More people are looking to make their homes in
college towns.
In Life 2.0: How People Across America Are
Transforming Their Lives by Finding the Where of Their Happiness,
Forbes publisher Rich Karlgaard examines a growing shift in "executive
class" people from metropolitan areas on the coasts to smaller
cities; including college towns like Bozeman, MT; Des Moines,
IA; Madison, WI; and Oxford, MS. These pioneers are looking for
more conducive business climates, a stronger sense of home, lower
cost of living and higher quality of life. Karlgaard believes
that "small cities could well outperform large cities economically
over the next decade."
College towns also have become a major draw for
retirees looking to locate in communities with a wealth of recreational
and intellectual opportunities.
A
PASSION FOR PRESERVATION A Duluth preservationist is partnering with friends
across the nation to restore the former Christian Science Temple.
News Tribune - 19 Sep 2005
DULUTH, MN/SUPERIOR, WI - Kristbjorg Fisher of Duluth has had
her eye on restoring a historic church in Superior for a long
time...
Fisher, a retired English professor, has purchased
five historic homes in Duluth to renovate them.
"I rent them out, but I'm not in the rental
business to make a living," Fisher said. "I rent them
out to pay for my restoration projects."
Fisher said she believes her passion for preservation
comes from her father, a cabinet-maker in Norway, where she was
born...
Single Family Home
$249,900 (Canadian)
5 Bed, 2 Bath
This wonderful home is just waiting for a growing family to take
it over. Only three people have owned this home which was built
around the 1900's. Recent up-grades include new roof boards and
35 yr shingles, new flooring in upstairs bathroom and new oil
tank and line. Formal dining room, main floor laundry, back stairway,
hardwood floors, wood mouldings and a lovely wrap around enclosed
verandah are only a few of the features. Current zoning allows
for financial institutions, business, professional and government
offices, day-care facilities, B&B and R-2/4 uses subject to
the R-2/4 zone provisions. Close to downtown and all amenities.
Come see what this wonderful home has to offer.
Single Family Home
$675,000 (Canadian)
6 Bed, 2 Bath
This wonderful family home with its view of Blomidon is centrally
located in Wolfville overlooking the Rotary Field and Wolfville's
three new tennis courts. It is within easy walking distance to
the downtown area, schools and Acadia University. The home features
six bedrooms, three full baths, a formal dining room, a study,
a modern eat-in kitchen with upgraded appliances and a centre
island with a ceramic cook top. There is a large, sunlit family
room with a wood stove as well as a home office. Beautifully maintained
hardwood floors are found throughout much of the home. Also featured
is an enclosed sun room, a covered deck overlooking Blomidon on
the front of the house as well as a deck off the kitchen with
views of the back yard and gardens. The present owner is using
the basement as a professional office space. This includes two
waiting/reception areas, three exam rooms, a private office and
a bathroom. The 2+ acre property has beautiful perennial gardens
with many roses and rhododendrons as well as mature trees such
as black walnuts, magnolias and maples. A detached two car garage
and storage sheds provide ample space. The home has had nearly
all the windows replaced and is in excellent condition.
Single Family Home
$209,000 (Canadian)
3 Bed, 2 Bath
This Main Street home has been constructed to a very high standard
to replace a historic house that was there. An imposing wood high
efficiency fireplace ensures warmth if there should be a loss
of power. The basement windows were made extra large to let in
plenty of daylight. The house has an open plan layout so room
sizes are approximate & should be verified as suitable. The
kitchen has granite & solid walnut counter tops with halogen
lighting. The grand upper stairway ends at arched windows. Bathrooms
have claw foot tubs & the ensuite bath has a marble shower
big enough for 2. The dining room exits onto a deck & there
is a storage building in the back yard. The front rooms would
be suitable for professional offices.
Single Family Home
$310,000 (Canadian)
4 Bed, 4 Bath
Bright and charming is this classic colonial on large treed site
in a great location. A chef's kitchen of solid cherry with many
cabinets, opens to family room great for entertaining. House is
a treasure to enjoy.
Single Family Home
$439,000 (Canadian)
4 Bed, 2 Bath
Beautiful century home located on Main St. Wolfville with a wonderful
view of Blomidon and Dykes from property. Home features 4 BR's,
2 baths, updated kitchen, spacious rooms, bay windows, fireplaces
& hardwood floors. Many recent upgrades to house includes
many replaced windows. Detached garage with large lot ideal for
the gardener.
This home is a great find in Clemson! Private
cul de sac with wooded backyard. Minutes from the University campus.
4 bedrooms with 2 and 1 1/2 baths. The 1/2 bath is plumbed for
a shower or tub to be added to make 3 full baths. Main level includes
master bedroom and bath, living room, dining room and Kitchen.
Hardwood floors on main level. French doors leading to deck on
the back of the house makes for light airy feel. Partially fenced
backyard ready for your pets!
This 4 bedroom home in Clemson is a great find.
Great location and privacy. Main level offers nice great room
with fireplace whith french doors that open to a large deck overlooking
wooded backyard.Main floor master with additonal bedrooms on lower
level. Lower level offers spacious rec room with wood burning
stove, 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 bathrooms. Half bath is ready to add
tub and shower.
Single Family Home
$169,900
3 Bed, 1 Bath
3.08 Acres
A short distance from Clemson. Historical home backed up to Twelve
Mile River on 3.8 acres. Has huge porches and shaded lot. Commercial
potential on the river. Owner never lived in home, has no sellers
disclosure. To be sold as is.
Great location near Elem. School, shopping, Hwy 123. Beautiful
home 3 bedroom plus office upstairs. Magnificent sunroom with
stunning backyard, brick paved patio. Huge detached garage has
a lot of room. Large family room recently remodeled kitchen. Two
fireplace, formal dining/living room. Landscaping is a awesome
lots of dogwoods and azaleas. This home is ready to move into.
Great home for growing family!
Wonderful home with two living areas, screen porch, laundry room,
formal dining and lots of storage. Master suite has room off of
it that could be 4 bedroom or perfect for office or baby's room.
Brand new kitchen with solid surface counter tops. Brand new vinyl
windows. Fenced back yard, perfect for kids and/or dog.
Owners are SC Realtors. Charleston Style townhome with lots of
room and privacy. Stainless Steel appliances, Granite countertops,
and hardwood floors. Gas fireplace in Living room. Beautiful new
pool, Clubhouse with outdoor fireplace, hot tub and party room.
Quiet neighborhood with sidewalks and rear entry garages. You
will love it!
The City of Windsor Heights is a unique community
that was incorporated in 1941. Windsor Heights has the unique
distinction of being the only community that borders Des Moines,
Urbandale, Clive, and West Des Moines - in the heart of the Des
Moines Metro area.
It is at the heart of the greater Des Moines
metro area. The city of Windsor Heights fills a niche as a top
quality small community within Iowa’s major metropolitan
area. Windsor Heights has a distinctive niche as a quality small
community within the state's major metropolitan area. It is unmatched
in its strategic location, convenient to all of the metropolitan
and suburban amenities while offering affordable housing, business
opportunities and a strong sense of community. We offer convenient
shopping, great schools and beautiful parks to citizens and visitors
alike. Here you will find varied shopping and dining opportunities,
churches and elementary schools within and near the city limits,
and beautiful parks with improvements to come.
Close by are centers of Polk County government,
business and industry and outstanding educational institutions
including Des Moines Area Community College, Grand View College,
Drake University, Simpson College, Iowa State University, William
Penn University, and Upper Iowa University. Only minutes from
downtown, Windsor Heights offers easy access to the Civic Center,
and other arts and entertainment attractions, the airport and
expansive commercial opportunities.
Single Family Home
$159,900
3 Bed, 0.5 Bath
1,324 Sq. Ft.
Charming renovated home built in 1908 and featured on Drake tour
of Historic Homes. Unique beamed ceilings, original oak woodwork
and floors. New exterior and interior paint, kitchen appliances,
countertops and hot water heater. Three bedrooms and bath on upper
level. Functional fireplace with exposed chimney in great room.
168 sq. ft. front porch and 196 sq. ft. back deck. Playspace in
attic and completely useable basement with extra shower. Tasteful
landscaping and oversized two-car garage and storage in rear.
Single Family Home
$159,900
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath
1,672 Sq. Ft.
Beautiful and well cared for 2 1/2 story home with wonderful original
woodwork. Charming kitchen with original cabinetry and trim, newer
oak floors and updated appliances. Incredible woodwork in dining
room incl. newer oak floors. Original wood floors in many other
areas. Huge master w/walk-in closet and stairway that leads to
semi-finished attic - perfect for storage. Updated bath with classically-styled
tile and pedestal sink. Wood burning fireplace. Beveled glass
French doors lead to one of TWO SOLARIUMS. Charming screened back
porch. Garage with new roof in 2007 and extra parking pad. Mature
perennials and shade trees. NEW LENNOX 92% EFFICIENT FURNACE AND
CENTRAL AIR IN SEPTEMBER 2007. Call agent for more details.
Single Family Home
$169,900
2 Bed, 1.5 Bath
1,235 Sq. Ft.
This lovely home is centrally located in the historic Drake neighborhood.
Meticulously renovated inside and out to emphasize the original
charm and character while adding the modern updates and conveniences.The
main level of this home boasts gleaming original floors and woodwork,
lots of windows, a freshly painted first floor and a kitchen with
appliances that stay.
An archway leads you from living to the large dining room. This
room holds a full sized dining room table, buffet and china closet
if you wish!
New flooring in the kitchen/mudroom area and freshly decorated
here too.
The first floor has a lovely powder room (rare for a home built
in 1910).
The 2nd floor has 2 large bedrooms. The roomy master bedroom has
3 windows and 2 closets. The full bath has tile floors, a large
linen closet, and the same attention to detail.
If you are looking for a 'Turn of the Century
home' this one is as good as it gets.
Single Family Home
$179,900
4 Bed, 1.5 Bath
1,961 Sq. Ft.
Historic 2 Story home with natural beauty, hardwood floors, fireplace,
9 ft high walls, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, formal dining, eat-in kitchen
(updated), 2,000sf of finish. 4 Season room, 2 car detached garage,
mature trees, extensive landscaping and much, much more!
Single Family Home
$379,000
4 Bed, 3.5 Bath
3,897 Sq. Ft.
Inviting front porch welcomes you to this beautifully updated
charmer located in Kingman Place Historic District. New 23' x
16' kitchen addition includes custom cabinets, island with cooktop,
stainless appliances, & quartz countertops. Open floor plan
with large wraparound deck great for entertaining. Updates include
electrical, zoned heating and cooling, water heater, and energy
efficient windows. Master suite includes sitting area and 6 closets,
with double sinks in the master bath. Refinished original maple
hardwood floors, cedar closets, and crown molding add to the character
of this home. All of this on close to half acre with 4-car garage
and tax abatement!
Conway,
SC Conway is one of Epodunk's Great
College Towns in the category of "Towns: up to 19,999".
Home to Coastal Carolina University,
what's not to like about a town that's in the same Epodunk category
as Hanover, NH, and Princeton, NJ, and way more affordable.
Epodunk says, "The community
lags in support of its public library but is proud of its history.
Its population is growing, its unemployment rate is low and the
beaches are just a short drive away." If you look at the
methodology
behind making the Epodunk Great College Towns list, you'll see
all the community attributes (besides public libriaies - important
as they are) that go into making their idea of a great college
town.
Single Family Home
$99,900
2 Bed, 2 Bath
Live Oak Trees, Historic District. Excellent potential for someone
wanting and older home in Historic Dist. to rehab.
In Historic Conway, walk to town or just walk to enjoy the old
Historic district. Has been used as a residence with an excellent
rental history. It is however zoned Professional which certianly
expands the possbilties. [Or, college town affectionados, you
could live in this really great, affordable home.]
Single Family Home
$ 249,900
4 Bed, 3.5 Bath
2601 Sq. Ft.
If you're looking for new construction ...
This home is located in the cozy, low maintenance, Kelly's Cove
Community just minutes from historic downtown Conway.This 2 story
home boasts many options such as a Carolina room, bonus room &
screened porch. Open & spacious & reasonably priced. Visit
Kelly's Cove to see this home & others. Start enjoying country
living at its finest!
Bloomington,
IN This lively college town was listed in "8
great places you've never heard of" (2007 Mother Earth
News), which said, "The residents of Bloomington know how
to keep their city growing in sustainable ways. With a strong
focus on outdoor recreation, backyard wildlife and music, this
is Midwest living at its finest."
Single Family Home
$165,000
2 Bed, 1 Bath
1,040 Sq. Ft.
Look no farther, you have found your home!This place is like brand
new.Home has been COMPLETELY renovated, & executed w/ the
finest craftsmanship. NEWS: hardwd flooring throughout, FA, water
heater, fiber cement board siding, roof, plumbing throughout,
plumbing fixtures, wiring throughout, counter tops, appliances,
light fixtures,.. the list goes on & on. Skylights have been
added, & windows too. Between the light filled room, and warm
colors, the home has a very sunny feel. Inside you have the classic
9'+ ceilings, & tall windows. Closets have been added, &
storage space as well. The kitchen is long,& roomy. Enjoy
the view of your backyard through the lg. east window. There is
off street parking around the back; & a large back yard, great
for outdoor parties when weather permits. Property is close to
downtown, IU, and west side shopping. So, not only is the property
beautiful and move in ready, it is conveniently located. Don't
miss this opportunity to live in a wonderful neighborhood, and
a wonderful home! HSA home warranty included with no expense to
the buyer.
Single Family Home
$197,500
3 Bed, 1 Bath
1,539 Sq. Ft.
Beautifully restored 1899 Queen Ann Victorian farmhouse. You will
appreciate the attention to detail given to this historically
designated home. Owners have aquired a commercial use variance
allowing any number of office uses. You will fall in love with
the wood floors, tall ceilings with ceiling fans, and authentic
period paint scheme. Along with all the attention to period details,
the owners have also wired each room with high-speed internet
hook-ups. If you're looking for space near Highway 37 or easy
access to downtown
New Construction - Traditional Near-Campus
Locations
South
Dunn Street - Mid-range, custom built New Urbanist infill
development - Well worth your time to check out the Web site,
which includes tours of some of the homes already created.
Prairie
Green Homes - Expensive, but even if they are not in your
budget this development's site is an interesting read - with links
to additional information on Bloomington.
College TownProperty of the Month - 12/07
Carbondale,
IL CollegeTownLife "Property of the Month" featured
one house in Carbondale last December. This month's selection
shows the variety available in this college town.
Single Family Home
$45,000
2 Bed, 1 Bath
1,000 Sq. Ft.
This beautifully renovated and restored vernacular cottage with
added Queen Anne details has a wrap around covered porch and is
a few blocks from SIU. Great for inexpensive living with low taxes
and utilites. The family room would make a great additional office
or 3rd bedroom. Property is movein ready with a new furnace in
8/07, new 30 yr. roof, new carpet, high ceilings, claw foot tub
and insulated garage.
Single Family Home
$110,000
2 Bed, 1 Bath
2,009 Sq. Ft.
Move right into this charming home just steps
away from SIU. Backyard is wooded and private and looks onto the
remodeled coach house. Coach house is heated and cooled and is
perfect for the home hobbyist, art studio, or private office.
Shaded deck and beautiful hardwood floors. All exterior wood is
redwood. Home warranty included.
Single Family Home
$255,500
3 Bed, 3 Bath
5.8 Acres
IT'S HARD TO IMAGINE, YOU'RE ONLY 5 MINUTES TO THE UNIVERSITY
OR TOWN SERVICES, YET SURROUNDED BY NATURE'S BEAUTY ON THIS SCENIC
5.7 ACRE WOODED SITE. SET IN AN EXCLUSIVE SD OF FINE PROPERTIES,
THIS ATTRACTIVE & WELL-CARED-FOR RESIDENCE HAS SO MUCH TO
OFFER! WHEN YOU ENTER THE FRONT DOOR, YOU'LL STEP INTO AN ATTRACTIVE
& WELCOMING HOME WITH MANY OUTSTANDING DESIGN FEATURES, INCLUDING
A GORGEOUS FIREPLACE WITH BUILT-IN BOOKSHELVES IN THE LIVING ROOM.
THE SPACIOUS LIVING & DINING ROOMS ARE COMPLEMENTED BY A DELIGHTFUL
CASUAL EAT-IN KITCHEN AND SUPER FUN FAMILY ROOM. THE MASTER BR
SUITE FEATURES AN OFFICE NOOK PLUS A PRIVATE BATH WITH A JETTED
TUB & RAIN SHOWER. OUTDOOR ENJOYMENT IS ALSO ASSURED.... FROM
THE MULTI-LEVEL DECK OVERLOOKING A KOI FISH POND & WATERFALL
TO THE EASY-CARE LANDSCAPING AND OUTDOOR LIGHTING ACCENTS. THERE
IS ALSO AN ADDED BONUS- A 1/2 BASKETBALL COURT! ADDITIONAL ACCESS
IS AVAILABLE TO A SHARED STOCKED POND & PICNIC PAVILLION WITHIN
VIEW OF THE HOME. THIS IS TRUELY AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO
HAVE THE DREAM-HOME YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED!!
Las
Cruces, NM College town with population at about 90,000--AARP, Forbes
and Money magazine has selected Las Cruces as one of best places
to "retire and live"
Single Family Home
$144,500
3 Bed
1.75 Bath
1,586 Sq. Ft.
Home Description This home is so cozy! From the herring-bone cedar ceiling
in the kitchen to the wood burning fireplace, this home's personality
really comes out. It is very well cared for and updated, a real
pleasure to see. New cooler, newer roof, upgraded bathrooms and
kitchen. The work is done.
Single Family Home
Asking Price: $355,000
Home Area: 2,413 ft2
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2½
Total Lot Size: 2.50 acres
Year Built: 1999
Home Description GREEN HOME: Classic rammed-earth home with charming design
elements: adobe courtyd,corbel headers,wood vigas with rustic
planks, gorgeous tile and metal roof--Organ Mountain views...
Distinctly New Mexican!! Custom built rammed-earth
home carefully placed on 2.5 acre high desert homesite. Solid,
18 inch exterior walls, pitched metal roof, attractive Pella window
package and efficient "Earth Stove" . Open floor plan
with 11 ft ceilings, stylish wood ceiling treatments, corbel headers
and extensive tile flooring.A sunny, upgraded kitchen offers Silestone
counters, custom cabinetry and newer stainless appliances.Panoramic
mountain views yet you're just minutes from town.
Mineral
Point, WI A five-star town; one of the 2007 National Trust for
Historic Preservation 'Dozen Distinctive Destinations.' Check
out the Mineral Point Web site
which hosts lots of photos and a video introduction to the town.
This is a College
Town Life - Country Style type of community. A wonderful,
vibrant small town which, while it does not host a college, is
just a short drive from two university cities: only 45 miles from
Madison, and 21 miles from Platteville, WI.
Mineral Point is a long-time arts and agricultural
community. The town has successfully discouraged chain franchises.
Regular stores and cafes are interspersed with galleries along
High Street, the working main street.
Single Family Home
$158,000
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath
Home Description A wonderfully historic federal style brick home located
close to a quiet city park. Known as the "Isaac Wynn Home",
this charmer has undergone many updates including a new roof,
windows, electrical, furnace and central air. Distressed wood
floors, a brand new elegant bath, a good looking pellet stove
in the living room, and a great home theatre in the lower level!
Single Family Home
$189,900
2 Bed, 1 Bath
Size: 1,260 sq ft
Home Description Stone Cornish cottage in historic Mineral Point! Large,
beautifully landscaped lots that border the city's Memorial Park.
All new windows, new 220 electrical and many, many built-in cupboards
and closets. All electric heat. Costs available. New rock addition
18 x 18 - storage shed. Must see to appreciate.
Single Family Home
$199,900
4 Bed, 1.5 Bath
Size: 1,947 sq ft
Home Description Stunning cedar-shingled Victorian. This tastefully decorated
home has spacious rooms with original trim and turn-of-the-century
charm. Upstairs bathroom and new bedroom feature radiant floor
heat. Ideal for the couple with children to raise or for the retiree.
Single Family Home
$239,900
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath
Size: 2,143 sq ft
Home Description This is the William Pierce House, built circa 1845 by
one of the area's first municipal leaders. This 3-4 bedroom classic
2 story home has all the charm you can imagine. Sitting on a double
lot it has a columned portico entrace, original 6" moldings
and trim, wide plank pine floors throughout, original cherry staircase,
huge formal dining room, double parlor, new kitchen with eating
area, fully wired office, central air, brick paver patio and walks,
flagstone kitchen patio, cedar fence.
Single Family Home
$319,900
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath
Size: 2,014 sq ft
Home Description What a rare find! A beautiful rock home on the edge of
historic Mineral Point. The perfect setting overlooking a beautiful
prairie. Ideal for entertaining, this home features a large deck,
formal dining rm, fireplace, and a pristine in-ground pool with
a pool house. Extra outbuilding would make a perfect guesthouse
or studio. This home is in gorgeous condition and is waiting for
its new owners!
Home Description This lovely East State Street home reflects all the charm
and history of turn-of-the-century homebuilding. Constructed in
the classic American 4-square style, most of the original features
are still in place here: 5-panel doors; original windows; hardwood
floors; restored base and trim; working fireplace; built-in china
cabinet; 15-light French doors; pretty blue clapboard siding;
a broad front porch; and more! The layout is practical and efficient:
large, comfortable living and dining areas downstairs, and 3 bedrooms
and a full bath up. It’s not all history, though, as the
kitchen and baths are updated, and the 3rd level attic space has
been finished as an optional bedroom or studio space. Home also
has a full basement with lots of storage space. Situated on the
“high side” of East State Street, this gracious home
offers walking-distance convenience to town and a straight view
up East State, while also offering a dignified distance “back
from and above” all the action. Come enjoy the best in near
eastside living for under $200K. Immediate occupancy possible.
Call Russell or Joe for a tour today!
Single Family Home
$269,000
4 Bed, 2 Bath
Size: 2,900 sq ft
Home Description Custom designed by the present owners using an open design
with an accessible first floor, this home has hardwood floors,
maple kitchen cabinets, and locally harvested walnut for trim.
Master suite is large with study attached; 2 BR on each floor
and 1 bath on each floor; drains in place in basement (dry) for
third bathroom. Radiant Hot water heat and fans, cable & phone
in all rooms except bathrooms and utility room. Air Exchanger
installed for ventiliation in winter.rnChemical free active gardens
on 3 lots 1.5 mi from the heart of a progressive university community.
What makes your home a Green or Healthy
Home? The walls and ceiling are insulated with chemical free
cellulose (6" in walls and 12" in ceiling); local wood
used where possible. No chemically treated wood has been used.
Stucco is traditional; no chemicals. Radiant heat and fans for
cooling use only $100 a month average for electricity and gas.
Dual Flush toilets save water. Diverters for rain barrels in place.
Neighborhood Description City of Athens, Upper Northside with Local Park down
the street. Mostly families, some with young children and lots
of pets. Good walking area.
Market Area Athens Ohio, named a "great place to live"
by Mother Earth News, has a progressive University community as
well as a community with strong neighborhood associations, theater,
and dance. Hills, a great bike path and one of the best regional
Farmer's Markets in the state make it a great place to live.
Quaint log style home with back art studio zoned
commercial. Mature landscaping shrubs and trees add incredible
privacy and secluded feel for being right in town with central
location. Home has had many recent upgrades including: new exterior
paint, new privacy fence and gate upgrades, new fir flooring in
living room, new wood flooring in art studio, new velux skylight
in art studio plus much more. Sweet home with mature fruit trees
and off street parking. Legally work from your home.
Single Family Home
$195,000
3 Bedrooms
1.5 Baths
2 Car Garage
1080 Total Sq/Ft
Almost new westside home close to everything!
This 2 storey house has Pergo, carpet and vinyl flooring. There
is a 2 car garage for all the toys (or your cars). This house
is ready to be a great home for someone!
Single Family Home
$325,000
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
County: Missoula
Size: 2950
Acreage: 3
GREAT LOCATION !!!!!
Close to proposed Bitterroot Ski Resort
Large Log Home with 3 Acre Horse Property.
This home features:
Three Levels (with basement)
12" logs
Vaulted 23 foot ceilings in Living Room.
New Wood Flooring
New Tile in Master Bathroom
Huge Master Suite w/ Full Bath
New Stainless Appliances / Granite Counter Top
Beautiful Views of Horse Ranch and Lolo Creek
Full Basement with additional 2 bonus rooms
Land backs up to the Lewis and Clark Trail
Very Close to Lolo Creek
Watch the elk heards from your couch or deck
Very quiet country setting, yet minutes from
downtown Missoula, MT.
Single Family Home
$219,000
4 Bed, 2 Bath
2,132 Sq. Ft.
Description:
Walk to the College, schools, parks, and town from this desirable
neighborhood. Treasure living in this unique home with sunfilled
rooms, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring, ceramic tile, French
doors, bay window, built-in shelving, three season porch, large
foyer, and a woodburning fireplace. Note the three bedrooms on
one level, updated kitchen, newer bath with a separate shower,
and new shingles (2007). Enjoy the intricate brick paver driveway
and walkways through the established gardens. A wonderful home
in an ideal location.
Single Family Home
$269,000: West Asheville
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Floors: 2
County: Buncombe
Type: General Residential
Style: Cottage
Size: 1568
Acreage: 0.33
Description:
Solid built, newer Arts and Crafts style bungalow with great floor
plan on lovely wooded and landscaped corner lot! Main level master
suite (used as TV room), open kitchen/dining/great room with vaulted
ceilings, gas fireplace! Kitchen w/stainless appls, interior plantation
shutters, tiled baths, organic vegetable/herb garden, custom garden
shed, covered front porch, rear patio! This stick built home was
completed in 2003, and features a 'hardiplank' type exterior siding!
Great location in West Asheville, just a short
stroll down the hill to the French Broad River dog/bicycle parks!
Centrally located near many amenities!
Single Family Home
$299,000: Jackson Park
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1.5
Floors: 2
County: Buncombe
Type: General Residential
Style: Contemporary
Size: 1074
Acreage: 0.19
Description:
In Jackson Park Subdivision, bordering the beautiful campus of
UNC-A, this contemporary, well-maintained, stylish, 3.5-year "new,"
custom-built home is move-in ready; super energy efficient; natural
gas powered generator. Sealed garage plans for new owner by Architect
John Murrell-Kisner of Domas Architecture. Brazilian cherry hardwood
flooring. basement/workshop/plant room. Walk to restaurants/cafes,
bus line, city park; 10-minutes to downtown.
Single Family Home in the East
Hill Historic District; walk to Cornell
Price: $219,900
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Square Feet: 1,850
Lot Description/Acreage: 60 feet x 256 feet
Year Built: 1910
Architect/Builder: C. L. Vivian
Architectural Style: Eclectic Houses (1880-1940)
Property History
Clinton Loop Vivian was Ithaca's premier architect in the Colonial
Revival style. Vivian (1861-1930) was the architect for many residences
in Ithaca, Trumansburg, and Cayuga Heights, New York, and In New
Haven, Connecticut. He also designed many Ithaca commercial and
academic buildings. Vivian was active in local civic affairs and
served as the first City of Ithaca Building Commissioner (1909-1912)
and as City Assessor (1918-1921). 945 East State Street is a relatively
modest project for C. L. Vivian. It was commissioned by Edward
McNally, who was coachman to Cornell University President Jacob
Gould Schurman. McNally died during construction, but his young
daughters Elizabeth and Margaret completed the project and lived
in the house for many decades, Margaret until her death in 1967.
Property Description
This East Hill home displays aspects of the late Victorian, Colonial
Revival, and Craftsman styles. Its most prominent element is the
gracious entrance porch, which features wide eave overhangs, brackets,
and diagional railing supports. The cladding is shingle and stucco.
The house is topped by a handsome roof with four gables. The interior
features American chestnut trim and built-ins, which include dining
room cabinets reinstalled from an Edwardian butler's pantry (removed
for the construction of a second bathroom). A 1970s addition,
completely renovated in 2005-06, adds considerable square footage
to the home without detracting from its characteristic exterior.
Old-house charm with updated systems (electricity, plumbing, heat,
air). Move-in ready. New paint, inside and out. Historic Longfellow
district, two blocks from Summit Street. Walking distance to campus
and downtown. Quiet neighborhood, excellent school district. High
ceilings with lots of light. House fan. Two porches, including
sleeping porch on second floor with beautiful view of large back
yard. Deck in back.
Arboretum
Cohousing will provide neighborhood community living to all
who are interested in Cohousing. There will be 40 new and retrofit
units in the midst of a tree and kid filled neighborhood. In a
convenient urban location, within walking distance to the revitalized
downtown Madison, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Edgewood
College, this is truly urban living at its finest.
The Arbco neighborhood community includes homes
ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms in shared buildings to existing 3
and 4 bedroom single family homes from the 1910-1930 era.
The 6000 square foot common house will have
meeting and kitchen facilities overlooking Lake Wingra. A paradise
for kids of all ages, there will be many safe nooks and crannies
to explore, as well as the Lake Wingra beach and Vilas Zoo just
around the corner.
If all goes well, members will move into the
existing homes in Summer 2007 and new homes in Spring 2008 ...
Single Family Home
$119,900
5 Bed, 1 Bath
2408 sq. ft. - Approx.
Turn of the century home featuring 2400+square
feet of living area, openstaircase, beautiful woodwork, pocket
doors, ceramic fireplace, 5panel doors, formal dining room,
oversize windows, 5 bedrooms (all up, main floor family
room and more.
Single Family Home
$249,900
3 Bed, 2 Bath
3000 sq. ft. - Approx.
Sellers have extensively restored this entire
home from the burly maple flooring, original kit. cabinetry&
detailed woodwork...up the 3rd flr maid s quarters. Exquisite
restored wood work is complimented w/period lighting & several
built-in cabinets. A bath spa suit is feature on the 2nd flr w/an
adjoining SR. Mbdrm is highlighted by a FP& large walk-in
closet. Profess.landscaped front & side yard (there is no
backyard) A must see home.
Single Family Home
$264,900
5 Bed, 3 Bath
5607 sq. ft. - Approx.
Grand 3rd Ward, 3 story home, customblt.
in 1921 with the finest hardwoods.Known as the Wickham Mansion
it displaysdecorative elements of classical Spanishinfluence
w/open stairway cathedralwindow, solid wood paneled DR w/frenchdoors
opening to arched porch, spacious LR w/fireplace, sunroom,
thick maple flooring throughout, updated kitchen, plus
a complete living area on the 3rd level.
Single Family Home
$595,000
7 Bed, 5 Bath
5607 sq. ft. - Approx.
Grand three story very formal GeorgianRevival
Historic home. Coriancountertops, JennAire cooktop, butler
s pantry, laundry room offkitchen. Magnificent wood paneling,
beamed ceilings, hardwood floors. Fiveunique handcrafted
fireplaces. Crystalchandeliers, sconces. Third floor hasoffice,
bedroom w/bath. Modern duplexon property is optional. Entire
propertysurrounded by rare wrought iron fencing.Taxes
TBD. Billiard table incl
Single Family Home
$199,650
3 Bed, 2 Bath
2061 sq. ft. - Approx.
A lovely 3 Bedroom with 2 Bath Southern traditional ranch-style
home built on the popular Split-Bedroom floor plan. The exterior
is Brick on 3 sides with a charming framed columned Rocking Chair
Porch and Forch. Home is freshly painted and well landscaped.
It is located in the Oxford city school district.
Highlights:
3 spacious Bedrooms with 2 full Baths, including a lovely Master
Bath with jetted tub, large twin sink vanity, separate shower
enclosure, water closet, and walk-in clothes closet. You enter
the home via a hardwood foyer which opens into the spacious Great
Room, with gas-log fireplace, nice recessed spot/accent lighting,
ceiling fan, neutral carpeting, and a French door opening to the
covered Patio outside. Off the Great Room is a separate Formal
Dining Room with hardwood flooring, ceiling moulding and a pretty
chandelier. The open and bright Kitchen features lots of white
cabinetry, a built-in microwave, electric range, dishwasher, disposal,
desk area with cabinet and shelving, pantry, and an Informal Dining
Area overlooking the Patio and Back Yard. Adjacent to the Kitchen
is a Hallway leading to a Laundry Room with lot of cabinetry,
and the spacious Master Bedroom Suite. On the opposite end of
the home is a hallway, with linen cabinet, leading to the other
two Bedrooms with a Full Bath in between. Each Bedroom features
two closets, neutral carpeting, and a ceiling fan. Outside is
a professional landscaped Front and Back Yard, with a covered
Patio area. This home is located in a great neighborhood of mid-priced
housing and conveniently located to the Hospital, Downtown Square,
and Ole Miss University.
Single Family Home in the Arbor
District
$182,000
3 Bed, 2.5 Bath
2,200 Sq. Ft.
A Carbondale treasure located in the Historic District at 108
S. Maple Street. Approximately 2200 square feet with 2.5 baths.
Built for her son-in-law by Mrs. J. C. Hundley in the mid-twenties,
the house was home to the Dr. James Neckers family from 1930 to
1983. Upstairs, there are 3 bedrooms and a newly remodeled master
bath. The first floor features a side sun room, a large living
room with original fireplace, a formal dining room, and a kitchen
with breakfast nook and powder room. The living room bay window
overlooks a charming patio and spacious back yard. A brick walk
skirts the lovely perennial garden that contains a wisteria tree,
day lilies, roses, Spanish bluebells, and hundreds of irises in
pink and shades of purple. Mrs. Hundley’s original roses
bloom along the magnolia-shaded driveway that leads to a single
car garage. Half of the basement is fully finished with wall-to-wall
carpeting, a coat/storage closet, a full bath, and double-wide
closeted shelving. The other half includes spacious shelving and
two additional closets, one of which is a walk-in. The home offers
gas heat and central air, washer and dryer hook-ups, and original
window glass and hardwood floors. For sale by its third owner.
Holland, Michigan, was listed in 50
Smart Places to Live
Kiplinger's - Jun 2005
...USA - You told us your ideal city is fun, vibrant and affordable.
We found dozens that fit the bill...
[Editor's Note: Forty-nine of the 50 cities are college towns.]
Single Family Home
$214,000
4 Bed, 4 Bath
2,000 Sq. Ft.
This classic 2 story home is located within walking distance to
Hope College. The large foyer leads to a beautiful open staircase.
The spacious living room features hardwood floors, 9' ceiling,
leaded glass windows and a beautiful fireplace with a carved mantel.
The large formal dining room includes built in storage. Lots of
original woodwork throughout the home. Some restoration has been
done and some is yet to do. The 3rd floor walk up attic area could
be finished for a great studio or more living space. Newer roof,
water heater and dishwasher. With a 2.5 stall garage, carport
and large parking area.
Single Family Home
$359,900
5 Bed, 5 Bath
3,369 Sq. Ft.
Located in the quaint and beautiful Holland Historic District,
this c. 1890's Queen Anne Victorian home has been lovingly cared
for by just three owners over the past 116 years. The spacious
foyer opens to an elaborate staircase leading to the five (5)
upper bedrooms of which three (3) have adjoining half baths and
the master bedroom has a connecting full bath. The attic is a
great place for storage or future play room. The rear stairs brings
you into the spacious and somewhat modernized kitchen overlooking
the back yard. Ample closets, a mudroom and main floor laundry
area are nearby. Through the charm of the butlers pantry, the
beautiful wall of windows and a wood burning fireplace await you
as you enter the gracious formal dining room. Plenty of room for
the grand piano and all of your friends to gather in the spacious
living room with a wood-burning fireplace to keep you warm.
Loft Living
Holland also offers loft living near downtown with a vibrant mix
of businesses and shops on the street level http://www.bakerlofts.com/index.html
Bed & Breakfast
$890,000
10 Bed, 11.5 Bath
2,736 Sq. Ft.
LOVELY BED & BREAKFAST, CENTENNIAL INN, OFFERS TURN OF CENTURY
CHARM WITH OPPORTUNITY FOR OWNER TO OFFSET COST OF OWNING WITH
ESTABLISHED BED & BREAKFAST OPERATION. 8 GUEST ROOMS WITH
8 OFFERING IN SUITE BATHS, LOWER LEVEL OFFERS 1-2 ADDITIONAL POTENTIAL
GUEST ROOMS PLUS OWNER LIVING QUARTERS. ADDITIONAL CLINIC BUILDING
CURRENTLY USED AS MEETING/EXERCISE AREA & HOSTS 2 OF THE GUEST
AREAS & 1/2 BATH. SITE OFFERS SPRAWLING 4+ GARAGE AREA- COURTYARD
& GROUNDS ARE BREATHTAKING: CLINIC 1748 SQ FT. GUEST ROOMS
BEDROOM NUMBERS INCLUDES CLINIC ROOMS. SUITE 1 OFFERS JACUZZI,
SUITE 1,5,8 INCLUDE FREE STANDING WORKING FIREPLACES. GAS LOG
FIREPLACE IN GUEST DINING ROOM- FREE STANDING VICTORIAN IN OWNERS
QUARTERS & CLINIC- CONFERENCE/EXERCISE ROOM INCLUDES FREE
STANDING FIREPLACES.
Lawrence, KS
$285,000
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath
1,944 Sq. Ft.
Here's a lovely home on a quiet tree lined street, just minutes
from Downtown Lawrence and the KU Campus. Walk to shops and restaurants,
relax in elegant surroundings, or entertain in style. Lovingly
refurbished, and beautifully appointed, this Victorian beauty
is waiting for you.
Salisbury, MD
$229,900
3 Bed, 1.10 Bath
1,900 Sq. Ft.
Wonderfully updated 3 bedroom home, close to University. Lovely
living room, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast nook overlooking
beautifully landscaped backyard with deck. 1 car detached garage.
Move in and enjoy!
St. Paul, MN
2116 Fairmount Ave
$479,900
3 Bed, 2 Bath
2,310 Sq. Ft.
Prairie style home with many historic features. This elegant home
with open main floor layout is perfect for entertaining. Two sun-drenched
sun rooms overlook backyard gardens. This classic home is within
blocks of colleges, Grand Ave. and the river. Feel the history!
Lewisburg, PA 140 South 3rd St
$259,900
Square Feet (+/-): 2,567 Information
Page
FOR SALE BY OWNER >>>Located in the
Historic District in Lewisburg, this restored SF, 3 BR , 2.50
bath, brick American Federal Townhome was built in 1865 and is
within walking distance to Bucknell and all the amenities of downtown
Lewisburg. Beautiful original mouldings, 12 foot ceilings, large
rooms, hardwood floors,open staircase, large updated kitchen and
bathrooms make this the perfect choice for those who appreciate
historic homes. A lovely fenced in yard with gardens, private
patio and a 1 car garage add more interest to this home located
on the most desirable street in the boro. There is a detached
office from the back porch for those who like to work from home
without being disturbed by the rest of the household. A large
attic provides lots of storage as well as a full basement. New
roof 1996, updated electric 200 amps, Oil hot water heat (approx
600 gallons per yr), dishwasher, gourmet 5 burner gas cooktop,
ceiling fans and window treatments are included. Call now to see
this lovely in-town home and you can be in it before the start
of the new school year! A Lender's letter of pre-approval will
be required for all showing appointments.
Please feel free to email any questions you may have to moni140@dejazzd.com
Thirty-five miles north of Cincinnati, Oxford,
with it's 11,000 year round residents and 16,000 Miami University
students, is one of the undiscovered college town treasures in
the United States.
This month we feature two homes available in Oxford
Ohio's historic Mile Square (the pre-WWII residential area
of Oxford), and two just beyond. Walk to the Miami
University campus [founded in 1809] or the charming Uptown
area for the weekly Summer
Music Festival, dinner, shopping, a movie or the one of the
city's two farmers markets.
Five miles outside of town is Hueston
Woods State Park with nearly 3,000 acres of natural resources
for outdoor recreation, such as hiking, fishing, sailing, canoeing,
and – unique to this region -- fossil hunting. The natural
areas (totaling over 1,000 acres) on Miami University's campus
also are open to the public.
Appleton,
WI currently has a number of homes for sale
within an easy walk of the university campus. Single family, or
duplex (some of which could be returned to SF) in a range of prices
614 E NORTH ST
$139,900
Single family
3 Bed, 2 Bath
1,430 Sq. Ft.
Master bedroom is 13X11, Living room is 14X12,
Dining room is 14X12, Kitchen is 12X12, 2 car garage, Heating:
Gas, Interior features: Basement, Formal dining rm, Approximate
lot is 60X131
One-half block from City
Park, three blocks from Lawrence
University (around the corner and across the park from the
president's home), three blocks from Edison Elementary School,
walk to downtown and river.
Single Family Property, Area: South Fargo, Subdivision:
Charles A Roberts, Year Built: 1898, Three story, formal dining
room, den, 4 total bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath, approximately
2608 sq. ft.
Partially fenced, wooded lot. Approximate lot is 75x140. Elementary
School: Hawthorne
Davidson School District Under $200,000!!! Exciting
DeerPark Saussy Burbank home, master bedroom with master bath,
backyard patio with beautiful slate rock, upgraded cabinets, solid
surface, microwave, kitchen island, tile floor in master bath,
hardwood foyer & kitchen, programmable thermostat. Built in
2002. I-77 Exit 30, east on Griffith St, right on Jetton, right
on Davidson Gateway. Property ID #: 20523377
Hamilton, NY
$154,000
4 Bed, 1.5 Bath
2,500 Sq. Ft
Hamilton, NY was featured in the New York Post,
Oct. 2004, as one of the “region’s top towns to invest
in (where the living’s great too.)” This 1890’s
home is situated just one block from Hamilton's village green
and Colgate University features open staircase, French doors,
circular floor plan with family room conveniently located next
to the kitchen, great for entertaining. Large new windows for
natural lighting. The antique stained glass windows remain. Partially
fenced yard. ML#132708
Fort Collins, CO
$219,900
3 Bed, 2 Bath
1,556 Sq. Ft.
Old Town Charmer - be the 3rd owner of this well
maintained 1913 Craftsman style bungalow. Sip your morning coffee
on the large E facing front porch and entertain in the huge fenced
backyard. The 2 car detached garage offers a complete climbing
wall/bldering cave and is just minutes from Fort Collins outdoor
recreation. This 3 bdrm 2 ba hm has a lg living/dining rm, claw
foot tub 2 kits, refinished original hw and a lg mstr. The lg
windows & glass brick architecture flood the house w/sunlight.
Oberlin, OH
$299,900
6 bedrooms, and 2 full and 3 half bathrooms
The residence was built in 1893 for Professor George W. Andrews
and his family. It is said that Andrews returned from the Chicago
World's Fair and used the money he earned there playing the organ
to build the opulent home. Professor Andrews and his wife Harriet
lived there until retirement in 1931. In 1932, the widowed Harriet
returned to the home. Their daughter Esther and her husband Reber
Johnson, a violin professor at Oberlin College, continued maintaining
the home until selling it in 1964 to Oberlin College for apartments.
In 1977, Oberlin College Conservatory professors James Caldwell
and his wife Catharina Meints, purchased and restored the home
to much of its former glory.
Menomonie, WI
$133,500
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath
1,400 Sq. Ft.
Front screened-in porch, hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace,
original woodwork, built-ins in formal dining room, upstairs has
huge family room and bedroom. Great back deck with new patio,
2+ car det garage & fenced yard across from small city park.
Realtor's description
page. College TownProperty of the Month - 09/05
Machias, ME
$187,000
5 Bed, 2.5 Bath
0.27 Acres
Sunny & charming Victorian near schools & University of
Maine Machias offers eat-in-kit with antique cast iron wood cook
range & slate sink, wood floors throughout, & privately
set cedar sauna. New in-law house attached to back offers kitchen
with cherry cabinets, bath with washer/dryer, vaulted ceiling,
loft and own full basement.
Just outside Lexington, VA
Asking $100,000. Two Story Farm House with Three/Four Bedrooms
and One Bath in a Quiet Rural Location and Nice Views. Features
include Large Outbuilding, Wood Stove and Kerosene Heater. Handyman
Special. Conveniently Located.
Realtor's description
page. More photos, click here.
Suggest a college town family home for the Property of the Month
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