Home-Grown Winter Report

HOME-GROWN

WINTER//REPORT

ALBURY/WODONGA & SURROUNDS

JUNE-AUGUST

IN THIS ISSUE

Welcome to our third issue of HOMEGROWN. An Albury Wodonga based Real Estate Magazine, keeping you up-to-date with the latest listings and information as well as current local market statistics. In this month’s issue, we will show you the latest listings around town and let you know a little bit about us, including an exciting new division of Stean Nicholls coming soon. For those thinking about selling we have a great article about property styling and some top tips on how to style your home. We hope you enjoy reading our third issue of Home-Grown as much as we enjoyed putting this together for you! Here’s to a great Spring!

PROPERTY STYLING, WHAT IS ALL THE FUSS ABOUT? HOUSE OF THE MONTH NEW LISTINGS QUARTERLY RESULTS COMING SOON TOP STYLING TIPS LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT TENANT OF THE MONTH ABOUT US SOCIAL SNAPS

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PROPERTY STYLING, WHAT IS ALL THE FUSS ABOUT?

PROPERTY STYLING, WHAT IS ALL THE FUSS ABOUT? Property styling, what is all the fuss about? Do I really need to hire someone to present my home for sale? When selling your home, it’s important to know and understand the answers to these questions.

be, how to make the property stand out against competing properties on the market, return on your investment, making the process as stress free as possible for our vendors and how can we get the best possible sales result.

Put simply, property styling is the process of having your property assessed and styled by a qualified property stylist. The objective is to turn your property from living mode, to sale mode, while presenting it to its greatest potential. This ensures you attract a wide audience of buyers, giving you the best chance of achieving your premium sale price in the shortest possible time frame.

The service of a property stylist is flexible and will depend on the individual needs of the property. We can offer you a full style, including all furniture and accessories, or perhaps you have some furniture and only need us to fill in the gaps. If you are currently living in your home, we also offer a presale consultation, simply giving you advice on how to tweak your current decor and styling to flip your property into sale mode.

A property stylist is looking at your property through fresh eyes, just as a potential purchaser would. Upon entering your home, we are already assessing what a buyers first impression will be and any objections they may have. We are evaluating the steps we can take to improve the feel of the property and overcome those objections before they even occur.

Buying and selling property can be stressful and an emotional roller coaster. In fact, when buying a property, emotion is the number one factor in our decision making, that’s human nature. It’s our job as property stylists to create an emotional connection between buyers and your property. We take into consideration the general aesthetic and era of the home, colour palette and colour psychology, When being advised to speak to a property stylist, photography angles and marketing images, the it’s easy to understand why you may dismiss the scale and functionality of each space, overcoming idea as nothing more than hiring someone to fluff objections, disguising the small imperfections and your cushions. In reality, your property stylist is a complementing the homes features. necessary and valuable component of your sales team. Just like your real estate agent we are making considerations such as, who the target market may Article written by: The Inspired Space

HOUSE OF THE MONTH 478 WODONGA PLACE, CENTRAL ALBURY

HOUSE OF THE MONTH The Pinnacle In Sophisticated Living

478 WODONGA PLACE, ALBURY

Maintaining one of Albury’s best residential positions overlooking the Botanic Gardens and just footsteps to the Gardens Medical Centre and the social buzz of Dean Street, 478 Wodonga Place provides, style, sophistication and wellrounded functional living to the professional couple or family.

with full size bath and shower. A powder room with vanity further adds to the homes ease of living.

Boasting a practical floor plan, the home is complete with a separate laundry and downstairs powder room, low maintenance outdoor living area and a secure double garage with loft storage.

Seamlessly fusing old world charm and character Reverse cycle air conditioning is situated in the with urban essence, the home is gorgeously living area and each bedroom providing year presented. round comfort.

Spread out over two levels, upon entry you will What better position could one wish for. This ideal find a spacious, light-filled formal lounge and local offers easy access to Albury’s Entertainment separate family/ meals area. and Art Precinct, Albury Tigers Sports Ground, Albury Swim Centre and the Murray River walk Perfect for effortless entertaining, the well sized through Noreuil Park. You can stroll around the kitchen features stainless steel appliances, gas City Centre or pop over the road to the Botanic cooking, dishwasher, plenty of cupboard space Gardens to relax in tranquil solitude, the choice and generous granite work top. is yours.

Upstairs consists of a well sized master suite which opens to its own private balcony overlooking the Botanic Gardens. A well-equipped ensuite allows Contact: Nicholas Clark 0439 215 293 for that extra touch of practicality to the bustling Geoff Stean 0413 888 788 household. Bedrooms two and three comprise built in robes and the main bathroom is complete

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FORTHCOMING AUCTION

NEW LISTINGS 57 Wanstead Street, Corowa Grand Homestead Rich In History This magnificent single level residence presents a rare opportunity to purchase a landmark home of historic and architectural significance. “Barondale” c1895 is a stately residence and is perfectly positioned on a generous lot of 2.86 acres approx. Whilst still be located just a short distance to Corowa CBD and the Murray river. An exquisite interior exemplifies the elegance of the era with a perfect combination of period features including Traditional lounge and formal dining room featuring true craftsmanship, consisting stone fire places, box bay windows, picture rails & original wood paneling. Accommodation consists of four large bedrooms, two bathrooms plus the benefit of a separate single bedroom flat with bathroom and kitchen, perfect for guests or as a teenage retreat.

Comfort is front of mind with a number of open and closed wood fires plus additional reverse cycle units for the warmer months. Other features include inground pool, sheds\stables and a beautiful garden and surrounds, perfect place to raise a family or for those seeking privacy and space. “Barondale” is an absolute must to inspect for those who place value on architectural difference and those seeking a home full of character.

Auction: Saturday 22nd September at 2:00pm Contact: Lachlan Hutchins 0457 888 212

Geoff Stean 0413 888 788

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596 Lindsay Avenue, Albury Character And Charm In A Dress Circle Location A gorgeous character filled home within the heart of coveted Forrest Hill, just a stone’s throw to the town centre and with the preferred North orientation, 596 Lindsay Avenue maintains a blue-chip locale with a flexible floor plan.

Commanding an excellent street presence, this solid brick home is comprised of separate lounge and family areas and a well-appointed kitchen with dishwasher and electric cooking. Accommodation consists of three generous bedrooms and the potential for a fourth bedroom or home office depending on the buyer. Gas heating and reverse cycle air conditioning ensure year-round comfort.

A great opportunity to secure a rare find in an outstanding locale with scope to add your own personal touch. With a strong proven rent history, the home will work well as either an investment or an abode for the live-in buyer seeking style and sophistication.

Auction: Saturday 22nd September at 10.30am Contact: Lachlan Hutchins 0457 888 212

478 George Street, Albury

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Central Rarity One of Albury’s most prestigious and highly regarded locations, set within a quiet residential locale just minutes to the social corridor of Albury, 478 George Street is a rare offering highly Auction: Saturday 8th Sept at 2pm sought and seldom found. A preferred northerly orientation from the rear, the Contact: Nicholas Clark 0439 215 293 home maintains its character filled red

Jack Stean 0434 588 664 brick façade whilst retaining its charm internally through a meticulous and wellmatched renovation. The 2 Pac kitchen includes Tasmanian Oak benches, 900mm oven with gas cooktop and breakfast bar.

Jack Stean 0434 588 664

758 Fellowes Crescent, Albury

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Architectural Perfection Completely renovated in 2013 by award winning builder J Wilkinson Constructions, the entrance hall is greeted by an elegant sitting room For Sale: Contact Agent featuring high ceilings, polished timber floorboards, double glazed windows and Contact: Lachlan Hutchins 0457 888 212 gas fireplace. Timber floors flow through Jack Stean 0434 588 664 the light-filled and generous open plan dining room, complemented by a substantial gourmet kitchen boasting Corian stone benches, Bosch appliances, butler’s pantry and separate laundry/ powder room.

QUARTERLY RESULTS

QUARTERLY RESULTS

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TOP PROPERTY STYLING TIPS

TOP 5 TIPS FOR PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR SALE 1. Remove the clutter. We all know this one, 4. Keep it neutral. Avoid having too many bright colours in your home. It’s important your but decluttering is often overlooked or not property has some personality, however if exercised as much as it should. Take away your your personal style is bright and colourful, family photo’s, the old CD or DVD collection, it may be helpful to pair it back when pack away majority of your book collection converting your home into sale mode. and remove unnecessary bulky furniture items.

2. Give it a good scrub. Ensuring your property is 5. Repairs and maintenance. It’s important to take care of maintenance issues such as dripping squeaky clean, shows it has been taken care taps, squeaky doors and holes in walls. Make of. It gives buyers the impression that the a list of repairs that need your attention and property has been well maintained and they’ll if you are unable to carry them out yourself, have no nasty surprises when they move in. perhaps chat to a handyman.

3. Define each space. Ensure each room in your home serves a purpose and looks it best for your photo shoot and open for inspections. If you are unsure how to go about this or don’t have the furniture required, chat to a property stylist.

Tips prepared by: The Inspired Space

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PROPERTY STYLING LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

The Inspired Space Albury, are a team of qualified Interior Designers with a strong background in both real estate and design. When it comes to home styling, The Inspired Space can be as involved as you’d like them to be. From an initial consultation simply providing you with some styling direction, right through to designing and styling your entire home, their services are flexible to your needs and budget. Check out the articles on property styling in this Winter Report written by The Inspired Space!

0412 683 780 hayley@theinspiredspace.com.au @theinspiredspace

TENANT OF THE MONTH

DASH ESPRESSO BAR 3/4 Amp Lane, Albury NSW, Australia Phone: 0418 965 989 Opening Times: Mon to Sat: 8:00am to 3:00pm Sun: Closed A sophisticated and stylish zone to chill and relax.

The biggest point of difference between Dash and other coffee shops in central Albury is the home made raw vegan cakes and slices ……and aren’t they a taste sensation! From chai spiced fig tart to raw jam doughnuts and some classics such as Kingston biscuits and lemon tart remoulded into vegan delights these treats are not only vegan friendly but also gluten and refined sugar free.

But never fear all you gluten, dairy and sugar lovers, owner and pastry chef Dee always has a selection of decedent sweet treats for you as well.

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ABOUT US

STEAN NICHOLLS PROJECTS The team at Stean Nicholls Projects have extensive contacts to help guide you through the Development Application (DA) process and beyond, including; • Albury City Council (Town Planning Department) • Private Town Planners • Architects Our complete service encompasses everything from • Interior Designers site selection and negotiation, product design and • Surveyors development to the application of current market • Engineers research. We manage your project through to the • Quantity Surveyors very end of the process, organising successful • Builders delivery of each and every development.

• IT, Web Designers, 3D Render companies • Banks & brokers We distinguish ourselves from our competitors • And many more through meticulous analysis and proven capability to consistently deliver a premium service to our developer clients. Maintaining direct relationships Stay tuned for some exciting developments coming with global sales partners, in addition to an soon! extensive local investor database, ensures our team is in constant contact with quality buyers www.steannichollsprojects.com.au specific to our new and current projects.

Stean Nicholls Projects is Albury/Wodonga’s only designated residential development project marketers. We collaborate with our clients to build comprehensive selling strategies that sell land subdivisions, apartments and townhouses (Off the Plan & Under Construction) within the shortest possible time frame and with a minimum amount of stress.

SOCIAL SNAPS

Stean Nicholls proudly supporting the under 9’s Tornadoes Netball Team.

Our Commercial Team were shown around the brand new Mantra Hotel Albury by Sales Executive, Jackie Morgan.

Happy new home day for Tyson and Alyssa.

Geoff Stean on the BBQ at Chisholm Estate open day with GJ Gardner Homes Albury.

The Stean Nicholls Marketing Department attended an advanced digital marketing course on the Gold Coast.

An old newspaper clipping from 1988 of houses for sale with Stean Nicholls.

Home-Grown is a Stean Nicholls publication. All opinions are our own. Compilation of statistical data relies on information from a number of external sources.

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