Heritage Select Realty

09/09/2026

A home search usually starts with bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage and price.

But some of the best conversations we have with buyers start somewhere else: How do you want your life to look here?

Maybe it’s having the boat close by. A home that’s easier to maintain. More opportunities to get outside. A place the kids and grandkids want to visit. Or simply a different pace for this next chapter.

Those answers can tell us just as much as a list of must-haves.

Our Heritage Select Realty team is right here at Heritage Harbor to help you explore the homes, neighborhoods and opportunities that fit the life you’re looking for.

What would you do with more time?

More mornings outside. More afternoons on the water. More dinners with family. More time exploring. More conversations that weren’t on the calendar. Or maybe just more time to sit on the porch and enjoy where you are.

We can’t add hours to the day. But where we live can change how much of those hours are spent getting to the things we enjoy, and how much are spent actually enjoying them.

That idea is at the heart of life at Heritage Harbor.

Our latest blog explores how the place you call home can create a little more room for what matters most.

Read more: https://visitheritageharbor.com/what-would-you-do-with-more-time/

09/08/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work.

This Heritage Harbor resale is officially UNDER CONTRACT, and this one is a true Heritage Select Realty team effort.

Esmeralda is representing the seller, while Lisa is helping the buyer make their move to Heritage Harbor.

There’s something extra special about getting to help both sides take their next step - one homeowner closing a chapter and another getting ready to begin theirs.

Congratulations to our clients and to Esmeralda & Lisa! We’re excited to see this one through to closing.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Heritage Select Realty!

Today is a chance to recognize the hard work and contributions of people everywhere - and hopefully find a little time to slow down and enjoy the day along the way.

Our Heritage Select Realty team is working today, so if you’re spending part of your Labor Day at Heritage Harbor, stop by The Front Porch and say hello. We’re always happy to show you around.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day!

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09/04/2026

: This week’s find comes with a little insider access.

8 Port Place is a private listing at Heritage Harbor, offering a turnkey opportunity for someone looking for a getaway, a rental property, or a place to call home. This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhome comes fully furnished and is currently part of the Harbor Inn vacation rental program.

One of the standout features is the second-floor living space, designed to make the most of natural light. Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and an open-concept kitchen give the home plenty of character, while French doors open to a west-facing balcony - the perfect spot to unwind and catch the evening sunset.

With three levels of finished living space, including a bedroom and full bath on both the first and lower levels, there’s plenty of flexibility for owners and guests. A spacious 2.5-car garage adds even more room for vehicles, bikes, golf carts and the gear that comes with enjoying life at the Harbor.

Beyond the home, the marina, pools, pickleball, trails, dining and community amenities are all part of the Heritage Harbor experience.

Contact Heritage Select Realty for pricing, rental program details or to schedule a private showing: https://connectmls-portal.mredllc.com/listing-details/597556755FF50D22E0631607010AA146

Listed by Esmeralda Avila, Realtor, Heritage Select Realty

09/03/2026

Curious what it’s really like to live the Heritage Harbor lifestyle? Come take a Discovery Tour with us as the on-site real estate brokerage.

We’ll show you around the Harbor, introduce you to the lifestyle, highlight the amenities, and tour real estate opportunities that could be the perfect fit for you.

There’s no better way to imagine life at the Harbor than to experience it firsthand. Come see the waterfront, explore the community, and discover what makes Heritage Harbor such a special place to call your own.

Ready to discover the Harbor? Schedule a tour: https://info.visitheritageharbor.com/meetings/jacob-valle/hsr-scheduling

09/03/2026

: A waterfront opportunity you won’t find publicly on the MLS.

Set along the marina at Heritage Harbor, this fully furnished 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath Boathouse Cottage pairs beautiful harbor views with flexible resort living.

Inside, you’ll find an open-concept layout, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, vaulted ceilings upstairs and a finished walkout lower level. Out back, a screened-in deck creates the perfect spot to settle in and enjoy life along the water.

Make it your full-time home, your waterfront escape, or take advantage of the opportunity to participate in Heritage Harbor’s onsite vacation rental management program.

And just outside your door? The marina, walking paths, pickleball, dining, community events and all the amenities that make Heritage Harbor such a unique place to call home.

This property is being offered as a private listing. Contact Heritage Select Realty for pricing, additional details or to schedule a private showing: https://connectmls-portal.mredllc.com/listing-details/59ED2158199DD1CBE0631407010AADF1

Listed by Esmeralda Avila, Realtor, Heritage Select Realty

09/02/2026

Make Heritage Harbor part of your Labor Day weekend.

We’re sending summer out with a full weekend at The Boardwalk! Harbor House by Valentino’s has live music lined up Friday and Saturday, followed by an extra-special Sunday evening as the Quarterdeck at Heritage Harbor Marina & Resort Association co-host Last Night in White.

For Sunday’s celebration, Harbor House will be offering a special menu and cash bar at The Boardwalk, alongside the music from DJ VeilSpin, an ice cream food truck, games and more.

Come for an evening or make a weekend of it with Harbor Inn vacation rentals.

Looking for more to do? Get out on the water with a rental through the marina, or, if you’re curious about life at Heritage Harbor, schedule a Discovery Tour and see more of the community.

Stay for the weekend: https://www.visitheritageharborinn.com/
Book a marina rental: https://visitheritageharbor.com/welcome/rentals/
Schedule a Discovery Tour: https://info.visitheritageharbor.com/meetings/jacob-valle/hsr-scheduling

09/02/2026

Another reason Heritage Harbor continues to become an even more compelling place to own.

The Vue adds something entirely new to the community... bringing weddings, celebrations and events to the waterfront and introducing even more people to Heritage Harbor along the way.

We’re excited to see the doors open later this month, and even more excited for what it adds to the future of Heritage Harbor.

It’s official. The Vue at Heritage Harbor is here. Well, almost.

Construction is wrapping up, the finishing touches are coming together, and in just a few short weeks, this waterfront space will officially open its doors.

We’ve been waiting a long time to share this with you, and we’re excited to finally bring you along for what’s next.

Follow along as we get ready to open The Vue, from behind-the-build moments and introductions to the weddings, events and celebrations already taking shape.
Let’s get this started.

Experience The Vue. Opening September 2026.

09/01/2026

There’s something exciting about walking into a brand-new home and knowing everything starts with you.

If new construction hasn’t been part of your home search, we’d be happy to show you why it deserves a closer look. Heritage Harbor offers move-in-ready new homes for buyers ready to make a move, along with opportunities to build and personalize a home from the start.

The Heritage Select Realty team can help you explore the available new construction opportunities, compare your options, and find the home and neighborhood that feel right for you.

Ready to see what’s new? Give us a call to schedule a tour.

If you’re searching for a home, is new construction on your list?

It’s easy to focus on resale, but buying new comes with benefits that are worth a closer look. Fewer projects waiting after closing. Brand-new systems and materials. The potential for greater energy efficiency. Modern design. And, of course, something pretty special about being the very first to call a house home.

Plus, new construction doesn’t always mean starting from scratch. At Heritage Harbor, you can explore move-in-ready homes along with opportunities to build and personalize.

Before your next home search, take a second look at what starting new could offer.

Read our latest blog: 7 Reasons to Consider New Construction → https://visitheritageharbor.com/why-consider-new-construction/

09/01/2026

: Lot 30 at Heritage Harbor

Build the home you’ve been envisioning in the heart of Harbor Village.

Lot 30 offers a premium setting along the neighborhood’s central green and park space, giving you open green space just outside your front door while keeping you close to the Harbor Walk, marina, and everything Heritage Harbor has to offer.

Bring your own vision and builder, or make the process easier by choosing from proven home plans and working with Heritage Harbor’s onsite builder. Be sure to ask about available builder incentives, too.

From morning walks around the harbor to afternoons on the water and evenings with neighbors, this is your opportunity to build a home around the lifestyle you want to live.

Interested in the homesite or ready to explore what you could build here? Contact Heritage Select Realty to learn more and schedule a tour: https://visitheritageharbor.idxbroker.com/idx/details/listing/c019/12743906/4-Lilac-Lane-Ottawa-IL