Hot Sellers: On Target

Orland Park Crossing, Orland Park, Ill.

By Kathleen Stanley

WHY IT WORKED: Orland Park Crossing, 30 miles southwest of Chicago, has lots of what its target market—young professionals and downsizers—wanted, including good commuting options, top-notch interior features, and proximity to a new redevelopment area in the Village of Orland Park.

The 85-unit townhome complex is one of Lennar's “Everything's Included” projects, which means that the features seen in one of two model homes come standard with each plan. Those include stainless GE appliances, granite countertops, and master suites with walk-in closets.

A pedestrian bridge leading directly to a new Metra (commuter rail) station is slated to open in early 2008.

Orland Park, No. 45 on Money magazine's 2006 list of top places to live among small cities, is steps away from an established single-family neighborhood and a new upscale shopping district.

The best-selling Montrose plan has two master suites, which appeals to roommates purchasing a home together as well as downsizers with visiting family.

PROJECT CREDITS Project: Orland Park Crossing, Orland Park, Ill.; Sales started: May 2006; Sales through mid-January 2007: 42; Units planned: 85; Price: $324,990 to $341,490; Unit size: 1,771 to 1,984 square feet; Builder/Developer: Lennar Corp., Miami; Architect: Bloodgood Sharp Buster, Palatine, Ill.; Land planner: JEN Land Design, Chicago; Landscape architect: Pugsley & LaHaie, Lake Zurich, Ill.; Interior designer: Kathy Andrews Interiors, Houston