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Flagstaff House Sales Continue Up, Median Prices Down

stephen.brighton@century21.com — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Sales of single family residences, aka houses, continued to improve for the month of June. There were a total of 82 house sales in the greater Flagstaff area according to our local Multiple Listing Service. This compares to 75 sales in June of 09 and 77 sales in June of 08.

For the 2nd quarter sales were up also, 189 versus 172 a 10% increase. This brings the total sales figure for the 1st half of 2010 to 319 versus 27 [...]

Celebrate Life

bradyhaire@hotmail.com — Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Flagstaff is home to many great non-profit groups that truly help transform the community from the inside out. This year a home for at risk teens will be hosting a banquet event at the High Country Conference Center June 4th @ 6pm complete with powerful testimonies, dinner, and Teen Challenge's statewide choir. Many of the kids that have gone through this program were once addicted to meth and have been deeply hurt, abandoned, and neglected and now are living drug [...]

Great Opportunity in Bellemont

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

WOW! Gorgeous custom home in beautiful Flagstaff Meadows just minutes from downtown! The pride of ownership is phenomenal in this fabulous five bedroom, single level, that features outstanding views of the lake and park, surrounding forest, and the San Francisco Peaks. The builder spared no expense in the selection of cus [...]

Great Country Club Home

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Super four bedroom in the heart of Continental just a short walk to Aspen Valley Golf Club. The location is outstanding - close to Knoles Elementary, Northland Prep Academy, Sinagua High School, Foxglenn Park, and the Flagstaff Aquaplex. A social membership to Continental Country Club offers many amenities inc [...]

Awesome Mountain Oaks Townhome

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Gorgeous three bedroom in absolute mint condition located in Mountain Oaks, quite possibly Flagstaff's premier townhouse community. The pride of ownership is outstanding throughout in this spacious end unit that's close to Continental Country Club, Aspen Valley Golf Club, and Flagstaff's numerous amenities. Open, bright floorplan with vaulted ceilin [...]

2009 Flagstaff Housing Sales Up!

stephen.brighton@century21.com — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Flagstaff housing sales ended the year on a very positive note. December sales were up 58% over December 08 and for the 4th quarter were up 69% versus the same period.

For calendar year 2009, total housing sales came in at 728 versus 670 in 2008 a 9% increase.

The annual sales high was in 2005 when 1207 houses changed hands.

The sales increase can be attributed to 3 factors. First and foremost is the first-time homebuyer tax credit of $8 [...]

Property Management Unit Started

stephen.brighton@century21.com — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100

In response to our clients requests, Century 21 Flagstaff Realty has formed a Property Management Division. It will be headed up by Stephen Brighton, a Realtor with over 10 years experience who has earned E-Pro and GRI designations. As a former Stock Broker and Investment Banker, "Steve" has an extensive investment background. This will be a major benefit for our clients who would like to generate rental income from their real estate investments. And with real estate price [...]

CLEAR THE CLUTTER

ruana@ruanarobertson.com — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100

As an ASP Realtor, I will advise my Sellers to "Clear the Clutter!" Along with the cleanliness of your house, showing off the square footage is of equal importance.

Buyers looking at your house need to be able to see that there is a lot of space and to visualize themselves living there. This is difficult if you have all your "stuff" prominently displayed. We know that your collections are important to you, but the buyer wants to see square fo [...]

Amazing Lake Front Lakeside Acres Estate

amazon@nickcosper.com — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Tantalizing views of Lake Elaine await you from this spectacular Lakeside Acres estate! Magnificent craftsmanship throughout in this beautiful five bedroom that sits majestically above the lake in one of Flagstaff's premier locations. You'll love the chef's kitchen - perfect for entertaining - and equipped with Viking, Asko, and Monogram commercial stainless appliances. The Brazilian cherry hardwood floors in the great room and formal dining room are phenomenal!! Exquisite details throughout [...]

CLEANLINESS IS NEXT TO GODLINESS

ruana@ruanarobertson.com — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Many of you have probably heard the phrase "Cleanliness is next to Godliness." This is never more true than when you are listing your house for sale.

As an Accredited Staging Professional Realtor, the first thing I tell my clients when they ask "how do I prepare my house for showing," is to clean, clean and clean some more! You should either hire a professional cleaning service or clean everything thoroughly yourself. This includes [...]