Check for yourself…Of all the homes listed for sale in Hinsdale Illinois 60521 priced up to $800,000, 352 Ravine is a screaming deal!

Check for yourself…Look at the virtual tour of 352 Ravine in Hinsdale IL and let me know if there is anything that does not support the notion that this is a screaming deal.

Check for yourself….Look at the location map of 352 Ravine in Hinsdale and let me know if it is not perfect.

Take a peak inside to see for yourself.

Main Level

Foyer
Covered front porch
Traditional entry door
Oak flooring
Turned oak staircase

Living Room 26 x 13
Oak flooring
Fireplace with marble surround and traditional mantel
Built-in bookcases and shelves on either side of fireplace
Floor-to-ceiling divided light windows
Crown molding
Tall base molding

Dining Room 13 x 12
Oak flooring
Tall base molding
Crown molding
Chair rail
Decorative light fixture
Sliding glass door with direct access to Sun Room
Two additional windows

Kitchen 17 x 13
Oak flooring
White wood cabinets
Recessed lighting
Appliances include refrigerator with through-the-door water and ice; oven/range with four burners and grill; dishwasher
Breakfast bar overhang
Pantry

Sun Room 17 x 11
Heated for year round use
Windows on three sides
Retractable roof

Powder Room
Oak flooring
Pedestal sink
Kohler plumbing fixtures

Second Level

Master Bedroom 14 x 12
Oak flooring
Crown molding
Two windows
Walk-in closet with organization system

Full Bathroom #1
Ceramic tile flooring and tub/shower surround
White wood vanity
Wall sconce lighting
Linen closet

Bedroom 2 14 x 10
Oak flooring
Tall base molding
Crown molding
Reach-in closet
Two windows

Bedroom 3 12 x 12
Oak flooring
Tall base molding
Crown molding
Reach-in closet

Full Bathroom #2
Ceramic tile tub/shower surround
White wood vanity
Wall sconce lighting
Linen closet

Basement

Family Room 29 x 12
Carpeting
Built-in bookshelves, cabinets and desk system
Recessed lighting

Laundry/Mechanical/Storage Room
Washer and dryer
Laundry sink

Miscellaneous Features

Exterior Features
Two-car detached garage
Brick exterior
Paver walkway
Bluestone front porch/patio area

 Schools
The Lane Grade School, District 181
Clarendon Hills Middle School, District 181
Hinsdale Central High School, District 86

Village Link
And the best part of all, is that this perfectly maintained home is priced at $599,900. In all of the homes for sale in the 60521 zip code, you will not find a better home.

Interested? Let’s talk. I am reachable at 630-455-8455.

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Five Key Housing issue in 2010

#1  Interest rates.   It is widely expected that long term rates will rise this year.  The real questions are when and by how much.  The Mortgage Bankers Association predicts only a modest rate increase of a .25%-.50% where some predict as much as a 1% increase.  These rates will still be very cheap based on historical standards.

#2 Foreclosures.   Thousands of adjustable rate mortgage are scheduled to reset this year potentially causing further stress on  financially challenged households.   Those with option arms or interest only loans are most at risk.   These borrowers will have limited options as the governments effort to modify mortgages has been largely ineffective.

#3 FHA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.  Nearly 90% of all mortgages are now backed by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac or FHA,  With the future of these organizations in doubt as they continue to suffer heavy losses, the prospect of further tightening loan standards is a real possibility.

#4  Expiration of the housing tax credits.  Home Sales were fueled in the late summer and early fall in part due to the tax credits and although Congress has extended the credit until the first of half of 2010, some economists believe that the tax credit will steal demand from future months.

#5 Jobs  Although the pace of job losses has subsided we are still not creating new jobs and have a long way to go to replace the 6 Million+ jobs that were lost in the last two years.   Jobs build confidence, confidence leads to spending particularly on housing.

I expect 2010 to be similar to 2009 but with slightly higher rates, a continued steady stream of foreclosures, some minor tightening in lending standards, and hopefully more jobs.

Tony Pigatti

Vice President Residential Lending

Archer Bank

Office #708-237-4049

Cell #630-254-8946

www.metrobankgroup.com

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Here are mt favorite pre-schools in Hinsdale IL. Which do you like?

Hinsdale Community Preschool

http://www.hinsdalecommunitypreschool.org/index.html

Hinsdale Adventist Academy

www.haa.org

Grace Episcopal Church Preschool

www.gracehinsdale.org

Hinsdale United Methodist Church

www.hinsdaleumc.com

Union Church of Hinsdale

www.uchinsdale.org

The Woodlands of Hinsdale IL is a special neighborhood characterized by its mature trees, winding streets and estate-sized homes. The lot sizes average about one half acre in size, which is very large by Hinsdale standards. The lucky residents of this neighborhood enjoy a semi-rural feel ( no curbs on the streets) while truly being in a convenient in-town Hinsdale locale.

School-aged children have just blocks to travel to Oak Elementary School, Hinsdale Middle School (in downtown Hinsdale) and Hinsdale Central High School. It just does not get any more convenient.

The home you’re reading about is situated at 620 Woodland in Hinsdale. This very special block is considered ideal, by those in the know. It is very quiet. The trees are mature, offering a scenic aesthetic canopy. The all-custom homes, which comprise the  block, are complementary, traditional and just flat out beautiful. This is the right spot to live in this coveted neighborhood.

Built in 1999 and fastidiously improved along the way, 620 Woodland has an extremely fresh, new feel. There is significant volume in its ceilings; a high level of openness; and an abundance of natural light courtesy of the well-designed window plan.

With over 6,000 square feet of true living area (above ground) and a incredibly well-finished lower level, there is no shortage of space for any member of your family. Oh…the walk-up attic has tall roof lines and is finishable. How would you finish that space?

Click to see the virtual tour of 620 Woodland Hinsdale IL

There is a three-car attached garage and ample room for a extra garage for a fourth car.

For a peek inside…

Main Level

Foyer 14 x 11
2 ¼-inch Mahogany entry door with leaded and beveled glass and elliptical top
Hardwood flooring
Three coat closets
Recessed lighting
Turned, custom-milled staircase

Living Room 17 x 13
9’ ceiling height
Hardwood flooring
8-inch tall base molding
Crown molding
Fireplace with marble surround and traditional mantel

Dining Room 16 x 13
9’ ceiling height
Hardwood flooring
8-inch tall base molding
Crown molding with plinth blocks in corners
Four floor-to-ceiling windows with transoms
Designer light fixture
Halogen recessed lighting
Ample room for large furniture

Powder Room 1
Hardwood flooring
Furniture-grade vanity
Kohler plumbing fixtures
Wall sconce lighting
 
Kitchen 20 x 18
9’ ceiling
Hardwood flooring
Crystal brand custom cabinets, painted and glazed, with full extension drawers and natural wood interiors
Granite counter tops
Family-sized 6 x 8 island with utility sink
Appliances include Dacor six-burner cook top; Dacor double oven; G. E. Profile microwave; SubZero refrigerator; Bosch dishwasher; Vent-A-Hood commercial range hood; disposal
Walk-in pantry with organization system
Ample recessed lighting
In-ceiling speakers

Breakfast Room 13 x 12
Panoramic view of back yard
Hardwood flooring
Tall base molding
Two double banks of floor-to-ceiling windows with transoms
In-ceiling speakers
Designer light fixture

Family Room 25 x 18
Two-story ceiling height
Hardwood flooring
Two-story stone fireplace
Two built-in bookshelves/cabinets on either side of fireplace
Two-story bank of windows with transoms
Designer light fixture
Tray ceiling
Wet bar with upper and lower cabinets with granite counter top

Den/Office 15 x 13
Hardwood flooring
American cherry wainscoting
Fireplace with granite façade and American cherry mantel
Double French doors with transoms with direct access to front patio
Crown molding
Designer light fixture
Closet

Powder Room 2
Perfect for the kids (close to side door access)
Ceramic tile flooring
Vanity
Granite counter top
Kohler plumbing fixtures
Wall sconce lighting

Laundry Room 11 x 7
Conveniently located right off mud area
Ceramic tile flooring
Upper and lower Crystal brand cabinets with full overlay doors
Fisher Paykel washer and dryer
Laundry sink

Mud Room 6 x 7
Ceramic tile floor
Cubby system with bench and hooks
Direct access to garage
Direct access to outside

Second Level

Hallway
Custom art niche area
Hardwood flooring

Master Bedroom 21 x 18
Neutral plush carpeting
Vaulted ceiling
Ceiling speakers
Extremely oversized separate, his and her planned, walk-in closets
Recessed lighting
Tall base molding

Master Bathroom
16-inch stone tile floor, tub and shower surround
Vanity with double sinks
Stone slab counter top
Wall sconce lighting
Whirlpool tub
Shower with two separate shower heads, bench
Private commode room

Bedroom 2/southwest 18 x 13
Neutral plush carpeting
Walk-in, planned closet
Ceiling fan
Semi-private bathroom access

Bedroom 3/northwest 16 x 13
Hardwood flooring
Walk-in closet
Vaulted ceiling
Semi-private bathroom access

Bathroom 2
Shared by Bathrooms 2 and 3
Ceramic tile floor, tub and shower surround
Two separate vanities for each bedroom
Granite counter tops
Separate water closet
Kohler plumbing fixtures
Bedroom 4/northeast 16 x 13
Neutral plush carpeting
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom

Bedroom 4/Northeast 16 x 13
Neutral plush carpet
Ceiling fan
Triple bank of windows
Private bathroom

Bathroom 3
Private bathroom for Bedroom 4
Ceramic tile floor and tub surround
Wood vanity
Granite counter top
Walk-in closet
Kohler plumbing fixtures

Homework Room 8 x 6
Hardwood flooring
Built-in granite desk top

Third Level

Finishable attic space 25 x 16 with skylights (think of the possibilities)
Blown-in insulation

Lower Level

Recreation Room 18 x 19
Multi-level loop carpeting
Masonry fireplace
Recessed lighting
Window well

Wine Cellar
Cedar racking system

Exercise Room 14 x 12
Rubberized flooring
Full wall of mirrors
Hook-up for TV
Light bay
Ceiling fan

Theater Room 19 x 15
Multi-level loop carpeting
Theater-style furniture
8 ½-foot screen
Remote control lighting
Recessed lighting
Full component system

Game Room 23 x 19
Multi-level loop carpeting
Recessed can lighting

Card Room 14 x 13
Easily converted into a lower level bedroom with bath access
Built-in wet bar with upper and lower cabinets

Full Bathroom 4
Ceramic tile floor and shower surround
Steam shower with body sprays, hand-held shower head, rain shower head
Furniture-grade vanity
Granite counter top
Towel warmer rack system
Kohler plumbing fixtures

Miscellaneous Features

Mechanicals
Three 90%-plus efficiency furnaces and central air conditioning systems
Natural gas-powered back-up generator system
Two 50-gallon water heaters with re-circulating line and pump
Sump pump with battery back-up system
Central vacuum
Whole-house generator
Surround-sound system in six areas of the home

Exterior
Brick, stone and real cement-based “real” stucco exterior
Stucco was replaced in 2009
Eagle brand divided light windows
Three-car garage with epoxy flooring
Potential for 4th garage
Copper flashing
Copper gutters
Cedar shake shingle roof
Paver brick driveway
Circular driveway
Slate walkway in front
Blue stone patio in back yard
Patio has outside speakers
Low-voltage lighting system
Invisible fence system
Irrigation system

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Contact Bryan@BryanBomba.com for your personal tour or a free color brochure.

To see how well-priced 620 Woodland in Hinsdale is compared to the other Hinsdale homes, look at all homes listed in the MLS in Hinsdale from $2,000,000 to $3,000,000.

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Good news on the culinary front in Hinsdale.

A new breakfast restaurant is set to open in November of 2009 in the space formerly occupied by Embrace restaurant. The new Hinsdale restaurant is to be called New Yolk New Yolk. It is owned by the same group which has Dali Café in downtown Downers Grove and Eggstasy restaurant in Oak Brook. That is good news, too.

Both nearby western suburban restaurants get as creative as you can get with breakfast. Their standard French toast is stuffed with fresh strawberries and mascarpone cheese. My favorite dish, found at Eggstasy in Oak Brook, is the mango crepes with honey.

If New Yolk is anything like the other two venues, you should expect an interestingly whimsical design theme.

Stay tuned for my first review.