Oct. 30, 2008 - Former US Homes Model in El Dorado Hills

Brittany Way, El Dorado Hills, CA - Wow!  US Homes builds and excellent home and this former Reagan model is exquisite.  It was built in 2000, in the Crown Valley neighborhood on just over 1 acre, where there are no Mello Roos and no HOA dues.  The builder used extensive upgrades throughout.  In the gourmet kitchen you'll find such things as granite counters, travertine floors, a butler's panty, and two dishwashers.  The flooring in the living room that you can see when you enter, looks like a beautiful rich wood but it is amazingly stamped concrete.  The home has approximately 3996 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and also includes a bonus room and home office.  Outside in the spacious backyard, you'll find a built in fireplace and a magnificent pool and spa combination.   This popular neighborhood has the added benefit of being within the boundaries of one of the best elementary schools in the area, Lakeview Elementary.  This amazing home is listed at $985,000.  Please email me for more pictures or information.  

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Oct. 9, 2008 - Gorgeous French Country Custom in El Dorado Hills

Outrigger Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - This gorgeous French Country home has upgrades abound and quality workmanship throughout.  It was built in 2003 on just under 1/2 acre, where you can peak through native oaks to see Folsom Lake and beautiful sunsets over the lake.  Included in its 4659 square feet are 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a bonus room.  One of the bedrooms upstairs has its own sitting area and balcony overlooking the backyard and view.  What guest would not feel pampered here!  The cabinetry is an antique ivory color is timeless and fits in so nicely with the French County feel.  The kitchen has granite counters, high-end stainless steel appliances, and rustic cherry wood floors.  There are many custom built-in cabinets and architectural niches throughout that give the home its overall charm and character.  It is currently listed at $1,250,000.   Please email me for more pictures or information. 

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Oct. 5, 2008 - Best Deal for Cameron Park Vicinity, Oct. 4, 2008

Lambeth Drive, Rescue, CA - Aside from my June Best Deal Blog for the Cameron Park Vicinity which is still available and now priced at $479,900 or $117.88 / square foot, this bank owned home is the best price per square foot listing at $125.50 $120.18 per square foot or $515,000 $489,250.  It was built in 2005 in the Sierra Crossing subdivision on approximately .45 acres with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 4071 square feet. It features a master suite and junior suite on the main level and an upstairs over sized bonus room.  The home needs backyard landscaping but has local views to enjoy till that can be done.  For price perspective:  Our Lyon Real Estate Trendgraphix statistics show 28 home sales for the month of August for this vicinity averaging $190 per square foot and with the Sold / List price of 96%.  Of those 28 sales, 9 were bank owned and sold at an average price per square foot price of $157 and 94% Sold / List price.  Please email me for more information on this or other bank owned homes for sale in the Cameron Park vicinity. 

If you're thinking about buying a bank owned property, be sure and read "The 8 things you should know before making an offer" on my website www.DeeDeeRiley.com under the section "Buyer Information" or click here.  There you can also see all bank owned homes for sale in the Cameron Park Vicinity by clicking on the tab at the top of my home page.   

For more Trendgraphix statistics by county for the Sacramento Region click here. 

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Oct. 5, 2008 - Best Deal El Dorado Hills - Oct. 4, 2008

Montrose Way, El Dorado Hills, CA -  The best price per square foot deal in El Dorado Hills is the home from my August Best Deal Blog  which is also on Montrose Way and still available but now listed at $474,800 or $120 per square foot.   This bank owned home is the 2nd best price per square foot home at $516,900 or $125.80 per square foot.  It was built in 2002 on approximately .21 acres with 4109 square feet, 6 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms.  It has a built in pool but needs attention.  To give you perspective on this great price:  Our Lyon Real Estate Trendgraphix statistics show that  45 homes sold in El Dorado Hills during the month of August with a price per square foot average of $190 and a list /sales price of 97%.  Of those 45 sales, 16 were bank owned and sold for an average of $166 per square foot with an average list / sale price of 101%.  Please call or email me for more information on available bank owned properties for sale in the El Dorado Hills area. 

To see our Trendgraphix by county for the Sacramento Region click here. 

To see all bank owned homes for sale in El Dorado Hills visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the link at the top of the page.  For a great article on things to know if you are considering buying a bank owned property click on the Buyer Information tab on the left side of my home page.

Oct. 5, 2008 - Best Deal for Folsom - Oct. 4, 2008*

Tomlinson Drive, Folsom, CA -  The best price per square foot home for Folsom is this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom, 4831 square foot  house.  It was built in 1991 on approximately .28 acres in the neighborhood of American River Canyon North.  It features high ceilings, huge rooms, hardwood floors, an upstairs master bedroom with a double sided fireplace (from bedroom to bathroom) and it's own balcony.  The kitchen has granite counters.  It is bank owned and currently listed for $675,900 or $139.91.  (There are a couple fixer upper homes for less but for the purpose of my best deal category I leave out fixers as they are of a subjective nature and the cost to fix them is too hard to calculate.)  To give you perspective on the price of this home, our Lyon Real Estate Trendgpraphix statistics for the month of August show for all property types (short sales, bank owned, and non bank owned) 60 homes sold  for an average of $198 per square foot and a list price to sale price average of 97%.  Of those 60 sales, 8 were bank owned and sold at an average per square foot price of $171 with 96% list to sale price.  This home sold 11/26/2008.

To see our Trendgraphix statistics by county for the counties in our Sacramento Region visit my website at www.DeeDeeRiley.com and click on the Market Trends tab on the left of the page.

To see all bank owned homes for Folsom click on the tab at the top of my web page. There is  also a great article on things to consider when buying a bank owned property under my Buyer's Information tab. 

Oct. 3, 2008 - Ridgeview Custom Home with Sophistication and Incredible Valley Views

 Glen Ridge Court, El Dorado Hills, CA -  This Ridgeview custom home is a great find!  It was built in l987 on approximately .42 acres at the end of the cul-de-sac, taking full advantage of the incredible Sacramento Valley views that includes Folsom Lake (currently very low but a beautiful site at its normal water level).  It has since been updated with classic style and comfortable elegance.  Much of the main floor, including the kitchen, living room, family room and dining rooms, has hardwood floors.  The kitchen was updated with granite tile counters and stainless steel appliances.  There are approximately 4400 square feet here with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.  You enter from the street on a slate covered bridge to the front door and main level where you find the living room, family room, dining room, kitchen, nook, 2 of the bedrooms, and the game room.  Upstairs is the master suite with a home office, fireplace, and it's own balcony with views. Back on the main level and down the stairs you find a very elegant home theater/game room with a full service bar and refrigerated wine storage along with another bedroom.  The home has decks and balconies on every level to take advantage of the views and extend them beyond the home's many rooms fortune to have them.  The backyard, surrounded by lush landscaping, is very private and includes a sparkling pool and spa, grassy lawn, and a children's play area.  The Ridgeview neighborhood has all custom homes, has no Mello Roos, and no HOA dues.  It is listed at $1,195,000 $1,095,000.  For more information please call or email me. 

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