Saturday, February 13, 2010

Orland Park Condos and Townhomes

Orland Park townhome for saleTo see the amount of Orland Park condos and townhomes for sale click the link. Today, there are 300 Orland Park condos and townhomes on the market.

Prices start at $99,900 for a 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath Orland Park condominium with a 1 car garage. The listing states that it needs some cosmetic work. For some reason (price?) this has been on the market for more than a year!

Looking for something at the higher end? How about a duplex in Crystal tree offering 2 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms, a loft, finished basement and a 2 car garage for $545,000? This has also been on the market for more than a year. In today's economy any home or townhouse in this price range is going to take some time to sell. Both of these properties have gone through multiple price reductions and might have to keep doing so in order to get sold.

Keep in mind, buyers dictate market value. The appraisers come after to make sure the buyers were correct (if financing is involved). The market has changed and if a property is not priced correctly for condition and location in this market, it will not sell.

If you are interested in finding out more about the Orland Park townhome in the photo click on 11556 Lakeshore Dr. You will see photos, address, a description, price and more on this 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath Orland Park townhouse with a big loft, walk-out basement, 2 car garage and a water view!

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Orland Park Homes

Orland Park homes for saleThis is a busy pre-Spring season as buyers are out looking for properties so they can take advantage of the tax credit, which isn't just for first-time buyers this time around.

Today, there are currently 230 Orland Park homes for sale. Prices start at $169,000 for a 4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch style home that is a short sale and goes up to $2,995,000 for a gorgeous 4 bedroom, 5+ bathroom luxury ranch style home on 2 acres. This one has been on the market for 114 days and at this price in our current economy, it might take quite some time to get this sold.

If you're interested in buying an Orland Park home, condo or townhome, call Judy Orr at 708-536-8200 or fill in the Quick Contact Form to the left. If you're not quite ready to start looking, feel free to fill out the Automated Home Finder Form which will send listings directly to your e-mail. You are under no obligation to start looking until you're ready. But this is the best method to get updated listing information without having to constantly do your own searching.

Friday, January 15, 2010

Automated Home Finder Search

Automated Home Finder Search
There are many websites with good Northern IL MLS searches. But to be up-to-date on the market and not miss out on any listing, a buyer should fill out a Home Finder Search Form.

Although it's better today than in the past, there are still some brokerages that have opted out of sharing their listings on IDX website searches (what website MLS searches are actually called). So any website offering an MLS search is only providing the feed of those brokers that have opted in to share their listings.

Again, most brokers do share their listings, after all, it's a form of advertising for their sellers. Many brokerages don't utilize print advertising anymore because it simply doesn't work and isn't worth the large expense. So they want to use the Internet to market listings since most buyers start their home search via their computer.

But what if your dream home is held by a broker that doesn't want to share? Unless you sign up for a Home Finder Search, you could miss that property. The Home Finder Search sends listings to your e-mail directly from the MLS and it is done automatically.

You can search for properties in all of Northern IL such as Orland Park homes, for example. The automated home search will send you listings of the type of property you want in the area(s) you desire and in your price range. You can select specific amenities that you need.

Don't miss out on what might be the perfect property! Fill out the Home Finder Search Form today.

Monday, January 4, 2010

Oak Lawn Homes

Oak Lawn homesIt's the beginning of a new year and a new decade. I would like to reintroduce some great southwest suburbs real estate websites. First on the list is the top Cook County real estate website.

If you're looking for Oak Lawn homes for sale, click the link. It will take you to the page to see all Oak Lawn homes for sale and is updated daily.

Click Oak Lawn condos for sale to view all attached properties for sale in this popular village. This includes condos, duplexes and Oak Lawn townhomes. This list is also updated daily.

If you're interested in Oak Lawn real estate, the above pages are the best to get immediate property listings with a photo and some information, including price, without having to register. If you want more details and more photos plus virtual tours you will have to register but it's a quick and easy process.

Happy new year and happy house hunting!

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Oak Lawn Condos For Sale

Oak Lawn condos for sale
Click the link to see how many Oak Lawn condos and townhomes are for sale right now. There are currently 313 attached properties for sale in Oak Lawn, IL. Attached properties are condos, townhomes and duplexes.

Prices start at $35,000 for a 2 bedroom unit! It is a short sale and needs rehab, but I don't think I've seen such low prices in Oak Lawn since I started selling real estate in 1983!

The highest priced Oak Lawn condo is $320,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit in Arbor Court. In fact, there are only two listings in the $300,000 range and the other one is priced at $314,900 for a new 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit in Prairie Town Center (it is furnished).

If you're searching for an Oak Lawn condo at any price range up to $320,000, call Judy Orr at 708-536-8200 or fill out the Contact Form to the left. Judy lives in Oak Lawn and knows the village.

Monday, November 23, 2009

New listings in Tinley Park, Orland Park and New Lenox

Judy Orr of Classic Realty Group now uses a new marketing technique. If you list your southwest Chicago suburb property with Judy, she will create a single property website just for your listing. View the new listings by clicking the links below:

tinley park condominiumFor a beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Tinley Park condo for sale that is remodeled with an open floor plan featuring Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, click on 18001 S. Oak Park Ave. - $129,000


New Lenox home for saleSOLD! For a lovely, well-kept 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom New Lenox split level style home on a beautiful lot in Royal Meadows subdivision, click on 2770 Kingsway Ave. to see photos, a virtual tour and more. Just reduced to $235,000!



Orland Park townhomesThe Orland Park townhome for sale at 11556 Lake Shore Dr. was originally a model with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a finished basement, water view and much more - priced at $350,000. Watch the virtual tour, view the maps, see the Walk Score, photos, schools and use the calculator to figure out your mortgage payments. You can even print out a brochure.

By clicking the links above you will also be able to set an appointment to see any of these southwest suburban properties for sale.

Monday, November 9, 2009

Tinley Park Condo For Sale

18801 S. Oak Park Ave.
Tinley Park, IL 60477
2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
Brazilian cherry hardwood floors
Open floor plan
Updated kitchen with custom snack bar
In-unit laundry with full sized washer & dryer
1 Year Home Warranty

This is a beautiful 2nd floor unit in the well maintained Oak Village complex that features a clubhouse and pool. It is located near downtown Tinley Park, the train and I-80 for easy access to downtown Chicago, Tinley shopping and dining and the Interstate for travel wherever you need to go. Click the address link above for even more pictures, information and contact info to set an appointment.