Jim Manzzullo - Realtor

06/04/2026

Looking for a Plainfield home that stands completely out from the crowd? This spectacular 4,530 sq. ft. estate flawlessly blends grand architectural details with cozy, high-end comfort.

🛌 Spacious Living: 4+↓1 Bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 12 total rooms.
🔥 Cozy Vibes: 6 custom fireplaces .
🍳 Gourmet Kitchen: Features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, an island, and premium stainless steel appliances.
🧖 Ultimate Relaxation: The finished basement includes a built-in sauna, while the primary bath boasts an Oceania AeroMassage freestanding tub.
🌳 Outdoor Paradise: Set on a fenced half-acre+ lot with a massive brick paver patio and a unique two-story shed perfect for a studio or "she-shed".
🛠️ Premium Perks: Heated garage with epoxy flooring, central vacuum, and tankless water heater

Presented by: Wendy McSteen of Keller Williams Infinity

For more information: https://jimmanzzullo.kw.com/property/12910-S-Hadfield-Drive-Plainfield-IL-60585/2093149163096026

05/29/2026

Come tour this stunning, meticulously maintained 2-story home in Westwind Estates subdivision! With 4+1↓ generous bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and nearly 3,000 sq. ft. of finished living space.

The Heart of the Home:
✅A spacious kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island with seating, a walk-in pantry, and a separate eating area.

Premium Upgrades:
✅Hardwood floors throughout both levels, an upgraded extra-wide front porch, and an extra-deep, heated 3-car garage (5 feet deeper than standard!).
✅Finished Basement: Features a large recreation room, a 5th bedroom, a full bathroom, and plenty of extra storage space.


Location & Schools: Located within Minooka school districts (Aux Sable Elementary, Minooka Junior High, and Minooka Community High School).

📍 Address: 311 W Frontier Dr, Minooka, IL 60447
💰 List Price: $500,000

Listing Courtesy of Wendy McSteen of Keller Williams Infinity

More Information: https://jimmanzzullo.kw.com/property/311-W-Frontier-Drive-Minooka-IL-60447/2100556218247454

05/28/2026

Why wait for new construction? This gorgeous, like-new end-unit townhome (former model!) is ready for you now! 😍

📍 4118 Calder Ln, Aurora, IL 60504

Highlights You’ll Love:
🛏️ Space: 2 Bedrooms + Huge Loft/Family Room | 2.5 Baths | 2,074 Sq Ft

🍳 Gourmet Kitchen: 42-inch cabinets, quartz countertops, porcelain farmhouse sink, and high-end stainless-steel appliances.

🔥 Cozy Living: Open floor plan featuring a bright living room with a beautiful gas fireplace.

🛏️ Luxury Primary Suite: Vaulted ceilings, massive walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath with a soaking tub and separate tiled shower.

🌳 Outdoor Living: Private patio opening to a lovely, tree-lined corner yard.

🚘 Bonus Features: 2nd-floor laundry, custom built-ins, upgraded flooring, and an attached 2-car garage.

🏫 Schools: Metea Valley High School (District 204).

Low-maintenance living at its absolute finest! Drop a comment or send a DM to schedule your private tour today! 📲

More Information: https://jimmanzzullo.kw.com/property/4118-Calder-Lane-Aurora-IL-60504/2105903976353150u

Listing Courtesy of Wendy Pusczan of Keller Williams Infinity

05/26/2026

If you’ve been watching the real estate headlines lately, you’ve likely seen that active listings are jumping—nearing 950,000 nationwide. On paper, that sounds like a massive win for buyers who have been starved for choices.

But pending sales are remaining stubbornly sluggish. Why the disconnect?

In May, National Association of Realtors® and Realtor.com introduced the Listing–Income Alignment Score, which tracks how perfectly the price distribution of active MLS listings matches the actual income distribution of local households. A score of 100% represents a balanced market.

For the sake of posting brevity, I have linked two articles:

1 - Housing Mismatch Report - "This report finds that the disconnect is driven by a dual constraint. The housing market continues to face an overall supply shortage, and the existing supply is not aligned with the price points buyers can afford. As a result, many of the homes currently on the market remain out of reach for a large share of potential buyers." https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/housing-mismatch-report

2 - Inventory Is Finally Rising, So Why Aren’t Buyers Happier?

“Increasing supply alone will not be enough to restore normal market activity,” Evangelou says. “We need more homes at price points that match the incomes of today’s buyers, particularly in the entry-level and middle-market segments.” - https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/inventory-is-finally-rising-so-why-arent-buyers-happier

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05/23/2026

Spinning the Wheel of Names to Announce our Menards $100.00 Gift Card Winner! 🎡 Congratulations to Our Big Winner, Rachel Citti!🎊🎉

05/20/2026

🛠️ Jim’s Handyperson Post of the Week: The 5-Minute Weekly Car Check

Hi everyone! It's Jim Manzzullo, your favorite Realtor® with my weekly Handyperson post. My headlight actually went out on me this week, which was the inspiration behind today's post.

🛞 Tires & Wheels
Pressure Check: Grab a digital gauge and check the air pressure on all four tires (and don't forget the spare!). Always use the recommended PSI listed on the sticker inside your driver’s door jamb, not the maximum number printed on the tire itself.

Tread & Damage: Scan the tread for embedded nails, screws, or rocks. Check for uneven wear, which could signal an alignment issue. (Quick tip: Insert a penny upside down into the tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln's head, your tread is worn down and it’s time for replacements).

Lug Nuts: Do a quick visual sweep of your wheels to make sure all your lug nuts are tight, present, and accounted for.

🔌Under the Hood & 🧪 Fluids

Windshield Washer Fluid: Top off the reservoir. Clean visibility is a non-negotiable safety requirement, especially during changing seasons or after heavy rains.

Engine Oil Level: Park on level ground, pull the dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert it fully, and pull it out again. Ensure the oil level sits right between the two indicator marks. If the oil looks gritty or completely black, it might be time for an oil change.

The Ground Check: Before you pull out of the driveway, take a quick glance at the pavement where you were parked. Spotting a puddle early can save your engine:
⚫ Dark brown/black: Engine oil
🟢 Green, pink, or orange: Coolant
🔴 Red or reddish-brown: Transmission or power steering fluid
🛡️ Safety & 👁️ Visibility

Lights: Flip on your hazards and headlights, walk around the vehicle, and verify that all headlights, taillights, and turn signals are bright and working. Step on the brake pedal while parked near a garage door or wall to check the reflection of your brake lights.

Wiper Blades: Inspect the rubber edge for cracks, tears, or skipping. If they leave streaks when you spray your washer fluid, replace them.

Mirrors & Windows: Keep a clean microfiber cloth handy to wipe down side mirrors and clean the inside of the windshield to prevent glare.

05/15/2026

PLAINFIELD OPEN HOUSE - May16th, Saturday - 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Where: 25004 Prairie Grove Dr, Plainfield, Il, 60585

🟢Space: Approximately 3,700 sq. ft.
🟢Bedrooms: 6 Total (4 on the 2nd level and 2 in the finished basement).
🟢Bathrooms: 4 Full and 1 Half bath.
🟢Garage: 3-car attached garage.
🟢Kitchen: Gourmet setup with double ovens, butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, and a large island.
🟢Fully finished basement featuring a theatre room, game room, exercise room, and a bar.|

The ultimate house for entertaining! Largest model in Canterbury Woods! This home has 6 beds, and full finished basement. Dramatic 2 story foyer leading into open floor plan & Gourmet Kitchen. Kitchen boast of granite counters, stainless steel appliances, double oven, walk in pantry, large island, butlers pantry & ample table space. Basement has an entertainment room, Kitchenette with wet bar, 2 additional bedrooms, exercise room and theatre room. Sliding glass doors lead out to magnificent brick paver patio with sitting walls, fire-pit & in-ground pool. Don't miss this one! Make your appt today!

Listing courtesy of Julie Oswald with Keller Williams

05/15/2026

Memorial Day - Menards $100.00 Gift Card Give Away Event!!!

As we prepare for Memorial Day weekend, I want to take a moment to honor those who served and give a little something back to this community I love so much.

To help you get your home or garden ready for summer, I’m giving away one $100.00 Menards Gift Card! Hopefully, this gift card will help a lucky winner kick off the summer right. 🛠️🌺

I will be closing the entry form on Friday, May 22nd. Be sure to check back on Saturday, May 23rd, when I will announce the lucky winner! I will either drop off the gift card or mail it.

Presented by Jim Manzzullo, your local Realtor® from Keller WIlliams Infinity.



🔗 Enter Here via Google Forms: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCdHihdrcGW2uZFmi9FJTMNrGahm6yKW6IO97iopknVz5onQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

05/14/2026

OPEN HOUSE - May16th, Saturday - 1:00PM - 3:00PM
25004 Prairie Grove Dr, Plainfield, Il, 60585

Space: Approximately 3,700 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 6 Total (4 on the 2nd level and 2 in the finished basement).

Bathrooms: 4 Full and 1 Half bath.

Garage: 3-car attached garage.

Kitchen: Gourmet setup with double ovens, butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, and a large island.

Fully finished basement featuring a theatre room, game room, exercise room, and a bar.

Listing courtesy of Julie Oswald with Keller Williams

05/13/2026

Hi everyone, It's Jim your favorite Realtor® with a Handyperson Post of the Week: The Switch to Summer Airflow 🛠️

As the weather warms up, it’s easy to focus on the AC and forget about the simplest cooling tool in your house: the ceiling fan. If you haven't touched that little toggle switch since last fall, your fan might actually be working against you right now.

Most ceiling fans have a "winter" and "summer" setting. For the warmer months ahead, here is why—and how—you should make the switch.
The "Summer" Direction: Counter-Clockwise 🔄

In the summer, you want your fan blades to rotate counter-clockwise.
How it works: This direction pushes a focused breeze straight down. While it doesn't actually lower the temperature of the room, it creates a "wind chill effect" on your skin that can make you feel 6 to 8 degrees cooler. 🧊

The Benefit: By feeling cooler, you can often raise your thermostat by a few degrees, saving significantly on your monthly cooling costs without sacrificing comfort. 💸

How to Check and Switch ⚙️
The Eye Test: Turn the fan on medium speed and stand directly under the blades. If you feel a breeze immediately, you’re all set. If you don't feel much air moving, it’s likely still in winter mode. 👀

The Visual Check: Turn the fan off and wait for it to stop. Watch the blades as they start up again. They should be moving from the right, down, and then to the left (counter-clockwise). 🔍

The Switch: Most fans have a small slide switch on the motor housing (the metal part just above the blades). Flip that switch to reverse the direction. ⚡
Note: If you have a modern fan with a remote, there is often a dedicated "Reverse" button right on the handset. 📱