The Pearce Team : Archived blog posts for : January 2011 : page 2

Open House. OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan. 23, 1-4

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Cottonwood MR, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Property Photo: 56 11588 232ND ST in Maple Ridge

Please visit our Open House at 56 11588 232ND ST in Maple Ridge.

OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan. 23, 1-4

Desirable END unit set in a quiet location in the complex. Room for a larger family as the utility room upstairs can be used as an office or fourth bedroom. Appliances and roof are only three years old as well as paint and flooring. The home backs on the playground so you can watch the kids play from the kitchen or eating area. Relax on your private patio as you enjoy your morning coffee. Strata fee only $172/month. Close to schools and public transportation. $14,000 down and less than $1,300 per month including city taxes and strata fee. Why pay rent?

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Open House. OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, Jan 23rd, 1:00-4:00pm

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Cottonwood MR, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Please visit our Open House at 56 11588 232ND ST in Maple Ridge.

See details here

OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, Jan 23rd, 1:00-4:00pm

Desirable END unit set in a quiet location in the complex. Room for a larger family as the utility room upstairs can be used as an office or fourth bedroom. Appliances and roof are only three years old as well as paint and flooring. The home backs on the playground so you can watch the kids play from the kitchen or eating area. Enjoy the view of the mountains as you have your morning coffee. Strata fee only $172/month. Close to schools and public transportation. $14,000 down and less than $1,300 per month including city taxes and strata fee. Why pay rent?

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Open House. OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, Jan. 23rd, 2:00-4:00pm

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Northwest Maple Ridge, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Property Photo: 20622 123RD AVE in Maple Ridge

Please visit our Open House at 20622 123RD AVE in Maple Ridge.

See details here

OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, Jan. 23rd, 2:00-4:00pm

Immaculate three bedroom California style rancher in west Maple Ridge. There is a four piece main bath plus an ensuite. Walk to school, public transportation and it is an easy bike ride to West Coast Express. Large 7200 square foot lot witha desirable south facing rear yard for the sun enthusiasts.

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We Love Referrals!

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Don Pearce

Over the last 20 years we have had the pleasure of buying and selling properties with the same clients 2-3 or more times. We are always happy to hear from past clients whether they are moving themselves, have friends or acquaintances moving , have questions about the market or financing or just want to chat. A large portion of our success is from referrals and past clients.

We like to recognise the fact that you think of us and are comfortable referring clients to us so we have our “All Star Referral Program!”

It is a win-win-win program. Refer us to your friends and family, they get great service, you get some spare cash and we get a client.

1^st referral is $250, 2^nd within 12 months of 1st referral is $500 and 3^rd and subsequent within 12 months of the 1^st is $1000.

The 12 months start upon payment of the 1^st referral. Payments are upon completed purchase or sale. One reward per referral.

It’s easy! Get permission for us to contact them. Call or email us with their name and number and we will take care of the rest.

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December Market Update

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Don Pearce

Vancouver Real Estate board overall

The number of sales dropped in December and prices declined slightly overall on the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. There was little change in the sale price of single family homes with the average sale price of $1,046,348. The average home including Maple Ridge to West Vancouver is still over $1,000,000! Townhouses had an average selling price of $526,556 which is a decrease of approximately 2.4% over Novembers and Condominiums average price was $439,648 which is increase of 5.5% over Novembers. Buyers had less choice as the over all number of units available dropped by a whopping 20.3%. This is a fairly typical as Sellers take their houses off the market at the end of the year to reconsider price and whether or not to move.

End of the year compared to December 2009 showed average single family prices up 16% along with a average increase of 11% in town homes and 9% in apartments. Over all average price on the Vancouver Real Estate Board was up 14%.

Local Maple Ridge

The number of sales for December in Maple Ridge in single family homes dropped from 66 to 57, down 9 from November with the average price basically unchanged at $478,513. Townhouse sales down from 26 to 22 with average price of Decembers sale at $295,932 which was 3.5% lower than Novembers. Condominium sales were down from 14 to 12 with an average price of $183,500 which is a decrease of 15.8% over Novembers. Total properties for sale all types available for sale dropped from 940 to 798 a drop of 15.1% which is not unusual for this time of year.

Prices in town homes and apartments continue to be under downward pressure and recovery since the steep decline of 2008 has been minimal.

End of the year compared to December 2009 showed average single family prices up 7% along with a average increase of 2% in town homes and 9% in apartments. Over all average price locally was up 7%.

For more detail just call 604-466-4549 or email pearceteam@telus.net .

The market for 2011 is forecast to be improved over 2010 but not a lot of variance in price. Expect a improved activity in the market starting early in the year.

Prime Rate is at 3% with variable rate mortgages available at 2.3% - A $300,000 mortgage at 2.3% for 35 years is $1040 month. Rates will likely remain stable.

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Is your Tax Assessment Look too High?!

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Don Pearce

By now you should have received your property tax assessment for 2011 and you only have until January 31^st 2011 to question the assessment. If you think your property is assessed too high then call us at 604-466-4549 and will do a market analysis to let you know the value of your property. If you are assessed to high we will assist you in preparing a letter to B.C assessment to ask to have the assessment reduced. If they do not make the requested change we will also put together a presentation for the appeal board.

This is a service that we provide at no charge to our past and potential clients, and their friends and family. So do not hesitate to call or pass on our number to your friends and family. We look forward to hearing from you and being of assistance.

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Open House. OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan 16 2-4

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Northeast, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Property Photo: 12473 KATHRYN ST in Maple Ridge

Please visit our Open House at 12473 KATHRYN ST in Maple Ridge.

See details here

OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan 16 2-4

This park like acre has and over 2000 sq. ft. rancher with partial basement. The kitchen has a great room plan with lots of cupboards, updated counter tops, an island & separate eating nook. There is also a separate dining room & living room with gas fireplace & a bay window looking to the manicured front yard with horseshoe driveway. Master bedroom has ensuite, walk in closet, & sliders to the solarium. The garage has been converted into a rec room but can easily be converted back. Unfinished basement has lots of room for storage & workshop. The backyard has a garden & a natural spring fed pond. The property is connected to city water and on a septic system. Roof & hot water tank are 2 years old. Bus route near by.

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Open House. OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan 16 2-4

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Northwest Maple Ridge, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Please visit our Open House at 20622 123RD AVE in Maple Ridge.

See details here

OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan 16 2-4

Immaculate three bedroom California style rancher in west Maple Ridge. There is a four piece main bath plus an ensuite. Walk to school, public transportation and it is an easy bike ride to West Coast Express. Large 7200 square foot lot witha desirable south facing rear yard for the sun enthusiasts.

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Open House. OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan 16 1-4

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Cottonwood MR, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Property Photo: 23555 112B AVE in Maple Ridge

Please visit our Open House at 23555 112B AVE in Maple Ridge.

See details here

OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Jan 16 1-4

NO HST ON THIS ONE! Well kept six year old two storey with full unfinished basement on a quiet cul-de-sac backing onto greenbelt. The home has 3 large bedrooms up and the main bedroom has a 4 piece ensuite with separate tub and shower. There is a family room off the kitchen and access to the deck that looks out over the private yard. The main floor also has a den or home office and all the flooring on the main is laminate. The home has been freshly painted and there is new carpet on the stairs and all of the top floor. The lower level is unfinished, has a separate entrance, roughed in for a bathroom and awaits your ideas. Great location for a young family within walking distance to the year round Kanaka Creek Elementary.

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New property listed in West Central, Maple Ridge

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in West Central, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Property Photo: 12343 CARLTON ST in Maple Ridge

I have listed a new property at 12343 CARLTON ST in Maple Ridge.

See details here

Great west side location for this well kept basement home on a large private lot. There are gas fireplaces for those cool evenings in the livingroom upstairs and the rec room downstairs. Features of the living room also include a bay windowand crown molding. The kitchen has oak cupboards and an eating area and there is access to the covered deck. The recreation room has built in oak entertainment center, additional 3 piece bath and a guest bedroom. Updated fixtures & fresh paint complete the package. There is access to the west facing private rear yard if you would like to build a shop. Room to park the toys, extra large driveway, PLUS RV parking. Close to schools and transportation, you won't be disappointed!

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New property listed in Northeast, Maple Ridge

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Northeast, Maple Ridge Real Estate

I have listed a new property at 12473 KATHRYN ST in Maple Ridge.

See details here

This park like acre has and over 2000 sq. ft. rancher with partial basement. The kitchen has a great room plan with lots of cupboards, updated counter tops, an island & separate eating nook. There is also a separate dining room & living room with gas fireplace & a bay window looking to the manicured front yard with horseshoe driveway. Master bedroom has ensuite, walk in closet, & sliders to the solarium. The garage has been converted into a rec room but can easily be converted back. Unfinished basement has lots of room for storage & workshop. The backyard has a garden & a natural spring fed pond. The property is connected to city water and on a septic system. Roof & hot water tank are 2 years old. Bus route near by.

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Open House. Open House on Sunday, January 16, 2011 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Don Pearce

Posted in Northeast, Maple Ridge Real Estate

Please visit our Open House at 12473 KATHRYN ST in Maple Ridge.

See details here

Open House on Sunday, January 16, 2011 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This park like acre has and over 2000 sq. ft. rancher with partial basement. The kitchen has a great room plan with lots of cupboards, updated counter tops, an island & separate eating nook. There is also a separate dining room & living room with gas fireplace & a bay window looking to the manicured front yard with horseshoe driveway. Master bedroom has ensuite, walk in closet, & sliders to the solarium. The garage has been converted into a rec room but can easily be converted back. Unfinished basement has lots of room for storage & workshop. The backyard has a garden & a natural spring fed pond. The property is connected to city water and on a septic system. Roof & hot water tank are 2 years old. Bus route near by.

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