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Welcome Now Trending Bigger Houses & Smaller Lots

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The Tiny House trend may make for good television but the most recent Published By

construction data confirms most Americans still prefer larger homes with

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ample space for bedrooms and bathrooms.

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“We’re having to make a tradeoff to keeps those kinds of homes accessible

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- namely, smaller lots,” says Svenja Gudell, a Chief Economist with Zillow.”

“Americans want both space and convenience but the land available Toni & Richard Granger

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relatively close to jobs centers is expensive. This trend of larger homes and 607-731-8298 • Toni@lifeandhomes.com smaller lots represents the compromise between what builders can profitably build and what consumers will actually buy.”

The average new home has gotten 24% bigger over the past 15 years and lot sizes have shrunk 10%. Using Zillow’s data, that leaves just under two feet of yard space for every one foot of finished indoor space. While median house/lot sizes differ with location, a drive through most new housing developments affirms the smaller lot trend is widespread.

Yard size could be a Pro or a Con when it comes to resell value so, no matter

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December Issue

Welcome

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what your lot size, avoid going overboard. Keeping it simple with attractive Ask The Expert landscaping and sufficient space for the yard to be functionally used will

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Owning a small yard has benefits. Landscaping a small yard requires fewer materials giving owners an opportunity to develop more upscale features are a lower cost. A small space means less yard to maintain and more time to enjoy the fruits of labors, which according to the numbers, apparently includes cleaning a bigger house.

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Van Etten, NY 607-564-7931 / 607-738-4738 We Service Chemung, Schuyler, Tompkins, & Steuben Counties

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Design Ideas

Once limited to simplistic, clean lines and cool color schemes, modern design has evolved to include sleek, minimalistic looks with gentle, warm, organic elements.The new“approachable modern” design schemes emphasize the grace of nature, respect the strength of simplicity and can be effortlessly incorporated into any home by choosing the right accents.

Incorporating metal Metal accents often serve as the focal point of modern design. When incorporating metal into your space, start with the basics: hardware, faucets and fixtures. If you gravitate toward warm finishes like bronze tones, choose accents with clean, minimalistic silhouettes. Conversely, if you opt for modern finishes with cool blue undertones like chrome and stainless, look for hardware with organic shapes like the Delta Tesla bath faucet that boasts a gentle silhouette inspired by curves found in nature. The faucet also provides modern convenience, with optional Touch2O.xt Technology that activates the flow of water with a simple touch or via hands-free proximity sensing.

Complementary accessories To maintain a modern feel, simplicity is the key with accessories. Look for a few small items to work within modern and organic schemes. For instance, geometric shaped mirrors work well across from windows to enhance natural light and a touch of greenery can come to life in a minimal, white pot.

Choose a neutral, like grey, white or beige, as the primary color in your home to enhance a minimalistic, contemporary feel. To take a next step and elevate a home’s color palette, incorporate organic materials such as wood or slate in dark, rich tones to create warmth and texture.

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Let there be light Often overlooked, the right lighting is critical when creating a space that channels modern design and homeowners have a number of options to consider, such as recessed, wall mount, chandelier and pendant lighting. Remember quality of light and placement are key. If you wish to highlight certain room features, spot lighting can be incorporated, whereas skylights work well for added natural light.

For more information about the modern contemporary Delta Tesla Bath Collection, visit www.deltafaucet.com. (BPT)

Ten Tips To Prepare Your Home For Cold Weather

With winter weather comes colder outdoor temperatures and the desire for a warm and comfortable home.

Following these 10 tips will help you conserve energy, lower utility bills, increase the efficiency and longevity of your heating system and maintain comfortable temperatures in your home.

1. Seal your home. Inspect windows, doors and the exterior of your home for cracks or leaks.

Caulk, patch or weather-strip any areas that might leak cold air and make your heating system work harder. Seal and insulate your ducts and replace screens with storm windows and storm doors.

2. Cover windows. Use drapes and blinds to reduce heat loss through windows. However, windows with direct sunlight may benefit from having the blinds up during daylight hours, as sunlight can help heat the space.

3. Clean gutters. Clogged gutters and drains can form ice dams that prevent your drainage system from working properly and lead to water seeping into your home. Be certain that dirt slopes away from your house to ensure rain or snow will drain away from the house.

4. Check your insulation. Be certain the insulation in your attic, ceilings, exterior and basement

walls, floors and crawl spaces meet levels recommended for your area.

5. Reverse the direction of your ceiling fans. A fan that runs clockwise pushes warm air downward and recirculates it through the room.

6. Clean your fireplace and make sure your damper is properly sealed. You might also consider replacing an inefficient wood-burning fireplace with a more efficient wood stove or gas insert, or add glass doors with a heat-air exchange system.

7. Buy ENERGY STAR® products and bulbs to light your outdoor pathways or porches and save money.

8. Replace furnace filters regularly. Clean filters help to improve airflow and efficiency while lowering utility bills. ENERGY STAR®, a program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, recommends checking your filter every month, especially during heavy-use months, and, if it looks dirty, change it. At a minimum, change the filter every three months.

9. Schedule a furnace inspection. A heating professional should inspect and service your heating equipment before you begin to use it for the winter months. Heat pumps and oil-fired furnaces need annual tune-ups; gas-fired equipment can be serviced every other year.

10. Buy an energy-efficient furnace or heat pump.

Furnaces and heat pumps from York® are highly efficient and meet annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) or heating seasonal performance factor (HSPF) ratings. In fact, the York LX Series residential gas furnace offers up to 96 percent AFUE and features York’s industry-leading five-year Complete Assurance Limited Warranty, which provides optional furnace replacement in the event the heat exchanger fails within five years of installation.

Compared to 10-SEER units, the premium 14SEER Yorkresidential split heat pump systems save 29 percent on energy thanks to modulating/ variable speed technology.

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607-937-5438 • Painted Post, NY Addison

$39,900 Bradford

Prattsburgh

$78,900 Painted Post

$59,000 Elmira

Elmira

$36,900 Painted Post

$99,000 Elmira

3948 Eddy Rd. - Cozy seasonal cottage on Cranberry Lake. Large deck overlooking the Lake. Most furnishings stay. Floating dock w/ motor, boat and equipment included in the sale.

Septic is a Enviro-lette system.

7288 County Rt. 75-Country Cape Cod home located within a mile from town. Needs some finishing work. Being sold AS IS.

1111 Lake St..- Being sold AS IS. Natural woodwork. See documents for Auction Terms. Gas & mineral rights unknown.

Painted Post

83 Beartown Rd - Covered patio, kitchen w/ tile, opens to sun porch, living room w/ hardwood floors, bath & laundry first floor bdrm. Up are landing bdrm and 3 more walk thru rooms.

Garage has added rooms on back.

3 Meade Street - Carpeted living room w/ fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen w/ appliances. 1 bdrm, full bath w/ handicapped shower, up are 2 large bdrms w/ storage along eaves. Full basement.Water softener rental.

$169,000 Addison

4112 Meads Creek - Completey remodeled, new kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans,corner fireplace in living room, master suite w/ walk in closet & full bath, new doors & windows, new roof, newly painted exterior.

$199,900 Savona

6210 Co. Rt. 17 - 3 bdrm Ranch w/ basement & a drive through garage attached. Approx. 80 ACRES of surveyed land open & woods. Timber value $10-$15,000, 2 additional wells. Small barn. Borders State Land at back. REA electric.

$298,000 Wayland

$39,900

2643 Goff Rd. - All Anderson windows, full LR 2678 Route 21- Located on the outskirts of w/ picture window, fireplace, dining room w/ town on over an acre of land. Needs work. sliding glass doors to screened porch, kitchen w/ Selling AS IS. range, refrigerator & island w/ butcher block, eating nook, ceiling fan, huge pantry.

Additional Land Listings 5992 St Rt 226 Savona $39,500 Lee Rd. Corning $72,600 Elmira

$24,900 Corning

405 Sullivan St.- Investors 3 bdrms, 1 bath, original woodwork, large back yard. Good front porch but needs work on both sides. Handyman needed. Shrubbery overgrown. Driveway.Walk up attic. AS IS.

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$75,000 Addison

44WThird St - Full sized open porch, washer & dryer hookups off kitchen, full bath down, newer kitchen cabinets & countertops, range & dishwasher, laminate flooring, living room, dining room. Up is newer full bath, now 2 bdrm.

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$19,200 County Rte 85 Addison $73,200

21 Steuben St.-This house had a fire, not habitable at this time. Smoke damage also. AS IS. 2 back rooms should be taken off. Mineral & gas rights convey if w/ property.

169/233 Lawrence Rd Newark $38,000

$120,000

$72,000 Elmira

$44,900

$89,000 Painted Post

$63,500

311 Maple Heights - Heated sunroom off kitchen area. Large living room w/ hardwood floors & fireplace, dining area, knotty pine accents. Galley type kitchen. Full basement w/ semi finished room. This will be a short sale.

$149,900 Corning

355W First St.- All new windows w/ woodwork, kitchen w/ gas range, fan, dishwasher, refrigerator, Corian countertops, microwave. NewYork room w/ views, deck off this room, 1/2 bath & 1 bdrm down. Up huge master w/ hardwood floors

$59,000 Corning

7046 State Rt. 119 - Older windows, nice wooded back drop, kitchen w/ range, refrigerator & dishwasher. Nice sized kitchen w/ washer & dryer hookup, knotty pine walls in living room, built in bookshelves, 1 bdrm down, full bath.

$57,000 Bath

10243 Dry Run Rd.- Nice setting for this single wide 20x24 family room addition. Garage with storage above and workshop. Circular driveway.

Most of the acreage is mostly wooded hillside.

Close to State Land.

$124,900 Corning

146 West Hill Rd.- Country Victorian home located just on the outskirts of the City on 2.42 ACRES. Watch the wildlife off the back deck. New carpet throughout.

$250,000 Cameron Mills

5710 Dyke Rd- Pastures are rented. Large LR, DR, kitchen w/ newer windows & range, full bath w/ laundry room (not finished) back room w/slider.

Up are 4 bdrms, 2nd bath & room that could be finished. Acreage adjoins State Land.

$62,550 Beaver Dams

458 W First St. - Two 2 bdrm apartments, two apartments on 2nd floor, front & back exits. First floor open floor plan w/ living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bdrm & bath. Barn/shop, garage out back. Surveyed 2015. New roof.

$179,900 Corning

41Tuscarora St.. -Entrance foyer w/ open staircase, living room w/ fireplace, dining room w/ gorgeous fireplace, library/den beautiful wide molding & hardwood floors, kitchen w/ oak cabinets, new dishwasher, range, refrigerator.

$83,900 Corning

5 Church St.- Move right in to this newly remodeled ranch home. Freshly painted interior w/new flooring throughout. New bathroom, New countertop & sink in kitchen,a ll new plumbing and drains, new outlets & switches.

8 Maynard St. - Gracious new trex front porch, new door & entry w/ open stairway, fireplace in living room, formal dining room, bright kitchen w/ range, refridgerator & dishwasher, 2 large bedrooms & large bath up, attic, gazebo, garage.

1024 Davis Rd.- Charming country home.Watch the wildlife right out the bay window! 1st floor master bed & bath. Huge L shaped covered deck.

24x32 garage less than 2 years old. Has electric & storage above.Well kept home & property.

121 E 8th St. - Spacious home located on a double lot. Assesment and taxes are based on both parcels. Freshly painted interior. New carpet. Covered back deck, enclosed sun porch, and enclosed front porch.

3968 Manning Ridge Rd - Living room w/ diagonal knotty pine accent & wood stove, laminate flooring, large kitchen w/ loads of cabinets, range & refrigerator, laundry hookups w/ washer, dryer . 1 bdrm down, 2 up.

Homes open for viewing Mon - Thurs 10AM - 2PM or call for appointment.

34 Retirement Drive Horseheads, NY 14845 (607) 739-0521 retirementestates@aol.com

Visit our web site for the next open house date and time!

65 Retirement Dr. – 2 B/ 1BA Immaculately maintained with 329 Easy Street – This triple A home (Affordable + Available many upgrades including a new furnace and A/C condenser, + Awesome) is ready for new owners! Offering 2 bedrooms a new roof and more. There is a lovely front porch, screened & 2 full baths, large kitchen, living room, dining room, sun in with panel for winter warmth. $70,000 room & garage! Master bath has a walk-in shower. $75,000

243 Leisure Lane – Here is a spacious home with lots of class! 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms. The master bath has a shower and a Jacuzzi. The is a roomy kitchen with a separate dining area, a large living room with a fireplace. $99,900

123 Rockingchair Road – 3 bedrooms and 2 baths! Master bedroom with walk-in closet and attached bath. New wall to wall carpet throughout and just painted! Large living room and Eat-in Kitchen, plus a 1 car garage and carport! $79,000

206 Leisure Lane – This immaculate home has 2 bedrooms 133 Rocking Chair Rd – Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath home with a and 2 baths (the master bath has a walk-in shower). There is lovely view. This home has a large living room with cathedral a large living room and large eat-in kitchen plus a screened in ceilings, a separate dining area, and a roomy kitchen. There is porch. With an attached 1 car garage. $109,000 a lovely family room with built-in bookcases. $138,000

213 Leisure Lane – This lovely home has 3 bedrooms & 2 321 Easy Street – This 3 B & 2 BA home is in immaculate 119 Rockingchair Road – You will be amazed when you view baths w/ many extras: There is a large kitchen w/ lots of cabi- condition with lots of features: large master & bathroom, spa- this wonderful home! this four bedroom and three full bath nets & Corian counter tops, breakfast nook looking out over cious living room & separate dining area, roomy kitchen lots home also has a walkout basement, decks and 2 car garage! the front porch, open living room bow window. $138,000 of cabinets and an island with a breakfast bar. $149,000 There’s too much to list here - come on over! $239,000

RETIREMENT ESTATES The Lifestyle You Deserve

41 Retirement Dr – This lovely home has many features to enhance it’s functionality. The large living room opens to a spacious eat-in kitchen w/skylight to brighten the room.

The Master Suite will amaze you! $95,000

• All One Level Homes • Safe, Friendly Neighborhood • Community Center for Large Gatherings & Activities

Homes Available for Viewing Mon-Thurs 10am-2pm, or by Appt.

Check our website or Facebook for the next Open House!

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The Jennifer Baker Team 100% Dedicated and Ready to Work for You!

8Years of Success, Helping Buyers and Sellers AchieveTheir Goals

Jennifer M. Baker, GRI, ABR, ePro, Licensed Real Estate Sales Person, NY & PA JenniferMBaker14870@gmail.com

Call/Text 607- 857-2077

Larry G. Baker Jr. Licensed Real Estate Sales Person

Call/Text 607-738-3129

Realty USA - Market St 48 West Market St Corning, NY 14830 Office: (607) 936-4609

Corning

$144,000

Lawrenceville

$85,000

Caton

$119,900

Painted Post

$129,900

Erie Street - Get ready to say“wow”. Must see interior of this one. 4 bedroom home with 1 full bath and an option for a second in the large master loft. Beautiful remodeled high end kitchen w/ nothing but the best.

Sticklertown Road- Don’t let this one slip away. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on full foundation. Large 40x50 pole barn, 3 additional sheds, old outhouse, farm potential fields, 33+ acres. MLS#241810

Station Road - Just adjusted the price to $85,000!You can’t even buy a house and land with improvements for this price!! Just over the border in PA. Offers 3 bdrms & 2 full baths! MLS#239039

Taft Road - Fabulous four bdrm ranch offers plenty of yard space, abv grnd pool, storage shed, open patio, multi-level deck. Entering rear door you’re welcomed by bright clean kitchen. MLS#241831

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Elmira

Addison

Crisp Evenings and the Crunch of Leaves!

With the 2015 Fall Season comes the best time in decades to buy a home. The Sellers’ market is still going strong. It is the best time to sell! If you’ve been wondering if it’s a good time to buy or sell, please give us a call. We will put our knowledge and experience to work for you.

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Jasper

$213,000

Lawrenceville, PA

$168,000

Corning

$102,500

Bath

County Route 119 - Stick-built home w/master suite w/large full bath, walk-in closet & vaulted ceiling, large open kitchen w/plenty of counter/cabinets, dining area, laundry rm. MLS#238632

The Season of Change is Upon Us.

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$45,000

Linden Place - Owner financing available w/acceptable down payment.Well-maintained 3-bedroom home offering 1st-floor bedroom, living room w/fireplace, centrally located kitchen MLS#239919

Five Corners Rd - 07 Amish-Built Custom Home, made w/local kiln-dried wood siding. A mixture of tongue & groove, exposed beams & modern touches.1st flr master suite. MLS#240780

Powderhouse Road -Priceless view, beautifully landscaped gardens, stone walkways, covered front porch, privacy galore.The terraced back yard lot is very usable. 3 large bedrooms. MLS#241293

$108,000

North Rd -Take a look at this large 2 bedroom 1 bath PA home with tons of character.With attached garage and barn you can take advantage of the agricultural uses. Open floor plan, large eat in kitchen.

$96,900

Robie Street - As you pull up front, the large covered deck with vinyl grabs your attention. Foyer opens to the large living room & open space through the family room, dining room. MLS#240120

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Do you know the value of your home?

Call, text or email me for a free market analysis of your home today.

Susan McDaniel

“Your neighborhood Realtor” Licensed Sales Agent

(607) 765-9060 text friendly Susan@SignaturePropertiesRE.com

“Let my knowledge be your benefit”

Signature Properties

15 West Market Street Corning, NY 14830 607-796-9817 signaturepropertiesre.com

Michele Smith RE/MAX IN MOTION

607-882-3177(cell) 607-277-1500(office)

313 N Meadow St, Ithaca, NY 14850

www.reinmotion.com

2981 Elmira Rd, Newfield $290,000

Historic 1883 barn on 42.49 commercial acres backing up to over 100 acres of state forest land ready for revitalization, and creative business opportunities. This is one of the grand old barns reflecting the history of this country. It has an unmistakeable air of significance. MLS# 300356

4235 S Buck Hill Rd, Trumansburg $249,900 Renovated 3 bedroom, 2 full bath farmhouse PLUS, 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, 1188 sq ft apartment with loft, open concept living room/ kitchen and deck (composite) with attached two car 36 x 23 garage! Farmhouse boasts 1730 sq ft and has yet to be lived in since renovations.

MLS# 302886

5 Puhalka Rd, Newfield

$161,900

11558 St. Rte. 38, Berkshire $139,900

608 Owego Rd, Candor

0 Sunnyview Dr., Newfield $74,900

This cozy ranch sits upon a hill with gorgeous country views for miles. The yard and landscaping has been well thought out and taken years to grow and mature into something special. The exterior of the home has been well insulated and newly sided in 2013. Low maintenance!

MLS# 302523

This is a time for giving thanks, and we thank you, our clients, for trusting us with your business!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Reduced to an amazing price! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS FABULOUS DEAL! Wonderful Ranch sits far, far back from the road on a deep lot with a completely private trout stream along the back of the property. The spacious, open floor plan allows all main living areas to join in family conversations! MLS# 302008

$90,000

Totally renovated home with open living room and kitchen. Wooden parquet flooring in living room and master. Great kitchen and very pretty bath; move right in. It is immaculate and is the best value whether you are just starting out or are downsizing. Cheaper than rent!

MLS# 301959

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Country Romantic Historic 1860 Barn on 10 Acres. You just found that perfect country location close to town with lovely views with a 3360 sq ft, 4 story barn built to last. This historic barn not only adds beauty and personality to the rural acreage, but can be adapted for many practical uses. MLS# 303159

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Great Homes for the New Year!

Exceptional Properties w/ Acreage Mary Rose McDonald Licensed RE Salesperson (C) 607-731-7036 (O) 607-733-2700

215 W Church St Elmira, NY 14901 73 MOSS HILL ROAD, HORSEHEADS

$385,000

Custom Cape on 33 acres- mostly wooded with creek. Perfect recreational retreat or year round living. 2 bedroom cottage included for additional living quarters or income. Open floor plan with spacious kitchen w/ beautiful new custom solid oak countertops. Gorgeous wooden beams & open staircase to loft area- 4th bedroom potential. Lower level w/spacious Walk-out to the woods. 3 car garage, shed & absolutely beautiful wooden gazebo for entertaining. Mineral rights convey!

153 WATERCURE HILL ROAD, ELMIRA

$164,500

Exceptional opportunity- gracious farmhouse on 2.1 meticulously landscaped acres with stocked pond and views you will enjoy any season. Additional living space with newly updated studio apartment. Gleaming plank floors, granite countertops in the kitchen with open floor plan into a comfortable family room w/ 2 additional living rooms. 1st floor bath and convenient laundry. Room for you, family and more. Front porch and back deck to enjoy the views! Large oversized workshop.

Don’t just DREAM about your new home, call your Barden dealer today!

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Hunter’s Paradise, Country Lover’s Dream & Business Owner’s Delight!

Price Reduced! $205,000! WOW!

This sprawling 1888 square foot three bedroom ranch is situated on 20.86 acres with beautiful views. Located just minutes into Village of McGraw and City of Cortland with easy access to I-81. The oversized garage measures 24x52 will hold just about anything you can imagine including all the toys for country living with a workshop to boot! Present owner has a salon (11x21) between house and garage with separate entrance too. Would make perfect set up for most any home based business or office. The updated kitchen has newer appliances and solid surface countertops and island. There is a 3 season sun porch just steps down off the kitchen with walk out to deck area to accommodate entertaining. Living room is 14 x33 which could be staged for combination living and dining. There are laundry hook-ups on the main floor and in basement. The full basement has potential to practically double your living space! Nestled up in the woods is a cabin with a front row seat to nature and wild life! There is also a pond along the western road frontage. Call today for more information and to set up a showing.

Priced to seLL! radisson condo For sale by owner! radission in Baldwinsville $105,500 corning, nY

$205,900

Joanne M Sweeney,

Licensed Associate Broker joanne@hometoheritage.com

Cell: 607-423-5623

Heritage Realty of Central New York 7 James Street, Homer, NY 13077 www.HometoHeritage.com

Office: 607-428-0708

Featured Property

656 deyo road Beautifully remodeled home with an addition and a Spectacular view on 4 acres, inviting newer hickory kitchen with corian countertops, relaxing master suite with a jacuzzi tub and private deck. Spacious living rooms and bedrooms. this home is virtually maintenance free with vinyl siding, Pella replacement windows, and composite decking. total remodel in 2008. this home is centrally located and is 6 miles from both corning, and Southport, and 8 miles to Elmira. don’t miss the opportunity to make this your home.

MlS# 241685

Please contact Jennifer for all showings: Jennifer robertson cell: 607-742-6098

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452 Milton St, Elmira NY 14904

607-795-1443

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452 Milton St, Elmira NY 14904

133 Olcott Rd N, Big Flats

$200,000

Your piece of Heaven on Earth awaits you!The home is awesome w/a terrific floor plan, large rooms, huge master suite w/ a walk-in closet &office, fully updated kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances & a large amount of cupboards & counter-tops for the chef in the family!

The location &setting are key! Over 1 acre lot, close to the highway, but has thatcountry feel! MLS 242053

Pine City

Painted Post

$19,500

Elmira

$45,000 Elmira

306-308 SLY ST- An investor’s dream! Five Units in One Building! Easy to collect rents, easy to make it pay for itself, and only one lawn to maintain! MOTIVATED SELLER!

Always an agent on call! Call Today!

1500 Marywood, Elmira $99,900

497 Milton Street Elmira $61,900

505 Phoenix Ave Elmira

You’ll enjoy the location especially if you like taking long walk, fishing, baseball games, & more!This ranch style home offers a lot for the money! Everything on one floor & a versatile floor plan!The garage has been converted into living space & is currently being used as a family room.There is an enclosed porch for enjoying both sunny days &cool evenings! MLS 241869

Nice Bungalow with an open floor plan, new windows, 1st floor bedrooms & laundry rooms, double lot, & many extras!The double lot is great for family functions, playing in the yard, & just having your own space! Close to Dunn Field, Home of the Elmira Pioneers! Quiet residential location, too! New windows, larger kitchen, 200 amp circuit breakers. MLS 241855

$175,000 Corning

232 Crane Rd - All on one level, a dream kitchen with cinnamon birch cabinetry and granite counter tops, large bath, family room, 2 car attached garage, wood burning fire place. Full walkout basement.

117 Evergreen, Very well kept 2 bedroom, appliances included (washer less than 1yr), screened porch, large carport. Located in Victory Village MPH. You will love the location, close to everything (work, entertainment, shopping & more)!

607-795-1443

Motivated seller! Adorable ranch home waiting for a new family to enjoy. Everything has been updated throughout the home, including a new Architectural roof (2010). Other updates include a new kitchen, bath, flooring, appliances, windows, septic pumped (09) and electric service, not to mention the awesome basement that’s screaming to be finished. MLS 241758

$204,000 Elmira

11585 Kelly Hill Rd -You’ll love the new kitchen, the easy to clean floor plan, the openness, and the attention to detail!

Beautifully decorated, and only the finest of materials used! 30 acres of wooded land.

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11947 St Rte 352 - Newer kitchen, Freshly painted, Newer carpets, 2 gas fire places, Huge living rooms on both floors, 3 full baths, laundry on both floors, Huge yard, great area, Huge master bedroom with skylight.

$92,900

6668TulipTrail, Located in an Adult Community in Bath NY you’ll find this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath, double wide trailer, with 1456 sq ft &an attached garage! You’ll enjoy this Adults 55+ park where you can relax & enjoy peace & quiet. Rented Site $443-includes the use of a community building,snow removal, lawn care, water, & garbage. Custom made for physically challenged.

$95,900 Elmira

430 BROADWAY- Fully occupied, parking in rear, money maker! It’s a must see, easy to keep rented, large eat in kitchens in two apartments. Owner wants it sold!

$152,900 Millport

4902 Pinecrest Rd-This is a lovely family home. Offers 4 beds 2 full baths family room, fenced backyard, large storage shed, quiet street, lots of storage. New windows,central air, new deck. Hardwood floors under carpet.

Lowman (Lot 215)

$11,500

926 Hoffman Hollow Rd,Here you’ll find a 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home, all set up for your handicap needs! It has a master bedroom and bath that has been altered to make your life easier, as well as a ramp inside the carport so that you have protection while entering and exiting your vehicle. Located near Park & Ride, the I-86, between Elmira &Waverly.

$48,000 Elmira

509 W First- Separate utilities! Great investment opportunity, or live in the two bedroom (lower) & let the long standing tenant upstairs pay the mortgage!

$139,900 Corning

$55,000 Elmira

1006 WALNUT ST - Separate utilities, & located close to the Arnot Hospital & easy to attract professional tenants. 2 story garage great for storage & for tenants!

$59,900

$117,000

80 Griffith St- Room to hold generations to come, inside and out. Old world charm brought up to today’s standards. A kitchen any cook would love-Aids to serve you-Kitchen Aid appliances. 1st fl. laundry.

Lowman (Lot 72)

$47,000

858 Robert Hollow Rd,You won’t find a prettier, better kept, double wide home!This is truly beautiful & you’ll never believe that it isn’t new from the factory! It offers 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Eat-in-Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room and Laundry area! A well respected park and a convenient location, along with this affordable price will have you wondering what took you so long!

$50,000 Elmira

355 W GRAY ST- Separate utilities, good profit even w/ low rents w/ this 3 unit home! Make it yours & make some money now & in the future! Motivated Seller!

$43,800

58 FULTON ST- Extremely motivated sellers on this 4 unit home! 2 newly refurbished apts, 2 long term tenants!

Out of town Sellers say “We Need to Sell!”

Motivated Sellers! 1110 S Main St., Elmira $44,900 2 bedroom cape | 722 Erie St., Elmira $24,500 Possible rental space.

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Local Realtor Association and elected officials discuss housing issues at their Annual Legislative Luncheon. In photo (left to right) Ken Leath (Legislative & Realtor PAC Chairman), Assemblyman Phil Palmesano, Alison Hunt (Deput y Dist. Dir. for Congressman Tom Reed), Cathy Weil (Realtor Assoc. President), NYS Senator Tom O’Mara, At t y. David Pawlak (Assoc.

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• This year, New York State REALTORS® suppor ted the extension of the Proper t y Tax Cap, first enacted in 2011, on behalf of the state’s homeowners. At tached to the State’s Proper t y Tax Cap is a 4-year proper t y tax rebate program that will provide tax relief to proper t y owners who qualify for a STAR exemption.

• New York State REALTORS® are par t of a coalition of 11 business, local government and education organizations to launch “Let New York Work: A Common Agenda for the Common Good” to advocate for mandate relief for New York’s local governments and school districts.

• REALTORS® helped defeat a proposal that would have mandated the installation of fire sprinklers in all new one- and t wo- family homes and townhomes in New York, adding significantly to the cost of construction; instead, REALTORS® suppor t consumer choice and incentives.

• REALTORS® helped defeat legislation to increase state and local mor tgage recording and transfer taxes in our state, which already has the 3rd highest closing costs in the countr y (in 2014).

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Makitra Real Estate, Inc. Steven "Sam" A. Makitra Broker/Owner 4 West Steuben St. 607-776-2468 Bath, NY 14810 www.makitrarealestate.com

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Cameron, NY - Land sale! Here is your chance to own a great piece of country. This 5 acre lot is ready for a cabin or new home. Maps available upon request. $14,900 MLS# 238347

Bath, NY - A truly unique property. Offering a quality single family ranch home set on over 3 park like acres just minutes from Bath and I86. Included are two additional income producing dwellings totaling 5 rental units, and two storage bays that may also produce income. Extremely well maintained. Shown by appointment. $245,000 MLS# 241512

Cameron Mills, NY - Looking for a place to Homestead? This may be the one.

Amish built contemporary home built in 2002. Approx. 2080 Sq.Ft. of living space.Great room,kitchen,pantry, and bedroom all on 1st floor.2nd floor is unfinished, ready to complete to your requirements. Full unfinished walk-out basement. $225,000 MLS# 241684

Avoca, NY - Great property and well maintained. Barn in the back with 1 car bay and workshop down, rec room and/or storage up. Gorgeous yard and lot. Centrally located off I 86 between Bath and Hornell. $99,000 MLS# 240329

Campbell, NY - Charm and comfort are what you will find throughout this fine home.

Gorgeous open floor plan. Also a large fully functional kitchen, Large living room and a cozy den with pellet stove.4 bedrooms including master suite, 3 baths,large laundry room, and a large deck out back just off kitchen, 2 acre yard. $118,000 MLS#241260

Avoca, NY -Take a look at this one. A pristine property with low maintenance. A quality built ranch and a prime lot situated on just under an acre of park like scenery. Offering a master suite with private bath with extra bedrooms opposite. A full unfinished basement with outside or inside entry. Village water and gas. $120,000 MLS# 240608

Bath, NY - Welcome to Bath Drive in! Approximately 12 acres of prime commercial land with frontage on St. Rt. 415s. Many potential uses including a drive in theatre. Bath village electric with 3 phase on property. All updated electrical and water systems. $249,000 MLS#241839

Prattsburgh, NY - Vacant commercial lot located on Rt. 53. Electric to property. $29,000 MLS#241841

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Bath, NY -Prime vacant lot minutes from Bath. $19,000 MLS#241843