409 Griffith Road/Monroe NCPriced Reduced $10,000 to $89,990Owner Says Sell! The asking price for this restored 1927 Craftsman, 3 bedroom bungalow adjacent to the historic district in Monroe has just been reduced by $10,000 to $89,900. Motivated seller says sell!If you want to "own a piece of history," come and check out this wonderful bungalow that has been renovated and restored from the outside in. Truly a special home! Restored 1927 Craftsman Bungalow Near Historic District In Monroe, NC409 Griffith RoadCompletely restored 1927 Craftsman bungalow with meticulous attention paid to preserving authentic historic details. Home is situated on .33 private, landscaped acres just blocks from Monroe, North Carolinas historic district. If you've been looking for that home with special character, welcome home!Located at 409 Griffith Road near Monroe's historic district, this 3 bedroom bungalow with approximately 1,300 square feet of heated living area and spacious living and dining rooms features:New architectural roofNew Craftsman-style, rocking chair front porch with new Craftsman style light fixturesNew deck perfect for outdoor living and entertainingNew HVAC system with new ductwork throughoutNew hot water heaterNew plumbling throughoutNew energy efficient windows throughoutNew kitchen cabinets, counters, fixturesNewly built laundry/utility room9-color paint pallette inside and 3-color paint pallette outsideOriginal woodwork has been scraped, double-primed, and double-paintedNew wood laminate floors in kitchen bathroom, and laundry roomPreserved, authentic historic details include:Original carriageway fully restored3 original coal burning fireplaces with restored mantelsOriginal clawfoot bath tub in bathroomGlass door knobs on all original doors in homeThis charming bungalow offers hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms plus in all three bedrooms. One of the original gas fireplaces is in the living room, the others are in two of the bedrooms. Renovated kitchen has room for a breakfast table. The home enjoys a large, flat wooded back yard with privacy buffer. Brick exterior makes on-going maintenance simple and entire exterior has been repointed with mortar matching the original. A majestic oak tree centers the circular drivway and the parking area easily accommodates at least three cars.At $105,000 this home is a steal! It's also eligible for NCHFA financing through the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency. NCHFA offers 3% of the loan amount toward either the down payment or towards closing costs or a combination of both. This amount is forgiveable after 15 years and carries a 0% rate. Monthly carrying costs under this program would be less thatn $725/month. Click here for more information about NCHFA financing in North Carolina. Monroe, North Carolina is the county seat of Union County--one of the fastest growing counties in North Carolina. The historic, Victorian courthouse built in 1886 sits atop a central square in downtown Monroe and draws attention from all directions. Historic Downtown Monroe is surrounded by the historic residential area with many beautifully renovated Victorian homes and Craftsman bungalows on tree-lined streets.Downtown Monroe also offers quaint shops, restaurant, and local businesses, as well as small park areas. And if you're into golf, the Monroe Country Club, operated by the City of Monroe is nearby as well.SEARCH ALL MONROE, NORTH CAROLINA HOMES FOR SALEFIND OUT WHAT YOUR MONROE, NORTH CAROLINA HOME IS WORTH IN TODAY'S MARKETBECOME A CAROLINAS REALTY PARTNERS MARKET INSIDER AND STAY ON TOP OF REAL ESTATE TRENDS IN MONROE, NORTH CAROLINA
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
Nina this is a great price for this property. At this price it should get a lot of activity.
Mar 29, 2014 11:39 AM
Charles Stallions Real Estate Services - Pace, FL
Pensacola, Pace & Gulf Breeze Property Management
Hopefully with the right price some lucky buyer will snap this one right up Ninay all the the best to you.
Mar 29, 2014 03:06 PM
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
Thanks, Michelle. It will take a very special buyer to appreciate this home.
Mar 29, 2014 11:02 PM
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
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Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
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No one can afford to rent, when you can own a home at this price. Good luck with the sale. Hopefully the price reduction does the trick.
Make it a great week!
Mar 31, 2014 06:01 AM
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
Thanks, Joe. The problem I've found in this price point is that often people can't qualify for a mortgage even if they are paying more in rent.
Mar 31, 2014 06:10 AM
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