Arcadia Sep. 10

JEN SHEEDY

Your Arcadia Neighbor & Realtor As a proud resident of Arcadia, I share our love and appreciation of our unique area. In fact, I grew up among the tree-lined streets of Arcadia that I still call home. Today, I continue my love of Arcadia as an involved mother, community activist, and real estate agent. As a real estate specialist in our neighborhood, I have the knowledge and experience to aid you in any real estate transaction. Selling? Turn to me for comprehensive market data: What’s selling, what’s not, and how to price your home properly. My marketing program is a proven component to your success. Let me tell you why. Buying? With intimate knowledge of the properties for sale in our area, I often know of fantastic values before they even hit the market. Moving up? Sizing down? Have a friend or family member that wants to make Arcadia their home too? I’m here to help! As a Realtor with The Williams Real Estate Company, I’m honored to share the company’s philosophy of philanthropy. A sizable portion of every commission I earn is donated back into our community through various charitable organizations. Let me introduce you to one such organization that holds a special place in my heart.

The Phoenix Children’s Hospital “Art Advisory” of Arizona business leaders is promoting a program in which the precious artwork of young patients is sold to raise much needed funds. Call me to learn how you can purchase artwork, or become involved as an ambassador yourself.

Mobile: 602.502.6600 / Office: 480.686.9899 jdana@cox.net

www.JenSheedy.com If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.

September 2010

A Sampling of Real Estate Activity in

ARCADIA

Address CURRENTLY FOR SALE 6711 E. Camelback Rd. #13 4430 N. 47th Pl. 3931 N. 65th St. 4123 N. 56th St. 4847 E. Calle Ventura 6629 E. Monterosa St. 4701 N. Dromedary Rd. 4616 N. 49th Pl. 5951 E. Calle Del Paisano 5195 E. Camelback Rd. 4519 E. Exeter Blvd. 6530 E. Lafayette Blvd. 4621 E. Camelback Rd. 5508 E. Exeter Blvd. 5813 E. Camelback Rd. 6421 E. Calle Camelia 5601 E. Montecito Ave. 6001 E. Lafayette Blvd. 6424 E. Exeter Blvd. 4425 N. Arcadia Ln. 5301 E. Calle Del Norte 4517 N. Rubicon Ave. 5915 E. Arcadia Ln. 6420 E. Exeter Blvd. 5130 E. Exeter Blvd.

Sq. Ft. / Bed / Bath 1914 / 2 / 2 1548 / 3 / 1.75 2693 / 3 / 2 2286 / 3 / 3 2277 / 4 / 2 2765 / 4 / 3 3829 / 4 / 3 2794 / 4 / 2.75 2817 / 4 / 3 5244 / 4 / 2.5 3572 / 4 / 4 3304 / 4 / 3 7000 / 4 / 5.5 4485 / 5 / 4 6237 / 5 / 5 4700 / 4 / 4.5 4360 / 4 / 3.5 5010 / 5 / 5 4872 / 3 / 3 9039 / 6 / 7.5 5200 / 5 / 6 7995 / 5 / 6 7500 / 6 / 6 3564 / 4 / 3 7181 / 5 / 5

SALE PENDING 5609 E. Monterosa St. 6505 E. Calle Redondo St. 4732 E. Calle Tuberia St. 6711 E. Camelback Rd. #73 6210 E. Calle Redonda 6102 E. Calle Del Media 4145 N. 49th St. 6540 E. Lafayette Blvd. 6319 E. Exeter Blvd. 4626 N. Arcadia Dr. 6040 E. Calle Del Media 6730 E. Exeter Blvd. 5914 E. Lafayette Blvd.

1520 / 3 / 2 1900 / 3 / 2 2060 / 4 / 3 2818 / 3 / 3 2383 / 3 / 2 3176 / 4 / 3.5 3650 / 4 / 4.5 3923 / 4 / 3 4695 / 4 / 5 6304 / 4 / 6 3916 / 5 / 3.5 6228 / 5 / 5 5438 / 4 / 4

List Price $499,000 $500,000 $599,000 $599,990 $649,000 $689,000 $769,000 $799,500 $895,000 $895,000 $925,000 $1,095,000 $1,200,000 $1,395,000 $1,575,000 $1,695,000 $1,799,000 $1,800,000 $1,995,000 $2,590,000 $2,600,000 $2,995,000 $3,495,000 $6,250,000 $10,990,000

Color • Texture • Finish

Paint Makes Your Rooms POP!

Landscaping Tips

Wow Your Potential Buyers

$225,000 $475,000 $495,000 $499,900 $575,000 $675,000 $780,000 $839,500 $1,150,000 $1,450,000 $1,495,000 $1,895,000 $3,375,000

RECENTLY SOLD List Price Sold Price 6433 E. Calle Camelia St. 1924 / 3 / 2 $425,000 $370,000 4618 E. Calle Ventura 2349 / 4 / 2.75 $485,000 $450,000 6115 E. Lafayette Blvd. 2323 / 4 / 2.75 $725,000 $710,000 4602 E. Calle Del Media 3693 / 4 / 3 $810,000 $810,000 4702 E. Calle Del Media 5474 / 3 / 3.5 $1,650,000 $1,219,000 All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. The properties on this list have been listed/sold by various participants in the MLS.

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A Rebel with a Cause

Robert McGrath’s Renegade Arcadia’s

Hot Real Estate Listings

A Rebel with a Cause

Q: What should a homeowner consider when choosing colors? A: Is this a color I would wear?

RENEGADE CANTEEN CAPTURES THE SPIRIT AND FLAVORS OF THE NEW WEST At Renegade Canteen, James Beard Award-winning Chef Robert McGrath takes his American-Western cuisine to new frontiers, exploring the unconventional with a bold menu served in the rustic elegance that has become a hallmark of his restaurants. Renegade Canteen’s décor is as warm and approachable as McGrath’s menu, outfitted with locally-sourced woods and a custom chandelier constructed of rusted pipes and old-time clear bulbs. Seating up to 160 guests indoors and an additional 60 on the airy patio, the restaurant also features an oversized bar and spacious cocktail area. On a daily basis, you can find a welcoming crowd seated around the bar during happy hour, which takes place nightly from 4pm-7pm. The bar menu is filled with culinary delights and creative concoctions that make it one of the most unique happy hours in the area. The bar menu includes the incredible “Buzzard Breath” chili, flavor-kicking Green Chile Pork Tacos and Grilled Chicken Flatbread topped with zesty chiles, jack cheese and plum tomato. The brilliant cocktail list is comprised of drinks such as the Sazatan, made with Sazarac, rye whiskey, Xtabentun, orange bitters and orange twist and the Shandygrath, made with Grand Canyon Pilsner, Cock n’Bull ginger beer, and vodka. The most captivating drink on the menu is the Ram Rod, which is the most Ketel One Renegade Canteen can legally serve, cold, naked, up. Credited with spearheading the American Western cuisine movement over two decades ago, Chef Robert McGrath aspires to capture not only the flavor, but also the spirit, of the American West. Renegade Canteen’s menus reflect a medley of robust and distinctive flavors that emerged from the influence of the many cultures which established the American West - Native Americans, Hispanics, cowboys and pioneers. Highlights include Pot Roast braised in ancho chile and fresh veggies, Blackened Catfish with blue crabmeat and shrimp ‘fondeaux’, or you can attempt to wrap your mitts around Bob’s Big Burger. Also offered is a selection of seasonal vegetable entrées such as Cauliflower-Grapenut Fondue with sides of butternut squash, apple, seasonal vegetables and bread or Spinach and Corn Herbed Crepes with salsa borracha. Renegade Canteen’s appetizer offerings include the undeniable Chilled Crabmeat Enchiladas topped with a mango vinaigrette and pepitas as well as Sweet Corn Risotto with grilled lobster, bacala & basil. The from-scratch soups are such decadent concoctions as tomato bisque with chile relish and mascarpone and green chile pork stew. The extensive wine list pairs perfectly with the fare and spotlights top-notch but lesser-known wines from Spain, Argentina, Italy and America. When it comes to innovative culinary experiences, Chef McGrath is a true renegade, a rebel with a cause. Renegade Canteen is located at 9343 E. Shea Blvd., in Scottsdale. For more information, please call 480.614.9400, or visit renegadecanteen.com

Q: How else can someone choose colors that they will be happy with? A: I have a system I refer to as “colorprinting.” I ask clients various questions after which I can identify what are a person’s color likes and dislikes. Through an interview system, I derive at a client’s “colorprint.” Typical question topics include hobbies, room usage, existing furniture, art, collections, room orientation (feng shui), and the client’s emotional ties to stuff. Usually astrology and a client’s profession will play into the color selection as well. Q: How do you choose colors that work together? A: Through this colorprinting process and through experience I get to what works. There are rules, but I break them. There are no clashes, just a way to balance everything. There are no wrongs, just better rights. Q: How can different paint textures evoke different moods and feelings? A: Wall textures play an important part in creating a mood. Also paint can impact that texture. A smooth texture is considered more formal and a sand or troweled texture is more informal. A professional designer or painter or faux finisher can help you achieve these textured looks.

DECORATING INSIGHTS FROM INTERIOR DESIGNER MIKE MCDANIEL OF ROBB & STUCKY Sure, painting a room sounds easy, but then it’s time for all those decisions. What color, what finish, what technique? Should you try trompe l’oeil? Should you paint those columns or leave them white? Who better to turn to than interior designer Mike McDaniel, IDS Professional with Robb & Stucky, for all our painting conundrums. Q: How can paint work as a design element? A: Paint is the most important element and yet the most inexpensive to accomplish. Paint is always the canvas we build off of to complete an environment. Q: Where should someone start when it comes to choosing paint as part of a room’s overall design? A: Identify what activity and mood you are trying to achieve. What is the end-use of the room? A relaxing room would work well with cool hues, while a television/game/ entertaining room will be best in warm hues. A room’s activities dictate the blending and range of colors.

Q: What types of faux paints are hot right now in our area? A: A Venetian plaster finish for that formal Tuscan environment, and scored, raked, or swirled in a tone-on-tone color for that informal or contemporary environment. A room’s mood comes from both texture and color. Q: What’s new when it comes to choosing a finish? A: With the new wave of less things and the green story, use an eggshell or low-sheen finish on everything. This reflects more light and highlights the canvas or walls we design on. Q: How did you choose the colors and design of the room on our cover? A: This typical dining area needed some life and intimacy. I visually brought down the ceiling by painting wide horizontal bands to make the space feel more intimate, and I enhanced the architectural features with a metallic wash of copper and pale gold. This gave the dining area some personality and balanced the elements. A little bling never hurts! Also, using my L.U.M.A. process and the principals of feng shui, I chose colors to enhance the dining experience and balance hot and cool colors to create a relaxing environment perfect for conversation. My L.U.M.A process follows a “today” design-feel using Loft, Urban, Metro and Asian influences.

LURE THEM IN WITH LANDSCAPING Considering selling your home and looking for a competitive edge? Before you assess the interiors, perhaps make some improvements to the outside. After all, when it comes to real estate, nothing says “I’m beautiful inside” better than a beautiful outside. One of the best ways to lure potential buyers in for a longer look is to wow them with the perfect landscaping. “Attracting potential homebuyers has everything to do with curb appeal,” says Andy Page owner of Arte Verde, a landscaping company in the Valley. Here, he shares some of the best tricks of the trade. 1. ADD COLOR—IN JUST THE RIGHT WAY. “A costeffective way of punching up curb appeal is to use medium-size colorful shrubs,” says Page. (Tip: Look for shrubs between two and three feet high and two feet wide.) But here’s the clincher: “Rather than planting two or three shrubs of differing varieties, use 20 of the same plant with the same bloom color,” he says. “This makes a bigger impact and defines the space well.”

2. DON’T GO OVERBOARD WITH HARDSCAPING MATERIALS. “Once you’ve decided on the plant palette, it’s helpful to include an appropriate hardscape material,” says Page. “Look for one that complements the architecture of the home, keeping the total square footage to what is functional and artistic. Too much of a good thing sometimes looks overdone.” 3. WOW ’EM WITH A WATER FEATURE. “Water features are desirable for any courtyard space,” says Page. “A fountain will take the edge off the summer heat and will be refreshing to guests as they enter your home.” Besides, what could be more relaxing—and put people more in the mood to sign on the dotted line and move in— than the tranquil sound of water flowing. Added bonus: The soothing trickle of water will help mask any unpleasant sounds, such as traffic, noisy neighbors, or barking dogs. 4. THINK TWICE ABOUT A LUSH LAWN. “The question of lawn or no lawn is one of personal preference,” says Page. “Seeing a lush green

lawn has a cooling effect for most people. However, lawns are high-maintenance elements that require lots of water.” Not such a good thing in our dry, desert environment. If you have a larger lawn, try to minimize the square footage by replacing grass with flower beds, mulched or rock areas, or special water features. 5. GO GREEN. “Any landscape can be both beautiful and environmentally conscious,” notes Page. A water-wise landscape will definitely appeal to today’s savvy and chic buyers. The features that should be included for a water-wise landscape, according to Page: an automatic irrigation timer, electric irrigation valves, a filter, a pressure compensator, half-inch poly hoses attached to each valve for the delivery system, and drip emitters for each plant and cactus (with a minimum of two adjustable emitters at the trees and palms). “The irrigation system should be configured by function and usage,” says Page. “Separate valves should be installed to service trees,

shrubs, cacti and agave, palms, raised gardens, and decorative pots. This layout will ensure that water is used efficiently and effectively, addressing all the horticultural requirements of your landscape.” 6. DON’T OVERLOOK LIGHTING. “The final feature one should consider to enhance the curb appeal of a landscape is low-voltage lighting,” says Page. “Low-voltage lighting is the icing on the cake with regards to showing off your property. It will highlight the focal points of your yard, add security, and make any landscape pleasing and complete.”

SEPTEMBER 2010 Phoenix Cooks JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort, September 4th phoenixcooks.com Indulge in delectables from over 50 local restaurants and sample from boutique wineries and microbrews. Mingle with top Valley chefs, watch cooking demonstrations on three Performance Kitchen Stages and learn in an intimate and interactive environment how to cook like a top chef! Plus, win raffle prizes fit for a foodie with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Phoenix Children’s Hospital. The Banner Health Pro-Am Golf Tournament Superstition Mountain Golf Club, September 10th 602.747.4483 | superstitionmtngc.com Golfers! Come hit the links at one of the country’s most revered golf courses at this annual event in support of Banner Health School-Based Health Centers. Individuals, foursomes and even corporate teams are invited to play. Sponsorships are also available. Ravioli Workshop Sur la Table, September 11th 480.998.0648 | surlatable.com Cooking classes at the Kierland Commons location have proven to be in high-demand. Take a break from the heat and join Anne-Marie Bianco as she instructs this hands-on class dedicated to everyone’s favorite Italian pasta – ravioli! Make reservations in advance as the classes generally fill quickly. Arizona Restaurant Week Local Restaurants, September 18th – 26th 602.307.9134 x16 | arizonarestaurantweek.com Always wanted to try that new local restaurant or anxious to revisit an old favorite? Foodies unite! During this week-long event, 150 restaurants will offer a threecourse meal of signature dishes for $19, $29 or $39 per person. Look for the wine glass icon next to a restaurant listing which indicates a drink is included in the price. Some fabulous restaurants participating this year include Modern Steak, Ocean Prime and Ruth’s Chris. Ballet under the Stars Various Locations, September 22nd – 26th 602.381.1096 | balletaz.org Spend a relaxing evening under the gorgeous Arizona sky as Ballet Arizona continues its annual seasonopening tradition with Ballet under the Stars. The entire family can enjoy a combination of classical and contemporary works in a casual setting for free. Performances are scheduled for Glendale, Sun City West, Phoenix, Fountain Hills, and Tempe. Bring a blanket, plenty of cool drinks and soak up some culture! It’s in the Bag Phoenix Art Museum, September 24th 602.257.1222 | phxart.org Bring your gal pals to this ultimate girls’ night out. Enjoy signature cocktails, appetizers and live entertainment to dance the night away. The highlight of the evening is the silent and live auctions where each item up for bid is featured in a thematic bag such as a designer handbag with theatre tickets and a gift card, or a backpack filled with the latest hiking gear.