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REAL ESTATE 13 10-11 21 20 18 33-42 8 21 28-31 8 17 19 21

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INFORMATION INDEX 22-23 4

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Holiday Fire Safety Tips

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A Killer Strategy For a Tidy Home When You’re Time Squished

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DIY - 7 Home Hacks That Make Maintenance Easier

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Super-Busy People Reveal Their Habits for a Tranquil Home

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10 Simple Comforts Every Houseguest Will Adore You For

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REAL ESTATE COMPANIES Area Realty Key Associates Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Bruce Storm Real Estate Camelot Reatly Group Carpenter,REALTORS® Choice Realty & Management Dan Rarey Real Estate Dzierba Real Estate Eagle Pointe Realty Evergreen Real Estate and Auctions FC Tucker/Bloomington Figg Real Estate Gentry Real Estate Griffin & Associates Hometown, REALTORS® Jeanne Walters Real Estate Mackie Properties Millican Reaalty Morrow, REALTORS® Orion Real Estate Parker Real Estate Management, Inc. Prodigy Real Estate RE/MAX Acclaimed Properties RE/MAX Connection RE/MAX Realty Professionals RE/MAX Select Associates Sterling Real Estate United Country Coffey Realty &Auction Weichert REALTORS® The Owens Group West & Co. Real Estate

HOMEfinder.org Magazine Monroe County Business/Economic Development Bloomington Economic Development Corporation 1720 N. Kinser Pike, Suite 001 Bloomington, Indiana 47404 www.comparebloomington.us/ Phone: 812-335-7346 South Central Indiana Bloomington Small Business Development Ctr Gayle & Bill Cook Center for Entrepreneurship Ivy Tech Community College 2088 S. Liberty Drive, Suite 114 www.isbdc.org Phone: 812-345-9395 Email: southcentral@isbdc.org Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce 400 W. 7th Street, Suite 102 http://www.chamberbloomington.org/ Phone: 812- 336-6381 Education Indiana University http://www.iub.edu/ 107 S. Indiana Ave. Phone: 812-855-4848 Ivy Tech Community College 200 Daniels Way http://www.ivytech.edu/bloomington/ Phone 812- 332-1559 Monroe County Community School Corporation 315 E. North Drive http://www.mccsc.net/ Phone: 812- 330-7700 Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corporation 600 S. Edgewood Drive, Ellettsville http://www.rbbcsc.k12.in.us/ Phone: 812 876-7100

Community Resources & Attractions Media Herald Times Newspaper 1900 S. Walnut Street http://www.heraldtimesonline.com/ 812-332-4401

Indiana Association of REALTORS® http://www.indianarealtors.com/

Indiana Daily Student http://www.idsnews.com/ Phone: 812-855-0763

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WBWB FM www.wbwb.com/ Phone: 812-336-8000 WFHB Community Radio www.wfhb.org/ Phone: 812-323-1200 WFIU Public Radio www.indianapublicmedia.org/radio/ Phone: 812- 855-1357 WGCL AM http://www.wgclradio.com/ Phone: 812-332-3366 WTIU Public Television http://indianapublicmedia.org/tv/ Phone: 855-5900

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IU Visitor Information Center Carmichael Center, Suite 104 530 E. Kirkwood Avenue http://www.indiana.edu/ Phone: (812) 856-4648

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Monroe County, IN 501 N. Morton Street http://www.co.monroe.in.us Phone: 812-349-2585

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Health Care Indiana University Health & Physician Referral Service 601 W. 2nd Street http://www.iuhealthbloomington.org/ Phone: 812-353-5252

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Monroe County History Center 202 E. 6th St, Bloomington IN 47408 (812) 332-2517 Museum Hours: Tues-Sat 10-4

Bloomington Visitors Center 2855 N. Walnut Street http://www.visitbloomington.com/ Phone: 812-334-8900

Indiana Dental Referral Service http://www.indental.org/ 401 W. Michigan St., Suite 1000, Indianapolis Phone: 800-562-646

Things to Do IU Athletics shttp://iuhoosiers.cstv.com/

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Bloomington Private Schools http://www.schoolsk12.com/Indiana/ Bloomington

Monroe Hospital 4011 S. Monroe Medical Park Blvd http://www.monroehospital.com/ Phone: 812-825-1111

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Owen County Owen County Indiana 119 S. Main Street, Spencer http://www.owencountyindiana.org/ Phone: 812-829-3245 Owen County, Indiana http://www.owencounty.org/ Spencer-Owen Community Schools 205 E. Hillside Avenue, Spencer http://sites.socs.k12.in.us/socs/ Phone: 812-829-2233 Owen County Historical & Genealogical Society P.O. Box 569, Spencer www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm Phone: 812-829-4466 Other Links of Interest National Association of REALTORS® http://www.realtor.org/

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Visit Bloomington Indiana Phone: 812-334-8900 Toll Free: 800-800-0037 http://www.visitbloomington.com/things-to-do Greene County Business/Economic Development Linton-Stockton Chamber of Commerce www.lintonchamber.org Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce http://www.bloomfieldcoc.com/ Greene County Economic Development http://insidegreenecounty.com/ Health Care Greene County General Hospital http://greenecountyhospital.com/home-health/ Local Government Greene County Government http://www.co.greene.in.us/ Media Greene County Daily World http://www.gcdailyworld.com/ Visitor Information Greene County Visitor Center http://www.visitgc.com/

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Holiday Fire Safety Tips

The holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of the year for household fires, so take note of these tips to reduce your risk.

Residential fires during the holiday season are more frequent, more costly, and more deadly than at any other time of the year. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) reports more than double the number of open-flame fires on Christmas Day than on an average day, and about twice as many on New Year’s Day. And when those fires occur, they do more damage: Property loss during a holiday fire is 34% greater than in an average fire, and the number of fatalities per thousand fires is nearly 70% higher. When the source of the fire is a highly flammable Christmas tree, the toll in property and lives is even greater.

To keep your household from becoming a holiday fire statistic, here are some safety tips to follow.

COOKING Cooking is the top cause of holiday fires, according to the USFA. The most common culprit is food that’s left unattended. It’s easy to get distracted; take a pot holder with you when you leave the kitchen as a reminder that you have something on the stove. Make sure to keep a kitchen fire extinguisher that’s rated for all types of fires, and check that smoke detectors are working.

If you’re planning to deep-fry your holiday turkey, do it outside, on a flat, level surface at least 10 feet from the house.

CANDLES The incidence of candle fires is four times higher during December than during other months. According to the National Fire Protection Association, four of the five most dangerous days of the year for residential candle fires are Christmas/Christmas Eve and New Year’s/New Year’s Eve. (The fifth is Halloween.)

To reduce the danger, maintain about a foot of space between the candle and anything that can burn. Set candles on sturdy bases or cover with hurricane globes. Never leave flames unattended. Before bed, walk through each room to make sure candles are blown out. For atmosphere without worry, consider flameless LED candles.

CHRISTMAS TREES It takes less than 30 seconds for a dry tree to engulf a room in flames, according to the Building and Fire Research Laboratory of the National Institute for Standards and Technology. “They make turpentine out of pine trees,” notes Tom Olshanski, spokesman for the USFA. “A Christmas tree is almost explosive when it goes.”

To minimize risk, buy a fresh tree with intact needles, get a fresh cut on the trunk, and water it every day. A well-watered tree is almost impossible to ignite. Keep the tree away from heat sources, such as a fireplace or radiator, and out of traffic patterns. If you’re using live garlands and other greenery, keep them at least three feet away from heating sources.

No matter how well the tree is watered, it will start to dry out after about four weeks, Olshanski says, so take it down after the holidays. Artificial trees don’t pose much of a fire hazard; just make sure yours is flame-retardant.

DECORATIVE LIGHTS Inspect light strings, and throw out any with frayed or cracked wires or broken sockets. When decorating, don’t run more than three strings of lights end to end. “Stacking the plugs is much safer when you’re using a large quantity of lights,” explains Brian L. Vogt, director of education for holiday lighting firm Christmas Décor. Extension cords should be in good condition and UL-rated for indoor or outdoor use. Check outdoor receptacles to make sure the ground fault interrupters don’t trip. If they trip repeatedly, Vogt says, that’s a sign that they need to be replaced.

When hanging lights outside, avoid using nails or staples, which can damage the wiring and increase the risk of a fire.

Instead, use UL-rated clips or hangers. And take lights down within 90 days, says John Drengenberg, director of consumer safety for Underwriters Laboratories. “If you leave them up all year round, squirrels chew on them and they get damaged by weather.”

KIDS PLAYING WITH MATCHES The number of blazes — and, tragically, the number of deaths — caused by children playing with fire goes up significantly during the holidays. From January through March, 13% of fire deaths are the result of children playing with fire, the USFA reports; in December, that percentage doubles. So keep matches and lighters out of kids’ reach. “We tend to underestimate the power of these tools,” says Meri-K Appy, president of the nonprofit Home Safety Council. “A match or lighter could be more deadly than a loaded gun in the hands of a small child.”

FIREPLACES Soot can harden on chimney walls as flammable creosote, so before the fireplace season begins, have your chimney inspected to see if it needs cleaning. Screen the fireplace to prevent embers from popping out onto the floor or carpet, and never use flammable liquids to start a fire in the fireplace. Only burn seasoned wood — no wrapping paper.

When cleaning out the fireplace, put embers in a metal container and set them outside to cool for 24 hours before disposal.

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NEW LISTING 8779 W State Rd 45

MLS#201748527

$115,000. Updated & well kept home sitting on a nice wood lot just between Crane and Bloomington 2BR 1BA w/attached 1C garage. On almost 1acre.

SALE PENDING 8994 Ella Street Nashville MLS#201731968

4622 E Compton Blvd.

Gentry East MLS#201744078

$347,500. Lake Monroe Boat Dock 2.5 Bath 2 Bedrooms Hickory Floors Great Lake Home or Weekend Get-Away Water Front

$329,900. 2story in Gentry East. 4BR 2.5 BA, new roof in 2017 and new HVAC in 2016. Stainless steel appliances, 2car garage, wooded lot.

8996 Ella Street, Nashville MLS#201722876

11272 E Main Owensburg MLS#201738164

$215,000. Near Crane Country Home 10+AC 4BR 2BA Woods Natural Spring Outbuildings Huge Garage.

$349,500. 2BR 1BA Home. Currently used as residence of business owner in the front on 17th St (Wig Wam), would make a great rental property.

601 S Woodscrest Drive MLS#201655747

8400 S Fairfax Road

$947,000. 4BR 4BA Sprawling rnch over FBsmt. Desirable Woodscrest Nbhd. Close to Mall & Campus. Indoor Pool. 3car gar/w wkshp 36X20 MSTE.

$1,790.000. Luxury Horse Property !

Custom built 4BR 6BA Home. Barn includes 5 stalls and riding arena. Private guest quarters!

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Bruce Storm Real Estate & Management 322 E. 4th St. Bloomington, IN. 47408 Phone: 812-336-9099 Fax 812-336-4968

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3100 S. WALNUT ST. PRICE: $899,000 MLS 201552603

1901 W 3rd Street PRICE: $1,195,000 MLS 201651146

The possibilities are endless with this 9359 total finished square ft. building on a 3 acre parcel with 91 parking spaces. This building is owned and operated by the Eagles Lodge and is equipped with a bar and a full kitchen, as well as, all the equipment, tables and a stage for bands if the next owner wants to keep it as it is. There is 7035 sq. ft. on the main level and 2324 sq. ft. on the upper level that would make a nice office space as well as a management apartment. There is approximately an acre in the rear of the parking lot with a shelter house, shed and playground area for the kids that would be a nice place to have an apartment building. With the new Sports plex right next door, this building could be turned into a nice sports bar. With a little updating this building could be home to a really nice restaurant that this end of town really needs. This is a must see if you are looking for a place to open a restaurant or bar and would like to own your own Real Estate instead of paying the high price to lease a commercial space. Call Marci at 812-327-4490

5522 S HANDY ROAD PRICE: $149,900 MLS 201704294 Must See! Very Bright and open concept 2052 sq. ft. 3 BR. 2 BA. home w/ a spacious "split bdrm" floor plan on a beautiful 0.815 corner lot w/fenced in back yard, 2 car detached garage and storage barn.

Call Marci 812-327-4490 for showings

If you are looking for a fixer upper to make your own or use for an investment, take a look at this one. Home is in need of much TLC but is in a great location and priced at current appraised value to sell quickly "Recent Appraisal on file".

This spacious 1810 sq. ft. 3 BR, 3 BA bilevel home with 2 car attached garage sits on a full acre and has easy access to both Ellettsville and Bloomington's west side shopping.

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Associate Broker Cell: 812-327-4490

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2190 N Hartstraight Road PRICE: $99,900 MLS 201711778

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108 S ROGERS STREET PRICE: $349,900 MLS 201707217 Mixed use property btwn 4th & 5th St. w/3BR apartment that is leased until July 29, 2019 for $1200/month and a 900 sq. ft. commercial space on the main level. Perfect place for a small business in downtown Blgtn. Parking in the rear. Won’t last long!

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1305 1/2 W 11th Street PRICE: $179,900 MLS 201731461 City Lot zoned General Industrial with 2 garages that are currently leased. The 1120 sq. ft. garage is on a month to month for $550 and the 962 sq. ft. garage is leased month to month for $400.

Both garages could be leased for more. Seller is willing to sell on contract, would make a great place to store business equipment.

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104 E 19TH STREET PRICE: $374,900 MLS 201631134 Great Location zoned Arterial Commercial for a Restaurant, retail or office space with the possibility of tearing the building down for a high rise apartment building with parking below. Blue Prints for restaurant and survey on file. Seller is willing to do a lease to own optionCall Marci 812-327-4490 for details and showings. Call Bruce at 812-327-2222 for details

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7656 W. DECKARD DR. PRICE: $107,900 MLS 201727827 1300 sq. ft. 3bdrm, ranch style home with detached 2 car garage on a nice .61 of an acre lot on Bloomington's west side only 10 minutes to HWY 37/I69. This home would be a great candidate for USDA, VA or FHA financing and Seller is offering a $2,000 concession to help buyer with financing. Roof and furnace have both been replaced in the past 4 years. hardwood floors in all 3 bedrooms and living room.

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A unique combination of three land parcels that because of the plottage and location gives any developer a golden opportunity to expand on a pre-approved City/County commercial project with various scenarios for retail shopping, restaurants, professional offices, apartments and out lots.

Extremely well engineered plans completed for drainage, parking, and ingress / egress from West Third Street and Cory Lane. This is a rare opportunity located between I-69 exit and near downtown.

Location, Zoning and address Plans available for review. This listing currently contains 3 parcels with three different addresses. The main address is listed but the listing includes 2 separate parcels on Cory Ln making the ingress and egress to the property much easier considering W. 3rd St. is a one way going East.

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4009 Barge Lane PRICE: $184,900 MLS 201655322 Completely refurbished 4 bdrm, 2 ba. family home with nice sized family room, screened in porch, large deck and study with built in book shelves near 37/69. Call Marci for a showing 812-327-4490

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A Killer Strategy For a Tidy Home When You’re Time Squished Here’s a surprisingly functional way to achieve a forever-organized home.

You don’t need tons of time to achieve the uncluttered, tidy home of your dreams. You just need a strategy to get there — a really simple one that fits into your life without sucking up hours you can’t spare.

What’s pleasantly surprising about having a strategy is that it can turn daily mundane (and often aggravating) moments into opportunities for organization. Having a strategy is about making every moment count. Everyday moments like …

When you're waiting for a pot of eggs to boil . . .

Take those moments of downtime in the kitchen to do a little organizing. Do you really need that melon baller or — heaven forbid — the banana slicer gag gift you received in last year’s Secret Santa exchange?

Jamie Novak, a professional organizer and author of “Keep This Toss That,” says tackling organization incrementally is the way to go. “Seriously small tasks can make a big difference,” she says, keeping you from having to tackle larger, more daunting jobs later.

When you grab that plastic container with no lid (for the umpteenth time) . . .

Admit it: That $*(#ing lid is never, ever coming back. Instead of tossing that lid-less tub back into your quagmire of plastic parts, permanently banish it, then vow to continue removing every lid or bottom with no mate each time you encounter one (that’s the strategy part). Soon you’ll have a nice tidy cabinet full of matched-up pairs — and it will stay that way if you keep the strategy going.

When you're brushing your teeth . . .

Rummage through the medicine cabinet for prescriptions and medications that have expired. And don’t forget that many cosmetics and toiletries also have use-by dates. As for that $20 lipstick you bought that made you look like Cruella de Vil but is still hanging around? Either toss it or move it to the box of stuff where you keep your Halloween costumes.

When you're breaking down yet another Amazon box . . .

Don’t do it. Instead, use it as a donation box. As you encounter things you need to toss that are donate-able during your other organizing and decluttering moments, just put them in the box instead. Amazon is working with Give Back Box to allow consumers to use their boxes to donate and ship (for free!) unwanted clothing and household goods to charity.

When your laundry is clean, but there's that one lone sock . . .

Toss it. If not in this laundry round, the next one if its mate never arrives. Thank it for its service, and then say goodbye. Same goes for falling-apart-but-matching socks, holey underwear, torn shirts, etc.

When you're waiting for your hair to soak up conditioner . . .

Thin the herd of shampoos, body wash, and other products that you used maybe once or twice — 6 months ago! — that are still hogging space in your shower. (Bonus: This will also help keep nasty, yucky mold at bay.)

When you're watching your sports team play on TV . . .

Sort through that ginormous stack of junk mail, catalogs, and circulars. Bring a recycling bin with you to the sofa and go through it during commercials or lulls in the game. Toss anything that’s outdated or unnecessary into the recycling bin.

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When you're leaving your house to run errands . . .

Ask yourself, “What can I take to the car/trash/donate bin/library/give back to a friend?” Professional organizer Laura Bostrom who runs Everyday Order says that also extends to rooms inside the house. “Always carry something with you thabelongs in another room.”

When you're putting fresh sheets on the bed . . .

Grab a set of sheets from the far reaches of your closet and ask yourself why you’re not putting those on your bed today. Be honest. If the answer is something that won’t ever change — it’s scratchy or worn or you just hate those stupid flowers — then donate or toss.

When you're deciding what to wear . . .

Switch out hangers on the clothes you choose to wear. Toss the old hangers, and put new ones (we recommend the thin, felt ones because they take up less room and clothes don’t fall off easily) on the rod to use when the clothes you’re wearing are ready to be hung back up. After a few months, donate everything that’s still on old hangers (and not seasonal must-haves).

When you wake up tomorrow . . .

Remain tuned to other moments that may offer you a chance to finally rid yourself of an organizational mess that’s been bugging you for some time. It’s a strategy, not a to-do list, that’ll make for perpetually well-organized spaces that will make your home even more enjoyable.

LISA ROGAK is a “New York Times” best-selling author who has written about real estate for publications including BankRate.com, BobVila.com, and HGTV.com.

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These water-saving products make every drop count. Some can even trim your electric bill.

By DEIRDRE SULLIVAN Even if you live in an area where water is plentiful, drought can still strike thanks to climate change.

In some parts of the country, water conservation is the law, and you can get serious fines — or even have your water service terminated — if you use too much H2O. To help keep your water usage low (and trim your utility bills in the process), we rounded up seven of the latest water-sipping products that make conserving a no-brainer.

by their local utility. Controllers with Wi-Fi connections go one step further by automatically adjusting watering schedules based on current weather conditions.

Product pick: The Skydrop Sprinkler Controller.

Connected to the Internet, the Skydrop creates a custom watering schedule for your lawn based on up-to-date, hyper-local weather data. The manufacturer says homeowners can save up to 75,000 gallons of water per year, based on a 15,000-square-foot yard that’s watered four days per week, 12 months per year.

1. A MAXIMUM-PERFORMANCE TOILET

Tip: Avoid watering your lawn on windy days when the water blows away.

Here’s the deal: Your home’s biggest indoor water hog is the toilet. Approximately 30% of a household’s yearly indoor water use is flushed down the loo.

3. A SHOWER HEAD WITH REAL POWER

Toilets that were manufactured before 1992 can use up to 6 gallons per flush (gpf), but a commode that’s earned the WaterSense label uses a mere 1.28 gpf. Installing one could reduce the amount of water used for flushing by up to 60%.

Product pick: The Stealth Dual Flush by Niagara.

Dual-flush toilets are high-efficiency commodes that save water by providing a separate flush for solid and liquid wastes. The Stealth uses less than a gallon for solids and a mere half-gallon for liquid waste — almost double the efficiency required by WaterSense. You’ll save nearly 20,000 gallons of H2O and trim yearly water costs by $165.

Tip: Your toilet is wasting water if its flapper doesn’t close properly. To fix, replace the flapper.

2. A SPRINKLER CONTROLLER THAT THINKS FOR YOU Here’s the deal: Up to 50% of our outdoor water use is squandered by overwatering. An irrigation controller helps stop pouring this precious resource down the drain.

The EPA suggests homeowners use an automated, programmable controller set to a watering schedule based on information provided

Here’s the deal: We love hot showers so much that they account for 12% of our indoor water use.

While most standard shower heads provide 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm), low-flow shower heads that have earned the WaterSense label use 2.0 gpm or less. Making the switch could save your household around 3,000 gallons of water per year while reducing demand on your home’s hot water heater.

However, low-flows have a problem. They provide users with wimpy showers, according to Consumer Reports. They also plug up easily because the little nozzle holes where the water sprays out are up to 40% smaller than standard shower head nozzles.

Product pick: The High Sierra Showerhead is a 1.5 gpm low-flow solution that uses a patented single nozzle to create a powerful shower. Users say it rinses soapy long hair just like a 2.5 gpm shower head.

A shower head that uses 2.0 gpm can save homeowners $70 on water costs and up to 370 kilowatt hours of electricity per year (enough to power a house for 13 days!) The High Sierra raises the ante, claiming to save about 25% more on water and electricity annually.

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4. THE SHOWER OF THE FUTURE Here’s the deal: Shower systems that recycle greywater can slash the amount of H2O and even electricity wasted while taking a hot shower.

Product pick: Instead of allowing water to go down the drain, the OrbSys Shower uses a closed-loop, recirculating system to capture and recycle used shower water. The shower’s filtration system purifies the water, making it cleaner than when it was first piped in. Afterwards, the water is pumped back up to the shower head as needed.

Because the capture and cleaning process keeps the heated water from cooling, the manufacturer claims it can save up to 80% of the electricity used to heat a standard shower.

Not yet available for purchase Tip: A leaky shower head that drips 30 times per minute can waste up to 2.5 gallons of water per day.

5. AN ULTRA-EFFICIENT WASHING MACHINE Here’s the deal: Clothes washers can suck up to 15% of a home’s total indoor water use. Since the average household knocks out 300 loads of laundry each year, a non-certified standard machine can consume over 9,000 gallons of water annually.

Product pick: The Kenmore 417.4112 is the top choice on the Energy Star Most Efficient 2014 qualified product list for clothes washers. This front-load washer uses 43% less water and 63% less power than non-certified machines.

That means it’ll reduce your annual water use to about 5,000 gallons per year, while using less electricity. Energy Star says the Kenmore 417.4112 also has the lowest annual ($74 to $79) and lowest lifetime ($814 to $866) operating costs for electric and water.

Retail price: $899 Tip: You can find leaks by monitoring your water bill. Just keep your eyes peeled for spikes in water use.

6. THE WASHING MACHINE OF THE FUTURE

Here’s the deal: Washing one load of dirty clothing can guzzle up to 23 gallons of water. If your machine is more than 10 years old, it can consume up to 40 gallons per load.

Product pick: The Xeros washing machine uses up to 80% less water. How? It employs over 1 million tiny nylon polymer beads to scrub clothes clean. The beads absorb stains off dirty clothing using humidity, lower heating temperatures, and half the amount of detergent used by standard washers. Even better, the beads can be reused hundreds of times.

Retail price: Industrial washers are currently in use; Xeros hopes to release a competitively priced consumer version in two years.

Tip: Using cold water to clean your dark laundry helps retain fabric color while saving water and electricity.

7. A POWERFUL OUTDOOR WASHEr Here’s the deal: A traditional pressure washer or hose with sprayer uses up to 18 gallons of water per minute. The puddles they leave behind can create urban-runoff that contributes to flooding and water pollution. Also, when done incorrectly, power-washing can cause property damage.

Product pick: The Watermiser Waterbroom is a powerful cleaning machine that uses a combination of water and air to clean pavers, epoxy floors, driveways, patios, and pool decks, using as little as 2 gallons of water per minute. Because the Waterbroom doesn’t contribute to urban-runoff, it’s compliant with all state storm water waste laws and EPA regulations.

Retail price: Starts at $299 Tip: Fertilizers can increase the amount of water your landscape consumes so use the minimum amount needed.

DEIRDRE SULLIVAN is an NYC-based writer who’s obsessed with maximizing every inch of her urban dwelling. She’s a former fashionista who has worked for Lucky Magazine and InStyle. She recently traded her high heels and Fashion Week pass for a drill and bandsaw. Follow Deirdre on Google+, Twitter, and Pinterest.

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7 Home Hacks That Make Maintenance Easier These tricks make tackling prickly household chores easier.

No one ever said maintenance had to be fun. But can’t it be just a little bit easier?

Here are seven home hacks to take a bit of the drudgery out of your honey-do list: #1 Tuck Chalk in Your Toolbox to Stop Rust You can keep the metal tools and hardware in your toolbox rust-free with blackboard chalk. How so? Chalk is a moisturesucking material that traps dampness. When you place several pieces throughout your toolbox, its porous nature will protect items prone to rusting.

Bonus tip: Got a musty closet? Fill up a small muslin or cheesecloth bag with chalk and then hang it inside. It will absorb the dampness and stinky odor. #2 Spray Your Mower’s Blades to Keep Clippings From Sticking If you have a lawn, mowing is one of those must-do drudgeries. Fortunately, cooking spray can make the chore problemfree. When applied to a mower’s undercarriage and blades, it can help prevent grass clippings from sticking.

Bonus tip: You can prevent ice from building up in your freezer with cooking spray. Just spray a thick layer over spots prone to icing, and let it sit for five minutes. Afterward, use a towel to wipe up the oil. #3 Toss in a Tennis Ball to Clean Your Pool Water Suntan lotions, moisturizers, and body oils will leave a greasy slick on pool water. To clean, toss in a fresh tennis ball. Its fuzzy surface will soak up the oils your guests left behind.

Bonus tip: A tennis ball will buff scuff marks off floors. To avoid stooping while cleaning, cut an X into the ball and place on the end of a mop or broom handle. #4 Use Painter’s Tape for a Perfect Caulk Job To many DIYers (myself included), applying caulk in clean, straight lines seems like an impossible task. But it’s actually very easy if you use painter’s tape. You’ll need to thoroughly clean the area you’re caulking first. When it’s dry, apply medium adhesion painter’s tape, such as Frog Tape, above and below the area you’ll be caulking and then caulk. Be sure to peel off the tape while the caulk is still wet. #5 Grab a Makeup Sponge to Repair Drywall Holes Typically mesh or paper tape is used to fill small holes in drywall. But a cosmetic sponge will get the job done, too. Just stuff it into the hole (you may need to cut it down to size) and spackle. You’ll find the entire tutorial here.

Bonus tip: A little baking soda added to a dollop of strong, fast-acting glue, such as Krazy Glue, will fix a small wall crack.

When the mixture is dry, it forms a hard plastic that can easily be sanded down to a smooth surface. #6 Use Your Drill to Clean a Grimy Tub It takes a lot of elbow grease to deep clean a dirty bathtub — unless you use a cordless drill with a foam ball polishing attachment (found in the automotive section of most big box stores). Attachments like these were designed to be tough on grime without scratching surfaces.

Bonus tip: Another automotive store item that saves cleaning time is rain repellent windshield sealant. Apply it to clean glass shower doors to reduce soap scum buildup. #7 Apply Nail Polish to Fill a Hole in Your Window Found a tiny hole in your glass window? Repair it with clear nail polish. Apply a coat then wait for it dry. Repeat those steps until the layers of clear nail polish are flush with the glass surface.

Bonus tip: Clear nail polish can also fix torn window screens. You’ll need to apply multiple layers until you create a substantial barrier.

DEIRDRE SULLIVAN is an NYC-based writer who’s obsessed with maximizing every inch of her urban dwelling. She’s a former fashionista who has worked for Lucky Magazine and InStyle. She recently traded her high heels and Fashion Week pass for a drill and bandsaw. Follow Deirdre on Google+, Twitter, and Pinterest.

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Super-Busy People Reveal Their Habits for a Tranquil Home Three young entrepreneurs give tips on staying organized and calm while living hectic lives.

Life is crazy. Cah-ray-zee. And while you wouldn’t have it any other way from 9 to 5 (OK, more like 8 to 7), the insanity should stop at your front door.

That’s why you bought your home, right? To have a place to rest, recharge, and come up with your next trailblazing idea. A few inspirational ideas for your home may be all you need to put it on the path to tranquility.

Three super-busy entrepreneurs — a brewery owner, website founder, and organic farmer — know exactly how important a tranquil home is to achieving personal success. Here, they share how they created Zen-like havens in their homes to foster stress-relieving routines.

A Nook to Bliss Out In When hanging out at the local brewpub loses its appeal because, well, brewing is your business, home becomes your place for a mini getaway.

Tim Bullock, who co-owns St. Elmo Brewing Company in Austin, Texas, and his wife, photographer Heather Gallagher, created a perfect spot to chill in their own home with a little wallpaper and a daybed.

In the morning before his young son wakes up, Bullock often lounges on the daybed, reading the news, sending a few emails, or just listening to piano music before the madness of the day ensues.

The brightly colored tropical wallpaper mural covers an entire wall next to the daybed. Compared to the crisp black-and-white color scheme in the rest of the house, the vibrant space “really feels like a vacation room,” Bullock says.

Your blissful nook doesn’t have to be indoors: HypeGirls.com founder Nichole Dawkins created a tropical escape on her balcony. More than 20 strategically placed potted plants — including aloe, vegetables, herbs, small palm trees, cacti, and orchids — block out the neighbors and frame a calming water view from her Miami home.

Given the space’s appeal, Dawkins doesn’t have to remind herself to take a break throughout the day. She meditates there every morning, soaks in the sun while enjoying an afternoon cup of tea, and often reads or colors while her son naps. Sign us up!

A No-Fail System for Organization With a young toddler running around, Dawkins is constantly battling toys that threaten to take over her living room. So the creative director and founder of the site for “millennial mamas,” invested in DIY shelving and deep decorative bins.

Because every bin houses one category of items — like puzzles, coloring books, games, and toys — she can easily clean up throughout the day, allowing her more time to enjoy that sense of adult orderliness every evening.

Instead of a mess facing her at the end of the work day, “I spend much more time relaxing in the space than I do cleaning it up,” she says.

A Drop Zone to Separate Work From Home Is it difficult to leave the literal “mess” of work at the front door? Andrea Davis-Cetina, an organic farmer and owner of Quarter Acre Farm in Sonoma, Calif., can relate.

A one-woman operation, she might spend the day planting and harvesting, and then return home after dark to post social media updates, order seeds, or book guests for her radio show. She needed a place to stow her dirty farm boots and jackets, but her home doesn’t have a foyer.

So she carved out a small foyer drop zone at the front door, with a wall-mounted coat rack above a simple, three-level shoe stand.

“It stops the mess at the door,” she says, and helps draw that elusive line between work and personal life — even if there’s more work to be done after a long shower and an episode of “Scandal.”

For homeowners with devices instead of dirty gear: A charging station is a must-have for a drop zone. Plug ‘em in, and leave ‘em there.

An Easy Way to Spend Time Outside Bullock says both his home’s location and his home’s yard help him de-stress simply by encouraging him to get outside.

Since his home is in a walkable neighborhood, Bullock says that encourages both him and his family to interact with nature, instead of watching it through car windows — either by walking to the local pizzeria or riding their bikes through the park. Their home’s locale makes it all possible.

But his favorite just might be the small herb garden in his front yard. He and his son routinely spend a few minutes most days watering or weeding it.

“That definitely is a big stress relief, and it’s right outside the front door,” he says.

Windows will get you a dose of nature, too: Dawkins says the abundance of windows in her home is a natural mood-booster — and a significant reason she chose her home. She leaves the windows uncovered during the day to get as much of the benefits of daylighting as she possibly can.

A Focal Point to Find Peace and Motivation “The power of visualization is very important when you’re trying to get focused, or relax,” Dawkins says, by way of explanation for the “inspiration board” in her home.

She gives her board a very personal touch. Every year, she takes a blank canvas and paints it with a new theme (this year, it’s reggae), then adds her visions and dreams to it.

It works as artwork in her home, but it also helps her to see her goals clearly — and let go of the day’s less consequential stressors.

You don’t have to be an artist to have an inspiration board: Davis-Cetina uses a simple bulletin board to hang her motivational messages and personal and professional mementos. In the evening, when she’s handling the office end of farm work from an extra bedroom, she likes to visit her board. “I like to hold onto things and look at them. It’s a reminder of why you’re doing what you’re doing,” she says.

AMY HOWELL HIRT has written about home design for 13 years. Her work has been published by outlets including “The Home Depot,” “USA Today,” and Yahoo! Homes. She previously served as home and garden writer and columnist for “The Cincinnati Enquirer.”

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Large Great Room w/Vaulted Ceilings, Formal Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen w/Brf Bar, Spacious Master Suite, FP and 2 Car Garage. Pool &Clubhouse! Priced $20k under latest comp for needed TLC!

Brick Ranch on 1.4 Acres (two lots) Has Been Completely Remodeled and is Like New! All New Kitchen w/Granite Counters. New Bathrooms, Flooring, Lighting, Paint, Siding, Garage Doors, Gutters, Wood Deck, Landscaping and More!

This Ranch Over an Unfinished Basement is Situated on a Wooded Acre Lot on the Near Southwest, Convenient to All! Kitchen, Bathroom, Flooring & HVAC Have All Been Updated! New Septic & Roof!

USDA Approved. Ready to Move Right In and Enjoy!

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RUTH MORTON RE/MAX ACCLAIMED PROPERTIES 3695 S. Sare Road Bloomington, IN 47401

812-332-3001 PROPERTIES

7831 N Wexford Court, Bloomington MLS# 201732133 $519,900 5 bed 4 full baths 2 half baths 4,727 sqft full basement Beautiful stately home on cul-de-sac at back of the quiet and peaceful Windsor Private neighborhood. Greenspace all around with woods in back and front, with plenty of room to garden or watch wildlife. This kitchen was recently upgraded with new countertops, new sink, and Stainless Steel appliances. Owner loves the prep sink in the kitchen island, along with seating along one side. Crown moulding and wainscotting throughout provide that extra touch of elegance. Tray ceilings, built-in cabinetry, tile and hardwood flooring throughout, Geothermal heating, several fireplaces with woodstoves... This home is filled with many surprise features! Grandkids have loved the "hidden playroom" located on the 3rd floor, where there is a nook for little people! The library on the 2nd floor features floor to ceiling bookshelves, lots of light, room for relaxation as well as a kitchenette. The Lower level walk out recreation room features new built in shelving with space for television, another fireplace/woodstove, and wonderful wet bar with seating. The lower level bedroom and full bath provide privacy for guests. Take an evening stroll and combine this with a walk to Oliver Winery! This Location provides easy access to I-69, with a new access road to be completed with I-69 improvements.

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10 Simple Comforts Every Houseguest Will Adore You For Never underestimate the power of an extra iPhone charger.

You’re expecting houseguests. Fun! You want them to feel welcome, comfortable, and — dare we say it? — maybe even a tad envious of your hosting prowess.

No need to moonlight at hospitality school. We asked Airbnb hosts with tons of great reviews on their cozy bungalows and light-filled island condos for some quick, easy (and cheap!) ideas to turn your guest quarters into a vacation haven. Be careful, though – your guests may not want to leave! #1 STOCK UP ON EXTRA CHARGERS AND CORDS A dead phone equals getaway misery. Airbnb host Valarie D’Elia sets out a bowl with power strips and cords, outlet converters, and even an iHome speaker. Nothing sets the stage for feeling at home IRL like feeling at home digitally.

And that includes posting your Wi-Fi name and password in the guest room so they don’t have to bug you. #2 OFFER SAMPLE-SIZE TOILETRIES IN YOUR BATHROOM Put your stockpile of Sephora samples and hotel toiletries to good use. Tiny shampoos and lotions arranged in a basket or vintage apothecary jar are as welcoming as they are practical. Guests will be relieved if they forgot their own, but even if they didn’t, they’ll love the luxury of washing their hair on the house. #3 RAISE YOUR CLEANLINESS STANDARDS When you miss a dust bunny at home, it’s just your own skin flakes and dried up sneezes in your own corner. To guests, it’s disgusting at best and insulting at worst.

So clean it all. Airbnb even tells hosts to scrub the entire bathroom, not once but twice, including the toilet, sink, bath, and floors after every guest.

“We make sure you can smell the cleaner,” says Cheryl Trotta, who rents out her vintage bayside cottage in Warwick, R.I. #4 GIVE IT YOUR PERSONAL TOUCH People choose Airbnbs over sterile hotel rooms because, in part, they want an authentic, personal experience.

So give it to them!

Trotta intentionally markets her rental as a family cottage and scatters pictures and family treasures throughout the cottage. Frame a couple of your childhood photos and hang them up alongside some mementos from your own travels.

How else would your guests discover that you were drum major of your high school marching band? #5 PUT A RADIO IN THE BATHROOM Your guests may like to sing along in the shower, but the real reason for putting some tunes in the bath is to provide them with plenty of, well, privacy. Add an essential oil diffuser — or poo-pourri drops — and you’re in business. #6 SET UP A DIY CAFE If your guests are early birds — or will just want some occasional alone time — put a coffeemaker in their room along with a well-stocked basket of coffee and tea. Maybe even blow their minds with a mini fridge full of snacks.

To pull this off right, ask how they take their coffee in advance, and stock up appropriately. #7 DESIGNATE DRAWER AND CLOSET SPACE JUST FOR GUESTS If your guest room closet could be featured on Storage Wars, it’s time to rethink your stuff strategy.

Consider some serious Marie Kondo-izing — maybe donate your to-be-regifted pile and sell those designer jeans you’ll never fit into again — to make room in the closet and dresser for guest to have plenty of space (and the key word is plenty).

Label a few guest drawers and crack the closet so they can see there’s space to hang their clothes. #8 FANCY YOURSELF A TRAVEL AGENT Give guests a local’s-eye view by filling a basket with menus from nearby restaurants, brochures from local businesses that cater to tourists, and a current issue of your community newspaper. It’s a great way for guests to feel like a local and customize their time in your town. #9 HANG A ROBE – OR TWO – IN THE CLOSET Bonding with their host over morning coffee is one of the best parts of staying with friends. But they can miss it completely when they realize they only packed a ratty grandma nightgown or — even worse — NSFW lingerie.

Help your guests feel right at home by hanging a couple of cozy (and freshly laundered), one-size-fits-all robes in the guest-room closet.

Not only can they wear their pajamas to breakfast without feeling self-conscious, but they’re also super-comfy and great to wrap up in after a shower. #10 Expect the Unexpected with Extra Personal Supplies And let your guests know where they are so they won’t feel guilty for bothering you (or worse, go without!). Here’s a list of things that rockstar Airbnb hosts always keep in stock: • Disposable razors • First-aid kit • Umbrella • Replacement light bulbs Being the perfect host is perfectly achievable. With a little forethought, family. Get ready to be the house everyone vies to visit. w3

• Toothbrushes and toothpaste • Towels, pillows, and extra blankets • Flashlight you’ll start racking up your own stellar reviews from your friends and

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NEW

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1707 E. Camby Ln $199,900 M J Hall #201747556

2100 S. Bent Tree Ln $232,000 L. Marshall #201748418

1226 Countryside Ln $269,900 B. Thompson #201748362

PENDING 3109 St Hwy 67 $155.000 B. Thompson #201747955

2622 N. Cascades Dr $159,900 C. Perry #201747225

NEW

NEW

2606 S. Trotters Run $325,000 M J Hall #201748438

1409 S. Dunn St $339,900 J. Franklin #201748107

5275 W. Ocean Dr $68,500 L. Marshall #201725774

322 W. Temperance St $109,900 J. Mitchell #201745275

513 E. Tulip Ct. $135,000 J. Ellis #201744610

3207 S. Tulip $136,500 B. Thompson #201715813

2791 W. Watson Dr. $139,900 J. Mitchell #201744574

5200 N Union Valley Rd $155,000 J. Franklin #201746616

3833 S. Wickens St. $214,900 J. Mitchell #201745694

1209 S. Pickwick Pl $225,000 J. Franklin #201746439

CONDO

BROWN COUNTY

8050 N. Lakewood Dr $299,900 A. Richardson #201745824

1545 W. Countryside Ln $265,000 B. Thompson #201740776

327 E. Lakewood Dr $269,900 G. Botelho #201741314

7648 N. Hilltop Dr $275,000 J. Franklin #201721214

1644 Jackson Branch Ridge Rd $289,000 J. Franklin #201717406

1021 E. Azalea Ln $329,500 J. Franklin #201726317

2609 W. Winston St $335,000 C. Oswalt #201745271

3945 W. Geranium Ln $349,900 G. Botelho #201727424

2404 E. Rechter Rd $399,500 J. Franklin #201740826

6865 Trailway Dr. $449,000 A. Steele #201721831

3108 E. Kensington Dr. $499,900 J. Franklin #201724378

4642 S. Cordova $730,000 B. Thompson #201720679

7781 Zikes Rd $730,000 B. Thompson #201714093

7611 Minor Ct. $899,000 A. Richardson #201721026

LOTS Cedar Springs

LOTS Benchmark

LOT Lake Monroe

LAND Spencer

$79,900-$114,900 A. Richardson #201733107-33019

$80,000-$90,000 B. Thompson #201623331-23418

Lot 18 Ella St $22,000 M. J. Hall #201729713

St Hwy 43 $43,500 B. Thompson #201742712

4723 S. Live Oak Ct. $1,188,000 A. Steele #201724830

702 S. Ravencrest Ave $399,500 J. Franklin #201742295

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LOT 5 South Ridge Trail $49,000 A. Steele #201742593

6575 W. May Rd $49,900 R. Young #201746760

LOT 6 or 7 South Ridge Trail $62,000 Ea A. Steele #201742596

10 Ac Elwren Rd $95,000 A. Steele #201739397

3517 E. Harbor Dr $95,000 A. Everett #201701699

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LOT 9 South Ridge Trail $130,000 A. Steele #201742604

3942 W. Maple Grove Rd $150,000 K. Feigenbaum #201738732

7444 E. SR 46 $230,000 K. Feigenbaum #201739348

72 Ac Elwren Rd $315,000 A. Steele #201739412

E. Kings Road $750,000 J. Franklin #201746249

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PEDIGO BAY

PEDIGO BAY

2603 E. PEDIGO BAY DRIVE $1,795,000

2621 E. PEDIGO BAY DRIVE $1,491,378

This beautiful Country French, stone home is located on a high vista overlooking the southwestern shore of Monroe Reservoir. It contains 6,852 SF finished space, and was built in 2012 in the gated community of Pedigo Bay. The home sits on 3.3 acres and offers spectacular year round views of the lake. It is a state-of-theart energy efficient home. 201627059

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ESTATE LIVING 1658 N. RUSSELL ROAD

BLOOMINGTON EAST

This stunning home on 2.85 acre estate site has a gorgeous limestone design and is located near Indiana University, College Mall and the site of the new IU Health Bloomington Hospital. This home has been updated with backyard entertaining area, new built ins, coffered ceilings, exercise room, media space, and bedroom suites on each of the three levels. 201723419

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$1,350,000

Welcome to the gated community of Pedigo Bay located on the shores of Lake Monroe, one hour south of Indianapolis.

This beautiful lakefront home was professionally designed to emphasize the outdoors, fitness, relaxation, and convenience. Grill out and dine on the deck overlooking the lake or soak in the hot tub under the stars while enjoying the crackle of the fire pit. 201717840

Gaze at the stars and relax on your 65 acre sanctuary and experience an unspoiled farm surrounding just eight minutes from Indiana University. This beautiful acreage surrounds an early 20th century quintessential farm house with delightful updates and modern livability, plus all of the charm of a more simple time.

201655315

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BLOOMINGTON $1,190,000

5577 E. KINGS ROAD

705 S. DEER TRACE

WOODSCREST $1,099,000

25+ acre complex recently featured in Home & Living Magazine, includes stunning architect designed custom built 3 level one owner home, 1.75+/- acre stocked spring fed lake, lake cabin ("Dam House") and 2 story pole building. Main floor double door entry welcomes you into 2 story foyer leading to a large open concept great room/dining area with hardwood floors. 201644612

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868 S. WOODSCREST DRIVE $939,500 Woodscrest is often considered Bloomington's premier established neighborhood with a park like setting and its wonderful proximity to Indiana University.

This beautiful brick ranch on just under one acre is surrounded by mature trees and some of the finest architecture in the area. 201733147

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SOLD GRAMERCY PARK 2403 E. GRAMERCY PARK DR $925,000

Under construction now! This relaxed luxury home in Gramercy Park has been perfectly designed and curated for easy entertaining and graceful living. Surround yourself with high caliber finishes and luxe treatments in this two story over lower level on an estate site. Beautiful walls of Pella windows frame the green spaces that encircle this lovely home with fantastic floor plan. 201655051

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DEVELOPMENT LAND 0 E. KINGS ROAD

$750,000

Also included parcel # 53-06-31-100-016.000-003 & part of parcel #53-06-31-400-002.000-003 (to be surveyed).

Also included is part of legal description 003-09130-00 PT W1/2 E1/2 31-9-1E 20.48A; PLAT11 to be survey and divided. Taxes are reflected for only four of the parcels of land. 201746249

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STIER PARK 2001 E. HILLSIDE DRIVE

$729,000

This tastefully updated home has the best traditional and modern touches on a superb wooded lot. The sparkling interior spaces include a two story great room, spacious kitchen with island, enormous dining room, hardwoods, main level bedroom suite with attached fireplaced study, family room with fireplace, music room, three car garage, and an elevator. 201736793

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KINGSTON ESTATES 5480 E. JAMES ROAD

$699,500

SOLD EMERALD TRACE 2920 E. KYLIE COURT

BRISTOL MANOR $675,000

3223 S. INVERNESS FARM RD. $575,000

This stunning cedar mid-century contemporary is positioned perfectly on a five acre wooded site on Bloomington's east side. This custom home has a split bedroom configuration with a master suite wing, a beautiful living room and dining room combination, a large gathering kitchen with walk-in pantry and a sun room with views of the mature trees and waterfall. 201733100

Enjoy the beautiful finishes and upgrades of this custom two story over finished walk-out home on 1.09 acre site. The kitchen reigns supreme with ivory cabinetry, gorgeous granite counters and back splash, handscraped hardwoods, stainless appliances, custom mill work and entertaining island. 201718962

This lovely Inverness home on over 12 acre estate lot was custom built and features an open entertaining plan. Host large gatherings in the 30 by 30 great room that is combined with the updated kitchen with granite. This spacious ranch with walkout lower level has a stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, master on main, lower level family room with wet bar, and ample storage.

201726353

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HYDE PARK 3416 E. OLCOTT BLVD.

BRISTOL MANOR $549,500

4641 S. CORDOVA PLACE

AGRICULTURE LAND $529,500

N. BRUMMETTS CREEK RD

$525,000

This gorgeous Hyde Park two story over finished walk-out has a beautiful entertaining kitchen with modern flair. The spacious great room with fireplace is connected to the white kitchen with peninsula. Enjoy the formal dining room and formal living room with hardwoods and a circular plan. The lower level has a movie media room, recreation room and an additional study.

201729388

This beautiful Modern Colonial brick home in Bristol Manor has stunning finishes and custom treatments throughout. The great room features bookcases, media space, Brazilian cherry flooring, dining room, home office, dedicated laundry, music room/den with French doors, and an ivory kitchen with island. 201718824

This gorgeous farm east of Bloomington has 51.45 acres with two approved building sites, 10-15 acres of pine trees planted in the 1930's, has B&B water and electric available at the site, approximately 38 of the acres are classified forest and it borders the Morgan Monroe State Forest. This charming farm includes a circa 1930 barn, silo gain bin, and a 1998 red pole barn. 201734663

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SOLD KENSINGTON PARK 3108 E. KENSINGTON PARK DR. $499,900

This meticulously maintained Kensington Park two story over finished walk-out lower level and three car garage is perfect for entertaining. This lovely home has a beautiful picket fenced garden, pergola, patio and deck system with views of the mature trees and landscaping. The open foyer has a grand stair and an open dining and living room formal spaces. 201724378

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HYDE PARK/ROSEWOOD 3178 E. WYNDAM COURT

$499,000

This stunning garden home in Rosewood has the most prime positioning in the area with a private wooded wall of green that surrounds this pristine home. This pampered home features impressive finishes that include Brazilian cherry hardwoods, volume ceilings, coffered great room with custom bookcases and mantle, and screened patio with dog run fencing area. 201629024

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HYDE PARK 3704 E. REED COURT

$489,000

This stunning Hyde Park home on Bloomington's east side is near Indiana University, College Mall in one of the area's most established neighborhoods. Mature trees surround this pristine home with vaulted great room and gallery overlook, master suite on the main with adjacent den/study with wet bar, hardwoods and remodeled kitchen with granite. 201740358

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SOLD GENTRY HONOURS 929 S. BRUMLEY COURT

ELM HEIGHTS $469,900

1018 E. UNIVERSITY STREET

ELM HEIGHTS $465,000

This gorgeous two story over finished walk-out on Bloomington's east side has wonderful updates and upgrades.

This fantastic home has a master on the main, two story great room, Brazilian cherry hardwoods, open eat in kitchen and great room, dining room/den with French doors, and thoroughly renovated luxury master bath with modern claw foot tub.

201720145

This beautiful Elm Heights brick home with Arts and Crafts design is located south of the Indiana University campus on one of Bloomington's most popular streets.

This home on a tree lined corner lot at University and Hawthorne Drive has original custom arches, brick fireplace surround, built-ins, a music room with two story vault and hardwood flooring. 201738428

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1018 E. WYLIE STREET

$449,000

Enjoy all of Bloomington's charm in this Georgian 1920's home on one of Elm Height's best streets. This classic red brick home is near Indiana University.

201717595

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SOLD ELM HEIGHTS 1018 E. 1ST STREET

NE MONROE COUNTY

EAST WINGFIELD $427,000

This attractive Elm Heights home is near the Indiana University campus, Bryan Park and has a wonderful curb appeal. This four square classically designed home has a graceful feel with a formal living and dining room, hardwood flooring, a tastefully added family room with matching woodwork to maintain the design integrity and an eat-in kitchen. 201739493

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1507 E. WINGFIELD DRIVE

$419,000

9111 E. STATE ROAD 45

$409,900

This attractive brick ranch home in East Wingfield has beautiful hardwood flooring, a split bedroom configuration, vaulted formal living room/music room, formal dining room, cheerful eat-in kitchen with cherry cabinetry, family room with with fireplace, four spacious bedrooms, master suite with spa bath and walk-in storage, free standing tile shower and jetted tub. 201714871

Surround yourself with 15 acres of lush forest on this beautiful property with custom home on Bloomington's east side. A private lane winds through mature trees to this custom rustic home with master bedroom on the main, spa master bath, upper level dormer bedrooms with a gallery overlook to the two story great room, custom stone fireplace and beautiful hickory cabinetry.

201737981

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SOLD WINDEMERE EAST 2404 E. RECHTER ROAD

BROWN COUNTY

HOOSIER ACRES $399,500

This highly desirable Windemere East location is ideally located near Indiana University, College Mall and the walking path to Rogers Binford. This lovely two story over finished lower level has beautiful traditional spaces and includes a great room with fireplace that opens to the sun room and kitchen, a dining room and main level primary master suite. 201740826

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702 S. RAVENCREST AVE.

$399,500

7569 FERN HILL LANE

$379,000

This mid-century ranch home on a .86 acre site and has updated spaces with anewly updated kitchen and great room combo with limestone fireplace, walk out lower level, hardwoods, a family room in the lower level, repainted throughout, new carpet in basement and sunporch, a screened patio, beautifully updated baths with ceramic tile work, and an in-ground pool. 201742295

Enjoy the charm of Brown County's wooded beauty in this sophisticated cabin surrounded by a private five acre retreat. Relax in this impeccably designed and curated home with an open ceiling in the great room and a beautiful screened patio with views of mature trees. Tranquil walking trails and vistas surround the property. 201629972

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NEW LISTING

PEN TAMARRON VISTA 3620 E. TAMARRON DR.

G N I D

SOUTH DUNN $359,500

This lovely home on a quiet cul-de-sac in Tamarron has mature trees and a perfect location near University Elementary and Indiana University. This tasteful four bedroom home has a great entertaining plan with a large living and dining room, an eat-in kitchen with adjacent family room with fireplace and white clean cabinet design. 201743488

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1409 S. DUNN STREET

ELM HEIGHTS $339,900

325 E. UNIVERSITY ST.

$334,900

Live on one of Bloomington's most vibrant streets near Indiana University, downtown and Bryan Park in this South Dunn Street home. This pristine bungalow home has all of the charm of an older home with the convenience of new custom crafted quality. The kitchen features an island and cabinetry that is furniture quality constructed in warm cherry by Amish craftsmen. 201748107

This fantastic and hard to find Elm Heights duplex is in pristine condition and has beautiful original trim, pocket doors, volume ceilings, hardwood flooring, corner location at Grant and University, two blocks to IU campus, and near the Fourth Street restaurant scene. This duplex is separately metered and has a new HAND permit issued this year. 201743396

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SOLD WALNUT CREEK 1021 E. AZALEA LANE

FAIRWAY KNOLLS $329,500

9916 S. ST. ANDREWS LANE

SOLSBERRY $325,000

This lovely home south of the Indiana University campus is surrounded by mature trees and positioned on a corner lot in Walnut Creek. This custom home has hardwoods, volume ceilings, a dedicated kitchen with Viking range, formal dining room, fireplace with masonry surround, master suite with jetted tub, upper laundry, and lower level great room with walk-out. 201726317

Enjoy the lifestyle in Eagle Pointe with traditional home ownership in Fairway Knolls on Lake Monroe.

This lovely ranch home over finished walkout has vaulted ceilings, an entertaining kitchen with island, custom cabinetry, recent appliances, breakfast room with bay window, deep pantry, a .54 acre lot with views of mature trees and a waterfall view. 201740339

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5237 N. YOHO ROAD

$324,900

Enjoy the stunning rolling hillside views from this custom home on 17 acres in Whitehall. This pristine ranch home over walk-out has updated finishes that include a recent kitchen, new windows, new roof, recent tile and updated baths. 201716282

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SOLD ELM HEIGHTS 411 E. 1ST STREET

SPICEWOOD $324,500

This adorable bungalow has beautiful hardwoods, custom arts and crafts built-ins, a lovely fireplace, arched door details a main level bedroom, full main bath, big dining room, cute kitchen, cozy den, large upper level bedrooms and a second bath, and walk-in storage. This four bedroom home has a detached two car garage and a peaceful urban garden with patio area. 201742700

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2217 E. WIMBLETON LANE

POINTE-WATERS EDGE $309,900

This adorable updated Cape Cod home in Sycamore Knolls has hardwoods, an open kitchen and dining room with island and gas five burner range, charming family room with fireplace, formal living room, main level bedroom and full bath, large upper level dormer bedrooms, ceramic tile, hardwoods up, and a lovely front foyer with center stair. 201723920

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SOLD 1815 E. WATERS EDGE ROAD $299,900

Enjoy the lake lifestyle and unmatched views of Monroe Lake in this Waters Edge condo in Eagle Pointe Resort. Each of the three levels features a bedroom suite and a lake view, plus a dedicated deck area.

Entertain in the newly updated kitchen with hard surface counters, new appliances, new cabinetry, new tile, new faucets and fixtures. 201733301

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BLOOMINGTON EAST 6828 E. BENDER ROAD

104TH ADDITION $299,500

This attractive mid-century modern home on 6.77 acres in the woods has a fantastic setting and is just minutes to the Indiana University campus. Enjoy the mature trees from this ranch over walk-out lower level with vaulted ceilings, hardwoods, corner fireplace, limestone exterior accents, and extensive deck and patio areas with marvelous views of the raised bed gardens. 201713517

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DANNY SMITH

7796 S. OLD STATE ROAD 37 $299,500

This updated Dutch Colonial on Bloomington's south west side on 2.52 acres has beautiful hardwood flooring, crown moldings, updated kitchen with new stainless appliances, new lighting fixtures, new bath updates that include herringbone marble, new vanities and Kohler fixtures, large bedrooms, fireplaced family room and neutral décor. 201738847

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6367 E. COX DRIVE

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PE BLOOMINGTON EAST 1644 JACKSON BRANCH RIDGE RD

KINSER PIKE $289,000

Relax in this home on a beautiful and tranquil three acre park-like setting with mature trees and valley views. This lovely and well maintained home has perfect positioning on a ridge for prime vistas. A recent screened patio area for large scale group events or tranquil downtime with a book. A wrap around porch gives a panoramic experience. 201717406

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3939 N. KINSER PIKE

$295,000

This picturesque brick ranch over walk-out basement is nestled among mature trees just north of Bloomington and is convenient to Indiana University and College Mall.

Enjoy entertaining in this home with eat-in kitchen, fantastic covered patio, great room, lower level recreation room with kitchenette, dining room, walk-in pantry, two fireplaces, lower level office and two car garage. 201723928

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RIDGEMEDE $284,900

Mid century style in a fantastic location blend to make this a stellar choice on Bloomington's north side near Indiana University. This lovely limestone home has formal and informal living space and a finished lower level for more recreation. The original birch cabinetry is in pristine condition and purists will love the architectural integrity of this pampered home. 201728355

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1422 S. WINFIELD ROAD

$279,000

This updated and move in condition mid-century home on Bloomington's east side is perfectly located near Indiana University, College Mall and Southeast City Park. Enjoy the one block distance to the Village of Renwick coffee and C3 bistro in this totally renovated four bedroom home with two working fireplaces, volume ceilings, and eat in kitchen. 201706755

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SOLD WINSLOW FARM-NEW BENT TREE 2145 S. WHITE TAIL RUN

$274,900

This tastefully updated home on Bloomington's south side has been thoroughly updated with snappy fresh design and surfaces. New attractive hardwood flooring on main level and the renovated kitchen has white cabinetry, new stainless appliances, counter depth refrigerator, new counter tops, new hardware and new faucets.

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SOUTHWEST BLOOMINGTON 4798 S. ROCKPORT ROAD

$259,500

This lovely two story home over full, partially finished basement has wonderful remodeled spaces and updates on Bloomington’s south side. The 1.8 acre property has a fully fenced back yard and a large poured concrete basketball court. Easy access to I69. This home features Plum Creek kitchen cherry cabinets, natural hardwood flooring, sun room and stone fireplace. 201710846

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GENTRY EAST 4330 E. CRICKET KNOLL

$232,000

Enjoy this spacious Gentry Estates home on Bloomington's east side and experience the close proximity to College Mall and Indiana University. This four bedroom and two and a half bath home has a main level study, a formal dining room, center entry foyer furnace 2013, and a big kitchen with island and combined great room. This family room has wonderful views of green space. 201735509

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1209 S. PICKWICK PLACE

$225,000

1299 N. US HIGHWAY 231

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4180 W. COFFEY LANE

$219,000

Enjoy the natural views of this .62 acre site in this adorable mid century home on Bloomington's east side. Nestled between the Indiana University campus and College Mall, this ranch home with limestone fireplace has a split bedroom plan and a living room and dining room combo, an eat-in kitchen, master with walk-ins and master bath, family room and laundry room.

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Enjoy the hilltop views from this 20 acre mini farm with panoramic sites just north of Spencer. This 1950's ranch has a custom fireplace, eat-in kitchen, knotty pine walls, screened patio, fire pit, eco friendly tin roof, hardwood flooring, detached garage for hobbyists and a convenient attached garage. 201734343

Enjoy the location of this one and a half story home on Bloomington's west side with master bedroom on the main, entertaining kitchen, dining room and living room, plus great room/kitchen combo. Great storage in this pristine home with large upper level bedrooms, dedicated laundry, walk-ins, covered porch, natural views and 3/4 acre lot.

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HEARTHSTONE VILLAGE 1300 S. HEARTHSTONE CT

$215,000

This tasteful Hearthstone condo on Bloomington's east side has a fantastic vaulted ceiling with fireplace in the combined great room and dining room, loads of light in the wall of windows, eat-in kitchen with off white cabinetry and recent appliances. This lovely corner home on a cul de sac street has two master suites, a sun room, new lighting, and updated baths. 201740948

SOUTHWEST BLOOMINGTON CITY 1105 S. ROGERS STREET

$170,000

UNION VALLEY 5200 N. UNION VALLEY ROAD

$155,000

This duplex near the up and coming McDoel Gardens area is an adorable bungalow with detached two car garage, volume ceilings, ceramic tile, hardwoods, all electric and each unit is a one bedroom and one bath.

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This charming bungalow on over 2 acres has been updated with recent kitchen remodel, windows, HVAC, flooring, updated baths, and fresh finishes throughout. Great walk out lower level with additional storage and a nice detached garage. Conveniently located on Bloomington's west side near shopping, conveniences, and access to Hwy 46/69.

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SOLSBERRY 9264 E. TULIP ROAD

THE WOODLANDS $149,000

This spotless ranch home on 3.6 acres has a fantastic flexible 4 bedroom, 3 bath plan with an entertaining kitchen, gas range, eating bar, split plan, master on the main with large walk-in, jetted tub, free standing shower, dining room, cathedral ceiling in great room, large deck system, attached garage and a fantastic 42 x 30 outbuilding for great projects and storage. 201740833

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2358 WINDING BROOK CIRCLE $129,000

This adorable townhouse on Bloomington's south side in The Woodlands has a fantastic wooded crest top view and a wonderful floor plan on three levels of living space. The main level features a combined kitchen and great room with eating bar and a formal foyer entry. The lower level media space has a corner stone fireplace and a spacious laundry and storage area. 201733554

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PATHWAYS RETREATS / UNIONVILLE 5743 N. PATHWAYS DRIVE

$89,500

This appealing 5.49 acre building site is located on Bloomington’s north east side and features a fantastic location near Lake Lemon in the desirable Pathways neighborhood. 201715128

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1018 S. Ballantine Road $329,900

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2622 N. Cascades Drive $159,900

912 S. Henderson Street $199,900

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Lot 8A E. Pedigo Bay $149,000

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E-mail: ryoung@tuckerbloomington.com

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3770 E. Bluebird Lane

$469,900

MLS# 201725551

4 Bedroom, 4 full bath, 2 story walkout basement, 3 car garage, custom built home. Main level has bedroom, full bath, sun room, custom office, large living space with limestone fireplace, vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, and magnificent windows overlooking woods, back deck is 42x8 ft.

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6575 W. May Road

$49,900

MLS# 201746760

5 acres of fairly level ground. Open ground the front third and wooded on the back.

Several trees in front with plenty of room to site a home. May rd is the southwestern part of Monroe county between Rockport rd and Harmony rd. This stunning homesite is minutes from I 69.

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Celebrating Over 25 Years of Real Estate Services

Phone: 812-320-2828 1610 Pickwick Place $335,000