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Open Houses This Weekend
Harmony Office 970.229.0700
$465,000
$500,000
MLS#725662
MLS#697132
Call Chuck Hoburg (970) 689-6566
Centerra Office 970.613.0700 Loveland Office 970.663.0700
$429,950
Call Kurt Faulkner (970) 690-4226
Call Chris McElroy (970) 227-5102
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6821 Rock River Rd,Timnath-Meritage Homes is now selling homes at Timnath Ranch from the low $300s, 2 story and ranch plans. Homes back to open space, close to Bethke Elementary. Visit our model at 6821 Rock River Rd or call Russ Webber at 720341-3425.
$335,950
DAILY 1-5
6424 Murano Drive, Windsor - Stop & visit our MODEL HOME, open daily 1-5pm. This Castelllo ranch plan has 2 beds, study, 2.5 baths, 3-car garage, covered deck & patio, entry courtyard backs to golf course. Get information on our 7 High Performance Homes starting in the low $400s.
$750,000
MLS#715319
MLS#660867
Call Dennis Pfeifer (970) 227-6646
SATURDAY 11-1 & 2-4
6458 Mayfair Avenue, Timnath. 5BD/3BA, 4060sf. Fabulous home on greenbelt! Wide-open floor plan and vaulted ceilings welcome you home. Large kitchen with double ovens and generous counter space. Main level office/6th bedroom. Beautifully finished basement! 3-car tandem garage!
$375,000
MLS#719611
SAT 11-1 & SUN 1-3
114 E. Colorado Ave., Berthoud. 3Bed, 2Bath, 3220 SF Ranch w/ 2car gar. This brand new home has upgraded wood trim, lighting, flooring, fixtures, appliances, & more. 495 SF garage. Wheelchair accessible w/ front ramp, garage floor level w/home floor & wider doors.
$268,500
MLS#722252
MLS#727602
Call Dave Trujillo (970) 222-0340
John Cheever 970-420-5093 Tiffany Luthi 970-691-4868
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Call Chris McElroy (970) 227-5102
SAT-SUN 11-5PM
5739 Coppervein Street,Kechter Crossing-Meritage Homes is now selling homes at Kechter Crossing from the low $400’s, 2 story and ranch plans. Visit our model at 5739 Coppervein Street or call Dana Edgerton at 970-980-6524.
$500,000
MLS#697135
Call Kurt Faulkner (970) 690-4226
Horsetooth Office 970.223.0700 Mulberry Office 970.221.0700
SUNDAY 1-3
5024 Blackhawk Dr, Windsor-Just completed-move-in ready! New main floor master 2 story with dramatic high ceilings, 3 generous guest rooms up, main flr den/study and fantastic master suite,oversized 3 car garage, all on 2 1/2 acre lot! Close to MCR & Centerra w/easy I-25 access!
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5018 Blackhawk Drive, WindsorJust completed! New ranch plan on 2.8 acres, open flr plan, slab granite, hickory flrs, den/study, master suite is separate from other bdrms, oversized 3 car garage, full unfinished bsmt, close to MCR & Centerra w/easy I-25 access!
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4014 S. Lemay Ave. #19 FTC- 5bd 3ba,Highend finishes including stucco exterior, walnut floors, 8’ Alder doors & trim, stainless steel appliances, fireplace in master suite & great room. Great outdoor entertaining area w/gas grill. Finished basement w/wet bar & theatre room.
SUNDAY 11-3
4431 Cole Drive, Loveland. 4Bed, 4Ba, 2890 SF 2story home w/fully fin. & heated 3car gar. in Giuliano. Features vaulted ceilings, separate dining rm, eat-in kit w/SS appliances, fully fin. bsmt & a bonus loft upstairs! New roof, New exterior paint, radon mitigation system.
SATURDAY 11-1
4720 Dusty Sage Loop #2 FTCBacks to access trail to Fromme Prairie. 2bd, 3ba, walkout basement. Great room plan with Alder doors and trim. Quality throughout. Enjoy the low maintenance lifestyle..
SAT 10-12 & SUN 11-1
6408 Garrison Ct. FTC-Wonderful 3bd, 3ba home backing to greenbelt in Westchase. Gas range, double oven, kitchen island, new windows, 2 fireplaces and the hot tub is included! Unfinished basement for future expansion.
$320,000
$418,000
$425,000
Call Dave Trujillo (970) 222-0340
Call Beth Phillips (970) 449-3345
Kim Doll 970-445-8604 Katie Shea 720-231-8179
SATURDAY 12-4
1059 Hawkshead Street, Timnath 3 BD/3 BA 4,488 SF Ranch Highly upgraded Ranch plan with full walkout basement backing to open space with views of the Front Range. 3 bedroom, 3 car garage, wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, 8 foot interior doors and much more!
SUNDAY 12-4
1077 Hawkshead Street, Timnath 3 BD/3 BA 5,248 SF 2 Story Beautiful home with main floor mstr & study. Stunning views of the Front Range and full walk-out bsmt. High-end finishes include granite, wood flooring & stainless appliances.
$479,900
$495,900
Call Carole Newberry (970) 443-4047
Call Nikki Onda (970) 691-0176
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SATURDAY 2-4
6826 Nimitz Drive B101, Fort Collins New Construction Townhome Style Condos! 4 plans available. Ranch & 2 Story w/main flr mstr. 2 car att garages. Unfin bsmts. Vaulted ceilings. Courtyards & fenced patio areas. Low maintenance. Energy Efficient. Priced from $234,900-$279,900.
From $234,900$279,900
Dianne Breneman (970) 222-8549
Call Jessi Pitmon (970) 217-2185
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SUNDAY 1-3
6826 Nimitz Drive B101, Fort Collins New Construction Townhome Style Condos! 4 plans available. Ranch & 2 Story w/main flr mstr. 2 car att garages. Unfin bsmts. Vaulted ceilings. Courtyards & fenced patio areas. Low maintenance. Energy Efficient. Priced from $234,900-$279,900.
18 Oak Street, Windsor - Gorgeous 3bd ranch with new roof, new carpet, oversized 24X32 oversized garage plus tool shed. Updated kitchen with wood floors, extensive landscaping including fire pit. Large fenced yard with separate dog run. Alley access & RV parking.
$190,000
MLS#727203
Call Wendy Sparks (970) 691-4243
SATURDAY 2-4
3715 Copper Spring Dr., Fort Collins - 6bd/5ba custom home loaded with extras including gourmet kitchen with silestone counters & butler’s pantry. Finished daylight basement complete with wet bar, 2 laundry rooms. Wonderfully landscaped, backs to open space & views
SAT 11-1 & SUN 1-3
4301 Halleck Ln., Wellington - New model home by Sage. Roaring Fork plan with 4 bedrooms up, 3 car garage and options/upgrades. Base price $261,000. 10 plans to choose from starting at $213,000.
$898,500
$246,000
Call Nicole Huntsman (970) 402-0221
Ray Henry 970-215-0918 Michael Hurd 970-227-5932
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SAT & SUN 1-4
6913 Water View Ct., TimnathFabulous new patio homes being built in Wild Wing by Hartford Homes. Beautiful new ranch & 2-story plans w/some walkout basements. Priced from $370,000-$670,000 base. Patio homes w/some incredible views overlooking Timnath Reservoir.
6923 Winterpeak Ct., TimnathPeaceful and serene. Lovely low maintenance patio home. Open floorplan with main floor study. Granite countertops throughout, Bosch appliances, wood floors, covered Trex deck with views of reservoir and mountains. Beautiful!
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Streamside - Come find new exciting designs and floor plans. Modern style homes with a comfortable feel. Ranches & 2 stories single family homes starting in the 300’s. Open concept living & Old Town Charm! Stop at the sales trailer at Prospect and Ellis.
From the $300’s
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4209 Gemstone Ln., Ft. Collins2 BD + loft, 3 BA townhome in great SE location. Granite counters & wood floors in the kitchen. Double-sided fireplace, full unfin. bsmt. & 2-car att. garage. Walk-in closets, vaulted ceilings & A/C. Close to hospitals & shopping!
$212,000
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Mulberry Office 970.221.0700 Centerra Office 970.613.0700 Loveland Office 970.663.0700
SATURDAY 11-1
2220 Harvest St. Ft. CollinsGorgeous 5BD 4BA 3718 sf 2 story with 3 car garage and finished basement. Beautiful kitchen with tall cabinets, granite, stainless and island. Must see master suite has huge bath and walk-in. Well maintained and packed with special features!
$395,000
MLS#728009
Call Barb Imes (970) 581-8279
SAT 11-12:30 & SUN 1-3
3424 Sun Disk Ct, Fort Collins-3 bd/ 2 ba, 1,700 SF, ranch. Totally updated creampuff in West Fort Collins near Rocky Mountain High with new wood laminate floors, new bathrooms, new basement finish, new paint, new stainless appliances (to be installed) and so much more!
$249,900
MLS#725106
Call Nancy Walker (970) 237-0585 or Jill Angelovic (970) 619-0051
SATURDAY 1:30-3:30
1039 W Mountain Ave, Fort Collins - 3 bd/3ba 1,902 sf, ranch. Nostalgic crafts-era bungalow on the outside, total remodel on the inside New kitc & new baths w/custom cabinets, granite & gorgeous tile finishes! Great lighting, new windows, & new furnace. Wood floors on the main flr.
$420,000
MLS#725010
Call Nancy Walker (970) 237-0585
SUNDAY 1-3
200 S College #201, Fort Collins1 bd/1ba, 811 sf. Amazing corner loft in the heart of downtown Fort Collins! Incredible 9 ft windows overlook Old Town. Great kitchen w/Stainless Steel appliances, slate tile back splash, alder cabinets, modern lighting & maple hardwood floors.
$265,000
MLS#726111
Call Jessi Pitmon (970) 217-2185
SUNDAY 1-4
3815 Rock Creek Dr # B, Fort Collins - 2 bd/3ba, 2,239sf, 2-story. Luxury condo close to Pool, Parks, shopping, restaurants & schools! Wood floors throughout main level, fireplace, central a/c, upgraded Champion windows, deluxe Hunter Douglas top down bottom up blinds and garage!
SAT 12-2 & SUN 2-4
7861 Handy Ct. Ft. Collins-Beautiful 5BD 3BA 3723 sf 2 story on over 1/3 acre. Formal living & dining rooms, 2 story family room, eat-in kitchen w/granite. 981 sf garage w/RV bay w/12’ door & workspace. Mature landscaping, patio, BB court & playground. Unfinished basement.
$409,900
MLS#727085
Call Jeffrey Martin (970) 559-4436
SUNDAY 1-3
1626 Beamreach Pl, Fort Collins3 BD/ 2 BA 3,580 SF RANCH. New plan by John Walz! Very open with split master, great living spaces, lots of hardwood flooring, oversized garage and more! Lake Access... Enjoy quiet living at Richard’s Lake! Ready in 60 days!
$392,900
MLS#727394
Call Mark Miles (970) 227-8887
SATURDAY 1-3 & 3-5
4618 Angelica Dr, Johnstown Custom 5,611 SF ranch home by John Walz on the bluff with incredible views! Very open floor plan, 3 bedrooms, study, 3 baths, oversized 3 car garage, Tharp cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, & more.
$232,000
$729,000
Call Jo Carney (970) 310-1836
Call Joy Willett (970) 305-7038 or Cary Irvin (970) 290-7698
MLS#726941
MLS#707769
SAT & SUN 11-1
SAT 11-1 & SUN 1-3
8286 Albacore Ct. WindsorExceptional 3BD 4BA 4594 sf ranch backing to expansive green belt. Upgrades include 9’ & vaulted ceilings on main, leather flooring in study, Australian cypress wood floors, 2 fireplaces & more. Huge rec room with granite bar. Beautiful landscaping.
208 Vandy Lane, FTC.-5BD/3BA home will delight you with all new carpet and interior & exterior paint. Huge kitchen that opens to the family room with a wood burning fireplace. Partially finished basement, oversized 2 car garage & 36X40 heated shop with 11’ garage door.
MLS#727768
MLS#727638
$465,000
$315,000
Call Jessi Pitmon (970) 217-2185 Call Katie Moon (970) 377-6078 or Gregg Thomas (970) 988-8221 or Amber Kahler (970) 310-4170
SUNDAY 1-4
209 S Sherwood St, Fort Collins4 BD/2 BA, 1,880 SF 2-STORY. Every inch is updated! Gorgeous kitchen with paperstone counters, new windows to match the era, numerous built-ins to conserve space. Upgraded main floor bath has radiant floor heat with custom shower.
$600,000
MLS#727085
Call Leone Coryell (970) 227-1757
MON & FRI 1-4 / SAT & SUN 1-4
2105 Nancy Gray Ave-Healthy lifestyle living with expansive trail system, pool, community gardens, open space, working farm, and artisan village (all coming soon). 3 models to choose from starting in the $220’s. Visit the sales office at Timberline Road and Sandbur Drive.
Starting at $225,000
SATURDAY 11-1
502 Wayne St, Fort Collins3 BD/3BA 2,797 SF Ranch, completely remodeled one of a kind all brick bungalow by Jamestown Builders. Just blocks away from City Park and Old Town Square with unique, hip styling you have come to expect from Jamestown Builders.
$625,000
MLS#722917
Call Kelly McBartlett (970) 541-0571
SUNDAY 12-3
3702 Copper Spring Dr. Steps from Zach Elementary School,3 fplaces, xeriscaping, fenced yd,custom finished bsment, gourmet kit…just some of the reasons why this custom Craftsman Style home in Fossil Lake is so appealing. The hdwd flrs & knotty alder drs & trim add class & charm .
MLS#711422
$625,000
Call Jason Billings (970) 581-6444
Call Alycia Martinez (303) 994-6307
MLS#726469
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new study that says home staging does not translate into higher selling price, has sparked a controversy in the real estate business. “People think that staging makes a difference,” says Michael Seiler co-author of the study “The Impact of Staging Conditions on Residential Real Estate Demand.” “What we found out was that from a price perspective, it doesn’t have an impact.” But, staging does influence the buying process and a buyer’s overall opinion on a home, said Seiler, who’s also the K. Dane Brooksher Endowed Chair Professor of Real Estate & Finance at The College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Va. The study, scheduled to appear in the Journal of Real Estate Research later this year, was done over a period of several months with a national sample. The authors created six unique variants of a virtual home tour: good furnishings and a neutral wall color; no furnishings and a neutral wall color; poor furnishings and a neutral wall color; good furnishings and
STAGING OFTEN IS CALLED UPON TO HELP A FOR-SALE HOME FETCH A HIGHER PRICE, BUT A NEW STUDY SAYS IT DOESN’T MAKE AS MUCH OF A DIFFERENCE AS WE’VE COME TO BELIEVE an unattractive wall color; no furnishings and an unattractive wall color; poor furnishings and an unattractive wall color. “We find that homeowners are willing to pay the (statistically non-significant) same price for the home under all six different treat-
ments,” Seiler says. In a follow-up interview, homeowners significantly believed that other homeowners would be willing to pay a greater price for a wellstaged home and a significantly lower price for a home with an unattractive paint color in the main living area.
The staging business, “The discrepancy between stated and revealed where agents and sellers hire preferences is consistent with professionals to “stage” or our robustness sample of real decorate a home to attract estate agents who errone- buyers and fetch better pricously also believe homeown- es, went gangbusters in the ers have a differential willing- last decade. When the housness to pay, depending on ing bubble popped, agents staging conditions,” Seiler said in the study. See STAGE, page 11
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Fort Collins Realtors cooperate through the Multiple Listing Service, giving broad exposure to local sellers All sellers should insist on their homes being exposed to the entire MLS from the outset of the listing to gain full advantage of that broad exposure.
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hunting trip. Usually they are not familiar with the area and seek out the services of a Realtor to show them homes. These relocation buyers are not likely to be looking at for sale by owner homes on their own. They simply don’t have enough experience in the area nor do they have the time to check the house and area out thoroughly. We are very fortunate in Fort Collins that the Realtor community cooperates very well through the multilist system. This allows a buyer to work with one agent to see all homes. That agent can show all homes, even if they are not listed by their agency. Brokerage fees are split between the listing and selling brokerages. This allows the buyer to find an agent they like and trust and establish a good
working relationship with them. The buyer would be prequalifed and go through their wants and needs with the agent they chose to work with. It would not be necessary to go through this with several Realtors. This saves the buyer time and gives the buyer better service. As Realtors the only thing we have as agents is our knowledge, experience, and time. Since we are paid commissions earned only when a home closes we will be discriminating about which people we spend our time with. If an agent knows the buyer is working with several agents they simply can’t afford to spend a lot of time with that buyer. The buyer will not get the best service. MLS gives the seller the broad exposure of the all the local agents (over 800 in Fort Collins alone) working
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n order to get the highest and best price for your home it is best to expose it to the entire market. The broad exposure of the market creates competition for the home that can not be created in a limited market. In other areas in the US where they do not have the cooperation through a strong MLS, buyers need to go to several agencies to be sure that they see the all the available inventory. Real estate companies in those markets covet their listings and will not cooperate with competing brokers. They do not have cooperative agreements to split brokerage fees. In these markets the exchange of information is poor and often pricing is erratic. Homes stay on the market longer and often there is no cohesive marketing plan. Relocation buyers moving to Fort Collins with a new job are often the best buyers. They have a good job, their home is sold or perhaps they have a guarantee buyout, they are prequalified or perhaps preapproved and they must make a purchase decision on a 3-5 day house
the market. This certainly is a major benefit to the seller. If there is little showing activity even though the house is in the full MLS, this says that the house it either too high in price or a very usual property with a limited market. This is important information for the seller too if they are serious about selling. All sellers should insist on their homes being exposed to the entire MLS from the outset of the listing to gain full advantage of that broad exposure. Occasionally agencies will hold the home off MLS in an effort to sell the home “in house”. While this strategy benefits the listing brokerage firm, it may not be to the best advantage of the seller. What if there are other well-qualified buyers working with other firms that would be interested in the house? Wouldn’t you as
seller benefit if you received competing offers? Often when there is one serious buyer on a home others surface as well. When the listing agent receives an offer on their listing they will contact all the other agents that have recently show the home or have expressed an interest in the property. Sometimes this results in a second offer. The pressure of the competition between offers can result in a higher sales price and/or the seller may be able to stand firm on other important negotiable items like possession, closing date, or inclusions. Having a choice of offers is in the seller’s best interest. Laura Olive, CRS, ABR, CDPE, EcoBroker, CNE is a Broker Associate with RE/MAX Alliance. Please write to: 125 S. Howes Suite 120, Fort Collins, CO 80521 or call 970-495-4755 or email: laura@lauraolive.com. For a complete archive of other articles that have appeared in this paper please go to www. LauraOlive.com.
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Don’t be fooled by these three real estate myths By Brendon DeSimone, Real Estate blogger for Zillow
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s the real estate market significantly rebounds, some buyers and sellers are dipping their toes in the waters for the first time. Inevitably, they come into the market with assumptions about how it works. Their assumptions may come from TV reality shows or watching their parents’ house-hunting experiences. Maybe they’ve learned about real estate from a co-worker’s recent home buying or selling experience. The trouble is, the new buyer or seller’s assumptions are sometimes based on outdated or generalized “real estate myths.” Here are three such myths that many less-seasoned home buyers and sellers assume are true. Myth No. 1: Spring is the best time to sell a home Historically, real estate seasons were tied to summer and the end of the school year. Families were the typical buyers or sellers, and they wanted to move during the summer so their
kids could start anew in September. That’s how spring became the prime selling season. It’s true there are still more homes for sale in the spring, which means there’s a lot of activity and buzz. But spring isn’t necessarily the best time to sell a home anymore. The reality: The best time to sell is during the holidays and right after Today, more than half of buyers aren’t married, and their decisions aren’t based upon school schedules. So spring isn’t as relevant as it used to be. Instead, the best time to sell a home is in November, December and January. It’s a supply-and-demand issue. Most sellers assume buyers aren’t seriously looking during this prolonged holiday season. And yet, many buyers are looking at properties in person and online right up until Christmas Eve. If the right home goes on the market in midDecember, a serious buyer — and there will be a lot of them — will take note. After New Year’s Eve, most buyers jump back into their routine with a resolve
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priced the home on purpose. S o m e m a r kets may be more competitive than others. But, somehow, in the back of the buyer’s head is good old Uncle Bob saying “never offer the full asking price.” That strategy might work if you’re trying to buy a used computer on eBay. And it worked in some real estate markets years ago. But times have changed. See MYTHS, page 11
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Marvelous remodel within walking distance to City Park! 4 bdrms & 2 full baths. Original pine flooring, ash cabinetry, leathered granite counters, new 2 car detached garage, new electric/plumbing/ furnace/radon system & more! Open floor plan in superb location w/ a host of outstanding amenities! $515,000 MLS#725690
Old Town Cape Cod Charmer. This 1947 1 1/2 story gem is sited 2 houses N of Mountain. Quiet & private setting. Refurbished w/ style & detail. Separate entrance to teenage/ mother in-law suite. Check out the mini-wine cellar in basement. 1 block from City Park, golf & pool. Colorado living at its finest. $424,900 MLS#727735
Walk out your door to a park! This very clean 3 bdrm, 2 bath, ranch-style home has an incredible location w/ some mountain views! Move-in ready, open floor plan, large kitchen with pantry and island, new roof, large fenced yard, what’s not to love? $224,900 MLS#727693
Come see this gorgeous patio home where upgrades abound and the view will take your breath away! 3 bed 3 bath, large walk-ins, large entertaining area in basement with a second master. $499,000 MLS#727322
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and sellers relied increasingly on staging professionals to help them woo otherwise reluctant and choosy buyers. So far the common belief is when all fails, staging triumphs. “It’s ridiculous to say it doesn’t work,” says Shell Brodnax, CEO of the Real Estate Staging Association, which boasts 1,076 members nationwide and recently had its fifth annual meet in Las Vegas. “It completely works every single time.” In a slow market, when nothing moves, staging helps
sell a home faster, Brodnax says. In a hot market, staging helps fetch top dollars, she adds. According to a RESA study, 174 homes were sitting idle in the market for 156 days. When the sellers hired staging professionals, those same homes sold in 42 days. “The consensus is that it helps,” says Walter Molony, spokesman for the National Association of Realtors. The NAR hasn’t done any studies on staging, but Molony said that Realtors, too, believe that staging speeds
up the selling process, creates a better first impression on buyers and at times even fetches a better price. Dorcas Helfant-Browning, former NAR president and managing partner at Coldwell Banker Professional Realtors in Virginia Beach, Va., says staging has always been part of the real estate business, and she relies on it to sell homes. “Good agents have been doing it forever,” Helfant Browning says. “ We call it preparing to move. People need help imagining what
they would want their home to look like.” Mary Abella, owner of Indianapolis-based staging and home decorating business A Little Bit of Red, said a beautiful and perfect house would always be more attractive to a buyer than one that is unkempt and unappealing. “There was a condo here in the market that was sitting for one year and went through several price reductions,” Abella says. “Finally, the seller decided to stage it, and we sold it in 19 days. Staging absolutely helps.”
Abella adds that staged homes sell faster thereby avoiding price reductions. Staged homes often get the asking price, and some even end up in the middle of a bidding war, she . Seiler said staging professionals have called on him “mad” about his findings. “I never said staging wasn’t good,” he says. “Just that it doesn’t come through with a better price.” © CTW Features
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2174 Cape Hatteras Drive Windsor | MLS # 725806
Spectacular new main floor master town home in Water Valley South! Granite counters, hardwood & tile flooring, bronze/nickel fixtures, fireplace, A/C, stainless appliances, solid core doors, ceiling fans, + cathedral ceiling; 2 beds, loft & bonus room upstairs. 3 plans to choose from all w/ bsmt, fenced front porch & attached 2-car garage. Future plans include a clubhouse & lake/beachfront amenities. Community borders Eagle Lake!
Landmark Homes unveils its newest line of quality built condo-homes in esteemed Fossil Lake Ranch. Choose from a 2 bed/2 bath urban loft style design from the low $200’s; up to a 2,643 sq ft, 5 bed/4 bath main floor master with 2-car garage and finished basement in the low $300’s, all FULLY LOADED with super upscale and energy efficient finishes. Other plans in the mid $200’s.
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Move in this custom home by Easter! Designer customed finishes, patio living at its best. Gourmet kitchen, fin. bsmt w/ fully equipped theatre rm, rec room, wet bar. South facing courtyard & covered back patio. Spa-like master suite.
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100% ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED HOME! In popular Kendall Brook subdivision! Over 3,000 total sqft. 4 bd, 3 ba. Kitchen featuring slab granite countertops, SS appliances & Tharp Cityscape cabinets. Hand distressed wd flrs, solid wd drs. Fully finished 3-car gar. Ask about special financing. Call Tracy Wilson: 970-567-0907
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Great 3 bd home in SW Fort Collins - newly painted, new flooring, new tile in bath & kitchen - newer roof, newer furnace, new plumbing and much more! Wonderful fenced yard with foothills view - kidney shaped patio-hot tub stays! Stop by today! Call Trudy Ault: 970-215-1423
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1045 W Vine Dr, Fort Collins $179,000 | MLS #727658
NW of Old Town. Everything is done. New Water heater in ‘08, new furnace in ‘09, newer windows and roof is good. New Ceiling fan & fixtures. All appliances inc. Nice sized, fully fenced yard.
Call Rhonda Heth 970-566-3516
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The reality: A low offer may get you nowhere fast A buyer in a strong, tight inventory market today would be wasting their time making low offers right from the start. It’s likely a home that’s priced right and shows well can receive multiple offers, sometimes even over the asking price. In this environment, constantly throwing in low offers because that’s what your Uncle Bob advised you to do will likely lead to disappointment. Instead, work with a good local real estate agent to understand the market. You’ll quickly learn after a few weeks on the open house circuit (and maybe a disappointment or two) that starting low may not get you anywhere. Myth No. 3: A cash offer trumps all There’s an assumption that a seller, considering two different offers, will always go with the cash offer because there’s less risk. As a result, many buyers who hear they’re competing with a cash offer
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assume they won’t get the home. They may not even make a formal offer. At the same time, many cash buyers assume that because they’re paying cash, they can make an offer below the asking price, and it will likely be accepted. The reality: A savvy seller may be more tempted by a solid financed offer Consider a seller with a home priced at $399,000. The seller receives two offers: One is a cash offer of $375,000. The other is an offer for the full asking price, with 25 percent down, a bank pre-approval letter and swift contingency periods. A good buyer’s agent, upon learning their client is competing with a cash offer, will arm the seller with lots of data supporting their client’s finances, such as a credit report and verification of income or assets. The agent might even arrange a call between the seller and the buyer’s lender. Learn your market When you become a
buyer or seller, especially for the first time, the most important thing you can do is learn your market. Talk to a savvy local agent, and don’t make assumptions based on what you think you know. Real estate is local. Every market is different, with its own customs. If you believe there are general rules for real estate strategy that apply everywhere, anytime, you’ll likely be fooled — not only in April, but every other month of the year. Reprinted by permission from Brendon DeSimone who is a Realtor, a regular HGTV contributor, a Zillow blogger, and one of the nation’s leading real estate experts. He has collaborated on multiple real estate books and his expert advice is regularly sought out by print, online, and television media outlets including The Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, FOX News, Bloomberg, CNBC, and Forbes.
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Beautiful ranch by Triple Crown Construction. 3 bed, 2 bath, UF bsmt. Open plan w/ vaulted ceilings through kitchen, dining & great room. Kitchen w/ wood flooring, granite counters, island, SS appliances, gas range, full tile backsplash & Alder cabinetry. Central A/C. Large master suite w/5pc bath.
3021 Old Dominion Ct, Ft. Collins $815,000 | MLS #727861
$310,000 | MLS #726983
Spectacular ranch style home w/ 3 beds & 2 baths on main. Basement bath is nicely finished, w/ the rest of the basement ready for your touches for expansion. Features include a 3 car oversized garage & a low-maintenance, sprinkled back yard! Lovingly cared for, this home is ready for a quick close! Please call Jason Bianco at 970-402-0666 for directions!
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400 E. Elizabeth St, Fort Collins $609,000 OPEN 12:00 – 12:30
Totally remodeled charming 4BR, 3BA. Over 2,300 sq ft. MLS# 725325
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Wonderful Historic Old Town Classic!!! 3BR, 2BA, Hardowood Floors, Open Kitchen, Dunn Elem school district. MLS# 723365
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1800 W. Mountain Ave, Fort Collins $639,000 OPEN 1:30 – 2:00
Victorian Charm with Modern conveniences in this 4BR, 3BA home. Wrap around porch,Wood floors, cherry cabinets, stainless apps. Luxury master suite. MLS# 724973 More information call or text:
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420 Bow Creek Ln, Fort Collins $275,000 | MLS# 726989
3 bed, 2.5 bath, UF daylight basement in great south FTC location. Open plan, vaulted ceilings through kitchen, dining, & living rm. Kitchen w/maple cabinetry & pantry. Lower family room w/ gas fp walks out to back patio. Professionally installed landscape front & back. Fully fenced. Hosted by Roger Dittus 970-420-0872
4202 White Deer Ln, Wellington
$293,000 | MLS #721078
Custom home on beautiful 1/2 acre lot in Hearthside Subdivision in SE Fort Collins. Spacious 2-story w/ 4 beds, 4 baths, main level office, formal dining, upper floor loft, mud room & fin. bsmt. Gourmet kitchen w/ granite, SS appls, double oven & butler’s pantry. Covered back patio, landscaped lot!
The Walnut ranch plan by TR Properties. 5 bed, 3 bath, fully finished basement. Open plan, vaulted ceilings, wood floors, granite counters in kitchen & baths, stainless steel appliances. Large master w/ private bath & large walk-in closet. Basement rec room.
8202 Spinnaker Dr A & B, Windsor
7220 Crystal Downs Dr, Windsor $528,450 | MLS #710688
$359,900-$364,900
Low maintenance paired Cottages by Landmark Homes at Highland Meadows. 2 floor plans available. Gourmet kitchen w/granite counters, wood floors, stainless apps, & island. Open plan through dining, kitchen & great room perfect for entertaining. Huge master suite has 5pc bath & walk-in closet.
New ranch plan by Landmark Homes. 3 bed, 2 1/2 bath. Gourmet kitchen w/ slab granite counters, stainless steel appliances, large center island, wood flooring & butler’s pantry through to formal dining. Master has spa-like 5 pc bath, large walk-in closet. 3 car garage. 2 months to completion.
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The following information about recent real estate sales is supplied by Weekly Homebuyers List, Inc. of Lakewood. Names, addresses, cities, ZIP codes and phone numbers of all new homeowners are available from Weekly Homebuyers List, Inc on sticky labels. Call (303) 744-2020 or visit www.weeklyhomebuyerslist.com
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• 2625 Marys Lake Road, Unit 14B; Buyer: Steve Johnson; Seller: Mary Ann Marletto; $213,500
• 3332 Little Valley Road; Buyer: Scott Stewart; Seller: Bridger W. Baird Testamentary; $1,025,000
• 308 E. Iowa Ave.; Buyer: Sabina Alkire; Seller: Gary & Nichole Movellan; $219,000
• 70 Twin Sisters Ct.; Buyer: Sara & Stephe Swails; Seller: Blue Heron Holding LLC; $225,000
Fort Collins
• 1721 Windham Ct.; Buyer: Maria Lafrance; Seller: Bank New York Mellon; $270,000
• 628 Monte Vista Ave.; Buyer: Geoffrey & Katherine Mueller; Seller: Thomas Griffiths; $274,000
• 1041 7th St.; Buyer: Mia Leggett; Seller: Taryn & Roger Pinson; $190,000
• 719 3rd St.; Buyer: Edgar & Pamela Schroeder; Seller: Frank & Lee Esterbrook; $233,500 • 604 Bristlecone Ct.; Buyer: Garon & Heidi Lear; Seller: Janelle R. French; $239,000
• 2616 Sunrise Ct.; Buyer: Jonathan Tyson; Seller: Michael & Donna Egan; $323,000
• 5300 Glen Dr.; Buyer: Michael Mead; Seller: Tina & Scott Armstrong; $324,000
• 1600 Wapiti Circle, Unit 3; Buyer: Robert Hetzel; Seller: Ronald & Mary Nickel; $425,000
Estes Park
• 3333 Little Valley Road; Buyer: Scott Stewart; Seller: Judy Rosen; $75,000 • 1010 S. Saint Vrain Ave., Unit E6; Buyer: Billy & Debra Feldhahn; Seller: Robert & Linda Nelson; $165,000
• 405 Ponderosa Ave.; Buyer: Bert & Martha Bergland; Seller: Jeffrey & Dawn Hemstreet; $460,000 • 1157 Fish Creek Road; Buyer: William Hertneky; Seller: Hanson Holdings LLC; $462,500
• 2004 W. Lake St.; Buyer: Karla Maitland; Seller: Erika Marie Avalos; $187,000
• 1303 Poppy Ct.; Buyer: Jason & Brittany Thorngren; Seller: Joanne Mazzacano Robel; $344,500 • 235 N. Loomis Ave.; Buyer: Sara Maranowicz; Seller: Jenna Hart Burton; $375,000 • 626 Cherry St.; Buyer: Nancy & Leonard Wright; Seller: Christophe M. Michel; $415,000 • 208 S. Grant Ave.; Buyer: Jake & Hilary Mccart; Seller: Brian Searcy; $555,000
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• 1700 Aspen St.; Buyer: Michael Smith; Seller: Matthew J. Strom; $127,000 • 606 Joanne St.; Buyer: Logan & Erin Lay; Seller: Ashley Perkinskersten; $168,000 • 511 E. Mulberry St.; Buyer: Charles Mccarthy; Seller: Elizabeth Reveley; $175,000 • 2239 Clearfield Way; Buyer: Richard Payne; Seller: Hud; $191,100 • 512 Nokomis Ct.; Buyer: Justin & Ewa Kachel; Seller: Aaron Robert Oberndorf; $198,000 • 1220 Green St.; Buyer: Chandler & Stephanie Souther; Seller: Nancy Lee Thomas; $220,000 • 2439 Maple Hill Dr.; Buyer: David Anderson; Seller: Hud; $240,000 • 616 Verde Ave.; Buyer: Billy & Daveen Dominguez; Seller: Johnny Castillon; $250,000 • 120 E. Douglas Road; Buyer: Wallace & Jessica Kidd; Seller: Stockton Family Trust; $270,000 • 939 Campfire Dr.; Buyer: Eric Kelley; Seller: Melody Homes Inc; $282,000 • 857 Campfire Dr.; Buyer: Donald Chagnon; Seller: Melody Homes Inc; $299,800 • 926 Ridge Runner Dr.; Buyer: Daniel Shipman; Seller: Melody Homes Inc; $311,000 • 968 Campfire Dr.; Buyer: Michael & Erin Ruffner; Seller: Melody Homes Inc; $315,200 • 330 E. Elizabeth St.; Buyer: Mark & Susan Wojciechowski; Seller: Kama J. Mcdonaldpetrone; $350,000 • 257 Pascal St.; Buyer: Damon & Kimberly Henry; Seller: Patrick R. Varley; $540,000 • 808 Gregory Road; Buyer: Andrew & Mary Pineda; Seller: Judson E. Brown Trust; $585,000
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• 3525 Juanita Road; Buyer: Shawn & Tressa Evans; Seller: J. Eric Garner; $602,500 • 512 E. Monroe Dr., Unit C338; Buyer: Todd & Christine Hammel; Seller: Karla Maitland; $112,000
• 4545 Wheaton Dr., Unit D380; Buyer: Patricia Chester; Seller: Tricia A. Mcconnell; $128,000 • 5620 Fossil Creek Parkway, Unit 4202; Buyer: Joan Morthole; Seller: Donna L. Goodemote; $131,900 • 1001 Strachan Dr., Unit 11; Buyer: Dustin London; Seller: Nancy P. Luczak; $135,000 • 218 Skyway Dr.; Buyer: Albert Petrie; Seller: Michael Lane Schupp; $178,000 • 2644 Sagebrush Dr.; Buyer: Kenneth Witty; Seller: Honni & Joseph Willhelm; $195,500 • 2863 Kansas Dr., Unit D; Buyer: William & Nicki Raspotnik; Seller: Douglas S. West; $219,500 • 5209 Greenway Dr.; Buyer: Samuel & Jennifer Sundin; Seller: Jennie Kathleen Marko; $234,000 • 2107 Kirkwood Ct.; Buyer: Lucas & Elizabeth Krause; Seller: Salvation Army; $235,000 • 209 Lyfka St.; Buyer: Kristy & Joshua Neeley; Seller: Zack Crawford; $250,000 • 3748 Carrington Circle; Buyer: Karol Maruska; Seller: Sharon Kennedy; $256,900 • 413 Cornell Ave.; Buyer: Richard Thompson; Seller: Curtis & Elissa Douglas; $260,000 • 2666 Shadow Mountain Dr.; Buyer: Stephanie Patton; Seller: Gloria June Whittenberg; $285,000 • 212 Colland Dr.; Buyer: Michael & Lisa Sadar; Seller: Judith L. Reed; $285,000 • 2300 Amherst St.; Buyer: Tyler Gatteau; Seller: Peterson Living Trust; $302,000 • 2100 Kirkwood Ct.; Buyer: Brianna Martin; Seller: Asquared Home Buyers LLC; $305,000 • 7415 Triangle Dr.; Buyer: Jennifer Jacobs; Seller: Jason P. Morgan; $313,500 • 3112 Rockwood Dr.; Buyer: Damon Garcia; Seller: Nichole L. Randazzo; $314,900 • 7209 Crooked Arrow Lane; Buyer: Yury Desyaterik; Seller: Shadow Creek Homes LLC; $326,000
www.coloradoan.com/homes | An advertising supplement serving Northern Colorado • 4751 Pleasant Oak Dr., Unit C62; Buyer: Milton & Joanne Thompson; Seller: Nancy H. Schroeder Revocable; $345,000 • 7202 Crooked Arrow Lane; Buyer: Gilbert & Esther Pineira; Seller: Shadow Creek Homes LLC; $355,100 • 1102 Saint Croix Place; Buyer: Kelly Ippolito; Seller: Joseph B. Staples Trust; $364,900 • 2619 Brownstone Ct.; Buyer: Nathan & Suzanne Rains; Seller: Brett J. Brunner; $373,500 • 7116 Diamond Tail Dr.; Buyer: Nathanael & Catherine Shinn; Seller: Stonybrook Homes Inc; $702,300 • 130 Palmer Dr.; Buyer: Eugene & Susan Humphries; Seller: James & Elisabeth Murray; $1,505,000 • 1705 Heatheridge Road, Unit H103; Buyer: Diane Parker; Seller: Gerald A. Janet L. Gunderson ; $74,400 • 2618 Pampas Dr.; Buyer: Dean Hoag; Seller: Diane E. Zuerlein; $115,000 • 3200 Azalea Dr., Unit A5; Buyer: Ellen Tucker; Seller: James & Lalani Clausen; $125,000 • 2828 Silverplume Dr., Unit S2; Buyer: Siriporn Mcdaniel; Seller: Federal National Mortg Assn; $160,400 • 513 Towhee St.; Buyer: Dylan & Allyson Porteous; Seller: Nina Ohanesian; $177,000 • 344 Plowman Ct.; Buyer: John & Rachel Sparkman; Seller: Joel & Jenifer Vaad; $194,000 • 4501 Larkbunting Dr.; Buyer: Melissa Cory; Seller: Jean Morgenweck; $200,000 • 1500 Glen Haven Dr.; Buyer: Marianna & Adam Walsh; Seller: Kenneth & Ruth Nietfeld; $215,500 • 1136 Wabash St., Unit 16; Buyer: Regina Franklin; Seller: Leonard & Esther Krueger; $219,500 • 2613 Hanover Dr.; Buyer: Christopher Dawkins; Seller: Carol Sue White; $220,000 • 1613 Enfield St.; Buyer: Daniel Dwyer; Seller: William & Sally Skridulis; $220,000 • 3555 Tradition Dr.; Buyer: Cheyanne & John Berardino; Seller: Adam & Stacey Tomjack; $223,000
• 3732 Crescent Dr.; Buyer: Stephen Thomas; Seller: Dorothy & Dorothy Pearcy; $225,000 • 1202 Dewey Dr.; Buyer: William & Gloria Vigor; Seller: Fuseini Mashanu; $227,000 • 1757 Bedford Circle; Buyer: Andrew & Carol Hiller; Seller: Philip B. Neal; $230,500 • 1713 Bedford Circle; Buyer: Daniel & Michelle Glasgow; Seller: Benjamin & Bekah Oshea; $237,500
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• 3608 Big Dipper Dr.; Buyer: Benjamin & Barbara Hager; Seller: Eric & Leslie Ross; $375,000 • 3652 Galileo Dr.; Buyer: Timothy Kelsch; Seller: William Lyon Homes Inc; $433,000 • 3626 Voyager Lane; Buyer: Scott Frawley; Seller: William Lyon Homes Inc; $454,900 • 3658 Galileo Dr.; Buyer: Richard & Dawn Lutz; Seller: William Lyon Homes Inc; $479,500 • 5814 Big Canyon Dr.; Buyer: Denichiro Otsuga; Seller: Ryland Group Inc; $522,200 • 5804 Big Canyon Dr.; Buyer: Brian & Stacie Lee; Seller: Ryland Group Inc; $562,100
Johnstown
• 3800 Blackwood Lane; Buyer: Brooke Foos; Seller: Timothy & Shawn Flores; $218,500
Livermore
• 550 Mount Harvard Road; Buyer: Alan & Delores Judd; Seller: Jack H. Carroll; $196,500 • 1005 Mount Simon Dr.; Buyer: Wade & Terese Walls; Seller: Kenneth Barbara Curtis Living; $350,000
Loveland
• 1309 E. 6th St.; Buyer: Charles Julien; Seller: Federal National Mortg Assn; $120,300 • 1539 Peacock Place; Buyer: Janice Geiger; Seller: Ulf & Meaghanne Oresjo; $124,000 • 1841 6th St. SW; Buyer: Jason & Mariane Majeske; Seller: Brett Sopher; $139,000 • 1215 S. Tyler Ave.; Buyer: Michael & Rosemary Lorentzson; Seller: Bank New York; $170,500 • 873 Libra Ct.; Buyer: Alyssa Jurado; Seller: Loveland Habitat For Humanity; $180,000
7042 SPANISH BAY DRIVE
Golf Course Premier Lot!
Awesome setting with mountain, lake and golf course views. Comfortably open floor plan. Vaulted ceilings, lots of stone and other features. Brazilian Cherry Flooring. Like New Condition! $10,000 TO BUYER FOR CLOSING COSTS OR OTHER BUYER NEEDS IF PROPERTY CLOSES ON OR BEFORE APRIL 30, 2014. MLS#721734 $574,000.
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• 2551 Carla Dr.; Buyer: Emily Stroud; Seller: Brandon & Lorelei Brown; $185,000 • 2665 Susan Dr.; Buyer: Julie Redmond; Seller: Coren M. Hanscome; $194,000 • 1118 S. Edinburgh Dr.; Buyer: Cameron Fowlkes; Seller: Randy & Sue Svilar; $218,300 • 672 Callisto Dr.; Buyer: Kathay Rennels; Seller: Jay & Debra Evers; $220,000 • 1231 Inca Dove Circle; Buyer: Colleen Worley; Seller: Homequest Development LLC; $255,000 • 1590 Angora Dr.; Buyer: Stephen & Christine Harms; Seller: Mary J. Kron; $269,900 • 8425 Coyote Run; Buyer: Eric & Brenda Bupp; Seller: Sandra Dee Clark; $400,000
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• 3542 Red Orchid Ct.; Buyer: Aaron & Melissa Rud; Seller: Tuscany Custom Homes LLC; $450,400
• 343 Sunmountain Dr.; Buyer: Harold & Mary Hogness; Seller: Bradley & Amy Circle; $189,000
• 8217 Open View Place; Buyer: David Lerner; Seller: Nicholas H. Ores; $1,125,000
• 1221 Bay Ct.; Buyer: Aaron & Megan Demo; Seller: Sara Sanders; $200,000
• 3756 W. County Road 16; Buyer: William & Anne Wheeler; Seller: Jon & Susanne Stephens; $2,600,000
• 1990 Buena Vista Place; Buyer: Martha Holmes; Seller: Theresa M. Morgan; $200,000
• 2129 Tonopas Ct., Unit 104; Buyer: Paul & Carla Bankes; Seller: Jeffrey K. Thomas; $160,000
• 3932 Jefferson Dr.; Buyer: Bobbie Pastecki; Seller: Stephen P. Pastecki; $208,500
• 2087 Manitou Ct., Unit 102; Buyer: Trista Rice; Seller: James & Stephanie Kamtz; $169,500 • 2672 W. 46th St.; Buyer: Ashley Waller; Seller: Nicholas J. Haley; $171,000
Steeplechase Beauty!
This home sits on a 2 acre estate lot & is a gardeners dream, with a vast array of perennials, organic garden beds, & koi pond. Dramatic high ceilings, gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, separate study w/private entrance, lots of hardwood flooring & a full unfinished basement. MLS#727695. $539,900.
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• 1702 Dove Creek Circle; Buyer: Pat & Sharolyn Eitenbichler; Seller: Tanida & Taveesak Ruampant; $172,900
• 3663 Vista Dr.; Buyer: Karen Mcmahen; Seller: Dale & Jacqueline Maas; $235,000 • 2277 Nyssa Ct.; Buyer: Adrian Galambosi; Seller: Dale F. Gassman; $238,000 • 1131 Silver Fir Dr.; Buyer: Delbert Wells; Seller: Sylvia M. Kelley Revocable ; $247,000
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• 241 E. 4th St.; Buyer: Jacqueline Marsh; Seller: J. P. Property Management LLC; $425,000
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• 128 E. 12th St.; Buyer: Eduardo Cervantes; Seller: Peter & Mary Cowdin; $184,900
7042 SPANISH BAY DRIVE
Golf Course Premier Lot!
Awesome setting with mountain, lake and golf course views. Comfortably open floor plan. Vaulted ceilings, lots of stone and other features. Brazilian Cherry Flooring. Like New Condition! $10,000 TO BUYER FOR CLOSING COSTS OR OTHER BUYER NEEDS IF PROPERTY CLOSES ON OR BEFORE APRIL 30, 2014. MLS#721734. $574,000
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5989 SAND CHERRY LANE TIMNATH WELCOME HOME!
Immaculate, move-in ready home with 4 bdrms, 3 baths, and unobstructed views! Main floor master with 5 piece private bath, formal dining area, toasty fireplace, cool Central A/C, vaulted ceilings, 42” cabinets and a granite counter top island. Heated oversized garage and open space too! $362,900
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(Continued from page 15) • 2109 Buffalo Mountain Place; Buyer: Curtis & Maria Krankkala; Seller: Brian & Deena Pettit; $254,500
• 4712 Patmore Ash Dr.; Buyer: Steven & Jennifer Nichols; Seller: Warner Living Trust; $325,000
• 3035 Challenger Pt. Dr.; Buyer: Michael & Elaine Finney; Seller: John C. Bonds; $550,000
• 6797 Rock River Road; Buyer: Ronald & Laurel Curtis; Seller: Meritage Homes Colorado Inc; $372,900
• 2390 Steamboat Springs St.; Buyer: Leroy & Arlene Gabriel; Seller: Michele Ann Gill; $260,000
• 2074 Nucla Ave.; Buyer: Steven Johnson; Seller: Mark & Gina Polansky; $329,900
• 5727 Gitalong Road; Buyer: Austin & Mary Maguire; Seller: J. & Delores Mahler; $738,800
• 5410 Wishing Well Dr.; Buyer: Lars Jobe; Seller: Mathew & Kimberly Bashaw; $380,000
• 4177 Lost Canyon Dr.; Buyer: James & Nancy Cosby; Seller: Michael & Kyla Suit; $337,500
Severance
• 4796 Glen Isle Dr.; Buyer: Billy & Sharon Howerton; Seller: Willis M. Anna Beth Lumry Revo; $263,900 • 1041 Wisteria Dr.; Buyer: Stephen Verhow; Seller: Rocky Mountain Investment Grp; $264,400 • 1990 Arkansas St.; Buyer: Coren & Colvin Hanscome; Seller: Aspen Homes Colorado Inc; $313,000
• 1980 Massachusetts St.; Buyer: Christopher King; Seller: Aspen Homes Colorado Inc; $365,300 • 2063 Vista Dr.; Buyer: Jeffrey Collins; Seller: Gene & Barbara Worden; $419,000 • 3361 Catamaran Ct.; Buyer: Michelle Anderson; Seller: Nicholas J. Desch; $430,000
• 707 Summit View Road; Buyer: Brian White; Seller: Platinum Properties Lllp; $228,500 • 507 Timber Ridge Parkway; Buyer: Brandon & Brandee Martin; Seller: Aspen Leaf Constr LLC; $253,900
Timnath
• 3175 Majestic View Dr.; Buyer: Andrew & Becky Benz; Seller: Ww Development LLC; $271,000
• 3628 Dixon St.; Buyer: Paul & Carolyn Grubb; Seller: Savant Homes Inc; $383,000 • 6809 Rock River Road; Buyer: Matthew & Angelle Griffin; Seller: Meritage Homes Colorado Inc; $410,000 • 6861 Alister Lane; Buyer: H. & Rita Wise; Seller: Hartford Homes Inc; $591,600
Wellington • 8451 Pebble Ct.; Buyer: Robert & Sherry Phelan; Seller: Nicholas & Nick Sulkowski; $175,000 • 3525 Revere Ct. E; Buyer: Nathan & Jessica Jimenez; Seller: Shane & Erica Blake; $196,000
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• 7079 Loudon St.; Buyer: Matthew Stephens; Seller: Michael & Melissa French; $206,000
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• 8601 Secretariat Ct.; Buyer: Stephanie Irwin; Seller: Heidi M. Koehler; $237,600 • 4227 Woodlake Lane; Buyer: Michael & Melissa French; Seller: Tr Properties LLC; $308,000
Windsor
• 5468 Gulfstar Ct.; Buyer: Craig & Jody Margheim; Seller: Neil & Ann Hoffman; $356,000 • 8136 Lighthouse Lane; Buyer: Richard & Rachael Loeffler; Seller: Zach Chicoine; $400,000 • 2178 Cape Hatteras Dr., Unit 6; Buyer: Brian & Shawneen Wildman; Seller: Oleary Real Estate LLC; $169,000 • 313 Marble Ct.; Buyer: Mark & Lisa Deulen; Seller: Richard James Toft; $225,000 • 622 Denali Ct.; Buyer: Megan & Dav Mueller; Seller: Ryden & Ashley Burns; $235,000 • 640 Moonglow Dr.; Buyer: Desislava Chausheva; Seller: Henry Walker Constr Colo Hd ; $251,000
• 6901 Lee St.; Buyer: Michael & Valarie Harris; Seller: Doug & Allen Hendrix; $228,000
• 630 Moonglow Dr.; Buyer: Craig Hefti; Seller: Henry Walker Constr Colo LLC; $256,400
• 6863 Meade St.; Buyer: Ian & Sarah Willox; Seller: Sage Homes LLC; $233,900
• 548 Edenbridge Dr.; Buyer: Cameron Pursley; Seller: Ryan & Jennifer Tidwell; $262,000
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700 Greenbriar Drive in Fort Collins
3 bed 2 bath 2 car ranch style home. Directions: from Summitview and Mulberry Street go east, turn south on Greenfield Court, turn left on Pleasant Acres Drive, property is on the corner of Greenbriar and Pleasant Acres. This gem on 1/4 acre is located on a quiet street, shade from large mature trees in large fenced yard. Home has an entry living room plus a bonus family room with fireplace. Room to park your motor home & lots of storage.
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