Bill Valenta - Baird & Warner Real Estate

09/27/2026

🏡✨ Price Adjusted!

***HOSTED OPEN HOUSE 9/27/2026 at 11am-1pm***

Discover unparalleled craftsmanship in this exquisite 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath custom residence at 20507 Magnolia Court, Frankfort, IL 60423.

This stunning home offers:

🛏️ 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms
🚗 Heated 3-car garage
🏠 3,423 sq. ft. of luxurious living space

Highlights include:

🍽️ Professional chef's kitchen with Viking appliances
🌟 Main-floor primary suite with private laundry
🔥 Radiant heated basement and garage floors
🌳 Custom Trex deck for seamless indoor-outdoor living

Perfectly located near award-winning schools, charming downtown Frankfort, and scenic trails, this home offers more than just luxury finishes—it offers the Frankfort lifestyle.

Don't miss this opportunity to own a home that feels as extraordinary as it looks. Contact us today to schedule a tour.

Your choice in real estate agent matters!

Bill Valenta
📞 (630) 880-8493
🌐 williamvalenta.bairdwarner.com

09/26/2026

🍂🎉 Get ready for a weekend of fun at the Mokena Family Fall Fest! From October 1-4, join us at Yunker Farm and The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center for an unforgettable experience filled with carnival rides, live music, and family-friendly activities. 🎶🎡 With a beer tent, delicious food options, and crafts, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss the special kids' activities like face painting and make-your-own scarecrow on Saturday. Plus, enjoy free concerts featuring local bands! 🎤✨ Mark your calendars and bring your family for a fantastic fall celebration! What are you most excited to see at the fest? Let me know in the comments!

For more details, check out the full event schedule and activities on the Mokena Park District website.

Source: http://patch.com/illinois/mokena/mokena-family-fall-fest-features-beer-tent-live-music-carnival-kids-activities
Photo Credit: via patch.com

09/24/2026

When to Repair, Replace, or Leave a Home Feature Alone
Not every worn, dated, or imperfect part of a home needs to be replaced. Sometimes a relatively small repair can add years to its useful life. In other cases, continuing to patch the same problem costs more time and money than replacing it.
Knowing which approach makes sense starts with looking at more...

Not every worn or dated part of a home needs to be replaced. Learn how to weigh condition, repair history, function, and future plans before deciding what to do.

09/23/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 20507 Magnolia Court, Frankfort.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 20507 Magnolia Court, Frankfort, IL 60423, 3423 square foot, 5 bedrooms, 3 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $1,249,000, MLS ID 12723429

09/23/2026

For the fifth year in a row, we've partnered with Habitat for Humanity to host build days where volunteers from across the company work together to help meet the urgent need for affordable housing in Chicagoland. Each year, we strive to expand the size and scope of this event, and on Friday, September...

We did it again! This year's Habitat for Humanity Build Day was bigger than ever.

09/19/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/18/2026

What to Do When Your Home Has Been on the Market Longer Than Expected
Most sellers have a rough idea of how long they expect their home to take to sell. When that timeline stretches, it's easy to focus on the number of days the listing has been active.
The more useful question is why buyers haven't moved forward.
Sometimes the answer is price. Other times, the home is...

A slower-than-expected home sale may call for more than patience. Take a fresh look at price, presentation, feedback, and how the listing is reaching buyers.

09/17/2026

Ways to Repurpose an Underused Room
Some rooms slowly stop serving a real purpose. A formal dining room may only get used a few times a year. A spare bedroom may become a holding area for boxes and things that don't have another home. Even a finished basement or loft can end up sitting mostly empty.
That doesn't always mean the room needs...

An underused room doesn't have to stay that way. A few practical changes can turn extra space into something that works better for everyday life.

09/14/2026

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month across Chicagoland with museums, murals, cultural centers, and historic sites. Baird & Warner shares places to explore.

09/14/2026

AFTER DARK
As the days grow shorter and evenings arrive earlier, October invites us to look at nighttime in a whole new way. This month, Talk of the Town explores the world after dark, from bustling night markets and late-night dining to the science of darkness and movies that capture the magic, mystery,...

Talk of The Town: October 2026