Sold! Worthington Hills two story home. Worthington Ohio real estate.

March 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment

SPACIOUS KITCHEN, HARDWOOD FLOORS, MUCH MORE!!

JUST SOLD !!

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Brian Kemp

Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty

614-450-0082

kempandco@findahomeincolumbus.com

Licensed In:

Ohio

8220 Markhaven Drive

Columbus, OH 43235

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms : 3 (2 full, 1 half)

List Price: $224,800

Living Area Approx :

2415

Worthington Hills Two Story

Location is everything! This great Worthington Hills home offers 2,415 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2-1/2 baths. Perfect family floor plan with formal living and dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, family room, and rec room in finished lower level. Beautiful hardwood flooring is found in the foyer, living room, and dining room. The kitchen boasts tile flooring and backsplash, refrigerator, dishwasher, gas range, built-in microwave, and adjoining dinette with bay window. The spacious family room features a wood burning fireplace with floor-to-ceiling brick facing, raised hearth, and wood mantel. Upstairs you will find 4 large…

Feature List:

MLS#: 211032471

PropertyType: Single-Family Home

Lot Size: 0.24

Lot Size: 0.24 acres

Stories: 2 story with basement

A/C: Central

Parking: Attached Garage

Parking Spaces: 2

Exterior Walls: Masonry

Basement: Partial Basement

Foundation: Crawl/Raised

County: Franklin

Tax Rate Code Area: 213

 

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5 Things to Know About Buying a home on a Golf Course

February 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment

5 things to know about buying a house at a golf courseThis is a great article with some tips for looking in to Golf Course communities as a place to live. I love the “light sleeper” tip – I would have never thought about that. Wouldn’t affect anyone in MY house, but it’s good to know!

The idea of life on a golf course is a dream to many prospective homebuyers.

 

 

“Through each window, a golf course can create lush picture-perfect views of vast, meticulously maintained lawns. In fact, in many neighborhoods and towns, golf course homes offer the best vistas available. Another benefit is that houses are often sited so that neighbors are not directly visible, and all views face the fairway. Best of all, for avid golfers, owning a house at a golf course means that their next round of play is right outside.”

Read entire article…

 

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Should you try to sell your home during the holidays?

November 18, 2011 By 1 Comment

Selling a home during the holidays

Your home can sell during the holidays too.

My theory, backed up by some statistics is that home buyers may be in more of a browsing mood when it’s warmer weather, summer months, etc.

What type of home buyer would add a property search to their “to-do” list during the last couple of months of the year? I would say they are more serious buyers.

The other side of this scenario is making sure that you find a good listing agent and team that plans to work all the way through the holidays.

According to the data below, 374 homes sold in Columbus, Ohio area during the days between December 20th and January 1st. The stats include homes sold for more than $100,000 just to narrow down a bit. Still…..374 closings? That’s a lot of homes sales.

These closed deals would have most likely gone in to contract 30 to 45 days prior to the closing date, so that means that offers may have been negotiated in November.

Everyone has their own reason for selling, but you shouldn’t be discouraged with these numbers to back up the idea. There is still time to put your home on the market this year.

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Did you look up your new Tax Assessed Value for Franklin County, Ohio properties?

August 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Did you look up your new Tax Assessed Value for Franklin County, Ohio properties?

You may have received a letter in the mail or you can look it up on line on the Franklin County Auditor’s Web Site.

Have you reviewed your new “tentative value” from Franklin County yet? You can search the auditor’s website.

Click on the link at the top left that says Tentative Value.

Scroll all the way down on the letter.

Click the red button for Show Tentative Values.

The page will show the existing value and it will show you the new value.

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Waiting to buy until the market hits bottom? How will you know?

August 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment

My lender connections are telling me to do a scenario for people who may be considering waiting until next year to buy in case property values decrease.

I took the same house and compared a “now” price and a 10% lower price next year.4920 Sharon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43214

I used a 4.5% interest rate for now, 5.5% for next year.

The monthly cost is about $7 lower per month if purchased this year.

 

Here is a link to a CNN article with Top 10 Things to Know about Buying a Home. I particularly agree with Item 6…

6. Get professional help.

Even though the Internet gives buyers unprecedented access to home listings, most new buyers (and many more experienced ones) are better off using a professional agent. Look for an exclusive buyer agent, if possible, who will have your interests at heart and can help you with strategies during the bidding process.

You can track the real estate market with a really easy to use tool on my website called Market Insider. You will need to supply your name and email to use the feature. Sign up for Market Insider here.

Filed Under: Buyer Agency, Home Buying, Mortgages

Never outsource this…Great article in BrokerAgentSocial

July 7, 2011 By 1 Comment

Joan Defenbaugh Realtor® with Keller Williams Capital Partners RealtyJust read great article that discusses marketing yourself. I am licensed less than five years and I enjoy the marketing part of real estate. Still working on what my “brand” is though. I don’t see the importance of having a title like Joan Defenbaugh, REALTOR® ABC, DEF, XYS, M.O.U.S.E I don’t get that and I don’t want it. No one cares. No one really cares what brokerage I work with as long as they can get in touch with me when they text or call. Also, they appreciate a return email within 24 hours. I’m ok with that. My office fits in a 3 x 5 Smartphone. I also expect myself to provide service beyond what my clients expect. Providing that service requires me to stay up to date on current trends in real estate. So what “brand” is that?

I can’t afford to outsource to help me determine my brand. So…steady as she goes and in the meantime – I have houses to sell and buyers to work with, so my marketing time is limited. Hoping to read something that will turn on the light bulb!

Really a great article. and I love the part about Mark Z’s dog poop. I love to read the comments as well. Definitely different opinions on the subject (and Zuckerberg’s “sissy” dog)

BrokerAgentSocial News Article by Ryan Fletcher
about Outsourceing Marketing

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Home Improvement Apps for iPhone, Android, and BlackBerry: Your Digital Toolbox

June 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this.

Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Filed Under: Droid App, iPhone App, Smartphones, Tech Savvy Buyers, Uncategorized

How to add up monthly expenses for housing.

June 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment

This is a link to a YouTube video explaining the ratios of housing debt to monthly expenses. How much House can you Afford? -
Great video, but he didn’t include the monthly expense of cell phones and his utility bill total of $150 seems really low when you consider electric, gas, water, cable and internet

.Monthly expenses to consider when buying a home.

I would also add in the cost to maintain a yard – whether you plan to do it yourself or hire someone to do it). There is snow removal in the winter in Ohio to add in to the expenses. Landscaping costs come up every year as well as a weekly maintenance of the lawn.

Some expenses will go away, like student loans, but if you start a family that money will go toward raising a family.

Just be smart about the reality of the payment. Just because the lender says one amount, that’s not necessarily what you will be comfortable paying.

If you like to consult with a reputable local lender, email me directly and I will forward you the contact information for a lender I work with on a regular basis.  Email Joan Defenbaugh

Filed Under: Home Buying, Mortgages, Uncategorized

Subdivision Spotlight – Indian Hills, Columbus, Ohio (Northwest Columbus)

April 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Indian Hills is a Columbus, Ohio neighbhorhood located in the northern part of of the city. The original plan of the subdivision was included in the Worthington School district, but was changed in the 1980's to Columbus Schools.

Inidan Hills Columbus Ohio Neighborhood (photo source: Brian Lau, Photographer

Inidan Hills Columbus Ohio Neighborhood (photo source: Brian Lau, Photographer

Over 300 homes of varying styles make up about 12 streets. The lots are average size, some with ravine and creek views, others with plenty of greenspace.
All homes have attached garages. I don't think I've seen anything smaller than a two car garage. There are 4 or 5 homes in the neighborhood that have an in-law suite addition.
One story, side splits, four level splits and two stories are the typical style. Brick and stone fronts. Most homes were built with wood windows back in the 1960's, but have been updated with wood or vinyl. Some owners still have original windows (that would be my house!).
There are some custom homes in Indian Hills. One in particular was built by George Moore for himself. It is a ranch on Litchfield Court with a walkout lower level.
 Indian Hills, Columbus Ohio map

Home prices have remained steady over the past decade. Here are some statistics for the "wonder years" as we like to call them  Indian Hills SOLD homes from 2003.2004.2005.2006

Then when real estate took a dip, here are the statistics for 2007 through 2009.

Indian Hills SOLD homes for 2007.2008.2009

Indian Hills has a Resident’s Association that is active and functions well. There are seasonal events, neighborhood yard sales, great communication and yearly meetings with elections.

The fee charged per year is minimal and covers the maintenance of the entrances, the pool and the private tennis courts. It also provides a private snow plowing service for the streets (wonderful not to have to wait for the city!)

This neighborhood is one of the best values per square foot in the area. The tax base is Columbus and the homes are generally around 2000 square feet. I actually counted how many one story homes are here and there are about 160.

The best location for getting to 315 North and South is by going to either 161 or Bethel Road.

Shopping anywhere is easy. You can go as close as Bethel Road or hop on I-270 to go to Easton, Polaris, Tuttle or North in to Worthington off 23 North.

My favorite time of year is spring and summer although the fall color is amazing. Sweet gum trees, red maples, and burning bush hold the predominant colors during peak fall season.

Antrim Park is just outside of the entrance and we are expecting the completion of a doggie park on the west side of the neighborhood across Linworth Road by summer of next year That will be amazing! This is a very dog friendly neighborhood and it will be great to have a place to take the dogs to play together.

Homes for sale vary from a total of none right now up to a dozen. Here is a link that goes to search results for Homes For Sale in 43235 zip code in Columbus Ohio.

No homes are built without basements. The same builder developed similar subdivisions nearby. Worthington Hills shares some of the same builder.

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Subdivision Spotlight – Hawthorne Woods North in Grove City, Ohio

April 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Hawthorne Woods Subdivision in Grove City, Ohio

source: HelloColumbus.com

Subdivision Spotlight: Hawthorne Woods North in Grove City, Ohio.

I just listed a beautiful two story home located in Grove City, Ohio. If you are not from Ohio – Grove City is south of Downtown Columbus. The Southwestern School District serves the area.

Hawthorne Woods North subdivision is a small area in Grove City surrounded by other single family home neighborhoods. The location is just off of Exit 97 from I-71 South to the Route 665 Exit.

Plenty of choices for shopping that include Kmart, Kroger and Meijer. Restaurants, Star Theatre near Kmart for movies.Home for sale in Grove City in Hawthorne Woods North

The elementary school for this home is Buckeye Woods.
Hayes Intermeditate for Grades 5 and 6.
Jackson Middle School for Grades 7 and 8.
Grove City High School

Indian Trails park is nearby and has a full court basketball court, playground, huge green space and nature paths.

Hawthorne Woods is comprised of typically larger homes than the average home in Grove City. The area was developed in the early 1990′s and includes just a few streets. The scenery is beautiful with large lots and tree lined yards. View a short video of a drive through a street or two in Hawthorne Woods North.

M/I Showcase Homes built my new listing at 6124 Grant Run Place in 1992. It was the model used at the time, so there are extras that make this super clean home even more special.

All of the natural wood trim shows off the tray ceiling in the dining room, the beautiful front foyer stairway, gas log fireplace in the family room and the two story foyer.

The present owners have maintained this home meticulously. In 2002 they added an inground swimming pool, which is the standard for this little community.

Total square footage of 3054 includes two finished rooms in the lower level. There is an intercom system and whole house vacuum. The fourth bedroom is over the garage and is HUGE! Off the kitchen is the private stairway to this teen suite, media room or nanny suite.

The kitchen and master bath will grab your attention. New Granite Transformations® counter tops in the kitchen. New cabinet drawer fronts and doors, hardware, refrigerator. The master bathroom was completed remodeled with solid surface double vanity, extra large shower and corner jetted tub. Finishes were chosen like a model home kitchen and master bath from this decade :0)

Filed Under: Grove City Ohio Real Estate, Subdivision Spotlight, Uncategorized
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