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This is What $499,000 Will Buy You

For $499,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first one is located in Oswego, the second one in Yorkville.

1. 6 Century Ct., Oswego: Priced at $499,000, according to listings.

This is a six-bedroom, four-bathroom single-family house. The 4,301 square-foot home was built in 1990.

The three-floor home includes three fireplaces, a large kitchen, an indoor pool and hot tub and a wet bar. It also has a projection room located over the four-car garage. Additionally, the home has hardwood floors and a natural wood trim.

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Realtor source/information: Michele & Don McComb, Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell - Yorkville.

2. 623 White Oak Way, Yorkville: Priced at $499,900, according to listings.

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This is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom single-family house. The 3,939 square-foot home was built in 1999 and sits on three-quarters of an acre.

The home includes a covered front porch, oak doors, crown molding, beams and trim. Additionally, the home's kitchen has oak cabinets, granite counters, upgraded appliances and a pantry. The home also includes a breakfast room, a formal dining room and a bayed family room with brick.

Realtor source/information: The Kelly Michelson Team, Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell.

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Oswego // Yorkville // Montgomery

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