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SPOTLIGHT: THE HERMES TEAM

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BY LESLIE MASSEY  SPRINGSHOUSES.COM

4305 Cavern Ridge Rd. Soaring above downtown Colorado Springs, the gated community of Cedar Heights offers residents a breathtaking setting for an incomparable lifestyle with unprecedented views and tranquil surroundings.

The spectacular custom home at 4305 Cavern Ridge Rd. was a 2009 Parade of Homes winner for Best Kitchen, Best Interior Design, Best Innovation, and Best Landscaping.

The true advantage of the home is from absolute privacy combined with inspiring views of Pikes Peak and the city lights. A sunny southern exposure brightens the house, and draws you out to the covered, warmed, weatherproof deck.

The Colorado contemporary delivers over 6,000 square with four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a three-car garage. The Hermes Team has the home offered for $1,575,000.

Exceptional characteristics of this home include quarter-sawn oak main level floors from a mill located in Cortez, Colo., seagrass and wild wine Brazilian granite countertops and custom cherry cabinetry in the gourmet kitchen, and crocodile leather tile in the foyer along with two stories of glass. Designer Joanie Bader, developed a natural palette of soft sage, spiced cider and mellow currant flowing throughout the home.

The lower level is ideal for entertaining, featuring a magnificent wet bar with copper sink.

The theatre room includes surround sound, with state of the art A/V equipment including built in audio throughout with Crestron.

Coming soon – 4670 Bradford Heights Located in another premiere setting on the west side, in the Broadmoor Hills community

of Penhurst Park Estates, this elegant custom home is located in a gated community and commands captivating views of the Front Range and the city below.

Conforming to its natural surroundings, this home was built to match the beauty around it. Allotting over 7,400 square feet with five bedrooms, six bathrooms and a three-car garage. The Hermes Team has this home offered for $1,000,000.

Equipped with a 360-degre view, this home rests on a private cul-de-sac and backs to open space. Ultimate Colorado outdoor living is found on the generous private deck.

Within the home, exceptional attention to detail and excellent craftsmanship is evident from solid paneled doors throughout, crown molding, and Pella windows and doors.

An extraordinary marble two-story entry, on-

Coming soon – 4670 Bradford Heights – $1,000,000

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SPOTLIGHT: THE HERMES TEAM CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

Under contract – 10 Beech Ave. – $1,115,000

site milled cherry cabinets and paneling create an expression of refinement and sophistication.

The lower level is emphasized with a theater room, spa area and billiards room in addition to a walk out to the sizable stamped patio.

The Hermes Team Partners with Arrow Moving and Storage and Things Forgotten to offer a special program for seniors With over 30 years of experience in the real estate industry, John Hermes has seen it all.

After noticing some struggles with seniors ready to downsize or move into a new home, John and Justin Hermes realized that our region had a need for assistance with certain pieces of the process.

“Moving out of a long-term home, especially if you’re downsizing, can be very overwhelming and intimidating,” said Hermes. “Even kids who are handling their parents’ estates and have a lot of personal property to store, sell or dispose of can be overcome by the burden.”

Consequently, The Hermes Tem partnered with Patrick Gipprich from Arrowhead Storage, and

Monica Young from Things Forgotten, to help the transition go more smoothly for everyone involved.

Things Forgotten, was created by Monica Young after coming together with her sisters to empty the house that their dad had built in 1938.

Helping seniors and/or their families’ progress to the next chapter, Things Forgotten is able to provide a comfortable and efficient approach.

Young had already been collaborating with Patrick Gipprich from Arrow Moving and Storage when John and Justin Hermes came into the picture.

“Arrow and Things Forgotten has been a great partnership,” said Young, “and it makes sense for John and Justin to add another side to our team.”

Gipprich agrees that with John and Justin Hermes, the team has evolved to even further help the senior community.

“The Hermes Team really completes the puzzle,” said Gipprich. “Together we are able to offer a service nobody else is providing and it’s a win-win for everyone.”

To learn more, visit ArrowMoving.net or call 719-573-3640 or ThingsForgottenllc.com or call 719-291-0482. 

Justin and John Hermes

Re/Max Properties, Inc. celebrates 29 years and 2014 accomplishments

RE/MAX Properties One Million Club

RE/MAX Properties Top 5 Teams

NEWSWIRE

RE/MAX Properties, Inc. held their annual Awards Celebration Breakfast on February 17, 2015 at the Colorado Springs Marriott located at 5580 Tech Center Drive.

Fifteen broker associates qualified for the Quality Service Certification (QSC) Platinum & Gold Awards which recognizes those who have a 4.5 (out of 5) or greater Customer Satisfaction Rating (CSR).

Awards based on sales volume were also distributed from RE/MAX International and RE/MAX Properties, Inc.

Special Quantum Leap awards were presented to twenty outstanding agents that increased their business by more than 50 percent over the previous year.

In addition to RE/MAX LLC and RE/ MAX Properties, Inc. pecuniary awards, the following members of RE/MAX Properties, Inc. were honored with: • Angela Clark Unlicensed Assistant of the Year • Kristen Whitfield Unlicensed Assistant of the Year

• Cozette Crites Unlicensed Assistant of the Year • Zane Whitfield with The Wheaton Team Team Member of the Year • Brandon Smith Rick Logan Memorial Award • Lisa Fisk Newcomer of the Year • Tiffany Lachnidt Marketing and Self-Promotion • Brian Slivka John Arends Spirit Award

• Elizabeth Pudder Intern of the Year • Gabby Parish Employee of the Year Award • Jennifer Karber Community Service Award • Pam Palone Client Service Award • Mark Buzzetta Broker’s Cup RE/MAX Properties, Inc. believes they became the number one real estate

company in the Pikes Peak region because of each and every broker associate, assistant and staff member that works tirelessly to excel in the real estate industry and this community.

RE/MAX Properties, Inc. has been the number one residential real estate brokerage in Colorado Springs since 1989.

RE/MAX Properties, Inc. has over 185 fullservice, professional Broker Associates that service all areas of Colorado Springs.

More information can be found online at www.HomesColorado.com. 

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The Gazette · springshouses.com

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Outstanding Properties Great Neighborhoods SALE PENDING KISSING CAMELS

5308 Kissing Camels Dr. G3 $229,500 2 bedrooms + office, 2 bath condo, fireplace, carport, mountain views, covered patio, fenced front yard.

WOODMOOR HIGHLANDS 19340 Glen Hollow Circle Sensational 5 bedroom, 4 bath custom home with spacious kitchen, walkout lower level, main level master, 3 car garage.

KISSING CAMELS - THE PARK

1536 Smoochers Circle $565,000 Main level living with 2 bedrooms and office. This home is wheelchair accessible. Great outdoor spaces and views.

SOLD KISSING CAMELS 2410 Hill Circle

THE PINONS - TURKEY CANON RANCH

15728 Cala Rojo Drive $625,000 5 bed + 2 office, 5 bath. Main level master. Energy efficient, including solar panels. Over five acres of amazing views!

OLD BROADMOOR

19 El Encanto Drive $689,000 Exquisite custom home features 4 bdrms + study, master and study on main level, 3 car garage, luxury living with pool/spa.

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1535 Smoochers Circle $695,000 Private setting with large enclosed yard, main level master, lower level family room with small kitchen, mountain views.

KISSING CAMELS

1985 Hill Lane Beautiful custom home features 4 bdrms + ofice, master and office on main level, 3 car garage, amazing Pikes Peak views.

KISSING CAMELS - THE RETREAT

1639 Rockview Trail (Lot 5) $715,300 C.R. Shea Homes The Mesa, 2300 sq ft, one-level living with 2 bdrms + study, 3 baths, 3 car garage, stucco/stone exterior.

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KISSING CAMELS - THE RETREAT

1607 Rockview Trail (Lot 1) $737,000 C.R. Shea Homes The Haven with 2 bedrooms + library, 3 baths, over 4,000 sq. ft with unfinished basement.

WOODLAND PARK - PARADISE ESTATES

1030 Regal Way $879,000 Builder’s personal residence, custom finishes, option for one level living, 4 car garage, 2 bdrms and office on the main level.

KISSING CAMELS - THE GREENS

3836 Hill Circle $1,025,000 Beautiful 5 bdrm golf course residence with 2 main level masters, gourmet kitchen, tons of storage, wonderful views.

PINECREST @ PINE CREEK

9830 Highland Glen Place $1,295,000 This 5 bdrm golf course home features master, 2nd bdrm and study on the main level, gourmet kitchen, 4 car garage, views.

KISSING CAMELS

3290 Kissing Camels Drive $795,000 This 3 bdrm + office golf course home features one level living with a bonus room in the basement, large lot, views.

KISSING CAMELS - THE GREENS

4215 Reserve $895,000 4 bedroom + office on golf course, main level master, stone fireplace in great room, gourmet kitchen, & mtn views.

DOWNTOWN COLORADO SPRINGS

101 N. Tejon Street, #450 $1,100,000 3 bdrms + study, Penthouse, custom throughout, 2,600 sf loft, roof top patio, walk to dinner / shows, incredible views.

OLD NORTH END

1430 N Cascade $1,395,000 4 bed + library, 4 bath with old world charm and modern conveniences. Entertaining spaces both inside and outside.

See Every Home for Sale @ PattersonGrp.com

OLD BROADMOOR

18 Second Street $850,000 One level living in Old Broadmoor with three bedrooms and study on the main level. Wonderful fenced yard on .59 acres.

KISSING CAMELS - THE GREENS

3776 Hill Circle $949,500 New Construction Model on golf course with mountain views.

See the virtual tour at www.PattersonGrp.com/3776HillCircle

KISSING CAMELS

3836 Camelrock View $1,250,000 Expansive home offering 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, oversized 3 car garage, main level master & private enclosed courtyard.

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PropertyTransactions This list was obtained from the El Paso County Assessor’s Office and covers sales recorded during the period of Dec. 29, 2014 – Jan. 04, 2015. Each listing includes the buyer, address and sales price. For more information, e-mail leslie.massey@gazette.com.

80132

• Rick P Renwick and Josephine J Renwick 2307 Shoshone Valley Trl $269,900 • Michael W Murray and Vickie M Murray 1095 Knollwood Cir $329,000 • Alexander Dettman Cirasunda and Stacy T Cirasunda 430 Harness Way $339,000 • Eric S Maliepaard and Sarah E Maliepaard 1370 Masthead Way $340,000 • Bryson M Rintala and Kristin L Rintala 19884 Lindenmere Dr $386,000 • Esad Ii Sipilovic and Charlene Sipilovic 19460 Bardsley Pl $587,000

80817

• Laura C Larsen 321 E Willamette Ave $174,000 • Michael Fuson 722 N Hancock Ave $254,500

80904 • • • •

Mitchel Wayne Wright 902 Pioneer Ln $110,000 Joseph S Lopez 2320 Hagerman St $165,000 Skye M Lewis B 2423 Robinson St $189,900 Elizabeth Lee Graham 2412 W St Vrain St $190,000 • Brian A Derheimer 1529 W Pikes Peak Ave $280,000

80905 • • • •

Anthony C Robbins 1302 Pando Ave $95,000 Melanie G Darnell 112 N Walnut St $103,000 Rebecca M Henry 541 E Cheyenne Rd $104,900 Joseph J Jueschke 1928 S Institute Ave $105,000 • Alan Buck and Diane Buck 1792 Portland Gold Dr $402,600

80906

• Cory Lee Beam and Veronica Natasha Beam 115 Cherry Cir $157,500 • Matthew S Marshall 7564 Dobbs Dr $183,000 • David L Flores 931 Rancher Dr $187,000 • Migena Mustafa and Michael A Scotina 7191 Araia Dr $220,000 • Cody Davis and Thea Davis 9426 Brisco Ct $258,100

• Christopher L Hafer and Ashley D Anderson 2060 Hampton S $164,900 • James D Santiago and Ivette T Santiago 32 E Clover Cir $198,000 • June E Mina and Douglas P Robichaud 4175 Danceglen Dr $305,000 • Ashley Warnhoff and Russell L Warnhoff 512 Argus Dr $305,000 • Roni R Elmore 1319 Cheyenne Blvd $332,000

80831

80907

• Jonathan Minor and Veronica Rae Minor 3815 Broken Arrow Dr $180,000 • Joshua Leon Crowley 13640 Pueblo St $195,000 • Michael Dahle and Amanda Dahle 12766 Sunlight Peak Pl $277,500 • Joseph D Basso and Barbara J Basso 12731 Mt Oxford Pl $279,100 • William J Downer and Judith Reeds Downer 8447 Del Rio Rd $298,000 • Joseph Dean Johnson and Kimberly A AdamsJohnson 8431 Del Rio Rd $298,000 • Sean Ballard and Annie Ballard 10553 Mt Emerald Dr $303,400 • Benjamin V Barnes and Colette M Barnes 11090 Birch Hollow Way $367,300 • Family Trust Rendon 11405 Palmers Green Dr $419,900 • Renate Vetrano 17030 Gollihar Ct $636,800

80903

• Emmalee R Fladland 422 S Cedar St $135,000

• Lisa R Terry 802 Dunston St $196,000 • Christopher S Phillips 225 E Jefferson St $203,000 • James William Tetzlaff Jr 2921 Main St $215,000 • Christopher Bryan Buck Bracey and Zoe Elizabeth Buck Bracey 2315 Valley Forge Rd $249,900 • Lukas Johnson and Annemichelle Johnson 2116 N Tejon St $280,000

80908

• Michael J Wilmott Jr and Briana J Wilmott 8295 Hardwood Cir $249,100 • Brandon J Wright and Emily A Wright 8403 Hardwood Cir $281,300 • Joshua Lindley and Blythe Lindley 8348 Needle Drop Ct $321,200 • Robert N Gilchrist and Karen F Gilchrist 11045 Raygor Rd $475,000 • Toni Green-Cheatwood and Brad Cheatwood 3913 Hodgen Pond Ct $875,000

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80909

• Zechariah Lee Harris and Brian L Harris 3416 Constitution Ave $137,000 • Jessica Mckeon 1908 Wynkoop Dr $160,000 • Blanca D Alvarado and Conrad P Alvarado 1458 Baylor Dr $190,000

80910

• Jeramie Shebester 1836 Zebulon Dr $59,600 • John H Graham Jr and Wanda C Graham 308 Kenady Cir $140,000 • Darrian Galloway and Megan Galloway 3605 Brentwood Ter $164,000 • Daniel B Powell and Lacy R Powell 1944 St James Dr $183,000 • Ramon Moreno and Demetria Moreno 1367 Celtic St $280,000 • Robert D Roberson and Shawn R Roberson 954 Antrim Loop $309,800

80911

• Peter G Szendrodi 2513 Frontier Dr $143,500 • Natalie C West and A J West 407 Quebec St $172,500 • Kerrie M Vaughn 5060 Hopkins Dr $212,300 • Orlando R Castaneda 6416 Dancing Star Way $230,000 • Arturo Molano and Iris Molano 4504 Brylie Way $238,800

80915

• Kirk Michael Miller 2355 Calistoga Dr $164,900 • June Rasmusson 4408 E San Miguel St $179,900 • Phillip Sigala 4920 Waddell Ave $187,500

80916 • • • • •

Martiny T David 512 Shady Crest Cir $86,000 Patrocinio Martinez 5349 Blair Vw $136,400 Heather Flannery 2535 Nadine Dr $140,000 Richard G Hall 2466 Cather Cir $154,900 Paul Mensah-Woode and Paula Mensah-Woode 4525 Jet Wing Cir W $168,000 • Jaudiel Munoz-Lopez 825 Frisco Dr $179,000

80917

• Brian T Bills 4765 Barnes Rd $122,000 • James Edward Rodgers and Barbara Gay Rodgers 4830 Santiago Way $215,000 • Jeremy R Taylor and Aimee D Smith 2830 Lavarie Dr $226,000 • Sharon Bechtle and Gary Bechtle 4444 Winding Cir $252,000

80918

• Austin M Middleton 3832 Dolphin Cir $204,000

• Daniel J Mizicko and Amanda Kay Mizicko 3345 Lynnwood Way $225,000 • Glenn Tompkins and Mysha Tompkins 4125 Tumbleweed Dr $256,000

80919

• Luke Flowers and Tessa Flowers 567 Anaconda Dr $251,000 • Randy Hickey and Sarah Hickey 295 Raven Hills Rd $281,000 • Elias D Hunerdosse 470 S Wintery Cir $300,000 • Cheryl L Jacobson 2635 Twin Harbor Hts $328,000

80920

• Loretta A Weisenborn 7680 Timberline Ct $190,000 • Morgan Daniel Patrick and Pamela Ann Patrick 2957 Shrider Rd $203,900 • Julide Morales and Julio E Morales 8770 Aragon Dr $265,000 • Paul B Apostoli and Connie J Apostoli 3271 Soaring Bird Cir $270,000 • Michael P Burdin and Violeta Burdin 4740 Squirreltail Dr $273,200

80921

• Brian Graffis and Alyson Graffis 896 Pistol River Way $296,900 • James C Wilson and Katherine L Wilson 1147 Vista Oaks Dr $358,000 • Peter Michael Ridgeway and Huimei Ku 870 Glengate Ln $480,000 • Gowrisankar Radhakrishnan and Yamini Shankar 13242 Dominus Way $610,000 • Nichole Wallace and Erik Wallace 13180 Pride Mountain Dr $633,700

80922

• Jack R Seltenright 2521 Leoti Dr $134,900 • Gabrian Felix Martinez 4297 Centerville Dr $195,500 • Casey Arison Richards 5816 Moon Ridge Dr $205,000 • Brandon C Willingham 2938 Walton Creek Dr $208,500 • Zhing Chi Zhen 5107 Laredo Ridge Dr $210,000 • Timothy James Miller and Krystle Arzelle Miller 3043 Pony Tracks Dr $225,000 • Joshua Philip Pingleton and Anna Marie Pingleton 5164 Stetson Meadows Dr $235,000 • Michael S Bailey and Jennifer L Bailey 7445 Far Hill Dr $237,000 • Levar Howard 3490 Cowhand Dr $249,900 • Merritt L Sanger and Jean K Sanger 3677 Pronghorn Meadows Cir $290,000

80923

• Colin C Duran and Kara M Duran 6383 Rockville Dr $169,000 • Jesse L Carlson and Amy N Ewton 6381 S Cache Dr $185,900 • I Gordon 5681 Saint Patrick Vw $209,900 • Sandra L Finney 5327 Butterfield Dr $213,000 • Fabian A Garcia 5789 Charlotte Pkwy $240,000 • James N Ihle and Sheila J Ihle 6683 Oak Trunk Pt $252,000 • Linda J Liberd Living Trust 6739 Oak Trunk Pt $258,000 • Adam Weyer and Kimberly Weyer 7340 Cotton Dr $260,000 • Juan Orlando Diaz 7369 Prythania Park Dr $267,000 • Christian D Bartschi 6433 Finglas Dr $279,500 • Joseph J Patrick and Gina R Patrick 5953 Finglas Dr $297,100

80924

• Stan A Sheley and Leslie J Sheley 5774 Cisco Dr $400,000 • Nathaniel Richard Fullerton 5844 Leon Young Dr $405,000 • Joseph R Wagoner and Jennifer J Wagoner 5651 Wolf Village Dr $472,800

80925

• Eleanor J Sanderson and Clarence Robert Sanderson 6302 Bearcat Loop $209,700 • Todd L Saucier 4408 Horizonpoint Dr $218,000 • Abel I Carrillo and Joan A Carrillo 6434 Stingray Ln $269,300 • Chad E Albaugh and Kristen A Vulich 7726 Dutch Loop $288,300 • Jeremiah N Proctor and Iputaua M Proctor 7839 Dutch Loop $289,900 • Shawn R Macdonald and Jill M Macdonald 6446 Stingray Ln $298,400 • Jake Maire and Kimberly Maire 7679 Dutch Loop $304,400 • Teodoro B San Luis and Janet S San Luis 7822 Dutch Loop $313,300

80927

• Alexandra D Tomei and Ryan J Tomei 6588 Cottonwood Tree Dr $247,400 • James E Rickena 6587 Sugarberry Ln $304,800 • John V Riggs Iii and Brenda J Riggs 7153 Camphor Ln $330,000 • Peter Opp Leestma and Kimberly Nicole Leestma 7210 Laurel Cherry Ct $350,200

80951

• Anne E Freiberg 1657 Reilly Grv $140,000

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105 closed transactions in 2014 with a sales volume of $25,158,936 • Past Recipient Realtor Sales Person of the Year • Platinum Legend Award Winner • Member Elite 25 • Top 1% in the Nation • Member of Peak Producers

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Under $150,000

12277 Rio Secco Rd Woodmen Hills • $350,000

1030 Allison Mesa Vw. Centennial Ridge • $49,900

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2430 Palmer Park Blvd. #302 Heritage Park • $54,900

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4371 Prairie Ranch Vw. Ellicott • $59,900

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19723 Jones Rd. Ellicott • $59,900

15640 S. Lauppe Rd. Yoder • $77,900 o Cond 777 Saturn Dr. #509 Skyway Plaza • $84,900

7713 Pinfeather Dr. Mesa Ridge • $354,925 7763 Pinfeather Dr. Ridge Mesa • $355,875

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7733 Pinfeather Dr. Ridge Mesa • $362,480

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7175 Sungold Dr. Bridle Pass • $366,123

6983 Sungold Dr. Bridle Pass • $368,639

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7735 Wild Bird Wy. Mesa Ridge • $384,900

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3535 & 3555 Walker Rd. Walden Pines • $125,000 Ea.

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19700 E Top O The Moor Dr. Land Woodmoor • $130,000 Land 5530 Molly Ct. Black Forest • $140,000 Land 5610 Molly Ct. Black Forest • $145,000 er Und act Contr

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7159 Sungold Dr. Bridle Pass • $389,221

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2565 Vantage Ridge Ct. Mountain Shadows • $399,900 New n ructio Const ntract r co Unde

7047 Sungold Dr. Bridle Pass • $414,302

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15531 Short Line Ct. Promontory Point • $425,000 1340 N. Wahsatch Ave. Old North End • $425,000

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9863 Rockingham Dr. Paint Brush Hills • $475,000

112 Grinnell St. d Liste 12416 Creekhurst Dr. Just Widefield • $164,900 Stone Crossing at Middle Creek • $475,000 1117 Manitou Ave. 13761 Lazy Creek Rd. Manitou Springs • $219,900 Flying Horse • $479,900 Just d 7395 Oakshire Wy. 124 E. Espanola St. Liste Fountain • $289,900 Old North End • $499,900

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7763 Pinfeather Dr Mesa Ridge • $322,617

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11228 Tottenham Ct. Paint Brush Hills • $328,900

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5791 African Daisy Ct. Bridle Pass • $342,226

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5780 African Daisy Ct. Bridle Pass • $342,600

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7773 Pinfeather Dr. Fountain Mesa • $344,471

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1990 Chateau Point Ct. Hunters Point • $635,000 17585 Spur Ranch Rd. N/E of Black Forest • $599,900 3390 Orion Dr. Top of Skyway • $650,000 725 Neon Moon Vw. Crystal Park • $659,900 915 Oak Ridge Rd. Crystal Park • $675,000

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BY TIM LOGAN  LOS ANGELES TIMES

Home prices climbed 4.6 percent nationwide in the 12 months ending in December, down slightly from the previous month and the slowest pace since 2011, according to the Case-Shiller Home Prices Indices. Its measure of 20 major cities was up 4.3 percent, also the slowest rate since 2011.

This came despite an improving economy toward the end of 2014 and historically low interest rates. Economists with the Case-Shiller survey pointed to fewer people moving and a tight supply of homes on the market for the continuing slowdown.

“The housing recovery is faltering,” said David Blitzer, chairman of the index committee at S&P

Dow Jones, which publishes the report that was released Tuesday. “Before the recession, any time housing starts were at their current level ... the economy was in a recession.”

The weakness was not general across the country. In metropolitan Los Angeles, prices rose 5.5 percent year over year, and grew 1.1 percent from November to December, once seasonal factors were accounted for. San Francisco led the pack with 9.3 percent growth, and other Western and Southern markets generally performed more strongly than those in the Midwest and Northeast. All 20 cities were in positive territory for the years.

While the slowing price growth may sound

alarm bells to some housing watchers, others say it’s a natural and healthy phenomenon after years of a market characterized by big swings up and down. The big question right now, said Quicken Loans Vice President Bill Banfield, is whether more sellers and builders will start to put enough homes on the market to speed up home sales and create more opportunities for people to buy.

“Home prices have entered what appears to be a steady level of appreciation that is not too hot or too cold,” he said. “But the limited supply of homes on the market to choose from may make some buyers feel like they were left out in the cold.” 

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The Gazette · springshouses.com

RE 5

LIVING SMART:

How to sell the unsellable house COURTESY OF ANGIE’S LIST

Do you think your house is unsellable due to its location? Highly rated real estate agents on Angie’s List explain how to sell a house, even in the most undesirable spot.

If the most important thing in real estate is “location, location, location,” how do you sell your house if it’s in a bad one?

Whether there’s a freeway running overhead or a strip mall next door, a challenging piece of real estate isn’t unsellable. “There are three components to selling a house: price, location and condition,” says Realtor Kelly Clevenger of Coldwell Banker, Wallace & Wallace in Knoxville, Tenn.

“That’s the mixture you have to balance in order to sell. If your location is a negative, then your price in comparison to the homes around it is going to have to be lower, and the home’s condition has to be better.”

Clevenger says he recently represented a house for sale that backed up to railroad tracks. “People would be in the house and hear the train go by, and it would unnerve them,” he says. “They loved the house, but

couldn’t get over the noise.”

His strategy in selling the home was twofold: Get as many prospective buyers as he could through the door during open houses, and then have them talk to the neighbors, who offered assurance they’d get used to the noise.

“The truth of it is, there’s not a perfect home or a perfect location,” he says.

“Even if you’re buying in the milliondollar range, it’s still not going to be 100 percent perfect. It’s just accepting that, hey, this home is 90 percent of what I want and I’m OK with that.” Clevenger’s approach with the railroad home, combined with aggressive pricing, led to a sale in 63 days.

With a difficult location, an adjustment in pricing compared to other nearby homes that have recently sold is inevitable. “Sometimes this can be a 10 to 20 percent differential, depending on the severity of the location versus alternative properties for sale,” says Realtor Wendy Tanson of Re/Max Winning Edge in Chapel Hill, N.C. “It’s important to play up the positives of the location, such as access to highways and amenities. The property needs to

be in fantastic condition and staged as well.”

After nine years and two children, Angie’s List member Elle Barwidi was ready to sell her family’s home in Twinsburg, Ohio. But she knew it was going to be a challenge because the house was on a very busy street.

“With people watching so many popular housing shows, such as ‘House Hunters’ and ‘Property Virgins,’ where location is stressed so highly, I knew we’d have pickier buyers,” she says. “I had to make the inside super appealing.”

With the guidance of Realtor Will Penney of Penney Real Estate in Stow, Ohio, Barwidi committed to decluttering the home and applying a fresh coat of paint both inside and out. “We had made several updates to the interior of the house throughout our time living there, so Will’s suggestions of how to declutter and make each room look large and appealing was great,” she says. “It certainly helped with the overall sale.”

Barwidi’s efforts paid off, and the family received a contract from a buyer after four months on the market. “If

you’re trying to sell a house that’s in a tricky location, hold tight,” she advises.

“There’s a perfect buyer for every house.”

Buying in a new neighborhood?

On the flip side, homebuyers looking to build in a new development need to be aware that some lots are going to be less desirable than others. Whether a particular lot has electrical towers in the backyard or bumps up to a busy street, there is a temptation to invest in such a lot because it will be less expensive.

“The biggest factor is going to be how long do you hope to live in this home?” says real estate broker Lori Jo Smith of Bellingham, Wash. “If you live in it long term, at least 10 years, the consequences that are negative are going to diminish.” But keep your expectations realistic and purchase the lot for the level of discount that you think you’ll assume when you sell the house.

“It’s also key to not build the most expensive house on the street,” Tanson says. “Given that your home will be sold at a discount relative to others, you will

gain more of your investment if you don’t build the premium home on the least premium lot.”

Keeping resale value in mind is key.

“You have to think like a seller while you buy it,” says Realtor Sally Messinger of Howard Hanna Real Estate in Pepper Pike, Ohio. “You’re buying it new, so it’s got a bang to it. Once the houses are built, it’s a little less shiny. If you have the one house that has the highway behind it, you’re going to have trouble with that. I tell people: if you buy that house, and you call me to sell it, don’t be surprised when I list it for less than what you’ve bought it for.”

Of course, sometimes a house in an unfortunate location isn’t any fault of the owners. “Some properties were in the right location when they bought them, but now they’re in the wrong location, whether something was built up next to it, or things have moved out,” Messinger says. “Price cures all ills.

When the price is right, there’s someone who will buy it. There may be a limited number of buyers, but at the right price, you can sell a house in the middle of a cemetery.” 

CAN WE TALK?:

Mandatory changes coming for water heaters

BY TERRY R. BRUNETTE  REGIONAL BUILDING DEPARTMENT

You may not be aware that there are mandatory changes coming regarding water heaters.

On April 16, Terry R. Brunette 2015 there will be significant changes to water heater energy factor (EF) requirements as the result of updates to the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act (NAECA). These new requirements call for higher energy factor (EF) ratings on virtually all residential gas, electric and oil fired water heaters. This will completely alter the water heater landscape. NAECA also affects some light-duty commercial water heaters.

The NAECA rulings are important to customers because they reduce energy usage and save money all year long.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy website, standards mandatory in 2015 will save approximately 3.3 quads of energy and result in approximately $63 billion in energy bill savings for products shipped from 2015-2044.

After April 15th of this year all water heaters manufactured will have to meet the new energy factor requirements. Any inventory that the suppliers have will be able to be sold. This is not a change in the plumbing or mechanical codes, there just won’t be any of the old waters heaters available once the inventory is depleted.

I haven’t heard how this will affect the price of the new units but you can be sure waters heaters will be more expensive.

I’m told to achieve the new requirements

there will be more insulation built into the units. This will make the water heaters possibly a couple of inches larger in diameter. More than likely there will be a few cases where the larger water heater won’t fit in the location where the existing water heater is installed.

The fix would be to go with a smaller capacity unit i.e. replace a 50 gallon to a 40 gallon water heater. However; since the new unit will be more efficient you might not notice any difference. On a personnel note, when we moved into our house there was a fairly new 40 gallon water heater. Over the years we raised four children when cloth diapers were the norm. That water heater served us for 30 years providing us with plenty of hot water for thousands of loads of wash and thousands of showers. Now when you look at water heaters you can buy a 6 year or 9 year water heater, I’m not sure what the life expectancy is for the new energy efficient water heaters.

None of us like to have big brother continue to make more regulations for all of us. However, this one may not be all bad, as my wife and I are approaching the time of our life when we will be living on a fixed income having more efficient water heaters, furnaces, lighting and vehicles makes a lot of sense.  All previous columns are available on our website www.pprbd.org. Submit your questions to: terryb@pprbd.org or mail to: Pikes Peak Regional Building Department, 2880 International Cir., Colorado Springs, CO 80910, Attn. Terry Brunette

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Nice Townhome in Quiet Cul-de-Sac

Private Contemporary Home on 40 Acres Bordering National Forest

1327 Firefly Cir - $110,000

4785 Sand Mountain Pt - $163,900

Walking distance to Wildflower Elementary school/park & Sand Creek Trail. Covered entry, great rm w/ wood burning fireplace & laminate wood floors. Updated kitchen w/ tile counter bkfst bar, new cabinets/hardware, SS appliances, & new sink. Lg family rm on lower lvl, w/ garden lvl windows keep the space light & bright. Lg laundry/storage rm. Wrought iron spindles on staircase.

Master bedroom w/ sitting area. Remodeled full bath w/new vanity/hardware, light fixture, custom tile shower surround, laminate wood flooring, & new commode.

Other highlights; modern interior paint colors throughout, new ceiling fans, vinyl windows, 6 panel doors & many more. Move in ready! See it today!

Colorado living at its finest with this custom built home on 40 acres tucked and secluded at the end of the road bordering national forest. Private setting with Pikes Peak view starts to describe this contemporary 4 bedroom home (4th bedroom is loft) that brings the Colorado beauty in with walls of windows throughout the house. Great room floor plan is entertainers dream with plenty of room for all and multiple outdoor decks as well. Cooks will delight in this fantastic kitchen with plenty of space & storage. Steep access is worth it for the privacy you find here. $534,000.

Great 2 bedroom townhome overlooking greenbelt in the beautiful Courtyards at Newport gated community. Open floorplan with vaulted ceilings and lot of windows. The great room has a gas fireplace and walk-out to large balcony with view of open space. Split-bedroom design for privacy. Wood laminate flooring throughout most of the main level. The kitchen has plenty of storage and counter space - plus, all appliances are included. There's also an attached 2-car garage and plenty of guest parking. Don't miss it!

2508 Wood Ave ~ $239,500 ~ Central

1530 Eagle View Drive $240K

Main Level Living

Better Than New ~ Close to Powers Corridor

~New Build~

Beautifully Update Brick Ranch Home

1191 Hill Mesa Ct ~ $315,000

6470 Vickie Ln. ~ $322,400

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New Victorian in great downtown location. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage.

Spacious rooms, high ceilings. Easy access to Monument Valley Park, downtown and I-25, Pick your finishes - hurry!

This is a gem tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac street in the community of Crown Hill Mesa.This new design is fresh with clean lines and a pottery barn feel. New warm paint colors, all new hardwood flooring throughout the main level, updated fixtures, all the baths have been redone from flooring to granite, fixtures and cabinets, kitchen has new stainless appliances and backsplash.

Spacious lower level with additional bedrooms and family room. 6 bedrooms with 3 on the main, currently one is set up as an office. The fenced back yard and the local dog park nearby will be a hit if you have furry family members. New garage doors, new hot water heater and extra storage shed out back!

Beautiful Updated Brick Ranch Home Close to Downtown*Extensive HW Flring Main Level*Grt Rm & Kitchen Flow Together*Spacious Eat In Kitchen Features 42 inch Tall Cabinetry, Cook Top, SS Appls ,Wall Oven, DW Side by Side Rf w/ Water & Ice Maker, Microwave, Tile Flooring*Both Baths Have Been Updated with Tile Flring & Shower Surrounds*Upgraded Lighting Fixtures*New Carpet in Fin Basement*Raised Panel Doors w/ Oil Rubbed Bronze Hardware**3 BR's on Main Level & 1 in the Basement*Lrg L Shaped Basement FR ideally Designed for Game & Media Areas*Vinyl Windows*Enjoy the Mtn & Pikes Peak Views from the 42x12 Covered Patio*Big Backyard *Covered Carport

Corner lot ranch style home - Covered front porch, finished basement - Beautifully appointed w/upgrades throughout - Vaulted ceilings, open floor plan - Master Suite w/sitting area, 5-piece bath and walk-in closet - Gourmet kitchen includes island, granite countertops, stainless appliances and pantry - Gleaming hardwoods - Finished basement includes family rm., game area, 2 beds, full bath & storage Low maintenance yard is fully landscaped, has stamped concrete patios/walkways & sprinkler system - 5 beds, 3 full baths & 2-car garage, 3,204 Sq. Ft. - Central air, gas fireplace, privacy fence and so much more!

Jessica Heights

Old North End Victorian

Custom Built Home On Private Lot w/ Amazing Views!

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Located in the Foothills of Peregrine!

2339 Majestic Plains Ct. ~ $325,000

1807 N Nevada Ave. ~ $369,900

172 E Mikado Dr - $425,000

12416 Creekhurst Dr. $479,000

9157 Lookout Mountain Ct $485,900

13929 Sierra Knolls Ct ~ $559,900

1861 La Bellezza Grove ~ $589,900

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Cedar Heights ~ $1,795,000

Pine Creek

17585 Spur Ranch Rd. $599,900

9355 Stoneglen Dr. ~ $665,000

1927 Wood Ave. ~ $795,000

2970 Cedar Heights Drive

3319 Sugar Pine Way ~ $499,000

Impeccably maintained and beautifully landscaped on a double lot complete with well water and oversized 3-car garage Wood floors, high ceilings and crown molding are just a few of the many features to be found in this extraordinary home - Charming windows and multiple French doors help fill this house with gorgeous sunlight in every spacious room - Incredible opportunity to own a piece of history and make it your own.

Anne Marie Flynn 719-536-4312 AnneMarieFlynn.com

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10611 Ouray Creek Pt $269,900

Beautiful home in sought after Pine Creek * Living Room/Great Room w/ gas fireplace, built-ins & lots of windows * Formal Dining Room w/ wood floor * Huge kitchen w/ island, recessed lighting, all appliances & breakfast nook * Main level office * Huge main level master bedroom w/ adjoining 5 piece master bath * Upper level has large loft area & 2 additional bedrooms & full bath * Finished lower level w/ large family room, 2 bedrooms & bath * Large deck & back yard * This is a must see in a great area!!

Fully upgraded Townhouse located in D-20. 3 Bedroom, 3 Baths, over 2,200 square feet. Shows like a model.

Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel, corian countertops and sink, gas range, gorgeous extended hardwood flooring, 42 inch cabinets, breakfast bar, nook, huge pantry, new plantation shutters. Professionally installed surround sound, ceiling fans, brushed nickel hardware.

Large master suite with a coffered ceiling, 5-piece bath with raised vanity and large soaking tub. Covered deck for grilling and relaxing. Hurry, will go fast.

Missy Campbell 719-963-6690

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Luxury, Location, Extreme Custom * Massive city light & Pikes Peak Views! * 5 BD/8 BA/4 Car and 9,965 SF * Prime Location w/ 3 sides of preservation land * Tons of Storage w/ Workshop or Exercise Room * Spectacular Kitchen, Great Room, Library, Master, Wine Rm & More * Entertain in Horseshoe Shaped Wet Bar * Close to guarded gates but, extremely private * Brand new condition * Must See Today!

Debbie Reardon ~ 719-955-8525 1861LaBellezza.IsThePerfectHome.com

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Old North End Elegance

Gorgeous ranch style home in D-20 boasting 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4 car (tandem) garage and over 5,100 square feet. The open floor plan includes beautiful hardwood floors in the spacious living room, gourmet kitchen w/ granite countertops, large breakfast bar, dining nook, master retreat luxurious 5 piece bathroom.

Finished basement with a huge family room, recreation area, double-sided fireplace and is plumbed for a wet bar. Beautifully landscaped backyard with a fire-pit and large patio and more!

Stunning Villa Siena Model in Desirable La Bellezza W/Views Of The Mountains & Hoodoo Rock Formations.

This 3BR/4BA Home Boasts Beautiful Finishes Throughout And Maintenance-Free Amenities! Tastefully Appointed Main Level with Large Centrally Located Cobblestone Courtyard, Enclosed Back Patio, Upgraded Kitchen, Welcoming Great Room, Main Level Study W/Attached Bath Featuring Access To The Courtyard.

Upper Level Boasts The Master Suite W/Attached 5pc Bath Plus A 2nd Bedroom Suite W/Attached 3/4 Bath! As A Bonus, Relax In Front Of The Gas Fireplace In The Upper Level Loft/Tower and Take In The Views On The Attached Balcony! Put This On Your Must-See List Today!

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NE of Black Forest

Charming 3478 sq. ft. 1 1/2-story real log custom on 35 acres * Main level master & laundry * Dramatic 26´ high stone fireplace in rustic great room * 8" round log walls inside & out * Tongue & groove pine ceilings * Walkout basement (perfect for home business) * Dormers & solid 6-panel pine doors * Slab granite island kitchen * 32´ deck with hot tub * 4-stall barn * 3-car attached garage with 3+-car detached garage & shop * Totally fenced & cross-fenced * Located just Northeast of Black Forest in Spur Ranch Estates.

MLS# 7803883

Move right into this clean and bright home home surrounded by a mountain view and open space . Numerous extras and upgrades: Private yard, Great Room, 42" cabinets, surround sound ML, Mstr Bdrm fplc, soaking tub, theater room, Gas firepit, Hot tub,mountain view, covered deck, New 50 year roof, extra large garage! $599,000 www.dividedlight.com/12255WoodmontDr/

Absolutely stunning home with 6 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, 3 Car Tandem Garage and 4,200 + SF. Beautiful hardwood floors, formal living, formal dining, 2-story family room, spacious office, laundry room. Perfectly appointed gourmet kitchen, master retreat, fully finished basement with a large recreation area, expansive and private backyard has been professionally landscaped, stamped concrete patio, plantation shutters, whole-house audio, surround sound and theater hook-up in living room and family room, security system, 2 furnaces, 2 ac´s, instant hot water heater, humidifier, designer carpeting and so much more!

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Bobbi Price, Jade Baker, & Stephanie Hawthorne 719-499-9451 www.bobbiprice.com

Impeccably maintained, one owner Saddletree semi-custom home*Loaded w/ high end upgrades that include incredible gourmet kitchen & spa like master bed/bath retreat!*3,612sq ft, 5BD/4B/3car, 2 large living spaces, main level office, finished basement w/ wet bar*Gourmet's dream kitchen w/ high end SS appliances, pot filler faucet above amazing gas stove, huge center island, solid granite counter tops & hardwood flooring*Two amazing outdoor living areas for year round enjoyment*Fire pit & professional landscaped lot*HOA fees include Cordera´s Community Center complete with a heated outdoor pool, a fitness room and meeting rooms.

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Gorgeous like new 4 bedroom, 2 bath Vantage 2-story on over 1/3 acre lot with pines, scrub oak, mountain views, & backing to Northgate open space * 4281 total sq. ft. (2958 sq. ft. finished) * 3-car garage * 2-story entry & family room * See-through fireplace * A/C & security * Slab granite, cherry stained maple, & stainless steel gourmet island kitchen * Huge master suite with granite 5-piece bath * Extensive knotty hickory flooring * Arches, angles, & plant shelves * District 20 schools * Shows like a model.

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Walking distance to Discovery Park & Rockrimmon Elem.

Wonderful view of the mtns & pulpit rock! Open & airy home w/ upgrades throughout! Great wm w/ wood burning fireplace. Kitchen boasts, slab granite counters, travertine floors, alder cabinets, custom tile backsplash, crown molding, under mount sink, gas range/oven, SS appliances, pantry, bkfst bar, & built-in work space.

Covered rear deck backs to open space. Escape to the main lvl mstr suite w/all the amenities, oversized shower w/river stone flr, custom dbl vanities, travertine floor, & walk-in closet. Walk-out bsmt w/ lg open family rm, wet bar, & fireplace.Other highlights: heated driveway, newer furnace, remodeled hall bath, & soft close cabinet drawers throughout, A/C & D-20 schools!

Nostalgic Victorian in Historic Old North End. Newly restored wrap around front porch. Beautiful Hardwood floors including stairs and landing, dental molding, chair rail, spacious Foyer, showcase your antiques in this gracious Formal Living Room with Wood Stove, Large dining room, Kitchen including refrigerator, new dishwasher, self-cleaning smooth top stove/oven, microwave, Family Room with Gas fireplace and adjoining guest bath with shower. From the Family Room, walk out to landscaped backyard and Carriage House.

Stunning 2 Story Home, 5 Bed 4 Bath 2 Car Garage. Spacious Kitchen w/Granite Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances, Kitchen Island & Breakfast Bar, Opens to Living/Great Room that features a Fireplace & Plenty of Light. Formal Living & Dining. Upstairs Large Master Suite w/Private 5pc. Bath & Walk-In Closet. 2 More Bedrooms & Full Bath. Upper Level Laundry.

Finished Basement offers 2 more Bedrooms, Full Bath & Home Theater Area. Landscaped Backyard w/Auto Sprinklers. The View of Pikes Peak is Awesome!

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Stunning 5BR/4BA/2C Home On Private View Lot W/Awesome Views Of Blodgett Peak, The Bluffs & City Lights! This Home Features A Main Level Master & Has Been Tastefully Updated Inside & Out! Updated Kitchen To Include Granite Countertops & SS Appliances. Open Floor Plan W/Large Kitchen Nook Opening To The Deck, Great Room W/Gas Fireplace, Main Level Study & Formal Dining Room. 3 Bedrooms & Full Bath On Upper Level.

Finished Walk-Out Basement Features A Dedicated Home Theatre Including A Projector, Screen, Sound Panels & Lighting System, 5th Bedroom W/Attached ¾ Bath, Karaoke Stage That Can Be Removed & Oversized Rec Room! Ready For Immediate Occupancy!

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Upgrades throughout! 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car w/ over 3300 sq.ft. D-38 Schools. Minutes from Fox Run Park, w/ Peak Views! Hardwood entry, expansive great room w/2 sided fireplace &views of timbering pines through the wood clad windows. Eat-in kitchen w/ slab granite, wood floors, solid wood cabinets, wall mounted oven/microwave, pantry & lg windows.

Main lvl mstr suite w/ soaking tub, double vanity, & walk-out access to the upper deck. Fin. walk-out bsmt. Add'l highlights: A/C, Ceiling Fans, Attic Fan, 2 decks, playset/treehouse, 30x30 barn w/ electricity, 2 stalls for horses, built-in chicken coop, & fencing for animals.

Behr and Behr Team 719-536-4359 www.behrandbehr.com

Exciting, modern town homes situated in scenic Manitou Springs * These contemporary designs were built to suit the most discerning taste * Featuring 4 bed/4 bath/2 car garage & over 3,500 SF * Elevators, multiple decks, lots of windows, extensive hardwood flooring, granite counter-tops, 2 gas fireplaces, main level study & more! * The styling will not disappoint!

Dean Weissman 719-499-6124 www.DeanWeissman.com

Immaculate main level living home in the heart of Wolf Ranch! Enjoy this open floorplan boasting hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen with slab granite and stainless steel appliances, stone accented gas fireplace, ample sized master bed with luxurious 5 pc master bath, great room in basement, room for expansion in partial finished 5th bed, huge backyard and patio, Pikes Peak views and more! 4/3/2, 3355 Sq Ft Brandon Smith 955-8578

Fantastic Masterbilt "Bridal Veil Falls" model resale. Priced at $375,000. 5 Bed, 4 Bath, 3 Car . 2 Story with amazing Pikes Peak views. Almost 4000 sq ft of finished space.

Wet bar in basement! Mint condition in and out. Gorgeous Kitchen with beautiful corian counters! 5Pc master suite too! Awesome outdoor living area. MLS # 8365520 Bill Hourigan 719-332-8569 Go to www.TeamHourigan.com for Virtual Tour

Rare Opportunity to Build in one of Falcon's Most Coveted Areas! Large 2.5 Acre Lot is Open in Front and Treed in Back with Views of the Mountains from the Top. Nice Grassy Property with a Gentle Slope for a Walk-out Basement. Many Possibilities To Choose From For Floor Plans. Use Your Builder or Ours. Call Me For Details on Our Builder's Plans & Pricing! Enjoy Your Own Piece of Quiet Paradise!

Dianna Dalton-Daily 719-536-4378

This 3BD/2BA Ranch in Huntington Heights is Centrally & Conveniently Located Near University, Shopping, Dining, & Highways! Newer Vinyl Windows On Main Level & Berber Carper Throughout. Tile Counter Tops & Flooring in Kitchen & Baths. Basement Bath Is Updated & Has a Large Walk-In Shower Tiled From Ceiling To Floor! Newer 6 Paneled Doors Throughout. Enjoy Mountain Views From Eat-In-Kitchen with French Doors Leading to Patio. Perfect for BBQ'ing!

Large, Fenced Back Yard! WALK TO UCCS!

Dianna Dalton-Daily 719-661-0270

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YEAR ROUND GARDENING:

March gardening to-do list

BY FREDRICKA BOGARDUS  COLORADO MASTER GARDENER

In March there’s a lot to do in the garden and this year will have additional tasks.

Polar Vortex follow up: Do you remember the warm, mild weather last fall followed by a sudden dramatic temperature drop midNovember? Temperatures plummeted from 58 degrees in the morning to 16 degrees that evening. Weather changed so rapidly deciduous trees didn’t transition normally in the two stage process of dormancy and chilling. In many cases leaves withered without falling off.

As we move from winter into spring the lingering effects of the dramatic cold snap and freeze damage will become apparent. Signs of damage will be black, shriveled shoots or buds.

Prune dead twigs and branches. Do not fertilize.

Conifers showed damage

immediately after the cold snap. If your trees were affected they will show signs of scorching with needle tips that turned white, gray, silver or strawcolored. The freeze-burned needles will not green up but over time new needles will mask the damaged ones.

Other garden chores: Prune Clematis jackmanii in early March before the plant comes out of dormancy. This cultivar of clematis blooms on new wood every year and if left alone it will become spindly with decreased blooms. Cut stems back to 9” to 12” above ground with a clean straight cut. Prune to just above two strong buds. In the following weeks as new growth appears, apply a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer and train the new stems around a support.

As soon as ground can be worked, till in 1” to 2” of compost cotton burrs or aged manure into vegetable garden

soil. If you’re going to start a new perennial garden dig out any sod or weeds and work in the same amount of compost or aged manure.

To really get to know your garden have your soil tested. Soil kits are available at the CSU Extension office, 17 North Spruce, room 220.

Plant: Mid-March plant peas and sweet peas, soaking the seeds overnight.

Fall-bearing raspberries can be planted now. Some varieties are, Heritage, Fall Gold, Fall Red, September, Pathfinder or Trailblazer.

Small bare root trees and shrubs as well as bare root roses can be planted from mid-March until late spring.

Try to choose a time when we have predictions of three or four mild and pleasant days. To give the plants a good start, soak the roots overnight in a bucket.

Cool season vegetables, radishes, spinach, arugula, lettuce and onions can go into the prepared garden bed toward the end of the month.

Indoors, start seeds of cold tolerant annuals like stock, impatiens, ageratum and lobelia.

Lawn: Core aerate the lawn or have it done by a qualified lawn service. Make sure the soil is moist before aerating to get 3” plugs. Leave plugs on the lawn.

Tools: Sharpen the lawnmower blade and replace motor oil. If hand tools weren’t cleaned last fall do it now.

Other maintenance includes raking and cleaning up the yard and gardens.

Learn more about gardening: Plan to attend some or all of the weekly Spring Garden Classes

sponsored by CSU Extension. Classes start on March 21 and continue through May 19th. Each class is held on Saturday morning at DeVry University and repeated on Tuesday afternoon at the Extension office. They are taught by Master Gardeners. For more information go to the CSU website at http:// elpasoco.colostate.edu/.

Attend the Western Landscape Symposium March 14th in Pueblo, Colorado. Call 719-583-6566 for more information.  When you have questions, Colorado State University Extension has research based answers. Get answers to your horticulture questions by calling a Master Gardener Volunteer at 520-7684 or emailing CSUmg2@elpasoco.com.

Volunteers are available as needed through the winter months. For current garden tips visit www.facebook.com/ ColoradoMasterGardeners.EPC.

AROUND THE HOUSE:

Check for snow entering your house during storms

BY KEN MOON  SPECIAL TO SPRINGSHOUSES.COM

Dear Readers: Snow can be an insidious invader into your house during these winter storms.

It’s worthwhile checking out the vulnerable intrusion spots now before any significant warming takes place.

The attic is the first place Ken Moon to start. Sometimes snow will blow in through one of the attic vents — either the roof-type or gable style — and accumulate in a mound on top of the insulation. As long as the attic stays cold, no problem. But on the first warm day, melting will allow water to creep down and through the loose insulating material and stain the ceiling. By that time, it’s usually too late to avoid a fairly major drywall and painting repair project.

The crawl space is the other most susceptible spot. Snow will come in through the most northerly-facing exterior vent and also collect in little piles. Here, of course, the potential for damage is much less, but the presence of snow is an indicator that cold air is blowing through the

space, sucking expensive heat out of your house.

So it’s a good idea to close off all but one vent each fall — and then open them all when warm weather returns.

In the attic, the best defensive barrier is a cheap furnace filter. Staple or tape it in place. It will still allow a little air to waft back and forth but will keep wind-driven snow at bay.

Dear Ken: When my washing machine drains, suds come up through the basement shower drain. Would a liquid drain cleaner work for this?

– Kathy Probably not. When we think of sewer drain cleaning, we usually mean the main line to the street. But the branch lines — specifically your laundry and kitchen sink drains — also need attention once in a while. The washing machine line may be partially plugged with years of lint and other debris packed inside the pipe, and the kitchen sink pipe accumulates layers of grease and sludge no matter how carefully you use your disposal. These lines almost always need to be scoured out with either a water jet or the more

traditional rotating cutter blades. Incidentally, most sewer companies will give you a big discount when you include these branch lines in a package with a street line cleaning.

Picking a sewer cleaning company can be problematic. Some of these outfits oversell (and overcharge) for their services. The best source for a name or two of a reliable company is your regular plumber. They won’t steer you wrong and will only give referrals of businesses they trust.

Dear Ken: You mentioned that new water heater rules are coming so it’s a good idea to buy one now. What about the longer warranty ones?

–Kristie If your water heater is 15 years old or so, it would indeed be a good idea to avoid the extra charges for the newly-mandated models by buying a new one relatively soon. You will pay extra for a longer warranty — like, say, going from the normal five or six years to twelve.

But you may be able to split the difference by choosing a nine year warranty for only $50 extra or so. That would be my choice.

Dear Ken: You talked about insulating and dry walling the garage to save energy. In mine, the ceiling is open and vaulted with attic vents on top. Would I be wasting my time finishing the walls?

– Brad Yes. Whatever heat accumulates in there will rise to the ceiling and leak out the vents. You could seal them off for the winter so the heat is trapped against the roof. But a better idea is to create a dry walled ceiling in your garage by framing a level attic space below the vaulted area. I know it’s an added expense, but you may appreciate having the extra storage space. Once you insulate the walls and the new ceiling areas, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much of your car’s heat stays inside the garage space. Also, if there is a workshop out there, you could install a small ceiling mounted electric or gas “furnace” once the insulating and finishing is complete.  Ken Moon is a home inspector in the Pikes Peak region. His radio show airs at 9 a.m. Saturday and is carried on KRDO, AM 1240 and FM 105.5. Visit www.aroundthehouse.com.

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Home staging — should you rent furniture or shop your house?

BY CATHY HOBBS  TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE

When it comes to home staging, it isn’t about how much money you spend, but about creating the right atmosphere to entice buyers.

The reality is most buyers need an emotional trigger, an internal reaction that prompts them to make an offer on a home. Essentially they need to fall in love with a property and picture themselves and their family in the space.

Home staging is hands down the single best tool a home seller can have in his or her toolbox in order to effectively market the property so it sells for the most amount of money in the shortest amount of time. What staging does is highlight the positives of a property and downplay the negatives.

In creating a staging solution for your home, you are going to want to first edit out all of the unnecessary items, such as excess furniture, clothing, books and other items that are not essential to showcasing the space. In order to successfully showcase your property, you can either use existing furniture and accessories that you already own by shopping your house, or supplement what you own by renting furniture in order to achieve a certain look.

Again, it is important to keep in mind that home staging is a marketing tool pure and simple to sell real estate; renting furniture is akin to set decorating and scene setting.

Essentially that is what you are doing by creating a certain look and sending a message to a potential buyer. If your home is more modern, but your furniture is overly traditional, rent some more modern pieces to mix in with your existing look. Additionally, if you are marketing your home to younger buyers and your furniture is old and outdated, renting furniture that will create a look that will appeal to your

target buyer is key.

While we are selling the space, and not the stuff, the reality is, furniture that is worn, outdated, oversized or the wrong design aesthetic can serve as distractions to a potential buyer and take away from all the hard work that has gone into trying to sell your home.

Many home staging firms work with home sellers by selecting key rental items such as a sofa or coffee table and then perhaps purchasing smaller accessories that are either rented to the home seller or purchased by the

home seller for them to keep.

Some of the biggest names in the rental furniture business are Churchill Furniture Rental, CORT Furniture Rental, Brook Furniture Rental and AFR Furniture Rental. All of these companies either have a regional or national presence.

Years ago, furniture rental companies were considered to be only for corporate relocation clients, college students or short-term renters.

Now nearly all have home staging divisions in which they work directly

with professional home stagers and home sellers. Most furniture rental companies work the same way, often requiring a minimum three-month commitment, and will deliver as well as assemble all of the furniture, making the process super easy.

There is an art, however, to choosing the right pieces, as staging isn’t just about renting a bunch of furniture and tossing it into a room. I would suggest that you first begin by creating a floor plan, then selectively identify those pieces that are needed and create

a color palette. From there, rent the furniture and accessories that are needed. Use your floor plan as your shopping guide to create a winning look that sells! Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Award-winning television host and a nationally known interior design and home staging expert with offices in New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. Contact her at info@ cathyhobbs.com or visit her website at www.cathyhobbs.com.

RIGHT AT HOME:

Latin American style comes home

BY KIM COOK  THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

In this photo provided by Novica.com, Alejandro Chávez crafts a mirror frame rooted in Andean tradition with four different vignettes.

Known as aretablo, this traditional diorama is housed in a wooden chest. Chávez carefully models each figure from ceramic plaster and paints them by hand. (AP Photo/Novica.com)

The exuberant colors, textures and patterns of Latin America crafts are injecting an easy, comfortable and fun aesthetic into home decor.

The look includes textured rugs, throws that evoke serape motifs and furniture with an authentically hand-turned appearance.

House & Home magazine recently featured designer Heidi Merrick’s Los Angeles home, with cowhide rugs, Bolivian “frasada” blankets used as daybed throws, and spicy hues like orange, marine blue and pink.

Ralph Lauren Home’s La Hacienda fabric collection includes traditional florals and graphic woven prints in earthy reds and turquoise with punches of black, white and sunbaked brights.

It’s not all about the fiesta, however. Mexican Modern is a look characterized by contemporary furnishings and quiet color, with one or two artisan pieces as counterpoints.

New Yorker Katherine Ponte works with indigenous Brazilian artisans to bring sustainably produced traditional crafts to a wider market through her e-shop, Ecostasy. “I’m focused on the aesthetics as well as the cultural and environmental context of each piece,” she says.

She offers bowls made by hand-tying banana fiber and recycled paper. Tropical vines and herbs are fashioned into trays by the people of the Mamiraua Reserve, in the Amazon rainforest. Slabs of ipe and pequia, two South American hardwoods, are transformed into organic coffee tables. (www.ecostasy.com ) Novica’s fair-trade craft e-shop features pieces found at local markets throughout Latin America (and in developing countries worldwide). The site not only offers artisans a platform to sell their waves; it also provides marketing and technical support. The craftspeople control the creative, production and pricing aspects, Novica says.

Finding a charming and beautifully carved cedar statue at a Lima, Peru, market, for example, Novica’s co-founders, Roberto Milk and Mina Olivera, searched the countryside for the craftsman. Johnny

Chamba’s little “Ekeko,” or good luck token, is now on the site.

Also at Novica: Peruvian artist Alejandro Chavez uses ceramic plaster to make tiny detailed “retablos” or dioramas depicting daily life in the Andes. Farmers harvest prickly pears; merchants sell blankets and masks in a market. The figures are mounted in wooden chests and can be hung on the wall.

And Zosimo Laura weaves soothing, rustic hues of cotton into a striking, contemporary, bird-print tapestry.

From Brazil, you’ll find Elizabeth and Eduardo Prado’s fused glass-bead bowls in an emerald green they say was inspired by tropical rain.

Leandro Mantesso’s black-and-white photographs of Andean topography and daily life are evocative, and Andre de Miranda’s woodcuts are modern art with heart.

Guatemalan ceramic artist Lilyan Benecke’s offers winsome Margarita daisy-strewn tea sets and plates. Fellow Guatemalan Patricio Coroy crafts alder wood into serving trays which are lined with handloomed traditional prints under glass. (www.novica.com ) AT OTHER RETAILERS: Wayfair’s got a subway-stop-style sign listing Mexico City train stops. A hinged Safavieh trunk is clad in a kilim textile. From designer Grace Feycock for Uttermost there’s a set of two Carilla medallions in distressed coral ceramic. And Yumanmod’s sharp 314 ottoman is covered in a teal-and-ivory, South American-patterned textile that would work well in a contemporary family room. (www.wayfair.com ) Urban Outfitters has some well-priced woven rugs that fit the style vibe. (www.urbanoutfitters.com ) Check out Etsy.com and other online sources for Talavera pottery, in items ranging from dinnerware to sinks.

Deny Designs offers California artist Deb Haugen’s Mexican Surf Trip pattern on a range of items including art prints and shower curtains and pillows. (www.denydesigns.com ) 

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Featured Home of the Week 10882 Glen Canyon Dr. | $329,600 Neighborhood: Meridian Ranch Driving Directions: Right on Meridian Rd off of E Woodmen Rd. Right on Londonderry Dr, left onto Meridian Ranch Blvd, left onto Sunset Crater Dr, 1st right onto Greenbelt Dr, 1st left onto Glen Canyon Dr Agent/Company: Lenka Martin, 719-205-5248, LenkaMartin.com For more info: LenkaMartin.com/HomesforSale

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5bdrms/3Baths/3 Car Garage/ 3499 sq ft Open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. Spacious kitchen with generous pantry, and bar stool tops. This home offers main level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and laundry on the main floor. Large master bedroom w/adjacent 5 piece bathroom (soaking tub, stand-alone tiled shower), and walk out to a rear patio.

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This lovely home was built in 2005, has 2,591 s.f., 3 beds, 4 baths, 3 car garage & a finished basement. It has vaulted ceilings on main, updated kitchen with island, 2 family rooms, large master bed with an attached 5-piece bath. It’s on a corner lot & has open space behind. Move-in ready!

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Open House of the Week Gorgeous main level Townhome 148 Miramar Drive | $355,000

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Agent/Company: Bianca Taylor, 719-229-6488, ERA Shields Real Estate Beautiful corner Townhome with a lake and Mountain View from the kitchen. This light and bright floor plan offers main level living at its best! The living room is large and yet cozy with a fireplace and walk out to a brick patio. The adjacent wood paneled office has a walk out to another patio. The kitchen has updated cabinets, appliances, Corian counters and wood floors. Laundry room is conveniently located off the kitchen. Master suite is on the other side of the office and has a walk out to the patio. An additional bedroom and bath complete this main level. Downstairs you find another bedroom and bath as well as a large family room with built-in book and storage shelves and a wood burning fireplace. The roof is brand new. Welcome to this fantastic retreat: main level living, gorgeous views, privacy, and two patios to enjoy the Colorado sun year round!

Featured Open House Pine Creek Area 9344 Stoneglen Drive | $699,900

BETTER VIEWS, BETTER EVERYTHING. There’s more to Meridian Ranch than meets the eye — although yes, the Pikes Peak views are amazing.

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Spacious Main Level Living on 2.54 Acres 5,819 Square Feet, 4 Bedrooms, 6-Baths, 3-Car Former parade home w/ Mediterranean flair. Private Setting w/ lush lawn & trees. Gourmet kitchen w/slab granite & gas range.

Fabulous master plus guest suite on main level. Rec room w/ wet bar. Theater room. Office. New paint & carpet. 4 Fireplaces.

MLS #7874224 $689,000

Stucco Rancher on Cul-De-Sac 3947 Sq. Ft. 4 BR, 4BA, 3 Car Custom Built Stucco Tile Roof Rancher Gem on a Cul-De-Sac in Kissing Camels Gated community. Vaulted ceilings, skylights and log beam accents give this home a warm rustic feel. Open Floor Plan w/an abundance Of Light, Art Niches, Faux Painting, Custom Wood Shutters, Ceramic Tile Throughout Main Level, Randy Hall Cabinetry/Woodwork w/ Custom Doors & Handles, Oversized 3 Car Garage w/Cabinetry & Storage. Walkout Lower Level To Flagstone Patio.

MLS #2230836 $725,000

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Main Level Living w/ Unobstructed Views 5,517 Sq Ft, 4 BR, 4 BA, Office, 3-Car Open floor plan. Acre lot with city & magnificent mountain views. Great room w/soaring peaked Aspen-wood ceiling & floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Gourmet kitchen w/fireplace, alder cabinets, slab granite & gas range. Hickory floors on most of main. Master bedroom with private deck, fireplace & 5-piece marble bath. Main level office. Basement features large family room w/gas fireplace, exercise room & theater room w/wet bar. Walkout lower.

MLS #3543355 $775,000

Award Winning Historic Home 5356 Sq. Ft., 5 BR, 6 BA, 2-Car This landmark mansion by architect MacLaren is completely restored to its original splendor w/ “new” everything. Incredible foyer. Quarter-sawn oak floors.

New Kitchen & baths. Master w/private bath. Great floor plan that really works well for today’s lifestyle.

MLS #2100045 $850,000

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Updated Classic Contemporary with Main Level Living 7,282 Square feet, 5 BR, 5 BA, 6 Car Clean lines & amazing style! Elevator access to all levels. Extensive hardwood flooring. Great room w/10’ ceilings & floor-to-ceiling windows. Upscale kitchen w/newer stainless appliances. Main level master enjoys a fireplace, private deck, 17 X 12 walk-in closet w/dressing area and dramatic black marble 5-piece bath w/jetted tub.

Family room. Office. Exercise room. Upper level suite or recreation room w/kitchen. 4 Fireplaces. 3 Decks.

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Kissing Camels

Stunning Custom Home with Premier Setting 7,211 Square Feet, 4 Bedrooms, 8 Baths, Office, 3-Car Garage Expansive main level living with 4,486 square feet & head-on views of Kissing Camels & Pikes Peak. Exquisite finishes. 14’ beamed ceilings. 9’ doors. Hand-scraped hardwood floors. Five custom fireplaces. Master with sitting room + his & her baths. Octagonal family room with peaked beamed ceiling & wet bar. Gourmet Kitchen.

Main level office with built-ins. Flagstone patios in front & back. Lush backyard with walled courtyard for privacy.

MLS #5984901 $1,975,000

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