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607 LOCHLYN HILL DRIVE | RIO | CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22902 | $474,900 Conveniently located minutes from the Downtown Mall and Rt. 29, this 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath, contemporary townhome is a must see. The gourmet kitchen is sure to impress featuring a separate gas cooktop, built in oven/microwave, quartz countertops, and reclaimed wood backsplash. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious great room with contemporary gas fireplace that opens to a composite deck that’s great for entertaining. If you’re looking to take in the views, make your way to the rooftop terrace, offering views of the mountains with over 700 square feet of rooftop deck, including an outdoor kitchen and gas grill. MLS# 527839

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Marina Ringström Named as One of Long & Foster’s Top 100 Agents Long & Foster Real Estate, the largest family-owned residential real estate company in the United States, announced that Marina Ringström, a sales associate at its Glenmore office in Keswick, Va., was named one of the company’s top 100 agents based on 2014 volume and transaction sides.

Ringström was named to the Top 100 Elite Performers list with over $24 million in closed sales. An agent for 12 years, Ringström joined Long & Foster in 2014.

Known for her extraordinary marketing and exemplary personal service, Ringström’s long-standing sales success and local reputation has placed her in the top tier of Realtors year after year.

“We congratulate Marina Ringström on being named to Long & Fos-

ter’s Top 100 Elite Performers list,” said Larry “Boomer” Foster and Gary Scott, presidents of Long & Foster Real Estate. “These top-ranking real estate professionals are a reflection of our entire team of experts, and we offer each

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of the agents on the top 100 list our gratitude for helping to make Long & Foster the leading real estate company in the Mid-Atlantic and the No. 1 family-owned real estate company in the United States.”

Jeffrey S. Detwiler, president and chief operating officer of The Long & Foster Companies, parent company of Long & Foster Real Estate, echoed Scott’s and Foster’s comments.

“We are very proud of these high-achieving agents and the levels of success they have been able to reach.

Long & Foster’s sales agents are committed to helping their clients not only to buy and sell homes, but also to make real their dreams of owning a home with the total homeownership experience,” said Detwiler. “Our agents continue to thrive in the real estate industry thanks to their motivation and drive, as well as the industry-leading suite of tools and technology and unparalleled support that comes from a full-service brokerage.”

As a former real estate marketing director and copywriter, Ringström knows what attracts buyers. Selling beautiful homes in Glenmore Country Club, Albemarle County and Charlottesville, she has worked with the area’s finest builders, architects and interior designers. Relocating

from Manhattan by way of Stockholm, Sweden in 1996, Ringström knows what home means.

“Being recognized as a top agent at Long & Foster comes only with a steadfast dedication to serving local buyers and sellers,” said Ringström. “I’m honored to be named to our company rankings and will continue to bring my customers the unparalleled service, expertise and client-first philosophy they can expect from one of the leading real estate companies in the country.”

For more information about Ringström, visit MarinaRingstrom.com or call 434-465-0035. For more information about Long & Foster, visit www.

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Charlottesville Resident wins $500 at Glenmore Country Club Open House A Charlottesville resident won a $500 gift card to Prospect Hill Plantation for attending an open house launch of the final phase of building at Glenmore Country Club. This final phase will feature homes from Dominion Custom Homes, Stanley Martin Homes and Kingma Developers. The gift card was awarded on Friday, November 20 at the building site in Glenmore.

Pictured from the left is John Kerber of Dominion Custom Homes along with

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AHIP, City Honored for Block-by-Block Charlottesville Initiative that Improved Housing for 48 Families in 10th and Page Neighborhood AHIP Home Repair Nonprofit and the City of Charlottesville were recognized on Thursday, November 19 by Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe for its Block-by-Block Charlottesville (BxBC) initiative that helped 48 low-income homeowners over a two-year period make critical repairs to their homes.

The award was presented during a luncheon held by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development at the annual housing conference in Hampton, VA. “Creating a stable place for our residents to live is a key component in our efforts to build a new Virginia economy,” said Governor McAuliffe. “These housing awards recognize outstanding and innovative efforts in crafting effective solutions for the Commonwealth’s complex array of housing needs. I applaud the winners for the great work they are doing.”

BxBC transforms housing rehab into a massive, high-visibility collaborative community effort. Homeowners in 10th and Page neighborhood struggle with aged houses, many of which were built in the early 1900s. Their homes

AHIP staff and the City’s Kathy McHugh (bottom row, second from right) receive Governor’s Housing Award for Best Housing Preservation/Revitalization Effort for work in 10th and Page neighborhood.

“We are thrilled to receive this recognition for our work in the 10th & Page neighborhood,” Jennifer Jacobs, AHIP executive director, said. “We are so grateful to the city of Charlottesville and to all of our program and philanthropic partners for joining our Block-by-Block initiative.”

About AHIP – AHIP, Charlottesville and Albemarle’s home repair nonprofit helps keep our neighbors in need safe, warm and dry in their homes. For nearly 40 years, AHIP has helped thousands of families with critical home repairs—small, urgent repairs, on up to large home rehabilitations and replacements. AHIP can build a handicap ramp for a senior citizen or a replacement home for a family living without indoor plumbing—and everything in between. For more inforn mation, visit www.ahipva.org.

NELSON WINE COUNTRY

Gre at i nve s t ment opp or t u n it y.

Situated on Rt 151 on the Wine Trail, in the heart of all the vineyards, cideries and distilleries in Nelson County.

Totally renovated, charming 3 bedroom 2.5 bath farmhouse on half an acre. Spectacular location with Blue Ridge views and easy access to Charlottesville and Waynesboro. The possibilities are endless. $224,900.

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QUARRY ROAD Great City Townhouse! Convenient to Downtown. Bright open great room with fireplace and hardwood f loors.

3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Kitchen features large island, stainless appliances and gas range. 2 car garage and good storage. Low HOA fees and utilities. $279,900

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have outdated and deficient systems, health and safety hazards, years of deferred maintenance, and inefficient and inadequate structures. The success of BxB has allowed AHIP and the City to launch Phase Two of the community revitalization project into the east side of 10th and Page and the Orangedale and Prospect neighborhoods over the next two years.

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WILLOW LAKE DRIVE

Quality new construction in Willow Lake.

Fine finishes and a f lexible f loor plan make this house a true home. Fireplaces in master bedroom, living room and family room add a cozy touch on winter nights. Granite and maple cabinets adorn a cook’s kitchen and you get to choose your appliances! During warmer weather enjoy your rooftop deck with incredible views of the mountains and lake. In law suite in basement has separate entrance.

Easy access to UVa, Martha Jeff, State Farm, CFA and SNL. $449,900

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the winner of the gift card, Michelle Pike of Roy Wheeler Realty, and Drew Holzwarth of Stanely Martin Homes.

For more information about Roy Wheeler Realty Co., please visit roywheeler.com or call 434-941-5155.

A GARDENER’S PARADISE Adjoining beautiful Mallard Lake is this lovely home with master bedroom on the main level, and huge unfinished basement for you to customize the way you want it. Home of a Master Gardener, you will be amazed at the variety of flowering trees and bushes and perennials and quiet sitting areas beside the fishpond that have been for your enjoyment. Open, bright floor plan. 4 BR, 3.5 baths. The quality shows! $525,000

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Magnificent mountain views from this high-end residence on 208 acres. This 4 BR home is bright, airy, and perfect for full-time living or the ultimate family retreat. MLS#532232 $1,650,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981-1250.

EDNAM VILLAGE

Easy walk to Boar’s Head Sports Club. 3,006 sq. ft., first floor master, spacious bedrooms, 2 FP, 9’ ceilings and large entertaining spaces. MLS#528153 $895,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863 or Macon Gunter 434.242.7772

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Two-story brick residence, 4,400 finished sq. ft. on 3.27 acres, 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 1st floor master BR suite, DR, study, Florida room/sun room offers spectacular Blue Ridge Mtn. views. MLS#529146 $989,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

Offered for sale for the first time in over 75 years, this magnificent 166+/- acre estate is nestled among other notable farms and estates in the historic Green Mountain District of southern Albemarle County.

Historic, circa 1796, main residence with original details. Pool, guest cottage, barns, equipment storage, and other outbuildings. Picturesque setting, rich farmland, and 5-acre lake. MLS#529026 $3,300,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

PARK HILL

Circa 1911 - Over a century of elegant city living.

Recently renovated, 5 BR historic home, designed by noted architect, Eugene Bradbury. The private, 2-acre site offers garden & swimming pool. MLS#536517 $1,148,000 Tim Michel 434.960.1124

IVY FARMS

European influence in this two-story brick home, lovely pastoral setting, large pond, less than 5 miles west. Great interior and exterior spaces, detached guest home w/garage below. MLS#529174 $1,195,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

RUGBY ROAD

New, grand stucco residence with 5,000+ sq. ft., 5 BR and 5 BA. Beautiful Tuscan design, superb kitchen and master suite, energy efficient and best quality materials and construction. Walk to UVA! $1,999,999 MLS#530921 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

AMMONETT FARM

Charming, circa 1879 4–5 BR renovated farmhouse on 34 acres and under 15 miles from city. Beautiful, bucolic setting, large stream, pastures, and hardwoods near Walnut Creek Park. MLS#532795 $695,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

RUGBY ROAD

Designed by Eugene Bradbury, this meticulously updated, 6 bedroom, 5.5 bath, circa 1913 residence occupies two lots of just under 2.5 acres and is within walking distance to UVA and Barracks Road. Stunning kitchen, library, wine cellar and so much more! Exquisitely restored gardens, extensive walks, brick garden walls, and two small ponds—a true oasis in the City.

MLS# 530390 $2,750,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

BELLEVUE

Classic Greek Revival, meticulously renovated 8,200 sq. ft., 6 BR, 6 BA, 10 FP, 10’ ceilings, formal gardens, mountain views, equestrian facilities, 2 cottages, minutes to Charlottesville. MLS#537630 $5,800,000 Andrew Middleditch 434.981.1410

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Terrific, north downtown residence with light-filled, gracious and spacious rooms and original details on a nearly three-quarter acre lot with separate home office or studio. MLS#515228 $789,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

EDNAM FOREST

Offering features nearly 4,000 sq. ft. with new roof, first-floor master suite, expansive terrace level, wrap-around deck, swimming pool, and garage.

MLS#530212 $695,000. Macon Gunter/Tim Michel 434.242.7772

OLD BALLARD FARMS

Several select building sites available in this quiet, family-oriented neighborhood just 4 miles west of town in the Meriwether Elementary School District.

Many choices of home styles to build. Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

LOUISA

Attractive 39+ acre lot with a mix of open and wooded land. Ideal for residential construction. Great privacy and value! MLS#536444 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Charming Colonial on almost 1 acre in Meriwether Lewis School District. 4 BR, 2 full & 2 half BA, 2,815 sq. ft. Pool, two-car attached garage. Huge, nearly level yard is perfect for children and pets. MLS#534379 $495,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

PADDOCK WOOD ROAD

127-acre horse farm in Keswick. Lovely 1.5 story stone home with 3 BR, 3BA. Beautiful mix of rolling land and mature forest. Lake, stable, barns and total privacy. MLS#529415 $1,295,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

COLES ROLLING ROAD

65 ACRE FARM - Currently grazing cattle, primarily open pastures, two creeks, small lake. Modest 3 BR contemporary, with mountain views. Priced below tax assessment. MLS#521347 $659,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

RIVER CIRCLE FARM

118 acres in Nelson County with frontage on James River. Circa 1920 restored farmhouse, pool, guest cottage, private and scenic! MLS#507998 $1,295,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

BURRUS BRANCH

Virginia farm house, built c. 1763, nestled on 5+ acres in Free Union. 6 BR, 4.5 BA, 4 FP, large wrap around porches. Guest cottage with stone FP. Beautiful, private setting. MLS#525423 $1,295,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

OUT THERE FARM

Charming, immaculate 4BR farm house in a private valley on 106 acres at the base of the historic Southwest Mtns. Stunning views of open fields, small lake & Mtns. MLS#530554 $1,950,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

GREENBRIER

Brick home on large lot in a popular city neighborhood. 3 BR, 2 full BA, office and FR, located on culde-sac and convenient to downtown, shopping, and UVA. MLS#534882 $264,900 Judy S. Campbell 434.466.6688

SCOTTSVILLE

42.26 park-like acres approx. 1.5 mi. from historic Downtown Scottsville! Includes 1 div. right.

Soil study complete. Currently in land use. Mountain view! Only 20 mi. from C’ville. MLS#530854 $347,000 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

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f you need to sell your home and the holidays are approaching, you may be concerned about the inconvenience or a possible lack of buyers that may make it a waste of time. If your home has been on the market and hasn’t sold, you may be tempted to take it off the market during the holidays and wait for the spring market in February or March. On the other hand, if you take your home off the market during this time, you may miss a unique opportunity to showcase and sell it at a time when competition is low and your home looks its best thanks to tasteful seasonal decorations such as greenery, candles and lights.

Of course, it’s not just your home that looks its best. Often whole neighborhoods are lit up and decorated in ways that are inviting to newcomers and prospective buyers. If your community has a clubhouse and other amenities, they too will be decorated

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and may be planning special events that offer a taste of what life is like for people who live there.

These kinds of special events can be very appealing to someone thinking about buying a home in your neighborhood, including all of the visitors who come for the holidays with no intention of moving, but who decide while they’re there, that your neighborhood would be a great place to live.

To take advantage of this special time of year you will, of course, need to make your home available for showings. However you can designate times and dates when the home can’t be shown or when you won’t accept calls assuring that you won’t be disturbed during family times or when you have guests or are just enjoying the season.

Your agent will communicate this information via the MLS so agents for

prospective buyers won’t bother you during these times.

The Holiday Market The end of the year is traditionally a slow time in real estate. However, many agents in our local market report say they are busy this year, and the statistics suggest this is not unusual. Over the last several years, more than 20 percent of closed sales happened in February through April, reflecting listings taken and sales contracts negotiated during the months of November through January. In other words, if you need to sell, don’t hesitate to put your home on the market now. You may be pleasantly surprised at the result.

Candice Van der Linde, with RE/ MAX Realty Specialists, said that in the last couple of years, “fall and winter markets were busier than spring and fall.” She added that in general the “scale of home sales is on the upswing,” and that “a lot of agents are very busy now.” She shared that part of the reason for this is that financing is more available now for more people than in the recent past.

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Len Mailloux, with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate III, described the December and January time frame as “very rewarding.” He has worked with a number of buyers during this time saying they were in a “much stronger position” to negotiate a good deal during this time of year. “The last two Januarys have been very good months for me,” he added.

A less active new construction market is another reason for sellers to put their homes on the market now. Van der Linde explained that in recent years resale homes have faced a lot of competition from the new homes market.

Since there is less building going on during the winter months, this eliminates some of the competition making resale homes more attractive. Of course, many of the buyers out looking during the holidays are in the market because they need to move now, and since they are unable to wait for a home to be built, they will almost certainly buy a resale.

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Holiday Buyers One reason the holidays are a good time to list a home is that the buyers are more serious. Some must buy before the end of the year for tax reasons, while others may be relocating because of work obligations.

For example Phyllis Novotny, with Roy Wheeler Realty Co., said that many doctors move July first and February first. Those who need to move in February are good candidates to be out looking in November or December. A good example is a couple she worked with recently. Both spouses are physicians hired by UVA who looked for and found a home in November.

Another source of buyers are those moving in from out of the country, many of who may not observe the same holidays we take for granted here. According to an article at realtor.com, as our real estate market has improved, there has been a concurrent increase in the number of foreign buyers along with what the author, Sam DeBord, calls “significant upticks in buyer showings and home sales around holiday periods.”

This may be why Novotny got a call from one of her sellers on a recent Christmas Eve reporting that someone had just stopped in front of his house and removed a flyer from the brochure box out front.

DeBard makes another good point about having your home on the market during the holidays. Most of today’s buyers start their home search online, and many people take time to do this during holiday and winter months when they have some time off

or weather makes it more difficult to be out driving through neighborhoods scouting out options. There is often a lot of online activity during these slower times in the market as buyers review the options and narrow their choices.

If your home is not being actively marketed during this time, these buyers will not find it.

Another plus for keeping your home on the market during the holidays is that many buyers are on vacation from work and have more time to look at homes than they do during the rest of the year. It also means they have more time to check on things like neighborhood amenities and schools.

Novotny described one couple she worked with who took time to interview all of the high school principals before deciding which school district to live in. “Usually buyers don’t have time to do that kind of thing,” she said. Since the children were out of school they also came along to look at homes Novotny said, adding, “the children got to choose the home.”

From the buyer’s perspective, one of the downsides of holiday home shopping is that inventories are often low. In other times of the year this could lead to bidding wars.

However, during the holidays the less serious buyers drop out of the market,

The holidays give sellers a unique opportunity to showcase their home at its best, and this may be the only time of year when they can use decorations to tastefully highlight its many benefits.

which means those remaining face less competition. According to Mike Peters, with Roy Wheeler Realty, Co., this often means remaining buyers find it easier to negotiate a favorable contract because many sellers are motivated and they have fewer buyers coming to them with offers.

Holiday Sellers The holidays give sellers a unique opportunity to showcase their home at its best, and this may be the only time of year when they can use decorations to tastefully highlight its many benefits. Not only that, but the holidays are also a time when most homeowner associations and club houses put out decorations welcoming to residents, visitors and prospective homeowners alike. For example, Spring Creek at Zion Crossroads will not only be festively decorated, but there will be holiday activities throughout the season for both children and adults, including a New Year’s celebration with dinner and music at Tavern on the Green at the community’s clubhouse.

Byrd Abbott, with Roy Wheeler Realty Co., said that she “does not advocate sellers pulling their house off the market during the holidays.” Rather she suggests they get seasonal decorations up right after Thanksgiving. “Some homes look

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The holidays can be a good time to sell for other reasons as well. “It’s a festive, happy time of year,” Novotny said and a time when “people are in a good mood.” All of this can make it easier to negotiate a deal that works for both parties.

With fewer homes on the market during this time of year, sellers face less competition and if theirs is in good condition and well priced, the chances of it selling increase. During the spring market when there is more competition, offers may be lower and come from buyers who are not as serious or as likely to negotiate as those out looking during the holidays.

Sellers who have already moved, leaving a vacant house, and those out of town for the holidays should definitely take advantage of this unique market. In addition to adding some holiday cheer to their house before they leave, Van der Linde suggests these homeowners make arrangements to clear away snow making sure that the main entrance is accessible. She also suggests turning off the water to prevent burst pipes, and keeping the utilities on.

If you are someone who needs or wants to sell your home, talk to your agent about putting it on the market during the holidays and take advantage of this unique opportunity to decorate for the season and sell at a time when you don’t face a lot of competition. n

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fabulous when they are decorated,” she continued.

Of course decorations need to be well thought out. Van der Linde suggests using seasonal decor to accentuate the home’s best features. For example, sellers might use holiday lights to highlight a bay window, a porch or a walkway while a nice wreath on the front door can draw attention to the home’s entrance. She cautioned that while holiday decor can make a big difference in how a home is perceived by buyers, it is important to keep it tasteful and not over do.

Mailloux explained that while he asks sellers to make everything neat for showings as always, he “doesn’t ask them to stop living in the house.” He believes that a house that feels lived in “conveys a lot about the house and shows that it is loved.” In other words, sellers can continue to enjoy their homes even when they are on the market during the holidays.

In addition to holiday decorations, sellers can also take advantage of seasonal fragrances, filling their home with the kind of scents that people associate with the season. This could be anything from the smell of fresh baked cookies, to the fragrance of evergreens or hot-spiced cider. These fragrances promote what Peters calls a “welcoming atmosphere” and when buyers experience it they are more likely to stay longer in a home imagining what it will be like for their family to enjoy it there during next year’s holiday season.

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Keswick - Glenmore European style home on elevated half-acre w/views of mtns & forests with 18 rms.

Formal DR & den, w/double French doors. Terrace level apartment, wrap deck & stone patio.

Tastefully updated, showcasing local soapstone counters, reclaimed wood, pinewood floors, South African slate, handmade sinks & stain glass sconces. Built-in bookcases & BR dressers, impressive wine rack. Full fin. bsmnt, den area, full BA, office, sep mudroom. Large rear deck. Det. 2-car garage w/storage. Professionally landscaped.

www.montaguemiller.com/mls=534315 • $699,900 • Steve King: 434. 825.5019

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114 acre mountaintop estate on private summit. Thoughtfully designed & masterfully built custom 10,000+ sq ft of living space, dramatic views from almost every room.

Brick Georgian home on 3 acres off Owensville Rd. Extended kitchen w/brkfst area, 1st floor MBR suite, high ceilings, hardwood floors, 3 car garage. Backup generator.

Extraordinary c. 1851 home sits high on a hill. Generous proportions, high ceilings, architectural details. Copper roof and landscaped year w/wrough iron fencing.

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Brick Georgian style home on 2+ gorgeous acres. New gourmet kitchen, 4 BRs, LR/family rm. DR seats 10. Brkfast room has riverstone FP. Whole house generator.

3BR 2.5BA on cul-de-sac with great back yard & wide front porch. Walking trails, pools, sports courts, fitness rm, ponds & reservoirs, playground. Spectacular views of Blue Ridge mtns.

End unit with prime location. Energy star 60 - less energy than standard houses. Garage, back deck & views. Terrace level unfin family rm. Min. to Hollymead Towne Cntr, NGIC.

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www.montaguemiller.com/MLS=537001 $299,900 • Pam Whorley: 434.227.2414

www.montaguemiller.com/MLS=536708 $235,000 • Carol Costanzo: 434.962.1419

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Elegant Colonial on 1.64 ac. Graceful entry foyer, formal LR & DR, study, conservatory, gourmet Kit, lg family rm w/FP. Fabulous MBR w/sitting room. 4 BR, 3.5 BA. 3,856 sq ft.

Move-in ready, with a flowing floorpan from kitchen to eat-in breakfast nook/sunroom, formal DR, formal LR, family room, all opening out to a screened in porch and rear deck.

Luxury carefree living in former model Gaffney home. Stateof-the-art Kit, granite counters, cherry cabinets & Bosch appliances. 2 MBR suites. Pool, exercise room & playground.

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Parcel 94-11A has 3 lots plotted/perked. Lot 94-10 plotted as 4.26 acre lot/perked. Parcels join Carrol Creek. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=517205 $295,000 • Anita Dunbar: 434.981.1421

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Convenient upscale 1 BR, 1.5 BA condo just off the Downtown Mall. Beautifully appointed. Cherry cabinets, ceramic tile, hardwood floors. 9' ceilings.

3 BR, 3.5 BA on 3.53 acres! Guest rm/4th BR w/full BA in walkout fin bsmnt. Vaulted ceilings w/skylights, FP, ss appliances, ceramic tile, quartz & granite counters. Rear deck.

www.montaguemiller.com/mls=534531 $259,000 • Brad Conner: 434.953.8124

www.montaguemiller.com/mls=533647 $314,000 • Sal Milione: 434.882.4000

KESWICK - Panoramic views of beautiful land on private 2.68 acres in gated Keswick Estates. Wooded lot w/stream. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=535108 $325,000 • S. Lisa Herndon: 434.566.5634

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LOUISA-3 BRs, 2 BAs. Built in bookcase, stone hearth. Owner's suite w/ private BA. www.montaguemiller.com/MLS=537872 $160,380 • Kyle Olson: 540.649.4131

CVILLE-Beautiful LR/DR floors, wood burning FP, fenced backyard. Convenient, in town location. www.montaguemiller.com/MLS=539105 $189,000 • Brad Williams: 434.989.7721

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FORK UNION - charming brick home, slate roof.

Nearly one level acre. Woodstove insert in FP. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=517759 $149,000 • Carter Montague: 434. 951.7156

GREENE-One level 3 BR, 2 BA. Corner lot, mature landscape. Back porch. Garage, shed. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=537978 $235,000 • Paul McArtor: 434.305.0361

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RELAX ON YOUR BEAUTIFUL large covered front porch and watch the fall colors and wildlife. Well-built home on 2.24 acs with 4-5BR/4.5BA, hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings, formal living and dining, great room with gas FP, open kitchen with bfast bar and nook with bay windows, full finished walk-out basement, 2 car garage. Quick occupancy possible. $625,000. Steve White, 242-8355. (533966)

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SMALL COTTAGE with nice views over Dyke, VA. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat in kitchen, screened back porch, covered front porch. Great value! From Ruckersville, 33 West to Right on Dyke Rd. (Rte. 810) follow to Dyke, Right on Bacon Hollow Rd., go 1/2 mile to Snow Hill Rd. House at top of hill. $140,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (537130)

ENJOY LIFE IN THE COUNTRY! This beautiful brick home over a full basement is privately located on a big 9 acre wooded lot. Custom hickory cabinets, big island and hardwood floors in the kitchen and your master bath has a 60 x 60 walk-in shower! 2 separate garage/workshops and wood stove in the basement conveys! $239,000. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (528815)

ESTATE AREA OF CARTERS BRIDGE, nearly new and in excellent condition, privately situated and beautifully positioned on an elevated plateau surrounded by mature woods. Bright open floor plan. Maple cabinets, granite counters, 2 car garage. An additional 2.99 acre adjoining lot available, see mls# 534503. $459,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (534739)

ENJOY THE FALL FOLIAGE from either of your decks, it’s beautiful! 2BR/2BA home in Madison County has a loft that could be used as a 3rd bedroom or office. Open floor plan with lots of windows and natural light, hardwood floors and large cooking friendly kitchen. 3.52 acres on a corner lot. $199,990. www.TammiCampbell.com 9852348/882-5403. (528315)

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UVACHARLOTTESVILLE CITY CONVENIENT. With Carter’s Mtn. views, open spaces and ample parking!

Spacious 3-level residence, 2BR with full baths plus 2 half baths, wood-burning FP in LR, finished lower level, deck and patio areas, light & bright interior, substantial storage area and more. $240,000. Dan Conquest 434-242-8573 dconquest@ roywheeler.com (521586)

PERFECT BRICK RANCH with 2 car garage and fenced yard located in Earlysville. The house has been updated and a new HVAC system was just installed. Very nice eat-in kitchen and laundry/mudroom area. Earlysville is just 10 miles NW of downtown Charlottesville and UVa and literally minutes from NGIC. $197,500. CharlottesvilleHOME.com Virginia Gardner, 981-0871. (537338)

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DELIGHTFUL ONE LEVEL LIVING with big fenced back yard. Located near the boat marina, this home features a great room with a vaulted ceiling and gas FP, split bedroom floor plan for privacy, recent wood floors, new carpet in the master bedroom, recent interior painting, master bathroom with double sinks. 10x12 storage building with electric and loft. $144,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (532821)

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GORGEOUS MOVE IN READY HOME with hardwood floors, 9 ft ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2 half baths, finished basement with rec room, corner lot, Salt water pool, Vinyl fence with lifetime warranty, shed, whole house Generator and so much more. $289,900 plus 5K closing costs. susanstewart76@ gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (538275)

ENJOY LIVING in the beautiful town of Orange where you can walk to downtown restaurants, shops, and food stores. This partially remodeled 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is ready for your furniture. The old charm of this home is reflected in the style for this home with its hardwood floors and other amenities such as a new heat pump in 2014. $139,900. Lee Wyatt, 540-718-3065. (535857)

FULLY REMODELED carriage home in Carrsbrook.

Millwork throughout in the form of crown molding, bead board and wainscoting is apparent while original hardwood floors pave the way. Upgrades include custom cabinetry, ceramic stone accents, a man cave, fenced backyard and actual tree house! $399,000 Simone Kerber Alley, 760-0076. (538823)

PRACTICALLY NEW, energy efficient 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in the Old Trail Village Center. The front porch overlooks a special common area/park.

Enjoy incredible mountain views from the open feel front and back porches. $579,000. Beth Bassett, 9874801/205-4323. (538500)

A CHARMING ENGLISH country style house on 2+ acres in beautiful NW Albemarle. The floorplan boasts 1st floor master suite with tray ceiling, great room with gas FP, built-ins & large deck, eat-in area adjoining the modern kitchen & enclosed porch and a large bonus room over the garage. Priced below assessment and irresistible at $499,500. Erika Buckman, 981-1868/951-5166. (527537)

DRAMATIC VIEWS from stunning home inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright. Enjoy Rivanna River views and sunsets over the Carter Mountain range from several rooms and the gazebo. All brick home in immaculate condition with highest quality finishes. Tall ceilings. 1st floor master & guest suites. Very private while in the gated community of Glenmore. $895,000. Jim@ JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (529334)

WONDERFUL LIKE NEW HOME. Immaculate and move in ready. Many upgrades when built. Enjoy the open floor plan, which includes a first floor office. Upstairs features a large finished bonus room. The unfinished basement offers more opportunity to expand the living space. There’s an irrigation system for the lawn. $379,500. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581.

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BEAUTIFUL ROLLING ACREAGE with Blue Ridge Mountain views. There is a stocked pond for your enjoyment. All that is needed is your imagination and a good builder. There are no covenants, restrictions or HOA fees on this property. This lot was previously perked for a 3 bedroom home. $142,500. www.

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MINUTES FROM ZION CROSSROADS, Fluvanna’s best kept secret! Gorgeous subdivision, backing to farms. Rec center, walking trails, coming soon! Build now with one of our builders or wait, the choice is yours! $65,000. susanstewart76@ gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (513105, 533668)

SPREAD OUT on this nearly 25 acre parcel in the heart of Dyke Va. Property is gently rolling. Primarily wooded but offers some elevated house sites with Northwestern views of the Virginia countryside. $169,000. Other lots available. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (537323, 322)

ATTRACTIVE 21 ACRE PARCEL in the White Hall area of Albemarle County on Garth Road about 12 minutes from Barracks Road Shopping Center.

Several home sites. Plenty of pasture and a perennial stream runs along the southern boundary. $548,000.

Ginger Ashcom 978-1066/953-8045. (516620) Additional acreage available.

10 ACRES of mature woodland at the intersection of Touchstone Lane and Chapman Road in Southern Greene County close to the Albemarle County line and just minutes from Stanardsville and Ruckersville. All wooded, this land has pastoral views to the East and Northeast. $100,000. Ginger Ashcom 978-1066/953-8045. (516617)

THIS 92 ACRE PARCEL just North of Earlysville has been selectively harvested in areas with good roadbeds accessing 2 beautiful hilltop home sites. Creek frontage plus mountain views – great potential! $515,000. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (536889)

GENTLY ROLLING 3/4 acre building lot on a quiet street in Stanardsville. Very convenient location, just down Rectory Lane from the Greene PVCC building, but has a very country feel! Purchaser may have the option of hooking into either water, sewer, or install separate well and septic if desired. A great spot for a new home! $33,000. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (520572)

JAMES RIVER ROAD BUILDING LOT. Beautiful land parcel of 23.70 acres in Southern Albemarle on the road to Howardsville. Road frontage on James River Road. Good agricultural land with a mix of open land and hardwood forest. $175,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (503483)

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ANTIOCH GLEN. This new construction Wallace floor plan offers four bedrooms, 2.5 baths on 2.44 acres. Builder’s special with lots of upgrades, fireplace, 10 x 16 deck, 8” round columns to name a few. To be built, similar to photo. $255,800. Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (510755)

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A Virginia Tradition Since 1927 Ednam Hall • Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 Ph (434) 951-5155 • F (434) 951-5190 homes@roysheeler.com • www.roywheeler.com

HOLLY HILL was designed by Milton Grigg with incredible attention to detail. The 6.7 acres boast total privacy, pond, pool, cottage & garage with apt. all located on the 16th Fairway of the Farmington CC Golf course. The home has large well-proportioned rooms, the grounds are both formal and informal. $3,750,000. Jane Porter Fogleman Jane@foglemangroup.com 981-1274. (521055)

CHARMING 3 BEDROOM 1132 sq ft residence known as the “bunk house” situated on 12+ acres with fencing in place for animals, Charming barn, workshop and several additional outbuildings. This property is part of a larger 108+/- farm so additional land is possible (see mls 538938) including some with river frontage. $229,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 242-8355. (538936, 38, 43)

TRIPLE J & J RANCH. Situated along the banks of the Tye River, this beautiful and very private 108 +/- acre farm is comprised of 4 parcels. Enjoy a mile of frontage along the Tye River along with your own island! Land is a mix of elevated sites set amongst mature hardwoods, with year round views of the river. $829,500. Steve White, 2428355. info@stevewhiterealtor.com (538189)

OWN YOUR VIEWS! Just north of Earlysville this 264 acres of protected countryside provides breathtaking views of lush open pastures, your historic circa 1886 home, 18 stall barn and more. Miles of riding trails – a horse-lover’s dream! $1,950,000.

Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (539116)

HOMESTEAD FARM. A true Virginia Country House.

Main residence features expansive master suite, gourmet kitchen w/FP, den, dining, home office, porches, veranda, breakfast room & sun porch overlook large pond. 8-stall stable, board-fenced paddocks w/water & sheds, extensive landscaping & pear orchard. $3,750,000. Duke Merrick, 962-5658. (531395)

WHITE HALL. Magnificent mountain views NW of Charlottesville! Great living spaces, separate apartment over 3 car garage, rooftop porch, large deck, & lovely pool & hot tub all with great views during the day & starlight nights. Almost 36 fairly level acres would provide for a stable, pastures &/or vineyard. $1,475,000. Ginger Ashcom 978-1066. (530702)

ATTRACTIVE BUILDING PARCEL of 2.43+/acres in Southern Albemarle on Langhorne Road.

Gently rolling open meadow overlooking the pond next door in an area of significant farms and estates just 30 minutes to Charlottesville. Good value. $37,500. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner. com (502522)

ON THE ROAD to Barboursville you find this 2.31 acre building parcel located in Southwind Estates in NE Albemarle Cty. Parcel is elevated with spectacular year round views of the Blue Ridge Mountains along with the Southwest Mountains serving as the backdrop. 15 minutes from Cville and UVa this parcel is priced to sell. $199,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 242-8355. (537702)

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Rich in character, c.1880. Private, featuring 3 bedrooms, an elevator and backup generator. Old boxwoods, springs, barns and fencing on 32 acres in Advance Mills. Open and wooded, frontage on Swift Run.

Exquisite Albemarle Mansion of over 10,000 sq. ft. (9)BR, (11)BA, (4)kitchens.

Elevator, theater, pool, pool house, separate guest quarters, and pond on 21 acres. Convenient Earlysville location. $3,450,000. MLS#513246

Make this your Country Home in Albemarle! Gently rolling and partially fenced 20 acre farm. Restored 1893 farmhouse, 1st floor master, wraparound porch. 4 car garage with apartment above, cottage with caretaker in place!

Pond and barns. $675,000. MLS#530063

Excellent location between the reservoir and the airport, this old estate home on 5+ dividable acres, is ideal for new home and renovated guest cottage. Magnolia, boxwood, dogwood and holly from bygone years. Board fenced meadow and woods for privacy.

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1777 Franklin Drive Immaculate 5 BR family home, completely upgraded with new floors, kitchen, baths, and fresh paint. Attached 2 car garage and finished basement with custom home theater and whole house professional sound system.

Tranquil setting on 2 acres, with fabulous salt water pool and covered pavilion, overlooking the fenced shady lawn of the back yard. $545,000. MLS#534485

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OLD LYNCHBURG FARM Located just 6 miles to town, this 123+ acre farm, both open hayfields and LAFAYETTE wooded land enjoys long frontage A stunning home of exceptional quality. The 91+ acres of pristine pasture and woodland provides a blank canvas for one to create the perfect country on the Hardware River. Ample water, some fencing, pretty land. estate. Prime Keswick location, in a completely private setting, convenient to town, and I-64. $795,000. MLS#522768 ED PR U IC C E TI O N

Handsome brick, 4BR home is grand and very comfortable. First floor master, sweet kitchen with fireplace, 2 laundries, pool, guest cottage on 21 acres of hardwoods, meadow and creeks.

ESTATE AREA OF CARTERS BRIDGE 5BR, 3 1/2BA, nearly new and in excellent condition, 3.5 acres privately situated and beautifully positioned on an elevated plateau surrounded by mature woods. Bright open floor plan. Maple cabinets, granite counters, 2 car garage. $459,000 MLS#534739

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Meticulously restored historic neoclassical brick residence, c. 1842, enjoying an elevated setting in Scottsville. Walk to the James River, taverns, restaurants, shops, and library. Exquisite finishes of museum quality. In excellent condition.

With detached garage. $445,000. MLS#523101

Embracing a classic Albemarle chestnut log cabin c. 1821, this artfully crafted 5BR home features natural materials, excellent craftsmanship, top of the line appliances, library, and luxurious heated soaking tub in first floor master. 63 acres, guest cottage, stable, and pond.

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Although the data revealed that buyers used a variety of resources to search for a home, overwhelmingly, 92 percent used the Internet to find the home they eventually purchased. When buyers were specifically asked where they first learned about the home they purchased, 43 percent stated the Internet.

If you are in the market for a new home or selling an existing one, learning about some of these Internet tools could save you time and money.

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Online Tools for Purchasing and Selling a Home In the past decade, the Internet has changed the way buyers look for property, and how sellers are marketing their homes. With Internet websites like Zillow, Realtor.com and Trulia, buyers quickly can narrow their search and get a general idea of what they actually can afford. Anne Burroughs, REALTOR® at Montague, Miller & Co. (www.anneburroughs. com), says that potential buyers should use the information from these sites with caution because sometimes the information is not always accurate.

However, when it comes to Realtor. com there is an exception. According to Burroughs, Realtor.com gets its data directly from the MLS system (in other words, REALTORS® themselves) and the information is always correct.

She goes on to say that the other sites generally pull their data from a variety of public sources, and in many instances the homes that are advertised for sale actually are either sold or up for auction as part of a foreclosure.

Jim Bonner, Associate Broker at Roy Wheeler Realty Co. (www.jimbonner. com), says that with so many new in-

House Browsing: novations in the industry to aid buyers, sellers and brokers, anyone with a cell phone, laptop, Ipad or personal computer can access resources to help them buy or sell a home. According to Bonner, proprietary websites and search engines allows consumers to see every aspect of a property both inside and outside. And in many instances, drone photos have been used to showcase property adding an interesting perspective to house hunting. In addition, electronic signatures are made easy for routing contracts to attorneys, banks, brokers, buyers and sellers, Bonner adds.

With the use of Internet tools for house browsing, some buyers and sellers consider open houses obsolete because houses can be viewed 24/7 providing a buyer with information such as plats, covenants, and restrictions to bolster their investigations. These real estate online tools can even connect REALTORS® to foreign clients inter-

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ested in the American market. “Most recently, we entertained international clients after we provided a dedicated and interactive proprietary website we crafted about one certain property, which incorporated Google Earth to provide satellite and aerial inspection,” says Bonner.

If you are looking to build a new home, Burroughs suggests visiting the builders’ website. There you will find comprehensive information that in-

cludes floor plans and a variety of elevations. Burroughs likes to send clients to sites like Houseplans.com because they offer floor plans that help potential buyers visualize and come up with ideas of what they want for their custom built home. Furthermore, buyers are able to educate themselves about green features by visiting sites like LEAP or EnergyStar.

Online mortgage calculators are another useful Internet tool that help buyers establish a budget during the house hunting process. Although most buyers have an idea of how much they can afford to pay for a mortgage each month, the challenge comes when figuring out how much house they can actually afford. Incorporating the use of an online mortgage calculator can help them translate the monthly payments, plus the down payment, into a reasonable budget when house hunting, says Burroughs.

With so many new innovations in the industr y to aid buyers, sellers and brokers, anyone with a cell phone, laptop, Ipad or personal computer can access resources to help them buy or sell a home.

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Janet Thomson is a freelance writer, copywriter and military wife residing in Charlottesville.

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When Burroughs takes on a new buyer, she sets up a custom website through Client Connect. Client Connect allows her to search for all homes that fit within the parameters populated to the site, giving her the ability to classify those listings into three categories: favorites, possible and rejected. “It notifies me when they have completed the sort, or when new homes come up for sale that fit those criteria,” she says.

“This site is password protected and just for them and me, so it’s a great place to see all the possibilities at once without having to redo the search every time.”

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How REALTORS® Use Online Tools to Help Clients Buy and Sell Homes

Zillow is another real estate app Burroughs like to use in the earlier stages of the house hunting process.

For example, the app can provide information such as how much a house recently sold for. This can be extremely beneficial for buyers shopping within a specific budget or for a particular type of house. Furthermore, Burroughs considers this app her client’s reality check because she can instantly pull up public records for the home, often revealing that it’s not within their set budget. This essentially saves the buyer “a lot of headaches and heartaches.”

For sellers, she uses a portal like Postlets, which allows her to enter a listing and have it appear on dozens of websites instantly.

In the past decade, online real estate services have changed the way buyers look for homes, and how sellers market their properties. Today, there is an abundance of online resources to help narrow your search for finding and purchasing a home, or quickly getting your home virtually uploaded to the Internet, making the digital house browsing experience more convenient.

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When it comes to sellers, online tools are great for helping them prepare their house for the market, according to Burroughs. For example, if a seller wants to do some fixing up, soliciting the help of websites like Houzz.com for inspiration for projects like the right color to repaint a room or landscaping ideas can save you a lot of time and effort. Beyond that, Burroughs finds that online tools are not as necessary for the sellers.

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