Absolutely stunning property in Gilbert! Traditional Sale!! - 3665 E SHANNON ST, Gilbert, AZ 85295

3665 E SHANNON ST GILBERT, AZ Absolutely stunning property in Gilbert! Traditional Sale!! 4BR/2BA Single Family House $219,000 Year Built 2002 Sq Footage 1,943 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 3 Car garage Lot Size 7,501 sqft HOA/Maint $55 per month Description Not a short sale or bank owned. Absolutely stunning property with full 4 br, 3 car tandem garage in upscale subdivision of Bella Vista in Gilbert. Open, split floor plan. 4 inch plantation shutters throughout. Kitchen with island and plenty of upgraded maple cabinets. Fireplace in family room. Master bath comes with double raised vanities, separate garden tub and shower, upgraded fixtures, walk-in large closet. Tile flooring except bedrooms. Upgraded carpet and pad. Panel doors, 10ft ceiling. Great lush landscaping -back and front. Very well maintained home with original owner and pride of ownership. Do not miss out!! Property Features Central A/C Central heat Fireplace High/Vaulted ceiling Walk-in closet Tile floor Family room Breakfast nook Dishwasher Stove/Oven Microwave Laundry area - inside Community Features Garage parking Other Special Features Stunning property in Gilbert!! Traditional Sale! Additional Photos photo 1 photo 2 photo 3 photo 4 photo 5 photo 6 Contact Info Megan Izdebska Prudential Arizona Properties (480) 213-5758 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing

Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler, AZ – Custom Homes for Sale

Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler, AZ – Custom Homes for Sale

Looking for custom homes in Chandler, AZ?

Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler, AZ is a very appealing community for all the buyers that are searching for custom homes for sale and a unique living experience in Chandler.

Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler, Arizona is one of the numerous Circle G Ranch communities across the Valley. Circle G Ranch homes are one of the finest homes in the Phoenix area. Most of Circle G Ranch homes are “high end” custom built on large lots. Although Circle G Ranch offers many homes that are surprisingly affordable.

Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler is a small community with only 38 homes located just South of Chandler Heights and West of Gilbert Rd built in 2000 and 2006.

89.5% of all the homes at Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler have pools, 36 homes are one story and only two homes are 2 levels. The average house size at Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler is 4,863 SF (10 rooms). The prices of homes for sale in Circle G Ranch in Chandler range from $499,900 to $1,250,000.

Currently there are 11 homes for sale at Circle G Riggs Ranch in Chandler with average list price of $820,118 (182.55/SF and average 4,460 SF of living space; 4 pending listing with average price of $702,225 ($151.45/SF) and average 2,709 SF of living space.

Two properties have closed in the past three months with the average sold price of $949,950. The properties that have closed in the past 3 months are averaging $192.35 per square foot and are on the market approximately 146 days.

Circle G Riggs Ranch homes are located very close to shopping centers parks and restaurants.

The great information is not limited to Circle G Ranches Chandler. We also provide numerous ways to search the entire Arizona MLS, including Arizona bank owned homes, Arizona short sales, as well as, Chandler bank owned homes, Chandler foreclosures and Chandler short sales.
Circle G Ranch in Chandler Homes for Sale

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Things to do in Chandler, Arizona - Paseo Vista Recreation Park

Things to do in Chandler, Arizona - Paseo Vista Recreation Park

Paseo Vista Recreation Area
3850 S. McQueen Rd.
Northwest Corner of McQueen Rd. and Ocotillo Rd.

Chandler residents can now enjoy the unique amenities of the long-awaited Paseo Vista! 64-acre park was built on top of the City landfill.
The facility includes:

• disc golf course
• dog park
• playground
• picnic areas
• and more than a mile of walking trails

For almost 30 years it was a working landfill, man-made dirt mound rising above the streets and nearby houses.
Vehicle access is off McQueen Rd., ¼-mile north of Ocotillo Rd., and there are more than 330 parking spaces. Direct access is also available to bicyclists, joggers and others via the adjacent Paseo Trail along the Consolidated Canal. Additional pedestrian access points will be opened when the McQueen Rd. widening project is completed later this year.

PASEO VISTA AMENITIES

• Bark Park (one of four Dog Parks in Chandler)
• Disc Golf Course
• Archery Range (Archery classes will be offered)
• Playground ( swings, slides, climbing rocks, a large spherical jungle gym made of cables, and an educational “trash wall”)
• Great Views (40-foot-high lookout point, spectacular 360-degree views of the East Valley)

For more information on the Paseo Vista Recreation Area, contact 480-782-2754.

source: chandleraz.gov

Luxury custom homes in Chandler, AZ - Grand Reserve, gated community

Luxury custom homes in Chandler, AZ - Grand Reserve, gated community

Grand Reserve is one of Chandler's desired luxury custom home communities and contains some of the finest custom homes in all of Chandler.
Grand Reserve is located just North of Chandler Blvd, South of Galveston on Dobson Rd, just East of freeway 101. Its location gives residents easy access to the 101 and the 202 South.

It is a gated community composed of approximately 113 home sites on oversized lots. Subdivision was built between 1998-1999 by Hancock Communities and contains some of the most elegant custom home properties in the area.

The average Grand Reserve house size is 4100 square feet ranging from over 3,000 square feet to nearly 6,000 square feet. Lot sizes are large with most ranging from 13,000 to 24,000 square feet in size.

Grand Reserve homes encompass many of the most elegant luxury home amenities:

• gourmet kitchens with rich cabinetry
• stone floors and extensive stonework
• theater rooms
• high ceilings
• extensive use of woods throughout
• and many other refinements that make these homes particularly special across Chandler's custom home neighborhoods
• Many of the homes feature basements

Conveniently located shopping center and dining including Chandler Fashion Center is only 0.5 mile away.
Grand Reserve is a fantastic community for those looking for high-end custom luxury living in Chandler.
The sales statistics currently show three active homes for sale, listed between $480,000 and $634,500 and were no properties closed in the last 6 months.

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Local Treasure - Olive Mill, Queen Creek, AZ

Local Treasure - Olive Mill, Queen Creek, AZ

25062 S. Meridian Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85242

Open Daily 9-5

The Olive Mill in Queen Creek, Arizona – located about 50 miles East from Phoenix is a destination that every year is more popular on most tourist itineraries.

The Queen Creek Olive Mill opened in 2005 is a family owned company that grows and presses olives and produces a high quality extra virgin olive oil. It is the only one working olive farm & mill in Arizona.

Visiting the Olive Mill in Queen Creek prepare yourself for a gourmet extravaganza.
Entering the Mill you will see the garden with organically grown herbs and vegetables that del Piero Marketplace uses for its gourmet dishes. Next to the garden there is outside covered sitting area and plenty of grass - great for a picnic. Just bring your blanket place and order at the del Piero and you are ready for an adventure. When you are finished with your meal (or before) you should sample varieties of olive oil, olives, tepenades (olive and olive oil spreads) and other locally produced products such as: nuts, honey, bread, gelato and crackers that Queen Creek Olive Mill store offers for its guests. After my visit today, I was most intrigued by the… chocolate olive oil (see a picture below).

If you have more free time you must do the olive mill tour. You will learn a few things about olives, for example: how they are grown, how the pressing room works and all the mill equipment. You will also learn how to keep olive oil fresh, friendly staff will explain what extra virgin olive oil mean and “lite” olive oil and which one is better for your health. Hope to see you at Olive Mill in Queen Creek, Arizona.

Laguna Cove-Gated Community, Homes for Sale at Ocotillo, Chandler, AZ

Laguna Cove-Gated Community, Homes for Sale at Ocotillo, Chandler, AZ

Laguna Cove at Ocotillo in Chandler, Arizona is a part of Balboa Way Community that comprises two other neighborhoods – Balboa Point and Catalina Shores located at Alma School and Queen Creek Roads just south of 202 Freeway.

Gated Laguna Cove homes at Ocotillo offer Privacy and Exclusive Living in Chandler, AZ. Properties at Laguna Cove provide the solution for all the buyers who value quiet and peaceful neighborhood, but also require community amenities and great natural surroundings including Golf Resort.

Laguna Cove at Ocotillo is an elegant master-planned subdivision in Chandler, AZ is located between South side of Ocotillo Rd and East of Alma School Rd. It features 90 luxury home sites on large lots. Built by semi custom builder-TW Lewis- that is right in line with other luxury developers like Toll Brothers or Cachet Homes. Year Built Range: 2002 to 2003.

Laguna Cove homes for sale in Chandler, AZ, offer homebuyers exciting floor plans ranging between 2,699 SF to 3,750 SF. 58 homes are one story, 32 are two levels. 82.2% of Laguna Cove homes are equipped with swimming pools.

Residential privileges at Laguna Cove at Ocotillo include golf, walking and/or jogging trails, shopping and dining. Major highways 101 and 202 give residents easy access to metropolitan Phoenix. Popular destination like Chandler Fashion Square Mall is only moments away.

Chandler, AZ residents enjoy a beautiful sunny climate, clear blue skies, and a relaxed Southwestern ambiance. Purchasing property at Laguna Cove in Ocotillo is a smart decision for homebuyers seeking upscale living in an excellent master-planned neighborhood.

The sales statistics currently show two active homes for sale, listed between $439,900 and $565,900 and one pending sale with asking price of $469,900. There were two properties closed in the last four months. The average sold price was $444,700 with an average $148.68 price per sq ft. Average days on the market - 91 days.

BALBOA POINT AT OCOTILLO

BALBOA POINT AT OCOTILLO

Gated Balboa Point at Ocotillo Properties Provide Privacy and Exclusive Living in Chandler, AZ.
Gated Balboa Point properties offer the solution for buyers who value peace and quiet, but also require exciting community amenities and great natural surroundings including Ocotillo Golf Resort with world leading Troon management. Balboa Point residents appreciate the extra privacy and premier lifestyle that homeownership affords.
Balboa Point is an elegant master-planned subdivision in Chandler, AZ is located between South side of Ocotillo Rd and East of Alma School Rd. It features 64 luxury home sites on large lots. Built by semi custom builder-TW Lewis- that is right in line with other luxury developers like Toll Brothers or Cachet Homes. Year Built Range: 2002 to 2003.

The selection of Balboa homes for sale in Chandler, AZ, offers homebuyers exciting options within four different floor plans ranging between 2,600 sqft to 3,300 sqft. Homes differ with variety of finishing’s individual options, and room arrangements and configurations. Usually modeled with four bedrooms, den and 3 car garages. Balboa Point at Ocotillo properties is great for homebuyers who value peace and quiet. For recreation and refreshment in the privacy of your backyard, Balboa Point private pool properties for sale are a good choice. Over 70% homes are equipped with swimming pools.

Residential privileges at Balboa Point, Ocotillo include golf, walking and/or jogging trails, shopping and dining. A perfect atmosphere for Close proximity to highway 101 and 202 gives residents easy access to metropolitan Phoenix. Popular destination like Chandler Fashion Square Mall is only moments away.

Chandler, AZ residents enjoy a beautiful sunny climate, clear blue skies, and a relaxed Southwestern ambiance. Purchasing property at Balboa Point at Ocotillo is a smart decision for homebuyers seeking upscale living in an excellent master-planned neighborhood.

The sales statistics currently show three active homes for sale, listed between $515,000 and $610,00 and one pending sale with asking price of $439,000. There were three properties closed in the last 6 months. The average sold price was $530,167. The average price per sq ft was $171,47. Average days on the market - 92 days.

A few facts about Historic Downtown Chandler, AZ.

City of Chandler, Arizona is a spectacular destination for visitors.

Located in the East Valley, in the southeast part of the Greater Phoenix area, about 20 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Chandler is the fourth largest city in Arizona in terms of population, with well over 250,000 residents.

Historic Downtown Chandler offers plenty of unique art galleries, trendy shops, a microbrewery, Arizona winery and award winning, independent restaurants making Downtown Chandler a favorite stop on your Arizona journey.
Throughout the spring and fall, numerous events take place in the historic square including a monthly art walk held the first Wednesday of each month and a year round farmer's market Thursday afternoons.
For musical and cultural performances, the Chandler Center for the Arts is conveniently located within walking distance.

Historical Facts:

• Chandler, Arizona was named after Dr. A. J. Chandler, a veterinarian who settled in the area in 1891.
• The town of Chandler began in 1912, with the opening of the Hotel San Marcos in 1913, Arizona's first resort.
• The Town of Chandler incorporated in 1920, with Dr. Chandler as its first Mayor.

New Year's Eve at Ocotillo, Chandler, AZ

Are you still looking for a perfect place to spend the New Year's Eve?
Maybe the Ocotillo Golf Resort in Chandler, Az will be the right place for you and your friends. Here it is a short list what the Ocotillo offers to their guests for only $75 Per Person. To make reservations CALL: 480-917-6660

New Year's Eve Gala
In the Crown Terrace Ballroom
Music and Dancing
Champagne Toast and Balloon Drop at Midnight
Seating begins at 8:00 pm

Appetizer
Seafood Ceviche served in Spicy Tomato Sauce (tomato water) or
Duck Confit Ravioli (Red Beet Pasta Dough), Frisee, Candied Pecans and Poached Pears
with fried Sage Burre Noisette

Salad
Warm Spinach Salad with Bing Cherries, Caramelized Red Onions and Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette or
Red Baby Caesar Salad with Reggiano Parmesan, Croutons and Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette

Intermisso
Chilled Strawberry Soup

Entrée
Butter Poached Maine Lobster served with Apple Risotto, Pea Tendrils and Anisette Baby Fennel
or Breast of Chicken stuffed with Boursin Cheese served with Truffled Pomme Puree and broiled White Asparagus with Red Pepper and Chive Burre Blanc or Filet Diane with Queen Creek Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes and Confit of Wild Mushrooms or Vegetarian Wellington served with Confit of Wild Mushroom and Red Pepper Coulis

Dessert
Assorted Petite Fours and Individual Desserts Station With Gourmet Coffee

Chandler, Prudential Arizona Properties Office

What's going on in the real estate markets in Chandler and Scottsdale

Trulia is one of our favorite websites that helps us the Agents as well as Buyers and Sellers to find a detailed analysis of what's going on in the real estate markets.

Below are a few statistics for Chandler and Scottsdale:

Chandler, AZ

• The median sales price for homes in Chandler AZ for Jun 09 to Aug 09 was $197,000.

• This represents an increase of 1.9%, or $3,750, compared to the prior quarter and a decrease of 18.4% compared to the prior year.

• Sales prices have depreciated 5.3% over the last 5 years in Chandler.

• The average listing price for Chandler homes for sale on Trulia was $325,917 for the week ending Sep 09, which represents an increase of 0.1%, or $414, compared to the prior week and a decline of 0.8%, or $2,591, compared to the week ending Aug 19.
  

• Average price per square foot for Chandler AZ was $104, a decrease of 20.6% compared to the same period last year. Popular neighborhoods in Chandler include Sun Groves, Cooper Commons, Fox Crossing, Carino States, Saguaro Canyon HOA, and Provinces Master Community.

Chandler Recently Sold Homes

Chandler Recently Sold Homes

Scottsdale, AZ

• The median sales price for homes in Scottsdale AZ for Jun 09 to Aug 09 was $307,000. This represents a decline of 4.7%, or $15,000, compared to the prior quarter and a decrease of 22.2% compared to the prior year.
  
  
• Sales prices have appreciated 2.3% over the last 5 years in Scottsdale.
  
  
• The average listing price for Scottsdale homes for sale on Trulia was $794,667 for the week ending Sep 09, which represents a decline of 3%, or $24,372, compared to the prior week and a decline of 2.1%, or $17,196, compared to the week ending Aug 19.
  
  
• Average price per square foot for Scottsdale AZ was $163, a decrease of 36.8% compared to the same period last year.
  
  
• Popular neighborhoods in Scottsdale include South Scottsdale, and Pinnacle Peak.

Scottsdale Recently Sold Homes

Scottsdale Recently Sold Homes

statistics from Trulia

Tax Credit for first time Home Buyers, September Newsletter

With low interest rates, a large inventory of homes, and decreasing home prices, there’s never been a better opportunity for first-time homebuyers, who are financially able, to purchase a home. In fact, the National Associates of REALTORS® predicted 53.5% of homebuyers in 2009 will be first-timers; due in most part to the $8,000 tax credit. But who qualifies as a “first-time homebuyer” and what are the exact provisions surrounding the tax credit? Keep reading for a short FAQ and find out why you need to act now if you plan on taking advantage of this great government incentive!

1. Who exactly qualifies as a first-time homebuyer?
The law defines "first-time home buyer" as a buyer who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase. For married taxpayers, the law tests the homeownership history of both the home buyer and his/her spouse.

2. How is the amount of the tax credit determined?
The tax credit is equal to 10 percent of the home’s purchase price up to a maximum of $8,000.

3. Are there any income limits for claiming the tax credit?
Yes. The income limit for single taxpayers is $75,000; the limit is $150,000 for married taxpayers filing a joint return.

4. How is this home buyer tax credit different from the tax credit that Congress enacted in July of 2008?
The most significant difference is that this tax credit does not have to be repaid. Because it had to be repaid, the previous "credit" was essentially an interest-free loan. This tax incentive is a true tax credit. However, home buyers must use the residence as a principal residence for at least three years or face recapture of the tax credit amount. Certain exceptions apply.

5. How do I claim the tax credit? Do I need to complete a form or application?
Participating in the tax credit program is easy. You claim the tax credit on your federal income tax return. Specifically, home buyers should complete IRS Form 5405 to determine their tax credit amount, and then claim this amount on line 67 of the 1040 income tax form for 2009 returns (line 69 of the 1040 income tax form for 2008 returns).

6. What types of homes will qualify for the tax credit?
Any home that will be used as a principal residence will qualify for the credit. This includes single-family detached homes, attached homes like townhouses and condominiums, manufactured homes (also known as mobile homes) and houseboats. The definition of principal residence is identical to the one used to determine whether you may qualify for the $250,000 / $500,000 capital gain tax exclusion for principal residences.

7. I heard that some buyers are eligible to use the loan toward closing costs, is this true?
Yes. Buyers applying for FHA-backed financing with an FHA-approved lender that offers a bridge-loan program can get a bridge loan to bring down the upfront costs of buying a home. Though, these same buyers will still have to come up with the minimum 3.5 percent down payment.

Advantages like this are hard to beat. If you are seriously considering owning your first home – and you qualify – let’s talk. I’ll go over the basics and answer any questions you may have about the home buying process. I also have contacts within the mortgage industry and can put you in contact with a lender who will determine if you financially qualify.

Megan Izdebska & Hanna Manoufar
Prudential Arizona Properties
Chandler, AZ 85248
480-213-5758
www.AzPrimeHomes
www.SoldWithMegan