Waldo Area Home For Sale-$133,000 and Move In Ready!

The spring home buying season is here, and you may know someone who is actively looking for that first home.  With rent prices rising, it’s worth considering putting your monthly payment towards building some equity rather than paying someone else’s mortgage!

Western Hills home for sale

Western Hills home for sale

I have a new listing in the popular subdivision of Western Hills, near the Ward Parkway Shopping Center.  This home offers a ranch floorplan on a level lot.  There are two bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor, plus a freshly painted living room, dining room and kitchen..

The hardwood floors are in great condition, the windows are newer and the baths have been remodeled.  In the kitchen, you’ll find resurfaced countertops, a new garbage disposal and a gas stove plus refrigerator.wh kit

The lower level has been finished, featuring a second full bath, a large  family room with wet bar and a utility room–the washer and dryer stay with the property.  This house also has a dry basement system, newer plumbing, attached garage and double driveway.

Finished basement with second full bath, wet bar, fresh paint and utility room

Finished basement with second full bath, wet bar, fresh paint and utility room

The backyard is fenced, and offers a large deck, patio and southern exposure.  Western HIlls has an active homes association with neighbors who watch out for each other.  The location is great, with easy access to I-435, Target, Trader Joe’s, AMC Theaters, several restaurants and the amenities of Brookside and Waldo.

Priced at $133,000–this house is very affordable for a first time buyer!.  The address is 515 W 90th St–contact me for more details!

Fenced backyard with deck and patio--access right off the kitchen!

Fenced backyard with deck and patio–access right off the kitchen!

Brookside/Waldo Area Home For Sale

Many buyers me they want a house with ‘good bones’ — that is, a home with all the major expensive maintenance items completed.  It’s especially important to first time buyers who have to make every dollar count towards a down payment or closing costs.  They are often willing to remodel the inside of the home themselves.

Brookside/Waldo area home for sale

Brookside/Waldo area home for sale

This new listing has been very maintained by it’s current owner, who has recently replaced all of the pricey mechanical items:  the heating and air conditioning system and roof are newer; most all windows have been replaced; the electrical box was replaced and the foundation has been checked and braced.  It has a charming Tudor design, with stone and brick exterior, an enclosed side porch and a private driveway.

Living Room

Living Room

Inside, you’ll find a bedroom and full bath on the first floor, along with a spacious living room and dining room.  The kitchen has a gas stove and refrigerator–those appliances stay, along with the washer and dryer. Upstairs are two large bedrooms and another full bath.

This house does need some updating — you could spend a lot of money for a total rehab of the kitchen and baths or plan a more moderately priced project with some fresh paint, countertops and décor.  The location is very convenient–just off Holmes Road, on a bus route, within a mile or two of UMKC, the Plaza, Brookside/Waldo shops and restaurants.

For more details about 715 E 72nd St in Brownwood Park, contact me!  Offered at $132,500.

Brookside Area Home for Sale

First time buyers often want a home with ‘good bones’ as the saying goes:  newer HVAC, roof, windows, as those items are expensive to replace.  I have a listing in the Brookside area with ‘good bones’ — lots of space for the price, just needs a new owner to add decor!

Brookside Area Home for Sale

Brookside Area Home for Sale

This home has new windows, new HVAC, new hot water heater, new 100 amp electrical service and new bracing on the basement walls.  It’s a Tudor style home, with a living room, dining room, enclosed side porch, kitchen and cozy breakfast room, plus a bedroom and full bath on the first floor.  The second floor has two bedrooms, another full bath and  a large dormer for storage. There is a private driveway and fenced backyard. Built in 1935, it has many charming details: crown molding, fireplace, brick exterior, built-ins…and all appliances stay!

Conveniently located near a bus route, this home is within a couple of miles of UMKC, the Country Club Plaza, Stowers Institute, and the Brookside/Waldo shops and restaurants.

It’s a great deal priced at $119,000.  If you are currently renting, your payment could be lower than your monthly rent!  The address is 715 E 72nd St, just east of Holmes.

For more information on this home, contact me.  It will be a fine house for the next owner.

Charming Home for Sale in Brookside!

6947 Oak in Brookside

6947 Oak in Brookside

I have a great new listing in Brookside to tell you about.  Perhaps you know someone looking for a home in the area?  Inventory is low for nice, move-in ready homes and this one has many great features, plus a prime location north of Gregory.

Located on the northeast corner of Oak at 70th St, it’s a bungalow floor plan with a stucco exterior. Rare private drive (at this price!) and one car attached garage.  The garage is attached to the home with a lovely breezeway–a perfect area for outdoor dining (without the bugs!) or relaxing in the morning with a cup of coffee.

Unique corner fireplace

Unique corner fireplace

Inside, this home features two bedrooms on the first floor with a full bath, plus a living room, dining room, breakfast nook and galley kitchen.  The bath and kitchen are updated, and in the kitchen you’ll find original built-ins, including a fold out spice rack–so charming!  There are some original light fixtures too. Neutral wall colors throughout the home.

On the second floor, the master bedroom is large, also with built-ins, with a full bath that leads to a huge walk-in closet.  There is a full stone basement, newer HVAC, hardwood floors and stone fireplace.

Original built ins

Original built ins

The Trolley Track Trail, Brookside/Waldo shops and amenities are nearby, and the Metro bus stops along Oak for easy public transportation access to UMKC, Westport, The Plaza, or downtown Kansas City. This home is priced to sell at $179,000!  Contact me if you know someone who may be interested in this home~!

Master bedroom

Master bedroom

Home for Sale in Waldo–Oh So Cute and Move In Ready!

7734 Oak in Waldo

7734 Oak in Waldo

I sell homes in all sorts of price ranges…and this new listing at 7734 Oak in Waldo is a real value for the price.  At $115,000–you can own this home and built equity in stead of paying someone else’s house payment through renting!

Located in the heart of Waldo, the home has been very well maintained.  It’s a 1.5 story floor plan, with two bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor; and a bedroom, plus a bonus room and half bath on the second level.  Both baths are updated; fresh colors throughout the interior.

Note the large living room and separate dining area just off the kitchen.  Classic white cabinets and plenty of counter space make cooking a pleasure here!  The laundry area is conveniently located on the main level.

Living room area

Living room area

There’s a spacious deck in the backyard, which is surrounded by a privacy fence.  Other features you will appreciate:  thermal windows, newer furnace and heat pump; gutter guards, lots of closet space; new carpet throughout the home; security system and private driveway.

Desireable location close to Ward Parkway Shopping Center, Brookside, the Trolley Track Trail and on a bus route.

This home is ideal for a first time buyer or someone who wants one level living.  Contact me if you know someone looking for an updated Waldo home at an affordable price!

Kitchen

Kitchen

Back Deck

Back Deck

New Listing in Waldo!

Here’s a great new listing in Waldo!  Located in popular Indian Village, this remodeled home offers two bedrooms, one full bath, attached carport and a large deck in the fenced backyard.

17 W Pocahontas Lane

The hardwood floors have been refinished, NEW windows installed with 2” blinds, fresh interior paint in neutral colors.  Beautiful landscaping surrounds this home.  Low maintenance brick exterior, full basement, level lot.  Kitchen and bath are updated, stainless steel appliances in the kitchen with separate dining room.  Security system available.  Plus, a separately fenced herb garden just off the deck!

This home is  bargain priced at $105,000–it’s move in ready!  Close to bus line, shopping, grocery, restaurants, Trolley Track Trail and all the amenities of the Waldo/Brookside area. 17 W Pocahontas, Kansas City MO  64114.  Email me for a tour today! 

New Listing! 708 E Gregory, Kansas City MO

All buyers are looking for ‘a good deal’ these days…and this house delivers!  Check out my new listing at 708 E Gregory, just east of Holmes.

708 E Gregory

This charming stone and stucco 2 story home offers three bedrooms and one and a half baths,a formal living room and dining room, an office nook off the living room and  a cozy breakfast room next to the kitchen.  The basement walls have been freshly painted with DryLock, there’s a newer roof and sump pump, plus half the basement is finished. The seller just installed a new electrical box and is providing a one year home warranty.

The backyard is partially fenced, and features a patio outside the back door.  There’s space for a second car next to the one car garage.

Lots of light fills this home, it’s close to Brookside, Waldo and UMKC.  Oh, and the price?  Just $149,000!

708 E Gregory, Kansas City MO 64131.  Contact me for a personal tour!  mary.hutchison@prukc.com

708 E Gregory

How Cute is this Waldo House??

While out on tour yesterday, I stopped by this house in the Broadland subdivision near 79th Street.  There are so many smaller houses in this area, many need some TLC.  When I toured this home, I thought:  this is an excellent example of how paint, tile and decor can really change the look of a smaller home.

Waldo home for sale

Waldo home for sale

This two bedroom, one bath home has great curb appeal. A small front porch, newer concrete drive and patio in the back.  Inside, you’ll see bright colors, a newer kitchen and a clean, fresh finish to the decor.  It’s a small home yet very inviting and open.  At $117,500–your house payment would be about as much as an average rent payment!

Waldo home for sale

Buyers–see what’s possible here  when you buy a home that needs a bit of decor.  Do most of the work yourself by fixing up with color, inexpensive white cabinets, newer appliances and contemporary decorating, and you’ve have more return for the money when it’s time to sell.

This house will sell fast!Waldo home for sale

Join Me in Armour Hills–New Listing!

I recently listed a cute house in Armour Hills at a great price…read on for details!  Perhaps you know someone who would like to be my neighbor?

228 W. 70th Terrace is a two story home with an attached garage, fenced yard, newer patio in back and a great location–close to the Trolley Track Trail, Waldo and Brookside shops, restaurants and services.  Beat the high gas prices by living here–just about everything you need is in walking distance, including bus service!

Inside, you’ll find a kitchen with new granite countertops, sink, backsplash, refrigerator and dishwasher. There’s a living room, dining room and a half bath, plus a large bonus room that can be an office or breakfast room.  Upstairs, three bedrooms and an updated  full bath.  The roof and windows are newer, walls are freshly painted, and there is a full basement.

The average price for a home in Armour Hills is over $200,000–this one is priced at $174,900!  Call or email me for  a tour–you can also drive by, I’ve got a flyer box in front.

Thanks for reading my blog!  mary.hutchison@prukc.com