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Colleen Bell Sales Associate,

A Shore Home that pays for itself!

seller will guarantee $120,000 Rental Income LISTING/BAYFRONT for 2010 summer season

Live 40 weeks at the beach for free or rent property for additional income

The Time To buy is now!

2007-$3,299,000 • 2010 $2,099,000

shorT saLe approved!! make an offer

Toll Free 866-554-Bell Direct: 609-264-7300 • Cell: 609-204-2935 Visit my website: www.BellSellsNJ.com Contact me at Colleen@prufoxroach.com

Prudential Fox & Roach REALTORS® 3620 Atlantic-Brigantine Boulevard

Office: 609-264-8444

BUYERS DID YOU KNOW? The Fed is anticipated to withdraw its support of mortgage backed securities

later this spring. Experts predict that this will cause a rise in interest rates.

Considering the fact that if rates were to rise by as little as one percent, prices would need to fall as much as 10.5% just for the Principal & Interest payment to remain constant with what could be borrowed at today’s rates, now is the time to take advantage of the Perfect Storm Conditions of:

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Investor Alert!

LOW RATES + REDUCED PRICES + A WIDE SELECTION OF INVENTORY

Attention Investors and 2nd Home Buyers Save the Date!

One Day Only - Saturday April 10, 2010 10 am Brigantine, NJ

BuyerS SemInAr Guest Speaker: Michael Loglisci Trident Mortgage Topics to be Discussed: Financing options 1031 Exchange Distressed Properties and Short Sales Tax Credit Information

304 20th. South Your invitation to see the best buy on the island a luxury home purchase that makes sense, sellers loss is buyers gain!

all offers considered

To set up a Private Showing Call Colleen cell: 609-204-2935 Toll free: 866-554-BELL

$2,099,000

Purchase Price: $2,099,000 • Annual Ttaxes: $18,647 • Annual Insurance (Estimated) $3,540

Loan Program

30 Year Fixed

5/1 ARM

5/1 ARM Interest Only

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$1,574,250 $524,750 (25%) 5.625% 5.735% 0.875

$1,574,250 $524,750 4.500% 4.510% 1

$1,574,250 $524,750 4.625% 4.635% 1

Monthly Payment Mortgage Payment: Taxes: Insurance:

$9,062 $1,572 $295

$7,976 $1,572 $295

$6,067 $1,572 $295

Total Payment*:

$10,929

$9,843

$7,934

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Hurry! Hurry! If you qualify and wish to take advantage of the 1st Time Home Buyers $8000 Tax Credit, you have up until April 30th 2010 to find your Dream Home and you must settle by June 30th 2010. Likewise, for second/long time residents you may also qualify under the same time frame. Please go to www.irs.gov and see publication 4819 for more specifics and to see if you qualify or call our office at 215-440-8190 and we will fax it over to you. So!! With all of the above â&#x20AC;&#x201C; super homes to choose from and historic low interest rates - - - CALL US we will be happy to help you.

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N/L 1209 S. Juniper Street Newer construction w/ prkg, 3/2.5, hrdwd flrs, 3 sided gas fireplaces, finished lower level w/ wet bar + T.A. $549,900

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N/L 1 Christian Street # 22 Beautiful 3 bdrm, 2 bth home with parking, 2 fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & deck With river views. $399,900

777 S. 3rd Street #4 Beautiful two bedroom trinity located in a private courtyard w/ hrdwd flrs, exposed beams, Juliet balcony & landscaped garden. $219,000

1211 S. 3rd Street Terrific space, lrg rooms, high ceilings, 5 bdrms, hrdwd flrs & garden.

Reduced $359,900

104 N. 2nd Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 201 Beautiful 1 bdrm 730 sq. ft condo, hrdwd flrs, & High ceilings. $269,900

718 Addison Street, C Society Hill. Great courtyard home, 2 bdrms, hrdwd flrs, 2 fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & deck.

Reduced $299,900

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815 S. 7th Street Fab. home in gated courtyard, 3/2.5, 1 car parking, hrdwd flrs, & spectacular roof deck with 360 degree views. Reduced $479,000

1242 Ellsworth Street Fab, newer construction, 3/3, hrdwd flrs, roof deck with amazing views & garage prkg. $399,000

2107 Bainbridge Street Incredible Hm, N/C, 3+media rm, 2.5 bths, fp, hrdwd flrs, Deck & garden + T.A.. $699,900

241-245 Market Street thru to Church Street 139 Monroe Street Designer home, Lovely, pristine, 3bdrm, â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 40 x 160, Currently a parking lot, 29 parking spaces at $200. a month, land fully approved for 2 bth home, random pine floors, ex6 story building with 9 Res. Units, 1 Penthouse + posed brick, 3 fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & garden. $449,900 1st floor commercial space. $1,750,000.

239 Market Street Terrific all new building, 100 ft. deep, 1st flr comm.., + two fab condos, all self contained. $1,375,000

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133 Salter Street Fab. N/C 3550 Sq Ft 3 + Den/4.5 3 BalconiesDeck Garden + Garage TA $975,000

230 Christian Street In a country like setting, pristine, beautiful designer quality, 3+den, 3.5 bths, hrwd flrs, fp, deck garden, T.A. & garage. $599,000

500 S. Front Street Beautiful Designer home. 3 bedrooms + den, 3 bths, Hrdwd flrs, fp, au pair suite, private garden, Deck & garage. $1,150,000

318 Fitzwater Street The Dragon House - 1 9x136, fab. 5/2.5 exposed brick, hrdwd flrs, fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, huge garden & garage. $1,250,000

410 Bainbridge StreetBeautiful large 3 story hm. 3 bdrms, 2 bths, hrdwd flrs t/o, prkg, wd burning fp & garden. $549,000

Society Hill Towers - 210 Locust Street, Unit 5E - Beautiful studio, hrdwd flrs t/o, 24 hour concierge, pool & parking available. $219,000

1227-29 Christian Street B Fabulous N/C luxury condo. 3 bdrm, 3 bths, 2000 sq. ft. & parking. $449,900

518 Queen Street Lots of character, 4 bdrm, 1.5 bth home, hrdwd flrs t/o, updated kitchen & beautiful patio. $399,900

771 S. Front Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Large 5 bdrm grandmom home. Create your dream home. $367,500

126 Alter Street A luxurious 3 yr old home with 4 bdrms, 2.5 bths, Hrdwd flrs, spacious patio, garden & garage, T.A. Reduced $489,900

1224 S. Howard Street 600-02 N American N/C, fab. quality, Wonderful 2 story, 2 bdrm home with 3/2.5, basement, garden, T.A. and hrdwd flrs & garden. garage. From $605,900 $199,900

221 Carpenter St Great hm, open, dramatic, lots of exposed brick, 3/2, hrdwd flrs, fp & garden.

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111-123 Federal Fab. N/C â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2800 sq. ft with basements, hrdwd flrs, 3/2.5 + den, fp, deck, garden, garage & T.A. From $499,000

413 Spruce Street- S.H. Designers Pied 1352 South Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 304 Resale a Terre, 1 bdrm condo, new kitchen, Beautiful bi-level 2 bdrm, 1400 +(-) sq. ft, wood burning fp and amazing newly re- 2 bth condo, hrdwd flrs, 20 ft. ceilings, huge done roof deck. Reduced $259,900 private deck & deeded parking. $589,000

1118 E. Moyamensing 4/2.5, patio,deck & finished basement $329,900

747 E. Passyunk Avenue 245 Monroe Street Great house, spacious open & dramatic, Proccocino Design, dramatic, open & 3200 sq. ft, 3bdrms, 2.5 bths, den, garage, spacious, 3 + den, 4/2.5, hrdwd flrs, fp, roof deck, & great large garden. $839,000 deck, parking lrg, garden. RED $709,000

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429 Fulton Street Beautiful 3 bdrm + den, 2.5 bth home with garage parking, 2 fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, deck & garden. $2600 300 block of Bainbridge Fab. Brownstone, 1700 + sq. ft, 3 bdrms, 2 bths, hrdwd flrs t/o, private deck & lrg. Country garden. $2800 840 S. Front Street Terrific corner property, 4 bdrms, 2.5 bths, hrdwd flrs, garden & deck. $2000 942 South Street Fab. home with 3 bdrms, 2 bths, central air & finished basement. $1300 1352 South Street Unit 507 Beautiful 1 bdrm condo, 1130 sq. ft, hrdwd flrs t/o, 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; balcony with amazing views. $1800 1352 South Street, Unit 216 Fabulous large 1 bdrm loft, 1100 sq. ft, floor to ceiling windows. $1450 111-113 Ellsworth Street Great 3 bdrm home with garage, 3 bdrms, hrdwd flrs, beautiful large bathroom and extra large garden. $1525

Artisan â&#x20AC;˘ 1501-1503 Kater 5600 Sq Ft 4/3.5, Elevator Roof Deck TA, finished basement, 2 Car Garage $2,500,000

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795 S. 3rd Street Prominent corner property with renowned Dimitris Restaurant as 1st flr tenant + two 1 bedroom apartments. $659,000

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N/L 1434 Kater Street â&#x20AC;˘ Artisan 3450 sq. ft, 4/2.5, 2 car garage, roof deck & 10 yr. tx abatement. $1,200,000

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1925 Parrish Street Outstanding N/C. 4 bdrms, 3.5 bths, elevator, private courtyard, 2 decks + T.A. $422,500

Artisan II â&#x20AC;˘ 1431 Bainbridge (8 Homes) 4000 + Sq Ft 4/3.5, Elevator Deck 2 Car Garage & TA, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide Basic home from $1,600,000

601 Christian Street Vacant lot in prime location.

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2201 Chestnut Street, Unit 602 Wonderful concierge bldg, great unit, 1325 sq. ft., 2 bdrms, 2 bths, hrwd flrs, lrg rms & high ceilings. $425,000

1812 Fitzwater Street Large corner property, 3 bedrooms + den, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors & deck.

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N/L 208 Carpenter Street A real cute 3/1.5 home, hrdwd flrs, exposed brick, deck & lg. country garden. $350,000

335 Christian Fab. Mansion home with 2 car parking, 4bdrms, 3.5 bths, garden, details, details, details $749,000

793 S. Front Street Newer home with garage prkg. + adjoining lot, 3+den, 2 fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, garden and deck. $499,000

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310 Queen Street 3 bdrms, 2.5 bths, high ceilings, hrdwd flrs, Wd burning fp, deck and garage prkg. Reduced $459,000

1208,1210 & 1212 Mount Vernon St Gorgeous N/C. Three beautiful homes, 3400 +(-) sq. ft., 5/4.5, den w/ wet bar, oak flooring, 2 car parking & huge deck. From $624,900

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314 Catharine Street #202 Queen Village LiGHT & BriGHT contemporary 2 Bedroom condo featuring high ceilings, oversized windows, fireplace and large balcony.

All neutrally decorated and in MOVE-IN CONDITION! $349,900 2024 Upland way • Overbrook Station Lofts DrAMATiC LOFTS with 17’ ceilings, exposed Brick & stainless steel accents. 4 loft options in “pet friendly” building from 1,600 to 3,800 SF, offering 1-2 car parking & more. MINT! $249,000 to $679,000 Open Sunday 3-28-10, 3-4 pm 1010 race Street #5LM • Chinatown eXCepTiOnAL SpACe & LiGHT! New Listing. Corner Unit with 1200+SF with high ceiling, exposed brick & wonderful split 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath floor plan offering privacy. $299,900 Open Sunday 3-28-10, 1:30-2:30pm 1307 S 10th Street • passyunk Square new LiSTinG! Charming 3 story townhouse with exceptional yard. This 4 Bedroom home has high ceilings, fine, pine floors and an upgraded Kitchen and is ready to MOVE IN! $284,900.

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MT. AIRY 7130-52 DEVON STREET STARTING AT $274,000

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Welcome to Devon Village, a community consisting of sixteen townhomes in the heart of the vibrant neighborhood of Mt. Airy and located near to train, shops, and restaurants. Tile foyer leads to lower level family room with powder room and glass doors to rear patio.

Main level has an open floor plan with living area with fireplace, dining area with glass doors to terrace, and kitchen with stainless steel appliances & granite counter tops. Upper level is comprised of main bedroom with private bath, two additional bedrooms and hall bath. Hardwood flooring throughout the main and upper level. Attached garage with interior access.

View furnished sample at 7133 Devon Street.

Dir: N-Lincoln Dr, R-Mt Pleasant, L-Devon

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