In the table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Carol Stream, 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. If you are contemplating a change in lifestyle, ie. a more luxurious home or the luxury of the amenities in a senior citizen development, I may be able to save you some money via discounts available to me.     Active Listings List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt Less than $149,999 46 190 $150,000 - $199,999 68 150 $200,000 - $249,999 83 133 $250,000 - $299,999 63 111 $300,00... 11/08/2008

Don't forget the Halloween hours of Trick-or-Treating in Carol Stream... The hours have been designated at 3pm to 7pm. Parents as always are encouraged to monitor the goings on of groups of children who are going door to door and to check the goodies that are received. Children are encouraged to walk instead of running from house to house...(I can't imagine how that is going to happen) It is such an exciting time.. A good fitting (flame resistant) costume always helps.. I remember a girl on my doorstep one time who tripped, fell into another child who was the character from "Scream" and the stored blood from the "Scream" costume splashed all over her.   Don't forget the Halloween hours of Trick-or-Treating in Carol Stream...The hours have been designated at 3pm to 7pm.  Parents as alway... 10/31/2008

                                                      The official Village of Carol Stream Trick or Treat hours are Friday, October 31st from 3-7pm. To ensure a safe and fun Halloween, please review these safety tips with your children. _________________________________________________________________________________________                                        ~  SAFETY TIPS ~ Make sure your child's costume does not drag on the ground. Make sure the costume fits your child and is brightly colored or has reflective markings. Wear a watch. Preferably one that can be read in the dark. Accessories like light swords and sticks should be soft and flexible. Carry a flashlight! Obey traffic signals. Cross streets between crosswalks or at intersections.  If there are no sidewalks, walk on the... 10/19/2008

The holidays are fast approaching. The weather is changing, the colors are changing...and there is no denying, the real estate market has changed. We all have gone through an adjustment period. The Carol Stream real estate market has changed. Pricing has changed, marketing times have changed. The way we as REALTORS do business has changed. It is important to choose an experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive real estate agent when you are considering buying or selling. Long gone are the days of just needing a sign in the ground and the help of the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) to sell a home. Your real estate agent must have an aggressive marketing plan with a wide range of online presence to be sure that all areas of "online shopping" is covered. Here are some statistics on Carol Str... 10/19/2008

  Today is a sad day for Carol Stream residents and students and staff of Bartlett High School.   An announcement was made at school today that Lenny (Leonard) Gulczynski was killed in the line of duty in Iraq.  Lenny is a 2007 Graduate of Bartlett High School and joined the Army at 17.  He followed in the footsteps of his father and others in his family fighting for our Country.  Bartlett High School will have their flag at half-mast in honor of this fallen soldier Friday September 19, 2007. They will also have a photo and wreath at the flagpole for any community members who would like to pay their respects, or leave memorials in honor of Lenny and his bravery. I did not know Lenny well however, I remember when he played football with my son.  Thank you Lenny for your service and fight... 09/19/2008

Carol Stream Home Sales Average List Price and Sale Prices by subdivision in the Carol Stream area. Single Family HomesSearch Previous Sales Subdivision Sales Avg. List Avg. Sale Ratio Autumn Ridge 1 $524,500.00 $496,500.00 94.7 Cambridge Glen 1 $289,900.00 $240,000.00 82.8 Cambridge Pointe 1 $425,000.00 $417,000.00 98.1 Cambridge Walk 1 $500,000.00 $475,000.00 95 Fair Oaks 3 $162,100.00 $159,133.33 98.2 Hunters Crossing 10 $244,580.00 $233,900.00 95.6 Jason Court 2 $639,900.00 $641,907.50 100.3 Maplewood Estates 2 $324,900.00 $308,750.00 95 Mill Valley 1 $409,900.00 $398,000.00 97.1 Newport Trails 1 $289,000.00 $268,000.00 92.7 North Hills 1 $264,900.00 $256,250.00 96.7 Pine Ridge 1 $309,900.00 $300,000.00 96.8 Rolling Oaks 2 $401,400.00 $387,500.00 96.5 Shenandoah Valley 2 $320,000.0... 09/04/2008

It is possible that with all of the BACK TO SCHOOL, (already tired of hearing that comment) that all of the properties that were under contract/sold/pending, etc. in Carol Stream, Illinois, might not have been recorded.  However, below is a list of - as of this moment - what happened in Carol Stream in August 2008. Single Family Homes Sales Statistics: Properties Listed 41 Properties Under contract 18 Properties Closed 14   Attached Homes Sales Statistics: Properties Listed 45 Properties Under contract 11 Properties Closed  14   For further information about Carol Stream, Bloomingdale, Bartlett, and the surrounding areas, please don't hesitate to contact me - Laura Resnick 630-975-0615 or visit my website www.homesincarolstream.com   information found in this blog is obtained through th... 09/01/2008

In the table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Carol Stream, 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. If you are contemplating a change in lifestyle, ie. a more luxurious home or the luxury of the amenities in a senior citizen development, I may be able to save you some money via discounts available to me.         Active Listings List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt Less than $149,999 43 186 $150,000 - $199,999 61 150 $200,000 - $249,999 83 120 $250,000 - $299,999 63 130 $30... 09/01/2008

Looking for a Buyers Agent to show you homes in the Carol Stream area?   This is a great time to get your first home, move to a smaller home, or move to a larger home.  Interest rates are great and recently lowered despite all the media hype and is available to all with fairly decent credit.    SITTING ON THE FENCE HAS TO START HURTING AFTER WHILE!     LET ME HELP YOU GET STARTED!   These are the current market numbers and availability for homes in Carol Stream, IL.  The selections are best in the $250,000 to $300,000 range and we've got great larger executive styled homes for price ranges above that up to $597,900!  The median listing price for Carol Stream is $288,450 and the Average Market Time is 124 days.  Some "handyman specials" and "fixer uppers" are available for buyers trying... 08/29/2008

Looking for a townhome, condo, quad in the Carol Stream area?   This is a great time to get your first home, move to a smaller home, or move to a larger home.  Interest rates are great and recently lowered despite all the media hype and is available to all with fairly decent credit.  SITTING ON THE FENCE HAS TO START HURTING AFTER WHILE!    OUCH!    LET ME HELP YOU GET STARTED! These are the current market numbers and availability for Multi-family or attached homes in Carol Stream, IL.  The selections are in the $150,000 to $200,000 range and we've got great larger executive styled homes for price ranges above that up to $409,900!  The median listing price for Carol Stream is $199,842 and the Average Market Time is 176 days.  Some "handyman specials" and "fixer uppers" are available fo... 08/28/2008

Such a great town with so much to offer.  Check out the "School Digger" site to search out the quality of the schools in Carol Stream and other areas. The best buyer is one that is educated about the area where they are looking.  Try to focus on a specific location instead of a broad range of areas. When comparing Carol Stream to Fox Lake or to Rockford, you will find a wide spectrum of pricing, age and town amenities. And this makes it difficult for your Realtor to define what it is that you really seek and what is important vs. what is essential in your new property.  Give your professional the chance to do their job and to find the right home for you. Maybe your perfect property is one of the 14 single family homes in Carol Stream that is listed at $225,000 or under. Pricing has neve... 08/06/2008

The table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Carol Stream, 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. If you are contemplating a change in lifestyle, ie. a more luxurious home or the luxury of the amenities in a senior citizen development, I may be able to save you some money via discounts available to me.     Active Listings List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt Less than $149,999 36 198 $150,000 - $199,999 57 135 $200,000 - $249,999 74 132 $250,000 - $299,999 67 143 $300,000 -... 07/23/2008

                                                                                  New Student Registration for 2008-20092008-2009 New student registration for School District 93 will be held on Wednesday, August 13, 2008.  Families with students who will attend Carol Stream School, Western Trails School, Heritage Lakes School or Jay Stream Middle School can register at Jay Stream Middle School, 283 El Paso Lane in Carol Stream.  Families with students who will attend Roy DeShane School, Elsie Johnson School, Cloverdale School or Stratford Middle School can register at Stratford Middle School, 251 Butterfield Drive, Bloomingdale.  Registration at both Middle Schools will take place from 7:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 13, 2008  Proof of residency is ... 07/16/2008

The table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Carol Stream, 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. If you are contemplating a change in lifestyle, ie. a more luxurious home or the luxury of the amenities in a senior citizen development, I may be able to save you some money via discounts available to me.         Active Listings List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt Less than $149,999 33 224 $150,000 - $199,999 51 125 $200,000 - $249,999 77 137 $250,000 - $299,999 58 133 $300,... 06/27/2008

  The table below lists all of the single family detached and single family attached homes currently on the market in Carol Stream, 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. If you are contemplating a change in lifestyle, ie. a more luxurious home or the luxury of the amenities in a senior citizen development, I may be able to save you some money via discounts available to me.                                 Active Listings List Price Range # Listings Avg. Days on Mkt Less than $149,999 34 209 $150,000 - $199,999 48 139 $200,000 - $249,999 81 138 $250,0... 06/07/2008

Carol Stream Home Sales Average List Price and Sale Prices by subdivision in the Carol Stream area. Single Family HomesSearch Previous Sales Subdivision Sales Avg. List Avg. Sale Ratio Cambridge Pointe 3 $419,966.67 $404,000.00 96.2 Cambridge Walk 1 $500,000.00 $475,000.00 95 Covington Cove 1 $415,000.00 $375,000.00 90.4 Haddonfield 1 $369,900.00 $348,500.00 94.2 Hunters Crossing 1 $334,900.00 $321,000.00 95.8 Jason Court 2 $662,350.00 $655,522.50 99 Maplewood Estates 2 $324,900.00 $308,750.00 95 North Hills 2 $252,425.00 $245,625.00 97.3 Pine Ridge 1 $309,900.00 $300,000.00 96.8 Rolling Oaks 3 $397,933.00 $381,000.00 95.7 Spring Valley 7 $251,071.43 $240,000.00 95.6 Tall Oaks Estates 1 $474,900.00 $468,500.00 98.6 Western Trails 6 $278,266.67 $262,583.33 94.4 Attached HomesSearch Prev... 05/21/2008

Memorial Day.....the true sign that spring is here and school is almost out for the summer break. Too bad our weather has not been feeling much like spring. The Carol Stream real estate market has managed to keep busy during the "spring market." Carol Stream homes are moving and "experts" say that the housing crisis is just about over!! Here is the Carol Stream real estate statistics for the week of May 12 through May 18, 2008. These numbers include ALL SINGLE FAMILY HOMES FOR SALE and ATTACHED HOUSING FOR SALE including Townhouses, Condos and Duplexes. SINGLE FAMILY HOMES: 6      NEW 7      PRICE CHANGES 4      CONTINGENT/PENDING  ( UNDER CONTRACT ) 1      CLOSED ATTACHED HOUSING (TOWNHOUSES, CONDOS AND DUPLEXES): 5       NEW 6      PRICE CHANGES 1      CONTINGENT/PENDING  ( UNDER CONT... 05/20/2008

     It is hard to believe the Carol Stream annual 4-day "Summer in the Center" is fast approaching. The festival begins on Thursday, June 5, 2008 and runs till Sunday evening June 8, 2008. There is lots of entertainment, the Carnival and Amusement Park runs Thursday 6pm - 10pm and Friday 6pm- 11pm, Saturday from noon- 11pm and Sunday from noon- 10pm. A Beer Garden is open every evening and there is discounted Ride Wristbands Available every day. And as always....Great food from many vendors with business in Carol Stream. The run down on the entertainment looks like this... Thursday, June 5 6:00pm       Mike and Joe - This rock quartet plays cover songs from bands like....Fall Out Boys, Coldplay, The Killers, Green Day, Snow Patrol, Maroon 5, U2, Gavin Degraw, Sublime, Rusted Root, Pani... 05/11/2008

It is time for our annual RE/MAX School Balloon Program. That's right....RE/MAX All Pro, your Carol Stream RE/MAX is sponsoring their school balloon program at Roy De Shane Elementary School in the Community Consolidated School District 93 ( CCSD93). During this 90 minute school assembly, students will learn about the art of ballooning. The make up of the balloon and the actually inflation and lift off of the well recognized RE/MAX hot air balloon! Students and teachers are awe stricken by this giant balloon with the firey flames and loud ignitors. It always proves to be a great success and very fulfilling to see the smiling faces of the kids. Our event is on Friday, May 16, 2008. Our pilot will start promptly at 9:15 across the street from the school at Carol Stream's famous Armstrong ... 05/11/2008

It is so hard to believe that we are in the heart of spring! The spring flowers are in bloom. School gets out for most in about 2 1/2 weeks. Boy....time sure flies!!! We have had a strong year in real estate so far. Carol Stream homes are selling bringing new families into the community. Here are some statistics on Carol Stream Single Family Homes that are Active on the market as of today.....   Bedrooms # Active Avg. LP Avg. MT All 137 $328,125 142   2 or Less 1 $208,900 68   3 78 $277,316 137   4 53 $395,583 151   5 or More 5 $429,540 131   These are the statisics of Single Family homes in Carol Stream that have closed from January 1, 2008 to April 30, 2008. Bedrooms # Sold % Sold Avg LP (Sold) Avg SP SP:LP Ratio Avg MT (Sold) All 45 100% $306,949 $293,282 96% 139   2 or Less 1 100% $... 05/11/2008