New Listing–Home for Sale |1620 NW Menlo Drive, Corvallis, Oregon 97330 $320,000

Just Listed: Corvallis Single Level Home

Wonderful single level living with beautiful architectural details. Charming curb appeal with spacious landscaped yard, brick façade greet you as you pull into the wide curved driveway.  3 bedrooms,  2, baths, den/office,  ±2015 sq. ft.,  Attached 2-car garage

Covered entry with double doors and wide front porch provide no-step access to the entry of this home.  As you enter you will delight in the art niches, open main living areas and the view of the main living area into the beautiful backyard.

The living room is spacious and light with vaulted ceilings and open wood beam work. Beautiful wood floors, walls of windows with backyard views, built-in birch bookcase, and gas fireplace with brick surround. Open floor plan flows from dining room to kitchen to living room and into the backyard, creating the optimal space for year-round entertaining. Light wood cabinetry and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Large windows and access to backyard, brings the outdoors in.

Just off the kitchen is a bonus room that is great for an office, tv room, crafts, home gym, play or to suit your needs. Indoor laundry and access to the 2-car attached garage are through the bonus room.

The Master Suite is comfortable and luxurious with carpeted flooring and access to the backyard. The attached bath is wheelchair accessible with tile flooring and a curb-less tile shower and walk-in closet.
Two secondary bedrooms provide great spaces for guests, family or provide space for exercise, extra office, crafts or other uses as needed, they are carpeted and each have ample closet space.

The laundry room is located between the den/office area and the oversized 2-car garage.  The garage is vaulted and has broad expanses of windows that provide natural light. The double wide, nearly new wood garage door is a natural accent to the front of the home.

Interior flows naturally to outside spaces, creating an ideal setting for entertaining and play. Extensive patio space, covered and uncovered is accessible from many interior spaces. Fenced back yard, extensive lawn and planting areas, a south exposure and the irrigation well are a delightful and rare opportunity.

Conveniently close to everything.  Just a few blocks from Garfield and Porter Parks, Garfield Elementary, Linus Pauling Middle, Corvallis High School,  Osborne Aquatic Center, Corvallis Boys and Girls Club, and Local Shopping Areas.  Just minutes from downtown Corvallis, Oregon State University, and medical facilities.

Highlights:

• Recently installed Maytag gas range
• Updated windows in many areas
• Display cabinets
• Extensive use of natural wood and wood flooring
• Generous amount of storage throughout
• Water source heat pump-source irrigation well
• Large back yard with south exposure
• Covered and open patio area
• Extensive lawn and ornamental planting areas
• Raised garden beds
• Fenced back yard
• .35 acre lot
• Irrigation wll
• Water source heat pump (Water furnace)
• Year built:1960
• Approx 2.1 miles to Oregon State University (Memorial Union)
• Approx 1.8 miles to Corvallis, Oregon City Center (Central Park)
• Schools: Garfield Elementary, Linus Pauling Middle, Corvallis High
• MLS# : TBA 

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Home For Sale | 1665 NW 11th Street, Corvallis, OR 97330

Comfortable living, close to everything Corvallis has to offer (Walkscore 85). 

Spacious and open floor plan flows from living to dining to kitchen to family. Sunny breakfast nook off kitchen is a great “hang-out” spot and ideal place to soak up the sun. Two steps down (at the same level as the entry) is the family room, large laundry and full bath. Upper level provides 4 large bedrooms with fir flooring under carpet. Master with attached bath and large walk-in closet. Landscaped yard with wide driveway (RV parking). Easy access to 9th Street shopping, neighborhood schools, downtaown and Oregon State University.  4 Bedrooms, 3 baths, ±2391 sq. ft.

Now…this…is home… Comfortable living, close to everything, with a walk-score of 85.  The sheltered front door leads to a wide and open entry. Just two steps up and you’re ready to nestle into the spacious yet cozy living room and bask in the warm glow of the gas fireplace. The flowing floor plan leads from the living room to the light and bright, formal dining area and then to the large kitchen. A wonderful space for entertaining and parties. Settle into the adjacent breakfast nook with the morning paper and your coffee or juice and savor the sunlight.  Entry, kitchen and breakfast room enjoy warm wood flooring. Two steps down from the kitchen and at the same level as the entry, is the family room, a hub-of-fun, your ideal game, media, hobby or TV room which features built-in sewing cabinet and bookcases.  Nearby you’ll find a full bath, with jetted tub and a large laundry/mud room with a door to the backyard.  Upstairs are 4 very large bedrooms with fir flooring under carpet, including the master with attached bath with wide shower, Marmoleum® flooring and large, walk-in closet. The second bath includes double vanity, tub/shower combo and Marmoleum® flooring. Outdoors you’ll enjoy extended living many seasons of the year with the covered deck that’s accessible from both the dining room and breakfast nook; it’s the ideal outdoor dining and BBQ spot. Landscaped backyard is easy care with potential for raised bed gardening, rose bed and there’s a garden shed. The wide driveway can easily accommodate an RV, boat, big-wheels, four-square or chalk-art. This home is very close to local schools and you’ll enjoy the wide open expanse that comes with nearby Garfield Park and it’s also very close to Porter Park. Easy access to 9th Street businesses including Market of Choice, Trader Joes, restaurants and retail establishments.  4 Bedrooms, 3 baths, ±2391 sq. ft.

MLS# 650004

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Is A New Home On Your Gift Registry?

Is A New Home On Your Gift Registry?

If you’re planning to get married and buy a home, but wonder where your down payment funds will come from, FHA might have a solution for you.

FHA has a Bridal Registry program that allows the money you receive as a wedding gift to be used towards your down payment. With this special program, friends and family can now give you something you really want – money for your first home! Forget Crate & Barrel and Macy’s and achieve your dream of homeownership.
Here’s how it works:

• Inform your mortgage professional of your intention to obtain all or part of your down payment from gifts to the “bridal registry” account
• Open an interest bearing account at any FDIC insured bank prior to the wedding;
• Spread the word to friends and family;
• Keep a ledger of the funds and who they are from;
• All of the gift funds can go towards the FHA required 3.5% down payment;
• There is no requirement that you be married prior to closing on your new home
• Change in plans? Withdraw the money and use as you wish

It’s that simple! The sooner you open your Gift Registry Account, the quicker the funds can accumulate.

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Senior Mortgage Banker
MLO-211163

Pacific Residential Mortgage, LLC
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Albany, OR  97322

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Home for Sale | 1990 Salmon Run SW, Albany, OR 97321 $245,900

NEW PRICE!

Custom quality home for Sale in the Spring Meadow Subdivision

This is the only one like it in the Spring Meadow subdivision of Albany, Oregon. Custom quality home in impeccable condition, features a  hardwood entry, vaulted ceilings, main level master, beautiful stainless and cherry kitchen with island and specialty cabinet features. The living room has a gas fireplace. Master features double vanity, separate shower and soaking tub. Comfortable all year long with gas forced air heat and central air conditioning, electric powered Sunsetter awning. Landscaped with sprinklers, concrete walk-way entire perimeter of house and a fenced backyard with wide side-yard. Oversize 2-car garage. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, ±2186 sq. ft.

Not another like it. This home is the only one of this floor plan in the Spring Meadow subdivision. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths,  great room style living/dining area, breakfast nook and laundry room.

• Dramatic entry with Brazilian Cherry flooring and soaring vaulted ceilings.
• Large living area with gas fireplace features vaulted ceiling and space that flows to kitchen and dining
• Kitchen has
• center island
• cherry cabinets with specialty cabinets features like pull out drawers and lazy-Susan
• stainless steel appliances
• Main level master is large enough to accommodate large furniture pieces and features a walk-in closet
• The attached bath has:
• double vanities
• a separate shower
• garden tub
• Upstairs find:
• large additional bedrooms
• a full bath
• and an alcove at the top of the stairs that can accommodate your computer, reading nook or display cabinets
• Outside delight in the landscaped yard with:
• easy care with walk-ways that circle the whole house
• a fenced backyard
• large side yard and generous amounts of patio space.
• Create your own shade with the electric awning patio cover
• Extra wide side yard is ideal for extra patio space, possible hot tub area, container gardening small RV
• Comfortable all year long with gas forced air heat and central air conditioning
• Oversize 2-car garage
• Corner lot provides additional privacy to this beautiful yard
• Great location near LBCC and major corridors makes your work, play and shopping commute a breeze

MLS# 649394

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Corvallis Home For Sale: 4818 NW Bruno Place, Corvallis, Oregon 97330 $367,500

For Sale: 4818 NW Bruno Place, Corvallis, Oregon

This beautiful home is nestled on a quiet (double) cul-de-sac in the desirable Walnut Park neighborhood. Head to Martin Luther King Jr. Park (formerly Walnut Park) on the neighborhood trail. This home is also close to schools, community parks and nature trails, and is just minutes from Oregon State University (OSU) and downtown Corvallis.

The floor plan is versatile and designed for comfortable living and has inspiring spaces for entertaining, relaxing and fun. 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, bonus space, two main living areas, a beautiful kitchen and 3 season room. Approximately 2500 square feet.

Entry:Vaulted ceiling Access to living room, family room and upper level Hall closet is hidden behind a built-in bookcase for a delightfully, efficient use of space.

Living Room: Open to entry with arched doorway, dining room, and kitchen. Ideal flexible room for TV, den, or other needs. Great space for entertaining or as a place to put your feet up and relax a bit.

Dining Room: Access to the living room, kitchen, and outdoor screened porch. Beautiful hardwood floor.

Family Room: Open to kitchen and entry with ceiling fan, wood burning fireplace with brick surround, bay window with window seat.

Kitchen: Spacious and bright with beautiful hardwood floors and open floor plan to dining room, living room, and family room. Access to 2-car attached garage, powder bath, laundry area and backyard. Oak cabinetry with ample pantry storage throughout and breakfast bar between kitchen and dining room. Large center island with Granite counter-top and pantry storage. Appliances include cooktop with 4 burners plus a grill/griddle, convection wall oven, side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher, and built-in microwave. Double sink and planning station overlook backyard.

Upper Level Master Suite: Double door entry and ceiling fan. Spacious walk-in closet with ample storage. Large window seat plus you’ll feel like you’re in the lap of luxury with the attached master bath

Master Bath: Peaceful and serene overlooking the backyard features a  spa-like large jetted tub, seperate shower, double vanities with storage, separate toilet room with linen storage.

Upper Level Bedrooms: One bedroom has a built-in desk and shelves, one bedroom has a niche for a reading nook or desk and access to additional under eave storage closet, great for seasonal storage items. The 4th bedroom (no closet) has built-in storage shelves and is also ideal as a library, home office, craft room, play room or a variety of other uses to suit your needs.

Upper Level Main Bath: Shower/tub combo Large vanity with tile counter-top and tile flooring

Third Floor: This finished space provides additional bonus and storage.

Outdoor Screened Porch: Located just off dining room and kitchen, making it an ideal space for entertaining and maximizes living space 3 seasons of the year.  The ultimate way to extend your time enjoying the outdoors.

Backyard: Large with easy-care landscaping including an irrigation system, it’s fenced and level, providing a great place to play, garden, or entertain. Wide side yard and double gate provides enough room for a small RV or boat.

Garage: Large 2-car attached garage with plenty of storage space.

MLS#648252

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New Price! 830 NW 11th Street, Corvallis, Oregon 97330

Home for Sale, 830 NW 11th Street, Corvallis, Oregon 97330 $299,000

Home for sale in Corvallis, Oregon. Near Oregon State University (OSU) and Downtown Corvallis. Wonderful Craftsman style home with many vintage features preserved.  6 bedrooms (2 on the main level); 2 full baths (one on the main); approx. 2188 sq. ft. not including partially finished basement.

Broker Tour | Knowing the Real Estate Market

Broker tour

Q. What is Broker Tour?

A. Broker Tour is a time when sellers make it easy for Brokers to see properties that are on the market.  The “tour” is a process by which brokers can look at properties without making prior arrangements.  In the Corvallis, Albany and Philomath areas the agents let themselves into homes that are pre-set; in some areas, like Lebanon or Sweet Home there is a “caravan” type tour that is rigorously scheduled and the agents group together and all go in a few cars at once.

Q. How does this process work? 

A. The listing agent sets the tour time up in the MLS system. In Corvallis, Philomath and Albany brokers “tour” on Wednesdays. The time of the tour is flexible, but most commonly around 9:00 am until early afternoon.  One of the nice features about the way we tour here is that we can flex a little and work around our client’s schedules and needs. Other areas have different methods, for instance in Lebanon the tour is more of a “caravan” with a list of pre-scheduled properties.  Additionally, some offices have an established “office tour” which may or may not be established as part of their office meeting agenda.

Q. Which properties are on tour? 

A. Tour is often comprised of the “new” listings for the week. Sometimes a “new” property  has been on the market for a while (days or even weeks) before it is scheduled for tour.  Sometimes homes that have already been on tour once are re-set for additional tours. Generally, those homes have had a “change” like in price or décor.  Occasionally, the first tour had a poor turn-out, so it’s re-set to give the brokers another chance to see the property.  It’s never a bad thing to let brokers have easy access to preview a property.  Broker tour is a little like “open house” just for agents.

Q. Why is it beneficial for brokers to tour?  

A. This is a chance to see the property and be familiar enough to discuss it with clients.  Sometimes, brokers tour with a specific client in mind, other times not. It is also a way to become familiar with the market, understand the various homes that are for sale and associate a price point with them.  This is also a social opportunity, brokers on tour often cross paths and has a chance to talk with colleagues, exchanging ideas and needs.

Q. Why didn’t more agents tour my home?

A. There could be any number of reasons why some agents didn’t tour. Often it’s because they have conflicts in their work schedule. It’s possible that they’ve seen the house (either on tour previously or even when it was on the market in the past).  Sometimes the time that is set is not practical or long enough to allow them to see every property.  Rural properties are often under-toured due to drive times etc.  There may have been a number of properties on tour and the volume made it impossible to see them all. Some brokers only tour if they have a client that may match a property, some never tour at all.

Q. What about a luncheon or give-away?

A.  A lot of brokers offer luncheons or give-a-ways with the idea in mind that more brokers will tour the home.  It’s my opinion that the brokers that need to see a specific home, make a point to visit with or without incentives. 

SOLD! HOME FOR SALE– 1185 NW Country Hills Drive, Corvallis, Oregon

SOLD!

HOME FOR SALE–1185 NW Country Hills Drive, Corvallis, Oregon

 

Spacious single level home in private 1.1 acre woodland setting. Located in the Country Hills Estates subdivsion with easy access to downtown Corvallis and NW Corvallis. Living areas are incredibly large and open with plenty of space to entertain or relax. Formal dining room features charming french doors to separate kitchen and family room. Bonus area off dining room and living room creates a wonderful reading or office area. Kitchen has new granite counter-tops, sink and faucet. Huge master features a wall of closets, attached bath and a bonus room that works well for many uses. Very large garage provides plenty of space for cars and storage. 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths and approx. 2724 sq. ft.

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NEW PRICE! HOME FOR SALE — 2075 Dawnwood Drive, Philomath, Oregon $565,000

Home for Sale — 2075 Dawnwood Drive, Philomath, Oregon

Great Design and High Style exemplify the qualities of this newer home. Located on just over two acres, it’s quiet and peaceful here, easy care, beautiful and efficient. Custom built, thoughtfully designed and beautifully finished with a high level of attention to detail. Conveniently located on the eastern edge of Philomath, with easy access to Oregon State University, Corvallis and Philomath. Nearby recreation opportunities including nature trails at the Bald Hill Natural area and local bike paths.

3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Great room style living, Beautiful views, Gas forced air and central A/C.  Approx. 2749 sq. ft., 2.15 acres, Year built 2007, Philomath Schools

Great-Room Living and Dining Room:
Beautiful maple floors, vaulted ceilings, skylights and ceiling fan, Craftsman style fir entry door with stained glass inset and matching sidelights.  Double French door with full size side lights provides access to decks. Beautiful built-in entertainment center, bookcase , and tiled wood-stove alcove with wood storage area houses zero clearance woodstove with automatic blowers, designed to heat the whole house, and generous amounts of indirect lighting.

Kitchen:
Beech kitchen cabinets some with glass front display doors, high-end KitchenAid appliances, gas cook-top with hood, microwave and wall oven (with convection), Maple floors, antiqued granite counter-tops, raised breakfast bar with pendant lighting, adjacent to dining area and features a large walk-in pantry.  There is a granite topped desk-kitchen planning area with adjacent built-in cabinet/bookshelf unit

Powder Bath:
Located just off the great room is spacious and features a pedestal sink and tile flooring that continues about a foot up the wall made of iridescent Italian glass tile that shimmers like gems and resembles the surface of water

Master Suite:
Spacious and light, provides a true luxury spa-like experience. Maple flooring in the bedroom, indirect lighting, huge walk-in closet (one might consider adding a small office/desk space in this area). There is French door access to deck from bedroom. The master bath has tile flooring, an oversize tile shower with marble shower floor, a double sink vanity with antiqued granite top,  jetted tub and an alcove over the tub with glass shelving and French door access to deck

Additional Bedrooms:
Secondary/Guest bedrooms are served by a shared by a “Jack-n-Jill” bath arrangement. Both bedrooms are spacious and provide generous amounts of closet space. One bedroom features a built-in shelf unit and the other features access via French doors to the deck
area. The adjacent bath features a tub/shower combination; a large vanity with antiqued granite counter-top and tile flooring

Laundry:
Large laundry room provides generous amount of cabinet space, a utility sink, tile floor and access through mud-room to the garage

Mud Room:
The ideal place to unload gear, slip off shoes and transition into peaceful living. There is access to this room directly from the garage or from outside.  It features a craftsman style fir door with stained glass insert and stained concrete flooring

Back Deck:
Spacious (estimated at 1300sf)  is accessed from both master suite and great room and one secondary bedroom, most of the deck is covered by deep eaves allowing for all season enjoyment, wire rails allow better views when seated.  The deck overlooks and provides access to backyard

Yard areas:
Grassy/natural area off back deck, wooded area to the side and back of the property, seasonal creek.  Driveway is paved with generous amounts of parking/turn around area. The front porch and walk-way adjacent to the house is stamped, stained concrete.

Misc.:

• Timber deferred taxes
• 8’ interior doors (all except pantry)
• Wired with cat 5e network from multi-media panel
• cabling to all rooms
• Wired and plumbed for future solar hot water if desired
• 2 car attached finished garage with openers
• Wired with cat 5e network from a multi-media panel cabling to all rooms
• Fiber optic (3 pairs) computer network (to 2081 Dawnwood) with 100 megabit adapters (expandable to 10 gigabit and higher) plus 4 pair of copper for telephone/intercom and 2 coax for video. The fiber is encased in a metal sheath with 2 redundant pairs of fiber stands
• Process for antiquing granite: Granite is acid-etched to replicate river stone, then hand-polished & sealed
• Gas forced air heat and central a/c

MLS #641105

 
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SOLD! HOME FOR SALE– 3825 NW Harrison Avenue, Corvallis, Oregon

SOLD!

HOME FOR SALE– 3825 NW Harrison Avenue, Corvallis, Oregon

Beautifully updated and expanded single level near the Oregon State University (OSU) campus. The home features a beautifully updated kitchen with newer cabinets, counters and appliances and an open floor plan is a joy to behold. Separate family room provides that cozy get-away with built-in bookcases and gas fireplace. There is extensive use of wood flooring and custom woodwork. The yard is landscaped with a water feature, plenty of patio space, a fenced backyard and beautiful plantings. Enjoy a view of Mary’s Peak. The garage has been expanded, is 2 cars wide, and extra deep (20′x34′) to allow for shop space. Recent updates: furnace, water heater, roof, windows, driveway, sidewalk.

• 3 Bedrooms
• 1.5 baths
• Approx. 1477 sq. ft.
• Living room with view of Mary’s Peak and water feature in front
• Extensive use of woodflooring (wood under carpet in many areas);  Red birch flooring in kitchen; Oak in other areas
• Cozy family room off kitchen to the back of the house has gas fireplace with custom wood trim
• Kitchen recently updated with newer cabinets with reed glass or panel doors
• Peninsula breakfast counter with custom wood panels
• Updated main bath with tile counter top with glass accent tiles and Marmoleum flooring
• Spacious laundry room with half bath near kitchen and garage
• Family room features built-in bookcase and gas fireplace with custom mantle and decorative wood accent
• Main bath detail of counter — each glass tile specifically selected and placed individually
• Garage has been expanded to be extra deep (20’ x 34’) with extensive built-in cabinetry and lighting
• Yard features cobble stone style paver patios, 2 sheds (4.5’x5.5’ & 8’ x 10’ larger one has power), irrigation system for most of yard, strawberries (ever bearing), raspberries and blueberries.
• Water feature out front with extensive concrete and cobblestone work
• Built in 1965
• Lot size .24 acres
• Home Warranty Included
• Schools: Jefferson, Linus Pauling, Corvallis High
• MLS#642853

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