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Albany Herald Real Estate - November 27, 2011
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(ARA) - Is your kitchen looking a littleworn? Or maybe you've grown tired ofyour decor? No need to call in theremodeling crew. Instead, turn yourSaturday into Satur-DIY, and with a fewsimple updates you can spruce up yourkitchen - and spirits - in no time at all.
According to a recent Kitchenand Bath Business survey, 22 percentof U.S. homeowners are planning toremodel, but may be holding off for
budgetary reasons. Small changesdon't have to come with a hefty pricetag. Here are a few ideas that don'ttake much time or money for a 24-hourkitchen facelift.
Fabulous fixtures
As the workhorse of thekitchen, start by upgrading your faucet- especially since an old or broken
faucet can age yourkitchen by decades.Pulldown faucetshave become oneof the most popu-lar choices fortheir conve-nience andhigh-arcstyling, andthe newBentonpulldownkitchenfaucetfrom Moen is agreat example. TheBenton faucet offers exquisitestyling in today's most popular fin-ishes - but it's what's inside that counts.Featuring Moen's unique Reflex pull-down system, Benton pulldown faucetsoffer smooth operation, easy move-ment and secure docking to keep thespray wand in place. Available at TheHome Depot from between $199 and$219, you can make a big splash -even with a small price tag - at thekitchen sink.
Walls that say "wow"
Are your current kitchen wallsblah or boring? Spice them up with abold new hue that will make yourkitchen decor pop. Not sure where toget inspiration? Take a cue from thecolor experts and designers at Pratt &Lambert paints, who just released their2012 color trends with a palette titled"Echo" that features classic, bold col-ors.
Luxurious lighting
New lighting can add life to anyroom - kitchens included. Shed newlight on your kitchen by forgoing the flu-orescent and replacing with stylish andfunctional pendant-style fixtures abovetask areas, such as the kitchen islandor countertops. Chandeliers can be anideal addition above table areas to cre-ate a focus point and dress up theentire room's decor.
Add storage and style with shelves
Installing shelves in yourkitchen is a great way to add more
space, as well as create a newlook. Install shelves
over your sink oraround theperimeter ofyour kitchento hold itemssuch as smallappliances,knick knacks,cookbooks orframed photos tokeep countertopsclear and uncluttered.
Customized cabinets
No need to splurge on newcabinets when you can very easily cus-tomize your own. With just a few mate-rials and hours, you can refinish orreface your kitchen cabinets. Theprocess is quite simple, just remove theold finish by sanding the fronts of thecabinets and then either stain orrepaint them to achieve your desiredlook. Or, for another option, replacewood panels with glass inserts for cus-tom-looking doors that will show offyour favorite dinnerware pieces.
Update appliance appearances
A stainless steel finish caninstantly transform and upgrade thelook of your kitchen. If purchasing newkitchen appliances isn't in the budget, acoat of paint may be just what the doc-tor ordered. Krylon offers a stainlesssteel spray paint with real flecks ofmetal to offer an authentic match for anupscale look. Remember to removehandles from the appliance and placemasking tape over areas you do notwant painted, and the end result is anew look that tailors to your kitchen'scolor scheme.
While it may seem like a daunt-ing task at first, these easy, one-daykitchen picker-uppers can provide arefreshing expression that you - andyour family - are sure to love.
2 THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com
The 24-hour kitchen facelift: Renovations that don't have to be a pricy, prolonged pain
THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com 3
Mortgage Specialist P ATSY P HILLIPS 2910 M EREDYTH D RIVE
A LBANY , GA - (229) 903-1400
Who’s Who In Mortgage Lending �
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4 THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com
(ARA) - Updating the decor in your homedoesn't have to be a long, laborious orexpensive process. Instead, get a littleinstant gratification by using paint to eas-ily refresh areas and items throughoutthe house. With a little cash and a freeweekend, you can makeover your houseright now.
Furniture facelift
Whether it's an old pair of chairs in theattic or a desk that's seen better days,it's easy to breathe new life into pieces offorgotten furniture with a fresh coat ofpaint. You can add interest and a pop ofcolor to any room. A semi-gloss finishworks best when painting furniturebecause it's easy to clean and hides anyimperfections.How to:
* Make sure the surface is clean, dulland dry.
* Prime with astain blockingprimer to ensurethe surface isproperly sealed. Thiswill help the paint go on evenlyand uniformly.* With a high-quality mini-roller, like thosefrom Purdy, apply the paint of yourchoice to achieve the best finish. Thesetools are versatile, lightweight, and canquickly and easily deliver a perfect finishwith smooth rolling action.* For extra protection, brush on two thin,even coats of water-based polyurethane.
Door do-over
Changing the color of an interior doorcan make a big impact in any room. Thekey to getting this update right: colorselection. Choose color similar to yourwalls for the door, because you don'twant the contrast to be jarring. Be sure
to paint the frame too, so the door does-n't seem to float in space, and use a
gloss or semi-gloss finish.
How to:
* Remove doorand hinges fromthe wall.* Make sure thedoor is clean dull anddry.* Prime bare, sandedwoodwork; there's noneed to prime previouslypainted surfaces if they're
in good condition. However, if you aregoing over an existing oil-based paintwith a latex paint, follow the instructionson the paint can on how to prime.* When applying paint or primer, workfrom the center of the door outwards inthe following order: molding, inside pan-els, rails, stiles* Once paint is completely dry, re-hangdoor using existing hinges.
Step to it
For an unexpected update, paint an areaof the house that doesn't usually receive
a lot of love - your stair risers. They canget nicked and scuffed easily, so a freshfinish - and color - can really perk up thestaircase. If you're unsure of whichshade to choose, cut and paint card-board pieces the same size of the risersand position them on the steps to get anidea of the effect.
How to:
* Dust risers with a broom and coversteps with masking paper; secure withpainter's tape.* Apply latex primer to wooden risers ormetal etching primer to metallic ones.Brush horizontally and let dry for at leasttwo hours. Mini rollers are another tool toconsider especially over metal. * Apply gloss, latex paint with a cleanbrush or mini roller. Let first coat dry twohours, then apply second coat.* Wait a day for the paint to cure andthen add a third coat for the mostdurable finish.
Remember: Painting is the easiest wayto make a dramatic and instant impact ona room. This weekend, get inspired andmakeover with these simple and inex-pensive projects.
Instant gratification: Painting projects to update your
decor in one weekend
THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com 5
INSURANCE COSTS
Based on 1999 Brick Veneer home in Albany. Includes replacement contents with $300,000 Liability. Has $500
deductible. Compliments of Copelan Insurance Agency, Inc.
Home Contents Monthly Value Value Premium
$100,000 $80,000 $24
125,000 100,000 28
150,000 120,000 32
175,000 140,000 36
200,000 160,000 40
225,000 180,000 44
250,000 200,000 49
HOW MUCH HOUSE CAN YOU AFFORD?
• Determined by multiplying gross wages by .28, a common method used by lending institutions. •• Determined by multiplying gross wages by .36, a common method used by lending Institutions.
† Based on an average interest rate of 7.5% ‡ Based on an average interest rate of 7.25%
This table is intended only as a guide. For more specific information, contact a local lending insti tution.
House Value 15 Year Mortgage
Monthly Gross Income
Maximum Mortgage Payment
Maximum Monthly Debt
House Value 30 Year Mortgage
MORTGAGE PAYMENTS CALCULATOR Monthly interest, interest payments for 30-year, fixed rate mortgage. Escrow payments for taxes, ins urance not
included. Payments are rounded to the nearest dollar.
PROPERTY TAXES
Calculations based on 2002 mileage rate -- monthly payments multiply value of home times 40%, multiply answer time mileage rate divide by twelve for monthly payment
These are ESTIMATED tax rates. They are based upon 2002 millage rates for each city and county and include school tax. The Homestead Exemption discount is not included.
Monthly Payment Home Value
Albany Leesburg Smithville Dougherty County
Lee County
• •• † ‡
$1,600 448 576 65,164 50,028
1,800 504 648 73,309 56,281
2,000 560 720 81,455 62,535
2,200 616 792 89,600 68,788
2,400 672 864 97,745 75,042
2,600 728 936 105,891 81,295
2,800 784 1,008 114,036 87,549
3,000 840 1,080 122,182 93,802
3,200 896 1,152 130,327 100,056
3,400 952 1,224 138,473 106,309
3,600 1,008 1,296 146,618 112,563
3,800 1,064 1,368 154,764 118,816
4,000 1,120 1,440 162,909 125,070
4,200 1,176 1,512 171,055 131,323
4,400 1,232 1,584 179,200 137,577
4,600 1,288 1,656 187,345 143,830
4,800 1,344 1,728 195,491 150,084
5,000 1,400 1,800 203,636 156,337
5,200 1,456 1,872 211,782 162,591
5,400 1,512 1,944 219,927 168,844
5,600 1,568 2,016 228,073 175,098
5,800 1,624 2,088 236,218 181,351
Mitchell County
4.50% 4.75% 5.00% 5.25% 5.50% 5.75% 6.00% 6.25% 6.50% $50,000 $252 260 268 276 284 292 $300 $308 $316
60,000 309 317 325 333 341 350 360 369 379
70,000 365 373 381 389 397 409 420 431 442
80,000 422 430 438 446 454 467 480 493 506
90,000 479 487 495 503 511 525 540 554 569
100,000 536 544 552 560 568 584 600 616 632
110,000 593 601 609 617 625 641 660 677 695
120,000 649 657 665 673 681 700 719 739 758
130,000 706 714 722 730 738 759 779 800 822
140,000 763 771 779 787 795 817 839 862 885
150,000 820 828 836 844 852 875 899 924 948
160,000 876 884 892 900 908 934 959 985 1011
170,000 933 941 949 957 965 992 1019 1047 1075
180,000 990 998 1006 1014 1022 1050 1079 1108 1138
190,000 1047 1055 1063 1071 1079 1109 1139 1170 1201
200,000 1104 1112 1120 1128 1136 1167 1199 1231 1264
$ 60,000 $ 75 81 $ 75 39 $ 67 49 $ 72 49 $ 59 49 $ 53 19
80,000 104 68 100 52 89 99 96 66 79 32 70 92
100,000 130 86 125 65 112 49 120 82 99 15 88 66
150,000 196 29 188 48 168 73 181 24 148 73 132 99
200,000 261 72 251 31 224 98 241 65 198 31 177 32
250,000 327 15 314 14 281 22 302 06 247 89 221 65
MORTGAGE RATES
30-YEAR FIXED RATE
(No Points)
1-YEAR ADJUSTABLE RATE (No Points) FHA and/or VA (30-Year) FHA and/or VA (15-Year)
LENDER
Subject To Change Upon Short Notice
E LECTRICAL & N ATURAL G AS C OMPANIES City of Albany Georgia Power Mitchell EMC Sumter EMC 883-8330 436-3304 436-0070 759-2291
T ELEPHONE AT&T Residential 888-757-6500
www.att.com Business 866-620-6000
I NTERNET P ROVIDERS AT&T ( Dial-up 800-436-8638) ( DSL 800-263-0241) www.att.com
Plantel 1-800-342-7564 SurfSouth 878-6008
R ECYCLING Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful 430-5257
S CHOOL I NFORMATION Dougherty County Public School System Lee County School System
431-1264 229-903-2100
D AILY N EWSPAPER (circulation dept.) 888-9322
O THER I MPORTANT N UMBERS
Driver’ s License Bureau 430-4251 Automotive Tag Office 431-3255 Voter Registration 431-3247 Correct Time 436-6121
Albany-Dougherty Chamber of Commerce 434-8700
To Advertise in the Real Estate Showcase contact Daniel Bryan at 888-9392
Rates can be reduced with discount points. Rates are subject to change upon short notice, and discou nt points could
change frequently. One discount point is equal to one percentage point of the loan amount and is pai d when the loan
is closed. Most lenders have a variety of programs. ORIGINATION FEE IS NORMALLY ONE ADDITIONAL POINT,
BUT CAN VARY. Maximum amount for conventional loan is $417,000. To Participate in the column, call 888-9333.
For information on specific mortgage programs call The Lender.
30 yr. Rate
15 yr. Rate
Points Points USDA 100% 30 yr.
15-YEAR FIXED RATE
(No Points) Rate Annual
Cap
Life of Loan Cap
Margin
Ameris 229-434-4555
Colony Mortgage Corp 229-436-9000
Assurance Mortgage 229-420-8225
First State Bank of Leesburg 229-759-6622
Flint Community Bank 229-903-1400
Heritage Bank 229-878-2021
Northside Mortgage 229-878-1499
AB&T National Bank 229-446-2265
Suntrust Mortgage Inc. 229-430-5494
Regions Mortgage Inc. 229-434-6817
Synovus Mortgage 229-430-7037
3.875 3.25 - - - - 3.875 0 3.50 0
4.125 3.625 - - - - 4.00 0 3.5 0 4.125
3.875 3.25 - - - - 3.75 0 3.25 0
4.00 3.25 - - - - 3.75 0 3.50 0
4.00 3.375
3.75 3.25 - - - - 3.75 0 3.50 0
4.00 3.50 - - - - 3.875 0 3.50 0
3.199 3.625 3% 2 6 2.75
4.00 3.375 - - - - 3.75 0 0 0
3.99 3.375 - - - - 9.875 0 3.5 0
3.875 3.375 - - - - 3.75 0 3.50 0
6 THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com
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his week’s featured home is a huge 4,079 square foot brick home located in the lovelyCrofton subdivision. Both the yard and the home have an impressive, stately appear-ance with a brick paver walkway that is flanked by two brick pillars and a front
entrance with four tall white columns. The yard is beautifully landscaped and features twomature magnolia trees in the front on either side of the walk-way.
The front entrance of this home opens onto a largefoyer with hardwood flooring, chair railing and a coat closet.To the right of the foyer through a set of french doors is amassive formal dining room in which the hardwood flooringcontinues. The walls feature a wainscoting detail, chair rail-ing and crown moulding. This large dining room is spaciousenough to host a huge family gathering or to entertain severalguests.
On the opposite site of the foyer is the formal living room. This room is as big as the formal dining room, and ithas crown moulding and two bright windows. Straight ahead of the foyer is the family room and breakfast area. Thesetwo rooms are open to one another, which makes the space feel very open. The family room has a brick fireplace, whichis perfect for those upcoming chilly nights. To the right of the family room is the breakfast area. This space has its ownwet bar and a pass through to the kitchen. The pass through could double as a breakfast bar with the addition of a couplebar stools.
The kitchen is immediately to the right of the breakfast area. It has white cabinets with black appliances, and thereis a tiled backsplash. To the right side of the room is a built-in desk, which would be a perfect bill paying area. Near thedesk is a walk-in pantry. Directly off of the kitchen is a half bathroom, a good-sized laundry room and the exit to the dou-ble garage.
On the opposite end of the home is the master suite and one of the four guest rooms. The master suite has a largecloset and a private bathroom. The master bath has a single vanity and a separate toilet/shower room. Across the hall isone of the four guest rooms, which has a huge built-in work station, so the room can be used as an office. Upstairs are theadditional bedrooms and the second full bathroom.
On the back of the home, there is a large sunroom with a wall of windows and a hot tub. The floor and steps to thehot tub are made up of brick pavers. There is a door in this room as well as in the family room that lead to the backyard.The backyard is fenced with a unique combination of brick and wrought iron.
If you are interested in this home, please contact Allan Willcox at his office: (229) 435-1717 or on his cell:(229) 886-2828.
THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com 7
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This beautiful five bedroom, two and a half bathroomhouse is located in the Crofton subdivision and features abrick fireplace in the family room.
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Interior� Bedrooms: 5� Bathrooms: 2.5� Details: Kitchen with white cabinets, black appliances, and a walk-in pantry;Dining room with hardwood floors and chair railing; Large family room withbrick fireplace; Master suite with bathroom and large closet; Master bathroomwith single vanity and shower/tub combo; four additional bedrooms..
Exterior� Details: Two car garage; parking pad; fenced backyard; beautiful landscap-ing.
More Information� Square Footage: approx. 4,079 square feet� Price: $192,900� Contact: Allan Willcox
Office: (229) 435-1717Cell: (229) 886-2828
WHERE: 2602 Cromwell Ct, Albany
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8 THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com
8 AN ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO The Albany Herald Sunday • November 27, 2011 • http://albanyherald.net/realestate.html
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660OFFICE SPACE
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Call for RATES!!229-435-4325
ALBANY, 2BR/1BA, CH&A,fireplace, Appliances. Petsallowed. $495/mo + deposit.Flint Realty 888-2290
1BR $475/mo and 2br/11⁄2ba$550/mo NW townhouse,appl iances, $400/deposi t435-8476
1, 2, 3BR, $275-$375/mo. +deposit. W. Gordon, CH&A.435-7646
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CLEAN Quiet FurnishedRooms, Retirees Welcome, NoDrugs. Call 344-5977
667ROOMS
2901 Gillionville Rd. next toDork Books. Great location!Call 229-343-0900.
1200 SQ. FT. Retail, LeeMarket/ Winn Dixie, Us 19229-347-7655
664RETAIL SPACE
PCB Holiday Getaway5BR/3BA, fully furnished, hottub, gulf views. 334-834-2976
663RESORTPROPERTY
NW A LBANY
W INDOVER A PARTMENTS
5% OFF Students, Military, Police & Seniors
1 BR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 379 00
2 BR 1 BA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 429 00
3 BR, 2 1 ⁄ 2 BA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 499 00
2 BR , 2 BA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 479 00 Townhome
from
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Rental Rates Cut $199 MOVE IN SPECIAL
No Application Fee
436-2404 2304 W. Gordon
B RICK P OINTE 201 Holly Dr., Albany
Affordable Luxury Extra Large 1, 2 & 3 BR Call 886-6552
APARTMENTS
REMODELED 2BR/1 1⁄2 BATownhouse on Dorsett Ave.$400/mo, $400 dep. 255-8729
REGENCY CLUBAPARTMENTS
Call Mary @ 229-888-0148 &ask about our Holiday Special(32“ TV or 1⁄2 off December‘sRent)! DCA Welcome! Locatedclose to New Wal-mart. Special
subject to change.
NOTTINGHAM NORTHAPARTMENTS1, 2 & 3 BR‘s
Call 229-436-9096
NOTTINGHAMAPARTMENTS1, 2 & 3 BR‘s
Call 229-432-9351
LEE CO., 2BR/2BA no pets,$675/Mo + Dep 229-336-0777
1BR/1BA Apts inRawson Circ le, $450/Mo.
229-483-1238
673UNFURNISHEDAPARTMENTS
go to www.albanyherald.com
click on classifieds and print your
FREE YARD SALE KIT!
A RE Y OU T HINKING O F H AVING A Y ARD S ALE ?
1 Bedroom Luxury Apartment Community
436-6415 www.gardenapts.com
1200 Kingstown Court (off Whispering Pines)
1, 2 & 3 B EDROOM U PSCALE A PARTMENTS & T OWNHOUSES .
889-8030 www.gardenapts.com
1404 Whispering Pines
RENT SPECIAL!!2 & 3 BR CH/A, All Appl.,W/D Hookup, $495 & upWillows Apts. 432-9585
PINE FORESTAPARTMENTS
Call Lavonne & ask about our$31 Move in for the month!Free flat screen with 1 yr leaseupon availability. DCA ok!Located close to New Wal-mart.Call 434-1311. Special subject to
change.
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THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com 9
Sunday, November 27, 2011 The Albany Herald 9
RBGTHE ANDERSON
COMPANY
1203 Whispering PinesAlbany, GA 31707
229-888-5646
More Available@ RBGTAC.com
Duplexes/Triplexes/Quads*
2307-B Old Dominion Dr.3BR/2BA
$695/Mo $695/Dep141 & 145 Westcott Ln
3BR/2BA$675/Mo / $675/Dep
3951 Rodnor Forest Ln3BR/2BA
$675/Mo / $675/Dep
*APARTMENTS*
453 Kingswood Dr 1BR/1BA$450/Mo / $450/Dep
411 Kingswood Dr3BR/1.5BA
$550/Mo / $550/Dep
2110 Lennox St. #242BR/2BA
$550/Mo / $550/Dep
*HOUSES*
136 Uncle Jimmy‘s LnLee Co.
3BR/2.5BA$1500/Mo / $1500/Dep
3304 Aristedes Rd3BR/1BA
$500/$500
213 Hedgerow Dr. Lee Co.3BR/2BA
$1100/ Mo/ $1100/Dep
2308 Heathridge Ct.3BR/2BA
$1100/$1100
1112 13th Ave.3BR/1BA
$525/$525
149 Mayfield Dr(Lee Co.)3BR/2BA
$900/Mo $900/Dep
1006 First Ave5BR/3BA
$699/Mo $699/Dep
225 First Ave 3BR/2BA$499/Mo / $499/Dep
*COMMERCIAL*
2813 Palmyra Rd5 offices/2BA
$950/$950 commercialw/warehouse
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3110 Graystone Lane - Off Beattie Rd. 435-101 7 G REENBRIAR A PARTMENTS
• 4 spacious floor plans • Live Oak Elementary School District
• Water, Sewer, Garbage Provided Call Maxine or Karen
673UNFURNISHEDAPARTMENTS
C LASSIFIEDS W ORK !
888-9333
Albany Property Management 1926 Dawson Rd.
888-5843
808 N Harding 1BR/1BA, $225/mo $225 dep.
512-A W. Residence 1BR/1BA, $245/mo $245 dep.
2303-A Dominion Ct 1600 sq ft, 3BR-2BA, $725/ Mo $725/ Dep.
1305 A Stuart Ave. 3BR-2BA, All Appliances,
$565/Mo $565/Dep
836-A & B Odom 2BR/1BA, No Appliances,
$275/ M o $275/ Dep
1120 B Waddell Ave 1BR/1BA, All Appliances, CH&A,
$345/Mo $345/ Dep
2304 A Dominion Ct, 3715 A Mayfair 4BR-3BA, 2000 sq ft, $895/Mo $895/Dep
B&B Rental Agency Since 1946
605 Pine Avenue 229-435-5216
3122 A Crepe Myrtle 3BR $725mth/$650 dep 113 Birchwood (Lee) 3BR $975mth/$900 dep
2418 Schley 3BR $795mth/$700dep 1009 B 1st Ave 2BR $525mth/$450dep
2318 A Jim Stokes Ct 3BR $675mth/$500dep 1200 Westwood (Gated) 2BR $625mth/$500dep
HOUSES:
2507 WALDEN CT.3BR/2BA
$875/mo $875 dep.
1905 W. Broad Ave3BR/1BA
$475/mo $475 dep
APARTMENT:604 N Jefferson Apt D.
1BR/1BA$285/mo $260 dep.
229-889-1040
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C LASSIFIEDS W ORK !
888-9333
3BR, $625, Putney, HW flr,CH&A, Call 888-2000 437-8225
3BR/2BA, Radium Springs,$500/mo. Call 229-347-8348
679UNFURNISHEDHOMES
PUTNEY Area, 3BR/1BAw/shop $550/mo $550 dep.3BR/1BA 10th Ave, $550/mo$550 dep. 3BR/1BA 10th Ave.$495/mo $409 dep. 395-5802
957 SOUTH ST. 3BR/1BACH&A, W/D hook up, kitchen,den $480 /Mo $480 /Dep229-894-1417
2-STORY BRICK 3BR/21⁄2BA,2505 Alberson in St. Andrews,2,300 sqft, heart pine floors. GasF/P. Screened porch $1150/mo395-6712
207 COLLINS ST 3BR/2BAstove and fridge, fenced,CH&A, $550/Mo $550/Dep229-894-1417
679UNFURNISHEDHOMES
436-6628 A NN T HOMAS GRI
“Yes, you can buy a home, ask me”
FOR SALE 706 Cherry, 2BR, 1BA, $48,000 5426 Kalmia Ln, 3BR, 2 BA, $109,000 2811 Sylvester Rd, 3BR, 1BA, $48,000 2704 Joshua, 2BR, 1BA, $30,000 1010 S Madison, 2BR, 1BA, $30,000 823 W. Lincoln, 2BR, 2BA, $32,000 527 Ivey’s Scenic, 3BR, 2BA, $180,000 801 Putney 3BR 2BA $69,500 906 Holloway, 3BR, 1BA, $50,000 Hwy 82E (Sylvester) 0.97ac, $99,000
5601 Ironwood (vacant lot), 3.34 acres, $65,000 HUD RESALES 304 Elizabeth 3BR 2BA $64,240 2804 Quail Run Dr 4BR 2BA $163,000
2817 Reeves Ln 3 BR 2 BA $116,000 1601 Hoover 2BR 1 BA $40,000
Publisher’sNotice
EQUAL HOUSINGOPPORTUNITY
All real estate advertised in thisnewspaper is subject to the FederalFair Housing Act of 1988 which makesit illegal to advertise any preferencelimitation or discrimination based onrace, color, religion, sex, handicap,familial status or national origin or anyintent ion to make any suchp r e f e r e n c e , l i m i t a t i o n o rdiscrimination.
This newspaper will not knowinglyaccept any advertising for real estatewhich is in violation of the law. Ourreaders are hereby informed that alldwel l ings advert ised in th isnewspaper are available on an equalopportunity basis.
Early Co. 356 ac farmland withh igh qua l i ty Ti f ton so i lsestab l ished crop his tory$2,000/ac 229-883-6502or go to webbproperties.com
CULTIVATED FARM LANDFOR SALE
Sumner, Georgia 229-686-7454
701ACREAGEOVER 75
Lee Co. 3BR/2BA with garagefireplace & appliances 435-1327
LEE CO. 3/2 garage, $925/mo3/2 garage, fenced $890/mo.The Wright Co. 435-0654.
HOUSE W/ GREAT Character& charm for rent at 1002 6thAve. 3br, 2bth, Large fencedyd .s to rage bu i l d i ng .Kitchen/stove/dw/frig. $850 mthw/1 yr lease. Contact Ms.O‘Brien @ 344-5284.
FOR LEASE NEW HOME inLee County. 3BR/2BA. Call229-886-5725
3BR, East, CH&A, fenced,carport, $490/mo 436-0736 or869-2546
679UNFURNISHEDHOMES
BEAUTIFUL 1.48 ac. woodedlot overlooking lake w/ accessto swimming pool. Gatedcommunity. 229-343-0900.
708HOMESFOR SALE
LEE CTY. AT THE TERRELLCO. LINE, Country Estate.Murphy Rd., 25.6 Acs. Pines &Hardwoods, Rest r ic t i veCovenants, 2,000 Sq. Ft. Min.,Plenty of Deer & Turkey,$127,000.
J. Durham & Assoc.229-436-2733
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Land & Timber Sales & Management
visit matreforestry.com for info, listings & n ewsletter (229) 639-4973
Randolph County/Cuthbert,G A . 3 4 5 a c r e s G r e a tTimberland Investment withMature Timber & Cabin &Stocked Pond. Must See ThisOne!! Only $1,595 per acre.478-477-1000.
RANDOLPH CO., (Shellman,GA) 152+/- Acs. On LowerShellman Rd., 104 AcsCropland, 22 Acs PlantedPines, $1400/Per Ac., BankFinancing if Qualified.Call Joe Durham @ J. Durham& Assoc. 229-436-2733
FARM & PLANTATIONREALTY, LLC.
Don Butts 446-0600John Downer 938-3034
Charlie Gibbs estate 334.5 Ac.,in Turner Co., Ashburn, GA10311 Ga Hwy 159. 3BR/2BAbrick house/carport, 2BR guesthouse, 3 ponds, irrigated/2pivots. Please submit sealedoffers to Attn: Rob ReinhardtPO Drawer 1287 Tifton, GA31793 (Attn Gibbs Estate). CallJane G. Morris 229-995-5231for more info. All offers must bein writing by 11-30-11.
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10 THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com
10 AN ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO The Albany Herald Sunday • November 27, 2011 • http://albanyherald.net/realestate.html
YOUR HOME FOR THEHOLIDAYS. Your house in thewoods, 6 acres bordering NiloPlantation in DoughertyCounty. No neighbors on anyside, set back from the road.2400 square feet, 3 bed, 2.5bath, 2 car garage, barn withcarport. Well water, septic,cable with high speed internetand video cameras. Freshpaint and carpet, ready tomove in for the holidays withsome furnishings available anda l l app l iances. Ask ing$219,900. Also available forlease, minimum of 12 months.For appointment, photos orinterior video, contact owner at617 216-0821 or [email protected]. Bring yourdecorat ions and HAPPYHOLIDAYS!
STEVE COX INC.Design & Constructionwww.stevecoxinc.net
883-6446 or 349-0961
708HOMESFOR SALE
110 N. W ESTOVER B LVD A LBANY , GA 435-5467
HOMES FOR RENT 4424 Woodcrest Drive , Albany,31721
4BR, 3 Full BA, updated kitchen with granite counters and all appliances, wooded 1.35 acre lot, $1,200 /month 3948 Rodnor Forest Lane,
3 bed, 2 bath, $700/month.
2513 B Buck Court 2 Bed 1.5 Bath, $500/month
2943 Stonewater Drive, Albany, GA ~ For Sale ~
3 Bedrooms, 2 bath, 1,040 sq ft, Brand New HVAC unit Home is cute as can be. All appliances included:
stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and vent hood. Laundry closet, alarm system, large storage closet
in the back, Attic access. Lake Park school zone. $91,000
1900 B Ledo Rd. $450/month, 800 sq ft office space 2709 Gillionville Suite 1
$750/month, 1000 sq ft
OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT
708HOMESFOR SALE 708HOMES
FOR SALE
A FTER H OURS & W EEKENDS 344-5037
1001 W. Oglethorpe
D OLEE R ENTALS , I NC . 436-9620
814 A & B S MADISON 2BR-1BA $250 RNT/$150 DEP
138-B N DOUBLEGATE (LEE CO) 2BR-1BA...$550 RNT/$300 DEP
126 MOSSYDALE 3BR-2BA...$975 RNT/$500 DEP
511 E UGEMAR 2BR-1BA...$425 RNT/$200 DEP
LEE VILLAGE #26-C 2BR-2BA...$625 RNT/$400 DEP
108 AUBREY CT (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA...$1050 RNT/$600 DEP
3101-E CREPE MYRTLE 1BR-1BA...$465 RNT/$300 DEP
908 PEACOCK 3BR-2BA...$595 RNT/$350 DEP
204 S CARROLL 2BR-1BA...$425 RNT/$425 DEP
1505-B W HIGHLAND 2BR-1BA...$450 RNT/$300 DEP
806 #4 CARDINAL GROVE 2BR-2BA...$625 RNT/$500 DEP
129 MAYFIELD (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA...$950RNT/$500 DEP
110-B HOUSTON ST (WORTH CO) 2BR-2BA...$550 RNT/$300 DEP
122 WESTCOTT 3BR-2BA...$725 RNT/$500 DEP
1112-C WINGATE 3BR-1BA $350 RNT/$200 DEP
3210-B FERNRIDGE 3BR-2BA $700 RNT/$400 DEP
1511-A WHITING 2BR-1BA $325 RNT/$200 DEP
506 CHERRY 2BR-1BA $550 RNT/$500 DEP
3112-B CREPE MYRTLE 3BR-2BA $725RNT/$400 DEP
406 CLARK 2BR-1BA $485RNT/$300 DEP
1536 Dougherty Ave , Albany , GA 31705 420-8929 ext2101
705 Pinson St., Sylvester $400 Rent $400.00 Deposit
4BR/2BA 1506 Joe Wright Dr, Cordele $500 Rent $500.00 Deposit
4BR/2BA,ceramic tile, nice home 406 A Station Crossing $550 Rent $550.00 Deposit 2BR/2BA, nice duplex
with appliances
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Westwood Apartments
WATERFRONT on Lake W.George, 3400 ft., 4BR/4BA,LR, Den w/ f/p, gameroomw/pool table & bar. Best viewon the lake! ERA Real Estate.Call Bob 229-321-9047.
ON CREEK 21 PATAULASHORES CIRCLE (Ft. Gaines)2650 sf CH&A, fp, completlyfurnished, sprinkler system, &fenced, 2 car garge, lrg shop &cooking area, sun roomcovered boat house w/powerlift, 229-343-5611
BEAUTIFUL 4BR/2BA, BonusRoom on corner lot. Lots ofamenit ies and upgrades.A v a i l a b l e n o w . C a l l229-347-0845.
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RENTAL PROPERTY for sale521 Johnson Rd, leaseoccupied until October 2012,S e l l i n g f o r $ 5 2 , 0 0 0318-343-5383 / 318-537-3331
712RENTALPROPERTY
NEW HOME located in the Cityof Leesburg . 3BR/2BA.$114,900. Call 229-347-0845.
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(ARA) - Holiday traditions may vary from home to home, but one of the mostcherished sites each year is universal. The holiday tablescape: the place whereall the luscious treats of the season await all the special people in your lives.
Close your eyes for a moment and remember walking into the diningroom where the table is overflowing with memories of holidays past. Rememberthe sights and the aromas. The red, green and cream linens handed downthrough generations are pulled out to form the foundation of the holiday table. Thespecial china, crystal and platters that rarely leave the cabinet - except around theholiday season - are front and center.
And in the center of the table - with all eyes upon it - the main event; thestar of the show. Will it be Chateaubriand? Prime rib? Hickory spiral sliced ham?
Now open your eyes - it's time to plan your own holiday feast. So roll upyour sleeves, open your browser, bring out the family treasures and let the magicbegin. Start with the star attraction: the flavorful foundation of your holiday spread.
"Our customers ask us all the time for ideas to make their holiday meals special,"says Edward Scavuzzo, president of Kansas City Steak Company. "Year afteryear, they keep coming back to the tastes that bring back memories of holidayspast. Once they've selected the meat that will be the star of the meal, the bigdecision is out of the way and there are lots of options to round out the perfectholiday meal."
While there are all kinds of lists of best holiday menus, these stars aresure to be at the top of the list for your 2011/2012 centerpiece meats:
* A hickory smoked spiral sliced ham from the Missouri Ozarks, brown sugar-cured and slow-smoked over hickory. From the moment the smells waft from the
kitchen until thelast bite is gone,it's always acrowd pleaser.* A roastedsteakhouse rubprime rib roast isperfect for mak-ing any occasiona celebration.There's justsomething abouta perfectly aged,well-marbled,succulent bone-less prime rib,topped with deli-cious blends ofspices that mayinclude espressobeans, salt,brown sugar, gar-lic and chipotlepepper.* A decadentlyjuicyChateaubriand isalways a special holiday treat. You won't find a more tender holiday treat to graceyour holiday table.* And last, but certainly not least, a hickory smoked turkey. For some, the tradi-tional Norman Rockwell tablescape will always spur holiday memories that are sovibrant, you can almost taste the turkey.
Once you select the star of your tablescape, the anchor of your meal, it'stime to plan the rest of your meal. It's never been easier to select side dishes -there is an abundance of holiday gourmet guides, dessert guides, wine lists andonline resources to help you choose the perfect complements to your star.
If you're hoping to simplify your life this year, companies like The KansasCity Steak Company can be a great resource for planning your entire meal. Justadd family, friends, a table, your own unique holiday touches and perfectly pre-pared food. You get all the credit for creating a magical tablescape and a mealyour family will be sure to remember for generations to come.
THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com 11
Create a tablescape to remember
(ARA) - As autumn fades and winterdraws near, homes begin to reflect theapproaching holiday season. For manyof us, the cooler weather also signifiesa lifestyle change.
In the south, cooler tempera-tures make this a great time of year forgardening and outdoor entertaining.For northerners, winter brings snowsports and indoor activities. Regardlessof your region, you can decorate for the
approaching holidays by bringing thebeauty of the outdoors in. Use naturalelements from the yard and garden tocreate a festive decor to not only recy-cle nature's bounty, but also perk upyour home for winter entertaining.
Outside:
In the north, annuals andperennials are done for the year. But,there are still plenty of other ways to
add color and interest toan outdoor space. Afterremoving all theremains of the sum-mer flowers, take along look at theremaining land-scape and addfocal points.
Is thefront door themain area ofinterest?Feature a lovelyevergreen with alight dusting ofsnow. Solar land-scaping lights in con-tainers work greatnext to the front doorwith a spot light angled toaccent that beautiful tree.Want the apartment balcony toexpress a festive spirit? Set the moodand accent the desired focal points byincorporating other creative lighting. Trya string of festive lights across the bal-cony and evergreens in decorativepots.
Live evergreens of every sizeand shape are abundantly available inmost areas at this time of year. Youcan easily plant them in yards inwarmer regions, or pop them into acontainer to be placed on the frontsteps or along the walkway to welcomeguests.
Many types of these ever-greens are available in most homeimprovement stores nationwide. Addyour own lights for a personal touch.Create your own topiary form by usingchicken wire to structure a simple coneshape. Then, simply tuck in some mossor a few branches of greenery. Ask forsome discarded branches that havebeen trimmed from Christmas trees atthe local nursery or tree farm. Placeyour topiary in a large pot and wrapwith twinkle lights to welcome guests tothe front door. Come spring, transplantthese trees in the yard with Miracle-GroGarden Soil.
Inside:
Invite guests with fragrances of
the season with well-placed potpourrior bits of cut evergreens. Pair thefreshly cut boughs of evergreen withholly to accentuate the celebratoryatmosphere of the season. Wire themtogether to make a garland with floristwire or tape. Then, place on the man-tle, hang over the banister or use as acenterpiece for a table. Incorporate fruitsuch as apples, oranges, lemons, limesor pomegranates into garlands or floralarrangements for a fresh, fruity twist.
Use elements from nature thatare unexpected for a splash of creativi-ty. Dried flowers can simply be tuckedinto the boughs of a Christmas tree foran extra pop of festivity. Nuts are formore than just snacking; add them tothe decorating mix for a surprise. Drillholes through acorns, walnuts orpecans and string them into a woodsygarland. Do not forget to use pottedplants for decorating as well. Small liveherbs trimmed in topiary forms caneasily add a festive feel and fragranceto your home. Potted plants also makegreat hostess gifts and provide a beau-tiful bloom all year long.
This holiday season, do notleave the beauty of the garden outside.Welcome guests indoors with bits ofthe outdoors as fabulous decor.
12 THE ALBANY HERALD • REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 27, 2011 • www.albanyherald.com
Garden accents for the holidays