Thursday, July 23, 2015

Open House - Apex Executive Home For Sale!



Join us at our open house   

Lisa Southern Real Estate is excited to host this Open House this Sunday July 26th from 2pm - 4pm!  Are you thinking of buying a home in Apex, North Carolina? Stop by this open house and take a tour! Click on the photo below for more information on this home!

209 Lansbrooke Ln. Open House
209 Lansbrooke Ln. Apex, NC 27502

Gorgeous Executive Home On A Cul-de-sac Lot In Abbington! Hardwood Floors Throughout Almost The Entire Home! Beautiful Kitchen With Granite Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pantry, Upgraded Cabinetry & Tile Backsplash. Large Master Suite With Fireplace & Updated Bathroom. Second Floor Bonus Room. HUGE Unfinished Walk-Up Attic. Private Fully Fenced Backyard. Large Deck & Patio Perfect For Relaxing/Entertaining. Ideal Location! Easy Access To Major Rds. Close To Shopping & Restaurants!

Stop by on Sunday July 26th from 2pm - 4pm to take a tour of this home!

Exclusively Listed by Lisa Southern Real Estate


Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Create a Small Space Container Gardens

Small space container gardening

Container Gardens

Urban living doesn’t mean you can’t create a garden. Spectacular gardens can grow in unexpected places. Here are a few tips on how to create a rooftop or patio garden.

Check Zoning Rules – Before you start, consult your local zoning bylaws, municipal building requirements and your HOA (if you have one). Adding a rooftop or patio garden may require reinforcing the structure and possibly a permit.

Wooden Container gardening Plan Your Space – Decide how you intend to use the space. Once you map out the main design elements, you can plan your container garden around them.

Consider Weight – Keep containers lightweight by using soil-less potting mixes, planter inserts or lightweight containers, especially if you plan on growing plants that require a lot of water.

Choose Sturdy Plants – Pick plants that can handle the elements. Compact shrubs and hardy perennials that are ideal for container gardening include boxwood, cedar, euonymus, ferns, grasses, lavender, yews, dwarf conifers and succulents.

Glass vases on fenceThink Safe and Secure – Consider adding walls or a lattice structure to provide a safety barrier and protect plants from wind damage. It’s also a good idea to secure planters to keep them from toppling over.

Raise Planters – Protect your rooftop or patio from rot and water damage by placing planters on bases or feet to prevent water from pooling underneath. Raising planters also allows for air circulation to the roots, encouraging stronger root development.

Water Regularly – Remember that container gardens are more susceptible to drying out so use moisture-retaining gel grains or mulch to lessen evaporation, or consider installing a drip irrigation system.

Lisa Southern Real Estate is located at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601. Here is a list of local nurseries that are great for all your gardening needs! If you or someone you know is looking buy or sell a home in the Raleigh area, call us at 919-800-0880 to find out how we can help!  



      

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Great Investment Home in Raleigh! 3001 Snowberry Dr. Raleigh, NC 27610

Looking to Sell a House in Apex, Cary, Fuquay Varina, Holly Springs or Raleigh? Call 919-800-0880 or use our 15 second home value estimator.

3001 Snowberry Dr. Raleigh, NC 27610

3001 Snowberry Dr. Raleigh, NC 27610 3001 Snowberry Rd. Side View 3001 Snowberry Rd. Back Yard

 

Property Description:

For additional information about this 1,337 Square Foot, 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath property located in Raleigh, North Carolina, please fill out the Request More Information form.  

Primary Features:

Approximate Square Footage: 1,337
 Approximate Lot Size: 0.260 Acres
 Subdivision Name: Idlewood
 County: Wake
 Elementary School: Middle Creek Elementary School
 Middle School: Holly Ridge Middle School
 High School: Middle Creek High School
 Property Type: Residential
 Year Built: 1971

   3001 Snowberry Dr. Raleigh, NC 27510 Map     

Lisa Southern

15 E. Martin St.
 Raleigh, NC 27601
 Phone: 919-800-0880    

Clayton Home for Sale - 148 Tuscarora Lane Clayton, NC 27520


Looking to Sell a House in Apex, Cary, Fuquay Varina, Holly Springs or Raleigh? Call 919-800-0880 or use our 15 second home value estimator.

148 Tuscarora Lane Clayton, NC 27520

Lions Gate Home For Sale

148 Tuscarora Ln. Clayton, NC 27520 148 Tuscarora Ln. Side View 148 Tuscarora Ln. Back Patio  

Property Description:

For additional information about this 1,842 Square Foot, 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath property located in Clayton, North Carolina, please fill out the Request More Information form.  

Primary Features:

Approximate Square Footage: 1,842
Approximate Lot Size: 0.060 Acres
Subdivision Name: Lions Gate
County: Johnston
Elementary School: West Clayton Elementary School
Middle School: Clayton Middle School
High School: Clayton High School
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 2007  


  148 Tuscarora Ln Clayton Nc 27520 map 

Lisa Southern

15 E. Martin St.
 Raleigh, NC 27601
 Phone: 919-800-0880    

Monday, July 13, 2015

7 Curb Appeal Ideas to Attract Home Buyers!

7 Curb Appeal Ideas to Attract Home Buyers!

The first thing home buyers will look at when they arrive at your home is your front yard. The color of your home, the landscaping, walkways, and if the home is attractive from the outside, will be all that is on their minds. Regardless of the fact that you just put new appliances in the kitchen, or you have gorgeous hardwood floors, if the curb appeal is not attractive, many homeowners will never make it inside your home.  Ensure that your home is appealing from the curb, with these 7 ideas to attract your future home buyers.

1.)   Color of your exterior home: Before you start on the yard, start on your physical exterior of your home. Look at neighboring homes, and drive through the neighborhood to get the general aesthetic, and color palette of other homes. While your house doesn’t have to be the same color, it should be within the same historic or aesthetic color palette as neighboring homes. Consider repainting your home, or pressure washing siding or brick.

2.) Interior finishes don’t hinder the outside appeal: For many homeowners the thought of standing outside their home and looking back at the house isn’t considered. Interior finishes such as window treatments; window hanging decorations, and window obstructions, such as furniture in front of windows can be seen from the curb. Ensure furniture, window treatments, and other interior elements cannot be seen from the street, or they are in complimenting colors to the outside of the home.

3.) Walkway and entry areas: The next area home buyers will look at are the entryways to get into your home. Consider the driveway, sidewalk, stairs, and stepping stone pathways around your home and clear these of weeds, debris, and pressure wash concrete, brick, and pavers to give a clean appeal to your stepping areas. If preventable, try not to park cars in the driveway, especially if they leek oil and leave unsightly stains on the concrete.

4.) Bring in unsightly items: Curb appeal is also associated with how your family lives on a day-to-day basis while your home is up for sale. Ensure toys, garbage cans, yard debris filled trash bags, and garden tools are picked up immediately after using them. Items left out for days on end, gives your home an unkempt look, and forms opinions in home buyer’s minds about the upkeep of your home.

5.) Manicured grounds are ideal: Take a look at your lawn area and determine the condition of the grass and surrounding plant beds. While a newly cut and trimmed lawn is ideal, so is healthy landscaping. If you have dead spots, weeds, and unsightly poor areas of your lawn, consider hiring a lawn service or landscaping professional to get your lawn looking ideal as possible.

6.) Replace welcoming elements: Believe it or not, elements such as the mailbox, house numbers and door hardware can make a big impression on home buyers. If you’ve lived in your home for a while, consider buying new elements and replace the old ones. These small elements can send a welcoming impression and are relatively inexpensive to replace.

7.) Add instant color: If you want to bring instant color to your curb appeal, consider planters with seasonal plants at your front door, positioned throughout your yard, and at the sides of your garage entry. Potted plants will add instant color to the overall appearance of your home, and will make home buyers happy to come see more inside.  

Curb appeal of your home doesn’t have to be difficult; in fact many homeowners feel sprucing up the exterior is easier than the interior! Use these 7 tips to welcome home buyers and have them loving your home in no time. Home buyers make up their mind about your home within 15 seconds of seeing your home. Make them want to spend countless minutes in your home with great curb appeal.

Lisa Southern Real Estate, located at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601, is dedicated to helping you sell your Raleigh are home for more money in less time! Call us today at 919-800-0880 to find out how we can help you sell your home!  


Thursday, July 9, 2015

Live In Harmony - 332 Euphoria Cir. Cary, NC 27519

Looking to Sell a House in Apex, Cary, Fuquay Varina, Holly Springs or Raleigh? Call 919-800-0880 or use our 15 second home value estimator.

332 Euphoria Cir. Cary, NC 27519

Harmony Home For Sale

Harmony Home for sale - 332 Euphoria Cir. Cary, NC 27519 Kitchen Master Bedroom View Photo Gallery (15)  

Property Description:

For additional information about this 2,597 Square Foot, 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath property located in Cary, North Carolina, please fill out the Request More Information form.  

Primary Features:

Approximate Square Footage: 3,326
 Approximate Lot Size: 0.180 Acres
 Subdivision Name: Harmony
 County: Wake
 Elementary School: Turner Creek Elementary School
 Middle School: Salem Middle School
 High School: Panther Creek High School
 Property Type: Residential
 Year Built: 2007


   332 Euphoria Cir. Map    

Lisa Southern

15 E. Martin St.
 Raleigh, NC 27601
 Phone: 919-800-0880    

APEX HOME FOR SALE - 209 Lansbrooke Lane Apex, NC 27502

Looking to Sell a House in Apex, Cary, Fuquay Varina, Holly Springs or Raleigh? Call 919-800-0880 or use our 15 second home value estimator.

209 Lansbrooke Lane Apex, NC 27502

209 Lansbrook Ln. Apex, NC 27502   15 Back porch View Photo Gallery (20)    

Property Description:

For additional information about this 3,326 Square Foot, 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath property located in Apex, North Carolina, please fill out the Request More Information form.  

Primary Features:

Approximate Square Footage: 3,326
 Approximate Lot Size: 0.340 Acres
 Subdivision Name: Abbington
 County: Wake
 Elementary School: Olive Chapel Elementary School
 Middle School: Lufkin Rd. Middle School
 High School: Apex Friendship High School or Panther Creek High School
 Property Type: Residential
 Year Built: 2003



     209 Lansbrooke Ln Map  


Lisa Southern

15 E. Martin St.
 Raleigh, NC 27601
 Phone: 919-800-0880    

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

304 Ravenstone Dr. Cary, NC 27518 - Cary Home For Sale!

304 Ravenstone Dr. Cary, NC 27518

Looking to Sell a House in Apex, Cary, Fuquay Varina, Holly Springs or Raleigh? Call 919-800-0880 or use our 15 second home value estimator.

   304 Ravenstone Dr. Cary, NC 27518 304 Ravenstone Dr. Front View 304 Ravenstone Dr. Front Porch  

Property Description:

For additional information about this 2,300 Square Foot, 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath property located in Cary, North Carolina, please fill out the Request More Information form.  

Primary Features:

Approximate Square Footage: 2,300
 Approximate Lot Size: 10,019 Sq. Ft.
 Subdivision Name: Coventry Glen
 County: Wake
 Elementary School: Swift Creek Elementary School
 Middle School: Dillard Dr. Middle School
 High School: Athens Dr. High School
 Property Type: Residential
 Year Built: 1997  


 
  304 Ravenstone Dr. Cary, NC 27518  

Lisa Southern

15 E. Martin St.
 Raleigh, NC 27601
 Phone: 919-800-0880