New Roof

Newer Appliances

Updated Kitchen

3 Bed 2 Bath

1418 Sq Ft MOL

The backyard is the perfect entertaining spot with raised patio and brick paver patio and plenty of shade from the trees.  There is even a fenced side yard perfect for the keeping pets away while the kids play.

$149,900

This home will be open this Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 or call me to schedule a private tour.

See the full virtual tour at www.10200Sunnymeade.net or watch the

Youbube Video Here:

A little background first, a couple of months ago I got a call from Kathleen of Jeremey and Kathleen. Rachel went to design school at OU with her and she said she and her husband were looking for an investment/rental close to OCU.  Rolling up in high style on their Vespa to view houses was definitely cool.   So we found them a great place and they had a tenants beating down their door offering top dollar they day they listed it for rent.

Shortly after Kathleen called again, this time with a different request.  She and her sister had finally talked her parents into moving from Hall Park/Norman area up to Oklahoma City if they could find exactly the right house.  Her dad, Scott, had one minor requirement.  He wanted to be able to through a fishing line in a lake from the back porch of his house.  Because of the gorgeous listing I have in Briarcreek at www.NewmanDrive.com I knew exactly where to take them.  I sent them a listing on the lake in the neighborhood and soon received a call that they wanted to take a look.

When I pulled up to meet them for the first time in front of the house, I could tell they were kind of excited.  They had already wondered around to the back to see the outstanding view and steps down to the water.  Scott walked up and said, this is pretty close to what we have been dreaming about for years.  The inside of the home was nicely updated and spacious with outstanding views of the water from almost every room.  While his wife Wanda and their daughter were ooing and awwing inside, Scott looked at me and said there is one final test!

He walked out to the car, pulled out a fishing pole and proceeded to the back porch and through a line in.  I kid you not, wthin a minute, HE HAD A BITE from a 3 lb bass.  He turned at me and said, we’re sold, how much is this place again.  And the rest was history, well almost.

Oh yeah, we listed their current home in Norman and had an offer in 1 day!

I will never forget the fishing pole and I want to thank that fish for showing Scott some love, at just the right moment.

That is what I absolutely love the most about this business, not the money, or the awards and accolades.  Knowing that I was able to help Scott & Wanda find the dream home they had been looking for nearly 20 years is why I do what I do.  There is no better feeling than knowing you helped someone put their finger on the thing they needed a little direction finding.

Scott & Wanda, enjoy your dream home.  And let me know when you catch the big one that got away!

If you are looking for something for the whole family, come out and take part in this annual tradition.  All the kids and grown-ups alike gather by 9:00 in the parking lot of the Quail Creek Golf & Country Club parking lot for judging of decorations and costumes.  The parade takes off at 9:30 and heads south to Quail Creek Park where refreshments, live music and loads of fun will be waiting.

See all the details here:  www.Facebook.com/QuailCreekHOA

Hope to see you there!

Sought-after Quail Creek home offers 5 Beds, 3 Living, 2 Dining on a corner lot, within walking distance to the Quail Creek Park.  Hardwood floors and COLOR throughout this home make it bright and inviting.

Lots of natural light in back living, dining and kitchen from newly installed windows and sliding glass door.

Great for entertaining with (5th Bed) currently used asplayroom upstairs for kids and a craft room as well.  Lots of storage.

A state of the art touchscreen alarm system that has capability to remotely monitor your home from your iPhone or any other wireless device and provides peace of mind knowing your home is ok while you may be away.  See Vivint.com for details and all the features the system has to offer.

Did I mention this was a corner lot with lush trees within walking distance to Quail Creek Park?  Call me to see this great home today at 405.633.3611

You can see all these photos and many more on the virtual tour at:  www.QuailCreekOKC.com

Quail Creek has so much to offer, our very own Quail Creek Elementary, Quail Creek Golf & Country Club and convenient access to Lake Hefner Trails, restaurants, shopping and so much more.  One of the largest neighborhoods in all of Oklahoma City, the Homeowners Association goes to great lengths by providing private security, events throughout the year, maintenance and planting of all the entryways and greenbelts.  If you are looking for a sense of community and great value, you should check in to Quail Creek.

Growing up, I frequently attended the annual Orchestra League Symphony Showhouse, and it was inspiring to see the architecture and creativity of the designers over the years.  Of particular interest to me was catching a glimpse into some of the greatest homes  that Oklahoma City has to offer.  Undoubtedly I feel this has helped to form my initial interest to eventual career in real estate.

As a volunteer at last year’s showhouse on Lake Overholser, I enjoyed the experience of meeting so many people and I decided I wanted to offer myself  this year to help.

Thousands of volunteers come together for this one event that brings in attendance from all over the state. It’s exciting to see that everyone from schoolchildren to senior citizens come out to support.

Months of work would not have been possible without my design cochairman Karen Smith, who is an accomplished event organizer for international museums and also World Cup Soccer.  As a sort of freshman to the Orchestra League, I am grateful to have been teamed up with such an accomplished Co-Chair; we have worked well together and I have learned so much from her great experience in the field.

Karen Smith, my Design Co-Chair on left and Cindy Raby, Show House Co-Chair on right.

From busted pipes and floods, to blizzards, and all the logistics and inner workings of a 15,000+ Sq. Ft. home, it has been an education to say the least!

Events such as the Preview Party, the first viewing of the empty house by the public, to the Gala Black Tie Event held prior to opening day have helped the momentum to build as we prepared to open the doors to the public.  The designers this year both new and seasoned have done an outstanding job again this year in the transformation of this jaw-dropping estate.

Table Setting at Black Tie Gala

I can’t wait to tour all my friends and family through the house, enjoy lunch in the Corner Bistro and share some of the memories I’ve made while volunteering for the 2011 Symphony Show House.  My membership to the Oklahoma City Orchestra League was the first step in getting involved.  I hope you will join me in supporting the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and music education by attending the show house, shopping in the boutique or perhaps buying any of the many furnishings available in the home.

BUY TICKETS ONLINE HERE

After having numerous showings, a price reduction and no offers, these Seller’s were looking for some direction on what it would take to get their home sold.   She politely asked the agent to hold the house open since it was staged and they hadn’t had any offers.  The agent politely in not so many words said he wasn’t getting paid enough to do so and that is when she looked up my number and gave me a call.

Long story short, she asked for a release and asked it was willing to take on her listing.  Absolutely!  I knew this house should have already been sold!  Working with her mom, who bent over backwards to complete each item in the list I recommended adding some fresh flowers, rearranging the staged furniture, and planting a few more flowers in the back we were primed and ready for one of my professional photographers, Justin Voight, to work his magic on this charming house.

Within 48 hours I had an offer from one of the first buyers who toured it.  It was a really good feeling getting to take down my open house sign and put a SOLD sign in the yard.  I enjoyed the rest of the afternoon negotiating another contract for another listing.  For all of you who ask about the Oklahoma City Real Estate market, it is going well when you are priced right, staged to perfection and can present your house and such a polished way!

I tell every seller I talk to, the PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE and the marketing promoted throughout all the outlets I use IS THE FIRST SHOWING FOR ANY POTENTIAL BUYER!  If your photos don’t bring them in, nothing will.

Tell me what you think, see all the virtual tour pics here:
www.HistoricLinwood.com

I couldn’t be more pleased with our results, and my seller’s couldn’t either!

5 Beds

5.5 Baths

3 Fireplaces

Master Suite w/ Marble Bath w/ fireplace and walk-in shower

All beds with walk-in closet and full bath

2 Living, 2 Dinining, tons of storage

Paneled Study with etched glass pocket doors

Over 1,000 square foot covered patio overlooking diving pool and 10 fenced acres.

Central Vac, Sprinkler, Security,  New Roof ’09, HVAC units replaced since ’06, 3 Car Garage.

Updated paint and finishes throughout

Moore Schools, Norman address, conveniently located one mile east of Sooner Road & 1/2 North of Indian Hills Road.  Close to Belmar Golf Club, easy commute to OU, Tinker and other major employers.

See the full virtual tour at www.6400Desiree.com

2010 Market Stats & Info for homes Sold in Quail Creek

Homes Sold in 2010: 86

• Highest Sales Price: $699,900
• Highest Sales Price/ Square Foot: $161.11
• Lowest Sales Price/ Square Foot: $28.04
• Average Sales Price/ Square Foot: $82.92
• Median Sales Price/ Square Foot: $84.95

Active Listings- 51

• Highest List Price:  $649,000
• Lowest List Price: $77,000
• Average List Price: $282,862
• Median List Price: $242,500

Pending Home Sales (December)- 9

Days on Market- Average/Median

• Active 153/130
• Pending 110/96
• Sold 105/79.5

It’s January and that means its time to start looking for inspiration for updates to your home this year.  Maybe you are getting ready to buy or sell or looking to enhance the quality of life.  The OKC Home & Garden Show never disappoints and gives show goers the opportunity to meet with local and national businesses offering the newest in interior design, landscaping, and products to help update your home.

Held at the OKC Fair Grounds, advance tickets can be purchased here for only $8.  That’s $3 off the general admission price.

Design ideas from the HGTV’s Curb Appeal, The Block host John Gidding.

What projects or updates  are on your list for this year?

Check out www.NewmanDrive.com for all the details