High End Foreclosures in the Chicagoland Area for 2011

You'd have to admit that 2011 has been another unusual year for all of us in real estate. I've recently stumbled upon some interesting foreclosures in our area. Obviously, not your average foreclosures as you'll see.

Bannockburn $2,000,000

French Manor, 5BR's, 7.5BA's, 6 Fireplaces, 4 Car Garage. Built in 2008 on 3.5 Acres with 6624 square feet plus 3400 square feet basement. Don't forget the theater, exercise room and taxes of $44,100 per year.

Barrington Hills $800,000 (the steal award!)

3 Stories, 6BR's, 10.5BA's, 6 Fireplaces, 12 Car Garage, Porte-cochére. Built in 2007'ish on 5 acres with 15,000 square feet. Family room is 54x32, tennis court, indoor & outdoor pools, 3 ponds, putting green, ballroom, in-law suite.

I just want to add that with this sized property don't you think you could bring a decent camera?

Naperville $1,949,276

2 Story Stone & Stucco, 6BR's, 7.5BA's, 7 Fireplaces, 4 Car Garage, Porte-cochére. Built in 2007 on .47 Acres with 8347 square feet. In-law suite, theatre, wine cellar, river location.

Burr Ridge $1,600,000

2 Story, 5BR's, 5.5BA's, 6 Fireplaces, 3 Car Garage. Built in 2003 offering 5859 square feet. Theatre, exercise room, wine cellar, paver drive & gated entry here. Taxes are $35,200 here.

North Barrington $1,125,000

2 Story, 5BR's, 6.3BA's, 6 Fireplaces, 4 Car Garage. Built in 2005 with 7020 square feet, pool overlooking Wynstone Golf Course, library, theatre, elevator. Taxes are $32,800 for this beauty.

My territory is in the Northwest Suburban market near Schaumburg. If you are looking to purchase or sell your home, please don't hesitate in giving me a call.

Source: MLSNI 2011 for informational and entertainment purposes only.

Posted Friday Jan 27