Batavia IL Market Report, May 15 2011 If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Batavia, IL you want to keep up on what is happening in the housing market. Read for information about home prices in Batavia IL. You can also go to my website to see all the new listings. So far in 2011 the average closed price of $255,878 is just a little below below 2010′s average closed price of $270,000. If you would like a detailed report for your neighborhood or subdivision in Batavia IL please give me a call at (630)945-7935. If you would like to receive free independent market research reports from Altos Research click here. __________________________________________________________________________ Batavia IL Market Statistics As of May 15 2011 2011 Closed Sales: 54 Average Closed Price: $2... 05/15/2011

Batavia IL Home Sales Report, May 1 2011 If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Batavia, IL you want to know what is happening with home sales this Spring.  The market changes quickly at this tiime of year, so stay informed with regular updates on home prices and new listings. This home at 228 Blair St, priced at $300,000, received five offers this past weekend and has gone under contract at more than list price. Listed by Leslie Ebersole and Katie Hemming of Baird & Warner. So far in 2011 the average closed price of $255,564 is just a little below below 2010′s average closed price of $270,000. If you would like a detailed report for your neighborhood or subdivision in Batavia IL please give me a call at (630)945-7935. If you would like to receive free independent market res... 05/10/2011

Batavia IL Easter Egg Hunt April 16 If your family is looking forward to hunting for Easter eggs in Batavia, IL, make sure that you mark April 16 on your calender. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny will be at 8:30 and the free Easter egg hunt will begin at 10:00 am. Registration is required for the breakfast, so call (630)879-5235 right away for more information. These family fun events will be held at the Rotolo Middle School. For the egg hunt, meet at the Pavilion at the adjoining Prairie Path Park at 9:45. Don’t forget to bring a bag or basket to collect the Easter eggs. Have fun! Geneva IL Easter Egg Hunt April 16 The always-popular and fun Easter Egg Hunt in Geneva IL will be held on Saturday April 16 at 10:00 am. The Easter Egg Hunt is run every year by the Geneva Park District and ... 04/15/2011

Over the past couple days, I've been working on revamping one of my local websites - Batavia Real Estate. The main reason is that I'm thinking of porting over to the Wordpress platform so I can more easily manage the creation of new pages without having to mess with the coding. Up until now, all of my webpages with the exception of my blogs have been designed and coded by hand in HTML. I also feel like moving to a PHP-based platform is going to give me a lot more flexibility. For example, with PHP I can display recent blog posts in-line from my front page and generate listing detail pages on the fly from a database. There are a couple big drawbacks, so I'm testing it on one of my local websites rather than my main site at www.illinoislandandhomes.com. First, I don't know what the affect... 04/11/2011

I carefully monitor the housing market here in the western suburbs of Chicago. So far this year, it looks as if transactions are maintaining a steady pace. As always, houses that are well-priced and very attractively presented will sell in this market. In the Fox River Valley the spring flowers are beginning to emerge and the trees are in bud. If you are thinking of buying or selling a home, now is the perfect time to give me a call at (630)945-7935.   Batavia IL Market Update | Single Family Homes 2011 Closed Sales: 33 Average Closed Price: $257,071 Average Market Time: 189 Days Under Contract: 41 Average List Price: $279,061 Average Market Time: 259 days Active Listings: 180 Average List Price: $366,807 Average Market Time: 266 Days ___________________________________________________... 04/05/2011

Batavia IL Market Update|Single Family Homes|March 31 2011 If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Batavia, IL you need to know what is happening in the housing market.  The market changes quickly at this time of year, so stay plugged in with regular updates  on home prices in Batavia IL and all the new listings. Even in this tough market, houses sell quickly when they are beautifully presented and well priced. On March 8 we listed this home at 228 Blair St for $300,000. We had it under contract by March 13! So far in 2011 the average closed price of $257,071 is just a little below below 2010′s average closed price of $270,000. If you would like a detailed report for your neighborhood or subdivision in Batavia IL please give me a call at (630)945-7935. If you would like to re... 04/03/2011

Tanglewood Hills is a subdivision of higher-end custom homes set in the rolling hills ofBatavia, IL. The area features over 40% open space and two parks with play lots. The Tanglewood Swim and Tennis Club is a hub of activity in the summer. Tanglewood Hills is  located just a few minutes from I-88 and is just 10 miles from Naperville, Lisle and Downer’s Grove. There are some great new listings in Tanglewood Hills, so if you are looking for a lovely home in Batavia, I'd love to show them to you. Showing properties 1 - 10 of 12. See more TANGLEWOOD HILLS SINGLE FAMILY HOMES FOR SALE. (all data current as of 3/17/2011) $589,900 : 2557 Kane Lane, BATAVIA 5 beds, 5.1 baths Size: n/a Lot size: 14,702 sq ft Year built: 2001 Parking spots: 3 Days on market: 95   $599,000 : MLS # 07717363 in BAT... 03/17/2011

This month's Batavia Market Update for Single Family Homes has great news for Batavia IL residents and home buyers: the Spring market appears to be off to a great start! The showing activity appears to have picked up as the weather improves -- our long, cold winter appears to be giving way to milder and sunnier days. While the average sold price of $232,344 is below that of 2010, there are about 15% fewer homes on the market compared to this time last year. List prices appear to have stabilized in all but the very top price brackets. Home buyers are looking for good values in all price brackets. Home sellers need to avoid making common mistakes, price comeptitively and present their homes in tip top condition. If you would like a detailed report for your neighborhood or subdivision in B... 03/13/2011

Tanglewood Hills is a subdivision of lovely custom homes on the southern edge of Batavia, IL. Tanglewood Hills features over 40% open space with woods, parks and walking trails. The highly regarded Grace McWayne Elementary School is located in the subdivision. All residents belong to Tanglewood Swim and Tennis Club. Tanglewood Hills is  located just a few minutes from I-88 and is just 10 miles from Naperville, Lisle and Downer’s Grove. Please call me at (630)945-7935 if you would like more information on homes in Batavia. TANGLEWOOD HILLS SINGLE FAMILY HOMES FOR SALE. $589,900 : 2557 Kane Lane, BATAVIA 5 beds, 5.1 baths Size: n/a Lot size: 14,702 sq ft Year built: 2001 Parking spots: 3 Days on market: 78 $599,999 : 2252 Kane Lane, BATAVIA 4 beds, 3.1 baths Size: 4,071 sq ft Lot size: 13... 03/01/2011

If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Batavia, IL you want the most up to the minute information on the housing market. The Spring market in our area begins right after Super Bowl Sunday and many sellers are preparing their homes for sale even in this frigid weather. Buyers are spending their time on the internet, looking at home photos and comparing prices. Now more than ever, a home for sale in Batavia IL must be attractively staged and compellingly priced. So far in 2011 the average closed price of homes in Batavia IL $248,000 is significantly below 2010's average closed price of $270,000. If you would like a detailed report for your neighborhood or subdivision in Batavia IL please give me a call at (630)945-7935. If you would like to receive free independent market rese... 02/09/2011

In Batavia IL the housing market has improved in 2010. The number of closed transactions for single family homes has increased while the average price has decreased this year. In 2009 there were 176 closed sales for an average closed price of $314,575. In 2010 there have been 198 closed sales at an average price of $290,151. In Batavia, IL the number of closed transactions in 2010 increased by 12.5% over 2009, while the average closed price dropped by 8%. There were a significant number of bank-owned foreclosures and short sales sold in 2010, especially at the lower end of the price range at prices below about $200,000. 60% of the transactions closed for under $300,000. While there have been several new listings in Batavia IL in the past two weeks, the total inventory is dropping as so... 01/04/2011

The Batavia IL Real Market continues to tick along despite the chilly December weather. Sales actviity has dropped with the temperatures, but even so, about 15 sellers have put their homes under contract in the past two weeks. In Batavia IL the number of transactions has increased and the average price has decreased this year. In 2009 there were 176 closed sales for an average closed price of $314,575. In 2010 there have been 194 closed sales at an average price of $291,105. While there have been several new listings in Batavia IL in the past two weeks, the total inventory has dropped about 15% to 182 homes. Investors and frugal home buyers have new opportunities for "great deals" in Fannie Mae or HUD foreclosure homes. If you would like more information about the real estate market in... 12/23/2010

Most real estate agents have gotten the call "We want to make a real estate investment. We want to be rich. Show me some great deals". I used to react quickly, perhaps too quickly. But this year I've been too busy to spin my wheels as a taxi driver and short-order market analyst for people who aren't committed to buying property. A few of my existing clients have been pestering me for months to help them make real estate investments, including Bill and Sue who I sold a wonderful house in Batavia IL last year. They also have friends who want to become real estate investors and take advantage of the great deals in St Charles IL, Geneva IL and Batavia IL. I made them do homework first. These are people I care about and I want them to use their money wisely. I told them that before I'd do a... 12/17/2010

In Batavia IL over the past few weeks, the number of new contracts has dropped with the temperatures while the inventory has slightly increased since November. A number of homes were newly listed, some of them with beautiful holiday decorations that show wonderfully on bright winter days. Many Spring home buyers start their search during the holiday season, so if you're planning on selling next year, make your outside decorations especially attractive and take some photos. If you would like a detailed report for your community or subdivision in Batavia IL please let me know by calling (630)945-7935 or sending an email (contact info below) Batavia IL 2010 YTD Market Report: Single Family Homes   2010 Closed Sales: 187 Average Closed Price: $294,724 Average Market Time: 169 Days Under Co... 12/11/2010

Batavia IL is a charming community located about 40 miles west of downtown Chicago. This town of 27,000 residents has been named by Money Magazine as one of the top 100 small towns in America. Batavia has weathered the housing downtown relatively well. While prices are lower than a few years ago, sellers have become more realistic and buyers have been happy to find great homes in Tanglewood Hills, Harvell Farms and the historic downtown area. If you would like a detailed report for your community or subdivision in Batavia IL please let me know.   Batavia IL 2010 YTD Market Report: Single Family Homes   2010 Closed Sales: 178 Average Closed Price: $298,741 Average Market Time: 164 Days Under Contract: 34 Average List Price: $251,276 Average Market Time: 330 days Active Listings: 191 Ave... 11/22/2010

Batavia, IL, Halloween Trick or Treat will be from 4:00 to 7:00 pm Sunday, October 31. In downtown Batavia  the Riverwalk is festively decorated. Please make sure that little ones are supervised and carry a flashlight or glow stick. Have a Spooktacular time trick or treating in the Windmill City, Batavia, IL.     Search All the Homes for Sale in Batavia 10/31/2010

In the table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Batavia IL  The data lists available homes by price range with average time on market in each range. Should you have an interest in homes in a selected price range, send me your physical characteristics requirements. I will send complete details on those homes that meet your criteria. Active Listings List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt Less than $149,999 7 191 $150,000 - $199,999 58 190 $200,000 - $249,999 42 241 $250,000 - $299,999 47 183 $300,000 - $349,999 22 227 $350,000 - $399,999 26 325 $400,000 - $449,999 15 394 $450,000 - $499,999 7 312 $500,000 - $549,999 9 256 $550,000 - $599,999 6 225 $600,000 - $699,999 15 312 $700,000 - $799,999 5 145 $800,000 - $8... 09/12/2010

Tanglewood Hills is a beautiful development set in the rolling hills of Batavia, IL. Residents enjoy the wildflower meadows, mature woods, parks and walking trails spread throughout the subdivision. There are two parks with play lots maintained by by the Batavia Park District and the highly regarded Grace McWayne Elementary School is located in the subdivision. All residents belong to Tanglewood Swim and Tennis Club. Tanglewood Hills is located on the southern edge of Batavia and located just a few minutes from I-88. Tanglewood Hills is just 10 miles from Naperville, Lisle and Downer's Grove and 45 miles from downtown Chicago.   Tanglewood Hills, Batavia: Market Update September 06, 2010 8 Closed Sales ranging in price from $460,000 to $868,163 since January 1, 2010 2 Under Contract ra... 09/05/2010

Whether I'm standing in line at the grocery store or meeting a new client in Batavia, IL, people always ask "what's happening in the housing market?". The national news has certainly been discouraging. But here in the western suburbs of Chicago we're doing better than most areas. The Chicago Tribune recently published interesting local data: "Among the Chicago-area counties, the only one to eke out a positive sales performance was Kane County, where July sales rose 1.3 percent from a year ago". (drops in the other 5 counties ranged from 18.6% to 35.8%...ouch). Harvell Farms and Mill Creek, Batavia: Market Update September 05, 2010 11 Closed Sales ranging in price from $298,000 to $520,500 since January 1, 2010 2 Under Contract ranging in price from $324,900 to $364,900. 7 Active Listin... 09/05/2010

Whether I'm standing in line at the grocery store or meeting a new client in Batavia, IL, people always ask "what's happening in the housing market?". The national news has certainly been discouraging.  But here in the western suburbs of Chicago we're doing better than most areas. The Chicago Tribune  recently published interesting local data: "Among the Chicago-area counties, the only one to eke out a positive sales performance was Kane County, where July sales rose 1.3 percent from a year ago". (drops in the other 5 counties ranged from 18.6% to 35.8%...ouch). Harvell Farms and Mill Creek, Batavia: Market Update September 05, 2010 11 Closed Sales ranging in price from $298,000 to $520,500 since January 1, 2010 2 Under Contract ranging in price from $324,900 to $364,900. 7 Active List... 09/05/2010