Nicci Mertens - Licensed Real Estate Broker

06/13/2026

🏡 310 W Kirchhoff Rd
Arlington Heights, Illinois
60005

Built in 1858
FARMHOUSE
HISTORY
Knoen as:
The Stangor Place aka Stanger Farm or Tag
1 7O- Ockobr 1NO8
Bubite Farm 1910~1927
Some of the farland was sold off to developers
lemaining land wan farmed until the earler 19500
IMPROVEMENTS
Previously eddreased as 841 S Mitchell until home was built was just west of the farmhouse

Featured on the Illinois Digital Archives Site courtesy of Arlington Its Historical Society

https://www.idaillinois.org/ /collection/haring
1004/16/2805/140/28

htp:://www.idaillinois.org/dip/tal/colection/haring
1004/16/434/1ec/400

1at Floor Back Addition in 1976
Living Room, Full Bath, Laundry Room

A letter writhen in German from September 1000 mas found in wall during bathroom remodel in early 2000s

Now is your turn to own a piece of history!

06/10/2026

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there’s a little bit of good news.

Asking prices have started to ease – the typical asking price this May came in under where it was a year ago.

And these lower prices are good news for your move – not a sign the market’s in trouble. It points to a market that’s rebalancing with more realistic seller expectations and a little more breathing room for buyers again.

So, if you’ve been waiting for an opening, let’s connect. I’ll help you see what that looks like in our area.

06/08/2026

One of the biggest questions I’m getting right now is: “What’s going to happen with the housing market in the second half of the year?”

And it makes sense why everyone is asking.

Affordability is tight. Rates feel high. Prices do too.

And people want to know if the second half of the year is going to be better.

Here's the honest answer. A lot of it depends on what happens with inflation – and the lingering uncertainty overseas. But even in today’s market, there’s opportunity, if you know where to look.

Want a breakdown of what’s impacting the market, where experts think things could go from here, and what you can actually do about it?

Send a DM or drop a comment below and I can send you over an article that breaks it all down.

06/07/2026

Inflation is still above where the Fed wants it, and that means mortgage rates are likely to stay elevated for a while. But for people who need to move, strategy matters far more than trying to perfectly time the market.

Wondering what this means for your specific situation? Reach out today. Let's cut through the noise together and make a plan that actually works for you.

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling.

06/05/2026

Still deciding whether to buy your first home now or wait? Here’s something you’ll want to consider.

Buyers who get into their first home around age 30 build about $119,000 more in net worth by age 50 compared to those who wait until their 40s.

So, every year you spend saving for the "right" moment could quietly chip away at your future wealth.

That doesn’t mean buy before you’re ready. But it does mean, if you’re ready and able to buy now, it may be a better strategy than waiting.

DM me and let's map out what timeline fits your situation and our market. You might find that a head start matters more than waiting to save the "perfect" down payment.

06/04/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | 310 W. Kirchhoff Rd, Arlington Heights 🏡

Join us this Sunday from 10 AM–2 PM and discover all the charm, space, and thoughtful updates this beautiful home has to offer!

Set on a huge deep lot, this property boasts an incredible backyard with endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, play, or simply enjoying your own private outdoor retreat. Inside, you’ll find a blend of character and modern updates that have been carefully curated throughout the home.

Located in a sought-after neighborhood close to parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, and more, you’ll love the convenience and lifestyle this location provides.

✨ 3 Bedrooms
✨ 2 Bathrooms
✨ 2,535 Sq Ft
✨ Huge Deep Lot & Amazing Backyard
✨ Thoughtful Updates Throughout
✨ Prime Arlington Heights Location

📍 310 W. Kirchhoff Road, Arlington Heights
💲 $749,000

Stop by and see why this one feels like home! 🏠💜

06/03/2026

The housing market hasn’t rebounded as quickly as experts originally hoped. But that doesn’t mean it’s stalled.

Higher inflation and lingering economic uncertainty caused economists to revise their forecasts for this year. But importantly, when those two things settle down, many experts believe the market will regain its momentum.

So don’t see this revision in forecasts as a sign of trouble. See it as a temporary reaction to overall conditions and uncertainty.

If you want to know what’s happening in our local market, and what it could mean for your plans for the rest of this year, let’s connect.

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

06/01/2026

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

05/31/2026

Life changes. Priorities shift. Families grow. Kids move out. Careers evolve. And eventually, the house you’re in may stop fitting the life you’re living.

If that’s been weighing on you lately, let’s talk through what your options could realistically look like today, no matter where rates or prices are.

Life can’t always wait for perfect market conditions. Maybe you don’t have to either.

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.

05/29/2026

After a year or more of rates coming down, things have changed. And lately, mortgage rates have been climbing again.

And if that's made you wonder whether you should delay your move until they drop, you're not the only one.

The honest truth is that rates probably won't come down much until inflation cools off and some of the global uncertainty settles. And no one knows exactly when that'll be.

But what most headlines won't tell you is that rates aren't the only thing that affects affordability. Sure, they’re a big factor, but not all of the affordability news is bad.

Wages, home prices, and inventory are all trending in a direction that could still help make your move possible.

Want to know what that actually looks like for your situation? Drop a comment or send me a DM.

Because even though rates are higher, there are pockets of opportunity in any market, if you know where to look.