October Monthly Sheriff’s Deeds Report for Ann Arbor and All Washtenaw County

Monthly Sheriff Deeds Recorded Drops Again in All Washtenaw County, Michigan

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The future is bright with the news release from Washtenaw County’s Clerk and Register of Deeds Office.  There were only 74 Sheriff’s Deeds recorded by Washtenaw County in October.

With year-to-date totals, comparing 2011 to 2012 there was a 24.6% drop in the total number of recorded sheriff’s deeds.  All signs heading in the right direction. DOWN!!  The numbers are indicating a strong finish as we head into the last 2 months of the year.  Totals have not looked this good since 2006.

Have you been sitting back waiting for the market to improve?  All signs show – It’s a Go! Time to list your home.  With Forclosures down in Washtenaw County, and less inventory on the market, and interest rates still at all-time lows, sellers have been receiving multiple offers on their homes.  Buyers are pre-approved with their low interest rate loans and eager to take advantage of favorable market conditions.

Call Kathy Toth and Team at 734.426.6669 and list your home today.

Take a moment and review the data from as far back as 2002 – 2012 which has been provided for you by Lawrence Kestenbaum, Washtenaw County’s Clerk and Register of Deeds.

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Ann Arbor Community Events and Entertainment for December

December has arrived and there is something for everyone here in Ann Arbor. Take a look at a few of the events happening around town this month!

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Dec. 06, 2012 – Dec. 09, 2012

Wild Swan Theater presents: A Christmas Carol

Adventure Series, Ages 7+

Based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted for Wild Swan by Jeff Duncan with original music by composer Tom Schnauber, Wild Swan’s version of this wonderful holiday classic has been created especially for family audiences. A Christmas Carol tells of the astonishing transformation of miserly old Ebeneezer Scrooge after he is visited by three spirits on the night before Christmas.

Towsley Auditorium, Morris Lawence Bldg, at WCC , 4800 East Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor
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When: Thurs & Fri – 10:00a.m. & 12:30p.m. Sun – 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $10-Youth & Senior; $15-Adults, $3 Lap Pass ( 2 and under)

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Dec. 06, 2012 – Dec. 09, 2012

UM School of Music, Theatre & Dance Presents: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

One of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, A Midsummer Night’s Dream conjures a mystical existence where chaos, love, obsession, and transformation collide. In the four worlds of the Dream, the privilege of the court, the rebellion and hormonal surge of the lovers, the magical domestic unrest of the fairies, and the boundless naïve enthusiasm of the rude mechanicals are thoroughly interwoven through Shakespeare’s unparalleled lyrical poetry. Combining epiphanies, malicious tricks, spells, abandonments, betrayals, and reconciliations, A Midsummer Night’s Dream leads us on an exhilarating journey through love’s fire.

Power Center for the Performing Arts, 121 Fletcher St. Ann Arbor
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When: Thursday at 7:30pm, Friday and Saturday at 8pm, and Sunday at 2pm
Cost: $20-$26
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December 07, 2012

The Michigan Theater Presents: Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale

It’s the eve of Christmas in northern Finland, and an ‘archeological’ dig has just unearthed the real Santa Claus. But this particular Santa isn’t the one you want coming to town. When the local children begin mysteriously disappearing, young Pietari and his father Rauno, a reindeer hunter by trade, capture the mythological being and attempt to sell Santa to the misguided leader of the multinational corporation sponsoring the dig. Santa’s elves, however, will stop at nothing to free their fearless leader from captivity. What ensues is a wildly humorous nightmare – a fantastically bizarre polemic on modern day morality. Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale is a re-imagining of the most classic of all childhood fantasies, and is a darkly comic gem soon to be required perennial holiday viewing.

Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor
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When: Friday December 07, 2012 at 7:00pm & 10:00pm
Cost: General Admission: $10, Students/Veterans/Seniors/Children under 12: $8
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December 08, 2012

Tiny Expo 2012

Ann Arbor’s biggest little indie arts & craft fair is back again! The Tiny Expo will feature local artists and crafters selling their wares, displays of unusual merit, food, film and libations.Come get your holiday gifts from the locals!  The holiday pandemonium takes place at Metal and Pot & Box on Felch St in Downtown Ann Arbor.

220 Flech St, Ann Arbor
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When: Saturday December 08, 2012 from 10:00am-7:00pm
Cost: This is a free event.

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December 08, 2012

UMS Presents: The Dianne Reeves Quartet with Special Guest Raul Midon

Can music surprise? Blue Note recording artist Dianne Reeves is one of the pre-eminent jazz vocalists in the world today. This special concert is opened with a set by Raul Midón, a blind singer-songwriter and guitarist whose singular, timeless soul/pop/jazz sound resulted in a standing ovation when he appeared on “Late Night with David Letterman” and an open invitation back to “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” Guitar magazine describes him as “One of those rare musical forces that reminds us how strong and deep the connection between man and music can sometimes be.”

Mention the promo code AAACVB and get 25% off your ticket purchase! There are three easy ways to order:
1. By phone. Contact Sarah Wilber, Group Sales Coordinator, at 734-763-3100 and mention the promo code.
2. In person. Visit the Michigan League Ticket Office (911 N. University Avenue, Ann Arbor) and mention the promo code.
3. Online. Online orders can be placed at www.ums.org – pick the performance, choose your seats, and enter the promotion code at checkout.

Hill Auditorium, 825 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor
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When: Saturday December 08, 2012 at 8:00pm
Cost: $10-48

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December 09, 2012

Ann Arbor Antiques Market

In 2012, the Ann Arbor Antiques Market will continue its tradition as a mainstay in the field of antiques and select collectibles. The Market offers the public a vast selection of quality antiques in the comfortable surroundings of seven buildings and numerous tent canopies.

For 44 years the Ann Arbor Antiques Market has offered a wide range of quality antiques and collectibles to buyers throughout the United States and Canada.
Exhibitors have sucessfully offered for sale every type of antique imaginable from early Americana to Art Deco. The large crowds at each show have provided dealers with knowledgeable customers and have given an economic boost to the entire field of diversified collecting throughout the years.

Washtenaw County Farm Council Fairgrounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor
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When: Sunday December 09, 2012 – To Be Announced
Cost: To Be Announced
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December 31, 2012

Guy Hollerin’s & 89.1 WEMU Present: 2012 New Years Eve Blues Bash!

Guy Hollerin’s & WEMU have planned an amazing night to help ring in 2013!  Check out all the details below, definitely sounds like it’s going to be one heck of a party!

Light Midnight Hors d’oeuvres Buffet, party favors, balloon drop, champagne toast and live entertainment featuring Chris Canas Blues Revolution opening at 8:00pm and The Bluescasters taking the stage from 9:30pm to 1:00am.
Limited Menu will be available from 7:00pm until 11:00pm
Get a ticket and a hotel room for $113.00; add a ticket for $20.00
Get your reservations in quick only 200 tickets available.  No Reserved Seating.  First Come, First Served Basis.  Doors Open at 7:00pm, No Cancellations.

Guy Hollerin’s, 3600 Plymouth Rd Ann Arbor
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When: Monday December 31, 2012 at 7:00pm
Cost: $20
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Above was a sampling of the activities occurring in our community during the month of October. Please be sure to check out one of the many events being held during the month and have a good time!

Click here to view community events in Ann Arbor, MI for the month of November.

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U of M Athletics and football featured by Sixty Minutes

$133 million dollars U of M athletic department budget is watched closely by Dave Brandon.  See video featuring athletic programs as business models that need to be sustainable.  Michigan’s athletic department sold bonds to generate excited fans.

The indoor practice facility has been renovated and is shown here in the video by Coach Hoke.  This helps recruit top athletes and generates huge fund raising.

Alabama’s athletic department profits have tripled.

Is there too much pressure on student athletes? Watch our great treasure – U of M Football via 60 minutes. I agree with Brandon, they did a fair job.  I am one of University of Michigan’s biggest fans when not selling homes in Ann Arbor.

Lake Front Homes in Ann Arbor Area

  • Popular Lake Front Homes For Sale in Washtenaw and Southern Livingston County.  Sometimes you get the best deals when the competition is reduced.  If you are looking for lakefront, it is not too early to get started.
  • Hamburg $879,000 

    Hamburg

    Too Long, See Records, Hamburg

    4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1 Half | 4920 SqFt | 13.5 Acres

     

  • Webster Virtual Tour $619,900 

     Webster

    Unit 5 Huntley, Webster

    4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 2405 SqFt | .45 Acres

     

  • Hamburg $499,000

     Hamburg

    Sec. 28 T1n R5e Beg At Sw Cor Lot, Hamburg

    3 Beds | 3 Baths | 3200 SqFt | 1 Acres

     

  • Hamburg $389,900

     Hamburg

    471518401905 & 471518401038, Hamburg

    3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 2384 SqFt | .68 Acres

     

  • Hamburg Virtual Tour $349,900

    Hamburg

    Sec 35 T1n R5e Com Sw Cor Said Sec Th S 88*05’44″E 1808.2, Hamburg

    3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2498 SqFt | 2.15 Acres

     

  • Putnam $299,900

    Putnam

    Sec 24 T1n R4e…. Full Legal As An Attachment, Putnam

    3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1 Half | 3136 SqFt | 5 Acres

     

  • Hamburg $249,000

    M&B Desc Being Part Of Nw 1/4 Sec 36 T1n, R5e, Hamburg

    3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1536 SqFt | .52 Acres

     

  • Webster $245,900

    Unit 110 Westridge Of Dexter, Webster

    3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1835 SqFt

     

  • Lyndon $239,000

      Lyndon

    Ly 46-79 & 80 Lots 193 – 201 Inclusive Home Wild Resort, Lyndon

    4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1200 SqFt

     

  • Hamburg $159,000 

    Hamburg

    Shan Gri La Subn Annex #5 Lot 103, Hamburg

    2 Beds | 1 Baths | 1145 SqFt | .24 Acres

    The lake front homes are in neighbor centric areas.  Neighbors know when they are going to sell.  If you are thinking of buying lake front, it is never too early to meet with us to uncover the homes before they hit the market. 734-669-0337.

Barton Hills Homes for Sale

Market Trends: 11/27/2012 in Barton Hills and Market Snapshot

Barton Hills homes for Sale

Total Homes Listed: 5 Month-Over-Month Change: +25%

Average List Price: $1,368,800 Month-Over-Month Change: +10.19%

Median List Price: $1,595,000 Month-Over-Month Change: +39.06%

Single-Family Home
4.6 Bedrooms
4.6 Baths
$1,368,800 Average List Price
$302/SqFt Average Price per SqFt.

Average Price by Bedrooms:
3 Bedrooms: $550,000
4 Bedrooms: $1,147,000
5 Bedrooms: N/A
Top 5 Most Viewed Properties

Top 5 Most Viewed Properties
100  Underdown 100 Underdown 6 beds / 8 baths $2,150,000
225  Corrie Rd 225 Corrie Rd 6 beds / 5 baths $1,850,000
485  Barton North Drive 485 Barton North Drive 4 beds / 4.5 baths $1,595,000
500  Barton Shore Dr 500 Barton Shore Dr 4 beds / 3 baths $699,000
1000  Country Club Dr
Located just northwest of Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County, the village of Barton Hills possesses one of the highest per capita incomes in the United States. Situated along the Huron River, Barton Hills offers a wooded setting with dazzling homes and a friendly atmosphere. For those looking for a home that has privacy without seclusion, Barton Hills is the place to begin your real estate search. Barton Hills homeowners have the option for membership to the Barton Hills Country Club, which continues to be one of the most exclusive, private country clubs in the region.
Do you know any one moving to or from Barton Hills?  Let us help: 734-669-0337.

Sneak Peak – Dexter, MI 100 Year Old Farm House on 2 Acres

Take a sneak peak at this Dexter, historic, 100 year old farm house on 2 acres in Webster Township – coming on the market soon.  Price to be $79,000. Dexter, Michigan is located northwest of Ann Arbor.  This home, at 9500 Huron River, is located north of North Territorial Road, just a stone throw from the Huron River which is accessible from the old Bell Road Bridge for fishing. The original owner, Catherine Deisinger used to feed the workers who mined the gravel pit while they built and spread the gravel on North Territorial Road.

This home is subject to tenants rights.  Tenant is on month to month lease.  2,066 square feet, 2 bedrooms downstairs, 4 rooms upstairs with no closets. Built in 1876 with out buildings and detached garage shown. Well and Septic. Winter tax $2,792 and summer tax $1,112.

To search for homes available in Dexter, MI go to www.HomeSearchAnnArbor.com

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Stonebridge Homes For Sale Offer Variety of Choices

Market Trends: 11/24/2012 for Stonebridge Golf Community

Popularity of Ann Arbor Neighborhood Video Tours Lead to New Video Website for Kathy Toth & Team

When Ann Arbor REALTOR® Kathy Toth began using videos to provide information about neighborhoods and homes in

Number one Ashley

Ann Arbor and Dexter, she had no idea how popular those videos would become. Now, over 100 videos and over 80,600 views later, www.AnnArborRealEstate.tv breaks ground as a video-centric website. The new site is a convenient resource for anyone who would like an instant tour of area neighborhoods.

Neighborhood videos and video home listings are increasingly popular, thanks to mobile technology trends and consumer preferences for visual information. “There is nothing more immediate than video,” says Kathy Toth, who has been selling real estate since 1989. She adds, “Quality is everything in a video. We present neighborhoods and homes professionally, which benefits the viewer as well as the client.”

To create high-quality videos, Toth enlisted the help of a local video production firm, Mixed Media, to produce full-motion video tours of popular Ann Arbor and Dexter subdivisions. Many of the videos offer a drive through the neighborhood, providing true-to-life street tours, as well as views of local parks and home interiors.

Toth’s clients love being able to discover a neighborhood this way, “It’s convenient, saves gas and truly gives us enough of a peek into a subdivision to determine if the area warrants further consideration” states Pat Strabbing Toth’s Ann Arbor buyer client.

Mixed Media and The Kathy Toth Team have been working together on the video projects throughout the last year. To date, they have completed over 100 Ann Arbor area neighborhood videos, with more likely to come. Before proceeding with the project, both parties knew that in order for the videos to be beneficial, the quality would have to be a cut above what is customarily seen on YouTube.

Toth explains, “Up until now, REALTORS® have commonly used basic photo slideshows to showcase the neighborhoods they service. With the growing popularity of video, Ann Arbor area home buyers are expecting successful REALTORS® to utilize the most advanced technology in their marketing plans.”
“The clearest trend in real estate video marketing is towards quality and away from user-generated content. People serious about finding a real estate practitioner or selling their homes look for agents that market themselves and their properties with the utmost professionalism,” said Christian Sterner, co-founder of WellcomeMat. “Video is a highly effective communication tool, but that is where user-generated content should end. As real estate marketers, it is not enough to just do video: it must be done with class.”

The success of the videos led to the need for a one-stop website, where viewers could easily select from the neighborhoods that interested them. For this project, Toth turned to Shane Pendley at Parus Solution Marketing. The result was an innovative website containing very few words, relying instead on robust video content. The site quickly evolved to include informative videos for home buying, selling, and short sales, featuring Toth delivering expert tips and advice.

Being a top-producing Associate Broker, Toth is always eager to provide cutting edge services to her clients. Adding professional video was a natural fit to her growing menu of client services. To view videos featuring Ann Arbor and Dexter neighborhoods, visit Kathy Toth & Team’s new video website at www.AnnArborRealEstate.tv. For more information about Kathy Toth & Team and their array of client services, visit www.KathyToth.com.

Kathy Toth & Team have been serving Washtenaw County real estate including Dexter, Ann Arbor, Chelsea and Saline clients for over 20 years. They are among the top one percent of REALTORS® nationally and have been featured twice on House Hunters HGTV. Toth works directly with listing and buyer representative partners, with a goal of exceeding her client’s expectations while meeting their real estate purchase or sale objectives.

Kathy Toth and Team
www.KathyToth.com

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Ann Arbor Real Estate Market Up

Ann Arbor prices, volume, and number of homes  sold are up in Washtenaw County real estate.  Sales continues to remain strong in October of 2012 according to the Ann Arbor Area Board of REALTORS.  Robust is the word being used to describe the fast pace of residential real estate sales in October. Real estate sales in Washtenaw County, during the month October, has continued in the same upward trend that’s been taking place throughout the year.  Want to Know What your Home is Worth? 

 

The total year-to-date residential sales dollar volume is also up 19.3%. 

The number of listings on the market is slightly less than last year, and have continued to be low all year which is leading to higher sales prices for Sellers. This is a great reason to list your home as buyers are qualified and looking to purchase.  With less properties on the market many sellers have been receiving multiple offers.

Year-to-date, the average residential sale price is $211,738, an increase of 9.8 percent over last year.

The average sale price for residential real estate in October was $216,465, an increase of 14.6 percent over October last year.

Residential real estate sales units are up as well with an increase of 25.7 percent over last year, with 264 units sold in October 2012 compared to 210 units sold in October 2011.

 The number of homes sold  Year-to-Date is up 9%.

The average List Price in October 2012 (highlighted in Yellow below) for the Washtenaw County area is up 14% over October 2011.

The “Monthly Housing Statistics” published each month by the Ann Arbor Area Board of REALTORS® represent the housing activity of the Multiple Listing Service and not necessarily all the housing activity that has occurred in Washtenaw County. If you would like more details or information about our statistics, please email [email protected].

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Dexter Luxury Homes For Sale

Right now there are 18 homes priced above $500,000 in Dexter, MI.  Let us know if this is the area you are looking at, we are local and can help with Dexter activities, Dexter videos, school data, mortgage shopping, etc.

  • Under Contract! $999,000

    1Webster

    Unit 3 Cobblestone Estates Ii, Webster

    5 Beds | 5 Baths | 1 Half | 4800 SqFt | 11 Acres

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  • Dexter-Webster $899,000

    2Dexter-Webster

    On File, Dexter-Webster

    4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 3800 SqFt | 5 Acres

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  • Webster Virtual Tour $895,000

    3Webster

    On File At Listing Office, Webster

    5 Beds | 4 Baths | 1 Half | 3052 SqFt | 9.8 Acres

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  • Webster Virtual Tour $849,500

    4Webster

    Unit 3 Webster Hills Condo, Webster

    5 Beds | 4 Baths | 1 Half | 3109 SqFt | 2 Acres

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  • Scio Virtual Tour $799,900

    5Scio

    Metes & Bounds, Scio

    3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1524 SqFt | 77.5 Acres

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  • Dexter Virtual Tour $780,000

    6Dexter

    Unit 41 Webster Hills, Dexter

    4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3002 SqFt | 2.8 Acres

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  • Scio Virtual Tour $694,900

    7Scio

    Site 38 The Preserves, Scio

    5 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 3636 SqFt | 1.06 Acres

  • Webster $675,000

    8Webster

    Unit 7 Webster Hills Condominiums, Webster

    3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 2930 SqFt | 2.05 Acres

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  • Dexter Virtual Tour $658,000

    9Dexter

    On File, Dexter

    4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 4191 SqFt | 19.12 Acres

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  • Scio $605,000

    10Scio

    Site 37, The Preserve Of Dexter, Scio

    4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 3406 SqFt | 1.18 Acres

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  • Lima $599,900

    11Lima

    Tbd, Lima

    3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1 Half | 3342 SqFt | 6.4 Acres

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  • Webster Virtual Tour $599,900

    12Webster

    Part Of Sw 1/4 Section 15, Webster

    3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1 Half | 3000 SqFt | 4.46 Acres

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  • Scio $599,000

    13Scio

    Unit 82, The Preserve Of Dexter, Scio

    3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 3340 SqFt | 1.1 Acres

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  • Lima $599,000

    14Lima

    Beg, Being A Part Of E 3/4 Of Sec. 24 T2s-R4e 28.40 Ac, Lima

    3 Beds | 1 Baths | 1000 SqFt | 28.45 Acres

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  • Scio $587,000

    15Scio

    Site 39, The Preserve Of Dexter, Scio

    4 Beds | 4 Baths | 1 Half | 3725 SqFt | 1.14 Acres

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  • Webster $549,900

    16Webster

    Unit #16 Timber Ridge, Webster

    3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1 Half | 3601 SqFt | 1.33 Acres

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  • ScioUnder Contract! Virtual Tour $524,000

    17Scio

    Part Of The Nw 1/4 Of Section 7, Township Of Scio…, Scio

    4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1 Half | 3412 SqFt | 3.35 Acres

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  • Webster Virtual Tour $510,000

    18Webster

    Unit 7 Cedar Hills Condo, Webster

    4 Beds | 4 Baths | 1 Half | 3100 SqFt | 2.01 Acres

Listing PhotoClick to view larger images of this Cedar Hills luxury home.

Country elegance and charm abound in this stately traditional home. Call today for your private showing of this Cedar Hills luxury home – 734-669-0337.  We sell many luxury homes in Dexter, MI 48130.