Sandie LaMantia, Realtor

09/25/2026

Are we currently in a seller's market or a buyer's market?

The real estate market is shifting. With rising inventory and more price reductions, changing how you approach your next move is key. Understanding these trends is essential for making smart listing decisions and protecting your home valuation.

Contact me today so we can discuss it!

09/24/2026

🍂 Picture This: Your Family Gathered Here for the Holidays 🍂

5 Timber Bluff Court | Glen Carbon, IL 62034
💰 $625,000 | 🛏️ 5 Beds | 🛁 3 Full, 1 Half Baths | 📐 2,048 sqft

With Thanksgiving and the holiday season right around the corner, imagine hosting family and friends in a home made for entertaining! 🦃✨

🍽️ A Dining Room Built for Celebrations
The formal dining room flows effortlessly from the great room's soaring ceilings — plenty of space for your biggest holiday table, your whole extended family, and all the trimmings.

👩‍🍳 A Kitchen Any Home Chef Will Love
This isn't just a kitchen — it's a holiday headquarters:
🔸 Stainless steel appliances, including a wall oven & electric cooktop for double-duty holiday baking
🔸 Granite countertops with tons of prep space
🔸 A spacious kitchen island
🔸 A bar fridge for extra drink & dessert storage
🔸 A gorgeous eat-in area that flows right out to the deck — perfect for overflow seating or a cozy breakfast nook on snowy mornings

☕ Picture the smell of a holiday roast filling the kitchen while the kids run between the great room and the eat-in nook, and guests spill out onto the deck for fresh air between courses.

⏰ The timing is perfect — sellers are targeting a late November/early December closing, meaning you could be settled in and hosting your own holiday gathering here this year!

Don't spend one more holiday season wishing for more space. This could be the year everything changes. 🏡💛

🔗 See the full listing: https://sandielamantia.com/il-real-estate/glen-carbon/5-timber-bluff-court-mls-26058257
📞 Schedule your tour today!

09/23/2026

Could fall be your opportunity to stand out? 🍁

Buyers shopping this time of year may have very specific reasons for making a move—and thoughtful preparation can help your home make a strong first impression.

The key isn’t simply listing your home. It’s understanding the local market, your competition, and how to position your property effectively.

Thinking about selling this fall? Let’s talk strategy. Call me today at 618-978-2384.

09/23/2026

🏘️ INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY – Madison, IL 🏘️

Two turnkey income properties, sold separately or together!

📍 1724 Kennedy Drive | $260,000
Four 1 bed/1 bath units. Most updated with LVP flooring, stainless steel appliances, updated lighting, new tub/shower surrounds & vanities. Roof, AC, windows, exterior doors, attic insulation, crawlspace v***r barrier & rim joist insulation all updated within the last two years (2025).

📍 1906 Rhodes Street | $520,000
Two buildings, eight 1 bed/1 bath units total. Half the units updated with LVP flooring, stainless steel appliances, updated lighting, new tub/shower surrounds & vanities. AC replaced within the last two years, plus new windows, exterior doors, attic insulation, crawlspace v***r barrier & rim joist insulation (2025). (Note: Rhodes Street's two buildings are sold together — seller will not divide.)

💰 Combined: $780,000 for 12 income-producing units

✅ Move-in ready, low-maintenance updates already done
✅ Great opportunity to start or grow a rental portfolio
✅ Pre-approved buyers only — 48-hr notice required, showings dependent on tenant availability

📲 Call/text Sandie LaMantia at 618-978-2384 to schedule a showing!

09/21/2026

🏡 NOW AVAILABLE - Don't Miss This Glen Carbon Beauty 🏡

5 Timber Bluff Court | Glen Carbon, IL 62034
💰 $625,000 | 🛏️ 5 Beds | 🛁 3 Full, 1 Half Baths | 📐 2,048 sqft | 🚗 3-Car Garage

Have you toured this Timberwolf Estates gem yet? 👀 With a main-floor primary suite, soaring ceilings in the great room, and a fully finished lower level with a wet bar and covered patio — this home offers the space and flexibility that's hard to find in Glen Carbon right now.

🛋️ Formal dining + open great room
🍳 Updated kitchen with granite counters & stainless appliances
🛌 Main-floor primary suite with private deck access
🧺 Massive main-floor laundry room
🏠 Finished lower level = built-in guest suite or hangout space
🌳 Tree-lined, private backyard

And it's move-in ready with a 1-year VIP Guard Home Warranty included!

Homes like this in Timberwolf Estates don't come up often — schedule your private tour before it's gone. 📅

🔗 Full details & photos: https://sandielamantia.com/il-real-estate/glen-carbon/5-timber-bluff-court-mls-26058257
📞 Call/text Sandie LaMantia at 618-978-2384

09/21/2026

Whether you didn’t find your dream home this summer or you’re just now considering a move to St. Louis or the Metro East, you may be wondering, “Should I buy a house now or wait?” Fall typically means there are fewer homes to choose from, but it also has the advantage of less competition from other buyers. So is it better to wait until spring when the market heats up again, or keep searching now and hope you find the right fit?

Find out in my latest blog post here!

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09/18/2026

“I was kept informed the entire time and never doubted what I was told.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Communication matters throughout every step of a real estate transaction. My clients should always know what’s happening, what comes next, and feel comfortable asking questions along the way.
Thank you, Rita, for your kind words and for trusting me to be part of your journey!

09/18/2026

Is September a good time to sell your home? The answer might surprise you.

Even as we head into the fall and winter months, buyers remain active in the market. I break down the strategy you need to ensure a successful home sale and how planning now positions you for a better outcome early next spring.

Learn more here!

09/17/2026

Thinking about a fall move? You don’t have to wait until you’re ready to list to start planning. 🍂🏡
Some of the most important decisions happen before your home ever reaches the market—what to repair, what to declutter, how to prepare for photos, and how to price your home for today’s buyers.
If selling this fall is on your mind, let’s start with a conversation.