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MacDonald's Ranch Pumpkin Patch in Scottsdale

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:56:43 -0700

No, we’re not known for our fall color here in central Arizona but we do have lots of pumpkins! MacDonald's Ranch in Scottsdale kicked off their annual Pumpkin Patch on October 1st, with lots of fun activities for the whole family. Once again, their horse- or mule-drawn hayrides will take you to the pumpkin patch, where you can pick from a variety of different sized pumpkins to take home, carve and decorate.There are also pony rides for the kids. The petting zoo features their miniature donkeys, Pete and Repeat, as well as their miniature pony Chocolate. They have some new bunnies, chickens, ducks and peacocks in the menagerie also. Gunner, the Brahma Bull, will be keeping their new baby colt, Bull's-eye, company! There are lots of games for everyone to enjoy, from their classics - steer head roping, horseshoe pits, gem mine and cowboy golf - to their large hay maze. If you work up an appetitite roping steers, the grill will be open with hot dogs, pulled-pork sandwiches, drinks and much more. The pumpkin patch is open through October 31st, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closed after 1 p.m. on Halloween.) The admission price is $8 per person (12 months and younger are FREE) and pumpkins are $4 to $12, depending on size. Want to contribute to a great cause? Take a can of food to get $1 off your admission price (limit $1 off per person.) MacDonald’s Ranch is once again working with Desert Mission Food Bank to help feed those in need in our community. MacDonald’s Ranch is located on Scottsdale Road just 5 miles north of the 101, on the southwest corner of Jomax Road and Scottsdale Road. Get out there this weekend and pick some pumpkins! About MacDonald’s Ranch A 36,000 acre working horse and cattle ranch back in the 1950’s, Old MacDonald’s Farm opened to the public in 1970 as a place where kids from the city could watch a cow being milked, see live ranch animals and be in natural surroundings as they ride horses in the Sonoran Desert. Years passed, the Valley grew and, with the exception of what is now MacDonald’s Ranch’s 1,300 acres, the surrounding North Scottsdale land became shopping centers and housing developments. MacDonald’s Ranch offers an atmosphere where visitors can relax and take a step back in time for a look at authentic ranch life.

2 Bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront Condo

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:42:22 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 2 Bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront Condo. Contact Gwen directly at 480.882.8030 for your private showing or log in here to search more homes in Scottsdale and all of Maricopa County.

7175 E. Camelback Road, #3072
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Beautiful 2 Bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront Condo

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Price	:	$725,000
Bedrooms	:	2
Bathrooms	:	2
Square Foot	:	1,432
Community	:	Scottsdale Waterfront Residences
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Condo or Townhouse
Year Built	:	2007
MLS Number	:	4311776

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Be sure to click on the above link to learn more about this 2 bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront condo. Beautiful 2 bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront condo. Well-appointed 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with the finest finishes. Soothing neutral tones and carefully-placed lighting in this 2 bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront condo make you feel like you are living in a 5-star resort. Create meals in your chefs kitchen with top of the line appliances. Relax on one of your two balconies and enjoy the amazing waterfront views. Enjoy all that Scottsdale has to offer from your luxury highrise 2 bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront condo, perfect for entertaining or spending quiet evenings at home. Amenities include rooftop pool, concierge, valet, two parking spots, fitness room, and 24-hour security.

To schedule your private showing of this 2 bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront condo, contact Gwen Kimbrell at 480.882.8030. To learn more about financing this 2 bedroom Scottsdale Waterfront condo, contact Karen Jones, Licensed Sr. Loan Officer.

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Waterfront views	Upgraded finishes	Chef's kitchen
High-end appliances	Resort living	Shopping and dining
Great amenities	Valet	Concierge
Fitness room	24-hour security

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Nextage Realty Professionals : 2813 E. Camelback Road, Suite 425 - Phoenix AZ 85016 : 480.882.8030

3 Bedroom Home in Guard Gated Golf Community

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:13:01 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 3 Bedroom home in guard gated golf community Desert Mountain. Contact Gwen directly for your private showing.

9891 E. Broken Spur Drive

Scottsdale, AZ 85262

3 Bedroom Home in Golf CommunityDesert Mountain

Price	:	$1,250,000
Bedrooms	:	3
Bathrooms	:	3.5
Square Foot	:	3,382
Lot Size	:	12,185
Community	:	Desert Mountain
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1999
MLS Number	:	4619050

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Be sure to click on the link above for more information on this 3 bedroom home in guard gated golf community Desert Mountain. Unobstructed city light and golf course views make this beautiful 3 bedroom home in guard gated golf community Desert Mountain the perfect getaway from your hectic everyday life. Step from your expansive patio to the Renegade Golf Course, then only a 5-minute walk to the Sonoran Health Club. Updated in neutral tones, the great room floor plan of this 3 bedroom home in a guard gated golf community offers soaring ceilings with wood beams and accents, as well as a gorgeous tray ceiling in the dining area. Relax by the fireplace in your master bedroom and enjoy the stunning views, then retire to your master bath that feels like a resort spa. A former model home, 3 bedroom home in a guard gated golf community is being offered fully furnished, including some artwork. This floor plan, with this view and location, will not last long. Equity golf membership is included.

To schedule your private showing of this 3 bedroom home in guard gated golf community Desert Mountain, contact Gwen Kimbrell at 480.882.8030. To learn more about your financing opportunities for this home, contact Karen Jones, Licensed Sr. Loan Officer.

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• Golf course lot	• Stunning views	• Outdoor retreat
• 3 bedrooms	• 3 1/2 baths	• 3,382 square feet

Scottsdale Real Estate Market Update

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 12:12:55 -0700

Have you been thinking about selling your home? This might be the right time. June home sales in the Phoenix metro area surged to 11,125 units sold, the highest number of transactions in a decade, according to a new report released by the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service. The June number eclipses even the sales figures during the 2005 housing boom. June sales also were nearly 20 percent higher than June 2010. Active listings in Scottsdale are at the lowest in 2 years; Scottsdale's June inventory was at the lowest month's supply in 2 years. Below is data from the Cromford Report, a highly-regarded real estate market report. The Cromford Report provides detailed information to track the history and current status of the Greater Phoenix residential resale market and offers insight into its future direction. Article from the Comford Report News – Here at the Cromford Report, we only deal with facts and figures, not beliefs, so here is the market update. Sales - We are currently recording 9,814 sales in May. This is up 3.5% over April and up 10% over May 2010. This is a very strong sales total because in May 2010 sales are not being boosted by the government bribe (sorry, tax credit) that applied in 2010 for buyers of owner-occupied homes. Pending Sales - At 13,268 on June 1, pending sales are down 0.4% compared with May 1 but up 6.7% compared with June 1, 2010. Again an extremely strong indicator of demand. In 2010 demand fell sharply during the summer after the tax credit expired, but there is no sign so far that the same will happen in 2011. Active Listings - At 31,346 on June 1, active listings are 9.4% below May 1 and 23.3% below June 1, 2010. Supply is clearly falling fast. However this understates the situation because a large proportion of the active listings already have a contract against them. In fact there were 7,737 AWC (active with contingent contract) listings as of June 1, 2.6% higher than the very high level we saw on June 1, 2010. If we exclude these AWC listings, we have only 23,609 active listings, down 12.7% in a month and down 28.8% compared with last year. This is almost 60% down from the peak of October 2007. Supply Versus Demand - The average months supply (active listings divided by monthly sales rate) for the period Jan 1, 2001 to June 1, 2011 is 5.9 months. Right now we have a 3.2 month supply. Yet we read everywhere that there is a "glut of foreclosed home on the market". What we are reading may have been true in November last year. It is not true now. In fact available supply is really even tighter than this. If we only count active listings that don't have a contract the months supply number drops to just 2.4 months. Anyone who thinks this is a "glut" is not living in the real world. They should just ask anyone who is actually trying to buy a home right now. Competition is intense, and not just for bank-owned homes and trustee sales. It is also heating up for short sales and normal listings. If you are trying to buy a home that is at all desirable and is priced at market or below, expect multiple bids. If you are a seller, then you only need to price realistically and your home will sell quickly. Interested in buying or selling a home in Scottsdale or the surrounding areas? Contact me today. gwen.kimbrell@scottsdalerealestategroup.net 480.882.8030 Find us on Facebook

Beautiful 3 Bedroom Home in Gated Golf Community

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:39:17 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 3 Bedroom home in gated golf community Desert Mountain. Contact Gwen directly for your private showing.

9891 E. Broken Spur Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85262
3 Bedroom Home in Gated Golf Community

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Price	:	$1,250,000
Bedrooms	:	3
Bathrooms	:	3.5
Square Foot	:	3,382
Lot Size	:	12,185
Community	:	Desert Mountain
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1999
MLS Number	:	4619050

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Be sure to click on the above link to learn more about this 3 bedroom home in gated golf community Desert Mountain in north Scottsdale. Unobstructed city light and golf course views make this beautiful 3 bedroom home in gated golf community Desert Mountain the perfect getaway from your hectic everyday life. Step from your expansive patio to the Renegade Golf Course, then only a 5-minute walk to the Sonoran Health Club. Updated in neutral tones, this 3 bedroom home in gated golf community Desert Mountain offers soaring ceilings with wood beams and accents, as well as a gorgeous tray ceiling in the dining area. Relax by the fireplace in your master bedroom and enjoy the stunning views, then retire to your master bath that feels like a resort spa. This former model home is being offered fully furnished, including some artwork. With this floor plan, view and location, this 3 bedroom home in gated golf community Desert Mountain will not last long. Equity golf membership is included.

To schedule your private showing of this 3 bedroom home in gated golf community Desert Mountain, contact Gwen Kimbrell at 480.882.8030. To learn more about your financing opportunities for this home, contact Karen Jones, Licensed Sr. Loan Officer.

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Golf course lot	Stunning views	Outdoor retreat
3 bedrooms	3 1/2 baths	3,382 square feet
Neutral colors	Completely updated	Fireplace in master
Tastefully decorated	Sold fully furnished	Equity golf membership included

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Nextage Realty Professionals : 2813 E. Camelback Road, #425 - Phoenix AZ 85016 : 480.882.8030

4 Bedroom Home in Gated Golf Community

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:29:42 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 4 bedroom home in gated golf community Troon Verde.

11274 E. Monument Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home in Troon

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Price	:	$759,000
Bedrooms	:	4
Bathrooms	:	2.5
Square Foot	:	3,600
Lot Size	:	32
Community	:	Troon Verde
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	2004
MLS Number	:	4570360

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Please be sure to click on the above link to learn more about this beautiful 4 bedroom home in gated golf community Troon Verde. Property Description

This custom 4 bedroom home in the gated golf community of Troon Verde in North Scottsdale is move-in ready. Pavers lead you to a charming front courtyard with seating and breathtaking Pinnacle Peak views with endless sunsets. Stacked stone surrounds the Cantera stone front door that leads you into this special home. Interior highlights of this 4 bedroom home in the gated golf community of Troon Verde include 24-inch travertine floors, granite counters, cherry cabinets, stone surrounds in baths, marble tops in master bath, stacked stone fireplace in family room, central vacuum, 8-foot alder doors, kiva fireplace in the master, oversized 3-car garage done by PremierGarage. Exterior Highlights of this home include an oversized covered patio, putting green, pavers, saltwater pool with rock waterfall, kiva fireplace and giant natural boulder to top off this beautiful desert setting.

For your private showing of this 4 bedroom home in the gated golf community of Troon, contact Gwen Kimbrell. To learn more about the financing of this 4 bedroom home in Troon, contact Karen Jones, Senior Loan Officer.

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Custom home	4 bedrooms	2 1/2 baths
Cherry cabinets	Granite countertops	Custom finishes
Fireplace in master	Stacked stone f/p	Front courtyard
Mountain views	Backyard oasis	Putting green

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Nextage Realty Professionals : 2813 E. Camelback Road, #425 - Phoenix AZ 85016 : 480.882.8030

4 Bedroom Home in Scottsdale

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:53:42 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 4 bedroom home in Scottsdale. Contact Gwen directly at 480.882.8030 for your private showing or log in here to search more homes in Maricopa County.

9160 N. 104TH Place
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home in Scottsdale Ranch

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Price	:	$465,900
Bedrooms	:	4
Bathrooms	:	2
Square Foot	:	2,121
Lot Size	:	10,053
Community	:	Scottsdale Ranch
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1985
MLS Number	:	4576465

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Be sure to click on the above link to learn more about this 4 bedroom home in Scottsdale.

Stunning, completely remodeled 4 bedroom home in Scottsdale. This beautiful home in prestigious Scottsdale Ranch sits on a huge lot with no homes behind it, giving you complete privacy. The beautifully updated kitchen in this 4 bedroom home in Scottsdale boasts new cabinets, a huge center island, glass tile backsplash, upgraded S/S appliances with built-in fridge and exquisite Versailles chiseled edge Travertine flooring. Other updates include new interior and exterior paint, new designer carpet and all new lighting. The gorgeous master bath in this 4 bedroom home in Scottsdale has been completely remodeled, with granite countertops, vessel sinks, bronze fixtures, Travertine shower with frameless glass door. The family room and kitchen look out to your own private oasis: large landscaped yard with all new landscaping, sparkling PebbleTec pool and spa. No need to do a thing. This one is move-in ready! To schedule your private showing of this 4 bedroom home in Scottsdale, contact Gwen Kimbrell at 480.882.8030. To learn more about financing this home, contact Karen Jones, Licensed Sr. Loan Officer.

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Updated Kitchen	Stainless Steel Appliances	Huge Center Granite Island
New Paint & Carpet	New Lighting	Remodeled bathrooms
Backyard Oasis	PebbleTec Pool/Spa	Move-in Ready!

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HomeSmart : 20860 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 140 - Phoenix AZ 85050

2 Bedroom Home in Scottsdale Golf Course Community

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:58:02 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 2 bedroom home in Scottsdale golf course community Terravita. Contact Gwen directly at 480.882.8030 for your private showing or log in here to search more homes in Maricopa County.

6987 E. Shooting Star Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
2 Bedroom Home in Terravita

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Price	:	$579,000
Bedrooms	:	2
Bathrooms	:	2.5
Square Foot	:	2,476
Lot Size	:	9,534
Community	:	Terravita
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1994
MLS Number	:	4601165

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Be sure to click on the above link to learn more about this 2 bedroom home in Scottsdale golf course community Terravita. Remodeled to perfection in 2008, this beautiful 2 bedroom home in Scottsdale has an office/den, a flex room, 2.5 baths, a 3-space garage and a huge covered patio. The gourmet kitchen has it all - custom cabinets, pull-out shelves, granite countertops, stainless steel Viking double ovens, dual-drawer dishwasher, Wolf gas cooktop, Sub Zero fridge, stainless steel hood, glass tile backsplash and recessed lighting. The master bath in this 2 bedroom home in Scottsdale was completely remodeled, with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, travertine flooring and shower. The other two baths have also been completely remodeled. The huge covered patio looks out on natural area open space on two sides so you can enjoy the beauty of north Scottsdale. This beautifully remodeled 2 bedroom home in Scottsdale is one you do not want to miss!

To schedule your private showing of this 2 bedroom home in Scottsdale, be sure to contact Gwen Kimbrell at 480.882.8030. To learn more about financing this 2 bedroom home in Scottsdale, contact Karen Jones, Licensed Sr. Loan Officer.

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2 Bedrooms	2 1/2 Baths	Completely Remodeled
Gourmet Kitchen	Custom Cabinetry	Viking/Wolf/Sub Zero
Remodeled Baths	Covered Patio	Traditional Resale

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HomeSmart : 20860 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 140 - Phoenix AZ 85050

3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Fri, 20 May 2011 06:19:52 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School.

4536 E Rancho Laredo Drive
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School

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Price	:	$374,900
Bedrooms	:	3
Bathrooms	:	2
Square Foot	:	2,577
Lot Size	:	8
Community	:	Tatum Ranch
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1989
MLS Number	:	4586846

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Be sure to click on the above link to learn more about this beautiful 3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School. Impeccable 3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School. An absolutely stunning home in a highly sought-after area. This beautiful 3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School boasts numerous upgrades, including wood floors in the family room and secondary bedrooms, designer fans and lighting, and new carpet in master. The light and open kitchen features updated cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, hardware & tile backsplash. Both bathrooms in this immaculate 3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School have been completely remodeled. The backyard is an oasis, complete with pool, spa and enough patio space for entertaining family and friends or just relaxing in this quiet neighborhood. For your private showing of this 3 bedroom home near Cactus Shadows High School, contact Gwen Kimbrell with HomeSmart.

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3 bedrooms	Tatum Ranch	Numerous upgrades
Updated kitchen	Remodeled baths	Light and bright
Designer look &	Backyard oasis	Pool and spa

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HomeSmart : 20860 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 140 - Phoenix AZ 85050

3 Bedroom Home in Tatum Ranch

Gwen Kimbrell, Scottsdale Real Estate Group (Nextage Realty Professionals) — Fri, 20 May 2011 06:04:14 -0700

Gwen Kimbrell is showcasing this beautiful 3 Bedroom Home in Tatum Ranch.

4536 E Rancho Laredo Drive
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
3 Bedroom Home in Tatum Ranch

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Price	:	$374,900
Bedrooms	:	3
Bathrooms	:	2
Square Foot	:	2,577
Lot Size	:	8
Community	:	Tatum Ranch
County	:	Maricopa
Property Type	:	Detached
Year Built	:	1989
MLS Number	:	4586846

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Be sure to click on the above link to learn more about this beautiful 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch. Impeccable 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch. An absolutely stunning home in a highly sought-after area. This beautiful 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch boasts numerous upgrades, including wood floors in the family room and secondary bedrooms, designer fans and lighting, and new carpet in master. The light and open kitchen features updated cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, hardware & tile backsplash. Both bathrooms in this immaculate 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch have been completely remodeled. The backyard is an oasis, complete with pool, spa and enough patio space for entertaining family and friends or just relaxing in this quiet neighborhood. For your private showing of this 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch, contact Gwen Kimbrell with HomeSmart. To learn more about the financing of this 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch, contact Karen Jones, Senior Loan Officer. 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch. 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch. 3 bedroom home in Tatum Ranch.

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3 bedrooms	Tatum Ranch	Numerous upgrades
Updated kitchen	Remodeled baths	Light and bright
Designer look &	Backyard oasis	Pool and spa

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HomeSmart : 20860 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 140 - Phoenix AZ 85050