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June 12, 2014 • Volume 19 No. 11

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DELIGHTFUL COUNTRY FARMHOUSE on private cul-de-sac and just minutes to town! Day to day living on main floor with big country kitchen, formal dining room and living room, plus lovely master on main floor. Upstairs has light and bright family room with two bedrooms and bathroom; downstairs game room with access out to lower deck, plus office and 3rd bath. Bring the family, grandkids and pets! Listen to Wolf Creek and enjoy filtered sunset views. Crown molding, knotty pine floors and your choice of Bear River or Nevada Union High Schools! Big well, fruit trees, a very serene setting! $549,000 MLS #20141393

REMARKABLE WOLF CREEK RIVER FRONTAGE in your back yard! Impeccable and top quality Red Cedar Log home with wrap around covered and uncovered porch to enjoy the year round river scene and end of the road privacy! 12 inch diameter logs with patented thru bolt system with geo thermal properties. Dramatic and bright open Great Room with open beam ceilings, large fireplace and gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Master on main floor, plus office/guest room & large loft upstairs has sleeping bunks, loads of closet space and great for the kids or crafting! Life time metal roof, over sized 2 car garage w/overhead storage, RV parking and stand-up mechanics pit for car enthusiast. $599,000 MLS #20141404

COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS FINEST! Light and bright one story home on a level, manicured parcel in desirable Peardale area. Formal living and family rooms, formal dining room and lovely kitchen with granite counters and lots of windows. Live in main home and enjoy income from two cabins located on the property! Multiple gardening areas, loads of parking and sizable garage makes this property a complete country mini-ranch! Historic Robert’s Peardale Fruit Ranch! $379,000 MLS #20141543

SPOTLESS WOODBRIDGE TOWNHOME on quiet cul-de-sac walking distance to downtown Nevada City. Great room concept with kitchen, dining and living room with vaulted ceilings and fireplace plus master on main floor with double closets. Upstairs bedroom and office with huge walk in closet could be 3rd bedroom. Two car garage, beautifully maintained and extremely desirable. $249,000 MLS #20141470

HUGE WONDERFUL HOME in highly desirable Forest Knolls III just minutes to downtown Nevada City! Main level has lovely formal living and dining rooms, tiled sun room and a huge cook’s kitchen! Downstairs has massive family or game room, bedroom and bath and opens into a year-round indoor swimming pool with new roof and in perfect condition! All bedrooms have bathrooms, and the 1.5 acre parcel offers outdoor gardening and Southerly views. Anderson Windows, tiled roof and all inspections completed and cleared! Big sunny deck, circular driveway and a quiet street makes this house ideal for every lifestyle! $649,000 MLS #20140596

RARE AND UNUSUAL! Very unique contemporary home nestled on a private and lush 0.80 acre parcel in City limits of Historic Nevada City. Bright open floor plan with dramatic vaulted ceilings and lots of windows. Large master suite is accessed by a cantilevered bridge and opens onto a private deck and swimming pool. Tiled kitchen looks out onto lower living room and has more wonderful windows and natural light. Attached guest quarters is ideal for home office or teens. Iron wood decking, towering pines and small pond makes this charming property most desirable! $699,000 MLS#20141514

DRAMATIC AND IMPECCABLE COLONIAL HOME with-in desirable Greenwood Estates close to Sierra College. 2 story pillared entry leads into this light, spacious floor plan with soaring cathedral ceilings in family room and kitchen; formal dining room and huge living room or game room. In ground swimming pool and spa, all backing up to 5 acre BLM land for total privacy! 3 spacious bedrooms plus office including second master suite. Loads of built ins, including cherry wood entertainment center, 3 fireplaces and dual heating system. $829,000 MLS #20140977

BEAUTIFUL ONE STORY HOME nestled on a private 22 rolling acres on a cul-de-sac of high end homes. Local views out every side of the house from the wrap around covered porch. Generous rooms and great floor plan for large family. In-ground swimming pool, separate guest quarters for teens or crafts and 4 car garage. New roof, exterior paint and solar. Barn, circular driveway and very quiet and peaceful!!! $995,000 MLS #20141398

TOP QUALITY COUNTRY HOME nestled on 4.5 private acres with views out every window! Dramatic and bright open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and windows!

Beautiful Three Rivers floor to ceiling fireplace, true gourmet kitchen with two islands and knotty alder cabinets. French doors opening out to large deck and access to multiple decks of 2300 s.f. for outdoor entertaining. Master bath has separate granite sinks, walk in closet and walk in travertine glass shower and separate tub.

Hardwood floors throughout living area & delightful open loft upstairs and separate family room and guest suite for teens or relatives. Beautiful in-ground pool, fenced garden and vineyard. $799,000 MLS #20141542

DRAMATIC LIGHTING IN EVERY ROOM of this one story home on Banner Mountain! Vaulted ceilings with bullnose corners, large open floor plan with formal living and dining rooms. Light and bright open kitchen and family room. 3 bedrooms including a lovely sitting room off the huge master suite and two walk in closets. Private 4.5 level acreage with pretty tree cover. Two HVAC systems, big well plus 60 pound roof load. The wonderful home does not look or feel like a manufactured home! $350,000 MLS #20141516

HUGE LAKE VIEWS from this wonderful fun home used lovingly as a vacation property for the last 20 years. Over 2800 s.f. with main level living inside home, wheelchair friendly; opening out to a massive deck with powder coated railings and Carlisle coating for low maintenance. Upstairs loft sleeps 10 and downstairs family room, bedroom bath and another room for guests. 50 year Elk Prestique Roof, new appliances and privacy with fencing and security gate. Piped treated water, septic and loads of parking for all your guests and family! Lots of built in cabinets, and loads of storage inside and out, including a 10X10 shed. $399,999 MLS #20140826

SUNNY HOUSE ON A SUNNY LOT in an ideal location between Nevada City and Grass Valley. Hearty plank siding, fenced yard, stamped concrete patio and garden area. Cozy living room and formal dining room, tiled kitchen and loads of storage under home. Master bedroom and remodeled bathroom. Two car carport, room for RV. This is a great starter home or low maintenance BabyBoomer home! $279,000 MLS #20140821

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Beautifully remodeled bungalow in city limits of Grass Valley with granite counters, wood floors and open floor plan, PLUS second unit that is currently a shell and can be finished into what you want! Zoned duplex, this great location is walking distance to Empire Mine State Park. Garage under main home is oversized and lots off possibilities besides a car. Fenced back yard has covered patio for BBQ’s. New front deck, gardening possibilities, ideal for a young family, retiree looking for a project or investor! $289,000 MLS #20140868

ENCHANTING LOG HOME on a flat sunny parcel one mile to downtown Nevada City. Knotty pine kitchen, wood windows and a delightful redwood deck overlooking this beautiful 1.25 fenced acres. Work in the vegetable fenced garden, take walks on the bordering NID ditch from the property, or enjoy a beverage while taking in the views from the covered porch! Bedrooms have lots of storage and windows, indoor laundry, detached oversized 2 car garage and beautiful towering trees at back end of property. This is a magical little scene and has been lovingly cared for! Woodstove, dormers & privacy fencing. $299,800 MLS #20140965

WONDERFUL CLASSIC HOME on level acre ideal for large family or extended family! Formal living and dining rooms, sunny kitchen and huge family room with skylights. Extended wing on main level could be second master suite, guest quarters or home office. Breathtaking back yard for summer parties, circular driveway with loads of parking. Hardwood and tile floors, large deck and just a spectacular setting! $610,000 MLS #20140408

BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED VICTORIAN CHARMER with detached guest quarters plus oversized finished and heated garage on level, fenced lot in Grass Valley.

Newly refinished hardwood floors, delightful country kitchen, den and bedroom all on main floor; living room is spacious with local mine rock fireplace & lots of windows. 2 bedrooms and bath upstairs with loads of storage. Stamped concrete patio, walkways and driveway with towering pines. Covered front porch, private back porch and landscaped back yard. Guest quarters has full bath and is ideal for weekend guests.

Freshly painted, beautifully maintained! $479,000 MLS #2014820

LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND 18762 Joseph Dr., Grass Valley MLS #20141271 ................................................

362 Marshall St., Grass Valley MLS #1043559 .....................................................

402 Marshall St., Grass Valley MLS #20130431.................................................

406 Marshall St., Grass Valley MLS #20130432.................................................

410 Marshall St., Grass Valley MLS #20130433.................................................

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14640 Marysville Rd., Camptonville MLS #20132137 ....................................... $65,000 12729 Valley View, Nevada City MLS #20141316 .......................................... $139,000 12300 Deer Park Dr., Nevada City MLS #1042936 ......................................... $139,000 13906 Gemini Ct., Nevada City MLS #1039461 .............................................. $169,000 13030 Redwood Pl., Nevada City MLS #20141251 ........................................ $218,000

Chamberlin Ct., Nevada City MLS #20132830................................................. $220,000 13518 Quaker Hill Cross Rd., Nevada City MLS #1042139 ......................... $279,000 20950 Banner Quaker Hill, Nevada City MLS #20140658............................ $289,000 11958 Sunshine Valley Rd., Grass Valley MLS #20132901 .......................... $299,000

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I’m ready when you are!

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Charitable Foundation Committee members, from left to right: Erma Jewett, Michael Straight, Diane Helms, Lorra McCririe, Bob Sawyer, Cheryl Davenport and Debbie Krogman.

477-1878 or Debbie Krogman at 530268-8199 for information regarding varying levels of sponsorships.

This event is filling up quickly and reservations must be made prior to July

7, by contacting The Nevada County Association of REALTORS® at 530272-2627. The cost for this fun-filled event is $50 per person and includes 1 drink ticket.

Submitted by Cheryl Berg, Century 21 Davis Realty, Inc.

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erhaps you’d like to take advantage of today’s great buyer’s market in housing, but feel a little intimidated by everything that’s involved. You know the routine: finding the right locale and the right house; negotiating an agreement; putting together a down payment; and selecting the best mortgage available.

There are two things you can do to make every step run smoothly. First, select a professional agent who knows the real estate business, knows your local market, has both a solid reputation for integrity and a solid record of success, and clearly is eager to respond to your needs. Consider using a salesperson who is a REALTOR®, meaning they are a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and have pledged to subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics and Standard of Practice.

Second, make your agent your teammate in the literal sense of the word,

using teamwork to be sure that the house you ultimately buy is the home you’ve always wanted.

Making your agent your teammate requires choosing an agent you feel able to trust both as a person and as a professional. And that’s no small matter. In real estate as in all areas of business – as in all aspects of life, actually – trust can make all the difference in the world.

True teamwork is nearly impossible to achieve unless you stick with one agent throughout the buying process. By all means you should shop around – and shop around carefully – when you’re still deciding which agent to work with.

Once you’ve made that decision, however, don’t reverse it unless (and this rarely happens to people who are careful in the first place) something specific happens to make it clear that your choice was unwise.

Teammate status is all the motivation a first-rate agent needs to go all-out in finding houses that suit your needs. And if you’re concerned about what it is you’re looking for and how much house you

think you can afford, your agent can save you huge amounts of time and effort. If you’re not sure how much you can afford, be candid with your agent. He or she can provide you with some helpful preliminary guidelines and can put you in touch with mortgage lenders who know how to get you focused on an appropriate price range.

It’s always a good idea, as you look at listed homes, to give your agent a lot of feedback on what you’ve seen.

Good feedback will refine and sharpen the agent’s understanding of your likes and dislikes, which in turn will make it easier to find the home of your dreams.

The ultimate payoff, once again, is that you get to your goal more quickly, expending less time and less effort along the way.

Cheryl Berg, “Your Loyal Companion in Real Estate”, is a REALTOR® with Century 21 Davis Realty, Inc. in Grass Valley and can be reached at (530) 277-7992 or cheryl@ cherylsellshomes.com.Visit Cheryl’s website at www.homeowner411.com.

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community fundraising event to be held July 12, 2014 at Rincon Del Rio River Estate is coming soon and reservations are limited. The fundraising event, developed by the Charitable Foundation committee of the Nevada County Association of REALTORS®, will benefit local charities and scholarships in order to improve the health and welfare of people in need in our community.

This event promises to be the event of the year with live steel drum music from Shebang, succulent Caribbean food, island beverages, silent and live auction items, boat races, and a special “float a boat” event.

Special sponsorship recognitions for our valued sponsors are selling out quickly. Anyone interested in helping sponsor this community-worthy event should contact Diane Helms at 530-

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A Magical Place!

Incredible David Wright designed architecture throughout. Rebuilt in 2005. Private and serene 2.54 acres w/awesome mountain views!

Doug Fir wood floors, wood cased Loewen windows & high ceilings, Spacious gourmet kitchen with custom cherry wood cabinetry & dental crown molding trim. Other special features include trapezoid & round windows, meditation/observatory room, custom wood hand-carved front door. Ironwood deck with copper railings. Huge walk-in travertine tile shower & soaking tub in master bath. Slate fireplace, large walk-in closet with organizers.

Detached office with own entrance. Private, yet less than 5 minute drive to downtown Nevada City. A special home for that special buyer who embraces distinctive homes.

Offered at $625,000

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Diane Helms • ERA Cornerstone Realty Group 530-271-1669 THE UNION’S

REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE

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E/MAX Performance welcomes Jacqueline Lucero, REALTOR® to the Grass Valley office. Jacqueline was born and raised in Nevada County and as a result she has a huge passion for the area. She has traveled to many countries around the world and still knows that her heart and her home belong here.

In 2012, Jacqueline and her husband bought their first home in Nevada County. The experience was pleasant and exciting, not at all what she expected the home buying experience to be. Jacqueline thought it would be great to give others the same experience, so she got licensed and came to work with the RE/MAX Performance team, whom she felt had similar objectives when it came to customer service and satisfaction. She is currently working on furthering her real estate education by taking the Green designation courses through the National Association of REALTORS®. The courses include topics such as Real Estate for a sustainable Future and the Science of Building Green. With these skills and others, she hopes to provide a well-rounded and unique experience for her clients.

Come by and visit Jacqueline Lucero at the RE/MAX Performance office located at 776 B Freeman Lane in Grass Valley (near JCPenney). Jacqueline will be happy to help you with all your real estate needs. She can be reached at 530-913-8600 or email jlucero@remax-performance.com.

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documents, or a HELOC on another property).

4. If the source of funds used to acquire the property was an unsecured loan or a loan secured by an asset other than the subject property (such as a HELOC secured by another property), the HUD-1 for the refinance transaction must reflect that all cash-out proceeds be used to pay down, if applicable, the loan (unsecured or secured by an asset other than the subject property) used to purchase the property. Any payments on the balance remaining from the original loan must be included in the debt-to-income ratio calculation for the refinance transaction. Note: Funds received as gifts and used to purchase the property may not be reimbursed with proceeds of the new mortgage loan.

5. The new loan amount can be no more than the actual documented amount of the borrower's initial investment in purchasing the property plus the financing of closing costs, prepaid fees, and points on the new mortgage loan (subject to the maximum LTV/ CLTV/HCLTV ratios for the transaction).

6. All other cash-out refinance eligibility requirements are met and cashout pricing is applied.

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Courbet Anderson

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ash is indeed KING in today’s housing market as more and more buyers take advantage of this buying power. With the ability to close quicker, negotiate a better price, and require fewer demands on the seller, cash sales are very common these days. For those who paid cash for a new home, there’s now a golden opportunity to give the KING even more power.

There are new loans programs that make it possible to immediately get cash out of cash-bought homes. Cash homeowners today can take out a new loan right after closing of up to 70% loan to value (LTV). You could be eligible to take out a loan within the first six months of homeownership if the Delayed Financing exceptions are met: 1. The original purchase transaction was an arms-length transaction.

2. The original purchase transaction is documented by a HUD-1 Settlement Statement, which confirms that no mortgage financing was used to obtain the subject property. (A recorded trustee's deed [or similar alternative] confirming the amount paid by the grantee to trustee may be substituted for a HUD-1 if a HUD-1 was not provided to the purchaser at time of sale.)

The preliminary title search or report must confirm that there are no existing liens on the subject property.

3. The sources of funds for the purchase transaction are documented (such as bank statements, personal loan

Century 21 Davis Realty offers Where is your luxury dream home? scholarship awards Submitted by Network Real Estate

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entury 21 Davis Realty is very please to announce a scholarship award has been earned by Anya Steuer of Bear River High School.

Anya is a sophomore and was chosen to represent her school and our community as a member of the National Youth Leadership Forum of Medicine taking place this summer at UC Berkeley. The National Youth Leadership Forum nominates exceptional students from around the country to attend an experiential educational program.

Agents at Century 21 Davis Realty, Inc. pledge a portion of their sales commissions to the Scholarship Fund. Their donations are matched by Century 21 Davis Realty, Inc. More scholarship recipients for this school year will be announced shortly.

Scholarships are awarded yearly to local high school students to help them achieve their college and educational goals. Past recipients may be eligible for scholarship renewals as long as they remain in college and keep our Scholarship Committee updated with their progress.

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f you had a million dollars to buy a dream home, where would it be? On a pristine golf course, among picturesque vineyards, or on a sandy beach with ocean views? It turns out, according to a California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) survey, luxury home buyers in California preferred hilltop homes over oceanfront by a margin of four to one.

C.A.R.’s Luxury Real Estate Consumer Survey revealed that 41% of buyers who purchased homes priced over $1 million bought one with a hilltop view in 2013. Only 10 percent bought an ocean-front home. Moreover, a hilltop home was the preferred choice over ocean-front and ocean-view homes combined. Sixteen percent of luxury buyers purchased near a golf course and 12% purchased in a SUBMITTED PHOTO Robin Hamilton of Century 21 Davis Realty, Inc. presents Anya Steuer of Bear mountain area.

River High School with a scholarship award.

In a state renowned for its dramatic and desirable shoreThe scholarship program is just one of the many line, the findings of C.A.R.’s survey might come as a surways that the agents and the management of Cen- prise. After all, from the sunny Mexican border to the state’s rugged northern coast, who wouldn’t want a slice of paradise? tury 21 Davis Realty, Inc. support the community.

While it seems hard to imagine, residents of idyllic Nevada For more information, contact Robin Hamilton, REALTOR with Century 21 Davis Realty, Inc., at County can fully understand and appreciate the allure of mountainous living.

(530) 632-3838 or robinsells2u@gmail.com continued on page 7

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rowing up in Southern California, Bonnie has been involved in real estate since 1977. Starting out her real estate career in Hawaii, she sold townhouses for a developer on the island of Oahu. In 1984, she relocated to San Francisco and joined a large real estate firm where she was involved in both residential and income properties.

However, as an avid equestrian most of her life, she had a strong desire to own a horse breeding business. So in the early nineties, she moved to the wine country and purchased a home

with property. There she developed her first horse breeding facility, and as her business grew, she was able to relocate to beautiful Nevada County.

Living and working in this special community, it made perfect sense over 15 years ago for Bonnie to combine both her horse and real estate experience and specialize in horse property. Although, she relates and is very knowledgeable about real estate in the equine community, she is also highly experienced and a professional when it comes to serving all types of buyers and sellers across the board.

Friendly, competent, and detailed oriented, Bonnie is determined to give you the highest level of service available. Current with the most recent and available properties and trends in the marketplace, she attends training seminars on a regular basis and stays on

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Ideally situated in the Sierra Nevada and bordering the Tahoe National Forest, Nevada County has become one of the state’s most desirable areas to live.

Spanning from 100 feet on the county’s top of the latest computer technology. western edges to Truckee at 5,900 feet Listening to your needs, she offers on the eastern side, Nevada County clients sound advice along with skillful offers magnificent views, four seasons, negotiation techniques. In addition, fresh air, outstanding recreational she keeps her clients informed of all opportunities, and a rustic setting that important aspects of their transaction buyers of all budgets seek. There is a from start to finish so that your real quality mountain lifestyle plus plenty of estate experience is a positive one. hilltop views at virtually every turn.

Guided by principles of trust, With its proximity to Sacramento, respect and integrity, Bonnie will help Lake Tahoe and the Bay Area, this you achieve your real estate dream. A Gold Rush region is a destination top-producing Nevada County agent where many to come to play and then and member of the Nevada County soon make it their home. From lifestyle Board of Realtors, she is never too busy to vistas, luxury abounds in Nevada to answer your questions and always County – where your dream home welcomes the opportunity to serve awaits! you...

To connect with one of Network’s proPlease feel free to give Bonnie a call at fessionals, call any one of their four branch (530) 210-9558 or contact her by email at offices. In Grass Valley at 272-8885 and Bonnie@BonnieBrabbs.com. You can also 274-5000, in Penn Valley at 432-8885, visit her website BonnieBrabbs.com for in Nevada City at 265-2551 and in Lake more information. of the Pines area at 268-8800.

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CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME & GUEST HOME On 3+ acres, all usable. Main home is 4000 sq. ft., detached 800 sq. ft. guest quarters. 1000 sq. ft. shop plus two, 2-car garages.

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4bd/4.5ba, 6300 sq. ft. Historic Nevada City. Grand entrance, 10’ ceilings. Dream kitchen soapstone & granite counters, Subzero, Dacor & Chef’s range. Spacious master suite w/private view deck. Wraparound covered porch + 800 sq. ft. rec rm over garage.

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SPOTLESS HOME IN MOVE-IN CONDITION. Master has office area attached. Kitchen is large w/numerous cabinets. Roll-outs are everywhere. Garden window in kitchen allows for herb garden. Second bedroom king bed size. 3 skylights make the home airy and bright.

Central vac. Front and rear decks. Rear deck done in gorgeous iron wood. Garage is set up for easy golf cart charging. All gutters have toppers. $435,000 20141512

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GREAT PROPERTY AND A GREAT PRICE. Seller just replaced roof and carpeting. Kitchen has been remodeled. Show and sell! $278,777 20141044

RELAX ON THE WONDERFUL REDWOOD DECK and listen to Squirrel Creek babble year round.

Custom home with lots of natural light. 3 bedroom septic system. Large master suite with jetted spa tub. Close in location but totally private and serene, only 4/10 of a mile of gravel road. Can be developed for shop or horses. $359,900 20141293

A TASTE OF COUNTRY LIVING! Impeccable 3277 sf home on 5 oak studded acres with filtered views of the Sierra!

Large spacious rooms with day to day living on the main floor, plus downstairs bedrooms and family room. Wrap around porch, oversized 2-car garage and workshop, RV parking and fenced garden area. Kitchen is huge and a chef’s dream! Lots of natural light with views out every window. $409,000 20140354

ESKATON VILLAGE 55+ senior development. Popular Manzanita model with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths plus den on corner lot. Gas log fireplace. Exterior of home and landscaping maintained by HOA. Fitness center w/indoor pool and spa. Dining available in lodge. Emergency response system in home, and many more amenities. $320,000 20141558

CUTE LITTLE RANCHER with end of the road privacy, circular driveway, two nice, useable acres, lots of decking for entertaining, updated kitchen counters, floors, and bathrooms. 3 bedrooms/ 2 baths on main level, large room downstairs with laundry, bath and lots of room for teens, office space, or man cave. All this just minutes to downtown Grass Valley. $299,900 20141257

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COMPLETELY REMODELED, renovated, and updated with permits. 4bd/3ba plus an office, single story living with elegant kitchen. Big open floor plan, two master suites, new paint and carpets, 30 year roof, low E windows, high efficiency central heat and air. New decks and railings, new interior and exterior doors, new cement stairs. Plenty of parking, flat driveway, back up to open space. Room to garden, new irrigation. $399,000 20140509

HOME FELL OUT OF ESCROW due to buyer loan denied. Inspections complete, this home is move in ready. Detached shop, over sized two car garage, carport, fenced sunny backyard with irrigation. Recent improvements include a tankless water heater, custom window covers, as well as fixture, appliance, & plumbing upgrades. $265,000 20140036

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PRIVATE YET ONLY 1 MI. FROM NEVADA CITY. Spectacular mountain views. Currently on spring water. Well cared for, remodeled & oozes w/ charm. Lovely sunroom w/ wood cased windows. This floor offers small bedroom plus bath. Downstairs consists of large bonus room w/ cozy gas fireplace 2 bedrooms, bath and large laundry room. Huge remodeled 2 car gar with bonus room. Room for the RV with full hook ups. $299,000 20133485

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LIVING AT ITS BEST . . . Only rarely does a home as well maintained appear on the market. Driveway winds to the side of home, overlooking the golf course with a treed view. Lovely 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home includes office and mirrored exercise room, could also be 4th bedroom.

Office with built in bookcase. All living space on the main level. Plenty of storage room with inside access. Approved dog run to the north of garage. $430,000 20133669

BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED HOME. Potential for two separate units. Recently upgraded. Close to park and walking distance to downtown Grass Valley. $399,000 20140613

LARGE, PRIVATE, UPDATED ALTA SIERRA HOME situated on 2 park like parcels (over an acre), on cul-de-sac, outbuilding with 3 bays for cars, garden shed, 2 car and an additional 1 car garage. Covered decks, screened-in porch, circular drive, fruit trees, raised bed garden area, whole house vac, whole house fan, propane & wood burning fireplaces. Low maintenance yard w/drip system, hardwood floors, new carpet, gutter guards, dog pen and plenty of storage under the house. Backyard is completely fenced. $499,000 20141580

GREAT NEVADA CITY HOME on 6 private acres! This home has almost been completely remodeled and updated. New windows and custom tile work throughout.

Great single story floor plan and an almost flat 6 acres. The house cannot be seen from the road and is located in a nice neighborhood of exceptional homes. There is a small barn, property great for horses. $690,000 20141594

BEAUTIFUL ONE STORY HOME on level 1.50 ac. Great commute location between Grass Valley and Colfax. High vaulted cedar ceilings. Blomberg windows. Huge kitchen with abundance of cabinets, breakfast bar & eat in kitchen plus formal dining.

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Covered front porch, Trex deck. Att 4 car gar. Det 3 car workshop/garage. Storage above. Additional 2 car gar under home, plus another office w/outside entrance. $615,000 20133634

WOW...THIS LOVELY HOME and majestically treed property will please even the fussiest buyers. Colonial inspired 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath beauty with separate 3 car garage which could easily be converted to a granny unit or whatever your heart desires. Great party home with large pool and deck area. 7 total garages and two extra rooms in basement which is permitted as storage. Must see to appreciate. $800,000 20141138

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Fabulous retreat-like setting for this lovely 3bd/2ba 2,177 sq.ft. home on 1.5 acres.

The wood-clad ceilings and two-story stone fireplace offer a dramatic and inviting ambiance. The beautiful kitchen and lovely master suite round this home out for a must see! 20141615 $399,000

ARTISTIC SINGLE LEVEL

This 3bd/2ba 2,052 sq. ft. stunning home shows like brand new. Cook’s kitchen with granite counters, Cherry wood cabinets and pantry. Hardwood floors, views of the property from all rooms. Beautiful landscaped acreage that is fully fenced and gated. Plenty of parking and a 6 car garage. A special property not far from town. MLS # 20140404 $765,000

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Custom Nevada City home in private setting. Light & bright 4bd/4ba 3,226 sq. ft. on 8.54 acres. Great-room concept, updated kitchen, beautiful KOA floors, lovely master suite, 2-car garage is extra deep for workshop/storage. MLS #20141219 $625,000

LONG RANGE VIEWS

Custom French country home on all useable 2 acres. Separate private driveway leads to a 2/1, second residence, which rents for $950. Main home has 3 large bedrooms with walk in closets, formal dining, office, 2 living areas. Entry courtyard features koi pond, waterfall and stone walkways. Attached garage, full daylight basement, high ceilings. MLS #20133122 $549,900

CLOSE TO TOWN

2bdrm/1ba 881 sq.ft. single level in desireable neighborhood. Nice and clean, could be a doll house with a little TLC. Union Hill School District MLS #20141436 $179,000

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3bdrm/3ba 2,800 sq.ft. on 5 private acres with incredible creek scene and swimming hole. Day to day living on main level. Guest quarters with separate entrance downstairs. One of a kind setting. MLS #20141170 $595,000

ELEGANT CRAFTSMAN STYLE

On the 7th fairway this Brent Daggett designed home has impressive attention to detail.

Subtle old-world finishes. 3,272 sq.ft. 3bd/4.5ba. Deck with full kitchen, views, an NID pond and lovely stonework. 4 car garage and a golf cart garage. MLS # 20140215 $950,000

DELIGHTFUL MINI-FARM

Gated entrance leads to this 3bdrm., 2ba., 1,952 sq.ft. home on 5 perfectly maintained useable acres. Fruit trees, grapes and a fenced garden are included in this picturesque setting. A very special property. MLS #20133115 $369,000

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What you need to know New Home Equity Conversion Mortgage about who is buying homes now available T

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Michelle Belmonte, Mortgage Loan Specialist American Financial Network, Inc.

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new Home Equity Conversion Mortgage loan, the HECM CAP5, which joins the adjustable rate reverse mortgages now available that include a monthly adjusting rate and a lifetime cap.

The HECM CAP5 features a lifetime cap of 5% and adjusts on a monthly basis.

Those opting for the new, open-ended product will have access to the same amount of proceeds and payment plans as offered by other products, but at a reduced lifetime interest rate cap, AAG said in announcing the new product.

“We are excited to offer a new monthly adjustable-rate HECM

in Nevada County Real Estate.

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solution, featuring a lower lifetime interest rate cap, to our growing suite of products and look forward to launching proprietary products in the coming weeks and months,” said Kim Smith, AAG senior vice president, Wholesale Lending.

“The HECM CAP5 provides AAG Wholesale partners more options to meet their clients’ specific needs.”

The HECM CAP5 joins competing products offered by other lenders that also feature monthly adjustable rates and lifetime caps.

Michelle Belmonte of American Financial Network, can be reached at 530-272-7508, online at www. cahomeloanoption.com

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Submitted by Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty here’s always a lot of news previous years, when first-time home around housing numbers. buyers comprised 40 percent of the total Whether home sales are up or down, buyer pool. hot or cold, when they’re released, housOverall, the largest share of home ing numbers grab headlines. According buyers (30 percent) was between the to the most recent numbers from the ages of 25 and 34. Two out of every National Association of Realtors, nearly three (66 percent) home buyers were 5 million homes will be sold in 2014. married, but single home buyers made That’s a lot of homes! up a quarter (25 percent) of the market.

One thing that gets lost in the mix Single females made up the majoriis who these home buyers are. Are they ty of the single home buyer market, young? Retirees? Buying their first accounting for 16 percent of all home home, moving up or downsizing? That’s buyers, while single males made up nine where the Profile of Home Buyers and percent of the overall market.

Sellers from the National Association And why were all these people in of Realtors (NAR) comes in. The report the market? The primary reason was a is released each year and includes an desire to own a home. Repeat buyers of analysis of the characteristics of home course had a different motivation. Most buyers from the year previous. repeat buyers bought a home because So who exactly has been buying they wanted more space or needed to homes? According to the most recent relocate for a job.

Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, the So where do you fit in if you’re contypical home buyer was 42 years old sidering buying a home? Are you one with a household income of $83,300. of the single females looking to own First-time home buyers made up your own place, or are you married and 38 percent of the market. The average looking for a move-up home to start a first-time buyer was 31 years old and family? Whichever you are, there’s no had an income of $64,400. Geographibetter time to buy a home than now. cally, most of the first-time buyers were To learn more about how Coldwell in Northeast, where 44 percent of home Banker Grass Roots Realty can help, please buyers bought their first home. The call one of our four offices in Grass Valley South and West had the smallest share 273-7293, Nevada City 265-3282, Penn of first-time buyers at 35 percent each.

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• Interest rates on mortgages can be used as a tax deduction (consult with a financial expert for details).

• If the value of your home goes down, you’ve lost the cash.

• Replenish savings accounts.

• You have cash on hand for emergencies.

• Interest rates today are at all-time lows. Tomorrow’s rates are uncertain.

• Use the cash as a down payment for another purchase.

• Invest in other opportunities or pay off expenses.

• Taking cash out of your home

offers a peace of mind in that you have control of it.

If cash is KING, then why not maximize yours further? Delta Homes Loans @ Comstock Mortgage can help you determine if a cash-out loan program is right for you and if you meet all the eligibility requirements (Disclaimer: certain conditions must be met, not all borrowers are eligible and certain restrictions apply. This is not a commitment to lend). There is no charge to learn about the program and the requirements, which means you can keep even more money in your pocket! Give us a call at 530-478-8383, www.deltahl.com.

Tips for marketing your home to potential buyers Submitted Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty

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s you prepare to sell your home, you may want to devote some time to thinking about your potential buyers. With new homes listed everyday, home buyers have plenty of options. But the better you market your home, the more likely prospective buyers are to find it - and the faster you may have an offer on the table.

If you have already found an agent that understands your needs as a seller, you can utilize their knowledge and resources to make your home as attractive as possible. While you may choose to work very closely with your agent during the marketing process, below are a number of marketing tactics that you can try out on your own.

One Photo for Every Room: Inside the home, you should take at least one photograph of every room. Though you may choose not to display every room in your listing, you may find some great images where you least expect. As you prepare to photograph the interior of your home, you should open all of the blinds or curtains and turn on lights

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After you have placed your listing with photos, try to work with your agent to place adequate signage on the property.

focus on the most interesting aspects of each room – be it a large closet in a guest bedroom or a fireplace in the living room. When you are finished, the photos you have taken should represent all the best elements of your home.

A Picture is Worth 1,000 Words: One of the most important steps in

in each room. You may also want to remove certain items – such as personal photos and undesirables like garbage cans – before taking photos. In the kitchen and dining room, consider placing floral arrangements on the table to add a peaceful atmosphere to the space. As you move room to room,

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marketing your home may be taking photographs. As many home buyers and real estate agents conduct their initial research online, a flattering collection of photos is helpful to include with your listing. Begin your photo shoot outside the home and try to snap pictures that highlight your home's best features. As you want your home to be focus of all the photos, remove cars from the driveway and try to clear plants that block a view of your front door. Begin with photos of the entire property – cropping out the sidewalk and street – and move in to take close-up pictures of exterior features.

Say It With Signage: After you have placed your listing with photos, try to work with your agent to place adequate signage on the property. A useful sign should list the agent's name and contact information and, if necessary, additional contact information for the nearest real estate office. If you reside on a quiet residential street, you may want to ask the neighbor residing on the corner of continued on page 14

! Showcase of Homes !

The Wilson House

Beautifully restored to blend modern convenience and old world charm. SF includes approx.

900 sf. 2 BR, 1 Bath on lower level with kitchen, separate laundry & private entrance. Complete restoration from foundation to roof in 2011. Top-of-the-line features, upgraded appliances, new Australian hardwood deck, within walking distance to Grass Valley. $659,000 MLS #20140252 Property courtesy of ERA Cornerstone Realty Group • 530-265-5885

Country Cottage on 58 Acres

Large, flat parcel in South County. Fenced! Bring all your animals. County shows property as two parcels. Cottage is permitted for 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. $475,000 MLS #20140852

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Property courtesy of John Renwick • RE/MAX Performance 530-682-3000

Fabulous English Tudor

On Lower Banner Mountain in Nevada City, 8000 sf of quality construction on private 2.1 ac fenced & gated with filtered views. Main level offers beautiful gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, grand living room w/dramatic windows! Built in dining and turreted breakfast room, huge master suite. Lower level is family room, 2bds, wine cellar and 400 s.f sports court. $1,120,000 Property courtesy of Mimi Simmons • ERA Cornerstone Realty Group 530-265-7940

Classic Country Farmhouse

4bd, 3 full, 2 half baths. 8.71 ac, custom country kitchen, library/den w/wood burning fireplace. Large master suite w/office/sitting room upstairs, second master suite w/separate outside entry on main level. Covered porches, large back deck w/hot tub, overlooking in-ground pool & patio. All in a glorious private setting in one of Grass Valley's best locations. Guest house built over det. 2-car garage. $790,000 MLS #20140463 Property courtesy of Charlie Brock • Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty 530-273-6982

Extraordinary Custom Cape Cod Craftsmanship

Superb location in historic Nevada City. Grand entrance, 10' ceilings. Wood flooring, Anderson windows.

Dream kitchen soapstone & granite counters, top of the line appliances, subzero, Dacor and chef's range.

Spacious master suite w/private view deck. Marble bath w/ jacuzzi tub. Wrap around covered porch. 800 sf rec room over garage. Private setting, architecturally designed, lush landscaping. $1,460,000 MLS #20141601 Property courtesy of Diane Helms• ERA Cornerstone Realty Group 530-271-1669

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Secluded & Private

Minutes to downtown Nevada City, 91 acre estate property. Views, trees, well and everything you need to get started on your dream home. Creative financing possible. $379,000

Property courtesy of Gene & Joan Lehman • Century 21 Davis Realty 530-277-2975

Ideal Family Compound or Corporate Retreat

Very special estate in the foothills w/private lake, 3 guest houses plus main house and 17 car garages!!

This is 30+ prime acres that make an ideal family compound or corporate retreat. Main house is 3770 sq. ft, 8 beds, 8 1/2 baths, all remodeled kitchen and views galore! $2,000,000 MLS # 20141018 Property courtesy of Intero Real Estate • 530-615-0111

Beautiful newer 5bd/3ba, 3,500 sf home. Very small subdivision of upscale homes with large 1.5 ac lots.

End of a quiet little cul-de-sac, beautiful & peaceful setting complete with a long 75’ water feature, including multiple falls & crossing bridge directly off the back deck, encompassing a perfect outside entertainment patio. $789,500 MLS# 20141035 Property courtesy of Jim Myers • Century 21 Davis Realty 530-277-9141

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Meticulous Lake Wildwood Home

2085+/- sq. ft. with a view over the lake! Approach the home through the peaceful entry gardens featuring Japanese maples, stone walkways and the sound of soothing fountains. Wonderful light and bright single story home. Many beautiful features, updated, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath with open floor plan.

Nicely landscaped featuring an upper and lower back deck to enjoy those wonderful evenings.

Property courtesy of Kathy Papola • Network Real Estate 530-271-3815

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Real Estate Transactions 05/01/14 - 05/31/14

TIPS FOR MARKETING YOUR HOME

Recent transactions as reported by the Nevada County Multiple Listing Service, neither the Nevada County Association of REALTORS® nor its MLS guarantees or is any way responsible for its accuracy.

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11371 Marjon Dr 2/2 19954 Bear Ridge Rd 3/2 24578 Camelia Way 3/2 14500 Nimbus Dam Rd 2/3 14162 Sun Forest Dr 3/2 13253 Red Dog Rd 3/2 139 Saint Johns Dr 3/2 10415 Smith Rd 3/2 11064 Lakeshore South 4/3 116 Egret Pl 2/2 13650 Murphy Rd 2/2 23100 Broadmoor Ct 3/3 12886 Lakeshore North 4/3 23139 Sunset Rdge Dr 4/3 14204 Owl Creek Rd 3/1 15397 Flying Cloud Dr 2/1 12280 Poplar Rd 3/2 108 Bridger Ct 2/ 2 436 Clay St 3/3 12426 Rainbow Rd 3/2 11313 Via Vista 3/2 20100 John Born Rd 3/2 23578 Saint Andrews Ct 4/2 17289 Ruth Ct 3/2 10417 Boulder St 3/2 23565 Shadow Dr 3/3 16385 Brewer Rd 3/2 10442 Kenebec Ct 4/ 3 11561 Lake Wildwood Dr 3/4 16806 Greenhorn Rd 3/2 18171 Jayhawk Dr 3/2 12055 Warbler Way 3/2 13679 Thorne Ln 3/3 13305 Woodlake 3/3 10351 Kenwood Dr 3/3 11276 Edward Dr 3/4 11129 Horton St 3/3 13212 Rattlesnake Rd 3/2 15870 Carrie Dr 3/2 15785 Bitney Springs Rd 3/3 13473 Saffron Dr 3/3 10494 Kenebec Ct 4/4 115 Bridger Ct 3/2 234 Cornwall Ave 3/3 16088 Running Springs 3/2 10501 Kenebec Ct 5/4 12071 Crystal Wells Rd 4/4 447 Searls Ave 3/4 15586 Frolic Meadow 2 2 12645 Summit Ridge Dr 4/3 19467 Brewer Rd 3/2 12826 Newtown 4/4 19456 Last Mile Dr 4/2 16153 Colfax Hwy 3/2 12603 Long Valley Rd 3/ 3 16100 Countrywood Ln 2/3 21289 Salt Creek Rd 5/ 4

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continued from page 11 the nearest busy street if you can place a small, directional sign in their lawn.

Provide a Takeaway: One or more of the photos used in your listing should also be included on the fact sheet available outside your home. This takeaway brochure will typically list the details of your home – number of bedrooms and bathrooms, square footage and lot size – and can also be used during open houses as a reminder to prospective buyers.

Consider Your Advertising Options: Depending on how you want to market your home, there are a number of advertising options available to you and your agent. Many homeowners choose to list their properties in local newspapers, typically in special weekend real estate sections. You may also want to look at local real estate publications and check printing dates to see if your home is a good fit. However, even more than print advertisements, the Internet features a world of opportunity for home sellers.

There are numerous classified sites and databases that prospective homebuyers check daily, many of which offer free listings. You and your agent can also use the Internet to publicize your open house and offer additional details that may not have been featured in your print ads.

Plan An Open House: After you have completed your first round of marketing, you and your agent may want to schedule an open house. Granting prospective buyers an opportunity to view your home in person is often one of the most important steps in selling a home. Prior to the open house, your agent can actively seek for prospective buyers. If an interested buyer or agent is unable to visit your open house, your agent can also arrange private tours to make sure all prospective buyers have a chance to see your home.

While there is certainly no guarantee that any specific marketing tactics will sell your home, utilizing some of the above mentioned tactics will help increase the odds of prospective buyers finding your home – and getting them to your front door is the first step in making the sale.

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0.96 ac ............. 3bd/2ba ............... 1556sf $269,000.........Alta Sierra ...... (20133021)

0.52 ac ............. 3bd/3ba ............... 2052sf $349,000...........Alta Sierra ........ (20140949)

6.38 ac ............. 4bd/3ba ............... 2784sf $398,000.........Alta Sierra ...... (20140474)

0.24 ac ............. 2bd/1ba ............... 1013sf $285,000........Nevada City ...... (20140249)

0.5 ac ............... 2bd/2ba ............... 1050sf $187,000 Peardale/Chicago PK (20140326)

7.9 ac ............... 3bd/2ba ............... 1936sf $275,000... High Co/Washington . (20132984)

0.27 ac ............. 3bd/2ba ............... 1874sf $260,000..... Lake Wildwood .... (20132462)

0.68 ac ............. 2bd/2ba ............... 1036sf $265,000..........Nevada CIty ....... (20141159)

0.14 ac ............. 2bd/1ba ............... 1000sf $299,000........Nevada City ...... (20140655)

0.22 ac ............. 3bd/1ba ............... 1166sf $215,500....... Grass Valley ..... (20141117)

0.33 ac ............. 3bd/3ba ............... 2406sf $309,000.........Alta Sierra ...... (20140878)

0.3 ac ............... 3bd/2ba ............... 1496sf $274,900..... Lake Wildwood ... (20140659)

3.88 ac ............. 3bd/3ba ............... 1546sf $335,000........Nevada City ..... (20141472)

0.75 ac ............. 2bd/2ba ............... 1500sf $335,000..........Grass Valley ....... (20141387)

0.65 ac ............. 3bd/2ba ............... 1505sf $215,000..... Lake Wildwood ... (20133152)

4.25 ac ............. 3bd/3ba ............... 1875sf $395,000....... Grass Valley ..... (20140114)

0.54 ac ............. 3bd/3ba ............... 2248sf $339,000.........Alta Sierra ...... (20133123)

0.02 ac ............. 2bd/2ba ............... 1420sf $215,000..... Lake Wildwood ... (20133452)

0.43 ac ............. 3bd/2ba ............... 1272sf $250,000.........Alta Sierra ...... (20141158)

6 ac .................. 2bd/2ba ............... 1250sf $325,000..........Nevada City ....... (20140592)

1.93ac .............. 3bd/2ba ............... 1250sf $309,000... Rough and Ready .. (20141586)

0.4 ac ............... 3bd/4ba ............... 2263sf $375,000.........Alta Sierra ...... (20141603)

3.3 ac ............... 3bd/3ba ............... 2041sf $300,000....... Grass Valley ..... (20141610)

0.32 ac ............. 3bd/2ba ............... 2100sf $292,500........Nevada City ..... (20141518)

5 ac .................. 2bd/3ba ............... 1772sf $385,000....... Grass Valley ..... (20141315)

0.5 ac .............. 3bd/2ba ............... 1682sf $275,000..........Grass Valley ...... (20141338)

1.7 ac ............... 5bd/4ba ............... 3306sf $309,000..... Lake Wildwood ... (20140286)

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0.4 ac ............... 2bd/2ba ............... 1568sf $265,000.........Alta Sierra ...... (20140849)

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0.89 ac ............. 5bd/3ba ............... 2119sf $329,000......Lake of the Pines ... (20140948)

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$48,500 Forest Springs MHP. End of street, private garden and view. Home features 2bdrm/2ba with formal dining room and spacious kitchen. 20141439

$257,000 Alta Sierra home features 3 bdrm/2ba situated on over an acre. Home is completely updated with beautiful hardwood floors & french doors. 20141061

$325,000 Clean and bright cabin style home on over 4 private acres just 10 minutes from downtown Nevada City.

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