About Parker's Canterberry

Canterberry Crossing Homes For Sale. See below for all the homes currently for sale in Canterberry Crossing. Canterberry Crossing has the Black Bear private Golf Course and brand new clubhouse. The community pool and location in Parker is ideal. Homes are priced from the low $300's to over $500,000. Home sites with big views of the Front Range and golf course are easily found.

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Real Estate Market Report for Canterberry Crossing and Villages of Parker.

Report dates: January 1, 1010 to October 31, 2010.

(All homes sold and closed between these dates but may not include FSBO or some new home build models.)

If you do not know Canterberry and The Villages of Parker are two of Parker's largest and most desirable neighborhoods. The reason I'm showing this spreadsheet at one neighborhood is because even though they are two different neighborhoods buyers typically cannot tell the difference.

If you are going to seller your home wouldn't it be nice to use a Realtor that actually knows your neighborhood? Call Steven Beam at 303-941-4663 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-941-4663 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or EMAIL Steve for a meeting.

• Total Homes Sold = 98
• Average Sales Price = $319,695
• Average Days on Market = 92
• Highest Sales Price = $548,400
• Lowest Sales Price = $139,125
• Average Price Per SQFT = $135
  

Previous Market Reports for these Parker Colorado Neighborhoods:

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Reposted from Jeanie Reed's Blog on Trulia.com

The Do's

• Do plan your project carefully.
• Do shop around before hiring a contractor.
• Do get a least three written bids on your project.
• Do provide all contractors with accurate plans or drawings that will enable them to determine the scope and cost of work when requesting bids.
• Do check with the Contractors State License Board to make sure the contractor is properly licensed, and to check the status and disciplinary history of the license.
• Do check out contractors with your local building department, trade associations or unions, consumer protection agency, and the Better Business Bureau.
• Do look at the work the contractor has completed.
• Do ask your contractor to furnish a completion or contract bond.
• Do consult with more than one lending institution regarding the type of loan to obtain.
• Do make sure your contract provides for a retention, a percentage of each payment or of the total job, ordinarily 10%, which you retain until the job is completed.
• Do make sure everything you and your contractor have agreed to is included in your contract, and don't sign anything until you understand and agree with all terms.
• Do keep a job file.
• Do make sure you receive unconditional lien releases from subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Do make frequent inspections of the work, including a final walk-through.
• Do consult an attorney if a mechanics' lien is filed against your property.
• Do negotiate with the contractor first if problems or disagreements occur.

The Don'ts

• Don't be fooled or pressured by a smooth-talking salesperson.
• Don't sign anything until you completely understand it and agree to the terms.
• Don't pay cash with a proper receipt.
• Don't let your payments get ahead of the contractor's completed work.
• Don't hesitate to ask questions of the contractor.
• Don't make final payment until you are satisfied with the job.
• Don't make agreements with subcontractors or workers without consulting the prime contractor.

If you're considering a remodeling project for your home in Castle Rock or house in Centennial Colorado, we have a list of contractors that have been successfully used by agents in our office which we will be glad to share with you. Contact me through this website.

Marianne Bandy
The Bandy Team
RE/MAX Professionals
Englewood, CO
303-746-7799

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No matter whether you love or hate math we all love to look at the REAL numbers for homes sold in our particular neighborhood. Below you will see a serious look at the numbers for Canterberry Crossing and The Villages of Parker in this real estate market report. All the homes sold in Canterberry or The Villages of Parker will be represented here UNLESS it was a FSBO. For Sale by Owner or an outside non-MLS builder sale. There are a very, very few of these in Canterberry or The Villages of Parker since the neighborhoods are both nearly sold out. See every home CURRENTLY for sale in Canterberry Crossing and The Villages of Parker. Full Spreadsheet Here! Steven Beam is a Parker Colorado CRS Real Estate Broker. This will be a comparison between the sales from January 1, 2010 to June 1, 2010 and ALL of 2009 sales .

• Homes Sold in 2009 = 117 versus 50 for the first half of 2010.
• Average Days on Market in 2009 = 100 versus 79 DOM in the first half of 2010.
• Average Original Asking Price in 2009 = $349,208 versus $330,039 in 2010 so far. Original asking price means BEFORE any price reductions.
• Average Asking Price at Time of Sale for 2009 = $ 328,459 versus $311,716 for the first half of 2010.
• Average NET Sold Price for 2009 = $325,014 vs $312,772 for 2010. NET sales price is what the seller received after any seller concessions to the buyer.
• Average $ Per Sqft Sold in 2009 = $136 vs $134 in 2010. Price per sqft is figured on the sqft above ground not the basement.
• Average NET Sales Price vs Average Original Asking Price 2009 = 93.07 vs 94.77 - Tells us sellers are now pricing homes more in line with the market. A little more anyway.
• Lowest NET Sales Price in 2009 = $180,000 vs $204,900 in 2010.
• Highest NET Sales Price in 2009 = $625,000 vs $515,000 so far in 2010.
• Total NET Volume Sold in 2009 = $38,026,693 vs $15,638,583 for the first half of 2010.

Basically even though the market seems to be moving right along in 2010 (especially before April 30th when the tax credit was in play) this shows us that so far Canterberry and The Villages of Parker are a little behind 2009 at least for now. We will see what happens over the next 6 months.

While your first thought when considering the Denver real estate market isn't likely to be the possibility of flooding, it is something to think about when purchasing a home. Historically, the most extreme flooding in the Denver area occurred in 1965. In June of that year, the flood of the South Platte River caused over $540 million in damage, and spread to over a quarter million acres of farmland. On a positive note, the South Platte River flood led to construction of the Chatfield Dam, and municipalities all along the river worked hard to turn it into the beautiful greenbelt it is today. Even though this kind of flooding is relatively rare for our area, knowing whether your home is in a flood zone and what risks you might be facing just makes sense. But what is the best way for you to find out if your home (or a home you're considering buying) lies in a flood zone?

To assist you, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has created a very convenient and easy-to-use tool to help you quickly and easily make this determination. FEMA's website includes a flood map search feature. Simply enter an address, and you'll be presented with a detailed street map with clear lines indicating whether the address lies in a flood zone. You can also zoom out and see an entire map of the area. Keep in mind that a lower degree of risk for flooding means a lower flood insurance premium. Also, be aware that most homeowners' insurance policies do not cover damages caused by flooding; you'll need to know whether you're in a flood zone to determine whether you should apply for separate flood insurance.

Although you may think your risk is low, the fact is that more than 25% of all flood insurance claims come from areas which are considered "low" to "moderate" risk. Learn about possible risks, then make sound financial decisions to ensure the safety of your property and your assets.

If you're considering becoming a Denver home buyer, take a few moments to determine whether the home you're considering lies in a flood zone, and know with certainty if you'll need flood insurance. Contact your local Denver area real estate experts for assistance and to learn more about your options. We are ready to help you in every way. Ownership in and protection of a home are both enduring investments; let the Bandy Team help you find the perfect home for you!

Marianne Bandy

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