The Blackshaw Messel Group

05/09/2026

Under Contract x four! Our team had four new contracts this week for our buyers. Great job team 👏

05/07/2026

🚨New Listing Alert 🚨

Located in the sought-after Cambridge Country subdivision of Mundelein, this fully rehabbed 2-story home offers modern updates from top to bottom and truly move-in ready living. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated (2024), including a brand-new kitchen, bathrooms, windows, roof, flooring, paint, fixtures, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and tankless water heater. The stunning kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island with breakfast bar, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy both a separate living room and dining room, along with a versatile first-floor den that can easily serve as a home office or 4th bedroom, plus convenient main-level laundry. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a primary suite with a large walk-in closet and private bath. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard with a new multi-level deck, ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. The attached 2-car garage has also been newly drywalled and insulated alongside a freshly installed Asphalt driveway. This home combines style, function, and peace of mind with all major updates already completed, All schools are walking distance friendly! The walking Path in the neighborhood leads you to the crosswalk to provide peace of mind, walking into town or to school. Don’t miss your opportunity to make it yours!

05/07/2026

05/04/2026

May is bustling with things to do for the whole family! From Memorial Day events 🇺🇸 to chocolate fest 🍫 to dining outside (hello Arlington Alfresco) 🍽️ there is something for everyone to enjoy!

04/27/2026

So you bought a home…. Now what?!Before you start unpacking, here are a few things every new homeowner should do ASAP.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎 It’s the only home we have so let’s protect it together! Here are a few ways to help do your part. ♻️

04/21/2026

“Matt and his team made the process of selling our house so easy”. Thank you for the kind words! It’s our goal to make every transaction and easy and seamless as possible!

04/17/2026

It’s been a busy two weeks with new listings, closings and writing offers! Check out what the Blackshaw Messel Group is up to!

04/16/2026

We have three new beautiful listings that just hit the market!

📍 4328 Phyllis Dr. Northbrook presented by Courtney Smith is a 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home in the highly saw after District 27 school area and has been completely updated.

📍485 Andrew Ln Lake Zurich presented by Nick Blackshaw is a 3 bedroom 1.1 bathroom single family home in desirable Old Mill Grove and has thoughtful updates throughout.

📍1536 Courtland Dr. Arlington Heights presented by Katie Shorr is a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath townhome that has stunning updates and overlooks a serene pond.

Contact us to see these homes today!