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Homebuyer Tax Credit Changes 2009-2010 - Ashland and Medford Homes Sales Info

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:45:06 -0600

Home sales in Ashland and Medford area should remain steady now that Congress has passed new legislation that:

Extends the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit of up to $8,000 to first-time home buyers until April 30, 2010.

Expands the credit to grant up to $6,500 credit to current home owners purchasing a new or existing home between November 7, 2009 and April 30, 2010. This is for home purchases up to $800,000.

If you have specific questions or need additional information, please contact a tax professional or the Internal Revenue Service at 800-829-1040.

To see a comparison chart CLICK HERE.

Affordable Ashland Home with possible Rental Unit

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:10:12 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

621 Altamont St., Ashland, OR

Special Cottage & Guest Unit Set-Up Near Downtown Ashland

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $355,000

Year Built	1951
Sq Footage	984
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	None
Lot Size	.16 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Special cottage & guest unit set-up near downtown Ashland. Main floor living has 1+ bedroom (could convert back to 2 bedroom) with a view from the deck & tile bathroom, fireplace, hardwood floors. Downstairs has a separate legal rental unit with partial tile floors, tile bathroom, and patio. Also a shop area or ? The grounds have been carefully planned and designed by a horticulturist with seasonal flowerings of drought tolerant & deer resistant plants & trees all framed by walkways and stairs. There is also a storage shed, garden area & water feature. There is room to expand inside and out.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central heat	- Fireplace	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven
- Basement	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 1
Photo 1	Photo 2
Rental Kitchen	Photo 4

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 22, 2009, 3:10pm PDT

Affordable Old East Medford Home under $200,000

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:07:26 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

135 S. Keeneway Dr., Medford, OR

50's Charmer in Old East Medford

3BR/1.5BA Single Family House

offered at $190,000

Year Built	1948
Sq Footage	1,523
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	.24 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

50's Charmer in Old East Medford. Lots of style including nice built-in storage, fireplace, niche in dining room, hardwood flooring, cultured marble surround and re-enameled bath tub, new vinyl in kitchen, solid sunroom addition with 9 foot ceilings, skylights, expansive front lawn with mature trees and nicely fenced backyard too. Live comfortably now with room to expand if desired.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Hardwood floor	- Living room	- Dishwasher
- Stove/Oven	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 26, 2009, 1:18pm PDT

One Week Left to Buy this Ashland Oregon Home!

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:24:13 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

129 High Street, Ashland, OR

Classic Craftsman Close to Downtown Ashland!

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $384,000

Year Built	1906
Sq Footage	1,037
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	None
Lot Size	0.07 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

This charming craftsman home, located 2 blocks from the plaza, has been lovingly restored and updated from the roof to the landscaping. Features include central air conditioning, eucalyptus hardwood floors, new appliances, skylight and solar tubes, new windows, custom lighting, automatic irrigation system, built-in storage, upgraded electrical and plumbing throughout, master bath with original claw foot tub, excellent storage in basement.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Hardwood floor	- Living room	- Breakfast nook
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Washer	- Dryer	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 9, 2009, 2:28pm PDT

Medford Home in Lone Pine School District, omly $209,900!

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:22:19 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

922 Brookdale Ave., Medford, OR

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $209,000

Year Built	1978
Sq Footage	1,561
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.23 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Extra Special East Medford Home! Recently remodeled home on large lot with mature trees. Granite countertops in kitchen, fireplace, new Oak floors and carpet, upgraded baths, crown moulding in sunken living room, new paint, Lone Pine School. Ready to move into! Room for smaller RV or boat. Shed. No through traffic on this part of Brookdale.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Hardwood floor	- Living room	- Breakfast nook
- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 14, 2009, 1:27pm PDT

The Prize of Medford! Affordable and not a short sale or a REO

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:19:07 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

730 Summer Glen, Medford, OR

A Prize in Southwest Medford

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $169,900

Year Built	1999
Sq Footage	1,185
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.14 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Well maintained home with all laminate wood floors, vaulted living room, natural light, nice sized backyard with large covered patio, mature trees, peaceful, auto-sprinklers, horse shoe pit. Home feels bigger than actual square feet, split floor plan, two car garage, near golf course, Fichtner Mainwaring park, stores.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 12, 2009, 1:35pm PDT

HOPE event in Medford - Loan Modification Help and Foreclosure Prevention

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:15:07 -0500

Southern Oregon residents concerned about losing their home to foreclosure can receive help Saturday, Oct. 17, at an event in Medford organized by several government agencies, nonprofits, and real estate organizations.

The Home Ownership Preservation Event (HOPE) will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the SOU/RCC Higher Education Center at 101 South Bartlett in Medford. At the free event, homeowners can learn about the options available to help them save their homes, including the federal Making Home Affordable Plan and Oregon's Senate Bill 628, which gives homeowners the right to meet with their lender to discuss a loan modification.

Homeowners can set up a one-on-one meeting with a foreclosure counselor certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Both English- and Spanish-speaking counselors will be available. Government agencies, lenders and loan servicers, lawyers, and Realtors also will be on hand to provide information and answer questions. Also attending will be servicers from Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Chase.

The event will offer free clinics on the Making Home Affordable Plan, short sales, and avoiding foreclosure scams.

To register for the event, homeowners can call ACCESS Inc. at 541-774-4305.

Sponsors of the Medford event include: ACCESS Inc., the Department of Consumer and Business Services, Oregon Department of Justice, Oregon Housing and Community Services, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, the Center for Nonprofit Legal Services, City of Ashland, City of Medford, Grants Pass Association of Realtors, Southern Oregon Housing Resource Center, Rogue Valley Association of Realtors, SOFCU Community Credit Union, and the SOU/RCC Higher Education Center.

This is the second Home Ownership Preservation Event the state has helped organize. The first event was held at Portland's Memorial Coliseum in May.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services, the Department of Justice, and Oregon Housing and Community Services have been working with the legislature, and consumer groups to protect Oregonians from mortgage fraud and provide resources to homeowners facing foreclosure.

The agencies have provided funding for foreclosure counseling using proceeds from Oregon settlements exposing mortgage fraud. Homeowners can call 1-800-SAFENET or log onto www.211info.org to find a counselor in their area. In addition, the state launched a new Web site for homeowners at http://foreclosurehelp.oregon.gov. The site contains information and resources to help homeowners prevent foreclosure, avoid scams, and better understand the foreclosure process.

A new bill passed this year will further help homeowners. Senate Bill 628 requires lenders to meet with borrowers facing foreclosure - either in person or by phone - and evaluate whether they qualify for a loan modification. A loan modification could help borrowers lower their monthly payments and keep their home.

Empty or Full, Which Half are You?

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:25:02 -0500

Every day there is someone's opinion on the economy. In particular, I am focused on the housing market. I know opinions are like belly buttons - every one has one, but....How can there be a so many conflicting opinions???

The LA times just posted an opinion that said there is no pent up demand for housing and hence there will really never a be quick recovery and it will take many years to see any real appreciation. But, the National Association of Realtor's, economist, says just the opposite - we have pent up demand, and it is, and will fuel a housing recovery.

I guess the glass is half full, but full of what? I think the housing sector will recover slowly, but definitely in the next few years....So i guess I think it is half full.

What about you - full or empty?

Affordable Ashland Oregon Home

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:00:35 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

291 E Hersey St, Ashland, OR

Cute 1940's Cottage Close to Downtown Ashland!

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $229,900

Year Built	1949
Sq Footage	1,078
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	None
Lot Size	.17 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Cute 1940's Cottage close to downtown Ashland. Two bedrooms, two baths, 1078 square feet, newer roof and siding, newer heat system, updated kitchen, skylight, nice sized lot with decent views. Large willow in the front provides good shade, mature plantings in the back form a nice garden foundation. This is a nice small home or potential rental investment.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Living room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Washer	- Dryer
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 14, 2009, 10:42am PDT

Ashland Oregon Home with Rental Unit

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:57:53 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

621 Altamont St., Ashland, OR

Special Cottage & Guest Unit Set-Up Near Downtown Ashland

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $363,000

Year Built	1951
Sq Footage	984
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	None
Lot Size	.16 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central heat	- Fireplace	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven
- Basement	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 1
Photo 1	Photo 2
Rental Kitchen	Photo 4

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 23, 2009, 10:28am PDT

Affordable Ashland Oregon Home

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:26:10 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

291 E Hersey St, Ashland, OR

Cute 1940's Cottage Close to Downtown Ashland!

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $229,900

Year Built	1949
Sq Footage	1,078
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	None
Lot Size	.17 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Living room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Washer	- Dryer
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 14, 2009, 10:42am PDT

Are Home Sales in the Ashland and Medford area Improving?

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:23:59 -0500

According to L. Yun, NAR's chief economist, "summer is not the only thing that has ended. The world-wide economic recession is also essentially over. Led by countries such as Brazil, India, and, in particular, China, the economies of the world are digging themselves out of that recessionary ditch."
The most important factor for those of you trying to "figure out" the real estate market locally in the Ashland and Medford area this means the number of home sales is going up (at least more than last year), inventory has slowly, but surely gone down in the last year, and home prices don't seem to be going down (at least not under $350k). In fact, in the bottom end of the price range, I have seen price wars and an increase in the property prices. Good news for those buyers who were not afraid to buy about 8 months ago.

French Style Ashland Home with Pool now only $695,000

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:25:09 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

1656 Ross Lane, Ashland, OR

Lovely Country French Home in Ashland!

4BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $695,000

Year Built	2003
Sq Footage	2,782
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	.22 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Lovely Country French Home in Ashland! Bask in the amenities of this 4 bedroom, 3 bath green built stucco home including Black walnut flooring, custom Italian tile work, imported French light fixtures, gourmet kitchen w/ Viking range, Marmoleum flooring & Sub-zero appliances, and an elegant master suite w/ private covered deck and fabulous views. The gardens are strictly organic with fruit trees & raised beds, plus there's a salt water pool, expansive patio & lifetime Port Orford Cedar arbor & fencing. The detached garage includes a full bath and 500 sqft office/guest suite. Wonderful!!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Living room	- Dining room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Swimming pool

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

- Covered parking

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Wonderful Outdoor Living
Salt Water Pool	Living & Dining Area
Entry & Living Area	Custom Kitchen

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 15, 2009, 9:37am PDT

Cutest Craftsman Cottage Home in Ashland Oregon, now $384,000

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:23:22 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

129 High Street, Ashland, OR

Classic Craftsman Close to Downtown Ashland!

2BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $384,000

Year Built	1906
Sq Footage	1,037
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	None
Lot Size	0.07 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Hardwood floor	- Living room	- Breakfast nook
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Washer	- Dryer	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 14, 2009, 3:16pm PDT

Rogue River Area Ranchette, Live the Oregon Dream

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:24:33 -0500

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Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

6537 Rogue River Hwy., Rogue River, OR

Everything You'd Want In Country Living!

2BR/1.5BA Single Family House

offered at $372,900

Year Built	1965
Sq Footage	1,429
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	15.77 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Everything you'd want in Country living! Solid 1429 square foot home with 2 fireplaces, large country kitchen with lots of cabinets, new laminate floors in dining, newer metal roof, new exterior paint, self contained, approx. 350 square foot, 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest log cabin with kitchen, workshop. 15 acres with a combination of pastures for animals and/or alfalfa, pear orchard, fruit trees of every kind, soaring shade trees, tree lined entry road, high quality growing soil, irrigation rights and system, small animal barn & timber. The only thing missing is YOU.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Fireplace	- Tile floor	- Living room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Microwave
- Washer	- Dryer	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 18, 2009, 12:25pm PDT

Newer Ashland Home with Nice Views

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:25:01 -0500

Kristi Gomez, Broker/Realtor | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 261-2094

2713 Clay Creek Way, Ashland, OR

Clay Creek Gardens

3BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $425,000

Year Built	2003
Sq Footage	2,051
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.09 acres
HOA/Maint	$25 per month

DESCRIPTION

Beautiful views, covered porches, decks and more! Great room with rock surround gas fireplace, breakfast bar, granite kitchen counters, and dining area. Office/den with French doors, built in bookcases and a door to the side patio. Large deck off master bedroom with 180 degree, expansive views. Laundry room with utility sink and lots of cupboards. Wood wrapped windows and doors. Coat closet with pocket door is wired for computer desk. Located in sought after Clay Creek Gardens neighborhood. Beautiful roses, lawn, garden space, natural gas hook up for BBQ on back deck. HOA dues $300 annually.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- High/Vaulted ceiling	- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Living room	- Office/Den
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4

Contact info:

Kristi Gomez, Broker/Realtor

Coldwell Banker Pro West

261-2094

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 25, 2009, 11:31am PDT

Downtown Ashland Oregon Condo -Location, Location, Location

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:37:17 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

71 Water Street, #301, Ashland, OR

Desirable Water Street Condominium

3BR/2BA Condo

offered at $566,000

Year Built	1997
Sq Footage	1,786
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$250 per month

DESCRIPTION

Desirable Ashland Creek Condominium with gorgeous gardens, creekside setting and all the amenities of downtown Ashland & Lithia Park. Lovely top-floor, corner unit in great condition with slate entry, 9-foot ceilings and crown moldings, gas fireplace, temperature controlled wine room, open tile kitchen with eating bar and gas cooking, spacious master suite with jetted tub and separate shower, 3rd bedroom/den with view deck and built-in bookcases. Security parking garage, elevator for convenient access, $250 monthly HOA dues. What a Winner!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Tile floor	- Living room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

- Secured entry

- Elevator

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 27, 2009, 10:23am PDT

Ashland and Medford Homes and Real Estate Sales Info

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:34:02 -0500

Below are some of the recent statistics posted by the Southern Oregon Multiple Listing Service (Ashland & Medford Oregon area). These statistics compare July 2008 to July 2009:

The Months Supply of Inventory in all areas have gone down. Overall Jackson County's supply has gone down from over 14 months supply to 8 months supply. The number os homes for sale in Ashland has gone down from over 18 months to about 10 months supply. The number of homes for sale in East Medford has gone from 14.5 months to 8 months, and West Medford from 9 to 5 months. Good news for sellers.

Pending home sales in Ashland have gone up from 23 to 28 in this time period, East Medford declined from 47 to 46, West Medford increase from 27 to 52!!, and the county overall saw an increase from 155 to 201 sales which is approx. a 30% increase in the number of sales.

Affordable Homes in Medford and Ashland Oregon? Data says yes.

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:29:58 -0500

According to an article in RIS Mediahousing affordability continues to be near highest level in 18 Years. RIS media says "The HOI showed that 72.3% of all new and existing homes sold in the second quarter of 2009 were affordable to families earning the national median income of $64,000, down only slightly from the record-high 72.5% during the previous quarter and up from 55.0% during the second quarter of 2008."

Most experts equate the affordability to be related to low interest rates and the first time home buyer's credit of $8000. I personally believe all of this is true based on my experience as an agent in Ashland and Medford area. In some cases, I am seeing home prices at their 2001 or 2002 price level.

Although inventory has come down in the last year, there are still many choices for buyer. You can log unto my webpage at www.ashlandprowest.com and use the new easy property search to look for you home.

Also on our website is a link to JackStats which provides local home sales statistics.

Rogue River Ranchette, Country Living at it's Best!

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:26:04 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

6537 Rogue River Hwy., Rogue River, OR

Everything You'd Want In Country Living!

2BR/1.5BA Single Family House

offered at $372,900

Year Built	1965
Sq Footage	1,429
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	15.77 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Fireplace	- Tile floor	- Living room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Microwave
- Washer	- Dryer	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 18, 2009, 12:25pm PDT

Ashland Oregon View Home reduced to $550,000. Great Price, Great Home!

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:22:40 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

1800 Peachey Road, Ashland, OR

A Matchless Modern Home!

3BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $550,000

Year Built	1990
Sq Footage	2,670
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.25 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

A Matchless Modern Home Close to Walking & Hiking Trails & Southern Oregon University!!! Mostly single level home with a panoramic view. Enjoy the vaulted ceilings, skylights, private patios and decks, wood floors, wood-clad windows, double-sided fireplace, wet bar, sub-zero refrigerator, wine vault, all while living on a spacious private lot in town. The master suite has a sitting area with a view and recently remodeled bath with soaking tub, walk-in slate-like shower. Possible separate office, fourth bedroom, or rental with private bathroom. Numerous lush plantings, raised beds, retaining walls, sprinkler system. Room for small RV or boat.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- High/Vaulted ceiling	- Tile floor	- Living room
- Office/Den	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Photo 5	Photo 6
Photo 2	Photo 1

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 4, 2009, 9:21am PDT

Ashland Home prices are Increasing?

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:59:50 -0500

A recent Internet posting by RIS Media stated that "homeowners are more optimistic than ever about the future values of their homes, with 81% of homeowners believing their own homes' values will not decline in the next six months- the highest percentage on record since the first quarterly Homeowner Confidence Survey, which was fielded in the second quarter of 2008. Meanwhile, only 19% of homeowners believe their own home will decrease in value over the next six months."
It is good news for all of us that the general public is no so down in the dumps as they were last year, but I not sure I fully agree. Homes are selling now because interest rates is great and the $8000 tax credit, but the credit will be gone soon and interest are sure to rise some.
I think that people are confident enough to be buying houses, but that prices will remain close to what there are now for the next year, and we won't see significant price increases for a few years.

Read more: http://rismedia.com/2009-08-18/optimism-grips-homeowners-81-think-homes-value-will-increase-or-stay-same-in-next-6-months/#ixzz0OeGrOcRi

Medford Home near Country Club

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 06:57:48 -0500

Sam Whitford, Broker | Coldwell Banker Pro West | skwhippet@mind.net | 541-821-0474

80 Fairway Circle, Medford, OR

Quiet Cul-De-Sac Home Across from the Rogue Valley Country Club

4BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $349,500

Year Built	1968
Sq Footage	2,352
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.20 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Beautiful home on quiet cul-de-sac across the street from Rogue Valley Country Club. Home has an English Country feeling inside with designer fabrics and wallpaper. Four spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths. Large office/storage room/pantry off of laundry room not included in square footage. Masonry fireplaces in both living and family rooms. Formal dining room and breakfast room. Three bedrooms and family room have wooden sliders to deck. One bedroom currently used as den/office.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Living room
- Dining room	- Breakfast nook	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Microwave	- Washer
- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front	Deck
Family Room	Living Area
Living Area	Kitchen

Contact info:

Sam Whitford, Broker

Coldwell Banker Pro West

skwhippet@mind.net

541-821-0474

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jul 15, 2009, 11:48am PDT

Ranch near Medford with Wonderful Views!

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 06:55:30 -0500

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers | Coldwell Banker Pro West | 951-2323/944-2172

4646 Brophy Road, Eagle Point, OR

Wonderful Ranch Property with Beautiful McLaughlin Views!

3BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $850,000

Year Built	1968
Sq Footage	3,351
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	4 Car garage
Lot Size	85.49 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Wonderful Ranch Property with Beautiful McLaughlin Views! 85.49 level/rolling acres with 79 acres EPID irrigated, year-round Nichols Branch Creek and nice pond. Ave. 80 tons grass hay yearly, ideal animal setup w/12-stall barn, 70x120 covered arena, round pen, big hay barn, green house and equipment storage. The 3,351sf ranch-style home was remodeled in 2002 and includes two living areas, very nice kitchen, expansive living and dining areas, beautiful master suite, jetted tub, wet bar, craft room, updated windows, comfortable covered porch and outstanding 360 degree views. Won't find better!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Hardwood floor
- Family room	- Living room	- Bonus/Rec room
- Dining room	- Dishwasher	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Washer	- Dryer
- Laundry area - inside	- Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Photo 1	Photo 2
Photo 3	Photo 4
Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Rick Harris/Krista Bolf, Principal Brokers

Coldwell Banker Pro West

951-2323/944-2172

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 4, 2009, 9:22am PDT

Buyer's Market? not if you are under $200,000

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:24:24 -0500

If you are not active in the real estate market, you might have missed something kind of big. It is not a buyer's market if you are trying to buy a home under $200,000. It is rare to find a home that has not gotten multiple offers or sold immediately if priced right.

We have about a 4 1/2 months supply of homes on the market in the Ashland, Medford area. A six months supply is an average market. More than that is a seller's market and less than that a buyer's market. This is the average. If you are a buyer right now in this price range, you already know this. How many homes have you written an offer on and did not "win"?

Also I am finding that many time the offer is for over the listed price!! It is almost like 2004-2005 in this price range.

Sorry to say, though, once you get over $300,000, this all changes....and if you are over $500,000...Well it is not much different than 2008.

The time to buy was 6 months ago. Sorry all of you that were waiting for the bottom. You missed it if you were looking under $200,000.