May 2013 Ann Arbor Real Estate Statistics

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May 2013 real estate sales statistics have been posted by the the Ann Arbor Area Board of REALTORS®.

  • The average sales price was $246,305, an increase of 20% over last year.
  • New listings are up 16% over the previous month and 7% over last year.
  • The average days on the market has decreased from 71 days to 39 days.

The market is on the upswing and now is a great time to sell your Ann Arbor area home!  If you are thinking of selling or buying a home in the Ann Arbor area we’d love to hear from you.  Please contact us today with any questions you may have or to get started! We look forward to hearing from you!

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Ann Arbor Real Estate; 525 Second Street, Ann Arbor, MI

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525 Second Street

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Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Square Feet: 1,896

 

 

 

 

Can you say Classic Old West Side Home with front porch swing and large double lot private fenced backyard with garden? Look no farther it’s here. Totally remodeled home that keeps its charm but gives you modern living at its finest. Large kitchen with custom glass cabinets and stainless steel appliances comes with a tiled breakfast nook with French doors to a large outside deck. Living room, family room and formal dining room with hardwood floors along with a bath and sauna finish off the downstairs. Upstairs has been opened up with cathedral ceilings and skylights in all the bedrooms and large main bath. The master suit has a sitting room, closets and skylight along with a large master bath with glass and tiled shower. There is a carport and an enclosed work shop/potting shed located just steps away from the deck. Easy walk to downtown Ann Arbor and Central U of M campus. This kind of home on the Old West Side does not come along to often so schedule a showing to view this Ann Arbor real estate before it’s too late.

 

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Dexter Real Estate for Sale; 8725 Boxelder Lane, Dexter, MI

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8725 Boxelder Lane, Thorton Farms Subdivision

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Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Square Feet: 2,592

 

 

The Traverse Plan is the perfect home for a growing family in need of space. This move-in condition Dexter real estate has 2,592 sq. ft. of useable space. Upstairs this home offers 2 full baths, 4 spacious bedrooms, including a gracious master suite-complete with all the amenities like a huge custom walk-in closet and private bath. A large loft/study and convenient laundry room complete the second floor. Downstairs, a large cherry hardwood floor center island kitchen with an eating nook and walk-in pantry that opens into an oversized step-down family room with gas fireplace that is perfect for entertaining. A spacious flex room can be used for a dining or living room plus a cherry hardwood floor powder room and foyer completes the main level. This home also has a large basement with egress window and an attached two car garage for great storage. This home is well landscaped with a picturesque pond view and a large stamped concrete stained patio perfect for the BBQ specialist in the family.

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Ann Arbor Ranked as One of the Most Well-Read Cities

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Ann Arbor ranks on top of many “Best City” lists, but recently Ann Arbor has another benchmark they can check off: 6th Most Well-Read City in the United States. Compiled by Amazon.com, Ann Arbor has shown its position as a city that loves to read – including books, e-books, magazines, and newspapers. Beating out cities like Berkeley, California and Seattle, Washington, Ann Arbor is letting the nation know we are interested in everything fiction and non-fiction.

Ann Arbor Reading

How Did We Make The List?

Amazon.com’s list is created annually after they thoroughly analyzed the sales of print and Kindle-format materials on a per-capita basis in cities of more than 100,000 as of June 1, 2012. The list is proof that the country is reading, according to Sara Nelson from Amazon’s Editorial Department. But the more interesting question is what book is Ann Arbor’s favorite? That answer is “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn. It was the most purchased book in Ann Arbor as of this year.

Are Ann Arbor Residents Buying Books Locally or Online?

According to Nicola Rooney, owner of Nicola’s Books, the answer is yes and no. Though Amazon does consist of a majority of book sales, Rooney has noticed an increase of local business since the downtown Borders closed. Customers are looking for recommendations, local expertise, and the right atmosphere to find their books. With this in mind, people love visiting book shops, perusing a little bit, and maybe bringing a copy to a nearby coffee store. Reading is apparently on the top of Ann Arbor’s mind and is no doubt contributed by the University of Michigan’s student base.

Amazon’s Top 20 List

  1. Alexandria, VA
  2. Knoxville, Tenn.
  3. Miami, FL
  4. Cambridge, Mass.
  5. Orlando, FL
  6. Ann Arbor, MI
  7. Berkeley, CA
  8. Cincinnati, OH
  9. Columbia, SC
  10. Pittsburgh, PA
  11. St. Louis, MO
  12. Salt Lake City, UT
  13. Seattle, WA
  14. Vancouver, WA
  15. Gainesville, FL
  16. Atlanta, GA
  17. Dayton, OH
  18. Richmond, VA
  19. Clearwater, FL
  20. Tallahasee, FL

With this in mind, the better question is what book have you read recently? Feel free to share in the comments sections below!

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Dexter Wellness Center Open With Focus on Fun, Fitness, Exercise and Healthy Living

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The Dexter Wellness Center is now Open and the focus is on Fun, Fitness, Exercise, and Healthy Living.

Kathy Toth and Builder, Architect Steve Brouwer
Kathy Toth with Builder-Architect Steve Brouwer

The Dexter Wellness Center is a beautiful state-of-the-art fitness facility offering something for everyone when it comes to your well-rounded health and fitness. Local Builder Architect, Steve Brouwer, Owner and President of A. R. Brouwer Company said that “We are very pleased to be a part of such an important community asset.”  The project was completed on time and to raving reviews.  The new facility incorporates into the 2-level plan a Basketball Court, Swimming and Therapy Pool, Fitness Studios and Track.   View the floor plan here before you go. 

Check out some of the following activities:  Group Exercise; Aquatic Classes; Indoor Cycling; Yoga and Pilates; Personal Training; and even Massage Therapy.  Maybe you prefer taking group classes. Take time to become a part of the Five Healthy Towns Project (5H).  Dexter, Michigan is included in this forward thinking initiative. The goal is to create the healthiest 5 communities in the Midwest.  They include Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, Manchester and Stockbridge, Michigan.  So let’s get moving.  Read More about (5H).

All types of memberships are available at the Dexter Wellness Center, such as standard, corporate, family.  If you have any questions at all you can call them at 734.580-2500, or ask your questions online. Get your start on fitness and make it a part of your everyday lifestyle.  The Dexter Wellness Center is located at 2810 Baker Road in Dexter, MI.

Dexter Real Estate; 7061 Webster Station, Dexter MI 48130

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8.0 Acres

Lovely home site for executive retreat where you’ll hear the sounds of nature, great views and the shining stars at night. Build your dream home here. Perk test, soils, topographical map and surveys are included. Utilities are at road. Conveniently located just West off paved Mast Rd. Approximate annual costs per lot are $350 for snow and road maintenance ( informal). Potential walk out and just 5 minutes to Dexter.  Don’t miss the opportunity to build your dream home on this great piece of Dexter real estate.

 

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Ann Arbor Area Real Estate: 2201 Sosna Drive

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2201 Sosna Drive

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Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Square Feet: 1404

Great Short Sale opportunity! 1,400 + square foot ranch on 5.6 wooded acres and a pond located in a secluded subdivision but close to everything. This home needs some TLC but has good bones and you can’t beat the price or location. This home has three bedrooms and two full baths along with family room with wood burning fireplace. Breakfast nook leads to an outdoor deck and wonderful views. Full basement and 2.5 attached garage round off this homes many features. Make an offer and have some patience and this Ann Arbor area real estate could be yours. Home sale is subject to bank short sale approval and Seller acceptance of bank terms.

 

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Ann Arbor Area Real Estate; 9405 Linck

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9405 Linck

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Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Square Feet: 640

Captivating professionally remodeled home on all sports chain of lakes. Quiet dead end canal front with quick access to boating heaven. Bring your toys, launch and move in.. Seller is leaving everything so this is Turnkey furnished lake living. 13 month home warranty included. Assessment paid in full, quarterly sewer bill is about $75. Get up north feeling without the long drive. Serene views and unheard of all sports chain of lakes quiet. Only 25 mins to Ann Arbor and Brighton. FIRM PRICE. One look and you will fall in love with this Ann Arbor area real estate.

 

 

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Dexter, Michigan Boasts About Mindo Chocolate and How They Got Their Start From Scratch

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We have many things to be proud of in our local community.  Mindo Chocolate Makers in Dexter, Michigan is featured in this video and they explain why their chocolate tastes so good. Willy Wonka watch out because this chocolate is smooth and silky as you will see in this bean-to-bar chocolate video below.  Learn more about how Mindo Chocolates got their start from Scratch.

Want to taste some of this magic? Check out the list of locations where you can buy Mindo Chocolates.   I am sure Barbara Wilson, co-owner, will appreciate Michiganders buying locally. They are located at 11061 Trinkle Road, Dexter, MI 48130.  Contact them by email at [email protected] or phone them at 734.660.5635; see their facebook photos.

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The process can take time from beginning to end but well worth the excellent taste of Mindo Chocolate!

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Dexter Real Estate for Sale; 8746 Boxelder Lane, Dexter, MI 48130

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8746 Boxelder Lane

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Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Square Feet: 2,320

 

Open the door in this move in condition Petoskey and you’ll instantly feel at home. This inviting home features plenty of living and entertaining space for the growing family, along with a basement and an attached 2-car garage. This home has a very open feel about it as you make your way to the spacious great room with fireplace that opens to the kitchen, complete with eating nook, walk-in pantry and Center Island. A convenient powder room adds to this beautiful home’s functionality. The first floor separate Flex room is perfect for a library, office or formal dining room and allows for a peaceful retreat. Upstairs the Master suite offers a large walk-n closet and private bath with soaking tub and separate shower. Also upstairs you will find an expansive loft study area, a convenient laundry room, as well as three other nicely sized bedrooms and a full bath. Beautiful large patio with room for grilling and chilling. This Dexter Real Estate is in move in condition and is better than new.

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