A little about living in Aurora Aurora really is a terrific city to live in, and may be one of the most diverse cities in the area – economically and socially.  The home prices in Aurora range from under $100-thousand to over $1 million and can be purchased in new master planned communities and in historic communities alike.  With approximately 160,000 residents, Aurora is the second largest city in Illinois and is somehow able to maintain the feel of a town only a fraction its population.    Real Estate in Aurora Housing values in Aurora have faired well despite the media onslaught. According to the Multiple Listing Service of Northern Illinois, the median sale price of single family homes in December 2006 was $187,750 and in December 2007 the median prices dropped only slightly to $1... 01/06/2008

If you are looking to buy in Aurora or the surrounding areas, please call me at 630-341-1545 or visit http://www.lanitacates.com/. Whether you are a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, I'd love to work with you. You don't pay me to help you buy a home so whether you buy next month or next year, I'd love to hear from you! 01/04/2008

If you are looking to purchase in Aurora, Montgomery, Oswego area, please call me. I would love to represent you and help you find the perfect home. Whether you are a first time homebuyer or a seasoned homebuyer, visit my website at www.lanitacates.com. Aurora il real estate, Aurora illinois real estate 01/03/2008

I love the Aurora, Naperville, Montgomery, Oswego area and am helping lots of buyers in those areas.  It's growing and I am taking buyers out there several times a week which is awesome.  Let me know if you have someone interested in that area!  I only work with buyers, not sellers. If you are relocating to this area, give me a call as I would love to represent you. 12/25/2007

Aurora, in my opinion is one of the highest "value for money" cities in the area.  The homes are beautiful.  The town continues to build services and parks for the community that draws home buyers.  Aurora has faired very well during the mass assault of the media to over-hype the market correction we are going through.  YTD average sales price for detached single family homes in Aurora is only down -3.5%.  The number of homes sold is down a staggering 22.8%.    10/02/2007

I went out and spent some time in Abington Woods this past weekend. When you think about a great townhomes complex that really looks sharp and is laid out well, Abington Woods should come to mind. Many of the buildings in the Abington Woods Subdivision are laid out vertically, side-by-side. This creates a common driveway on one side and a common "greenway" on the other. Abington Woods townhomes also include some of the most popular modern features such as large kitchens with breakfast bars, partial brick exteriors, 2-car garages and some also feature full basements - a feature you don't often find in townhomes. These are located in a perfect location right next to the Park Avenue subdivision and convenient to both Aurora and Naperville. if you are looking for homes for sale in Aurora de... 09/15/2007

Last weekend, I spent the afternoon on the far east side of Aurora doing research on several popular townhome complexes. The first was Park Avenue Subdivision where I had an appointment to do a market analysis. This complex is located on New York Street just west of Eola and is in a prime location for buyers looking for a home that's close to both Aurora and Naperville. Some of the more popular features with the Park Avenue townhomes include pond and woods views, partial brick fronts and some units feature full basements. If you are a home buyer looking for homes for sale in Aurora, this is one community you shouldn't pass up. Convenient to major transportation such as Ogden and just minutes from the Naperville Metra station and I-88 tollway. 09/15/2007

Nestled among mature landscaping on Aurora's west side, the Alschuler Subdivision is a popular place for buyers looking for sprawling custom-built ranch homes. This area was constructed mostly in the 1960's and include many large homes up to nearly 4,000 square feet. This area blends in well with several other nearby subdivisions but is known for it's large lots and beautiful garden-like yards. The homes in Alschuler Subdivision feature many of the popular styles and features of estate homes of the era including custom built-ins and brick exteriors. If you are interested in living in Alschuler or finding out more about nearby Aurora subdivisions, you can click one of the links above to locate additional information. 09/09/2007

The Tanner Historic District is one of the largest historic districts on Aurora's west side. Created as a locally designated historic district in 1998, it is located just west of Lake Street and includes homes dating from the mid-1800's into the 20th Century. This district is always expanding, adding areas gradually - the last being parts of Oak Street in October of 2006. The Aurora Tanner Historic District includes a variety of home styles, from Victorian to Bungalow, Italiante to Queen Anne. The boundaries and streets of this historic district are marked with informational signs located on the street corners. For information about this historic district as well as other subdivisions in Aurora, you can click the links above to find additional news. 09/09/2007

A few weeks ago, one of my clients in Belles Terres completed the sale of her condo. If you've never been out to Belles Terres, this beautiful condominium complex offers many options for buyers looking for attached-style living. Consisting of 5 buildings, including 3 towers and 2 two-story buildings, Belles Terres condos offer spacious living among beautifully-landscaped grounds. The complex also features a clubhouse, swimming room and in-building laundry as well as an underground parking structure in each of the three tower buildings. If you are interested in living in the Fox Valley, you can use the following resource to find information about other subdivisions in Aurora. 09/09/2007

The Aurora Illinois market is a mixed bag with national pressure weighing heavily on local conditions. The regional impact is good with 1234 homes sold in the 12 month period ending July 31. This is a slight drop of 7.14% better than national average and better than Chicago. The days on market has increased by a full three weeks over last years and is now at 71 days which is a respectable number. The number of homes under contract when comparing July of 2006 with July of 2007 is virtually unchanged. 257 units this year was only 3 units shy of last year. The year to year comparison is almost the same with 236 homes sold this July and 266 homes sold last July. The inventory levels are as high as we have seen in over two years but the median price has remainded positive with a minimal loss... 08/03/2007

The real estate market today has cooled. The local builders in the area are scaling back but for a myriad of reasons they are continuing onward and upward. The idea of owning a new home is in the mind of all of us. The reality is if you are opting for new construction you should contact your local realtor and ask about incentives that builders may be offering on the inventory of homes that are either already built and ready to move into or are in some stage of completion.The need to keep the doors open and the guys working in the field has created opportunities for home buyers. The builder may be willing to offer upgrades and incentives to buy a home already under construction. You may even be able to pick some of your own options. It is definitely worth talking to your realtor about. 07/25/2007

Excellent 2-story home with charm and individuality. Large cheery, modern kitchen w/ plenty of oak cabinets. ALL updates within 6 years: Furnace, central air, electric, plumbing,windows, roof, baths + more!! FR, workshop & shower in basement. Porch overlooks your own private extra lot Pin 1523128015, $275 taxes. Lots of Parking. Entire property fenced. Alsp avaiilable as Rent to Own.   05/14/2007

Oakhurst Subdivision is located on the far east side of Aurora near the intersection of New York and Eola Road. This large community of perhaps 1000 homes features hiking paths, community parks and semi-custom homes. Oakhurst subdivision is divided into a number of smaller sub-sections known as "neighborhoods". Most neighborhoods can be located off of McCoy Drive which bisects the community. Most homes in Oakhurst feed into school district 204 and are conveniently located between the cities of Aurora and Naperville. Local shopping includes the Fox Valley mall as well as many other restaurants and stores along Route 59 just to the east of Oakhurst. If you are looking for Aurora real estate the homes of Oakhurst subdivision might be exactly what you're looking for. 04/05/2007

The Edgebrook Estates Subdivision is a small group of homes just south of Arrow Wood Subdivision on the west side of the city. Numbering perhaps 25 or 30, the homes of Edgebrook Estates feature expansive floorplans, modern features and reasonable values. Perfect for homeowners on the go, Edgebrook Estates homes are located close to the center of the west side of Aurora. Edgebrook Estates is also conveniently located closeby I-88, and Galena Blvd. Perhaps one of thie best features of this Aurora subdivision is the relative value of homes. Ranging in price from the high-$100,000s to the mid-$200,000s, homes in Edgebrook Estates represent both spacious recent construction and one of the best price-to-square-foot ratios in all of Aurora real estate. Located on the north side of Illinois jus... 04/02/2007

I have just completed my feature page for the Aurora Subdivision known as the Rollingwood Colony Subdivision. This small group of attached homes is found in western Aurora and features perhaps 28 townhome-style homes. Although many of these homes feel like townhomes with attached garages, multi-story living and vaulted ceilings, this is actually a condominium community which means it's perfect for owners who don't want the hastle of exterior maintenence (lawns, siding, etc). These newer homes were built between 2004 and 2005 and many feature brick exteriors, small porches and patios, nice landscaping as well as luxyry interior features such as vaulted ceilings and gourmet kitchens. If you are shopping for an attached-style home in western Aurora IL real estate, take a look at these spac... 03/24/2007

The large Foxcroft Subdivision is located on the NW corner of Indian Trail and Elmwood and features several hundred homes, townhomes, duplexes and condos. The location of this subdivision makes it a popular place for Aurora Real Estate - convenient to I-88, Orchard Road, Randall Road as well as the city of Aurora. Homes in Foxcroft really varry in price - making it a great community for all types of buyers. Built in the 1970's, the community includes well-built, yet affordable homes - some over 2,000 square feet. Also a popular features is Foxcroft Lake as well as a small playground nearby. There are some newer townhomes that flank the eastern and northern sides of the lake as well as a bank of condos on the west and northwest of the lake. Foxcroft subdivision also features lots of matu... 03/23/2007

Orchard Valley Village Subdivision has both townhomes and single-family homes available. Home buyers looking for Aurora IL real estate should take a look at this area for nicely-appointed homes with reduced upkeep requirements. The Townhomes of Orchard Valley Village feature perhaps 100 townhomes located on the SW corner of Orchard Road and Indian Trail. With prices ranging in the upper 100's - these townhomes - often with 2-3 bedrooms and 1.5-2.5 baths are great options for professionals on the go. For those looking for a little more space, the single-family homes in the western portion of this subdivision are perfect. Many of these single-family homes are ranch-style homes and often feature smaller yards - perfect for the homeowner that wants a little land but hates the upkeep require... 03/23/2007

Welcome to 1875 Tall Oaks Drive, a condominium in Aurora IL - $SOLD Completely redone!  Gorgeous one bedroom unit offers western exposure. Spacious living room with corner fireplace! Central air conditioning. Additional cabinets in dining room allow for flexible use of space! Bath with whirlpool tub. All neutral decor. Large, private deck with attached weber gas grill- (gas for your grill, fireplace and heat is included in the monthly assessment - $155.00)  A commuters delight! Just off I88 at Farnsworth/Kirk -with easy access to all that the Fox valley has to offer! This home is offered for $89,812 For more information about this Aurora IL condo or any of your Aurora IL real estate needs contact Angus Woodbury  at 630-717-7386 Specializing in residential real estate in Chicago's Weste... 03/18/2007

Cherry Hill Subdivision is located directly across from Orchard Valley on the southwest corner of the intersection of Galena Boulevard and Orchard Road in the western portion of Aurora. The homes of Cherry Hill were built over a long stretch of time - from the 1960s to 1980s. This means that there is quite a wide variety in home styles and sizes. In 2006, home prices in Cherry Hill ranged from $252,000 all the way to $320,000. 2005 sales data is no longer available, but there are usually few homes on the market in Cherry Hill each year. Homeowners in Cherry Hill tend to be long-time residents and there aren't a lot of homes on the market at any one time. Cherry Hill is also connected to the newer Blackberry Trail subdivision to the west. The homes of Cherry Hill tend to be rather large ... 02/25/2007