Sunday, June 7, 2015
FEATURED HOME
2534 W Doublegate Dr, Albany
$499,000
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Article by JENNIFER KING jennifer.king@albanyherald.com
ocated in the lovely Doublegate subdivision, this week’s featured home is beyond impressive! Situated on a .75-acre lot, this property backs up to the Coolawahee Creek, which is a premium golf course location on the Blue Hole. An additional lot adjacent to this home is also available for purchase separately! This abode boasts nearly 6,000 square feet of living space, which includes six bedrooms, four full baths, and three half baths. The front door opens to reveal a large foyer with a slate tile floor. The staircase to the home’s second level is to the left and is made of heart pine.
To the right of the foyer is the library, which features a cozy fireplace, builtin bookcases, and a gun cabinet. To the left of the foyer is an elegant formal dining room with wide crown molding and chair rail. Straight ahead of the foyer is a formal sitting area with a fireplace and a family room with a bank of four floor-to-ceiling windows, which provide a panoramic view of the wooded lot. Located just off the family room is the kitchen with tons of custom cabinets in white and stainless steel appliances. At the heart of the space is a blue pearl granite-topped island,
176 Winnstead Drive, Leesburg, GA 31763 - MLS 133558 Directions - Hwy 82 W to left on Hickory Grove Road, left on Winnstead, Home on Right Jump Right into your sparkling pool Lee County Beauty - Brick with 2531 sq. ft., 4 BR, 2.5 BA, office, GR with FP, screened porch, patio, dbl garage, wired workshop and so much more. $239,900
which serves as additional workspace and a breakfast bar. The subzero refrigerator doors mirror the same look as the cabinets. A four-burner gas stove is an aspiring chef’s dream! The flooring in this space and throughout many of the home’s rooms is heart pine. On the lower level of the home, you will find a second family room with an attached gameroom and wet bar. Also on this level is a guest suite with a private bathroom and a workshop. Upstairs are four spacious bedrooms and the master suite. Some of the bedrooms feature beautiful window seats and built-in bookcases.
The master has a sunny skylight, space for seating, and a private bathroom with a double vanity. There are multiple outdoor terraces, which provide relaxing settings overlooking the golf course and water. The screened porch can be accessed from multiple French doors throughout the home. A triple garage provides plenty of covered parking. If you would like more information about this home or to schedule a private tour, please contact Debbie Fulford of ReMax of Albany, Inc. at her office (229) 434-1600 or on her cell (229) 343-4200.
Summer Lane Apartments 32724 Ledo Road Albany, GA
1077 Graves Spring Road Directions: From Philema Rd turn left on Graves Spring Rd 3BR, 2BA, 2,465 sqft Fantastic brick home on approx. 2 acres! A must see! $164,900, MLS# 132820 www.waldenandkirkland.com
436-8811
www.needmoreproperties.com
8455 Graves Hwy PRICE REDUCED $159,000 MLS#127160 3BR/2BA, 1705SF Pretty Country Home Immaculate/ move in ready Debbie Satterfield 343-6307 Needmore Properties 439-1837
2529 Bascom $120,000 MLS#133400 3 BD, 2 BA, Immaculate, move-in ready! Closets have custom shelving. Very pretty landscaping. Lots of tile. Debbie Satterfield 343-6307 Needmore Properties 439-1837
Available Apartment Sizes (square footage): 702, 896, 1055, 1096, 1215, 1300, 1490 Apartment Floor Plans: 1br/1bath, 2br/2bath, 2br/2 1/2 bath with bonus room.
courtyards; walking/jogging paths; pet friendly (with breed restrictions); close to all shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Also offer villa style living with a carport or garage. Move-in Specials:
Amenities: All appliances included (including washer & dryer); gated; lighted 1548 State Hwy 32 West $275,000 MLS#133450 3 BD, 2 BA Beautiful home in the country! Top -of -the -line kitchen! Wooded lot w/ barn and 3 storage buildings, Small tractor & zero-turn mower also included Debbie Satterfield 343-6307 Needmore Properties 439-1837
House on 20+/- acres, near Sasser $292,000 MLS#133176 3 bd, 2.5 bath Beautiful Home in the Country! 2066 sq. ft. Two Ponds on Property Plus 1500 sq. ft. Wired Workshop! Needmore Properties 439-1837 Office Debbie Satterfield 343-6307
$200 off 1st month rent on apartment style ½ off 1st month rent on Villa’s
www.summerlaneapartments.com
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MORTGAGE RATES
HOW MUCH HOUSE CAN YOU AFFORD? Determining how much “home you can afford” depends on several important factors including: •
You can get a very rough estimate of your affordable home price range by multiplying your annual gross income by 2.5. For example, if your annual gross income is $50,000, you may be able to afford a home worth $125,000 (this varies depending on current interest rates, your debt and credit history.)
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Your credit can affect your ability to qualify for a mortgage and your mortgage rate. Before you shop for a house or a mortgage, find out what your credit score is by visiting www.annualcreditreport.com or calling (877) 322-8228. Be sure to do this once a year because your score can be negatively affected if pulled too often.
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Mortgage rates change constantly based on the economic factors that affect the demand for mortgages among investors like Freddie Mac. You can track mortgage rate trends by following Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
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You will have to make a downpayment of at least 5 percent of the home purchase price to qualify for a mortgage that meets Freddie Mac’s requirements. If you are able to put down 20 percent or more, you can avoid having to pay private mortgage insurance (PMI), reducing your monthly mortgage payment.
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If you are looking to buy a condominium, keep in mind that rates are typically higher for these loans and you’ll have to budget for the cost of your monthly condominium fee. You should consider your current living standards, as well as any future major expenses such as a wedding or college tuition. And, remember - buy what you can comfortably afford today, not five years from now. Remember to factor in the expenses and fees you will incur for a home appraisal, a home inspection and other professional services required to buy a home.
To determine how much you can afford, it is helpful to follow the guidance and key ratios lenders use : Lenders recommend that your mortgage payment (principal, interest, taxes and mortgage insurance) be less than 28 percent of your monthly gross income.
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Lenders look to see that all your other debts (credit cards, student loans, alimony, child support, car loans and housing expenses) are less than 30-40 percent of your monthly gross income.
LENDER
(No Points) (No Points)
Cap
Rate
Cap
Rate
30 yr.
AB&T National Bank 229-446-2265
3.875 3.125
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3.75
0
3.25
0
Ameris 229-434-4555
3.625 2.875
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3.25
0
2.75
0
Colony Bank 229-436-9000
3.625 2.875
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3.25
0
3.00
0
Flint Community Bank 229-903-1400
3.625 2.875
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3.50
0
2.875
0
Heritage Bank 229-878-2021 Northside Mortgage 229-878-1499
3.875 2.99
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3.50
0
3.25
0
3.50
3.50 2.625
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3.50
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2.625
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3.375
Regions Mortgage Inc. 229-434-6817
3.625 2.875
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3.375
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3.375
3.50
2.75
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3.25
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3.875 3.125
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3.5
0
3.125
0
3.625
12844 NML 166305 166418 28262
Suntrust Mortgage Inc. 229-430-5494 Synovus Mortgage 229-430-7037
3.875
MORTGAGE PAYMENTS CALCULATOR
Monthly interest, interest payments for 30-year, fixed rate mortgage. Escrow payments for taxes, insurance not included. Payments are rounded to the nearest dollar.
For More Information •
City of Albany Georgia Power Mitchell EMC Sumter EMC 883-8330 436-3304 436-0070 759-2291 TELEPHONE AT&T Residential 888-757-6500 www.att.com Business 866-620-6000 INTERNET PROVIDERS AT&T (Dial-up 800-436-8638) (DSL 800-263-0241) www.att.com Plantel 1-800-342-7564 SurfSouth 878-6008 RECYCLING Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful 430-5257 Dougherty County Public School System Lee County School System 431-1264 229-903-2100 (circulation dept.) 888-9322 Driver’s License Bureau 430-4251 Automotive Tag Office 431-3255 Voter Registration 431-3247 Correct Time 436-6121 Albany-Dougherty Chamber of Commerce 434-8700
30-YEAR 15-YEAR 1-YEAR ADJUSTABLE RATE (No Points) FHA and/or VA (30-Year) FHA and/or VA (15-Year) FIXED FIXED Life of USDA RATE Rate Annual Loan Margin 30 yr. Points 15 yr. Points 100% RATE
Rates can be reduced with discount points. Rates are subject to change upon short notice, and discount points could change frequently. One discount point is equal to one percentage point of the loan amount and is paid when the loan is closed. Most lenders have a variety of programs. ORIGINATION FEE IS NORMALLY ONE ADDITIONAL POINT, BUT CAN VARY. Maximum amount for conventional loan is $417,000. To Participate in the column, call 888-9333. For information on specific mortgage programs call The Lender.
KEY RATIOS LENDERS USE •
Subject To Change Upon Short Notice
3.75%
4.00%
4.25%
4.50%
4.75%
5.00%
5.25%
5.50%
$50,000
232
239
247
255
263
271
277
284
60,000
278
287
295
303
311
319
327
332
70,000
325
335
345
355
365
375
387
398
80,000
371
382
393
403
413
423
442
455
90,000
417
430
444
458
472
486
497
512
100,000
464
478
492
506
520
534
497
512
110,000
510
526
542
558
574
590
553
568
120,000
556
573
591
609
627
645
608
625
130,000
603
621
641
661
681
700
663
682
140,000
649
669
689
709
729
749
718
739
150,000
695
717
738
760
782
804
774
795
160,000
741
764
788
812
836
860
829
852
170,000
788
812
836
860
884
908
884
909
180,000
834
860
886
912
938
964
939
966
190,000
880
908
936
964
992
1020
1050
1079
200,000
927
955
984
1011
1044
1067
1105
1136
WHO’S WHO IN MORTGAGE LENDING
NATIONAL BANK Mortgage Loan Originator
Member FDIC
Jamie Parker 364-4121
Jamie.Parker @abtgold.com NMLS: 215724
www.abtgold.com
(229) 446-2265
Patrick Williams Loan Officer
2910 MEREDYTH DRIVE ALBANY, GA - (229) 903-1400
ADVICE YOU CAN TRUST. PEOPLE YOU CAN COUNT ON. 721 N. Westover Blvd. Albany, Georgia Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender
Marilyn.Odum@abtgold.com NMLS: 510529
2815 Meredyth Avenue, Albany, GA
©Regions Bank, Member FDIC. Regions is a registered service mark of Regions Asset Company and is used under license. Subject to qualification, required documentation and credit approval. Certain exclusion may apply. Loan terms and availability subject to change. The Annual Percentage Rate on all adjustable rate mortgages is subject to change after consummation period. 3/29/11
Mortgage Specialist
Marilyn Odum 886-0137
2609 Ledo Road ~ Albany, GA 31707 T: (229)436-9000 F: (229)483-9003 Cell: (229)395-3051 pwilliams@colonybank.com NMLS #740704 www.colonybank.com
Lisa Cannon
Loan Officer ~ Office Manager 137 Robert B Lee ~ Leesburg, GA 31763 T: (229)759-2800 F: (229)759-2808 lcannon@colonybank.com NMLS #740761 www.colonybank.com
Call Debi Griffin @ 888-7653 to place your Mortgage Company Ad Here
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Improve your home's air quality with your spring-cleaning process (BPT) - Spring is cleaning season. You've opened the curtains to let in the sunshine, and every cleaning product you have in the house is primed and ready for action. The whole family has been enlisted to help. The youngest is in charge of wiping all the cobwebs off the floorboards. You have the older children giving the windows a good scrubbing, and your partner is assigned to hit all the hard-to-reach spots with a duster and vacuum hose. No room, piece of furniture or square inch of the house will be spared! The idea behind spring cleaning is to make your home healthier. You're removing the dirt, dander and dust particles that have accumulated over the winter months, as well as organizing everything for a more efficient lifestyle. But it can be easy to forget that cleaning the air is just as important as the rest of the house. Indoor air is two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports. And did you know that many of the cleaning supplies that will make your floors, windows and furniture sparkle in the spring sunlight can actually pollute your indoor air? Air quality is very important for homeowners. In fact, 34 percent of Americans are concerned about the air quality in their homes, according to a 2014 study by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). Additionally, some moms have to worry about health issues like asthma and allergies within the family. Clean indoor air is very important for
helping to prevent exposure to triggers like irritants and allergens for children and adults who suffer from these conditions. For those families without these health concerns, clean indoor air should still be a part of the campaign to help your family live as healthily as possible. The study found that more than half of Americans put a least a moderate effort into improving the quality of their indoor air. Yet many cleaning products are loaded with chemicals to help them sanitize or disinfect. These chemicals might be good for industrial cleaning, but unfortunately, they often aren't so great for indoor air quality at home. AAFA reviews and certifies household cleaning products like vacuums and cleaning solutions that are more suitable for people with asthma and allergies, as well as anyone wanting to promote healthy and clean indoor air in their home. For families with a loved one suffering from asthma or allergies, this is very important because poor indoor air can trigger asthma attacks or allergy flairups. The asthma & allergy friendly(TM) Certification Mark is only awarded to cleaning products that meet AAFA's tough Certification Standards. New products are consistently certified and added to www.aafa.org/certified. So as you plan your household spring-cleaning campaign, be sure to consider Certified asthma & allergy friendly products that will clean your house, and help keep your indoor air clean as well.
Denise Ballard 364-0450
883-6100
Susie Hardin 291-3977
Lisa Bartlett 214-0005
William Jackson 344-3029
$119,900 3BR / 2BA 1612 SF Updated Kitchen, Large Den Pretty Patio w/grill, fenced backyard
& A S S O C I A T E S R E A L T Y , L L C
1140 DAWSON ROAD ALBANY, GEORGIA 31707
Judy Bowles 449-8710
Terri Kerrey 894-3050
New Listing!
REDUCED
REDUCED
Mike Flynn 376-2361
Dianne Barlow 886-4777
$249,900 3BR / 2.5BA 2553 SF Upstairs Bonus or 4th Bedroom Kitchen Island, Hardwood Floors
Mark Daniels 347-3454
Erica Nepote Kristy Wingate 343-4663 395-6861 New Listing!
$90,000 3BR / 2BA 1375 SF Built in 2007 Family Oriented Laundry Room, Bring All Offers
www.ugottamove.com
MLS # 133942
MLS # 131835
MLS # 133956
229-883-3000
New Listing!
New Listing!
New Listing!
$63,000 3BR / 1.5BA 1329 SF Affordable and Convenient location Hardwood Floors, Carport
$64,900 3BR / 2BA 1456 SF Paneled LR, Spacious Kitchen Open Patio, Fenced Backyard
$47,000 3BR / 1BA 1660 SF Living Room w/ Fireplace Investors Take Note, Bring Offers
MLS # 133916
MLS # 133979
MLS # 133929
JOHN ANDERSON BROKER/OWNER APPRAISER
881-3331
TOMMY YORK MOBILE
347-3381
, GA Motivated Seller, 3BR, 1.5 BA, screened porch. $64,900
612 Sandalwood Circle Albany, GA Neat and move-in ready. 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA, brick and masonite. Freshly painted. Screened rear porch. Fenced rear yard. Wired workshop. Single carport. 1200 sq. ft. $59,900
www.lakeblackshear.com 2031 N. Slappey Blvd Albany, GA Allan Willcox 435-1717
Chuck Willcox 435-1717
Vonnice Brown 344-4700
Custom Built Home With 218 Main Lake Views! Feet On Main Lake! 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Over 5000 Square Ft, Hardwood On An Acres Lot, Floors, Bonus / Rec Room, Mother In Law Suite, Double Boathouse, Master Sunroom, Seawall $497,500 Bedroom Donstairs $595,000
Cedar Grove S/d, 3 Br 2 Ba, 1797 Sq Ft, Garage, Large Living Room, Den $162,000
Lake Park School District, Very Well Maintained Home, 3 Br, 2 Ba, 1787 Square Ft, Hardwood Floors And Tile, Dining Area, Office And Eat In Kitchen $136,900
Kathy Slaughter 347-8650
Paul Powell 347-9829
Near Booger Bottom! 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath In Excellent Condition, Dock And Boat Ramp, Lots Of Water Front $237,500
435-1717
Located Near Smoke Bridge, 80 Feet On Water, Dock with Boathouse, Sunroom, 2 Bedroom, 1400 Square Ft $237,000
3BR 2BA,1550 Sqft, Great Location Near Publix, Brick Home, Living Room, 3 Bedroom, 2 Ba, 1500 SF, Hardwood Floors Recently Updated, Den, Eat In Kitchen, $67,000 MLS# 132201 Fenced Yard, $94,900 Fenced Yard $99,900 On 1 Acre, 3 BR, 2 BA,
Merry Acres West S/D, 4BR, 3.5BA, 3114 Sf, Granite Countertops, Split Bedroom Design, Covered Porch $309,000
2400 Square Feet, New Carpet And New Paint, Bonus Room, 3/4 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Eat In Kitchen, Hardwood Floors, Fenced Yard $149,500
694 SCENIC RT
Updated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath , Eat In Kitchen, Large Living RM, $74,000
Excellent Location With 89 Feet On Water, 3 Bedroom 2 Ba Metal Roof, Dock, Screened Porch, $299,000
New Construction On The Water, 1600 Square Ft, Sunroom, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath $229,900
4 Bedroom, 2 Ba, Acre Lot, 2300 Sqft, Living Room, Den $125,000
GREAT INVESTMENT!!! 3 Bedroom , Fixer Upper $14,000
Hardwood Floors, 3 Bedroom, Open Floor Plan, $75,000
Pine Glen S/D, 4 Br, 3 Ba, 2100 Sqaure Ft, Large Fenced Yard, Garage, Family Room, Den $135,000
LOTS FOR SALE LAKE BLACKSHEAR
108 Feet On The Water, Boatslip. $85,000 ...................................................................................................................CALL ALLAN 886-2828
SWIFT CREEK
150 Ft. Of Water Front Property, Well Or City Water, Sep. Tank $53,750
1.6 ACRE LOT NORTH VALHALLA
150 Ft. Right On The Water. $89,500 .............................................................................................................................CALL ALLAN 886-2828
NORTH CEDAR CREEK
Very Good Water Location. 196 Ft. Water Front. 1.16 Acre. $96,000
375 FLINTSIDE Custom Built Home on Pataula Creek, Great Views with 72 feet on water, 3 BR 2.5 BA, no corp line, 2356 SQ FT, Workshop and Entertaining Area, $325,000
Main Lake Lot, 80 Feet On Water, Dock. $159,500 .................................................................................................CALL CHUCK 886-2521
LOT 8 CANNON BRANCH
1.11 Acres With More Than 280 Ft. Overlooking Water. $145,000 ...................................................................CALL ALLAN 886-2828
490 LAKESHORE WAY
Main Lake Lot, Crisp County, 75 Feet On Water, Seawall. $139,900 ...............................................................CALL CHUCK 886-2521
475 NORTH CEDAR CREEK
Open Lot With More Than 120 Ft. Of Waterfront Property. Includes Dock. $159,000 ..................................CALL ALLAN 886-2828
CANNON BRANCH SUBDIVISION
Several Lots In New Subdivision. Restrictive Covenants, Excellent Neighborhood. Water Front Lots Start At $80,000
51 Acres With Pond, Income Producing Pecan Trees, Farm Equipment, Home With 2BR/2BA, 1500 Sq Ft $385,000
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Find space with grace, the best positioning for items around your house (BPT) - Equations are for more than just math class; did you know there's a proper order of operations for your home, too? Whether it's arranging your couch and television for optimal viewing or making sure towel bars are right within reach, knowing a few key numbers can help you determine the ideal place for each item in your home creating spaces that look great and are easy-to-use. Kitchen calculations Feel like you've got too many cooks in the kitchen? Create an effective layout following the principles of the kitchen work triangle and you'll never feel cramped again. Comprised of your three main work areas - the stovetop, refrigerator and sink - the triangle should provide enough space to move around but not be so large that cooking is difficult. Keep these areas between four and nine feet apart for the most efficient use of space. To keep the kitchen flow going, ensure all other appliances are in proportion to one another, with complementary ones grouped together. For example, minimize the mess from wet dishes by placing the sink and dishwasher a maximum of 36 inches apart. When you're whipping up a family favorite, easy access to kitchen areas is key. Finding the right height for important elements will make your kitchen even more accessible - most countertops are 36 inches high, while microwaves are typically no higher than 54 inches for easy reach. Be sure to choose the correct faucet height so it's in proportion with other fixtures and works with your layout. You don't want a too-tall faucet that blocks your window or one so low it's difficult to fill sizable containers or pitchers. The Voss pullout kitchen faucet from Moen offers just the right height. Its lowerprofile spout is ideal for installations near a window or on an island, while still providing ample room to fill large pots, reduce splashing and improve rinsing in and around the sink. Living room logarithm Create a lounge space to love by ensuring your living room furnishings are in the ideal locations for maximum relaxation. Here are a few tips to
ensure your living room is comfy and functional: * Position the couch and coffee table 18 inches apart to provide plenty of leg room * Keep the table and sofa heights within a few inches of each other to make it easy to grab the remote or a tasty beverage * Arrange seating a maximum of 10 feet apart to inspire conversation (but only during commercials!) Make binge watching your favorite shows more fun - and avoid eye strain by positioning your television carefully. The larger your television is, the more distance you should place between the screen and your couch. A good rule of
thumb is 2 3/4 inches of space for every inch of diagonal screen size for an HD plasma, LED or LCD television. However, the critical factor is your comfort - if you feel claustrophobic or have to twist your head to see your favorite movie moments, don't be afraid to rearrange. Perfectly proportioned bathroom Functionality is key when you're getting your grooming going. Ensure your bathroom has plenty of room for personal care by keeping a few essential measurements in mind. Start by making certain the layout provides proper clearance for any doors, including cabinetry and shower stalls and aim for at least 30 inches of space between the three major areas - tub or shower stall, sink and toilet. Toilets
should range between 17 and 19 inches in height from floor to seat, with at least 18 inches of elbow room on the sides. And make sure the shower is roomy, too - shower stalls should be at least 36 inches by 36 inches, with showerheads placed at a comfortable level for the individuals in your home. Similar to kitchen countertops, vanities with sinks should be about 36 inches high, with accompanying lighting at eye level to provide proper light for shaving or makeup application. Avoid dripping hands by hanging towel bars in a spot that's easy to reach, ideally right near the sink. Moen offers a range of towel bars, robe hooks and other accessories that are simple-to-install. Now that you know the numbers, you'll find it's simple to create spaces that improve how your home and life functions - no arithmetic required.
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673
UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS
Village the
3BR 2.5BA 2BR 1.5BA
2507 Nottingham Way Northwest Albany “Call For More Info”
439-8109
679
UNFURNISHED HOMES
1114 Baker, 3BR, CH&A, remodeled, fenced, $795/mo 869-2546 or 436-0736
679
679
UNFURNISHED HOMES
2304 Dominion Ct. 4BR/3BA, $895/mo 888-5843 APM 2BR/1BA, 1302 9th $395/mo $395 dep. Move In Special, 1st Months Rent $99. 3BR/11⁄2BA, 1914 W. Oglethorpe, $525/mo $525 dep. Move In Special 1st Months Rent $99. Call Pat at Century 21 229-435-6204 3BR/1BA Lg. Lot, CHA, Quiet Area Near new Wal-Mart $525/MO + Dep. 324 Independence Dr. 229-432-6198 3BR/2BA, Lee Co. Nice Sudv. $995/Mo. 886-8697 EXECUTIVE HOME FOR RENT IN LEE CO. 4BR/2BA, 125 Stag‘s Leap Dr. off Old Leesburg Rd,. 2220 sqft heated area, $1450 dep. $1450/mo, Available after June 15th. Call 229-344-7420 LEE CO. 3/2, Fenced, $925; 4/2, fenced, $990; 4/2, garage, fenced, $1175. The Wright Co. 435-0654
1203 Whispering Pines Albany, GA 31707 More Available @ www.rentalbanyga.com Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
UNFURNISHED HOMES
709 Drexel off Gordon, Lrg den, CH&A, 3BR/2BA, & shop. $850/mo 436-0736 or 869-2546 FOR RENT: 3BR/2BA, Putney, 4812 Folley Dr., $600/mo $600 Dep; 1313 Mobile, 3BR/1BA, $550/mo $550 dep. 806 Rood, 2BR/1BA, $425/mo $425 dep. Call 229-395-5802
2803 Stonewater Drive 3BR 2BA 1,176 sqft $950 per month
*DUPLEXES/TRIPLEXES /QUADS* 1201-B Radium Springs 2BR/1BA(Special) $390/$300
Hunters Mill Shopping Center 2610 Dawson Rd
169-A Pelham Dr. 2BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $500/mo $400 dep.
3000 sq.ft. commercial building renting for $700.00 per month
3941 Rodnor Forest 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $675/mo $400 dep
35’ x 25’ for $250.00 per month; 35’ x 75’ for $650.00 per month.
2602-B Pointe North 3BR/2BA (Special) $695/mo $600 dep.
www.waldenandkirklandrentals.com
Retail & Office Space starting at $800.00 per month
726 S. Westover Blvd Warehouse space at 817 Flint Ave, Albany
(229) 436-8811 (229) 446-9985
601 N. Slappey Blvd • Albany, Ga
For rent by owner. Sylvester, GA - 2400 sq ft home 3 BRm, 2 Bath, large Family, Kitchen, Dining, Laundry, Back Porch and Rock Pool, Fenced back yard. NO INDOOR PETS. 229-881-6312 New Home For Lease 3BR/2BA in the City of Leesburg. $1200/mo. Call 229-343-0900.
2110 Lennox #14, 12, 30 2BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $575/mo $500 dep
506 S Harding Ave 2 Bd/1 Ba $395 Dep/$395 Rent
801B Cordele Rd
2 Bd/1 Ba $400 Dep/$400 Rent
1606-A WHISPERWOOD 3 BR 2 BA RENT $650 DEP $550 3812 DOMINION CT 3 BR 2 BA RENT $765 DEP $665
1536 DOUGHERTY AVE, ALBANY, GA
229-420-8929 Ext. 2101
**HOUSES**
B&B Rental Agency
105 UNICOI LEE COUNTY 4 BR 2 BA RENT $925 DEP $825
1009 C 1 AVE 1BR $450mth /$400dep 1910 GILLESPIE 2BR $495mth / $450 dep 1403 6TH AVE 3BR $575mth / $500 dep 2418 SCHLEY 3BR $795mth /$700 dep 622 11TH AVE 2BR $495mth /$450 dep 317 A STATION CROSSING 2BR $450mth / $400 dep 139 A TWISTED PINES (LEE) 3BR $625mth / $500 dep
707-H Moultrie Rd. (SPECIAL) 2BR/1BA $335/mo $335 dep. 701 9th Ave. #11 1BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $275/mo $200 dep. *HOUSES* 2420 Habersham 3BR/1BA, (SPECIAL) $565/mo $400 dep. 1222 Maryland 3BR/1BA, (SPECIAL) $525/mo $400 dep.
1001 W. Oglethorpe
Dougherty County 4509 CHATEAU
1726 MARBURY 3 BR 2 BA RENT $975 DEP $875 904 MAPLE 2 BR 1 BA RENT $465 DEP $365 **COMING SOON**
205 VALENCIA
4BR-1 1/2BA $675/mo.
2533 HILLTOP DRIVE 2BR-2BA $600/mo.
511 BOBBITT AVE
3BR - 2BA $550/mo.
1212 EDGERLY
3BR - 1BA $550/mo.
208, 210, 216 Cloud Ln 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $885/mo $885 dep.
1311 10TH AVE
713 Shamrock Dr. 3BR/2BA (New Home) $925/mo $925 dep. 211 Edison 2BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $525/mo $400 dep. 2907 Harvest Ln. 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $950/mo $800 dep.
1, 2 & 3 BR APTS & HOMES Lee Co & Dougherty Co. Call REC 229-881-7092 1534 WEBB, 3BR/2BA, all appl, 2 car garage, $895/mo $895 dep. No Grafa, 343-2270 3BR/1.5BA, $650/mo, 638-2634
3BR - 1BA $525/mo.
1108 4TH AVE.
2109 DERVAN ST. APT A 2BR-1BA $300/mo.
(229) 883-6155 www.1key4me.com 1013 Pine Ave. Albany GA 31701
915 W. 3rd Ave 2BR/1BA $525 828 1st Ave. 1BR/1BA $225 Appliances 506 S Valencia 2BR/1BA $435 2304-A Dominion Ct 4BR/3BA $895/mo 1015-B Davidson 2BR/1BA $425/mo 1701-B W Oglethorpe 2BR/1.5BA $385/mo 1008-A N Davis 1BR/1BA $345/mo 1312-B Whitney 2BR/1BA, $295/mo
229-888-5843 Drawdy Properties for rent 1109-4th Ave & 2609 Costner Ct. $550-595/mo 2BR Townhouses. 432-0317
343-8197
229-435-6204
229.883.6100
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ACREAGE OVER 75
50 ACRES in New York Rd. Great for hunting or mini farm, $1650 per acre. Allied Land & Timber 750-1023
108 Manchester $365,900 5BR/4.5BA Hidden Lakes for under $75 per SF!!! Completely redone! 4885 SF, 1.3 acre lot with fabulous inground pool. INCREDIBLE $34,000.00 REDUCTION IN PRICE!!! Patsy Martin: 343-8197 Coldwell Banker Walden & Kirkland (229) 436-8811
FSBO- 513 Johnson Rd. 4BR/2BA 1623 sqft, .32AC, close to Marine Base & P&G. Asking $70,000 Call: 229-535-6414 LEE CO, New, 3 & 4 BR, w/garage, F/P & Appliances. 229-435-1327
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5604 RANDALL 2BR/1BA…$425RNT/$425DEP GARDNER, WHITING, & MALONE 2BR/1BA…$325RNT/$50DEP
323 INDEPENDENCE (GHFA) 3BR/1BA…$600RNT/$350DEP PARK LN & 1ST AVE 1BR/1BA…$275RNT/$200DEP 709-A & D W. 2ND AVE 2BR/1BA…$375RNT/$250DEP
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183 Wiregrass Pool $279,900 4BR, 3.5BA Christy Wright 229-347-2829 Coldwell Banker Walden & Kirkland 229-436-8811
317-4134 894-2424 of Albany
229-434-1600
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439-9116
914-B W. 1ST AVE (COTTAGE) 1BR/1BA…$345RNT/$200DEP
Lee Co. 119 Beowulf $183,900, Granite, Tile Christy Wright 229-347-2829 Coldwell Banker Walden & Kirkland 229-436-8811
1312-A W. 4TH AVE 2BR/1BA…$495RNT/$300DEP
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436-9620 344-5037
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711 East Town , 3BR, 1.5BA, $60,000 818 11th, 3BR, 1BA ,$24,900 217 Sunrise, 3Br, 1.5 Ba, $85,000 112 Honeysuckle, 3 BR, 2 BA, $51,620 111 Northampton, 4 BR, 2BA, Pool, $180,000 702 Cherry (vancant lot), $5,000 111 Danville (Leesburg) 4BR, 2BA $128,520 2704 Joshua, 2BR, 1BA, $14,000 304 Tremont, 3BR, 1 BA, $25,000 5601 Ironwood (vacant lot), 3.34 acres, $55,000 3102 Radium Springs , 3BR, 2BA, $36,000 1709 Nelms 3br 1ba $14,900 1216 Mulberry, 2BR, 1 BA, $10,000 203 Flowing Well, 3br, 3ba, on 17 acres, $144,900 514 Mercer (Commercial C3) 4,298 SF, $50,000 2005 S. County line (mobile home), 3BR, 2BA, $38,999 1119 Sweetwater (vacant lot) 1.3 ac, $7,000 208 S. Jefferson (commercial bldg), 3505 Sf, $45,000 5305 Fortune (mobile home), 3BR, 2 BA, $19,000 906 Holloway, 3BR ,1BA, $50,000 1312 E 2nd (daycare, possible owner financing), 2736SF, $62,000
FOR RENT
411-A Station Crossing 530 Ivey’s Scenic Drive Duplex 3 bed, 2 bath all appliances included DCA accepted $575 / month
House 3 bed, 2 1/2 bath double car garage immaculate completely updated $1,500/month
House 3 bed, 1 bath, large den updated bathroom, new carpet in den DCA accepted $700 / month
Townhouse 2 bed, 1.5 bath new flooring all appliances included $550/month
100 N Ingleside
Patsy Martin
808 N. JACKSON 3BR/1BA…$450RNT/$300DEP
FOR SALE
Deposit Is Same As Rent
George Rosso 364-8387
DAWSON, Kennedy Pond Rd, Brick 3BR/2BA Home, 1999 sqft, 1.08 Acre Lot, Lease Program. Call For Details 855-671-5652
Vickie
ANN THOMAS
436-6628
ALBANY
4 BR/2BA on 1.04 AC. Low down payments & easy financing. For qualified buyer Call: 855-847-6807
ALBANY
107-A EMBLETON (RENT SPECIAL) 3BR/2BA…$695RNT/$450DEP
2BR-1BA $495/mo. Includes Water & Sewage
383 Martindale Dr Albany, GA 31721 4BR,2.5BA, 2500 SQ FT, Large GR w/ FP, Kitchen w/ brkfst area, DR & Master suite. Lrg garage & storage building. $219,900 MLS:132714 Ann Brunson RE/MAX of Albany 229-881-5600
306 JOHNSON RD 3BR/1BA…$475RNT/$250DEP
2801-B PARTRIDGE 2BR/1.5BA…$525RNT/$300DEP
1812 W. OGLETHORPE
229-436-8811
3107-B CREPE MYRTLE 2BR/2BA…$600RNT/$350DEP
404 ROBINSON (RENT SPECIAL) 2BR/1BA…$400RNT/$99DEP
2BR - 1BA $495/mo.
of Albany
4BR/2BA New Construction. Lee County 706-424-0496
3101-F CREPE MYRTLE 1BR/1BA…$475RNT/$300DEP
715 10TH AVE 3BR/1BA…$625RNT/$400DEP
921 SOUTH
347-0221
2002 B GILLIONVILLE 2 BR 1 BA RENT $450 DEP $350.00
611 WHITNEY 3BR/1.5BA…$600RNT/$450DEP
3Br-1BA $525/mo.
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Dawn Hobby 347-5517
229-436-8811
10135 WOODPECKER (BACONTON) 2BR/2BA…$695RNT/$400DEP
3Br-2BA $695/mo.
603 Haley 3BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $575/mo $475 dep.
$99 Move in Rent Special
MURPHYS MILL (AMERICUS) 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms available
127-D WINDING WAY (LEE CO) 3BR/2BA…$625RNT/0DEP
906 SOUTH
Jean
2601-B COLONIAL 2 BR 1 BA RENT $595 DEP $495
1307-1315 WASHINGTON
115-C WINDING WAY (LEE CO) 3BR/2BA…$595RNT/250DEP
3BR-2BA $925/mo.
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1212 Dawson Road Albany, GA 31707
DEPOSIT IS SAME AS RENT
708
HOMES FOR SALE
229-434-1600
401-A Lucille 1BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $350/mo $300 dep. *APARTMENTS*
708
4BR/2BA New Construction, Lee Co. 706-424-0496
ST
4BR 3BA 2,653 sqft $1,200 per month
UNFURNISHED HOMES
Lee Co. 3&4BR/2BA Garage & appl. 435-1327
Since 1946 605 Pine Ave • 435-5216
2102 Edgewater Drive
679
2516-B Buck Court
702
ACREAGE UNDER 75
Worth Co. 2.73 Wooded Acres, Well & Septic tank. Mobile Home ok, quiet neighborhood. AS IS Leave Mssg. 776-1856
704
COMMERCIAL LOTS
Commercial Lot For Sale. Great Location 2901 Gillionville Road. Call 229-343-0900.
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WORTH CO- 3 residential lots on Cox Rd., Sylvester, GA.. 1.76 Ac. MLS 133372, 1.73 Ac. MLS 133394 and 2.62 Ac. MLS 133391 all Zoned for Stick Built Homes (NO MOBILE/ MODULAR HOMES). Lots are located on a very quiet dead-end gravel/dirt road. Owner financing available to quailed buyers. Owner Rick Turner (Mob. 229-485-6040), Parker Real Estate Group, LLC 229-438-9019.
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1077 Graves Spring Rd. Great home on approx. 2 acres in Lee Co! A must see! MLS: 132820 Price: $164,900 Alice Jolley Coldwell Banker Walden & Kirkland (229) 436-8811 (229)869-0358
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“The Grove“ At Oakland Parkway Lee County NEW HOMES For Sale, Lease/Purchase, Build To Suit, Possible Trade The Wright Co. - 435-0654
HOMES FOR SALE
435-5467 110 N. WESTOVER BLVD
1004 Spring Hill $284,900 5BR, 3.5BA, over 4200 sq. ft. Christy Wright 229-347-2829 Coldwell Banker Walden & Kirkland 229-436-8811
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130 Susina Dr Leesburg, GA 31763 4BR/2BA, 2461 SQ FT, GR w/ FP, hdwd flrs, Kit w/ brkfst area, sunroom, 2-story workshop fully wired.Price: $245,900 MLS: 131455 Ann Brunson RE/MAX of Albany 229-881-5600
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SWGA HOMES Three super-simple ways to make your new deck look amazing (BPT) - Do dreams of lazy days soaking up the sun have you looking for a way to move the indoors out? Then a deck addition may be the solution. A new porch, patio or multi-level deck can serve as an extension of your home and create personalized spaces for summertime festivities, from easy afternoons spent poolside to late-night cookouts. And, the good news is that easy-to-install decking can mean that you don't have to be a seasoned do-ityourselfer to get started. Advanced materials like wood-plastic composite decking make creating indoor-outdoor spaces a breeze. The deck boards are available in a widerange of sizes and natural colors, and products with a realistic wood-embossed grain pattern are available to bring the beauty of wood to your deck without the work of sealing, staining or painting. Best of all, brands like ChoiceDek composite decking are easy to install and simple to maintain. "Many homeowners are surprised to learn how hassle-free composite decking is to install," says Scott Spencer, national account manager for ChoiceDek composite decking. "Uncapped boards can be cut, drilled and screwed with standard tools, and boards with a quality wood-plastic blend throughout the board can even be bent into curves. Today's homeowners are more than capable of using it to create a timeless extension of their home." If you're ready to put hammer to nail and get started, keep in mind these three simple ways to use composite decking to create a beautiful backyard retreat that will last for many summers to come. 1. Create a smooth surface underfoot One of the keys to building a beautiful outdoor deck-escape is ensuring your deck will have a
smooth, barefoot friendly surface. Even the most stunning deck designs can disappoint if nails and screws create unsightly dimples or later pop and create hazards for warm-weather fun. For families with pets or children, composite decking is a great choice since it will not rot or warp causing dangerous cracks and splinters. It's a choice your feet and pets will appreciate. 2. Vary your design With today's high-performance composite deck boards, you don't need to stick with a basic rectangle deck design. Whether you're planning a small rooftop getaway or a multi-level deck, you can work the boards to maximize visual impact and enjoyment. Simply altering the direction of boards can bring small decks to life and add a custom touch to your outdoor space. Variable board placement can also help zone decks into functional outdoor rooms. This is particularly helpful if you're building a larger deck with designated areas for cooking, eating and relaxing. The secret is not to overdo it. Deck patterns should be well planned, and coordinate with your home's architectural style. Another way to create a one-of-a-kind outdoor living space is to incorporate angles and curves into your deck. Contemporary composite decking materials are much easier to shape into curves than traditional wood decking. With little extra effort, they can be bent for use in benches, stairs, trim and decks with rounded edges. Let your imagination roam, but be sure to check specific manufacturer guidelines since they can vary by brand. If you need help visualizing your deck design, you can use deck design programs like the one on Lowes.com to explore different layouts and determine
material quantities in advance of building. 3. Deck out your living space Incorporating a few simple deck add-ons can transform your deck into a true outdoor living room. For example, arbors and pergolas can provide shade, while giving you a place to attach speakers, lights and hanging plants. Built-in seating can provide an ideal space for guests to lounge during late night cookouts and can double as storage. Installing lights on the deck's surface, stairs or on the topside of railings can improve nighttime socializing and increase the safety of your deck. Safety features like railings can also be transformed from a landscape eyesore into a landscape focal point. Look for composite decking brands that offer complementary posts, post caps, balusters, railing and trim for an easy way to give guests something attractive to lean on. Paying attention to the small details can work wonders for your deck, and help you create an outdoor vacation space friends and family keep coming back to enjoy.
Beautiful lawn DIY: 6 steps to success (BPT) - Has nicer weather inspired you to find ways to make your home more comfortable, attractive and environmentally sustainable while increasing its value? One feature that can achieve all these goals is a healthy lawn. Installing and maintaining a natural turf lawn is one of the best home improvement investments a homeowner can make, and it's the perfect warm-weather DIY project. According to Grass Seed USA, a coalition of American grass seed farmers and academics, the ideal lawn planting season is April through the mid-to-end of October, depending on where you live. Installing a beautiful lawn is simple with six easy steps: Prepare: Preparation is the most critical part of seeding a lawn. The condition of the soil has to be ideal in order for grass seeds to germinate. To get these conditions, remove any remnants of the old lawn. Use a sod cutter allows you to slice off old grass and weeds at the roots. Then turn the soil with a rotary tiller, adding soil and compost in successive layers to achieve an ideal mix. Both sod cutters and tillers can be rented by the hour or by the day at any major home improvement retailer. Achieve the right pH: No soil is ready for seeds if it doesn't have the right pH. Obtain a soil test kit from your local home improvement store. To take a soil pH test, gather soil samples from several places around the area you'll be seeding. The pH scale measures acidity and alkalinity, from 0 to 14, with 7.0 being neutral. Grass grows best in soil that has a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. If your soil is too acidic (below 6.0) - a common problem in cooler wet climates like the Northwest and Southeast - you can add lime to bring it up. If it's mildly alkaline (7.5 to 8.0) - typical of the Midwest - a little peat moss, which is naturally acidic, should correct it. Soil that is very alkaline (more than 8.0), which is more likely to exist in dry, hot climates, needs sulfur. Fertilize: After your soil has achieved the perfect pH, use a broadcast spreader to apply starter fertilizer to the entire area. Make sure the spreader is adjusted to distribute at the rate outlined on the fertilizer packaging. Look for fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium at even ratios (such as 10N-10P-10K percentages). Purchase the right grass seed: One key factor in choosing the right grass
seed simply depends on where you live. For the northern region of the country, you will want a cool-season grass like fine and tall fescues or perennial ryegrass. This type of turf grows the most during the cool seasons of spring and fall, and therefore, should be seeded in the spring or fall months. These grasses are typically more shade-tolerant as well. Warm-season grasses grow in warmer regions of the country. These include grasses like St. Augustine, Bermuda, buffalo, centipede and zoysia. Warm-season grasses achieve their peak growth when summer hits its stride and typically require full sun to thrive. Unlike cool-season turf, warm season turfgrasses should be seeded in the summer months. Disperse grass seed: Using your broadcast spreader, disperse grass seed evenly over the soil. For larger lawns, use a walk-behind spreader. Be sure to apply an even amount of seed to the entire area. Then, take a plastic leaf rake, turn it upside down, and use the back of the tines to gently work the seeds into the soil. Make short, light strokes. Avoid long sweeping motions, which can redistribute the seeds and cause the grass to grow in uneven patches. Water: Immediately after dispersing the seeds, lightly water the area with an oscillating-type sprinkler. Set up one or more sprinklers, or move the sprinkler to ensure that the entire area gets dampened. For the first eight to 10 days, water two or three times daily, but only for 5 to 10 minutes. Avoid overwatering, which may wash away the seeds. Once the grass sprouts, water once a day for 15 to 30 minutes. It's typically best to water in the morning, when there's less evaporation and wind is minimal. Avoid watering in the evening; it can lead to fungal diseases. In the event of a summer rain storm, there is no need to water.
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Dining outdoors when the weather is warm can make for a pleasant change of pace. While certain aspects of eating outside can be enticing, Mother Nature can sometimes complicate the experience. Wind is one challenge to dining outside, as diners may find themselves chasing paper napkins or airborne plastic cups on windy afternoons or evenings. To safeguard against the wind, rely on reusable, heavy plastic items that are less likely to blow away in the wind. Also, keep tablecloths in place with a few supplies. Use a grommet-making tool to punch holes into the tablecloth and attach plastic or metal grommets. Place the tablecloth on the table and slip a thin bungee cord fastener to a grommet on the underside of the table. Stretch the cord across to a grommet on the other side of the tablecloth and secure. Two or three sets of grommets and bungee cords may be all you need to keep the tablecloth in place and enjoy an interruption-free meal outside.