RealEstate
INSIDE: HOME & GARDEN
Saturday, December 30, 2017
FEATURE:
Create a sale-worthy showplace METRO SERVICES
The sentiment “don’t judge a book by its cover” can be applied to many situations. When it comes to selling their homes, homeowners should remember this adage as they prepare their homes for prospective buyers. Statista indicates that there were 560,000 houses sold
in the United States in 2016. The Canadian Real Estate Association said a record 536,118 residential properties changed hands in 2016, marking a 6.3 percent increase from 2015. Homeowners who want to make their properties stand out can take the following steps.
DE-PERSONALIZE THE HOME Homeowners fill their spaces with family photos, heirlooms, personal interests, and other conversation pieces. Prospective buyers may not be able to see past personal belongings and may even be distracted by them. For CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
FEATURED HOME OF THE WEEK AVAILABLE LATE JANUARY 2018
17970 Gypsum Canyon Court, Monument | $546,484
Neighborhood: Village Center at Woodmoor Directions: I-25 North to exit 161 east bound, highway 105 east, right on Knollwood Dr., left of Cipriani Loop, left on Gypsum Canyon Court Contact: Fred Heedt, 719-494-8010, Monument@CampbellHomes.com, www.campbellhomes.com
Stunning model home in demand Woodmoor area features 3845 SF, 5 BR, 3.25 Baths, 3-car Garage and finished Basement. Gourmet Kitchen, hardwood floor, main level Great Room plus Study and formal Living and Dining Rooms. A must-see Master Suite offers fireplace and sitting area — professionally designed interior and so much more!
FEATURED HOME OF THE WEEK AN ABSOLUTE MUST SEE!
6746 Gold Drop Dr. | $384,900 Neighborhood: PWRS – Powers Directions: From Powers Blvd. south of Woodmen, east on Dublin, left on Flowering Almond Dr. then right on Flowering Almond Dr., right on Gold Drop. Home will be on the left. Agent/Company: Patrick Rios, (719) 232-5583 RE/MAX Properties, Inc.
3 Bed / 3 Bath / 4 Car Garage / 2,782sf Better than new! This immaculate home has all of the upgrades and more. Nice open floor plan on main level with wonderful light. Gourmet kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances including double wall oven, and upgraded lighting. Kitchen opens to dining and living rooms making it perfect for entertaining and family. Just inside the front door is the office, just far enough from living area for peace and quiet but still very convenient. Upstairs is a huge family room with beautiful mountain views and oversized master bedroom.
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Spectacular by Nature. Custom Homes & Homesites (719) 649-0605 Classic Homes From the upper $300s (719) 481-9828
Where Tranquil Shores Colorado Springs
Meet Mountain Views
Located South of Monument, just off Baptist Road, West of I-25
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