Georgetown, Texas Real Estate Blog      Your Host: Edward Lui

You think the exterior is nice? Wait til you step through the front door.

109 Bronze Cove is not your typical Sonterra home in Jarrell, Texas. For starters, it’s a home that is kept in immaculate condition. Built in 2008 and finished in early 2009, it was purchased by a caring woman in August 2009. As you can imagine, this 3 BR, 1,224 sf home was more than enough for one person. Thus, it was very lightly used in the past two years. Not only has it not been tread on by many feet, the owner is very clean and meticulous. You will need a magnifying glass and a lot of patience to find dust or debris in this wonderfully, well-kept home.

In today’s market of foreclosures and short sales, the care and condition of this home is about the best it can get for home buyers.  Think about all the savings from not needing to do any touch-up paint, carpet replacement, tile repair, popcorn removal, dusting, appliance replacement, bathroom cleaning, or window treatment.  It’s bad enough you have to deal with bank to get a loan, why deal with them on a short sale or foreclosure and double your headache for minimal savings?  This home’s fantastic condition can save you thousands of dollars out of pocket and months of coming home to a house that is in “renovation mode.”  That’s something your lender and your family should be ecstatic about!

All you need to do is replace the furniture in this well-kept home.

The amazing thing is that the excellent condition of this home isn’t even the best part.  That honor goes to the ultra low asking price of $100,000!  That price will get you 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious living room (as you can see in the above picture), dining room and kitchen both peering out to the living room, a  2-door garage, an indoor utility room to do your laundry in reasonable temperatures, and a huge, private, fenced-in backyard with a patio.  Phew!  And if that’s not enough, the home is situated on a premium lot in a cul-de-sac.  Talk about maximizing your dollars on a home purchase!

This is all you need to bring to the table. Figuratively speaking, of course.

See below for more pictures, video, and information.  If you have any questions or would like to see this property, please call Edwin – available by appointment only.

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This is a prime opportunity to purchase real estate in Georgetown, Texas.  115 Village Park Drive is located in Georgetown Village, one of the most coveted neighborhoods in Georgetown.  Here are a few reasons why:

1. Walking distance to exemplary-rated Village Elementary School;
2. Miles of kid- and pet-friendly trails available for hiking, jogging, or walking;
3. Numerous, luscious parks, including the one right in front of this home.

But what sets 115 Village Park apart from the other homes for sale in Georgetown Village is your ability to finance easily and securely without the headaches of dealing with lenders and underwriters.  Even if you aren’t approved for a loan, you can purchase this home through owner financing.

• Owner financing – 20% down payment preferred
• High resale value – homes on this street has had the highest $/SF sold numbers for any resale in Georgetown Village over the past couple of years
• Efficient floor plan includes 3 bedrooms, 1 office/study, formal dining, large kitchen and living, indoor utility
• Village Park, Pool, and Playscape located right outside your front door
• Located on one-way horseshoe street
• Black walnut wood laminate floors
• Stainless steel appliances
• Fireplace to keep you warm
• Brick construction on all sides

For those of you not able to secure a loan, owner will consider an owner finance:  20% down payment desired, will look at other offers with a minimum of 10% down.  Buyer pays all closing costs.  For more information, contact Edward @ 512-761-6474

If you’re a small business owner like me, then you may keep yourself up at night thinking of viable ways to increase revenue and profit.  In the real estate industry, there’s a saying, “Location, location, location.”  Well it seems that this doesn’t apply only to residential real estate, but also commercial real estate.  If you really want to increase profit, your business needs to be in a great location – clear visibility, easy access, and an inviting environment.  With approximately 100 feet of frontage alongside one of the busiest roads in Georgetown these are a few of the things that 1629 Williams Drive in Georgetown can offer you and your business.

Additionally, many small business owners value the convenience of a home office.  1629 Williams Drive is less than 5 minutes to I-35 and many of the local neighborhoods – Georgetown Village, Berry Creek, Serenada, Oak Crest, Enclave, Estrella – giving you maximum flexibility of keeping your work away from your home, but close enough if you need to meet a client on the weekend.

Listed at $189,900 for almost .75 acres, this is one of the best bargains on Williams Drive for the acreage.  A natural border of shady, mature trees line the sides and rear of the lot while the front is clearly visible to over 20,000 cars each day.  There is already a driveway for easy access so you could save money by extending off of the existing pavement.  And you’d be neighbors to several local, friendly, and highly reputable small businesses and offices – Mars Hill Realty Group, Georgetown Family Hypnosis, and Christ Presbyterian Church.

For more information, call Edward Lui – (512) 761-6474

Do you want to know what an interior designer’s dream home would look like?  Then look no further than 7717 Pebble Creek located in Georgetown, TX.  Formerly a model home in the Villages of Berry Creek, this makes other move-in ready homes look Plain Jane.  Custom tile work is visible on the entry way floors, kitchen back splash, living room and fireplace, and master bathroom.  Designer wallpaper clothe this home in modern style.  Secondary bedrooms have been treated like a true artist’s canvas with imagination and style.  Beautiful artwork and decor throughout!  Priced at $239,000, this home has over $100,000 in options and upgrades that were implemented with the eye and style of someone that could very well be from HGTV!  This is a genuine move-in ready home that needs nothing, except a new owner.

Custom tile work greets you when you walk in, and constantly says hello throughout the home.

No expense was spared in this home.  The main floor contains a formal dining room perfect for dinner parties.  The kitchen is upgraded with every option possible – granite counters, over-sized sink, stainless steel appliances, bright, recessed lighting, ambient lighting under cabinets, extended granite counter for bar, custom tile back splash and flooring, and completely open to the living room and breakfast nook.  The kitchen is upgraded well enough for a chef, and contained in a size that is very easy to maintain.  The master bedroom is tucked away from the secondary bedrooms for absolute privacy.  Snuggle up by the bay window on a rainy day, or enjoy the custom tile work in the master bath as you relax in the shower or separate tub in complete silence.

Upgraded kitchen with lots of options!  Can you name them all?

Touch, feel, and admire the cold wrought iron as you make your way to the second floor.  There is a huge game room and 4 bedrooms waiting to fill your needs.  One of the bedrooms is currently used as a media room or home theater with surround sound and dimmed lighting.  It seats 4 extremely more comfortably than City Lights so pop in a BluRay or sign up for a Netflix account – you will be in this room a lot and your family and friends will love just as much!

This home theater is more comfortable than City Lights Theaters! Separate nursery down the hall for crying babies!

See below for more pictures, videos, and information or contact us today!

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Custom-built by Jack Hunnicutt on 2.5+ acres in the City of Georgetown.

Whether you were born in the city and a cowboy at heart, or born in the country and a city slicker at heart, 101 Rio Bravo is the best of both worlds. This Jack Hunicutt custom-built home sits perfectly on a parcel of land just under 3 acres and under 5 minutes to Wolf Ranch in the City of Georgetown! The convenience of this unique and rare property allows you to visit shops, restaurants, and retailers in the day, then come home in the early evening and enjoy the trees and the breeze on your back patio.

Longleaf pine wood floors from 100-year old reclaimed wood throughout.

The flagstone walkway leads you to your home and the first thing you notice is the longleaf pine wood floors. Not only is it modern and refinished, it has a bit of history as well. The source for these longleaf pine wood floors comes from 100-year old reclaimed wood beams. You’ll be able to admire and admonish this historic wood in the entry, executive office, great room, dining room, and kitchen.

Bobby Flay would be proud of this kitchen.

As you walk past the stone fireplace and hand-hewn wood mantle floating above it, you enter a kitchen that could double as a studio on Food Network: built-in sub-zero refrigerator and freezer, double convection ovens, gas cook top, prep sink and disposal on the island with double sink, disposal and trash compactor behind, walk-in pantry, and enough custom cabinets and pull-out drawers to make Giada jealous! This type of kitchen wouldn’t be complete without granite counter tops and a breakfast bar the length of a saloon in an old western – yeehaw! By the way, if there’s a shootout in this western, be sure to head for the walk-in pantry where the walls and ceiling are reinforced with concrete and wooden door reinforced with steel! This pantry could keep you safe through a tornado, seriously.

2,500 sf Stand-alone Workshop

If the ~3,700 sf home isn’t enough for your belongings, head to the rear of the property where a 2,500 sf workshop awaits. This metal building has a double garage door and a 14-ft tall door to accommodate your RV or boat. You can fit 6 cars, power lawn equipment, an RV, a boat, or even a Jiffy Lube franchise! Need more space? This workshop has close to 700 sf of heated and cooled office space, a separate storage closet, and floored attic storage! This workshop gives other so-called man caves claustrophobia.

For floor plans, square footage, and other information on this home (like 24-hour fitness room, second floor suite, koi pond, 3 backyard patios, wired 7.1 surround sound, and plantation shutter window treatment) check out the pictures, video, and attachments below:

101 Rio Bravo – Options and Upgrades
101 Rio Bravo – Sellers Disclosure
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428 Hanover:  Park view and a Texas-sized backyard with 4th bedroom option

Everyone loves a good park, and even more so when it’s right outside your front door! 428 Hanover is located right across the street from a park in the very desirable neighborhood of Georgetown Village in Georgetown, Texas. It’s so convenient you can pack your lunch for spur of the moment picnics and just walk across the street! The park has comfy seat benches, trees for ample shade, and beautiful green grass to run around without shoes.

Warning: The purchase of this home may induce a love for the outdoors.  The covered front porch gives you a gorgeous view of the park while sipping on your favorite cold drink in the shade. Grab a book or your laptop and lose time in the comfort of a warm Texas breeze.  The covered back patio gives you incomparable privacy and freedom. Just a few paces from the master bedroom, you will be enjoying fresh air while listening to God’s iPod – birds singing, trees rustling, and the cool afternoon breeze whistling.

The interior has a great floor plan, boasting three bedrooms with a 4th bedroom/dedicated office, a formal dining room, an open kitchen with breakfast area, a fireplace in the extra large living room.  The master bedroom is tucked in the back of the home (yes, near the amazing and private backyard). It gets the best of both worlds: nature’s finest in the backyard, and the amenities of a spa in the master bathroom. The bathroom is complete with walk in closet, double vanity, tub, separate shower, and plenty of storage for all your needs. Easily light up the money-saving gas fireplace in the living room to warm the home during the winter. Entertain your guests in the formal dining room with the park view. In case you were looking for additional views to the park, the office is situated perfectly in front of a big window while you file taxes, pay bills, or catch up on office work. It’s almost as if the builder new exactly what you were thinking!

Other features: extra large driveway, attic fan, irrigation system, mature “mulberry” tree, garage overhead storage, upgraded carpet and pad, recent paint (2009), recent washer, dryer, and refrigerator (2008), recent garbage disposal.

Contact Edward or Edwin to check out the rest of this beautiful home in the Village. See below for pictures, videos, and attachments.

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This cozy, 1-story home will make you want to take your shoes off when you walk through the door! Welcome to 215 Avalanche located in the Pinnacle neighborhood of Georgetown, TX! Come in and enjoy the look and feel of wood beneath your feet as you step into your home office to finish off some work and pay your bills. Close the french doors for complete silence from the excitement of the kids and dog. When you’re done, trade in your briefcase and laptop for some cars and dolls until it’s time for dinner.

Preparing dinner in the spacious and well-equipped kitchen is a breeze with the large center island. The kids are playing in plain sight to ease your worries. You’ll need them to help set the table soon and that will be easy since the dining room is smartly placed next to the kitchen.

After dinner, the kids can get ready for bed in their own side of the home while you retreat to the master suite in the peaceful rear of the home. Let your wife soak in her private tub, put on her bathrobe, and then head toward the library. The young night gives her a chance to catch up on her favorite book and enjoy a tasty glass of wine. Or spend your night together in the family room recovering in front of the warm fire watching your favorite sitcom or romantic comedy.

When the weekend comes, be sure to have a cookout on the back patio and watch the kids roam in the grass. Enjoy the privacy from the wood fence and get lost in the clear, blue skies above. You can also take the family out and take advantage of all the community amenities – swimming pool, basketball courts, playscape, and disc golf course!

The floor plan in this home flows elegantly and efficiently. With 3 bedrooms, a private office, formal dining, and a library, you’ll never believe this home is under 2,000 sf! Enjoy nice but subtle hardware upgrades throughout including doorknobs, light fixtures, and energy-efficient dimmers. Lastly, this home comes with the reputation of the Georgetown ISD and a young, budding neighborhood free of charge! For $80/sf, this may be the best value in all of Georgetown.

For video, pictures, and more information, please see below.

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Say hello to the best value in a home for sale in Georgetown, Texas.  30003 Bumble Bee is located in the Villages of Berry Creek where you can have the benefits of a golf course community at Berry Creek Country Club without paying the high HOA fees.  The Berry Creek Golf course is just down the street from the Villages and it’s easy to rub some shoulders to get sponsored by a current member to play golf there.  Avoid the high monthly fees and make some new friends!  What better way to get welcomed into your new neighborhood!

If that’s not enough, your house will be one of a few on the end of a cul-de-sac.  While your neighbors have cars commuting back and forth in front of their homes, you’ll have little kids riding bikes in front of yours.  Be careful – they’re friendly and just might ring your doorbell to ask if you and your kids want to play with them!

Lastly, and certainly not least, open the front door to your new home and experience one of the most open floor plans you’ve ever been in.  The entrance hallway leads you right into the middle of all the action in the living room.  Entertain your exclusive cul-de-sac neighbors and have the freedom of not wishing your house was just a bit bigger.  The living room is open to the kitchen with plenty of space for a large informal dining table.  Don’t forget about the seamless transition from the living room to the covered back patio with a huge back yard for the kids and dogs to run around in.

The feeling of freedom does not end there.  This large 2500-plus square foot home has 4 large bedrooms and a large community game room in the center for all the late night games and movies you’ll experience with your family.  And if you’re worn out from the games, don’t worry about cleaning up the same night.  It’s all on the second floor and none of your distinguished cul-de-sac neighbors will ever see the mess!

~ Edwin

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Georgetown Village – Summers Green Home For Sale

If you’re looking for the right house for sale in Georgetown Texas, look no further.  This is the perfect house with a flexible floorplan that allows you to use all 5 rooms as bedrooms or designate them separately for your custom needs.  Welcome to 102 Summers Green, which faces Summers Green Park.   Enjoy watching your pets or kids run around and play in the park as you kick your feet up on the front porch.  This park has been the mecca for social events in the Village and a great place to meet neighbors and deepen friendships with the people you live with.  The view of this park is magnificent and soothing to your soul.  Imagine having a nice dinner in the formal dining room with family or friends and enjoying the lush green manicured lawn and trees that this park-view offers.  After dinner, enjoy a movie in the spacious family room or hang out in the oversized kitchen with family and friends.  And then, if you have to  pay the bills or finish some late night work, there is also a home office that shares the same park view as the dining room.  The home office has a closet and can also be used as a 5th bedroom.  This house has the rooms you need for your whole family, and we still have a 2nd story to visit!

Unique and Flexible Floorplan

What sets this house apart from others is the built-in nursery on the 2nd floor.  The nursery is conveniently connected to the master bedroom for all of those middle-of-the-night wake-up calls.  No more cribs in the master bedroom, or running down the hall to see what’s wrong.  The nursery can also be closed off from the master suite for privacy via french doors.  No need for a nursery?  No problem.  This room would make the perfect sitting area if one spouse just has to watch David Letterman, while the other spouse has dozed off to La-la land.  You can also use this room as an exercise room, hobby room or second office…the possibilities are endless.

The backyard is large and completely fenced.  The fence can also be pushed out to increase the size of your yard (note:  make sure you follow the appropriate community guidelines before you do this).  This backyard is the perfect size for entertaining or running around with the kids throwing the football.  The backyard is fully visible from the family room through 8-foot windows, or from the covered back patio that connects the detached garage to the main home.

Every parent wants the best education for their children.  At 102 Summers Green, if you are the parent of an Elementary-aged child you can start off on the right track and send your kids to Village Elementary School, rated Exemplary by the TEA with Gold Performance in reading, writing, mathematics, and science. Another bonus is that Village Elementary School is located within the neighborhood!

If you like to stare out your front window and see an oversized neighborhood park, rather than a neighbor’s house, you won’t have many homes to choose from.  Finally, there’s a house on the market with plenty of bedrooms and enough storage for a growing family located within walking distance to one of the best Elementary schools in Georgetown.  Tell your real estate agent to bring you by this house today!

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Liberty Hill Real Estate:  Best Value for Acreage and Large Homes

This home was built with country-living in mind.

Imagine a home that is hidden behind large oak trees and over 6 acres of lush park-like land.  You can have horses here, since the entire property is fenced, and you will have complete privacy from all directions.   Welcome to 50 Double File Trace located in the Durham Park neighborhood of Liberty Hill, TX.  When you drive up from the main road, the only way you will know that there is a house back here is from the house number that is hanging on the split rail fence up front.  Follow the winding driveway into the canopy of trees and you’ll find a lovely 5 bedroom home with almost 2400 SF of living space for just $210,000.  One of the best values of all the homes for sale in Liberty Hill, Texas

You can look in all directions:  Georgetown, Liberty Hill, Jarrell, etc. and be hard-pressed to find a home in move-in condition, with this much living space and acreage, priced under $250k.  The value for this property is unbeatable.  The current owners are pricing this home competitively because they want to downsize and move closer to Georgetown.

Here’s what all of this land and privacy means to you.  It means you can build a pool anywhere you want and not have to worry about the next-door neighbor checking you out in your bathing suit.  It means you don’t even NEED a bathing suit!  It also means that the lot won’t restrict where to place any future outbuildings like a garage or workshop or barn.  This is really a “blank canvas” just waiting to be developed and personalized by the next owner.  The best news of it all is that homes in this neighborhood have historically sold at TWICE THE PRICE and over $180/SF. At $96/SF, this home is priced at almost half of that, meaning there is tremendous upside to the home and you can renovate and add-on without having to worry about your future resale value.

The Floorplan

One more thing needs to be said about this home.  It’s not your typical modern-day floorplan with a large kitchen/living room combination also known as a great room.  This isn’t a “luxury” farm home that looks rustic from the front, but has a professional chefs-caliber kitchen and a “spa-like” bathroom.  This is about as authentic as it gets. It looks like a country home, and it IS a country home.  If that’s what you’re looking for and you’re tired of seeing the same home over and over again, I invite you to schedule a showing.  The floorplan is very flexible because there are 4 bedrooms upstairs with a full bath and a full bath downstairs with 2 additional bedrooms.  How you use those bedrooms will be determined by your lifestyle.  Check out the gallery of pictures below, you can click on each one to enlarge them: