With M/I Homes quickly approaching the 50-percent-sold milestone at Bergman Pointe, a community of 81 single-family homes in Hoffman Estates, Ill., the builder has just released a new offering of premium home sites. Buyers can now choose from several oversized lots as well as select sites overlooking open space at the center of the community.

“We’ve had strong sales at Bergman Pointe from day one thanks to the community’s ideal location in the school district for Fremd High School and near major transportation arteries as well as business centers and entertainment options in neighboring areas such as Schaumburg,” said Curt VanHyfte, area president of M/I Homes. “With the spring housing market heating up, this new selection of home sites in the community offers a great opportunity for buyers looking for new-construction options in an established and convenient northwest suburb.”

Located off Algonquin Road/Route 62, just west of Ela Road and across from the Paul Douglas Forest Preserve, Bergman Pointe features a landscaped wetland area at the heart of the community, with a circular layout that gives many home sites a cul-de-sac location. The community also has a neighborhood park and scenic bike path. Buyers can choose from six available floor plans, including two-story and ranch designs. Homes measure 2,197 to 4,315 square feet and have three to six bedrooms, two to 4 ½ baths, two- to three-car garages and full basements. Homes are base-priced from $596,990.

According to Cheryl Bonk, vice president of sales and marketing for M/I Homes, Bergman Pointe stands out from other housing options in the area thanks to the size and flexibility of its floor plans, which especially appeal to move-up buyers looking for a new-construction option they can tailor to their specific household needs.

“Not only are these buyers looking for more space overall, but many also want the ability to accommodate different scenarios either now or in the future, such as a college-age child deciding to live at home while attending school, or an aging parent or relative coming to live with them,” said Bonk. “They love that many of our plans at Bergman Pointe offer options for first-floor bedrooms, en suite bedrooms, and bonus spaces that can be tailored to any number of lifestyle needs. In fact, three of the six plans available in the community have options for creating an in-law suite.”

Among the floor plans at Bergman Pointe offering a high level of flexibility is the 3,097-square-foot Hudson, one of the top-selling designs in M/I Homes’ entire portfolio. The Hudson, which is showcased as a decorated model at Bergman Pointe, is a two-story home with four bedrooms, 2½ baths, a full basement and an attached three-car garage. It is base-priced from $627,990.

“This plan checks all the boxes for buyers thanks to the open flow of the kitchen opening up to a beautiful two-story family room, as well as many of those extra touches that add to a home’s functionality such as a large mudroom entry from the garage and a full butler’s pantry between the kitchen and formal dining room,” said Bonk. “Plus, the Hudson has a first-floor den that can easily be converted to a bedroom or guest suite. Buyers can also opt to add a bonus room or in-law suite over the family room.”

The Hudson model at Bergman Pointe showcases many of the optional features and finishes buyers can choose, including a bay window in the breakfast room, a fireplace, hardwood flooring, upgraded kitchen and luxury master bath. A second model home in the community features the 2,764-square-foot Everette plan, a four-bedroom, two-bath design priced from $598,990.

Bergman Pointe is within Community Consolidated School District 15 and Township High School District 211, with the community served by William Fremd High School. The community is also convenient to nearby Harper College.

Recreational and entertainment opportunities in the surrounding area include Woodfield Mall and The Streets of Woodfield; Arlington Heights International Racecourse; and Poplar Creek at 59/90, an emerging shopping, dining and entertainment district near the intersection of Route 59 and Interstate 90 that includes the Sears Centre Arena, Cabela’s, Main Event, and the Poplar Creek Crossing and Prairie Stone Crossing shopping centers.

For more information on Bergman Pointe, visit www.mihomes.com/bergmanpointe or call Nicole Skrocki at 630-605-8271. The Bergman Pointe sales center is located at 3434 Elsie Lane in Hoffman Estates (for GPS, please use 1760 W. Algonquin Road. Bergman Pointe will be 1/2 mile west). It is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Homes at all M/I Homes communities come standard with the builder’s industry-leading 15-Year Transferable Structural Warranty, which not only allows buyers to purchase with confidence, but also adds value if the home is sold in the future. All homes are also WHOLE HOME Certified, an M/I Homes designation indicating the builder’s superior approach when constructing homes. Upon testing, an M/I home will receive a more favorable HERS (Home Energy Rating System) score than an Energy Star-certified home, which can save buyers upwards of 30 percent on their energy bills. A lower HERS Index means lower energy costs, and on average an M/I home achieves a HERS rating of 57, considerably lower than other resale homes and other builders in the market.

About M/I Homes

M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for over 40 years. Founded in 1976 by Irving and Melvin Schottenstein, M/I Homes has fulfilled the dreams of nearly 100,000 homeowners. From its start as a family business, M/I has grown into a national leader. M/I Homes of Chicago is one of the top four builders in the market, with 22 active communities across the region. All M/I Homes are 100% WHOLE HOME certified and are backed by the company’s landmark 15-Year Transferable Structural Warranty.

M/I Homes has released a new offering of premium home sites at Bergman Pointe in Hoffman Estates.