Martin County Hutchinson Island, FL HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 29, Issue 4
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In-Town Stuart Location $229,900 Adorable CBS 3/2, metal roof, fenced yard. Some SS appliances. Tiled floors thru-out. Full hurricane protection. Shed. MANY fruit trees.
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Imagine living on almost an acre nestled next to an Audubon Preserve with room for the entire family. Main house has 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, wood floors, fireplace, impact windows/doors, guest house 2 bedroom 1 bath, above 2 car garage is 1/1 apt, detached garage for large RV/boats. Family compound! No HOA.
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BEACHFRONT! Full ocean views from this 4th floor renovated 2BR, 2 bath. Updated open kitchen with granite and new lighting, Newer laminate flooring, newer windows. Approx. 4 year A/C. and more! Has an excellent rental history 1 month minimum. $285,000
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BEACHFRONT! Panoramic ocean and Intracoastal views from this 2BR, 2 bath condo with updates to the master bath, fully and tastefully furnished, newer carpet, and more! Great investment opportunity with only 1 month minimum rental restriction! $254,000
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BEACHFRONT! Beautiful direct oceanfront 2BR, 2.5 bath with river views from the guest BR! Updated kitchen with granite, updated baths, tile floors and more! Pool, hot tub and covered parking! $245,000
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BEACHFRONT! Direct ocean and river views from this 5th floor updated 2BR, 2 bath with tile floors, kitchen with granite counters, newer sliders and storm shutters and nicely furnished! 2 pools, tennis, fitness, billiards and much more! $314,500
BEACHFRONT! Spectacular view of the ocean from this 5th floor 2BR, 2 bath with impact windows, plus the floor to ceiling windows offer some of the best views on the Island! Beautifully maintained and lush landscaped grounds! $279,900
Atlantis III
BEACHFRONT! 7th floor views from this 2BR, 2 bath, totally renovated condo with granite floors and countertops, open kitchen, fully furnished and more! Great investment with only 1 month rental restriction plus lobby, tennis, pool and more! $297,000
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Over an Acre of lakefront property with 2 Updated Homes and a large 2 Car Garage. Spacious open floor plans with coastal feel. Main home is a 3 BR plus office or possible 4th BR/2 BA with a porch and the guest home is a fully equipped 2 BR/2 BA with its own island kitchen, living room, laundry room, and porch.
Serious Boater’s Dream! Elegant wide-waterfront estate over an acre in South Sewall’s Point featuring deep water dock only minutes from the inlet and terrific offshore fishing. High elevation, breathtaking sunset views, and a golf cart path to the dock for easy loading and unloading.
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Stuart / Mariner Cay Stunning Waterfront Beauty in the Manatee Pocket area with easy ocean access. Completely rebuilt and renovated, top to bottom, inside and out, 2015-2016. Nothing left undone, everything is all new! Point lot surrounded by tranquil water views. Guard gated community with resort amenities, near shopping, fine dining and beaches. Turnkey, $1,125,000 Text P205710 to 85377 For More Details & Photos
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Lake front 2-story home with beautiful water views in gated community. Five Bedrooms plus 2 Bonus Rooms! One BR downstairs. Spacious MBR suite with 2 large walk-in closets upstairs. Dramatic double height ceiling in entry foyer. Easy-to-care for tile floors in living areas downstairs, carpeting in bedrooms. Large covered patio at rear of house. Granite Kitchen and a Breakfast Nook. $399,000
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Canal Front Lot in Port St. Lucie Lovely canal front 1/4 acre lot with all assessments paid in full by seller. Great location near Turnpike Entrance at Bayshore Blvd. Quiet street of very nice homes. Build your own dream home here! $31,900 Text P205706 to 85377 For Additional Details & Photos
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Located in the desirable waterfront community of Seagate Harbor. Three bedroom, 2 bath home on 80 ft wide canal with access to St Lucie River and ocean access. 50 ft dock has electrical. $409,000
Live near downtown in an condo that faces the courtyard fountain. Unit has tile floor, stainless steel appliances, and screened in patio. Walking distance from restaurants, shopping, parks, and the Lyric theater. The beach is minutes away. $139,900
River Pines
Evergreen Club
Spacious town home with private quiet location in River Pines. Only a short walk or bike ride to Intro-coastal with kayak storage and launch. 2 medium pets permitted. Only $149,900
Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings with lots of natural light. Kitchen has been updated with granite and stainless steel. Large kitchen has eat-in area with built in seating and additional cabinets. Master bedroom has walk-in closet, double vanity, separate tub and shower. Formal dining room with view of private back yard. $485,000
Cedar Pointe Village
Historic Downtown Stuart
Partially furnished 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath ďŹ rst floor corner unit in highly desirable Cedar Pointe Village 8. Large closed in glass lanai with tile. 55+ community close to downtown shopping & restaurants. $99,900
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Beautiful, completely updated 2 bedroom/2 bath FIRST FLOOR condo in the heart of Stuart! Spacious rooms with an enclosed Florida room which backs to a garden view. $98,900
SLEEK SPACE SAVING SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR HOME
By Cat Queen
No matter the size or square footage of your house, it’s likely that you’ll one day feel like you’ve run out of space. Worse, when you begin seeking storage solutions, you may find that many options are all utility and no style. Here are some tips for addressing your space and storage issues without sacrificing design.
MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY AVAILABLE SPACE
You may be surprised to discover how much space is actually wasted in the walls of your home. Get creative about ways you can use these areas to your benefit. Have a crawl space beneath your stairs? Replace stair risers with drawers where you can store shoes or sporting equipment. Or, use the empty space for a built-in area. If one wall of your stairs is in a main living area, replace the wall with a recessed reading nook or desk. Use your room’s corners! Corner shelves are ideal for smaller spaces. For a neat, stylish look, stack two or three floating corner shelves above one another. You can also purchase (or build) corner desks, which will free up valuable wall space in a smaller room.
Table-top and floor lamps provide much needed light in smaller spaces, but can easily be replaced with stylish hanging lamps. Like high shelves, hanging lamps also have the added benefit of creating a sense of height.
USE MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FURNITURE
Tables with drawers, storage ottomans, and sleeper sofas are must-haves in homes with limited space. In children’s rooms, use beds that have drawers beneath the mattress and/or shelves in the headboard. One large multi-purpose piece of furniture in the room will give you more space for other kids’ items (and will keep those items out of your living areas).
THINK OUTSIDE OF THE CLOSET
Try a high shelf to draw the eye upward while creating an appealing storage and display area. Hang one long shelf around the upper perimeter of a room, or just along one wall.
Wardrobes are sleek alternatives in homes or apartments without adequate closet space. Exposed closets can be extremely stylish and effective storage solution. These are particularly popular in nurseries, where the parents’ favorite outfits can be displayed as part of the room’s décor.
Rather than using nightstands or end-tables, install small, low shelves next to beds and couches. This not only frees up the space around larger pieces of furniture, it also eliminates the clutter that tends to accumulate on side tables.
You can easily double your closet’s capacity by adding a second hanging bar or rack beneath the existing one. In a guest bedroom closet, or anywhere you don’t hang clothes, install wall-to-wall shelving for an instant increase in storage space.
Wall mounted, fold-away Murphy desks are ideal for home offices. When not in use, simply fold the desk back onto the wall.
No matter the size of your home, make the most of your space by following these simple tips!
HANG IT UP
MORE THAN MARBLE: By Danielle Harling
CREATIVE OPTIONS FOR YOUR KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS
Marble countertops? Been there, done that. Now that a number of kitchens are taking on a more modern look, options outside of marble are in high demand. Kitchen countertop options can range from subtly chic to “Top Chef ” worthy. From butcher’s block-inspired countertops to kitchen countertops made of glass, these are just a handful of the creative options available for your kitchen.
Butcher Block
For a cost-conscious option that still packs a punch in the looks department, there’s butcher block countertops. There are a variety of wood options to choose from, but do remember that butcher block countertops need to be wellmaintained in order to keep their beauty. If the idea of replacing all your kitchen countertops with butcher block seems intimidating, start off small. If your island has a kitchen, you already have an ideal starting point.
Concrete
While concrete might seem like a material that would be better suited for your floors, this kitchen countertop option is both bold and breathtaking. Like most countertop options, concrete does come with its own list of pros and cons. On the plus side, your concrete kitchen countertops boast an unlimited set of options when it comes to color and staining. Additionally, concrete countertops can take on any shape or size, a feat that proves difficult for other materials. If concrete is your pick for your kitchen countertops, keep in mind that sealing is vital since concrete is porous, which makes it vulnerable to stains.
Glass
Kitchen countertops made from glass are downright gorgeous. At first thought, glass countertops might seem like the most fragile option for your kitchen, but in actuality, it’s quite the opposite. Not only are glass countertops quite hygienic, they’re also heat, stain, and scratch-resistant. Pair your glass kitchen countertops with sleek, stainless appliances, and you’re on the path to having one of the most chic kitchens around.
Copper
As extravagant as copper countertops might sound, this option can oddly enough be DIY. However, patience is key when installing this kitchen countertop option. To copper-ize your countertops, you have to laminate a sheet of copper to your countertops. While that may sound like a one-and-done job, a lot of prep work may be involved, depending on the condition of your current countertops. The worse off they are, the more time you’ll spend stripping and replacing them.
Embedded Countertops
If your kitchen countertops are severely lacking in wow power, this option might just provide the added pizzazz that will take your kitchen to the next level. Custom embedded countertops give you the power to add a personal touch to your kitchen. With embedded countertops, you can place seashells, stones, family heirlooms, or even a fossil (for the archaeologist who’s also a budding chef ) inside them. There are a few key things to consider when choosing an embedded countertop, though. Be sure the objects that you choose to embed are durable, and be sure to use a quality, clear sealer.
Glow-In-The-Dark
Remodeling your kitchen countertops might be the quickest way to bore your kids into oblivion. Throw glow-in-the-dark countertops into the conversation and watch how quickly your kids become countertop connoisseurs. Believe it or not, this quirky countertop option is possible. Among the options available for a glow-in-thedark countertop is ThinkGlass. ThinkGlass uses LED lights that are embedded into countertops to create a brilliantly, blue glow. Another option for glowing countertops is Glow Stone, which can be added to concrete countertops. Stones comes in a variety of sizes and colors for ultimate creativity.
Antique Allure
If you have a flair for the old-fashioned, antique countertops may be a worthy option. Antique kitchen countertops are available in a number of materials, including antique wood and antique granite. Antique wood offers more of a charming, whimsical look while antique concrete boasts a lively, coastal charm. In addition to providing a unique option for your countertops, antique granite and wood also put recycled material to good use.
Engraved Wooden Countertops
Looking for a simple, personal touch for your kitchen countertops? Family initials or a short quote can be engraved into your wooden or butcher block countertops using laser engraving. Be sure not to ditch your cookbooks though; as tempting as it might sound, engraving your favorite casserole recipe into your kitchen countertop likely isn’t going to happen since laser engraving does come with some size limitations. Sources - Concrete Network, Lilliedale, FresHome, Ambient Glow Technology, Bob Vila, Glumber
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QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD ASK MORTGAGE LENDERS
By Talaia Whisenant
Buying your first home may seem like a scary process, but it’s also a fulfilling learning experience and a big step towards financial security. There’s no right way to begin the home buying process, but the lending process is a good start. Consulting with lenders first will help you narrow down your budget, understand your credit, purchasing power, and specify what homes you can afford before getting in over your head. A good lender will not only answer client questions, but will do so promptly and with clarity. Here are some key questions to ask:
WHAT IS THE INTEREST RATE? You should ask your mortgage lender for a quote on the interest rate. Compare interest rates among lenders and settle for the lowest rate that you qualify for. Keep in mind that the interest rate, the mortgage balance and the loan term determines your monthly payment. The lower your interest rate, the smaller your monthly payment.
HOW MANY ORIGINATION OR DISCOUNT POINTS CAN I PAY? A point is a fee paid to the lender at the closing in exchange for a reduced interest rate. For instance, one point is equal to 1% of the loan amount. Your lender may charge discount points, origination points, or both. How many points are included in the interest rate, and what are the benefits of buying more? Discount points are prepaid interest and are taxdeductible, while origination points are fees charged by the lender to cover the cost of originating the loan.
IS THERE A PREPAYMENT PENALTY ON THE LOAN? Planning to pay your house off sooner than your loan term? Some lenders charge for that. Once contracts are signed, lenders regulate the payoff terms of your loan. Paying a mortgage off early can unfortunately result in an expensive penalty. Prepayment penalties are often 80% of six months interest. Ask your lender if they have one, and plan in advance.
HOW CAN I LOCK IN THE INTEREST RATE? Scoring a great interest rate is half the battle; you’ll want to lock in the interest rate because rates fluctuate. If the rate rises, the homebuyer will not be impacted, but if the rate falls, you may not be able to take advantage of the new low rate. Ask for your lender’s loan processing time to ensure your rate is secure during a rate lock.
WHAT ARE THE CLOSING COSTS AND DOWN PAYMENT? Months or even years before a home purchase, prepare your finances for the down payment. This is important because the average down payment on a home can run you 20% of the value of the home. Closing costs are less expensive (but still pricey), and may include loan-origination fees, appraisal fees, attorney fees, and other additional fees. Get a written estimate from your lender within three days of applying for the loan.
WHAT MIGHT DELAY MY APPROVAL ON THE LOAN? Delays are often times unavoidable. Unsent papers, missing signatures, and any change in employment status, an increase or decrease in salary, or even change in marital status can cause delays. Regularly following up with your lender can help speed things up, and you’ll soon be on your way to homeownership!
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Home on over half acre! 6BR/6.5BA4 car garage, huge DR, bar area, theater room & office. MBR suite with sitting area & 2 walk-in custom closets. MBA huge shower, soaking tub & double vanities.
5BR/4BA former Model! Upstairs game/media room with additional BR & BA. Kitchen is a chef’s dream! Heated pool, summer kitchen & covered pavered patio. All this on a premium double lake front lot!
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CBS/4BR/3BA/3 car garage remodeled beauty! Brand new heated, saltwater pool. Assigned ocean access, deep water boat slip with 15,000 lift! Gated community.
Like New! $379,000
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4BR/2.5BA is like new & in great condition!, Tile throughout entire 1st floor, lots of windows & spacious master suite. Nice corner lot and room for a pool!
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Stunning Home! $515,000
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On premier cul-de-sac lot! 5/6 BR home with formal LR, DR, FR & loft. MBR retreat with separate sitting room & covered balcony overlooking private preserve.
Charming! $340,000
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Beautifully redone 3BR/2BA office on large corner lot in downtown Stuart. Fenced yard & separate workshop with electric & plumbing. Ideal for operating a business from home.
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Overlooking The 5th Hole! $699,000
Panoramic Lakefront View! $576,500
Custom courtyard design with all rooms overlooking pool. MBR retreat with double balconies, separate sitting area & morning bar. MBA built for royalty! All on the Tesoro’s Arnold Palmer course!
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HOSPICE / CANCER SUPPORT Alie’s Alliance................................561-762-4448 Treasure Coast Hospice ................772-403-4500
CARDIOLOGY Stuart Cardiology Group ................772-286-9400
HOUSECALLS – DOCTORS Housecalls Express ......................772-781-2207
DENTIST Perfect Smile ................................772-283-4427 Premier Dentistry ..........................772-286-3088
MEDICAL SUPPLIES/OXYGEN Oxypro ..........................................772-223-2825 Liberator Medical Supply ..............772-287-2414
GUEST HOUSE/MEDICAL Molly’s House ..............................772-223-6659
MEDICARE & HEALTH INSURANCE Ildiko Insurance Advisors ..............561-707-2706 US Health Advisors........................954-647-6683
HEALTH SERVICES Alzheimer’s ...................................772-223-6351 American Cancer ..........................772-562-2272 American Red Cross .....................772-287-2002 HEARING AIDS Audibel Hearing Care Centers .......772-220-8302 The Hear Care Center Inc. .............772-283-3000 Schmidt’s Hearing Aid Center ........772-221-0330 HELP LINE ANS SERVICES ..............................561-547-8637 United Way ...................................772-283-4800
REHAB/PT Fyzical Therapy and Balance ...772-223-3440 Salerno Bay ..................................772-286-9440
NURSING HOMES Brookdale .....................................772-287-6001 Ocean Palms.................................772-286-9384 Place at Stuart ..............................772-287-9909 PAIN RELIEF Julie Coker-Massage ....................772-215-9107 Loving Chiropractic .......................772-219-3313 Stuart Acupuncture .......................772-266-7068 PHARAMACIES Prescription Shop of Stuart ...........772-287-3443 Park Pharmacy-Compounding ......772-287-3201
Sandhill Cove Retirement Living ....................772-220-1090 1500 SW Capri Street Palm City, FL 34990 SENIOR FUN Bike Shop .....................................772-283-6186 Fred Astaire Studio........................772-678-7368 Stuart Bowl...................................772-286-9700 SENIOR SUPPORT Council on Aging ...........................772-223-7800 Treasure Coast Food Bank ............772-489-3034 SKIN CARE Gentle Touch Facial .......................772-361-9122 Skin Serenity Spa .........................772-600-8613 URGENT CARE Treasure Coast Urgent & Family Care ...............................772-419-0560 Stuart Urgent Care ........................772-692-8082 VISION Florida Vision Institute ...................772-283-2020
MAILBOX MAKEOVERS FOR INSTANT CURB APPEAL by Cat Queen
When visitors or potential buyers see your home for the first time, make sure your tired old mailbox doesn’t leave them with the wrong impression. These quick and easy mailbox makeovers will help you instantly improve your home’s curb appeal.
Perhaps the best way to give your mailbox a more charming presence is by creating a lovely space for it. Plant brightly colored flowers or low-maintenance shrubbery in a small garden around your mailbox. Then, use an edge trimmer to create a neat perimeter around your new flower bed. If other areas of your yard are trimmed-in with brick or concrete blocks, keep the look consistent by using the same material around your mailbox.
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For a quicker fix, try sprucing up your mailbox’s post. Metal or wrought iron can be easily spray painted. If you have a traditional wooden post, first check the post for any rotten or chipped away areas. In most cases, you can fill these cracks with wood putty; if the post is too far gone, it might be better to replace it. Then, paint or stain the wood to give it an instant face-lift.
If bright colors aren’t really your thing, use white or ivory paint with stencils instead. Quickly rejuvenate your mailbox by stenciling the number of your address in a fancy script against a plain black background. For a more personalized touch, add the first letter of your last name above the address in a larger font. You can also add embellishments like ivy or flowers.
Large, stacked rock mailbox enclosures are beautiful but can be pretty expensive. You can achieve a similar look by adhering faux stacked rock to your existing wooden post.
Remember, when showing your home, try to appeal to all potential home buyers. Plain, classic stylings give your house a sense of character and charm without offending the personal taste of visitors. It is equally important to ensure that your home appears as well maintained as possible. A bright, clean mailbox in a well-manicured flower bed will always give the right impression.
Next, consider painting your mailbox with weather-proof spray paint. Try to coordinate your mailbox colors with your home’s exterior. White, green, and blue are great for catching the eye without being overwhelming. Red is also a popular and bold choice.
hot pink, orange, or bright yellow, which may be too bold for potential buyers. Hobby or sports themed mailboxes can also negatively affect a buyer’s first impression of the home.
R U O Y G N I T R E V N O Y C T F O L A O T N I E G A GAR ACE P S G LIVIN BY REBECCA
BRADSHAW
If your home has a garage, converting it into a living space could be a great investment of your time and money. A conversion costs less than putting on an addition, and boosts a home’s resale value by thousands of dollars. Although conversions are typically done to add a spare bedroom or a home office, by adding a sleeping loft and a few other amenities, the space can be transformed into a mini guest house, or used as income property. So what does it take to convert a garage into a lofty living space? A typical garage conversion will add between 400 - 600 feet of livable space to your home, but could cost upwards of $15,000 or more, depending on how extensive the transformation is. Since a garage already has a foundation, walls, and roof in place, that is still only about half of what a full-scale addition would cost. Attached garages will cost slightly less to convert than detached structures, as their electric, heating, and plumbing systems can usually be connected directly to the main house. Unless you are a whiz with a saw, and know a thing or two about wiring, you may want to consider hiring a contractor to either do the entire conversion, or to act as a consultant, especially during the planning stages. A garage conversion requires bringing the structure up to code for habitation, as well as acquiring building permits, and undergoing inspections during each phase of the work; an experienced contractor can help ease all of these processes. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, you can always save money out of pocket by finishing the conversion on your own once all the approvals are in place.
There are a few structural deficiencies to consider when transforming a utilitarian garage into a functional living space, including upgrading the flooring. Floors may need to be raised in order to install insulation over a concrete slab; it will most likely require leveling as well, since older garage floors typically slope towards the bay door. Finish the floor by painting it with matte enamel paint to make the concrete less slippery. A livable space means more electricity in use, so plan to install additional wiring and outlets. If you are connecting the wiring directly to your home’s electrical system, it will need to be amped up to accommodate the added usage. Since garages aren’t typically set up with temperature control systems, walls should be fiberglass insulated, drywall added, and heating/air conditioning units should be installed. Alternatively, you can opt for more affordable space heaters and ceiling fans. The most successful garage conversion looks and feels like it has always been livable space, rather than just a spruced up bay for cars. One way this can be achieved is by installing windows. Floor to ceiling windows can be particularly dramatic in a small space. Skylights are a good option for a small garage home because they let in lots of natural light and don’t take up valuable wall space. Replacing or transforming large, cumbersome garage doors can be one of the biggest challenges of a conversion. One option is to pull them out altogether and replace with a standard door frame and exterior walls; use French or sliding glass doors to add the illusion of more space to the interior. If you choose to leave the original bay doors intact, be sure they are properly caulked and insulated. Getting the best use of every available inch of the garage’s interior space is key if you are planning on using it as a living space, so consult with an architect or contractor about how to best accommodate a bathroom and kitchen area, as well as the optimal placement of wiring and plumbing. To give your conversion real impact, take advantage of a high ceilinged garage to install a sleeping loft. Tucked up under the eaves, and accessed by a retractable ladder, a sleeping loft will free up usable floor space, and can be adapted to hold built-in storage as well. Use an open railing to give the space an open feel and to allow for air circulation. Interior design elements are nearly as important as structural changes when it comes to creating an appealing living space. Use light or neutral paint colors, and arrange furniture to best emphasize an open floor plan. A little clutter goes a long way in a small space, so add built-in units and use furniture that doubles as storage. Take advantage of vertical wall space with plenty of shelving.
Whether you hire a contractor or do it yourself, converting a garage into a lofty living space will be well worth the investment.
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Don’t worry; you won’t drown in filth due to lack of common cleaners. As a matter of fact, some of the more familiar substances such as vinegar and baking soda clean just as well as their toxic counterparts. Distilled white vinegar, for example, is naturally antibacterial. It also cuts through grease, making it a great multi-purpose spray replacement. For your soaps, use a castile liquid soap. This will help to avoid the sodium laurel sulfates and the phosphates found in common soaps. Your skin and your body will thank you!
All of us long to have a pleasant aroma meet our nostrils upon entry into a room. For a chemical-free home, this means ditching the common plug-in and aerosol air fresheners and replacing them with more natural ones. Essential oils through a diffuser is one way to introduce pleasant smells. Try boiling herbs or citrus peelings on the stove for some yummy scents. Natural scents can double as an air cleanser, increasing their value.
CLEAN THE AIR Air purifiers are an inexpensive solution, and can be found at the store around the corner. These will start cleaning your air today, getting you on the road to fresh air quickly. Go ahead and pick up a few house plants while you are grocery shopping too, such as a Chinese bamboo or a peace lily. Plants are a natural way to clean the air because they absorb the toxic air and release oxygen in return.
There are tons of ways to detox your home beyond just these few. Even removing your shoes at the door will keep pollutants out. Take it slow as you detox your home, replacing chemical laden products with organic and natural options little by little. You will feel better knowing that your home is the best place to reside in both seen and unseen ways.
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Elite Air ....................................................... (772) 600-4271 Forward Electric & Air ................................. (772) 221-1660 APPLICANCE Jetson TV & Appliances ............................... (772) 283-7551 Restore ....................................................... (772) 223-8991 ARCHITECTURE N2 Architecture & Design ............................ (772) 220-4411 ATTORNEYS/REAL ESTATE LAW Crary Buchanan Attorneys at Law ............... (772) 287-2600 Ochoa & Rubio Attorneys ............................ (772) 607-1324 BACKYARD FURNITURE Fortunoff Backyard Store ............................ (772) 403-1060 Paradise Home & Patio ............................... (772) 223-2012 BANKS Harbor Community Bank/Palm City ............. (772) 283-6803 Seacoast National Bank .............................. (772) 807-8158 BATHROOMS Bathfitter .................................................... (561) 333-3101 BLINDS Got Windows? Need Blinds ......................... (772) 678-9198 In the Shade .............................................. (772) 223-1212 CABINETS Florida Home Design Center..................... (772) 223-8400 www.FloridaHomeDesignCenter.com Cabinet Gallery ........................................... (772) 692-3667 GHS Custom Home Design .......................... (772) 260-8670 CARPET CLEANING SERVICE Ambrose Advanced Carpet Cleaning............ (772) 221-0308 CLOSET DESIGN & INSTALL Able Closets................................................ (772) 781-8250 Closets by Angie ......................................... (561) 693-8843 Closets by Design ....................................... (772) 210-5398 CONSTRUCTION Mel-Ry Construction Company, Inc.............. (772) 229-9439 Bella Rose Construction .............................. (772) 220-1200 Kirchman Construction Co........................... (772) 283-4256 CONTRACTOR/DESIGN/BUILD MASTERPIECE DESIGN BUILD ................... (772) 283-2096 WWW.MASTERPIECEBUILDERS.COM COUNTERTOPS/TILE Stone Source .............................................. (772) 283-8826 Tile Market & Design .................................. 772-283-2125 ELECTRICIANS Cook Electric, Inc. ....................................... (772) 287-0938 Stryker Electric and Air, Inc. ........................ (772) 219-3389 DOORS Entry Point .................................................. (772) 463-6500 EMERGENCY SERVICES -FIRE, SMOKE, WATER, FLOOD, MOLD One Call Property Services Inc. ................... (772) 223-8400 Rainbow International ................................. (772) 232-7422 FANS Dan’s Fan City ............................................ (772) 335-8625 Fan Connection ........................................... (772) 283-8166 FENCE Daniels Fence Corp. .................................... (772) 283-2383 Martin County Fence ................................... (772) 631-6158 Stuart Fence Company, Inc.......................... (772) 288-1151
FLOORING Floor Specialists of Martin County........... (772) 223-9441 Floor Direct ................................................. (772) 692-4722 FDR Contractors.......................................... (772) 221-7791 FURNITURE Becks Used Furniture & More...................... (772) 324-8590 Blooming Deals........................................... (772) 692-1885 Style & Comfort Home Furnishings.............. (772) 219-4141 GAS Elite Gas ..................................................... (772) 220-9678 Florida Gas Express .................................... (772) 781-1127 GATES Gate Creator ............................................... (772) 324-1355 HANDYMAN Fenton Services/Handyman Matters............ (772) 781-4291 Sol the Handyman ...................................... (772) 240-1495 INSPECTIONS Seacoast Inspections .................................. (772) 237-7770 Heaning Home Inspections.......................... (772) 834-4677 TC Home Inspections .................................. (772) 678-8133 INSURANCE Brightway Insurance ................................ (772) 872-7800 Great Florida Insurance ............................ (772) 283-2933 WWW.stuart.greatflorida.com River Crest Insurance ............................... (772) 463-3113 INTERIOR DESIGNERS Christopher Johnathon Design ................ (772) 291-7818 Howard’s Design Center.............................. (772) 286-0221 Resort at Home ........................................... (772) 291-6601 INTERIOR PLANT DESIGN Paradise Plants ........................................... (772) 475-5948 IRRIGATION EcoWater Systems ...................................... (772) 692-1037 Southern Tropics Irrigation .......................... (772) 546-3065 KITCHEN/BATH/HOME REMODELING Home Design Center of Florida.................... (772) 223-8400 www.FloridaHomeDesignCenter.com Dream Maker Bath & Kitchen...................... (772) 288-6255 RDI Kitchens ............................................... (772) 283-8912 LANDSCAPE/DESIGN APEX Pavers & Pool .................................... (772) 419-5151 Felice Giuliani Hardscape Landscape .......... (772) 225-3837 Organic Solutions........................................ (772) 419-8141 LEAK DETECTION Blue Star Infrared........................................ (772) 215-8794 MABLE Coast Marble & Granite ............................... (772) 210-6137 Marble Of The World ................................... (877) 240-7667 New England Granite & Marble Inc. ............. (772) 283-8667 MOLD TESTING & REMOVAL A Mold Inspection ....................................... (772) 219-9066 Rainbow International ................................. (772) 232-7422 MORTGAGE SERVICES East Coast Mortgage/Peggy Hornick ....... (772) 485-5835 www.ecmortgagelenders.com Sterling Mortgage Services/Joanne Zarro(772) 284-0725 www.sterlingms.com Fidelity Lending/Christopher Flanerty .......... (772) 237-5211 MOVING & STORAGE Jensen Moving & Storage ........................... (772) 334-5787 Two Men and A Truck .................................. (772) 236-0827 White Glove Moving & Storage .................... (772) 778-4750 PAINTING Larry McClain Painting Inc........................... (772) 223-9000
PEST CONTROL Goodfella’s Pest Management ..................... (772) 361-7844 Adam’s Pest Control.................................... (772) 781-4160 PLUBMING Aetna Plumbing, Inc. ................................... (772) 781-4160 Jensen Beach Plumbing.............................. (772) 225-6600 Sailfish Plumbing ........................................ (772) 678-1444 REAL ESTATE SCHOOL GATEWAY SCHOOL OF REAL ESTATE......... (772) 919-2687 WWW.GATEWAYSCHOOLOFREALESTATE.COM ROOFING ELITE ROOFING .......................................... (772) 643-7663
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Palm City Fly-In Community – 7,466 sq. ft., 4/5.5 pool home with office on gated 12 acres including hangar with office & bath with access to paved, lighted runway. $2,195,000
Estuary –Picture perfect sunsets from this wide water 3/3/2 home with dock for 45’ boat. Marble floors, crown molding, granite counters and many more upgrades. $1,200,000
Palm City -This 4/4/3 pool hm offers a chef’s kitchen, newly pavered covered patio & pool deck, office & 2nd floor family room. Fenced yard with 20 fruit trees & dock w/lift. $899,000
Stuart West -10 Acres with interior canal along 3 sides, CBS home w/3 ensuite bdrms, den, covered lanai and pool, 6 stall barn w/1/1 apt. in gated equestrian friendly comm. $695,000
Palm City Farms - 5 acres with custom Key West 4/3 pool hm, 1/1 guest home with pass thru garage, workshop & lg pond on high & dry acreage, perfect for equestrian or nursery. $739,000
Palm City Farms -Picture Perfect 5 acre equestrian farm with 5 stall barn, arena, fully fenced with 5 paddocks, storage shed & 3/2 pool home w/country kitchen & wood floors $539,000
Windstone –Completely remodeled 4/3/3 pool home with office & family rm has everything a discerning buyer would ask for on a lge corner lot with a very private back yard. $649,000
Little Ocean Club -Oceanfront, updated 2/2 condo just steps from beach and pool features stainless appliances and open plan, furnished in a small 25 unit complex. $319,000
River Pines –2/ 2.5 townhome w/courtyard, updated kitchen with white cabinets & Corian counter tops, storage shed, in great community with 2 pools, tennis, nature walk. $145,000
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Representing Buyers and Sellers in the South Florida Area Specializing in: Luxury Homes | Golf Communities | Waterfront Properties | Acreage Gated Communities | On Staff Designer
Sunset Trace $179,000
Lake Views $379,999
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Don’t miss this rarely on the market 3 bedrm, 2 bath Villa in the very popular Sunset Trace community in Palm City. Minutes to I 95 and Turnpike this location offers commutors an easy drive to Palm Beach.
Lovely settings offering a deep private view of the surrounding lake and golf course! 2 car garage & covered entrance, spacious foyer opens to the great room with a full wall of pocketing sliding glass doors.
Monarch Country Club $439,900
The Meadows $229,900
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Luxurious Brentwwod design featuring a “WOW” walk in Master Closet! Spacious, offering high ceilings, crown molding, media center, Kitchen designed for the “want to be” Chef” with many cabinets, enhanced by bull nose Corian counters.
Spacious Capri Design home in the very desirable Palm City community The Meadows. Screened heated Pool highlights the lanai area. Foyer entry, high ceilings, great room features gourmet designed kitchen.
Florida Club $272,000
5 Acre Lot! $130,000
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Nestled on a lushly landscaped yard providing Room for Pool, Privacy. Lanai is finished as a Florida Room, beautiful, highlighted by a Pavered patio, perfect for your Fun bar b ques and your private time.
Environmental Assessment has been done. Gorgeous 5 acres tucked away in a small residential neighborhood. Minimum lot sizes are 5 acres. Huge 2400 Sq Ft metal outbuilding on a concrete pad.
MEDALIST VILLAGE
Text P1040101 to 85377 to view more photos. Pre-Construction model leaseback opportunity! Furnished contemporary home features, 4 bedrooms including a Casita, 4.5 baths, & bonus room with wet bar. Expansive patio boasts pool/spa, summer kitchen & fireplace. $1,900,000
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MEDALIST VILLAGE
Text P932636 to 85377 to view more photos. Elegant home features 4 BR, 6.5 BA, 3 CG, resort style pool, lanai, summer kitchen, & fireplace. Inside, indulge in soaring ceilings, open living & entertaining spaces, a wine room & gourmet kitchen. $1,650,000
Newly constructed Windsor floorplan by Kingsport Development features 4 bedrooms, 4 and a half baths, den and spacious great room located in the premier golf residential community of Medalist Village. $1,295,000
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Text P931970 to 85377 to view more photos. New construction by Emerald Homes! Beautiful 4 bed, 3 bath home located in quiet, gated community features granite counters & stainless steel appliances, impact glass. Community docks may be available. $499,990
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Text R121620 to 85377 to view more photos Live in walking distance to the beach, restaurants, & shopping in this 3 BR, 2 full/2 half BA, 2 CG entertainer’s paradise in a gated waterfront community. Home features covered lanai, pool, summer kitchen, cabana bath, & preserve view. $539,000
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Established gated community near A+ rated schools, boasts an acre of land, 3 BR, 3.5 BA , 2.5 CG, crown moldings, & wood burning fireplace. Welcome guests to private quarters, pool, spa, & lake view. $429,000
Bright 3BR, 2BA home features an expansive owner’s suite w/walk-in closets, dual vanities, & walk in shower. Enjoy an open living area, galley kitchen, screened in lanai, & fenced in yard. Full accordion shutters and replaced Air Handler. $309,000
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Text R120009 to 85377 to view more photos. Get lost in this DIVOSTA built 2BR, 2BA, 2CG, Capri. This open plan highlights flowing living & dining spaces w/a built in entertainment center. Outside, take in the tranquility of a Lost Lake view from a covered patio & screened in lanai. $254,000
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Wide river views! Walk out the front door of this elevator building SEWALL’S POINT N. River Rd! High bluff elevation! Wide and you're the middle of allthis thatmajestic, downtown has to offer! views! patio areas! Harbor your large vessel PALM CITYinFARMS Discover gated, 66+ acreOpen country estatewater in Palm CityOutdoor Farms with easy access to I-95 & Turnpike! spacious floorplan with expansive rooms! Many upgrades! - seller says 6 ft depth at dock. Oversized family room! Horseman’s dream property includes 7 stall stable with center aisle, 19 paddocks, run-in shed with water & electric & 1/2 mile clay track! Gourmet kitchen! Family room with walls of windows! Oversized Unique indoor/outdoor pool with swim-up bar! Solid CBS & Spectacular in every way,patios! the center of this each property is a traditional 2 story newer 4BR/3BA home of Georgian architecture, with 3,892 A/C sqft! open & covered rooftop $899,900 commercial grade roof! $1,495,000 Features include formal living & dining rooms, 2 story family room w/ built-in cherry wood wall unit, whole house generator, 3 wood burning fireplaces, crown molding, solid oak hardwood floors, French doors & thermal T! T! pane windows! $2,195,000
PALM CITY “Sequoia” Model Heated Pool Home in Gated Community of SAILFISH Reserve.Custom POINT Discover Built this gorgeous, just remodeled solid Highlands in 2012 on ablock Premium 2 Story, concrete homeLakefront! with tile roof! Private backyard with pool + 4/5 Bathsfor+both 2 Garages for jet 3 car parking. withresort walk yourBed/3 own dock boat and skis. Love theLoft luxury out Balcony PLUS HUGEaBonus Room! $569,900 lifestyle of Sailfi shaPoint, fully guard gated community with Jack Nicklaus "Signature" championship golf course. $1,200,000
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STUART Unique “one of a kind” Key West Style home in NorthPIERCE River Shores! Truewide, 5 bed/4 pool home! Gourmet FORT Discover widebath waterfront perfection on kitchen! Backyard oasis! Large patio, pool, fiSpectacular replace & covered Indian River DR! Location, Location, Location! screened porch for entertaining! All this + private dock w/lift for intracoastal seem&toocean go onbeyond! forever! $579,900 Beautiful very immediateviews accessthat to river well maintained 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath brick home shows pride of ownership! $595,000
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PALM CITY Custom Designed Pool Home! Lushly landscaped MOON Live therock “Island Discover Moon River gardensRIVER & a 6’ privacy wall.Life”. Gorgeous views out to youronvery own tropicalIsland! oasis! This Jennaire SS appliances, hardwood cabinetry, Hutchinson Beautiful 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom CBS granite & large bar!3rd 3 full bedrooms a den,EZ 4th Villa Home PLUSisland Den, EZ Bedroom , hasplus a light & bright bedroom, baths plus a HUGE car garage! $535,000 interior with3 volume ceilings + 3skylight. Enjoy the “Beach Cottage” feel with its warm neutral paint tones. $314,900
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PALM CITY Original owner! Overlooking a lake! On cul-de-sac st. in the gated community of Oak Ridge! In-law/guest/assisted PALM CITY Discover this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in living or adult child moving back in quarters addition, added in the waterfront community of Rustic Hills! New floors 2004, could make this a 5BR / 3BA /3Car home! Split(carpet, & opentile plan, &screened laminate) in 2015, newceilings impact glass windows but sliders) in porch, vaulted & much more!(all $459,900 2014, new water softener & new “Trane” A/C! $349,900
Over 35 Years
Treasure Coast Realty
(800) 521-1921
Email: Info@TreasureCoastRealty.com
(772) 286-1900
1650 S Kanner Hwy., Ste 209, Stuart, FL 34994 (Located on 2nd floor in the Stuart/Martin County Chamber Building)
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Text P331962 to 85377 for more photos. Walk to Shepard’s Park & downtown Stuart. Completely tiled, 1bd/1ba end unit includes cable & water/sewer. Starting at $800 a mo.
Text R30328 to 85377 for more photos. Fantastic contemporary furnished 2bd/2ba on lake avail. for short term rental. Mid-town location. $1800 includes cable, water, sewer, and elec to $100 a mo.
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Text P319134 to 85377 for more photos. No Deed Restrictions on this 1/2+/-acre in Palm City w/a CBS 3bd+bonus room/2ba/2c carport & storage. Ideal for “toy” owners. As-is. $265,000.
Delight in this 3bd + loft, 2ba/2c gar w/crown molding thru-out, updated kitchen, baths, flooring. Comm pool, secure entrance. $284,900.
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Text R30327 to 85377 for more photos. Delightful furnished 2bd+den/2ba/1c carport with expansive golf course views. Light & bright. Comm pool. Seasonally avail at $2400 a mo.
Ideal 725 sq ft Professional Office building w/road frontage. CBS, metal roof. Fenced. Signage available. 1c carport + storage in rear. $1300.
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Light & bright 3bd+loft, 2ba, 2c gar end unit in Whitemarsh Reserve. 2,224 liv sq ft. Avail now annually at $1900 a mo.
Lots of Lots! Buy now, build later or hold as prices increase. Corner lots too. Builder & plans available. Prices to $35,000.
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Text P441527 to 85377 for more photos. Remodeled 3bd/2ba/2c gar pool home on oversized, fenced, corner lot. Tile floors throughout, Cherry kitchen cabinetry w/granite. $189,900.
Text P257844 to 85377 for more photos. Delightful salt water scr pool home w/2bd possibly 3/2ba/1C+ gar nestled on 1/3 acre w/canal behind for extra privacy. New metal roof & other upgrades. $195,000