William, it is great point of entry pricing for this community.  It actually does pencil as an investment.  It is ideally suited to the investor, first time buyer, seasonal buyer or move down buyer. 

Marlene, you nailed it.  The blue was actually very calming and gave a nice feeling upon entry, but we most likely were losing showings to those online viewers who just wouldn't look any further than the blue walls.  The vibe doesn't always translate in photos.  Of course, there is also the problem of prospective buyers trying to match their furnishings to such a bold color.  Definitely not a problem with the new paint scheme.  We went with an old standby that my partner and I love.  The home really pops now.

Hi Kate, why stop at two?  ;)

Gary, I agree.  We really should have pushed to have it painted prior to going on the market, but it was just so cute with the owner's decor that we expected someone to fall in love or at least look past the easy remedy.  One thing we've learned about this market is that buyers want something priced like it needs work, but don't want to have to do any work.  I think we succeeded handily towards that usurious demand.  This WILL sell in an AZ minute (like a NY minute only without the crummy winter weather ;).

It's gotta go at this price, Bill.  Not a thing like it currently available.

Or more specifically, what a difference a little less color makes, Tara ;)  A week after making the change and we have a second showing lined up for the weekend.  It's all about adapting.  When the market speaks, some folks listen, some folks don't.  We are fortunate to have a client that listens attentively.