Monday, June 08, 2009
New Price! GREAT VALUE!! 3223 9th Street North, Saint Cloud, MN $99,900!!
 Historic and meticulously maintained, this cottage-style home in north Saint Cloud is now value priced at $99,900!! Turn-key perfect!! Main floor fireplace, original woodwork, French doors. Outstanding perennial gardens and private patio with fenced-in backyard. Absolutely fabulous--and affordable!!! $99,900. View this listing at: 3223 9th Street North, Saint Cloud, MN 56303.
Saturday, June 06, 2009
LOOK CLOSELY AND YOU'LL SEE HOME MARKET IMPROVEMENTS
By Julie Gugin Executive Director Minnesota Home Ownership Center ST CLOUD TIMES Saturday, June 6, 2009 This letter regarding today's housing market is printed in today's ST CLOUD TIMES and repeated, in brief, below.The benefits of foreclosure prevention services are proven and documented. But to be successful in the long run, we must shift our thinking from viewing home ownership as a means of short-term financial gain, to reinforcing it as the basis of stability, community and growth for our local economies, families and schools. We need to reaffirm the true benefits of home ownership: - High home ownership rates within a neighborhood increase the presence and diversity of local businesses, according to a stud by the Bipartisan Millennial Housing Commission.
- Home ownership has also been shown to lead to decreased crime rates and increased private investment in communities.
- And the children of homeowners have been shown to perform better in school and attend college at a greater rate than the children of renters, even when accounting for income differences.
A home is undoubtedly one of the greatest investments that many families will make, but these outcomes illustrate a greater value of home ownership for Minnesota that has often gone unnoticed in recent years. A vision of successful home ownership is achievable. It requires: the attentive prevention of foreclosures, as is currently under way in Minnesota; the education of homeowners sot hey understand their purchases--benefits and liabilities--before securing a mortgage and buying a home; credit counseling to facilitate success even during times of hardship; and a shared commitment from policymakers and the home ownership industry to ensure that we are sustaining stable home ownership and communities in Minnesota. The mortgage crisis has illuminated flaws in the system of valuing home ownership as a strictly monetary investment, but it does not diminish the true value that home ownership contributes to our families and communities. As Minnesota leaders contemplate the future of housing in our state, we must also restore our values in home ownership in order to build a state of successful communities for our future. Julie Gugin is the executive director of the Minnesota Home Ownership Center, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to supporting and sustaining successful home ownership. View Julie Gugin's letter in its entirety at: "Your Turn: Look Closely and You'll See Home Market Improvements."
Spacious Westwood Rambler: 908 Brenda Lee Drive, Saint Cloud, MN $162,500!!
 Brand new updates with fresh interior paint and new carpeting make this ranch-style home in West Saint Cloud a fabulous value at $162,500!! Four bedrooms and two baths, shining with an upgraded kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and granite countertops. New vinyl siding and clad windows. Granite floors and countertops on lower level. Great value and move-in ready. View this listing at: 908 Brenda Lee Drive, Saint Cloud, MN 56303.
18 Acres on Little Rock Lake: 840 NW 125th Street, Rice, MN $199,900!
 Being sold short sale and subject to bank approval: 18 acres on Little Rock Lake with 2000' of lake shore, a manufactured home with master suite and jetted tub, main floor laundry, den, and detached double-garage. $199,900. View this listing at: 840 NW 125th Street, Rice, MN 56367.
Ideal for First-Timers! 320 2nd Street, Albany, MN $119,900!!
 Perfect for first-time homeowners and move-in ready! No foreclosure repairs!! This Albany, Minnesota ranch-style home features hardwood floors, appliances, newer carpeting and window treatments; a main floor office, new roof Summer 2009, an attached garage and fully landscaped yard. $119,900. View this listing at: 320 2nd Street, Albany, Minnesota 56307.
Value and Upgrades: 1610 2nd Ave. North, Sauk Rapids, MN $149,900!!
 Fully finished tri-level, exceptionally well-maintained with many upgrades in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota! Newer paint throughout, new lighting, new cabinet fixtures, new steel siding, and new roof to be installed yet this summer. Open floor plan, walk-in closets, upgraded window treatments, and knotty-pine family room. A lovely lot, fully landscaped with mature trees. Value priced at $149,900!! View this listing at: 1610 2nd Ave. North, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379.
Sunny One-and-a Half Story: 311 Riverside Ave. South, Sartell, MN $184,900!!
 Spacious and sunny! This 1 1/2 story home in Sartell, Minnesota features three bedrooms and 2 baths, an upper level loft and family room, a vaulted living room with two-way fireplace, and a main floor office/den. It is ideal for outdoor entertaining with a patio, pond, and additional covered patio. $184,900. View this listing at: 311 Riverside Avenue, South, Sartell, MN 56377.
Gorgeous Sartell Tri-Level: 407 12th Ave. North, Sartell, MN $164,900
 Fully finished on all levels, this Sartell, Minnesota tri-level is sure to please with three bedrooms and two baths, newer roof and siding, walk-in closets, French doors, and a prep isle in the kitchen. The backyard is a beautiful sanctuary with mature trees, shed, back and side patios, as well as perennial gardens. $164,900! View this listing at: 407 12th Avenue North, Sartell, MN 56377.
Huge Sartell Split-Level: 811 1st Street North, Sartell, MN $189,900!!
 Meticulously maintained split-level with four bedrooms, two baths, and over 2200 finished square feet in Sartell, Minnesota! Amenities include: a gas fireplace in the lower level family room, pantry in kitchen, ceiling fans, and wood blinds. Outside enjoy a gorgeous yard with mature trees, enormous deck with grilling station, triple-car garage and additional shed/shop with concrete floor. View this listing at: 811 1st Street North, Sartell, MN 56377.
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