Albany Herald Real Estate Showcase - January 22, 2012

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Bathroom remodeling ideas:

from small to total overhaul

(ARA) - Ready to give your bathroom a facelift, but can't decide what changes to make? From tubs to toilets to tile, the sky is the limit when it comes to bathroom renovations, even if budget is not.

Whether you are planning some small do-it-yourself changes, or a major overhaul, here are some fresh ideas for bathroom remodeling that will help you build the smart, stylish, and functional bathroom of your dreams.

Start living large Feeling crowded in a small bathroom? For a small-budget fix-up, replace

your old spacewasting vanity with a smart open-design style that maximizes storage, while visually opening up the room. If your project is major and you are opening the walls, replace your floormounted toilet in favor of a wall-mounted toilet, such as Porcher Solutions Dual Flush toilet, which stows the water tank behind the wall. The Porcher Solutions toilet is water-wise, as well as space-savvy, and the EverClean surface inhibits the growth of stain and odor causing bacteria, mold and mildew on the surface.

Focus on your faucet If you have a small budget, making a simple change like updating a bathroom faucet and accessories can still have a dramatic impact on the style of the room. Faucets with the Speed Connect drain can be installed in minutes, and reflect any decor choice, from traditional to minimalist in popular finishes such as oil-rubbed bronze and polished chrome. Change light fixtures and drawer pulls to match your faucet, splurge on some updated colors for towels and rugs and you have a beautiful before-and-after makeover of your very own.

Think accessible A bathroom remodel is a great time to invest in fixtures that will allow you and your loved ones to remain independent in your home through illness, aging or other unforeseen events. The best products also work great and feel terrific in the here and now. A taller, Right Height toilet is a luxurious comfort. If you rarely use your bathtub, it can be easily replaced with an acrylic seated-safety shower unit that simply slides into your existing tub recess. Optional acrylic surrounds are easy to install and easy to keep clean, while the integral seat provides a safe option for both bathing and shaving.

Go green to save green The cost of water will be rising, so get ahead of the curve by choosing toilets, faucets and showerheads that carry the EPA's WaterSense certification label.

The label assures that you won't be sacrificing performance. Visit www.responsiblebathroom.com for a wide range of WaterSense-certified products and a handy calculator so you can watch your water, and money, savings add up.

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Tips to make a toddler's room sustainable

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(ARA) - Whether you've been taking steps toward green living or you're a newbie and want to jump start your efforts and reduce your carbon footprint on earth, one area of opportunity is your toddler's room.

Two interior design instructors from The Art Institutes share how to make your toddler's room sustainable.

"Sustainability is a popular subject, and most experts in design agree sustainability has to be a way of living and incorporated into our every day," says Kristina Held, interior design instructor at The Art Institute of Charlotte. "Wooden toys are a small investment and a good place to start." Held recommends Plan toys or Haba toys which are wood and naturally antibacterial.

Wo oden toys : Even Kourtney Kardashian promotes

wooden, sustainable toys as opposed to plastic toys on her "mommy blog."

Some of the top reasons to buy wooden toys:

* Conserve energy: It takes more energy and fuel to make plastic toys. * Plastic toys are made with chemicals - and we all know how toddlers tend to stick toys in their mouths.

ular at the moment, and it is also a renewable resource." A blend of cottons with acrylic and rayon make great upholstery fabrics, Held says.

Worried about the softness to the touch? Cotton textiles that are brushed are soft on toddler's skin, and so are terry clothes made of hemp and cotton. Try to avoid dyes.

Cotton is the best for preventing irritated skin and breakouts, and it is also easy to clean.

* Wooden toys are durable compared to plastic toys (you also don't have to replace batteries).

Repu rpo sing f urnit ure:

F a br i cs :

If you're taking the room from baby to toddler-friendly, Spewock recommends repurposing your furniture.

"Get creative by converting the crib into a bed by taking off the railings and use old wooden boxes as shelving," Spewock says. Go the shabby chic route by sanding an old desk and painting it white or a pastel color.

Then, remove some of the paint with a cloth for an old/distressed look and feel. Saw off half of the table's legs to make a toddler-accessible play/work area, Spewock says.

Fl oo ring an d c arp eting:

Consider bedding, curtain treatments and upholstery. "Think about choosing natural fibers such as linens and bamboo," says Kelly Spewock, interior design department director at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. "Bamboo is the most pop-

Carefully consider flooring and carpeting because toddlers are just a few feet off the floor and on their hands and knees all day.

"Carpets are tough. You have to constantly steam clean to get rid of the dust mites and dirt they collect.

Toddlers are breathing the dust, dirt and the glues on wall to wall

carpeting," Held says. Carpets with natural fibers create less off-gassing (toxins and glue coming from the carpets and furniture). She recommends Amtico floors which can be made to resemble wood, tile, stone and linoleum. But nothing beats wood flooring, Held says. Again, it is naturally antibacterial, easy to clean and warm to bare skin.

Ta ke su sta ina bil ity to the w al ls : Spewock recommend Zero-VOC paint which has no off-gassing and is water-soluble. Paint gives off fumes just like the glue in furniture and fabrics in the carpets. "Ten years ago you'd pay twice as much for environmentally friendly paint. Now, it's affordable and much more common," Spewock says.

S ho w and tel l: Educate children through design and teach them through example, recommend both Spewock and Held. Introduce green plants and teach your toddler how to take care of them, Held says. Plants get rid of toxins you don't want in your air.

Consider maximizing the natural light in your toddler's room. "It's been proven in a classroom setting that children stay awake, more alert, and they are generally happier when exposed to natural light," Held says. Expose

See Toddler, page 12

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INSURANCE COSTS PROPERTY TAXES Home Value

Contents Value

Monthly Premium

$100,000

$80,000

$24

125,000

100,000

28

150,000

120,000

32

175,000

140,000

36

200,000

160,000

40

225,000

180,000

44

250,000

200,000

49

Home Value $

60,000

Lee

$

7581

$

7539

$

6749

$

7249

$

5949

$

10468

10052

8999

9666

7932

7092

100,000

13086

12565

11249

12082

9915

8866

150,000

19629

18848

16873

18124

14873

13299

200,000

26172

25131

22498

24165

19831

17732

32715

31414

28122

30206

24789

•

Maximum Mortgage Payment

22165

Calculations based on 2002 mileage rate -- monthly payments multiply value of home times 40%, multiply answer time mileage rate divide by twelve for monthly payment These are ESTIMATED tax rates. They are based upon 2002 millage rates for each city and county and include school tax. The Homestead Exemption discount is not included.

Maximum •• Monthly Debt

House Value † 30 Year Mortgage

House Value‡ 15 Year Mortgage

$1,600

448

576

65,164

50,028

1,800

504

648

73,309

56,281

2,000

560

720

81,455

62,535

2,200

616

792

89,600

68,788

2,400

672

864

97,745

75,042

2,600

728

936

105,891

81,295

2,800

784

1,008

114,036

87,549

3,000

840

1,080

122,182

93,802

3,200

896

1,152

130,327

100,056

3,400

952

1,224

138,473

106,309

3,600

1,008

1,296

146,618

112,563

3,800

1,064

1,368

154,764

118,816

4,000

1,120

1,440

162,909

125,070

4,200

1,176

1,512

171,055

131,323

4,400

1,232

1,584

179,200

137,577

Subject To Change Upon Short Notice

5319

HOW MUCH HOUSE CAN YOU AFFORD? Monthly Gross Income

MORTGAGE RATES

Mitchell

Monthly Payment

80,000

250,000

Based on 1999 Brick Veneer home in Albany. Includes replacement contents with $300,000 Liability. Has $500 deductible. Compliments of Copelan Insurance Agency, Inc.

Dougherty

Albany Leesburg Smithville County County County

30-YEAR 15-YEAR 1-YEAR ADJUSTABLE RATE (No Points) FHA and/or VA (30-Year) FHA and/or VA (15-Year) FIXED FIXED Life of USDA RATE Rate Annual Loan Margin 30 yr. Points 15 yr. Points 100% RATE

LENDER

(No Points) (No Points)

AB&T National Bank 229-446-2265

Cap

Rate

Cap

Rate

30 yr.

3.875

3.25

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.50

0

4.00

3.50

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.50

0

Colony Mortgage Corp 229-436-9000

3.75

3.00

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.50

0

Assurance Mortgage 229-420-8225

-

-

-

-

3.50

0

3.50

0

Ameris 229-434-4555

3.875

3.00

First State Bank of Leesburg 229-759-6622

3.875

3.25

Flint Community Bank 229-903-1400

3.75

3.125

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.50

0

Heritage Bank 229-878-2021

3.875

3.25

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.50

0

Northside Mortgage 229-878-1499

3.625

3.0

3%

2.75

6

2.75

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.00

0

Regions Mortgage Inc. 229-434-6817

3.750 3.125

Suntrust Mortgage Inc. 229-430-5494

3.75

2.99

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.50

0

Synovus Mortgage 229-430-7037

3.875

3.25

-

-

-

-

3.75

0

3.50

0

4.00

4,600

1,288

1,656

187,345

143,830

Rates can be reduced with discount points. Rates are subject to change upon short notice, and discount points could

4,800

1,344

1,728

195,491

150,084 156,337

change frequently. One discount point is equal to one percentage point of the loan amount and is paid when the loan is closed. Most lenders have a variety of programs. ORIGINATION FEE IS NORMALLY ONE ADDITIONAL POINT, BUT CAN VARY. Maximum amount for conventional loan is $417,000. To Participate in the column, call 888-9333.

For information on specific mortgage programs call The Lender.

5,000

1,400

1,800

203,636

5,200

1,456

1,872

211,782

162,591

5,400

1,512

1,944

219,927

168,844

5,600

1,568

2,016

228,073

175,098

5,800

1,624

2,088

236,218

181,351

• Determined by multiplying gross wages by .28, a common method used by lending institutions.

•• Determined by multiplying gross wages by .36, a common method used by lending Institutions. † Based on an average interest rate of 7.5% ‡ Based on an average interest rate of 7.25% This table is intended only as a guide. For more specific information, contact a local lending institution.

ELECTRICAL & NATURAL GAS COMPANIES City of Albany Georgia Power Mitchell EMC Sumter EMC 883-8330 436-3304 436-0070 759-2291 TELEPHONE www.att.com

AT&T Residential 888-757-6500 Business 866-620-6000

INTERNET PROVIDERS AT&T (Dial-up 800-436-8638) (DSL 800-263-0241) www.att.com Plantel 1-800-342-7564 SurfSouth 878-6008 RECYCLING

Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful 430-5257

SCHOOL INFORMATION Dougherty County Public School System 431-1264

Lee County School System 229-903-2100

DAILY NEWSPAPER (circulation dept.) 888-9322 OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS Driver’ s License Bureau 430-4251 Automotive Tag Office 431-3255 Voter Registration 431-3247 Correct Time 436-6121 Albany-Dougherty Chamber of Commerce 434-8700

To Advertise in the Real Estate Showcase contact Daniel Bryan at 888-9392

MORTGAGE PAYMENTS CALCULATOR Monthly interest, interest payments for 30-year, fixed rate mortgage. Escrow payments for taxes, insurance not included. Payments are rounded to the nearest dollar.

4.50% 4.75% 5.00% 5.25% 5.50% 5.75% 6.00% 6.25% 6.50%

$50,000

$252

260

268

276

284

292

$300

$308

$316

60,000

309

317

325

333

341

350

360

369

379

70,000

365

373

381

389

397

409

420

431

442

80,000

422

430

438

446

454

467

480

493

506

90,000

479

487

495

503

511

525

540

554

569

100,000

536

544

552

560

568

584

600

616

632

110,000

593

601

609

617

625

641

660

677

695

120,000

649

657

665

673

681

700

719

739

758

130,000

706

714

722

730

738

759

779

800

822

140,000

763

771

779

787

795

817

839

862

885

150,000

820

828

836

844

852

875

899

924

948

160,000

876

884

892

900

908

934

959

985

1011

170,000

933

941

949

957

965

992

1019

1047

1075

180,000

990

998

1006

1014

1022

1050

1079

1108

1138

190,000

1047

1055

1063

1071

1079

1109

1139

1170

1201

200,000

1104

1112

1120

1128

1136

1167

1199

1231

1264

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KITCHEN

DINING ROOM BREAKFAST NOOK

MASTER SUITE

1 OF 3 GUEST BEDROOMS

1 OF 3 GUEST BEDROOMS

GUEST BATHROOM

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Tranquility on the Water

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■ Article & Photos by JENNIFER KING | jennifer.king@albanyherald.com

circle drive leads to a grand staircase on the front of this week’s featured home.

Atop the two-tiered stairs is a huge wrap around porch. This beautiful four bedroom, two and half bath home is situated on a 1.25 acre lot on the water in Lee County.

The front door opens onto a large two-story foyer with hardwood floors. Located in this area is a quaint half bathroom, which is perfectly placed for guest use.

To the right of they foyer is a sunny dining room. A bay window floods the room with natural light. A unique chandelier is situated at the center of the room. There is a built-in shelf that would be a nice place to store a cookbook collection or to showcase decorative items. From the crown molding down to the Berber carpet, this room is full of beautiful details.

A large opening leads into the kitchen. Antiqued white cabinets line the walls and provide plenty of storage space for all of those kitchen necessities. The white appliances blend nicely with the cabinets. A darker countertop adds a touch of contrast to the space and tons of prep area. Dividing the kitchen from the breakfast nook is a breakfast bar that could seat at least three.

In the breakfast nook you will find another bay window, which overlooks the backyard and the water. Just off of this eating area is a roomy laundry room that has cabinets for storage and a bar for hanging clothes.

The breakfast nook is completely open to a huge living room. The Berber carpet that we saw in the dining room continues in this space. The focal point of the room is a stone fireplace that is situated at an angle. At BACK OF HOME the rear of the room is a set of french doors that lead out to a 12 x 12 deck.

The House Appeal The master suite is located downstairs off of the living room.

The master bedroom is extremely spacious and has a set of french WHERE: 226 RIVER BRIDGE ROAD, LEE doors, which lead to the back deck. This suite houses a large walk-in Interior closet with an organization system and a spa-like bathroom.

■ Bedrooms: 4 The master bathroom is a retreat from the world with its huge ■ Bathrooms: 2.5 jetted tub. There is a separate shower stall and a double vanity, ■ Details: Kitchen with antiqued cabinets, which is great for getting ready for work quickly in the morning. white appliances and breakfast bar; Dining Upstairs you will find the additional three guest rooms and a room with bay window, unique chandelier, and full bathroom. Located directly at the top of the stairs is a large bedbuilt-in shelves; Large living room with fireroom with a beautiful arched window and a huge closet. To the left place; Master suite with private bathroom and and the right of this bedroom are the additional bedrooms that mirror walk-in closet; Master bathroom with double each other in design. Both rooms have a cozy alcove that could be vanity, jetted tub, and separate shower; three utilized in any number of ways. This alcove is flanked on either side additional bedrooms upstairs. by closets. Located in one of these bedrooms is a door that leads to more storage space in the attic. Centrally located among the upstairs Exterior ■ Details: Huge 1.25 acre lot on the water; bedrooms is a guest bath with a single vanity and a shower/tub three car garage with storage space; large combo. back deck; wrap around front porch; dock with Outside there is a three car garage with storage space and a electricity and water. back deck with two flights of stairs that lead down to the immense backyard. Located at the back of the lot is a good-sized dock on the More Information water. This dock has both electricity and water, so it’s a great spot for ■ Square Footage: approx 2,337sq ft fishing or just enjoying the peacefulness of the water.

■ Price: $259,900 If you are interested in having a private tour of this property, ■ Contact: Vickie Giles-Griffin please contact Vickie Giles-Griffin of RE/MAX of Albany at her office: Office: (229) 317-4134 (229) 317-4134 or on her cell: (229) 894-2424. This spacious home Cell: (229) 894-2424 would be a great place for a family to live and have fun year round!

THREE CAR GARAGE

BACK DECK

DOCK ON THE WATER

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Display Ad Deadline: Wed., 5:00pm

Display

888-9392

Mobile Homes

Real Estate for Rent

For Rent .........................................600 For Sale..........................................601 Lots for Rent ..................................602 Lots for Sale...................................603 Supplies/Equipment .......................604

Acreage ..........................................650 Commercial Property .....................651 Condominiums/Townhouses .........652 Duplexes ........................................653 Furnished Apartments....................656 Furnished Homes ...........................657 Hunting Leases ..............................658

600

600

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

14W, Furnished, 2BR/2BA, CH&A, Conv. MCLB/Miller, $375/mo + dep. 776-3962

WORTH CO., Doublewide 3BR/2BA $500/Mo $600/Dep 229-344-7777

2, 3, & 4 BR Clean w/AC, $300/mo and up, $250 deposit Call 436-7108

601

2BR/1BA, CH&A, Appl., carpet & tile, $265/mo $250 dep.

Eastside. Call 888-7900

1996 28x68 Grand Manor MH, over 1900 sqft, stone fireplace, new architectural shingle roof, heart pine floors, located in Mitchell Co. Buyer must move. $30,000. Call 229-886-4369

2BR & 3/BR East Albany, $345/mo, $250/dep. Free water.

229-869-0704 2BR, CH/A, appliances, in quiet park. $265 mo./ $250 deposit.

439-8841.

3BR/2BA, Lee Co., $530 dep $530/mo. Call 229-349-1001 DOUBLEWIDE 3BD, 2 BA $475 month $250 security deposit 776-3020 or 776-7750 LEE 3BR/2BA DW, RTO, $595/mo 888-2000/881-2000 No Deposit! Affordable, Unbelievable & Prorated rent. 2 & 3BR. Honest Al 229-854-2911 TAX TIME AGAIN!! Bring your check in and get a FREE Months Rent. 2/2 & 3/2. Call Rick 229-299-5001 or find us @ PineBluffCountryEstates.com

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

2007 Destiny 16x80 3BD 2BA screened porch (Florida room) carport, for sale or rent $37,500 or $650 per month, gated community 50 & older 888-0068 ATTN: LAND OWNERS, Our New Home Your Land. Land Improvements included. No Cost Contruction package. Call Jacob 229-888-9285 LEE, RTO Move-in Now, pay down with tax return. 881-2000

603

Office Space ...................................660 Resort Property..............................663 Retail Space ...................................664 Roommate Wanted ........................666 Room .............................................667 Rental Property Needed .................668 Unfurnished Apartments ................673 Unfurnished Homes .......................679 Warehouses/Mini Warehouse ........681

MOBILE HOME LOTS FOR SALE

Lots in: Worth 1⁄2 to 5 AC; Mitchell 3⁄4 to 10 AC; Colquitt 2 to 6 AC; Terrell 20 to 72 AC. Owner financing. No credit check 229-776-4750

651

COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS

FOR LEASE. Office located at 1125 Dawson Rd. Approx. 1300 sq. ft. Call 229-343-0900.

FOR LEASE. Office located at 11 2 9 D a w s o n R d .

229-343-0900.

Acreage Over 75.............................701 Acreage Under 75 ..........................702 Commercial Buildings ....................703 Commercial Lots............................704 Condominiums/Townhouses .........705 Duplexes ........................................706 Homes Sites...................................707

DUPLEXES

LEESBURG, BRAND NEW, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1375 sq. ft duplexes 869-0607 ✭ SPECIAL ✭ 1 & 2 BR Apt. $400-$450 All Appl. Avail now 229-430-0166

656

FURNISHED APARTMENTS

1, 2 BR, Stove, fridge, Downtown. w/utilities, $85/wk. + dep. 435-7646

660

OFFICE SPACE

653

DAWSON RD Retail/ Office Space 250-7,200 Sq.Ft. Call 432-7899

DUPLEXES

1600 ANTIOCH, $450, 1st mth Free. Police, Firemen, Military extra discount. 439-8207

602

401-B Station Crossing 3BR/2BA GRFA, $525/Mo $500/Dep 483-0403 LEE 2BR/2BA, 1BR/1BA, No G r a f a / P e t s . Ye a r L e a s e 432-1551

664

RETAIL SPACE

1200 SQ. FT. Retail, Lee Market/ Winn Dixie, Us 19 229-347-7655

666

888-9333

Real Estate For Sale

100 S. MAGNOLIA- 4 Room Office Suite w/bath & CH&A. $225-$395/mo 894-2518

3BR/2BA Winding Way, LeeCo; 2BR/2BA 20th Ave, Albany; 2BR/1BA Cromartie Beach, Albany. Call 229-894-6504, No Pets, No Smoking

1/2 Acre lot for rent. Country l i v i n g , s e w a g e , w a t e r, cablevision and garbage furnished. 229-886-2277

653

Classified

FOR RENT: 40x40 Metal shop w/two 20x40 work bays.

869-7611

USE Your Tax Refund to buy your dream home! Easy Credit, We Finance!! Call Abbi 229-888-9285 MOBILE HOME LOTS FOR RENT

Classified Ad Deadline: Fri., 12 Noon

ROOMMATE WANTED

R O O M AT E N e e d e d , L r g Bedroom, bathroom, small TV room, full access to kitchen. $100 dep. $300/mo 1⁄2 utilities.

No Pets. Drug Free. Background Check req‘d. Call 854-4631

667

Homes for Sale ..............................708 Homes for Sale Information ...........709 Investment Property.......................710 Real Estate Wanted ........................711 Rental Property ..............................712 Resort Property..............................713 Warehouses ...................................714

ROOMS

Room For Rent $650 includes utilities & TV/internet, private bath & pool, privacy fence, gated community, garage, Grand Island 349-1001

673

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS

1BR $475/mo and 2br/11⁄2ba $550/mo NW townhouse, appliances, $400/deposit 435-8476 2BR/1BA Apts in Rawson Circle, $450/Mo. 229-483-1238 ALBANY, 2BR/1BA, CH&A, Appliances. Pets allowed. $425/mo + deposit. Flint Realty 888-2290 COTTAGE, 1315 9th Ave, 1BR/1BA, For details call 229-878-1675 COUNTRY PLACE APARTMENTS

Call about our Specials!!

229-435-4325 E. Like New, All new paint, carpet, stove, fridge, CH&A, $385/mo 888-0142 for info L E E C O . 2 & 3 B R $675/Mo-$775/Mo + Dep, no pets, 229-336-0777

Need to Sell a Car? Want to Buy to a Car? Check Out the Classifieds 888-9333

673

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS

1BR, Furnished, East, $99/Week. Quiet Apt. 881-2000 2BR/2BA Townhouse on the Flint River. Covered Parking, boat ramp access, all electric. $750/mo $350 dep. Call 347-4081 or 881-3115.

NEW 3BR/2BA all appl., good location., GRFA OK $695/Mo 886-8697 NEW 3BR/2BA all appl., good location., GRFA OK $695/Mo 886-8697 NOTTINGHAM APARTMENTS 1, 2 & 3 BR‘s Call 229-432-9351 NOTTINGHAM NORTH APARTMENTS 1, 2 & 3 BR‘s Call 229-436-9096 PINE FOREST APARTMENTS Call Lavonne & ask about our $99 Move in for the month!

Free flat screen with 1 yr lease upon availability. DCA ok!

Located close to New Wal-mart.

Call 434-1311. Special subject to change.

REGENCY CLUB APARTMENTS Call Mary @ 229-888-0148 & ask about our $99 MOVE-IN SPECIAL! DCA Welcome!

Located close to New Wal-mart.

Special subject to change.

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673

679

UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS

RENT SPECIAL!!

2 & 3 BR CH/A, All Appl., W/D Hookup, $495 & up Willows Apts. 432-9585

BRICKPOINTE APARTMENTS

201 Holly Dr., Albany

UNFURNISHED HOMES

RBG THE ANDERSON COMPANY

679

UNFURNISHED HOMES

4BR HOUSE, Lake Park area, 1 8 1 2 G r e e n Va l l e y L n . $1150/mo. Call 229-446-7070

679

UNFURNISHED HOMES

LEE CO. 163 Mayfield Dr. 3/2 split design, granite/tile throughout, major appl, fenced, $925/mo. Call 344-3215

1203 Whispering Pines Albany, GA 31707 229-888-5646

NW, 3BR, CH&A, fenced, brick, $695/mo 888-2000/881-2000

More Available @ RBGTAC.com

WEST AVE‘S 2BR/1BA office, NO grfa, background chk $650/Mo + Dep 229-436-2647

Luxury 1, 2 & 3 BR Apts.

1 Free Month if you Move in NOW!!

(Must Qualify, Limted Time Only)

229-888-1165

GREENBRIAR APARTMENTS

3110 Graystone Lane - Off Beattie Rd. 435-1017

• 4 spacious floor plans • Live Oak Elementary School District • Water, Sewer, Garbage Provided Call Maxine or Karen

Westwood Apartments APPLICATION FEE APPLIED TOWARDS 1ST MONTHS RENT

2010 W Broad Avenue

432-5967 the Village

2507 Nottingham Way Northwest Albany “Call For More Info”

439-8109

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Duplexes/Triplexes/ Quads* 115-A Acacia Ct (Lee Co) 3BR/2BA $650/Mo / $650/Dep 150 Westcott Ln 3BR/2BA $675/Mo / $675/Dep 1902-A Buck Ln 3BR/2BA $650/Mo / $650/dep 3951 Rodnor Forest Ln 3BR/2BA $675/Mo / $675/Dep *APARTMENTS* Kingswood Dr 1BR/1BA $450/Mo / $450/Dep

HOUSES: 1905 W. Broad Ave. 3BR/1BA $475/mo $475 dep.

169 Kinchafoonee Lee Co., 3BR/2BA $850/mo $850 dep.

2110 Lennox St. #22 2BR/2BA $550/Mo / $550/Dep 2211 Gillionville Rd. #1, 5, 6 1BR/1BA $475/Mo / $475/Dep

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WINDOVER A436-2404 PARTMENTS 2304 W. Gordon

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM UPSCALE APARTMENTS & TOWNHOUSES.

889-8030 www.gardenapts.com

1404 Whispering Pines

1 Bedroom Luxury Apartment Community

436-6415

*HOUSES* 1123 Wadell Ave 2BR/1BA $325/Mo / $325/Dep 234 Long Pine (Lee Co) 3BR/2BA $950/Mo $950/Dep 136 Uncle Jimmy‘s Ln Lee Co. 3BR/2.5BA $1200/Mo / $1200/Dep 3304 Aristedes Rd 3BR/1BA $500/$500 2308 Heathridge Ct. 3BR/2BA $1100/$1100

www.gardenapts.com 1200 Kingstown Court (off Whispering Pines)

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UNFURNISHED HOMES

201 HIDDEN LAKES DR, 5BR/3BA Approx 3200 sqft. For Sale/Rent $2500/Mo. 347-9115 209 N. Madison, $500/mo. $350 dep. and 1, 2, 3BR Apts, $275-$375/mo. + deposit. W. Gordon, CH&A. 435-7646 3BR/2BA $650 Month + Deposit 229-436-2693

1372 Lovers Lane (Lee Co.) 3BR/2BA $885/Mo / $885/Dep 1006 First Ave 5BR/3BA $699/Mo $699/Dep 225 First Ave 3BR/2BA $499/Mo / $499/Dep **************************

2BR/1BA, $335/mo $335 dep.

1213 5th Avenue

2BR/1BA, $395/mo $395 dep.

2303-A Dominion Ct 1600 sq ft, 3BR-2BA, $725/ Mo $725/ Dep.

1BR/1BA, All Appliances, CH&A, $345/Mo $345/ Dep

1305 A Stuart Ave. 836-A & B Odom

1120 B Waddell Ave

2304 A Dominion Ct, 3715 B Mayfair

4BR-3BA, 2000 sq ft, $895/Mo $895/Dep

700 S. Harding

2306 B Old Dominion Ct

888-5843

LEE CO. 160 Pine Summit, 3/2 split design. Granite/Tile Troughout. Covered back patio, custom cherry cabinets & bookshevles, garage, major appl, Lrg yard, $1150/mo. Call 229-344-3215

4821 MUSTANG

LEE CO 3BR/2BA, double car garage, fire place, all appl., 1 yr lease $1000/Mo 229-430-0166

1709 GORDON

Rent to Own 3BR/1BA, Radium area, newly remodeled. $7,500/dn. $700/mo. 809-6484

B&B Rental Agency Since 1946 605 Pine Avenue 229-435-5216 3122 A Crepe Myrtle 3BR $725mth/$650 dep

3716 Countryside 3BR $695 mth/$600 dep 2418 Schley 3BR $795mth/$700dep

1009 B 1st Ave 2BR $525mth/$450dep

2318 A Jim Stokes Ct 3BR $675mth/$500dep 1200 Westwood (Gated) 2BR $625mth/$500dep

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertised in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1988 which makes it illegal to advertise any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

1BR/1BA $200/mo $200 dep.

3BR/2BA $725/mo $725 dep.

LEE CO. 4/2 fenced $1250/Mo. Duplex 3/2 quiet $650/Mo The Wright Co. 435-0654.

Publisher’s Notice

NW LEE COUNTY, 84 acres with airplane runway, 40x50 metal shed. Will Subdivide into 34 acre Open & 50 Acre wooded tracts. 15 year Owner Financing, Low Down Payment. Located 4 miles due west of Smithville. Call James Dalton Realty 229-874-6825 anytime.

506 S. Valenica

606 N Jefferson 2BR/1BA $350/mo $350 dep Very Large Apartment

Lee Co. 3BR/2BA with garage fireplace & appliances 435-1327

ACREAGE OVER 75

FARM & PLANTATION REALTY, LLC. Don Butts 446-0600 John Downer 938-3034

1410 E. 2nd Avenue

2BR/1BA, No Appliances, $275/ Mo $275/ Dep

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ACREAGE OVER 75

1926 Dawson Rd.

APARTMENT:

LEE CO, 115 Laurelwood, 3BR/2BA, $925/Mo No Grafa!

344-6529

15,000 - 20,000 sqft Climate Controlled Storage Space on Oakridge Dr. close to Airport.

Call Rob 229-883-0505 x122

701

2BR/1BA, $425/mo $425 dep.

3BR-2BA, All Appliances, $565/Mo $565/Dep

453

WHSE. SPACE / MINI-WAREHOUSE

Albany Property Management

2507 WALDEN CT. 3BR/2BA $875/mo $875 dep.

229-889-1040

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3BR / 1BA $590 / $350 DD 3BR / 1BA $525 / $400 DD

1206 A COLQUITT 2BR / 1BA $400 / $250 DD

2502 #1 REDWOOD CT 2BR/ 1.5 BA $585 / $400 DD

2002 A GILLIONVILLE RD 2BR/ 1BA $450 / $350 DD

1110 A AUBURN 2BR / 1BA $460 / $ 350 DD

1107 7TH AVE 2BR / 1BA $550 / $350 DD

906 B N VAN BUREN 2BR / 1BA $450 / $300 DD

607 A / B EUGEMAR 2BR/ 1BA $480 / $300 DD

1212 Dawson Road Albany, GA 31707 229.883.6100

229.883.6136 Fax www.albanyrealtyco.com

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Land & Timber Sales & Management visit matreforestry.com for info, listings & newsletter (229) 639-4973

CLASSIFIEDS WORK! 888-9333

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ACREAGE UNDER 75

LEE COUNTY 1546 HWY 377.

35 Ac of Open and Timber Land with nice Small Pond. $2,890 Per Acre. BANK OWNED! Very attractive financing to Qualified Purchasers.

Joe Durham, J.Durham & Assoc., 229-436-2733

REAL ESTATE Deadline For Sunday Real Estate ads

Near Albany, 250 ac., 150 C-P Irrigated Pines, ponds, home, hunting, Good Rental Income.

Email: Joem3375@gmail.com or Call: 229-894-7414

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Classified Line Ads

IS FRIDAY 12:00 P.M.

HOMES FOR SALE

ANN THOMAS

GRI

436-6628

FOR SALE

222 Worthwood, 3 BR, 2 BA, $34,900

706 Cherry, 2BR, 1BA, $45,000

5426 Kalmia Ln, 3BR, 2 BA, $95,000

2811 Sylvester Rd, 3BR, 1BA, $40,000

2704 Joshua, 2BR, 1BA, $30,000

823 W. Lincoln, 2BR, 2BA, $18,000

527 Ivey’s Scenic, 3BR, 2BA, $155,000

801 Putney 3BR 2BA $69,500

906 Holloway, 3BR, 1BA, $50,000

Hwy 82E (Sylvester) 0.97ac, $39,900

813 7th Ave 5br 2ba $56,430

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HOMES FOR SALE

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HOMES FOR SALE

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HOMES FOR SALE

3BR/2BA Starting as low as $27,900. Turn-key complete.

Call Abbi 229-888-9285 NEW YEAR, NEW HOME. With historically low mortgage rates, why rent or lease? Time to make the move and buy your mini estate. If you can put down $5000 cash, you can own a home in the country with 6 acres and a barn and pay only $1021 per month. That will buy you 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage, carport, all appliances, and a wood burning fireplace to keep you warm this winter. Located in Dougherty County south of the airport on the way to Newton with complete privacy. Why continue to pay to live in some else^s property when you can own your own $219,900 home? If you need more time to raise the down payment, lease this property for 12 months, but don^t wait too long, the low mortgage rates will not last. Email the owner at gp5@prodigy.net for pictures and video, or call the owner at 617 216-0821. Hurry, don^t wait.

5601 Ironwood (vacant lot), 3.34 acres, $65,000

“Yes, you can buy a home, ask me”

HOMES FOR RENT 506 Cherry Avenue

2943 Stonewater Drive, Albany, GA

~ For Sale ~ 3 Bedrooms, 2 bath, 1,040 sq ft, Brand New HVAC unit Home is cute as can be.

All appliances included: stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and vent hood. Laundry closet, alarm system, large storage closet in the back, Attic access.

Lake Park school zone. $91,000

2 bed, 1 bath, inside laundry rm, excellent condition $525/month - DCA accepted

3948 Rodnor Forest Lane, 3 bed, 2 bath, $675/month.

CLASSIFIEDS WORK! 888-9333

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HOMES FOR SALE

$100 DOWN PROGRAM, See t h i s L o v e l y H o m e N W, 3BR/2BA, F/P, HW floors, DR, Dbl garage. Call Bob 229-321-9047 ERA Realtors First Time Home Buyer? 3 & 4 Bedrooms Available. Call Jacob 229-888-9285 LARGE 3BR/2BA, bonus room with enclosed garage. Great price at $73.75 per sq. ft. Lots o f u p g r a d e s . C a l l 229-347-0845.

LEESBURG Beautiful new Brick 3BR/2BA, bonus room, 1,735 sq. ft. Call 229-347-0845.

1400 E. Lincoln Ave. $600 Rent $600 Deposit 3BR / 1BA, Large Fenced Yard 5609 Hill Road 4BR/3BA $850 Rent/$850 Deposit

406 B Station Crossing $550 Rent $550 Deposit 2BR/2BA, nice duplex with appliances

1536 Dougherty Ave , Albany, GA 31705 420-8929 ext2101

1001 W. Oglethorpe 138-B N DOUBLEGATE (LEE CO) 2BR-1BA...$550 RNT/$300 DEP 129 MOSSYDALE 3BR-2BA...$975 RNT/$500 DEP 511 EUGEMAR 2BR-1BA...$425 RNT/$200 DEP

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 1900 B Ledo Rd.

$450/month, 800 sq ft office space

2709 Gillionville Suite 1 $750/month, 1000 sq ft

110 N. WESTOVER BLVD ALBANY, GA

435-5467

Debbie’s House of the Week

108 AUBREY CT (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA...$1050 RNT/$600 DEP 3101-E CREPE MYRTLE 1BR-1.5BA...$465 RNT/$300 DEP 204 S CARROLL 2BR-1BA...$425 RNT/$425 DEP 1505-B W HIGHLAND 2BR-1BA...$450 RNT/$300 DEP 806 #4 CARDINAL GROVE 2BR-2BA...$625 RNT/$500 DEP 129 MAYFIELD (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA...$950RNT/$500 DEP 110-B HOUSTON ST (WORTH CO) 2BR-2BA...$550 RNT/$300 DEP 1715-B MALONE 2BR-1BA $325 RNT/$200 DEP 3408 ARISTEDES 3BR-1BA $450 RNT/$300 DEP 3112-B CREPE MYRTLE 3BR-2BA $725RNT/$400 DEP 1024-A DAVIDSON 2BR-1BA $425 RNT/$300 DEP

5506 I ronwood Ct .

Debbie Fulford ReMax of Albany Inc. Call 317-4126

Georgeous wooded 2+ acre setting! 4BR+ bonus room; Private study, heart pine floors, 10’ ceilings, vaulted ceiling master suite, granite counters, butler bar, custom shutters, sprinkler & alarm. Country feel just minutes to Doublegate. Now $339,000

434-1600

of Albany, Inc. 2535 Lafayette Plaza Drive, Suite D remax.com remaxofalbany.com

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated.

Corner of Old Dawson Road & Westover Road

3100-K CREPE MYRTLE 2BR-2BA $575 RNT/$300 DEP 1208-A MARYLAND 2BR-1BA $450 RNT/$300 DEP 1900-A W BROAD 2BR-1BA $395 RNT/ $250 DEP 1919 STUART 3BR-2BA $695 RNT/$400 DEP 107-B COURTNEY CT 3BR-2BA $675 RNT/$400 DEP 2515 CRESENT 3BR-1BA $595 RNT/$400 DEP

436-9620 344-5037

DOLEE RENTALS, INC.

AFTER HOURS & WEEKENDS

Bed bug battles:

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How to keep the pests out of your home (ARA) - The conflict between humans and insect pests has raged for centuries, but few battles boast the sheer make-your-skin-crawl ick factor as the war between people and bed bugs. And the battle, once played out largely in hotels with high international traffic, has moved to the home front.

Nine out of 10 pest management professionals have treated single-family homes, apartments and condos for bed bug infestations in the past year, according to the 2011 Bugs Without Borders Survey by the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and the University of Kentucky.

Infestations are occurring in homes, hotels, hospitals, day care centers, college dorms, schools, movie theaters, department stores and even public transportation in every state.

Don't think you're safe from the little bloodsuckers just because you travel little or stay at only the best hotels, professionals say. Bed bug infestations have little to do with cleanliness or quality. Bed bugs are notoriously hardy and just a few of the hitch-hiking pests - which you can pick up virtually anywhere these days - are all it takes to ultimately establish an infestation in your home or apartment.

"NPMA advises consumers against the 'this can't happen to me' attitude, because bed bugs are equal opportunity pests," Missy Henriksen, NPMA vice president of public affairs, said in a report of the survey results.

Bed bugs (formally Cimex lectularius) draw their name from their tendency to hide in mattresses and box springs. When the lights go off, the bugs come out, and bite and drink from any unsuspecting human who happens to be unlucky enough to be occupying the bed with them. While they're not yet known to transmit disease, bed bugs can leave you with itchy welts - not to mention severe mental dis-

tress.

The good news is that home and apartment owners are not without defenses in the battle against bed bugs. While the tenacious bugs have resiliency on their side, humans have modern technology and awareness in their favor.

Products like ActiveGuard Mattress Liners, produced by Allergy Technologies LLC, can help you take a proactive position in the fight against bed bugs. The mattress cover slips over the mattress and/or box spring like a fitted sheet, and uses proprietary technology to kill bed bugs and dust mites upon contact.

The product not only kills new bed bug infestations, it continues to provide protection beyond the typical bed bug life cycle. ActiveGuard can be used as part of a comprehensive bed bug control program or as a pro-active standalone tool for prevention against bed bugs establishing in bedding.

You can also take steps to help reduce your risk of bringing bed bugs home with you. NPMA offers some advice: For travelers: * Upon check-in at your

hotel, examine bed linens for tell-tale blood spots. * Conduct a visual inspection using a small flashlight. Pay special attention to the mattress, box spring, headboard and other areas within the vicinity of the bed * Store suitcases in plastic trash bags during hotel stays.

See Bugs, page 12

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them to fresh air, especially if your home is cooled by central air where toxins are cirContinued from page 4 culated. Open up and freshen up to avoid harvesting viruses, dust mites, animal hair, etc.

Decorate the walls using symbols and imagery such as trees, a globe of the world and other items that represent the natural world. To teach them about energy conservation, paint a sun with its eyes closed for the "off" light switch position and a sun with its eyes open for the "on switch" position. "Celebrate Earth Day and get your children interested in helping to recycle," Spewock says. "Live it so your child embraces it."

Kristina Held is an architect by trade, a member of American International Architects, and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) certified. She teaches residential design and working drawings, perspectives, and architectural details. She also has two daughters of her own, a 4-year-old and a 6-year-old.

Kelly Spewock is also LEED Certified. In addition to her interior design chair duties, she is also owner of Little House designs in Pittsburgh.

Bugs

At home:

* Vacuum suitcases immediately after you return from a vacation. * Thoroughly inspect second-hand furniture before bringing it into your home, especially mattresses and box springs.

In fact, you may want to have items inspected by a pest control professional who is more versed in what to look for. * Regularly inspect pet bedding for signs of infestation.

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When shopping: * Before trying on an item, inspect it for blood spots left by feeding bed bugs.

Look at inside seams for any signs of sticky white eggs, fecal droppings, shed skins (casts) and live bugs. * In the dressing room, hang your clothes on hooks rather than laying them across cushioned seats or on the carpeted floor. * On the ride home, keep new purchases tied and sealed in the store bag, and shake articles outside before bringing them into the house. Launder clothes immediately in hot water or steam/dry clean delicate items; 30 minutes at the hottest possible setting will kill bed bugs and their eggs.

If bed bugs manage to move in despite your precautions, it's not likely you'll be able to get rid of them yourself. Just 25 percent of consumers try to treat bed bugs themselves before calling a pro, down from 38 percent a year ago, according to the NPMA survey. To learn more, visit www.allthingsbedbugs.org.