Front view of 3502 Hazelhurst, Toledo, Ohio 43612

This traditional home with a full basement is locate across the street from the park and Senior Center and is close to 75 and 475. 3502 Hazelhurst, Toledo, Ohio 43612 has a sun room with heat and air and hardwood floors in the bedroom. The living room features a decorative fireplace and built ins and he big, dry basement provides tons of storage. Recent renovations and upgrades include: all new windows in 2000 including glass block in the basement, new roof in 2002, new flooring on the first floor, GFA and A/C only 5 years old, and remodeled kitchen and bath. At $67,500, this home is aggressively priced and is updated and move-in ready!

Decorative fireplace at 3502 Hazelhurst, Toledo, Ohio 43612

For more information on this property or to contact Kendall Gigax visit http://3502hazelhurst.danberry.com/

Kitchen of 3502 Hazelhurst, Toledo, Ohio 43612

Front view of 214 Eastwood, Oregon, Ohio 43616

This affordable 3 bedroom Bungalow is located in Oregon, Ohio, the Gateway to Lake Erie. It is on a large lot on a dead end street in the suburbs. 214 Eastwood, Oregon, Ohio is within walking distance to Pearson MetroParks, also on the Oregon bike Path. From the backyard, you can see Oak Shade Grove, Home of the German American Festival. The basement was hand dug by the previous owner, many years ago. This estate is priced under $70,000 and was very well taken care of.

For more information on this property or to contact Chris Hall visit http://214eastwood.danberry.com/

Back view of 214 Eastwood, Oregon, Ohio 43616

Front View of 3155 Goddard Road, Toledo, Ohio 43606

This traditional two story home is all brick and maintenance free! 3155 Goddard Road, Toledo, Ohio is located close to The University of Toledo, library, West Toledo shopping and restaurants, parks, and easy access to the highways. The remodeled kitchen is spacious and modern yet still maintains a charm. It has custom maple cabinets, granite countertops, tile floors, and all new stainless steel appliances. The upstairs bath has new fixtures, tile floors, and tile surround in tub. This home also has large bedrooms, 2.5 remodeled bath, replacement windows, and gleaming refinished hardwood floors. The basement has a full bath for future living space. There is pride of ownership throughout the neighborhood and priced at $132,000, you don’t want to miss out on this home!

Kitchen of 3155 Goddard Road, Toledo, Ohio 43606

For more information on this property or to contact Melissa Utterback visit http://3155goddard.danberry.com/

Interior of 3155 Goddard Road, Toledo, Ohio 43606

Front View of 730 Wind Breeze, Toledo, Ohio 43615

This almost 1700 sq. ft. newer construction villa is located in the Springfield School District and has convenient access to highway, parks, shopping, and restaurants. 730 Wind Breeze, Toledo, Ohio 43615 has an open floor plan in main living area including lofted ceilings, fireplace in the living room, and bright white kitchen with large breakfast bar and pantry area. The private master suite has a walk-in closet and bath with double sinks, garden tub, and separate shower. The front bedroom with adjacent bathroom is perfect for guests! This home also has a two car attached garage and a welcoming year-round sunroom. It has low utility budgets and the $125/month fee includes lawn care, trash, and snow removal. With tasteful decor and fresh landscaping, this home is priced at $134,900 and all appliances are included in the sale!

Kitchen of 730 Wind Breeze, Toledo, Ohio 43615

For more information on this property or to contact Melissa Utterback visit http://730windbreeze.danberry.com/

Interior of 730 Wind Breeze, Toledo, Ohio 43615

Barb Stout from Danberry’s Perrysburg office was installed as the 2012 President of the Toledo Board of Realtors at its annual meeting on December 1^st at The Toledo Zoo.  Having served as a Director of the Board for years and served on most of TBR’s committees, Barb now holds the trade association’s highest office.

The Board’s two highest annual honors were also announced at the meeting.  Carol Dimas from Danberry’s Briarfield office was named TBR’s “Realtor of the Year”.  Carol was recently re-elected as a Director, and also chaired TBR’s most successful RPAC Committee in 2011.  Jack Amlin from the same office won the “Realtor Citizen of the Year” award for his numerous contributions to civic and charitable groups, most notably as auctioneer at countless charity functions.

Among others addressing the Realtor group was Chris Hall, Danberry’s Vice President and Managing Broker at its Oregon and Perrysburg offices.  Chris was recently elected Treasurer of the Ohio Association of Realtors, the first from northwest Ohio to serve in that capacity for the state trade organization in 19 years.

Danberry is very proud of the contributions these four individuals have made both to their industry and to the communities they serve!

Front View of 2365 Meadowwood Toledo, Ohio 43606

There is nothing to do but move into this home! 2365 Meadowwood Toledo, Ohio 43606 is located close to UT and shopping. This is a great neighborhood for taking walks. It has lots of character with 4 very large bedrooms, 3 fireplaces, refinished hardwood floors throughout, new family room carpet, and heat registers. The entire interior has been professionally painted and some plumbing and electrical has been replaced. The owners raised 7 children in this home, so there is plenty of space for you! Priced at $177,500, home warranty is being provided!

Kitchen of 2365 Meadowwood Toledo, Ohio 43606

For more information on this property or to contact Chad Boyers visit http://2365meadowwood.danberry.com/

Interior of 2365 Meadowwood Toledo, Ohio 43606

Front View Nicholas Toledo, Ohio 43609

This home located at 623 Nicholas Toledo, Ohio 43609 has quick access to the Anthony Wayne Trail. This 3 bedroom home has lots of charm with its original hardwood floors, mouldings, and leaded and stained glass built in cabinets. It also has a beautifully remodeled kitchen and bath. The backyard features a water feature and a tiki bar! This charming home is priced at $64,900.

Kitchen of 623 Nicholas Toledo, Ohio 43609

For more information on this property or to contact Daniel Needs visit http://623nicholas.danberry.com/

Back View of 623 Nicholas Toledo, Ohio 43609

The problem with headlines…

They rarely convey the whole story, just as the one above does not.  The problem is that most people don’t read far beyond headlines to digest the nitty gritty details they refer to.

Well, they’re at it again.  A headline in Wednesday’s Business section of a local newspaper proclaimed “Region fares poorly as home selling prices drop”. Granted, the local real estate market hasn’t been on fire this year, but our “region fares poorly…”? The body of the article states that our metro area recorded a 3.86% decrease in prices, then two paragraphs later quotes the nationwide drop as 3.7%.  Well, we did underachieve compared to the rest of the nation . . . by sixteen hundredths of one percent.

Clearly our industry faces challenges, primarily due to economic conditions.  But let’s not forget that there is a positive side to declining prices – it is truly a great time to buy!  Not only are prices down relative to recent years, but inventory is high (lots of great houses to choose from) and mortgage interest rates are at fire sale levels historically speaking.  And contrary to myth, mortgage money IS available.

The Toledo Region has many great things going for it, including affordable housing.  For a look at a freshly launched web site describing our region, go to http://toledoregion.com.

Front View of 4902 Stengel Toledo, Ohio 43614

This 3 bedroom brick home has a large, mature, and beautifully landscaped backyard which backs up to Heatherdowns Golf Course. 4902 Stengel Toledo, Ohio 43614 is located on a dead end street next to Copland Park. This home has  spacious living room, formal dining room with built-ins, family room with fireplace, and a 3 season porch. The 3 bedrooms have hardwood floors, there is new carpet throughout, newer roof, sump pump, and helmet gutters. This home is competitively priced at $104,000.

Kitchen of 4902 Stengel Toledo, Ohio 43614

For more information on this property or to contact Lori Stephens visit http://4902stengel.danberry.com/

Backyard of 4902 Stengel Toledo, Ohio 43614

Front View of 13740 Defiance Pike, Rudolph, Ohio 43462

Enjoy a country setting with city conveniences! 13740 Defiance Pike, Rudolph, Ohio offers Bowling Green Schools and their academic rating of excellent with distinction and great programs for sports, music, and the gifted and disabled 5-21. This home is also close to expressways, shopping, libraries, and activities. It has good mechanicals and is a great space for families on a budget concerned with quality education; it offers a great, clean, safe environment and has proven to be ample space for 4 kids, 2 adults, 2 dogs, and a cat. The contemporary interior layout of living space echo that of newer home construction; it has vaulted ceilings, and open floor plan, walk in closets, a big fenced back yard, and open fields in the front. This home also has new: front facia, A/C, windows, doors, appliances, fence, and garage door opener. Although this property is being offered as a short sale, the lender is ready to consider all reasonable offers. Compare, shop, save with this home priced at $89,000.

Kitchen of 13740 Defiance Pike, Rudolph, Ohio 43462

For more information on this property or to contact Darlene Wilhelm visit http://13740defiancepike.danberry.com/

Back View of 13740 Defiance Pike, Rudolph, Ohio 43462