Queen Creek, AZ Subdivision Getting Set For AV Homes And Taylor Morrison Homes!Captivating AV Homes and Taylor Morrison homes are coming to Queen Creek with the unanimous approval of the town’s Planning Commission in the Terravella subdivision.On January 9th, five new standard plans by AV homes with three elevations each and seven new standard Taylor Morrison plans with three elevations were approved on a Queen Creek Planning and Zoning Commission consent agenda for the aforementioned subdivision located at the northeast corner of Ellsworth and Queen Creek roads. All five proposed AV Homes will incorporate covered front porches for additional usable outdoor space at the front of the home, while five out of the seven Taylor Morrison floor plans will sport the same feature.A series narrat... 03/12/2019

Are you thinking about making a move to Queen Creek, Arizona?  Keep reading because Im going to share 10 reasons why I think you should make the move.The first reason is all of the GROWTH that has taken place here.  Back in 1990, the population of Queen Creek was just over 2600 people.  Today, the population is more than 50,000 residents with more land being developed all the time.Reason number two would be the vibrant economy here in Queen Creek.  Queen Creek has the third highest median income in the state at just over $89,000 per year.  With the Mesa Tech Corridor, Gilbert, and Chandler all close by, there are plenty of large corporate jobs to go around.Number three would have to be the rich heritage and history in Queen Creek.  Queen Creek was incorporated in 1989 but the history of... 10/04/2018

Weekend OPEN HOUSE For Must-See 3 Bed Queen Creek & Chandler, AZ Homes!Click on an address caption to open the blog post for that home on another window This weekend, we're putting the spotlight on two East Valley homes that you've gotta see before another homebuyer makes a grab for them! First up is a beautiful 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Queen Creek Home w/ Den in the desirable neighborhood of Nauvoo Station that's as much a standout as its huge community park and playground. And in the heart of Chandler, make sure you don't miss out on a renewed opportunity for a 3 Bed 2 Bath College Park Home - No HOA! 21592 S 215TH PL, Queen Creek, AZ 85142OPEN HOUSE: 7/14, Saturday 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.7/15, Sunday 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.3 beds | 2 .5 baths | 2402 sqft | 7200 lot sqft | Covered Porch w/ Double... 07/13/2018

104 W. Reeves in Iron Wood Crossing sold near asking price this past week. The veteran husband and wife team of Gary & Melynda Wolter sold this single story that featured a large open kitchen area, with den and 3 bedrooms.The sellers bought a new construction home built by Fulton Homes with the Wolter's guiding that sale as well."New Construction is something that we are very on top as as 35-40% of all sales are now with new homes. Important time to get started early as it usually takes 8-9 months to move in. Interest rates are also moving up." says Gary.Call the Wolter's and start packing and put their 17 years of experience to work with premiere personal service. Gary is a Certified Residential Specialist. (CRS)   06/27/2018

Tucked in an orange grove on over an acre is this custom Diamante Home with 2X6 construction, tile roof, an oversized three car garage, and an outstanding view of the San Tan Mountains! Open great room floor plan, tile flooring throughout, split bedrooms and an eat-in kitchen. Enjoy the beautiful views and wide open spaces from the front or back porch. Cul-de-sac lot in a four home neighborhood with no thru traffic offers wonderful privacy. Located in the Chandler School district including the award winning Patterson Elementary and surrounded by beautiful custom homes, this could be your own sanctuary in the desert!More Info:  http://www.ryanwhyteteam.com/listing/cms/mls-5782333-17211-e-starflower-court-queen-creek-az-85142/                         The Ryan-Whyte Real Estate Team, Top C... 06/26/2018

NOW $235,000!! Hurry at this price it will go fast!Move-in Ready home in great neighborhood - don't miss this one! Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with open den, surround sound, kitchen with island and elegant upgraded cabinets, spacious master suite offers dual sinks, sitting tub and walk-in closet with custom closet fixtures, added security door and outdoor motion lights, covered patio with extended pergola. Home professionally cleaned - carpets too. Solar lease - call agent for details. No homes directly behind & mature trees behind property line. Community just renamed to Queen Creek, offers many amenities in HOA - pool, splash pad, parks, and more. Close to shopping, restaurants, 10 minutes to the 60.#GaryWolterRealtor#MelyndaWolterRealtor#PremierePersonalService#WolterTeamR... 06/11/2018

Distressed properties - those that are "under water" where more is owed on the property than will be available from the proceeds of a sale of the property - are thankfully far fewer than during the crash during the latter years of the previous decade. Still - some do exist - and Short Sales are still a viable option when faced with a "must sell" scenario of an "under water" property. Currently running at less than 3% of the closed transactions every month in our MLS, homeowners in that 3%, whether in Queen Creek or another part of the valley, can still use our help. The first step is to contact us so we can schedule a complimentary confidential consultation to discuss how the short sale process works, and the considerations for your particular circumstances.   Careful up front planning ... 02/12/2018

While the numbers of Short Sales and REOs in Queen Creek are way down from the staggering levels following the market crash about 10 years ago, there are still some properties "under water" and some that have received a Notice of Default, the first step in the process that will result in the Trustee's Sale on the courthouse steps. It's always sad to see people give up and walk away from a home, particularly when alternatives exist which may well be better for them and their lien holders. We've learned that often those who "opt" to let the home go to foreclosure "by default" often believe that their personal circumstances prevent them from doing a Short Sale.   Circumstances such as: Multiple Home Loans IRS Income Tax Liens Past Due Child Support Past Due HOA Fees ...and the list goes on... 12/04/2017

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Although we no longer see the levels of Short Sales that we did a few years ago in Queen Creek, Notices of Default continue to be issued, meaning that yet another Queen Creek property is on the path towards foreclosure at auction on the courthouse steps. Suzanne and I wonder why the owners would allow the property to go to foreclosure, rather than investigate alternatives that may be mutually beneficial to themselves and their lenders. Not all properties heading for foreclosure are necessarily "under water" - which theoretically means they could be sold via a "traditional" sale rather than a "short sale" - but circumstances may mean there are other liens attached or other factors that inhibit or prevent the owners from selling the property - whether or not it's a short sale. Short Sales... 10/10/2017

Horse Property with Mountain Views in Queen Creek Arizona 85142 from Michelle Quackenbush on Vimeo.Open House Oct 21, 2017, from 1-4. Ride your horse from your own backyard and to Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre.  Exceptional horse property with mountain views. 6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, 3 car garage with private courtyard, casita/recording studio with private entrance. Large great room views gourmet kitchen with upscale appliances and a wood-burning pizza oven. Separate formal dining. Split master suite with fireplace, sitting room, and mountain views. His & hers master bath areas. Split second master suite with private entrance. Office, game room and theater room are just some of the amenities. Community offers bridal paths, walking trails, kid's playground, and soccer field. Queen C... 10/03/2017

21406 E MEWES ROAD, QUEEN CREEKBeautiful custom home in the highly desirable neighborhood of Orchard Ranchettes. N/S exposure, walking path to the west of the house and horse trails directly behind- this home boasts 5 bedrooms, an extended 4 car epoxy coated garage, sliding RV gate, horse stalls, tack room w/ electrical and water, and plenty of room to Dream Big. The open floorplan is light, bright and airy with 10 ft ceilings, 8 ft doors, added wall insulation, fireplace and a large covered back patio area for outdoor living. Huge master retreat w/ oversized closet, split sinks and door leading out to back patio. Enjoy the views of the San Tan Mountains and the great community with the full soccer field and park just down the street               MORE INFO, MAPS, AND PHOTOS 09/15/2017

  While the Short Sale days of the previous decade are for the most part behind us, the reality is that there are still hundreds of homes "under water" in Arizona.   While it's true that not every property facing foreclosure in Queen Creek is "under water", may of them are, and unfortunately many homeowners still don't understand that the likelihood is they will be far better off doing a Short Sale of their Queen Creek home than allowing their Queen Creek home to be sold at auction on the courthouse steps!    Short Sales are "regular resales" with one big difference.     Your lender(s) must agree to accept less than the amount(s) owed on your loan(s).   While there are many details regarding Short Sale Seller financial circumstances and the hardship they face, the bottom line is that mo... 08/22/2017

Queen Creek residents-  AZ Home Seekers is proud to announce that we are now offering a new " Cash Offer in 24 Hours" program.  The real estate industry has seen a proliferation of " we will buy your house" advertisements. Local home owners are saturated with advertisements from companies such as Open Door, Offer Pad, and We Buy Ugly Houses. Now even Zillow is offering a cash offer option in test markets. There is clearly enough demand for these services that these companies are thriving.AZ Home Seekers is a small locally owned boutique brokerage offering one on one concierge level service to our clients; this will be another service we can now offer, in keeping with our one stop shop mentality.Home owners can now not only list their home for top dollar with our brokerage, they will now... 08/15/2017

AZ Home Seekers is proud to announce that we are now offering a new " Cash Offer in 24 Hours" program.  The real estate industry has seen a proliferation of " we will buy your house" advertisements. Local home owners are saturated with advertisements from companies such as Open Door, Offer Pad, and We Buy Ugly Houses. Now even Zillow is offering a cash offer option in test markets. There is clearly enough demand for these services that these companies are thriving.AZ Home Seekers is a small locally owned boutique brokerage offering one on one concierge level service to our clients; this will be another service we can now offer, in keeping with our one stop shop mentality.Home owners can now not only list their home for top dollar with our brokerage, they will now also have the option o... 08/15/2017

How Safe Is Queen Creek and San Tan Valley Arizona? Recently, we were asked the question, “How Safe Is Queen Creek and San Tan Valley Arizona?” If you are considering moving to an area, but are unfamiliar with the location or community, then the best way to obtain crime data for a specific region is to call the local law enforcement office and ask. If you are inquiring about a property located in The Town of Queen Creek, in Maricopa County, then you would call the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. However, if you are interested in learning more about crime statistics for a home with a Queen Creek or San Tan Valley address that is located in Pinal County, then you would call the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office. There are also websites online, such as the Community Crime Map and Spot Crime,... 08/10/2017

  There are still hundreds of homes "under water" in Arizona.   In other words - the homes are worth less than the mortgage balance(s) - so it's not surprising that many homeowners are looking for solutions to stop foreclosure.   One solution to stop foreclosure and mitigate damage to a homeowner's credit is a Short Sale.   Short Sales are "regular resales" with one big difference.   Your lender(s) must agree to accept less than the amount(s) owed on your loan(s).   While there are many details regarding Short Sale Seller financial circumstances and the hardship they face, the bottom line is that most lenders prefer to stop foreclosure in favor of processing a Short Sale where the Seller is able to procure a Fair Market Value contract for their home.   After all, why foreclose on a home... 07/21/2017

Hastings Farms; May 2017 Market Update Real Estate information provided by John Ferrin, Realtor with HomeSmart Gilbert        Here is the Real Estate activity for Hastings Farms for the month of May 2017: The number of Homes Sold: 7 The Average List price: $329,075 The Average Sold price: $326,883 The Average Sold Price per Square Foot: $115 The Average Square Footage: 3314 The Average Days on Market: 38   Seven homes closed escrow during the month of May.  Home sizes ranged from 1284 SqFt to 5402 SqFt. This is one more than than what we saw in April.  Those homes ranged from 2105 to 3626 SqFt.   There are curently 9 houses available for sale with an additional 13 homes currently under contract in the neighborhood.  And, just as a fun fact, 29 homes have sold in the neighborhood so far... 06/02/2017

While the number of homes "under water" in Queen Creek is significantly less than just a few years ago, some homeowners who purchased just before the "crash" that started in 2007 are still in a position where they owe more on their home than will be forthcoming from proceeds of a sale of the home. If you need to sell your home, and you are in this situation, a Short Sale is one solution to this situation. By definition a Short Sale is a regular resale with one distinct and significant difference. The agreement of your lender(s) to accept less than the balance owed on the loan(s). Whether or not you meet the other "requirements" of your lender(s) such as a "valid" hardship can only be determined by consultation with a skilled and experienced professional. There should be no upfront charg... 05/08/2017

Own your own little private piece of paradise!  1.16 acre lot in Queen Creek near Ellsworth and Hunt Highway with mountain and city views.  Nestled in the foothills of San Tan mountain, this hillside lot is available for a custom home to be built on. Lot already has a pad for building with electric and water at the property.  Surrounded by custom homes with amazing views of the mountain and the city lights, this vacant lot is within walking distance to the 10,000+ acre San Tain Mountains Regional Park.  Ideal for hiking, biking, and horseback riding plus there is no HOA!                 Call The Ryan-Whyte Real Estate Team for more information or directions at 480-726-7000.   03/16/2017