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Solon, OH Real Estate News

By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Ohio Real Estate - Monthly Market Report August 2010     Here are all the homes that sold in Solon during the month of August, 2010. Commentary to follow.     30450 Miles $77,555 6634 Solon Blvd $82,000 7326 Cromwell Dr $92,500 32685 Jefferson Dr $123,600 6705 Glenallen Ave $145,000 6550 Brookland Ave $190,000 33630 Coachman Ln $191,000 32500 Cannon Rd $200,000 6855 Solon Blvd $203,000 32037 S Roundhead Dr $220,000 32950 Ledge Hill Dr $228,166 5769 Som Center Rd #15 $277,000 7189 Longview Dr $375,250 6575 Ashton Ln $385,000 31885 Burlwood Dr $445,000 6502 Dorset Ln $490,000 39755 Lochmoor Dr $510,000 6512 Dorset Ln $582,000 5185 Leighton Ct $725,000   August, and summer in general, was a little slow compared to last year. Here are figures showing the number of sales and average sa...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Ohio Real Estate - List Of Foreclosures and Other Deals In our experience working with buyers they are always searching for a great deal.  So with that in mind, I've put together a list called "Dan's Deals", Solon OH area homes that offer tremendous value to a buyer. These homes have been labeled a "deal" based on various factors. Some may be well priced bank owned properties, some have highly motivated sellers that may be relocating or getting divorced, and others may simply be the nicest homes in a given price range. By personally touring the Solon real estate market, we gather a lot of information that is simply not available to the general public. In addition, as Solon residents for over 10 years, we have friends in every neighborhood in the city and are often able to gather "...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Oh Real Estate - Huntington Woods Annual Block Party       The most recent annual block party was just held in one of Solon Ohio's most popular neighborhoods, Huntington Woods and we wanted to share this with our readers and those considering relocating to Solon. Huntington Woods is a subdivision consisting of about 72 homes and has two entrances, a main entrance off Liberty Road, and another entrance off Bainbridge Road. At this time, the Liberty Road entrance is recommended as road construction on Bainbridge Road will be closed during business hours until the end of 2010. Huntington Woods of Solon OH is known throughout the area as a friendly neighborhood, and the following pictures will give you a feel for this terrific community.     The neighborhood is big enough to offer a w...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
 Solon OH Real Estate - Monthly Market Report July 2010     Here are all the homes that sold in Solon in July, 2010: 6567 Copley Ave $130,000 6541 Copley Ave $159,900 6577 Arbordale Ave $162,000 33145 Arthur Rd $170,850 6644 Edgemoor Ave $174,900 35905 Brushwood Dr $180,000 6578 Creekside Trl $198,000 7358 Selworthy Ln $215,000 28220 Aurora Rd $230,000 33565 Arlesford Dr $255,000 34750 Ada Dr $280,000 34900 Ada Dr $285,000 32700 Seneca Dr $304,900 7635 Lindsay Ln $320,000 5234 Crofton Ave $360,000 7257 Formby Dr $435,000 6815 Teasel Ct $469,500 38355 Flanders $747,500   Summary: July was a little slow compared to last year. Last month saw 18 home sales in Solon at an average sales price of $282,086. Last July saw 28 sales at an average price of $314,787. Home sales last month ranged in ...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Shadow Lake, Solon Oh - This was taken at the South Chagrin Reservation, part of the Cleveland Metroparks, one of the largest park systems in the country.     ******************************************************************************************** About The Authors: Dan and Amy Schuman are Solon OH residents. They specialize in Solon luxury homes, working with buyers relocating to Solon, and first-time buyers. For Ohio and Solon OH real estate and homes see Solon real estate For a personal consultation or to speak directly to The Schuman Team, call 216-346-3235. VIEW ALL SOLON OH HOMES FOR SALE BY CLICKING BELOW     CHECK OUT THE SCHUMAN TEAM'S AWARD-WINNING WEBSITE   Wordless Wednesday - Shadow Lake Solon Ohio is the property of The Schuman Team and may not be duplicated or used wi...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Ohio Parks - South Chagrin Reservation Cleveland has one of the largest Metropark systems in the entire country and Solon is fortunate to have a branch of this system located within our borders. Although many people who live here don't realize it, we actually have a one of the area's best parks here in Solon OH, the South Chagrin Reservation. Starting at Richmond Road and going East through to the Solon/Bentleyville border, the South Chagrin Reservation is the largest park in Solon OH and offers a plethora of outdoor activities for young and old. For those who enjoy vigorous exercise, there is a 7 mi. paved trail that is perfect for walking, biking and roller blading. The park is also perfect for more relaxing activities such as walking a dog or pushing a stroller. Motorized vehic...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Ohio Real Estate - Which Area Is Best, How About Central Solon?     For those of us who live here in Solon, there is an ongoing debate about which area of the city is better, the North or South. In fact, a few months ago we actually wrote all about the best area to live in Solon and went into detail, including defining each particular geographic area. If you are trying to get to know the area better, this is definitely worth reading. Although we are all part of one great community and it is not really divided in a mean-spirited way, there is occasionally some internal joking among residents between the  "North" and "South". However, people who live in the middle of town usually get forgotten, at least until today. This post will highlight the all important middle of town. Although...
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By Svetlana Stolyarova, Local-n-Global Realty, Broker 216-548-4663
(Local-n-Global Realty, Cleveland and International Real Estate Solution)
Should we be more creative to sell all this inventory of Solon homes for sale? I was doing the Solon Real Estate market absorption rate analysis for one of my clients the other day. Results were not unexpected but still unpleasant. In popular Solon OH we have a many-many months inventory of homes for sale. What level of creativity is needed from Real Estate agents to sell out all this inventory? I don't believe that it's all about pricing. Most Solon homes are priced very reasonably considering all the amenities of this great city, excellent school system, and condition of Solon properties. Most of home buyers in Solon OH have good income, well qualified for mortgage financing, and have good credit history. I know that excellent Real Estate agents work in Solon area. Maybe, we need just...
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By Chris Olsen, Broker Owner Cleveland Ohio Real Estate
(Olsen Ziegler Realty)
Solon Ohio - Schools, Resources, Homes For Sale and More... Overview Solon, Ohio, captured the number 23 spot in Money’s 2009 list of America's Best Places to Live. Solon is approximately equal distance to Cleveland and Akron, two large, metropolitan areas offering numerous employment opportunities in health care, academia, retail, and commercial/industry as well as being home to major employers such as Nestlé Prepared Foods,  Erico Products, Keithley Instruments, Swagelok, Agilysys, and L'Oréal Products .  Cleveland State University has a satellite campus in Solon and there are many shopping districts within minutes from town. Just over 22,000 people call this dynamic community their home.  Solon is known for its diverse selection of homes from apartments and condominiums to mid-range ...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
   Solon OH Luxury Homes -Bi-Annual Market Report 2010 Here is our official bi-annual market report for Solon Luxury Homes complete with a comparison to 2009. Commentary will be given after the following Solon luxury home statistics.  Please keep in mind that in the Cleveland real estate market, the definition of a luxury home is one that sells for at least $500,000. Here are all luxury homes that sold in Solon during the first half of 2010: 5245 Hemington Blvd $510,000 5571 High Point $515,000 7099 Navajo Trl $515,000 6162 Chagrin Highlands Dr $525,000 7373 Royal Portrush Dr $540,000 7338 Shelford Dr $557,500 38040 McDowell Dr $570,000 37280 Cherrybank Dr $600,000 6439 Dorset Ln $608,000 7343 Shelford Dr $620,000 37289 Cherrybank Dr $625,000 7570 Royal Portrush $699,354 6704 Winston Ln...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
  Solon OH Real Estate - Bi-Annual Market Report 2010     The year is now half over, allowing us to compose our very popular Bi-Annual Market Report for Solon real estate. We will begin by listing all homes that sold in Solon in June and follow with a summary for June and state of the market for the first half of 2010.   Here are all the homes that sold in Solon in June, 2010: 7395 Geauga St  $110,000 28300 Louise Dr  $150,000 34130 Maple Dr  $153,000 5447 Harper Rd $160,000 33355 Outley Park Dr  $180,500 7240 Cottesmore Ln $214,200 7229 Selworthy Ln $235,000 36659 Meadowdale Dr $250,000 34940 Spatterdock Ln $262,000 31635 Crabtree Ln  $262,500 34503 Bramble Ln $265,000 33123 Ashdown Dr $265,000 7332 Glenwillow Place $272,000 32305 Seneca Dr $280,000 5106 Cheswick Dr $283,000 35575 Spic...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
    SOLON HOME DAYS 2010 JULY 22-JULY 25, 2010     Solon Home Days will be better than ever this year with games, entertainment, and a huge contest, all topped off with a spectacular fireworks show Sunday evening. The 12th annual Home Days festival will once again be held in the main parking lot of the Solon Community Park, located at 6679 SOM Center Road. Parking is available in the parking lot on Portz Parkway and also down the street at the Solon Rec Center. This years theme is Hollywood and you will be sure to see some of your favorite characters throughout the weekend. There will be fun for kids of all ages, as well as adults. Here is just a small list of events that will take place: *     Rides *     Games and Contests *     Live Entertainment - Including Arrival, the Journey Trib...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Ohio Real Estate - Dealing With A Low Ball Offer   Low ball offers are part of the home selling process. I know it's not what home sellers here in Solon OH want to hear, but it's the truth. So, since dealing with low offers is as much a part of the home selling process as home staging or marketing, you need to be prepared to handle the inevitable. This post will help you deal with low ball offers and give you tips on turning them into a successful sale. To begin, let's address why someone would consider the "low ball" strategy of negotiating. Although much more common in a down market, many buyers feel like they simply must see if they can get a steal on a home. Buyers often hear about the great "deal" that a friend or family member got on their recent home purchase and want to c...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon OH Real Estate - Finding Property Lines Made Easy As Solon OH real estate agents, we are often asked by our clients about the property lines of a given home.  Knowing that a home sits on .54 acres is one thing, but seeing a potential home's property lines in relation to the neighboring homes can be helpful for those buying a home in Solon. We have shown 100's of homes in Solon and buyers consistently ask us questions regarding property lines and dimensions. Sometimes you can look at a lot and get a pretty good feel just from a visual inspection but nothing replaces having specific information. For those buying a home in Solon, there is a great free tool at your disposal to get geographic information about a property, yet very few know anything about it. The Solon GIS system is ext...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Cambridge Park of Solon Ohio The following is a brief description of Cambridge Park of Solon, also known by some locals as Windy Hill, compliments of the Schuman Team, Solon residents for over 10 years.   Cambridge Park of Solon OH is a small subdivision located off Bainbridge Road, east of Liberty Road. Cambridge Park is near the eastern border of the city, located within a few miles of the Solon Recreation Center, Solon Community Park, and nearby shopping. There are only 41 homes located in this fairly upscale development which consists of 3 streets, Windy Hill, Laura Lane, and Suzanne Lane. Homes in Cambridge Park were built mainly in the mid 1990's. The distinguishing feature of this somewhat secluded Solon neighborhood is the semi-wooded 1 acre lots. For those looking for a newer h...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
   Solon OH Real Estate - Monthly Market Report May 2010     Here are all the homes that sold in Solon in May, 2010:   6549 Glenallen $139,000 6394 Glenallen Ave $160,000 32361 Arlesford Dr $162,000 7333 Austin Powder Dr $164,000 32999 Charmwood Oval $165,000 37070 Bainbridge Rd $172,000 5720 Janet Blvd $173,000 32885 Ledge Hill Dr $198,000 32745 N Roundhead Dr $199,900 33865 Country View Ln $219,900 5670 Woodsmore Dr $235,000 35080 Spatterdock Ln $252,000 32630 Stony Brook Ln $272,000 34503 Claythorne Rd $273,000 5240 Hemington Blvd $453,000 5188 Hemington Blvd $465,000 5245 Hemington Blvd $510,000 37280 Cherrybank Dr $600,000 7604 Worlington Dr $1,174,900   Summary: May was a pretty good month, with 19 home sales in Solon with an average sales price of $315,037. This is a little bette...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Bank Owned Homes And Other Great Alternatives So you want to get a deal on a home? While a lot of buyers initially say they only want to buy a bank owned home, many end up seeking other alternatives once they learn there may be other equally attractive options We are certainly not trying to persuade people not to buy a bank owned home in Solon, we are merely suggesting that you should look at the pro and cons and consider other options as well. We get a lot of the calls from buyers relocating to Solon and they assume they will get a great deal on a bank owned home here. It seems that there is a lot of information out there saying that bank owned homes can be had across every city in the US for cheap, sometimes for even pennies on the dollar. While that may be true in some areas, finding...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Real Estate - Monthly Home Statistics April 2010      Here are all the homes that sold in Solon last month:   32850 Linden Dr $95,000 28260 Aurora Rd $150,000 34225 Pettibone Rd $177,000 6620 Edgemoor Ave $182,000 6543 Glenallen Ave $193,500 32350 Cannon Rd $216,000 32900 N Burr Oak Dr $225,000 34461 S Side Park Dr $264,000 35610 Spicebush Ln $325,000 5593 High Point Dr $452,000 5571 High Point $515,000 7099 Navajo Trl $515,000 6162 Chagrin Highlands Dr $525,000 Summary: April sales were almost identical to those from April of 2009. Last month saw 13 sales compared to 15 last year. The big difference, however, is the average sales price of homes was significantly higher last month compared to last year, $294,962 vs. $237,733. Year to date, we are doing a little better so far in 20...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Solon Real Estate - Monthly Home Statistics March 2010      Here are all the homes that sold in Solon last month: 30730 Woodall Dr $70,000 34330 Maple Dr $128,000 34080 Maple Dr $142,000 6958 Elmwood Dr $145,000 7093 Liberty Rd $149,900 6952 Kingswood Dr $165,000 5655 Woodsmore Dr $217,400 32759 Allenbury Dr $238,500 34436 Blue Heron Dr $273,750 30125 Wedgewood Dr $282,500 32383 Seneca Dr $312,000 7636 Lindsay Ln $315,000 32350 Wintergreen Dr $413,000 209-S/L Hyllwynd $470,000 7373 Royal Portrush Dr $540,000   Summary: March sales this year were better than 2009. Last month saw 15 home sales compared to only 12 in 2009. The sales in March were a direct result of buyers shopping for a home during December, January, and February, typically the slowest months of the year. Looking at the pr...
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By Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists
(Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)
Heritage Estate of Solon Ohio The following describes Heritage Estates of Solon, compliments of the Schuman Team, Solon residents for over 10 years.   Heritage Estates of Solon is a relatively small subdivision located in Solon Ohio, off SOM Center Road ( Rt. 91 ). This development actually is connected to the larger subdivision, The Preserve, and is also very close in proximity to the Solon Recreation Center, Solon Community Park, and nearby shopping. There are only 3 streets in Heritage Estates, Navajo Trail, Arapaho Ct., and Seminole Way. Arapaho is a cul-de-sac street. Overall, there are 50 homes in the Heritage Estate subdivision of Solon and most were built in the mid 1990's. Homes here are situated on nice semi-wooded .6 acre lots. The exteriors of homes in Heritage Estates are a...
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