Preceding my resent post regarding Oklahoma City custom home building, Nancy and I got in the truck one day recently when the weather was just so good you couldn't stay inside. We drove through Canyon Lakes, which was another blog. After that we drove a little further north of the Kilpatrick Turnpike on Council. I believe it was just a few blocks north of 150th we pulled through the gates of Stone Manor Lakes. I got out and took a few photos to been seen on the Manchester Homes blog. We drove down the street looking for activity. The homes and lot size were impressive. We met the Building Superintendent, who was able to help us with any questions that came up.
We started out looking at home that had not been completed. There was tile going down as we looked looked at one houe. Then we were taken to the model home. Wow. This was a great home. It had a nice sized yard and a lot of living space. To me, the coolest thing was having two master suites with sitting areas located on opposite ends of the home. This 5012 square foot house was priced amazingly.
Just a few minutes from the Kilpatrick Turnpike, this is and will be a very distinguished addition to live in. Low traffic, and homes big enough to raise a family in. The Stone Manor Lakes are located in Deer Creek Schools with access to all parts of the City via the Kilpatrick Turnpike.
The Oklahoma City and Edmond areas are bursting with new homes and additions. Some families want to build a custom home to fit their own needs, styles, and tastes.
I started writing a step by step process as a guide help someone to custom build. I was going for a simple step by step document. Something like Custom Build Your Home for Dummies. I didn't like the idea of referring clients to dummies. Besides, there already is a book with a similar name for $13.59.
As I started writing the procedure out, it soon became clear that there are so many variables that it was somewhat mind boggling. The bottom line is it depends on each prospect's circumstances, the cooperation of the Builder, and the location. It's not a difficult process and is done one step at a time.
You can either have an architect design your dream home, or start looking at new homes on the market. If you go with an architect, it will most likely cost more, and be hard to visualize the finished home until completion. It will have to fit on the lot of your choice and meet Home Owner's Association guidelines.
Builders are already building new homes that you will probably like a lot without changing much. Find some homes that you really like and think about what you might want changed. This way you will have seen the finished home, lacking only the magic of your own modifications. Most builders don't have a problem with design changes as long as they are structurally sound. If the changes are minor it may not even cost any more. Some upgrades can be left off to save you money that you can use for a larger kitchen, dining room, or study. On the changes that are more extreme, the Builder will be able to give price quotes.
Some builders want a large deposit if you custom build your home in a way that varies from their original plan. Builders have to be careful not to build a home that can't be sold if you for some reason don't qualify at the time of the closing, or act of God changes the final outcome. If you start working with a builder with a house they have already started, and your changes are minor, the larger deposit is usually not necessary.
My simple solution for custom building your own home, is find a Realtor that can guide you through the process. A Realtor that works well with builders, and is qualified to give you a comparative market analysis for the area that you want to build in. If you own your current home, you will probably want to use a Realtor to sell it anyway.
Today in Warr Acres, November 21,2008, there are 25 homes on the market. This is not an exact count due to some Realtors entering their listing for the Warr Acres area as Oklahoma City.
The highest price on the market in Warr Acres is $249,900 with the lowest current listing at $59,900. 46 homes have sold in Warr this year ranging from $39,900 to 290,000. There are currently 6 pending contracts. Again these numbers are not an exact figure, but reflect the current information from the local MLS system.
Nancy and I want to wish everyone the best through the following Holiday season. Please contact us if you have any questions about your real estate needs.
Below is the latest news from the Warr Acres Web site.
City Services Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday City Hall and other City services offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving. If your trash is scheduled to be picked up on this holiday, it will be picked up on Wednesday at curbside. Please contact City Hall prior to the holiday if you have any questions.   |
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING  Come get into the Christmas spirit at the fourth annual Warr Acres Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 13th from 6:00-6:30p.m. @ the northwest corner of 42nd & MacArthur. Join us for carolling, hot chocolate, and Christmas cookies. We have braved the cold in years past but hopefully the weather will cooperate this year. This event has grown each year and is an annual event provided by the group called "The Citizens for a Better Warr Acres." Come have fun and get to know your neighbors! Pass this on to your friends and neighbors! |
| Holiday Sanitation Schedule The following schedule will be observed during the upcoming holiday season: Wednesday, November 26 - Curb side pick up throughout the city Thursday, November 27 - No trash service Friday, November 28 - No trash service Wednesday, December 24 - Curb side pick up throughout the city Thursday, December 25 - No trash service Friday, December 26 - No trash service Wednesday, December 31 - Curb side pick up only for North Side City Route (N.W. 58th Street & north) Thursday, January - No trash service Friday, January 2 - Regular South Side City Route (south of N.W. 58th Street) |
| Project to Make Curbs More Visible A new project in Warr Acres aims to help older drivers by making dark street corners easier to see and navigate. The first curbs to be painted were at the corner of N.W 46th Street and N. Meridian Avenue. It all began when resident Marian Edgman called city hall with her painting idea and was given the phone number of Warr Acres Beautification Committee Chairperson Jan Blake. Ms. Blake said she talked to Street Department Supervisor Bill Robertson about the possibility of the city painting the curbs. "He said there is no money in the budget for the project, so we decided to do it ourselves," she said. |
As gas prices decline and have reached prices lower than it's been in several years, I'm waiting to see the other industries and products lower their cost. According to the local news, higher gas prices resulted in paying more for our groceries, electricity, road repair, and construction. Even my lawn company went up as a result in the last jump in gas prices. I could go on and on about diferent products raising prices to compensate for gas, desiel, and oil prices.
According to the trend of gas prices being high, less people drive, which one would think might lower insurance premiums and reduce road repair. If you have noticed any reduction in the cost of living due to higher gas prices, please share it with me.
Gas prices today, entice me to go out and get a high performance car. A big V-8 that will burn the tires off for two blocks, although I haven't seen tire prices come down yet.
I'm sure a big reason for the prices that were raised due to the fuel cost are remaining high to help recover from the damage done, but it only makes since to me, that if gas prices remain low, logically other prices will start to lower also. The offset is the thousands of Employees that have fuel related jobs, and people, who stimulate our economy from the money they make from fuel, will eventually suffer and that will cause harm to our economic situation. Fuel is very powerful when it comes to setting the standards for our economy. If the lower prices help your business, please pass it on.
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Serving Edmond, Moore, Mustang,Yukon, Oklahoma City, and all neighboring areas as a Realtor, for buyers, sellers, or those just needing information
I was raised in north Texas on a large ranch. Working hard and helping neighbors became an everyday way of life. With over a decade in customer service with a large commercial company related to the restaurant industry in Oklahoma City, customer satisfaction is very important to me. Returning phone calls, researching information for customers, and getting to the point is what I am about.
My team, along with Paradigm AdvantEdge Realty want to welcome new people to our area as well as supporting our local businesses. We want your new home to be what you have dreamed of in a neighborhood that you will appreciate. We would love to help you any way we can to get you comfortable and acquainted with the area. We also have the resources and experience to help you with your transition.
Buying Client Scott Abel, Choctaw, OK
"My buying experience with Rick and Nancy was great. They were with me every step of the way from house hunting to closing. They were especially helpful in answering my questions in a timely manner, guiding me through the process, coordinating with the builder and Title company, and even offered decorating advice. Overall, a wonderful experience and I am looking forward to my new home.
Scott Abel
Happy New home owner"
Buying/Listing Client Jeff & Marty Shields, Midwest City/Guthrie, OK
"We were extremely pleased with all the hard work that Rick and Nancy put into selling our house. They went the extra mile to find our dream home. We don't think of Rick and Nancy as our realtors, but as our new friends for life. When it's time to sell your house, they will make your dreams come true also."
Buying/Listing Client Ben & Brandy Sitton, Blanchard/Tulsa, OK
"Thank you so much for your hard work. The suggestions you gave really made our house look absolutely beautiful!!! I was truly amazed that all of the little things made such a big impact on how the house looked."
"We are really enjoying our new house. The floor plan is exactly what we were looking for. We would have never found it without all of your hard work. This is truly our dream home!!! Thanks again for going above and beyond!!! You guys are definitely a blessing."
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