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The Glen’s 40/20 Convenience Factor

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“I used to think I knew Glenview.  But I did NOT know Glenview.”  That was what my new’ish neighbor said to me recently.  He and his wife moved into The Glen late last year.  The Glen is a luxury housing development in Glenview, Illinois, a North Shore Chicago suburb.  They love their beautiful home and the short walk to Glen Town Center’s many restaurants, shops and movie theater.  But his point was a bigger one.  Let’s call it the 40/20 convenience factor.

The Glen’s Metra train station (shown in photo) is walking distance from any home in The Glen, and – here’s my neighbor’s point – it’s only 40 minutes to downtown Chicago.  Less than that during some morning and evening rush hour trains.  And what really blew him away is that O’Hare International Airport is only about 20 minutes by car.  Really!  I’m not kidding!  My neighbor is a business exec, and he frequently goes into the city or to the airport for business trips.  Living in The Glen made his commutes much faster and easier.

There are many more advantages to living in The Glen, especially the variety of home types.  We have single family homes, townhomes, row homes, duplexes and condos.  Give me a call and I’ll tell you about them.  I’m a long time Glen homeowner and an award-winning Realtor who focuses on The Glen.

Margaret Ludemann, The Glen Realty Group, @properties

847-401-1802      margaretludemann@gmail.com

Major Golf Tournament starts today in The Glen

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My husband and I walked over to The Glen Club for dinner last night.  It’s an easy walk, about half the length of a football field, from our Tower Crossing townhome, one of nine neighborhoods in The Glen.  I noticed banners announcing a major golf tournament, so asked about it in the clubhouse.  I learned that the new Evans Scholars Invitational Tournament begins today and runs through May 26.  This is a Web.com tour, and it is being managed by the Western Golf Association (WGA).

The Glen Club hosts major PGA tournaments including the BMW Championship each year, and they bring a lot of excitement to our neighborhood.  This award-winning club was designed by renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio.  The tournament will raise money for college tuition and housing scholarships for deserving caddies across the country.  Nearly 1000 Evans Scholars are currently enrolled at 18 universities.

The Glen Club is one of two golf courses in The Glen.  The other is the Glenview Prairie Club, a beautiful 9-hole course, also a short walk from most any home in The Glen.  The Westgate at The Glen residential neighborhood borders both clubs.  Golf is but one of the wonderful advantages of living in The Glen.  Our “main street”, called Glen Town Center boasts scores of terrific restaurants and upscale shops and boutiques.  Battery Park is also located in The Glen with a lake, walking and jogging trails, tennis courts and playgrounds.

This is an incredible place to live.  We have single family homes, townhomes, row homes, duplexes, two-flats and condos.  Home prices range from the $400s to over $2 million.  If this sounds like the kind of neighborhood you would enjoy living in, please give me a call.  I am an award-winning Realtor and long time Glen homeowner.

Margaret Ludemann, The Glen Realty Group, @properties                                                                           847-401-1802   margaretludemann@gmail.com

The Glen has homes for sale. Yes it does. And they’re really cool.

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It’s not true.  At least not in The Glen.  If you’re like me you’ve seen countless articles about how few homes are listed for sale.  Housing inventory, they say, can’t meet demand.  Well, here in The Glen we have plenty of great homes for sale.

That’s not to say there isn’t demand.  Home buyers love The Glen as do those of us who are fortunate to live here.  The Glen, in Glenview Illinois, is a very popular place to live, work and play.  We have single family homes, townhomes, row homes, duplexes, and condos.  Home prices range from the high $300’s to over $1 million.  So whatever home style or price you may be looking for we probably have some homes on the market right now that you would love.

Glenview is a close-in suburb of Chicago.  It is its own North Shore village, but taking the train from The Glen’s Metra station will get you downtown in 30 – 45 minutes depending on time of day.  So, living in The Glen gives you the best of both worlds…Chicago’s buzz…and suburban space and great schools.

Life in The Glen is a bit like living in the city.  We have our own downtown called Glen Town Center with shops, restaurants and a movie theater.  You can walk to them from most any home in The Glen.  Yet we also have two golf courses, Gallery Park with walking and biking trails, Lake Glenview for fishing, a fitness center and playgrounds galore.

So, if this is the kind of lifestyle you’re looking for, give me a call.  I’m an award-winning Realtor who lives in and loves The Glen.

Margaret Ludemann, The Glen Realty Group                                                                                                @properties Real Estate  847-401-1802    margaretludemann@gmail.com

Stunning Home for Sale in Southgate at The Glen

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Walk in and feel right at home in this stunning brick colonial residing in one of Glenview’s premier neighborhoods, Southgate at The Glen. Elegant and comfortable, this beautiful residence is situated across from a park with a walking path to Westbrook School.

The gracious, open floor plan makes entertaining easy for a small dinner party in the lovely dining room or a large Super Bowl gathering in the spacious family room. A breakfast room adjoins the striking chef’s kitchen with granite counters, a large island, stainless steel appliances and a wine bar.  The wood floors are new or refinished, new carpeting and beautiful white shutters have been added.

1449 Kittyhawk is open and inviting, flooded with natural light, and boasts architectural details throughout.   There are 6 bedrooms. The exquisite master suite includes a sitting area, spa bath with double sinks, soaking tub, and double shower.  The sixth bedroom and a full bath are in the basement perfect for guests or a live-in nanny. The basement offers a bar, workout room, a study area, and tons of storage.

The property is beautifully landscaped, and the tree lined back yard provides privacy and a lovely stone patio.

If you would like to see this incredible home in The Glen, please call me at 847-401-1802 or email me at margaret.ludemann@gmail.com

Margaret Ludemann, Realtor, @properties