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307 E. Verde, A Blend of Historical and Contemporary

I was out showing homes this weekend and revisited a place worth of note. As Realtors, we appreciate a good remodel as we are saddened by some of the remodeling mistakes we often see… luckily 307 E. Verde in the Hacienda Historic District is not one.

The home recently received a fine updating with exceptional kitchen and bath redos. In fact, I doubt there were any surfaces left untouched including the landscaping and new garage.

Upon entering you will find well done stained concrete floors, a larger than average living room and a kitchen that will aspire you to entertain. The kitchen is well designed with sleek dark wood cabinets (a lot of them) and amenities missing in most homes. The attention to detail here is eye-catching. We’ll let the pictures tell the story.

Note the 1” tile backsplash, stunning vent hood, stacked microwave and oven and attached table for casual dining. Recessed lighting keeps the space open, yet bright… especially with the windows that open to the freshly landscaped back yard and patio.

The balance of the home has been tastefully updated as well. It looks like a few walls were moved to create a more spacious feel and add amenities such as an indoor washer/dryer nook. Both the guest and master baths have been fully modernized with tasteful accents, custom tile and vessel sinks.

The master bath features a jetted tub, dual sinks and a spacious shower. Note the narrow windows offering light and privacy as well as a mid-century feel. A nice touch many would not have added.

The only real downside to the home is its proximity to Thomas and 3rd Street. The rear of the property looks on to the McDonald Florist building. However, the owner included a stand of Oleanders in his landscaping design that will provide a nice visual block in just a year or two. Again, fine details most people miss when considering a remodel project.

Of note too is the garage. This is a new structure, yet done as to feel it belongs. It is an over-sized two car garage with plenty of room for storage, a work bench and more.

All in all, I believe they did a fine job on this project that someone is going to be happy to call home, entertain friends and enjoy the urban life.

If you’d like to take a look at this place use the contact form below or call us. We’d be delighted to take you on a tour.

Gene Urban & Ron Urban
The Urban Connection Team
602-224-5777
connecting people to the perfect space

listing courtesy of HomeSmart

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Tax Relief for Many Phoenix Historic Homeowners

Have you heard the good news? Ten Phoenix historic districts have been added to the National Registry of Historic Places. With their addition, homeowners can apply for a reduction in property taxes. YEAH… we like lower taxes especially when it can be as much as 45% less.

The new additions to the National Registry are… a drum roll please:

Campus Vista

East Evergreen

Encanto Manor

Encanto Vista

Garfield

Los Olivos

North Garfield

Villa Verde

Woodlea

Yaple Park

If you move really fast, you may be in time to get the tax break for the coming year. By fast I mean June 30th. You’ll need to fill out an application, supply photos and swear a blood oath that you’ll maintain or improve the property according to standards outlined under the State Historic Historic Property Tax Program (SPT). Below is an excerpt from their site and a link to the page. BTW… the blood oath thing may be an exaggeration…  more like a cross my heart and hope to die ritual in government triplicate.

Owner Requirements

The SPT program reduces property taxes as much as 45%. (The exact figure is dependent on special assessments which are specific to your area. Questions regarding the amount of the reduction should be directed to the county assessor’s office.) As a condition of the reduced tax rate, the owner enters into a 15-year agreement with the state, consenting to maintain their property and to preserve the integrity of its historic features, materials, appearance, workmanship, and environment. If an owner plans to do any work on the property that will impact its public appearance, the SHPO must be contacted for review and comment or approval prior to project implementation. All such projects are reviewed for appropriateness according to a set of national guidelines called the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation ( 112 KB PDF).

Property owners are required to submit a notarized form (furnished by the SHPO) every three years verifying that the property has been maintained according to program guidelines. This report also requires submittal of two photographs demonstrating the current condition of the property. Furthermore, the owner is required to notify the SHPO when the property ownership or property use changes.  Here is a link to the SPT web site.

The SPT site has the application requirements, a way to download the application (PDF) and lots more info. So huury and save big on your next years taxes by getting your application in before June 30th.

Finally, we simply want to congratulate the homeowners, preservationists and all those who worked so hard, jumped way too many hoops, and persevered to make this happen. You’ve won this battle and we thank you!

Gene Urban & Ron Urban
The Urban Connection Team
602-234-5777

connecting people to the perfect space

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Stoddard-Harmon House: Yours for 1.3 mil

It’s not too often you can pick up a bit of really old Phoenix history, yet the sale of the 1910 Stoddard/Harmon house is just that.  This fine old lady, located at 1st Ave and McKinley,  is listed on national, state and city historic registers… don’t see that too often. In addition, she had a complete restoration in the mid-1990’s.

If you’d like to take a look let me know and I’d be happy to set up an appointment to view.  By the way, the seller reduced the price by $150K just a few days ago.

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1930’s Ranch style home in FQ Story

This is a great early ranch located on a terrific street in one of the prettiest historic districts.  All of the rooms are nice size, have great windows,  gas fireplace in the large living room, formal dining  and a VERY spacious eat-in kitchen for a 1930’s home complete with vintage stove. The master has a walk-in closet and it’s own full bath.  A large family room, laundry room with storage, and a 2 car garage round out the rare finds in a home of this era. 

The beauty of a ranch is the versatility of style…change the flooring and paint and you could have a retro-mid-century, pottery barn comfy home, or sleek Z Gallerie modern…the possibilities are endless.

Asking Price is $249,500

 

 

 

 

 

 

For more information about this home or to arrange a personal viewing of the property, contact Lyle Plocher at

602 373 3725 or lyle@urbanconnectionrealty.com

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1926 Brick Bungalow in Roosevelt Historic District

This circa 1926 Brick Bungalow exudes beauty, elegance, and comfort from the moment you travel up the flower lined walk and tree filled yard.  A large living room and formal dining room have great expanse with large windows and original wood built-ins on either end of the great room.  A gourmet kitchen offers great counter and cabinet space complete with a spacious eat-in area.  A major renovation in 2007 added the second story with two additional bedrooms, a third bath and upgraded the master suite to include a walk-in closet, sitting area, an exquisite master bath including a soaking tub and french doors to a an equally lovely backyard with gazebo, office, spa, and built-in grill with plenty of green space left over.  The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths in 2500 sq ft of living space.

Asking price is $650,000

 

 

 

 

 

 

For additional information or to arrange a personal viewing, contact Lyle Plocher at 602 373 3725 or lyle@urbanconnectionrealty.com

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Live in the Ashland Place Historic District

in this beautiful Spanish Bungalow.  Ashland Place is a very cool and quaint Historic neighborhood near the Heard Museum.  Your home would be just a few minutes walk to the Light Rail station at Encanto & Central. 

This home was built in 1925 and features original hardwood floors and a vintage stove.  The interior has been freshly painted.  The exterior features a very inviting front porch, huge backyard with newer brick patio.

 

 

The Asking Price of $220,000 is ”subject to the existing Lender’s approval”.

 

For more information about this property or to arrange a personal viewing of the property, contact Lyle Plocher at 602 373 3725 or lyle@urbanconnectionrealty.com

Listing is courtesy of DPR Realty

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Historic Fixer on 2 1/2 lots in Garfield

A property like this rarely becomes available.  This is probably one of only ten truly individually significant historic buildings in the Garfield historic district.  Built in 1913, an original, nearly 2100 sq ft,  two story brick bungalow with formal living, formal dining, large kitchen with original cabinetry and a huge pantry and  laundry room.   Great sized bedrooms downstairs, four bedrooms, bath, and foyer landing upstairs.  Terrific windows throughout and solid wood floors in much of the house.

There is also a two bedroom, one bath guest house in the rear and the property is situated on over 17,000 sq ft of land.

Asking Price is $145,000

For more information or to arrange a personal viewing of the property, contact Lyle Plocher with Urban Connection Realty at 602 373 3725 or lyle@urbanconnectionrealty.com

Listing is courtesy of HomeSmart