http://www.denhamspringsappraisers.com/ - Denham Springs Certified Real Estate Appraisers: Late 2010 Rolling Meadows Subdivision Update, Market Pricing Correction!       Solds In Rolling Meadows from 1/2010 to 11/30/2010 revealed:Average Sales Price: $141,767Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $103/sfMedian Sold Price: $139,900Number of Sales: 3Average Number of Days On Market: 110 DaysLow To High: $135,500 to $149,900 THE CHART BELOW SHOWS A "COOLING" OF THE VERY HIGH POST HURRICANE KATRINA SALES PRICE, A DROP FROM $108.32/SF TO $103.04/SF, WHICH IS HEALTHY FOR THIS "First Time Homebuyer Market where $157,500 was just too much to pay for housing!  It was thought that the new Juban Parc Junior High School directly across from Rolling Meadows was going to "raise" home values but that doesn'... 11/30/2010

If you want to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of lakefront living, but still be just minutes from Baton Rouge shopping, dining and working, then Clearlake Estates is the place for you. This 62 lot subdivision is located in Denham Springs - just minutes outside Baton Rouge down I-12 - and was developed starting in 1994.  This development combines the best of nature with newer construction.  There are three ponds in the subdivision and all are stocked so you can fish from your backyard! If you think Baton Rouge lakefront living is for you, but don't want to leave city amenities behind, give us a call today and let's go explore Clearlake Estates.   Click here to search Baton Rouge properties. Click here to view our YouTube site. www.BatonRougeAreaHomes.com   11/22/2010

If you're looking for a Baton Rouge lakefront home where you can fish in your own back yard, this subdivision is for you.  It's in Denham Springs, just a couple of minutes down I-12 from Baton Rouge city limits.  In Clearlake subdivision, the homes are built around several large lakes that are stocked for fishing.  Built in the last 10 years these homes have the best of nature combined with newer construction.  As far as Baton Rouge lakefront home communities go, this is one of the hidden jewels.  Just off the Juban exit, it is easy access if you commute to work or school.  But once you are home, you'll feel really away from the city. SEARCH HERE FOR BATON ROUGE LAKEFRONT HOMES 11/19/2010

FAIR WARNING: numbers, numbers & more numbers..... After taking a look at the October sales and inventory numbers for Livingston Parish, I wanted to drill in a little bit deeper to better understand what is happening in the available inventory pool of homes. This analysis is based on a snapshot of the inventory available today - it will change tomorrow, the day after and so forth, but I think this information gives a nice picture of what is happening on the ground right now. I plan on refreshing this information each month and after I have a couple of months data, then I'll figure out a way to graph the trends that are occurring. I think it is important - particularly if you are selling your home - that you understand how many other homes you are competing against in and around your pri... 11/10/2010

http://www.batonrougerealestatetrends.net/ - Denham Springs Housing Trends: High End Homes Two Year Study Released! Accurate Valuations Group Appraiser, Bill Cobb, has performed a 2 year housing market study on MLS Areas 81 and 83 from 9/1/2008 to 9/30/2010. Search parameters were ALL Residential Housing (except Manfactured Housing) from $300,000 to $600,000 and ALL ages (proposed, new and existing). The charts on this page are the results of the study.   Sep-08 vs. Sep-10: The median sold price is up 6% Sep-08 vs. Sep-10: The median price of for sale properties is down 1% and the median price of sold properties is up 6% Sep-08 vs. Sep-10: The number of sold properties is down 50% Sep-08 vs. Sep-10: The number of under contract properties is up 100% Sep-08 vs. Sep-10: The number of new... 10/25/2010

http://www.batonrougerealestatetrends.net/ - 2010 Denham Springs Housing Trends: Ten One Year Housing Charts Explain Median Sold Prices Up, Number of Sold Properties Decreases and Inventory Grows! Accurate Valuations Group Appraiser, Bill Cobb, has performed a 1 year housing market study on MLS Areas 81 and 83 from 9/1/2009 to 9/30/2010.  Search parameters were ALL Residential Housing (except Manfactured Housing) from $50,000 to $500,000 and ALL ages (proposed, new and existing).  The charts on this page are the results of the study.  Sep-09 vs. Sep-10: The median sold price is up 6%   Sep-09 vs. Sep-10: The median price of for sale properties is down 4% and the median price of sold properties is up 6%   Sep-09 vs. Sep-10: The number of sold properties is down 28%   Sep-09 vs. Sep-10: ... 10/25/2010

http://www.batonrougerealestatetrends.net/ - 2010 Denham Springs Housing Trends: Three Year Housing Charts Show A Minor Post Hurricane Katrina Market Correction, Which Was To Be Expected! Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The median sold price is down 3%. Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The number of sold properties is down 41%.  Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The median sold price is down 3%.  Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The number of under contract properties is down 21%.   Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The number of new properties is down 48%.  Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The number of for sale properties is down 23%.   Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The number of expired properties is down 18%.  Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The number of for sale properties is down 23% and the number of sold properties is down 41%.  Q3 2007 vs. Q3 2010: The average days o... 10/25/2010

As a real estate professional, we have the fiduciary responsibility to look out for the best interest of our clients at all times.  One of those duties in doing so, is trying to get a home warranty on both ends of the transaction. When I'm representing the seller, I try to get them to get seller coverage to protect them during the listing period.  The same goes for the buyer when purchasing the home, we like for our buyers to have many years of happiness in their new home, so a warranty should cover most issues that arise regarding mechanical items. One company where I live promotes, the "No Pre-Existing Conditions" on when promoting their warranties.  Recently, a home was inspected, with no issues/defects noted in the inspection report regarding the Air Conditioning.  The home inspecto... 10/18/2010

http://www.appraisersindenhamsprings.com/ - 2010 Denham Springs Housing Trends: Lakes At Belle Terre Subdivision     Solds In Lakes At Belle Terre Subdivision from 1/2005 to 10/13/2010 revealed:Average Sales Price: $209,333Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $104.44/sf  ($108.83/sf in 2009) Median Sold Price: $204,000  ($208,900 in 2009)Number of Sales: 6  (5 Sales In 2009)Average Number of Days On Market: 65Low To High: $188,000 to $250,000Number of Sold REO/Foreclosures Noted In MLS: 0Current # Listings: 4, 0 Are ForeclosuresCurrent Listings Prices: $179,000 To $205,000             Home Sales Data for this update was used with permission of the GBRAR MLS.  Search dates were 1/1/2005 to 10/13/2010, extracted on 10/13/2010.       10/14/2010

  How many of you know that we have a local zip line and tubing adventure right in the Baton Rouge metro area just 6 miles north of Denham Springs? A full one mile of zip line adventure awaiting you on this canopy tour. Tiki Zip Line Tours just opened October 1, 2010.  VIDEO  It operates year around in all kinds of weather. Then when summer rolls around, Tiki  Tubing . with a variety of tubes to suit your fancy, will take you up river for a relaxing float trip.  Check out all the fun pictures on their websites and gather a group to share your float experience. By the way, don't forget to allow enough time for a picnic to end a very fun day! 10/11/2010

One of my favorite restaurant visits this month was the Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant in Denham Springs, Louisiana, at one end of the Bass Pro Shop. You have a choice of dining views and atmospheres.  One is by a cozy fireplace to take the chill off the evening.  A second is in booths along the wall of the hugh aquarium watching the fish swim by (sure to please family).  The third is on the pier balcony overlooking the bass lake.  The evening I was there a bass fish actually jumped out right at the table by the water! And more than just atmosphere, the food was delicious!  Start off with home made yeast bread loaves and butter.  Then the fresh fish and seafood selections are great.  You can choose grilled, sauted, blackened or covered in sumptious crab or crawfish sause and baked. ... 10/09/2010

http://www.appraisersindenhamsprings.com/ – Denham Springs Real Estate: How Much Value Does Converting Garage To Living Area For A PCC or DR Horton Home in Subdivisions Like Richmond Place, South Point, Woodland Crossing and Westminister Estates?     If you’ve driven through the PCC Homebuilders and/or DR Horton Developments around Denham Springs, it’s likely that you’ve seen homes just like the one above with the garage converted to living area. As I drive through these developments for home appraisals, it seems like it makes sense to convert into this manner because a lot of these residents use their garages for storage and don’t park their autos in the garages. BUT, Is this a wise investment in terms of re-sale?     Continued. Let’s investigate here! This home was built new in 2002 a... 10/03/2010

http://www.denhamspringsappraisers.com/ - Western Livingston Parish Home Appraisers: August 2010 Market Data The August 2010 housing numbers are in from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors from 8/1/2010 to 8/31/2010 and from 8/1/2009 to 8/31/2010, extracted on 9/16/2010.   The August 2010 housing numbers are in from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors from 8/1/2010 to 8/31/2010 and from 8/1/2009 to 8/31/2010, extracted on 9/16/2010. Livingston Parish August 2010 Market Data (For MLS Areas 80, 81, 82 & 83) Total Monthly Sales: 56 (Lowest Number Of Sales In Period) Average Listing Price: $164,295 ($162,914 in 8/2009)Average Sold Price: $161,018 ($160,232 in 8/2009)Median Sold Price: $140,900 ($152,500 in 8/2009)Average Days On The Market: 92 (85 in 8/2009)Listing T... 10/03/2010

http://www.denhamspringslarealestate.net/ - Do You Need To Appeal Your Western Livingston Parish Denham Springs Property Tax Assessment?   Possibly So and Possibly Not!  Watch the video below!   Click Below To Watch Video Denham Springs Western Livingston Parish Property Tax Appeal Appraisals   Denham Springs Western Livingston Parish Property Tax Appeal Appraisals. In this video, Western Livingston Parish Home Appraiser, Bill Cobb, points out some inaccuracies in tax assessments.  However, the vast majority are properly assessed.     EDITOR'S NOTE: This is not a cheap shot directed at our public servants as this video is complimentary of them.  Our Tax Assessor, Jeff Taylor, is a fair and "I'll make it right" kind of guy and public servant.  We also applaud Jeff for being active in the... 10/02/2010

http://www.jubanparcappraiser.com/ - Denham Springs Home Appraisers: Juban Parc Housing Numbers For September 2010   Solds In Juban Parc from 1/2010 to 9/27/2010 revealed: Average Sales Price: $159,943Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $102.49/sfMedian Sold Price: $141,900Number of Sales: 21Low To High: $137,500 to $235,000Average Days On Market: 103Number of Sold REO/Foreclosures Noted In MLS: 0Current # Listings: 13, 1 ForeclosureCurrent Listings Prices: $138,900 To $239,900   NOTE: The 2009 Average and Median Sales Prices were $175,007 and $175,450.   The data within this report is used with the permission of the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors, extracted on 9/27/2010 from periods 1/1/2009 to 9/27/2010.    09/26/2010

http://www.denhamspringsappraisers.com/ - A Minor Meltdown in Higher End Denham Springs Watson La Housing Market?   I just completed a refinance appraisal in Watson's Easterly Lakes Subdivision and my, my was the market research an eye opener.  As of 9/18/2010, the Post Hurricane Katrina Median Sales Price Highs from September 2007 have declined over 28%.  Just since 9/2009, the median sales price has declined over 6%, see the chart above.   Not only that, but my search of GBRMLS revealed 3 REO or Foreclosure sales and 1 REO Listing and 1 Short Sale Listing.  This is a partial market condition statement I made below within my report:  "Based on 6 2010 Sales in Easterly Lakes, 2009 vs 2010, the average and median sales prices are both down as is the average sold price per square foot. Th... 09/22/2010

http://www.batonrougerealestatetrends... - Baton Rouge Real Estate Trends Video: Denham Springs Easterly Lakes September 2010 Update. Appraiser Bill Cobb updates the housing market numbers for Easterly Lakes Subdivision in Watson Louisiana.   Based on 6 2010 Sales in Easterly Lakes, 2009 vs 2010, the average and median sales prices are both down as is the average sold price per square foot.   The average sold price is down from $230,300 to $201,200.   The median sold price is down from $220,000 to $211,500, a -3.8% decline.  The average sold price per sq. ft is down from $111.81/sf to $101.08/sf.   Year to date, there have been 6 sales versus 13 in 2009.  The average days on the market has increased from 62 days in 2009 to 83 in 2010, but still under a 90 day market, which is good news.... 09/18/2010

In case you missed the May 4th discussion of Business Report's history of the Livingson Louisiana housing market, it is worth a read.   Livinsgton Parish is a growing  area that is seeing much change as time evolves it.  As a matter of fact, it is changing rapidly.  The housing market is just one area where that change is occurring. This parish, once dominated by a single brokerage, M A Allen, has now blossomed to support several growing brokerages. Livingston is seeing new population growth as large commercial centers like the Bass Pro Shop with it's restaurants and commerce park move into the area.  Old ways make way for new ways. There are a variety of new subdivisions emerging.  One of my favorites are the lovely Lake Front communities like Clearlake Subdivision right off the juban ... 09/06/2010

“The Livingston Parish News” If you are relocating to Livingston Parish, I would definitely recommend you picking up a “Livingston Parish” newspaper. The “Livingston Parish Newspaper” was founded in 1898. You can grab a newspaper twice a week, Sunday and Thursday. Livingston news is a locally owned and operated paid-circulation newspaper. They are great about covering issues and events throughout the Livingston Parish area. Information regarding births, marriages, deaths, weddings, engagements, social events, and court news…they all reach the residents of Livingston Parish by reading “The Livingston Parish News”. Livingston Parish News has over 100 years of publication and has won more than 400 journalist awards for journalistic excellence at a state and national level. So, what is it t... 09/05/2010

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