Matthew Boughton's (cowlitzrealestate) Blog

Great First Home, Large Single Level Home w/Hardwood Floors Throughout!Location: BroadwaySpacious single level home offering 1,458 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, large master bedroom with deck access, dining room, spacious living room with hardwood floors and fireplace, newer roof, newer vi...

WOW, Over 2,500 Square Foot Ranch on 2 Lots, Covered RV Parking, Shop, GreenHouse AND MORE!Location: Aloha ParkThis beautifully updated & desirable single level home has everything to offer.Over 2500 sq ft,4 bed, 2.75 baths, 2 huge master suites,on 2 parcels (0.345 acres) of gorgeous parklike lan...

EXQUISITE CUSTOM CONTEMPORARYLocation: Hardrock EstatesExquisite Custom Contemporary w/incredible views of the City, Columbia River & Oregon Hills. Over 5000 Sq Ft of Finished Living Space and an additional 1939 unfinished & roughed in. Granite, Stainless Appliances, 2 Propane Fireplaces, Huge Re...

BANK OWNED/PRICED FOR A QUICK SALE!Location: Coal CreekLarge ranch on 2.50 acres offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, family room with wood stove, living room, spacious kitchen with dining area, 2 large decks, territorial views, oversized 2 car attached garage, central vac and more. Lots of potent...

BANK OWNED PROPERTY/MOVE-IN READY!Location: Birchwood MeadowsSpacious 2 story home just off NE 162nd. Open floor plan, large kitchen with granite counters-tile floors-pantry and island, hardwood throughout, large master bedroom w/full bathroom featuring travertine tile-soaking tub-walkin closet, ...

BANK OWNED FORECLOSURE/MAKE AN OFFER!Location: The VineyardsThis property is approved for ExpressPath Financing. Please contact listing agent for more information. Beautiful two story home located in The Vineyards Subdivision. Features include 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, large master suite with gas fire...

BANK OWNED FORECLOSURE/PRICED TO SELL!Location: Lookout RidgeNew home w/Peak-a-Bo views of Mt Hood & Columbia River.4 bed+den,2.5 baths,2,969sq ft,open great room w/gas fireplace & built-ins,lrg kitchen w/grante/SS appliances/center island/gas range/tile floors & more,formal living & dining room,...

Below is a list of my active foreclosures in Clark, Cowlitz and Lewis Counties as of Feb 24, 2008.  To see additional photos and information about each property visit http://www.wareo.com/.   Residential Client Summary ReportListings as of 02/24/08 at 11:52amLP:  114,500Active439 State Highway 50...

RESIDENTIAL STATISTICS Active Listings January 2008:  708 vs. 543 in January 2007New Listings January 2008:  166 vs. 156 in January 2007Average List Price January 2008:  $297,034 vs. 295,352 in January 2007Pending Sales January 2008:  56 vs. 85 in January 2007Average Pending Sales Price January 2...

Tips for preparing your home for the market:  Exterior Curb Appeal.  Clean up your yard.  Mow, trim bushes, plant flowers, freshen bark dust, tend to deferred maintenance including exterior paint - clean gutters, repair any missing shingles - remove moss buildup, replace any burnt out light bulbs...