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The QR Code | Quaid and Rooney Monthly Newsletter - August - 2024 Edition

Quaid & Rooney ,August 21, 2024

QUAID AND ROONEY – 14 YEARS STRONG!

This Thursday, August 22, 2024 is a BIG DAY at Quaid and Rooney! Founders Kathy Quaid and Maureen Rooney are celebrating 14 YEARS in business as Quaid and Rooney Distinctive Real Estate!!

CONGRATULATIONS to this powerhouse duo who have grown to a multi-agent team, ranking consistently as Chicagoland top producers as they represent clients from Chicago to throughout the Western Suburbs!

(L-R Front – Renee Zetlin, Mike Rooney, Maureen Rooney, Kathy Quaid, Jane Hootman; L-R Back – Brian Quaid, Kim Jurgonski, Mack Quaid, Michelle Duffy)

“We are so thankful to all our team, clients, customers, friends, and families who show up every day to help make Quaid and Rooney a success!
Teamwork definitely makes the dream work!”
Kathy Quaid and Maureen Rooney

Cheers to many more years together and making dreams come true!

The Quaid and Rooney Team
Quaidandrooney.com
630.790.5904

REAL ESTATE IS HYPERLOCAL!
PLEASE CONTACT US TO DISCUSS YOUR SPECIFIC MARKET

BACK TO SCHOOL 2024!

It’s that time of year! We hear the buses, see the children, and watch the days grow shorter. It’s BACK TO SCHOOL time and back to structure, fall sports, and homework! Sometimes bittersweet, it seems to always bring back the feeling of new beginnings! If you are a teacher, student, parent, or a neighbor seeing the kids heading to the bus, make sure to keep everyone involved in the education of our future adults in your thoughts! Here’s to a great school year!

WRAP UP THE SUMMER AND KICK OFF FALL!

A SAMPLE OF SOME OF THE UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE CITY…

FIFTH THIRD BIKE THE DRIVE
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 1st

Grab your bike and reconnect with friends and family on DuSable Lake Shore Drive.
Whether you’re new to biking, a seasoned veteran, or biking with kids, Fifth Third Bike the Drive is an event to remember. With sweeping views of the lake and skyline, you’ll enjoy fresh air and the wind on your face!
Ride as little or as much of the 30-mile course as you’d like and then enjoy a post-ride festival in Grant Park. No bike? No problem! Rentals are available.

Don’t miss this once-a-year event when bicycles reign on DuSable Lake Shore Drive.
For more information and to register visit

BIKE THE DRIVE

WEST LOOP ART FEST

FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY AUGUST 30^th – SEPTEMBER 1st

The hugely successful West Loop Art Fest returns for its sixth year on Friday night, Saturday and Sunday, August 30st to September 1st in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant Fulton Market. Featuring six blocks of amazing art, the West Loop Art Fest is not to be missed!

The West Loop Art Fest is the perfect destination for a late summer shopping experience or ambient evening stroll. A diverse range of art mediums will be on display from talented artists around the country and available for purchase. With interactive art, children’s crafts and live music, this is a fun filled weekend for the whole family! Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or just looking to spend the day outside, our festival promises an experience that resonates with everybody!

For more information visit

WEST LOOP ART FEST

TASTE OF CHICAGO
SEPTEMBER 6-8 – GRANT PARK AND CITYWIDE

Taste of Chicago has been a foodie staple for more than 40 years. This year, the annual food and music extravaganza will include the return of the iconic lakefront festival, alongside neighborhood pop-up events throughout the summer.
In September, the classic food festival will take over Grant Park with dozens of Chicago’s favorite food vendors, live music performances, community dance lessons, a karaoke competition, and so much more. Plus, find neighborhood pop-up events bringing a Taste of Chicago to parks across the city all summer long.
For more information including the schedule of events visit:

TASTE OF CHICAGO

There are so many great activities in the area – for more information about the schedule of events please visit

FESTIVAL EVENT GUIDE

826 Abbey Drive | Glen Ellyn | 4 Bedrooms | 3.1 Baths | $775,000

Location, location for this 4 bedroom, 3.1 bath Glen Ellyn home, on tree-lined street backing to Maryknoll Park! 4000 SF of finished interior space for this center-entry 2-story with side-load garage. The kitchen, (new in 2012) is open to the large breakfast room and boasts 48" cabinets, center island, a 6-burner gas range, stainless appliances and granite counters. Adjacent is the mudroom/laundry room and attached 2.5 car garage with electric in place for EV charger. Access the sunny 3-seasons room with vaulted ceiling from the breakfast room and enjoy serene views of the back yard, patio, deck and beautiful Maryknoll Park. The generously sized family room with fireplace and wet bar is the perfect gathering place. Also included on the 1st floor are separate dining and living rooms. Living room could also become a 1st floor office with French doors for privacy. 2nd floor features large Primary suite with private bath and two walk-in closets. Relax in the spa bath (new in 2017) with free standing soaking tub, separate shower and double vanities. 3 full baths on the 2nd floor. The finished basement includes open rec room, egress window and ample storage space. Updates include- Roof and Washer (2017), AC (2019), HW Heater (2021), Dryer (2020), Sump (2013). Maryknoll Estates with its winding, tree-lined streets, endless walking paths, and ponds, Platform Tennis, Mini Golf, Splash Park, Playground is one highly sought Glen Ellyn neighborhood! Metra train station, Village Links Golf, Grocery, Restaurants, Health Club, Starbucks are nearby. Parkview Elementary, Glen Crest Jr High, Glenbard South High School. Easy highway access!

1607 Wakeman Avenue | Wheaton | 4 Bedrooms | 2.1 Baths | $589,000

Beautiful Wheaton home with Glen Ellyn schools and Glen Ellyn Park District!! 4/5 bedroom and 2.5 bath 2400 Square foot home with deep beautifully landscaped fenced lot. Newer kitchen (2019) with white Shaker style cabinetry/stainless appliances (Dishwasher - 2024) w/breakfast nook opening to beamed ceiling family room with door to patio, dining room w/ sliding glass doors (2019) to patio, living room w/wood burning fireplace (interior rebuilt 2021), 1st-floor den/5th bedroom and powder room. 2nd floor features a primary suite and 3 additional large bedrooms w/substantial closets and a hall bath. The basement features a recreation room - new carpet (2021), laundry (washer 2019 and dryer 2020), and storage. Refinished oak floors (2019). All new interior doors (2017) Windows replaced (2019) Hot water heater (2024) Ceiling fans and bathroom exhaust fans replaced (2024) Toilets replaced (2020) Garage Door opener (2021) 1 car attached garage. Walking distance to Downtown Glen Ellyn, Glen Ellyn Schools, Glen Ellyn, or College Avenue Metra train.

714 Western Avenue | Glen Ellyn | 3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | $375,000

In-town Glen Ellyn home filled with good energy and many wonderful memories looking for its new owner to bring ideas and make it their own! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath split level with hardwood flooring on first and second levels and family room on lower level with attached solarium features a fenced, entertaining back yard with large in-ground pool and abundant patio space. The garage is detached and includes pool mechanicals and changing room. Amazing opportunity for this Glen Ellyn location on tree-lined street with walkability to town, Metra, Lake Ellyn, Churchill Elementary, Hadley JR High and Glenbard West High School! Being sold As-Is.

UNDER CONTRACT

Sophistication meets classic elegance! LUXURY FINISHES AND INCREDIBLE PRICE! Gourmet eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets and granite, stainless steel & quartz counters. Charming Living Room with bookshelves flanking granite fireplace surround with custom milled mantel. Separate family Room. 3 en-suite bedrooms and 2 half baths. Lovely Primary Suite with luxurious Carrera marble bath. Step out to an amazing rooftop terrace from a convenient indoor bar area. Elevator to all floors. Must see to believe! In-town living with zero maintenance!

341 Ridgewood Ave | Glen Ellyn | 3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths

Charming Cape Cod in sought after, walk to town, Lincoln Elementary & Metra location. This move-in ready home offers many charming details including beautiful HW floors, crown molding, arched doorways, and original built-ins. The formal living room welcomes you with a bay window and a WB fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases. Formal dining room with updated lighting and built-in glass cabinet. Nicely updated large eat-in kitchen overlooking the backyard with SS appliances, recessed lighting, white cabinets, flex bar/workspace, and sliding doors to spacious deck. The first-floor family room is tucked away from the hustle of everyday life and can easily be opened up to the kitchen. Newer first-floor full bath. The second floor boasts 3 large bedrooms plus loft space, generous closet space, and a full bathroom. Partially finished and professionally waterproofed basement with large unfinished storage/laundry area. Lovely private/fenced yard with large entertaining deck, and oversized 2.5 car garage. Updates include Kitchen Appliances (2020), Hot Water Heater (2019), Washer and Dryer (2019), Roof (2016), Vinyl Siding (2015)

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT MORE OF OUR COMING SOON LISTINGS NOTED BELOW, PLEASE REACH OUT TO QUAID AND ROONEY AT 630.790.5904

290 MAPLE LANE | GLEN ELLYN

250 N PARK BLVD | GLEN ELLYN

129 KENILWORTH AVE | GLEN ELLYN

714 WESTERN AVE | GLEN ELLYN

27W125 CHESTNUT LN | WINFIELD

SO FAR THIS CALENDAR YEAR QUAID AND ROONEY HAS CLOSED 47 PROPERTIES IN ALL PRICE RANGES.

WE ARE POSITIONED TO HELP YOU SELL AND/OR PURCHASE YOUR NEXT HOME!

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For Sale By City (All Types)

Batavia
Carol Stream
Downers Grove
Elmhurst
Geneva
Glen Ellyn
Lisle
Lombard
Naperville
St. Charles
Wheaton
West Chicago
Winfield

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$3,000,000 and Up

Insight, trends and outlook on local real estate markets.

Click on any of the below cities to view the latest market report!

Our team is top-notch! This is our chance to introduce a member of our incredible team that help make Quaid and Rooney one we are proud of. Feel free to reach out and say hello!

Maureen Rooney
Owner & Broker
(630) 917-5708
maureen@quaidandrooney.com

Maureen and her husband Joe raised their family and currently reside in Glen Ellyn after a 20-year stint in Northside Wheaton.

Since receiving her real estate license in 2004, Maureen’s goal has been to treat each and every client with diligent care. As co-founder of Quaid & Rooney, Maureen and her business partner, Kathy Quaid, have locally pioneered the concept of concierge staging and prepping homes for the market. She constantly strives to improve the business by continuing her education, from which her clients, family and friends benefit.

"We are fortunate to have worked beside our many wonderful clients and am humbled by their trust throughout the buying and selling process."

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