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07/11/05 - Pre-construction Sales Begin at Running Brook Farm
First-time home buyers are finding value and quality at Reserve One Homes' townhome communities in the northwest suburbs.Model sale and closeout continues at the Carriage Homes of Fox Ridge in Fox Lake, while pre-construction sales have begun at Running Brook Farm in Johnsburg.

Across the street from the Fox River in McHenry County, Running Brook Farm offers 144 townhomes. Four elegant floor plans range from 1,088 to 1,464 square feet, with prices from $168,990 to $191,990. Homes have two to three bedrooms, 1 ½ to 2 ½ baths, full basement and attached garages.

Three of the four plans have two-car garages, while one includes a one-car garage. Four-unit buildings offer added privacy and feature three two-story plans and one ranch plan per building. To enhance the basement space even further, buyers also have the option to have it finished before they even move in.

Some sites include the option for a lookout (English) basement with a deck that opens from the main level with stairs to the backyard.

"Most townhomes in the area don't include a basement or many of the other amenities we include," said Lisa Porter-Loftus, partner of Reserve One Homes. "By having the basement finished, buyers can enjoy a rec room, home office space or exercise area right away."

Another bonus for Running Brook Farm buyers are all the features included with each new townhome. Kitchen appliances, including a refrigerator, ceramic tile in the foyer and baths, volume ceilings in the master bedroom and nine-foot first-floor ceilings are all part of the home's base price.
Options include bay windows, loft or second master suite, finished basement and a fireplace.

All homes also include wall-to-wall carpeting, decorator light fixtures, nine-foot first floor ceilings and custom-finished hardwood cabinets and double-bowl stainless steel sinks in the kitchen. Bathrooms also have wood vanities, cultured marble vanity tops, and mirrors.

Exterior features include maintenance-free vinyl windows, vinyl siding, cultured stone accents, and patio doors and privacy fencing between rear of units. Fully landscaped grounds add to the ambiance.

Children will attend Johnsburg School District #12.

Johnsburg offers 40 acres of park land, including two major park facilities with ball fields, soccer fields, walking paths, picnic areas and playground equipment. Residents of Johnsburg also enjoy a free boat launch facility provided by the village. Commuters and visitors can reach Chicago via the McHenry or Fox Lake Metra stations.

Only six townhomes, included three decorated models, remain for sale at the Carriage Homes of Fox Ridge, being developed in Fox Lake.

Prices for the models range from $161,128 to $207,467. The other three homes available range from $169,730 to $176,400. The four floor plans range from 1,025 to 1,230 square feet with two to three bedrooms and one to 1 ½ baths.

The three decorated models for sale include such options as an alarm system, intercom system, 42 inch cabinets in the kitchen, upgraded refrigerator with a water line, and upgraded carpet padding.
All remaining homes include kitchen appliances, ceramic tile in the foyer and baths, cathedral ceilings in the master bedroom and central air conditioning. Home buyers also appreciate the extra comfort, safety and storage of each home's attached garage.

The community is in the Big Hollow School District 38 and Grant Community High School District 124.

Fox Ridge is at the intersection of Routes 59 and 12. To visit the community, take Rand Road/Route 12 north to Fox Lake (1/4 mile past the Route 59 exit) to the sales center.

The sales center is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For more information, call (847) 973-8901.
Running Brook Farm is near Route 31 and Route 120. To visit the site, take Route 31/Route 120 to Route 31 north follow to Johnsburg Road, right (east) to flashing light (Riverside Drive). Turn right (south) one mile to Running Brook Farm.

Sales center is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appointment. Call (815) 759-0808 for more information.