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FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT DESIGN 5 bdrms - 3.5 baths - 3,580 sq ft - 1.81 Acres Vaulted ceilings, brick floors, clerestory windows & skylights throughout. Screened-in patio connected to pool area. Come take a look! For Advertising Information, Contact:
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Classic and Stunning! This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home is spectacular. Enter through the grand foyer. Large open kitchen boasts granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and oversized island for additional serving and prep space. Tons of cabinetry and walk-in pantry! Stone fireplace and wood floors are the focal point of the family room. Large main floor master suite and bath that features a jacuzzi tub, separate tiled shower and amazing master closet! Two sets of stairs to conveniently take you up or down. Four additional bedrooms upstairs plus 2 large bonus rooms. Triple pane windows installed in 2019. The backyard is an entertainers dream. Start by relaxing on your screened-in porch or take a swim in the inground pool. Pump, blower, filter, and circuit boards all replaced 2021. Plenty of additional outdoor seating areas. Roof is only 2 years old. Call today as this home will not last! MLS#128316. $594,000
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Sold! Text RBGXWRW to 52187 5243 Cypress Drive - Lake Park 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bath. 2341 Sq Ft 229.560.0944 MLS#126062. $284,500 sandy@valdostarealtors.com
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Text RBHNMYV to 52187 2604 Rolling Hill - Valdosta 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bath. 2554 Sq Ft MLS#128053. $247,000
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Text RBHHSZX to 52187 4944 Hatfield Circle - Hahira 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. 2350 Sq Ft MLS#127223. $389,900
Text RBHMCQG to 52187 3856 Cutshaw Trail - Hahira 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. 1925 Sq Ft MLS#127810. $279,900
Text RBHNMYX to 52187 4205 Tillman Bluff - Valdosta 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. 2630 Sq Ft MLS#128062. $499,900
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Text RBHMHPW to 52187 4717 Layla Lane - Valdosta 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. 2443 Sq Ft MLS#127859. $411,500
Text RBHLLKX to 52187 2567 Tuscan Way - Valdosta 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. 1765 Sq Ft MLS#127680. $249,900
Text RBHQFCL to 52187 4917 Hatfield Circle - Hahira 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. 2345 Sq Ft MLS#128393. $384,900
Text RBHMSCX to 52187 105 Oklahoma Cir - Adel 0.25 Acre. Water and power available MLS#127941. $16,200
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4207 Coleman - Valdosta 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. 2143 sq ft Spacious N. Lowndes home in Pemberly Place Subdivision MLS#128495. $252,000
Text RBHMSJV to 52187 103 Oklahoma Cir - Adel 0.25 Acre. Water and power available MLS#127942. $16,200
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hen you look around your home and then compare it to a design magazine, you may be wondering what exactly is that unique element that makes the rooms on those pages look so appealing. The answer? Character. Homes whose design have character built in seem so naturally attractive, but finding the elements of character isn’t always obvious. Adding some character-building charm to your home can be done easily with some simple projects around the house.
START AT THE ENTRANCE One of the first areas to build character in your home is where it makes its first impression. Your foyer is a perfect place to add dimension and interest, because the room is small and even small changes will be noticeable. Give the room top-to-bottom appeal by adding a unique treatment on the ceiling. Start with crown molding to define your foyer, and then fill in the ceiling area with a vibrant color that takes its cue from the entry rug. This is a terrific way to create a room that’s layered in interest from the floor to the ceiling.
GO NATURAL Natural elements bring a sense of charm to any room. A quick way to add a touch of elegance is to install marble threshold breaks. Often found in pricey hotel rooms, a marble threshold makes a simple statement that’s both natural and stylish. Use these at any transition areas, such as from the bathroom to the bedroom, or where wood changes to tile floors or carpet. Another easy change is with a wicker or natural lighting fixture. These add all kinds of texture and character – something all designers love – and make fast decorating swaps that are inexpensive to boot. A textured rug in a natural fiber like sisal adds character and dimension.
TRIM, PLEASE Like molding in the foyer, trim can dress up any room in the house. If you have windows without trim, simple casement molding will instantly spruce them up. The same is true of bland bathroom mirrors. Look at the many online DIY projects for trimming out bland builder bathroom mirrors. Your bathroom will look much better, and stylish. Simple trim added to flat doors and cabinet doors also adds elegance and interest quickly and inexpensively.
MIX AND MATCH MATERIALS Lots of new construction today uses salvaged brick because of the character antique bricks add to a project. A simpler way is to use faux brick panels. These can be added to a wall behind a sofa or a bed to give your space a big texture bump while building in loads of character. In the kitchen, add brick panels for a quick backsplash with interest. Pressed tin is another terrific way to make a character-building statement. These tin tiles are fast and easy to cut, install and can be put on the ceiling, on a backsplash or under chair rail trim for wainscot treatment with texture. ©2022 Kathryn Weber. Distributed By Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
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SOLD LAKE PARK
LOWNDES
VALDOSTA
Want to go into the automotive repair
13 acre homesite to build your new
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HAHIRA
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 1463 sq ft.
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 1450 sq ft.
4 bdrms, 3 baths. 1788 sq ft.
0.6 Acre. MLS#127790. $194,900
0.3 Acre. MLS#127421. $189,900
0.32 Acre. MLS#127869. $274,900
Text RBHPNYS to 52187
Text RBHQWMK to 52187 LAKE PARK 3 bdrms 2 baths 1552 sq ft 0.36 Acre MLS#128509 $199,900
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hen it comes to painting tools, if it sounds too good to be true, then it usually is. There’s really no substitute for quality painting tools, adequate preparation and careful work.
end of the roller. You shouldn’t be able to close that opening,” says Manfredini. “Ace and Shur-Line both make quality roller covers. Mini paint roller frames are also convenient for working around small spaces.”
“One of the easiest things to remember about paint tools is that you get what you pay for,” says Lou Manfredini, a home expert for Ace Hardware. “The biggest mistake I see homeowners make is that they buy cheap tools that don’t give them good results, or they buy cheap paint – then they end up with a poor finished product.”
Cloth dropcloths: “Sure, it’s a little more expensive to buy canvas, but if you’re going to take on a painting job, you’ll have these for the rest of your life,” says Manfredini. “Get the 4-foot-wide runner length to use near the walls.”
Here are some of Manfredini’s favorite must-have paint products for a flawless finish. Wall cleaner: You want to work with a clean surface, since a dirty wall could prevent the paint from adhering or cause the paint to bubble. “I like to use a classic cleaner, Spic and Span, with a little bit of water and a sponge to get any surface dirt off the walls before I paint,” says Manfredini. Painter’s tape: While purchasing a quality painter’s tape like 3M or FrogTape is important, it’s more about how you apply it. Once it’s on the wall, run a damp rag over the edge to create a seal. Pay attention to the release dates, or when the tape needs to come off by; it varies from 15 to 30 days. Brushes: A 2 1/2-inch angled brush was made for painting trim and cutting in. Look for quality brands like Wooster, Purdy and Benjamin Moore. Rollers: A standard 9-inch roller with a synthetic core and 3/8-inch nap is a classic. “Test the core: Take your thumb and index finger and push down on each side on the
Paintbrush cleaner: It ensures that painting newbies get their quality brushes completely clean for future use. Clear plastic bucket: It’s easier to pour paint into these containers than to work from a quart or gallon. Roller trays: Instead of metal, buy a heavy-duty plastic tray. They’re rigid, but when you go to clean them, the latex paint doesn’t stick and comes right off. Roller extension pole: An extendable 2-foot roller extension should work in most spaces, but keep the height of your ceiling in mind when shopping for supplies. Sturdy ladder: A standard 6-foot aluminum or fiberglass ladder that fits your weight specifications (don’t forget that you need to add on approximately how much you’ll be carrying up it) is a good investment piece. Touch-up tool: For quick paint touch-ups around the house, invest in the Shur-Line Touch Up Painter, available at hardware stores. “If your walls take a lot of abuse, this little gadget holds extra paint for easy touch ups,” says Manfredini.
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Charming 3/1 bungalow is now available! Located a short walk or bike ride to VSU or SGMC, but tucked back in a cozy, quiet section of Cranford Ave. Curb appeal will be the first thing you notice, with the large southern front porch. Just the right amount of updates while keeping the charm of a classic! Open kitchen & breakfast area that looks into large great room. Great room w/fireplace as well as the 2 guest rooms! Kitchen is very spacious w/pantry & bar area. Wood plantation shutters through out this home! Great fenced in back yard with brick paver patio. Shed. 3 bdrms - 1 bath - 1498 sq ft - 0.28 Acre MLS#127811. $167,000
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Investors or home buyers...This brick home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Conveniently located 10 min from MAFB and less than 5 from SGMC! Garage has been turned into a massive bedroom . Open kitchen area into great room. Dining room and laundry/ workout space! Master bedroom is also very spacious and includes 2 bathrooms! Storage space abounds in this classic brick ranch! Property has been rented for several years to the same tenant, so it would also make a great investment property! 3 bdrms - 2 baths - 1703 sq ft MLS# 126760. $134,900
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4 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath, 1851 SF, 0.5 Acre New construction home on half acre to be completed by end of Feburary/March 2022 MLS#127753 l $269,900 l Call Nathan
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RAY CITY
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5 Bdrm, 4 Bath, 2900 SF, 0.57 Acre New construction scheduled to be completed by end of April 2022 in Kinderlou Forest MLS#127143 l $559,900 l Call Nathan
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4 Bdrm, 3 Bath, 2263 SF, 0.29 Acre Beautiful Home in Kinderlou Forest Subdivision Located in a cul-de-sac with fenced-in yard MLS#126705 l $354,900 l Call Doralee
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LAKE PARK
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NEW CONSTRUCTION
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VALDOSTA
3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, 1450 SF, 0.3 Acre New construction home to be completed March 2022 at a very affordable price! MLS#127421 l $189,900 l Call Nathan
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VALDOSTA
3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, 1360 SF, 0.22 Acres New construction located just minutes from SGMC, VSU, MAFB, & new high school MLS#127723 l $169,900 l Call Nathan
LAKE PARK
PENDING
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VALDOSTA
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4 Bdrm, 2 Bath, 1573 SF, 0.44 Acre Brand new construction home to be completed April 2022 MLS#127422 l $199,900 l Call Nathan
4 Bdrms, 2 Bath, 1573 SF. 0.41 Acre Brand new construction home to be completed Jan 2022 at a affordable price! MLS#127089 l $199,900 l Call Nathan
LAKE PARK
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about all of what I think they did to create houses that would stand the test of time, but today let’s just focus on covered front porches. A covered front porch is really an outdoor room. Today many AskTheBuilder_Template.indd 1 homeowners are trying to accomplish the same thing by putting a shade sail over an outdoor deck or patio. Little do they know, the concept of staying out of the sun and rain outdoors is by no means new! It’s hard to know exactly what the primary purpose of the covered front porch was years ago, but I can tell you that front doors last so much
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You can't always do this in an existing home, especially if the ceilings in the room are finished with drywall or plaster. As you tilt the wall up, it binds against the ceiling. If you're challenged by a finished ceiling, you'll most likely have to install your top and bottom plates, making sure the plates are
Building a new interior wall in an existing house can be much different from doing it on a new home job site. When we carpenters build a wall for a new home, we typically build it flat on the floor. longer if protected from the rain. you don't know. Keep in mind this Water commonly leaks into homes was decades before the Internet with front doors that are not covered, and YouTube. You have no idea if the requests for help streaming into what an advantage you now have my Ask Tim page at AsktheBuilder. when you have to educate yourself com are any indication. about how to repair and build things around your home. Count your A blessings! covered front porch is really an outdoor room. Building a new interior wallToday in an many homeowners aredifferent trying existing house can be much from doing it on the a new home job to accomplish same thing site. When we carpenters build an a by putting a shade sail over wall outdoor for a newdeck home,orwe typically patio. build it flat on the floor. Once all the studs are nailed to the bottom and top plates, weyears tilt the up andby In fact, two agowall I stopped so it was doesn't fall over. asecure houseitthat under construction just a mile from my own home. All of the siding was on and the inside drywall had just been finished. Fortunately, there was no finished flooring installed. There was no porch at the front door. I took a photograph of a huge water stain on the subfloor where water had pooled. A covered front porch would have prevented this, not to mention professionally installed flashing under the door. If you’re planning to build a new home or do an extensive remodel of your existing home, give serious consideration to a front porch that’s
got a nice roof over it. Be sure you make itin at least 9 feet deep you can plumb the same plane.so You'll put chairs, a love then cut each wall seat stud and to fitpossibly snugly a between the on plates andnot toenail them small table it and be cramped in forplace. space.Drill angled pilot holes in theA ends of theporch wall studs for for the a covered makes nails. Use nooutdoor less thanplayroom 3-inch-longfor delightful 16d sinker Inails wall children. haveto aconnect photo the of myself studs at ageto 5the orplates. 6 playing a board game with my neighbor Cathyyou Conrad and If there is no ceiling, can tilt her wall sisteruponsotheir covered the longamazing as you orient porch. was my age, as and the wall Cathy in the same direction we’dfloor oftenjoists playabove. on thisYou porch in the the simply summer raintheshower. That make sureduring the topa of wall rises wayinwe stayed two out parallel of the way up between floor of Cathy’s mom, inside. you joists. Once thewho wallwas is vertical, I then realize years can slide that it into 100 position underago homeowners used their front porches as their social media platform. You spent time on the porch to see who was doing what on your street. You were able to have conversations with neighbors walking by as you now do on your smartphone. For this reason, you may want to put a smaller covered front porch on and spend your money on a much larger one in the back of your home where you can text, tweet and press the thumbs-up button in a more private setting. Have fun and stay dry!
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HOME RENOVATIONS
6 GREAT BATHROOM TRENDS TO TRY Bathrooms aren’t just utilitarian spaces anymore; they’re becoming personalized, spa-like retreats. If you’re ready to hit refresh on your bathroom, these eight ideas will inspire you to turn this everyday space into a calming sanctuary. 1. ACCENT WALLS
4. NATURAL TONES AND TEXTURES
Homeowners and designers are increasingly using accent walls to amp up interest in the bathroom. These can be used to liven up a neutral palette or help draw focus to a show-stopping feature, such as a soaking tub or custom vanity.
As homeowners seek to create a calming space, subtle natural hues are on the rise. In addition, natural materials like wood and marble blend beautifully with a wide range of color palettes. Whether you prefer a minimalist Scandinavian look, a rustic farmhouse vibe or a traditional feel, natural tones and textures work well with a variety of design styles. To help modernize the space, incorporate a small dose of black to ground the look.
If you decide to add an accent wall to your bathroom, carefully choose which wall to showcase. Look to the features around or on the wall to help you decide. If you’re still not sure which wall is best, select the one most visible from the doorway. 2. FREESTANDING VANITIES Personalization continues to be a top priority for homeowners, and freestanding vanities (with their furniture-like appeal) present a great opportunity to add a custom look. Plus, freestanding vanities generally offer the same design and storage options as built-ins, but at a less expensive price point. Updating your vanity is one of the quickest ways to change the look of your bathroom without undertaking an entire remodel. To customize your freestanding vanity even further, swap out the hardware with pulls in your favorite metallic finish, then accessorize the countertop with a pretty tray or vase. 3. BLACK ACCENTS Though hardware and faucet finishes are one way to try this trend, you can also go with deep-hued vanities, black accent walls and even plumbing fixtures. Used sparingly, black accents can provide a pop of contrast in a traditional white bathroom. When applied liberally, black accents help foster a glamorous vibe.
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5. DOUBLE VANITIES As the average house size increases, bigger master bathrooms mean more opportunities to incorporate convenient design elements like double vanities. Although double sinks can reduce the amount of usable counter space, many manufacturers are now addressing that issue with creative storage solutions. Vanities outfitted with power outlets, full-extension drawers and custom holders for grooming tools can help minimize clutter and make the most of limited space. Side-by-side vanities are another stylish choice with numerous customization options. 6. LARGE SHOWERS When space allows, homeowners are ditching the shower-bath combo and opting for a walk-in shower and equally luxurious tub. A larger shower area presents ample opportunity for introducing customization and spa-like extras. Add an element of luxury with built-in storage niches or a teak bench lined with pampering products. ©2022 Meredith Corporation. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
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4 MUST-KNOW TIPS FOR HOMEBUYERS As we ended 2021, the U.S. was short between 5.5 million and 6.8 million housing units, according to the National Association of Realtors. That includes single-family detached homes, townhomes, condos and rentals, of all stripes and price points. With the Federal Reserve’s recent announcement that it will raise the federal funds rate three times in 2022, that means mortgage interest rates are likely to rise above the current historic lows. What does it mean for you? There will continue to be a shortage of homes to buy and they’re going to be even less affordable than they are now. What can you do if buying a home is on your bucket list?
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Know what you can afford. The problem with viewing beautiful homes for sale online or on television, is that it shapes what you want in a home. You can imagine yourself sitting on a beautiful white couch in front of a roaring fireplace, your marble-topped kitchen island in the background. There’s nothing wrong with that vision, other than you may not be able to afford it. And, with interest rates likely rising in 2022, it’s more important than ever to know exactly what you can afford to spend on your dream home. Start with the four key components of affordability: How much you have saved for a down payment; how much your household earns; what debt you carry; and, your credit score. Your credit score will directly affect the interest rate on the loan, which has a multiplier effect on how much you can borrow. Your debt service (how much you pay each month) will be subtracted from the total amount you can spend on your mortgage, taxes and homeowners insurance. Once you have a handle on these four components, it’s time to get preapproved for your loan.
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Get preapproved for your mortgage. When you get preapproved, your lender agrees in writing to fund your loan, provided the home you choose appraises out in value. Getting preapproved allows you to know precisely how much mortgage you can carry because the lender will take into account your debt payments, income and credit score. Once you have this number, you’ll add the amount you have available for a down payment to come up with the approximate purchase price. (Don’t forget to set aside the few months of cash reserves the lender will require.) One thing to remember is that a preapproval letter is not the same thing as getting prequalified for your loan. A true preapproval letter from a lender means a lender has reviewed your credit, undertaken a review of your file and decided they will fund your loan. A prequalification letter is when a lender lets you know that, based on the unverified information
the lender has from you, the lender believes you are qualified for a certain loan amount. Some lenders will give you a preapproval letter, but it includes so many qualifications, it really doesn’t amount to a true preapproval.)
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Decide what tradeoffs you’re willing to make. Of course, you won’t be able to afford everything on your wish list. So, make two lists: everything you want in a home and everything you can’t live without. In her book, “100 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask,” Ilyce calls this the “Reality Check.” Building these two lists will help you understand what tradeoffs you’re willing to make in order to get most of what you want. Think through these lists carefully, because each choice and the prioritization you afford it, has real-world consequences. In the book, Ilyce recounts how we traded off a parking space for a wood-burning fireplace – and what a mistake that was when we got our first car.
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Get smart about the process. Put together your homebuying team, including an experienced traditional real estate agent or exclusive buyer agent, professional home inspector, mortgage lender, if you’re buying investment property, tax expert, and a real estate attorney, where real estate attorneys are customarily used. All of these professionals should willingly and kindly share their knowledge and expertise. If not, find someone else. Given that almost all residential real estate markets will stay tilted toward sellers for the foreseeable future, you’ll need to be as smart as you can in order to find a home you can love. To that end, be sure to educate yourself: Read, ask questions, and challenge your own assumptions. And remember, the homes you tour probably won’t look as good as the ones you see on TV, so don’t be discouraged. Once you close on a home, you can spend the rest of your life redecorating it to your heart’s content.
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3 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 936 sq ft MLS#127221 - $79,900 Call Dee Staten 229-539-0724
3 bdrms, 3.5 baths. 3413 sq ft MLS#127332 - $399,900 Call Jake Howell 229-356-3670
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QUITMAN
VALDOSTA
VALDOSTA
4 bdrms, 3 baths. 3162 sq ft MLS#127447 - $775,000 Call Jake Howell 229-356-3670
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 2173 sq ft. MLS#127483 - $104,900 Call Jake Howell 229-356-3670
4 bdrms, 2 baths. 1436 sq ft. MLS#127492 - $109,900 Call Jake Howell 229-356-3670
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ASHBURN
VALDOSTA
VALDOSTA
2 bdrms, 2 baths. 2206 sq ft MLS#127651 - $179,900 Call Bart Fountain 229-445-0311
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 924 sq ft MLS#127660 - $84,500 Call Bart Fountain 229-445-0311
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 1861 sq ft MLS#128354 - $159,900 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
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LAKE PARK
3 bdrms, 3 baths. 2520 sq ft MLS#128389 - $695,000 Call Wendy Woodruff 229-356-1380
LAKE PARK
3 bdrms, 2.5 baths. 2191 sq ft MLS#127802 - $275,000 Call Michael Williams 229-834-2356
VALDOSTA
5 bdrms, 5.5 baths. 7153 sq ft. MLS#127807 - $1,699,500 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
www.homesinvaldosta.com • www.facebook.com/homesinvaldosta
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1100 N. Patterson St. Valdosta, GA 31601
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LAKE PARK
7 bdrms, 6 full & 3 half baths. 7269 sq ft MLS#127861 - $1,497,000 Call Jon Bollinger 229-269-3687
0.71 Acres MLS#127903 - $99,900 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 1966 sq ft MLS#127966 - $499,900 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
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VALDOSTA
VALDOSTA
LAKE PARK
4 bdrms, 2.5 baths. 2359 sq ft MLS#127970 - $420,000 Call Graham Fiveash 229-460-8359
4 bdrms, 2 baths. 2391 sq ft MLS#128037 - $230,000 Call Graham Fiveash 229-460-8359
4 bdrms, 2 baths. 1820 sq ft MLS#128279 - $259,900 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
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HAHIRA
VALDOSTA
4 bdrms, 3 baths. 2563 sq ft MLS#128344 - $339,900 Call Jon Bollinger 229-269-3687
4 bdrms, 2 baths. 1655 sq ft MLS#128346 - $184,900 Call DoraLee Smith 229-292-4842
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 1563 sq ft MLS#128348 - $214,900 Call Jake Howell 229-356-3670
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PENDING QUITMAN
PENDING VALDOSTA
PENDING VALDOSTA
62.71 Acres MLS#128266 - $279,500 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
4 bdrms, 2 baths. 1550 sq ft. MLS#128267 - $212,400 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
4 bdrms, 2.5 baths. 2352 sq ft MLS#128290 - $285,000 Call Ann Guess 229-251-4210
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PENDING VALDOSTA
4 bdrms, 2 baths. 1573 sq ft MLS#128294 - $209,900 Call Stacy Touchton 229-251-9730
PENDING VALDOSTA
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 1226 sq ft MLS#128352 - $155,000 Call Wendy Cook 229-300-7202
PENDING RAY CITY
3 bdrms, 2 baths. 1138 sq ft MLS#128368 - $119,900 Call Nathan Smith 229-563-4199
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GARNER REALTY GROUP, LLC 602 N. Davis St., Nashville, GA
229.686.1931
Darlene Garner
AEison Crews
Broker/Owner
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0.23 ACRE
HAHIRA
4 Bdrms - 2.5 Baths - 2044 Sq Ft MLS#128148 - $316,900
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0.65 ACRE
ADEL
Block and metal covered building with office spaces, MLS#128178 - $179,900
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54.88 ACRES
ADEL
STATENVILLE
4 Bdrms - 3.5 Baths - 3243 Sq Ft MLS#128218 - $399,900
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0.39 ACRE
54.88 acres ideal for homesite or recreation. MLS#128307 - $164,900
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0.16 ACRE
NASHVILLE
3 Bdrms - 2 Baths - 1325 Sq Ft MLS#128388 - $179,900
NASHVILLE
2 Bdrms - 1 Bath - 768 Sq Ft MLS#128406 - $64,900
www.GarnerRealtyGroup.com
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