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The O'Neil Property Group Blog
Market insights, home buying tips, community guides, and real estate news from the O’Neil Property Group team.

1360 Mansfield Drive, Aurora IL Ranch Home For Sale
1360 Mansfield Drive in Aurora IL is a 2-bedroom ranch home in the Carillon at Stonegate 55+ community with a finished basement and pond views.

Oswego In-Law Suite Rules: What to Check Before You Buy
Buying an Oswego in-law suite or coach house? See what Village zoning allows, the six-month vacancy rule, and how lenders treat the space.

North Aurora Development: A Watch List Before You Move
North Aurora development to watch in 2026: the Fox River dam plan, new homes on Deerpath and Tanner, Randall Oaks, the Route 31 TIF, and water rates.

Escrow Holdback on a Yorkville New Build: Should You Close?
Closing on a Yorkville new build before the sod or driveway is done? See how an escrow holdback works, the City’s occupancy rules, and lender limits.

Sugar Grove Water: A Plain-English Guide for Buyers
Sugar Grove water comes from deep village wells. What buyers should know about the 2026 capacity debate, new rates, PFAS testing, and lawn rules.

Flood Zone Homes in Montgomery, IL: Buyer Checklist
Buying a flood zone home in Montgomery, IL? Check the FEMA map, elevation certificate, lender rules, and village floodplain limits before you commit.
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