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.

6 Bedrooms
2 baths
Approx. 2188 sq. ft. (not including basement)
Full basement
Bedrooms all have generous amounts of closet space (an unusual feature for homes of this era)
Fir flooring except kitchen and bath (carpet over fir in some areas)
Kitchen remodel in 1950s incorporated the back porch into the kitchen, 1993 remodel used former laundry as kitchen desk (may be able to re-install laundry facility if desired); created breakfast nook; kitchen island is move-able; commercial grade flooring in kitchen
Plumbing replaced in 2010
Gas force air heating system
Roof (including gutter system) replaced 2010
Electrical updates (various over time)
Many vintage details preserved including shelf units, mouldings and other wood trims
Easy care yard is landscaped with mostly perennials, shrubs and trees, no grass to mow.
Raspberries; two cherry trees; fig tree; herbs
Lot size .15 acres
Single car carport
County reports year built as 1910 owner believes 1917-1920
2010-2011 taxes $3,343
Approx. 1.5 miles from OSU Memorial Union and less than 1 from downtown Corvallis
American Shield Home Warranty included
MLS #643337

Halloween Events in Corvallis, Oregon 2011

Halloween In Corvalalis

Corvallis events for Halloween in 2011 brought to you by Corvallis Tourism (click on the link for the list)

Included venues:
Magestic Theater
Whiteside
OSU (Ballroom Dance Club Event–but there are many other events as well)
and other OSU Halloween events
Downtown Trick or Treat

Plus you might be interested in the Arts Center’s Event for Day of the Dead

Corvallis High School | In the News

Just a quick bit about Corvallis High School and great SAT test scores–what an achivement. Just another reason to love living in Corvallis, Oregon.

Link to KEZI news report

A New Resource for First Time Homebuyers

Coldwell Banker Corporation has just added a new resource for First Time Homebuyers to its web site ColdwellBanker.com. The First-Time Home Buyer Resource Center includes videos, articles and tools to answer questions and guide new home buyers through the real estate search process. If you’re thinking about buying a home for the first time in Corvallis, Albany, Philomath or for that matter, anywhere in Oregon or the U.S., this site would be worth a visit.

If you want to ask questions or need help buying your first home, Contact Dava.

What is Escrow?

My clients that are buying and selling homes in the Corvallis and Albany areas frequently, ask ”What is escrow?

In general, “escrow” is the neutral third party that holds instruments (deeds or other documents that convey ownership); funds (or other items of value); or evidence of title for real or personal property. In Oregon, the escrow agent is typcially a Title Insurance Company (but this does not always have to be the case).

In a real estate transaction, “escrow” is the neutral third party that holds the deeds, collects and disburses the funds and follows instructions on behalf of the parties to the transaction.

It is the function of escrow in a real estate purchase transaction to make sure that all the instructions (which are really the terms of the sales agreement and the lend, er instructions) are followed; that all bills are paid (through the instruction of the buyer, the seller or the lender) and that funds are disbursed (lender loan proceeds, seller’s proceeds and any excess monies deposited by the buyer to the buyer).

Escrow follows the instructions of the parties to the transaction to determine how proration of taxes and other re-occuring charges such as homeowner association fees are handled. Escrow also makes sure that appropriate parties such as taxing authorities, homeowners associations, water districts and so forth are notified when there is a change of ownership. Escrow does not typically notifiy public utilites of changes of ownership. An owner that is selling should notify their hazard/homeowners insurance of the sale (but not until the sale is completed and the sellers proceeds are disbursed.)

Escrow is also responsible by law for the collecting of information and reporting of sales information to the state and federal government in the event of a possible income tax liability on the part of the seller of real estate. It’s important that sellers and buyers understand the tax ramifications of their transactions prior to closing. Escrow will send out questionnaires to be completed early in the process to help alleviate problems that can arise from tax consequences of a sale (such as FIRPTA and State and Federal witholding requirements), if for some reason you do not receive paperwork from the escrow company early in your transaction, you will want to check on it.

Escrow is not allowed to act independently. In general, once a buyer’s earnest money deposit is “in escrow” escrow cannot release those funds without express instructions from all parties. Escrow is not allowed to proceed with finalizing or cancelling a transaction without instructions from all parties. If there is a dispute that arises from disagreements from any of the parties to the transaction, escrow must wait for instructions between the parties that are consistent before they act upon them.

It’s important the that escrow agent: be finanacially responsible (and have financial strength); have expertise in handing complex transactions; act in a manner to assure that payment of liens and other encumbrances is accomplished; provide single point of contact for coordination of flow of documents and funds; remains an impartial third party.

If you need more information or have specific questions I can answer, please get in touch. Contact Dava

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– 196 Topaz Street, Philomath, Oregon

SOLD!

HOME FOR SALE –196 Topaz Street, Philomath, Oregon

Beautifully maintained and well cared for, this home offers maximum privacy and light. Situated on a street-to-street lot, the only adjacent properties are off the back of the house. Split-entry design with all levels above grade. This home may appeal to those with a need for space for extended guests or dual living, home based office. Excellent family room and yard create ideal places for rest and relaxation. Approximately 6 miles to Oregon State University (OSU) and downtown Corvallis. Easy access to coast route. 4 bedrooms/3 baths approx 1850 sq. ft.

4 Bedrooms — 3 on main level and one lower level
3 baths — 2 on main level and one on lower level
Approx. 1850 sq. ft.
Open family/dining/kitchen lay out on main level
Stainless steel appliances
Large family room on lower level serves as a great media area, play room, work-out space, home office or craft area
Lower level bedrooms is an ideal guest space, extended family living or home office area
Laundry on lower level
Spacious deck off main level dining area — ideal BBQ space and outdoor eating or lounging area
Patio area off lower level family room
2 car attached garage
.24 acre partially fenced lot with RV parking area behind garage
Shed
Home Warranty included
Year built: 2005
MLS #642911

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

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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.

Great location with easy access to Oregon State University and downtown Corvallis. Updated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with both a living room and a quiet get-away family room. Recent expansion of the front of the home allows for open floor plan and plenty of open space near the remodeled kitchen. Other updates include windows, roof, water heater, furnace, gas fireplace insert, paint and main water line. Expanded garage provides for workshop space or additional storage. Beautifully landscaped with private backyard, water feature in the front and a great view of Mary’s Peak.

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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SOLD! HOME FOR SALE– 728 NW 32nd Street, Corvallis, Oregon

SOLD!

HOME FOR SALE– 728 NW 32nd Street, Corvallis, Oregon

Charming home with many vintage touches and great updates as well, including coved ceilings, original tile surround on fireplace, wood floors (fir in living area, oak in kitchen), updated insulated windows, spacious kitchen, newer roof, 95% eff. furnace, water heater, interior paint and front deck. Large fenced backyard with garden beds and plenty of space for pets. Detached garage. Great location, just a few minutes from Oregon State University (OSU) and less than half a mile from Co-op and Sam’s Station.