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Archive for September, 2009
A Taste of Highland Park Luxury Homes
Thursday, September 10th, 2009Buyer Tips: Search Online and Save Money
Wednesday, September 9th, 2009We all have busy lives, and saving time is of the utmost importance. And that certainly applies to shopping for a new Plano home.
Considering the state of the nationwide housing market, there is a great deal of homes on the market from which to choose. Therefore, deciding which homes to view can be quite a daunting task.
There’s plenty of Plano homes from which to choose, and certainly not enough time to view them all:
Where is the Downtown Condo High-Rise Market Heading?
Tuesday, September 8th, 2009Here is the problem: condominium sales in Dallas are down about 30 percent for 2009, while sales of single-family homes in Dallas are down about 20 percent.
Why the difference? Well, it lies within the fact that most downtown condos tend to be pricey -very pricey.
Tougher Financial Standards Spell Trouble
For example, the majority of downtown Dallas condos (at least 85 percent) are well above $417,000, which makes them fall into the “jumbo loan” category. And, as many of us know, jumbo loans can’t be financed through government-sponsored mortgage programs.
Tougher financial standards mean that many buyers are turning to detached homes over condominium homes. So instead of the larger down payments and higher credit scores needed to purchase a pricey downtown condo, buyers are considering other options.
A Bright Spot Lies Ahead
Here’s the bright side: now is a fantastic time to purchase a downtown Dallas high-rise!
In fact, the surplus of downtown Dallas condos means that builders and sellers are offering loads of fantastic incentives for buyers. In fact, the state of the real estate market means that now is the time to consider purchasing a high-rise condominium property in Deep Ellum, Turtle Creek, Uptown and Downtown.
Let’s face it: downtown living is unsurpassed, as it affords residents the ability to work and play in one place. Downtown Dallas is still a popular choice among young, Dallas professionals; however, many other types of buyers, including families and empty nesters, are discovering that there are great deals to be had and even greater amenities and features to be had, in one of Dallas’ outstanding high-rises.
Although the condominium high-rises in Dallas, like the Metropolitan, the Museum Tower, and One Arts Plaza, are the cr
Avignon
Friday, September 4th, 2009Luxury homes in Plano have certainly stepped it up a notch with the introduction of its newest community: Avignon.
With home prices starting from $699,900, Avignon delivers some of the finest residences in the area. This exclusive, gated Plano community, designed by builder Shaddock & McNaught, affords its residents with a truly exclusive lifestyle.
The two communities of Avignon include:
- Courtyard Estates – Low maintenance, carefree living (handled through an HOA) combines with exquisite, European charm in Avignon’s Courtyard Estates.
Rich finishes, advanced materials and the best technology affords residents of the Courtyard Estates with the finest homes and surroundings. An architectural control committee ensures that the homes within the Courtyard Estates meet the community’s highest standards, while design details add the finishing touch to these European-inspired residences.
- The Enclave – The Enclave is the address for some of the finest courtyard estates in Plano. Set among beautifully manicured grounds, the estates of the Enclave feature one-of-a-kind design and superb amenities. Just 210 home sites make up the Enclave.
Perhaps the only thing that exceeds the homes of Avignon is the premier, community amenities and services:
- Concierge Service – The cornerstone of the Avignon lifestyle is surely the community concierge service.
- French Walking Garden – The French walking garden boasts such beautiful features as a life-size garden chess board, gazebo and garden fountain.
- Palais – The picturesque Palais features an open-air kitchen, lovely lounge chairs and plenty of space for the perfect dinner party.
- Beautifully landscaped grounds
- Swimming pool with expansive sundeck
- Community vineyard – The community vineyard is planted and maintained by the HOA.
- Ballroom – Located inside the Palais, the ballroom features a full-service caterer’s kitchen.
- State-of-the-art exercise facility – The fitness center features both cardio and weight training equipment.
The builders of Avignon include: Platinum Series by Mark Molthan, Shaddock & McNaught, Sterling Designs, Laguna Homes, Inc., Lexington Companies, and Old Stonecreek Homes.
Irving New Communities: The Grand Estates at Northlake Hills
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009The Grand Estates at Northlake Hills is yet another reason to fall in love with Irving.
This upscale community, which is ideally located in the heart of Irving, features single-family homes that are priced from the $440,000s to the $490,000s.
This exclusive community, in addition to boasting a premier, Irving location, is located near MacArthur and Belt Line Road, thereby enabling residents to enjoy a wide range of amenities within a close proximity.
Residence Design Features
The classic design of the homes of the Grand Estates at Northlake Hills and the outstanding features set these homes apart from many of the nearby communities in Irving.
The interiors of the Grand Estates of Northlake Hills boast such quality design features as wrought iron staircases, gas fireplaces with granite detailing, and 42-inch, raised panel ash cabinetry.
A beautifully detailed, solid mahogany front door with a beveled glass window and granite flooring greet visitors as they enter the residences of this community, while ceramic tile flooring runs throughout the kitchens and breakfasts.
Granite slab countertops, high-end, GE appliances and an oversized whirlpool tub in the master suite further reflects the quality found throughout the homes of the Grand Estates at Northlake Hills.
Other fine detailing found throughout the residences of the Grand Estates at Northlake Hills includes thick baseboards, brushed, stainless steel door hardware and bathroom fixtures and an exterior sprinkler system.
The Excellence of Grand Homes
The Grand Estates at Northlake Hills is the brainchild of Grand Homes, a leading builder in the home building industry. This renowned home builder, who was named 2009 Builder of the Year, has built homes exclusively in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex for the last, 20 years.
From its inception in 1987, Grand Homes has impressed buyers of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, thereby landing a multitude of industry recognition and awards over the years.