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11/05/05 - Townhouse models open at Running Brook
Four fully furnished townhouse models have opened at Running Brook Farm in Johnsburg, a Reserve One Homes community.

Across the street from the Fox River in McHenry County, the 144-townhouse community features four floor plans ranging from 1,088 to 1,464 square feet. Prices range from $163,990 to $205,990. Homes have two to three bedrooms, 1¨ to 2¨ baths, full basement and attached garages.

Three of the four plans have a two-car garage, 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 move in.

"Most other townhouses 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 townhouse. 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 patios and privacy fencing between rear of units. Fully landscaped grounds add to the ambiance.

Single-family homes are also available at Running Brook Farm. Pre-construction pricing continues on the 108 single-family home neighborhood, which features home sites ranging from one-quarter acre to two-thirds of an acre.

Eight home designs will range from 2,084 to 3,450 square feet with three to six bedrooms and 2¨ to 3¨ baths. Prices range from $252,990 to $314,990.

Running Brook Farm is near Route 31 and Route 120. To visit the site, take Route 31 north to Route 120. Go east on Route 120 one-half mile to Riverside Drive. Turn north on Riverside and go two miles to Runningbrook Boulevard. Follow signs to sales center. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 am. to 5 p.m. on Sunday or by appointment. For information, call (815) 759-0808.