618 Homes, 60 IL/157, Edwardsville, IL (2026)

06/02/2026

💬 Comment “GUIDE” and I’ll send you my Metro East relocation guide with the best neighborhoods for growing families.

When your current home starts feeling a little too tight, the next move isn’t always farther away. Sometimes it’s just finding the right community.

🏡 O’Fallon: One of the most popular choices for move-up families thanks to newer neighborhoods, convenient shopping, restaurants, access to Scott AFB, and homes that offer more space without sacrificing convenience.

🏡 Edwardsville: If you want strong schools, a walkable downtown, local restaurants, parks, trails, and a true community feel, Edwardsville continues to be one of the most sought-after places in the Metro East. The mix of historic charm and newer developments gives families plenty of options.

🏡 Troy: Perfect for families who want more house for the money while staying close to Edwardsville, O’Fallon, and major highways. Newer subdivisions, Triad schools, and an easy commute make it a favorite for buyers upgrading their lifestyle.

🏡 Highland: Known for its strong sense of community, local events, parks, and small-town atmosphere. Many families love Highland because it offers space, character, and a slower pace while still providing convenient regional access.

🏡 Waterloo: Larger lots, highly regarded schools, and a quieter lifestyle continue to attract families looking for room to grow. Waterloo offers that balance of privacy, stability, and community that many move-up buyers are searching for.

The best choice depends on what matters most to your family. Some buyers prioritize walkability and restaurants. Others want bigger lots, newer homes, stronger school options, or the shortest commute.

That’s exactly why I put together a detailed Metro East neighborhood guide that breaks down the pros, lifestyle, commute, and home styles of each area so you can narrow down the right fit.

💬 Comment “GUIDE” and I’ll send it over.

05/30/2026

💬 Comment “MODERN” and I’ll send you the full details.

For just over 300k, this fully renovated Troy home gives you modern updates, extra space, and over an acre in one package 🏡

This Troy home was built for the buyer who is ready to move out of that first home and into something with more room to grow. With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, over 2,200 square feet, a finished lower level, a kitchenette, modern finishes throughout, and a lot that gives you room to actually spread out, this one checks a lot of boxes that are hard to find together.

📍 Troy, IL
🏡 Fully Renovated Home
✨ Modern Feel Throughout
🛏 4 Bedrooms
🛁 3 Bathrooms
📐 2,256 Sq Ft
🌳 Just Over 1 Acre
🛋 Finished Lower Level
🍿 Great Entertaining Space
🍽 Kitchenette Downstairs
💡 Statement Lighting
🚿 Tiled Showers
👕 Walk-In Closet
🚗 Just Off US 40
📚 Near Triad High School

💭 Send this to someone looking for a fully renovated home in Troy with more room to grow, modern finishes, and a lot size that is getting harder to find at this price point.

Listed by: Randy Gibson with Keller Williams Marquee

Ben Jenkins | 618 Homes
Illinois Realtor®
REAL Broker
Buying | Selling | Building
618.581.2278

05/28/2026

Luxury villa living, designed to feel calm, quiet, and effortless. 🏡

The Enclave at Augusta Greens in O’Fallon, Illinois offers maintenance-free villas starting at $579,000, built with a softer kind of luxury in mind.

Quiet interiors. Thoughtful finishes. Open living spaces. Covered outdoor areas. And universal design features that make everyday living feel easier, more comfortable, and more intentional.

Built by Spencer Homes, these villas are designed for the buyer who wants to simplify without giving up quality, comfort, or style.

✨ Maintenance-free villa community
📍 O’Fallon, Illinois
🏡 The Enclave at Augusta Greens
🛋 Open, refined living spaces
🌿 Covered outdoor living
🚿 Universal design features
🛠 Built by Spencer Homes
💰 Starting at $579,000

Take a closer look through the link in my bio.

Ben Jenkins
618 Homes
REAL Broker
Illinois Realtor®
618.581.2278
[email protected]
618Homes.net

05/24/2026

Metro East downsizers, Meridian Grove is officially taking shape in Glen Carbon 🏡

The homes are no longer just renderings. Spencer Homes has framed detached villas, foundations poured, roads in place, and several homes already spoken for.

This is the stage where people who want maintenance-free new construction should start paying attention.

📍 Meridian Grove in Glen Carbon
🏡 Built by Spencer Homes
🔨 Two detached villas under construction
🌳 Tree buffer already visible
🚧 Roads and infrastructure in place
🏘 Part of Meridian Plaza
🥪 Jimmy John’s planned to open in June
🏢 Final apartment building expected to welcome residents in July
✨ Maintenance-free villa lifestyle
📍 Close to Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, shopping, dining, and daily convenience

If you’ve been thinking about downsizing without downgrading, this is one of the communities to watch.

💬 Would you live in a maintenance-free villa community like this?

05/24/2026

🏗️ A planned apartment complex in Edwardsville has now turned into a lawsuit against the city.

The Dorset Court project was originally approved in 2022 as a 28-unit apartment building. Since then, the property changed ownership, and the new developers are seeking to use the project for affordable/supportive housing for people with disabilities and lower-income residents.

⚖️ The lawsuit alleges the city treated the project differently after learning who the intended residents would be.

🏛️ The City of Edwardsville denies the allegations and is responding through the legal process.

👥 Nearby residents have also raised concerns about traffic, drainage, density, parking, and the limited-access nature of Dorset Court.

This is one of those local development stories that sits at the intersection of growth, neighborhood impact, affordable housing, accessibility, and city planning.

💭 What do you think this is mainly about: zoning and development process, or fair housing?

Ben Jenkins | 618 Homes
Illinois Realtor® | REAL Broker
Homes | Development | Local Market Insight

05/21/2026

🏡 Most open houses are boring.

🚶 You walk in, grab a flyer, look around for a few minutes, and leave without really understanding what makes the home different.

✨ This one is built differently.

📍 Every weekend at The Enclave at Augusta Greens, guests can walk through an interactive open house experience designed around maintenance-free living, universal design, and the next chapter of homeownership.

📝 As you walk through, you’ll find feature cards throughout the home and guess whether each one is standard or an upgrade.

🏡 Zero-step entry
🚿 Curbless shower
🍽 Built-in drawer microwave
💡 Elevated lighting
🌿 Screened-in porch
✨ Custom cabinetry
🪵 Luxury vinyl plank flooring

👀 And here’s the surprise…

🔨 With Spencer Homes, these features are standard.

🏡 This is for the person who is ready to simplify without settling.

🌿 The person who doesn’t want to mow, landscape, shovel snow, manage exterior upkeep, or keep maintaining more house than they actually need.

❤️ It’s also for the son or daughter who knows their parents are getting close to that stage where the right home now could make life a lot easier later.

Not assisted living.
Not giving up quality.
Just smart, maintenance-free living before you need it.

🎟 Plus, every weekend, guests can enter the weekly drawing for a chance to win St. Louis baseball tickets.

📍 The Enclave at Augusta Greens
🏡 829 + 837 Bushwood Way
🔨 Built by Spencer Homes
⛳ Near Far Oaks Golf Course

💬 Comment “Bushwood” and I’ll send you the full details on both available villas.

05/21/2026

Own a walkable Edwardsville home with the kind of character you don’t find every day 🏡

This early-1900s Craftsman offers that perfect mix of original Edwardsville character, smart updates, a modern kitchen, and a private upstairs primary setup… all in one of the most established pockets of town.

📍 Blocks from downtown Edwardsville
🏡 Charming early-1900s Craftsman
💰 Just over $300K
✨ Original hardwood floors
🚪 Original trim and details
🍽 Modern kitchen with big cabinets
🛋 Cozy living room with character
🛏 Two decent-sized main level bedrooms
🛁 Full bathroom on the main level
🏡 Upstairs primary suite feel
🧑‍💻 Office or sitting area upstairs
🚪 Large upstairs closet
🔥 Brick paver backyard seating area
⛲ Firepit and fountain setup
🚗 Covered parking off the back
🌳 Established Edwardsville street

Listing By: and Caleb Davis with Keller Williams Marquee

💭 Comment or DM me “Park” and I’ll send you the full listing!

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🎥 Ben Jenkins | Illinois Realtor®
🏡 618 Homes | REAL Broker

12/04/2025

Glen Carbon is preparing for another wave of development after the village’s Building and Development Committee approved plans for Legacy Heights, a 28-acre residential neighborhood proposed near the Glen Carbon Post Office along Main Street and East Ingle Road. The project will bring 125 homes to the area, including three single-family estate lots, 16 duplex lots, and a 90-unit townhome building, providing a range of housing options for a growing community 🏘️.

Developers noted that the design has been shaped to reduce density and preserve green space, reflecting resident feedback and long-term planning priorities 🌿. The community layout includes internal sidewalks and leaves room for future upgrades to Ingle Road, as well as potential pedestrian and bike path connectivity 🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️. Village leaders acknowledged that broader connectivity would rely on future planning efforts and funding decisions. A sanitary sewer easement is still being negotiated and, if not secured, a lift station could be used as an alternative solution, which may influence cost and infrastructure strategy moving forward 🚧.

Growth is not limited to housing. Glen Carbon also approved a modern three-story office building at Meridian Plaza, located at Illinois 157 and Meridian Road 🧱. The building will incorporate glass and high-quality exterior finishes to match the visibility of the site. Parking will include 99 spaces, which village officials determined to be appropriate due to the building’s shared interior space and expected use patterns.

Infrastructure investment is also advancing. Ameren Illinois is moving forward with its plans for the Truett Substation, a high-voltage facility near Interstates 255 and 270 ⚡. This project is intended to strengthen the regional transmission grid and meet future demand for power across the Metro East. Construction is projected to begin in summer 2027 and the facility could be in service during the winter of 2028, pending final approvals.

12/03/2025

Buyers make decisions fast and the first 60 seconds can make or break your sale.

Smells, lighting, cleanliness, flow… these seemingly “small” details are exactly what today’s buyers notice the moment they walk through your door.

In a competitive Metro East market, the homes that sell fastest (and for the strongest prices) are the ones that feel intentional, well-kept, and move-in ready from the moment a buyer steps inside. That doesn’t mean a full remodel, it means understanding how to control your home’s presentation with strategy, not guesswork.

✨ Here’s what I coach my sellers on before we list:
• Lighting that highlights the home, not the flaws
• A neutral, fresh-smelling environment (no scented sprays!)
• Decluttered counters + clean sightlines
• Warm staging that feels upscale but livable
• Fixing the small items buyers silently judge — loose handles, burnt bulbs, scuffs, pet odors

These details create emotional connection… and emotional connection creates stronger offers.

If you’re thinking about selling in 2025, you don’t need to guess what buyers want, you just need a strategy that works in our local market.

📩 DM me “SELL” for a free, no-pressure pre-listing walkthrough
I’ll tell you exactly what to fix, what to ignore, and how to position your home to stand out to serious buyers before you ever hit the market.

— Ben Jenkins | 618 Homes 🏡✨

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