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spotlight: Meridian ranch

it’s a great time to buy in the ideal community with the finest builders

BY LESLIE MASSEY ■ SPRINGSHOUSES.COM

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is expected to be an active year for home buyers.

Affordability is the best it has been in 30 years and interest rates are hanging on at historic lows.

Thanks to a ten-year record high in rental prices, first-time buyers are shrewdly switching to owning. In fact, the real-estate website Trulia recently stated that buying is cheaper than renting in 98 out of America’s 100 major markets, including Colorado Springs.

There are even more reasons why it’s an exceptional time to buy a new home. For the same reasons buyers like to buy fuel-efficient vehicles, a new energy-efficient, weather-tight structure makes sense.

Maintenance costs in a new home are less and the construction materials, systems and appliances are up to code. Floor plans and amenities are being designed to meet the selective requirements of today’s buyers.

The best builders understand buyers’ needs and they strive to be sure their products have a

sense of purpose. That’s why the master planned community of Meridian Ranch has chosen only Colorado Springs finest home builders to create an unsurpassed community focused on lifestyle.

Seven specially selected home builders, including Campbell Homes, Century Communities, Classic Homes, Majestic Custom Homes, Richmond American Homes, Saint Aubyn Homes, and Vantage Homes, are committed to quality craftsmanship, exceptional customer satisfaction and excellent design plans, all for the best value.

Home choices in Meridian Ranch vary from smaller home sites requiring modest landscaping to spacious half-acre home sites, as well as custom home sites offering up to two acres in the Estates at Meridian Ranch.

Prices can range from the low $200s to the $500s, so there is definitely something for everyone. While visiting the model homes buyers will have an opportunity to see the latest design trends and innovations being incorporated in today’s new homes.

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Because Meridian Ranch was created to make the most of Colorado’s active lifestyle, residents are delighted to have over one-third of the 2,600plus acres dedicated to open spaces as well as paved hiking and biking trails throughout the neighborhood. Parks and playgrounds are also in abundance and easily accessible for everyone.

A 30,000 square foot Recreation Center is enjoyed year-round and delivers a full size gymnasium, weight training, formal and informal

fitness options, and child care in addition to the outdoor swimming pool (and an indoor pool now under design). Group exercise classes include Kickboxing, Yoga, Pilates and more. You can also find youth, teen and family programs at the Recreation Center. Managed by the YMCA, programs at the Recreation Center are available for adult and youth sports like volleyball, basketball, indoor soccer, and flag football On top of all of that, Meridian Ranch is home CONTINUEd ON PAGE 2

FEaturEd homE oF thE wEEk Maintenance-free Masterbilt home

2365 Creek Valley | $269,900 Monument

Neighborhood: Valley Ridge Hours: Noon to 4 p.m.

Directions: From I-25: West on Baptist Rd., North on Old denver Hwy., West on Creek Valley Cir. Contact: Jim Stiltner, MasterBilt Homes 719.964.3526, MasterBilt.com

This custom MasterBilt Home is located in the maintenance free community of Valley Ridge in historic Monument. With easy access to I-25, this ranch style home features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen with hardwood floors and granite countertops, a fully finished lower level with roomy recreation area, a two car garage, and 2,343 square feet.

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5420 Seal Alley | $218,000 Neighborhood: Briargate Hours: 2 – 4 p.m. Saturday, February 23 Directions: From Powers East on Research then south on Cross Creek then follow signs Contact: Alan Lovitt, Re/Max Advantage 719-338-0004

This home is just like new. It was built in 2006 and has an open floor plan with an awesome kitchen. The home has an attached two car garage, two bedrooms and an office. A third bedroom could be achieved by converting the office. Air Conditioning, see through fireplace, large master suite, granite counter tops and much more await you. district 20 schools!

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spotlight: Refined ComfoRt

Stunning Broadmoor home offers an engaging lifestyle

BY LESLIE MASSEY ■ SPRINGSHOUSES.COM

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he first thing that attracted the sellers to this week’s spotlight home was the ideal location. “It was just what we wanted,” they said. “The surroundings are beautiful and each school — elementary, middle and high school — is within walking distance.”

Situated within the gated community of Stratton Preserve, this home boasts gorgeous mountain views as well as captivating city views. Built by the distinguished local home builder Nichols and Comito, the home displays a stucco exterior with stone accents and tile roof.

Becky Gloriod, with Prudential Rocky Mountain Realtors, has the five-bedroom, five-bath home listed for $1,500,000. Delivering nearly 6,500 square feet, this home has been well-designed for space utilization.

An gracious entrance opens up to a stunning great room featuring a peaked 18-foot beamed ceiling and wide planked floors. An eye-catching limestone fireplace is flanked by tall windows glancing toward the mountainside.

An elegant formal dining room shares the great room and presents a lovely built-in alder buffet and fashionable chandelier.

Neighboring the great room is a fabulous gourmet kitchen with hearth room and cozy breakfast nook.

“This is the ultimate space for families to gather for

some relaxation and comfortable casual living,” said Gloriod. A gas fireplace and beamed ceiling add a touch of warmth and hospitality.

The breakfast nook sits within a bay of windows and has a walk-out to the private, covered Weatherbest deck.

The gourmet kitchen was designed by Randy Hall and contains a substantial cream-colored center island with vegetable sink and slab granite counter.

Alder kitchen cabinets are complimented by tiled countertops and backsplash. High-end kitchen appliances include a Thermadore stove, two ovens and a six-burner gas cook-top with pot filler. A liberal walk-in pantry comes with automatic light.

An inspired butler’s pantry with sink, built in winerack, and wine refrigerator is conveniently located between the dining room and the kitchen.

A spacious laundry/mud room is placed near the kitchen and has a built-in ironing board, sink, loads of cabinets, a coat closet, and bench as well as plenty of built in cubbies. A well situated laundry chute transports dirty clothes from the upstairs master directly to the laundry room. Access the oversized, side-loaded three-car garage from here.

On the main level a guest suite provides access to the Weatherbest deck and plenty of windows framing scenic views. A private bath with tiled floors, raised vanity and linen closet also includes a

1540 CutlEr point For a private showing: Becky Gloriod, The Becky Gloriod Team, Prudential Rocky Mountain Realtors 719-785-4110 • www.beckygloriod.com significant tiled shower.

The main-level also presents a generous and refined office/study with French doors, wainscoting, red accent walls and crown molding.

A wide hallway sits at the top of the stairs with a wall of built-in bookcases showing the way to a sizeable office with a deck overlooking the front.

The substantial master retreat accesses the same front deck as well as another private deck on the back of the house. A vaulted beamed ceiling and inviting sitting area create a charming haven. An enormous walk-in closet which provides plenty of

built-ins and a bonus-room, The adjoining master bath comes with raised vanities, tiled counters, large soaking tub, tiled shower and private water closet with both toilet and bidet.

Another spot to gather and entertain or relax and wind down is the finished lower-level with a substantial recreation room and French doors that lead to the extensive, stamped-concrete patio with stone walls, LED lighting, fire pit and fountain.

Two more guest rooms and an unfinished utility/ storage area provide endless potential for further expansion if desired or tons of storage. ■

Featured Home of the Week Beautifully Updated with Killer Views

3320 Orion Drive

$675,000

Neighborhood: Skyway 5,915 SQ FT, 5BDs, 4BAs, 3-Car Walls of Glass with unobstructed views. New gourmet kitchen with slab granite counters, fireplace, tiled floors and stainless appliances to include Viking gas range. Great room with vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, wet bar and fireplace. Master with fireplace, private deck & 5-piece bath. Finished basement with walkout and 9’ ceilings. Dining room and main level office with hardwood floors. Wrap around view deck. Flagstone patio.

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New homes from the low $200s to the $500s

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Saturday, February 23, 2013

industry note: President of era international

Franchise Systems visits colorado Springs and recognizes era Shields real estate for excellence

spotlight: Meridian ranch to the well-known Antler Creek Golf Course, Colorado Springs’ finest daily fee golf course.

Antler Creek winds through the picturesque community while providing amazing views of the Front Range. Measuring 8,100 yards from the tips, it is Colorado’s longest golf course and is designed for every level of golfer.

Meridian Ranch is conveniently located minutes from the Colorado Springs Airport, Peterson and Schriever Air Force Bases, and

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Fort Carson. With quick and easy access to the Powers corridor, commuting to work, shopping or entertainment is simple.

With seven model homes open daily until 5:00 p.m., discover the advantages of Meridian Ranch, where distinguished home builders, amazing amenities, and exceptional prices bring families together in a bold Colorado Master Planned Community. For more information, visit www.meridianranch.com. ■

eRA Shields Real estate hosted their Annual State of the Company Address on tuesday, February 12, 2013 and Charlie Young, President of eRA international Franchise Systems was in attendance from the eRA Corporate offices in Parsippany, nJ. Alongside Young, theresa oaks, eRA Senior Manager of Learning and development and Christy torian, eRA Regional Business Consultant, was also in attendance for the event. Young presented eRA’s national and global perspective on the current economic forecast for 2013 and beyond as well as that of their parent company, Realogy, a publicly traded corporation on the nYSe. Young and Bill Hurt, President and owner of eRA Shields, discussed their joint confidence in the real estate market locally as they demonstrated their commitment by renewing the existing franchise agreement between eRA international Franchise Systems and eRA Shields Real estate for the next ten years. in addition to the economic forecast, Young acknowledged performance of eRA Shields as one of the top fifteen brokers in the nation for the twelfth consecutive year and top three in their respective division. eRA Shields Real estate has continued to perform and achieve success and was also recognized as a top candidate for the eRA national Gene Francis Memorial Award. the award is the highest

honor given to an eRA® company, and reflects the qualities most respected throughout the global eRA system and the real estate industry. eRA highlighted several additional achievements including eRA Shields being named a finalist for the 2012 Circle of Light for Community Leadership Award, an award eRA Shields won at the 2012 eRA international Business Conference in new orleans, LA. Steve McGough, Regional Vice President of eRA Mortgage and Allen Hurst, Regional Manager of eRA Mortgage, were also in attendance recognizing eRA Shields as their top producing independently owned real estate company with eRA Mortgage for 2012.

About ERA REAl EstAtE eRA Real estate is an innovative franchising leader in the residential real estate industry with 40 years experience in developing consumer oriented products and services. the eRA® network includes approximately 30,000 brokers and sales associates and approximately 2,400 offices throughout the united States and 36 countries and territories. each office is independently owned and operated. eRA Real estate is a subsidiary of Realogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services. eRA Real estate information is available at: eRA.com. ■

6 tips on buying, renting a home for extra income

BY ALeX VeiGA ■ ASSoCiAted PReSS

Low mortgage rates have made buying a home more affordable and turned rentals into an attractive option for investors. throughout the downturn in the housing market, average investors, sometimes pooling their money, have bought foreclosures at a sharp discount and turned them into rentals. Many homeowners also have purchased a second home and rented out their first property.

Although the housing market is showing signs of recovery, demand for rental housing is expected to remain strong. the national unemployment rate remains high at 7.9 percent, banks are still working through a backlog of foreclosures and tight lending requirements prevent many renters from becoming homeowners.

And the Fed has said it will keep its short-term interest rate, the federal funds rate, at a record low until u.S. unemployment falls below 6.5 percent, something many economists don’t expect to happen until late 2015 at the earliest. “in this market, at this point, it’s a sweet spot,” says Chris Princis, a senior executive at financial advisory firm Brook-Hollow Financial and owner of two rental properties in Chicago. “You’re getting the market where it’s just starting to rebound, but still at the bottom, with what’s looking to be a great recovery.”

Here are six tips on becoming a landlord or investor in rental property:

1. uNDERstAND WHAt It MEANs to bE A lANDloRD Residential real estate generally provides three possible ways to get a return on your investment: when it’s sold, assuming it has grown in value, by collecting rent and through tax savings, such as the mortgage interest deduction.

So, if you elect to buy a property for the long-term investment potential, the goal should be to ensure that the rental income covers the cost of your mortgage and monthly maintenance costs. if you buy a foreclosed home, you’ll have to factor in the cost of repairs to ready the home for rent. And if you have a mortgage on the property, you’ll need to be prepared to cover the costs for however long it takes to find a tenant.

“Real estate is a great investment if people are paying their rent,” says Princis. “if they’re not paying their rent, it’s a horrible investment.”

2. buY IN AN AREA WItH A HIstoRY oF stRoNG RENtAl DEMAND neighborhoods near universities are a good option. For homes in residential areas, proximity to schools can be a good draw for families.

Condominiums and similar properties in communities with a homeowners’ association can be a great option because the association arranges for upkeep on the property.

But check the fine print on your mortgage and homeowners’ association rules to make sure

turning your property into a rental isn’t forbidden. if you’re going to buy a foreclosure, be prepared to compete with other investors, many of them paying in cash. And because many require upgrades and repairs, expect that it will take longer until you’ll be generating rental income.

Websites like Zillow.com and trulia. com list foreclosures, as well as rentals in a given area.

Foreclosure tracker Realtytrac inc. recently ranked u.S. metro areas, with a population of 500,000 or more, according to the supply of available foreclosures for sale and their discount versus other homes, among other criteria. Among the top 20 cities deemed the best places to buy: Miami, Chicago, Philadelphia, el Paso, texas; and Poughkeepsie, n.Y. Claire thomas, a retiree in Phoenix who owns 10 rental condos in Las Vegas, says that landlords looking to keep their properties as incomegenerating rentals for many years should look into areas that are not too expensive. “i would rather have a middle-ofthe-road rental that stays rented than a higher-end (property),” she says.

3. CoNsIDER A usING A MANAGEMENt FIRM determine whether you want to select the tenant and handle property issues or hire a company to do it. if you take on the responsibility, you are obliged to fix any problems (leaky faucets, broken furnace, etc.) or find professionals to do it.

“Are you prepared to do all of this this on your weekends or evenings or get calls while you’re at work because a pipe burst and it’s flooding?” asks Jim Warren, chief marketing officer for property management company FirstService Residential Realty. “What’s that threshold worth to you?”

Property management firms can charge a percentage of the rent, sometimes 10 percent or more.

Hiring out the hands-on landlord job also makes sense if your rental property is not in the same city where you live.

4. Do tHE MAtH Although prevailing rental prices will go a long way toward determining what you can charge, getting the best return on your investment starts with making sure you’re going to get enough rent to, ideally, cover expenses and costs.

Princis’ formula is charging 15 percent above monthly mortgage and maintenance costs. So if those costs add up to $1,000, he’ll look to charge $1,150. of course, flexibility might be called for if you’re unable to get a tenant in for months and months. experts recommend starting with popular rental listings in newspapers or on Web sites such as Craigslist. com, trulia and Zillow, to see what comparable apartments or rooms are going for. Another option is rent analysis website Rentometer.com. the good news: Rents for singlefamily homes rose 2.3 percent last

year from 2011, according to trulia.

5. sCREEN tENANts tHoRouGHlY once your rental starts drawing inquiries, it pays off to screen prospective tenants by asking for previous landlord references and running a credit and a criminal records check. experts also recommend asking for a deposit equal to one month’s rent, plus extra if the tenant has pets. that will help cover any damage to the property and protect you if a tenant moves without paying rent.

Also, have a walkthrough of the unit with the tenant and ask that they sign off on the condition of the property before they move in. that will help avoid conflicts over the security deposit if there are damages once they’re ready to move out.

6. GEt FAMIlIAR WItH lANDloRD lAWs As a neophyte landlord, it’s important to know your exact responsibilities under the law. two good resources for rental rules are the u.S. department of Housing and urban development’s Web site (www.hud.gov ), and the Landlord Protection Agency (www.thelpa.com), which includes state-specific rental guidelines and standardized forms for rental agreements.

An attorney or the Landlord Protection Agency also can help you craft a wellwritten lease, which is crucial to protect your property. it will help you evict a tenant or hold them accountable for damage if necessary. ■

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Custom Building Lots

Pinons of Turkey Canon Ranch 16164 Cala Rojo Dr $165,000

PINECREST @ PINE CREEK

Tranquil 5 Acre Setting, Off Hwy 115, Views.

One of 7 Lots Starting at $180,000. Views, D20, close to hospitals. Lot Pictured $250,000.

KISSING CAMELS 3430 Hill Circle $395,000

KISSING CAMELS 3740 Camel Grove $425,000

Almost an Acre, Awesome Views, Mature Trees.

½ + Acre Lot with Garden of the Gods Views.

KISSING CAMELS ~ SIGNATURE PT

KISSING CAMELS 3739 Camelrock View $375,000

One of 8 Patio Home Lots on Golf Course, Views, Select Your Own Builder.

½ Acre Lot, Quiet Cul-de-Sac, Gorgeous Views.

OLD BROADMOOR 26 Pourtales Rd $575,000

OLD BROADMOOR 51B Marland Road $750,000

Private .68 Acre Flag Lot, Backs to Open Space.

Once in a Lifetime Lot on 3.5 Acres, D12.

Outstanding Homes Priced from $550,000

KISSING CAMELS 3710 Cumulus View

$550,000

Terrific home features 4 bd, study, 4 baths, spacious open kitchen with fireplace, mountain views, nice yard.

CEDAR HEIGHTS 4255 Cedar Heights Dr

$640,000

6 bedroom, 4 bath custom home, main level master and study, gated community and panoramic views.

OLD BROADMOOR 18 Second Street

$875,000

BROADMOOR RESORT 1076 Manor Gate Pt

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KISSING CAMELS ~ THE PARK 1495 Camel Drivers Ln $600,000

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KISSING CAMELS ~ THE PARK 3130 Sheiks Place $695,000

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Wonderful views abound in this 4 bedroom home with main level master, study and 3 car garage.

Picture perfect views from this beautiful 4 bedroom, 5 bath home, walkout lower level on 5 acres.

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Professionally remodeled golf course townhome with 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, sitting area and gorgeous views.

Meticulously maintained fenced .59 acres, main level living with 3 bedrooms, study and 5 baths.

One level living, 3 bedrooms, 5 baths, office with private entrance, professionally landscaped yard on 1+ acre.

THE SPIRES BROADMOOR 6010 Buttermere Drive $1,000,000

ST ANDREWS - COUNTRY CLUB 3225 Muirfield Drive $1,100,000

BRIDLE BIT RANCH 3895 Kakatosi Lane

BROADMOOR RESORT 4790 Longwood Point $1,295,000

KISSING CAMELS 3535 Hill Circle

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PINECREST@ PINE CREEK 9950 Highland Glen Place $1,449,000

STRATTON FOREST 2324 Stratton Woods View

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Custom 6 bedroom home nestled in the trees with private setting, wonderful mountain/city views.

Elegant 4 bedroom home with lots of natural light, beautiful gardens, great outdoor areas, mountain views.

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Stunning golf course home offers 6 bedrooms, 4 car garage, Pikes Peak and golf course views.

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Golf course home, 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, phenomenal views and opportunity for main level living.

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18 Mountain View Road | $385,000 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1p.m. - 4p.m.

Manitou Springs - MSSD 14 Walk to Red Rock Canyon! Polished, 3Bd/3Ba remodeled home located very close to a city park. Splendid GOG views. Level yard w/mature landscaping & awning-covered, huge deck. Flowing floor plan provides family privacy in spacious rooms w/lots of natural light. Remodeled kitchen w/hickory flrs, granite countertops & gas F/P. Tile floors & granite countertops in the baths. Cozy, wood F/P in the living room. Lg storage room & 200 sf shop. MLS 762596

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625 Autumn Crest Circle #B • $130,000

Beautifully remodeled SUNNY, OPEN AND BRIGHT STUCCO AND TILE pied a terre w/NEW carpet, sinks, light fixtures, hot water heater, French doors to second bedroom, window treatments and rubbed bronze fixtures in bath * Natural stone fireplace * loft/storage * Preferred Pinecliff location * D-20 schools.

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1247 Villa Grove, Monument, CO $168,900

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C e n t ro d e l a Fa m i l i a 122 E. Las Animas, Colorado Springs, CO 80909

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Saturday, February 23, 2013

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This list was obtained from the El Paso County Assessor’s Office and Westcliff Dr W $250,000 covers sales recorded during the period of Dec. 24 – Dec. 30, 2012.

80907 Each listing includes the buyer, address and sales price. For more • Darren Heinzel 202 Maplewood information, e-mail RE@gazette.com.

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• Paradon Silpasornprasit and Susan A Silpasornprasit 2111 Blizzard Valley Trl $325,000 • Phoeun Pha 695 Woodmoor Acres Dr $393,200

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• Aimee L Polom 15120 N Ellicott Hwy $168,500

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• Ryan Wilson and Jacquelin G Wilson 1429 Prado Dr $162,900 • Evan J Kohoutek 7240 Killington St $174,000 • Jeffrey C Lewis and Kate K Lewis 7662 Donner Pass Vw $175,000 • Jamal R Breland and Alexis S Breland 7505 Dobbs Dr $185,000 • Alexander Apelu Faiivae and Kristie Sepoima Faiivae 8847 Langford Dr $200,000 • Michael Knowles 7463 Araia Dr $212,100 • Josh Huerta and 7844 Clymer Way $230,500 • Mark O Kennedy 7359 Bentwater Dr $239,000 • Robert Busch and Janey Busch 7811 Clymer Way $250,100 • Daniel A Ginn 7879 Wythe Dr $266,400 • Bobby J Sage Iii and 7819 Clymer Way $269,400 • Vincent Giesegh and Heidianne Giesegh 10788 Mcgahan Dr $299,900 • Harold C Taylor 8134 Campground Dr $325,100

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• Shari S Carle 328 Spring St $165,000

Jennifer L Newcomb 11555 Red Lodge Rd $220,000 • Robert Furtado and Hatice T Furtado 12327 Sleeping Bear Rd $228,000 • Dale W Hanko and Lori K Hanko 12106 Rio Secco Rd $263,800 • Christopher P Olney and Dia D Olney 11262 Palmers Green Dr $286,500 • Brian M Mcknight 12905 Lacevine Pl $298,700 • Tracy J Montford 12215 Big Cypress Dr $300,000 • David C Bower and Tanja Bower 9902 Keating Dr $335,000 • Frank J Anizell Jr and Helen M J Anizell 11203 Foxwell Way $359,100

80903

• Thomas George Dinwoodie and Samantha Mcdorman Dinwoodie 220 Cheyenne Ave $156,000

80904

• Andres Eduardo Macario and Erica Marie Socorro 2421 Launcelot Ct $169,900 • William Slade 830 Columbine Ave $179,900

80905

• Rhiannon Scholl 505 Stevens Ave $117,000 • Thomas S Schuster and Sharon C Schuster 136 W Ramona Ave $125,700 • Kristen K Uveges and Joseph D Uveges 222 Laclede Ave $140,000 • Vinson C Swafford and Lawanna B Swafford 195 Eclipse Dr $344,900

80906

80831

• Danijel Muncan and Michelle Emese Muncan 20560 Sahara Dr $42,000 • Yorsy Zuleika Rodriguez 7619 Greenough Rd $185,000 • Walter W Douglas 9188 Sunningdale Rd $195,000 • William R Newcomb and

• Christopher M Behm 3839 Josephine Hts $160,000 • Mark A Newbaker 3740 Glenmeadow Dr $175,000 • Thianar Djigal and Michelle F Gray 3201 E Breckenridge Dr $220,500 • Charles J Klausmeier 1518 W Cheyenne Rd $230,000 • Jayme J Marquez-Urbina 3180

Closed volume of over $25,600,000 with 94 closed transactions in 2012

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When yoU’re serioUs aboUt real estate

Under $150,000

851 S. Park St. Woodland Park • $29,900 Land

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

Land

6120 Plowshare Ct. Stetson Hills • $219,900

x Duplentract Co Under

744 Duclo Ave. Manitou Springs • $219,900

Under t ac Contr

1521 W. Cucharras St. Old Colorado City • $225,000

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

2234 Patrician Wy. Highland Park • $229,900

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

2962 W. Whileaway Cr. Village 7 • $239,900

Land

Land

640 Misty Pines Ct. Woodland Park • $49,900

1231 N. Cedar St. Golf Club • $249,900

Land

2430 Palmer Park Blvd #108 Heritage Park • $55,900

o Cond Under t ac Contr

170 Wildrose Ct. Woodland Park • $59,900 Land

12255 Oregon Wagon Tr. The Trails • $64,900

Land

Land

Land

Land 5535 Molly Ln. Black Forest • $250,000 Land 5610 Molly Ln. Black Forest • $250,000 Land 5570 Molly Ln. Black Forest • $275,000

Land 5530 Molly Ln. Black Forest • $275,000

19965 Warriors Path Dr. Rivers Divide • $79,900

J 859 Loma Pt. L Highland Oaks • $298,000

20470 Warriors Path Dr. Rivers Divide • $85,000

17815 Grama Ridge Rd. Walden III • $299,900

Under t aC Contr

4416 Chamberlin S. Stratmoor South • $124,900

4225 McPherson Ave. Maizeland Moors • $125,000

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$301,000 - $500,000 7055 Stallion Wy. Stetson Hills • $329,900

Under t aC Contr

Land

6924 Ash Creek Hts. #101 Springs Ranch • $129,900 2211 N. Union Blvd.

Audubon Gardens • $145,000

$150,000 - $300,000

3535 Walker Rd. Walden Pines • $150,000

Land

3555 Walker Rd. Walden Pines • $150,000

1740 Arbor Wy. Cheyenne Canyon • $349,900 Under t ac Contr

11595 Grassland Rd. Peaceful Valley • $359,900 850 Oak Ridge Rd. Crystal Park • $385,000

Just Listed

2808 Country Club Ct. Country Club • $399,900 3820 Stetson Ct. Templeton Gap Addition • $425,000 r Unde ct a Contr

220 Eagle Pine Dr. Eagle Pines • $429,900

Under t ac Contr

1710 Dixon Dr. Palmer Heights • $159,900 1614 Tesla Dr. Treasure Hills • $179,900 0 Duncan Ct. Maizeland Moors • $195,000 Land

5615 Molly Ln. Black Forest • $195,000 Land

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J 3859 Glenhurst St. L Cheyenne Meadows • $198,000 isted

625 Scrub Oak Rd. Crystal Park • $449,900

$501,000 - $750,000 102 N Main St. Fountain • $525,000

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1956 Quadrangle Ct. University Bluffs • $525,000 16710 Papago Wy. Cherry Creek Springs • $560,000 17310 Charter Pines Dr. Bent Tree II • $565,000

3509 Corbett Ln. Virginia Homes • $199,900

1440 Royal Crest Ct. Bent Tree • $625,000

24055 Dzuris Rd. Calhan • $199,900

5150 Lanagan St. Mountain Shadows • $639,000

Under t aC Contr

Under t aC Contr

5575 Molly Ln. Black Forest • $199,900 Land

5076 Peak Villa Hts. Peak View Villas • $209,900

1198 Red Rock Cr. Red Rocks At Beaver Creek • $650,000 Under t1211 Woodland Valley Ranch Rd. ac Contr Woodland Valley Ranch • $695,000

$751,000 - $1,000,000

8650 Boxelder Dr. Meadow Ridge • $214,500

4709 Chaparrel Rd. Saddleback Estates • $895,000

5828 New Crossings Pt. Harvest Ridge • $217,500

124 Stargate Hts. Florissant • $895,000

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N Jacobs 29 N Dartmouth St $163,000 • Casey Morris and Nicole Morris 540 Empress St $169,900 • Jeremy Mata 6020 Dancing Sun Way $195,000 • John R Nix and Sutanya R Allen-Nix 6059 Dancing Sun Way $207,600 • Angel E Morales Ramos 5916 Dancing Sun Way $218,000 • Jaime J Mcfall 4825 Spokane Way $230,000

Dr $102,000 • Jake W Sokol and Rachel A Sokol 1615 Sausalito Dr $162,500 • Michael R Fink and Diana Dean 3840 Michener Dr $173,000 • Lois L Wark 3606 Sheffield Ln $175,000

80908

80915

• Gene Bartels and Brenda Bartels 6997 Red Cardinal Loop $213,200 • Blaine M Booth and Erin M Booth 7747 Forest Valley Loop $271,100 • Mehdi Ghoreyshi and Pooneh Aref 7025 Silver Ponds Hts $407,000 • Eric A Dinnel and Tracey L Dinnel 16945 Herring Rd $414,000 • Jack L Schoen and Kathleen M Schoen 14954 Snowy Pine Pt $530,000 • Eric Davis and Jaclyn Davis 7335 Wildridge Rd $570,000

• Christopher Polk 2441 Duffield Dr $227,100 • Darrell P Glover and Danelle C Glover 7528 Colorado Tech Dr $237,200 • Jerry Peter Triolo and Bonnie Jo Triolo 2402 Great Sky Rd $249,900 • Ryan T Leach and Ashley S Leach 2404 Fruited Plains Ct $325,000

80916

• Muhammad A Nasir 2340 Middleton Ct $144,000 • Brooke M Tranten 4670 Bailey Dr $160,000 • Clintin S Suliven-Catian and Daneen K Catian 1855 Harley Ln $163,000

80909

• Heather M Whitted and Jerod R Whitted 3107 Galley Rd $150,000 • Paul Lundstrom and Shannon K Lundstrom 124 N Sheridan Ave $154,500 • John D Van Patten and Sandra S Van Patten 1338 Margo Ln $173,000 • Jeff Wright and Jennifer Beeman 2222 Tesla Dr $185,000 • William Lee 1115 Mcarthur Ave $187,000 • Donald G Geoffroy and Diann L Geoffroy 2527 Fairway Dr $365,000

80910

80917

• Rafael D Orozco 5470 Sacramento Pl $129,900 • Albert J Bartok and Diane S Bartok 5325 Bunk House Ln $169,000 • Ronald J Griffith and Debbie Griffith 4735 Camas Ct $199,900 • Joshua Edward Mowry and Alisha Mowry 5535 Lavarie Ct $202,300 • Patrick J Dowdel and Patricia M Dowdel 5155 Mayweed Ct $220,000

• Craig A Dalton 301 Fairmont St $125,000 • Marca L Stafford 634 Lakewood Cir $125,000 • Dusty Walker and Wrenna Walker 3605 Brentwood Ter $150,000

80911

• Gilford Lee Sorens and Laura

80918

• Dave Bergstrom and Neldia Bergstrom 2030 Palm Dr $142,500 • Deborah J Kaufman 6723 Fredrick Dr $145,000 • Kara N Lundy 6095 Kingdom Vw $179,200 • Matthew Charles Bleckert and Mariah Nichole Bleckert 2664

Deliverance Dr $182,500 • Sheila L May and Lance R May 3748 Adirondack Dr $186,000 • James Fuller 4160 Anitra Cir $219,000 • George N Bardis and Valerie K Bardis 2235 Palm Dr Unit A $225,000 • Amanda A Langwell and Dwight Langwell 2563 Infinity Pl $281,000 • Andre Brandt and Mark Bower Bistline 4635 Seton Hall Rd $603,900 • Royalynn L Stewart 4875 Seton Hall Rd $675,000

80919

• Luke J Nelson and Melanie Nelson 13445 Crane Canyon Loop $389,900 • Paul Sook and Tonya Sook 1138 Crystal Basin Dr $436,400 • Nathan Hyatt and Christina Hyatt 16630 Cherry Vista Ct $482,500 • Lyle Small 13344 Clinet Dr $575,000

80922

• Justin Fecteau and Leslie Fecteau 4915 Turning Leaf Way $200,000 • Kendal Shovald 7044 Davey Crocket Ct $209,000

80923

• Kevan P Kuhnel and Janette L Kuhnel 2730 Silent Rain Dr $210,000

• Samuel E Blake and Mary H Blake 6019 Scout Dr $130,000

80920

• Joseph Edward Corrigan and Stacy Lynn Corrigan 5286 Chimney Gulch Way $105,000 • Michael A Stabile and Patrizia M Dienhart-Stabile 9951 Cub Lake Trl $343,600 • John R Moldovan and Sherry M Moldovan 9927 Cub Lake Trl $370,000 • Thomas E Welch and Jana M Welch 9172 Lizard Rock Trl $433,600 • James C Smith and Sandra I Angelo 9330 Rock Pond Way $455,000

• David J Winczewski and Hannah C Winczewski 3875 Weather Vane Dr $229,900 • Steven R Haemmerle and Joy Danielle Haemmerle 3945 Thundercloud Dr $235,000 • Jill M Baker 3810 Whisper Hollow Dr $246,500 • Shawn M Schulz and Olivia Schulz 7840 Swiftrun Rd $256,000 • Robert Malone and Katherine Malone 8990 Edgefield Dr $276,500 • Jennifer L Sullivan Scheese 9615 Daywood Ln $300,000 • Rosemarie G Norris and Daniel N Norris 5258 Monarch Crest Way $379,300 • Tracy D Patterson and Staci Patterson 9530 Hollydale Ct $383,500

80921

• Jonathan R Bibiano and Elizabeth M Montoya 13086 Canyons Edge Dr $221,100 • Thomas E Hamilton and Patricia A Hamilton 916 Tari Dr $277,000 • Ian F Hachuela and Kathryn N Hachuela 1048 Hillside Oaks Pl $336,000 • Justin Mcnaughton and Karrie Mcnaughton 12348 Stanley Canyon Rd $375,000 • Diana G Pirez and Lakshmi Geray Pirez 1190 Becky Dr $380,000

80924

80925

• Robert C Conteen and Jade A Conteen 7254 Coral Ridge Dr $212,500 • Abram C Mcduffie Jr 7433 Twin Valley Ter $226,600 • Jordan C Petitjean and Jennifer E Petitjean 6630 Alliance Loop $255,000 • Robert H Robertson and Billie Jo Robertson 7452 Sun Prairie Dr $282,300 • Victor A Alarcon Lina Alarcon 10379 Sentry Post Pl $286,100 • Andrew Francis Wimberly and Ana I Wimberly 10378 Valor Ct $305,900

80927

• Aaron S Byron and Lindsay Schindler 8412 Cypress Wood Dr $245,000 ■ Visit www.springshouses.com/ transactions.

New Century community opens in Colorado Springs There has never been a better time to buy a new home. What better place to end your search than in a scenic community built by an established local home builder?

Come discover The Estates at Rockrimmon by Century Communities today. Nestled in the charm of the unique and picturesque Colorado Springs landscape, this community can best be described as a fleeting opportunity to own a home that truly says Colorado. You are invited to be among the first to tour the brand new, fully decorated model, and experience the Century difference first-hand.

The friendly staff opened the doors to greet folks for the very first time, Saturday, February 16th. Don’t miss your chance to have a look, and the opportunity to reserve your future home site in this gorgeous location!

The Estates at Rockrimmon offers a stunning collection of ranch and 2-story homes, available from the upper $300s.

In addition to incredible natural surroundings, The Estates at Rockrimmon also offers convenience in being so close to many popular local amenities.

Enjoy the great outdoors by visiting Ute Valley Park, Garden of the Gods, and Foothills Park, which are just a few of the great attractions that Colorado Springs has to offer, and are all just a short drive away. Also take advantage of lots of shopping and dining options at The Promenade Shops at Briargate, or practice your golf swing at nearby Pine Creek Golf Club.

Even commuting to Denver for the day is made simple — The Estates at Rockrimmon is just a few miles from I-25.

For 13 years, Century Communities, a Colorado Privately Owned Homebuilder, Top 5 Colorado Homebuilder, and Top 100 National Homebuilder, has been proudly delivering the Colorado dream to experienced and first-time homebuyers alike.

With Century, the homebuilding experience will be uniquely yours from selecting your floorplan and finishing touches, to the moment you have the keys to your brand new, Century Communities home in hand.

You are encouraged to

explore all that The Estates at Rockrimmon and Century Communities has to offer during your visit this weekend. We’re ready to help you find the right home — your home. Getting there is easy! The Estates at Rockrimmon is located at 6379 Winter Haven Drive, Colorado Springs, 80919. Just take I-25 to exit 149 / Woodmen Road. Head west on Woodmen road, continue onto E. Rockrimmon Boulevard, turn right onto Vindicator Drive, and then take your 2nd left into the beautiful community where

the brand new model will greet you on the left.

The Model Sales Center at The Estates at Rockrimmon is now open daily — Monday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information please visit www.centurycommunities. com, or call 719-266-6474. ■ * Prices, included features, square footage and availability subject to change without notice or obligation.

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Tech knowledge

BY STUART SCOTT n BROKER, STUART SCOTT LTD L GROUP, ERA SHIELDS To the geezers in the real estate business, there has always been one “no brainer.”

If we need to talk to you about the sale or purchase of a property, we pick up the Stuart Scott phone and give you a call. Actually, the way we see it, we only HAVE TO call if we want to be successful and keep our clients happy.

Communication is the key to success in

our business.

Today I find myself surrounded by 30 and 40 something’s, call them Gonzos.

You won’t believe this but sometimes they disagree with ME! I’m told I get a little insistent about the Gonzos picking up the phone. “CALL YOUR CLIENT!” I say. “I’ll take care of it” is the response.

Then they sneak back to their offices with their magic telephones and email their clients or even, can you imagine, they TEXT them!

Before you think I’m just a frustrated geezer who has been bypassed by the information age, you’ll be happy

to know I’m kind of keeping up. I’m getting lots more techy. You wouldn’t believe what I can find out about real estate with a few minutes on my iPad. OK, I admit the Gonzos can do wheelies around me with their computer.

Communicating is the most important thing we do, not technoknowledge. Effective communication means sitting face to face or talking on the phone. Where’s the nuance in an email? How can I impart the obvious truth to those Gonzos?

AHA! I thought. I’ll ask someone impartial and intelligent. I asked my

thirty-something daughter a carefully crafted question. “Honey, if your house is listed, and your broker needs to communicate something important to you, would you prefer a phone call, an email, or a text?”

“That’s easy Dad,” she said. “First, try a text. If that doesn’t work, send me an email. As a very last resort, pick up the phone and call me.” I’m sorry to say that further unscientific research has yielded the same results.

WHAT? I’ve always thought a TWEET was a little bird Sylvester was chasing. They think a TWEET is a

highly personal and effective form of communication. Of course, I’ve also learned that “they” also includes a lot of geezers. What to do?

“No problem,” says my daughter.

If they text you, text ’em back. If they email you, email ’em back. If they call you, call ’em back.

Call me. ■ Stuart Scott is president of Stuart Scott, Ltd., which has been providing real estate services to the greater Colorado Springs area since 1977. He may be reached at 877-578-8808.

US home sales rise to 2nd-highest pace in 3 years

BY MARTIN CRUTSINGER n ASSOCIATED PRESS WaSHINGtoN — U.S. sales of previously occupied homes rose in January to the second-highest level in three years, a sign that the housing market is sustaining its recovery and helping bolster the economy.

The National Association of Realtors said Thursday that sales rose 0.4 percent in January compared with December to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.92 million. That was the second-highest sales pace since November 2009, when a temporary home buyer tax credit had boosted sales.

The median price for a home sold in January was $173,600, a 12.3 percent increase from a year ago.

Analysts say purchases would be higher if more homes were available.

The supply of homes for sale dropped to nearly an eight-year low in January.

The 1.74 million previously owned homes for sale at the end of January represented a 4.2-month supply at January’s sales pace. That’s the lowest supply since April 2008.

Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the Realtors, said sellers normally begin listing homes in February in advance of the spring buying season.

But he said this increase might not be enough to alleviate the tight supply.

The inventory of homes for sale is 25.3 percent below the level a year ago, when there was a 6.2-month supply of unsold homes.

In December, sales declined to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.9 million from 4.96 million in November, according to revised figures released Thursday. The December drop was linked, in part, to the tight supply of homes.

For all of 2012, sales rose to 4.66 million, according to revised estimates.

That was 9.4 percent more than in 2011 and the most since 2007.

But even with the gain, sales were below the 5.5 million that economists associate with a healthy market.

Analysts foresee further gains this year. Steady hiring and near-recordlow mortgage rates have helped boost sales and prices in most markets. Still, sales are being held back by the low supply.

First-time buyers, who are critical to a housing recovery, made up only 30 percent of sales in January, unchanged from December. That’s well below the 40 percent typical in a healthy market.

And since the housing bubble burst more than six years ago, banks have imposed tighter credit standards and required larger down payments. Those

policies have left many would-be buyers unable to qualify for super-low mortgage rates.

The average U.S. rate on a 30year fixed mortgage is 3.56 percent.

That’s near the 3.31 percent reached in November, the lowest on records dating to 1971.

Rising demand for homes is encouraging builders to step up

production. In January, builders started construction at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 890,000 homes. That was down from December but was still the thirdhighest pace since mid-2008 and nearly 24 percent above the level a year ago.

And applications for building permits, a sign of future construction,

rose in January to their highest point since June 2008.

Sales rose in January in all parts of the country except the West, the region that’s being hampered the most by the shortage of homes for sale. In the West, sales fell 5.7 percent. Sales rose 4.8 percent in the Northeast, 3.6 percent in the Midwest and 1 percent in the South. ■

Is the Housing Market making a Recovery?

There is a lot of positive news about the real estate market recently and 2013 is off to a good start. However, the latest adjustments are small and many buyers still remain guarded about entering the market. Mike MacGuire, one of the six Brokers/Owners of The Platinum Group, Realtors® said “Although we have been seeing some improvements in the market, circumstances are very particular to the neighborhood, condition of the home as well as the price.” For anyone considering selling a home, MacGuire suggests “It’s crucial to get a fair, updated analysis by an experienced Realtor to see where you are and what you can expect.” Although current housing inventory is the lowest it’s been since 2001 and we are beginning to see signs of a recovering market, MacGuire wants to make it clear that an increase in sales doesn’t necessarily mean an increase in prices yet. “There are three things that need to take place before we see prices go up,” said MacGuire. “The first requirement is a low inventory.

Second we need to have an abundance of jobs and third, consumer confidence needs to be high.” “Things are looking up, but every home is as unique as the people that live there.” continued MacGuire. “When you read a national news headline about the real estate market, it is also important to get an expert opinion of the local real estate market.” MacGuire has a cautiously optimistic outlook for the Colorado Springs housing market in 2013, but states the best way to determine if you’re ready to sell is to “Talk with a knowledgeable, experienced professional real estate consultant and get a fair, unbiased opinion about what the market conditions, specific to your home, are indicating.” Call Mike MacGuire at The Platinum Group for a private consultation at 719- 660-6793. For more information about Mike, visit www.buywithmike.com

Client Testimonials “After 6 months of trying to sell our home with another agent, the MacGuire Team was a breath of fresh air. From day one, Mike got everything moving along, timetables were met, appointments were timely and his staff went above and beyond to make our experience a great one. Only wish we’d found him sooner!

Thanks Mike and team, you turned our sad experience into a happy and profitable one!”

– Jay and Edwina Felton

“The MacGuire Team’s knowledge and helpfulness was amazing. I don’t think too many people can claim that their home sold in less than 24 hours for a full asking price! Great job, Great experience, Great Team!”

– Alison Beardon

“The MacGuire Team was always helpful, knowledgeable, patient, listened to our likes and dislikes and was always willing to take us to see homes even on short notice. They found our dream home! Thank you!”

– Mark and Danielle Rholena

“Mike MacGuire was extremely knowledgeable of the various neighborhoods in Colorado Springs and was able to find the perfect house that fit both my husband’s and my needs. We really appreciated his honesty and openness when discussing the houses we looked at – we really felt like we could trust him! Plus, closing was a cinch – not a hiccup thanks to his efficiency and thorough work!”

– Chance and Deb Hendersen

“Flawless. Superb. Thank you for answering all our questions and making this a smooth transaction!”

– Jason and Emilie Rudolph

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Zillow app lets home remodelers brainstorm, then estimate expenses

Industry notes:

Experienced Broker joins RE/MAX Advantage RE/MAX Advantage is very pleased to welcome another experienced Broker: Amy Cerrone has joined the office and gotten off to a running start. Amy has 12 years experience in the Colorado Springs Real Estate industry.

Amy has past experience and a Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Arizona University in Interior Architecture and Design. Her clients benefit every day from that knowledge.

She is a native of the Mid-West having grown up in Colorado, Kansas, Ohio, and Arizona. She worked overseas in 1996 and ’97 throughout Asia, the Middle East, South Africa, and Europe. During that time she gained valuable knowledge of humanities and world religions which helps her to work fluidly with people from many different cultures. Colorado Springs has been her home for the past 15 years.

Amy has acheived professional Real Estate Designations of “Accredited Buyer Representative” (ABR), “Certified Negotiation Expert” (CNE), and “Certified Home Rescue Expert” (CHRE).

Broker/Owner Bruce Betts commented, “we are so happy to have Amy join our team. She has an excellent reputation among other Realtors, and a very strong client following.”

amy cerrone

The Platinum Group Realtors, Inc. Welcomes Kelly Young The Platinum Group Realtors is pleased to welcome an experienced new agent to their team. Kelly Young is an accomplished real estate professional bringing over 15 years of full-time real estate experience in residential and mountain property (ranch) expertise.

The Platinum Group Realtors, Inc. is the number one independent real estate firm located in Colorado Springs, CO. The Platinum Group opened its doors in 2005 and pledges, “Platinum Service, Platinum Results.” ■

Kelly young

FEATURED BUILDERS

BY KATHY ORTON n THE WASHINGTON POST

Find these quality builders now at springshouses.com!

Zillow, the online real estate company, has come up with a new way to collect and organize your home remodeling ideas. Called Zillow Digs, the application, which is free on iPad and the Web, not only provides inspiration for your home improvement schemes but also can give you an estimated cost for the project.

Similar to Pinterest and Houzz, Zillow Digs lets you browse images and save them to idea boards. You can search by style (traditional, contemporary, etc.), cost (luxury or budget) and room (kitchen, bath, etc.). You also can search for specific elements within a room. For example, by searching for “quartz,” you would find examples of kitchens and bathrooms with quartz countertops. You can share your boards with your family and friends or your contractor.

You can browse boards created by others and follow someone whose style you like. Home improvement professionals can create their own profiles and connect with homeowners.

Zillow has culled tens of thousands of images from homes it has listed for sale across the country. So if you find a kitchen you like, you can probably look at other rooms in the home to see how they were designed.

In addition to the images you find on Zillow,

For information on how to join these builders in the springshouses.com builder directory, call Lori at 719-476-1642

Builder

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Cumbre Vista

From the mid $200’s

Sharon Curdy 877-820-1517 sharonc@kellerhomes.com

Garden of the Gods

From the mid $400’s

Bob Jacobson 719-314-2120 bjacobson@ggclub.com

Flying Horse

From the $270’s

Tina Loncar 719-495-7297 flyinghorse@classichomes.com

Promontory Pointe

From the $280’s

Stephanie Davis & Craig Esterle 719-481-9828 promotorypointe@classichomes.com

Cordera

From the high $200’s

Sharon Curdy 877-820-1517 sharonc@kellerhomes.com

Various

From the low $300’s

Jim Stiltner 719-481-1129 www.masterbilt.com

Various

From the high $100’s

Christy Avant 303-268-8362 Christya@centurycommunities.com www.centurycommunities.com

you can also save your own pictures or add ones you find on the Web to your board.

What sets Zillow Digs apart from Pinterest and Houzz is its Dig Estimates, a predicted cost of the renovation. Zillow hired contractors to price what it would cost to replicate each picture, including labor and materials.

For example, suppose you find a kitchen youlike. You want to know how much it would cost for you to hire someone to install the cabinets, countertops and backsplash. Click on “Cost” and Zillow Digs will give you a price range, an estimate of the room size and a breakdown of materials and labor.

Now suppose the picture was taken in Seattle and you live in Arlington. Zillow Digs can also do a regional adjustment to give you a better idea of how much it would cost in your area.

For those who are considering a home remodeling project, the nice thing about Zillow Digs is that while it provides plenty of eye candy to inspire you, it also gives you an idea of how much those granite countertops and tile backsplashes will set you back. And while everyone likes to dream, it is helpful to know before talking to a contractor how much you can expect to pay for those dreams. ■

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buildingpermits The figures quoted here are based • 2504 Reed Grass Way, on the weekly printout from the $284,908 Aspen View Homes • 6837 Sandyford Ln. $281,051 Regional Building Department.

Aspen View Homes Not all permit data are shown.

Prices include labor and materials • 7547 Forest Valley Loop, and do not reflect lot price, utility $333,725 Aspen View Homes tap fees or other expenses. The • 7244 Red Cardinal Loop, $342,284 Aspen View Homes following covers Feb. 9 to Feb. • 8158 Chasewood Loop, 15, 2013. $299,863 Aspen View Homes

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES • 7738 Desert Wind Dr. $421,107 Campbell Homes Ltd. • 6053 San Mateo Dr. $266,660 Journey Homes Cs, LLC. • 6059 San Mateo Dr. $290,928 Journey Homes Cs, LLC. • 6065 San Mateo Dr. $266,660 Journey Homes Cs, LLC. • 7423 Sun Prairie Dr. $288,200 New Generation Homes, Inc • 2220 Capra Way, $476,226 Murphy’s Custom Home - Waldo New Design • 9374 Castle Oaks Dr. $277,477 Oakwood Homes, LLC. • 8164 Campground Dr. $327,329 Oakwood Homes, LLC. • 8225 Longleaf Ln. $331,656 Oakwood Homes, LLC. • 8264 Mahogany Wood Ct. $296,383 Oakwood Homes, LLC. • 6186 Harney Dr. $353,195 Richmond American Homes • 7201 Red Cardinal Loop, $270,328 Saint Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 7916 Lightwood Way, $219,348 Saint Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 7944 Lightwood Way, $360,156 Saint Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 7972 Lightwood Way, $270,328 Saint Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 3819 Papuan Dr. $223,675 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 6788 Sandyford Ln. $395,428 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 4004 Creek Legend Vw. $220,947 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 6621 Maple Stone Ln. $333,819 Richmond American Homes • 6785 Monterey Pine Loop, $352,537 Richmond American Homes • 7813 Morton Dr. $361,567 Aspen View Homes

springshouses .com • 736 Seawell Dr. $376,240 New Generation Homes, Inc • 10330 Mt Lincoln Dr. $370,220 Saint Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 5919 Thurber Dr. $482,434 Goetzmann Custom Homes Inc.

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• 8068 Chasewood Loop, $361,096 Aspen View Homes • 8138 Chasewood Loop, $342,284 Aspen View Homes • 6797 Sandyford Ln. $342,284 Aspen View Homes • 2390 Courtney Dr. $439,166 Majestic Custom Homes, Inc. • 7691 Wichita Ridge Pt. $297,230 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 7683 Wichita Ridge Pt. $298,076 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 2392 Margaux Valley Way, $371,349 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 6239 Adamants Dr. $770,257 Creekstone Development, Inc. • 10298 Mt Lincoln Dr. $370,220 Saint Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 10546 Pictured Rocks Dr. $457,884 Homeowner • 10867 Spurlock Pl. $422,518 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 3701 Reindeer Cir. $220,947 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 3788 Swainson Dr. $134,882 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 6620 Donahue Dr. $335,982 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 4010 Creek Legend Vw. $256,878 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 603 Forest View Way, $567,558 Riverwood Homes of Colorado • 151 Kirkstone Ln. $413,770 Acuff Homes, Inc. • 1558 Yellow Tail Dr. $408,409 Vanguard Homes Corp.

• 8137 Mount Huron Trl. $379,438 Keller Homes Inc • 2540 Tamora Way, $546,771 Herebic Homes, Inc. Waldo New Design • 1365 Vine Cliff Hts. $651,836 Tuscany Homes LLC. • 13478 York Creek Grv, $620,984 Tuscany Homes LLC.

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RESIDENTIAL ALTERATIONS • 5170 Pinon Valley Rd. $4,725 Homeowner, Reroof • 606 Warren Ave. $4,000 Highlands Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6853 Summer Grace St. $7,200 Pyramid Roofing Corp, Reroof • 860 S Pulpit Rock Cir. $5,500 Thomas Home Improvement, Stucco • 10755 S Holmes Rd. $45,000 Craftsman Basement Finish Co., Interior Remodel • 11358 Stanwood Ln. $4,737 N. Murphy Construction Inc., Reroof • 337 Jewel St. $6,109 N. Murphy Construction Inc., Reroof • 2804 Merry Ln. $5,777 A & I Skyline, LLC. Reroof • 465 Brandywine Dr. $9,000 Acchomeimprovement, LLC. Stucco • 7330 Sugarloaf Ter. $2,000 Revisions by Jonathan, Interior Remodel • 6125 Flintridge Dr. $14,000 Homeowner, Patio Enclosure • 6135 Ampersand Way, $6,300 All Things New Roofing, Reroof • 4980 Silver Dr. $6,756 Condor Plastering Corp., Stucco • 5585 Teakwood Ter. $12,000 All-around Roofing, Reroof • 8145 Walker Rd. $32,387 Homeowner, Basement Finish • 7485 Fortman Ave. $7,812 Barlo,inc.dba Interstate Roof., Reroof • 7320 Centennial St. $5,478 Barlo,inc.dba Interstate Roof., Reroof • 3111 Virginia Ave. $7,000 Homeowner, Detached Garage • 1805 River Dr. $4,190 Barlo,inc. dba Interstate Roof., Reroof • 15628 Old Post Dr. $1,846

Vantage Homes Corporation, Deck (100 Sq Ft) • 7441 Twin Valley Ter. $29,557 New Generation Homes, Inc, Basement Finish • 286 S Raven Mine Dr. $6,000 Homeowner, Deck (125 Sq Ft) • 12336 Snaffle Bit Rd. $2,695 Calvin Turner Roofing LLC. Reroof • 41 Lincoln Ave. $4,000 Commonwealth Construction LLC. Reroof • 3 Austin Ln. $9,000 Roof N Exteriors, LLC. Reroof • 1114 Scarlet Oak Dr. $6,600 Southern Colorado Roofing, Reroof • 20225 Bright Wing Trl. $19,354 Bailey Homes, Partial Basement Finish • 1010 Cree Dr. $4,360 Peak View Roofing, Reroof • 3918 Languid Ln. $6,000 Southern Colorado Roofing, Reroof • 10860 Ora St. $15,300 Five Elephants Decking, Deck • 3810 Teakwood Pl. $10,400 Lianro Metal Roofs, Inc., Reroof • 2305 Damon Dr. $7,200 Thomas Home Improvement, Deck • 5228 Cracker Barrel Cir. $7,954 D.w. Construction, Inc., Deck Replacement • 7320 Flathead Lake Dr. $5,000 Fixins Home Services, Reroof • 2511 Granada Dr. $5,000 Gestes Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 3312 Santa Rosa St. $4,005 Pyramid Roofing Corp, Reroof • 6590 Goldfield Dr. $4,000 Ace Construction & Exteriors, Reroof • 18145 Bakers Farm Rd. $16,500 Crossing Jordan Dev. Inc, Gar. Conversion • 2040 Nielsen Ct. $4,000 Deckworks Inc., Stucco • 14630 Blue Wings Way, $500 Homeowner, Basement Remodel • 4552 Anvil Dr. $5,132 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc, Reroof • 834 Kiowa St. $4,420 Homeowner, Garage Conversion • 1222 Denise Dr. $4,500 R. T. Stucco, Stucco • 4443 Excursion Dr. $5,000 E & H Commercial Contracting, Reroof

• 139 Merrimac St. $26,578 Holladay Brothers Construction, Inc, Basement Finish • 7925 Needlegrass Ln. $5,198 Peak Basement Systems, Foundation Repair • 3764 Chia Dr. $39,550 Challenger Homes, Inc., Basement Finish • 1218 Kingsley Dr. $2,000 Homeowner, Wood Stove • 105 Linden Dr. $3,500 Jkd Enterprises, Inc. Dba Ascent Roofing, Reroof • 3603 Mesa Grande Dr. $6,800 Jr Roof Maintenance, Reroof • 7578 Sun Prairie Dr. $350 Accessible Systems, Inc., Bathroom Remodel • 7578 Sun Prairie Dr. $10,000 Accessible Systems, Inc., Deck and Platform • 12950 Rusk Ln. $8,428 Homeowner, Addition • 9936 Sully Ct. $42,861 Homeowner, Basement Finish • 720 E Uintah St. $9,700 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 319 Fairfax St. $3,300 America’s Hometown Roofing, Reroof • 46 Otowi Dr. $3,300 America’s Hometown Roofing, Reroof • 9740 Old Settlers Trl. $3,191 Empire Roofing, Reroof • 1166 Hill Mesa Ct. $4,000 L & N Construction LLC. Reroof • 4930 Irving Dr. $3,000 L & N Construction LLC. Reroof • 2504 Robin Dr. $4,140 Reliable Roofing Systems, LLC. Reroof • 3717 Manchester St. $8,568 Metro Construction, Inc., Reroof • 2569 Integrity Ct. $34,674 Challenger Homes, Inc., Bsmnt Finish • 3365 Knotwood Dr. $5,000 Homeowner, Reroof • 1531 Robidoux Cir. $5,987 Western Roofing Specialists, Reroof • 15608 Paiute Cir. $6,411 Homeowner, Partial Basement Finish • 2289 Fernwood Dr. $6,900 A.w.l. Roofing & Contracting, Reroof • 2002 Whitewood Dr. $6,000 A.w.l. Roofing & Contracting,

Reroof • 810 Bryce Dr. $5,100 A.w.l.

Roofing & Contracting, Reroof • 9488 Wolf Pack Ter. $8,600 A.w.l. Roofing & Contracting, Reroof • 677 Bridger Dr. $2,100 Sullivan Roofing, Reroof • 2126 Ontario Dr. $4,500 Aquaduct Roof & Gutters, Siding • 23905 Painted Horse Cir. $4,000 Homeowner, Reroof • 5960 Leewood Dr. $16,500 Peak Roofing Team, Inc., Reroof • 4240 Hedge Ln. $5,000 Homeowner, Reroof • 9955 Bridgeport Dr. $500 Homeowner, Loft Convert to Bedroom • 2412 W Pikes Peak Ave. $500 Homeowner, Interior Remodel/ add Bath • 916 N Union Blvd. $4,200 High Point Roofing, Reroof • 3640 Camels Ridge Ln. $12,000 High Point Homes Inc, Interior Remodel • 6980 Crazy Horse Cir. $13,000 Total Roofing, Reroof • 2504 Shalimar Dr. $21,746 Empire Roofing, Reroof • 3908 S Ruskin Pl. $4,400 1st Priority Roofing, LLC. Reroof • 755 Engleby Dr. $6,300 Total Roofing, Reroof • 7659 Bullet Rd. $12,000 Independent Constr. & Repairs, Det. Garage • 5911 Mapleton Dr. $5,000 Drury Brothers Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2313 Bennett Ave. $6,000 Drury Brothers Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 4375 N Wordsworth Cir. $6,000 Homeowner, Stucco • 3161 Poughkeepsie Dr. $9,516 E & H Commercial Contracting, Reroof • 5490 Sample Way, $18,000 Stewart Construction, Co, Deck and Cover • 950 S War Eagle Dr. $10,000 Stewart Construction, Co, Basement Finish • 3014 Escapardo Cir. $5,000 Homeowner, Addition • 17850 Sawmill Rd. $15,000 Homeowner, Attached Storage Shed • 6265 Altman Dr. $9,750 Jr Roof CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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Maintenance, Reroof • 157 Judson St. $5,000 Ace Construction & Exteriors, Reroof • 8509 Dassel Dr. $3,750 Park Vista Builders, LLC. Reroof • 1919 Monterey Rd. $3,400 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 1612 E Yampa St. $9,110 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 5472 Butterfield Dr. $21,000 J.g. Construction, Basement Finish • 6894 Alliance Loop, $30,912 Saint Aubyn Homes, LLC. Basement Finish • 15790 Kingswood Dr. $20,000 Sunset Ridge Dream Homes, Deck • 824 Eagle Bend Dr. $9,783 E & H Commercial Contracting, Reroof • 3350 Poughkeepsie Dr. $8,450 Triton Roofing, Reroof • 830 Lyra Dr. $22,500 Scottish Home Improvements, Siding • 1035 Modell Dr. $6,620 Environmental Pro Services, LLC. Reroof • 2539 Pony Tracks Dr. $6,000 Veterans Construction Inc, Reroof • 4188 Ascendant Dr. $6,000 Veterans Construction Inc, Reroof • 1972 Timberline Dr. $200 Homeowner, Door to Garage.

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Passion for Excellence 719-229-9777 • 719-785-4110 Pinecliff in D-20

Villas at Bear Creek

Becky & Jack Gloriod Passion for Excellence

TOWNHOME WITH PRIVACY & CITY VIEWS • 888 SQ FT, 2BDS, 1BA, 1-carporT

Delightful unit located on a bluff overlooking a nature preserve. Great open floor plan w/high ceilings & natural light. Main lvl master. All appliances to include washer & dryer. Community offers clubhouse w/pool, hot tub & gym.

MLS 723793 $131,000

3RD FLOOR CONDO WITH UNOBSTRUCTED MOUNTAIN VIEWS • 1,381 SQ FT, 3BDS, 2BAS, 1-car

Top 3rd floor unit with breathtaking views. Spacious great room with corner fireplace & walkout to covered deck. Kitchen with slab granite counters and all appliances. Master suite has private bath with slab granite counters and walk-in closet. Washer & dryer included.

MLS 771932 $179,000 Pinecliff in D-20

Broadmoor Bluffs

GREAT SPACE AND VALUE IN D-12 • 5,040 SQ FT, 6BDS, 4BAS, LoFT, 3-car

Perched on a hill with views & privacy. Remodeled main level. Kitchen with alder cabinets and tiled floors. Main level master with tiled bath and walkout. Extensive wood flooring.

A/C. Premier outdoor living featuring covered deck, hot tub, fire pit and gushing water fall.

MLS 752386 $389,000

Updated w/new paint, carpet & roof. Main level guest bedroom. FR w/2-story ceiling. Kitchen w/slab granite counters & sunny nook. Rec room w/tiled floors & wet bar.

A/C. Wood floors. Private lot w/large deck.

MLS 778925 $460,000

Pine Terrace

Top of Skyway

TREE HOUSE LIVING • 4,173 SQ FT, 5BDS, 4BAS, 2-car

UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS • 5,915 SQ FT, 5BDS, 4BAS, 3-car

REMODELED TOWNHOME WITH BEAUTIFUL CAREFREE LIVING • 3,648 SQ FT, 4BDS, 5BAS, 2-car

Stunning great room with soaring peaked ceiling, fireplace and hardwood floors. New kitchen with cherry cabinetry, slab granite, gas range and stainless appliances. New paint and carpet. New baths. Huge deck and patio. 2 dry bars. Fabulous master. Front courtyard with water feature.

MLS 747269 $535,000 Spires Broadmooor

Updated. New gourmet kitchen w/slab granite counters, FP & gas range. Great room w/ vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, wet bar & FP. Master w/FP, private deck & 5-piece bath.

Finished basement w/walkout & 9’ ceilings MLS 794666 $675,000

Colorado ambiance with stone accents, butternut woodwork, hardwood floors and expansive windows. Gourmet kitchen opens to great room. Totally private setting + a yard for kids. Three huge patios that connect with firepit, hot tub & Turbo grill. A dream come true!

MLS 734621 $799,000

Rare setting on Country Club of Colorado’s golf course. Shows like a dream. New kitchen in 2010.

Hrdwd floors on main level. Upper master suite w/Carrera marble bath & sitting room. Sunroom.

Lower level rec room w/wet bar & media area MLS 727726 $850,000

Westcliffe, Colorado

Turkey Canon Ranch

Cell: 719-229-9777 Office: 719-785-4110 Toll-free: 877-576-6767 Becky@Gloriod.com www.BeckyGloriod.com

35 ACRES WITH FOREVER VIEWS • 6,430 SQ FT, 4BDS, 4BAS, 3-car

35 MAJESTIC ACRES IN GATED COMMUNITY • 3,719 SQ FT, 3BDS, 3BAS, 3-car

Enjoy forever views of the Sangre de Christo mountains. Meticulously detailed home with 2767 square feet on the main plus 952 on upper. Stunning great room with limestone fireplace and soaring 24’ wood ceiling. Covered 46’ X 17’ back patio. Special details include hand-made pine doors, wide-plank hardwood floors with radiant heat, travertine bathrooms, hand-made cabinetry and four fireplaces.

MLS 760540 $1,122,000 Stratton Pines

Majestic home designed to capture the 360 degree views. 3750 square feet of deck & patio. Open floor plan w/great room. Volume peaked & barrel ceilings. Tiled & walnut floors. Gourmet Kitchen.

Office. 2 Wet bars. Media room. Wine closet.

MLS 794636 $1,495,000

660 Southpointe Court Suite 200 Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Turkey Canon Ranch

FIVE 35-ACRE LOTS W/OUTSTANDING VIEWS

ENGLISH MANOR ON 1.58 ACRES • 6,694 SQ FT, 4BDS, 4BAS, oFFice, 3-car

Nichols & Comito custom home with wide plank Heart Pine floors, 7 fireplaces, beamed ceilings & rock accent walls. Gourmet kitchen with Wolf stove, nook & hearth room. Premier outdoor living with waterfall & gas fire pit. Private treed setting with views.

MLS 755151 $1,500,000 Canyons at Broadmoor

If you’re considering buying or selling a home in and around Colorado Springs, put Becky & Jack’s Passion for Excellence on your side. Call them today to schedule a private consultation to discuss your goals.

Broadmoor

ON THE GOLF COURSE! • 5,897 SQ FT, 5BDS, 5BAS, 3-car

COME BE IMPRESSED • 6,358 SQ FT, 5BDS, 6BAS, 3-car

When you strive for the best in everything you do, good things happen naturally. That’s the core philosophy that has made Becky & Jack Gloriod the best choice in Colorado Springs real estate since 1990. Beyond their years of experience, in-depth market knowledge and leading-edge marketing techniques is a Passion for Excellence that demands they don’t give up until they’ve achieved your real estate goals.

Broadmoor Glen

Outstanding 365 degree views and paved roads.

Gated community only 10 miles south of Colorado Springs.

Providing an excellent opportunity to build within a forest.

Priced $125,000-$170,000 Pinecliff

.55 ACRE LOT BACKING TO OPEN SPACE

.46 ACRE VIEW LOT WITH GREAT SOILS

Great flat lot in custom area w/million-dollar Tuscan homes. Private setting backing to open space. Mountain views. Walk to Pinon Elementary & the community park w/ tennis court & swimming pool. Great family neighborhoods in D-12. Priced for quick sell.

MLS 608792 $159,900

This deisrable neighorhood is the perfect place to build your dream home. Half acre lot with unmobstructed views of the city and mountains. Located in School District 20 in the Pinecliff area. A rare opportunity to own a premier view lot that’s close to town.

MLS 730979 $225,000

.40 ACRES WITH MOUNTAIN & CITY VIEWS

Great lot with an easy building site that accommodates a walkout lower level. The lot has a bit of a hill from which you’ll look out over the city. Plus the back of the home will have mountain views.

MLS 677688 $164,900

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