About Marana's Gladden Farms

Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ - Market Statistics Since July 2010 - Homes for Sale

This is a market capsule of homes on the market since July 8, 2010 and an update from my July Market Report.

109 homes are listed on MLS
59 active homes for sale in Gladden Farms, Marana AZ (available)
11 of those active listings are new construction by Richmond American and Lennar
3 have Active Capa contracts on them, willing to accept a better offer
14 have accepted contracts (Active Contingent)
7 are pending close of escrow

Builders in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ include Lennar, Miramonte, Hillcraft, Richmond American and Pulte. Most of the homes were built starting in 2005 or later, so the homes are newer

The smallest home comes in at 1265 sq. feet and homes size upwards to a whopping 4,045 with five bedrooms.

Lots come in all sizes as well. The 109 listings on MLS range from .14 to .27 acres. Only 3 of the Active listings have pools at this time. Many of the lots are roomy enough to add one, however!

Active listings average $85.68, down from $89.51 beginning of July
Active capa average: $86.52
Active contingent: $80.24
Pending: $78.94
Closed: $83.85 down from $89.76

This is definitely a great area to purchase a lot of home for a low price. The community is attractive, and well maintained.

Neighborhood characteristics include 1 and 2 story homes, frame stucco
2 and 3 car attached garages, contemporary elevation
Tile roofs
Block fences with some wrought iron along green belts
Low care front yards, initially landscaped by the builders including drip system
HOA fees average approximately $64 monthly
Gas available in many neighborhoods.

Community amentities include parks, putting green, fitness trails, greenbelts, basketball, horseshoods, common area landscaping, theme trees, area events,

Nearby is the community park, Heritage River Park, Ora Moe Harn City park with pool, Marana Town Hall, Pima County Library, Rodeo Grounds, and more!

See more photos here at A Pictorial Walk Along the Pathways, Part 1, 2, and 3.

If you are interested in buying or selling in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ or more information on Market Statistics Since July 2010 - Homes for Sale - call a Marana neighbor! I'd be happy to assist in your real estate process.

Sales "Short" Owners - Outrageous Prices of Homes for Sale in Marana

I got a call today about some property and homes I haven't viewed in some time. It's a subdivision not too far from where I live, and they started out with beautiful model homes and a few lots for sale.

Unfortunately with the passing of time, the recession, the FEMA flood plain, the lack of local businesses, this area of town got hit pretty hard. More than one builder went belly up.

Meanwhile, the homes still sit, empty windows staring out through the overgrown brush and trees.

I took a little walk through them today. They are still BEAUTIFUL inside. Lovely cabinetry, tons of shelves and storage and counters and built ins. Window treatments, custom paint, gorgeous tile work and medallion entryways - lots and lots of upgrades. These are 3, and 4, and 5 bedroom homes for sale.

If you are looking for a beautiful home at unheard of prices, you should look at this neighborhood. The homes that ARE finished in this community are well kept and gracious. There are mountain views. Walking paths. Freeway access 5 minutes away.

City hall, police department, public library, community park with pool - all within 2 minutes. Marana Middle School and Elementary school are just a few blocks down the road.

As we recover, the community WILL grow. A Fry's is planned. An new elementary school is planned. Across the street, some of the hardier, national builders are going at breakneck speed again.

The builder in this community has made plans to come back and finish building out the development.

Square foot prices sold on average for less than $90 in this area of town. These are gorgeous, custom homes. If you'd like a closer look, give me a call or send an email. I'd like to chase the ghosts away and have some REAL neighbors. :)

They are short sales, but I have experienced with distressed market homes and have my SFR designation. I've represented both buyers AND sellers in this type of transaction, and know the seller's agent has had plenty of experience herself.

Working together, we can secure some closure on this community, and a heck of a bargain for you. Give me a call. I'd be happy to show you the neighborhood.

Looking for a DEAL of a Home in Gladden Farms, Marana AZ?

Gladden Farms is a beautiful, growing, master-planned community.

You can see photos in any of my Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ, A Pictorial Walk Along the Pathways Parts 1,2, or 3

Currently, there are 11 REO/foreclosed homes on the market available, ranging in price from $132,000 for over 1500 sq. feet and three bedrooms - to a two story, 3 bedroom home for $202,500 that features over 2,700 sq. feet.

Contact me if you'd like a list of available homes emailed to you today, or to set an appointment to discuss your next home purchase in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ or surrounding community at www.SWDesertHomes.com.

If you are unsure of your purchasing power, what monthly payments might be, or how to take advantage of today's low interest rates, I'm happy to help.

If you'd like more information on how to purchase an REO property, or question what exactly is a short sale, let's set up an appointment to discuss these details.

Now is the time to buy, the interest rates are low, the inventory is full, and beautiful homes await you in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ and other neighboring subdivisions such as Rancho Marana and San Lucas, Marana.

Let's buy a home together!

Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ - June Market Statistics - Homes for Sale

Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ 3 month window 3/15/10 - 6/13/10

102 listings on the market
37 active homes for sale in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ (available)
8 active capa (will accept a higher/better offer)
14 active contingent (have offers accepted, contingent on perhaps financing, inspection, appraisal, etc)
7 pending (just waiting to close)
of the 102 homes on the market that are active to closed, 22 are or were new construction

Builders in Gladden Farm, Marana, AZ:
Richmond American, Pulte, Lennar, Miramonte, Hillcraft

Subdivision homes were built starting in 2005, so most houses are no older than 5 years
Sizes range from 1256 to 3683 sq. feet with 6 bedrooms
Lot sizes from .13 to .28 acres

Prices on the market right now range from $109,000 for 1265 sq. feet, and the most expensive sold for $238,000 for 3683 sq. feet

Averages per square foot for the different categories include:

active listings $91.30
active capa 77.05
contingent 83.17
pending 94.66
closed $84.34

Right now there is about a 6 month inventory available

Neighborhood factors:

Homes are frame stucco, 1 and 2 story

Contemporary style with 2 or 3 car attached garages, tile roof, block fences

Sewer and water is connected, with low care front yards on irrigation drip

HOA fees average around $63 monthly

Many, but not all homes have Gas available

Community amenities include parks, greenbelts, putting green fitness trail, jogging and bike paths, horseshoes, basketball, landscaping of common areas and some theme trees

Close proximity to Gladden Farms Community Park, Heritage River Park, Ora Mae Harn Community Park with public pool, Marana Town Hall, Rodeo Grounds, Pima County Library and more

Color photos of the area available at Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ - A Pictorial Walk Along the Pathways, Part 1, 2, and 3

If you would like more information on Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ, Tucson, Oro Valley, or Vail, please give me a call or send me an email. I'd be happy to assist you in your Arizona home search or home sale!

Gladden Farms, Marana AZ - Summer Food Donation Drive

Every so often I run across a little blurb about somebody local doing something good, and I wanted to share this story with the "world-at-large". I received my Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ, HOA May-June Newsletter on June 9th this issue (I guess it was a mail mix-up) and called the family to see about their event and make sure it was still going on. I hope most people got their circular earlier, because there were a LOT of Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ events going on in May, and many more planned for over the summer.

I gave then a call, and confirmed that Leah and her family are running a food-collection drive May through July, and maybe longer if there's a good response, and need the involvement of the residents of Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ. On the 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month, non-perishable food items can be left in a bag on or by your mailbox. Leah and her family are driving down each and every street, starting at 4 p.m. in the Cottonwood subdivision, (parcel 2 of the Gladden Farms, Marana AZ community) and then will take your donations to the Marana Food Bank. The donation is given in the name of Gladden Farms.

How cool is that? Food banks in Tucson suffer during the summer months - the winter visitors are gone and donations always seem to level out. Here's an opportunity to give, and you need venture no further than your mailbox!

Leah and her husband hope that this spirit of giving creates a pay-it-forward attitude in their children and a community awareness for activity and involvement. Isn't there a saying, "Charity begins at home"? They are hoping this food collection drive will inspire others to donate whatever they can: Time, money, un-used household items, and of course, non-perishable items.

Please take this opportunity to open your pantry for the recipients of the Marana Food Bank. Leah and her family are here to make it easier for you.

If you have any questions, or would like to help donate, please give me a call or send an email I would be happy to put you in touch with Leah, or have the family contact you.