Under Contract in Multiple Offers: 12844 Scoter Ct, Plainfield, IL 60185

How Strategic Positioning Won in a Competitive Market

We just secured a home for our buyers in a multiple-offer situation at 12844 Scoter Ct in Plainfield, IL, and this one was competitive from the start.

This property in the desirable Farmstone Ridge subdivision was listed at $749,000 and received over five strong offers within the first weekend on the market. Showings were limited to two days, and sellers reviewed offers immediately after. In markets like this, preparation and strategy make all the difference.

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Property Snapshot: Why This Home Drew Attention

According to MLS data , this home offered:

• Over 4,700 finished square feet of living space

• 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms

• Main floor primary suite

• Full finished basement with recreation room, bar, and game room

• 3-car attached garage

• Large corner lot just under half an acre

• Major updates including new primary bath, HVAC, windows, flooring, and paint

• Located in Plainfield East High School District 202

Homes with this level of space, condition, and updates consistently attract serious buyers.

The Reality of Today’s Market in Plainfield and Will County

This home had:

• Only two days of showings

• An open house the first weekend

• Offer review deadline

• Multiple competitive offers

In competitive price ranges between $650,000 and $800,000, buyers are still willing to move quickly for homes that are:

• Move-in ready

• Updated

• Located in desirable subdivisions

• Properly priced

Timing alone does not win in this market. Strategy does.

How We Won the Multiple Offer Situation

With over five offers on the table, the difference was not just price. It was positioning.

We focused on:

• Strong and clean contract terms

• Clear communication with the listing agent

• Strategic structure of earnest money

• Smart contingency planning

• Proper timing and presentation

Winning in multiple offers is rarely about being reckless. It is about being prepared and understanding what sellers value most.

I regularly coach buyers on how to structure strong offers, and I break down that process step by step in my blog:
👉 Buyer Education and Offer Strategy Blog

Why Preparation Matters More Than Timing

Many buyers try to “wait for the market to cool.” The reality is that homes in strong condition and strong neighborhoods still create competition.

Buyers who succeed typically:

• Get fully pre-approved

• Understand their comfort zone financially

• Use tools to run numbers ahead of time

• Move decisively when the right home appears

To help buyers stay prepared, I provide:

• Payment planning with my
  👉 Mortgage Calculator

• Equity planning for move-up buyers using my
  👉 Net Sheet Calculator

• Early listing access through
  👉 Zenlist Private Search

Zenlist allows buyers to see private and coming-soon listings before they hit public sites.

Local Advantage Matters

This home was located in Farmstone Ridge in Plainfield, part of Will County but closely tied to Naperville and DuPage relocation patterns. Buyers relocating from DuPage often target subdivisions like this because they offer more space for the price.

Understanding those buyer migration trends is part of what helps us anticipate competition and structure offers correctly.

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Backed by the #1 Team in Wheaton

I am proud to work alongside the
👉 Lance Kammes Team

As one of the top producing teams in the western suburbs, we study local data daily so our buyers and sellers are positioned correctly from day one.

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Final Takeaway

12844 Scoter Ct is proof that the market is still competitive for the right homes. Over five offers. Limited showing window. Strong terms required.

With preparation, clarity, and smart structure, our buyers secured the home.

If you are thinking about buying in Plainfield, DuPage County, or surrounding suburbs, preparation is everything.

If you want to talk strategy before your next move, I am always happy to walk through it.