sparks: 6020 Axis Drive, Sparks NV 89436 Home For Sale - 10/01/18 01:27 PM
 Location Location Location ~ This beautiful home is now listed for sale in the Wingfield Hills/Spanish Springs South neighborhood in Sparks, NV 89436.
 
Listed with Terrie Leighton of Ferrari-Lund Real Estate
6020 Axis Drive is a perfect blend of family home and entertainers delight. Featuring an open floor plan with desirable amenities that include a great room, formal dining room, custom tile flooring, stainless appliances, double ovens, granite tile counters, a loft/office, & it has a large backyard with mature landscaping, a stamped concrete patio and stubbed for a gas bbq. What a great home for sale, am I right?
Living Roon and Dining … (2 comments)

sparks: August 2018 Special Events in Reno, NV - 07/19/18 12:57 PM

First Centennial Title Company of Nevada not only has your list of August 2018 Special Events, they also have answers to all of your title and escrow questions. Contact FCTC for information regarding escrow, title insurance, title reports, ways of holding ownership interests, homeowners insurance, land questions, deed restrictions. 
 
First Centennial Title Company has been doing business in Reno, NV for nearly 30 years. They have grown from a small, one office operation to a large community operation with offices in Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Incline Village. 
 
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sparks: Where To Watch Fireworks In Northern Nevada 2018 - 07/02/18 04:06 PM

There are so many fun places to watch the fireworks in Northern Nevada! Each location offers something different and truly special. Below are links and additional information to help you make your decision of where to watch fireworks in Northern Nevada this year:
*Fourth of July with the Reno Philharmonic ~Kicking off the 50th anniversary of the Reno Phil, Laura Jackson conducts an American Salute honoring the country's birthday. Enjoy Patriotic and classical favorites followed by fireworks. ~ In Wingfield Park, Downtown Reno. This event begins at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:30 pm.
*Star Spangled Sparks, Victorian Avenue ~ A … (2 comments)

sparks: Sparks Galleria Home For Sale Open House Sat. June 23, 2018 11-2 - 06/20/18 10:01 AM
 
 
 
 
Beautiful home at Galleria, Desert Wind Home's most popular newer community in Sparks, NV. Steps away from all shopping and conveniences. This beautifully laid out floor plan is sure to please. A great-room concept with open kitchen and huge kitchen island. Wood-looking plank tile flooring in most major walking areas, Granite counter-tops in kitchen and bath, designer backsplash, maple cabinets, stainless appliances and 2-tone wall paint finish off this home.
Open Kitchen Concept ~ Stainless Appliances ~ Granite Countertops ~ Tile Floors ~ Gas Range ~ Maple Cabinets
Great Room ~ Carpet ~ Gas Fireplace ~ Can Lighting ~ Natural Lighting ~ Central … (0 comments)

sparks: Bike Sharing Comes To Reno - 05/17/18 04:16 PM
Who is ready for a little fun this summer? Bike Sharing is here, Reno!! LimeBikes are now parked all over Reno & you can rent one today.
 
 
LimeBikes are dockless bikes and are now parked throughout Reno and Sparks. They self-park with a kickstand and locking wheel. Riders rent the bike and ride anywhere. Bikes can be left in any bike-friendly location, the app on your smartphone will help you find a location for dropoff and pickup! 
The cost to rent a bike is $1 for 30 minutes. Discounts are given for those who want to rent for an entire month. Below is a … (3 comments)

sparks: March 2018 Special Events In Reno - 02/20/18 12:02 PM
 
First Centennial Title Company of Nevada not only has your list of March Special Event's, they also have answers to all of your title and escrow questions. Contact them for information regarding escrow, title insurance, title reports, the different ways of holding co-ownership interests, homeowners residence insurances, land questions, deed restrictions, what is covered and what is not. They are a top-notch company that has been doing business here for nearly 30 years. They have grown from a small, one office operation to a large community operation with offices in Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Incline Village. 
Looking for homes for sale in … (1 comments)

sparks: Christmas Tree Recycling In Northern Nevada - 01/03/18 12:21 PM
Don't just throw your Christmas Tree away, recycle it. It's not too late!!
 Northern Nevada's annual Christmas Tree Recycling program, sponsored by Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful (KTMB), has been recycling trees since 2003.  Nearly 130,000 trees have been recycled through this program with the help of many volunteers and local sponsors.  
How much does it cost to drop off my Crhistmas Tree?
To help fund this project and other projects throughout the year,  KTMB requests a donation of $3.00 per tree is requested. 
Where can I drop off my Christmas Tree?
Now thru January 7, 2018, you can take your live tree to a number of drop off … (6 comments)

sparks: 4097 Talladega Drive Sparks NV View Home For Sale - 12/06/15 10:59 AM
Single Family Home for sale in Sparks, NV



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sparks: Exceptional Home In Sparks, NV For Sale - 10/05/15 09:08 AM
Exceptional Home For Sale



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sparks: Wild Island To Host Job Fair This Weekend ~ March 2013 Sparks, NV - 03/18/13 05:28 AM
Wild Island Family Adventure Park is hosting a job fair later this week for seasonal and entry level positions.
The job fair is scheduled Saturday from 10am-4pm at the Wild Island Waterpark and Sunday from 4pm to 8pm at the Mini Golf and Go-Kart Building, both located at 250 Wild Island Circle in Sparks, NV. There is plenty of parking for both areas. 

The park is hiring for all departments including Coconut Bowl and Wild Island Waterpark. Jobs include food and beverage, cashiers, lifeguards, operational services, golf and raceway. Wild Island has always been a great place for teenagers to … (5 comments)

sparks: November 2012 To The Point From Reno Sparks Association of REALTORS - 01/10/13 08:19 AM
The Reno Sparks Association of Realtors latest monthly "To The Point" market analyses is here. November marks the fifth straight month of low inventory in the Reno/Sparks areas. The drop in distressed properties continues to play a huge rule in our low inventory situation. The banks are putting fewer foreclosed homes on the market causing a shrinkage in available homes for sale. 
Northern Nevadan home sellers continue to receive multiple offers on their homes, often times at higher than asking prices. Continuous  low inventory here in Reno and Sparks has kept buyers scrambling to find a home to buy. 
This "To The Point" … (4 comments)

sparks: Reno NV Market Report August 2012 To The Point Series - 08/31/12 06:57 AM
The Reno Sparks Association of Realtor's latestmonthly "To The Point" market analyses is here.  This month topics of discussion are AB284 and time for sellers to consider selling and why! Northern Nevadan home sellers have been receiving multiple offers on their homes, often times at higher than asking prices. Low inventory here in Reno and Sparks has kept buyers scrambling to find a home to buy.
This "To The Point" monthly video offers the latest statics on homes sold in the Reno, Sparks and Fernley Nevada areas. Many Realtor's are staying hopeful because of the steady increases each area has been showing.  Be … (2 comments)

sparks: Local High School Student a finalist in National Art Contest - 04/20/12 09:42 AM
A Reed High School student is currently competing for $30,000 in cash prices as part of the "Art of Dairy" contest.

The seventh annual Lucerne "The Art Of Dairy" contest is now underway! By voting you could help make this local student's cow design "Legen-Dairy!"

The theme for this years contest was Red, White & Moo! Student artists from across the country were challenged to illustrate what American ingenuity means to them by incorporating Lucerne Dairy produces into their Artwork.  Anne Mueller is a Junior  at Reed High School in Sparks, NV.  and designed her cow with great American … (1 comments)

sparks: Easter Egg Hunts in Reno & Sparks 2012 - 04/07/12 07:21 AM
Happy Easter everyone!
If you live in Northern Nevada and are looking for some Easter fun, here is a list of a few of the areas Easter Egg Hunts:

 
Saturday, April 7th:
9:30am-noon
Sparks Nazarene Church is holding an Easter Egg Hunt at Oppio Park by Sparks Middle School at 2355 18th Street. There will be games, giant inflatables, refreshments and prizes. There will also be a drawing for a boy's and girl's bike with helmets. For more information, call 358-4066
 
Saturday, 10am:
Garden Shop Nursery is holding its second annual Easter Egg Hunt at 3636 Mayberry Drive in … (1 comments)

sparks: Reed High School Solar Panel Parking Lot Ribbon Cutting - 02/01/12 01:23 PM
The Washoe County School District, in collaboration with Northern Nevada's Hamilton Solar Company, recently installed a collective 1.5 megawatt solar power system at Reed High School and North Valleys High School. The system is designed as  covered parking car ports for student parking at each high school.  The estimated cost for the Reed project was $7 million.

With no "Out-of-pocket" expenditures for the School District, the solar installation was entirely funded by rebates through NV Energ's Generation Program. The savings in electric costs from the two systems is estimated at $270,000 annually. The savings will go into the Washoe County … (4 comments)

sparks: Sparks Nevada Home For Sale 89436 Regular Sale - 01/23/12 07:53 AM
Single Family Sparks Home For Sale … (3 comments)

sparks: How Much Will My Home Sell For? - 01/18/12 09:15 AM
Getting ready to sell your Reno home and are wondering how much to sell it for? Below is an excellent article from Liz and Bill Spear, the RE/MAX Elite Team in Warren, Ohio that goes into detail ways to determine the expected selling price of you home. 
Great information Bill and Liz, thank you. 
If you live in the Reno or Sparks, Nevada area and are considering selling your home and need help determining the list price, simple give me a call, I would love to help!
How Much Will My Home Sell For? Dear Liz, We've been thinking about selling … (2 comments)

sparks: Reed Raiders High School Footbal Team Goes to State 2011 - 12/02/11 04:07 PM
High school football will take center stage on Saturday as the North battles the South for the 4A high school football championship. The Reed Raiders will face Bishop Gorman on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 12:15 p.m. at Damonte Ranch High School.
The Reed Raiders finished the football season at 12 -1 , a season record for this Sparks, Nevada High School. A student put together the following video to pay tribute to this successful high school football team. Good luck tomorrow Reed Raiders, the community will be there cheering and supporting the entire team!
GO REED RAIDERS!!!
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sparks: Sparks Nevada Market Report ~ Single Family Homes Sold October 2011 - 11/23/11 07:32 AM
Sparks Nevada Market Report For October 2011
Prepared by Terrie Leighton, REALTOR® in Northern NevadaThe City of Sparks saw 146 single family homes close in October 2011

There are now 146 happy new home owners living in Sparks, Nevada today. Those lucky home buyers were able to take advantage of low homes prices, the average sales price of a Sparks home sold was just under $150,000, and low interest rates during, rates were sitting right around 4% for FHA loans, for the month of October, 2011.
The City of Sparks is constantly changing to keep up with the times while maintaining that "Hometown Hospitality" feeling … (5 comments)

sparks: Wingfield Springs Condo Report 2011 Sparks NV 89434 - 11/20/11 12:13 PM
Sparks Real Estate ~ Wingfield Springs Condo Report 2010

 
The Fairways at Wingfield Springs ~ Located in Sparks, NV, off of Vista Blvd. ~
FHA Financing currently available for owner occupied units. Two units to choose from ~ Two bedroom, den, garage and two bathrooms, fireplace, laundry room.
Price range = $81,000 to $94,00.
HOA = $217 MonthlyTaxes = (Approximate) $1,500 Views = Golf Course or Mountain
 
HOA amenities include a club house, outdoor pool, partial utilities, snow removal, security.
 
Recent sales:
16 units sold in 2011 Average sold price = $105,000Days on the Market = … (2 comments)

 
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Reno, NV

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