Gilbert Sun News Real Estate Guide November 2019

REAL ESTATE

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

2 real estate firms hail Gilbert for expansion GSN NEWS STAFF

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he housing market in Gilbert isn’t just good for sellers.

It’s good for real estate firms as well, judging by the recent announcements by two companies.

Engel & Völkers, a global luxury real estate brand founded in Germany in 1977, picked Gilbert for its third Arizona office.

Its 176th shop worldwide will be led

by Phil and Sheryl Robinson and focused on Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa and Queen Creek.

Meanwhile, Realty ONE Group in Gilbert announced the signing of its 500th agent.

“This is a significant milestone for this office and we share the excitement with the real estate professionals who have been with us since the beginning and those that are just joining,” said Shane Dodd, managing broker of Gilbert’s Realty ONE Group office.

The Realty ONE Group Gilbert office opened in 2012, and is part of the national real estate franchisor that now

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Exquisite custom home in desirable gated Homestead community in South Tempe.

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GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

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GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

Million dollar babies

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These three Gilbert homes have something in common. They all recently sold in the seven-figure range. 1) This stunning horse property on East Morgan Drive sold for just over $1 million and includes a 3,400-square foot home built in 1991, 4 acres of land with a barn that has an upper-floor apartment, lighted arena, stalls for more than a dozen horses, a small pasture and a huge diving pool. 2) This 4,400-square-foot, five-bedroom house on East Melrose Street sold for $1.3 million. Built in 1999, the two-story house sits on 2 acres and not only has covered pens for horses but a full indoor court for basketball, pickleball or tennis. The home's kitchen and four bathrooms were all remodeled this year and is one of the handful of Gilbert houses not in an HOA. 3) This ranch on E. Amber Court sold for $1.2 million. The master bedroom and the four other bedrooms in the 5,250-square-foot home have their own bathrooms. Built in 2014, it has a four-car garage and separate 50-foot RV garage as well as a separate-entrance mother-in-law suite. Set on a 20,000-square foot lot in a gated community, the house includes a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, pavered courtyard, 12-foot ceilings and a surround-sound system. 2) (Special to GSN)

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HASTINGS FARMS – CREEKSIDE

Queen Creek, AZ | Starting from the $280s

NOW SELLING! Hastings Farms Creekside Series (Parcel-B) is a Master Planned Community located in Queen Creek at the corner of Ellsworth Road and Chandler Heights. Hastings Farms Creekside Series features six distinctive floor plans offering 3 and 4 bedroom layouts with 2 and 3 car garages. These floor plans range from 1,638 square feet to 2,884 square feet. Come visit our new model homes at Hastings Farms; Queen Creek, AZ.

WE BUILD THE PLACES WHERE LIFE’S BEST MOMENTS CAN HAPPEN. Within each Cresleigh neighborhood, you’ll find new homes thoughtfully designed to suit the needs of any generation and any lifestyle, with energy efficiency and reliability at their core. Every Cresleigh team member is passionate about building a new home that you can rely on and a new home that helps you to focus on what truly matters: creating memories with the people you love.

Welcome to the neighborhood.

23440 S 210th Street, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Phone: (480) 888-1025 www.cresleigh.com

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GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

No rest for the home buyer this holiday season

BY MINDY JONES NEVAREZ GSN Guest Writer

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he last 45 days of the year will prove to be just as busy for those Gilbert families looking to make a move before the ball drops on New Year’s Day. You might think that balancing trick or treating, hoisting the flag, basting the turkey, lighting the menorah and hanging the Christmas lights would keep sellers from putting their home on the market and buyers from taking their Saturdays to search for the perfect 2020 abode, but you’d be mistaken.

Much like the buyers who’ve been stuck on the fence hoping for Gilbert prices to come down a bit before they seriously start home shopping have learned to hop off quickly, Gilbert residents are starting to see the holiday season is typically a very busy time in the local real estate market.

Prices have continued to rise since Veteran’s Day of last year and the nearly 7 percent-higher prices Valley-wide are matched by those in Gilbert.

That means that not only is Gilbert’s market representative of the best upward mo-

bility in the Valley, but a leading indicator of much of what we can expect in 2020.

While prices have gone up, affordability has remained strong, given the increase in private sector earnings supported by Gilbert’s being named the Best City for Business in Arizona by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the decrease in interest rates that make monthly payments easier to manage for growing families and investors alike.

For those buyers that have hopped off the fence, it’s been a profitable choice.

While supply is 44 percent below normal for this time of year – with only 457 homes available in Gilbert as compared to 636 this time last year – there are nearly 7 percent more buyers out there on the hunt.

They are hoping to take advantage of the rise in inventory we typically see between

Halloween and New Years Day. While we’ve got a long way to go to get as many signs in the yards as we’ll need to satisfy the hunger of Gilbert buyers hoping to settle in before 2020, our partners in new construction are doing everything they can to provide us with move-in ready options for buyers.

New construction permits are up nearly 5 percent for single-family homes with much of that inventory being built right here in Gilbert.

They include Camelot Homes, Fulton Homes, Maracay, and Meritage at Morrison Ranch, Fulton Homes in Cooley Station, Lennar at McQueen Landing, Maracay at the Lakes at Annecy and Marathon Ranch, Richmond American at Bella Verde, Shea Homes at Recker Pointe and The Reserve at Val Vista, Taylor Morrison at Whispering Rock and Greenfield Ranch, The New Home Company at Belmont, Toll Brothers at Legacy at Seville and Whitewing and Woodside Homes

at Norland at Kensington Estates.

New construction permits are up nearly 6 percent for multifamily homes but with much of that being built as apartments or rental condos/townhouses, Maracay’s Lakes at Annecy in Gilbert stands out as one of the few condo/townhouse options available for purchase in Gilbert.

Looking for a hot tip?

If you have a condo or townhouse in Gilbert and are thinking of selling it, now might be the time with very little competition from our new construction partners – whereas renting the same unit might get a little more challenging as you compete with brand new complexes with new amenities.

Gilbert residents have a lot to be thankful for this year: a strong real estate market, new developments all across town, beautiful parks to play in.

We wish your family a happy Thanksgiving full of laughter at the table and a full belly before bed.

Mindy Jones Nevarez, a Gilbert Realtor and owner of the Amy Jones Group at Keller Williams Integrity First, can be reached at 602-451-4975, Mindy@AmyJonesGroup. com or AmyJonesGroup.com

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GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

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Seven reasons to move to a life plan community

BY BHAKTI GOSALIA GSN Guest Writer

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lanning for the future means contemplating the right time to move into a life plan community, a living option that encourages an active independent lifestyle.

Life plan communities provide an engaging independent living lifestyle along with a full suite of services in the event a resident’s health needs change.

New friends. It is easier than ever to meet new friends and remain social in a life plan community. Residents can open their doors and walk down the hallway to see and get to know new friends or meet up at any one of the numerous onsite social activities. An active lifestyle with a full social calendar can help you stay happy, healthy and thriving well into your retirement.

Resort-style dining. Many life plan communities have restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner – as well as convenience shops, coffee bars and lounges for everything in-between. These communities often accommodate a variety of dietary

preferences. If you still would like to cook for yourself from time to time, many residences come with a fully equipped kitchen.

Fewer chores. You also do not have to be bothered with everyday chores and home maintenance. That gives you more time to enjoy the entire suite of services and activities provided by the community.

Waiting can limit rate options. Some life plan communities have varying rates depending on the status of your health at the

time of your move.

Enjoy all that is offered. Moving in while you’re still active gives you more time and independence to experience all the communities have to offer. Many residents state they are happy they moved in while still fully able to experience every activity and amenity to the fullest.

More time. You can continue to enjoy all your pastimes for as long as you want. You might even find that you have more time

Gilbert Real Estate Snapshot

to spend on your interests once you do not have to bother with the day-to-day routine of food preparation, maintenance and daily chores.

You could also discover a new hobby, pick up something you did not feel like you had time to do earlier in life or even find additional purpose in volunteering.

Access to healthcare. Planning ahead can save you a lot of time and money, if and when you should need to take advantage of health services such as assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing or rehabilitation.

Many life plan communities offer a continuum of care, so when you move in, you can rest knowing should your needs change, there is a team of health care professionals available to help. You can also breathe easy knowing you will not need to rely on your loved ones to take on the burden of planning for your care or taking it on themselves.

When researching, look for communities offering a lifetime guarantee for medical services.

Bhakti Gosalia is vice president of operations for Sun Health Communities. sunhealthcommunities.org.

Provided by the Amy Jones Group Your Local Real Estate Team (480) 250-3857 | www.amyjonesgroup.com

@AmyJonesGroup Each office is independently owned and operated

...a Tradition of Trust

• Average Days on Market: 39 days Down from 46 Days Last Month

• Active Listings: 681 Up from 649 Listings Last Month

• Monthly Sales: 406 Down from 441 Sales Last Month

• Listings Under Contract: 505 Down from 506 Listings Under Contract Last Month

• Average Sales Price: $386,561 Down from $400,206 Last Month

• Monthly Supply of Inventory: 1.7 Up From 1.4 Monthly Supply Last Month

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REAL ESTATE

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

No rest for the home buyer this holiday season

BY MINDY JONES NEVAREZ GSN Guest Writer

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he last 45 days of the year will prove to be just as busy for those Gilbert families looking to make a move before the ball drops on New Year’s Day. You might think that balancing trick or treating, hoisting the flag, basting the turkey, lighting the menorah and hanging the Christmas lights would keep sellers from putting their home on the market and buyers from taking their Saturdays to search for the perfect 2020 abode, but you’d be mistaken.

Much like the buyers who’ve been stuck on the fence hoping for Gilbert prices to come down a bit before they seriously start home shopping have learned to hop off quickly, Gilbert residents are starting to see the holiday season is typically a very busy time in the local real estate market.

Prices have continued to rise since Veteran’s Day of last year and the nearly 7 percent-higher prices Valley-wide are matched by those in Gilbert.

That means that not only is Gilbert’s market representative of the best upward mo-

bility in the Valley, but a leading indicator of much of what we can expect in 2020.

While prices have gone up, affordability has remained strong, given the increase in private sector earnings supported by Gilbert’s being named the Best City for Business in Arizona by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the decrease in interest rates that make monthly payments easier to manage for growing families and investors alike.

For those buyers that have hopped off the fence, it’s been a profitable choice.

While supply is 44 percent below normal for this time of year – with only 457 homes available in Gilbert as compared to 636 this time last year – there are nearly 7 percent more buyers out there on the hunt.

They are hoping to take advantage of the rise in inventory we typically see between

Halloween and New Years Day. While we’ve got a long way to go to get as many signs in the yards as we’ll need to satisfy the hunger of Gilbert buyers hoping to settle in before 2020, our partners in new construction are doing everything they can to provide us with move-in ready options for buyers.

New construction permits are up nearly 5 percent for single-family homes with much of that inventory being built right here in Gilbert.

They include Camelot Homes, Fulton Homes, Maracay, and Meritage at Morrison Ranch, Fulton Homes in Cooley Station, Lennar at McQueen Landing, Maracay at the Lakes at Annecy and Marathon Ranch, Richmond American at Bella Verde, Shea Homes at Recker Pointe and The Reserve at Val Vista, Taylor Morrison at Whispering Rock and Greenfield Ranch, The New Home Company at Belmont, Toll Brothers at Legacy at Seville and Whitewing and Woodside Homes

at Norland at Kensington Estates.

New construction permits are up nearly 6 percent for multifamily homes but with much of that being built as apartments or rental condos/townhouses, Maracay’s Lakes at Annecy in Gilbert stands out as one of the few condo/townhouse options available for purchase in Gilbert.

Looking for a hot tip?

If you have a condo or townhouse in Gilbert and are thinking of selling it, now might be the time with very little competition from our new construction partners – whereas renting the same unit might get a little more challenging as you compete with brand new complexes with new amenities.

Gilbert residents have a lot to be thankful for this year: a strong real estate market, new developments all across town, beautiful parks to play in.

We wish your family a happy Thanksgiving full of laughter at the table and a full belly before bed.

Mindy Jones Nevarez, a Gilbert Realtor and owner of the Amy Jones Group at Keller Williams Integrity First, can be reached at 602-451-4975, Mindy@AmyJonesGroup. com or AmyJonesGroup.com

REAL ESTATE

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

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Seven reasons to move to a life plan community

BY BHAKTI GOSALIA GSN Guest Writer

P

lanning for the future means contemplating the right time to move into a life plan community, a living option that encourages an active independent lifestyle.

Life plan communities provide an engaging independent living lifestyle along with a full suite of services in the event a resident’s health needs change.

New friends. It is easier than ever to meet new friends and remain social in a life plan community. Residents can open their doors and walk down the hallway to see and get to know new friends or meet up at any one of the numerous onsite social activities. An active lifestyle with a full social calendar can help you stay happy, healthy and thriving well into your retirement.

Resort-style dining. Many life plan communities have restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner – as well as convenience shops, coffee bars and lounges for everything in-between. These communities often accommodate a variety of dietary

preferences. If you still would like to cook for yourself from time to time, many residences come with a fully equipped kitchen.

Fewer chores. You also do not have to be bothered with everyday chores and home maintenance. That gives you more time to enjoy the entire suite of services and activities provided by the community.

Waiting can limit rate options. Some life plan communities have varying rates depending on the status of your health at the

time of your move.

Enjoy all that is offered. Moving in while you’re still active gives you more time and independence to experience all the communities have to offer. Many residents state they are happy they moved in while still fully able to experience every activity and amenity to the fullest.

More time. You can continue to enjoy all your pastimes for as long as you want. You might even find that you have more time

Gilbert Real Estate Snapshot

to spend on your interests once you do not have to bother with the day-to-day routine of food preparation, maintenance and daily chores.

You could also discover a new hobby, pick up something you did not feel like you had time to do earlier in life or even find additional purpose in volunteering.

Access to healthcare. Planning ahead can save you a lot of time and money, if and when you should need to take advantage of health services such as assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing or rehabilitation.

Many life plan communities offer a continuum of care, so when you move in, you can rest knowing should your needs change, there is a team of health care professionals available to help. You can also breathe easy knowing you will not need to rely on your loved ones to take on the burden of planning for your care or taking it on themselves.

When researching, look for communities offering a lifetime guarantee for medical services.

Bhakti Gosalia is vice president of operations for Sun Health Communities. sunhealthcommunities.org.

Provided by the Amy Jones Group Your Local Real Estate Team (480) 250-3857 | www.amyjonesgroup.com

@AmyJonesGroup Each office is independently owned and operated

...a Tradition of Trust

• Average Days on Market: 39 days Down from 46 Days Last Month

• Active Listings: 681 Up from 649 Listings Last Month

• Monthly Sales: 406 Down from 441 Sales Last Month

• Listings Under Contract: 505 Down from 506 Listings Under Contract Last Month

• Average Sales Price: $386,561 Down from $400,206 Last Month

• Monthly Supply of Inventory: 1.7 Up From 1.4 Monthly Supply Last Month

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GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

Camelot Homes to debut new models GSN NEWS STAFF

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amelot Homes, one of the oldest, family-owned homebuilders in Arizona, will open two model homes Nov. 23 at Heirloom at Morrison Ranch.

Gilbert’s newest luxury community offers 56 homes on quarter-acre lots, each with easy access to play areas, lakes, and greenbelts in one of Arizona’s most family-friendly neighborhoods.

Award-winning architect Robert Hidey designed four brand-new floor plans for Heirloom, and each plan offers three separate styles to choose from.

Plans include both single- and two-story options ranging from 3,100 to 5,400 square feet, up to seven bedrooms and seven-and-a-half bathrooms

Check us out and like the Gilbert Sun News on Facebook and follow @gilbertsunnews on Twitter.

and attached three- or four-car garages.

“Our architect was painstaking in his efforts to balance luxury and comfort while also maximizing the benefits of living in Morrison Ranch,” said Trent Hancock, vice president of sales and marketing for Camelot Homes.

“It’s an entirely new take on luxury with front-yard living, a custom look from the street, and fine details throughout the interiors,” he added.

Heirloom home exteriors feature diverse details and color schemes along with thoughtful touches like shutters, iron accents and stone detailing.

They also boast well-appointed and spacious kitchens, energy-efficient features, and more than a dozen customization options.

Information: camelothomes.com.

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has more than 240 offices in 36 in the U.S. and Canada. it’s been listed as one of the nation’s 10 fastest-growing franchisors by units.

SPOTLIGHT TLIGHT home The Bridges

Camelot Homes will open two models at Heirloom at Morrison Ranch this week. The community will see 56 homes on quarter-acre lots. (Camelot Homes)

CEO/founder Kuba Jewgieniew attributed the office’s growth to people who “want something different, better and we’re happy to be the ones to give them that opportunity.”

Engler & & Völkers Americas Pres-

You won’t want to miss this OVERSIZED home centrally located in The Bridges at Gilbert!

This FRESHLY PAINTED 6 bedroom PLUS DEN and 4.5 bathroom home has TWO spacious MASTER BEDROOMS, with one on the main floor alternatively used as a GUEST SUITE. Be creative and make use of the other FLEX SPACES such as the oversized LOFT, DEN and the TEEN RETREAT (which is connected to 3 of the upstairs bedrooms!). Each bedroom also features it’s own adjacent or JACK-and-JILL bathroom! The kitchen has 2 islands and HUGE walk-in PANTRY, with plenty of space for a large dining table.

Formal dining and living rooms round out the main floor living space. Don’t miss the backyard with POOL, travertine and paver patios, fire pit, and above ground SPA.

Listed for $750,000!

(480) 250-3857 www.AmyJonesGroup.com

ident Anthony Hitt noted Maricopa County is the fastest-growing county in the country and called the Robinsons “ideal partners to expand Engel & Völkers’ presence in this evolving real estate market.”

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GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 17, 2019

8291 S HOMESTEAD Lane

Listed for $974,900

Exquisite custom home in desirable gated Homestead community in South Tempe. Hard to find walk-out basement is a perfect MotherIn-Law Suite. Situated on a N/S corner lot surrounded by mature trees.

Oversized 3 car garage. This light, bright and open split floor plan features polished travertine flooring, Italian style pillars, two-tone paint throughout, plantation wood shutters, impressive coffered ceiling, wet bar and so much more! Large kitchen with kitchen island, granite slab counter tops and walk-in pantry opens to a breakfast nook with bay windows opens to large family room with built-in entertainment niches and corner gas-fireplace. Surround sound in kitchen, family, dining room, master bedroom & basement.

Entertainers backyard. The extended flagstone tiled patio, sparkling pebble tec pool and builtin BBQ is great to unwind after a long day or invite friends and family.

Beautiful home located in Sunland Springs Village.

You will love this home, it is light, bright and open.

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath plus den has been well maintained and cared for. You won’t be disappointed.

With my full service listing, the seller will save $10,300.

Offered at $440,000 Call me today for details on this property, and ask how YOU can save THOUSANDS by listing your home with me.

Janet Rogers

If you are interested in Buying, Selling, Renting or Investing, allow me to be your Neighborhood Real Estate Specialist.

I have a system and a team in place to help you find your dream home!

Call, Text or Email me for a consultation. timboylessellsazhomes@gmail.com

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