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About Sparks' Vista's

~The Vistas ~ Sparks, Nevada~

Terrie Leighton REALTOR® 775-846-5424 Northern Nevada Real Estate: Real Estate Agent in Sparks, NV

The Vistas were built in the late 1990's and consist of approximately 1470 single family homes located in the Spanish Springs Area of Sparks, Nevada. Residents who live in this area enjoy beautiful views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, views of Reno, Sparks and the Spanish Springs Valley.

Amenities in this neighborhood include paved walking paths, maintained common areas, public parks, an annual picnic to "get to know your neighbors" sponsored by the Vistas Home Owner's Association.

Single story and two story homes make up the Vistas neighborhood. Two story homes offer 4 and 5 bedrooms, 2 and 3 bathrooms, loft areas, walk in closets, walk in pantries, double ovens, dining rooms, living rooms, family rooms, retreats, laundry rooms and 3 car garages.

The most recent two story home sold for $369,000 in October, 2008. Currently, there are three similar models listed in the Northern Nevada Regional Multiple Listing Service (NNRMLS).

Single story homes range from 3 & 4 bedrooms, 3 car garages, 2 & 3 bathrooms, great rooms, breakfast nooks, walk in closets, laundry rooms. There are 4 to 5 different single story floor plans to choose from.

Most the the homes in the Vistas sit on lot sizes ranging from 9,000 to 14,000  square feet. Many homes are located in cul-de-sac's and have unobstructed views of the mountains and/or valley

According to the NNRMLS, 13 homes were sold in the Vistas in 2008 with an average price of $299,000.

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School aged children living in the Vistas attend the following schools:

Bud Beasely Elementary School~ 2100 Canyon Pkwy, Sparks, NV 89436 ~ 775-626-5250

Mendive Middle School ~ 1900 Whitewood Drive, Sparks, NV 89434 ~ 775-353-5990

Reed High School ~1350 Baring Blvd., Sparks, NV ~ 775-353-5700

To learn more about the Washoe County School District in Northern Nevada, click here.

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Like to Ski? Want to learn how?

The Mt. Rose Ski Resort is a local favorite. It is close, convenient and affordable. Call 1-800-Ski-Rose for all the latest snow information, pricing and times.

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The following is a list of information that may be useful when moving to the Spark's area.

City of Sparks 775-353-2350

City of Sparks Police Department 775-353-2231

City of Sparks Fire Department 775-353-2231

Sierra Pacifie Power Company (NV Energy) 775-834-4011

Truckee Meadows Water Authority 775-834-8080

Waste Management 775-329-8822

Charter Communications 1-888-438-2427

Dish Network of Sparks, Nevada 1-800-381-4498

United States Post Office 775-626-6860

Reno Gazette Journal 775-788-6200

Sparks Tribune 775-358-8061

 To learn more about this neighborhood, or any other area in the Reno/Sparks areas, please feel free to contact me at 775-846-5424. I will be happy to assist you with all of your questions and real estate needs.

About The Author

Terrie Leighton is a Northern Nevada Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Reno – Sparks metro area; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.

To find all available homes for sale in the Reno - Sparks area of Northern Nevada, please visit http://www.servingrenoandsparks.com/

Terrie Leighton. Call me TODAY at (775)685-7788

Email me with your Reno - Sparks area questions

 

Authored by Terrie Leighton. January 2009. Terrie is a licensed real estate agent with Ferrari-Lund Real Estate in Northern Nevada. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

 

 

 

 

Liberty Hill Estates, Northern Nevada Neighborhood of the Week!

Terrie Leighton REALTOR® 775-846-5424 Northern Nevada Real Estate: Real Estate Agent in Sparks, NV

Liberty Hill Estates, Sparks, Nevada

Welcome to Liberty Hill Estates!

This popular Sparks, Nevada neighborhood was developed in the early 2000,s by Centex Homes. Liberty Hill Estates is a small community of homes located high above East Sparks, Nevada.

This is a picture taken from the deck of one of the homes in Liberty Hill Estates. This is a picture of the Sparks Marina Park.

What makes Liberty Hill Estates so popular?

The majority of homes overlook the breathtaking beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

The close proximity to schools and parks.

The convenience of close shopping and dining.

The quick, easy access to Interstate 80 and the Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

The design of the homes themselves.

Housing:

Liberty Hill Estate Home with walk-out basement.

There are seven different floor plans in this community. The single story homes offer three bedrooms, three car garages and over 1500 square feet.

The two-story homes offer three and four bedrooms, two and three bedroom, three car garages, bonus rooms and plenty of storage.

There are homes that have walk-out basements that range from four to five bedrooms. These homes have many different options inside. From large bonus rooms to large master suites. These homes range from 2800 square feet to 3700 square feet.

Recent sale prices have ranged from the low $300,000 to the upper $500,000. Currently, there are several homes available in this price range.

If you are interested in buying a home in Liberty Hill Estates or would like detailed information on a market plan for selling your Liberty Hill Estate home, please contact me, Terrie Leighton, Ferrari-Lund Real Estate. As your Northern Nevada residential specialist, I'd be happy to help you meet your real estate goals.