Scottsdale Real Estate & Community News

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Sept. 19, 2023

Finding Multigenerational Housing in Scottsdale's Village Grove

 

Multigenerational Housing in Scottsdale

If you would prefer to watch a video, we have included our YouTube video below.

 

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Team Leader and Owner of The Kay-Grant Group with My Home Group Real Estate in Scottsdale, Andrea Lilienfeld, and Village Grove expert Julie Jarmiolowski are back in Village Grove to show you a gem of a new house coming on the market soon.

Let's take a tour of this Village Grove home. Andrea and Julie will update you over the next several weeks to show you the progress in real-time.

As you walk in the front entrance, you see studs and what used to be a wall separating the front living space from the kitchen, but nothing will be there. A reinforced beam will be put in, allowing them to remove all these support beams and give this house the open concept buyers are looking for. 

The kitchen will be expanded to include a huge island where you get a beautiful view out the front window while working in the kitchen, allowing you to entertain.

As we make our way to where the three main bedrooms of the home are located, you will notice that the remodel includes a closed-off area with a beautiful dry bar for entertaining. 

Starting with what will be the primary bedroom is a beautiful space, with many windows creating a lovely, open space. The primary suite will also have a sizable walk-in closet and en suite bathroom. 

Bedroom number two will be quite sizable and could easily fit a king-size bed and a nice-sized closet. 

Continuing down the hallway is bedroom number three. There is a built-in Murphy bed; however, that space will be removed and open up the room. This third bedroom offers huge open windows overlooking a gorgeous backyard with a big shaded tree. The shady tree will stay, and there will be turf installed. Just outside bedroom number three, there is another full bathroom. 

This house is unique and can easily turn it into a true multigenerational or next gen home, which we rarely see in South Scottsdale.

This house had a car garage and a utility closet, but the sellers envisioned turning the carport into a full-size connected garage. The sellers are turning the utility closet into a large, full-size laundry room that will be connected to the house. There will be a laundry room on one side, and then on this other side will have a full-size casita or a space that can be used as an income property. 

This extended part of the home can be used for your mother-in-law, making it a true next gen home. It will have a large, completely new bathroom and a huge walk-in closet. There will be a wall where a full-size kitchen will be installed, allowing this, again, to be a true casita or additional living space here on your property. 

The thing about this space is the way it's being remodeled. You can access this space without entering the home if you are using this as an income property, or you could access the house if you want to use it as guest quarters, whether that be someone coming to visit or your parents or in-laws living there.

The backyard now has a huge covered space for lounging. There will be a lovely turfed little backyard oasis. Coming around the house, you will see how guests or your tenants access the home if you decide to keep this completely separate, turning it into an income property. Around the side, there will be a large RV gate where your tenants can pull their cars in, park here on the side, and access their quarters without disturbing you in your personal space.

This is just the beginning of this project, and we hope this has given you an idea of this seller's actual image. This will indeed be a one-of-a-kind property offered in Village Grove in South Scottsdale. 

Follow along with Andrea and Julie over the next few weeks as they take you with them every step to witness the many changes on this property. 

 

Sept. 18, 2023

What is Multi Generational Housing?

 

Turning Your Property into Multigenerational Housing or an Investment Property

At The Kay-Grant Group with My Home Group out of Arizona, we are hearing more and more from clients curious about seeing different properties with a casita or a guest house. 

There are two main reasons people are looking for generational housing. They want a place where their parents can live on property with them, where they still have their own space. The second reason is people are looking at how they can turn their primary residence into an investment property. We can thank HGTV for this one. 

Today, we are out at one of these properties in Scottsdale. It offers a casita that's just over 400 square feet. The owners are using this as an income property. 

When you enter this property, you will see that they have put in a Murphy bed that can either be put up or laid down to be an actual bed. In this room, in a genuine studio-type manner, they do have a couch area for lounging, as well as they have a complete kitchen with full-size appliances, as well as a full-size bedroom, a walk-in, shower, dual vanity, and a washer and dryer. 

This is just one way owners are turning their primary residence into an income opportunity to help offset the cost of their mortgage and general bills. 

Let us look at how a casita can serve as a next generation home. Let's see what can be done with as little as just 704 square feet.

You will see actual living room space when you walk into this property. With just 700 square feet, the owners could get two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and a private patio area. The bathroom and kitchen are both full-sized. This kitchen has full-size appliances and a cute little walkout where they can have their own space on the property. The bedrooms are large enough to fit a king-sized bed, leaving enough space for a nightstand, dresser, and room to walk around. 

Hopefully, this has given you a good idea of what you can do with your property, whether you want to turn it into an income-producing property or you're figuring out how you can have your parents or kids live on your property with you. 

If you have any questions about income properties, next-generation homes, or just Arizona real estate in general, don't hesitate to contact Andrea Lilienfeld at 480-387-3990 or email her at andrea@kay-grant.com.

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Sept. 18, 2023

JUST SOLD Four-Bedroom Mesa Home

Impressive Eastmark Home Just Sold

This impressive Eastmark home has just closed. The dream home boasts over 3,000 square feet of pure luxury. The spacious house features a stylish tiled fireplace, a chef’s kitchen showcasing crown molding, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and contemporary fixtures. The primary suite has a walk-in closet, jetted tub, walk-in shower, and dual sinks. 

This charming home is located on Eastmark Parkway and Sector Drive near Signal Butte Park and The Shoppes at Augusta Ranch. Are you in the market for a Mesa home? If so, let’s connect!

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With our experience, network, and know-how, we would love the opportunity to help you find your perfect Mesa home. For more information about our services, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.

 

 

Sept. 15, 2023

JUST SOLD: Four-Bedroom Gilbert Home

Impressive Morrison Ranch Home Just Sold

This Elliot Groves at Morrison Ranch home has just closed. The beautiful home features sophisticated wood-like tile flooring, and all bedrooms have a walk-in closet. The versatile bonus room is a perfect spot for a home office, and the chef's kitchen boasts premium granite countertops, high-end cabinetry, a stunning stone backsplash, an oversized island for gatherings, a top-of-the-line gas cooktop, and double ovens.

 Located on Recker and Elliot, this home is near Greenfield Lakes Golf Course, Loop 202, and U.S. Route 60. Are you in the market for a home in Gilbert? If so, let's connect!

Looking to Buy a Gilbert Home?

With our experience, network, and know-how, we would love the opportunity to help you find your next home. For more information about our services, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.

 

 

Sept. 14, 2023

JUST SOLD: Five-Bedroom Litchfield Park Home

Luxury New Build Litchfield Park Home Just Sold

This upscale new construction home has just closed. The two-story home showcases a spacious open-concept floor plan with luxury wood-like flooring, soaring ceilings, and ample natural lighting. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and a tiled backsplash.

Located on Citrus and Camelback Road, this home is near the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium and Safari Park, State Route 303, and I-10. Are you in the market for a Litchfield Park home? If so, let’s connect!

Looking to Buy a Litchfield Home?

With our experience, network, and know-how, we would love the opportunity to help you find your next home. For more information about our services, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.

 

Sept. 14, 2023

UNDER CONTRACT: Two-Bedroom Scottsdale Condo

Stylish Edge at Grayhawk Condo Under Contract

This fully furnished Edge at Grayhawk home is under contract. This fully furnished unit offers two spacious bedrooms and a small den that works perfectly as a workstation. Beautiful wood flooring and ample natural light run throughout this turnkey property. Community amenities include:

  • A resort-style clubhouse
  • Two pools
  • Spa
  • A state-of-the-art fitness center
  • Events like yoga and neighborhood pool parties 

This home is located on Hayden and Thompson Peak Parkway near Kierland Commons, Desert Ridge, and Loop 101. Are you in the market for a Scottsdale condo? If so, let’s connect!

Looking to Buy a Scottsdale Condo?

With our experience, network, and know-how, we would love the opportunity to help you find the perfect Scottsdale home. For more information about our services, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sept. 13, 2023

Village Grove Listing of The Week | Scottsdale, AZ

 

 

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Dream Home or Fantastic Investment Property

We are so excited about this new Village Grove listing in South Scottsdale. Sometimes, we see remodels, and it's like, to use a term my grandma used, lipstick on a pig. However, that does not describe this impressive listing.

This home is in the perfect location. It has five bedrooms and three baths. But the interesting thing is that it is also a great investment property.

The detail of this home is incredible. The gorgeous floors are among the first things you'll notice when you walk into the house. These are wood floors and the larger plank.

Every appointment that you see throughout this house is so exquisite. This kitchen boasts gold handles on the cabinet, a pot filler in the back, and the perfect entertaining countertop with two sinks. You can have half a dozen people in the kitchen, creating a wonderful meal and entertaining. 

The dining area and the family room have multiple sliding doors to the outdoors. The fireplace is electric and gorgeous. You even have a coffee bar. Every little nuance for entertainment has been thought of.

You have a bedroom on one side of the house with access to the backyard. This room is on the smaller side. This area makes an excellent office space.

This home offers the perfect home for the modern person. The garage is exceptional, with attractive painted flooring and a Tesla charger.

The detail of the gold runs throughout the entire home. The fireplace has incorporated wood on the top and bottom. The guest bedroom features a stylish farm door. The spacious bedrooms feature walk-in closets and crown molding.

As you walk to the primary bedroom, built-in mirrors run down the hall. The main suite overlooks the swimming pool and has an en suite, a nice walk-in closet, and access to the great outdoors. 

The backyard is stunning, with a nice seating area with an enclosure, a fire pit, a covered barbecue area, artificial greenery that makes it easy to maintain, and a beautifully redone swimming pool with an end that would be considered for diving. However, it does not have a diving board. 

The level of detail on this home is mind-blowing. We'll be back to see you every week with any new listings that come up here in Village Grove. If you or anyone is interested in seeing this or any other listings in the Scottsdale area, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.

 

Sept. 13, 2023

UNDER CONTRACT: Three-Bedroom Phoenix Home

Turnkey Deer Valley Estates Home Under Contract

This turnkey Deer Valley Estates home is under contract. The home boasts a split floor plan, new tile flooring, a freshly painted interior, vaulted ceilings, a double-sided wood-burning fireplace, and many more enticing features. The spacious kitchen offers ample storage and countertop space, a large pantry, and a range oven surrounded by charming brick accents. The primary bedroom features a sizable walk-in closet and an en suite with pebble flooring and a stylish tiled shower. 

Centrally located on Union Hills Drive and Central Avenue, the home is near Bell Towne Center, Deer Valley Community, Loop 101, and I-17. Are you in the market for a Phoenix home? If so, let’s connect!

Looking to Buy a Phoenix Home?

With our experience, network, and know-how, we would love the opportunity to help you find your next home. For more information about our services, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.

 

Sept. 13, 2023

UNDER CONTRACT: Three-Bedroom Mesa Home

Impressive Reserve at Red Rock Home Under Contract

This gorgeous Reserve at Red Rock home is under contract. The new construction home boasts an iron entry door, a cozy front porch, a gourmet kitchen with white cabinets, quartz countertops, and a KitchenAid gas range. Modern upgrades, such as large baseboards, tile planking, and convenient laundry cabinets, are found throughout the house. This brand-new gated community offers amenities like a basketball court, pickleball, tot lots, a clubhouse with a heated pool and spa, and several hiking trails. 

Located on Recker and Thomas Road, this location offers proximity to Las Sendas Golf Club, Superstition Springs Center, and Loop 202. Are you in the market for a Mesa home? If so, let’s connect!

Looking to Buy a Mesa Home?

With our experience, network, and know-how, we would love the opportunity to help you find the perfect Mesa home. For more information about our services, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.

 

Sept. 12, 2023

JUST SOLD: Three-Bedroom Buckeye Home

Impressive Sundance Home Just Sold

This beautiful Sundance home has just closed. The home boasts an upgraded floor plan with tile floors in the living and dining areas, direct access to the backyard oasis, and a covered patio and desert landscaping. The Sundance 55-plus community amenities include an eighteen-hole golf course, a fitness center, two swimming pools, a spa, and tennis courts.

Sundance offers proximity to I-10 and many restaurants and shops. Are you considering selling your Buckeye home? If so, we would love to help you!

Looking to Sell Your Buckeye Home?

If you want to sell your Buckeye home, your first step should be to find a knowledgeable real estate agent. We have the know-how, experience, and network to get you the most from your investment. For more information about our services or to schedule a Free Home Valuation, call us at 480-387-3990 or fill out our Contact Form.