estates in Wilmette, Bills Realty, went all out to promote their 22 homes by linking them to those who had come before.To advertise the homes, the firm took out an ad in the June 16, 1928 Chicago Tribune.

Westgate Valley Estates built on golf course, found controversy

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
Westgate Valley Estates' beginnings often met with controversy.

Ishnala of Palos Heights called the doctors

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
As Gallagher Henry, the builder of Ishnala of Palos Heights, sold homes in the subdivision, officials there realized they had a bit of a trend on their hands: 30 doctors had purchased homes in the subdivision, the Chicago Tribune reported in its April 20, 1974 edition.

Builders aimed for "blue heaven" in Bluecrest

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
Builder Claude C.

Runnymeade "removed, yet not remote"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
The Palos Hills subdivision of Runnymeade worked to provide an image of class and comfort.

Split-levels grabbed attention in Palos Meadows

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
Two models in the Palos Meadows subdivision in Palos Hills quickly grabbed attention soon after their introductions.

Oakwood Hills plan: Plenty of park space

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
To hear the Chicago Tribune tell it, the homes in the Oakwood Hills subdivision in Palos Hills were almost an afterthought from the parks in the planned community.First, the Tribune wrote in its May 11, 1968 edition of the plan -- 216 homes planned, the first in the city to use city water.

Hills of Palos builders promised "rustic country living"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 16, 2010
Perhaps "Hills of Palos" isn't the most creative name for a subdivision in Palos Hills, especially when your advertisement promised "rustic country living" in a wooded area.

Long Grove Real Estate- Royal Melbourne Subdivision

by judy greenberg published Feb. 15, 2010
This exquisite home in the Royal Melbourne Subdivision is situated on a the Royal Melboune golf course.

Buffalo Grove House for sale- no more-under contract in less than two weeks

by judy greenberg published Feb. 15, 2010
This Beautiful Buffalo Grove home went under contract in less than 14 days.

Best Service Specials at Brilliance Honda Dealer - Donna K. from McHenry

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 15, 2010
I actually called around to other Honda dealerships nearby my home.

Timely Service at Algonquin Honda Dealership

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 15, 2010
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Interesting guarantee made in sales of Village Square of Orland homes

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 12, 2010
In the early 1980s, Village Square of Orland made its debut with the Bradford model, featured in the Chicago Tribune's Festival of Homes.

Villa West started quickly, but controversy loomed

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 12, 2010
An early home in the Villa West subdivision in Orland Park quickly caught the eye of the Chicago Tribune.

Villa D'Este homes had European feel

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 12, 2010
The Villa D'Este subdivision in Orland Park was quick to grab attention as it broke ground.

Park Hill sought affordability for single-family homes

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 12, 2010
Here's a sign that times have changed:As the Park Hill subdivision in Orland Park had its grand opening, the builders took out an advertisement that promised affordable single-family homes with low 30-year mortgage rates.That's low, as in 11.9 percent.

Orland Woods' start: Out of the movies?

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 12, 2010
Perhaps it could be said that Orland Woods started with a roar.

Not too many starter homes in Orland Terrace

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 12, 2010
Huguelet Development/Realty Co., the developers of Orland Terrace, knew quickly which clientele was seeking its Vermont homes and others in the Orland Park subdivision.Vice President Eugene Clyne told the Chicago Tribune in its Sept. 8, 1979 edition that secondtime buyers were a large part of the group seeking the company's homes.

Convenient Service at Brilliance Honda - Tracy N. from Elgin

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 12, 2010
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Sharron Kelley is the Right Vernon Hills Realtor for Gregg's Landing Sellers!

by Sharron Kelley published Feb. 12, 2010
What a great home in Pebble Beach of Gregg's Landing to sell.

Orland on the Green sales took off quickly

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
The names Gallagher Henry may be familiar to Orland Park residents, and their work in Orland on the Green was yet another of their creations in the village.

Mallard Landings offered "dream homes"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
Consider it a work of many.

Kitchen Remodel in Highland Park

by published Feb. 11, 2010
The kitchen remodel completed by [link=http://www.airoom.com]Airoom[/link] has been completed now for a couple months and we had a great team on the project. From the moment Marty, our salesman, entered my home, my husband and I were really impressed with him and his desire not just to make the sale but to deliver what we were looking for at the price we were looking to pay.

Ishnala Woods' aim: "Warm and friendly"

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
"Ishnala" became a popular word for subdivisions during the late 1990s.

Fairway Estates built around golf course

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
Perhaps it's not a surprise that a subdivision called "Fairway Estates" is built around a golf course.

Evergreen View model had fitting name -- Woodlands

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
The Evergreen View subdivision in Orland Park is a more recent addition to the village.

Crystal Tree built around golf course, sold quickly

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
Attracted to houses around a golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., buyers were quick to snap up homes in the Crystal Tree subdivision in Orland Park.Developers Crystal Tree Ltd. and PCI Investments II quickly sold patio homes -- well before the course had opened.

Townhouses prominent in Courtyards of Orland Park

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
The Courtyards of Orland Park began with four floorplans available from builder Robert C.

Townhouses made up much of Centennial Village

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
The Centennial Village subdivision in Orland Park had six townhouse models to start, the Chicago Tribune reported in its Jan. 23, 1993 edition.

Cameno Re'al sought a Spanish feel

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 11, 2010
A Spanish feel was the focus of the Orland Park subdivision of Cameno Re'al when it opened in the late 1960s.

Vernon Hills Real Estate Agent is scheduled to close on property February 19th

by judy greenberg published Feb. 11, 2010
Vernon Hills Real Estate agent Judy Greenberg is scheduled to close February 19th in this beautiful townhouse in Georgetown!

Long Grove realtor has listed executive rental home in Stevenson Highschool District

by judy greenberg published Feb. 11, 2010
Are you looking for an executive home to rent in Long Grove?

Reliable Service at Brilliance Honda Dealership - James M. from Crystal Lake

by Brilliance Honda published Feb. 10, 2010
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Cambridge Place quickly earned attention

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 10, 2010
In the mid-1980s, when Cambridge Place was but a developing subdivision in Orland Park, its Classic II home quickly caught the Chicago Tribune's eye for its Festival of Homes on Sept. 28, 1985.The ranch townhouse was priced from $79,450 and offered two bedrooms and 1,620 square feet of living space.

Builders' success in Orland Park led to Brook Hills West

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 10, 2010
After their Irish-tinged Brook Hills subdivision in Orland Park took off, co-builders Cranna Construction and Malone Maloney added to their handiwork by building Brook Hills West nearby.

Irish feel permeates Brook Hills

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 10, 2010
When the Chicago Tribune wrote about the Orland Park subdivision of Brook Hills as it was in its planning stages, the newspaper noted the Irish influence of the homes.

Brentwood eyed single-family market

by BlockShopper Historian published Feb. 10, 2010
Appearing a few years after the similarly named Brentwood Hills, Brentwood made its debut in Orland Park as a project of Town Country Builders.


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