Friday, September 27, 2013


Presented by The Kima Real Estate Group
Asking Price: $178,500 

This is a gorgeous Pottery Barn-like home with many great details, custom hardwood floors, over sized living room with book cases and fireplace, recently updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, tile back splash and brand new custom butcher block counters! Lots of windows and great natural light will surround you in the kitchen and breakfast room, plus there's a separate formal dining room! Upstairs you'll find a completely remodeled full bathroom, a beautiful master suite with vaulted ceiling and dual sinks plus two additional bedrooms. Notice the large cul-de-sac lot...you'll be able to enjoy complete privacy on the large deck, beautiful patio with fire pit and HUGE backyard!

 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 0.63 Acres | 1772 Square Feet

Seller Says:
1. The things we love about our town are... "Great shopping, close to several parks, lots of restaurants to choose from, can easily access downtown Raleigh, North Raleigh and Wake Forest". 

2. The best things about our neighborhood... "Pretty houses, clean, adjacent to the lake, very safe, sidewalks for taking walks, large wooded lots". 

3. Our favorite neighborhood restaurants are... "Big Al's BBQ, Chinese takeout and Roadrunner's Pizza less than 5 minutes away". 

4. Some of the best nearby conveniences are... "Lowes Foods, Planet Fitness and Ernie Lee's (a local car mechanic) are all less than 5 minutes away. Triangle Town Center, Target and Walmart all 8 minutes away".

5. Our favorite things about this home... "Great lot with large, private backyard in a cul-de-sac, beautiful views of wooded lot, spacious eat-in kitchen and family room are perfect for entertaining; upgraded trim including picture frame wainscoting in dining, kitchen, and breakfast nook, crown throughout the entire first floor, updated lighting, spacious master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, tall walk-in crawl space".

6. Anything else you'd like to share? "We love the floor plan and the backyard. We've really loved living in this house and area. The location is really one of the best in the North Raleigh area especially with the growth of Knightdale and the Triangle area. And even though very close to quite a bit of shopping, the neighborhood is quiet and not near any traffic or busy roads".  









Thursday, September 19, 2013


Presented by The Kima Real Estate Group
Asking Price: $264,900

Charming ranch home with first floor master suite and gorgeous master bath! Beautiful stone accents on the exterior with a covered front porch, great deck for summer cook outs and a two car garage. This home has an open floor plan, dormer window seats with hidden storage, hardwood floors plus a guest suite, bonus room and office on the second floor! Enjoy the privacy of the fenced-in backyard complete with beautiful rose bushes. Move right in to this well cared for home...beautifully landscaped and in a great neighborhood!

 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 0.29 Acres | 2556 Square Feet

Seller Says:
1. The things we love about our town... "The Town of Wake Forest is a big reason why we live in this part of Wake County. The town offers community activities year round for everyone. Some of our favorites are: Six Sundays in Spring: the town offers free concerts every Sunday at Joyner Park. Joyner Park starts a few 100 yards from our front door. Very short walk. Wake Forest Farmer's Market: our own small local market offering the best of local produce. Arbor Day: a full day for the kids, tree giveaway, Easter egg hunt and annual service awards. Wake Forest is a 'tree city USA' one of the oldest in the country. Swing into Spring: Close off downtown and enjoy craft and food vendors. Kind of like our own mini state fair. One of our top 3 activities. 4th of July Celebration: Fireworks, crafts, live music and parades...one of the best around. We can walk to Joyner Park and watch the fireworks from the park. Sports, Park and Recreation: Softball, baseball, yoga, basketball, tennis and much more. We have tried most of them, lots of fun! All the events are very close to Old Mill Stream and only a few steps away, as well as the beautiful Greenways throughout Wake Forest...bike or walk to all of these activities!"

2. The best things about our neighborhood... "Old Mill Stream has a great mix of neighbors. We have a great community and everyone sticks together to help keep the entrance signs and roadsides looking perfect. The neighborhood has a great mix of kids of all ages. This is what we will miss the most about Old Mill Stream. All of our friends host BBQ's and family parties for everyone around the neighborhood. We also walk to Joyner Park together to enjoy live concerts and entertainment. The neighborhood is the perfect size for small town living at its best. We also have a great kid's park in the neighborhood that is within 200 yards of our house. A favorite of the kids around our house!"

3. Our favorite neighborhood restaurants are... "Shuckers Oyster Bar is one of our favorites...great seafood and tradition. You can't go wrong with Shuckers for seafood. Main Street Deli is another locally owned and operated restaurant that has a great homegrown menu. Try the Grilled Pimento Cheese sandwich with Texas toast...just awesome! White Street Brewery is a great local business that is in downtown Wake Forest. Within walking distance from the house it's one of the coolest places in town to watch a game or just stop in for a beer. All locally brewed and the old downtown building takes on a life of its own".

4. Some of the best nearby conveniences are... "Most frequent within a mile: Harris Teeter Grocery Store, Cash Points, Capital Boulevard, Joyner Park, Napa, Kerr Drugs and Dry Cleaners".

5. Our favorite things about this home... "Flexibility of the floor plan. It's like a ranch with an upstairs. The back deck area is our favorite part. The age of the house is perfect for the trees in the backyard. The backyard is mostly shaded in the afternoon and allows us to really enjoy hanging out with friends and family without being beat up by the sun. The backyard also has privacy from all surrounding homes. Check this area out if you come to look at our home. The landscaping is completed all the way around the home and the yard has an irrigation drip system for veggies and potted plants during the summer months. When we built this house the things we wanted most were beautiful hardwood floors, tile floors for the bathrooms, big back deck, great local custom builder, below ground irrigation, front stone accents, his and hers closets and large tub in the master. We are the original owners and will really miss this house. If I build another home it will be very similar to this one...if not the same".     

















Presented by The Kima Real Estate Group
Asking Price: $495,000

This gorgeous custom home is complete with a million dollar backyard! Step outside directly into a custom outdoor kitchen with built-in gas grill, HUGE patio, stone walls, large fenced-in backyard with raised garden beds, stone fireplace, brick floor screened porch and a 700 square foot workshop? In-law suite? Home office? Gym? The possibilities are endless for this extra space! Inside you'll find gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the first floor, coffered ceiling and built-in shelves in the family room, gourmet kitchen with double oven, 5 burner stove and double dishwasher drawers. The master bedroom has a double trey ceiling, spa-like bathroom and hidden home office/gym/sitting room. Teen suite, tons of storage and a 3rd floor walk up attic that's already plumbed!

 4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | 0.96 Acres | 3719 Square Feet

Seller Says:
1. The best things about our town... "I love Wake Forest because it has a small town feel with the conveniences of the city only a few minutes away. I love the history of Wake Forest. You can drive around and look at the beautiful, old buildings and the huge magnolia trees found around the seminary. The parks of Wake Forest are awesome"!

2. The best things about our neighborhood... "It is peaceful (you can sit on your porch and listen to the birds and the wind through the trees, not the sound of cars driving by), there is not a lot of traffic, no two houses look alike, the lots are large, the houses are spread out, there are lots of hills so it makes for a great cardio workout, and the people are friendly. You can also look out your window and see deer, wild turkeys, and have an occasional turtle come across your yard".

3. Our favorite neighborhood restaurant... "Our favorite local restaurant is Las Margaritas on Six Forks in Raleigh. It is owned by three fantastic brothers. The food is awesome! They have a wonderful salsa bar. Our family has food allergies (gluten, dairy, and soy) and they were always accommodating to our special orders. They treated us like family every time we went there. They even taught our kids a little Spanish".

4. Some of the best nearby conveniences... "You are only 30 minutes from the airport. The neighborhood is equal distance to Downtown Wake Forest as it is to Raleigh which gives you more options for shopping and dining out".

5. Our favorite things about this home... "Our favorite thing about our house is that it is a perfect home to raise a family and it has an awesome backyard. It is a complete package. We love the kitchen with the large island with extra storage and the granite counter tops. We like having all the bedrooms together on one floor and that each bedroom has a bathroom. We love all the easily accessible storage like the walk up attic and the two side storage areas in the bonus room. We like having the extra living room upstairs so the kids have their own area to play. We like the special touches like the coffered ceiling in the living room, the built-in shelves, the high ceilings, and the color scheme of the house. We love sitting outside on the patio by the fireplace. We love being able to grow our own organic vegetables in the raised garden beds. We love having the workshop (or man cave). We like being able to look out our windows to see the beautiful patio rather than looking out to see our neighbor's house. We loved our house from the minute we walked in. It felt like home. It truly is a complete package with a beautiful custom home and custom landscaping"!










Thursday, September 12, 2013


Presented by The Kima Real Estate Group
Asking Price: $375,000

Gorgeous custom former Parade home! Be greeted by a peaceful rocking chair front porch that runs the width of the house...perfect for enjoying a glass of lemonade! Once inside you'll notice how welcoming this home feels with its open floor plan and lots of natural light. Notice the newly refinished hardwood floors, the plantation shutters and the transom windows throughout! The dining room or home office is off of an updated kitchen complete with center island, stainless steel appliances and wine cooler. Cozy up to the gas log fire place in the family room, enjoy the privacy of the fenced-in backyard, relax in the tranquil master suite with his & hers closets, huge shower, whirlpool tub and dual sinks. The home is topped off with a large 3rd floor bonus room with a balcony that overlooks the backyard! Additionally, BRAND NEW granite counter tops have just been installed in the kitchen!



 4 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 0.21 Acres | 3300 Square Feet

Seller Says: 
1. The things we love about our town... "We love the fact that Raleigh has all the amenities of a larger city, but the feel of a small town. There are great restaurants, bars, museums, parks etc. You can always find something fun to do!"

2. The best things about our neighborhood... "It's beautiful and peaceful!"

3. Our favorite neighborhood restaurants are... "Cafe Capistrano for Mexican food, and DeMarco's for Italian. Both are great for date nights or family dinners". 

4. Some of the best nearby conveniences are... "The Falls River Shopping Center - they have everything you need: Groceries, take out Chinese, Pizza, Subway, hair salon, gift shops, even a general store and an Ace Hardware! All within walking distance".

5. Our favorite things about this home... "The private wooded lot and all the beautiful finishes throughout the home.  From the recently refinished hardwood floors, to the transom windows, french doors and plantation shutters. The home has a classic older home feel, but without the issues of an older home".






 



Friday, September 6, 2013


Presented by The Kima Real Estate Group
Asking Price: $343,000

Looking for convenience and a park-like setting? Want an in-law suite or a gorgeous first floor office? Like to entertain or are you an aspiring chef? This home offers all of this and more! Sweeping first floor hardwoods, enormous gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, HUGE screened in porch and patio, relaxing master suite, custom landscaping, Jack & Jill bathroom, over sized garage and bonus room...the list goes on! This home could either be a 4 bedroom with a bonus & office or a FIVE bedroom with a bonus & first floor in-law suite. Under cabinet lighting, doors leading out to patio from dining room and gorgeous craftsmanship highlight this custom home!

4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 0.96 Acres | 3740 Square Feet 

Seller Says:
1. The things we love about our town are... "There is so much to love about Wake Forest. The town parks and green ways. The Six Sundays in Spring concert series. The friendliness of the people everywhere you go. The local feeling of art and shopping. The Art After Hours event every month. The Fourth of July Parade. The lighting of Wake Forest. And so much more!"

2. The best things about our neighborhood... "It is a smaller neighborhood tucked away but still so convenient to schools and shopping and downtown Wake Forest".  

3. Our favorite local neighborhood restaurants are... "Carolina Ale House, Fig and The Village Deli are all good options. Along with Bruno's Steak House for something a little higher end". 

4. Some of the best nearby conveniences are... "Very easy to get anywhere from here. Thirty minutes to the airport, only a half mile from shopping, restaurants, gas, cleaners etc".  

5. Our favorite things about this home are... "The extra 2 feet added to the kitchen really make it spacious and gourmet! A place for everyone to hang out. Also the privacy of the backyard. Most people love the enormous screened porch. Also the fact that it is in a cul-de-sac is wonderful". 

6. Anything else you'd like to share? Yes, the patio is a peaceful place that is accessible by the doors that open from the dining room...great when entertaining"!










  




Presented by The Kima Real Estate Group
Asking Price: $94,000

Wow! This is a completely remodeled town home in Hedingham subdivision! NEW hardwood floors, NEW carpet, NEW dishwasher and NEW hot water heater! Even the light fixtures and hardware are brand new and the whole place has a fresh coat of paint. As well, the HVAC is nearly new, there's lots of storage with over-sized closets & plenty of cabinet space. Completely move-in ready, this golf course front home awaits your decorating touch. Love to workout? Golf? Basketball? Fish? Yes, all of this is included! Imagine grilling dinner on the patio or relaxing in the spacious master suite. This one won't last!

2 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 0.04 Acres | 1190 Square Feet

Seller Says:
1. The things we love about our town... "The location of the home being so close to downtown Raleigh really is incredible! If downtown Raleigh is not in the cards, Knightdale is so close by and has all the shopping we could want".

2. The best things about our neighborhood... "The amenities in Hedingham are incredible! Golf, basketball, walking trails, a gym!"

3. Our favorite local neighborhood restaurants... "There is a great BBQ & seafood restaurant nearby, Knightdale Seafood & BBQ. We also like Overtime Sports Pub".

4. Some of the best nearby conveniences... "Very convenient to all of the happenings in Raleigh. Also convenient to major roads like 440 and 540! There are great local Mexican restaurants nearby too!"

5. Our favorite things about this home... "The fact that it is on a golf course with great views is a separator! Also the fact that it has brand new hardwood floors, brand new carpet & pad, brand new dishwasher and custom paint throughout! It really feels like a home!"

6. Anything else you'd like to share? "Would love for the future owners to know that there is a brand new hot water heater and that the HVAC system is only 2 years old!"













Thursday, September 5, 2013


Presented by The Kima Real Estate Group

Asking Price: $305,000

 

This beautiful home is located in a peaceful and quiet neighborhood, set back FAR from the street, just minutes from Highway 98 and Capital Boulevard! Featuring a HUGE front yard, two car side-entry garage and completely private backyard with lush green grass and shady trees. Step inside to a two story foyer, formal dining room with vaulted ceiling, large living room with gas fireplace, kitchen with granite counter tops, separate breakfast room, gorgeous sun room and first floor master suite! The second floor offers three additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a great bonus room!


4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | 0.62 Acres | 2714 Square Feet


Seller Says:
1. The things we love most about our town... "Wake Forest, NC is the perfect mix of northern "down towns" and southern hospitality. Wake Forest offers all of the shopping one could want and also has a thriving arts culture! There are so many artists here and little local restaurants that it feels like we are on vacation all of the time! There is so much to do for families and children. The Factory is where we spend so much time. The ice hockey rinks, indoor soccer, basket ball, skate park and mini golf & go carts are all favorites". 

2. The best things about our neighborhood... "it's great for walking! So many neighbors out walking or running all of the time. Really easy to meet neighbors! We love the lake in the middle of it. It has great fishing and is so peaceful. That and the fact that our location makes getting into Raleigh so easy! We are just 1 mile from all of the shopping too".

3. Our favorite local neighborhood restaurants are... "Over The Falls Deli, Main Street Grill and Milton's Pizza!"

4. Some of the best nearby conveniences are... "the fact that we are only 30 minutes to RDU airport. All of the schools are close by too".  

5. Our favorite things about this home... "its location and the amount of land it offered. It is very private and the home lives well. The openness of the home and the sun porch are favorites. Also really like how close it is to Joyner Park! The bonus room was a hit".