OVERVIEW

What an opportunity! Skip the “cookie cutter” floor plans and opt for this wonderfully individual ranch home with generous rooms and unique features. Great updates and lots of “new” throughout. Bypass bland and bid on something special! (Can’t wait for the auction? Make an advance offer! Call for details.)

A Word About the Published Minimum Bid

Many times the seller's "reserve" or minimum acceptable bid is unknown to the bidders. In those instances, the high bidder finds out at the conclusion of bidding if he or she was successful in purchasing the property. 

In this case, the seller is publishing his reserve of $95,000. If that seems exceptionally low, that's because it is! The house was appraised for $250,000 in 2009 and additional work has been done on it since then.

Why would the seller set such a low reserve? Because he wants to sell and is prepared to accept what the market is willing to pay. (Far more uncommon these days than it should be!) Because the bidding will start at the published reserve, you can bid with complete confidence, knowing that the property will sell at the auction.

Take a look at the photo gallery and come to an open house to decide what you want to bid. Keep reading for full details on this great home...

MAIN LEVEL

Open, light-filled living spaces with a decidedly upscale urban feel.

Entry & Hallway: Opens to living area, views to Center Courtyard; warm 12x12 slate tile flooring.

Study/Library: 10x13; Hardwood floors; windows overlook front patio

Kitchen:  13x11; Custom Kleweno design! Wonderful 4x7 granite island w/GE Profile gas cook top, seating for 4-5, and plentiful storage. Dramatic curving black laminate cabinets with coordinating freezer-on-bottom Sub-Zero built-in refrigerator. Black granite counters w/tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting and 2 appliance garages. Stainless steel appliances include Jenn-Air dishwasher w/hidden controls, wine cooler w/digital controls, KitchenAid oven and built-in microwave. ASKO “Excellence” stacking washer & dryer.

Dining Room: 12x15; Open to Kitchen & Great Room; custom leaded glass backdrop; unique integrated wine cabinet w/lighted  granite-topped serving bar; polished silver fixture w/frosted glass shades, hardwood floor. Slider access to north deck.

Great Room: 22x17; Impressive light-filled room with 10-ft ceiling, and striking fireplace w/marble hearth & surround (floor-to-ceiling cream variegated marble w/black accent stripe). Access to north deck and Center Courtyard.

Center Courtyard: 14x17; Stone paver floor; built-in benches and landscape niches. Perfect for morning coffee, afternoon naps, or casual entertaining. Surrounded by 6-ft windows (new). Accessed from Great Room, Master Bedroom, or west deck.

Master Bedroom: 16x16; Crown molding, west & south windows, Courtyard access, roomy walk-in closet with 2 windows and ample built-in drawers & cabinets.

Master Bath: Tiled double vanity w/designer basins & contemporary fixtures, oversized jetted tub w/double faucets and elegant black marble wall. Separate room w/black tiled floor, elevated architectural bidet & toilet, walk-in black marble shower w/seat.

Bedroom 2: 12x13; double closet.

Hall Bath: Unique half-round sink on wood pedestal, low profile toilet, brushed silver wall sconce, “Venetian plaster” wall treatment, tile floor.

Bedroom 3: 12x15; south & east windows, large walk-in closet w/built-ins.

Hall Bath: Furniture style vanity w/black granite top, shower/tub combo w/glass doors, tile floor.

Garage: Space for 2 cars; workshop/storage; W/D hookups; entry off front hall.

LOWER LEVEL

Perfect for game day, movie night, party time, or family play.

Entertainment Area:  Angled 2-tier corner bar w/glass block detail, new tile, sink, antique GE oven (disconnected), and pendant lighting.  Space for game table, pub table, or casual dining. Floor-to-ceiling windows (some new); access to Covered Patio.

Media Area/Family Room: Flexible living space for a variety of uses.

Sauna: The real thing!

Bath: Tiled vanity, “Venetian plaster” wall treatment, tiled floor, shower.

Covered Patio: 16x30+; ideal for outdoor living room!

ADDITIONAL FEATURES & NOTES

• 2505 sq. ft. (per appraisal) + Finished basement
• Appraised for $250,000 (2009)
• Multiple outdoor living options: decks, covered patio, center courtyard
• Zoned HVAC (Primary replaced 2010; Secondary replaced 2003)
• Huge 3’x6’ windows throughout (many new in 2011)
• Lots of NEW including primary windows, doors, paint, tile and more!

EXTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS

• Sizable corner lot w/full landscaping
• Circle drive w/additional parking area
• Front patio
• Open center courtyard w/stone pavers
• Covered lower level patio – great outdoor living room
• Decks on north and west sides (redone 2006)
• Roof replaced in 2003
• Painted fall, 2009

Note from the Auctioneer...

This home really makes a statement! The seller has moved and isn’t interested in holding it indefinitely so he chose auction to speed up the process (hence the low reserve bid). He has maintained the home well and has done a variety of improvements in preparation for the auction. He's ready to sell. Check out the photo gallery, stop by an open house and then come bid YOUR price!

--Jeff Cates