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WSP Newsletter WSP Newsletter June 23, 2025

June 2025 - Vol. 15, Issue 6
Welcome to the Wenzel Select Properties monthly newsletter! We're excited to bring you the latest updates in real estate, market trends, and a showcase of our featured properties.
🎉 It’s Almost Time for Rotary GroveFest! 🎶
 
Wenzel Select Properties is proud to be the Entertainment Area Sponsor for one of Downers Grove’s favorite summer traditions!
 
Join us June 19th–22nd in Downtown Downers Grove for a weekend full of live music, food, family fun, games, rides and community vibes—all right in the heart of town.
 
📍 Swing by the Entertainment Area and say hello! We’ll be there all weekend, soaking up the summer energy and celebrating the amazing people who make this town feel like home.
 
Let’s groove, connect, and make some unforgettable memories together!
 
Click HERE for more information!
This past Sunday, we celebrated the dads, stepdads, grandpas, father figures, and mentors who have built strong foundations not only in our homes, but in our hearts.
 
From fixing the leaky faucet to cheering the loudest at the game, your dedication, strength, and love never went unnoticed. We are grateful for the role you play in shaping families and homes with care and pride.
 
We hope your day was filled with joy, laughter, and maybe even a well-earned nap in your favorite chair.
Featured Testimonial
Lisa helped make the sale of our home a smooth and easy process. We purchased a home with Lisa prior to the sale and didn't think twice about using her as our realtor. Her expertise allowed us to sell the property faster and at a much higher price than we were expecting. She has a great personality which added some life to what could have been an otherwise drab process.
 
-Eric & Mary
WSP's Summer Buyer & Seller Guides Are Here!
Wondering what the market looks like this season for buyers and sellers? Our newly released Summer 2025 Buyer and Seller Guides are here! Get the latest market insights, trends, and expert tips—whether you're planning to make a move or just staying informed.
Recent Happenings
Congratulations goes to Grace Ann on the sale of her property!
Congratulations goes to Andrew & Erin on the purchase of their new home!
Congratulations goes to Brian & Amy on the sale of their property!
Congratulations goes to Lisa on the sale of her property!
Congratulations goes to Laura on the purchase of her new home!
Thank you for allowing WSP to assist you with your most valuable investment.
 
Lisa M. Wenzel
 
Eight Ways to Win a Bidding War
The search for buyers has never been more important as the market mood continues its cautious optimism supported by strong employment trends and continued economic growth.
 
The stock market gyrations in recent months on the back of tariff threats and promises of constructive trade negotiations mean the search for buyers is becoming increasingly competitive.
Why You Should Budget for Closing Costs
Paying for closing costs is just a reality of life that comes with buying real estate. There's no escaping it, but you can shop around to reduce the expense of this obligation.
Seven Summer Watering Tips to
Keep Your Plants Healthy
Now summer has finally arrived, it's a wonderful time to start enjoying your garden.
 
For those of you who are selling your homes this summer, you'll find buyers will pay more attention to the front and back yards than at any other time of the year.
Ready to Get Pre-Approved?
Featured Properties
Just Listed
120 Lakeview Drive Unit 205 Bloomingdale, IL
 
2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,253 SQFT
 
505 Redondo Drive Downers Grove, IL
 
2 Bed, 1 Bath, 988 SQFT
 
Just Listed - For Rent
6408 Powell Street Downers Grove, IL
 
3 Beds, 1 Bath, 998 SQFT
 
Price Reduced
7N108 Hastings Drive St. Charles, IL
 
4 Beds, 2.2 Baths, 3,287 SQFT
 

PRICE UPON REQUEST

341 CAPITAL DRIVE

SUGAR GROVE

2  Beds Separator 3  Baths Separator 1,400  sqft
Request A Private Showing

PRICE UPON REQUEST

15 THRUSH ROAD

CARPENTERSVILLE

3  Beds Separator 1  Bath Separator 920  sqft
Request A Private Showing

PRICE UPON REQUEST

1146 FREEMONT STREET

YORKVILLE

2  Beds Separator 3  Baths Separator 1,754  sqft
Request A Private Showing

PRICE UPON REQUEST

668 HILL AVENUE

ELGIN

3  Beds Separator 2  Baths Separator 1,400  sqft
Request A Private Showing

PRICE UPON REQUEST

16158 HILLCREST CIRCLE

ORLAND PARK

2  Beds Separator 3  Baths Separator 1,541  sqft
Request A Private Showing

UNDER CONTRACT

35 EARL STREET

PLANO

3  Beds Separator 2  Baths Separator 1,948  sqft
Request A Private Showing

$165,000

8640 WAUKEGAN ROAD 227

MORTON GROVE

1  Bed Separator 1  Bath Separator -  sqft
Request A Private Showing
Contact Us
 
4941 Main St
Downers Grove IL 60515
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