Indianapolis Condominiums

 Did you know that Carmel Indiana was named one of the best city's to live by Money Magazine, and American City Business Journal.  Who says it has to be expensive to live in Carmel Indiana? There are wonderful, affordable Carmel Homes for sale! Here's a quick sneak peak at just a few homes under $199,000.  If you'd like to do your own search for Carmel Homes for sale, or Hamilton County Homes for Sale, click here


 

Carmel Homes For Sale Under $199,000

Now this is what I call a jewel! It's all updated inside, Carmel Schools, low taxes! What more would you want? 2994 Weatherstone Dr $184,900 Click here for more photos

WOW! Bank Owned Homes in Carmel are a real catch, and this is one of them! Get it while you can. 9672 Troon Ct $184,900 Click here for more photos

Can you believe this one? It's nearly the White Picket Fence home you used to dream about.  2979 Brooks Bend Dr  $179,900  Click here for more photos

Don't forget about Condo Living In Carmel! In the heart of it all are some amazing Condos like this one. 945 Rosalind Pl $184,995 Click here for a virtual tour

Geist Reservoir is a Reservoir man made out of Fall Creek in Northeast Indianapolis and Southeast Fishers, Indiana. The area is home to many Indiana local celebrities, politicians, and professional athletes. As a East Fishers Resident myself, I enjoy all Geist Reservoir has to offer. There is a marina and a waterfront Restaurant named Bella Vita. The public marina has boat slip rentals that run from approximately $1200-$2500 a season. Since I do not live directly on the lake, I have leased a slip here for over three years and enjoy it very much. I typically put my boat in April and take it out in the end of October every year. On the lake you can enjoy skiing, wakeboarding, fishing, and just taking a casual boat ride around the lake. Bella Vita serves Italian/Seafood American food and is very good. There are several other bars and restaraunts in the marina area including Puccinis and Eddy's as well. For non boaters there are many walking trails and other attractions such as rolling hills and wooded areas to be enjoyed by all.

For Indianapolis Indiana Homes for sale Geist has many opportunities. The most expensive currently available is over 11,000 sq ft for over 3.7 million. The lowest priced home on the lake is priced around $320,000 and it is in the Intracoastal of Geist section. There are many Indianapolis condos on the market as well starting at $235,000 in Shorewalk to approxmately $600,000 in Marina Village. There are still several lots available to build the home of your dreams as well. Homes on the main body of the lake tend to be more expensive and homes on the coves are less. Several of my client's prefer the coves for they are quieter during the boating season due to the coves being "no wake zones". The views on mainbody are hard to beat and with Real Estate prices being reduced significantly in the current buyer's market there are many options to choose from. If you are looking to live near the lake but not on it there are many less expensive options as well with some have deeded boat docks.

I am an expert Geist Realtor and I would be personally happy to show you homes anytime or answer any questions you have about the area and Indianapolis Real Estate for Sale. We sell many homes in the area and represent many buyers in purchasing homes as well. Myself and my group are available anytime at 317-513-7695 or 317-679-0108 or you can email us at aneal@c21scheetz.com  In the warmer months we give boat tours of the lake as well for our Real Estate clients. If you currently own a home you can also call me, Andrew Neal with The Andrew Neal Group at CENTURY 21 Scheetz anytime at 317-513-7695, and I would be happy to give you an approximate value of your home.  You can also visit us on the web at www.DealwithNeal.com.

There are, of course, several advantages of purchasing a new home versus an existing home. Before seeing what’s possible, here are a few advantages to think about:

·         Brand new homes are one of the easiest ways for first time home buyers to begin building substantial equity over the first few years

·         No worries about replacing old carpet, counter tops, roofs and aging appliances.

·         New homes are more energy efficient. Due to better windows, more efficient heating and cooling equipment, better control of air infiltration and greater use of insulation, new homes are twice as energy efficient as homes built prior to 1980.

·         Existing home are more expensive to maintain and require additional maintenance and upkeep versus a brand new home or condo

·         New home communities make friends quickly!

If you are looking for affordable, quality, new home construction look no further than the New Homes Builders in Indiana, Ryland Homes. Here are just a few examples of their affordable quality products: CLICK ON THE ADDRESS FOR A COMPLETE PHOTO GALLERY AND VIRTUAL TOUR 

 STORY ABOUT THE EXTRA MILE!

I received a call Saturday morning from one of our agents who received a call through our 'Leadrouter" system.  Someone from France wanting an Indianapolis home for sale, only knew about CENTURY 21 and started her home search on the CENTURY 21 website. (BRAND MATTERS) From the Corporate CENTURY 21 site she was directed to the CENTURY 21 Scheetz site where she inquired on Carmel Indiana Homes for Sale. The inquiry went through our internal Leads Technology program and within 3-4 minutes of the consumer submitting the inquiry, our agent was notified via phone.  Our agent, Aniko Greene, contacted the customer and found out that the woman lived in France and was being relocated to the Indianapolis area. She had two small children and was very concerned, even downright frightened, about the move and how it would affect her children.  Her children only speak French and she's concerned how they will fit in.

This customer ended up with the perfect agent to assist her.  Not only did Aniko Greene contact her immediately (YES LONG DISTANCE TO FRANCE) but Aniko could sympathize with what this lady was going through. Aniko moved herself and her children here from Hungary. They had to start in a new school, learn a new language, find a new home, career, the works.  Aniko was able to help this woman realize that she was here to help her every step of the way. The woman was so thrilled to speak with Aniko and have someone who understood that she cried!

Because Aniko is from Hungary and has relatives that she calls rather often, Aniko actually has an 800 international line.  This customer and Aniko have been able to communicate back and forth without it costing the customer a penny.

When Aniko was telling me this story I asked her if the woman was looking for Indianapolis houses for sale, Indianapolis condos, or Indianapolis houses for rent. Here's the BEST PART - Aniko said, "She's going to lease for a while, I understand that, I'm going to help her find a place and get her children settled, I know what she's going through".  This woman will eventually purchase a home, and guess who she will contact to make that happen.

Aniko has sent this woman information on the schools, English as a second language information, and of course housing information - all within a very short time frame!! This is called GREAT customer service.  This is called RAVING FAN SERVICE - Going that extra mile, giving that 1% more than the customer expected creates Raving Fans for a lifetime. A Raving Fan client is loyal, and will tell everyone they know about you!!  This is the kind of customers we all want and need.  With this kind of service, it's possible!!

Go The Extra Mile - Be willing to build the client loyalty for a lifetime! It will pay off...

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting a wonderful couple who lives in Downtown Indianapolis in a condo in the Historic St. Joseph neighborhood. They allowed me to walk through their Indianapolis condo and help them determine an asking price if they were to sell.

As you may have realized lately, Downtown Indianapolis Real Estate is red-hot! People from all walks of life have found their dream home in Indy Downtown, able to pick from Indianapolis new construction with many different builders, 100 year old Indy Downtown historic homes abound with square feet and character, luxurious Indianapolis condos, and sometimes even Indiana land for sale.

Today's buyer's market is expected to start to swing the other way by the end of 2009, so make your dream happen and check out Indy Downtown real estate, old and new, while you still can! 

Contact Katie Bogan, your Downtown Indianapolis professional, to see a tour of spectacular Indy Downtown Real Estate, while the market is in your favor!

Contributed by Lisa Phillips

You might find it hard to imagine humidity and beautiful sunsets with January dreary days to look forward to now. But, it is the perfect time to look forward to summer and the benefits of living on the lake.  Morse Lake is a popular destination for people looking for Noblesville Homes in Hamilton County Indiana. 

Morse is located about 25 miles north of Indianapolis and has 1500 acres of water.  It is one of three reservoirs in the Indianapolis area.  Morse Lake offers buyers many choices ranging from one bedroom condos to breath taking estates.

Two great properties for sale on Morse Lake are 366 Banbury and 102 Cherokee Lane, both located in Noblesville.  For all of your Morse Lake property needs please email me at lphillips@c21scheetz or call me at (317)814-8216. 

Many people start their search for Carmel real estate or Fishers real estate or real estate anywhere in Hamilton County or Central Indiana by going on line finding houses they like and calling listing agents to see or inquire about the houses they see. They spend a lot of time talking to numerous agents who are more interested in landing them as a client than discussing the merits of the house. A more effective way to buy a home is to first identify and hire a good buyers agent to help you buy your new home in Central Indiana. You need a buyers agent whether you are looking for Carmel land for sale, Zionsville homes for sale, bank owned homes  Indianapolis, Fishers new home construction or Indianapolis condominiums.

Your buyer’s agent will represent you in the transaction and save you time and money and stress in the process.

Assist you with the mortgage prequalification process to determine the value of homes you can purchase.

Review the “Good Faith Estimate”, you will receive from your mortgage company, and prepare a buyers net sheet, so you are prepared for the amount of cash you will need to close the transaction.

 By listening closely to your needs; narrow the choices and reduce the number of houses you must see to find your new home saving you time and stress. 

 Assist you in determining a fair price to pay for the property.

 Prepare a purchase agreement and negotiate the terms of the sale in your behalf.

 Assist you in ordering inspections, and negotiating any needed repairs to the property.

 Monitor the progress of and review with you the appraisal, survey and title policy.

 Monitor the progress of your mortgage application.

 Review the HUD (closing charges) Statement to determine that all prepaid monies are properly credited, all taxes are properly prorated, and that you understand all of the items being charged to you at closing.

 Attend closing with you.

If you are interested in talking with me further about the value of a buyers agent, call me at 317-814-5287 or email me at TWarnick@C21Scheetz.com 

 Home values in Indiana will increase in 2009. Home prices in Indiana may have presure from the national ecomony, however homes for sale in Indanapolis will still have good demand which should help real estate values in Indianapolis.

Downtown Indianapolis Real Esate will have it's ups and downs.  The condo market will make a slow recovery and the homes for sale downtown Indianapolis should see a lot of activity.

Homes for sale in Broad Ripple will continue to be a favorite of first time home buyers. One of the few markets that has remained somewhat strong through the down turn. Home values in Broad Ripple will be increasing as interest rates continue to drop.

Historic homes for sale in Indianapolis will also show strong value.  Meridian Kessler, one of the more popular historic neighborhoods will continue to have strong demand which should keep values strong.

For you frist home, next home or your dream home call John Creamer at (317)250-5646 or e-mail jcreamer@c21scheetz.com for over 20 years of experience as a Indianapolis Realtor.