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FOR SALE - The Telegraph
The Somersville Press Home Buyer’s GUIDE Fall 2013 Edition March 2016 Edition November 00, 2013 • www.namenewspaper.com www.TheTelegraph.com FOr sale Home Buyer’s Guide 2 As Featured on Cover March 2016 125 White oak, Carrollton $176,000 ElainE RhodEs Managing Broker, 618-578-8772 5411 Godfrey Road, Godfrey • 618-466-9922 Residential • Land • Commercial “Our Business Is To Get You Moving!” Add value to your home with these renovations Homeowners choose renovation projects for a variety of reasons. Although many improvements are made to increase functionality and comfort of a home, several others are seen as worthwhile investments. These investments can add up to a higher resale value when the time comes to sell a home. Certain projects have a history of providing a greater return on homeowners’ investments than others. The following renovation tips can add beauty to your home and generate great returns when you put the home up for sale. • Invest in your kitchen. Kitchen remodels are a safe bet when it comes to putting money into improving a home. Residents tend to spend a great deal of time in the kitchen, but a dated, poorly functioning kitchen can detract from the value of a home, even if the rest of the home is in good shape. It’s possible to recoup between 60 and 120 percent of your kitchen remodel investment, especially if the kitchen matches up well with the rest of your home. Homeowners should know that a deluxe renovation may not be necessary, as relatively moderate improvements can create a whole new look for a kitchen. • Look to paint. One of the least expensive improvement materials, but one that has a significant impact, is paint. Neutral, modern colors can easily liven up any space. If you paint with low-VOC paint, you also can advertise an ecofriendly home, which is very desireable these days. • Put in another bathroom. Multiple bathrooms are an attractive selling point, particularly in older homes that may not have been equipped with more than one bathroom. Finding extra space for a bathroom can be tricky, but consider closets, areas under stairs or even taking some space away from another room. Popular homeimprovement television channel HGTV advises that halfbathrooms require at least 18 square feet of space, while full baths need 30 to 35 square feet for a stand-up shower or bathtub. See RENOVATIONS | 6 Finding space to install an extra bathroom in a home can be a worthwhile investment. Home Buyer’s Guide March 2016 3 305 WASHINGTON, HAMBURG 3 Bedroom, 4 bath offers 3 living spaces. Each has it’s own kitchenette, bath and bedroom. River view from deck. Detached garage and full basement. No flooding. $159,000 205 WASHINGTON, HAMBURG One story 3 bedroom, 1 full bath, hilltop home. 1,800 sq.ft. with spacious rooms, lots of closets and functional floor plan. Well built and maintained. $85,000 169 SALT SPRING HOLLOW, HARDIN Beautiful, 3 bedroom, 2 bath on 8 ACRES with a pond. 2 car garage and out buildings. Great room with vaulted ceilings and fireplace. A must see! $224,500 RR 2, BOX 256 DOGWOOD LANE, CARROLLTON 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath on 2.94 ACRES with unfinished full walkout basement. Great room with fireplace, open concept kitchen and sunny breakfast nook. Lots to offer! $210,000 25321 BLUEBIRD LANE, JERSEYVILLE 3 bedroom, 3 full bath on 5 ACRES. 1,680 sq. ft. with many updates. Beautiful wood burning fireplace. Oversized 2 car garage/workshop. Move in condition. $188,000 HC 61, Box 1C, GRESHAM HOLLOW, HAMBURG Built in 2009. 3 bedroom, 2 bath on 4.7 ACRES. Main floor laundry. Gas fireplace. Breakfast nook opens to deck. Full finished basement with built in aquarium. $185,500 901 FOWLER RD., HARDIN 7.3 ACRES 4 bedroom, 3 bath with two large bonus rooms. Features wood burning fireplace and beamed ceilings. Updated furnace and CA. 40x60 iron beam metal outbuilding. $159,000 938 WREN COURT, GRAFTON MUST SEE this beautiful, updated, 3 bedroom, 3 bath manufactured home. Sits on full walkup basement. Sun room addition, two car detached garage. Level yard. $154,00 RR 1 BOX 66, GOLDEN EAGLE 3 bedroom, 2 bath on 5 ACRES. Charming, well maintained, one owner home offers arched doorways, cove ceilings, sandstone fireplace w/gas insert. Beautiful solid wood floors and doors. Full walkout basement. $135,500 RR 1 BOX 112 MICHAEL HOLLOW RD., MICHAEL 3 bedroom, 2 bath on 3 ACRES. Well built ranch with 1,700 sq. ft., features beautiful wood floors, cozy sun porch, home office. Full unfinished basement. Detached garage. $130,000 LOTS AND ACREAGE Grafton Hills Lots .............................$15,000 203 Quarry Rd., Golden Eagle..........$52,000 107 N. 4th St., Kampsville ...............$12,500 000 Meadow Branch Rd., Grafton .$159,900 422 E. CLINTON ST., GRAFTON Two story, 3 bedroom, 1 full bath. This house is loaded with potential and sits on a double lot. Not in flood plain. $85,000 427 SYCAMORE ST., CARROLLTON Lovely, 3 bedroom, 2 bath open concept with fireplace and wood laminate floors. Large family room addition. Walking distance to schools. $84,500 163 E. LOCUST, CARROLLTON 2 bedroom, 2 full bath and bonus room. Large laundry, carport and detached garage with electric. Fenced yard and shed. Newer furnace, water heater and windows. $73,000 Property Professionals of IL 618-786-2036 | www.theILpros.com Managing Broker, Wendi Mielke 00 Kampsville..92 Acres.................$328,000 84 Redwing Ct., Grafton ..................$15,000 80720419 117 DOUGLAS DRIVE., PLEASANT HILL 3 bedroom, 2 bath LOG HOME on 3 ACRES. Vaulted ceilings, 2BR on main level. Full walkout basement with laundry and 3/4 bath. Four car garage. $125,000 Home Buyer’s Guide 4 ALTON - ELEGANT HOME! Features 5BR, HW floors, gorgeous kitchen, spacious master suite, main floor laundry, 3 car garage all nestled on 1.91 acres! A must see! #4500283 - $820,000 - 463-9797. After hours 797-8270 DORSEY - BEAUTIFUL HOME ON 11 ACRES! Features 4BR, thermal windows, above ground pool, 2 pole barns, 2 car garage and finished LL. A true must see!! #4413715 $449,000 - 377-8206. After hours 581-1336 DOW - ONE OF A KIND SETTING ON 11 ACRES! 463-9797. After hours 779-5097 GODFREY - IMMACULATE 4BR HOME! Features fresh paint, HW floors, large kitchen, 2 car garage, large yard with in-ground pool and so much more! A true must see! #4409916 $230,000 - 463-9797. After hours 779-7168 TROY - MOVE IN READY! Very spacious 3BR, newer roof, large sunroom, fenced back yard, oversized 2 car garage, large den in LL could be additional bedroom & much more! #4501170 - $154,000 - 377-8206. After hours 407-8810 GODFREY - SPACIOUS 4BR HOME! Features large rooms, 2 fireplaces, walkout LL w/ wet bar, sun room overlooking pool and multitiered deck & fenced yard all at a great price! #4304212 - $149,900 - 463-9797. After hours 797-8270 WOOD RIVER - LOVELY 3BR BRICK HOME! GODFREY - LOVELY 3BR BRICK HOME! Features huge master suite, fireplace, main floor laundry, large breezeway, 2 car garage, covered porch & spacious yard! Call today for your tour! #4501244 - $119,000 - 463-9797. After hours 772-2850 Features 3BR, walkout finished LL, 3800 sq ft of living space, 2 car garage, barn and asphalt driveway. This home has lots to offer!! #4413419- $259,900 - Features remodeled kitchen & bath, nice breezeway, vinyl fenced large lot, deck, pool and storage shed for added space. Move in ready!! #4413997 - $119,900 692-1030. After hours 781-1030 March 2016 $385,000 - 463-9797. After hours 531-2916 MORO - BEAUTIFUL HOME ON 3 ACRES! Custom built 6BR w/great open floor plan, large rooms, wood burning fireplace, heated garage & so much more!! #4407398 $349,900 - 377-8206. After hours 977-4785 GLEN CARBON - EXQUISITE ATRIUM RANCH! Features 4BR, beautiful ceramic flooring, custom vanities & cabinetry, large 2 car garage & more! A true must see! #4412491 - $319,900 - 6921030. After hours 781-1030 BETHALTO - BEAUTIFUL 4BR HOME! Features newer furnace & AC, wood burning fireplace, newer kitchen appliances, finished LL and nice deck overlooking shaded back yard! #4414662 - $209,900 - 377-8206. After hours 977-4785 HARTFORD - NICE COUNTY SETTING! Features 3BR, almost 12 acres, newer windows, new plumbing, above ground pool, handicap accessible and all kitchen appliances are included!! #4409820 $179,900 - 377-8206. After hours 741-8277 GODFREY - PRISTINE 3BR CONDO! Beautiful HW floors, ceramic tile, finished LL, large covered patio overlooking private back yard. All this for a great price!! Call today! #4407445 - $174,900 - 377-8206. After hours 407-7773 F ho po WOOD RIVER - BEAUTIFUL RANCH! GODFREY - BEAUTIFUL 3BR HOME! Features finished LL, nice sized rooms, oversized 2 car garage, and vinyl privacy fenced back yard with in-ground pool! A must see! #4402916 - $139,900 - 377-8206. After hours 407-7773 BELEVILLE - CHARMING HOME! Features 4 large bedrooms, walk-in closets, stainless appliances, newer deck, nicely landscaped large lot and 2 car attached garage. A must see! #4413214 - $137,500 - 692-1030. After hours 781-1030 Fea pa to s ALTON - MOVE IN READY! Features 3BR, professionally finished LL, lovely kitchen, main floor laundry, nicely fenced landscaped yard & more! A true must see!! #4409556 - $114,900 - 463-9797. After hours 641-1007 ALTON – CHARMING 3BR HOME! Features HW floors, newer windows, updated kitchen, nice sunroom, beautiful patio for entertaining & landscaped fenced yard. Move in ready!! #4412147 - $109,900 – 463-9797. After hours 531-2916 GODFREY - MAGNIFICENT 4BR HOME! Features vaulted ceilings, fireplace, eat-in-kitchen, main floor master suite, private backyard & major appliances included. A true must see! #44112037- Features 3BR, newer thermal windows, newer roof, tankless hot water heater, new flooring, 30 x 33 pole barn, large double lot & so much more! #4417239 $149,900 - 692-1030. After hours 779-6869 COTTAGE HILLS - BEAUTIFUL WELL MAINTAINED HOME! Features HW floors, newer furnace, AC and roof, kitchen appliances included and large corner lot with storage shed. Must see! #4416895 - $117,000 - 3778206. After hours 977-4785 kitc #44 E Fea m #4 EDWARDSVILLE - ELEGANT HOME! Features beautiful flooring, large eat-in chen, spacious bedrooms, plenty of storage & park like back yard! Must see inside! 412172 - $279,750 - 692-1030. After hours 781-1030 ELSAH - WELL CARED FOR 4BR HOME! Features huge master suite, newer siding, whole ouse stereo system, covered deck w/above ground ool & so much more!! #4411959 - $167,900 - 6921030. After hours 520-9786 EAST ALTON - WONDERFUL 4BR RANCH! atures open floor plan, in-ground pool, covered atio, 2 car garage and so much more! Call today see this beautiful home! #4410211 - $129,900 377-8206. After hours 407-7773 EAST ALTON - LOVELY BRICK 2BR HOME! atures 2 kitchens, large kitchen, 2 car garage, patio, large lot with mature trees and so much more! Call today for your personal tour! 4413561 - $104,900 - 377-8206. After hours 741-8277 Creekside to Avalon to Cobblestone Home Buyer’s Guide Happy Hol 5 GOSSETT $189,000JEFF – Paul Eastwood – 520-9786 325 779-5097 Cobblestone, Troy Directions: Rt 162 or Hwy 40 to Creekside to Avalon to Cobblestone EDWARDSVILLE - BEAUTIFUL 3BR CONDO! Features an open floor concept, finished LL, 2 car garage, large deck overlooking lake and golf course! Must see inside! #4416653 $275,000 - 692-1030. After hours 520-9786 Belleville #13197 Features HW floors, finished LL, sun room, wood burning $127,000 fireplaces, large 2 car garage, Amish made gazebo, 3more! bdrm Home! 1 acre lot & so much Must see!! #4416436 - 4 Offices Working to Alton/Godfrey $159,500 - 622-9797. After hours 806-0422 MARINE - WONDERFUL HISTORIC HOME! Large 3BR w/many updates throughout the years, large yard w/nice deck for entertaining and big 2 car garage. Great location! #4402787 - $120,000 - 692-1030. After hours 779-6869 Edwardsville #13256 $134,900 2 bdrm Home! SHARRON LOVATO 410-8782 COLLINSVILLE - FANTASTICALLY REMODELED HOME! LINDA MAYNARD & kitchen, fresh paint, full unfinished basement just 977-8744 Features new flooring & windows, remolded bathroom waiting new owners! #4500549 - $99,950 - 692-1030. After hours 779-6869 4 Offi 463-979 377-820 Bethalto/Wood River SELL YOUR HOME! Alton/Godfrey Alton/Godfrey 463-9797 BELLEVILLE - WONDERFUL 3BR HOME! 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Call today fo you don’t want to miss. that you do Approved #12712 IDFPR - $279,900 - 692-1030 S 618-463-9797 S ALL Area Listings – ALL Pictures – ALWAYS Accurate @ WOOFFREALTORS.COM 80720437 March 2016 Home Buyer’s Guide 6 March 2016 Factors to consider when choosing a neighborhood preferences should ultimately prevail over potential resale value, it’s important that you at least consider access to amenities before making a decision. You might be able to find a compromise in a home that is a short drive away from a town center, but still remote enough that you are not in the middle of the hustle and bustle. When shopping for a home, it’s easy for buyers to fall in love with a property. A wellmaintained home with updated features can be hard to resist, but buyers must consider more than just a home’s appearance before submitting an offer. One variable prospective home buyers tend to value more highly than others is the neighborhood where they will ultimately choose to live. Many buyers even value neighborhoods more than homes, feeling they can always fix a home but cannot necessarily fix an undesirable neighborhood. When considering which neighborhood to begin a home search, buyers should research a host of factors. Crime Crime statistics are public domain, meaning buyers can examine crime figures for any neighborhood where they are considering buying a home. Some real estate websites list neighborhood crime ratings among the information they offer about a given property. In addition, buyers interested in learning about crime in a given neighborhood can visit a site such as CrimeReports.com to access data on crimes commit- ted near a particular address. Home values Home values are another factor to consider when choosing a neighborhood in which to buy a home. Buyers can work with a local realtor to find a neighborhood or area where real estate prices are trending upwards. While buyers might be able to find a great deal on a home in a Renovations From page 2 • Renovate the HVAC system. Aesthetic improvements aren’t the only ones that add value to a home. Many home buyers are eager to purchase a home that has a new heating and cooling system, as buyers understand that furnaces and air conditioning units are substantial investments that can last for years. Other neighborhood where home prices are dropping, it’s important to remember those home prices are dropping for a reason. Work with your realtor to find a neighborhood where you can afford a home and where property values are not in decline. Realtors will have access to recent sales figures so you can get an idea of whether a neighborhood is trending upward or in decline. improvements, such as adding attic insulation or replacing older windows and doors with more energy efficient options, also are smart bets. • Add illumination to rooms. A dark home is a dreary home. Adding light can mean including more overhead and accent lighting. Under-cabinet task lighting is a nice touch. Inclusion of skylights and sun tubes can bring natural light into rooms that may not have south- or west-facing windows. • Put a deck addition outdoors. Out- Amenities The proximity of amenities such as shopping, restaurants and parks is attractive to many buyers, and that’s something all buyers should consider before buying a home. Even if you prefer a home in a remote location, that could limit your market of buyers when you want to sell the home down the road. While your own comfort and door living spaces have become more desireable, especially as the “staycation” has grown in popularity. Decks and patios can make backyards more appealing. The scope of your investment will depend on the size of the deck and design. Doing the work yourself can cut the cost of decks in half, but only if you have the specific tools or experience to tackle such a project. • Improve curb appeal. Adding attractive landscaping and freshening up the entryway to a home can add consider- Commute Quality of life is heavily influenced by commute time. Many men and women feel their quality of life improves dramatically the shorter their daily commute is. When considering a particular neighborhood, do a test run before making an offer on a home. Wake up early and drive to the area where you are thinking of buying, and then commute from there during rush hour. Also, do the reverse commute come quitting time. You might be able to get an estimated commute time online, but a test run can give you a more accurate idea of what your daily trips to and from the office will be like. Choosing a neighborhood where you will enjoy living requires some forethought and research. able value to your home, as buyers judge homes by their exteriors. Completely renovated interiors may never be seen if buyers pass up your home because of a less attractive exterior. Classy, subtle changes, like well-placed shrubbery and a green lawn, can work wonders. An inviting front door and well-lit entryway also add curb appeal to a home. Before making improvements, homeowners should determine if a given project will provide a solid return on their investment. Home Buyer’s Guide March 2016 You spend enough time searching You spend enough time searching for the house.house. forperfect the perfect You spend enough time searching forYou thespend perfectenough house. time searching for the perfect house. 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Great Price! 1108 Edgewood, Jerseyville $141,900 5918 Rosebud, Godfrey $154,900 2814 Brown, Alton $67,500 105 E Elm, Alton $38,500 1060 George, Wood River $155,000 basement to expand. 1506 Seminary, Alton $59,900 Nicely remodeled and waiting for you. kitchen w/vaulted ceiling and nice One level living in this spacious 2bed/2bath full brick in the heart of Great Godfrey location for this 2bedroom/2 bath w/ large rooms, open 2 bedroom/2 bath bungalow offers character and charm, nice eat in appliances. Detached 4-car garage with partial concrete floor, great yard Jeresyville. Large privacy fenced yard with in ground pool for summer floor plan, master has a sitting area, kitchen w/ counter seating, deck, kitchen with newer cabinets and appliances. Great location and priced for entertaining and more. to sell. 15 W Macarthur, Cottage Hills $45,000 fun and 2 car garage. 1219 Lee, Cottage Hills $89,900 large yard, 2c ar garage all on a quiet cul de sac. 331 S Oak, Cottage Hills, $113,499 3416 Milton Drive, Alton $64,900 New price and Lots of possibilities. Great location for Office or Home use. New Price for this lovely and spacious 4 bedroom /3 bath home. Open Nicely updated 3 bedroom home. Kitchen offers granite counters and Open floor plan with TONS OF POTENTIAL. MOTIVATED SELLER for this nice 2 bedroom, offering space to expand in floor plan, fireplace, master suite, tons of storage space and spacious large pantry, updated bath, spacious lower level family room, huge deck the lower level, large backyard with garage and extra storage. yard. Don’t miss out on this one! and fenced yard. “REAL ESTATE IS NOT A HOBBY - IT IS OUR OBSESSION!” 80720189 5411 Godfrey Road, Godfrey • 618-466-9922 www.theilpros.com