February has arrived and there is something for everyone here in Ann Arbor. Take a look at a few of the events happening around town this month! ________________________________________________________________________________________________ February 14, 2013 TRACY SMITH Having made the treacherous climb towards the “sexual peak”, Tracy Smith has honed a hilarious insight, perfect for navigating through the regrets and choices in the mean streets of “Singletown.” With a personality just sweet enough to offset the bitter truth she serves up, Tracy’s sharply written, on target material offers a perspective sure to make men and women laugh out loud. Tracy’s television credits include a half hour for “Comedy Central Presents,” “Late Fridays” on NBC, “Premium Blend,” “Friday Night” and “Shor... 02/13/2013

 Congratulations Keller Williams! You’re No. 9 on America’s Top Workplaces. The ONLY national real estate franchise on the list. Read the Full Press Release  and  View the List Find out more from the Ann Arbor Experts!  Search for homes in the Ann Arbor Area. 02/06/2013

Great time to get out and EnjoyIce Skating Indoors or Outside! Ann Arbor Area Board and Michigan Association of REALTOR’S® has posted the Year End 2012 December Residential Sales Statistics.  Washtenaw County is doing exceptional overall. The December Average Sales Price went from $204,322. To $217,080 showing an increase of 6.24% The 2012 Number of Sales Year-to-Date was also up 8.01%. In addition, the report shows another important statistic for Sellers which is that the Year-To-Date Average December Price increased by 9.36% over last year having gone from $194,967 to $213,221. Washtenaw County reports that our Average Sales Price is one of the highest overall in the State according to Michigan Association of Realtors®. This is very good news for home Sellers in Washtenaw County beca... 01/30/2013

We here at Kathy Toth and Team REALTORS® have welcomed Jen Sutch to the Ann Arbor Area Real Estate Experts team as a Buyers’ Agent!  Jen’s local knowledge and education background make her your greatest buyer advocate. “I am very excited about this phenomenal opportunity to marry my 20+ years of experience and service in Higher Education, as a financial service guru with being a Buyer’s Agent. I look forward to continuing to offer our clients hands on approach. Helping others achieve their goals, fits well in delivering premiere service for our Ann Arbor Area Buyer clients. “Whether it is a first home purchase or it is just time for a change, I’m thrilled to be joining such a well-regarded and fantastic organization as Kathy Toth & Team, REALTORS® of KW”, said Sutch. Jennifer and her hu... 01/23/2013

Burns Park Market Trends: 1/23/2013 Burns Park is one of the prime neighborhoods for home owners who want to be walking distance to University of Michigan.  Get your Ann Arbor Burns Park Market Snapshot.   Total Properties Listed: 129    Month-Over-Month Change: -4.44%              Average List Price: $400,066        Month-Over-Month Change: -4.84%          Median List Price: $350,000   Month-Over-Month Change: N/A Typical Burns Park Home: Single-Family Home3.01 Bedrooms2.26 Baths$400,066 Average List Price$226/SqFt Average Price per SqFt. Average Price by Bedrooms in Burns Park: 1 Bedroom: $186,741 2 Bedrooms: $292,518 3 Bedrooms: $338,720 4 Bedrooms: $576,562 5 Bedrooms: $810,100 Top 5 Most Viewed Homes in Burns Park 3123 Overridge Dr 5 beds / 4.5 baths $1,250,000 3008 Brockman 3 beds... 01/22/2013

January has arrived and there is something for everyone here in Ann Arbor. Take a look at a few of the events happening around town this month! ________________________________________________________________________________________________ January 09, 2013 THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HOSTS SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION TRAVELING EXHIBIT: INDIVISIBLE: AFRICAN NA An important part of the American story has long been invisible–the story of people who share African American and Native American ancestry. For 500 years or more, African American and Native people have come together, creating shared histories, communities, and ways of life. Often divided by prejudice, laws, or twists of history, African-Native Americans are united by a double heritage that is truly indivisible. Their historic journey... 01/09/2013

As we wind down the Ann Arbor Real Estate selling season, ending in a Sellers market, I was reviewing the data for the home that sold for the most money year to date.  The most expensive home in the Ann Arbor luxury market sold for $1,750,000.00.  There were 12 homes that sold over $1,000,000.00  in Ann Arbor and the averages for these homes is below: Listing $ SqFt Listing Pr/SqFt DOM/CDOM Sale $ Selling Pr/SqFt $1,373,642 6454 $223 97/87 $1,277,917 $206 The average sold price per square feet for the Ann Arbor luxury market was $206.00.  The most expensive home sold in Ann Arbor is pictured here- total square feet of 6487, 6 bedrooms 5.1 baths set on 1.6 acres. 12/26/2012

Are you wanting to live by University of Michigan Campus?  We have videos and condo association documents to help  you make informed decisions on your Ann Arbor houseing options.  Call your Ann Arbor Real Estate Experts 734-669-0337 12/16/2012

Market Trends: 12/16/2012 for Ann Arbor Downtown living. Do you want to live in Ann Arbor in the Hot Downtown area?   Are you ready to just walk home after eating out at a local bistro? If  you want to know what your condo or downtown Ann Arbor home is worth - click here for your market snapshot. Total Properties Listed: 38     Month-Over-Month Change: -41.54%Average List Price: $319,571          Month-Over-Month Change: -13.02%          Median List Price: $249,500       Month-Over-Month Change: -16.56% Typical Downtown Ann Arbor Condo1.97 Bedrooms1.32 Baths$319,571 Average List Price$271/SqFt Average Price per SqFt. Average Price by Bedrooms for Ann Arbor Downtown Condos/Homes: 1 Bedroom: $200,880 2 Bedrooms: $396,300 3 Bedrooms: $465,966 4 Bedrooms: $438,800 5 Bedrooms: N/A Top 5 Most... 12/16/2012

Foreclosures are down in 2012 for Washtenaw County.  But December is an awesome time to find a sweet foreclosure deal in Ann Arbor Area.  Here are the Trends in Ann Arbor Real Estate for froeclosures: Total Properties Listed: 117 Month-Over-Month Change: +69.57%Average List Price: $132,036       Month-Over-Month Change: -14.94%Median List Price: $119,000    Month-Over-Month Change: -11.52% Homes that are Foreclosed in Ann Arbor Area are typically3.15 Bedrooms1.86 Baths$132,036 Average List Price$72/SqFt Average Price per SqFt. Average Price by Bedrooms for Ann Arbor Area Foreclosures: 2 Bedrooms: $95,333 3 Bedrooms: $118,871 4 Bedrooms: $228,368 5 Bedrooms: $392,466 Top 5 Most Viewed Foreclosed Homes 5665 Geddes Road 3 beds / 3 baths $179,000 4756 Dexter-Townhall 4 beds / 2.5 baths $155... 12/08/2012

December has arrived and there is something for everyone here in Ann Arbor. Take a look at a few of the events happening around town this month! ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dec. 06, 2012 – Dec. 09, 2012 WILD SWAN THEATER PRESENTS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Adventure Series, Ages 7+ Based on the novel by Charles Dickens and adapted for Wild Swan by Jeff Duncan with original music by composer Tom Schnauber, Wild Swan’s version of this wonderful holiday classic has been created especially for family audiences. A Christmas Carol tells of the astonishing transformation of miserly old Ebeneezer Scrooge after he is visited by three spirits on the night before Christmas. Towsley Auditorium, Morris Lawence Bldg, at WCC , 4800 East Huro... 12/05/2012

Market Trends for Loch Alpine Subdivision: 11/28/2012 Find out What Your Loch Alpine  Home is Worth with Market Snapshot   Total Homes For Sale Now in Loch Alpine: 7     Month-Over-Month Change: -30%              Average List Price: $278,385         Month-Over-Month Change: -4.94%          Median List Price: $289,900       Month-Over-Month Change: -4.94% Single-Family Loch Alpine Home3.83 Bedrooms2.5 Baths$278,385 Average List Price$130/SqFt Average Price per SqFt. Average Price by Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms: $289,450 4 Bedrooms: $328,266 5 Bedrooms: $310,000 Top 5 Most Viewed Locha Alpine Homes 4875 Northgate 4 beds / 2.5 baths $374,900 4242 Glen Eden Court 4 beds / 2.5 baths $320,000 4811 Whitman Cir 4 beds / 2.5 baths $289,900 4266 Hawthorn Pl 3 beds / 2.5 baths $289,000 0 Whitman Circle 0... 11/27/2012

Good news keeps rolling in and all arrows point upward in the Washtenaw County real estate!  Sales continues to remain strong in October of 2012 according to the Ann Arbor Area Board of REALTORS.  Robust is the word being used to describe the fast pace of residential real estate sales in October. Real estate sales in Washtenaw County, during the month October, has continued in the same upward trend that’s been taking place throughout the year.  Want to Know What your Home is Worth?  The total year-to-date residential sales dollar volume is also up 19.3%.  The number of listings on the market is slightly less than last year, and have continued to be low all year which is leading to higher sales prices for Sellers. This is a great reason to list your home as buyers are qualified and looki... 11/21/2012

Last week, I shared November events and activities happening around Dexter, MI. This week, let's take a look at a few of the events happening around Ann Arbor this month! ________________________________________________________________________________________________ November 17, 2012 UMS PRESENTS: THE DAVE HOLLAND BIG BAND Does rhythm cause transformation? A bassist, composer, band leader and a master of time and rhythm, Dave Holland is in his fifth decade as a performer, and his music possesses a rich and kaleidoscopic history. With his third appearance at UMS since 2003, Dave is joined by his Big Band and their rich, lively, and utterly kinetic sound. Mention the promo code AAACVB and get 25% off your ticket purchase! There are three easy ways to order:1. By phone. Contact Sarah Wilb... 11/14/2012

There's Still Time to Get Into a New Ann Arbor Home! But you better hurry! With the holiday season just around the corner, many folks wouldn't even consider making a move at this time of year. But with historically low interest rates, great deals still to be had, and Ann Arbor home prices beginning to rise, now is the perfect time to make a purchase. If a seller has a home listed right now, they are serious about getting it sold, not just testing the waters. Why wait til spring when the real estate market is at it's strongest and competition is fierce? Enjoy the extra space for that holiday family gathering and be settled in for the new year. Here at The Bouma Group, our Buyer's Agents have the skills and knowledge of the Ann Arbor Real Estate market to find you the home of your dreams.... 11/09/2012

Market Trends: 11/2/2012 for Walnut Ridge in Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Want to Know What Your Walnut Ridge Home is Worth? Total Walnut Ridge Homes For Sale - 2 Month-Over-Month Change: +100% Average List Price: $847,500    Month-Over-Month Change: -.29% Median List Price: $847,500     Month-Over-Month Change: -.29% Single-Family Home4.5 Bedrooms5 Baths$847,500 Average List Price$157/SqFt Average Price per SqFt. Average Price by Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom: N/A 2 Bedrooms: N/A 3 Bedrooms: N/A 4 Bedrooms: $850,000 5 Bedrooms: $845,000 Top 5 Most Viewed Properties 3017 Walnut Ridge 4 beds / 5.5 baths $850,000 2547 Timber Hill Drive 5 beds / 4.5 baths $845,000 Walnut Ridge Homes For Sale - Adk for Current Availability 734-669-0337  See Video, Photos, Mapping, Restrictions for Walnut Ridge Homes 11/01/2012

The News is Out – The Ann Arbor Area Board of REALTORS® has just published the September Market Report.  This month, just like last month, we continue to climb upward.  The entire Washtenaw County area is showing steady, positive gains in all segments of the real estate market. 2012 Residential Sales are up year-to-date 7.23 %. Condo Sales are up 6.1 % compared to this time last year. Average Sale Price for residential property in September 2012 was $214,059, an increase  of 12.5 % over last year and the year-to-date price is up over last year by 9.4 %. And The News is Good – The Average Days on Market has dropped for residential sales from 76 to 59 days, a decrease of 22.4 %.  Homes are selling quickly.  Properties are selling faster for more money, many times with multiple offers.  Wi... 10/31/2012

Wildwood roads wind around the trees and the terrific homes are perfect for the size lots they are situated on. Wildwood homes range in size from 1600 square feet to more than 2200 square feet with floor plans of more than four bedrooms are common. These homes also vary in style as well as price! Some of the Wildwood properties are on lots as large as 1.25 acres or more and range in price from $300,000 to more than one million dollars.Right along the banks of the winding Huron River in Washtenaw County you will find many neighborhoods and subdivisions.   Wildwood Neighborhood located in Ann Arbor, Michigan is one to be "tops" in considering when purchasing in Ann Arbor.   You feel the seclusion of the busy city of Ann Arbor out just 7 minutes to downtown in this picturesque setting of ... 10/24/2012

Market Trends: 10/13/2012 for Loch Alpine Golf Course Want to Know What Your Home is Worth with Market Snapshot? Total Loch Alpine Homes for Sale: 10 Month-Over-Month Change: -9.09% Average List Price: $296,760 Month-Over-Month Change: -6.56% Median List Price: $314,500 Month-Over-Month Change: -1.72% Loch Alpine Homes for Sale4.11 Bedrooms2.72 Baths$296,760 Average List Price$129/SqFt Average Price per SqFt. Average Price by Bedrooms in Loch Apine: 3 Bedrooms: $289,000 4 Bedrooms: $323,933 5 Bedrooms: $330,000 Top 5 Most Viewed Properties 4890 Troon Court 5 beds / 3.5 baths $350,000 4411 Canterbury Court 4 beds / 3 baths $329,900 4811 Whitman Cir 4 beds / 2.5 baths $299,900 4266 Hawthorn Pl 3 beds / 2.5 baths $289,000 0 Whitman Circle 0.35 acres $75,000 10/12/2012

Market Trends: 10/7/2012 for Polo Fields Golf Community (with Video) Market Snapshot for Polo Fields Total Properties Listed: 3 Month-Over-Month Change: Average List Price: $406,266 Month-Over-Month Change: -7.2% Median List Price: $359,900 Month-Over-Month Change: -7.2% Typical Polo Fields Home4.33 Bedrooms3.5 Baths$406,266 Average List Price$152/SqFt Average Price per SqFt. Average Price by Bedrooms:  4 Bedrooms: $429,450 5 Bedrooms: $359,900 Most Viewed Polo Fields Homes 4831 Birdie Ln 4 beds / 4.5 baths $499,000 891 Fairway Park 4 beds / 2.5 baths $359,900 659 Fairway Park Dr 5 beds / 3.5 baths $359,900 Call for Polo Fields prices and availability. 10/07/2012