Lone Oak October 2010 Real Estate Market Update The Lone Oak areas included in this report include: Lone Oak Cove, Lone Oak Creek, Lone Oak Lakes, Lone Oak Park, Lone Oak Ridge, Lone Oak Run and Lone Oak Village.   Current Monthly Change Active Listings 34 0 Under Contract 1 -2 Sold (Sept) 2 -5   High list price: $349,000 Low list price: $165,000 Average list price: $226,101 Median list price: $216,750 Unfortunately, for home sellers in Lone Oak, right now it looks like it could take a year to a year and a half to sell your home based on the current months-inventory. Home buyers, this is an opportunity to make a deal! Lone Oak is a great neighborhood with great homes and the pressure on sellers  at this inventory level are great. Lone Oak Homes For Sale Recent Price Reductions in Lon... 11/03/2010

Yep, it's that simple.Pretty cool really, especially for the techie geeks like me. I did it and it worked perfectly (see the screenshot below). Just text “where” to 30644. (You can also text “donde” to get your answer in Spanish.) The system, which is free, will reply, asking for your home address. Give it to them, and it’ll send back your polling location. If you want more specifics, just check out this post by FastCompany. 11/02/2010

Do You Know Where to Vote in Edmond? Tomorrow is the big day! If you are new to Edmond, Oklahoma, you may not be sure where your polling place in Edmond is located. Rather than guessing, visit the Oklahoma State Election Board's website here. They have a great polling place locator. You simply enter your name, birth date and zip code. Then you will see your name and voter ID. Click on your voter ID to see your Edmond polling place address. This tool will also list the districts you belong to for congressional, senate, house and county races.Remember the polls will be open from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. You must be in line by 6:00 pm to ensure you will be able to vote in the event of long lines 11/01/2010

While your thoughts of real estate may have mostly related to haunted houses during October, Edmond real estate chugged right along.  We saw many new listings both big and small.  We saw new listings go under contract in just days and one sell after years on the market.  Grab a few pieces of the kids Halloween candy (I won't tell), and I'll fill you in on what you might of missed.During October 2010 in Edmond (remember for our purposes, Edmond is defined as being within the boundaries of Edmond Public Schools), 273 homes were listed.  Of those, 32 are already under contract.  Among those currently available, the average list price is $263,217 and the average size is 2518 square feet.  The biggest home listed is 7340 square feet.  It has five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms with s... 11/01/2010

Halloween Week 2010 is here!  I must admit, I really like Halloween.  It's a stress free fun-filled holiday where you can pig out on Snickers and Reese's without judgement!  What could be better?  Well maybe a Halloween festival, trick or treat trail or haunted house!There are several fun things to do in and around Edmond this Halloween week.  The hardest thing will be deciding "Witch" to do!  So many in fact, that I thought I'd put together a list of our top picks.  So, here you go in chronological order:Arcadia Lake Storybook Forest:  Daily at Spring Creek Park through Halloween from 5:30-8:30.  Trick or Treat trail, storytelling, marshmallow & hot dog roast.  $5.00 per child during the week and $7.00 on the weekend. 27th Annual Haunt the Zoo:  October 26-31 6:30-8:30 rain or shine.  ... 10/25/2010

Have you noticed that there aren't as many "For Rent" signs in your Edmond neighborhood as there used to be?  That may be because rental properties are at a premium in our area right now.  There are a variety of reasons that people are opting to rent over buy.  Some are relocating and have a house to sell outside of Oklahoma.  Some do not meet the current lending standards to qualify for a mortgage.  Some are in transition and need short term housing.  Whatever the reason, more people seem to be choosing to rent.I specialize in helping people buy and sell homes in Oklahoma.  But recently, I helped someone with a rental.  Here is what I learned in the process; Because rentals are at a premium, the landlord/property owner is in the driver's seat.  If you do not rent the house, someone els... 10/20/2010

Today I went on a walking tour of The Trails South in Edmond.  This neighborhood is located near the CENTURY 21 Goodyear Green Edmond office (off Santa Fe north of 15th).  So, we were delivering invitations to our upcoming Chili Cook off and Silent Auction fundraiser for Easter Seals.Now, I have shown plenty of homes in this Edmond neighborhood.  Both of my girls have had friends that lived there.  So, this was not my first visit to The Trails South.  But, it was my first time to enjoy a walking tour on a fall day!  My first impression was that this is a very cute area.  Most of the homes we saw were very well maintained and decorated for fall and Halloween.  I had the chance to meet a few homeowners as they were taking care of their lawn or heading out the door.  Everyone greeted me wi... 10/14/2010

One of my favorite Edmond neighborhoods is Forest Oaks.  In the ever popular east Edmond, Forest Oaks is soundly established with most homes built between 1978 and 1988.  The neighborhood is well designed with winding streets, creeks, and towering trees.  The location of the neighborhood is awesome!  It's just south of 15th street off of Bryant.  So, it's an easy commute to I-35 or the turnpike.  For fun, Hafer Park, Pelican Bay, and Spring Creek are all within walking distance.I have always been drawn to the homes on Ridgecrest Road.  These homes are set back on their lots with a creek bed running through the front.  Most of the homes have lovely bridges that lead visitors over the creek and to the home entrance.  Yesterday, I had the opportunity to tour a home on Ridgecrest.  It was t... 10/13/2010

Rose Creek September 2010 Real Estate Market Update Active Listings: 23 Pending Sales: 5 Sold August: 0 On a positive note, inventory in Rose Creek is working its way down. The absorption rate clearly indicates that it’s a buyers market still. The 5 pending homes are nice to have, but none closed in August is a little disconcerting. Rose Creek Neighborhood Information Rose Creek Homes For Sale 10/11/2010

More time to shop, what could be better than that?  Many of the shops in Downtown Edmond have extended their hours on Thursdays, and will now be open until 7:00!To kick off the new hours, many of the downtown merchants will be having an Open House tonight from 5-7 with refreshments like cupcakes and cider in their stores.So, whether you want to add some spice to your autumn decor at home, shop for an upcoming baby shower, or maybe holiday shopping tonight is the night to relax and stroll the shops of downtown Edmond!  I bet I see you there!Hey by the way, check out my October Newsletter! 10/07/2010

Rose Creek is a beautiful community just north of Quail Springs Mall on North May Avenue. It’s a large community, nearly one square mile, built around a golf course. It is gated with a security guard gate. There are approximately 600 homes in the area. Homes range in size from 2,000 square feet to over 6,000 square feet. The average size is 3,600 square feet. Home values range from $300,000 to well over $1 million. The average price over the last year has been $512,000, $144/ft. Amenities include a fitness center, aquatic center as well as the golf course. The aquatic center is a facility with water slides, 10,000 square feet of water surface, lap swimming and play and lounge areas. The fitness center is a 4,200 square ft. facility offering a wide variety of weight & cardio equipment, ... 10/06/2010

As an Edmond Realtor, I see plenty of houses.  Most of the homes that I tour, I see with a client while searching for homes.  But I do try to preview other homes available on my own to stay informed about the inventory currently available.  Yesterday, I previewed three vacant houses in an Edmond neighborhood.  It was a neighborhood with new homes in the popular price range of $225,000-$250,000.When I was selecting the homes to tour in my targeted subdivision I searched specifically for vacant homes (I did not want to disturb homeowners without a specific buyer in mind) and price (I only wanted to tour homes in the price range that is selling in Edmond right now).  While a prospective buyer would read the details of the listing and check out all the pictures on the MLS, I did not.I toure... 10/06/2010

September was a quiet month for real estate in Edmond's Park Lane Estates.  During September 2010, two homeowners listed their property for sale.  The two new listings bring the total number of available homes (defined as listed in the Oklahoma City MLS) currently listed to nine.  The average list price is $154,388 after 71 days on the market.  Most of the listings have had a reduction in price during that time.In September there were no closed transactions or offers accepted by homeowners in Park Lane Estates.With a good selection of homes and low interest rates, this is a great opportunity for buyers considering a move into Park Lane Estates.  For more information about any of the homes currently available, give me a call at the CENTURY 21 Goodyear Green office.  Our number is 405-359... 10/05/2010

It's hard to believe another month has passed and it's time again for an Edmond Real Estate Market Report.  Here is what happened in Edmond real estate in September 2010.  Remember, for this report Edmond is defined as homes within the Edmond Public School district and based on information available from Oklahoma City MLS. New listings:  During the month of September 304 homes were listed for sale in Edmond, Oklahoma.  Of those, 34 are already under contract and 3 transactions have closed!  Pending Contracts:  A total of 207 property owners accepted offers in September.  Of those, 42 closed in the same month.  Among those that now have a pending status, the average final list price was $241,445 after 89 days on the market. Closed Transactions:  A total of 176 homes got new owners in Sep... 10/04/2010

Valencia is an Ideal Homes community in the southwest Edmond area, near the Kilpatrick Turnpike, Lake Hefner Parkway, shopping, restaurants and more. It is still fairly new and attractive to first-time homeowners. Valencia September 2010 Real Estate Market Report Active Listings: 35 Under Contract: 11 Sold August 2010: 7 It’s encouraging to see that Valencia is currently in a ‘Sellers Market’ area at 5 months and less inventory available. Valencia Homes For Sale Originally posted on okchomesellers.com 10/02/2010

It's not a new concept, at least for those who've lived overseas, but it seems to be a growing trend here in the U.S. these days. Conserving space and expenses is a pretty foreign thought process for most of us who've spent our lives living "the Oklahoma way," but could it be the future, as development costs continue to rise? If it is, creativity will be key in maximizing small spaces. Check out this plan for a 500 square-foot VERY chic and surprisingly well-planned studio. **Originally posted on our Facebook Page, where you'll find out more about Oklahoma City, Edmond, Moore, and beyond. 10/02/2010

The latest Boots on the Ground Tour takes us to Edmond's Stonebrook at Coffee Creek.  The Stonebrook addition is on the southeast side of the popular Coffee Creek community.  Coffee Creek is one of my favorite areas in Edmond.  Whenever I am giving Edmond newcomers a tour, I try to include this area.  In this community, it is not uncommon to see folks out walking their dogs and kiddos riding their bikes.  The streets meander and curve through the different neighborhoods.  I think it's a very well planned development.First the basic information you will want to know about the area.  Coffee Creek is off of Kelly between Covell and Coffee Creek.  Stonebrook is best accessed from the Covell side of the community.  Students in the area attend school at John Ross Elementary, Cheyenne Middle S... 10/01/2010

Our company is hosting a Chili Cook Off Tailgate Party for Easter Seals on Sunday, October 17 from 4-6pm at our corporate office, 1220 S. Santa Fe Avenue in Edmond.  Easter Seals benefits children and adults with disabilities.  All proceeds will go directly to Easter Seals Oklahoma.Fun activities will include a Silent Auction, Cake Walk, Pumpkin Decorating Contest, Moon bounce, Clowns and of course CHILI!  There will even be live performance by the McTeggart Irish Dancers at 5:00.Plan to help us judge the Best Chili.  Think you have the best chili recipe?  It's not too late to enter!  Just call our office at 405-359-7400 and ask for Amanda.  By the way, we are also actively seeking donations for the silent auction.  Promote your business and support a great cause! 09/30/2010

Coffee Creek September 2010 Real Estate Market Report Active Listings: 13 Under Contract: 1 Sold August 2010 : 3 This was a surprise. Out of the 10 areas I regularly track statistics, Coffee Creek was second only to The Village in being in Seller’s Market territory. This bucks the trend for similar neighborhoods to Coffee Creek. Congratulations! Coffee Creek Homes For Sale Originally posted on okchomesellers.com 09/28/2010

What a treat I had today.  I toured three homes in the Rustling Hills addition in Edmond.  As soon as we entered the neighborhood I was taken with the mature trees.  I can only imagine how beautiful it will be a few weeks when the leaves begin to turn.  I also liked that the homes set back quite a bit on the lots.  This gave a very open feel to the area as we drove through.As always, let's staty with the basic information.  Priced in the popular $200-300K price range, Rustling Hills is located in Edmond off North Bryant between Coffee Creek and Sorghum Mill Roads.  Most of the homes were built in the late 1970's and early 1980's.  They average around 3000 square feet and sit on between 1 and 2 acre lots.  Kiddos in the neighborhood attend school at Edmond's newest elementary school, Cen... 09/28/2010