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Appeal Your New Trier Property Taxes Before May 28, 2013
The deadline to appeal your New Trier Township property taxes is fast approaching. You have until May 28 to file your appeal and until June 7 to file documentation.
You can appeal your taxes yourself by going to the Cook County Assessor web site. Click on Appeals and then File a Residential Appeal.
If you want to handle your tax appeal yourself but need some help, the New Trier Township Assessor is a great resource. They will help you get your documentation in order for your appeal and there is no charge for this service. You can visit their website or stop by the New Trier Township offices at 739 Elm St. in Winnetka.
If you’d rather have an attorney take care of it, there are plenty of options. In fact, you’ve probably received at least twenty solicitations in the mail from tax appeal attorneys in the last month. Almost all of them work on a contingency basis, meaning that you don’t pay them unless they win the appeal (though you may have to pay for an appraisal, which runs about $375). Usually the attorneys’ fee is 50% of the first year’s savings. For the next two years you get to keep it all. If you want a good attorney, give us a call at 847-881-6657 or email us. The Come Home North Shore team can recommend an excellent attorney and we may be able to get you a better deal.
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2nd Annual Kenilworth Gardens Yard Sale
The Come Home North Shore real estate team is sponsoring the second annual Kenilworth Gardens Neighborhood Yard Sale on Saturday, May 18.
If you live in the neighborhood and want to participate, it’s easy. All you have to do is drop us a line and tell us you want in, then put prices on your merchandise, drag it outside and welcome the hoards of buyers that are bound to show up on sale day. That’s it. We’ll supply the signs and the advertising to ensure we get a good turnout.
If you’re not from the neighborhood, we hope you’ll stop by and check out all the wonderful “merchandise” we’ll be selling. I’m sure you’ll see lots of stuff you didn’t know you needed!
Here are the details:
When: Saturday, May 18 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Where: Hunter, Beechwood, Kenilworth, Chestnut, Thornwood, Greenwood and Elmwood (north of Lake Ave. and west of Ridge Rd.) in Wilmette
What to know more? Give us a call at 847-881-6657 or email us.
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Guided Bird Walks in Gillson Park
Attention bird watchers:
Enjoy Guided Bird Walks in Gillson Park beginning May 5 and continuing each Sunday in May.
The Illinois shoreline juts farthest into Lake Michigan at Gillson Park, making it an excellent spot to observe warblers and other migrant birds as they rest and eat during their long journey north every spring. Beginners and experienced birders of all ages are welcome to join the free, annual guided bird walks sponsored by Go Green Wilmette and the Wilmette Park District.
Where: Meet at the top of the Wallace Bowl near the Lakeview Center in Wilmette’s Gillson Park. Don’t forget your binoculars and bird books.
When: Tours on May 5th at 7 & 8 a.m. and May 12, 19 & 26 at 8 a.m.
For information see www.gogreenwilmette.org or contact [email protected]
Newer Glencoe Home From HighGate Builders
1223 Fairfield Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
This lovely newer home from HighGate Builders sits on nearly a half acre near the Glencoe Golf Course.
We’re big fans of HighGate’s homes. They are always well-designed for today’s lifestyle and always constructed with the finest materials. But here’s what we love about this home in particular:
- Knock-out finishes throughout, including walnut floors, stone entry, walnut panelled library, cook’s kitchen, high ceilings and luxurious master bath.
- A private, fenced back yard, perfect for entertaining, kids and dogs.
- Five bedrooms and four baths on the second floor, great for big families. A sixth bedroom and full bath on the lower level is a private retreat for guests, teenager or nanny.
- A lower level complete with home theatre, exercise room, rec room, bar and wine room.
This exquisite home is being offered at $2,695,000. If you would like to see it, please call us at 847-881-6657 to arrange a private showing.
You can see other North Shore new construction homes here.
We are North Shore real estate specialists and one of the top teams in the area. If you would like to schedule a buyer or seller consultation with the Come Home North Shore team, please contact us at 847-881-6657 or send us a note here
Third Annual Thornwood Park Egg Hunt
Back by popular demand! It’s the third annual Thornwood Park Egg Hunt, this Saturday morning, March 30, at 9:45.
Voted the #1 egg hunt on the North Shore by Kenilworth Gardens neighborhood kids, you won’t want to miss it. It looks like we’ll have decent weather for the hunt. Not as warm as last year but partly sunny and 50 degrees, which is definitely an improvement over recent temps.
The Thornwood Park Egg Hunt is hosted by the Come Home North Shore real estate team for kids 10 and under. Be sure and bring your camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny. And don’t forget to bring a basket for collecting your eggs. We’ll have prizes for the kids and a drawing for the parents.
Who: Kids 10 and under (but don’t worry, we aren’t going to card your kid)
Where: Thornwood Park in Wilmette (2400 Thornwood Ave. – catty-corner to Harper School)
When: Saturday, March 30. The hunt will start at 10:00 am SHARP! ( If you are even 5 minutes late you will miss it.) So come early to meet the Easter Bunny, guess the number of jelly beans in the jar and enter our drawing for a fabulous prize.
Why: Because it’s fun, of course!
New Construction Homes For Sale in Winnetka
For a while after the housing bust there was very little new construction going on on the North Shore with the exception of custom built homes for specific clients. But now, new construction has had a rebirth and builders are aggressively buying up property and building spec homes also. (A spec home is a home that is built without having a buyer).
Currently there are five (non-custom) new homes being built in Winnetka, ranging in price from $1,499,000 at the low end to $2,975,000. What do you get for that extra million and a half dollars? A bigger piece of property, a bigger house, a four car garage (vs. two car), more bells and whistles (eg., sauna, media room, etc.) and higher end finishes.
You can see all the Winnetka new construction homes available in the MLS here. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, let us know as we often have access to properties that are not listed in the MLS. and we can facilitate an introduction to the builder to see if there might be a fit between what you are looking for and what he is planning to build.
If you are interested in finding out more about new construction in Winnetka or anywhere else on the North Shore, call us at 847-881-6657 or drop us an email. We have extensive experience working with new home buyers, sellers and builders. We can help you select the right builder for your needs and budget, find a property on which to build, select an architect, choose paint colors and finishes and guide you in all facets of the project. With Come Home North Shore at your side, you can be sure you will make wise decisions for your lifestyle and your pocketbook.
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East Wilmette Home With Stunning Views
219 Linden Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
Wouldn’t it be great to walk out your front door and onto the golf course to play a few holes after work? Or walk down to the beach whenever the mood strikes? Do you like to sail or kayak in the lake? Do you have dogs that like to go to the dog beach? Would you love to have a huge grassy yard that you don’t have to mow?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, consider making this charming stone house your new home.
Located at 219 Linden Avenue in Wilmette, this home sits right on the golf course with stunning views of the Baha’i Temple. It’s just a quick walk to Gillson Park, the yacht club, dog beach. And, it’s just two blocks to the el station at 4th and Linden, so you can be downtown in about 40 minutes.
The home is lovingly maintained with many vintage details, and it’s just waiting for you to bring your decorating ideas and updates. There’s a large living room with a marble fireplace, a mahogany panneled library, dining room with bay window, wood-panneled family room and a bright kitchen with separate eating area. Upstairs there are four bedrooms and three vintage tile baths.
It’s being offered at $1,050,000. You can see more info about this home here. If you’d like to arrange a private showing, call us at 847-881-6657.
We are North Shore real estate specialists and one of the top teams in the area. If you would like to schedule a buyer or seller consultation with the Come Home North Shore team, please contact us at 847-881-6657 or send us a note here
Remodeled Glencoe Home Near Town, Train and Park
789 Vernon Ave., Glencoe, IL 60022
Just listed by the Come Home North Shore team, this lovely brick Glencoe home has a great in-town location, just steps from train, shopping, parks and beach.
The house has a perfect layout for entertaining, with spacious living room, dining room and family room, that opens out onto the professionally landscaped backyard.
It’s only thirteen years old, but it has been completely remodeled over the last five years. The bright eat-in kitchen has top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz counters and designer lighting. The spa-like master bath has rain shower, air jacuzzi tub and Ann Sachs glass tile. The closets, flooring, laundry room and powder room have also been redone and many new mechanicals recently installed.
This is a great home for someone who appreciates fine quality and enjoys being close to everything. It is being offered at $1,349,000. You can get more information here. Or give us a call at 847-881-6657 if you’d like a private showing.
We are North Shore real estate specialists and one of the top teams in the area. If you would like to schedule a buyer or seller consultation with the Come Home North Shore team, please contact us at 847-881-6657 or send us a note here.
Going Green Matters Environmental Fair
On Sunday, March 10 Go Green Wilmette and the Village of Wilmette will present the 7th annual community environmental fair, Going Green Matters.
This is an afternoon of fun and educational activities for all ages. See the latest eco cars, commuter bikes, and home energy efficiencies. Enjoy nature activities for children and adults, cooking demonstrations and good food. Try your luck at the raffle. Find out what’s in your cosmetics and your food. Get advice about composting, rain gardens, or the best light bulbs for your home. Bring old electronics, Styrofoam and gently used children’s books for recycling. To volunteer, exhibit or see details go to: www.goinggreenmatters.org.
When: Sunday, March 10 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm
Where: Woman’s Club of Wilmette, 930 Greenleaf Ave., Wilmette
Tickets: FREE!
The recycling center will be open from 12:00 to 5:00 pm at Central School, 910 Central Ave. You can recycle batteries, electronics, styrofoam, Holiday lights and more. Get a complete list here.
The Cutest Little House in Evanston
2225 Noyes St., Evanston, IL 60201
Are you thinking of buying a condo but can’t stand the thought of living in a high rise or vanilla box condo with no outdoor space? Need a pet friendly place for you and Rover? Then this adorable little house might be for you.
This one-bedroom home at 2225 Noyes Street in NW Evanston is 616 square feet of pure charm, plus plenty of outdoor space, including a nice yard and brick patio It’s one of the original Sears Roebuck catalog house, constructed in 1917 from ready-to-assemble pieces. It was certainly a quality product, as it’s solid as a rock despite being almost 100 years old.
1917 Sears Roebuck catalog house
Although it’s small, the house has everything you need: a recently updated kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and a “great room” for dining, watching TV and entertaining. In warm weather you can enjoy the screened porch overlooking the backyard and patio. The basement has plenty of room for laundry and storage, and comes with a heated greenhouse as an added bonus for plant lovers.
The home is being offered at $310,000. You can go here for more info. Or give us a call at 847-881-6657 if you’d like to see it.
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- 2 Lake Forest
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- 5 Highland Park
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- 8 Winnetka
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