Baxter Ridge Market Report  July-August 2011  Chesterfield, MO                                                                                    Baxter Ridge has been quite active over the past 2 months.  The above activity shows current properties on the market and what has sold in both the single family homes and the condominiums during that time.  We have been busy listing and selling homes during the summer.  As you can see, 4 of our 5 recent listings are already sold with only 1 home currently for sale.  Of course, we need more Baxter Ridge listings.    From the market data listed above, it is clear to Baxter Ridge residents that prices are down from last year.  While several years ago, home prices topped out at nearly $500,000, the market has definitely corrected and homes are mo... 09/24/2011

         Baxter Ridge Condominiums - Chesterfield MOMany people in Chesterfield are unaware of the condominiums located within the Villages at Baxter Ridge subdivision.  Better known as Baxter Ridge, there are approximately 135 condominium units tucked away at the back of the subdivision. Featuring all different styles, Baxter Ridge condos offer many different size units.   There are condos that range in size from 1500 SF to over 2500 SF.  These units are perfect whether a buyer is trying to purchase a first home or for downsizing from a larger home. Residents are young professionals, young families and retired couples.  All are welcome here.  One reason for the diversity of the residents has to do with the amenities available for Baxter Ridge residents.  Subdivision facilities include ... 09/19/2011

Sold in 3 days!  1910 Grayson Ridge Court in Chesterfield, MO Last week was such a great week.  We listed a beautiful home right before we left for vacation.  They weren't quite ready to put it on the market so we made it MLS exempt for a week.  We took pictures and had them ready to go..  our assistant got the color brochures ready and the home went on the market while we were still out of town.  We received an offer en route home from Florida and got it accepted before we got home. On the market for 3 days and now SOLD...  sweet! 04/12/2010

1614 Sunny Wind Court  Chesterfield, MO  New Listing by Jim and Linda Arnold         Come see this beautifully upgraded, well maintained 2 story in Baxter Ridge.  Great curb appeal on a large level cul-de-sac  lot. This is a clean & bright home waiting for new owners.   The two story foyer leads to the living & dining rooms and on into the large family room w/bay, brick fireplace, built in bookcases & wet bar. The kitchen features a center island with updated lighting and a newer stainless wall oven/micro.  The breakfast room area has a planning desk and large windows overlooking mature trees and leads to a huge screened-in porch. The master suite has a cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, fan with light and an updated luxury bath.  The 3 other bedrooms are of good size.  The re is update... 04/12/2010

The Easter Bunny visits Baxter Ridge subdivision in Chesterfield, MO.  Last weekend, the Easter Bunny made a visit to the Baxter Ridge subdivision.  With promises of candy, pictures and fun, the Bunny really delivered.  Balloons showed families the way as they arrived at the Baxter Ridge clubhouse for the fun.  While at the clubhouse, families visited with the Easter Bunny and had their pictures taken.  Some pictures were impromptu and others were taken sitting with the Bunny or on the Bunny's lap.  Some children were anxious to have their pictures taken while some of the younger children weren't quite sure.  Other activities included a coloring contest, a guess the number of candy pieces contest and lots and lots of bubble blowing.  Many beautiful coloring contest entries were created.... 04/05/2010

  Villages at Baxter Ridge sales statistics - year over year comparison 2008-2009/2009-2010.  The two charts above compare residential sales at the end of 1st quarter 2009 vs end of 1st quarter 2010.  The number of sales in each one year period are similar - 6 at the end of 1st quarter 2010 and 7 at the end of 1st quarter 2009.  Average days on market were 61 days in the previous period and 44 in the most recent period which represents an 18% improvement.  Average sale price in previous period was $413,143 and $379,167 in the most recent period which represents an 8.3% decrease in price.  The list price/sale price ratio of homes in the previous period was 96.73% and 95% in the most recent period representing a drop of 1.73%. This trend shows that while homes are selling faster, they are... 03/31/2010

                                  Baxter Ridge Barracudas get ready to swim in Chesterfield, MO.  The Baxter Ridge swim team the Barracudas  kicked off their preseason activities on Sunday, March 28 with sign ups at the Clubhouse.  New families arrived for orientation at 1 PM followed by a meeting for returning families at 2 PM.  A representative from Kids' Sportsworld was in attendance to help with team swim suit fittings.    Ever popular, the Barracudas are a force to be reckoned with.  Open to all Baxter Ridge families - condos or single family homes - the Barracudas will swim five conference meets and one intrasquad meet. The intrasquad meet starts the swim meet schedule on June 7th at 5:30 PM.  This intrasquad meet is new for the Barracudas.  It will give new members to the team an... 03/30/2010