There were many homes built in this area in the 1950's for returning veterans and their new families. They are commonly referred to here as 'VA Homes'. Most of these homes were designed with two bedrooms and one bathroom and were placed on a large lot with a single stall attached garage.
The area these homes are located in is of improving value. In Del Norte County, many are located very close to the Pacific Ocean. In Humboldt County, many of the homes are now located in conforming neighborhoods, close to shopping, the hospital etc.
Over the homes lifetime, the original single car attached garages have been converted to a third bedroom and second bath to accommodate larger households. In many cases an addition was added to the home as the large lot allowed room for it.
Many of the homes have also had a large detached garage built and a new driveway added.
The old driveway was just left in place and not removed. This tends to detract from a homes 'curb appeal'.
If you will be placing your home on the market in the future and it is one of our original 'VA Homes' consider having the old driveway removed and it's area filled in with sod.
The cost to have the driveway removed will be offset by the increased value and the increased 'curb appeal' of your home.
Most buyers in this area are not looking for a 'slopping basketball court' in the 'now' middle of their front-yard!
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