Myrtle Beach and Surrounding Areas
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Open Sunday March 1st
203-G Landing Road
WATERWAY LANDING, NORTH MYRTLE BEACH - Great 2BR/2BA condo w/scenic waterway views from large screened porch. Close to all NMB entertainment & beaches. Visit today! $129,900. Hostess: MaryLou, 843-455-2297. MLS# 706886 Directions: Hwy. 17 in NMB toward ICW on 2nd Ave. North, proceed to gate, call 455-2297 for gate access.
4886 Luster Leaf Circle #205
MAGNOLIA POINTE, MYRTLE BEACH - End unit, absolutely mint condition. Many upgrades - used as primary residence. Extra tile under the kitchen cabs, upgraded carpet, tile, light fixtures, plumbing. GC view off balcony. $179,900. Hostess: Pat Somerlad, 910-880-0497. #903304. Directions: Hwy. 17 Bypass, into Myrtlewood GC at 48th Ave. N, right on Wild Iris Dr., left on Luster Leaf Circle (go right to stay on Luster Leaf).
1847 Gibson Avenue
DEERFIELD PLANTATION - PRICE SLASHED $60,000. Lowest price in Phase I, 3BR/2BA all brick ranch. LR/fpl, Carolina Rm, Family Rm, Formal DR. Gated access to Hwy 544. Price: $185,000 Hostess: Peggy Cleary 843-457-8009 MLS #818151 Directions: Bus.17 S. past 544 to Deerfield. Proceed towards clubhouse, make 1/4 turn around circle to Platt Blvd. Platt to Gibson, right on Gibson to the end.
161 Tibton Circle
PALMETTO GLEN - 3BR/2BA in desirable subdivision. Spacious floor plan w/large Carolina Rm. Large fenced yard. Price: $199,500 Host: Sean Collins 843-655-5830 MLS #826029 Directions: Palmetto Point Blvd left onto Tibton Circle.
438 Forestbrook Dr
BROOKGATE, MYRTLE BEACH - SWEETHEART OF A DEAL! 3BR completely renovated down to the studs. New electrical, plumbing, fixtures, appliances, 3/4" bamboo floors, State of the Art! A real fooler from the outside. Must see quartz countertops and new bathrooms! Asking Price: $237,500. Hosts: Walkey Team, 843-222-4663. MLS# 901389. Directions: Forestbrook Road turn east into Brookgate, house on Right.
178 Pickering Drive
PEBBLE CREEK - Brookhaven model in Pebble Creek @ Intn'l Club. 4BR/3BA brick & vinyl hm on golf course. Great Views & tons of upgrades. Price: $379,500 Hostess: Debbie Morris 843-315-0276 MLS #900430 Directions: 17 Bypass to Tournament Blvd, right into Intn'l Club, left on Pickering or 707 to McDowell Shortcut, right on Pickering.
556 Walcott Drive 1pm - 4pm
PLANTATION LAKES - Stunning 4BR/3BA w/features & upgrades galore. Beautiful architecturally designed ceilings, stainless steel appl, granite counters, built in outdoor grill. Price: $475,000 Host: Tony Belda 843-655-2147 MLS #730826 Directions: Enter Plantation Lakes & take 1st left on Abingdon, left on Welcome, right on Walcott, last hm on right.
7386 Catena Ln.
SEVILLE, GRANDE DUNES, MYRTLE BEACH - Luxury meets comfort in this 3BR/2.5BA 2544 htd sq ft home on pond. Many custom upgrades and details throughout! Tranquil community. Price: $800,000. Host: Karen Rahn, 843-274-5891. MLS# 823424. Directions: 76th Ave. N. into Seville, straight thru gate, first left onto Catena Ln. Home on left.
9221 Bellasera Circle
MEMBERS CLUB, GRANDE DUNES, MYRTLE BEACH - Luxurious 3BR/3.5BA/2-car w/over 3500 sq ft. Upgrades galore, designer touches throughout. Fantastic outdoor space w/pool, spa, summer kitchen and Car. Rm. Price: $1,795,000. Host: Nestella Vannoy, 843-685-7078. MLS# 815013. Directions: Grande Dunes Blvd, right at stop sign onto LaCosta, left into Members Club on Bellasera Circle. House on left.
21 Streater Lane 12pm - 2pm
WACCAMAW LAKES - 4BR/3.5BA New Raised Beach, .6 mile to beach access. 2400hsf & .39 acre corner lot. Price: $689,900 Hostess: Victoria Travis 843-455-7844 MLS #807918 Directions: Hwy 17 Bypass So, 1st light into N Litchfield, left on Boyle Dr, 1st left on Jasen. Hm on corner of Jasen & Streater.
240 Jessica Lakes Drive 12pm - 3pm
JESSICA LAKES - This 3BR/2BA hm has it all! Fabulous lakefront hm is lowest price on lake. Hardwood floors, tile, fireplace, screen porch is in pristine condition! Price: $199,900 Hostess: Joan Meacham 843-230-3677 MLS #903215 Directions: Take Hwy 90 from Conway, go 1 mile & turn into Jessica Lakes, take right on Jessica Lakes Dr, 240 on left.
7110 Sweetwater Blvd. 1pm - 3pm
SWEETWATER - 2BR/2BA. View virtual tour @ www.mybeachhome.net. Price: $98,500 Hostess: Kelly Tressler 843-267-9545 MLS #827575 Directions: Off Hwy 17 Bypass turn into Sweetwater & right on Sweetwater Blvd.
Friday, February 27, 2009
OPEN HOUSES -Sunday March 1st 2009
Thursday, February 26, 2009
SATURDAY FEB 28th OPEN HOUSES
Deerfield, Surfside - Price Reduced on this condo in the Buck hill Section of Deerfield. 2BR/2BA with updated kitchen. Price: $109,000 Host: Nick Fusco, 843-655-5468 MLS# 817477 Directions: Turn R onto Crooked Pine in Deerfield, turn R into Buck hill on Turkey Ridge, green unit on right.
1117 Marley St
SEDGEFIELD, CONWAY – New 3BR/2BA/2 Car garage (side entry). Open Floor Plan! 26’ vaulted ceilings, formal DR, trey ceilings, SS appl. Landscaped! Stop by Today! Price: $164,900. Hostess: Platinum Team – Kaci, 222-4147. MLS# 828263. Directions: Conway: Hwy 701 S (towards Georgetown) about 4 miles south on left to Sedgefield – take first right to Marley St.
1121 Marley St
SEDGEFIELD, CONWAY – New 3BR/2BA/2 Car garage (side entry). Upgrades galore: SS appl. trey ceilings, chair & crown moldings. Open floor plan & only minutes to major hwy & historic downtown Conway. Price: $170,000. Host: Platinum Team – Nigel, 267-3596. MLS# 822523. Directions: Conway: Hwy 701 S (towards Georgetown) about 4 miles south on left to Sedgefield – take first right to Marley St.
4886 Luster Leaf Circle #205
Magnolia Pointe, Myrtle Beach - End unit, absolutely mint condition. Many upgrades - used as primary residence. Extra tile under the kitchen cabs, upgraded carpet, tile, light fixtures, plumbing. GC view off balcony. $179,900. Hostess: Pat Somerlad, 910-880-0497. #903304. Directions: Hwy. 17 Bypass, into Myrtlewood GC at 48th Ave. N, right on Wild Iris Dr., left on Luster Leaf Circle (veer right to stay on Luster Leaf).
806 Encampment Court
ARROWHEAD/SANDSTONE - 4BR/3BA in cul-de-sac on over 1/3 acre. Backs up to 2nd tee of Cypress Course. Possible in-law suite. Price: $369,000 Hostess: Jayme Bowman, 267-0764 MLS #902665 Directions: Hwy 501 to Forestbrook Rd, turn on Hard Rock Pkwy then left on Arrowhead Rd to Dove Haven, turn right to Encampment.
Monday, February 23, 2009
5 Tips to Help You Sell Your Home Fast
There is no question that in many parts of the country, houses are currently on the market longer. As a seller, this slow-down means there is more competition for a limited pool of potential buyers. Consider the following five tips to place your home on the fast track to sale:
Price It Right
The first 30 days are the most critical. If your home is priced too high, interested buyers may never even tour your listing. The longer the property is on the market, the fewer the prospects.
Deciding the value of a home isn’t an exact science. Yet, there is data to help you determine a fair asking price that is right on target. You may want to hire a real estate appraiser for an objective, unbiased estimate. Then consult with a real estate professional who can help you determine true market value based on a comparable market analysis, which will include recent home sale transactions as well as homes currently on the market. From your analysis, you may want to price your home conservatively to give it a competitive edge.
Make Your Home Irresistible
Unless they are looking for a fixer-upper, most homesellers are more likely to make a bid on a home that they can enjoy immediately. Therefore, you need to create an environment the buyer can’t resist. In other words, do everything you can to make the home so attractive, charming, cozy, inviting, comfortable and exciting that a buyer will want to buy that lifestyle for himself.
Evaluate the home from a buyer’s point of view. An experienced real estate professional will be able to offer an objective view and will also know what buyers are asking for. Get your home in tip-top shape by making repairs and cosmetic improvements, and removing clutter. This may mean investing in a few upgrades to modernize your home’s look such as installing newer carpet and light fixtures and painting the walls a neutral shade.
Create Traffic
If you want buyers to see your home, you must first find the buyers. Work with your real estate professional to design a marketing plan that is flexible and capitalizes on your property’s most desirable features. Your strategy should include ways to reach buyers online and offline – such as word of mouth, the Internet, yard signs, direct mail, open houses and so on.
Go with a Professional
Selling a home is more than just putting a sign in your yard and having a listing on the Internet. And in a competitive market, you don’t really want to take the chance of making novice mistakes that can slow the selling of your home. By hiring a real estate professional, you get the benefit of an experienced marketer and negotiator who is familiar with real estate issues in your community. A real estate professional can offer worthy advice on pricing and staging your home based on their vast experience.
Plus, there’s the added value of the peer-to-peer networking among real estate professionals, which can bring buyers and sellers together – sometimes even before the property goes on the market.
Offer Incentives
Offering incentives can be just the impetus a potential buyer needs to select your property over others. You may want to consider offering a carpet or paint allowance. Or, pay for a professional home inspection or a home warranty – and, depending on your market and budget, offer to pay some of the closing costs.
Don’t be discouraged if there are competing homes for sale in your neighborhood. With just a few smart moves, you can turn a buyers’ market in your favor.
Prudential Burroughs & Chapin Realty agents have the experience and tools needed to sell your home in any market. Visit our website to learn more- PrudentialBC.com
Thursday, February 19, 2009
SUNDAY OPEN HOUSES FEBRUARY 22nd
820 - 9th Ave. S. #19 1pm-4pm
WILLOW CREEK, NORTH MYRTLE BEACH - 3BR/2BA raised beach house w/oak floors, Berber carpet, ceramic tile, expansive deck, workshop, community pool. All this on the east side of Hwy. 17. Price: $299,975. Host: Mason Collins, 450-3715. MLS# 821596. Directions: Hwy. 17 in NMB to east on 6th Ave. S, right on Hillside, right on 9th Ave. S. Take right at end, then 1st right. House #19.
9221 Bellasera Circle 1pm-4pm
Members Club, Grande Dunes, Myrtle Beach - Luxurious 3BR/3.5BA/2-car w/over 3500 sq ft. Upgrades galore, designer touches throughout. Fantastic outdoor space w/pool, spa, summer kitchen & Car. Rm. Price: $1,795,000. Hostess: Karen Rahn, 274-5891, MLS# 815013 Directions: Grande Dunes Blvd, right at stop sign onto LaCosta, left into Members Club on Bellasera Circle, Home on left.
7110 Sweetwater Blvd 1pm - 3pm
SWEETWATER - 2BR/2BA View virtual tour @ www.mybeachhome.net. Price: $98,500 Hostess: Kelly Tressler 267-9545 MLS #827575 Directions: Off Hwy 17 Bypass turn into Sweetwater, turn right on Sweetwater Blvd.
608 - 63rd Ave. N. Unit A 1pm - 3pm
Myrtle Beach - Brand new 3BR/2.5BA townhome with garage, fireplace, hardwood floors, fenced backyard. Beautifully done. 5 blocks to beach! No monthly HOA fees! Price: $199,900. Hostesses: Jason & Emily Ryan, 685-4988. MLS# 808793. Directions: Kings Hwy. to 63rd Ave. N.
204 Foxcatcher Drive 1pm - 3pm
3BR/2BA home with new laminate flooring in LR & MBR. A unique backyard with 30' stream. Price: $238,900 Kim Waldroup 602-5748 MLS #823536 Directions: 707 to Enterprise Rd turn right into Silver Fox Landing, 1st right is Foxcatcher, 204 on right.
237 Low Country Loop 1pm - 3pm
BELLWOOD LANDING - Beautiful Lowcountry charmer. Lakeview, 4BR w/3 full baths, covered porches. Stop by! Price: $550,000 Hostess: Teresa Turbeville, 446-2429 MLS #900796 Directions: Hwy 707 to Tournament Blvd @ Price Creek. Follow this rd to the end. Last community on left.
384 Hermitage Dr. 1pm - 3pm
River Hills, Little River - 3BR/3BA expertly crafted beauty boasts fine appointments that epitomize quality & comfort. Loft, study & bonus rm. Enhanced by views of #14 fairway & pond. Price: $595,000. Hostesses: Roz Murray/Harrison Rand, 602-7780. MLS# 824849. Directions: Enter River Hills from Hwy. 17 N. in Little River, follow main entrance and bear left at fork. 1st left on Hermitage Dr. Home on right.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Remodel Your Kitchen and Bath without Breaking the Bank
It’s not surprising that two of the most popular rooms for home makeovers are the kitchen and bathroom. When potential homebuyers are searching for homes, they generally are more attracted to homes with updated kitchens and baths. These same rooms rank high in return on remodeling investment at resale, according to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost-vs-Value 2008-09 Study.
However, both can be pricey ventures. According to the same study, the national average for minor kitchen remodel was $21,246. A sample remodel at this cost includes replacing cabinet fronts, flooring, laminate countertops and oven and cooktop; installing mid-priced sink and faucet, adding wall cover and repainting trim.
The national average for a mid-range bathroom remodel was $15,899, which included replacing fixtures, installing a porcelain-on-steel tub, new shower and ceramic tile flooring.
If you’re like many consumers today, you are more budget conscious and may not be able to afford thousands of dollars on a remodeling project. Here are some alternatives that will give your kitchen and bathroom a fresh, modern look without breaking your piggy bank.
KitchenCabinets—Give your cabinets a fresh look by either refinishing or refacing the fronts at a more economical cost than buying new ones. You can even take the center face out and install a glass front.
Hardware—Replacing your cabinet knobs and drawer pulls, can give your kitchen an entirely new look.Paint—A fresh coat of paint is always a sure bet. And it is one of the least expensive ways to give a room a makeover. To further transform the room, choose more modern hues, such as a warm yellow or deep red.
Countertops—The price of natural quartz or stone countertops can quickly eat away your kitchen remodeling budget. Less expensive, yet still attractive alternatives are solid surface materials such as Silestone® or granite and ceramic tiles. An even more affordable choice is laminate, which is easy to install yourself and comes in a variety of colors and styles.
Faucets and Sinks—Add a fresh new look by replacing your sink and faucet with a high-arched spout in an updated finish, such as brushed nickel, brushed chrome or stainless steel.
Backsplash—Another option to modernize your kitchen’s look is adding a backsplash. But rather than having ceramic tiles, consider creating a mosaic with ceramic or glass or install a faux backsplash panel.
Window treatments—Switch out older valances with options that let the natural light in.
Lighting—By adding under cabinet lights or even track lighting, you can create a dramatic look to your kitchen.
BathroomPaint—As with the kitchen, a new coat of paint is a low-cost way to renew a room’s look. Choose a warm color to give the room an intimate feel.
Showerheads—Change out old showerheads with a new rain showerhead.
Shower Doors – If you still use shower curtains for your bathtub, you can update the look by installing glass doors. Frameless doors are preferable. However, if the walls aren’t flush to the tub area, framed doors will still give you the modernized look you’re seeking.
Hardware—Just as with the kitchen, replacing the knobs and handles can give your vanity a fresh new appearance.
Lighting and Mirrors—In addition to the vanity, the lighting and mirrors above that area can combine to make the perfect focal piece for your bathroom. If changing the vanity is not in your budget, consider swapping out your unframed glass for a more decorative mirror and add a new lighting fixture.
You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars to add pizzazz to your kitchen or bath. Just changing one or two elements can make a huge difference in its appeal to you and a potential buyer down the road. Contact your Prudential Burroughs & Chapin Realty today for advice on how home improvements will affect your home value. PrudentialBC.com
