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365 Reasons to Live in Sedona
#125 - Sedona Trolley
Another reason we love living in Sedona – the Sedona Trolley! The Sedona Trolley brings a small-town feeling to the Sedona community. It is a friendly service that takes the residents and the tourists around town on different tours to see Sedona and the famous red rock views first hand.
Sedona Trolley rides are given on a first come, first served basis. There is no need to plan too far ahead for tickets. When boarding the trolley, you can pay your fee for the ride. Currently prices are only $15 for adults and $12 for children. There are two different tours you can take. They both take approx. 55 minutes and depart from the Uptown Depot.
Tour A travels along the south end of Sedona. It shows the famous Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village and the Gallery District. However, the main highlight of this tour...
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#121 – Sunset Park
We love living in Sedona because of all the things we can do outside in the sunshine. One of those activities is going to Sunset Park! Sunset Park is the newest park in Sedona, and is in a great location for any festivity you may want to plan!
Sunset Park sits on 7.46 acres in the heart of West Sedona. The park is filled with many different highlights, including recently renovated tennis courts (two) and a basketball court. If you like to play basketball with friends or family or if you enjoy a game of tennis every now and then, Sunset Park would be the place for you to go! The courts are very nice and are fun to play on; just bring your own equipment and you are ready to play.
There are also two ramadas there for your convenience if you would like to eat lunch in the shade. These shade canopies were installed for...
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Buyer & Seller Tips of the Month
Buyers
Total Investment vs. Neighborhood Values
Attention buyers: Don’t overlook the expense for your new property’s remodel. What does this mean? We have noticed, as Sedona Real Estate Agents, that some buyers need to upgrade a home almost immediately upon purchase. As the reasons for the upgrades vary, and it sounds obvious to comment, please make sure that you remember to monitor your impending renovation expenses.
We often see good values for Sedona homes in all price points. Some Sellers are already factoring in the cost of future renovations. Sometimes they discount the listing price accordingly, but unfortunately they may under estimate actual expenses. Our message this month is for you to make sure that your new property’s value is not squandered by over renovating and ultimately “pricing your home out of the neighborhood” when it comes time to sell.
Remember to factor in any potential renovation expenses or potential items that must be replaced in order for you to make your new Sedona Property feel like home. Our example would be that you found a listing that was well priced at $500,000 in a gated community. However, the highest priced home in the neighborhood recently sold for $550,000 and the average home sells for considerably less. If you needed to put $100,000 into your purchase for renovations, understanding that most of it would be new, we would be concerned for you that if your circumstances changed unexpectedly, it may be difficult to sell the home for what you have invested.
Experienced Sedona Realtors can help prevent you from making a mistake similar to what we have mentioned above. Having an understanding of what Sedona neighborhoods and areas can support, from a pricing standpoint, is vital to making sure that one of the largest investments you will make in your life is protected. We try to accomplish this by educating our buyers prior to purchase. If you need help running renovation scenarios for a specific property or neighborhood, don’t hesitate to Contact Us. Best of luck and don’t forget that we can also help put you in contact with qualified and competent contractors in the Sedona area when it comes time for your remodel.
For more home buying tips, click for our Sedona Home Buying Guide.
Sellers
Improvements for a Higher Sale:
Carport vs. Garage
It is no secret that buyers typically look for the highest amount of value for their purchase. If a certain property does not meet all of their criteria, in their mind, they tend to discount the price or eliminate it from consideration altogether. What we have come across recently, as Sedona Realtors, is that a number of older homes sometimes only have a carport versus a garage. In Arizona, due to our abundance of sunny weather, buyers tend to prefer to keep their home search to options with garages. Sedona homes with a carport may be able to be converted to a Sedona Property with a garage fairly easily.
Rob’s former contractor experience helps us determine the process and things to look for when converting a carport into a garage. Consider the following items when determining if enclosing your carport is in the best interest of maximizing the value of your Sedona Home.
Understand that typically your carport will have a roof, one wall (attached to home) and a concrete foundation (if you do not have a concrete foundation, you will have to also factor in adding the expense of a finished concrete floor). These factors may limit the amount of expense necessary to enclose your carport and add value to your sales price.
Another key component to determining if you can simply convert from a carport to a garage is to have somebody (Rob is happy to assist) review the roofline and the header height for your potential garage door opening. In most cases you will need approximately 7 feet of clearance for a standard garage door. You will also need approximately 12 inches of additional space, inside of the carport, to allow for the door to function (more or less you are looking for an 8 foot ceiling height). Again, there can be exceptions to these measurements so be sure to consult with a licensed contractor before you commit to the conversion. Let us know if you need us to recommend a local Sedona Builder(s) for you.
Lastly, the length/depth of the garage is also an important factor that will determine if the carport can be easily converted. There are many different vehicle sizes to consider, but don’t feel like you have to fit an extended long bed truck into every new garage. Have enough space to accommodate most vehicles, but don’t over commit to adding additional foundation costs and roofing expense if your carport is not currently equipped. Remember we are trying to limit your costs while adding the most value for potential buyers.
Keep in mind that even turning a one car carport into a one car garage could be enough to entice the right buyer to consider your Sedona Home. For more advice on other potential improvement projects, feel free to Contact Us to help assess the value added by your future expenses.
For more Selling Tips, or ideas to Stage Your Home, visit the Sedona Property Selling Tips on our website.
Feature Sedona Subdivision
Highland Estates Video Tour
Highland Estates, located in the Big Park area of Sedona, AZ is surrounded by gorgeous Red Rock Formations. Expect magnificent colors across the sky as the sun sets behind the infamous Cathedral Rock. Highland Estates is just off of Verde Valley School Road with close proximity to Oak Creek and Red Rock Crossing. Purchasing a Sedona home or Vacant Lot in Highland Estates, you'll feel a world away yet you are minutes to the Village of Oak Creek amenities, including the Factory Outlet Mall, Weber's IGA Grocery Store, Restaurants, Championship Golf Courses, and more.
For more information about Highland Estates' Property for sale or Subdivision Details please don’t hesitate to Contact Us at 928.821.3508 or 928.282.4166 ext 253.
Highland Estates' Property Listings
Did you enjoy the video tour of this subdivision? Take a look at the links below and see if there are any homes or vacant land available that meets your needs. Highland Estates, located in the Big Park area of Sedona, is a great place to enjoy Red Rock Views, hiking trails and close proximity to the creek! Click below to view:
Featured Properties
245 Eagle Dancer Road
Old World Hacienda estate situated on 5 plus acres bordering NFS located in Sedona's prestigious Soldier's Pass Corridor. Through the double gates, sits the most beautiful, private setting with Sweeping Majestic Red Rock views! Metes and Bound Property, No HOA. Set up to entertain with your outdoor living space from...
Click for More InformationFor more features & information on this West Sedona Home please Email Rob & Pam - or give us a call 928.821.3508.
165 Rimstone
Custom building lot in Rimstone. A beautiful new subdivision located in West Sedona with Red Rock Views. One of the largest lots available in Rimstone on 1.06 acre. Sewer Available. Building envelope with 2200 minimum square feet. Call us today so we may show you why this is the right lot to build your dream home in beautiful Sedona, voted the most beautiful place to live...
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Recipe of the Month
Hearty Lasagna
Makes: 8 servings | Prep: 30 mins | Bake: 45 mins 375°F
Courtesy of Betty Crocker
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