real estate: Salem Oregon Homes for Sale-3755 Aberdeen in South Salem. Price Reduced!! - 04/24/11 10:01 AM
Salem Oregon Home For Sale in Bailey Ridge Subdivision-3755 Aberdeen ST S
 

Almost new construction in beautiful Bailey Ridge subdivision. Owners relocating after purchasing this home in 5/10. Fantastic price $30K below what owners paid, & home appraised for. Single level open floor plan with 3 bedrooms plus den which could be 4th bedroom. Beautiful custom Cherry cabinets, wood & slate floors, upgraded SS kitchen with granite, formal dining room, huge master suite with soaking tub, shower & large walk in closet. Fenced with UGS. CAC.
Beautiful Single Level Custom Home in Bailey Ridge … (6 comments)

real estate: South Salem, Oregon Home for Sale in Rockridge Subdivision. Price Reduced! - 04/24/11 09:40 AM
Another quality new construction home built by J.R. Loney Construction (CCB#96719) in the beautiful Rockridge Subdivision. 3+ bedrooms & 2.5 baths. Open floor plan with hardwood, granite countertops, built ins SS appliances, & gas FP in great room. This home also includes an office & a bonus/4th bedroom. The master suite includes a huge WIC, soaking tub & separate shower. Landscaped with UGS/CAC. New Construction in Rockridge Estates!! … (2 comments)

real estate: Willamette Valley Vineyards Wine, Cheese and Pear Jubilee-Salem, Oregon - 03/12/11 05:10 AM
Salem Oregon Things to Do this Weekend-Willamette Valley Vineyards Wine, Cheese and Pear Jubilee

 
Salem, Oregon, are you looking for something fun to do this weekend?  Willamette Valley Vineyards is hosting their yearly Wine, Cheese and Pear Jubilee this weekend.
This year's vendors include Willamette Valley Cheese Company, Rogue Valley Creamery, Alsea Acre Pines, Fairview Farm Dairy, Briar Rose Creamery, Cada Dia Cheese, Ochoa's Queseria, Oak Leaf Creamery and more.    Hours are from 11 am to 6 pm both days, and the cost is $10.  Event runs on March 12th and 13th.
Last year we attended and tried … (8 comments)

real estate: Salem, Oregon, Open House-2050 Soapstone Ave. 2/20/2011 1-4 pm. Rockridge Estates - 02/19/11 01:31 PM
Salem, Oregon, Open House-2050 Soapstone Ave.  2/20/2011 1-4 pm.  Rockridge Estates
 
 
New Construction in Rockridge Estates!! … (9 comments)

real estate: Buying a Salem, Oregon Home-When Do We Get Our Keys? - 01/30/11 12:29 PM
Buying a Salem, Oregon Home-When Do We Get Our Keys?
 

This is an interesting question, because depending on which state you buy a home in, the answer varies.  In some states you actually get the keys at the closing table.   If you are buying a home in the Salem, Oregon area, however, several steps need to take place before I can give you your keys to your new home.
1.  Once loan documents are received by the title company, we will make an appointment for all us to go to the title company and sign your loan documents. … (7 comments)

real estate: Selling Your Salem, Oregon Home-Should I Get a Pre-Sale Inspection? - 01/30/11 06:34 AM
Selling Your Salem, Oregon Home-Should I Get a Pre-Sale Inspection?

I encourage my Salem, Oregon area home sellers to get a pre-sale home inspection.  When I sell my personal home, I get a pre-sale home inspection on my home.  There are many reasons why getting a pre-sale home inspection is a good idea.
1.  When you get a pre-sale home inspection, you already know what repairs need to be done on your home before selling.
2.  The pre-sale home inspection allows you to choose which repairs you will make on your home.
3.  You will be able to do the repairs right away, on your own time-frame vs. being rushed … (2 comments)

real estate: Independence, Oregon Historic Home-92 Log Cabin Rd-Price Reduced - $125,000 - 01/28/11 03:06 PM
Independence, Oregon Historic Home-92 Log Cabin Rd-Price Reduced - $125,000

 
If you love historical homes with all the charm and character from yesteryear, you will love this home!!
Don't miss your chance to own this diamond in the rough historical home that was on the Independence Historical Tour of Homes. This home is loaded with potential and still has the original woodwork and built-ins. The moment you come through the door, you will be stunned by all the charm of yesteryear. With the proper tools and motivation this 5 bedroom, 2 bath home will be back on the tour … (4 comments)

real estate: Salem, Oregon Home for Sale-Huge Price Reduction-2390 Lee ST SE $139,900 - 01/27/11 03:09 PM
Salem Oregon Home for Sale - 2390 Lee ST SE
Absolutely adorable & move in ready!! Home updated in 9-10/2010. Formal dining room & beautiful refinished hardwood floors. New interior & exterior paint, updated kitchen with tile counter tops, sink & appliances including a new portable dishwasher, & updated bathroom. Home has been converted to natural gas with new furnace & hot water heater. Basement has been finished with large laundry room with additional storage. New sod lawn.  Extra large .17 lot with large fenced backyard on a corner lot & dead end street.  Detached true two car garage.
 
 

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real estate: Buying a Salem Oregon Home-What is the Difference Between a Foreclosure and a Short Sale? - 01/26/11 04:04 PM
Buying a Salem Oregon Home-What is the Difference Between a Foreclosure and a Short Sale?

This is a common question asked by almost all first time homebuyers these days, as there are so many foreclosure and short sale homes on the market.
 
Short Sale
A  home that is being sold as a short sale is a home that the sellers still own.  The home becomes a short sale when the sellers cannot sell the home for the amount of money that they owe on the home.    This means that the sale of the home will not pay off … (5 comments)

real estate: Buying a Salem Oregon Home-What is the Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal? - 01/25/11 04:01 PM
Buying a Salem Oregon Home-What is the Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal?
That is a great question!  I frequently am asked why a buyer needs to get an inspection if they are getting an appraisal.  The inspection and appraisal are two entirely different processes.
 

 
Inspection
You, as the buyer, get to choose your inspector and attend the inspection.  At the inspection the inspector will compare your home to a perfect home.  His job is not to pass or fail your new home, that is your decision.  His job will be to thoroughly inspect all of the … (6 comments)

real estate: Salem, Oregon-Riverfront Park-Acid Ball to Eco-Earth Globe - 01/24/11 03:56 PM
Salem, Oregon-Riverfront Park-Acid Ball to Eco-Earth Globe


If you haven't seen the Eco-Earth Globe since it was "re-done", it's truly a site to see.  The Eco-Earth Globe, when it was the acid ball,   originally stored the acid that Boise Cascade used to break down wood chips into pulp.  After cleaning, it took about five years to cover the globe with approximately 86,000 tiles.  Today it is a piece of art and can be viewed at Riverfront Park in Salem, Oregon.

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real estate: Newport, Oregon-Where to See Sea Lions - 01/23/11 01:04 PM
Newport, Oregon-See the Sea Lions.

My husband and I escaped for a few days to the coast last week, so I will be doing a few Oregon Coast posts as I have a section dedicated to the Oregon Coast on my Real Estate Salem Oregon site.  This picture was taken down on the historic bayfront in Newport, Oregon.  You can usually see the Sea Lions laying up on the docks behind the seafood plants.   Sea Lions have been in this spot every time that I have visited Newport. You can hear them from a distance-they are loud.   We … (4 comments)

real estate: Oregon Coast-Places to Eat in Newport, Oregon-La Maison - 01/22/11 02:00 PM
Oregon Coast-Places to Eat in Newport, Oregon-La Maison

La Maison is a fairly new restaurant and bakery located in Newport, Oregon, at 315 SW 9th St.  We just happened to stumble on it when we seen an ad in one of the local area tourist magazines that mentioned Monte Cristo sandwiches, which just happens to be my favorite sandwich.  La Maison did not disappoint.   The food and service are fabulous!   The La Maison Monte Cristo is made a little differently from the standard Monte Cristo sandwich.  Roasted turkey and ham and included, but the sandwich is grilled on … (3 comments)

real estate: Oregon Parks-Drift Creek Falls - 01/21/11 03:37 PM

Drift Creek Falls is located near Lincoln City, Oregon.  The hike is about a mile and a half.  This picture is of the suspension bridge that is located down by the falls. My husband and I spent 3 days at the coast this week and this is one of the pictures from your hike.  I will be putting together a video later with pictures on the trail and also of the falls.  The bridge was really something to see though.  I did not walk on it, but my husband did. 
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real estate: Selling Your Salem Oregon Home-How Do I Remove My Woodstove or Fireplace Insert? - 01/20/11 12:26 PM
Selling Your Salem Oregon Home-How Do I Remove My Woodstove or Fireplace Insert?
 

 
Dear Seller,
You have a couple of different options for removing your woodstove or fireplace insert once you have determined that it is not certified through DEQ or EPA.
You can remove it yourself, or contact your local woodstove retailer or chimney sweep who may be able to remove and destroy your device for you. Home Firestove is one of the local businesses that can help you out with this.
If you choose to remove it yourself, you can take it to a local metal scrap recycler … (6 comments)

real estate: Keizer, Oregon-Price Reduced on 1735 Brian CT NE-$230,000 - 01/19/11 06:31 AM
Keizer Oregon Home for Sale-1735 Brian CT NE
Video Tour of 1735 Brian CT NE, Keizer Oregon
 

 
Beautiful 3/2.5 with living room and family room. Home is upgraded with laminate floors downstairs and tile kitchen and baths. Open floor plan with living room and gas fireplace. Upgraded master suite with corner fireplace, soaker tub, shower and walk in closet. Large bedrooms. Large fenced backyard with room for RV's or toys
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real estate: Selling Your Salem, Oregon Home-How Do I Know If I Need To Remove My Woodstove or Fireplace Insert? - 01/18/11 05:12 AM
Selling Your Salem, Oregon Home-How Do I Know If I Need to Remove My Woodstove or Fireplace Insert?

 
Dear Seller, 
On August, 1 2010, Oregon did enact a new law that affects sellers who have woodstoves or fireplace inserts.  This law requires you to remove the woodstove or fireplace insert if it is not certified by DEQ or EPA.  This law was put into place  for environmental protection, and for the most part includes woodstoves or inserts that are over 25 years old, or those that you have installed yourself.  How can you tell if your woodstove or fireplace … (0 comments)

real estate: Salem Oregon Community Events-Willamette Valley Vineyards-Mo's Crab and Chowder Festival - 01/14/11 12:53 PM
Salem Oregon Community Events-Willamette Valley Vineyards-Mo's Crab and Chowder Festival
January is Oregon Crab Month and in celebration Mo's will once again be at Willamette Valley Vineyards to host the Mo's Crab and Chowder Festival on January 21st-23rd.  This year they have added a Friday evening event with live music by JT and the Tourists.   Entry is $10 and includes a wine glass for tasting.  There is an additional charge by Mo's for food purchase depending on what you decide to eat.  So, remember to bring some cash with you.
Event Date & Time
Friday Night Kick-off Event : January … (5 comments)

real estate: Salem Oregon Community Events-34th Annual Mid-Valley Home Show this Weekend! - 01/13/11 02:53 PM
Salem Oregon-34th Annual Mid-Valley Home Show
 

 
This year's Mid-Valley Home Show will be held at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in the Americraft Center and Columbia Hall on January 14th-16th.   The home show is put on by the Marion/Polk Homebuilder's Association.
Show Hours & Dates:Friday, January 14th        1pm-8pmSaturday, January 15th  10am-8pmSunday, January 16th    10am-5pm
 
The home show is a great place to get ideas for home remodeling projects, or to get ideas about products that you would like used in your new construction home that you may be considering building.  The home … (3 comments)

real estate: Salem Oregon Homes for Sale-Price Reduced-$169,900 1595 Bonnie Way NW - 01/12/11 02:52 PM
Salem Oregon Home For Sale at 1595 Bonnie Way
 
 
 
Fantastic price on this West Salem Cutie!! 3/1.5 with 2264 sq ft.  Home features a living room with wood fireplace, and family room with gas fireplace and built in bar, and formal and informal eating areas. Seller states hardwood floors under carpet. Tons of built in storage!  Lovely two tiered backyard is great for entertaining. True two car garage with extra large driveway and room for RV. Great views from living room!! Updates include a newer electrical panel.

Great Price on this 2264 sq ft. home with room for RV. … (7 comments)

 
Mel Wagner, Principal Broker/Agent Salem Oregon Real Estate (Knipe Realty)

Mel Wagner

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Salem, OR

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