I’ve added a new video to my YouTube channel (ReesesPeanutTeam). It’s a video of the luxury patio home that is for sale in Wedgewood golf community. Visit my channel (link above) to see other videos that I’ve done.
Give me, or your agent, a call to see this lovely home in person.
This is your opportunity to own a custom-built, ranch patio home in the popular Wedgewood golfing community. This home has a tree-line view with professional landscaping for added privacy when you relax or entertain on the deck or in the screened porch. The inviting stone entrance leads you to the vaulted ceiling foyer which leads to the spacious living room or to the den (can also be a 3rd BR). The living room features a marble surround gas fireplace, raised tray ceiling and 3-panel door to the deck.
The elegant dining room and kitchen are wonderful rooms for preparing and enjoying your favorite gourmet meal. Atrium doors in the dining room access the screened porch to enjoy an after-dinner coffee.
Off a hallway to the owner’s suite, is a 2nd bedroom, 2 full baths and a laundry with cabinets and sink. The owner’s suite also has a tray ceiling plus a door to the screened porch.
An open stairway in the living room accesses a finished lower level family/rec room. Nearby is a partially finished room that is plumbed and ready to be a kitchenette. There are also 2 large storage areas in the lower level.
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The main floor is 1936 sq ft with another 800 sq ft in the lower level for a total living space of 2736 sq ft. Upgraded woodwork, ceramic floors and beautiful cabinets add to the beauty of this home. You can make it yours for $399,000. Google Map
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Wedgewood patio home, over 2700 sft, finished lower level w/kitchenette
Here in central Ohio, we have what we call “patio homes”. Some might also refer to them as “cluster homes”. Buyers sometimes ask what exactly is a patio home and how does it differ from a free-standing condo.
Generally speaking, a patio home is owned just like a regular home. You own the home and the lot and are responsible for all the upkeep. That’s how they differ from a condo, where the owner only owns from “paint in” and pays a fee each month to the condo association.
Patio homes generally can be larger-size homes with many upgrades and extra amenities. Regarding amenities, I showed one once where the basement had been dug deeper to allow for a mini driving range. Patio homes are on smaller sized lots so there is less lawn to maintain. Having a smaller lot places the homes closer together, hence the alternate name of “cluster homes”. Carefully placed landscaping can assure greater privacy to decks or patios.
Since the owners may want to avoid some of the lawn and snow clean-up but don’t want to give up total ownership as with a condo, they sometimes go together as a group to hire landscape companies to handle the lawn & landscape care and snow removal as needed.
Patio homes aren’t as readily available around the Columbus metro area as are condos. In southern Delaware County, they tend (but not exclusively) to be located in golf course communities such as Wedgewood, Golf Village, Muirfield, Highland Lakes and Medallion. Prices may range from $300,000 to $6-700,000. Our MLS system has a check-box for agents to identify patio homes which then allows buyer’s agents to conduct searches for that criteria.
If you are wishing you had a smaller lawn to maintain, but don’t want to give up a more luxurious home, then perhaps a patio home may just fit your wish list. Give me a call and we’ll see what’s available.
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There is a new option to luxury urban condos that offers suburban living and many other benefits. I was invited to attend a special blog gathering last night where The Stonehenge Company introduced its new The Residences of Creekside to central Ohio bloggers. A long-time friend, Brian Hoyt, Gahanna’s Public Information Manager, invited me to attend the unique opportunity so I could share it with my readers.
Like some other suburban communities, Gahanna has revitalized its downtown along the Big Walnut Creek, similar to the famous River Walk in San Antonio, but without the Alamo at the entrance.
First off, The Residences remind me of the clean, cosmopolitan flair that is seen in Toronto where that city offers many mixed-use developments that combine retail, business, and residences with al fresco dining. Mo Dioun, President of The Stonehenge Co., is very proud of his project and rightly so. There is nothing quite like it in central Ohio. Anyone considering a condo in downtown Columbus, should view The Residences before making a final decision. These homes have easy access to I-670 and to Port Columbus, but with the added benefit of greenery, along with other benefits of suburban living, like grocery stores. Residents also have private parking on the same floor as their home, greatly easing carrying items from their car to their home after shopping.
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The homes on the west side of the building have a view of Big Walnut Creek. The view to the south is the Creekside Park consisting of the river walk, a fountain area and other colorful retail/business offices. During warmer weather, paddle boats are available for the waterway.There are five levels, with a wonderful rooftop pool and cabana area, reminiscent of a Phoenix spa. Off the entertaining pool area is a large fitness center to help residents stay in shape. Naturally, I had to ask if pets are allowed and they are, however, residents are responsible for ensuring the pet doesn’t intrude on others.
The homes range in size from 815 sq ft to 3800 sq ft and cost between $199,000 to $1,200,000, with a 15-year 100% tax abatement. There are 14 different floor plans with 1-, 2- and 3-bedrooms. The plan called for 71 residences, however, some buyers have joined units to increase the size which will reduce the number of units. We viewed one such residence (in contract) where the buyer is joining two corner units giving them a wonderful south & west view. The company offers an in-house design center to assist residents in planning their decorating options.
A special thanks goes to Mo, Adam Trautner (VP, Stonehenge Co), Sadicka White (Dir of Planning & Economic Development, Gahanna City), of course, Brian and to the residents who were kind enough to speak with us.
FTC Disclosure: The bloggers were given a bottle of wine and dinner for 2 at Mezzo Italian. Since I’m not a wine fancier and doubt that Mezzo would consider The Murph an acceptable dining companion, I’ll be “regifting”.
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By now, you may have heard that here in central Ohio we just broke the 100-year old record for snow fall with just under 30″ for the month of February. Those of us with single-family homes have been shoveling … and shoveling … and shoveling some more.
The people who live in condos don’t have to shovel snow unless they decide to perhaps do their sidewalks. The Condo Association has agreements with landscapers to plow the streets and sometimes the drives which allows the residents to enter via their garage, rather than needing to use the sidewalk to the front door.
In southern Delaware County, there are beau coup condo complexes with a wide variety of styles, sizes, prices, floor plans, and extra amenities such as fitness equipment and pools near the clubhouse. Most are located around the Powell and Lewis Center areas. Condos are also popular around Dublin and Hilliard, which is in Franklin County. Prices can range from the $90,000′s up to over $400,000 for large, luxury condos. You’ll find some of those around Powell and Dublin.
Choosing to live in a condo is usually a lifestyle decision. The people may choose this carefree lifestyle if they are busy with activities and don’t want to devote weekends to maintaining a single-family home and mowing grass. People who travel frequently for their employment may prefer the comfort of knowing their home is a little more cared for while they are away on business. Retirees may like the freedom to spend summers here, then spend winters in warmer climes.
If you’re in the market for a lifestyle change and a condo, I have a listing that is located in the southeast Delaware County area, so it is convenient to shopping and restaurants while still being near an upscale residential area. It also has a very competitive price. Read More.
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It’s the time of year when snowbirds are beginning to make plans for their trek south to warmer climates for the winter. Some go there at the first hint of cold while others wait till the holidays are over. Ohioans seem to favor Florida or Arizona for their winter havens.
Because these empty-nesters are on-the-go, active people they are prime candidates for trading in the “family” home for an easy-care condo. A condo is perfect for people who spend 6-months here and 6-months “there”. That way there are no worries about finding someone to mow lawns or clear snow while they’re gone.
If this lifestyle is appealing to you or if it has been part of your retirement plans, now might be a good time to purchase your northern condo. Since it’s the end of our buying season here, you might be able to get a better deal than if you wait till next spring. Sellers know that their season is ending, so they may be a little more willing to negotiate.
Right now there is a really good selection of condos in all price ranges, especially under $400,000. Here is what is on the market in southern Delaware County as of this morning:
If this lifestyle is in your plans, give me a call to review your next steps and to discuss what the options are that meet 
your specific needs and criteria. There is time to buy and move into your new place before you cast aside your winter coat in favor of those Jimmy Buffet shorts you have in the closet.
Oh-no … my eyes … my eyes!
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