Just the facts...
Well the spring market is officially over and what a spring! For the first time in 7 years, I really believe the market is back to a healthy situation. New listings are appearing; prices are stabilizing and even going up in most of the North Shore communities; builders are rebuilding and we're even experiencing multiple offers on some properties. We are definitely seeing a more robust housing market....
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The North Shore's Highest Sales in June
Winnetka - 319 Sheridan Road
Original List Price - $16,749,000
List - $15,975,000 Sale - $12,700,000 (79%) Total Days on Market - 323 Total Days on Market at Final List Price - 229
Kenilworth - 311 Sheridan Road
Original List Price - $5,650,000
List - $4,999,000
Sale - $4,650,000 (93%)
Total Days on Market - 219
Total Days on Market at Final List Price - 27
Lake Bluff - 718 Mountain Road
List - $5,200,000
Sale - $4,000,000 (77%)
Total Days on Market - 151
Total of 12 homes closed for over $2,000,000 during the month of July:
Lake Bluff - 1
Lake Forest - 2
Winnetka - 4
Glencoe - 2
Kenilworth - 3
(There are currently 232 homes for sale over $2,000,000.)
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Buying a House? Don't Make These Mistakes
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