09032018 HOME BUYERS' GUIDE

H ome Buyers’ Guide The Tribune

Monday, September 3, 2018

The Bahamas Source For Homes, Condos, Apartments, Lots & Rentals

Sand Dollar PALM CAY ERA Dupuch Real Estate

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Mike’s Comm. Building

2 Storey | Bay Street Total Size 9,000 sq. ft. | MLS 34262

$3,200,000

Ref: 21073

Comfortably Numb

Reduced

Ref: 18968

$5,850,000

3Bd, 2Bth | 1Bd, 1Bth apartment MLS: 24622 | 10,363 sq. ft. Lot

$3,599,000

Little Beach - Eastern Road 4Bd, 4Bth Pet Friendly

Ref: 21094

108 Calenders Drive

5Bd, 6Bth | Albany Golf Course Home 21,788 sq. ft. Lot | MLS 32006

Sea Breeze - Reduced to sell

Lyford Cay | Canal Front Home 4Bd, 4.5Bth | 28,183 sq. ft. Lot

Ref: 13950

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$6,500 p/m

Lot 71 Canal Front Property

Coral Waterways Subd.

Coral Harbour | Lot Size: 7,700 sq. ft.

Ref: 12159

Now

$395,000

Daiquiri Cottage

4Bd, 3Bth | Eastern Road Lot size: 10,000 sq. ft. | MLS: 34593

Ref: 21325

$3,800 p/m

Gleniston Gardens

Prince Charles Drive | Lot 5, Block 29 Lot size: 10,500 sq. ft. | MLS: 33932

Elizabeth On Bay Plaza & Marina Plaza Bay St. & Elizabeth Ave. | 40,000 sq. ft.

Ref: 21049

$9,680,000

Reduced

Buttonwood Hills | Multi Family 3Bed, 3Bth | 11,800 sq. ft.

$785,000

17 Seapointe Port New Providence Ocean Front Townhouse - Yamacraw 2 Bd, 2Bth | MLS: 34301

Ref: 21111

$8,995,000

Ref: 18858

Cuckoosnest

Casa Del Sol

Condo | 3rd Level | Turn-Key MLS: 25152 | Harbour Frt., P.I. Drive

Ref: 12678

Cascarilla

5Bd, 5Bth | Golf Course View 11,000 sq. ft.

$4,200 p/m

Coral Waterways

$475,000

Ref: 10777

Union Court Suite E5

Elizabeth Ave. | Available Oct. 1, 2018 Bus Opp., Comm Bldg., Industrial, Office

$1,100 p/m

MLS: 34651

Serenity

Coral Harbour Lot 70 | Canal Front Lot Size 6,500 sq. ft.

Gated Community | 6,470 sq. ft.

MLS: 31045

D L O

MLS: 34632

$155,000

Ref: 20779

$95,000

MLS: 34634

$130,000

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Ref: 18180

$120,000

www.grahamrealestate.com

Phone: (242) 356-5030

Gregory Graham President/Broker

Linda Eldon

PM/Appraiser/Agent

Laura Kimble Estate Agent

Dolly Griffin

Estate Agent

Delerese Pratt Estate Agent

Esther Mayet Admin. Asst.

Sophia Porras

Estate Agent/PM Assoc.

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THE GRANNY POD SOLUTION CARING for aging parents is a vexing problem for many Bahamians.

In years gone by, extended family life was normal and aging parents often lived with their offspring.

However, times have changed.

Aging parents can be particularly challenging for the socalled “Sandwich Generation.”

Sandwich homeowners are responsible for both their children and parents. In other words, they are sandwiched between two generations in one home.

This can be somewhat stressful to all.

Some Sandwich homeowners in the States have turned to something called the Granny Pod as a middle ground solution between nursing home and home care, or simply as a place for retirement, especially if there is a single parent.

WHAT IS A GRANNY POD? Also known as MedCottages, they are prefabricated 12 x 24-foot pods designed for the backyard. They connect to existing electrical and plumbing systems.

The Granny Pod allows both the aging parents and their children to have their own personal space while still being able to connect without the hassle of fighting traffic.

Another advantage is older parents won’t feel so isolated.

They can have a pet.

If they’re mobile they may keep a flower of vegetable garden and help their children out (if they want to) with babysitting or laundry, giving them an important sense of purpose if they have too much time on their hands.

If you have a good relationship with your parents, this is a

win-win situation for both parties.

COMFORT AND SAFETY Granny Pods are built with safety in mind and include a kitchenette, a bedroom and a bathroom. Everything’s designed in a comfortable, small-scale space with easy access.

Features include handicap accessible bathrooms with railings and safety features and padded floors to cushion joint pains or falls.

Granny Pods incorporate all the technology of a modern nursing home, including robotics to monitor vital signs.

I’m not sure whether this type of advanced technology is supported on an individual basis locally and, if so, it will obviously come with a price.

However, some of the technology, including webcams and life alert systems are available and affordable.

Of course, any structure is subject to Town Planning approval and must be designed to withstand hurricanes.

I am sure the concept of Granny-Pods can be adapted by local architects and builders.

The construction industry is sluggish, so this is a good time to negotiate contracts for projects and repairs.

Mike Lightbourn is president of Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty AN ADDED PLUS Provided it conforms with the environment and doesn’t fice and so on. look odd, a Granny-type Pod can serve as an additional For more information and food for selling point for a home. (Landscaping also can work won- thought, visit the Medcottage faceders). book page.

The pod can be marketed as a guest cottage, an older child’s living space (rent free or low rent while he or she QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Email me at: info@cbbahamas.com saves for a deposit on a home), a kid’s hang out, home of-

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Treasure Cove 3 BR I 2 BA I Gated $2,500 P/M Mira Mar 3 BR | 3.5 BA | Beachfront $5,500 P/M BLAIR ESTATES Backyard Bliss with Po ol

Two Story Family Home 4 BR I 3 BA I Enclosed I Generator $489,000 I MLS: 32820 CARLA SWEETING / 242 804 1591

COLUMBUS COVE Beach Front Community

Residential/Investment Opportunity 3 BR I 2.5 BA I Gated I Pool $499,000

CHRISTOPHER ARMALY / 242 394 7070

ROSE ISLAND Private Beach

Dream Home or Airbnb 2.17 Acres $447,500 I MLS: 32374 DONNA DAVIS / 242 424 7254

CARMICHAEL RD. I 3.75 ACRES Development Property Warehousing/Office/Plaza 433’ East of Gladstone Road $1,690,650 I MLS: 30734 PATRICIA BIRCH / 242 557 0322

Harbour Breeze 3 BR | 3 BA | Harbour Views $7,000 P/M Westward Villas 3 BR | 2 BA | Generator $2,800 P/M Old Fort Bay 6 BR | 6 BA | Gated $15,000 P/M Prospect Ridge 2 BR I 3 BA I Golf Course Views $3,000 P/M

WESTRIDGE Corner Location

Ocean Views from Hilltop 121’ x 327’ Estate Lot $310,000 I MLS: 32216 PATRICIA BIRCH / 242 557 0322

PORT NEW PROVIDENCE Luxury Gated Community

170 Feet On The Canal 0.4 Acres I Private Dock $1,200,000 I MLS: 31354 CARLA SWEETING / 242 804 1591

GREEN TURTLE CAY Abaco Acreage

Ideal Resort/Marina/2nd Home 63.044 Acres I Ocean Front $2,975,000 I MLS: 29163

CHRISTOPHER ARMALY / 242 394 7070

EASTERN ROAD HOME 140 Fe et On The Ocean

Backyard Boat Dock 4 BR I 4.5 BA I Private Beach $1,088,000 I MLS: 33042 DONNA DAVIS / 242 424 7254

Eleuthera 19,600 Sq. Ft. $40,000 Freeport Canal Front 0.36 Acres $45,000 South Westridge 1.83 Acres $417,000

HARBOUR BREEZE Paradise Island

Historic Harbour Views 3 BR I 3 BA I Pool I Gym $810,000 I MLS: 32379 CARLA SWEETING / 242 804 1591

OLD FORT BAY I OCEAN DRIVE Ocean & Canal Front Lot Luxury Island Living Over 150 feet on the Ocean $8,500,000 DAVID MORLEY / 242 394 7070

OAKRIDGE ROAD Lake Cunningham Views

Panoramic Private Possibility 125’ X 313’ Elevated Lot $230,000 I MLS: 32795 PATRICIA BIRCH / 242 557 0322

PALM CAY Yamacraw Road

Premier Gated Community 3 BR I 3 BATH I Marina Views $725,000 I MLS: 30755 DONNA DAVIS / 242 424 7254

Sea Grape Road 0.87 Acres $299,000 Exuma 2.46 Acres $316,000

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DEVELOPERS DIRECT COMMERCIAL LAND OFFICE LEASE HOME RENTALS RESIDENTIAL LOTS RESTAURANT SPACE

Jolika Buckner, Broker

Lot 256 Sandyport Drive

Please contact us for price

Lot 254 Sandyport Drive

This 5,291 sf singlefamily lot home has over 150 linear feet of dockage with lovely waterway views.

Located in the gated community of Sandyport, which includes swimming pools, tennis courts and children’s playgrounds, with restaurants, bank and gym nearby.

19 Poinciana Cay

Large 9,430 sf singlefamily lot home with great canal views on the corner.

Located in the gated community of Sandyport, which includes swimming pools, tennis courts and children’s playgrounds, with restaurants, bank and gym nearby.

Please contact us for price

Church Street, Building 3

Ask us about a 2-year Rental Guarantee!

Lovely views from this 4-bed 4-bath home with own pool, dock, beach and generator.

Open-plan kitchen and dining area great for entertaining.

$1.2 million

TW SPA O C LEFTES !

Purpose built office spaces with 24-hr security, CCTV, back-up power generator, high-speed internet, ample parking, elevator and beautiful architecture in one of the most sought after locations in western New Providence. All units are finished to Sandyport Standard.

# 209 - 1,505 sf $4,138 rent $1,003.33 CAM

# 210 - 1,505 sf $4,138 rent $1,003.33 CAM

101-103 Church Street Spacious 1,640 sf open plan office with two private rooms with 24-hour security, CCTV and back-up generator. Popular restaurants, post office, gas station, bank, and gym close by.

Ample parking.

$4,510 per month $1,033.33 CAM

www.sandyport.com

Contact: Jolika Buckner, Broker | Work: 327-2425 | Cell: 376-1662 | E-mail: jbuckner@sandyport.com

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If you require further information or require assistance please feel free to contact: (242) 677-3763 | www.bumblebeebahamas.com Nassau, Bahamas

HURRICANE SHELTER YOUR LANDSCAPE THERE is no absolutes when it comes to preparing your landscape for a possible hurricane running through it. No one can say with complete certainty just how much of this or that tree you should cut so that they will receive no damage. However this is a necessary process for those of us living in the Bahamas.

Landscapes are more likely to survive a major storm intact if they are maintained throughout the year. This includes routine trimming of shrubs as well as removal of dead limbs and those located too close to a fence, house or a utility line. This should be done early in the year – well before hurricane season begins on June 1 (According to South Florida’s water management district).

Don’t wait for the last minute to have your trees addressed because if you are fortunate enough to find someone that is not busy at that point they are very likely to be in such demand that you will likely not get a very good and/or complete job and can end up losing your valuable trees as a result.

LANDSCAPES ARE MORE LIKELY TO SURVIVE A MAJOR STORM INTACT IF THEY ARE MAINTAINED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.

1. Your trees will need to be thinned to allow storm winds to filter through the trees rather than crashing into the trees and pushing them over.

2. If you have coconut trees you will likely want to remove the nuts especially those that may be in areas where they have the potential to hit windows or cars or other wise be a hazard ( remember coconut water does very well being frozen so you can still have the benefits from your trees).

3. As most of us Bahamians know from experience we must be wary of any branches that hang near to or over our roofs because when the winds pick-up, trees that seemed a safe distance from a building can cover a lot of ground and still cause expensive damage to roofs and structures in general.

4. Have all of your landscape debris removed. Another reason to not wait for the last minute to have this sort of work completed as it may be difficult to have the cuttings trucked away in a pre-hurricane rush and these branches can become a hazard lying around your yard.

But so lets say a hurricane has already passed what sort of kit should you have to try to quickly get your landscape recovering?

The following are suggested: Garden hose in the event your irrigation system is not working due to a power outage. Pruning tools ladder, tree stakes/rebar, rope, shovel, burlap or blankets to protect exposed root balls. If you are unable to secure your landscape immediately; do not use plastic as it will trap heat. Sharpened and fuelled gas-powered chainsaws, oh and bug spray.

So far this year in particular I have been very encouraged by many persons that are being proactive about preparing their landscapes for this hurricane season. They are having all of their landscape concerns addressed well in advance so that it gets all done and well done!

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CHARLOTTEVILLE Brand new 4 bed 3.5 bath home with a Mezzanine overlooking the open concept living area. New and modern home situated within the gated community of Turnberry.

The home is 2,229 sq. ft with a covered patio, infinity pool, cathedral high ceilings and home comes complete with kitchen appliances and washer and dryer. Ductless A/C units are available in all the rooms and ceiling fans can be found in the living room, all 4 bedrooms and patio. The home is ecofriendly with all walls and attic having been insulated and energy efficient with LED lighting throughout. The home windows are all 5-category hurricane impact including sliding doors to patios. Floors are porcelain tiles throughout. This gated community offers 24-hour security, community pool, club house, tennis courts and children’s playground. Ref#1839 - Carmen Massoni

$845,000

Discover Oceanfront Community For Personal Residence Or Short Term Rentals Two Storey Residence, 1934 sq ft, 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom, presents great Open Floor Plan, NEW Contemporary White Kitchen Cabinetry adding a fresh posh look, Travertine and NEW Wooden floors, 10ft ceilings throughout.

You will appreciate the natural light from this “End Unit” Residence with the additional privacy on terrace and balcony! Amenities: 24/7 Security, 1200 Ft private beach, full service marina, dockside cafe’, elegant owner’s Clubhouse with pools, fitness centre, Beachfront Bar and Grill, tennis courts, and on-site management services.

Palm Cay is an ideal location for short boating trips to Rose Island or Exumas! Ref#1803 - Marilyn Ayearst

$550,000

Twynam Heights Home

Seaview Drive Townhome

Rose Island Lot #13

Nautica Townhome

Spacious fixer upper with 6 Bed, 4 bath, 4,175 sq ft. colonial style home with dream-home potential in a highly desirable community.

Ref#1831 - JC Percentie

Spacious 2 story 2 bed, 1.5 bath townhome within a small gated complex PLUS vacant land with approved plans for 3 additional units. Additional features include central A/C, wooden cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, washer/ dryer and much more. Ref#1822 - Rudy Carroll

24,523 sq. ft. Lot with excellent elevation and water views! Build your Island home or retreat located within this private community on Rose Island. MLS 33136. Ref#1806 - Marilyn Ayearst

Charming three bed, 2.5 bath, two storey townhouse a gated community with an open floor plan, bamboo flooring, a laundry room, ample space for storage and back deck with a BBQ . The master bed is spacious with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet with an ensuite bathroom with shower and jacuzzi jetted tub. Ref#1842 Nikki Boeuff

$308,700

Boater’s Paradise CANALFRONT Building Lot 18,000 ft. with 30 ft Dock, water and electricity in Prestigious Gated Community with private beach, clay tennis courts, Clubhouse and 24/7 security.

An Ideal Location to build your dream home!

Marilyn Ayearst

$599,000

$475,000

East Street Commercial Bldg.

Commercial property in high traffic and ample parking. The ground floor is an open floor plan of 1,800 sq.ft. for commercial use and upstairs there are 2 two bed, 1 bath units and a 1 bed, 1 bath unit. Great investment opportunity. REF#1820 - Rudy Carroll

$600,000

$495,000

$500,000

Happy Trail Ranch

Bayroc Condominium

2.3 Acres Open Zoned Ranch, consisting of 10 LARGE BUILDING LOTS with a Two Bedroom Bungalow, 21 Horse and Pony Stalls, 5 Tack Rooms, Large Pasture Areas, Paddocks, plus outdoor Riding Arena. The enclosed property is enhanced by beautiful flowering Poinciana Trees and stately Royal Palms. REF#1821 Marilyn Ayearst

Spacious 3 bed, 3.5 bath 2,400 sq ft luxury condo with an amazing ocean view in a secure gated community. Pristine landscaping, 24 hour security, tennis courts, fitness center and poo. Unit offered unfurnished.

REF#1793 - Rudy Carroll

$795,000

$1,200,000

Market Street – Commercial building offering 940 sq.ft in high traffic area, street frontage, near downtown and ample parking. $1,500 Southern Shores – Newly built 4 bed, 3 bath split level home, stainless steel appliances, ductless A/C, sunken den and double garage. $2,200 Cable Beach – Now Available 3 bed, 3 bath, 3,000 sq. ft furnished condo in gated complex, Washer & Dryer and swimming pool. $3,500 Estates of Seaview – Spacious 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,540 sq. ft. split level townhome, fully furnished, equipped kitchen and pool. $3,800 East Bay Street – Beautiful 3 bed, 3 bath home with ocean views, fully furnished, pool and private dock. Ready for immediate occupancy! $10,000

Columbus Landings – FANATASTIC OPPORTUNITY! TWO single family lots (20,000sq&13,000sq) with ocean views and high elevations. $19,950 Stella Maris – Great elevated 11,356 sq. ft. lot that offers the perfect ocean views in a beautiful premier diving resort. $38,000 Imperial Park – Beautifully landscaped 7,500 sq. ft. lot with mature fruit trees, all utilities, quiet neighborhood fenced lot. $99,900 South Westridge – Large 7,140 sq. ft. duplex lot within the gated community of Emerald Coast. Priced for quick sale. $115,000 Bahama Island Sound – Three lakefront lots offering 38,600 sq. ft. in Exuma, the perfect place to build your dream home. $255,000