gilbert: The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week - 3/22/16 - 03/22/16 01:26 AM
The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week takes us back to the ever popular DC Ranch and in to the subdivision of Silverleaf. A true Spanish style luxury property, this exquisite home displays a genuine desert beauty.  Backing to the McDowell Mountain Preserve the new owner will never tire of the majestic views surrounding them as if they are the only residents in the area. The exterior landscaping has also been expertly designed to combine the natural desert vegetation with stone walking paths, gardens, and covered patio areas to provide shade from the hot summer days.  A simple yet inviting pool was precisely placed … (18 comments)

gilbert: Good Friday and Easter Services at Redemption Church in Gilbert, AZ - 03/21/16 01:16 AM
 
 
There are a multitude of congregations and churches around Gilbert, Arizona that will undoubtedly be holding Good Friday and Easter services. If you are in the Gilbert area and looking to attend a Good Friday or Easter service come to Redemption Church in Gilbert, Arizona. Not only is this my home church where we attend every Sunday but they hold a very special outdoor service for Good Friday on their huge campus lawn and a wonderful service Indoors for Easter Sunday.
Located just Northwest of Mcqueen Rd and Elliot Road in Gilbert, Redemption church is preparing for the close to 3,000 people … (12 comments)

gilbert: February 2016 Market Report - How much is my Gilbert, AZ Home worth? - 03/21/16 01:08 AM
Sold to List Ratio in Gilbert, Arizona February 2016
 
Real estate market data for Gilbert, AZ provided by Nicole Doty of  Zion Realty.
 
Every home owner wants to know how much their property is worth. Prices have long since stabilized for the most part here in Arizona and the dramatic shifts in upward and downward pricing have largely ceased. Bidding wars are few and far between and are only reserved for those most sought after locations around the Valley where properties rarely come available. But what can a home owner expect to get from their Gilbert, Arizona home?
The Sold to List ratio is a comparison between the price … (2 comments)

gilbert: Animals of the MLS - 03/19/16 03:51 AM
We have a curious kitty in this weeks edition of Animals of the MLS. This tabby just couldn't help but check out all the action around the agent snapping photos of their home. I bet they especially wanted to keep an eye out to make sure their cat house in the corner was not messed with by this picture taking stranger. I imagine many a lazy afternoon is spent perched high above the floor sleeping the day away in their specially made kitty clubhouse. It's also situated right by a window so our four-legged friend can keep an eye out on the … (24 comments)

gilbert: Horse Property Homes for Sale in Gilbert, AZ - Update February 2016 - 03/17/16 01:40 AM

It's hard to believe that Gilbert, Arizona was once known as the "Hay shipping Capital of the World." Since the mid-90's Gilbert has experienced a growth explosion not only in population but also in business and commerce. The famous Gilbert railroad tracks that cut straight through the entire Town are still there and plenty of rail shipments find their way through the hustle and bustle of sprawling subdivisions, however, Gilbert is far from the sleepy farm town it used to be. 
Gilbert, Arizona is now the 4th largest Town in the entire State of Arizona. Encompassing just 72.6 square miles Gilbert has transformed itself from … (10 comments)

gilbert: Coronado Ranch Homes for Sale in Gilbert, AZ 85297 - Update Feb '16 - 03/17/16 12:51 AM

When it comes to location, outdoor neighborhood amenities, and lifestyle, Coronado Ranch is a highly sought after community situated in Gilbert, Arizona. While consistent residential and business growth has pushed new home builders further away from the center of Town, Coronado Ranch is perfectly positioned to take advantage of a bustling and vibrant area. Located between Higley Rd and Power Rd to the East and West, and Queen Creek Rd and Germann Rd to the North and South, residents of this wonderful neighborhood have just enough room to stretch out yet are still conveniently within minutes of shopping, freeway access, and Nationally acclaimed restaurants.
As soon as you pull in to this subdivision you'll … (9 comments)

gilbert: The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week - 3/15/16 - 03/15/16 01:21 AM
It's the one year anniversary of my weekly blog series "The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week"! Closings for million dollar luxury home listings in Arizona last week were sparse but if you're a fan of architects and designers that use natural surroundings to seamlessly blend in their properties to the native environment then you'll be a fan of this peaceful desert dwelling. Using native Saguaro, Palo Verde, Agave, and a vast array of stone and other indigenous features known throughout the area, this luxury home was brilliantly situated among the local terrain. The exterior is a pueblo style home popular here in the Southwest … (22 comments)

gilbert: Homes for sale in Gilbert, Arizona - February 2016 Market Report - 03/14/16 12:42 AM
Number of Listings in Gilbert, Arizona February 2016
 
Real estate market data for Gilbert, AZ provided by Nicole Doty of  Zion Realty.
 
The Gilbert, Arizona housing market is beginning to show signs of awakening from the annual Winter slow down that starts in late October and usually carries through February. Let's list and analyze the raw numbers from the chart below first then we'll make sense of what the market is telling us. There were 1,060 Active homes for sale on the market in Gilbert in February which is a 40 unit increase from January. New listings took a slight down turn in February with only 548 new homes being added to the … (3 comments)

gilbert: Animals of the MLS - 03/11/16 07:06 AM
This week's featured pet in Animals of the MLS seems a bit surprised to find themselves in a photo shoot. It's as if they stumbled in to the room freshly awakened from their afternoon nap only to find a stranger with a camera snapping pictures of their domicile. They seem caught between wanting to go lay back down and the desire to go sniff out the unfamiliar guest. The look on this furry friend's face could also be conveying the message "Wait, you didn't get my good side. Let me turn around so you can take the picture again."
It's also a rare treat to have … (25 comments)

gilbert: Non HOA Homes for Sale in Gilbert, AZ - Update February 2016 - 03/10/16 11:54 PM

Home Owners Associations can be a very positive and necessary component to a neighborhood. They ensure cleanliness of the streets and sidewalks. In some subdivisions that have common green belt areas, parks, and playgrounds, they are in charge of trimming trees, grass, bushes, and the upkeep of the playground equipment. 
Your neighborhood Home Owners Association will also establish the rules and laws in regards to the appearance of front yards throughout the community which will maintain the integrity and manicured look of the entire subdivision. Did your neighbor share with you their desire to paint the exterior of their home a bright yellow? Well … (10 comments)

gilbert: Cooley Station Homes for Sale in Gilbert, AZ 85295 - Update Feb '16 - 03/09/16 06:02 AM

When it comes to location, amenities, and lifestyle, Cooley Station is a highly sought after community situated in Gilbert, Arizona. While consistent residential and business growth has pushed new home builders further away from the center of Town, Cooley Station is perfectly positioned to take advantage of a bustling and vibrant area. Located between Higley Rd and Recker Rd to the East and West, and Pecos Rd and Williams Field Rd to the North and South, residents of this wonderful neighborhood have just enough room to stretch out yet are still conveniently within minutes of shopping, freeway access, and Nationally acclaimed restaurants. 
The classic look of red brick walls surrounding this … (4 comments)

gilbert: Charlie Chaplin once lost his own look-alike contest - 03/08/16 05:32 AM

Younger generations may not be familiar with the slapstick comedian, silent film star, and Hollywood icon Charlie Chaplin but his legend is certainly solidified in the hearts and minds of film junkies and history lovers. Before Charlie hit the big-time he cut his teeth as a young performer by clog dancing at the age of 10, and landing his first acting job as a pageboy in a stage production of Sherlock Holmes by the time he was 12. 
In 1975, Charlie heard news of an establishment holding a Charlie Chaplin look-alike contest so he decided to secretly enter the challenge. He came in … (28 comments)

gilbert: The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week - 3/8/16 - 03/07/16 11:57 PM
The most expensive home that sold in Arizona last week is a real treat! Let me introduce you to Chateau on Central. Multiple designers came together to create a Luxury, privately gated Brownstone community right in the heart of Phoenix unlike anything you'd ever see in the area. Located in the landmark corridor on Central Avenue these unique properties offer Five levels of extravagant living and are zoned to allow for "mixed use" on the basement and lower level. This gives the residents the ability to establish and run a business right out of their own homes to allow for a live-work … (15 comments)

gilbert: Market Report - Listing Prices in Gilbert, AZ - February 2016 - 03/07/16 01:09 AM
Listing Prices in Gilbert, Arizona February 2016
 
Real estate market data for Gilbert, AZ provided by Nicole Doty of  Zion Realty.
 
Everything is looking up for the Gilbert, Arizona housing market. It looks like the busy Spring buying season is starting early in 2016. The average Active list price for a home in Gilbert for the month of February 2016 was $329,900 which is a $14,000 increase from February of 2015.  Sold home values also experienced an increase. The average price for a home sold in Gilbert, Arizona in February was $261,740 which is an increase of $8,000 over last years value. The biggest jump was seen in the New listings coming on … (5 comments)

gilbert: Animals of the MLS - 03/04/16 01:39 AM
We've had mostly pets of the canine persuasion in Animals of the MLS lately, but this week shows us a friendly feline who isn't afraid to be front and center. Cats can be hit and miss when it comes to entering in to a property where they dwell. You have the neighborly variety that will run up to greet you and perhaps rub against your legs a few times in an attempt to coerce you in to scratching their head if only for a brief moment. Then you have the skittish types who will run away and hide as soon as they … (31 comments)

gilbert: What Girl Scout Cookies taught me about Business - 03/01/16 06:18 AM

Who doesn't know about those bite-sized, irresistibly tasty treats called Girl Scout cookies? That's a rhetorical question of course. Everyone knows them and loves them. Whether you're a fan of the traditional Thin Mint or prefer the chocolate, coconut combination in Samoas each person has their favorite. Beginning in 1917 sales of Girl Scout cookies as a way to finance troop activities proved to be a prosperous endeavor. In the early 1920's they were sold for a mere ¢25 to ¢30 per dozen. Today, it's estimated that nearly 200 million boxes of cookies are sold each year. 
So how did Girl Scout cookies go from a … (82 comments)

gilbert: The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week - 3/1/16 - 02/29/16 11:53 PM
The most expensive home that sold in Arizona last week is a California style mansion situated on almost 7-acres of the most prime Paradise Valley land you can buy! The main home is just over 10,500 square feet with an additional and separate 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest house. The exterior of this luxury property features clean, straight lines, decorative columns, and the quintessential red tile roof. Sitting at the base of Camelback Mountain, the sprawling and seemingly endless lush, green landscaping provide a picturesque view worthy of the $6.25 million dollar price tag. But the exterior amenities don't simply stop with the breathtaking views. This property comes … (17 comments)

gilbert: How many homes are for sale in Gilbert, AZ - January 2016 Update - 02/28/16 11:16 PM
Absorption Rate in Gilbert, Arizona January 2016
 
Real estate market data for Gilbert, AZ provided by Nicole Doty of  Zion Realty.
 
What is the Absorption Rate when it comes to real estate? The Absorption Rate chart shows how long the current inventory of properties would last at the current rate of sales. If no new properties were added to the market, and sales continued at a steady pace, the Absorption rate indicates the number of months required to sell all the properties on the market. In a healthy real estate market this number should hover around a 3-Month average. As you can see the Gilbert, Arizona real estate market has been … (8 comments)

gilbert: Animals of the MLS - 02/26/16 11:42 AM
We've got two penned pooches on this week's edition of Animals of the MLS. Our four-legged friends don't seem to appreciate being locked up and confined to this backyard prison.  I'm guessing on any normal day these two companions roam their territory free to terrorize any neighborhood tabby that happens to dare sit on their fence. I bet after many spirited games of tug-o-war they lounge around during the afternoon in the shade or inside on their owners favorite furniture. I'd venture to guess that the bigger dog lets the little one win every once in a while just to help his ego. 
Having two animals to … (27 comments)

gilbert: Open House - 1063 E Shannon Court Gilbert, AZ 85295 - 02/26/16 07:31 AM

Zion Realty proudly presents 1063 E. Shannon Court for sale for the first time since being built.  A rare opportunity to purchase one of only four homes in the entire Springtree subdivision of Gilbert that were built on almost 1-acre of land. Meticulously cared for by it's only owner, this dream home offers amenities that are usually found only in Million dollar listings. At 3,800 square feet, this 4 bedroom & 3 Full bathroom home also includes a loft and separate sitting area/den off of the master suite. One bedroom and one full bathroom are located downstairs making a perfect In-Law … (9 comments)

 
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