West Savage Real Estate Blog

JUST SOLD! 7012 - 151st Street, Savage

JUST SOLD 4BR Townhouse backing to a private wooded lot!   Maple cabinets, silestone countertops, finished basement, loft and deck.  So many amenities!  Wide-plank hardwood floors.  Buyer is adding customizations prior to closing!   Scheduled to close this fall.   

The Skinny - "September 2011"

PRICE REDUCED! Garden Cottage at 13762 Glenhurst Lane, Savage

This 3BR 3BA “garden cottage” is bright and open!   The main floor offers a two-story vaulted living room with bay window which opens to a spacious kitchen with ample countertop space, tile “terracotta-like” floors and skylight window.  The kitchen walks out to an incredible deck.  Two bedrooms (one with a walk-in closet) and a full bathroom with a skylight also lie off the kitchen. 

The lower level was renovated to maximize functionality, and includes a large family room with (gas) woodstove and garden window, a large bedroom with an enormous walk-in closet, a full bathroom and a tiled laundry room.   The family room walks out to the backyard.  

The homeowner has added maintenance-free vinyl siding and windows, doors and a new roof.    The home offers two paver patios and privacy fencing.  The gardens are lush and colorful, and include a variety of native plants. 

24 Hour Recorded Message   1-800-605-6994   Ext. 539

View our VIRTUAL TOUR and ONLINE FLYER for 13762 Glenhurst Lane in Savage! 

Offerd at $169,700

For more information on 13762 Glenhurst Lane, please contact Chad and Sara Huebener in the Scott County Regional office of Coldwell Banker Burnet at 952-212-3597. 

Price Reduced! Wetland Views at 6642 Ashton Circle

PRICE REDUCED!  

This fantastic two-story home backs to a wetland preserve that creates blissful scenery every time you look out the window!   It’s the perfect home for the person seeking a hint of nature!

The main floor offers an grand entrance with living room with cathedral ceiling and walls of windows.  The living room opens to a large family room with gas fireplace and wetland views.  The two rooms are separated by a high wall filled with unique cutouts.   The kitchen is enormous and has a bayed dinette, center island, 42” cabinetry, and newer appliances.  The laundry/mud room lies just off the kitchen and includes tile floors and washer and dryer. 

Upstairs you’ll find three large bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a private master suite overlooking the wetland, with tile bathroom boasting dual sink vanity, whirlpool tub and separate shower.  

The lower level provides opportunity for future expansion, large enough to include a family room, bedroom, bathroom, and another room for recreation or play.   The lower level walks out to the backyard.

The home is outfitted with window treatments, solid 6-panel doors, and neutral finishes.  It includes a 3 car garage with openers and an in-ground sprinkler system.  The home is situated on a quiet, cul de sac.

24 Hour Recorded Message  1-800-605-6994  Ext.  599

Offered at $264,900

View our COLDWELL BANKER ON LOCATION video of 6642 Ashton Circle.

For more information on 6642 Ashton Circle, please contact Chad and Sara Huebener or Jason and Brooke Huerkamp of the Southbridge Team of Coldwell Banker Burnet at 952-445-7272.

Waterfront Home Tour! We're Showcasing......15209 Fairbanks Trl NE

The annual Coldwell Banker Burnet Waterfront Tour is being held this year on October 2, 2011 from 1:00pm - 5:00pm.   This year, we are showcasing our Prior Lakefront home designed by Architect Charles R. Stinson, at 15209 Fairbanks Trail NE in Prior Lake. 

ON LOCATION at 8682 Carriage Hill Road in The POINTE

More Appraisal Changes - Effective September 1

Appraisals have already earned a repuation for being highly volatile, and now new guidelines went into effect on September 1.   The new rule, called the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) requires appraisals to be done in a specific way when the loan is sold to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.   FHA will begin following these guidelines early next year.   Slow response times on appraisals are expected as appraisers get familiar with the new requirements. 

We've taken this 37 page memo and condensed it into a very brief summary of what the new changes entail. 

1.  Standardized descriptions of property:   The UAD requires standard descriptions for a property's condition, quality, view and location.  

• Condition and quality will be scored on a scale of 1 to 6 (C1-C6 and Q1-Q6) with 1 being the best.  
• Property views/location will use standard codes of A, N or B - adverse, neutral or beneficial.   A further list of codes provides more information, such as Mtn = Mountain or BsyRd = Busy Road.

2.  New information:   Additional data must be included by the appraiser, including:

• Days on market for the subject propery and comparables
• Bathroom and kitchen improvements, including type of work and when it was done

3.  Numeric data inputs:   Dates, dollar amounts, number of rooms, lot size (to name a few) must be entered in specific ways.  

• Appraisers that describe a bath and a half as 1 1/2 must now input it as 1.1.   Two full and two half baths will now be 2.2.
• Lot sizes below one acre must be converted to square feet.

So what will all this mean for the sellers and buyers?    Our biggest concern with the new standards, particularly in relation to the buyer's market we are currently in is in regards to market time, as our sources have told us that homes with higher market times will be docked in value accordingly.   We'll keep you informed on how the new appraisal standards impact the market, if they indeed do at all. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JUST SOLD! Meticulous Ramber at 1680 Windsor Drive

JUST SOLD!  This custom built 4BR 3BA rambler is situated on large, fully fenced lot with mature evergreen trees.   The home offers a bright and open floor plan with 10′ ceilings on the main level.  Enjoy a modern kitchen with stainless appliances, tons of countertop space and hardwood floors.  A 4-season porch with French door entry overlooks the yard. The family room is bayed and offers a stone fireplace. 

The main floor master suite offers a walk-in closet and private, 3/4 bath.

The lower level is fully finished and has a large family room, two bedrooms and an exercise room.  Other features include a concrete driveway, in-ground sprinkler system, water softener and updated lighting throughout. 

For more information on 1680 Windsor Drive, please contact Chad and Sara Huebener (952-212-3597) or Jason & Brooke Huerkamp (612-306-8421) of the Southbridge Team in the Scott County Regional office of Coldwell Banker Burnet. 

Just Listed in OAK HILLS! Wooded Privacy at 9347 134th Street - Chad & Sara Huebener, Coldwell Banker Burnet, Lic. MN

This beautifully-appointed home at 9347 134th Street in the Oak Hills neighborhood is tucked into a mature-treed lot on a dead-end street, offering privacy and wooded views!

The main floor features a two-story Great Room, formal living and dining rooms, a den with French door entry, powder bath and laundry.  A private deck and flagstone patio create an outdoor oasis right off the kitchen.  

The upper level includes four bedrooms separated by a catwalk. The master suite includes a French door entry and a private bathroom with dual sink vanity, double transom windows, walk-in closet, whirlpool tub and separate shower.   The lower level is unfinished and clean and ready for your touches!  

This home includes such upgrades as hardwood floors, 42” raised-panel cabinetry with oil-rubbed bronze hardware, solid 6-panel doors, a center island, and 9’ ceilings.   The home includes a three-car garage and an in-ground sprinkler system.    The lower level is unfinished and clean and ready for your touches!  

24 Hour Recorded Message   1-800-605-6994   Ext.  589

View our VIRTUAL TOUR or ONLINE FLYER for 9347 134th Street in the Oak Hills neighborhood of Savage.   This home is proudly marketed by Chad and Sara Huebener of Coldwell Banker Burnet.   For more information on this home, call 952-212-3597. 

 

JUST SOLD! 14079 Rhode Island Avenue - Savage

JUST SOLD!  3BR 2BA home on a wooded cul de sac lot in Savage!   In-ground pool, granite countertops, new carpet and lighting!