The QR Code | Quaid and Rooney Monthly Newsletter - August - 2025 Edition

Founded on August 22, 2010, this year they celebrate 15 years in business together! “We are advocates for our clients and believe the process of buying and selling a home should be exciting and fun! The uglies of the process are taken care of by us. We are counselors, defenders, designers, negotiators. We are hired by our clients for our expertise as professionals in the real estate industry and that is what they get — Professionals! We believe in working smart and hard and provide great attention to detail and style. We enjoy life and making things happen.”

Kathy and Maureen head up the #1 Real Estate Team within Keller Williams Premiere Properties and are consistently top producers within the Keller Williams Mid-America Region and currently rank #6 in DuPage County! Since 2010, Quaid & Rooney Distinctive Real Estate has negotiated and closed over 1,400 real estate transactions in Chicagoland.

The clients of Quaid & Rooney Distinctive Real Estate receive personal and professional attention above and beyond their expectations.

Completing the team are Brokers Mike Rooney, Brian Quaid, Michelle Duffy, Jane Hootman, Renee Zetlin, Mack Quaid and Director of Operations Kim Jurgonski. Each bring their unique strengths and shared enthusiasm in delivering the highest level of service to their clients. The Quaid & Rooney Team is known for their people skills and knowledge of the market in representing the area’s finest properties.

See over 60 Artisans in varied mediums including: Acrylic, Fiber, Glass, Graphics, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Oil Painting, Photography, Pottery, Watercolor and Wood. Many artists do custom and commission pieces and murals!

Enjoy live music & cold beer! Plus, delicious local food trucks and a children play area at Lake Ellyn Park, a 28.7-acre park known as the gem of Glen Ellyn. Dog friendly and FREE admission

The Village will host a concert featuring Hi Infidelity, a popular 80s cover band, at the final 2025 Summer Concert Series event in downtown Lombard, on Saturday, August 23, with music from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The Chicago Jazz Festival is a Labor Day weekend tradition that promotes all forms of jazz through free, high-quality music programming. The festival showcases Chicago's local talent alongside national and international artists to raise awareness and appreciation for one of the city’s most beloved art forms..

Thursday – Sunday, August 28-31 | Admission is FREE | Open daily from 9am-7pm

2 bed/2 bath plus den duplex down gem in Edgewater Glen! Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances (less than a year old) with outside deck access. Living room/dining room features a wood-burning fireplace and east facing windows welcoming the sunlight. Laundry room with shelving and side by side washer and dryer. Large primary suite with custom closets leads out to a private patio with garden area. The second bedroom fits a queen bed also with custom closet. Large open den for an office or leisure. Freshly painted, new light fixtures, custom wardrobe with shoe rack, and extra closet space. Tuckpointing, lintel reinforcement, and full roof repair/sealing last year and new hallway carpeting and paint in last 1.5 years and no special assessments. Blocks to lake, red line, restaurants, Whole Foods, and schools. Pet friendly, tree lined neighborhood with easy street parking.

Pretty ranch townhome in Wheaton Oaks! Nice open floor plan with gracious room sizes and finished basement defines this 1432 SF home. The large living room with gas log fireplace features patio doors to the deck and sweet back yard. Pls note: there is ramp from the back deck to sidewalk and back yard. The white kitchen with adjacent sitting room or office includes abundant counters and cabinetry, newer stainless appliances (2016) and has space for a kitchen table if desired. New luxury vinyl added in 2015. Private bath and walk-in closet are featured in the king-sized Primary bedroom suite which overlooks the back yard. An additional bedroom and hall bath on the main floor. Finished basement/family room is currently used as a guest room with egress window and half bath. Amazing cement crawl space with tons of dry storage. Access through laundry room and/or 2-car garage. HVAC (2013), HW Heater, Washer/Dryer (2022), HOA monthly fees include, pool, clubhouse, exterior maintenance, lawn care and snow removal. A short walk to the Wheaton Sport Center, Cosley Park, Illinois Prairie Path. Metra train to Chicago, Upscale Shops and Restaurants of downtown Wheaton nearby.

Don't miss the opportunity to live in this unique Mid-Century Modern (MCM) sprawling ranch backing to private Stoneleigh Park. 4 bedrooms/3.1 bath home. The foyer truly sets the stage for the MCM look upon entering the home. The use of organic materials (stone and wood) and connection to nature (large flat windows and many full windowed doors) are 2 of the key features of MCM architecture. Formal dining room opens to living room with vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace, stone walls and sliding glass doors. Bright white kitchen w/large island opens to both DR and FR and features SS appliances, cathedral table space w/skylight and SGD to courtyard. Expansive family room with coffered ceiling, door to courtyard and loads of windows with views of the lovely backyard and Stoneleigh Park (accessible only to the homes surrounding park). Large primary suite w/new wet room spa bath and loads of closet space. 3 additional bedrooms and beautifully updated hall bath. The original 4 car garage (2 car tandem) was converted into a 2 car garage with the back 2 stalls converted into a large mudroom/laundry room w/convenient exterior door/full bath. Loads of attic space. Updated and ready for next owner. Outdoor space can't be beat. 7 blocks to Metra train stop, IL Prairie Path, restaurants, and shops. 1 mile to Lake Ellyn. Easy access to I355.

Sprawling, 6000+ square foot Glen Ellyn home in coveted Revere Road Area! From the moment you step into the incredible double-height foyer, you'll be captivated by the sense of elegance that permeates every corner of this stunning 4 bedroom, 3.2 bath two-story. Its banquet sized dining room is perfect for hosting intimate dinners or grand celebrations, while creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its open concept design, the sunny cook's kitchen with both island and breakfast bar effortlessly blends into the informal dining and large showstopper family room. This amazing space features soaring ceilings, fantastic windows, French doors, gorgeous stone fireplace and seamless access to the deck and covered back porch making it the ideal space for both relaxation and entertaining. Views from all windows and doors include the stone patio with firepit, private outdoor spaces, lush backyard with mature trees and landscaping. First floor also features a private office with fireplace, walk-in pantry, butler's pantry, mudroom with cubbies, laundry room and attached 3-car garage. The peaceful primary escape impresses with tree-top views from multiple banks of windows and boasts a light filled sitting room or office, two large walk-in closets and a full bath complete with a soaking tub, separate shower and dual sink vanity. Three additional bedrooms, two full baths, 2nd laundry and study loft are included on the 2nd floor. The deep pour basement with 9 ft ceilings and 2049 square feet features a generous family room, wet bar with beverage fridge, billiard area, work out space and large shelved storage. Updates: 2025-Microwave, 2021-Double Ovens and Warming Drawer, DW. 2020-Roof, 2 AC units, 1of2 Furnaces, 2nd Fl Washer/Dryer Set. 2010- 1st Fl W/D Set. All of this and only a short walk to the Metra train station, shops and restaurants, Sunset Pool, Ben Franklin Elementary, Glenbard West High and Lake Ellyn. This is one of Glen Ellyn's most sought-after neighborhoods, come see!

C. 1952, Mid-Century Modern, 4-bedroom hilltop ranch home in the fabulous Midway Park area of Glen Ellyn! Perched on a 120x179 foot lot, this architectural beauty seems to materialize from its wooded surroundings. Nature and function come together with seasonal views from the many windows throughout. The tranquil living room with masonry and copper fireplace boasts perpendicular walls of windows overlooking the rear deck and back yard with access through the adjacent screen porch. Custom built by Hummingbird Designs (2010) the light filled kitchen in the craftsman style features the sink wall of windows, natural cherry cabinetry, soapstone counters, stainless appliances and sustainable cork flooring. The dining room, open to the kitchen has access to the screened porch, side deck, gardens and garage. Primary bedroom includes newer bath (2016) with custom cabinetry, marble tiles and soapstone counters. 3 additional bedrooms and updated hall bath included on the main floor, all with views of the outdoors. Ribbon windows overlooking the backyard, line the hallway to the bedrooms. With "post and beam" construction, exterior walls are the only load bearing. The cozy lower level, also with outdoor views includes family room with built-in bar cabinet and laundry room. Both naturalized and manicured, the grounds are stunning in every season with water feature in the front, two entertainment decks, gardening shed or playhouse, and an assortment of appropriate garden ornamentation. Paver brick walkways and driveway lead to the the 2.5 car garage "complex' which includes a generous storage area and EV charging station plus storage shed and potting area built into the the side of the building. Updates include: Modified Bitumen Roof(2001) Washer/Dryer and Architectural Staircase to the Kitchen(2025) DW, Fridge, HW Heater, 22KW House Generator and EV Charger(2020) Range(2017) Anderson Window Replacements, HVAC and Rubber Garage Roof(2016). Walking distance to the Metra train station, Lake Ellyn, Restaurants, Shops, IL Prairie Path, Glenbard West HS and more from this sought after location. Within the Ben Franklin Elementary boundaries.

Bright and stylish 2 bedroom 2.5 bath townhome with private entrance has many recent updates! Large kitchen features ample granite countertop space for your cooking and entertaining desires, breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and is south-facing for full natural light. Attached dining room fits a full-size dining table with access to the perfect-for-grilling deck. The open to the dining room is relaxing living room with pretty view of open green space. The primary bedroom with private full bath also includes custom closets (new in 2024). Laundry closet on same level as bedrooms. Walk-out to front patio from the family room, currently used as an office. 2-car attached garage. Very close to shopping, restaurants, Fox River and parks. Many recent updates include: new roof (2021) all new light fixtures, ceiling fans, paint in (2023) new microwave, kitchen faucet, Maytag washer/dryer in (2023) new furnace and ac, tankless hot water heater, new dishwasher, custom closets in both bedrooms and laundry room in (2024) Security system and accessories will remain. This is a do not miss!

Bright and light open floor plan with vaulted ceiling height for this Medinah Lakes 3 bedroom 2 bath Bloomingdale condo! Generous rooms sizes, in unit laundry, wide and covered balcony and attached garage with wall of storage shelving. The 3rd bedroom currently used as office/sitting room has been virtually staged. This well cared for unit is in a quiet neighborhood backing to Medinah Lakes Golf Club. Walk-to shopping, restaurant, beautiful park with pickle ball courts and tot lot. Seller is offering a carpet or flooring allowance. Newer windows- 2010, HVAC- 2012, Disposal- 2023, HW heater- 2009. Exterior recently painted, Driveway recently replaced. Super sweet unit!

Immaculate, sunny 1 bedroom 1 bath in the Little Italy/University Village community. Unit features freshly refinished hardwood floors and paint, fireplace, high ceilings, in-unit washer & dryer, expansive walk-in closet, breakfast island and separate dining area that could be used as home office. Attached, gated parking included. Amenities include extra storage space, exercise room, bike room, rooftop deck, and on-site engineer. Walking distance to lively Taylor Street, UIC, Medical District, West Loop, cafes, restaurants. Unit overlooks Vernon and Arrigo parks with plenty of green space and a walking path. Great value and location!

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