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R275634 SOPHISTICATED RANCH PLAN FEATURES SOARING CEILINGS, Detailed Molding & Great Architectural Interest. Floor plan offers Formal Din, Liv/Study, Fam Rm w/FP, & Kit/Break all with Hardwood Flooring. Full Guest Bath includes Tile Flooring & Custom Vanity. Spacious Master Ste features Triple Tray Ceiling, EnSuite Bath. 2 First Floor Guest Rooms. Rec & Bonus Room w/ Full BA upstairs. Scrn Porch/Patio. 77 MEADOW OAKS CIRCLE, SMITHFIELD NC 27577 $289,900 (77ME) MLS#2118127
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PERFECTLY PLANNED CUSTOM HOME (2009) and barns. 3 minutes from historic downtown Pittsboro. 4694 heated sq ft. 4 bdrms and 3.5 baths. M. Bdrm on Main level. All flooring 5” plank white oak hardwood or tile. Kitchen w/ double oven, 6 burner propane stove. Granite throughout. Alarm system. Office/ gun room with built in cabinets and custom shelving. Plenty of storage. 2160 sq/ ft barn with (6) 12x12 stalls. Whole farm generator. Extra workshop. Too many features to list. MUST SEE! $1,200,000. TEXT R431385 TO 52187
MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION! Builder closeout. CUSTOM home Hoke Landing Subdivision for $107 per foot. Comparable homes in this SD selling in the $130’s/$140’s per foot. Master + 2 additional bedrooms down. Upstairs features 4th bedroom + 3 additional rooms. Granite tops throughout, hardwood, tile, wood shelves, great kitchen w/tile back splash. Tray ceilings master & dining room. Awesome trim package includes exposed wood beams in the family room. Epoxy finish garage floor. $349,900. TEXT R233503 TO 52187
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FABULOUS EXECUTIVE STYLE CONDO located in the gorgeous Bloomsbury Estates. If you want to be/live in the heart of downtown within walking distance to everything Raleigh has to offer then this is it. Walking distance to Red Hat, new train station, Fayetteville St and Glenwood Ave and possible Soccer Stadium! Incredible 1’st floor, up scale condo. 2BR/2BA featuring a gourmet kitchen to kill for with Bosch/SS apl, bar and more! Hardwoods, tile, crown molding, just too many up grades to list. $375,000. TEXT R468666 TO 52187
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PERFECT MOUNTAIN GETAWAY on 1.57 acres with nice views and wonderful mountain chalet with lots of extras. Great location just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Wood floors, master bedroom with large closet, bath and double doors leading onto the backporch. Home comes completely furnished! Newer heat/AC system. Den/family room with lots of windows. Upstairs bedrooms do not have closets, but there is some storage upstairs. Covered patio area. Quality furnishings including porch furniture. $154,900. TEXT R506377 TO 52187
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WELL KEPT HOME on a Large lot in Southern Alamance County! Brick / Vinyl Siding, Covered Front Porch, Split Bedroom Plan, Tile Back Splash, Large Family Room in Basement! Extensive Decking & Black Chain Link Fencing in Rear. Large Garage. Must See! Home doesn’t look lived in! $200,000. TEXT R366590 TO 52187 ARTFULLY-CRAFTED FARMHOUSE on 5.5 acres. Quality-built w/green featurespassive solar features,radiant heat concrete floors, re-purposed brick, solid doors, vintage lights & transom windows. Covet the custom cherry built-ins, wide-plank floors, butler’s pantry, mudroom w/ farm sink. Sweeping views from the 1600+ sq. ft. of covered porch. Flex space in bonus rm. & basement. Accessory bldg. Comfy apt. over 3-bay garage/ workshop. Wake Cty Schools! $750,000. TEXT R431405 TO 52187 WONDERFUL NEW LISTING IN GRAND OAKS! This Brick Home features a IN-LAW SUITE with its own Bedroom, Bath, Living rm/ Kitchen, Laundry Room & ITS OWN 2-Car Garage(Separate from The Main Garage). Main Home has Hardwood & Ceramic tile Floors, Granite Counters, Formal Dining & a Breakfast Nook. Large Master Suite w/ Double Doors leading in, Walk in Closets, Jetted Garden Tub & Separate Shower. His & Hers Vanities. 2 Heating Systems, 2 Laundry Rms, Security System, irrigation System. $359,000. TEXT R271637 TO 52187 BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME IN PRESTIGIOUS COPPERLEAF! High-end features such as 6 burner Wolf range w/dual ovens, walk in double shower w/spray jets, & tankless water heater w/ remote. Backs to greenway w/ access to the American Tobacco trail! Kitchen, family rm & breakfast all open to one another. Enormous center island, great for entertaining! 1st floor guest suite & office. 2,430 sf attic space, partially framed & plumbed. 2 sets of stairs. Screened porch, deck, patio & 3 car garage. Yard has room for a pool! $875,000. TEXT R453703 TO 52187
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for Your Consideration! INCREDIBLE, ONE OF A KIND HOME IN STAMEYS WALK! Fabulous home with finished, second floor to die for with enormous bonus area, 2 bedrooms, bar area & office. New hardwoods, carpet throughout. Incredible gourmet kitchen with gas range, granite counter, 42” cabinets, stainless apt & breakfast area. Vaulted & tray ceilings, fans throughout, pocket/farm doors, finished insulated garage, screened porch, custom closets, fenced yard & more, perfect for the in-laws. To many details to list. $300,000. TEXT R506436 TO 52187
N. RALEIGH HOME located in a highly rated school district with quick access to 540 and short drive to downtown. Home features a complete in-law apartment which is handicapped equipped with full kitchen and bath. 2nd floor has been updated to include new hardwood floors, and two remodeled bathrooms. Home climate control system with an “Energy Sentry” to reduce utility costs. Private backyard Jeffrey Hammitt with upper and lower decks. Team Anderson Realty Fenced in yard with in ground (919)239-9711 pool and large hard wood natural jeffrey@teamandersonrealty.com area; perfect for entertaining. 5BD/3.5BA. $595,000 TEXT R504676 TO 52187
LOTS OF NEW with an OUTSTANDING VIEW from this 3 BR, 2 BA home located in Hickory Mountain. Brand new granite countertops, new fixtures, paint, new wood flooring, stainless steel appliances and more to offer a totally updated interior. Large formal living room, FP, separate dining room, cozy den/sunroom with two sided fireplace. Nice master suite with beautiful marble vanity, 2 additional large front Darlene Wyatt bedrooms. Central air and heat. Mountain Dreams Realty Close to town and perfect for full or part-time mountain living! (336)363-4071 darlene336.dw@gmail.com PRICED WELL BELOW TAX VALUE and “Move In Ready!” $175,000. TEXT R506385 TO 52187
DON’T MISS THIS STUNNING HOME located on nearly an acre of a private wooded lot. Huge rocking chair front porch + double decks in the back. Kitchen boasts solid surface counter tops, 42in cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Fridge conveys. Large 1st floor master, 3 full baths, 2nd bedroom down, office, massive bonus, fresh paint throughout & Megan Page new carpets in living room and Simply Southern Realty master. Walk in attic/storage galore. Garden area. Both elec(919)427-0145 tric realtormeganpage@gmail.com HVAC’s are less than 2 years old. Pool community. $281,500 TEXT R469829 TO 52187
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QUALITY CUSTOM BUILT one owner home. Well maintained. Shows immaculate. No children, pets or smokers ever lived here. Luxury bath with round tub, fiberglass shower & double sinks. Appliances included are washer, dryer, 15 cu. double door refrigerator almost new, stove, microwave can stay also. Wood cabinets upgrade in the kitchen, new rear metal roof covered deck, 18’x12 concrete foot front porch. Impressive 1.28 acre flat lot with over 136 feet of road frontage. $99,900. TEXT R492289 TO 52187
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STUNNING EXECUTIVE RANCH IN PICTURESQUE CHADBOURNE. Travertine Foyer & Open Plan w/extensive trim work, neutral palette. Elegant Formals & Fam Rm w/coffered ceilg, Stacked Stone FP, & Window Wall. NEW Gourmet Kitchen w/lg Island, Marble C Tops, Induction C-Top high end SS Appl. 1st Flr Guest Suites. First Flr Owners Retreat w/ensuite. Bonus & Full Bth Rod Hudson 2nd Flr. Enjoy outdoors, Covered Coldwell Banker Advantage Porch, SS Grill /Terrace. Fenced (919)938-2122 Yard. 96 BARRINGER DRIVE, GARNER NC 27529 $529,000 soldbyrod@aol.com (96BA) MLS#211802. TEXT R275622 TO 52187
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6 TRENDY BATHROOM UPGRADES We use our bathrooms every day, so their importance in your home is far greater than you might think. Modern bathrooms should be simple, clean, and comfortable. When designing your bathroom, utilize clean lines, minimal colors, and geometric shapes and patterns. Fixtures and amenities are also a great way to transfer your dull bathroom into a relaxing and refreshing space. Jumpstart your bathroom upgrade today with these five additions. Freestanding Bathtubs Tubs shouldn’t always be the same old oval, white, fiberglass tub attached to the wall. Freestanding tubs are a staple for modern bathroom designs. Keep things symmetrical and sharp and create balance by strategically placing your tub in a spot that enhances the flow of your bathroom. Try a retro clawfoot tub or pedestal tub. Skylights In rooms where privacy is a concern, skylights can provide both
natural light and ventilation. They're beautiful and give your bathroom a major “wow” factor. Skylights are also practical and save you money; Energy Star-qualified no-leak, solar-powered fresh-air skylights can help trim electricity costs by providing natural light and passively venting moist, warm air from the room. Lighted vanity mirror Home improvement stores, design studios, and online retailers carry a variety of lighted vanities in shapes, sizes, styles, and light sources (LED, CFL or incandescent) to suit virtually every taste. Installing one is a simple do-it-yourself job that has a big impact on a bathroom's appearance and usability. Dual-flush toilet Dual-flush toilets are a great way to save water and money. Because they use only the water you need to get the job done, they contribute positively to a home's overall footprint and can help save on water bills. They’re a lower-cost upgrade, and
even more cost-effective when installed by a savvy do-it-yourselfer. Towel warmers Wall-mounted or free-standing, plug-in or hard-wired, all towel warmers work the same way; heated bars warm towels hung on the rack, providing a cozy, warm towel every time you bathe. Plug-in versions install easily, while hardwired ones may require professional installation. Shower foot rest Designed to make shaving easier, foot rests are an economical improvement – some suction-cup styles cost under $20. For a more refined look or enhanced sturdiness, it's possible to find one that anchors into the wall through screws, or a style built into the shower. If you're redoing your shower stall, it's the perfect time to add a stylish, sturdy foot rest.
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These Indoor Decor Ideas By Kristin Belt If you’re like a lot of homeowners today, you might be tempted to chalk decorating choices up to personal preference and think they have little to do with home value—but this is a mistake. Whether or not you’re planning to sell your home soon, here’s what you need to know: the right decorating choices not only make your home a more enjoyable place for you to live, but also they increase and improve your property value when it comes time to put it on the market. This is because, believe it or not, there are a lot of ways that updates and decorating can increase how much your home is worth. How exactly does this work? What indoor décor boosts property value? Consider the following:
1. Fresh Paint. “Whether it’s interior or exterior painting, a fresh coat of paint instantly makes any space appear updated and clean, increasing its surface value,” says TLC Decorating Services. Stick to light neutrals that enlarge your living spaces and appeal to a wide range of tastes, and, if you have it in the budget, hire professionals who will make sure the paint job is done right. 2. Upgraded Lighting. There’s a reason real estate agents turn on all of a home’s lights for a showing — generally speaking, the brighter, the better. Well-lit rooms look bigger and more inviting, especially when attractive fixtures light them. Plus, because light fixtures are one of those home features that often will stay with a home when it sells, potential buyers are getting extra value from the recessed lighting, pendant lights and other fixtures you add to your layout and design.
3. Plantation Shutters. Attractive window treatments are always a selling point, especially if they’re custom-made like plantation shutters. Specifically created for your home’s living rooms, bedrooms or basement, plantation shutters add as much functionality as they do value, showing buyers yet another asset of your home. 4. Granite Countertops. It doesn’t matter if you
live in a two-bedroom condo or a six-bedroom Georgian-style home, adding granite countertops is a design choice with value impact. “No matter what price the home is, most buyers want granite these days,” says Lee Anne Culpepper at Networx. Plus, because granite or other stone countertops are such an in-demand feature these days, most buyers will be willing to pay more for a home to get them.
5. New Appliances. Right along with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances are a top upgrade in terms of value boost. “The cold feel of steel is a hot ticket item for buyers,” says HGTV. “Transition
your appliances as they wear out and go with a similar metallic look in your light switches.” Swap the old, outdated fridge, stove and dishwasher in your kitchen with sleek stainless steel and you bring it into the new century.
6. New Bathroom Tile. Nothing dates a bath-
room faster than vintage tile, so if you want to breathe fresh life into a bathroom space, go with new, bright, modern tile instead. Light colors make small bathrooms look bigger — a major value boost come selling time — and modern choices make your bathrooms fit with your home’s more updated overall look.
7. Staged Rooms. Only a small percentage of the population can truly envision living in a home with outdated décor or empty rooms — that’s why a service like staging can be so powerful. According to Bankrate, one survey showed that home staging resulted in an average $1,780 price increase or 586 percent return on investment. If you want to make your home look more valuable and thus to command a higher sale price, consider hiring a stager to make your rooms look their best. When potential buyers see how attractive and spacious rooms can look, they’re one step closer to making an offer. 8. Attractive Framing. Empty walls force a buyer to try and imagine where art could go and how to fill space. When you have attractive, perhaps even custom framing throughout your living spaces, however, you have a perfect finishing touch — both for your own enjoyment in your home and for a desirable look when it’s time to sell. If you’ve wanted to upgrade your home but are unsure how to justify it, this list is good news. Not only will the right indoor décor make your home more livable for the short term, but also it will add value for longterm resale. To figure out where to start with your remodeling projects, use the above eight ideas and make the most of your updates.
Empty Nesters: How to Reclaim Your Space
With the fall college semester right around the corner, many parents may soon become empty nesters. While children leaving the home can be bittersweet, it also presents an opportunity for parents to reclaim space in their home. After the kids move out, updating the home with savvy improvements can help make life easier and more enjoyable, all while boosting resale value for those planning to downsize in the future. If your children have left the nest, consider these home projects:
1. Find Your “Me” Space
If you have a guest bedroom or your student won’t be coming home during breaks, turn their room into a space that works for you, like a home office, exercise room, music studio, craft room, workshop or home theater. Keep in mind your long-term plans. If you'll be selling the home at some point, consider a room that will have broader appeal, like a home office. If you plan to age in place, remember to incorporate features in your “me” space that will facilitate your use of the room even if you experience mobility issues down the road. For example, you may want to take the opportunity to widen doorways, replace doorknobs with door handles, replace loose
carpet or slippery tiles with slip-resistant flooring, and improve ventilation.
2. Embrace Natural Lighting
Vision changes as you age, so the artificial lighting that worked for you when you were in your 30s or 40s may not be adequate when you enter your 50s and 60s. Lighting is an important upgrade if you plan to remain in your home into your golden years. Look for improvements that will help aging eyes see better, like increased natural lighting and task lighting in work areas.
3. Create a Bathroom Retreat
Bathrooms sell homes, and if you've lived with an outdated master bathroom now's the time to modernize. In addition to all the luxurious features you've been dreaming of, like a rainfall shower head, heated floor, or towel warmer, keep in mind the practical improvements that will make the room safe and usable as you grow older. Install grab bars in the shower and around tubs and toilets. Bath product designers are now making grab bars that offer the look of design elements coupled with the security of sturdy support, so they won’t stick out like a sore thumb in your new beautiful shower. If your bathroom is on the top floor, improve natural lighting with a skylight. Also look for slip-resistant flooring easy-to-maneuver levers to replace faucet knobs.
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HOME SUITE HOME! 6 BDR/5 BA Basement Home w/5078sf. Upscale Kitchen; Open Floorplan; Master on Main; 2 Mini-Suites up w/Bonus; Basement In-law suite w/Rec Room & Bar. Clayton ~ $450,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1706409
MODERN FARMHOUSE LIVING! New Construction 3 BDR/3.5 BA w/3075sf has Open Floorplan; Pine Floors; Formal Dining; Upscale Kitchen; Master Down, Bonus up. Screen Porch/Deck! Clayton ~ $450,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1523959
SOUTHERN LIVING! 5 BDR/4 BA w/3834sf. Filled w/ Elegant details; Chef’s Kitchen; Office; Master Retreat w/Sitting. Guest Suite & Bonus up! Great Deck & Screen Porch! Clayton ~ $425,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1549157
BREATHTAKING! 3 BDR/2.5 BA w/3030sf former Parade Winner has upgrades & elegant detailing everywhere! Gourmet Kitchen; Amazing Master Suite; Vaulted Screen Porch & Deck! Clayton ~ $409,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1823501
STUNNING! Custom Built, 4 BDR/2.5 BA w/Bonus on 2.39 acres! Open Flooplan; Formal Dining; Upscale Kitchen; Family w/Built-ins; Master & 4th BDR down; Screen Porch. Clayton ~ $400,000. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/1527876
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SWEETGRASS! LUXURY 55+ GATED COMMUNITY! 19 Luxurious Cottages built by Kirkwood Builders, Clayton’s Luxury Home Builder. 3 BDR/2 BA Ranch has wide Open Floorplan, 1935sf & Storage Up. Clayton ~ $375,000. Tour this home at...Tour Coming Soon!
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UPGRADE to Golf Course Living! 3 BDR/2.5 BA w/2411sf has Open Floorplan; Gorgeous Wrap Porch; Spacious Kitchen; Family w/Builtins; Upstairs BDRs; BIG Bonus; 3rd Floor Attic. Clayton ~ $255,900. Tour this home at www.tourfactory.com/181226
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BEAUTIFUL HARDWOODS in the living room and parquet floors in the kitchen. Nice wooded lot. Spacious breakfast area with a separate dining room. Some TLC and this could be a great home Great location for shopping, just minutes to White Oak, easy access to hwy 70 or I40. $164,900
ALL BRICK, VERY WELL MAINTAINED HOME. Large master with sitting area, Master bath has tub and separate shower. Metal roof, whole house generator is LP gas fed, Office area in garage is heated and cooled. Part of back yard is fenced with black chain link. $237,500
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BEAUTIFUL LIKE NEW HOME! Kitchen w/Granite Counters, Updated Appliances, Living Area w/ FP. Spacious Open Feel. Tons of Storage & Crawl Space that you can Walk In! $229,000
MAJESTIC TRACK OF LAND! Great for 1 Family with space for horses or would make a great area for new homes. Close to shopping, churches, and parks. Backs up to White Deer Park in Garner with walking trails. $1,560,000
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YOUR ELECTRICITY BILL CAN BE A BIG BLOW TO YOUR FINANCES, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS HOT. IN ORDER TO SAVE YOU SOME MONEY EVERY MONTH AND LOWER YOUR FOOTPRINT, FOLLOW THESE LIGHTING SAVINGS TIPS FOR RESIDENTIAL HOMES. SOLAR POWER LIGHTS Solar powered use sunlight for power and charge during the day while shining brightly at night. Since they don't require wiring, the lights can go anywhere on your property. Some solar powered lights also come with motion detectors.
you’re leaving a room for more than 15 minutes, turn out the lights. If not, keep them on. Why? Fluorescent lights are more expensive, and like other bulbs, switching them on and off limits their life. It's better to eat the smaller energy cost than to buy new fluorescent bulbs.
DIMMER SWITCHES A burning light bulb uses a certain amount of electricity, which is measured in watts. By lowering the wattage with a special switch, consumers can manage the bulb's electrical consumption. Dimmers come with a dial or a slide bar, which allows homeowners to adjust the illumination, and therefore the wattage. Dimmers save the most money in rooms where wattage is high, such as the bathroom and dining room.
BUY ENERGY-EFFICIENT LIGHT BULBS Three of the most common energy-efficient light bulbs are halogen incandescents, CFLs, and LEDs. You can find these in most hardware and home improvement stores.
TURN THE (NON-FLUORESCENT) LIGHTS OFF Everyone knows to turn off lights when not in use, but fluorescent bulbs are a bit more complicated. If
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Halogen incandescent bulbs have a capsule inside that holds gas around a filament to increase bulb efficiency. These bulbs meet the federal minimum energy efficiency standard, but aren’t as efficient as other bulbs.
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Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are simply curly versions of
the long tube fluorescent lights you may already have in your kitchen or garage. Because they use less electricity than traditional incandescents, typical CFLs can pay for themselves in less than nine months, and then start saving you money each month. »»
The light emitting diode (LED) bulbs are a type of solid-state lighting - semiconductors that convert electricity into light. LEDs in white light, general illumination applications are one of today's most energy-efficient technologies.
These are just a handful of simple strategies that homeowners may be able do themselves to save money. There are many other lighting installation options to choose from that can save you money including motion detectors, recessed lighting, and skylights.
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O V E R L O O K E D F E AT U R E S T H AT D R I V E C U R B A P P E A L Whether you’re selling your home or staying in it for years to come, it makes no difference, everyone wants their home to look great from the curb. Curb appeal comes together when all of the elements of a home’s exterior are looking good, in good shape, and working together. Driveways that are cracked or full of potholes, warn out front doors, and old weathered mailboxes can all significantly take away from a home’s overall curb appeal. Here are a handful of projects - many of them quick fixes - that can fix these issues and greatly enhance a home's appearance.
Repair or resurface your driveway
For many homes, the driveway is one of the largest visual elements of the home's overall curb appeal, ranking right up there with siding, the roof, and the lawn. The winter cold and the summer heat can wreak havoc on your driveway, so if it’s looking rough, it's time to make repairs. Concrete can crack and crumble, and asphalt develops potholes and can fade. Both can be repaired quickly and easily.
For any driveway repair, make sure the area to be repaired has been cleaned of debris and loose materials. Sweep off or with a leaf blower, rid the driveway of loose materials. Clean deeper grime with a hose or pressure washer to improve and prep the entire surface. Concrete driveways can develop different types of cracks: very small and shallow resembling a dry river bed; cracks between 1/8 and 1/4 inch wide; and cracks wider and deeper than 1/4 inch. Your choice of repair method will depend on how you want the finished product to look and how much time you have to make the repair. The best way is to mix concrete, pour it in the cracks, and smooth it out. Fixing an asphalt driveway, while fairly similar, is harder to fix yourself, so you may want to enlist the help of a professional.
Spruce up your mailbox
It sits at the end of your driveway and often plays a key role in helping guests find your house. Little things can mean a lot when it comes to creating curb appeal. While a mailbox that looks good might not get much attention, one that's rusty, weathered, or shab-
by is sure to draw the kind of attention you don't want. If you live in a community that restricts what type of mailbox you can have, simply give your rusted, stained mailbox and the post it sits on a fresh coat of paint in its original color. If your community has no standards for mailboxes, you can swap out an ordinary looking box with something that compliments your exterior design. Does your home have a brick facade? Consider a mailbox set in or on a brick pillar. If your house features fieldstone accents, consider carrying that over to the mailbox with a small, stone-trimmed planting bed at its base.
Give your front door some TLC
The door is the point where your exterior design meets your interior dĂŠcor. It's also an element that significantly impacts how visitors view your home. Give yours a fresh coat of paint or stain, and don't forget the trim around the door. Adding in a screened or glass storm door can also help protect your front door while adding character and functionality. In the summer,
if you have the AC off, a screened door is a great way to get air flowing into the house while keeping bugs out. Next, consider lighting. Is the area around the door well lit? Good lighting is key for safety at night and to enhance the appeal of the area. Choose bug deterring lightbulbs so moths and other bugs don’t gather around your front door. Consider sconces beside the door or an attractive overhead fixture if your door has an awning, porch or overhang. Ground lights can accent the effect, either illuminating the pathway that leads to the door or lighting up the door itself. Finally, take a look at the door hardware. Is the handle or knob looking rusted and shabby? Replacing worn or dated door hardware is an easy, cost-effective way to improve the overall look of your entryway.
The Possibilities of Paint: How to Revamp Your Home’s Exterior
If you want to give your home a face lift, are hoping to up your curb appeal, or if your exterior paint is starting to peal, applying fresh paint is one of the easiest and most cost-effective routes for sprucing up the exterior of your home. "Just add a pinch of a new paint color here and there. It's a simple recipe to make even the plainest home more interesting," advises Debbie Zimmer, design expert with the Paint Quality Institute. Brighten up the look of your home with a splash or two of color. Below are a handful of tips for upping your home’s ante.
Do the Door First
"The first place to consider adding new color is the entranceway," says Zimmer. "It's usually visible from the street so everyone sees it, and it's also where visitors first come face to face with your home." For a color pop, choose a color for your front door that is in contrast with the rest of your home. Red and black can provide a bold pop that draws attention to your home. Before you choose that soft off-white, remember that dark shades are always more practical for doors since they are better at concealing smudges and fingerprints. If you choose off-white, get a second can of paint in the same color to keep on hand for frequent touch-ups.
Shutter Time
When it comes to accent painting, turn to your shutters. You can paint these the same color as your door, or if you chose a bold color such as red that you don’t want to carry over to the rest of the exterior, choose something complimentary like black or a shade of blue for an interesting but balanced look. If your home has interesting exterior detailing such as “gingerbread” trim or other Victorian features, consider painting it a contrasting or complimentary color as well.
Don’t Forget the Furniture!
Do you have furniture like a bench or swing on your porch or deck? If it’s paintable or able to be stained, tie in your exterior look by painting the furniture to match or accent the other colors you used. If unable to be painted, choose some outdoor-safe accent pillows that will go along nicely. Adirondack chairs also are available in a wide array of colors, and look great on your porch.
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$656,000
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3007 OLD RALEIGH ROAD, APEX 1900 SqFt, 3 BDR/1.5 BA, 1.85 Acres Great Location, Ranch House, Detached DBL Garage MLS#2126295 TEXT R336395 TO 52187
97 PINWHEEL DRIVE, PITTSBORO 5594 SqFt, 5 BDR/5.5 BA, .510 Acre Unbelievable Value/Luxury Home w/Green Features & So Much More!! MLS#2118146 TEXT R275830 TO 52187
DOWNTOWN
THE PRESERVE AT SMITH CREEK
$499,000
76 WEST STREET, PITTSBORO 3643 SqFt, 5 BDR/5.5 BA, 0.350 Acres Turn Key Historic Rosemary House B&B circa 1912 in Downtown, Owners Apartment, All Appliances & Furnishings Convey MLS#2077515 - TEXT P838025 TO 85377
$433,200
HILLS OF NORTH CHATHAM
137 HENRY COURT, PITTSBORO 3075 SqFt, 4 BDR/3.5 BA, 3.891 Acres Formal Dining, Granite, Bonus Room, Office, Screen Porch MLS#2139352 - TEXT R453713 TO 52187
$235,000
467 MILLBROOK DR, PITTSBORO 1230 SqFt, 3 BDR/2 BA, 0.10 Acre Move in Ready, Ranch Home, Fenced Yard, 2 Car Garage MLS#2145243 TEXT R485718 TO 52187
$436,900
3587 ARBOR PLACE, WAKE FOREST 3138 SqFt, 4 BDR/3 BA, 1.058 Acres Gourmet Kitchen, Theater Room w/System, Screen Porch, Fenced Yard, Cul-De-Sac MLS#2130738 TEXT R368607 TO 52187
$549,000
COKER 13+ ACRES HILLS
893 ALTON ALSTON ROAD, PITTSBORO 2140 SqFt, 4 BDR/2.5 BA, 13.38 Acres Open Floor Plan, Hardwood Floors, 3 Covered Porches, Horse Barn & Adjoining Paddocks MLS#2144111 TEXT R485865 TO 52187
$425,000
SHAMBLEY MEADOWS
938 HADLEY MILL ROAD, PITTSBORO 3131 SqFt, 4 BDR/3 BA, 1.82 Acres Custom Home, Gourmet Kitchen, Huge Study, Bonus Room and MORE! MLS#1962402 TEXT T11797422 TO 85377
$310,000
$399,000
HILLS OF NORTH HILLS
24 HENRY COURT, CHAPEL HILL 2400 SqFt, 3 BDR/2.5 BA, 3.315 Acres 1st Floor Master, Open Plan, Bonus Room, Privacy MLS#2121038 - TEXT R298478 TO 52187
DOUBLE TURKEYOAKS RUN
96 DOUBLE OAKS DR, PITTSBORO 2010 SqFt, 3 BDR/2.5 BA, 3.190 Acres Quiet Serene Setting, Bring your chickens, goats or pot bellied pigs! MLS#2141459 - TEXT R464948 TO 52187
$259,900
$299,900
956 NC 902 HIGHWAY, PITTSBORO 1998 SqFt, 3 BDR/2 BA, 0.500 Acres Ranch Home, Open Plan, Finished Bonus Room, Fenced Yard MLS#2131106 TEXT R371645 TO 52187
23 EVERGREEN DR, PITTSBORO 1528 SqFt, 3 BDR/2 BA, 0.650 Acres One Level Living! In Pittsboro! Large Deck, New Privacy Fence MLS#2138281 - TEXT R443537 TO 52187
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WHAT A FIND!! 6135 SF CUSTOM HOME! 4BR/3 BA/2 HB, loaded with upgrades, det. apartment(900 SF) with garage. MUST SEE! $699,900 (2132256)
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11.5 UNRESTRICTED ARCES! 4 BR/2.5 BA, 3196 SF, 21x26 carport. This could be a great mini horse farm! Pond on property. $449,900 (2141027)
R305958
NEAR WHITE OAK SHOPPING! 2783 SF!4 BR/3.5 BA,open living space, large kitchen, walk-in pantry,huge bonus room. $339,900 (2122007)
R426026
FABULOUS! 5 BR/3 BA, living rm & ramily rm, granite, WIC, large laundry rm w/ sink, screened porch and MORE! $299,900 (2137331)
R253776
WATER FRONT LOT! 3 BR/3.5 BA, island kitchen, formal R & DR, screened porch, finished basement w/office, bonus & flex rm. $295,000 (2114432)
R265920
GREAT 2 STORY WITH OPEN FLOOR PLAN!4 BR/3.5 BA, 2 bonus rooms, screened porch & deck. Corner lot in POOL community. $324,900 (2116583)
R472854
FABULOUS 2 STORY! 5 BR/3 BA,LR and family rm, kitchen w/granite counters and gas range, large WIC in MBR, screened porch. $299,900(2137331)
R152471
IMMACULATE ALL BRICK ON 1.49 ACRES! Over 3600 SF! 3 BR/2.5 BA(5 BR possible),bonus,screened porch, fenced yard,wired workshop (30x16). $295,000 (2101766)
R284746
STUNNING BRICK HOME nestled on cul-de-sac. Grand Entry foyer w/elegant dual wrought iron staircase. 4 BR/3.5 BA, island kitchen, keeping rm, hrdwds, large bonus, outdoor oasis. $475,000 (2119262)
R453719
NEED SPACE? 4 BR/3.5 BA, 2 bonus rms, 2 car garage, walk-in attic storage, screened porch, fenced yard. MUST SEE! $349,000(2139539)
R379376
BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT HOME! 4 BR/2.5 BA, finished bonus, screened porch, open floor plan, 1st flr MBR. MUST SEE! $322,900 (2132301)
R465019
FANTASTIC NEW CONSTRUC TION! Cleveland location! 3 BR/2.5 BA, granite, screened porch, pool community! $295,900 (2141123)
R218810
LOCATION! LOCATION! 4 Br/2.5 BA, huge living and kitchen, screened porch, MBR w/is/hers WIC. This is a MUST SEE! $281,900 (2109567)
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GREAT ALL BRICK HOME! 2850 SF, 3BR/2.5BA, kitchen w/granite, hwds, opens to family room & lg breakfast. Family room w/ cathedral ceilings. $279,900 (2134401)
R347733
BEAUTIFUL INSIDE & OUTSIDE! 3 BR/2.5 BA, hrdwd flrs, granite, cathedral ceilings, office, 1st flr MBR, WIC, bonus, plantation shutters throughout, 2 car garage. $272,500 (2127985)
R405978
HARD TO FIND OPEN CONCEPT RANCH! 3BR 2BA finished bonus, vaulted ceilings, private fenced yard w/shed. Won’t last!! $238,900 (2130289)
R353214
OWNER OCCUPANTS ONLY! 4 BR/2.5 BA plus loft. New paint & carpet throughout. ISLAND kitchen with lots of cabinets. Formal DR & LR. $224,900 (2128531)
R474214
CHARMING HISTORICAL BUNGALOW! Tastefully refurbished and beautifully updated!3 BR/2.5 BA, soaring stone F/P, spacious kitchen w/pantry. $189,900 (2142578)
R412498
MAKE THIS YOUR NEW ADDRESS! NEW 3 BR/2.5 BA, spacious living area w/gas log F/P, large kitchen w/granite counters, wall oven, cook top & pantry. $274,900 (2134381)
R345038
1.59 ACRES! OVER 2600 SF! 4 BR/3.5 BA. 2 car garage PLUS huge 4 bay wired work shop & bordering 3 rail vinyl fence complete this private retreat. $269,900 (2127291)
R426021
AFFORDABLE NEW CONSTRUCTION! 4 BR/3.5 BA, 1st flr MBR, granite counters, bonus, loft & storage room. HURRY! $232,900 (2137051)
R464953
NEW RANCH W/3 CAR GARAGE! 3 BR/2 BA, large eat-in kitchen, granite counters, WIC, split BR plan, covered porch. $199,900 (2141489)
R477176
N E W C U S TO M B U I LT R A N C H w / GARAGE!3 BR/2 BA, open floor plan features hardwoods, carpet & tile flooring, granite, SS appliances, cul-de-sac lot. A MUST SEE! $182,000 (2142899)
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FANTASTIC NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME in The Townes at Adams Point! Minutes to I-40 connection, 4042, shopping, and restaurants. 4 bedrooms & 3 full bath. Granite kitchen countertops and tile kitchen backsplash. $274,900 (2115995)
R393082
MUST SEE! OVER 3000 SF! 4 BR/2.5 BA, bonus/loft, kitchen w/granite counters & SS appliances, pool community. Fantastic location! $242,900 (2132940)
R482499
BEAUTIFUL RANCH! 3 BR/2 BA, oversized 2 car garage, fenced backyard, some hrdwd flrs, bonus and screened porch. $229,900 (2143746)
R464914
DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE ON THIS NEW HOME! 3 BR/2 BA, large living area open to kitchen, granite, tiled backsplash, breakfast nook,WIC, covered patio. $199,900 (2141489)
R426929
SKI, SWIM, FISH, RELAX, ENTERTAIN, & WATCH YOUR INVESTMENT GROW AT LAKE ROYALE w/this 3BR/2.5BA ON .56 ACRE PRIVATE CORNER LT. Spacious Kitchen, Smooth Ceiling, Formal Dining. $159,900 (2135444)
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