Laura Barron - d + b real estate - Collin County Texas & Beyond

Here's a snapshot of how the real estate in the McKinney, TX neighborhood of Stone Brooke Crossing fared for December 2010.

The month ended with 7 Active listings (available):

508 Crutcher Crossing, 1,722 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $150,000
512 Rock Ridge Way 2,631 sqft, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, $214,900
5432 Pebble Ct 1,838 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $158,000 Reduced $154,000
5433 Pebble Ct 2,105 sqft,3 BR, 2 BA, $169,500 Reduced $165,000
5521 Broken Bend 2,095 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $186,500 Reduced $169,500
501 Winding Lane 2,313 sqft, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, $199,900
5308 Rolling Rock 3,304 sqft, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, $238,000

1 OPTION listing:

5620 Turtle Way 2.105 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $179,220 Reduced $159,900

1 LEASE listing:

217 S. Village 1,761 sqft, 3 BR, 2.0 BA, $1,400/Month REDUCED $1,275/Month

Did you know that the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary is right here in McKinney. It is located near Highway 5 and Country Club Rd in Northeast McKinney.

Next week, if you aren't headed out of town, would be a great time to get the kids out of the house and take advantage of Dinosaurs Live!

What is Dinosaurs Live? Encounter the ever-popular 46-foot T-Rex and eight new life-size animatronic dinosaurs along nature trails. The exhibit always gives families and friends a fun, educational activity to enjoy together and a unique family outing during the holidays! Visitors can even schedule guided tours.

See all nine dinosaurs of Dinosaurs Live! move and hear them roar! Families will enjoy capturing memories as they pose with photo op dinosaurs along the trail. The Dinosaurs Live! trail is jogging-stroller friendly.

Dinosaurs Live will be on display until January 31st.

Another popular exhibit you can visit is BUGS! What is BUGS? The exhibit features more than twenty-five species of invertebrates including ants, scorpions, mantises and dozens of others from the world of itsy-bitsy, creepy-crawly and sluggy-buggy. BUGS is truly a "bug zoo" showcasing live arthropods both native and exotic. Staged in Mayan Ruins, this exhibit perfectly highlights the particular influence of bugs on human culture. Whether you love bugs or hate them, you'll find these creatures fascinating. Investigate what you have heard about the invertebrate world by exploring such creatures as giant beetles, checkered cockroaches and enormous stick insects.

BUGS will be on display until May 15th.

It is a great way to spend a day and educational to boot!

Cost:Adults $9, Seniors and kids 3-12 $6, Prices subject to change!

This past Sunday, our church held it's yearly mission emphasis Sunday called The Gift. Thousands of packets of food called "Mix a Meal's" were packed for the GAIN-Global Aid Network ministry that feeds poverty stricken people across the world. Dozens of people gave blood. People sorted seeds to send to people across the world to grow a garden. People donated their hair for Pink Hearts Funds. Our church even started an adoption ministry! And, families brought their Operation Christmas Child boxes.

In the service you were able to listen to the most amazing college aged girl give her testimony during the church service. Her name is Oksana Nelson and she used to be a Russian orphan.

Oksana Nelson

Oksana's Family

Quail Creek in Stonebridge Ranch is one of the original developments built in the late 1980's. Darling homes is the primary builder. Enjoy the many luxuries that Stonebridge Ranch offers to its homeowners:

* Over 20 lakes/ponds stocked with Bass and Catfish on a catch and release program.

* Aquatic Center - junior Olympic size 1-shaped pool.

* Beach & Tennis Club - 1/2 acre swim lagoon and sand beach, sand volleyball court, lighted tennis courts, a playground area, basketball court, and paddleboat rentals.

* Hike & Bike Trails - miles of beautifully landscaped hike and bike trails feature PAR workout stations, as well as lighted tunnels under major roadways

* The country club offers an 18-hole Dye golf course, 27 hole Hills course and Country Club; and the 18-hole WestRidge public daily fee course.

Quail Creek Market Stats: April 2010-October 2010

Homes range in size between 1,505-2,330 square feet.

Sales Price $120,560 - $188,900

Homes are on the market an average of 63 days.

The average price per square foot is $79.46

There are currently 10 active listings available for purchase and two under contract pending closing.

The 10 available homes range in price between $134,900-$229,900

The average available square footage ranges between 1,525-2,406 square feet

Call the Barron-Daugherty Team today at 972-838-5394 to see one of these great homes or we can help you sell your home.

Here's a snapshot of how the real estate in Stone Brooke Crossing fared for September 2010.

The month ended with 9 Active listings (available):

5432 Pebble Ct 1,838 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $158,000 Reduced $155,495
5532 Amber Way 2,102 sqft, 4 BR, 2 BA, $172,000 Reduced $169,500
5433 Pebble Ct 2,105 sqft,3 BR, 2 BA, $169,500 Seller offering $4500 kitchen allowance with acceptable offer.
5521 Broken Bend 2,095 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $186,500 Reduced $174,500
5620 Turtle Way 2.105 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $179,220
5300 Rolling Rock 2,369 sqft, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, $184,900 Reduced $179,900
5528 Broken Bend 2,313 sqft, 4 BR, 3.5 BA, $189,000
5304 Sandstone Lane 2,390 sqft, 4 BR, 2 BA, $229,800 REDUCED $189,000
5200 Rolling Rock 3,175 sqft, 4 BR, 3.5 BA, $229,900

1 OPTION listing: (inspection period)

217 S. Village 1,761 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $154,900

1 PENDING listing: (awaiting closing)

501 Rock Ridge Way 1,838 sqft, 3 BR, 2 BA, $159,500

2 SOLD listings: (New owners)

Home 1: 2176 sqft, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, $184,550
Home 2: 2558 sqft, 4 BR, 3 BA, $194,000

1 LEASED listing:

Home 1: 2,642 sqft, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, $1,800/Month

Do you need a McKinney Realtor that specializes in Stone Brooke Crossing? Call or Email us today! The market is right for buyers that qualify - low interest rates are drawing out the serious home buyers. Get your home on the market.