by Sears Homes | May 5, 2012 | Uncategorized |
Of the 370 models that Sears offered, there was only one house that was fancier and bigger than the Glen Falls: The Sears Magnolia. In 1922, the Magnolia had sold for $5,849. In the mid-20s, the Glen Falls sold for $4,560. The Magnolia had 2,900 square feet. The Glen...
by Sears Homes | Dec 14, 2010 | Uncategorized |
My new book is now available at The History Press and Amazon.com. It’s a beautiful book, chocked full of photos (250 color photos) featuring the Sears Homes of Illinois. Click here to “look inside the book” at amazon.com Did I mention that it makes...
by Sears Homes | Aug 23, 2010 | Uncategorized |
Not surprisingly, there’s an abundance of Sears kit home in Northern Illinois. In fact, Elgin, Illinois has the largest known collection of Sears Homes in the country! This southwestern Chicago suburb has more than 210 Sears Homes! To learn more about the houses...
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