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Southeast Valley Recreational Centers in Gilbert and Chandler

gordonbaker@remax.net — Wed, 23 May 2012 04:33:07 +0000

Gilbert and Chandler Recreation Centers

Now that school is out, finding activities for children and teenagers who now have more time on their hands can be a daunting challenge. It’s not like you can say “go outside and play or ride you bike”. If they do in typical summer time 110 degree weather, they may not make it back. Read on to find out about some of the recreational centers and public pools available in Gilbert and Chandler.

The $6.75 million Freestone Recreation Center provides 50,000 sq.ft. of family focused fun and recreation. Within the award winning architecture building is a rock climbing wall, 4 racquetball courts, large double gymnasium, sauna and steam rooms, a running track, dance & aerobics room, childcare center and weight room. Gilbert residents receive a discount and the facility is open 7 days a week.

The Freestone Recreation Center is part of the larger Freestone Park, the largest of the Town of Gilbert Parks. It offers multiple soccer fields, two lakes at the center of the park, 4 softball fields, batting cages, lighted sand volleyball courts, 4 basketball courts, 4 tennis courts, and a skate park. Play areas, an amphitheatre, BBQ grills and ramadas put the finishing touches on this family friendly park.

Satellite view of Freestone Park

McQueen Park Activity Center

The 27,000 sq.ft. McQueen Park Activity Center is host to a gymnasium , game room with Wii, X-box and play station systems, pool table, ping pong, foosball, air hockey, a lobby with a 51″ TV and rooms for leisure pursuit classes. There is pleny of area to hang out or go outside and walk around the 2 acre lake that is to the west of the center.

Satellite view of McQueen Park Activity Center

Gilbert has four public pools; the Greenfield Pool at Greenfield Jr. High, the Mesquite Aquatic Center at Mesquite Jr. High, the Perry Pool located at Perry High School, and the Williams Field Poollocated at Williams Field High School.

For a complete guide to all Gilbert facilities, go to Gilbert Parks and Recreational Facilities Guide.

Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC)

The largest Chandler recreational facility is located at 2250 S. McQueen at the southwest corner of McQueen and Germann Rd. The Tumbleweed Recreation Center offers a 60,000 sq.ft. fitness center with more than 40 pieces of cardiovascular equipment, including treadmills, bikes, cross-trainers, strength machines and free weights. There are also two raquetball courts, a gymnasium with 2 basketball courts. The TRC offers group exercise classes including Zumba, Step, Yoga, Pilates, Strength and more. Class descriptions

Tumbleweed Park Visual Tour

Satellite view of Tumbleweed Park

Chandler Public Pools

Chandler offers its residents the choice of 6 public pools. They are the Arrowhead Pool at the Arrowhead Meadows Park near Alma School and Chandler Blvd., the Desert Oasis Aquatic Center near Palo Verde Park, the Folley Pool, the Hamilton Aquatic Center located next to Hamilton High School, the Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center next to Basha High School, and the Nozomi Aquatic Center.

Here’s a link to all Chandler Park and Special Use Facilities.

These amenities are part of the reason why Gilbert and Chandler are desireable east valley communities. If you would like to receive updated listings of Gilbert and Chandler homes, click on Receive Gilbert or Chandler homes via e-mail.

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$430,000 :: 2070 W Peninsula Circle, Chandler AZ, 85248

3 beds, 2.50 baths
Home size: 2,261 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,572 sq ft
Added: 02/03/12, Last Updated: 05/22/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4711063
Community: Ocotillo
Tract: The Peninsula
The price of this listing was last reduced on 4/19/2012 by 4%

Wow! Rare opportunity for premium lot! Great golf/water views 365/7. Ocotillo is a rare jewel boasting 27 hole championship golf course with 23 miles of shoreline. Enjoy resort style living every day as you fish & boat from private dock or relax & swim in lovely pebble-tec pool & spa. Inside has distinctive California style architecture. Home built to California earthquake code. Downstairs master bedroom with lake view has plantation shutters and separate exit to pool and patio. Master bath updated with travertine tile, bidet, jetted tub. Upstairs loft could be easily converted to 4th bedroom. Secure living in gated community on golf course and lake. HOA includes recycled water for landscaping.

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$899,000 :: 4380 S Rosemary Place, Chandler AZ, 85248

5 beds, 4.50 baths
Home size: 4,307 sq ft
Lot Size: 16,455 sq ft
Added: 05/15/12, Last Updated: 05/22/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4759994
Tract: Windward

Absolutely Stunning Semi-Custom Home, BEST & Largest Lakefront lot in subdivision.Beautiful dark wood flooring, Knotty Alder Doors, All bedrooms have ensuite bathrms. Butler's pantry w/wine fridge leading to stunning gourmet kitchen, 42'' cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel Viking appliances w/dual ovens & gas range.Formal Dining& Formal Living Rm. Greatroom w/ wall-wall glass doors to views of resortlike backyard. Luxury master suite w/balcony for sunset views on lake. Master bath w/ jetted tub, walk in shower for 2 & dual vanities. Bonus Rm overlooks Award Winning Lakefront Backyard w/$250K in upgrades over-looking the only fountain on lake & adjacent park. Amazing negitive edge pool w/swim up bar to sunken Ramada & outdoor kitchen-4 Dramatic firebowls & firestrip feature.

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$419,900 :: 3731 S Barberry Place, Chandler AZ, 85248

3 beds, 3.00 baths
Home size: 2,494 sq ft
Lot Size: 8,316 sq ft
Added: 04/26/12, Last Updated: 05/21/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4750638
Community: Ocotillo
Tract: Monterey Bay At Ocotillo
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/21/2012 by 2%

Oh the views!! Hard to find waterfront home--and its not a short sale. Well designed, well maintained and move-in ready, this is a lovely home. Updated kitchen w/granite counters and stainless appliances. Front living room with a formal dining area. Nice family room overlooking the backyard and lake. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms, including the master suite. A large den w/built-in cabs separates the master suite from the other bedrooms. Master has a private exit onto the balcony with beautiful lake views. A perfect backyard for the water lovers. Enjoy the peaceful lake or lounge in your private pool. AZ at its best.

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$550,000 :: 4580 S Fresno Street, Chandler AZ, 85249

5 beds, 4.00 baths
Home size: 4,179 sq ft
Lot Size: 14,991 sq ft
Added: 04/14/12, Last Updated: 05/18/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4711211
Tract: Pinelake Estates

INCREDIBLE LAKE FRONT HOME WITH STUNNING VIEWS! AMAZING GOURMET KITCHEN W/RICH CHERRY CABS, ISLAND, GRANITE, PANTRY, GAS COOK TOP, DOUBLE WALL OVENS, MICRO, UNDER CAB LIGHTING & R/O. SWEET MASTER SUITE W/GRAND ENTRY, HUGE BR W/EXIT TO BALCONY/DECK & A BA BUILT FOR A PRINCESS W/HER'S & HIS CLOSETS, OVAL TUB & SHOWER. 2 BR'S UP W/JACK N JILL BATH, PLAY AREA & TOY CLOSET. GUEST BR UP W/PRIV BA TOO. STUNNING & SERENE BACK YARD OVER LOOKING LAKE W/PRIV BOAT DOCK, PEBBLE TEC POOL W/WATERFALL, BUILT-IN BBQ, SIT AROUND FIRE PIT, KIDS PLAY AREA, GATED DOG RUN, COVERED PATIO, BALCONY/DECK & GRASS. RV GATE W/FULL SLAB FOR TOYS. UPGRADES THOUGHOUT: LUSH CARPET, 20'' TILE, BLINDS, DESIGNER PAINT, SURROUND SOUND & MORE. THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL HOME!

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$320,000 :: 7381 S Tatum Lane, Gilbert AZ, 85298

0 beds, 0 baths
Home size: 0 sq ft
Lot Size: 43,560 sq ft
Added: 05/22/12, Last Updated: 05/22/12
Property Type: Land / Lot
MLS Number: 4762998
Tract: Santan Lakeside Estates

*Not a Short Sale or Bank Owned* Perfect location within the beautiful community of Santan Lakeside Estates. Build your dream home on your very own private ski lake lot.

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$2,600 :: 1334 W Sandpiper Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

4 beds, 3.50 baths
Home size: 3,589 sq ft
Lot Size: 10,000 sq ft
Added: 03/06/12, Last Updated: 05/21/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential Rental
MLS Number: 4725994
Tract: The Islands-Tres Vistas
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/9/2012 by 7%

Former Street of Dreams waterfront home is available for rental or lease-purchase. This fabulous home has a first floor master, huge 2 story living room, open great room with fireplace and large fully applianced kitchen, formal dining room, guest suite with private bath and balcony access door. 2 additional large bedrooms with a jack and jill bath, one with balcony access door. The soaring entry opens to a wall of windows. Fabulous water views and a private pool and spa await you in your manicured yard. Fabulous lease opportunity! Includes pool and yard maintenance. No smoking please!

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$325,000 :: 1410 W Clear Spring Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

4 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 2,715 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,802 sq ft
Added: 05/03/12, Last Updated: 05/21/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4732619
Community: The Islands
Tract: The Islands
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/21/2012 by 4%

BREATHTAKINGLY GORGEOUS HOME NESTLED IN SOUGHT AFTER GATED LAKE COMMUNITY - CORAL POINT IN THE ISLANDS. YOU WILL BE AMAZED WITH THE UPGRADES IN THIS HOME- TWO-TONE PAINT, 18'' TRAVERTINE-LIKE FLOORING, NEW UPGRADED CARPETING, COMPLETELY REMODELED KITCHEN WITH GRANITE, CUSTOM CUPBOARDS, NEWER BLACK APPLIANCES, TRAVERTINE STONE TILED FIREPLACES IN FAMILY AND LIVING ROOMS. A TROPICAL PARADISE WITH LAKE, WATERFALLS, AND PALM TREES VIEWED FROM BACKYARD. 4TH BEDROOM HAS FRENCHDOORS ANDCAN BE USED AS A DEN. MASTER BEDROOM HAS TWO WALK IN CLOSETS, JET TUB, AND LARGE WALK-IN SHOWER. UNIQUE PROPERTY CLOSE TO SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS, ENTERTAINMENT, & EASY ACCESS TO HIGHWAYS. THIS HOME NEEDS NOTHING & IS IN MOVE-IN READY CONDITION.

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$674,000 :: 1412 E Coral Cove Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85234

5 beds, 3.00 baths
Home size: 3,733 sq ft
Lot Size: 12,802 sq ft
Added: 05/21/12, Last Updated: 05/21/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4762542
Community: West Lake Estates
Tract: West Lake Estates

Waterfront Home in West Lake Estates!! Remodeled, Custom Home on the Water in the very prestigious West Lake Estates. Tuscan charm with 24' Travertine throughout. Master on main level with 2 bedrooms down & 2 bedrooms up with large game room! Granite kitchen counters with Stainless Steel Appliances and built-in Fridge. Wet Bar. Travertine bathroom counters and surrounds. Wood Shutters. Venetian Plaster and Upgraded Lighting. Circular driveway with unique 3 car garage. Large boat dock/patio area. Gorgeous clubhouse w/beach and Jr. Olympic pools. Tennis and work-out facilities. Thank you for showing! **OWNER/AGENT**

Listed with West USA Realty

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Luxury Waterfront Property in Phoenix, Chandler, Scottsdale, Gilbert, and Tempe,

gordonbaker@remax.net — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 05:33:43 +0000

Phoenix Luxury Homes in Lake Communities

Phoenix is home to many custom luxury homes. When luxury homes are on a waterfront lot, it adds another dimension to its desireability and uniqueness. In many cities, the most appealing and expensive homes are those found in lake communities. For some buyers, waterfront homes represent the perfect paradox, a waterfront home in the desert.

To see a quick link to waterfront homes in the Phoenix, over $400K, Phoenix waterfront homes.

Scottsdale Waterfront Luxury

Scottsdale is a city synonomous with luxury and high-end homes. One of the premier Scottsdale Lake communities is Scottsdale Ranch. Scottsdale Ranch is home to over 250 waterfront luxury properties that surround Lake Serena. Scottsdale Ranch, a 1,100 acre residential development, includes custom luxury homes, townhouses, condominiums, single family and patio homes.

Scottsdale Ranch Luxury Waterfront Homes

Gainey Ranch, a mixed use community, provides a combination of waterfront and golf course views. The Gainey Ranch master planned community also includes commerical office buildings, the Hyatt Hotel and an award winning 27 hole private golf course

Gainey Ranch Property for Sale

Another popular and well known master planned community is McCormick Ranch.

McCormick Ranch also offers buyers the opportunity to enjoy waterfront townhouses. McCormick Ranch includes two championship 18-hole golf courses, tennis courts, 130 acres of man-made lakes and over 25 miles of bicycle and walking paths.

Chandler Lakefront Luxury Homes

Chandler takes top honors in being the city with the most lake communities. Hidden from the traffic on Alma School Road is one of the most exclusive neighborhoods is Oakwood Hills. There are 32 custom home acre lots in this gated lake community. Homes for sale in Oakwood Hills.

Chandler Luxury Waterfront Homes for Sale

A well known part of Chandler with many lake communities is in the Ocotillo area. This community creates a perfect blend of man make lakes and lush golf course fairways and greens.

Ocotillo Luxury Waterfront Homes

Ocotillo Luxury Homes

Located very near the Intel semi-conductor plants, homes in Ocotillo are in high demand.

Another high demand waterfront lake community in Chandler is Pinelake Estates which features homes built by Trend, Shea, Schuler and D.R. Horton. There are approximately 90 lakefront homes and represent some of the newer waterfront homes in Chandler, built in 2002 – 2005. Pinelake Park in within the neighborhood boundaries and is adjacent to the Chandler Paseo running/jogging trail. Like many of the Chandler luxury home communities , Tumbleweed Park is just a couple miles away.

Waterfront Homes for Sale in Pinelake Estates

Fulton Ranch, a newer master planned lake community, features both single family homes and townhouses. Boating on the lake is not permitted and most lakefront homes area separated from the lake by a view fence. Fulton Ranch Homes for Sale

Chandler Luxury Waterfront Homes for Sale If you would like to receive updated listings of luxury homes in Chandler, click on Receive Chandler Luxury Homes via e-mail.

Gilbert Luxury Waterfront Homes

Luxury Waterfront homes in Gilbert are most likely to be found in Val Vista Lakes, The Islands, Crystal Point, Santan Lakeside Estates, or Playa del Rey Estates.

Gilbert Luxury Waterfront Homes for Sale

Three of the six valley waterski communities are located in Gilbert. Crystal Point and Santan Lakeside Estates offer slalom ski courses, while Playa del Rey has a shorter 1,200 ft. long ski lake.

Gilbert Water Ski Lake Homes

If you are looking to build a custom waterfront ski lake home, Santan Lakeside Estates may have Lots for Sale

Val Vista Lakes and The Islands are two other subdivisions that while they don’t allow motorized boats, their lakefront homeowners can enjoy pontoon boats and kayaks. Val Vista Lakes also features a clubhouse/community center that is a favorite gathering place and offers raquetball and tennis courts, two community pools, and various classes and clubs. Custom luxury homes can be found in gated parts of Val Vista Lakes such as Westlake, Lakeside and La Regatta.

Val Vista Lakes Luxury Waterfront Homes

The Islands consists of three separate man made lakes that are boat friendly with over 400 single family home lakeside lots. For those who enjoy the waterways, any three of the lakes provide over 1/2 mile of boating. Many homes are located on lots where the opposite shore is over 200 feet. The location of The Islands is equidistant between the US60, the 202, and the 101 freeways so getting around to any part of Phoenix is not a problem. The Islands cover 2.5 square miles, so you’re bound to find a house that is just right.

The Islands Luxury Waterfront Homes

Gilbert Waterfront Property

If you would like to receive updated listings of luxury home, click on Receive Luxury Homes via e-mail.

Tempe Luxury Lakefront Homes

Tempe has the most varied selection of waterfront homes in the valley. The Lakes in Tempe is one of the oldest lake communities, while the urban condos on the shores of Tempe Town Lake are the most contemporary waterfront residences at Bridgeview and Edgewater.

Tempe Town Lake Waterfront Condos

Tempe Waterfront Single Family and Townhouses over $300K

Glendale Luxury Homes

Arrowhead Ranch in Glendale, just north of the 101, is a unique blend of waterfront homes with a close proximity to hills to the north.

Arrowhead Ranch Waterfront Homes

Satellite View of Arrowhead Ranch

Heading west then south on the 101 loop from Arrowhead Ranch, you’ll be pleased by the easy and quick access to Arrowhead Towne Center that is also know as Arrowhead Mall which offers over 170 stores and restaurants, less than 5 miles away. Also 5 miles to the south is Banner Thunderbird Hospital. Or John C. Lincoln Hospital Deer Valley is only 4 miles to the east. Golf enthusiats will enjoy Legend Gold Resort .

To see a consolidated list of waterfront homes in the Phoenix area with a list price over $400K, click on Phoenix Waterfront Homes.

Ahwatukee Waterfront Homes

Lakewood is the largest lake community in the Ahwatukee area. One of the advantages is the proximity to the I-10 and the loop 202 to the south.

Lakewood Waterfront Homes for Sale

Lakewood Homes for Sale

The Phoenix valley offers a range of luxury waterfront properties. The information above is not a totally inclusive list of all lakefront homes. Click on Receive Luxury Waterfront Homes via e-mail. Make sure to describe the waterfront home you’re looking for in detail.

$470,400 :: 10390 E Lakeview Drive, Unit 101, Scottsdale AZ, 85258

3 beds, 3.50 baths
Home size: 3,248 sq ft
Lot Size: 3,188 sq ft
Added: 05/22/12, Last Updated: 05/22/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential
MLS Number: 4725608
Tract: Charter Point

BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED SCOTTSDALE, AZ WATERFRONT HOME ON LAKE SERENA! THIS CHARMING VILLA COMES WITH PRIVATE BOAT DOCK AND ENORMOUS VERANDA WHERE YOU WILL ENJOY LAKE, MOUNTAIN AND SUNRISE VIEWSSOOTHING WATERFALL NEARBY COMPLETES THE RESORT-LIKE EXPERIENCESPACIOUS AND THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED SPLIT FLOOR-PLANINVITING MASTER SUITE INCLUDES SITTING AREA WITH FIREPLACE AND LAKE VIEWS, SPACIOUS BATH WITH JET TUB, SEPARATE SHOWER AND WALK-IN CLOSET WITH BUILT-INSLIVING/DINING AREA HAS A COZY FIREPLACE AND WIDE OPEN VIEW TO LAKEKITCHEN HAS LOTS OF NATURAL LIGHT, ISLAND, BREAKFAST NOOK AND BUILT-IN SUB ZERO FRIDGECHARTER POINT IS AN INTIMATE COMMUNITY WITH HEATED POOL/SPA AND ENVIABLE LAKESIDE SETTING. BANK OF AMERICA OR MERRILL LYNCH PRE-APPROVAL REQUIRED WITH ALL FINANCED OFFERS.

Listed with Luxe Real Estate Group

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$425,000 :: 5294 W Quail Avenue, Glendale AZ, 85308

3 beds, 2.50 baths
Home size: 3,821 sq ft
Lot Size: 10,359 sq ft
Added: 03/08/12, Last Updated: 05/22/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4727001
Tract: Arrowhead Lakes
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/11/2012 by 11%

Wow! Doesnt get any better than this: premium corner lot, waterfront lot, lake and mountain views, a pool, and over 3000 square feet of living space! This fantastic home is move-in ready for your buyers. Home features newer carpet a formal dining room and a huge entertainment room with speakers. Two fireplaces, including one in the master retreat. Balcony views off the master. Spacious loft and an elevator to boast! The kitchen has custom cabinets and a breakfast bar. The office/den could easily be made into a 4th bedroom. Step outside to the beautiful easy care landscape and refreshing pool. Your very own boat dock awaits. A great community to call home!

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$430,000 :: 2070 W Peninsula Circle, Chandler AZ, 85248

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$899,000 :: 4380 S Rosemary Place, Chandler AZ, 85248

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$419,900 :: 3731 S Barberry Place, Chandler AZ, 85248

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$674,000 :: 1412 E Coral Cove Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85234

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Coral Reef Townhouses at The Islands in Gilbert

gordonbaker@remax.net — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 03:47:41 +0000

Lake Community Waterfront Townhouses at The Islands in Gilbert

The Islands is a Gilbert master planned lake community with a variety of types of homes, builders, and sizes. It is also one of the Phoenix lake communities that allows boating. The majority of Gilbert waterfront homes are single family dwellings. However, The Islands is home to Townhomes at Coral Reef, a waterfront townhouse community. This 52 unit community provides residents floor plans ranging from 1,234 sq.ft., single story up to 3,185 sq.ft. with a two story floor plan. There are 16 single story and 36 two story townhouses, and over 85% are waterfront lots.

Townhomes at Coral Reef

This waterfront townhouse community has its own community pool. The townhouses were built between 1986 – 2000. In 2006 many of these townhouses sold for over $350,000. Like many parts of the valley, prices seem to have bottomed out in 2011.

Coral Reef Townhomes in The Islands

Satellite View of Townhomes at Coral Reef

Close to Gilbert Amenities

Less than 1 mile north of The Islands is The McQueen Park and Activity Center. On the east side of the activity center, there are 2 basketball courts, 2 sand volleyball courts and 2 tennis courts with a picnic/barbeque area close by. To the south of the basketball and tennis courts are four softball diamonds.

To the east in the Historic District of Gilbet, you’ll find the Hale Centre Theatre and favorite restaurants such as Joe’s Real Barbeque, The Farmhouse, Next to the McQueen Activity Center is one of the many jogging trails that run throughout the east valley. If you enjoy jogging or riding your bike, the trails will provide miles of enjoyment without having to worry about sharing the road with cars. If you head so to the 202 freeway, a couple of minutes drive to the east will put you in the middle of the San Tan Village Outdoor Mall.

If you would like to receive updated listings of homes in The Islands, click on Receive The Islands Homes via e-mail.

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$179,900 :: 1314 W Coral Reef Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,360 sq ft
Lot Size: 1,673 sq ft
Added: 05/17/12, Last Updated: 05/21/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential
MLS Number: 4760872
Community: Coral Reef
Tract: Townhomes On Coral Reef

This waterfront 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhome offers approximately 1,360 square feet and a 2 car garage. The open great room features striking vaulted ceilings, plush new neutral carpeting, a charming tiled wood burning fireplace and an arcadia door exit to the backyard. The nearby kitchen showcases new stainless appliances, oversized neutral tile flooring, eye-catching cabinetry and lovely tiled countertops. This home also provides 2 master bedrooms, one downstairs and one upstairs, each with large closets. The upstairs master bedroom even has a private balcony overlooking the community lake. The loft offers access to a private covered patio too. The airy flagstone patio is mere steps from the lake and features a built in barbeque, making this a great home for entertaining!

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$77,000 :: 1346 W Coral Reef Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

3 beds, 2.50 baths
Home size: 2,459 sq ft
Lot Size: 2,226 sq ft
Added: 03/21/12, Last Updated: 04/12/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential
MLS Number: 4732569
Tract: Townhomes On Coral Reef Lot 1-53 Tract A-G

*** NO MORE OFFERS AT THIS TIME***THIS UNIT NEEDS A TOTAL REMODEL DUE TO WATER DAMAGE.

Listed with Realty ONE Group

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$219,900 :: 1402 W Coral Reef Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

3 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 2,380 sq ft
Lot Size: 1,673 sq ft
Added: 02/06/12, Last Updated: 04/12/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential
MLS Number: 4094253
Community: Townhomes On Coral Reef
Tract: Townhomes On Coral Reef

BRAND NEW HOME TO BE BUILT IN HIGHLY DESIRED AREA.'BUILD TO SUIT' AND PERSONALIZE WITH YOUR OWN COLOR CHOICES,OPTIONS AND UPGRADES. BRIGHT AND OPEN FLOORPLAN. KITCHEN W/BREAKFAST BAR AND PANTRY,SPACIOUS FAMILY RM,RETREAT TO AN AMAZING MASTER BEDRM WITH MASTER BATH THAT HAS DBL SINKS, LUXURIOUS OVERSIZED SHOWER AND A WALK-IN CLOSET. GREAT SCHOOLS, CLOSE TO SHOPS/FREEWAYS. BUILDER HAS SEVERAL HOMES IN MESA AREA THAT YOU CAN TOUR AND SEE THE QUALITY WORKMANSHIP THAT GOES INTO EACH AND EVERY HOME BUILT. EST COMPLETION IS 120 DAYS FROM START TO FINISH. SUBJECT TO BANK(S) APPROVAL. OWNER/AGENT

Listed with Keller Williams Integrity First Realty

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Upcoming Wave of Phoenix Foreclosures?

gordonbaker@remax.net — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 02:39:47 +0000

Headlines quick to report foreclosure activity rises in 21 states

News of this activity seemed to cast doubt on a housing recovery, and gives hope to buyers who have been watching the market for great deals that have seemed to evaporate in the last 12 months. One article even said it was the 2012 tidal wave of foreclosures. The trap that many fall into is not understanding the underlying cause as why this is happening in these specific states. Some states have been impacted harder than others; Florida, California, Arizona, Georgia, and Nevada, to name a few. However, the increase in foreclosure activity in this case can be better traced to the foreclosure process employed by a state. The above graph shows the pending foreclosures for Maricopa county. No tsunami or tidal wave on the horizon for Arizona. Read on to find out why.

Judicial or Non-Judicial Foreclosure- What is Arizona?

26 states employ a judicial foreclosure which is processed through the courts where the lender files a complaint and records a notice of Lis Pendens. This is more prevalent in the east and mid-west in states such as Florida, Illinois, Wisconsin, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. The homeowner may appear before the judge and dispute any material facts.

The remaining states use a non-judicial foreclosure process. Arizona is such a state. This gives the lenders the ability to sell the property without court involvement. The process is much simpler and quicker. After missed payments the lender will issue a Notice of Trustee Sale, typically 90 days after the first missed payment. The Notice of Trustee Sale will set a sale date usually 90 days from the notice date.

What was really said about the “tidal wave of foreclosures”?

Brandon Moore of Realty Trac also said, “The foreclosure and mortgage settlement filed in court earlier this week will help pave the way to a properly functioning foreclosure process by providing a clear roadmap for necessary foreclosures,” Moore continued. “That should result in more states posting annual increases in the coming months. Not surprisingly, many of the biggest annual increases in February were in states with the more bureaucratic judicial
foreclosure process, which resulted in a larger backlog of foreclosures built up over the last 18 months in those states.”

Activity in the 26 states with a judicial foreclosure process rose 24% in February, compared with February 2011, while activity in 24 states with a non-judicial process decreased 23%. Bottom line: The non-judicial states are processing the foreclosures quicker compared to their judicial counterparts. As the housing market bottoms out in many states, the blanket one size fits all comments about real estate can be very misleading. Just ask any buyer trying to purchase a house in the east valley who has submitted an offer only to find out that it went for above list price and there were 5 competing buyers.

Lender-owned foreclosures in Gilbert and Chandler

The graph to the left shows the active listings for Chandler foreclosures. It is clearly evident that the number of foreclosures is in significant decline as fewer homeowners are receiving a notice of trustee sale. Even if it levels out, I don’t see evidence of a tidal wave of foreclosures.

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Bank-owned Waterfront Foreclosures

$469,900 :: 7181 E Camelback Road, Unit 302-1, Scottsdale AZ, 85251

2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,459 sq ft
Lot Size: 1,568 sq ft
Added: 05/23/12, Last Updated: 05/23/12
Property Type: Apartment Style/Flat, Residential
MLS Number: 4763575
Tract: Scottsdale Waterfront Residences

Come enjoy the urban lifestyle! Easy walking to dining, shopping, arts and nightlife. This unit boasts a designer kitchen with Viking appliances. Travertine stone in wet areas. Neutral tones throughout. Relax by the gas Fireplace in the living room or on your balcony. Two assigned parking spaces and storage unit included. Amenities include Rooftop Pool and spa, Concierge, Valet, Fitness Center and 24 hour Security.

Listed with Red Brick Realty, LLC

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$470,400 :: 10390 E Lakeview Drive, Unit 101, Scottsdale AZ, 85258

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$97,000 :: 855 N Dobson Road, Unit 2090, Chandler AZ, 85224

2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 970 sq ft
Lot Size: 848 sq ft
Added: 05/21/12, Last Updated: 05/22/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential, Condominium
MLS Number: 4722295
Tract: Lakeside Village

Lake front living at it's finest. Shopping, restaurants all within walking distance. Vaulted ceilings, granite counter tops, fireplace, large master with sliding door to balcony. other bedroom has walk in closet. inside laundry. Community has clubhouse/rec room, heated pool and spa plus this unit over looks the lake for a spectacular view.

Listed with Central Real Estate Co

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$169,900 :: 705 W Queen Creek Road, Unit 2132, Chandler AZ, 85248

2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,509 sq ft
Lot Size: 2,134 sq ft
Added: 04/25/12, Last Updated: 05/15/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential
MLS Number: 4750034
Tract: Bridges At Ocotillo
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/15/2012 by 3%

2BR, 2BA, attached 2CG. Neutral colors throughout. Gated community amenities which include pool & spa, clubhouse and fitness center. Convenient location in Chandler near new shopping center. Minutes to all conveniences, Restaurants 101 & 202 Fwy access for easy commute.

Listed with The Donnelly Group Real Estate Services

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$350,000 :: 7272 E Gainey Ranch Road, Unit 122, Scottsdale AZ, 85258

2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,543 sq ft
Lot Size: 193 sq ft
Added: 02/15/12, Last Updated: 05/14/12
Property Type: Townhouse, Residential, Condominium
MLS Number: 4716536
Tract: Gainey Ranch
The price of this listing was last reduced on 4/20/2012 by 7%

Lovely 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse in the prestigeous Gainey Ranch Subdivision. Guarded gate for lots of privacy. You will enjoy the siren lagoons that surround this area. Single level unit with a spacious open floor plan. Enjoy Gainey Ranch amenities-resort style pools, tennis courts, clubhouse,exercise facility. Guard at Gate.

Listed with Realty ONE Group

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Where’s the Phoenix real estate market going in 2012?

gordonbaker@remax.net — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 03:52:50 +0000

Is the real estate market changing?

For 6 years the Phoenix market has been a declining market with some property values declining by more than 50 – 60% from their peak. At last, many of the fundamentals strongly indicate that home prices bottomed out in 2011, and 2012 will reward homeowners with long awaited appreciation, a word that hasn’t been spoken since 2005. The graph to the right shows sales price/square foot for homes sold in Gilbert. Instead of the typical year end slump, 2011 finished with a positive upward trend that has continued in 2012. In fact, the average price per square foot for Gilbert homes for 2012 is higher than in 2011. The following fundamentals show that 2012 will be a transition year with significant changes compared to previous years.

What’s changed? Answer: Available Properties for Sale

Its surprising that it took this long in light of the fact the available properties for sale have been reduced by more than half in the last year. While the graph to the left is for Gilbert, this same trend exists for most all of the Phoenix area cities. Total available properties for sale in Gilbert went from 2,200 to 800 in a 12 month span. A reduction of almost 64%! Foreclosures represented by the red area were reduced by over 75%. The blue shaded area represents short sales while the greener bottom area are traditional sales. Chandler foreclosures have reduced by 76%, Scottsdale -65%, Mesa - 78%, and Goodyear foreclosure have seen a 80% reduction in a year’s time.

What happened to all the foreclosures?

The source of lender-owned foreclosures is the trustee auction where a portion of the properties revert bank to the lender. Prior to the trustee auction properties receive a notice of trustee sale typically 90 days before the sale. Within the 90 day period the properties are sold as short sales, receive a loan modification, the owners become current on the delinquency, are sold to third parties, or they go back to the lender. The number of pending foreclosures that have received a notice of trustee sale is a good indicator of the level of distressed properties. We can see from the graph for Maricopa county to the right that the number of distressed properties indicated by a pending foreclosure notice has decreased significantly. They will soon be at the lowest point in the last 4 years. Simply put, fewer distressed properties lead to fewer short sales and foreclosures.

Balancing Supply and Demand

The true pictures becomes apparent by comparing supply and demand. The graph to the left shows the months supply for Chandler which behaves very similar to Gilbert and the trend shown here is very typical of nearly all valley cities. Demand is currently out of balance compared to the existing supply of inventory. With prices at levels almost a decade ago coupled with low interest rates and reduced inventory, the low months supply is a natural result further demonstrating that the long awaited term “appreciation” will become more frequent in real estate discussions. Currently, the months supply for Phoenix area real estate is the lowest in 6 years!

One thing is certain. 2012 will be a year unlike prior years, and be the transition from a period of declining values to the beginning of appreciating home prices.

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Crystal Point Waterfront Ski Lake Custom Home For Sale

gordonbaker@remax.net — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:24:57 +0000

For Sale: Crystal Point Custom Ski Lake Home in Gilbert

When it comes to luxury homes in a gated water ski community, this home is a step above the rest. It is located in Crystal Point in Gilbert, just 20 minutes away from the airport in a ski lake community where 20 owners live lakeside and water ski from sun up till sun down. This 5,435 square foot luxury custom home provides 165′ of lake frontage on one of the best ski lakes in Arizona. Continue to see more pictures.

Upgrades galore in this water ski lake custom home

You enter this luxury home by passing through a 10′ beveled glass front door and are greeted with 24′ ceilings and an elaborate chandelier and versailles pattern travertine flooring.

The family room is strategically located providing a spectacular view of the back yard and ski lake. A main focal point is the 2 way custom cantera stone fireplace. The motorized woven roman shades can dampen the western setting sun.

The kitchen also shares lake views through expansive seamless walls of glass. Standard in this gourmet kitchen are granite countertops, 2 bosch dishwashers, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Dacor wall oven and convection microwave. This is in addition to the breakfast bar and pantry, kitchen island with a 5 burner ceramic cook top and vegetable sink, and drinking water filter system.

The master bedroom features lake views from the second story with access to a balcony/deck. The custom his and her walk-in closets are second to none. The master bathroom is equally impressive with a separate snail shower with dual shower heads, and a jetted tub, double sinks and granite countertops.

On the 13 acre private ski lake is your own covered dock and boathouse complete with ceiling fans, cable and satellite, high speed internest and a hydraulic boat lift. The ski lake is 2,250 feet long with a tournament slalom & jump course.

Satellite View of Crystal Point

For additional information on this Crystal Point Luxury Ski Lake property, please e-mail me at gordonbaker@remax.net, or call me directly at 480-326-8571. Serious buyers only.

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Waterfront Holiday Christmas Decorations in Phoenix Lake Communities

gordonbaker@remax.net — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:48:14 +0000

Christmas lights light up lake communities

Christmas time in lake communities takes on an added dimension. In addtion to the he annual ritual of displaying holiday lights in the front yard, waterfront lots can decorate the backyards which can be seen from quite a distance. Some lake communities even schedule a boat parade to show off decorated boats. Some communities such as Val Vista Lakes and The Islands in Gilbert make the boat parade an annual event.

Holiday Christmas Decorations on waterfont homes

What could be more unique than to cruise through a man-made lake in Phoenix on a pontoon boat that is lit up like a Christmas tree? Obviously, this form of entertainment can only take place on Phoenix area lake communities that allow boats. And you need to have a good size battery on board for all those lights.

Val Vista Lakes Waterfront Homes for Sale

The Islands Waterfront Homes

Scottsdale Waterfront Homes

Ocotillo Waterfront Homes

Avondale Waterfront Homes

Arrowhead Lakes Waterfront Homes

The bigger lakes that will be conducive to this Christmas holiday tradition can be found in Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Mesa, Glendale, Avondale, Sun City, Scottsdale,and Peoria.

If you’re looking for property in Mesa or other waterfront communities in Phoenix and want to receive available properties as they come on the market, click on receive waterfront listings. Or do your own Advanced Waterfront Search.

The Islands in Gilbert

Arrowhead Ranch in Glendale

Phoenix Lake Communities where you can boat

Waterfront Homes for Sale

$909,000 :: 1316 E Treasure Cove Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85234

3 beds, 3.55 baths
Home size: 5,674 sq ft
Lot Size: 14,436 sq ft
Added: 11/14/11, Last Updated: 05/21/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4676274
Community: Val Vista Lakes
Tract: Val Vista Lakes - West Lake Estates
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/19/2012 by 0%

Coveted lakefront custom built luxury home in West Lake Estates in Val Vista Lakes. This superb home was built by Gary Gietz Master Builders. You will envy the exquisite finishes and fine craftsmanship in every detail of this home including the beautiful woodwork, crown moldings, large baseboards, trim and built in cabinets, shelves, entertainment center and coffered ceiling in the library/office. There is also a separate adjoining hobby room/2nd office/potential 4th bedroom. Enjoy the 3 fireplaces with marble surrounds. Home has 3 full and 2 half baths. Home is in a gated community and owners have access to the fabulous Val Vista Lake Center with tennis courts, indoor racquetball courts, workout facilities, swimming pool and spa, meeting rooms, waterfalls and a tropical pool with beach.

Listed with Clients First Realty, LLC

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$485,000 :: 1734 E Queen Palm Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85234

4 beds, 3.00 baths
Home size: 2,700 sq ft
Lot Size: 12,250 sq ft
Added: 05/09/12, Last Updated: 05/18/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4756631
Tract: Val Vista Lakes
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/18/2012 by 2%

Waterfront...Waterfront...Waterfront.Regular sale....answers in hours. Gorgeous recently updated and remodeled waterfront home. You walk right through the front door to an incredible view of the Lake in your backyard. This home has travertine floors, granite counter tops, huge deck off the master bedroom with circular stairs down to the waterfront. The home has oversized sliders and windows to enhance the view of this incredible lakefront property. New boat dock. Don't forget the amenities of VVL with the multimillion dollar clubhouse, tennis courts, racquetball, workout rooms, heated pool, sandy beach and banquet facility. Your lakefront property can give you boating access to the clubhouse.

Listed with Rock Point Realty

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$499,000 :: 1826 E Cascade Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85234

4 beds, 3.00 baths
Home size: 2,870 sq ft
Lot Size: 10,402 sq ft
Added: 04/01/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4738210
Community: Crystal Shores
Tract: Val Vista Lakes
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/16/2012 by 1%

NO, YOU ARE NOT ON HGTV HOUSE HUNTING! BUT YOU WILL FEEL LIKE IT WHEN YOU WALK INTO THIS AMAZING HOME. THE UPGRADES AND CUSTOM FEATURES WILL PLEASANTLY SUPRISE YOU. PLEASE NOTICE THE VIKING GAS STOVE AND CUSTOM BUILT INS, AND UPDATED KITCHEN. NOT TO MENTION THE AMAZING BOAT (YES, IT CONVEYS WITH SALE) AND A DOCK THAT MAKE THE BACK YARD COMPLETE. YOU WILL WANT TO FIRE UP THE BUILT IN GAS GRILL OUT BACK. DID I MENTION ALL THE REGULAR THINGS ALSO: TILE ROOF, CEILING FANS, NEW CARPET, WATER SOFTENER, GARDEN TUB/SEPARATE SHOWER, 3 CAR GARAGE WITH BUILT IN CABINETS, SIDE DOOR ENTRY INTO GARAGE, PLAY AREA FOR THE KIDS AND SO MUCH MORE. 4TH BEDROOM CURRENTLY USED AS AN OFFICE, EASY TO CONVERT TO 4TH BEDROOM BY ADDING A CLOSET. AND THE CLUBHOUSE IS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE FOR THE KID

Listed with Saguaro Mountain Realty Inc.

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$325,000 :: 1410 W Clear Spring Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

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$475,000 :: 548 S Bay Shore Boulevard, Gilbert AZ, 85233

5 beds, 3.50 baths
Home size: 3,834 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,989 sq ft
Added: 02/02/12, Last Updated: 05/17/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4710899
Community: The Islands
Tract: The Islands Harbor Point
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/17/2012 by 1%

MOTIVATED SELLERS, BRING OFFER! CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME W/UPGRADES GALORE! MANY ROOMS HAVE DIRECT LAKE VIEWS. FORMAL LIVING/DINING ROOMS ARE SPACIOUS. KITCHEN HAS SS SUB-ZERO REFRIGERATOR, DBL OVENS, WARMING DRAWER, TRASH COMPACTOR & VIKING 5 BURNER COOKTOP. GRANITE COUNTERS, WALK-IN PANTRY, LOTS OF CUSTOM CABINETRY & LAKE VIEW MAKE THIS THE PERFECT KITCHEN. CUSTOM WINE CELLAR OFF FAMILY RM W/WROUGHT IRON DOORS-CABINET DOES NOT CONVEY. 2 BED/BATH ON MAIN FLOOR + ROOM W/MURPHY BED. MASTER HAS WALK-OUT PATIO, FP & CUSTOM BATH W/JETTED TUB. PLANTATION SHUTTERS, VAULTED CEILINGS, & CUSTOM TOUCHES THRU OUT. EASY CARE BACK YARD W/BUILT-IN KITCHEN, FIREPLACE, SPA OUTLET & BOAT DOCK-ALL PERFECT FOR OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING. 3 CAR GARAGE W/STORAGE. THIS LUXURY HOME W/86' OF FRONTAGE ON LAKE WILL NOT DI

Listed with West USA Realty

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$1,395,000 :: 220 N Shore Lane, Gilbert AZ, 85233

5 beds, 3.50 baths
Home size: 5,435 sq ft
Lot Size: 19,619 sq ft
Added: 03/02/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4724372
Community: Crystal Point Estates
Tract: Crystal Point Estates

165' Lake Frontage on Southwests premier Tournament Water Ski Lake w/Slalom & Jump course. 8' deep & only 1 boat at a time. Exclusive 20 lot Gated community. Private custom dock & boathouse with misters-ceiling fans-cable & hydrolic lift. Custom built home-no detail missed. Gorgeous lake views through walls of glass from Family Rm & Kitchen/Eating area. 2 way custom Cantera Stone Fireplace. Media Rm w/wet bar. Biggest Master Closets I've ever seen. Upstairs Laundry w/granite & sink. Master has lake views & Huge Deck to enjoy rare beauty of living on the water. Backyard on the lake features pool & covered patio w/misters & built-in-BBQ. Garage has A/C & is Spotless. This mansion truly has it all & has been maintained to perfection. PLEASE see documents for EXTENSIVE list of upgrades/extras.

Listed with RE/MAX at the Village

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Waterfront homes at The Islands Lake Community in Gilbert, Az.

gordonbaker@remax.net — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 22:07:40 +0000

Waterfront Communities in The Islands

The Islands Lake Community in Gilbert, Az.

Many differrent builders are represented in The Islands. You’ll find homes built by Continental, UDC, Hunter, Superstition Homes, US Homes, Blandford in addition to the custom homes throughout the community.

The Island Lakefront Homes

Satellite View of The Islands

Gilbert Waterfront Homes

Chandler Waterfront Homes

Waterfront property in The Islands can be found in subdivisions such as Catalina Bay, Key Harbor, Windhaven, Harbor Point, Coral Point, The Shores, Lake Mirage, Desert Shores, Sandcastle Village, and Tres Vistas. Home sizes range from around 1,300 to over 4,000 sq.ft. on over-sized 1/4 lots.

For those with school age children, it is important to know that homes in The Islands south of Warner Rd. are in the Chandler School District, while those north of Warner Rd. are in the Gilbert School District boundaries.

Close to Gilbert Amenities

If you would like to receive updated listings of homes in The Islands, click on Receive The Islands Homes via e-mail. To search for waterfront homes, go to Advanced Waterfront Search.

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Lakefront Homes for Sale in The Islands

$325,000 :: 1410 W Clear Spring Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

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$475,000 :: 548 S Bay Shore Boulevard, Gilbert AZ, 85233

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$1,395,000 :: 220 N Shore Lane, Gilbert AZ, 85233

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$186,700 :: 1409 W Meadow Green Lane, Gilbert AZ, 85233

3 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,602 sq ft
Lot Size: 4,143 sq ft
Added: 12/20/11, Last Updated: 05/14/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4691600
Tract: Coral Point
The price of this listing was last reduced on 4/13/2012 by 7%

HOUSE BACK TO BEAUTY WATERFALL LAGOON. FAMOUS ISLAND MASTERPLAN SUBDIVISION. GREAT GILBERT SCHOOL DISTRICT AND WALK TO SCHOOL.

Listed with HomeSmart

Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!

$485,000 :: 1146 W Sea Fog Drive, Gilbert AZ, 85233

5 beds, 3.00 baths
Home size: 3,251 sq ft
Lot Size: 8,072 sq ft
Added: 03/15/12, Last Updated: 04/12/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4730597
Community: The Islands
Tract: Catalina Bay At The Islands

Million Dollar View...don't miss the photo galery! Highly desired floorplan of this upgraded home on Lake 1. The Lake of the Disneyland-like Dec. Holiday Lights and BoatParade! 5 bedrooms/3 full baths. 2 bedrooms down +1bath, 3bed, 2 bath upstairs.Plant.Shutters t/o. Neutral colors. Very spacious floorplan with lots of storage. 2 fireplaces, surround sound,Great outdoor entertaining with multi area patios. Stone walkway that leads to dock at the lake. Pontoon boat sold as-is may stay with home, with acceptable offer. More upgrades and amenities than our space allows for desription. Must see! Living here is conveniently close to freeway access, great schools, shopping, restaurants & entertainment. Come see us & experience Life in the Islands--a place to call home and for a Stay-cation

Listed with Re/Max Infinity

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Downtown Historic Gilbert: The Heritage District

gordonbaker@remax.net — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:57:03 +0000

Historic Downtown Gilbert

The Heritage District encompasses 0.3 square miles (192 acres) of downtown Gilbert. The vision for the downtown Heritage District is a family-friendly, pedestrian-oriented mixed-use development. This is supported by the Redevelopment Plan and the Heritage District Design Guidelines. Here’s a look at what has happened in downtown Gilbert.

The Heritage District in Pictures

Water Tower Plaza is ideally located across from the Hale Centre Theatre and provides a perfect gathering place before or after a play. The water feature that looks even more inviting in the summer is right below the iconic Gilbert water tower. You’ll also find a 19,000 lb. granite ball that floats on a thin layer of water.

Downtown Restaurants

Downtown Gilbert is home to many popular restaurants. Joe’s Real Barbeque, Oregano’s, Romeo’s Euro Cafe, Farmhouse Restaurant, and Liberty Market are some of the more well known.

Steel Dreamz on Gilbert road is a step back in time allowing patrons to appreciate cars from past decades for anyone looking for collector car sales.

On the northern boundary of The Heritage District is the intersection of Gilbert Road and the Western Trail that connects with the McQueen District Park to the west and The Riparian Preserve to the east. Gilbert is fortunate to offer various trails along canals for runners, bikers, joggers and walkers.

Historic Downtown Gilbert is definitely worth getting acquainted with and offers patrons the opportunity to appreciate Gilbert’s heritage when it was known as the “Hay Capital of the World”, until the late 1920′s.

Make sure and leave your comments on your experience in historic downtown Gilbert.

Phoenix Shadow Inventory Real Estate Numbers

gordonbaker@remax.net — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:04:53 +0000

Just because they print it does it make it true?

Congratulations Miami, the 2011 NBA champions! – NOT. Here it is in print from a Florida newspaper. I guess they never got the memo or checked the score board. Just because it gets printed or makes its way onto the internet, does that make it true? That’s the same way I feel about Phoenix area shadow inventory. Some of the confusion lies in the definition of shadow inventory. Obviously, shadow inventory includes properties that have gone back to the lender but are not on the market. Some also consider homes that have received a Notice of Trustee Sale with a scheduled auction date. Some add to those numbers loans that are seriously delinquent which is 90+ days behind. As you can see, the definition will affect the level of shadow inventory cited by the various experts. There’s also the issue that real estate is local and national commentaries cannot be relevant to individual markets? Many have stated that shadow inventory is out of control and will contribute to a foreclosure Tsunami. Now let’s get the facts for the Phoenix area.

Fuel for the foreclosure fire – pending foreclosures and Phoenix shadow inventory levels

Understanding shadow inventory levels is important because it is a leading indicator of the number of homes that will eventually become foreclosure or lender owned properties which sell at discounts and keep home values from rising. When a lender deems that a home owner falls sufficiently delinquent, a notice of trustee sale is issued advising the homeowner that the property will be sold at a trustee sale auction in 90 days. The graph to the right shows the number of outstanding notice of trustee sale notices with a future auction date for Maricopa county since 2007. A lower number is indicates that fewer properties will go to auction and become lender owned foreclosures. A historical perspective helps identify trends and understand the future supply of lender owned foreclosures. The 2011 trend line is represented by the pink line and shows a favorable trend downwards.

Components of Phoenix Shadow Inventory

The definition of shadow inventory is will vary and depends on which components are included. I like the definition used by The Cromford Report shown by the graph to the left. The bottom red portion are active foreclosure or REO listings being marketed in the MLS. At the beginning of November 2010, the active lender owned foreclosures were in excess of 6,000. Nine months later at the beginning of August 2011, the number has been cut by more than half, to approx. 2,800 properties. The next component, the Unlisted REO’s, (in blue) are those that have reverted to the bank at auction and are in the process of being prepared to go on the market. Interestingly, this component remains fairly constant between 7,000 – 8,000 properties. The fact that Arizona is a non-judicial foreclosure state helps keep this level lowered than if Arizona was judicial foreclosure state. The purple portion represents pending foreclosure or properties with a notice of trustee sale. This component has decreased from 35,000 to 21,000, or 40%. These properties may be sold as short sales, achieve a loan modification, purchased at auction or eventually revert back to the beneficiary or lender. A diminishing level of pending foreclosures will result in fewer foreclosured /lender-owned/REO properties later on. The Pending Foreclosures graph above shows a very positive trend for this category since its peak at the end of 2009.

The other component that would be interesting is the number of homes that have stopped paying their mortgage but have not received a notice of trustee sale.

Now you have it, the break down of shadow inventory, what it is and the current trends. If you are waiting for the next wave of foreclosures, it may be a very long time unless there are some fundamental changes. And remember just because you see it something in print doesn’t mean it is necessarily so. Get the real data and understand the trends.

If you would like more information on any homes for sale feel free to call or e-mail or receive updated listings for your favorite community.

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$299,900 :: 19 N Haigler Creek Drive, Young AZ, 85554

2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,818 sq ft
Lot Size: 43,560 sq ft
Added: 05/26/11, Last Updated: 05/21/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4594996
Tract: The Preserve At Haigler Creek
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/3/2012 by 33%

Beautiful log sided cabin on Haigler Creek with over 300' of frontage in The Preserve at Haigler Creek, this cabin sits high above the creek with stunning views. Featuring 2 Master Suites and a loft, this is a perfect week-end get-a-way. Beautiful hardwood floors and free-standing wood stove greet you upon entry. A wall of windows lead to the deck with unmatched pristeen views. On demand hot water, all kitchen appliances. Cabin is NEW, NEVER OCCUPIED, but well maintained by original builder, sits on 1 acre.

Listed with BTG Realty

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$618,500 :: 1010 N Scenic Drive N, Payson AZ, 85541

4 beds, 6.00 baths
Home size: 5,476 sq ft
Lot Size: 20,473 sq ft
Added: 05/01/12, Last Updated: 05/16/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4752457
Community: Chaparral Pines
Tract: Chaparral Pines
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/7/2012 by 2%

Great 4 bedroom 6 bath home on the 4th hole in Chaparral Pines with water falls. Main level has two luxurious master suites and great room offering outstanding views . The lower level has a huge family/game room with wet bar and two bedrooms with access to walkout patio. sll of this and slate tile floors , alter cabinety, granite counter tops. The Grantee(s), or purchaser(s), of the Property may not re-sell, record an additional conveyance document, or otherwise transfer title to the Property within 60 days following the Grantors execution of this Deed.

Listed with Dominion Real Estate Partners, L.L.C.

Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!

$1,675,000 :: 9108 N Horizon Trail, Fountain Hills AZ, 85268

5 beds, 6.00 baths
Home size: 6,800 sq ft
Lot Size: 56,193 sq ft
Added: 12/02/11, Last Updated: 04/12/12
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4683864
Tract: Firerock Country Club
The price of this listing was last reduced on 2/13/2012 by 7%

Located on 1.29 acre with views of 16th fairway, 15th fairway and green, mountain, water and city light in Firerock. Gourmet kitchen offers 6-burner plus griddle gas Wolf range with double oven, built-in Dacor oven, 2 dishwashers, separate Subzero refrigerator and freezer. Great room has bar, Cantera gas fireplace and wood floors. Master with exercise room and sitting room. Tuscan style home has beautiful detail throughout. Elevator, pool & spa.

Listed with MCO Realty

Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!

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