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This is What $745,000 Will Buy You

For between $725,000 and $745,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Plainfield, the second is in Bolingbrook.

1. 13110 Paul Cir., Plainfield: Priced at $725,000, according to listings.

This is a four-bedroom, five-bathroom, single family house. The 3,834 square-foot house was built in 2005.

Located on a 1.10 acre lot, the ranch-style house has arches, columns, a custom mural and hardwood floors. The kitchen has granite counters, an island, handcrafted cherry cabinets and a cherry bar. The master bathroom has a six-by-seven foot shower. Additionally, the home has plantation shutters, a 30-car circle drive, landscape beds and an exterior lanai.

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Realtor source/information: Mary Anne D'Ambrosio.

2. 2 Kennedy Ct., Bolingbrook: Priced at $745,000, according to listings.

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This is five-bedroom, five-bathroom, single family house. The 4,000 square-foot house was built in 2007.

The custom ranch home has an open floor plan and is located on a cul-de-sac. Its kitchen has custom cabinets, granite counters, high-end appliances, tile work and travertine floors. The home also has 10-foot ceilings, a den, built-ins and a lower-level master suite.

Realtor source/information: Beth SchoonenbergJohn Greene Realtor.

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Plainfield // Romeoville // Bolingbrook

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