TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT » SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2012 Serving Tallahassee, Leon County and the surrounding area Weekly listings inside TD-0000219269 As a designer of custom jewelry, Aman- da Keidan sometimes takes delicate vintage pieces and reworks them into intricately sculptured, modern collec- tions. The same could be said of her sunny, art-filled Venice, Calif., home, the subject of a recent makeover. See the story, Page 4. Meant to catch the eye Jewelry designer’s home a sparkling vision
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TALLAHASSEE DEMOCRAT » SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2012
Serving Tallahassee, Leon County and the surrounding area
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As a designer of custom jewelry, Aman-da Keidan sometimes takes delicatevintage pieces and reworks them intointricately sculptured, modern collec-tions. The same could be said of hersunny, art-filled Venice, Calif., home, thesubject of a recent makeover. See thestory, Page 4.
As of 10/3/2012 Active Sold Past Yr Months Sold Prior Yr Yr/Yr Prior 6 Mo Prior 12 Mo
Listings 10/11-09/12 Supply 10/10-09/11 Change Avg Sale $ Avg Sale $
Total Det/TH/Condo 1,819 2,303 9.5 2,228 3% 172,400$ 173,200$Detached Only 1,400 1,792 9.4 1,749 2% 195,200$ 198,000$
TH/Condo Only 419 511 9.8 479 6% 88,300$ 86,600$
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Rae Roeder RealtyTRIM notices recently came out, and if your home has been homesteaded for a number of years youmay have noticed that your market value has gone down, but your assessed value has gone up as wellon your tax bill. That is due to something called “recapture.” Your assessed value goes up 3% even in adown market. Amendment 4 will give the legislature the authority to correct this problem.
Are you considering buying a new home? If you have no portable exemption, or are a first time buyer,your property will be taxed at full value while your neighbor next door will pay far less in taxes dueto his homestead exemption. Amendment 4 provides an additional exemption for the first five years toaddress this inequity.
Do you own a small business? Non-homestead property will have tax increases of 10% per year.Amendment 4 will reduce that increase to 5% and remove the “recapture” feature. The same scenario is inplace if you own rental property. Ask yourself if you think you can raise the rent by 10% per year whilebeing taxed at a higher rate due to “recapture”?
Florida needs growth in jobs which means attracting more people and industry to our state. If rental ratesare forced to increase, if home sales are hobbled because taxes make the monthly payments too high, ifthat clean industry company sees property taxes as a limiting factor, we all lose.
The good news: you can change your world by being an active voter! Never think“my one vote” doesn’t count. Don’t let an amendment fail because you thought it wasa great idea and everyone would vote yes. We will need 60% approval to pass anamendment and every vote counts.
The housing market appears to be taking an upward swing. We can give it a muchneeded boost by passing this amendment.
Vote “Yes” on Amendment 4: every vote counts!
Tomatoes onwindow-sills and radiator coversdominate this week’sdiscussion.
A reader put tomatoeson themarble windowsillin her kitchen, andwentaway for a few days.When she returned, thetomatoes were overripe
andmushy, and the acidfrom them etchedmarksin themarble.
She requested a rea-sonably priced fix.
Before I offer solu-tions from other readers,I shouldmention, as Deb-orahKates, the vicepresident of the Coates-ville Area Art Alliance,remindedme, that a “sun-ny sill is the worst place
to let tomatoes ripen.”“They should be out of
the sun,” said Kates, whoalso teaches courses inorganic gardening andjam-making. “Nowonderthey gotmushy and cre-ated that expensive prob-lem.”
We put ours in a paperbag to ripen and just waitthem out. I ate the lasttomato from our 2011
garden in January. Ourfood editor came to therescuewith BarKeepersFriend, which you canbuy just about anywherein liquid or powder formfor under $3.
ReaderHelene JawersuggestedGel-Gloss,which she purchased atHomeDepot. It comes ina16-ounce can for lessthan $10. The label states
it is for fiberglass, acryl-ic, andmarble surfaces.These productsmighthelp reader Rhonda de-Gategno inWest Chester,who doesn’t want to re-place her culturedmar-ble bathroom countertoponwhich a plug-in airfreshener had drippedand stainedwhile thefamily was on vacation.
On to radiators. JoePonessa advisedme re-gardingmy suggestionsto a homeownerwhowastrying to get some an-swers about radiatorcovers.
I suggested replacingthe old cast-iron clunkerswith somethingmoremodern and efficientrather thanwastingmon-ey covering or paintingthem.
Don’t mix apples andoranges, warns Ponessa,professor emeritus ofhousing, indoor environ-ment and health at Rut-gers Cooperative Exten-sion.
Radiators send heatinto the roommainly asradiant energy, heatingobjects— including peo-ple—more than air, hesaid.
Modern baseboardfin-and-tube devicesconvey heatmainly bywarming the air— con-vective heating— and arecalled convectors. “Thefunctional significance isthat once heated, thehundred pounds or so ofiron and the several gal-lons of water continue toemit heat for a longwhile;convection units cool offquickly,” he said.
“The two systems donotmixwell,” Ponessasaid. “If considering re-placement of old radia-tors with themodernEuropean sheet-metalunits, I would quiz theplumber very carefullyabout radiator sizing andperformance.”
The lightweight radia-torsmay not work verywell if mixedwith the oldcast-iron units, he said.Modern, low-profile cast-
iron baseboard units areanother alternative to theold units. Ponessa alsohas had firsthand experi-ence painting radiatorsand building covers.
Whethermade of alu-minum orwood, all haveheld upwell, with nosplitting or warping. Ifyou screw awoodencrosspiece on the top ofthe cover, theremay besplitting unless the cross-piece is slotted for thescrews to allow the top toexpand and contract.
“Whatever the differ-ence in performance, ifappearance counts, mypersonal preferencewould be awood cover,”he said.
Unlikeme, Ponessasaid he has good successpainting a radiator. “Ithas been in service forabout10 years in themainbathroom and still looksgreat,” Ponessa said. “Iused the same paint as Idid on the trim.”
Finally, a reader isreplacing his roof this fallandwonders if he shouldhave the 20-year-old oneremoved before the newone is added.My answer:Yes.
E-mail questions to Alan J.Heavens at aheavens@
phillynews.com or write himat The Inquirer, Box 8263,
Philadelphia, Pa. 19101. Thevolume of letters received
prohibits individual replies.
Don’t leave your tomatoes on a marble windowsillBy Alan J. HeavensThe Philadelphia Inquirer
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It’s where you plotyour plans for your nextbutterfly garden, orwhere you sort yourseeds for next year’svegetable garden.
And, sometimes, abackyard shed becomesmore than just a gardenbuilding — it becomes arespite from anythingand for everything.
That’s what StudioShed LLC is counting on.
The manufacturer, inBoulder, Colo., producesprefabricated structuresthat you can use forgarden supplies, homeoffice needs or studiospace.
Some families usethem as detached get-aways from the mainhouse, according to acompany spokeswoman.Others use them as exer-cise spaces, yoga orpottery studios . Men canthink man-cave styles,too.
Studio Shed’s custo-mizable models comepre-packed with in-wallwiring and such optionsas finished interior, Clou-dlight windows and roof,glass fronts and Frenchdoors. Roofing is 24-gauge corrugated metalon top of weather paper.
The company featuresa “shed configurator”that allows you to config-ure and cost out almostany design you want.Just select the size,style, elements and ma-terials you want and aprice will be tallied.
“People come to uslooking for extra spacewithout having to moveor undertake majorhome renovations,” saysco-owner Mike Koenig.
“They want style andefficiency with custo-mizable options at areasonable price. Somecustomize a little, some alot. One client set hisshed up to teach banjo
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Storage shed taken to new levelsBy Kathy VanMullekomDaily Press - Newport News, Va.
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LOS ANGELES – As adesigner of customjewelry, Amanda Keidansometimes takes delicatevintage pieces and re-works them into intri-cately sculptured, mod-ern collections.
The same could besaid of her sunny, art-filled Venice, Calif.,home, where gold ac-cents blend with spar-kling glass and vintagebarrel chairs share theliving room with newIkea ottomans and a coollamp bought off the flashsales site Gilt.
“Everything is veryspecific,” Keidan said ofher decorating style. “Iwant your eye to look atsomething. I like havingthings to look at —things that are pretty.”
In the otherwise all-white cottage kitchen, astartling blue contempo-rary triptych by Veniceartist Melissa Harring-ton catches your eye. Inan otherwise staid, tradi-tional guest room? A redabstract painting.
“I enjoy those piecesevery day,” she said,noting that the red paint-ing was by her grand-mother.
Keidan’s passion forart is not surprisinggiven her background:Her great-grandfatherwas pianist Leopold Go-dowsky. Her grandpar-ents were Leopold Go-dowsky Jr., a violinistand co-inventor of Koda-chrome film, andFrances Gershwin Go-dowsky, sister to com-posers George and Ira.The multitude of art-works throughout Kei-dan’s house creates anambience that is elegantyet whimsical — anddeeply personal.
“I love that there is astory behind each art-work,” she said. “It’s asthough my friends andfamily have left thumb-
prints on my home.”She purchased the
three-bedroom, two-bathhouse last year afterlooking at more than 100properties in the lastfour years. She had, shesaid, given up when shevisited the Venice house,where friends from Lon-don had been staying. “Itwas a little like the cli-che you often hear aboutfalling in love,” she said,laughing. “Stop lookingand you will find it.”
After convincing theowner to sell, Keidanembarked on a four-month renovation to givethe 1947 home a cleanerlook.
“I wanted it to be lightand airy and cheerful,”she said.
Mustard and red ac-cent walls were paintedmuseum white andsoothing neutral tones.The exterior went fromdark blue to more white.
New windows were in-stalled to bring in natu-ral light, and new land-
scaping made the mostof outdoor spaces.
Small fixes, such as
smoothing the home'swarped walls, helped toachieve the clean-lined
look Keidan wanted. Andthough much changed,Keidan was careful tokeep what worked: theoriginal floor plan andstriking leaded glasswindows that Keidansaid were from the oldHelms Bakery on theL.A.-Culver City border.
For Keidan, who grewup in New York, theresult is much like theVenice community shehas grown to love: aneclectic space thatdoesn’t conform to oneparticular style — justlike her jewelry.
Jewelry designer’s home sparklesBy Lisa BooneLos Angeles Times
Jewelry designer Amanda Keidan relaxes with her two dogs in the living room of her newly redone 1947 bungalow inVenice Beach, Calif. The square panes in the custom made leaded glass window are recycled from a local commercialbuilding. DON BARTLETTI/LOS ANGELES TIMES/MCT
A period gas range is a highlight in the kitchen at Amanda Keidan’s 1947 bungalow inVenice Beach, Calif. The home was the subject of an extensive makeover that reflectsKeidan’s unique tastes. DON BARTLETTI/LOS ANGELES TIMES/MCT
Lamp, daybed and hangingfile boxes lend visualimpact in Amanda Keidan’soffice in her newly redone1947 bungalow in VeniceBeach, Calif. DON BARTLETTI/LOS
ANGELES TIMES/MCT
A clear skylight helps fill abathroomwith daylight .DON BARTLETTI/LOS ANGELES
TIMES/MCT
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Hidden Costs of Foreclosures Pose Risks Not Found in New HomesThe economic downturn has hurt many
Tallahassee-area families during the past fewyears, and sadly thatmeans there are a largernumber of foreclosed homes on the marketthan during a healthy economy.
The lower price of these homes can makethem look like a bargain, but home buyersneed to carefully compare the actual cost—and advantages—of a newly-constructedhome versus a foreclosed one before theymake their final decision.
At theNational Association ofHomeBuilders(NAHB) 2012 International Builders Showin Orlando, Jay McKenzie, vice presidentof Builder Digital Experience, LLC, offereda number of advantages of purchasing a
brand new home, and warned of hiddencosts of foreclosed homes that buyers needto consider:
• Many foreclosures are sold “as is” withno disclosure requirements. Buyers couldbe surprised with major repair bills forissues such as foundation faults or otherstructural defects, mold, hidden waterdamage, unsafewiring, rodent infestationsand more.
A foreclosed home that appears to havebeen renovated may not have been donesowith the proper permits and inspections.A brand new home provides peace ofmind for your family’s safety because ithas passed inspections and conforms tocurrent building codes. A new home is alsounder warranty and any issues that ariseduring the warranty term will be fixed atno cost to the home owner.
• New homes can be personalized withappliances, cabinets, counter tops,carpets, floor coverings, paint colorand other design elements to meet yourfamily’s needs and tastes. They also comedesigned for modern lifestyles, with openspace floor plans, walk-in closets, creativestorage solutions and conveniently-locatedlaundry facilities. With a foreclosure, you’llhave to spend time andmoney to knockoutwalls, re-paint, andmake other renovationsto change the previous owner’s tastes toyour own.
• Newly built homes are highly energy-efficient, saving the buyer money andhelping the environment. New windows,doors and insulation better control thehome’s interior climate, and EnergyStar-rated appliances and other moderncomponents will help save costs on utilitybills. With a foreclosure, if the appliances,water heater or HVAC are in working order,
depending on their age, they may notbe for long. And they certainly aren’t asenergy-efficient as new ones.
• New homes come outfitted with the latesthome automation and wiring componentsthat provide state-of-the-art technologycapabilities toaccommodatemodernhomeappliances and entertainment resourcessuch as high-definition televisions, full-house sound systems, hard-wired fire andsecurity alarms and more. Foreclosuresprobably don’t have updated wiring, andold wiring not only may not be able to
handle modern resources—it may beunsafe and a fire hazard, and will cost alot to update to current standards.
• Financing a new home is easier thanfinancing a foreclosed home. Manybuilders offer incentives to reduce closingcosts and can complete the closingquickly, unlike banks that just want toget foreclosed homes off their books andmay have a backlog of homes to process,which can take months or years.
It is important to note that some homebuilders have expanded their businesses toinclude buying foreclosures, then renovatingand re-selling them. In these cases, the buildernormally has inspected the home for hiddendamage or dangerous conditions, gottenthe required permits, and completed thenecessary repairs. They also often renovate,replace appliances and components, andp e r f o r m m a n ycosmetic upgradesto make the home anattractive and safeplace for the homebuyer.
“A brand newhomeprovides peaceof mind for your family’s safety.”
QUESTION:Mymoth-er passed away, and herhome is going into fore-closure with the condoassociation for nonpay-ment of assessments.The condo has listed meas a “possible beneficia-ry” of her revocable trust
and has served fore-closure papers on me.There is no money in thehouse or in her estate.Can I ignore this? —Gloria
ANSWER: It’s never agood idea to ignore alawsuit, even if you thinkyou have nothing to lose— because you may bewrong and actually have
something to lose. Meetwith a lawyer to seewhether you have anyliability. In these situa-tions, there are simplesteps that you can take todisclaim any interest inyour late mother’s prop-erty, such as filing acertain form in the publicrecords or deeding yourpotential interest to the
condo association.Q: I live in a condo,
and the unit above me isrented to a family that’sloud. We had a meetingwith the owner, but thetenants are back to theirold tricks. How can wefix this? — Leslie
A: Speak with thelandlord again. Also, readthe condo rules and see
whether your neighbor isbreaking any of them. Ifso, the landlord may befined, and that may bewhat it takes to get theproblem resolved.
Also, some condoshave rules about types offlooring and padding thatcan be installed. In thatcase, the association canmake the unit owner fix
the flooring.Gary M. Singer is a Florida
attorney and board-certifiedas an expert in real estate law
by The Florida Bar. He ischair of the Real EstateSection of the Broward
County Bar Association. Sendhim questions online at
http://sunsent.nl/mR20t7 orfollow him on Twitter
@GarySingerLaw.
Don’t ignore a late relative’s foreclosureBy Gary M. SingerFort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel
WASHINGTON (AP)—AverageU.S.mortgagerates rose only slightlythis week and continuedtohovernear record lows,a trend that has helpedboost home sales and refi-nancing.
Mortgage buyer Fred-die Mac said Thursdaythat the rate on the 30-
year fixed mortgageedged up to 3.41 percent,from 3.37 last week.Three weeks ago, the ratetouched 3.36 percent.That’s the lowest level onrecords dating to 1971.
The average rate onthe 15-year fixed mort-gage, often used for refi-nancing, rose to 2.72 per-cent. That’s up from lastweek’s record low of 2.66percent.
• Updated Weekly •Information for this chart is compiled by the Tallahassee Democrat and is valid as of the publication date of this issue and is subject to change without
notice. Estimated monthly payment calculated using a mortgage amount of $150,000 and the list APR for loans starting the Sunday of publication. Contactlender directly for additional programs and fees, terms and conditions of the loans. NOTE: LIP=Lock-in period, Down=% of down payment. APR= Annual
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Farmers & Merchants Bank 850-297-201510 - Year Fixed 2.875% 0 20% 30 3.034% $1,429.78
15 - Year Fixed 2.875% 0 20% 30 2.984% $1,026.88
30 - Year Fixed 3.375% 0 20% 30 3.436% $663.15
30 - Year FHA 3.25% 0 3.5% 30 4.15%* $664.24**
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15 YR Fixed 2.75% 0 20 30 2.777% $1,017.94
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Hancock Bank 850-325-3152
30 YR. Fixed 3.50% 0 5% 30 3.941% $673.57
15 YR. Fixed 2.75% 0 5% 30 3.245% $1,017.93
FHA 30 Yr. Fixed 3.00% 0 3.5% 30 4.029% $637.10
VA 30 Yr. Fixed 3.00% 0 0% 30 3.446% $632.41
RD 30 Yr. Fixed 3.125% 0 0% 30 3.708% $642.56Please note: Rate quotes based on qualified borrowers having a credit scoreof 740 or better. Let your neighborhood professionals guide your mortgage
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Florida State University Credit Union 850-224-4960
30 YR Fixed 3.375% 0 20% 30 3.639% $685.25
15 YR Fixed 2.75% 0 20% 30 3.221% $1,051.86
10 YR Fixed 2.625% 0 20% 30 3.311% $1,470.01
*FSU Credit Union is currently running a Done in Decade promotion which includes a .25reduction in rate on our 10-year fixed mortgages (reduction not shown above). Credit
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Capital City Bank 850-402-800015 YR. Conv. fixed 2.25% 1.88 20% 30 2.617% $982.63
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SCREENING ON THE BASIS OFCRIMINAL BACKGROUND
by Cathy L. Lucrezi, Attorney at Law
Most landlords would agree -- They would rather havetenants who are not familiar with the inside of a jail cell.To screen out those with criminal records, the landlordasks whether the tenant has been convicted of a felony,or had adjudication withheld on a felony charge, or wasever convicted of a sexual crime. The landlord often runsa background check of all the adults in the household justto make sure.
If the landlord learns the applicant does indeed have acriminal record, the landlord can legitimately turn down theapplicant. It won’t be a violation of fair housing laws.
Fair Housing laws do not protect criminal activity.
Having a criminal record is not a protected class under thefair housing laws. Thus, landlords can establish screeningcriteria that reject an applicant who has a criminal record.
Conviction vs. Arrest vs. Adjudication Withheld
Convictions should not be confused with arrests. Aconviction means that a judge and jury have determinedthat the individual is guilty of the particular crime. Anarrest occurs if law enforcement suspects the individualcommitted a crime. There is a world of difference between
suspicion and conviction, as any Perry Mason fan can tellyou.
“Adjudication withheld” means the court determinedthe individual did the crime but the court is not enteringa conviction at the moment. Instead, the court placescertain conditions on the defendant. Examples are to notuse drugs, do community service, stay in school, etc. If thedefendant satisfies all of the conditions set by the judge,then the conviction is never entered against him. Eventhough the conviction is not entered, you can reasonablybelieve that the individual did the criminal activity.
A landlord should not reject applicants on the basis ofarrest records. Doing so would be considered unlawfuldiscrimination. That is because arrest statistics showthat arrest patterns have sometimes been discriminatoryagainst protected classes in some contexts. That makesarrests a bad screening criterion.
Uniformity and Consistency.
If the landlord conducts criminal background checks, itshould be done on every adult applicant. Doing anythingless would be considered discriminatory.
The landlord should not accept some applicants withcriminal records and reject others. For example, a landlordshould not accept a female applicant with a record ofassault but not a male applicant with a similar conviction.Once exceptions are made, the criteria cease to be fair.
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This 2,256-square-footfamily home, Plan HMA-FAPW1714 fromHo-meplans.com, offers agreat blend of modernamenities and classiccurb appeal.
The two-story greatroom opens directly tothe island kitchen, wheresnack-bar seating en-courages friendly linger-ing. The kitchen's centrallocation also makes iteasy to serve up meals tothe breakfast nook onone side and dining roomon the other.
The master suite onthe first level is a no-hassle choice (especiallywith the laundry roomjust steps away) that alsohelps with aging in place.In this homeowner'shaven, relax in the win-dow-side tub or in theshower. Dual sinks and awalk-in closet are wel-come details.
Two bedrooms up-stairs use a full hall bathand have access to thelarge bonus room, whichcan become a playroom,exercise studio or hometheater — or all of theabove at different times .
Don't miss the handybench and storage areathat greet you coming infrom the garage.
An unfinished base-ment features an addi-tional 1,693 sq. ft. ofspace to finish now oruse as storage.
Home has two-story great roomAssociated Press
House of the Week HMAFAPW1714 shows a three-bedroom, two and a half bath classicfamily home. (AP Photo/Homeplans.com) AP
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1514 Cristobal Dr. This fine home enhanced by thebeauty of old English Architecture is located inprestigious & convenient Los Robles. 1920s Charmmeets Modern Day Luxuries! Walk into Living Roomboasting Dramatic Wooden-Beamed Cathedral Ceilingwith views of sunl i t Fami ly Room and lushlylandscaped & serene backyard. State of the ArtKitchen with SS appliances. Hardwood, TravertineFlooring and MORE! Dir: N Meridian Rd to FernandoDr to Cristobal Dr 3/3.5 2575 sq ft $439,000.Bette H. Drake, GRI, Broker/Realtor, 850-933-0196Midtown Brokers,LLC [email protected]
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Richard E. Snow, Broker, 386-5169Hartsfield Realty, Inc.www.richardsnow.com
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2400 Tippecanoe Ridge New NW Subdivisionopening soon. 3BR/2BA & 4BR/3BA homes, great forfirst time home buyers, students and/or investors.Own your own home & have roommates pay yourrent through school. Come to our sales center thisSunday. Take High Rd to Hartsfield Rd. TippecanoeRidge is 1 mile down Hartsfield on the right. Look forTippecanoe Hills Subdivision sign. Homes from$150-$200,000. Visit www.TippecanoeHills.com.
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Call Debbie Gerber, 850-545-8164Prime South Properties
OPEN SUNDAY 2-4
3329 Harbor Club Dr-$10,000 in concessions/upgradesfrom the seller. Brand new 1,928 sq.ft. Green Certifiedhome sits on our largest lot (HUGE). 3BD/2BA +Sunroom & a formal dining room, home has all thesought after amenities, incl hardwood floors, tank-lesswater heater, gas fireplace with built-in entertainmentcabinets, granite counters, tray ceilings, deluxe masterbath with luxurious custom tiled shower & whirlpooltub, Stainless-on-Black appliances & more. $271,500.
3336 Harbor Club Dr-$10,000 in concessions/upgradesfrom the seller. This 1,828 sq.ft. Green Certified3BD/2BA home was designed with AARP & the FLDept. of Elder Affairs for "Aging-In-Place". It featureshardwood floors, tank-less water heater, gas fireplacewith built-in entertainment cabinets, granite counters,tray ceilings & deluxe master bath w/luxurious customtiled shower. Stainless- on-Black appliances. Agingfeatures include widened hallways, elevated outlets,grab bars in baths, custom shower & more. $268,000.
Rob Estevez, REALTOR® (850) 544-5996Neil Ryder Realty, Inc. www.MyParkCharleston.com
Open Saturday & Sunday, 12-5
1734 Ruby Rd.Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bath all brick home. VERYWELL MAINTAINED home on 2/3 of an acre. 2271 Sq.Ft of heated and cooled space. Lots of updates!HARDWOOD FLOORS in Family & Dining Rooms andNew Baths. Heated & cooled Sunroom not incl. insq.footage). Workshop Pole barn (3 car stall). Largeshed. MUST SEE!! $299,900.
3810 Piney Grove - Elegant 3BR/3.5BA home w/openfloor plan, Custom features are everywhere you look.Great attention to detail, plantation shutters, columns,fireplace, incredible storage, walk-in pantry. Your newmaster suite is luxurious & includes a private balconyoverlooking greenspace. Gym could be an office or4th BR. Lg. deck, hot tub & screen porch. Southwood,Tallahassee's only golf cart friendly community, incl.pool, tennis, golf, lakes, parks & hiking & biking trails.$535,000. Cindy Cooper, 850-545-8076
Georgia Turner, 850-510-4286Primesouth, Fezler, Russell & Ferrie
OPEN SUNDAY 2-4
5001 Riverwood RdQuality built all brick! 3/2, 2 car-gar, vaulted ceiling,fireplace, split plan, master suite with luxury tub,shower stall, split plan , 2 detached carport w/storages, 24x24 fantastic workshop, 4.36 acres.Horses welcome too! $260,000. Directions: CapitalCir. NW to Maddox, left on Flat, right on Riverwood..5 mile on left.
518 River Pond Court - $549,900Completely Remodeled Custom Home in Woodbrook!This home features an outstanding kitchen withcustom cabinetry, private courtyard, hardwood floors,and a spacious retreat off of the owner's bedroom.This is a great buy for this gated community!For more information, please contact:
Jason Naumann, BROKER 850-933-0328The Naumann Group Real Estate, Inc.
Gated Northeast Community
548 Brooke Hampton Drive - Pebble BrookeLooks like a model home, fresh & clean! Wonderfulthree bedroom, 2 full bath home with large living,dining & kitchen areas. Great master bedroom hasbath with jetted tub & closet. Spacious one-cargarage, fenced yard & screened back porch.$159,000 MLS 227004.
Thomas Acquisition Specialists, Inc 386-7579www.tapstally.com
OPEN HOUSE 2-5 SUNDAY
616 Hampton Ave, TallahasseeSingle family home that can be divided into tworesidences, 3/2 each side or great for that large familyor in-laws. Two kitchens 2/ Hw heaters. Close touniversity and would make the perfect place forstudents to reside, one side is two story the other isall on first floor, separate entrances needs little tlc.$149,900
Call David Rossetti, 850-591-6161Rossetti Realty
Knock Knock!! Opportunity is Knocking.
8376 Chickasaw Trail - Killearn Lakes Home!Large open family room with wood burning stonefireplace, huge master bedroom with large walk incloset. All wood laminate flooring throughout. Largespacious yard with lots of deck space and privacyfenced. Large parking area with an RV parking pad. 2car garage. 3 bedrooms plus an office/den room. Lotsof storage closets, large walk in inside laundry room.washer and dryer stay. large eat in kitchen withbreakfast bar and eat in kitchen. walking distance totekesta park. the list goes on! $209,000Charlotte Brown, 508-8022, Drake Real Estate Inc.
OPEN SUNDAY 1-4
906 Parkview DriveOnly $274,900 - Pool Home in Piney Z. 4 Bedroom +office, 3 bath and 2-car garage. Over 2700 sq ft POOLhome. Hardwood floors & clean as a whistle.
BettyPerez.com 850-508-8208Capital City Real Estate Group
OPEN SUNDAY 2-4
NEW LISTING WEEMS PLANTATION: 3208 Emerson LnThis 3/2 split bedroom home shows great. Open floorplan w/vaulted ceilings throughout, corner fireplace,privacy fenced yard, located on cul-de-sac & backs upto a green space. Wood flooring throughout with tilein baths. All appliances are incl, (range, refrigerator,dishwasher, washer & dryer). Great buy for this homein great cond.$159,900 Hwy 90 E. past Capital Cir. R.Weems Rd, L. into Weems Plantation, L. Emerson LnKathy Lee, REALTOR®, Green, CNE 850-508-6003
Neil Ryder Realty, Inc.www.WeemsPlantation.com
Open House 1:00PM - 5:00PM
1340 LANSDOWNE RDCharming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in a quietneighborhood. New Privacy Fence!" "This home has itall! Renovated & freshly painted. Pergo Wood Floors,Tons of Storage! Newer HVAC, roof and appliances.Wood-burning fireplace, screened in porch &screened in POOL, Separate workshop with electricity,$171,000. Directions: Bucklake Rd East, first left pastPedrick Rd, left then right. Also available for rent$1350 a mo.
Peggy Dye 850-339-6995Keller Williams Realty
PRICE REDUCED!
515 South Ride- Magical Serenity describes 1.67Acres! Showcase Awards won on the Remodeling ofthis unique, exceptional quality, fine home with NewRoof! Delightful tranquil private setting close in!Spacious, open Interior incl. all new deluxe Kitchenw/granite counters, Birdseye maple cabinets, newbaths, lg. bedrm suites opening to outdoor courtyardpatios,abundance of walk-in closet space & hardwoodfloors, romantic split fireplace & professionallylandscaped.$425,000! Picturesque, Sophisticated &Prime Location! Jan Soto Realty,850- 668-2057,
Jan Soto, Realtor, 850-545-8562
AWARD-WINNING RENOVATIONS
3401 Valley Creek3BR/2BA home w/nice open floorplan, fireplace, eat inkitchen & enclosed porch. NEW roof, NEW carpet,NEW vinyl, NEW dishwasher, NEW interior paint.Large oversized garage with workshop area withcabinets, nice back deck, fenced in back yard, shed."$164,900, call for possible lease terms.
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WASHINGTON—Thenumber of Americanswho signed contracts tobuy homes rose onlyslightly, suggesting salesmay level off in the com-ingmonths after solidgains in the past year.
TheNational Associa-tion of Realtors saidThursday that its season-ally adjusted index ofsales agreements rose inSeptember to a readingof 99.5. That’s up fromAugust’s reading of 99.2but below a two-year highof 101.9 reached in July.Contracts are up14.5percent from a year ago.
An index readingabove100 is consideredhealthy. The index bot-tomed at 75.88 in June2010 after a homebuyer’stax credit expired.
The pending homesales index is ameasureof the number of signedcontracts to purchase
homes. The index cansignal where the housingmarket is headed becausea signed contract usuallyresults in a final sale oneor twomonths later.
The housingmarkethas been recovering thisyear, helped by the low-estmortgage rates indecades, a limited supplyof homes for sale andsteady price increases.
Some economists saidthe rising trend in homesales will likely continue,despite a fewweakermonths this fall.
The figures “suggestthat existing home salesare likely to flatten overthe nextmonth or two,”Joseph LaVorgna, aneconomist at DeuscheBank, said in an email.“Looking beyond then, weexpect sales to resumetheir uptrend as the un-derlying housing funda-mentals continue to im-prove.”
New home salesjumped last month to thehighest annual pace in
the past two and a halfyears.
And builders brokeground on new homesand apartments at thefastest pace inmore thanfour years in September.They also requested themost building permits infour years, a sign thatmany are confident thathome sales gains willcontinue.
The housing recoverycould help boost econom-ic growth and hiring attimewhenmanufactur-ing has weakened sharp-ly. Still, housingmakes upamuch smaller part ofthe economy than it didbefore the bubble. Sorising construction andsalesmay have less of animpact.
Andmany first-timehomebuyers are strug-gling to qualify formort-gages, since banks haveraised credit standards.Many also demand highdown payments thatmanywould-be home-buyers can’t afford.
The National Association of Realtors says its index of sales agreements dropped 2.6percent last month to 99.2. In July, the index rose to 101.9. That was the highest level sinceApril 2010, when the market benefited from a federal home-buying tax credit. AP
Sales contracts to buyUS homes up slightlyBy Christopher S.RugaberAssociated Press
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ROOM FOR RENT
Christian non-smoking/non-drinking, white
male looking to share3/2, $375/mo + 1/3 utils.
850-524-2106
Lovely home,utils. W/D,c a b l e , D S L , l i n e n s ,privacy, $350/mo. $150dep. Refs req. 385-7144
$395/mo + dep. Studio,1 & 2BRs. Near schools& shopping. 561-4226
1/1 NW Near Walmart,n e w l y p a i n t e d ,laminated floors, CH/A,$425/mo. 847-8294
1005 Myers Park Ln#1 $375/mo $350 dep
No petsCurtis Baynes 576-8774www.cebaynes.com
1BR Midtown -Walkto Lake Ella. no pets,$500. Call 847-8294
1ST Month FreeSILVERLEAFWEST APTS.1BR/1BA $495/mo
Mon-Fri 10:30 am-6pm2749 W. Tharpe St.
Call 385-9881
Casa CalderonApartments
Offers an independentliving facility for personswho are either 62 yearsof age or older and/orhandicapped. Rent isbased upon incomeand applicants mustmeet HUD's eligibility
requirements. For moreinformation contact
Casa CalderonApartments
800 W. Virginia St.Tallahassee, FL 32304
850-222-4026TDD: 800-955-8771
Convenient Location1207 #C3 N. MLK Blvd.,1BR/1BA 650sqft, $395,CHA, avail 11/1
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
C O T T A G E A P T N E1BR/1BA, office, W/Dh o o k u p s , k i t c h e n ,Cable ,water $550/mo850-942-5912 / 893-1994
FIRST MONTH FREE!2BR near downtown &Lafayette Park, woodfloors, CHA, lease, Nopets, $585/mo incl .water & sewer 251-8093
APARTMENTS FOR RENT-
UNFURNISHED
FRESHLY REMODELED1940's ambience.
Charming, cozy andprivate 1BR FROM $495.
Partial utils.NO PETS. 545-6685
Midtown Bargain. Nicequiet 2/1, CHA, carpet,
storage , balcony,W/D hookup, $600/mo.
893-6332 or 510-5880
Myers Park564 A-2 Oakland Ave.$595, 2BR/1BA, 800sqft,living and dining room,CHA, W/D hookups,avail. now
2172-B Claremont Ln2/1, Carpet, full kitchenw/d connections, $600
898 Meginnis Ln3/2 Carpet, full kitchenscreen porch,$975/mo
753-B Pointe Ct.2/1 Carpet, Full KitchenW/d connections $600
165-A Victory Garden3/2, Carpet, full Kitchenw/d connections, 1 Cargarage $825/mo
222-8702Meridian Mgmt. Realtor
Countryside Charm****This large 2/1 has a bigeat - in k i tchen wi tha p p l i a n c e s , n e wflooring, a big openliving/dining room withfireplace, big bedrms,nice deck & great yardtoo, $765 Sorry no pets.8792 Louvinia Way
Spirit Realty Inc. ofTallahassee, 877-4343
Energy Eff icient 2/1,clean, vaulted ceilingw/fan. Deck, W side,nopets. $575/mo 576-2695
FIRST MONTH FREE!2BR near WestwoodMall & FSU. Carpet,
W/D hookup,Lease. Nopets. $585/mo 251-8093
I-10 Convenience2631 Windy ridge Dr.,2BR/1BA 900 sq ft, $595,CHA, W/D hookups,yard service incl. Quietdead end street. Availnow
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
l 3BR/1.5BA, CH/A,W/D hookups. nicelocation. $690/mo.l 2BR/2BA,CHA, W/Dhookups, water furn,fireplace. $725/mo
No pets. 562-0218
Misson Road Deal!l 2 6 5 7 M i s s i o n R d ,2BR/1BA 852 sq ft, $595,CHA, W/D hookups,fireplace, avail nowl2868-A Mission Rd,2BR/1BA 885 sq ft, $625,CHA, W/D Hookups,fireplace, lawn serviceincl. Avail now.
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
DUPLEX FOR RENT-
UNFURNISHED
NW Deal5068 Old Bainbridgerd., 2Br/1Ba 800sqft.,$ 5 9 5 , C H A , w / dHookups, avail 11/1
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
Off Paul Russell3129-B Pont iac Dr . ,2BR/2BA, 1070sqft, $695CHA, W/D Hookups, Lg.f e n c e d y a r d , l a w ncare incl., Avail now.
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
S.E. Deal!1855-A&B S. Gadsdens t . , 2 B R / 1 B A , $ 5 2 5 ,8 5 0 s q f t . , C H A , W / DHookups, avail 11/01
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
TCC Convenient2 7 2 1 M i s s i o n R d ,2BR/1BA 800 sq ft, $525,CHA, W/D hookups,across from GretchenEverhar t . Avai l now(2719 Mission Rd avail11/9)
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
TOWNHOMES FOR RENT-
UNFURNISHED
1732 Coreywood Ct3/3, carpet ,open floorp l a n , g a r a g e . w / dconnections: $975/mo
3/2 Move in ready home perfect for retirees or a young family. Low maintenance home site.Vaulted ceiling, 2 sided fireplace, great curb appeal, deck for those backyard BBQ’s.
689 Riggins Road $199,900
3/2 in fantastic neighborhood inside Capital Cir. close to shopping, schools, offices andrestaurants. Move in ready! Hardwood floors, tile, new hardware on cabinets, chairrail in
dining room, vaulted ceilings, granite counter tops, rocking chair covered front porch, woodfireplace, privacy fence and screened porch.
TD-0000219291
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l 619 N. Magnolia Dr.L a r g e 2 / 1 . 5 w i t hf i r e p l a c e a n d a l lappliances, $800l3722 Sutor Court-2/1w/garage and W/Do f f P a r k w a y n e a rWalmart, $750l3181 Allison Marie CtLg 3/3, all appliances& security sys, $850l3381 Argonaut Dr.3/2 off Timberlane Rd.all appliances, $950
Spirit Realty Inc. ofTallahassee, 877-4343www.spiritrealtyinc.com
On Golf Course!1844-B Larette Dr. $575,2BR/1BA, 900sqft, CHA,W/D hookups, patio,vaulted ceilings, avail.now.
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
San Luis on the ParkCozy 2/2, f i replace,W/D, pool, 1200 sq ft.$750/mo. 904-759-6270
Shannon LakesTownhouse
2300 Ryan Pl., 3Br/2.5Ba1500 sqft, $995, CHA,W/D , Fenced Yard,F i r e p l a c e , 1 C a rGarage, avail 11/15
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
S O U T H W O O D 3B E D / 2 . 5 B A g a r a g e$ 1 6 0 0 / m o v i e wwww.SunshineCaptured T o u r s . c o m / 8 3 7 5941-587-8765
Updated NW2320 Sylvan ct., 3BR/3.5BA, 1000 sq ft, $695,CHA, W/D hookups,large den, Avail now
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
QUAD/TRIPLEXES FOR RENT-UNFURNISHED
2BR/1.5BA near TCC,CHA, Fenced yard, nopets. $600/mo. + dep.
1605 Lake Ave 2BR/1BAalmost 700 sqft.This ones p a r k l e s ! N e w l yremodeled with newkitchen cabinets, alln e w a p p l i a n c e s &ceramic tile floors. W/Dhookups $675
3/2, 2200 sq.ft., 2- cargarage,full basement.1.5 ac w/ boat dock &house, Lake Lafayette.$2200/mo. 544-5501
Autumn Woods-totallyre-done 2/2 w/officeo r t h i r d b e d r o o m ,laminate floors,lots ofextras. Call for pricing.
2516 Bedford WayLg. 3/2 w/open roomsUpdated throughoutw/ameni t ies l ike afireplace,W/D,storagebuilding & laminate &tile flooring, over 1800sqft. ready now, $1295
215 Waynard WayP o p u l a r B u c k l a k en e i g h b o r h o o d i swhere this l ike new3/2 is located.Stainlessappliances, lg. greatroom, big master withdesigner bath, split BRplan, fenced yard,t w o - c a r g a r a g e ,move-in ready, $1395
Spirit Realty Inc. ofTallahassee, 877-4343www.spiritrealtyinc.com
l 5 3 1 7 M o o n b e a m ,c u t e 3 / 2 w / W D &patio Avail. Nov. $1050l 7612 Preservat ion4/2.5 in Summerbrook.Split plan, formal living& dining, huge rm w/fireplace $2200l3108 Iron Wood nextto Killearn Country ClubStunning 3/3 with lofttown home, soar ingce i l i ngs , f i rep lace .Private deck. $900l1964 Portland 3/1.5townhome with W/D,f e n c e d b a c k y a r d ,f resh paint and newfloors $770l 8 0 0 B r a g g 3 / 1 ,hardwood floors, lots ofstorage $900l3985 Gaffney Loop2 / 2 f r e s h p a i n t &carpet. All appliances,screened porch $825l 3428 GardenviewStunning 4/2.5,fireplacesplit bedrm plan, deck& fenced yard, $2000l2412 Winthrop Rd.Stunning 3 or 4BR/3BABetton Hills. Fireplace,screen porch .$2300MAGNOLIA PROPERTIES
AND INVESTMENTS.386-8660
magnoliapropertiesinc.com
N. Wakulla-3/2, hugemaster, screen porch,workshop, 2+ acre lot.$1400/mo 850-264-3902
Quaint 3BR/1BA. byPublix Southside, CH/A,safe family area. Avail
now. $625/mo 408-3406or 305-320-4005
Quaint Cottage1346 L inda Ann Dr . ,$450, 1BR/1BA 700 sqft.,Window AC, Avail now.Recently renovated,l o t s o f s t o r a g e , O f fParkway
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
SouthWood 3BR/2.5BA,overlooks green spacew/oaks 3709 Riverton TrAvail now 850-566-3150
$425 - $650 + dep.2BR/1BA’s w/air. Smallquiet park near Publix,No pets. 850-545-1899
1 Month Free Rent$99 Deposit
Bad Credit OKAY2 & 3 BRs from $499
2 baths,W/D hookupsEnjoy swimming pool& large picnic areas!Free lawn care, pestcontrol, community
officer. Pre-approval byphone. Call 10-6
including Sat & Sun
459-9334www.ilovethemeadows.com
2BR, shade, deck, feefor small pets, private
$470/mo.850-510-7959
Immaculate $875/mo4 B R / 2 B A $ 5 0 0 d e p .New fridge, pets ok,850-459-2711
MOBILE HOMES/LOTSFOR RENT
Quiet wooded area,17 miles out CentervilleRd. 3/2 doublewidewith decks overlookingpond, $695 + dep. NOPETS. 893-2704 lv msg.
Very Private, waterfurn. 1 mi from FL line,
2/1, 2 covered porches$425/mo. $425 dep No
Pets 229-872-8046229-220-6006
West side, 2/1,5, 14’wide New AC, clean,covered raised patio,No pets $510 576-2695
COMMERCIAL PROPERTYFOR RENT
1423 N. Bronough,zoned for office/comm
use. 1000 sq.ft. bldg,partly equip. as hair
salon. Easily convertedto other use. Avail now.$1200/mo 850-893-5265
Amazing SECommercial
l 1310 Paul Russell Rd.,$1650, 2000 SqFt . , 7la rge of f ices , la rgel o b b y , c o n f e r e n c eroom, break room, 2bathrooms, Avail. Nowl1310-A Paul Russell Rd$450, 500 SqFt . Onelarge off ice, uti l i t iesincl. Avail now
Kent Strauss Mgmt &Realty, Inc. 877-2284
www.kstraussmgmt.com
Commercial Property
l1300-1350 sqft. N.M o n r o e n e a rT a l l a h a s s e e M a l l ,versati le storefrontunitl1 8 0 0 - 3 2 0 0 s q f t -Capital Cir. NE nearT o m B r o w n P a r k ,s t o r e f r o n t w i t hwarehousel2000 sqft Capital CirNE near Tom BrownPark , WAREHOUSEspace.
John “Al” Russellcell (850) 508-4242www.southvest.net
OFFICE/RETAIL SPACEFOR RENT
$140-$165/office! Freeutils.! 1 or 2 room suite,outside entrance! NearTMH. Some furniture.Nice!!! Owner/Realtor
850-878-3957
$275/mo 1 roomUpstairs incl. utilities,secur i ty , jan i to r ia l ,conference room &parking. Magnolia/ParkAvail now 850-878-1832
$660/mo 2 room suiteincl. utilities, security,janitorial, conferencerm & parking. Each rm11’x14’. Magnolia/Park.Avail now 850-878-1832
* AMPLE PARKING800 - 10,000 sq.ftClose to downtown,
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OFFICE/RETAIL SPACEFOR RENT
l 900 SF - Clean &Affordable! Just offApalachee Pkwy onHanson Ct.l Unbelievably lowrates ! Downtown/Midtown area. 500 SFup to 12,000 SF.Call Peter Gonzalez,J r . f o r m o r e I n f o .(850) 224-2300.
Professional rooms $185& u p . E . P a r k , n e a rCapital Cir. Utilities &janitorial incl. 509-8818
Lg doublewide outsideHavana on 2 acres.$73K. Owner financingava i l . Da le Adams,Keller Williams RealtyCall 850-508-7114.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE
INCOME PRODUCINGl Apt. Complexesl Townhomes
OFFICEA "F ree Standing"3 , 3 0 0 S F b l d g o nT i m b e r l a n e R o a dnear the ThomasvilleRoad intersection
REPAIR SHOPOn W. Tennessee St.Call Peter Gonzalez,
Jr. for more Info.(850) 224-2300.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE
LAND FOR SALEl 2 Acres on MahanDr ive adjacent toSuper Wal-Martl Commercial lot (.8Ac) that is zoned CP& v i s i b l e o f fTennessee Streetl U n b e l i e v a b l ePrices! Comm. lotson Apalachee Pkwyl 3 . 1 5 A c o nF l e i s c h m a n n R da d j a c e n t t o t h enewest & largest NEoffice parkl Land w/ permitsfor 50 units locatednear FSU & TCCl P r i m e R e t a i lLocation! 1.2 Ac onN. Monroe St. nearTharpe St.Call Peter Gonzalez,J r . f o r m o r e I n f o .(850) 224-2300.
LOTS FOR SALE
Beautiful MeridianRoad Acreage!
Wooded, lake f ron tproperty 3 miles pastBannerman Rd. This 2.3acre lot is located onN. Meridian Rd on ones i d e & f a c e s L a k eIamonia on the other.Amazing deal, $28,500!Call Elizabeth Strauss at850-509-9411 for more
info. Kent Strauss Mgmt& Realty, Inc.
Lot for sale918 Waverly Rd
Flat and dry- $90kCall Matt 850-264-9010
NE - 4.35 ac in city limitsGreat schools. Quiet
family area of customhomes. Raymond DiehlRd north of I-10. Zoned
Home SiteslNew Price! 48 Acreso f B e a u t i f u lh a r d w o o d s a n dpines! $4700/acre!l Country living at itsbest! Lovely 4br 2bahome surrounded by5 + / - a c r e s o fpicturesque pasture& natural hardwoodsand pines. $149000.An additional 10+/-acres with pasture &woods adjoining thisproperty is avail. at$6500/ac. Call MaryDale Joyce 224-2300
GENERAL REAL ESTATE
l 4 9 4 3 G l e n C a s t l eGreat 4/3. S tunningFoyer & living area w/wood floors on 2 acrelot in Highgrove. Hike toM a c l a y G a r d e n s &Overstreet Greenwaypark from this gorgeousproperty. $369,900l3115 Layla, 3/2 splitplan, Open floor planwith vaulted ceilings.Large master suite andjetted tub. Kids walk tos c h o o l . S h o r t s a l es u b j e c t t o l e n d e r ' sapproval. $95,000l 1 9 1 4 T y T y C t . o f fMahan 4BR/3BA formalliving & dining rooms,eat-in kitchen, familyrm w/fireplace. Hugedeck & porch $295,000MAGNOLIA PROPERTIES
AND INVESTMENTS.386-8660
magnoliapropertiesinc.com
COASTAL/BEACH PROPERTY FOR SALE
Affordable 2/2 Beach(PCB) condo, $87,000
www.epr287.com334-718-0902
LAKE-RIVERFRONT FOR SALE
LAKE FRONT on LakeT a l q u i n 2 b d r md o u b l e w i d e , 2 b o a ts l ips , covered pier ,deck, screen porch--Amust see $269,900 CR
GEORGIA PROPERTY FOR SALE
3 or 4BR. Pebble CreekThomasville,GA. 3200sq.ft. all brick, kitchenw/granite, separatedining, study w/pinewalls. Patio w/fireplace2-car garage, $499K229-226-7853 for info.
By owner, 774 acres.Near Lumpkin GA, 2.5hrs N. of Tallahassee. 15food plots, oak saw-timber stands, mixedstands, various agedp i n e s t a n d s , n e ws h o o t i n g h o u s e s ,$1150/ac 334-412-8078
HOMES WITH ACREAGE FOR SALE
1 3 o r 1 8 A c r e s ! 2Homes in One! Fish inLake Talquin at end ofstreet! 4.6 Acs w/ Barnmay be purchased at$47,500; All at $275,000!Realtor owner 545-8562
PINE TIP HILLS: Multi-Generational - Large 2 family home,absolutely stunning with 6 bedrooms, 5 full baths, office,workshop – wheelchair accessible, located at 459 Frank ShawRoad and priced to sell at $550,000.00.
BUCKFIELD: 4 bedroom, 3 full baths, 1.33 acres are only afew amenities in this well maintained home. Country livingat its finest located at 1991 Buckfield Road! Priced to sell at$220,000.00.
HARTSFIELD ROAD TOWNHOUSE: Clean and fresh – closeto campuses and ready for new owners – get this 3 bedroom2 full bath home located at 2453 Emerald Ridge Loop for$89,900.00.
LANARK BEACH: .21 acre on Maryland Avenue – nice cornerlot located minutes from the Lanark Beach Public Boat Marina– steal this at $25,000.00
LANARK BEACH: .30 acre on Colorado Street – see the Gulffrom your front yard on these two lots. Deep well systeminstalled and located in Flood Zone “AE” – ready for you tobuild your beach house – priced at $75,000.00.
COMMERCIAL WAREHOUSE with 3200 sq. feet located at4979 Blountstown Highway on .78 acres! Ready for your newbusiness priced at $188,000.00!
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Vieux Carre 3/2.5Open plan, wood & tilefloors, gas fireplace,lots of built-ins. screenedin pool w/rock water-f a l l . 2 - c a r g a r a g e .$442,500 566-0222
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Quality built all brick!3 / 2 , 2 c a r - g a r a g e ,v a u l t e d c e i l i n g ,f i replace, split plan,master suite w/ lux tub,shower stall, split plan ,2 detached carport w/storage, 24x24 fantasticworkshop, 4.36 acres.Horses welcome too!$260,000. Dir: CapitalCir . NW to Maddox ,lef t on Flat , r ight onRiverwood. .5 mile onleft . Josephine Ang,Remax ProfessionalsRealty 545-3363
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2805 PARADISE PLACEBewitched & bedazzledw/charm! Tons upgradesA l m o s t 2 5 0 0 f t f i n efami ly l iv ing! Eat- indeluxe kitchen, den,gas fireplace, living,dining, gorgeous lites!Huge master, whirlpooltub, Killarney Way, rightS h a m r o c k , r i g h tG a r d e n v i e w , r i g h tP a r a d i s e P l a c e .B a r b a r a D i c k s o n ,Remax ProfessionalsRealty 545 3419
3 / 2 , 1 5 0 0 + s q f t , l g .living/family rms, Lg.master, lg. deck, bigfenced yard backs upto green space. NewWindows & roof ‘08, AC‘11, $150K Marsy MillerKeller Williams 510-2046
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AT THIS NE HOME!BRICK 4BR 3BATHALMOST 3300 FEET3077 O’BRIEN DRIVE
All treats for you in thisClassy brick Ertl customhome, high ceilings, richmoldings, real woodfloors, huge master,study w/built-ins! Over-looks nothing but theGolf course! CentervilleNorth, L. Shamrock, R.Shamrock, left O’Brien.B a r b a r a D i c k s o n ,Remax ProfessionalsRealty 545-3419
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Creampuff $99,900!3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, huge screenedporch, short sale, rich wood floors, worth the wait!
6288 AMANDA NICOLE CT.LUX NE 4BR NEW $437,900!
Leading the Parade of finest Homes, the Ridge at VeldaDairy, Gated, Columns, high ceilings, Granite Kitchen,
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EAGLES RIDGE 5BR LEASE/PURCHASE OKShort sale at $325,000. Wood floors, Dream Kitchen,High Ceilings, Privacy fenced w/Whirlpool Hot Tub!
$89,900 - CREAMPUFF!Recent roof, recent AC, Almost new appliances, richwood floors, huge custom deck at big fenced yard!
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1653 PAUL RUSSELL RD • $225,000Reduced to $225,000 for immediate sale!$30,000 below 2011 appraisal. Over$50,000 in Renovations, on 2.42 Acres.Hardwood Floors, Tile, New StainlessAppliances & more. MLS# 228429Apalachee Pkwy to Paul Russell, go past OldSt Augustine, continue uphill on L
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2511 NOBLE DRIVE $399,000Large brick 4BR/3.5BA built in 1998. Woodfloors, split plan, guest suite, updated kitchenw/granite & new appliances, 2 tanklesswater heaters, 2HVAC systems, 10 ft. ceilings,huge covered porch w/heated & screenedpool. MLS# 227532Woodgate Way to Noble Dr, 1st house on R
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1823 ATLANTIS PLACE • $272,000Los Robles Green. Luxury Mid-Towntownhome. Beautifully renovated in 2011 w/many changes & upgrades that cannot all belisted. 3bd/2.5ba. Private courtyard & deck.Agent owner. MLS# 228749.N on Meridian, R on Glenview, R into LosRobles Green/Atlantis Place
3171 BROCKTON WAY • $130,000Best kept secret in Tallahassee locatedbehind Oven Park. Lovely 2BD/2BAtownhome with parquet floors, fireplace,newer appliances, private back yard, 1 cargarage MLS#227667
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3086 SAWGRASS CIRCLE • $331,000Beautiful one owner brick home in the Greensof Killearn. 2668 sf with great room andhuge kitchen, all lawn maintenance coveredby HOA. MLS#228854Shamrock St E to Kilmartin, turn into Greensof Killearn, Sawgrass Cir L, House @ corner.
1322 LINWOOD DRIVE • $125,000Reduced Price! 3BD/ 2BA, large living room,eat in kitchen, screened porch and a 2 cargarage. New flooring, new interior andexterior paint. Recent appliances includingwasher and dryer. MLS# 226799
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2996 BARCLAY CT • $225,000Well kept brick & cedar home. Open kitchen,family & breakfast room, fireplace. Allappliances replaced. Roof approx 6 years,HVAC approx 8 years. Large 2-tiered deck.Zoned for Desoto Trail, Montford and Chiles.MLS# 227826
