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Real Estate Weeklywww.saukvalley.com
A Marketing Feature of Sauk Valley Media
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110 E. Lynn Blvd.,Sterling, IL 61081
1319 N. Galena Ave.Dixon, IL 61021
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John RosengrenBroker/Owner815-631-8550
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Patti Sword Chris King
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EVERYTHING’S NEW!2 Bedroom home offering new roof, siding,flooring, kitchen and bath. Full basementand garage. Quick possession. NOTHINGTO DO BUT MOVE IN!
#119812
PRACTICAL!This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath ranch home has nicelarge rooms throughout. 1,448 sq. ft. withheated breezeway, great laundry room and 2car attached garage. Gravel parking area forRV with 50 amp electric. Check it out today!
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#121034
NEW AND READY FOR YOU!2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage unit.Built under the “Lifetime Home” concept.Wide doorways and no steps. Finishedinsulated & drywalled garage. Nice deck.Yard graded and seeded. No homeowner’sassociation fees. Start living the easy life!
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COMMERCIAL LOTS!This package includes 6 unimproved lotswith exposure to Route 30 in Rock Falls.Additional rental house with 2 bedroomsand full basement.
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NOT YOUR ORDINARY!You will love this secluded retreat in theheart of Dixon. Consists of 1+ Acre ofwooded wonderland and unique limestonerock wall. It’s a 5 bedroom, 3 bath raisedranch - oh so spacious! Adjacent 1.24acres available too.
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SO MUCH FOR THE $$Beautiful 4 bedroom country home with theperfect blend of traditional & modern con-veniences. Master suite, main floor fam-ily room, sun room & open porch. This 3acre parcel includes a playhouse, machineshed & barn. Country living at its best!
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SEVEN BEDROOMSThis 1924 stone beauty has room for every-one. Seven bedrooms & 4 1/2 baths. Theoriginal slate roof was painstakingly restoredand the home features a brand new, high ef-ficiency heating system. 4,305 sq. ft. of liv-ing space on three levels. Additional spaceincludes a full basement with an additionalfamily room and fireplace. Main floor office/den features a corner fireplace.
#115312
RURAL LOG PARADISEBeautiful log home with exceptioanl views.Sitting on 5 acres with CRP Income anda 48x54 insulated building, stainless ap-pliances, 3 bedrooms, master suite, largeloft and much more! Call Keith for ashowing!
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#120472
#121334-121335
DO YOU NEED HIGH EXPOSURE?This office building on Rte. 40 offersall office equipment, exterior sign and2 car garage. 136 ft. of highway front-age. LOTS OF POSSIBILITIES! RealtorOwned.
#111299
TOO GOOD TO BE TRUEThis 4 bedroom home features a stone exte-rior and a tile roof. Completely new kitchen,formal dining room, large living room witha fireplace and a sunroom. Newer boiler,and lots of upgrades. The kitchen featuresa granite breakfast bar, customer cabinets,stainless steel appliances and wood floors.Full basement has a workshop and pantry.Two car attached garage.
#120981
VERY WELL BUILT!1 1/2 Story home with 2200 sq. ft. of liv-ing space. Includes 4 bedrooms, full base-ment, 3 car garage and much more. Thishome needs a new family. Call Keith forshowings!
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#121101
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GREAT CURB APPEAL!Charming curb appeal will draw you in!Traditional ranch home with 3 bedroomsand 1.5 bathrooms. Finished lower levelwith family room and additional bedroom.Updated patio door leads to a great main-tenance free deck. Additional yard shedfor storage.
#122043 #122044
#121596
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FOUR BEDROOMSThis new Northland Hills listing is loaded with features. Four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open floor plan, formal dining room, formal liv-ing room, main floor family room off the kitchen and a four season porch. All this on a beautifully landscaped lot. Recent updatesinclude a new water softener, new furnace and newer roof.
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Prep work important before painting
Painting a home’s interior can give it a completely new look and feel. A fresh coat of paint can make a room feel more vibrant and up-to-date, creating a whole new attitude within the room without breaking the bank.
Whether creating an accent wall or painting each wall within a room, painting is a relatively easy and inexpensive home improvement project. But that doesn’t mean painting does not require a little prep work before the project can begin.
* Address any holes or bumps on the wall. Holes or cracks in the wall will need to be patched with spackle, which then must dry before the wall can be given a new coat of paint. In addition, sand down any bumps until the walls are smooth and free of any unsightly abnormalities.
* Wash the walls. Walls can get dirty, and that dirt may or may not be masked by paint. Before adding a new coat of paint, wash the walls and inspect them for dust. Dust can collect on molding, especially in rooms that get little natural air. When dust has collected on the molding and around doorways and trim, use a damp cloth to wipe it away before adding any new paint.
* Apply primer. Primer can serve many functions, not the least of which is its role as a bonding agent between the wall and the top coat of paint. Primer can also help conceal dark colors, prevent stains and increase the life expectancy of the paint job you are about to undertake.
* Prepare your paint. Preparing the paint is a simple task, but one novice painters may not be aware of. When opening a new can of paint, stir the paint before using it. In addition, even if you don’t plan to use a roller when painting, do not paint straight from the can, which can be heavier to hold than a small bowl, and a light bowl is less likely to be spilled than a potentially heavy can of paint. In addition, once paint has been removed from the can, replace the lid so dust and other impurities do not settle in the can.
* Purchase painter’s tape. Painter’s tape can be especially valuable to novice painters. Painter’s tape makes it easier to paint smooth and clean paint lines, giving a room a more professional looking coat of paint without the cost of hiring a professional painter.
Painting can be an inexpensive and fun way to upgrade a home’s interior. But even though painting does not require the technical know-how of more large-scale home improvement projects, it still requires some prep work and attention to detail to ensure the job is done right.
My basement is wet; now what?
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Some homeowners live in areas where a high water table inevitably forces groundwater up and into subterranean living spaces. Others may live close to coastal areas or rivers and streams that can overflow and cause home flooding. Still others who may not have had a water problem before learn that a heavy rainfall, and perhaps inadequate drainage outdoors, can cause water damage to a home.
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* Sump pump: In some cases, the installation of a well and a submersible pump may be all that’s needed to keep basements dry. When water rises high enough to start the pump, the sump pump will then expel the water out through a pipe to a drain or the street. Sometimes a sump pump works in concert
with a French drainage system, which is a channel around the perimeter of the basement that funnels water to the sump pump well.
* Vapor barriers: Vinyl, plastic and paint encapsulation systems may be applied to the interior of foundation walls to serve as a barrier system. This prevents water or condensation from reaching the interior of the house. A vapor barrier may extend below the foundation to direct water runoff into a drainage system.
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Some trees can be pruned in winter
Many homeowners may not know that
pruning trees in the winter can benefit some
trees. Deciduous trees are dormant in winter,
so they won’t bleed sap when pruned at this
time of year like they will at other times of
year. In addition, many varieties of trees
are less likely to attract disease or insects if
pruned in the winter. Oak trees, for example,
emit a strong odor when pruned, and that
odor can attract a type of beetle that causes
oak wilt. But this type of beetle hibernates
in the winter, making this the ideal season to
prune oak trees.
Before pruning trees, regardless of the
time of year, homeowners should learn the
types of trees on their property and when
the ideal pruning season is for each type of
tree. Pruning also may depend on climate, so
speak with a local gardening or landscaping
professional to determine when is the best
time to prune the trees on your property.
Once the time has come to prune, keep the
following tips in mind to maintain healthy
and aesthetically appealing trees.
* Remove limbs that appear to be competing
for space. Tree limbs that are crossing,
rubbing or growing parallel to one another
can be pruned. Such limbs may prohibit the
growth of nearby limbs.
* Remove limbs that are growing in. Some
tree limbs may appear to be growing toward
the interior of the tree, and these limbs can
be pruned.
* Remove limbs growing toward the ground.
A healthy tree’s limbs will grow outward, not
toward the ground.
* Remove dead limbs. Dead limbs simply
take up space, and a dead limb is not going
to grow back come the spring. Dead, broken
or diseased limbs should be removed when
pruning.
* Do not top trees. Tree topping is the
removal of large branches and/or trunks
from the top of a tree. Topping leaves a tree
susceptible to disease and insect infestation,
and homeowners who top trees to prevent
them from getting any larger should know
that topping actually promotes the growth
of smaller, weaker branches that eventually
grow as tall, if not taller, than the original
branches before the tree was topped. Topping
also decreases a tree’s life expectancy.
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with some newer windows & newerpartial roof. Sold “as is”. $35,000Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817
603 E Chamberlin St, DixonLarge duplex or single family
home with hardwood floors oncorner lot in NE Dixon $74,900
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220 W Margaret Fuller Rd, OregonSpacious 4 bedroom 3 bath ranchwith picturesque views of Rock
River & Blackhawk Statue $164,900Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817
505 E Chamberlin St, DixonGreat 3 bedroom 2 bath on corner lotin NE Dixon with newer windows &
updated baths. $99,900Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
505 N Division, PoloStately 4 bedroom 2 bath home.
Fabulous natural woodwork.Custom stained glass. $74,500Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997
413 Heather Ln, DixonLovely & spacious 3 bedroom,
1 ! bath home with large backyardin great NE neighborhood. $114,500
Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648
306 N Jefferson Ave, DixonUnique & stately riverfront home!
4 bedroom, 2 bath, updated kitchen, 5fireplaces & so much more! $495,000
Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
1105 Eastern Ave, DixonNewer, move in ready 3 bedroom
ranch in quiet neighborhoodwith spacious yard. $129,000Call Diane Roop: 440-1915
315 CRAWFORD AVE,DIXON
Stately 4 bedroom 2.5 bathbrick home. Tastefully updated,great location. Move in ready!
$244,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
1021 E CHAMBERLIN ST,DIXON
Updated 3 bedroom 1.5bath in NE Dixon. 2 car
garage with walkup loft.$115,923
Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997
4358 W IL Route 64, Mt. MorrisGreat 5+ acre country property!3 bedroom 2 bath home ready to
Make your own! $87,500Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997
310 Poplar St, DixonGreat investment! Very nice
triplex in convenient location.2 units currently rented. $94,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
512 Division St, DixonJust like new! 3 bedroom 2 bath
Move-in ready, & totallyremodeled- must see! $119,900Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
215 N Mason, AmboyVery well cared for 1 owner ranch!3 bedrooms, full basement, deck
& 2 car detached garage. $82,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
304 N East Ave, AmboyGreat 2 bedroom 1 bath ranch
2 car attached garage on aLarge corner lot. $89,500
Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
1908 Paulsen Rd, Dixon5 bedroom 5 bath on 1.61 acres
close to town. Finished basement,3 fireplaces, great deck! $319,900
Call Bill Gorski: 285-0123
614 4th Ave, DixonEnjoy the open floor plan, 3 large
bedrooms & private yard within ground pool $89,900
Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
745 Harriet St, DixonCute 2 bedroom starter or retirement
with many updates andquiet, private location. $69,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
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210034 Grand Detour Road, DixonBeautiful wooded landscape, PRIVATE custombuild in perfect move in condition! Spacious,full exposed walk-out lower level gorgeoushardwood floors, open floor plan. Endless
features! DO NOT DRIVE BY THIS ONE!MLS #121629 $299,000
1213 Chestnut Avenue, DixonCHARMING... Move-in ready! Updated 2bedroom with a 1 car garage. Large coveredporch and fenced back yard. Maintenance
free. Central location.
MLS #121771 $72,900
603 Panther Drive, DixonBuilt in 2008 in Wildcat Subdivision. 3bedrooms and 2.5 baths, 1.3 acre lot. Openfloor plan with 18 foot great room ceiling.Main floor master bedroom and bath. Quality
throughout, tons of extras!MLS #120064 $249,000
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOV. 3RD 11-12108 5th Avenue, Sterling
NEW PRICE! Great value! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths.HIckory cabinet filled updated, eat-in kitchen. 4season front porch addition. Main floor laundry.
MLS #121572 NEW PRICE $69,900
882 White Oaks Drive, DixonWOW! Updates thorughout! Brick ranch, 3 to 4bedrooms, 2 baths, huge master bedroom andbath with jetter tub. Great room with fireplaceoverlooking pool and woods. In ground pool
and room addtion with hot tub.MLS #121756 $205,000
621 S. Hennepin, DixonINVESTOR ALERT!
Duplex. 2 large apartments. Full rented withgreat rental history. Central location.
MLS #120063 $64,900
331 Rock Island Road, DixonGreat location between Dixon and Rock Falls.4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1.66 acre lot with fruit
trees and huge deck. Tons of potential!
MLS #121752 $119,900
874 Stoney Point Road, Dixon3 bedrooms and 1.25 baths. Large 144x246lot. Extra large, heated, and insulated garage.
Zoned b-2. Business possibilities!
MLS #121138 NEW PRICE $59,900
504 N. Galena, DixonFANTASTIC COMMERCIAL POSSIBILITIES!
100 foot of Galena Frontage. Currently awell-cared for duplex. Great rental history.
Corner lot.
MLS #121951 $112,000
1127 4th Avenue, DixonLOOKING FOR A PROJECT?
This home has a really nice back yard. 3bedrooms, 1.5 baths, TONS OF POTENTIAL!
MLS #121825 $49,900 $49,900MLS #121825 MLS #121825 $49,900MLS #121825 $49,900
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ComfortableHome InGreat Condition!Home features 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, large eat-inkitchen, large living room, family room and a fullbasement. A 2 car attached garage, PLUS anothergarage for a shop. Nice backyard with a 30x15pool.All on 2 lots 185.5 x 150. Very clean home!
$92,000 #121590
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Like Country? Few Neighbors?Here is a nice 3 bedroom ranch for you on 1.13acres. Eat-in kitchen with oak cupboards, large
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$123,500 #121690
Move In Condition!Just bring your belongings and move right intothis sweet, clean, 3 bedroom home. Features:Large living room, open eat-in kitchen with
level has a full kitchen, family room, extraroom that could be a bedroom. 2 car garageplus a 1 car garage.
$97,500 #121537
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1315 15th Avenue, SterlingCute 3 bedroom home with hardwoodbedrooms and hall. 1 bath, central air,full basement with potential, and a 1car garage.
$64,900 #122004
Built in 2004This Brick duplex offers 2 bedrooms, 2
-en with oak cupboards and adjoiningthat has great potential.Adeck and 2 cargarage complete the property.
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Safely clear gutters of grime
Homeowners have many responsibilities synonymous
with certain times of year. For example, pool
maintenance must be a priority in the summertime, but
such a chore is unnecessary in the heart of winter.
Cleaning gutters is a household chore that many
homeowners associate with both spring and autumn.
Cleaning gutters prevents water damage on the roof
while protecting your home’s siding and foundation. In
addition, cleaning gutters in the fall gives homeowners
a chance to ensure they are firmly secured to the house,
an important precaution when potentially harsh winter
weather is just around the corner.
Unlike many household chores, cleaning gutters can
be quite dangerous, as it often requires homeowners
to climb up and down on ladders or spend ample time
on the roof. As a result, safety should reign supreme
when cleaning gutters, and homeowners should take
the following precautions before gutting their gutters of
grime.
* Don’t try to be a hero. If you are afraid of heights, then
it’s perfectly alright to hire a professional to clean your
gutters. Men and women with a fear of heights cannot
predict how they will react when climbing a ladder,
so play it safe and hire a professional if the thought of
climbing up and down a ladder frightens you.
* Inspect the stability of your ladder. Ladders play a key
role when cleaning gutters of leaves, dirt and grime, so
homeowners should inspect their ladders before they get
to work. An unbalanced ladder may not be reliable and
should be replaced. You will be moving and swaying
somewhat while cleaning the gutters, so you will need
a secure ladder that does not teeter back and forth each
time you reach for the gutter.
* Keep the ladder on stable ground, and ask a friend or
family member to hold it. The ladder should always be
planted on a flat and secure surface before you climb
up to clean the gutter. And much like you might have
a spotter when lifting weights, have a friend or family
member hold the ladder as you climb up to ensure the
ladder remains stable.
* Move the ladder frequently. It can be tempting to reach
as far as possible when you’re on the ladder, as you can
save time by covering more ground on each trip up the
ladder. But overextending yourself is a considerable
safety risk, so move the ladder frequently, even if the
job is taking more time than you had expected.
* Wear tight clothing. Loose clothing when cleaning
gutters can easily get stuck on shutters, tree branches
or other items when climbing up or down the ladder. If
you aren’t paying attention, clothing that gets snagged
can throw off your balance when you start to move,
increasing your risk of falling.
* Wear protective gloves. Anyone who has cleaned
gutters in the past can attest that you never know what
might have settled in gutters since the last time they
were cleaned. Wear a thick pair of gloves that won’t
puncture when caught on a gutter, or sharp twig or
branch. You won’t want any holes in the gloves, as holes
may leave you susceptible to any bacteria in organic
items that might have settled in the materials in your
gutter. Gutters also may have sharp edges that can leave
you susceptible to cuts if you aren’t wearing gloves.
In addition, gloves keep your hands warm, which will
come in handy as you clear the gutters of materials that
are often wet. When choosing gloves, be sure to choose
ones that give you some grip so you can firmly grasp
the ladder as you climb up and down.
The basics of kitchen cabinet refacing
Homeowners who want to give their kitchens a brand-new look without the expense or the hassle of a full-scale renovation often gravitate toward kitchen cabinet refacing. Cabinet refacing is less expensive and more eco-friendly than a full replacement of existing cabinets, and experts estimate refacing costs roughly two-thirds less than a complete cabinet renovation. Refacing involves replacing the doors and drawer fronts of existing cabinets during which the cabinet boxes are veneered to match the wood color chosen for the refacing, while the structure and layout of the cabinets remains unchanged. Essentially the kitchen footprint will remain the same as it was EHIRUH�WKH�UHÀQLVKLQJ�WRRN�SODFH�
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* Measurements are taken and technical drawings are made so that new cabinet materials can be PDQXIDFWXUHUHG�WR�WKH�NLWFKHQ·V�H[DFW�VSHFLÀFDWLRQV� �+RPHRZQHUV�FKRRVH�WKH�W\SH�RI�ÀQLVK�WKH\�SUHIHU�for the new cabinetry.* Manufacturing takes place, and homeowners will schedule a time when the work will commence.* Existing doors and drawer fronts will be removed and recycled or disposed of.* If cabinet frames and boxes need to be repaired in any way, some refacing companies will take care of this.* Cabinet boxes and frames are covered in a matching veneer or plastic laminate.* The new doors and drawer fronts are installed, as are new handles, pulls and moldings to complete the look. Many companies specialize in cabinet refacing. +RPHRZQHUV� VKRXOG� UHTXHVW� HVWLPDWHV� IURP�potential candidates and review workmanship prior to hiring a particular company. Cabinet refacing is often a fast, relatively inexpensive renovation project. It can improve the appearance and functionality of a kitchen in a small amount of time, while also improving the value of a home.
Judy Powell815-716-7450
Jenni Dace815-716-7675
Ed Hook815-499-4848
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EdgeofTownbrick ranchoffers1,400+sq ftwith3bedrooms.
$99,900
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ranch with 24x24 garage.New air, furnace, roof, and
is electric.$109,900
Well maintained 3bedrooms, 3 bathranch in Shades ofGreen Subdivision.Huge 4+ car garage
huge sunroom all on2.11 acres.
$277,000
Kilgour Park - Nice corner lot with fenced
and crown molding throughout. Largefull bath with jetted tub. Woodburning
-ets and storage. Full basement withextra 1/2 bath.
$119,900
Beautiful corner lot. Totally remodeled
2nd level. Finished basement and 2car attached garage.
$179,900
Motivated seller. 1 1/2 story home ona corner lot within walking distance todowntown. 3 bedrooms, fenced back-yard and 2 car garage. $500 towardsClosing Costs.
$37,500
conveniences. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths.Formal foyer, dining and living room. Natural
$69,900
Nelson- Well maintained ranch withthroughout. Large kitchen with sliding
-rior. Large breezeway with laundry. Allnew windows and 2 front decks.
$56,900
This BRICK BEAUTY has three bedrooms,2 1/2 new baths and is located on a
room and living room with wood burning
and access to an exquisite four seasonroom. Full basement and 2 car attachedgarage. Many custom features throughout.
$162,500
combination. 4 bedrooms and 3+ baths. Large master suite has sliding doors and
$158,900
-This 4 bedroom home has dark bamboo floors,granite, white woodwork, finished basement,and huge four season sun room on the backgarage. Broker owned.
$249,900
bedroom home on a corner lot.
and garage.$103,000
42” solid oak cabinets and much
$59,900
Remodeled 2 bedroom. Vinyl sidingand alley access.
$25,900
ceilings, three bedrooms , three baths. Family room with sliding door
attached garage.$124,900
Well maintained brick ranch offers newermechanicals includingawhole housegen-
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with family room and additional bedroom.Fenced backyard and alley access.
$126,900
4 bedroom ranch close to schools. All
cabinets and gas stove. Utility roomwith washer and dryer staying. Newersiding, roof, windows and sliding door.
ONLY $76,900
MotivatedSeller!
-dry. Eat-in kitchen. Partially fenced yard. Very clean.
$37,500
OPEN SATURDAY 12-1:30 PM OPEN SUNDAY 12-2 PM
1307 E. 3rd Street, SterlingLarge home with three car garage and
the formal dining with sliding door. Newer-
basement. Clean and ready to go.$69,900
805 W. 12th Street, SterlingLarge home with three car garage and
the formal dining with sliding door. Newer-
basement. Clean and ready to go.$69,900
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How to winterize your pool
Homeowners with pools who live in regions where
winter can be harsh know they must eventually
prepare their pools for the colder seasons ahead.
People who live in climates not conducive to year-
round outdoor swimming often find that by the
cooler weather of autumn makes this season the
perfect time to winterize their pools.
Although closing a pool is rarely celebrated, it
is a very important task. Properly winterizing a
pool will reduce the liklihood of damage in the
months ahead, saving homeowners from financing
potentially expensive repairs. Closing the pool
before trees begin to shed their leaves is a good
idea, as is doing so before the arrival of the first
cold stretch. Homeowners who want to get started
on winterizing their pools can heed the following
advice.
* Gather all of the necessary equipment. To
winterize your pool, you will need the pool cover,
drain plugs, certain chemicals, and cleaning
equipment. Have all of the tools you will need
nearby so you will not be scrambling for items
once you start working.
* Check the chemical levels in the pool. Check
the pool’s chemical levels so you can create a
sterile environment that won’t be overtaken by
microorganisms in the water during the offseason.
Many pool experts recommended ensuring the pH
is at the appropriate level (7.4 - 7.8), checking the
alkalinity of the water to ensure it is between 80 and
120 ppm, as well as verifying the calcium hardness
is at the right level. Creating the right water
environment reduces the risk that any problems
will develop over the winter.
* Thoroughly clean the interior of the pool. When
cleaning don’t forget to remove any accessories,
such as ladders, ropes, fountains, etc. Clean these
items and store them in a winter-safe area.
* Bring up the pool chlorine to shock level.
Bringing the chlorine to shock level means the
pool will have a higher amount of chlorine, which
is necessary to kill off any remaining algae or
microorganisms in the water. Keep the water
filtering and at this elevated chlorine level for a few
days prior to closing the pool to ensure that there
will be no algae blooms once the cover is in place
and you cannot monitor the water.
* Drain some of the water. Depending on the type
of cover you are using, and whether or not you will
be using plugs to block any ports into and out of
your pool, you may need to drain several inches of
water to ensure that it falls below filter skimmer
baskets and return jets. All water should be forced
out from any hoses and internal components of the
pool so that the water will not freeze and cause
damage.
* Adhere to manufacturers’ instructions on
winterizing the filter. Some filters may need to
be completely drained and cleaned. Some people
prefer to remove the filter pump, gaskets and hoses
and store everything in their garages for the winter.
It may be possible to move smaller filters indoors.
If not, covering the filter with a large, black garbage
bag may protect it further from the weather. Be
sure to turn off the electricity to the filter outlet at
the breaker for the season.
* Take steps to inhibit algae growth. If desired, put
a polyquat algaecide into the water and distribute it
evenly to further inhibit algae growth.
* Install the cover per the manufacturer’s
instructions and anchor it into place. It is a good
idea to place a leaf net over the cover to catch
any leaves as they fall so that they can easily be
removed and not contribute to swampy conditions
on the top of the pool cover over time.
* Invest in a small pump to drain water off the top
of the pool cover periodically. An effective pump
will prevent undue stress on the cover, ensuring it
lasts longer.
Pool owners who prefer less pool maintenance can
hire a pool company to handle winterizing tasks
for them. By following the correct steps for pool
winterization, you increase the liklihood of having
a nice, clean pool to look forward to next summer.
Eric BirdManaging Broker
815-973-6768
JohnDorenbosBroker Associate815-718-0956
LaurieSandovalBroker Associate815-499-1587
Jo BrysonBroker Associate
815-946-3999
3 Bedroom on Corner Lot
$89,900
Rock Falls
Take a look at this cute 3 bedroomhome that includes 2 !replaces,master with double closets, full!nished basement with shower, largefamily room & close to school! CallJohn Dorenbos at 815-718-0956 orgo to www.JohnDorenbos.com
$119,900
Dixon
Something for everyone. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car attached garage,large partially fenced yard, replacement windows & new patio withprivacy fence. Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.
New Kitchen! BeautifulSpace
$179,900
"is home is a must see! Gorgeous settingwith approximately 3 acres on the outskirtsof town."is 2,600 sq. #. 4-5 bedroom homeo$ers space & quality features. Includes a26x36 metal pole building with fenced area.Main %oor master bedroom & bath, plus 4bedrooms upstairs & master with bath. CallLaurie at 815-499-1587 for details.
Sterling
Nice Ranch Duplex
Call today on this nice NE Sterlinglocation duplex. Both units have 2bedrooms and 2 baths. North unit iscurrently rented on yr lease and southunit will be vacant upon closing. CallLaurie @ 815-499-1587 for details!$124,900
Sterling
$74,900
Rock Falls
You will love the kitchen cabinetspace in this 3 bedroom home withremodeled bath & master bed-room. "e basement o$ers extrafamily room space. Call Laurie at815-499-1587.
CharmingFamilyHome
$156,900
Sterling
Over 1,500 sq. #. 2 bedrooms, 2 fullbaths, master bedroom with masterbath & walk-in closet. 2 car garage,cement patio, and cement %oor crawlspace. No association fees. Call JohnDorenbos at 815-718-0956 or go towww.JohnDorenbos.com
New Construction AttachedSingle FamilyCarefree Living!
$118,900
Sterling
Move in condition, original owner builtin 2000. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, greatroomwithvaultedceilings.Openkitch-en with breakfast bar. 15x10 sunroom.Association fee is only $130/month.Call John Dorenbos at 815-718-0956or go to www.JohnDorenbos.com
WonderfulRanchHome
$165,900
Sterling
"is large home o$ers 3-4 bed-rooms, 2.75 baths, inground pool,large fenced yard, full !nished base-ment, large sunroom, 2 car attached& 2 car detached garage and muchmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 orgo to Birdrealtysells.com for details.
NEWPRICE!
NEWPRICE!
$215,000
Rock Falls
Bank owned bowling center in Rock Falls.Building is in great condition & o$ers agreat deal of parking. US Rt. 30 frontagewith great tra&c count. Building has greatpotential! Call Eric 815-973-6768 or goto Birdrealtysells.com
Make an o!er on 28,000 sq. ".! Very Secluded Setting
$85,000
5 acres, 2 outbuildings with 5horse stalls currently seededin hay. Private location. Idealspot to build a new home. CallEric 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com
Amboy
Excellent Cash Flow
5 Units, good location nearshopping, a$ordable turnkey rental property. Call Ericat 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com
Sterling
$42,000
Only $499,900
Dixon
Excellent location between Dixonand Sterling o$ering an 18,500 sq.#. building with a variety of uses.Formerly used as a surgery centerand clinic.CallEric at815-973-6768or go to Birdrealtysells.com
FormerMedicalComplex Available
$425,000
Morrison
Rare opportunity to buy over 40 acreswith great CRP income, plus a 4-5bedroom home featuring an updated roof,windows, siding, outbuildings and muchmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for more details.
43.67AcresWithHome
Excellent Income Producer
$475,000
Great cash %ow with this storage facilityo$ering approximately 102 storage unitsof various sizes, o&ce space and outdoorstorage potential. Great rental history.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
Dixon
Nearly 15 Wooded Acres
$140,000
Amboy
Wooded tract with a cabinjust SW of Amboy, o$ering agreat homesite, rolling terrainand lots of privacy. Call Ericat 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com
Value PricedCommercial Building
$69,900
Rock Falls
"e time to act is now on thiscommercial building on Rt. 40 inRock Falls. "is building needswork but has great potentialfor any small business. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
15 Acre Estate
$249,900
Morrison
Large home with !nished walk-outbasement, open %oor plan, manyupdates, plus privacy and seclusionon the 15 acre wooded lot. Call Ericat 815-973-6768 or go to Birdrealty-sells.com for details.
$87,900
Sterling
"is 4 bedroom, 1.75 bath home has beencompletely remodeled and is move-inready. Featuring main %oor laundry, largekitchen, large closets, full basement, andmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
Must See! 50 Acres
Approx. 50.47 acres nearAmboy o$ering 38 tillableacres MOL, Green Riverfrontage and woods. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com
Amboy
$375,150
For Sale or Rent!
$59,900
Amboy
Price reduced $20,000! Make ano$er on this corner commercialproperty in Amboy. New furnaceand is currently divided into sev-eral o&ces. Also for rent at $500per/month. Call Eric at815-973-6768 for details.
AffordableAmboyHome
$53,900
3 bedroom, 2 bath home that isVA, FHA, USDA ready. New paintand %ooring in 2013. Vinyl win-dows and siding, oak kitchen andmuch more. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to Birdrealtysells.comfor details.
Amboy
Riverfront HomeOn 5.5 Acres
$274,900
Dixon
Private setting, 5.5 acres, nearly 700# of Rock River frontage, 2 bedroomhome with 2 car garage and large polebuilding, boat launch, and so muchmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or goto Birdrealtysells.com for details.
$156,900
Move right in & enjoy the newkitchen, windows, 3 1/2 car garage,separate familyroom&diningroom.1st %oor laundry. Master bath withwalk-in closet. Full size windows inbasement. All this on two parcels.Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.
#isHomeHas It All!Sterling
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MLS#122002
7270 S. RIDGE ROAD, DIXONBeautiful Timber on edge of Grand Detour, build
your next home here!
$149,000MLS#121479
25509 INDIAN RIDGE RD., STERLINGLot ready to build your new
home! 1.5 car garage....CALL TODAY!!!!
$29,900MLS#121206
309 W. CENTER ST, MT. MORRIS2 bedroom, large living room, front porch,
Fannie Mae Homepath Property
MLS#121733 $31,900
316 E. THIRD STREET, DIXONTwo story with charm! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths,
large kitchen, fenced yard
$139,900MLS#121940
514 E. BRADSHAW ST, DIXONMany Updates! Maintenance free, move in
ready! Large patio and fenced yard.
$75,000MLS#121421PRICE
REDUCED
MLS#116090
713 W. 1ST STREET, DIXON2 unit/could be single family, 2+ car garage
$54,500
17300 TIMBER DR, STERLINGWooded subdivsion, sunken living room
with fireplace, 6 bedrooms,Fannie Mae Homepath Property
$147,000MLS#121321
$52,400MLS#121452
702 S. 4TH ST, OREGON3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large deck, fenced yard,
Fannie Mae Homepath Property
428 N. 3RD STREET, ROCHELLEThree bedroom, some newer windows, front
porch, Fannie Mae Homepath Property
$29,900MLS#121810
504 JAMES STREET, MT. MORRISBeautiful backyard, spacious 3 bedroom, attached
2 car garage, Fannie Mae Homepath Property
$121,000MLS#121944PRICE
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718 E. CHAMBERLIN, DIXONLarge two story, living room with fireplace
& built ins, large kitchen
$109,900MLS#121696
233 PALMYRA RD, DIXONVictorian 2 story home, 5 acres, outbuildings,
lots of character & stunning woodwok!
MLS#121249 $289,900
7833 W. RENEE RUE, DIXON3 bedroom ranch, wooded lot, additional two
car heated garage, walk-out basement.
MLS#119706 $128,000
860 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, DIXONRiver property! Ranch home, finished walk-outbasement, 3-season porch to enjoy river views!
$219,900MLS#121130
440 RIVER BLUFF DR, DIXONUnique home! Balcony overlooking living room,
river access & views, two decks
MLS#121685 $190,000 $89,000MLS#119996
1308 INSTITUTE, DIXONTwo bedroom, with additional bedrooms in
basement, large fenced yard
510 E. 7TH, DIXONRanch home, good sized, bedrooms,
finished basement
$89,900MLS#120537 $82,500MLS#120044
510 4TH AVENUE, DIXON1.5 story, move in ready! Large backyard with
fence, lots of updates!
$49,900MLS#121358
291 IL RT. 2, LOT #26 C, DIXONBeautiful river views! 3 bedroom, 2 bath
mobile home, carport, shed
$79,500MLS#120513
110 E. 10TH STREET, DIXONCute ranch home, hardwood floors, move in ready,
many updates, call today for private showing!
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FOR RENT
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Spacious 3 bedroom, single level homewith gas fireplace, some hardwoodflooring, deck and partial basement.Next to Community Park.
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#122030
JohnRosengren
815-631-8550john@jrosengren.comwww.jrosengren.com
Beautiful river views in this wonderful 2bedroom, ranch home. Huge tree linedproperty, oversized garage. So many op-tions with this property. It is convenientlylocated between Dixon & Sterling. Sellersays, “MAKE ME AN OFFER.”
#119133#119205
503 Sunset Dr., Polo$149,00 #121971
Hosted by Suzi VanOosten
1812 Ave. D, Sterling$164,900 #120786
Hosted by Tim McCaslin
2614 Clover Ln., Sterling$122,900 #120717
Hosted by Jim Cesarek
A beautiful 3 bedroom brick home.Lots of natural woodwork & built-ins.Full basement, plenty of storage. Spa-cious 2 car attached garage & outdoorshed. An incredible deal...
Unbelievable price for 2 lots to build yourown home, walk to the river, quiet area,good location, near the interstate.
#113017
#121946
Beautiful 2 bedroom home, with riverfrontage at Rock River Estates. Thehome has a spacious eat-in kitchen& 2 baths. There ia a deck, attachedgarage & storage shed. This home isconveniently located between Dixon &Sterling. A truly great deal...
Cozy, one owner, 2 bedroom, single storyhome in move-in condition. New roof andfurnace, refinished hardwood flooring andnew carpet in bedrooms. Interior and fullbasement completely re-painted. Abso-lutely ready to go!
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#121948
908 2nd Ave., Sterling$104,900 #121913
Hosted by Brian Corwell
1500 7th Ave., Rock Falls$55,900 #120472
Hosted by Jerry Bartlett
Well maintained 4 bedroom, 1 1/2bath home with full basement, freshpaint, open front porch, large newer2+ car garage with loft. So muchto see.
Stop out or go towww.briancorwell.com
#121913
#121725
Go to: www.LindaSanders.com/121725 to see this well maintained, cute & clean home.Spacious rooms include an eat-in kitchen with built-in range & oven. Several new floor cover-ings. Full basement, enclosed porch, tiered deck and a 2 car garage. Brand new shingleson the house!
#118767
Located just a few minutes northwest of Sterling, this lovely home features 3-4 bed-rooms, 2.5 baths and an open floor plan. Large main floor family room with fireplace.Main floor laundry, finished basement, extra 2 car garage. All on 4.93 beautiful acres.Zoned Ag. Sterling.
#120800
Perfect condition, open floor plan, livingroom with fireplace, dining area overlook-ing deck/patio. Master bedroom with bath& walk-in closet. 2 additional bedrooms& bath. Separate utility. Area of newerhomes.
2 apts. upstairs - redone & rented. Down-stairs ready to be done. Be your own work-er. Great potential! Good location.
Call Louise for details
#121549
For this updated, neat and tidy home. Featuring3 bedrooms and a fully remodeled bath. It has agorgeous eat-in kitchen fully equipped with all ap-pliances. Large screened patio off the back look-ing onto a fenced in back yard. This home alsofeatures newer vinyl siding, windows and doors.1 car garage. Motivated Seller!
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This 1.5 story 4 bedroom features a largeeat-in kitchen, comfortable living roomwith den, bonus family room with fireplace,main floor laundry/mudroom, detached 1car garage with an enclosed porch. Newroof and furnace in 2012.
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#121720
Own a home instead of renting. This cute2 bedroom home is freshly painted withlaminate flooring in the living room andkitchen. New carpet in upstairs bedroom.Would also make a great investment prop-erty. Let a tenant make the payments.
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#120568
MissyandJim.com
309-912-2820 309-716-6755
Fall in love with this 4 bedroomhome. Lots of natural woodwork!Old world charm. Wow! Only$64,900!
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#121539
1154 sq. ft. home on 5 acres.www.592LevanRoad.com
#121563
1.16 million bushel grain storagefacility.
#114452
WEST STERLING
2.4 acres with frontage on 3 streetsplus all utilities available.
#121072
www.jimandtim.com
Great potential for new construction.
in basement.
handicap accessible
JudeePratt
815-440-1317
EdsonCox
815-499-0821
SuziVanOosten
815-440-0689
MelissaEllefsen
309-912-2820
BarbKophamer
815-772-4850
BrianCorwell
815-716-0772
LeeBardier
815-716-3604
JillRamirez
815-716-7379
JerryBartlett
815-535-8427
KeithZoeller
815-622-1598
GaryCorwell
815-298-1357
LouiseGibbons
815-632-8942
DonRosengren
815-625-2241
Completely updated 2 bedroom. Hick-ory kitchen & original hickory floors.Large game or rec. room with woodstove.
#122010
New
New
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4 bedrooms, 2 1/4 bath, rec. room,fireplace, fenced yard & deck.
See at BardierTeam.com
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#120638#121367
Well cared for home. Up to 5bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths & garage.
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#121219
2.5 car garage, 3 bedrooms,attic potential, fenced yard.
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This house has it all! 3 bedrooms,totally re-done kitchen, attached 2car garage & additional 2+ car ga-rage as a magnificent man cave.
#121971
Adorable re-done 3 bedroom home30x80 garage, 2.29 acres. Bringyour horses - plenty of room!
#121950
DebProctor
815-213-0164
ChrisKing
815-499-8279
PattiSword
815-590-0130
JimKing Jr.
309-716-6755
LindaSanders
815-499-9461
DaveTwining
815-499-6711
#121281
Built in 1995, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathhome features a main floor bedroomand main floor laundry room. Solid oakcabinetry, trim and 5 panel doors. Newfloor coverings. Full basement. 24x12barn. 1.33 acres. Priced far below as-sessed value.
#119459
11599 Il Rt. 26, Polo$164,900 #121950
Hosted by Suzi VanOosten
2302 Meadows Dr., Sterling$229,000 #121418
Hosted by Tim McCaslin
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