April Home Sales: Hinsdale Market Shows Strong Growth in Sales; Prices Rise

Hinsdale experienced strong growth in the number of homes sold during the month of April. The median home price rose steadily as well, according to the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors.

The 35 single, detached homes sold in Hinsdale during April 2013 represented a 59.1 percent increase over April 2012, when 22 homes were sold, according to the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors (MORe). There were 18 homes sold in Hinsdale during March.  The number of homes sold and the median home price both increased significantly in April in Hinsdale. The median price rose 16.3 percent to $945,000 from $812,500 in April 2012. Sales of single-family, detached homes in suburban Chicago increased 33.2 percent in April 2013 compared with the same period a year ago, MORe reported. Sales in DuPage County, were notable, as well. The median sale price for detached homes also increased 5.5 percent from the previous April. MORe gets its …

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$3.3 Million For Elevator, Movie Room, Gourment Kitchen

Every week we profile a luxury home for sale in our community. This week's home is located on Giddings Avenue in Hinsdale.

Address: 5823 Giddings Ave., Hinsdale Cost: $3,285,000 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 7.5 Square footage: 12,000 Built: 2002 Details: The owner of this home will have no trouble feeling comfortable with 12,000 square feet of space in this stunning carved stone mansion. The home features a stunning entry with a grand doorway, travertine tile entry, and winding wood staircase. The interior features coffered ceilings, custom mouldings, custom woodwork, wainscoting, large windows, custom built-ins and custom fireplaces. In addition, the home has an elevator. The home has a custom kitchen with a custom island, farmhouse-style sink, stainless steel appliances. The kitchen also features an eat-in dining area. In the master suite, the large master bath …

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$3.5 Million For Movie Room, In-Ground Pool and Sauna

Every week we profile a luxury home currently for sale in our community. This week's featured property is located on East First Street in Hinsdale.

Address: 344 E. First St., Hinsdale Cost: $3,499,000 Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 6.5 Square footage: N/A Built: 2005 Details: For the family that loves to entertain, this estate offers all of the must have luxuries. The home features an in-ground pool with waterfall and spa. Inside the home it features a luxury media room, a recreation room with space for a billiard table, a sauna, exercise room and a second kitchen on the lower level. The master suite includes a beverage center and a large master bathroom with a spa tub, dual vanities and classic styling. The kitchen is expansive with custom cabinets, a large island and adjacent dining area. The formal dining area has access to a butler’s pantry. Represented by: Coldwell Banker Residential …

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$3.5 Million For Custom Millwork, Expansive Kitchen, Comfortable Living

Every week we profile a luxury property currently listed for sale in our community. This week's featured property is located on East First Street.

Address: 335 E. First St., Hinsdale Cost: $3,499,000 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 8 Square footage: 7,350 Built: 2004 Details: On the market just more than a week, this home features large plank wood floors, custom millwork, coffered and tray ceilings in a bright inviting interior. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, custom millwork, a large kitchen island with a breakfast bar. In addition, the kitchen has chandeliers, room for a desk and an adjacent bright dine-in area. The family room features coffered ceilings, a fireplace and plantation shutters on the windows. The master bedroom has a tray ceiling, a large master bath with his and her vanity, storage space and a walk-in shower. The home also has a first-floor music room and playroom. The …

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$4.3 Million For Coffered Ceilings, Gourmet Kitchen and Custom Game Room

Every week we profile a luxury home currently listed for sale in our community. This week's home is located on West Maple Street in Hinsdale.

Address: 543 W. Maple St., Hinsdale Cost: $4,299,000 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 7 Square footage: 9,010 Built: 2004 Details: With a grand staircase in the entry, this home features custom woodwork, wood floors in a warm, yet light and bright interior. The large gourmet kitchen features travertine tile, custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a large island, which also serves as a breakfast bar. In addition, there is an eat-in dining area. The master bath has warm wood details with dual sinks, large mirrors, spa tub and custom tile. The cabinets provided optimal storage space. Coffered ceilings add warmth to the game room and family room. The home also has several large fireplaces, which add to the home’s comfortable feel. A mud room, …

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$9.5 Million for Clean Lines, Luxury Pool, Unique Design

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home currently for sale in our community. This week's featured property is located on Elm St. in Hinsdale.

Address: 900 S. Elm St., Hinsdale Cost: $9,500,000 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 5.1 Square footage: N/A Built: 2008 Details: For the homeowner with no need to throw stones, this glass house is a perfect example of modern design with clean lines, sharp details and luxury living. The home features high-end finishes, soaring ceilings and stunning views. Among the home’s amenities are a large outdoor pool, which serves as a centerpiece to the architectural design, heated floors, a golf-room with simulator and wine cellar, according to the listing information.  In addition, the home features smart technology and was built with “environmental sensitivity,” according to the @Properties listing. The home was last on the market in 2004 when it sold for $2,…

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March Home Sales: Hinsdale Market Shows Big Decline; Median Price Drops Slightly

Year-over-year, Hinsdale saw significant declines in the number of homes sold. The median home price also decreased slightly, according to the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors.

The 18 homes sold in Hinsdale during March 2013 represented a -37.9 percent decline over March 2012, when 29 homes were sold, according to the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors (MORe). There were 16 homes sold in Hinsdale during February.  While the number of homes sold decreased significantly, the median price of homes sold in March declined slightly in Hinsdale. The median price dropped -0.6 percent to $775,000 from $780,000 in March 2012. The market for detached, single-family homes in suburbs throughout DuPage County experienced notable sales gains in March, MORe reported. MORe gets its statistics from Midwest Real Estate Data. Glen Ellyn was the only community in DuPage County, to see no change year-over-year in March. In March 2013…

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$3.9 Million for Luxury Pool, Masterpiece of a Master Suite

Every week Hinsdale Patch profiles a luxury home currently for sale. This week's home is located on Lincoln Street.

Address: 404 N. Lincoln St., Hinsdale Cost: $3,875,000 Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 9 (7 full, two powder rooms) Square footage: N/A Built: 1998 Details: This home has an in-ground pool that brings resort living to Hinsdale. The pool and its spa offer perfect outdoor living with a water feature, pergola and stone patio surrounding the pool. Landscaping and lighting make the pool as inviting and attractive in the evening as it is during the day. The home has custom details throughout and features five ensuite bedrooms, including a second floor master suite, which the listing calls a "masterpiece" with his and her adjoining spa-like bathrooms, two large walk-in closets, a covered second floor deck along with a private sitting room. The three-story …

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Real Estate: What $899,900 Buys You in Burr Ridge, Hinsdale

We compare and contrast two properties listed for sale at a similar price point. This week the homes are $889,900.

A home with scenic views overlooking a pond at the Burr Ridge Club is an option for buyers with $899,900 to spend in Burr Ridge. The home at 501 Burr Ridge Club Drive has three bedrooms and five bathrooms. It features a custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a large master bedroom with a fireplace. The kitchen and bathrooms have all been updated. In addition, the Burr Ridge Club offers a 24-hour gatehouse, tennis courts, pool and maintenance-free living. A four-bedroom, four-bathroom house with updated kitchens and bathrooms is an option for buyers wanting to spend $899,900 in Hinsdale. The home at 913 S. Adams St. was built in 1962 and has been on the market 59 days. The kitchen features ample cabinet space, a large stainless …

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$3.3 Million for a Classic Custom Bar, Exercise Room and More

Every week we profile a luxury home currently listed for sale in Burr Ridge or Hinsdale. This week's featured home is located on Seventh Street in Hinsdale.

Address: 549 E. Seventh St., Hinsdale Cost: $3,295,000 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 8 Square footage: N/A Built: 2000 Details: For the owner that likes entertaining in a casual, yet sophisticated environment, this home offers the perfect setting with a customized bar, tin ceiling and game room. In addition, the home has its own exercise space with room for weights and exercise equipment. Among its offerings, the home features a cherry library, formal and casual dining and living rooms. In addition, the custom kitchen is light, bright and open to entertaining. The large master bedroom features a fireplace and a large master bath with custom tile work. Throughout the home are details including crown moulding, heated floors and coffered ceilings. The …

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