Sparks, NV

Welcome to Sivlerton Shores! This lovely neighborhood is located in Wingfield Springs, a master planned community in Sparks, Nevada.

Just off I-80, travel north seven miles on Vista Blvd. until you see the Wingfield Springs Windmill, turn left! You have arrived at Wingfield Springs. Wingfield Springs is one of Sparks Nevada's most popular master planned communities.

Development of this community began in the late 1990's and today is comprised of nearly 10,000 homes sitting in over 30 different sub-divisions. Here you will also find a neighborhood elementary school, two championship golf courses, a swimming pool and fitness center, a clubhouse with two restaurants, banquet facilities, walking trails, parks and all the other perks you find living in a master planned community.

One special neighborhood in Wingfield Springs is Silverton Shores.

Silverton Shores has lovely, contemporary, stucco homes on the first fairway to the Redhawk Lakes Golf Course and homes along the natural water canals. You might even find a home with a walking trail right out the back door. Some of the homes are located in cul-de-sac's clustered around courts with landscaped mediums. Truly a beautiful setting here in Wingfield Springs.

The single story homes in Silverton Shores have soaring vaulted ceilings with open floor plans. They offer 3 and 4 bedrooms, 2 and 3 bathrooms, modern appliances, two and three car garages with ample storage. Upgrades for these homes include, but are not limited to, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, designer lighting, gas fireplaces, central air and heating.

The two story homes offer up to 5 bedrooms. Several have lofts areas on the second floor with the master suites also on the second floor. You will notice most two story homes have gas fire places, office nooks and two car garages.

As in most neighborhoods, there are several homes listed for sale in Silverton Shores. The current prices range from $330,000 to $550,000. These prices also reflect the average homes sold within a 2 mile radius of Silverton Shores over the past 9 months.

What I love about Silverton Shores is its close proximity to the driving range, the putting course, the sports bar and grill, the swimming pool and spa, the fitness center and walking trails. Just a few blocks from the Windmill, right around the corner, is the new Golden Eagle Regional Park. The park is spread over 140 acres with various fields for softball, baseball, football and soccer. You can walk to any of the above mentioned activities. If you live in Silverton Shores, you are just steps away from having a great time in Wingfield Springs!

For information regarding the schools in this area, the Washoe County School District can provide you with any answers you may have. If you are looking for additional information on homes in Silverton Shores and Wingfield Springs, please feel free to contact me, Terrie Leighton, your Northern Nevada Realtor!

Authored By Terrie Leighton August 2008. Terrie is a Real Estate Agent with Ferrari-Lund Real Estate. All information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

~The High Desert Hooters of Northern Nevada Walk For A Cure~

~The Breast Cancer 3-Day~

Who are the High Desert Hooters and What is the Breast Cancer 3-Day?

Eight women from Northern Nevada make up team "High Desert Hooters". Rhonda Clark, Brandi Anderson, Michele Bushnell, Chrissy Haugland, Carla Morris, Kari Sanderfer, Tanya Lenon and Virginia Soderquist will participate in this years Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk in San Francisco, California, September 5 -7, 2008.

The women in San Diego during the 2007 walk.

These women are dedicated to helping eradicate breast cancer as a life threatening disease. They formed this group (High Desert Hooters), to help fight this disease by raising money and awareness to help find a cure for breast cancer. For some of these women, this will the the fourth annual walk and they say they will continue this grueling yet life changing event each year until a cure if found.

What is The Breast Cancer 3-Day?

The Breast Cancer 3-Day is a walk that raises money for Breast Cancer Research. Each individual who participates must raise $2,200 and will complete a 60 mile walk over the course of three days. Walkers camp each night with an average of 4 to 6 thousand other walkers. The High Desert Hooters say it is truly an amazing experience.

Tanya Lenon, Michelle Bushnell and Brandi Anderson

The Beast Cancer 3-Day benefit the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, to fund breast cancer research and community outreach, as well as the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund, to provide an endowment for breast cancer initiatives.

If you would like to donate to this event there is still plenty of time left. As mentioned above, the walk the High Desert Hooters are participating in is in San Francisco, California, September 5 -7, 2008. You can donate on line and support the High Desert Hooters by clicking on their name.

Thank you for your support and interest in this event.

Authored by Terrie Leighton August 2008. Terrie is a Real Estate Agent with Ferrari-Lund Real Estate.

Disclaimer: The information in this blog is considered accurate but is not guaranteed.

~Hot August Nights 2008 Is In Full Throttle This Week~ Check it out!~

Start your Hot August Nights week off with a visit to Victorian Avenue and help Northern Nevada celebrate its 22nd anniversary of this signature event! Victorian Avenue in downtown Sparks is the place to be for the annual Craft Fair where you can buy all of your Hot August Nights attire. You will find poodle skirts, classic car t-shirts, hats, jewelry, and much more to get you and your family ready for the largest car show in the world. This event will last until 9:p.m. Watch the cars cruise by and shop as some of the classic cars crank it up on Victorian Avenue.

What is Hot August Nights?

Hot August Nights is a celebration of America's love affair with classic cars and rock & roll. It began in Reno, in 1986 when a group of "Baby Boomers" decided an event like this would be a great way to show off their love for old cars and music from the 50 and 60's. Last year, the event drew about 800,000 people over 10 days and generated $242 million revenues for the Northern Nevada area.

With hotel rooms selling out months in advance, this year is estimated to bring in nearly the same crowd as the year before and approximately $350,000 million in revenue via hotel rooms, restaurant sales and gaming. This event has become a signature summer event for the entire family to come out and enjoy.

So come on out before the show is over and see the 5,000 participants cruise Victorian Avenue and find out why people say: "The Cars are Cherry and Cursin' is Cool" as Hot August Nights continues now until August 10th.

Schedule of Events:

Aug: 4 - Sparks Victorian Square Craft Fair

Aug: 4 - Official Kick-off Party & Cruise Night - Peppermill Hotel & Casino, Virginia Street

Aug: 5 - Hula Hoop Contest - Atlantis Resort, Virginia Street

Aug: 6 - Sock Hop - Circus Circus Hotel Casino 5 -9 p.m.

Aug: 7 - Prom Night - Silver Legacy - 8 p.m. to midnight. $15 per ticket.

Aug: 10 - Official Parade - Downtown Reno, Virginia Street

Daily Show-N-Shines at various locations in Reno/Sparks. Nightly Cruising Downtown Reno/Sparks

Aug: 7 -9 Silver Auctions - Reno Sparks Convention Center. Purchase and Drive home a Classic!!

Free entertainment nightly at various locations. For a complete schedule of events go to www.hotaugustnights.net.

Disclaimer: The information in this blog is believed to be accurate, but is not guaranteed.

Welcome to Springland Village!

Springland Village was built in 1982 and continues to be a very popular Condominium Complex here in Sparks, Nevada. The units remain competitively priced, many are owner occupied, and the convenient location makes Springland Village a great choice if you are looking to purchase a condominium.

What makes Springland Village so special?

Location! Location! Location!

Springland Village is located in East Sparks, just 2 miles off Interstate 80, minutes from Victorian Avenue (Victorian Avenue if often referred to as downtown Sparks), 20 minutes from downtown Reno, 20 minutes from the University of Nevada, Reno, and is centrally located between three Washoe County Schools.

Located just off Sparks Boulevard, Springland Village is close to public transportation, the freeway, shopping, the New Legends Shopping Center which is scheduled to open this October and is home to the new SCHEELS Sporting Goods Store ( which is a much anticipated and highly advertised event here in Northern Nevada).

This complex is also located next to Baring Village Shopping Center. Here you will find a grocery store, a hardware store, a Hallmark gift card store, a flower shop, gas/convenience store, restaurants, yoga, and a beauty supply store.

Just a few blocks away is Alf Sorensen Community Center. The Community Center has ongoing activities throughout the year that community members of all ages are encouraged to sign up for. Swimming, basketball, weightlifting, yoga, jazzercise, soccer and a variety of educational classes are offered here.

Meticulous Grounds, Mature Landscaping and Amenities!

This beautiful complex is surrounded by a variety of mature trees. Spruce, Maple and Pine are a few of the trees that have been growing on the grounds at Springland Village for over 20 years. Imagine the size of these trees now! Wildflowers of various hues grow in beds and along walkways. You will find a Gardner planting fresh flowers every spring and working daily to maintain the lush green grass surrounding the complex.

The amenities at Springland Village include two swimming pools, one spa, a tennis court, two parking spaces per unit, and partial utilities paid through the home owners association.

Type of Units Available!

There are several floor plans at Springland Village. You can choose between a one bedroom, two bedroom or a three bedroom unit. Each unit is provided with extra storage, two parking spaces, washer and dryer hook ups, a gas fire place, patio or balcony. Some units are equipped with garages and garage door openers, others have closed in parking, but with no garage door, while others simply have their parking spaced covered.

Pricing and Sales Activity!

Currently, there are several floor plans available.

The listing price of each unit range from $118,000 and to $154,000. Within the last six months, there have been several sales with the average condominium selling for $152,000. The average size of a condominium sold was approximately 1,000 square feet. That is an average of $159 per square foot.

If you are interested in visiting Springland Village and would like to tour some of the available units, please feel free to contact me, Terrie Leighton, your Northern Nevada Realtor.

Disclaimer: The information in this post is believed to be accurate, but is not guaranteed.

Spanish Springs Cal Ripken Baseball

The Cal Ripken Major Division Astros are crowned champs! The Astros defeated the Dodgers 11-4 to capture the season ending tournament title.

In the double elimination tournament, the Astros were undefeated at 4 -0 outscoring their opponents 64-19. The Astros pitcher, Alec Leighton threw four scoreless innings in the championships game to lead his team to victory.

Congratulations to all the boys, and Brandi, our awesome first base girl, and to the coaches who worked so hard to help win this title.

I am very proud of my son Alec, who had such a great tournament and season. I am also very proud of my husband Steve for managing this team. I know the kids had a great season.

Well done!!

Alec and Steve after winning the championship!

Congratulations Astros!