Keeping Up the Value of Your Home

Keeping up your home is always in your best interest. It's important to keep up the look inside and out, especially if there's a sell in your future. Here are some tips to keep in mind.

source: realtytimes.com

Written by: Melissa Kennedy

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This incredible custom-built home in immaculate condition features an oversized lot in a premiere location. Right across the street is the Norton Commons YMCA and the reputable Norton Commons Elementary School. With a 3 car garage, high-end fixtures, and top of the line GE Cafe' appliances, this all-brick 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home is full of amenities. As you first enter the home, the living area features a fireplace and flows into a spacious kitchen with a breakfast area, built-in shelves and a second fireplace. The first floor primary bedroom with trey ceilings and a large primary bathroom creates a welcoming atmosphere for any homeowner. Laundry room and mud room are conveniently located on the first floor, as well as a half bath.

11012 Kings Crown Dr

$798,000

4 Beds 4 Baths

Contact Agent Julie W Pogue

(502) 238-7400 | julie@juliepogue.com

New Price! It doesn't get any better than this! Totally renovated and ready for a new family, 609 Maryhill Lane features over 4000 square feet of luxury living in the heart of St. Matthews in highly desired Maryhill Estates. A center hall greets you with a large, open dining room with wainscoting on the right. A large living room with fireplace is situated on the left of the center hall. A den/study with built-in bookshelves is in center of the first floor and adjoins the fully renovated kitchen with top of the line stainless appliances, carrera marble countertops, a pantry with coffee bar. A second den/study with built-in bookshelves and fireplace is conveniently located off the kitchen.

609 Maryhill Ln

$699,900

5 Beds 4 Baths

Contact Agent Guthrie L Zaring

(502) 494-4605 | guthrie@juliepogue.com

DREAM LOCATION!! especially if you are a biker, hiker, walker and love green space. This completely remodeled Seneca Gardens home is a piece of art. With a primary suite upstairs and a smaller one on the main level you can pick your floor. Gorgeous original hardwoods with a gray tint, new paint and professionally wallpapered by a designer. Gas fireplace, Florida room, oversized screened in porch, beautifully landscaped backyard, patio, gardening boxes, fully fenced yard and two car garage, it's a nature paradise. Current owner converted the lower level to a full living area, complete with kitchen, separate laundry, bedroom, full bath and seperate entrance. There is currently a great tenant. New owner can retain or not. Buyer's choice.

2605 Mccoy Way

$450,000

4 Beds 3 Baths

Contact Agent Julie Hermann

(732) 569-4000 | jkhermann15@gmail.com

Location, Location, Location! This 2 story home located in the highly desirable Winding Falls Estates section of Indian Hills is just minutes from schools, shopping and major interstates. Open and airy, this home features a large sunken living room which looks out through a 3 season sunrooom and into the rear yard. A formal dining room, a den with fireplace and built-in bookshelves, a half bath and a newly updated kitchen with tile flooring, granite countertops, stainless appliances, under-cabinet lighting and a laundry finish out the first floor. The second floor features a large master bedroom with vaulted ceilings and completely refinished master bath, a large walk-in closet, 2 additional bedrooms with lots of closets and a new updated full bath round out the second floor.

5905 Hickman Ct

$425,000

3 Beds 3 Baths

Contact Agent Guthrie L Zaring

(502) 494-4605 | guthrie@juliepogue.com

Photos coming soon of this charming ranch in a fantastic location - quick access to hospitals, parks, & shopping. Updates to this 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home include crown molding, fully fenced-in backyard, exterior paint, updated landscaping, fixtures, and the roof was replaced just a few years ago.

2806 Brookdale Ave

$220,000

3 Beds 2 Baths

Contact Agent Julie W Pogue

(502) 238-7400 | julie@juliepogue.com

This Stunning home is on a large lot in a hot neighborhood! There is plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy, from the beautiful living space to the spacious new deck. Situated in a family-friendly neighborhood, this home is sure to go fast!

5314 Haventree Ct

$205,000

3 Beds 2 Baths

Contact Agent Wyatt C Allison

(502) 994-5121 | wyatt@juliepogue.com

This natural light filled 1st Floor corner unit with recently renovated kitchen is in the heart of the Highlands at the Iconic International Building. Walking distance to all your favorite shops/restaurants/bars, as well as the best farmers market in town at Douglass Loop. Move in ready with fresh paint throughout, and beautifully stylish mocha hardwood floors. The upgraded kitchen boasts beautifully stained new butcher block counters, sink and fixtures, a nice sleek beveled white tiled backsplash as well as new stainless-steel dishwasher. Custom Built-Ins. Large private storage area in basement. ''Deeded'' off street parking space. TONS of windows and natural light.

2039 Douglass Blvd

$155,000

2 Beds 1 Baths

Contact Agent Nick Graziose

(502) 541-3954 | nick@juliepogue.com

Fabulous walk out lot with rear facing the 17th fairway of Heritage Hills Golf Course. One of the few with a walk out possibility, this lot has many trees including beech, sugar maple and oak and has phenomenal views of the fairway. Heritage Hills is a highly desirable subdivision just two minutes from I-65 in Shepherdsville offering easy access to Louisville and I-265. Don't miss the opportunity to see this lot if you're looking to build your dream home.

Lot 101 Gaither Farm Rd

$45,000

Contact Agent Guthrie L Zaring

(502) 238-7400 | guthrie@juliepogue.com

Stunning ''Painted Lady'' executive rental in Old Louisville that has been meticulously maintained and is waiting for you to call it home. This gorgeous, historic home boasts original hard wood floors, stained glass windows, hand carved wooden stair case, multiple fire place facades, 3 huge bedrooms, 3 FULL updated bathrooms, updated and roomy kitchen, and a 2 car garage. This piece of perfection is warm and inviting, and is a rare find. Call today to schedule a private showing.-Rental application and background check required-Pets allowed with fee-No smoking inside property-Deposit equal to one months rent

1470 S 1st St

$2,100

3 Beds 3 Baths

Contact Agent Danielle Greeson

(916) 475-8184 | danielle@juliepogue.com

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