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Vista: Featured Developments ...................................... 18

Iowa Association of Realtors:Home Price Statistics ....................................................... 20

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Description: Stone Prairie consists of five remaining lots in Plat 1 with 34 lots available for 2013 construction in Plats 2 and 3. Stone Prairie is ideally located in one of the metro’s fastest growing communities on SE LA Grant Parkway, adjacent to the existing Waukee Middle School as well as a future school site, and just over one mile from the Waukee High School. Great access to University Avenue, Ashworth Road, I-80 and I-35, and the future Alice’s Road extension.

School District: Waukee

Directions: Travel west from Interstate 80/35 on University Ave/Hwy 6 into Waukee, IA. Turn south on SE LA Grant Pkwy and continue approximately one mile. Stone Prairie is located on the west side of road directly across from Waukee Middle School.

Contact for lot specific pricing, plat maps, and covenants.Peoples Company Listing #1626

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Description: Residential lots available throughout the coveted Orchard Hills Development in Norwalk, IA. Now selling lots in Orchard Trail Plat 3. Something for everyone including daylight, flat, walk-out, cul-de-sac, treed lots. Take advantage of the residential tax abatement offered through the City of Norwalk. Located in the highly sought-after school district of Norwalk. Close to schools, parks, and churches. Enjoy the feel of small-town living while taking advantage of the Metro amenities. Development is located 1.3 miles from Norwalk High School, 5.1 miles from Interstate 35, and just a short commute to anywhere in the Des Moines Metro.

School District: Norwalk

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Description: 29 single family residential lots available in Plat1 of The Grove located in Ankeny, Iowa. Lots have 65’and 75’ frontages and includea variety of walkouts, daylights, and flats. Located a quarter mile from the proposed Ankeny Catholic School site, just 2.5 miles from the SaylorvilleMarina, less than 5.0 milesfrom I-35, and just a short commute to anywhere in theDes Moines Metro. Propertysits just north of CherryGlenn Estates, one ofAnkeny’s fastest growing subdivisions.

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Kalen Eastwood Ludwig515-402-3169 | [email protected]

Features:• Spacious ranch plan by KRM Development• Norwalk School District• Over 2,350 finished square feet• 4 bedroom/3 bath• Vaulted ceilings in main living area• Kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances• Sun filled eat in area with access to 12x12 deck• Master suite includes walk-in closet and private tiled bath• Finished lower level with family room, 4th bedroom, bath• Floor to ceiling stone fireplace in great room• First floor laundry and mudroom with cubbies• 1 year builder warranty included

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1. Verona Hills South (W Ave & Douglas Pkwy) Katie Sell: 453-6203

2. Boston Commons (Berkshire & Boston Pkwy) Coming Soon!

3. Warrior Ridge (SE LA Grant & SE Westown Pkwys) Katie Sell: 453-6203

4. Glynn Village (SE University Ave) Katie Sell: 453-6203

5. Sienna Ridge Gardens (Active Adult) (Ashworth Rd & 88th St) Summer Clark: 453-5969 Jodi Ingham: 453-5792

6. Bridgewood North (Multi Family) (Bridgewood Blvd & S 81st St) Jennifer Thorn: 453-5491 Erin Herron: 453-5683

7. Bridgewood North (Bridgewood Blvd & S 81st St) Jennifer Thorn: 453-5491 Erin Herron: 453-5683

8. Woodland Hills (S 95th St & Booneville Rd) Chris Albright: 453-5244 Brandon Winn: 453-6134

9. Fox Valley (Adams St & 40th Ave) Chris Albright: 453-5244 Brandon Winn: 453-6134

10. Crosshaven (100th St & Hazelwood Ave) Katie Sell: 453-6203

11. Ironwood (Altoona, 21st St & Hearthstone Circle SW) Chris Albright: 453-5244 Brandon Winn: 453-6134

12. The Legacy (Norwalk, Hwy 28 & High Rd) Chris Albright: 453-5244 Brandon Winn: 453-6134

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vEronA HiLLS SoutH PLAt 1, CLivEConstruction has begun on 2 homes within brand new Verona Hills South Plat 1. Great schools and a prime location just north of Douglas on Alice’s Rd. make this a great place to live. Contact the agent today to discuss multiple plans on a variety of lots, homes from $300-$400k.

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Thinking about building your dream home? Consider Spring Creek Hills, SE Polk’s newest neighborhood. Fantastic location just south of SE Polk High School and across the street from Toad Valley Golf Course. Standard, daylight, and walkout lots available starting at $48,900. Save thousands with 5 year graduated tax abatement.

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CLIVE, IOWA (Jan. 15, 2012) – The Iowa Association of Realtors® (IAR) reports home prices were up significantly in December compared to last December, while sales held fairly steady.

According to the IAR’s December 2012 Housing Trends Report, the median sale price increased by 7.8 percent. The median sale price was $125,000 in December 2012, and $116,000 in December 2011. The average sale price was also up, increasing by 11.6 percent. The average sale price in December 2012 was $149,946, while the average sale price in December 2011 was $134,332. Thirty-three of the 44 local Realtor® boards in the state reported increases in the median sale price in December, and 30 had increases in average sale price.

The number of sales also inched up by 0.8 percent from last year at this time. This increase is represented by 21 more homes selling last month than in December 2011. The report shows that 2,512 homes sold/closed in December 2012, and 2,491 homes sold/closed in December 2011. Twenty-five boards had increases in sales last month.

The statewide inventory of homes on the market at the end of the month was 17,630, which includes 2,277 new active residential listings. The month’s supply of inventory in December was 6.1 months, down 18 percent from December 2011. Six months’ supply represents an even buyer/seller market. The average days on the market was 97 days, down nine days or 8.5 percent from last December. Twenty-seven local boards had decreases in average days on the market.

2012 in RevieWIAR also reports that annual sales and prices were both up in 2012 overall. IAR’s Annual 2012 Housing Trends Report shows that sales increased by a substantial 12 percent. There were 34,860 homes sold across the state in 2012, and 31,114 homes sold in 2011.

The median sale price went up by 4.1 percent or $5,000 last year. The median sale price was $121,000 in 2011 and $126,000 in 2012. The average sale price also increased, jumping 5.6 percent or $7,891 from $139,773 in 2011 to $147,664 in 2012.

“2012 was a very good year for the housing market and economic improvement in Iowa,” says Don Marple, president of the IAR. “2012 sales were the highest annual sales since 2007. Similarly, the median sale price and average sale price in 2012 were the highest since we started keeping comprehensive statewide records in 2005. These are pretty significant indicators that the market is on the upswing. The year end statistics give us hope for continued positive activity in 2013.”

Marple reminds buyers and sellers that real estate is local and to contact a local Realtor® for more information on the market in their community.

The information used to create the IAR December 2012 Housing Trends Report and the IAR Annual 2012 Housing Trends Report was current as of January 14 at 11:00 a.m. The information is subject to change due to the dynamic nature of the IAR’s housing statistics system, which is updated hourly based on information present in local participating MLS (multiple listing service) systems.

The term Realtor® is a registered trademark, which identifies real estate professionals who follow a strict code of ethics as members of the National Association of Realtors®. The Iowa Association of Realtors® is the state’s largest real estate professional organization representing more than 6,200 members and affiliates. The IAR releases a Housing Trends Report each month. Data is collected from local Realtor® boards through their multiple listing service (MLS), which tracks sales activities in the board area. The IAR compiles all of the local board data into the statewide report each month. Reports are available online to IAR members and affiliates with a login and password. Anyone is eligible to become an IAR affiliate. For membership information, visit www.iowarealtors.com.

Home PRiCeS uPin DeCembeR,SaLeS anD PRiCeS uP in 2012Press Release from Iowa Association of Realtors®

The trailing twelve months (TTM) graph provides an indication of the direction of the market, in terms of closed sales, over the last 12 months. Comparing the historical TTM average with periods of recession and housing stimulus indicates that housing stimulus programs were an effective means to mitigate the effects of the recession on the Iowa housing market. While the TTM average indicates that the “bottom” for the Iowa real estate market occurred around June 2011, it is likely that the true “bottom” for the market occurred sometime in the summer or early fall of 2010 – after the expiration of housing stimulus programs. Note that the TTM average also shows that the Iowa housing market has seen consistent improvement for 18 consecutive months, indicating a sustained recovery of the Iowa housing market.

The Iowa housing market continued its recovery in December. While the number of December 2012 closed sales was only slightly ahead of the number of sales at this time last year, median prices and inventory showed a healthy 7.8 percent increase and 8.2 percent decrease, respectively. Increasing prices and decreasing inventory levels have been prevalent in Iowa throughout 2012, leading to a neutral buyer/seller marketplace across the state. Some areas of the state have even passed into seller’s market territory as inventory levels continue to decrease.

A housing recovery requires both an increasing number of closed sales and increasing sales prices. While the Iowa housing market showed a slight increase in sales in 2011, prices were still falling. High inventory levels in 2011 contributed to falling prices as buyers had much of the bargaining power. However, this trend reversed in 2012, and as inventory fell prices started to improve as sellers regained bargaining power. Closed sales and prices both rebounded significantly in 2012, further indicating a sustained recovery of the Iowa housing market.

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• 2,402 SF Two Story w/ Awesome Layout• One of the Last Homes Left in Walnut Creek Hills• Cul-de-sac Treed Lots w/ No Rear Neighbors • 4 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths• Built-ins & Custom Woodwork Throughout• Granite Countertops & Attractive Backsplash• Master w/ Tray Ceiling, Jacuzzi Tub, & Tiled Shower• Mud room w/ laundry & Cubbies• Tile and Hardwood Floors • Open Staircase •OfficewithFrenchDoors•LargeCoveredDeck

16800 Alpine Court | Clive, IowaWalnut Creek Hills

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NEW CONSTRuCTION! JuST FINISHEd!

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1300 50th St. Suite 106 • West Des Moines, IA 50266 • 515-222-1347 • www.PeoplesCompany.com

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410 sycamore drive, norwalkRanch Classic Series Floorplan

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136 orchard trail, norwalkRanch Designer Series Floorplan

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1012 nW Abbie drive, AnkenyRanch Classic Series Floorplan

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901 nW Abbie drive, AnkenyStyle Setter II Floorplan

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515-222-1347 • www.PeoplesCompany.com1300 50th St. Suite 106 • West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Contact Steve Bruere for lot sales,[email protected] 515-240-7500.

Painted WoodSin Waukee

Lot # Sq. Ft. type PricePl 1-Lt 29 20,610 sq. ft. Walk-out $79,900Pl 2-Lt 1 30,035 sq. ft. Flat SOLDPl 2-Lt 4 31,861 sq. ft. Walk-out PENDINGPl 2-Lt 5 24,930 sq. ft. Flat $84,900Pl 2-Lt 8 24,555 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 9 60,984 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 13 22,865 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 15 24,560 sq. ft. Walk-out $84,900Pl 2-Lt 16 19,999 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 17 19,981 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 21 23,935 sq. ft. Flat SOLDPl 2-Lt 22 29,474 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 25 50,314 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 28 20,032 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 30 15,500 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 32 15,887 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 34 21,688 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 2-Lt 36 21,365 sq. ft. Walk-out $69,900Pl 3-Lt 8 42,168 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 3-Lt 13 25,284 sq. ft. Flat $94,900Pl 3-Lt 15 17,693 sq. ft. Flat $92,900Pl 3-Lt 17 24,124 sq. ft. Daylight $91,900Pl 3-Lt 20 34,801 sq. ft. Walk-out $94,900Pl 3-Lt 21 31,395 sq. ft. Walk-out $94,900Pl 3-Lt 22 31,118 sq. ft. Walk-out $94,900Pl 3-Lt 25 65,692 sq. ft. Daylight SOLDPl 3-Lt 28 21,000 sq. ft. Walk-out SOLDPl 3-Lt 30 30,505 sq. ft. Flat $91,900

Listing #1725 Large, wooded lots in the prestigious Painted Woods development. Choose from a variety of walk-outs, daylights, and standard lots. Painted Woods offers the best of both worlds with a country feel and great access to the city. Easy access to I-80 and minutes from West Des Moines. Large, established trees.

Lot type should be verified by professional homebuilder before purchase to determine if lot is suitable as a daylight or walkout. While we believe said lot types to be correct, Peoples Company warrants no liability for their accuracy and is not responsible for potential errors.

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Glynn VillageOrton Homes is currently selling homes in Plats 4, 5 and 6 at Glynn Village located in Waukee, Iowa. Glynn Village provides unprecedented lifestyle advantages that feature open public park lands, walking and biking trails, play areas and a community clubhouse with swim pool.

Pricing begins at: $210,000

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Deer CreekOrton Homes is currently selling homes at Deer Creek located in Ankeny, Iowa. Walkable streets and park trails connect Deer Creek residents to each other and to the greater Ankeny community. Green space and parks dotted throughout the community bring neighbors together. The model home is now open!


Woodland HillsOrton Homes has 23 lots for sale in Woodland Hills located in West Des Moines, Iowa. Woodland Hills is a community like no other; a true hometown with rolling hills, open green space, neighborhood schoolsand expansive views.


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Those who have an interest in learning about the state of the Des Moines Metro housing lot inventory should mark their calendars for the 6th Annual Builder & Developer Luncheon presented by Peoples Company, Diligent Development and Acquire Magazine on March 1st.

our keynote speaker, Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., is a nationally acclaimed economist and public speaker specializing in making the arcana and minutia of economics fun, relevant and educational. He holds a B.A. in economics with first class honors from McGill University, as well as a Masters and Ph.D. in public administration from Syracuse University. Dr. Eisenberg, formerly a Senior Economist with the National Association of Home Builders in Washington, D.C., is a frequent speaker on topics including: economic forecasts, economic impact of homebuilding, consequences of government regulation, cost-benefit analysis, prudential use of financial derivatives, strategic business development and other current economic issues. He is regularly featured guest on several talk radio shows, is often seen on television and authors a daily 70 word commentary on the economy that is available at www.econ70.com.

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Pine View Estates in Ankeny is set for a Spring debut. This wonderful, attractively-priced development gives buyers a chance to own a high quality home at a budget-friendly price. It provides a fabulous location close to bike trails, Prairie Ridge Sports Complex, the public library, swimming pool and schools. This combination provides pride of ownership for all! Remington’s new Crown Series is offering homes in this subdivision starting at $189,000. We are now taking lot holds for Spring.

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Lost Lake in Polk City, Iowa offers the buyer a chance to live near their favorite places to play. This new development is located near the entrance of Big Creek State Park, across from Tournament Club of Iowa Golf Course, several city parks and within minutes of Saylorville Lake and its recreation areas. Small town living located between Ankeny and Grimes with easy access to West Des Moines. Polk City features one of the only town squares in Polk County that supports locally owned businesses and bustles with activities and events for its community. Here you will find some of the lowest real estate taxes in Polk County. Remington Homes offers no closing costs with preferred lender and Polk City does have some qualifying USDA financing. Many of these wonderful lots are large and back to trees and Army Corp land as well as a community park. Many of these lots cannot be duplicated anywhere else. We are currently taking names for our waiting list for purchasing lots this Spring.

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Darryl Bressonbuilder/developer and owner of Bresson Construction, Remington Homes and HighMark Development is leading the way by offering the highest standards, best quality products, craftsmanship and some of the best lot prices in Central Iowa. Darryl, along with his skilled team of professionals, has made Remington and HighMark the home builder and developer of choice for many new home owners.

We are currently taking lot holds for all developments.To view our floor plans, lots and developments pleasego to www.remingtonhomesiowa.com.

Ashland Pointe Are you looking to own a fabulous high quality home without the maintenance of yard work and shoveling snow? HighMark Development is proud to offer Ashland Pointe and its twin homes in North Ankeny. Located right across the street from the new North High School and just North of Prairie Ridge Sports Complex. These awesome twin homes offer buyers a chance to own either a ranch or a two-story home of quality construction and all units are end units. We are offering granite countertops, tile floors and quality carpets that you are sure to love. Owners will enjoy the two-car attached garages, a chance to choose from several different color selections and the option to have the basement finished. Dues include cable, snow removal, trash removal, lawn care and irrigation. We are currently taking holds on these great homes.

Rock Creek Crossing is one of Ankeny’s newest and hottest developments. This subdivision is located in NW Ankeny and is surrounded by other quality residential homes and provides easy access to all Ankeny has to offer including schools, parks and recreation. Great upscale neighborhood at great prices! Rock Creek Crossing is just one of the many developments that has been raising the bar for neighborhoods around the Des Moines Metro area. This beautiful subdivision is selling out fast. Don’t miss your chance to call Rock Creek Crossing home!

For lot information call DarrylDarryl Bresson(515) 249-2507

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Today’s new homes reflect changing market preferences and integrate elaborate designs and consumer desires into the floor plans and construction of the homes. And successful home builders have the knowledge, organizational skills and drive to build them.

But what does it really take to build a house?

Like a CEO, a home builder relies on a number of workers to get the job done right. A home builder guides dozens of skilled artisans and professionals, including carpenters, architects, engineers, plumbers, electricians, painters and landscapers. The builder must understand all of the home’s complex systems and know enough about each contractor’s trade in order to coordinate this skilled team to build and sell a quality product.

Some home builders develop the land on which the homes are built. In this capacity, they act as the land surveyor. They look at a piece of land to determine whether it complies with zoning regulations, local planning laws and environmental restrictions, and whether it is suitable for development. The home builder studies the lot’s topography, searching for rock outcroppings, shallow depth bedrock, shallow groundwater, natural drainage sources and dense vegetation. Landscaping options and erosion control also have to be considered. Once a builder determines that a site is suitable for construction, they must navigate the permitting process.

Home builders serve as liaisons with their communities and local government officials. They research and study local building codes to determine what can be built in a given location. In most localities, building codes govern building, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, electrical systems and fire safety. After studying the building codes, the builder collects all the required permits from various authorities before proceeding with construction.

Once the permits are obtained, the builder will prepare the site and select how the home will be situated on it. The home builder then oversees the entire construction process, which includes—but is certainly not limited

to—laying the foundation; erecting the framing, roofing and siding; building the walls; and installing the plumbing, heating and electrical work.

A home builder acts as an inspector. The local building department will inspect the construction site for code violations throughout the home’s construction. But a professional home builder will make certain the home meets both code and warranty guidelines long before and after the officials show up. Once the house is finished, the builder informs the appropriate municipal departments that it is ready for final inspection and the approval that the home is safe for its new owners to move in.

Professional home builders strive to deliver a home that will make their customers happy. To meet this objective, they act as public relations professionals. The builder will discuss the construction process and building schedule with the buyer, and plan times when the buyer can tour the building site and ask questions about the status of their new home.

Home builders are also businesspeople who establish a network of reliable and quality materials suppliers and trade contractors with whom they conduct business on a regular basis.

Home builders are schedulers and record keepers. They must think on their feet, keep complex construction timelines and tackle multiple tasks simultaneously in order to keep the construction process moving forward and ensure the home is completed on schedule.

All in all, home builders must wear many, many hats in order to deliver a home where the new owners can hang their own hats, raise a family and build lifelong memories.

What It Takes To Be a Home BuilderBy Creighton Cox, Executive OfficerHome Builders Association of Greater Des Moines

To learn more about the home building process or to find a home builder in the Des Moines Metro, contact Home Builders Association of Greater Des Moines at 515-270-8500 or visit www.desmoineshomebuilders.com

The builder must understand all of the home’s complex systems and know enough about each contractor’s trade in order to coordinate this skilled team to build and sell a quality product.

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