Sales Spur Growth at Silverleaf

Over 40 new single family homesites including a lovely water feature and some tucked away cul-de-sacs are now available in St. John's Silverleaf by Olthof Homes.

"This year has been absolutely phenomenal for Silverleaf," new home consultant Chris Gruhlke said. "We've had quite a few sales, and a good portion of those are due to the Parker being introduced. Affordability in this area is really at a premium, and when you cross the border into Illiniois, taxes are an issue."

A 3-bedroom, 2 ½-bath 2-story with partial basement and 2-car garage, the Parker features triple windows across the back of the home that flood the main floor open living areas with beautiful natural light. The great room provides ample space for entertaining and relaxing, while the kitchen features a spacious dining area so the whole family can enjoy meals together. There's a flexible bonus room upstairs (including an option for second floor laundry), along with the master bedroom suite which includes a generous walk-in closet through a private bath (you can choose from several deluxe bath options) plus 2 more bedrooms and a full bath.

All total, the Parker offers 1,776 square feet of living space starting at $199,100 in Silver Leaf. Other available options include a sunroom, full basement, 3-car garage or extended garage.

"The new phase in Silverleaf offers a great selection of homesites, some very spacious with nobody behind them while others are on the smaller side so there's something for everyone," Gruhlke said. "Along with the new Parker, Olthof Homes is also introducing the Riverton which is a new 4-bedroom plan. I think these new very affordable 2-story homes are going to be extremely popular here."

Like the Parker, the Riverton features a bright and sunny open living area, including a convenient kitchen island, on the main floor, plus a den/office off the front foyer which can be an optional 5th bedroom. The laundry is located on the second floor near all 4 bedrooms, and there's an option to move it to the main floor inside the garage entrance if you prefer. Total living space is 1,967 square feet and pricing starts at $209,100.

All together, there are now 8 single family home plans to choose from, as well as Olthof's esteemed collection of maintenance-free paired villa home plans starting at $158,100, in Silverleaf.

"It's cliché to say there's something for everybody, but Silverleaf really does appeal to so many different situations," Gruhlke said. "There's something here that's going to fit your needs and price point for sure."

In keeping with the Olthof Homes tradition of community planning that emphasizes active lifestyle amenities, unique views and professionally-planned open spaces; Silverleaf is an inviting, pedestrian community with sidewalks and landscaped parkways running parallel to winding roads that help slow the pace of passing cars. It features beautiful decorative street lamps to light your way at night, a well-equipped playground for children of all ages, a lovely green space ideal for informal gatherings and picnics plus a raised gazebo overlooking a nearly 5-acre nature preserve.

"This community has really come into its own this year," Gruhlke said. "People are starting to take notice of just how quaint it is out here."

Conveniently located on 109th, midway between US 41 and Calumet Avenue, Silverleaf is adjacent to Olthof's Saddle Creek, which offers homebuyers more choices including traditional and maintenance-free single family villas.

Children attend nearby Hanover Schools, which are rated among the very best in the state, with the St. John Little League baseball complex and Midwest Training Center offering ice sports and world class gymnastics training year round right next door. Along with all the wonderful opportunities available for dining, shopping and recreation in and around St. John, Chicago is just 30 minutes away and easy to reach via IL-394 which is just down the road.

As northwest Indiana's largest new home builder, Olthof Homes, which was established 50 years ago in 1961, offers many options in Silverleaf, Saddle Creek and several other communities throughout Lake and Porter counties so you can find the new construction home that works best for you. They also always strive to have a number of Ready to Move In options in case you need something a little sooner.

For example, in Silverleaf you'll find a few paired villas that are ready to move in now, including both the Presidential and Chesapeake plans complete with kitchen appliances starting at $157,165, as well as 2 Parkers and a Riverton slated for completion in October, November and December - there's still time to make some of your own personal selections on these!

To learn more about all the great opportunities available in Silverleaf call Chris Gruhlke at (219) 365-0606 or visit the Information Center Tuesday through Thursday 11am-6pm, Friday 11am-5pm and Saturday 10am-5pm. You can also start your search right now with virtual tours at olthofhomes.com.