MLS #449016. Meticulous home! Don't miss out! 20 min. to Downtown Mall in Cville! GREAT VALUE! Crown molding, wainscotting, French doors, tray ceiling. Updated kitchen - stainless steel appliances, updated carpet w/anti-allergen padding, upgraded 3 ton heat pump, large bedrooms, 2 closets in master suite. Gorgeously landscaped, oversized deck for entertaining, peaceful setting, trails. Oversized 2 car garage insulated & dry-walled with walk up attic & additional 6 circuit panel box for future use. Lg shed.
MLS #457131. Great Location! 8 min. to UVA & Downtown Mall. 1st floor master suite w/dual closets, garden tub, separate shower. Eat-in fully remodeled kitchen plus formal dining. Gas fireplace, private back yard, on cul-de-sac. Worry-free: Lawn care & exterior maintenance included in HOA dues. Lease option or lease purchase available, $1950/mo, see MLS 457138. New $28k kitchen 11/1/08.
I have just listed 23.8 ACRES with spectacular mountain views and 4 DIVISION RIGHTS on Stony Point Rd. in Barboursville, VA (Albemarle County). This property has a 3 BR/3 BA 2,260 sf ranch-style home w/ with hardwood flooring & 2 wood burning fireplaces. Quite the find for builders and investors at $561,900. See either MLS 460974 or 461042. BRING OFFERS!
Scott Mactavish, a former Hollywood insider and US Navy vet, will be screening his film GOD AND COUNTRY this Memorial Day Weekend, Sunday and Monday at the Elks Club at Darden Towe Park in Charlottesville, VA.
5:00 pm both days.
Admission is free and open to the public. A Q&A session with the director will follow.
More to know:
GOD AND COUNTRY: Untold Stories of the American Military A Scott Mactavish Film Run time: 55 minutes
American troops have a long and noble tradition of humanitarian service. From handing out candy bars and care packages to street children, to offering medical and dental care to the poor, to building churches and orphanages in third world countries... these American men and women commit thousands of hours to the service of others around the world, without expectation of gratitude or praise. GOD AND COUNTRY examines these heroes and their missions, and reveals a side of the military rarely mentioned in the mainstream media.
The film also profiles the extraordinary character of Bradley T. "Brad" Arms, a Charlottesville, VA native and Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity brother at the University of Georgia who enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and ultimately gave his life so that others may live free of tyranny. Brad was a Marine, but also a man of strong faith who dedicated his life to the service of his fellow man.
I have several home and land listings on my website at www.findhomesincharlottesville.com for anyone who has clients looking in the Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas.
Beautiful country dream home on almost 6 acres in Charlottesville, VA (Albemarle County). Walking/hiking trails ... 1.5 story Cap Cod w/ 3 BR/2.5 BA. Lots of great features to see! MLS 450864 -$364,900.
Meticulously-maintained home on almost 2 acres in Troy, VA (Louisa County). 2-car garage, updated. 3-ton heat pump. Mountain View Estates near Zions Crossroads. MUST SEE! MLS 449016 - $284,900.
Cute bungalow on 3.5 acres in North Garden, VA (Albemarle County). Lots of potential w/ TLC. Single story w/ 3 BR/1BA. Blue Ridge Mountain views. GREAT LOCATION! MLS 450269 - $159,900.
PRIME LOCATION - 17+ acres on James Madison Hwy in Palmyra, VA (Fluvanna County). Beautiful wooded property w/ running stream on Rt. 15 road frontage. Across from new Rivanna River Resort at Camp Friendship/Laurel Hill Golf Course. MLS 450553 - $199,900.
3.5 acres for sale in N. Garden, VA (Albemarle County). Mountain, pasture, stream and farm views. Has cottage on site with potential. Just needs some TLC. MLS 450294 - $159,900.
For photos and details, please visit the "Property Search" page of my website. And, feel free to call with any questions. You can be sure that your clients will receive the highest quality service from me!
Cynthia Hash, Realtor/SRES Keller Williams Realty Charlottesville, VA (434) 220-2251 office (434) 531-5351 cell www.FindHomesInCharlottesville.com
Several years ago, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched a campaign to raise public awareness of the importance of individuals knowing their family health history. Since many diseases can run in families (cancer, heart disease, diabetes, etc.), knowing your own family's history could help prevent your getting the disease and even save your life. For more information, visit www.hhs.gov/familyhistory. At your next family reunion, you'll have plenty to share!
By the way, here's an interesting tid bit about the American health insurance crisis. According to the AARP Bulletin*, from 2005 to 2006, there was an increase of 2.2 million Americans without health insurance coverage.
We've all seen changes in the housing market lately. If you purchased a house in 2004-05, your equity is growing slower than expected due to buyers' market conditions. In a sellers' market, equity tends to grow at a higher rate of return. In 2003-05, sales prices grew about 10%-16% in the Charlottesville and surrounding areas. It tapered off to about 6% in 2006 and 2% in 2007. This shows a pattern of a housing boom for 2 years, a correction period for 2 years, now it's a more "normal" market.
It's a great time to buy if you plan on staying in your house for at least 5 years. Supply and demand determines market and price. With too much supply, buyers become more choosey or shy away from buying, prices drop, and number of Days on Market (DOM) increases. If not enough supply, demand increases, houses may get multiple offers, and prices increase.
In 2006-07, we saw an increase in supply and a decrease in demand for houses, compared to 2004-05, resulting in a decrease in # of sales and longer DOM. Homes are now averaging 30 days longer DOM than in 2005.
There's so much more I could share, but it may be better to send you a "market snapshot" of your neighborhood to show you how your home compares. If you're interested, contact me. Also, if you or anyone you know may be thinking of buying, selling, or investing in real estate, please let me put my experience to work for you or your friend.
Thinking about remodeling your home? Many homeowners don't think about remodeling until they're ready to sell. This is wise, but, only in part. Remodeling recovery rates were down in 2007 from 2006 due to rising remodeling costs and slowing home appreciations. Currently, if a remodel is recently completed before listing it for sale, the recoup rate ranges from 60-86%, depending upon the project. This may change a homeowner's perspective - make the decision to do the remodel job based on your own personal enjoyment first, but, get an experienced Realtor's advice regarding the remodel project of choice for resale purposes in the future.
Remodeling "cost versus value" varies widely depending upon other factors in the house and the surrounding area: location, market conditions, competition, condition of the rest of the house, values of neighboring properties, and wise remodeling project decisions to maximize the rate of return. For instance, a home office remodel project will only yield about a 60% rate of return upon sale on a $25k investment. In our region, the highest remodeling recoup rates have been (approx.): $11k fiber-cement siding replacement at 89%, $9k wood deck addition at 85%, $20k kitchen remodel at 83%, and $54k basement remodel at 81%. Bottom line - keep your house up every year that you live there and it won't be so overwhelming when it's time to sell.
Buying? Consider it a 5+ year investment and let me put you in touch with a reputable lender. Selling? Contact me if you'd like a "market snapshot" of your neighborhood to show you how your home compares.
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