Warner Robins, Macon, Perry, GA HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 20, Issue 4
Abigail’s Landing AT THE TIFFANY!
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121 Abercorn | 4 Bdrm | 4 Bath | Approx 3353 Sq Ft | $384,900 Superbly well maintained home. This home has only had one occupant so everything is in like new condition. High End everything including light fixtures, faucets flooring and extraordinarily detailed trim. This home was custom built by Custom Homes By Jeff which is considered to be one of Houston County’s most detailed home building companies. This home is also super energy efficient and an absolute must see before you make your final decision to buy. MLS:170968
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MOVE IN READY!!! End Condo Unit, recently renovated and waiting for you. 2 bedroom 1 bath, covered patio, new appliances, pool and tennis courts. Stop paying rent, see it and you’ll love it. MLS:170832 TEXT R244593 TO 52187
$119,900
COTTAGE CUTE in beautiful Eagle Springs!!!! Move In Ready, 3 bed 2 bath in a swim/ tennis/playground/clubhouse community. Price to sell so don’t wait for tomorrow or someone else will get your new home. MLS:171175
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$134,900
PERFECT!!!!! Move-In-Ready. This 3 bed 2 bath home is only missing you!!! Master on Main, great neighbors, mature neighborhood, and close to golf course. Come and enjoy a perfect home. MLS:8052646
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CHARM AND STYLE! Nestled on a well maintained & mature lot, your new home embraces you as soon as you walk in. Hardwood flrs, 4 side brick, fantastic deck, and finished basement are just a few characteristics that will satisfy your needs. $109,900 MLS:8054101
SOLD - SAVED $4,000 BEAUTIFUL ONE OWNER HOME. 3BR/2BA down & 1BR/1BA up. Split flr plan, hrdwd & tile flrs on main level except in minor bdrms & tile in all wet area, 3 HVAC units. 2 car detached shop w/ roll up door, 220 elect, water & fully flrd attic space, gas fp inside home, & on the back porch, sep off & frml DR, granite cntr tops, tile shower & jetted tub in mstr. MLS:8065345
SOLD - SAVED $5,400
RUN, RUN, RUN!!! Over 3/4 ac cul-de-sac lot. Front porch, 3 BD, 2 BA, plus a bonus rm. Hrdwd flrg & gas log frplc in the grt rm. Kitchen adjoins a spacious frml dng rm, open to the family rm. Mstr ste has new carpet flrs, tray clng, dble vnty, sep shower & walk-in clst. Huge yd + cvrd back scrnd porch w/power. $184,900 MLS:8102181
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$219,900
SIZE MATTERS!!! Are you ready to move in and start living then this home is for you. New carpet and paint, all appliances stay, large privacy fenced in yard, are just a few worries you will not have to worry about. Come see and enjoy!!! MLS:161585
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LOOKING TO GET AWAY? Welcome to piece and quiet located on your own personal get away. 4 bdrms, 2 bths, stainless steal appliances, close to the lake + 5 ac of land you can deer hunt off your back porch. $109,900 MLS:8066140
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MY, MY, MY, What a Perfect Home! This home is soooo good and will go sooo fast. Great location, great schools, great neighbors, and close to everything. Do not wait for tomorrow come see it today. $149,900
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$284,900
LARGE HOME w/ lots of space. Owners just installed new granite cntr tops, all new appliances incl a frig., new 1/2 bath vanity & flrg in hall bath, new paint throughout, new flrg in upper bath, new mirrors, freshly pressure washed...Ready to move into. HVAC is only 2 yrs old. MLS160694
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CALLING ALL HANDYMEN! If you have the talent, and are willing to put some sweat equity into it, then I have a house for you. All brick, tons of extra storage, two lots included with home. MLS:134194
SOLD - SAVED $2,000
CAR, PLANE, BUS, OR TRAIN, whatever it takes to get here, GET HERE!!!! This home is so perfect, it redefines perfect. Corner lot, central vac, POOL!!!, deck, immaculate interior, new doors and windows are just a few things you’ll fine with this home. If you wait till tomorrow to see it, it will be to late. GET UP AND GET HERE!!!! $119,900 MLS:8104419
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$219,900 412 Deven Court 4 Bdrm / 3 BA, 2,739± Sq Ft., Penny Hilton 478-808-6795 Text R177000 to 52187
$185,900 108 S Hiley Court 3 Bdrm / 2 BA, 2,044 ± Sq Ft. Courtney Spiers (478) 365-9944 Text R178600 to 52187
$69,900 118 Anne Drive 3 Bdrm / 1 BA, 1295± Sq Ft., Kevin Greer 478-808-2271 Text R189997 to 52187
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104 Southwick Drive 4 Bdrm / 2 BA, 2305± Sq Ft., Heidi Jeziorski 478-319-3483 Text R235577 to 52187
$184,900
107 S Hiley Court 3 Bdrm / 2 BA, 2,206± Sq Ft., Courtney Spiers 478-365-9944 Text R122717 to 52187
$169,000
106 Haven Crest Circle 3 Bdrm / 2 BA, 2015± Sq Ft., Inger Burnam 478-256-1193 Text R220447 to 52187
$46,000
702 Westwood Drive 3 Bdrm / 2 BA, 2,194± Sq Ft., Kevin Greer 478-808-2271 Text P514510 to 52187
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2866 Allen Road 2 Bdrm / 1 BA, 1,268± Sq Ft. Courtney Spiers (478) 365-9944 Text R211534 to 52187
437 Michelle Drive 3 Bdrm / 2 BA, 1208± Sq Ft, Scot Brassfield 478-335-4523 Text R242330 to 52187
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CHRISTY KNIGHT Associate Broker
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Randle Home Builders Welcomes You To Abigail’s Landing At The Tiffany! Custom Brick Homes 2,200 Sq. Ft. Min., Sidewalk Community Conveniently Located Off Feagin Mill Rd Minutes From Shopping, Dining And Robins Air Force Base Desirable Schools: Lake Joy Elementary. Feagin Mill Middle. Houston County High Pick Your Lot Now. Build To Suit
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100 Angelina Grace Drive, Warner Robins 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Baths, approx 2317 sq ft, MLS: 170873, $266,500.00.
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306 Emily Maygan Drive, Warner Robins 4 Bedrooms / 2.5 Half Baths, approx 2409 sq ft, MLS: 170874, $277,100.00.
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103 Angelina Grace Drive, Warner Robins 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full Baths, approx 2444 sq ft, MLS: 170875, $281,100.00.
101 Angelina Grace Drive, Warner Robins 4 Bedrooms / 3.5 Baths, approx 2522 sq ft, MLS: 170876, $290,100.00.
Kensington Phase 3
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401 Norfolk - $244,700
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PERFECT FOR THE FAMILY! Custom All Brick 4 BR, 2.5 BA. Cul-de-sac W/Crtyd Entry In Phase 3 Of Kensington! Two Story Open Plan, Kit W/ Brkfst Bar & Pantry, Tile Backsplash, MBR W/His & Hers Closets, MBA W/Tile Shower, Jetted Tub & His & Her Vanities, Coffered Ceiling In GR, Ventless Gas FP, Cstm Cbnts & Granite, Engineered Hrdwd In Common Areas, Tile In Wet Areas & Carpet In BR, Designer Ceilings & Trim, Cvrd Patio, Sod, Sprnklr & Prvcy Fnc. MLS:133129
4BR, 3BA CSTM ALL BRICK. Phase 3 Of Kensington! Inviting Open Flrpln, Lrg Kit W/Brkfst Bar & Island, Walk-In Pantry, GR W/ Coffered Ceiling & Ventless Gas FP, Oversized Lndry Rm, MBA W/DBL Vanity, Tile Shower & Jetted Tub, Cstm Cabinets & Granite Thrght, Tile Bcksplsh, Cstm Trim, Designer Ceilings, Enginrd Hrdwd In Grt Rm, Kit & Dng, Tile In Wet Areas, Carpet In BR, Cvrd Patio, Sod, Sprnklr & Prvcy Fnc. MLS:170472
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IMMACULATE 1.5 STORY HOME w/ inground pool on .50 acres! All brick 4 bdrm, 3 ba, sunroom, scrnd in porch, finished bonus rm/apt w/ full bath access from garage. Incls wired wrkshp & RV shelter. New pool liner less than 1 yr old. Double side gate w/ paved concrete to bckyd. Very spacious. Living rm has elect frplc. All kitchen appls incl. Zoned Veterans High School. MLS:170974
SPACIOUS CUSTOM HOME w/ a cozy cvrd back porch ovrlkg the in ground pool! Beautiful hrdwds throughout the downstairs lvg space, lrg rms & closets, a 3 car oversized garage w/ newly sealed flr, huge game rm/ media rm & an office. Relocation buyer incent expg soon! Option for lender approved incent such as closing costs, mrtg points, & dec allow. MLS:134742
AMAZING HOME! Walkout finished bsmnt w/ cvrd patio, family rm/den, bdrm, bonus rm/exer rm, & full bath. Main level has sitting rm & LVG Rm, frml DR, cstm kit, walk-in pantry, granite cntr tops, 1/2 bath, & br. 4 br upstairs incl mstr br. Extra crown molding & trim thrghout. Beautiful deck. MLS:128343
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EXTRAORDINARY CSTM HOME on .42 acres in Windsor Heights! 18x36 ingrnd saltwater pool, XL prvcy fncd bckyd, built in outdr bar area by pool & cvrd patio w/ ceiling fans. 3 car garage, 2 tankless water heaters, hndscrpd hrdwd flrs in mstr, tile kit, cstm kit cbntry w/ granite cntrtps, beautiful trey ceiling w/ cstm lghtg, gas frplc in Lvg Rm opens to kit, & lrg walk-in pantry. Bonus rm w/ bdrm. MLS:161081
CUSTOM ALL BRICK HOME 4BR/3BA in Governors Estates Subd. on .47 acres w/ inground pool! Immaculate condition! Two Lvg rms w/ dble sided frplc, frml dng, & XL kit w/ eat-in DR w/ granite cntrtps. Scrnd porch/deck off the kit. Mstr Bdrm very spacious w/ his/hers cstm closets, jetted tub & sep walk in shower. Prvcy fncd bckyd w/ 16x32 saltwater pool. MLS:16052
BEAUTIFUL SINGLE STORY HOME in Somerset Subdivision in Kathleen, GA. Newly completed bdrm/bonus rm from garage conversion. Lots of upgraded molding. Sep lvg rm w/ frplc, den, frml DR & split flr plan. Kit is very spacious w/ bar & eat-in area. Approx .42 acre lot w/ prvcy fncd bckyd, lg deck & sprinkler system. All kitchen appls incl. Appraiser measured 2420 sq ft in last 30 days. MLS:161515
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303 Haywood Dr., Kathleen. Sold ‘’As-Is’’. 4 BR, 3 BA, plus bonus or 5th bdrm home located in the Huntington Grove Subdivision w/ community pool. Privacy fenced lot. Formal Dining & Breakfast area. Living w/frplc. Lrg Mstr Bdrm w/sitting area w/ fireplace. Case # 105-590251 MLS:170960 Text R229878 to 52187
$190,000
806 Abbeville Hwy, Hawkinsville Sold “As-Is”. 4 BR/3 BA, approx. 3432 sqft home on 5.21 acre. Features, Living, Dining, Den and two enclosed porches. In ground pool, outbuilding, workshop and shed. Pond and creek and 1728 sqft mobile home built in 1999 included on property. Case # 105-827132 Text R244635 to 52187
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99 Anderson Ct., Bonaire. All Brick, 5 BR/3.5 BA home on over 1/2 acre prvcy fncd corner/cul-da-sac lot w/280 sqft wrkshp, frnt & back cvrd porches. Open flrpln features off/5th BR, kitc w/tiled brkfst bar & area, oversized ss fridge & SS appls, Hrdwd in Frml DR w/judges panel, Den, Lvg Rm, Lrg Mstr BR. Lrg Mstr BA w/dual vanities, his/her closets, stunning walk-in tile shower w/ dual heads. Upgraded Lighting. New Paint, Carpet & Hardwd. Veterans HS district. Mins from RAFB. MLS:132446 Text P992820 to 52187
$152,000
304 Haywood Dr., Kathleen. Sold “As-Is”. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, home located in the Huntington Grove Subdivision with community pool. Privacy fenced lot. Formal Dining and Breakfast area. Living w/fireplace. Large Master Bedroom w/sitting area. Case # 105-598567 Text R205458 to 52187
$132,300
202 Timber Ridge Blvd, Byron. Sold “As-Is”. All brick, 3 BR/2.5 BA home w/frml dining, breakfast area & high vaulted ceiling in living w/fireplace. Tile backsplash in Kitchen & Master Tub. Trey ceiling in master BR & formal dining. Hardwood & tile flrg throughout. Case # 105-665051. MLS:161122 Text R131354 to 52187
$153,000
207 Cumberland Dr., Byron. Sold “As-Is”. 4 BR, 2.5 BA, 2651 sqft home with Living, formal dining, breakfast area and den with fireplace. Master Bedroom has trey ceiling and large sitting room. Case # 105-397193 MLS:170161 Text R175737 to 52187
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Design a Stylish yet Functional Kitchen Island in 4 Steps By Talaia Whisenant
Modern kitchen islands are exceptionally versatile and useful additions to your home! They are also incredibly popular and top the kitchen renovation list for most homeowners. Yet, designing the perfect kitchen island takes both careful planning and proper execution. While this addition can transform your kitchen into an absolute dream, a poorly constructed kitchen island can create a whole new set of problems. Whether you are remodeling your kitchen or looking to add a brand new kitchen island, these design tips should steer you in the direction towards form and function!
Divine Proportions?
While you figure out which appliances and features are right for your kitchen island, it is also important that you work within the existing space constraints. Many tend to believe that lavishly large kitchens are blessed because of the available space they offer.
While that is often true, huge kitchens also create some unique design challenges. Your island must always be proportional to the size of your kitchen. If it is too big, then you will inevitably feel closed in, and a diminutive island is both ungainly and a waste of precious space.
The Right Aisle Space
Demarcate the space in your kitchen that you wish to utilize for the island and check out how close it is to your counters. Most homeowners tend to forget about leaving enough aisle space, as they are too focused on the kitchen island itself. If you have a small kitchen, then experts suggest that a minimum of 36 inches is an absolute must, while 42 inches between the counters would be ideal. Having too much space between the counter and the island is not ideal either, as you would be wasting too much time and effort scurrying between the two!
Innovative Shapes & Designs
Remember all those times when you were told to think outside of the box in order to
find a solution to your design conundrum? This is another one of these moments. The image of a square kitchen island is so popular that many of us automatically gravitate toward this textbook idea. However, there are plenty of other designs and styles available, such as an L-shaped or T-shaped addition, a lovely circular installation, or a cool elliptical island inspired by the surfboard; the possibilities are simply endless! Let your kitchen dictate the shape and size of the island and do not fall prey to the stereotypical conventions.
Storage and Cabinets
Storage units and smart cabinets are an essential part of the modern kitchen island. They allow you to tuck away the mess, organize your kitchen in a better fashion, and make sure that everything you need is handy. If you desire a well-organized space, there are quite a few alluring options, and once again, the choice of shelving units and cabinets should be determined by the specific needs of your kitchen. Small kitchens with limited shelving will benefit from extra-deep drawers and large fold-away inserts that will provide you with ample storage.
By Chris Hillman
When looking for ways to add value to their homes, most homeowners reach for the tried and true methods of a kitchen remodel, bathroom fixture upgrades, or a finished basement. Today, there are plenty of newer, more innovative, and less costly ways to give your home value a nudge in the right direction.
1. Go Green Homebuyers are increasingly concerned with energy efficiency for both financial and environmental reasons. The energy efficiency of your home is not only a money-saving investment, but also a world-saving decision. Replacing aging appliances, renewing insulation and seals, and installing new windows are all energy efficient home improvements that can improve your quality of life while providing an excellent return on investment. Solar panels, for example, are a forward-thinking way to entice buyers or increase your appraisal value. Ask your utility provider about any solar incentives they may offer. If your solar panels produce more energy than your household uses, many utilities will pay you for the surplus.
it. Other worthwhile smart appliances to consider are smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, refrigerators, and smart home hubs. A hub can connect and control several smart appliances at once. The future is here, and the Jetsons would love it.
3. Be Secure A frequently overlooked but extremely important feature of any home is its security. Even if crime is not a concern in your neighborhood, quality security improvements still protect and enhance your home’s value. In addition to thermostats and refrigerators, smart security cameras and locks are popular in today’s market and constantly dropping in price. With smart locks, gone are the days when you have to turn the car around if you forget to lock the door. A swipe of your finger from anywhere in the world can do that task. Smarts don’t always outperform brute strength, however. High quality steel doors are still the standard to transform your house into a fortress, and they offer an excellent, reliable return on your investment.
4. See the Light
2. Get Smart The newest and techiest lifestyle improvement you can make to your home is to invest in smart appliances. These appliances are connected to a network, allowing you to not only make fine, programmable adjustments, but also to do it from absolutely anywhere, using your smartphone, tablet, or computer. A smart thermostat can be programmed to automatically adjust throughout the day, providing energy usage data and “learning” more efficient settings the more you use
Homebuyers tend to make their gut decisions within ten seconds of walking into a house. If you want yours to sell for what it’s worth, show your buyers the light. If your home’s natural light is limited, installing recessed lighting, sconces, and dimmer switches is not nearly as difficult or expensive as you may think. Create lighting “zones” in large rooms by combining light from different directional sources. Study the light in your house at all times of day and make note of where the lighting can be improved. Tapping into existing circuitry to install wall-mounted lighting requires some basic research, but it is not a significant challenge for a prepared and motivated homeowner.
5. Greater Outdoors Curb appeal factors highly into homebuyers’ decision making process. If your house is
cute, tidy, and shipshape, turn your attention to your property’s flora. It doesn’t take much to increase the “wow factor” of your yard. Trim and shape your existing trees and hedges. Edge and mulch pathways between trees. Consider planting high-impact flowers or trees. Think ahead: trees such as maple, oak, and fig will grow more valuable as they grow bigger. Shade trees not only add beauty and value to your property, but have a positive impact on your home’s energy consumption, too. And we know you’ve been thinking about lighting, so consider some landscape lighting too. It makes your home more beautiful, valuable, and secure.
6. Suck it Up An unconventional but handy home improvement project is to install a central vacuum system. File this one under H for “How did I ever live without it?” While a central vacuum is certainly a luxury, it also outperforms the power of even the best portable vacuums without costing significantly more as an initial investment. Central vacuum systems average about $1000 installed, but provide a life-changing convenience for homeowners and an impressive feature for buyers.
7. Closets Make the Home The lowly closet gets overlooked a lot: crammed with unwanted goods and shut off from the world. The more spacious your closets, the better, but small closets can benefit from organization solutions too. Look for wasted space and begin planning storage solutions there. Use modular shelving, lighting, and mirrors to turn your boring closet into a DIY storage masterpiece.
Sources: https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ideas/brokers-tell-all-10-waysto-boost-house-value http://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/clean-and-organize/20-ways-to-add-value-to-your-home-pictures http://www.upnest.com/1/post/7-smart-home-technology-upgrades-that-increase-the-value-of-your-home/
5 SIGNS YOU’RE READY TO
MAKE THE LEAP FROM
RENTER TO HOMEOWNER BY RACHEL CRONIN
Are you currently renting a property, but starting to wonder if the grass truly is greener on the other side? If you are on the fence about owning a property, here are five signs that you are ready to make the big leap: 1. YOU HAVE BECOME AWARE OF RENTING DISADVANTAGES The first and most common sign of knowing that you are ready to own a home is that you are simply sick of renting one. While renting a property certainly has positive aspects, other aspects of renting are slightly more burdensome. Perhaps you have a creative home improvement idea that is condemned by your landlord or renter agreement contract. Maybe those monthly rent payments are beginning to feel as divesting as inserting your hard-earned funds directly into a paper shredder. For those of you that own pets, you are probably all too familiar with the additional rent or nonrefundable deposits for your furry friend. Regardless of what your personal situation is, sometimes enough is enough.
2. HOMEOWNERSHIP BECOMES MORE AFFORDABLE You have done your research and have discovered that owning a home may be more affordable than renting one. Often times, monthly rent payments can be more costly than mortgage payments. While there are certainly situations in which mortgage payments are more expensive than rent, rental prices typically increase over time (especially if that area is gentrifying), and can ultimately be more expensive than a fixed mortgage price. Owning a property can also be more affordable than renting when housing market has declined, providing an opportunity to invest in a property.
3. YOU HAVE ALL-AROUND STABILITY You have maintained positive credit history to secure an affordable home loan with a low interest rate. You are also aware that owning a home is not as simple as making a single payment, but rather multiple payments for multiple necessities (such as the property’s down payment, mortgage, homeowners insurance, property taxes, and emergency funds). After reviewing your budget, you are certain that you are able to cover these necessities in addition to any recurring bills
that you currently manage. Equally as important as your financial stability is the assurance of your career stability: you should also be confident that you are in a position to support your financial needs in the years to come.
4. YOU ARE SET ON YOUR LOCATION Often times, people choose to rent instead of buy because they’ll have the option of mobility for their career or personal preference. If you are content with your location and know that it could cater to your needs for the next five to ten years, it may be your time to buy a home.
5. YOU ARE READY FOR AN INVESTMENT
You know that owning a home means that you will continuously be investing in it. Whether this is an investment of time during repainting a living room or the financial investment of a surprise emergency repair, you are ready to be in this for the long haul. You are excited about DIY home additions that will not only teach you a new task, but also add value to your home. If you are emotionally and financially ready to take on this responsibility, this could also be a sign that you are ready for your own home!
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BEAUTIFUL HOME in an active 55+ Community in Perry, GA. 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, office, kitchen & lvng area. Lrg front Porch. Mstr bath has a tiled walk in shower & custom cabinets. Kitchen has cstm cabinets w/ pull out drawers, corrian counter tops. Garage has screen & tiles on the flr. Swing & Rockers on the front porch stay. MLS:161374 Text R149124 to 52187
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GREAT STARTER HOME! Approx 1636 sq. ft. 3 BR, 2 BA, DR & office. Inground swimming pool w/cvrd pool deck. Detached 2 car garage, utility bldg all on approx 1.33 acres. MLS:127451 Text P813119 to 85377
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6 Acres Commercial. Corner of Dunbar and Carl Vinson.
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AMAZINGLY UNIQUE commercial property right off I-75. 3600± SQ. FT warehouse where half is office/warehouse & half are super cool living quarters! Live where you work, a true home business! Can easily & affordably be converted back to all warehouse. Option to use one half & rent out the other. Very versatile & unique property! MLS:170465 Text R198034 to 52187
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$1,400 Month - 4 Commercial Suites
$175,000 Gorgeous piece of land to build your dream home on. Water front property in an outstanding, gated neighborhood. MLS:160687 Text R103145 to 52187
Four Commercial Rental Office Suites Available Warner Robins-GA. Pick Your Suite! C-100, C-200, F-200, H-200. $1400 Month. Call Shawn Meck for the details. Text R220451 to 52187
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Hunting land with lodge: 119.052± acres (16.9± acres in Houston County, 102.152± acres in Dooly County), hunting lodge (3 bdrms, 1.5 baths). 27.7± acres in CPR program (income of $1,900 per year). (approx 1500± ft of road frontage) on County Line Road. $3,200 per acre. MLS:133955 Text P1036232 to 52187
Great hunting tract & home site. 14 acres w/ paved road access & 115 of mixed timbers. Big creek runs on the back of the property. Land is in timber conservation program. Big deer, turkey, hogs & ducks. Listing agent related to seller. $268,000 MLS:120246 Text P223438 to 52187
Income producing building. Long term Tenant (Day Care Facility) is occupying building @ $1400 per month. MLS:113928 Text P769979 to 52187
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This property has endless possibilities! It sits on a generous .97± acre lot and has tons of parking spaces. Office space and 5 bay garage is already established. Fenced for extra security. MLS:170843 Text R233432 to 52187
Wonderful tract w/ rolling hills & tall mature Pines. Property is fenced, gated & is covenant protected. Creek runs through property. *Lot 30, 3.9± acres & Lot 31, 10.8± acres are being sold together equaling 14.7± acres. MLS:170913 Text R233433 to 52187
Great home with a Bonus Room in an established quiet neighborhood and just a one minute walk to Walker’s Pond. MLS:170956 Text R233434 to 52187
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HUNTING LAND WITH HOUSE: 119.052 acres, home has 3BR/1.5B A, kitchen, dining rm, two wells, one outbuilding ,and screened porch. Big creek runs through the property. Two ponds. MLS:133963 Text P788875 to 52187
AMAZING HOME perfectly nestled on 27 acres. 4 bedrooms + 2 addtl rooms in the basement that could be used as bdrms. Custom built home and has too much character to explain. MLS:160798 Text R112044 to 52187
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GORGEOUS ALL BRICK home located on a corner lot nestled just off the golf course of Cherokee Pines. This wonderful home features granite, custom floors, 4 good-sized bdrms w/ the mstr on the main level. Lrg detached utility bldgs stays w/ the home. MLS:161476
COZY BRICK HOME situated on almost 9 acres of land. Great location for hunting! MLS:171106 Text R238683 to 52187
GREAT HOME ON A QUIET STREET overlooking an open pasture. Located in a great school zone. MLS:160448 Text R81392 to 52187
BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME situated on 2.5 acres. Home site right across from a 55 acre lake. Wonderful open floor plan! MLS:161153 Text R134051 to 52187
PERFECT for first time home buyer or investor. Cozy home on a spacious lot! MLS:171099 Text R238677 to 52187
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PERFECT for first time home buyer or investor. Cozy home on a spacious lot! MLS:171098 Text R238675 to 52187
PERFECT for first time home buyer or investor. Cozy home on a spacious lot! MLS:171096 Text R238678 to 52187
GREAT 3 BEDROOM, 2 Bath home with a finished bonus room in basement. Fresh paint, light fixtures and flooring. Wonderful location on a quiet street. MLS:170925 Text R226416 to 52187
CUTE LITTLE 3 bedroom 1 bath home built in 1965. Wonderful hardwood floors, cozy fireplace, overlooking 36 acres of land. Perfect place for riding 4 wheelers, keeping livestock or hunting! Listing includes parcel #00013019A000 and #000130019000. MLS:171067 Text R236625 to 52187
BEAUTIFUL HOME nicely nestled on a wooded lot on a quiet street. Brand new roof (2017), kitchen and appliances upgraded in 2013 and freshly painted. Hardwood floors are gorgeous!!! Four bedrooms plus a huge bonus room. This is a MUST SEE! MLS:171135 Text R242331 to 52187
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Creative Curb Appeal Solutions FOR SLOPED LOTS BY ELLIOT JOHNSON
When we think of landscaping for the front of a house or a backyard, we usually think of a flat terrain to decorate with various plants, trees, shrubs and rocks. But what should you do when the terrain isn't so flat? Some out- of-the-box thinking may be required when creating curb appeal for a sloped yard. It’s important to know the area, acquire knowledge from credible sources and put your thinking cap on.
Create a retaining wall When landscaping a sloped area, it's all about choosing items that are pleasing to the eye as well as fully functional. The best way to landscape a hillside is to create a retaining wall with stairs. This can be done in many different ways and with a large choice of materials such as stone, rocks, wood, bricks, or even a rustic look by using railroad ties. Having a retaining wall will secure the dirt and sediment along with anything that may be planted on the sloping terrain. Using the wall as a stairway is pleasing to the eye, creating a beautiful walk way made brick, decorative rocks, or even grass. The stairway will also be very functional. Going up and down a hillside can be difficult and even dangerous depending on how steep it is. The stairs in the slope is the best option for landscaping this type of area.
Let the landscaping begin! After the slope is secure with a retaining wall and the stairway has been built into the terrain, the next step is to landscape with plants, trees and shrubs. It's important to choose plants that fit within the following categories: drought tolerant, textured, various heights, and color.
Drought tolerant plants Since the dirt on a sloped area can dry out very quickly, drought tolerant plants are absolutely necessary and recommended for sloped lots. The ground does not retain and hold onto water and moisture like a flat surface would. Plants that do not need a lot of water or that do not need to be watered often will be the best choice for a sloped landscape.
Textured foliage Choosing textured plants and trees will give the area depth and keep your landscape from looking monotonous. Using plants of various colors will keep your hillside looking beautiful all year long. Choose plants and trees that bloom different times a year so that you have consistent color throughout your landscaped area.
Play with different sizes Planting trees and shrubs that are varied in height and size will make your landscape flow and will create a perfect first impression. Start with putting the tallest trees at the top of the hillside, and continue with the lower ones near the bottom. Landscaping a hillside will take some creativity, but anyone can successfully do it with the right knowledge. Keep your design simple to give your area a pleasing aesthetics and function.
BY RACHEL CRONIN
There is something to be said about the quality of construction in older homes. Back in the good old days, homes were built with time, expertise, and sturdy materials to ensure safety and longevity. If you have lucked out on a home with good bones, you may choose to keep some of that structure during any remodeling plans. Choosing to reuse components of an older home can maintain that vintage flair of the home’s time period while saving money on quality building materials. Conversely, there are also times when replacing parts are more beneficial. Some dated designs should have stayed in the past and should only be preserved in your memories. In other situations, reusing parts of an old home presents health, safety, and financial hazards.
Here are a few tips that will help you decide whether parts should stay or go:
YOUR PLAN V. THE FLOOR PLAN The first step in remodeling your home is to figure out which aspects of the home are helpful to you, and what could stand to be improved. While the current kitchen cupboards may provide a homey touch, they may not provide enough space for your pantry goods. Make a list of all of the changes that you would like to make to your home and organize them by their priorities. Discuss your ideas with an architect to create a plan for a home that caters to the needs of you and your home
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY While you are creating the remodeling plan with an architect, you should keep in mind that any areas that show signs of rotting, decay, or dilapidation can jeopardize the structural integrity of the home. If you, or a home inspector notice any signs of weakness in your property’s structure, it should be made a priority in your remodeling plan. Fortunately, this particular step can render decision making much more simple regarding whether you keep or replace a part of your home. Alfred Cronin, a professional Carpenter (and my father), provided that a good rule of thumb is to start the remodeling process from the ground up. If, however, the home has a roof in ill repair, you should make the top of your home the first priority, then work your way down.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS During the home buying process, your home should have been inspected for any hazardous materials in the home, such as traces of lead, asbestos, or radon. If for whatever reason this inspection was not completed, hiring a home inspector to examine the home should be a top priority. These toxins are sneaky, and can be found in numerous parts of the home. If your home contains any old pipes, these should also be inspected for traces of lead. If your home had any discovered hidden toxins, you should hire professionals to come and remove them. Any material surrounding the area should also be replaced to ensure there are no toxins continuing to lurk in your home.
UP TO CODE If you have an older home, there is a possibility that the electric or plumbing systems are not up to the current code in your area. When you have created a plan to remodel your home, a code official from your city will check your home to make sure that your home systems have the ability to safely support any current or additional home provisions. While the pipes in your home may have been clear of lead, they may need to be replaced if they seem weak, particularly if they are made from Polybutylene, which is prone to breaking. In addition, any light fixtures or powered furniture (such as an antique lighted mirror) that you want to reuse should be inspected to confirm that they are able to function safely with your up-to-date wiring.
IS IT WORTH SAVING? On occasion, attempting to reuse parts of a home in the remodeling process can be futile, and sometimes more expensive than replacing them. If you find that you need to remodel the flooring, wood can split and tiles can chip. Moving an old window from one area to another can cost more than replacing the old windows with new ones. If certain accents of the home are important to you, get an estimate on how much it will cost to restore them before you make the decision on whether they stay or go. If you decide to replace said parts, you may be able to commemorate it by reusing the scraps to create a unique art piece for your home-depending on what the scraps are!
O T M O O R A G N I R B O T HOW M I R T L U F R O L O C G N I S U E LIF BY TALAIA WHISENANT
When picking trim, it’s important for homeowners to keep a few things in mind. The first is the overall feeling you want to give with the room. Pick a color that defines the room in terms of style. This could be the type of molding used, or just the right color that will add both character and dimension to the walls. It is also important to remember that the baseboards, door molding and window moldings are all part of the trim of the room, and this do wonders in concealing a multitude of imperfections such as gaps.
KEEP IT CONSISTENT
CHOOSING A PAINT TYPE
In order to create a unified theme through all the rooms of your home, the trim should be the same in all rooms throughout the house. Unless you are looking to bring attention to a particular area of the room, this should also be done with all of the trim in the room. However, if you want to showcase a particular part of the room, consider altering the color of the trim within that section of the room.
When choosing a type of paint, you are going to want to choose a color for doorframes and window frames that is in a semi gloss or a high gloss finish. It should be enamel rather than a flat finish. This will provide you with a reflective quality that will work well with the light and shadows within the room. In addition, it is more durable and easier to take care of on areas that are often touched.
BRIGHTEN UP BASEBOARDS
WHICH HUE WORKS BEST?
You can also paint the baseboards a color simi lar to the element you are drawing attention to, such
For most rooms’ trim, you can’t go wrong with a hue along the lines of a classic white color. White is going to lighten a strong color and help to relieve the eye visually. This works for darker hues and colors. If you are using lighter colors, white trim is going to provide a clearer look, while a bit of contrast will help create a visual effect for the room. Use a paint chip of your wall to help you find the right white for your trim.
as a mantel on a fireplace, while painting the window and door frame white. Before doing any painting job, though, it is important to make sure that the colors are going to work for you and work with the room as well. Consider purchasing a small amount of paint to bring home, and try it out on a piece of poster board. Use a fairly large piece is that you can hold it up to the wall and get a good feel for the color you love!
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ENJOY QUITE COUNTRY LIVING w/ ALL the city convenience! Located just down the street from the new Peach County Hospital! Home features 3 bdrms/2 beautifully renovated baths! 50 yr metal roof!!! Beautiful hardwood flrs! Totally renovated kit w/ new cabinets, corian counter-tops, & ss appls. Beautiful lot! MLS:170405 Text R193095 to 52187
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ITS GOING TO BE PERFECT!! Located on huge .89 acre lot!! Gourmet kitchen will feature custom cabinets, an island and stainless appliances!! Awesome front and back porches!! Beautiful open floorplan!! Should be complete by Mid March!! Allred Farms Subdivision. MLS:170494 Text R201020 to 52187
UPSCALE COUNTRY LIVING!! This full brick beauty is located on a huge .76 acre lot!! Gourmet kitchen will feature granite counter-tops, custom cabinets and all the other bells and whistles!! Hardwood and tile flooring!! Fabulous floorplan!! This home will leave nothing to be desired!!! MLS:161400 Text R151397 to 52187
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UPSCALE AND GORGEOUS!!! Peaceful country living within an upscale subdivision!! Full brick exterior with front and back porches! Beautiful kitchen features custom cabinets, an island and granite counter-tops!! Fabulous floorplan!! One of a kind- in a class of its own!! Should be complete by late November!! MLS:160581 Text R94934 to 52187
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478-953-9100
524 Houston Lake Rd. Suite E 200 Warner Robins, GA New Construction
STEVE HOLCOMB
$270,000
478-714-9300
CUL-DE-SAC HOME. 4bd/3ba w/ optnl 5th or media/bonus rm, cstm cabinets w/ 8ft island, SS Kenmore appls, granite, crown throughout w/ 7in crown in grt rm, window & dr pediments on main flr, 20’ clngs in fyr & grt rm, walk-in pntr y, mud bench at grg entr y, multi width hnd scraped hrdwd LR, foyer, kit & DR, tile in all wet areas, cstm tile shower in mstr bath, stnd tongue & grv porch ceilings, & ext ltg package! MLS:170857 TEXT R221614 TO 52187
$114,500
SERENA GREEN
VICKI YAWN
$249,900
478-955-0298
BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED HOME. 4 bdrms (one upstairs), 2 ba, + 2 half baths, stone wd burning frplc, HUGE sun rm, hrdwd flrg, kit has double ovens, SS appls (refrigerator stays), granite cntr tops, back splash, brkfst bar, eat-in kit w/ lots of cabinets, total elec, wet bar, attic fan, gutters, sec system. Mstr has HUGE tile shower & HUGE walk-in closet, a must see! Mature landscape w/ a 12’X10’ wrd wrkshp! Beautiful home! MLS:170844 Text R221611 to 52187
$95,900
478-365-3971
GREAT HOME for someone just starting out or downsizing! One owner home, well maintained, kitchen has granite countertops; stainless steel appliances; and glass top stove; tiled floors in the kitchen and baths and laminate in all other areas. Very clean home! Must see! MLS:170260 Text R213738 to 52187
AVAILABLE RENTALS
MARCIA PRICE
2006 Melrose (Kathleen) $1395 Page 24- The Real Estate Book 36401.20.4.016.indd 11
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GREAT ROOM w/ hardwood flooring & gas log fireplace; granite counter tops, stainless appliances & tile flooring in the kitchen, 4th bdrm & bath upstairs; master bath has granite counter tops, custom shower & jetted tub; yard has sprinkler system; & much more. MLS:160523 Text R213733 to 52187
$89,000
478-737-3061
ALL-BRICK HOME! Move in ready! Bright cheery kitchen, cozy, hardwd flrs, close to everything! Dining rm looks out over patio, priv back yd. Third bdrm has been set up as ‘boutique’ rm/guest rm, w/ addl shelves, lattice for display & storage. Step down from living room into carport converted to den/ family room/office. MLS:170717 Text R213743 to 52187
Zoned Commercial
STEVE HOLCOMB
478-714-9300
PE RF E C T 3 - bed room/2- bath room s ta r ter home that has original hrdwd flrg in all bdrms, hallway & grt rm! NEW ROOF installed in 2016 & NEW breaker box! Approx 1,757 sq feet allow for privacy. Fenced-in back yard. Bonus room/office. Extra dining rm or sitting rm & the refrigerator stays in the kitchen! Gutters, attic storage, along w/ carport storage! MLS:171042 Text R233436 to 52187
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124 Jeanette Drive (Cochran)$675 303 Johnson (Warner Robins) $850
CAROL COLEMAN
MIKE COCKERHAM
478-391-1215
HERE IS A CHANCE to buy your commercial property in a rapidly growing area of South Bibb County. Near the new Truck stop and across from future commercial development. Home on property is a crawl space home that could be moved by buyer. Zoned PDC MLS:170846 Text R221616 to 52187
FOR ALL OF YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS!
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REALTOR®
Cell: 478-919-1685 Office: 478-953-8595 kimreese@cbssk.com
SSK, REALTORS®
470 S. Houston Lake Rd Warner Robins, GA 31088
®
$144,900
$174,900
IMMACULATE and move in ready 3BR/2BA with split floor plan. Bright & airy kitchen & living space. Tile in laundry & bathrooms. Lots of cabinet & counter space in kitchen with stainless appliances. Privacy fence, gutters, full irrigation, storage blg., sidewalks & covered patio. MLS#171136. Text R242328 to 52187
PENDING
CUTE 4BR/3BA w/ almost 2200sf of living space. Master, 2BRs & laundry up. 1BR/1BA down. Spacious kitchen w/ island, pantry & storage closet. NEW carpet in 2015, NEW grt rm flrg in 2016. Vivant sec system, privacy fncd yrd, county taxes only & zoned for Houston County schools. Close to I-75, shopping & schools. MLS:170635 Text R207690 to 52187
$269,900
CHARMING 3BR/2.5BA + bonus rm. FRESH paint, NEW flrg, NEW microwave, NEW bthrm fixtures. Privacy fenced yard, security system, side entrance garage and so much more. Wood and vinyl flrg throughout - NO CARPET. Great location for dining/shopping. Zoned for Veterans High School. MLS:134363 Text P1037257 to 52187
ASSOCIATE BROKER
Office: (478) 333-5050 Cell: (478) 954-HOME (4663) email: kroule.kr@gmail.com Please visit my website @
www.karenroulette.com
WHY PAY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN! Adorable 3BR/2BA with tile in all wet areas. New appliances and counter tops. Privacy fenced yard, outside storage, gutters, single garage. Zoned for Veterans H.S. MLS# 170962 Text R229880 to 52187
$165,500
BASEMENT! All brick beauty with unbelievable storage & over 4500sf located in Bear Lake at Statham’s Landing. Situated on a double private lot. Kitchen boasts granite, tile, under mount lighting, eating area & pantry. Natural gas water heater & fireplace. All season living space. Lots of crown, workshop, self cleaning gutters. MLS# 160194 Text R74141 to 52187
LIKE NEW in Perry all brick 4BR/2BA split plan with formal dining. Kitchen has granite, tile floor and back splash, stainless appliances and pantry. Fenced yard with no back neighbors. Sidewalk community, no HOA, qualifies for USDA financing. MLS:171000 Text R232373 to 52187
TOP QUALITY HOMES AT A BIG BOX PRICE!
$169,900
Karen Roulette
PENDING
$174,400
FOR MORE INFO/PHOTOS
TEXT P217571 TO 52187
FOR MORE INFO/PHOTOS
$179,200
TEXT R131352 TO 52187
FOR MORE INFO/PHOTOS
TEXT R129723 TO 52187
FEATURES INCLUDE: Custom Cabinets. Granite In The Kitchen. Hardwood In The Great Rooms. Tile In All Wet Areas. Tile Backsplash. 2 Car Garages With Openers. These Are Must See Homes! Lots Also Available To Custom Build Your New Home! 100 % USDA Financing Available. Call today for more information.
Lovely New All Brick Custom Homes PRICED FROM $160,OOO & ABOVE
Lots Available to Custom Build Your Home! Call Karen Today For More Information.
3 Bed, 2 Bath Home & 4 Bed, 2 Bath Homes 4851 Russell Pkwy., Ste. 800 Warner Robins, GA
Starting 3 New Home Plans! All 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Homes. Now Is The Time That You Can Make All The Selections For Your New Home.
We have Lots to build your dream home in Governors Estates!
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1271 S Houston Lake Rd., Warner Robins GA 31088
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SPACE for ALL!! Brick, 3 bd, 2.5 bath, appr. 2,836 sf, .92 ac, WATER FRONT!! 2 bd, 2 bath, appr. 1,148 sf, built 1993, 2 car built 2000, 2 car gar., 2 unfinished rooms below, HUGE bed- gar., FP, NEW Roof, enjoy the view from the recently repaired room rooms, mature landscaping, screened porch, $190,000. deck. $79,900 MLS:170203 MLS:170313
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MOTIVATED SELLER!! CASH/FHA 203K only, selling AS-IS. 4 bd, 2 bath, 3rd unfinished bath, split level, appr. 1,670 sf., .98 ac (2 lots), brick, built 1969, also 3 addl. unfinished rooms (2 below/1main level). $44,900 MLS:170416
CONVENIENT LOCATION!! 3 bd, 2 bath, 2 car gar., appr. 1,368, built 2006, NEW: Appliances, garbage disposal, flooring, ext. paint & other minor repairs. Nice size backyard w/covered back porch, open floor plan, lg laundry rm. Don’t miss out!! $104,900 MLS:170210
UNDER CONTRACT
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CASH/FHA 203K ONLY, selling AS-IS, Corner lot, approx. 1,519 Sf., .26 ac., 4 bd., 3 bth., 2 living areas, 2 master suites, workshop, fenced back yard, Tons of potential!! Priced to sell!! $41,500 MLS:161233
MOVE IN READY!! 4 bd, 2 bath, appr. 1,610 sf., .31 ac., built 1980. NEW: Roof, flooring, int./ext. paint, appliances, some lighting, kit. sink & faucet & other minor repairs. 4th bd could be office, playroom, nursery, dressing area, endless possibilities! Wont’ last long at $89,900! MLS:170520
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