$100K & UnderAcreageBuild Your Custom HomeMountain ViewOur ListingsRathdrumRathdrum ListingsSelkirk Meadows May 31, 2012

BUILD your Custom 5+ Acre Estate: Selkirk Meadows Acreage Prices starting at $69,000

Build Your Custom Estate

in Selkirk Meadows on approximately 5 Acres

Prices start at $69,900

Live, play, work, grow in Selkirk Meadows, a community which embraces ancient ideals:

Love for Nature and Respect for Neighbors.

Revel in panoramic Rathdrum Mountain views from any of the 30+ parcels in this well-planned development.

Community Mindset…Environmental Integrity.

  • First-Class Infrastructure includes
  1. all-underground utilities,
  2. low-fee hook-up for public water
  3. pre-approved septic.
  • Easy Access to equestrian activities, lakes, rivers, national forests, & city amenities.

Builder Packages available, or bring your own builder.

Prices Start at $69,900

Call

Randy Oetken

of

Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty

today:

208-660-0518

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$200K - $300KAcreageAspen HomesBuild Your Custom HomeCraftsmanCurb AppealNew ConstructionOur ListingsPrice ReductionPricingRathdrumRathdrum ListingsSelkirk MeadowsView Property March 29, 2012

Just Listed: Aspen Homes presents The Silver Creek to be built in Selkirk Meadows

THE SILVER CREEK

to be built on

5.74 acres in new Selkirk Meadows

Pride of ownership starts at the curb in this distinctive home by Aspen.

Superior Curb appeal is Aspen’s Signature.

Handsome Timber, Shake & Stone accents echo North Idaho’s rugged, natural ethos.

 

THE SILVER CREEK envisions

2006sf      3BR/2BA

  • Single Level living    PLUS    2nd Level Bonus area
  • Spacious Kitchen with Island Breakfast Bar & Pantry
  • Open Great Room & Dining area
  • Master Suite featuring a large Walk-in Closet
  • Covered Front Porch
  • Attached 2 Car Garage
  • Possible additional Basement Option

$269,000

Call

Randy Oetken

of

Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty

for more details:

208-660-0518

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$200K - $300KAcreageBuild Your Custom HomeCraftsmanCurb AppealKootenai CountyNew ConstructionOur ListingsPricingRathdrumRathdrum ListingsSave MoneyView Property March 28, 2012

North Idaho Real Estate: Compare Then Save! Build Your Brand New Craftsman Home on 5 Acres in 2012

Let Joe the Builder

Build your Dream Home in 2012!

Imagine your BRAND NEW home on 5 Acres in Selkirk Meadows featuring that irresistible Craftsman curb appeal.

3BR/2BA , 1818 sq ft

4.9 Acres in Selkirk Meadows

Whopping List of Amenities:

Central Air Gas Fireplace Formal Dining room

Covered Deck & Patio LANDSCAPING & SPRINKLER SYSTEM!

Other lots and floor plans are available. Compare and save!

This Craftsman Style floor plan on A9 Flatwoods Lane:

$249,000

What is a Craftsman Style home?

According to American Bungalow magazine, classic Craftsman homes usually have these features:

– street-facing gables with composition or shingled roofs

– wide overhanging eaves

-a deep porch

-dark wood paneling

-a large fireplace

-an arched opening that separated the living room and dining room

-built-in cabinetry in the dining room and kitchen

In addition, Craftsman homes are low-slung bungalows. Many of these homes make extensive use of local wood and stone to emphasize the importance of nature.

Arts and Crafts era charm…no remodeling required!

Classic Design, Current Amenities! This gorgeous Craftsman Style 3 Bedroom 2 Bath home will feature Fine finishes, the warm ambiance of Craftman design & Curb Appeal in spades!

Joe Rumore, President of JLR Developments, prides himself on the Quality and Energy Efficiency of every home he builds.

Check it out at http://www.realestate-browser.com/viewdetails.php?nid=81041&mls=12-1742

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Randy Oetken

of

Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty

today:

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New Construction in lovely Selkirk Meadows development. Gorgeous single level Craftsman Style rancher to be built on 4.9 acres. Includes granite counters, hardwood flooring, tile, gas fireplace, master suite, covered front porch and covered back patio. NIBCA Builder.

Call

Randy Oetken

of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty today:

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AcreageLandLandOur ListingsPhotographsPricingRathdrumRathdrum ListingsUnder $150 KUnder $150 KUnder $150,000View Property March 16, 2012

North Idaho Real Estate: Build Your 5 Acre Estate in Selkirk Meadows

Seller May Carry Contract!

Build your Custom Estate in Selkirk Meadows on approximately 5 Acres

Prices start at $69,900

Live, play, work, grow in Selkirk Meadows, a community which embraces ancient ideals:

Love for Nature and Respect for Neighbors.

Revel in panoramic Rathdrum Mountain views from any of the 30+ parcels in this well-planned development.

Community Mindset…Environmental Integrity.

Mountain Views in a natural woodland setting Rural, Naturally Treed acreage with native wildlife & vegetation.
First-Class Infrastructure includes all-underground utilities, low-fee hook-up for public water & pre-approved septic.
Easy Access to equestrian activities, lakes, rivers, national forests, & city amenities.
Builder Packages available, or bring your own builder.

Prices Start at $69,900

Call

Randy Oetken

of

Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty

today:

208-660-0518

Check it out at

www.RealEstate-Browser.com

Text SELK to 72727

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AcreageBuild Your Custom HomeCurb AppealhomeHome OwnershipKootenai CountyNew ConstructionOur ListingsPhotographsRathdrumRathdrum ListingsReal Estate March 31, 2011

Presenting ‘The Bridger’ by Rosenberger Construction

The name “BRIDGER” calls forth images of rugged mountain peaks of Yellowstone or Montana, or of the great Jim Bridger, legendary Mountain Man of the Wild West.

Open living space, fresh air & rugged mountain peaks are what inspired Rosenberger Construction, the designers and builders of THE BRIDGER.

 

You and your guests will have room to gather in the spacious well-equipped Kitchen with Island, as well as in the open-air patio, serving as a popular gathering spot adjacent to the Great Room & Dining Areas for beautiful flexibility.

 

 

Spacious Master Suite with Walk-in Closet and 2 additional bedrooms, Low-maintenance Hardiplank Siding, finished 2 Car Garage & handsome Masonry Accents satisfy your needs for convenience and rugged beauty.

Enjoy Rathdrum Mountain views from many indoor & outdoor vantage points of your 4.6 Acre parcel.  Selkirk Meadows is a new kind of neighborhood, dedicated to the twin ideals of environmental conservation and respect for neighbors.

Respect & appreciation for the Nature’s rugged Mountain Wild:
the essence of THE BRIDGER ideal.

Call Randy Oetken of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty to inquire about inhabiting your space in the woodlands at the foot of Rathdrum Mountain.

208-660-0518

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AcreageBuild Your Custom HomeCurb AppealhomeHome OwnershipKootenai CountyNew ConstructionOur ListingsRathdrumRathdrum ListingsReal EstateVideo March 31, 2011

VIRTUAL TOUR: Selkirk Meadows Homes by Rosenberger Construction

NOW is a great time to build! 


Rosenberger Construction will build your Custom Estate in 2011.

Call Randy Oetken of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty to review floorplans for The Bridger, The Sequoia and The Madison.

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Take a Virtual Tour of Rathdrum’s Premier Neighborhood, Selkirk Meadows

AcreageBuild Your Custom HomeCurb AppealhomeHome OwnershipIdahoKootenai CountyNew ConstructionOur ListingsPhotographsRathdrumRathdrum ListingsReal EstateWindermere March 31, 2011

Presenting ‘The Madison’ by Rosenberger Construction

If you decide to build, you want a home that reflects who you really are and the life that you really want to live.

THE MADISON, by Rosenberger Construction  accommodates your lifestyle.

The social ‘you’ needs a home that helps you welcome your friends and family. With a spacious Kitchen, open-concept Great Room, Covered Front Porch and Covered Back Patio, this home is an hospitable space to receive your guests.

Also on the main level, the Office and Laundry room help minimize the hassles of the daily grind, like tele-commuting, bill-paying and doing laundry.

 

THE MADISON honors your need for solitude in the 2nd floor Master Suite. Additional 2 bedrooms & bath let you remain close to the ones who need you.

Low-maintenance Hardiplank Siding, finished 2 Car Garage & handsome Masonry Accents satisfy your needs for convenience and pride of ownership.

After all, your home is a reflection of you.
This 2155 sq ft classic will serve you in classic style for years to come.

Call Randy Oetken of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty
to inquire about this

3BR/2.5BA home
to be built on 4.8 acres
in incomparable Selkirk Meadows

208-660-0518

Randy@RealEstate-Browser.com

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AcreageBuild Your Custom HomeCoeur d'Alene ListingsHaydenHayden ListingsHome ImprovementHome OwnershipNew ConstructionOur ListingsRathdrumRathdrum ListingsReal Estate January 27, 2011

On The Level: Hire the Right Contractor!

Here’s another great article from our friends at Hibbard Construction, offering 
valuable advice on on hiring and working with contractors.

Considering a home remodel in the near future?  If you are thinking of hiring a contractor to do the job for you, it is important to have a plan before you embark on your home improvement journey. 

It is no secret that the success of any home remodel project will depend significantly on qualified craftsmen, quality materials and an experienced contractor that can adequately deal with the unforeseen obsticals that almost always arise during these projects. 

To ensure the most affordable and succesful outcome, it is vitally important to hire the best contractor for your project. Follow these steps to help you select the right contractor for the job.

Do your homework…
Start by getting written detailed bids from three reputable contractors. When comparing bids, make sure you are comparing apples to apples and not apples to oranges.  It is in your best interest to ask lots of questions. This is where you will flush out the details that are most important in identifying the specifics of your project and the scope of work the potential contractor can perform. 

Don’t assume that the lowest bid is the best deal.  Differences in materials will have a huge impact on the price of your project.  Make certain your bids are based on the same quality materials.  Also take into consideration the time frame it will take to complete the project.  There is nothing more frustrating than a project that takes longer to complete than originally anticipated.

Verify that the contractor’s license is active and check to see that the contractor is in good standing with the Bureau of Occupational Licenses. You can visit the web site at www.ibol.idaho.gov to see if your contractor is in good standing or has had complaints, liens or other derogatory claims filed against them.

Ask for and then check references. Look at other jobs the contractor has completed. Ask if you can speak directly to past clients.  Are they current with their vendors?  How long have they been in business?  Longevity is a good indicator that a contractor is good at what they do and that they conduct business with honesty and integrity.

Ask the contractor questions…
Do they have the experience and expertise to do the work you want done?  Ask for past examples similar to the type of project you are considering.  What makes them qualified to do this type of work.

Who will do the actual work: the contractor, subcontractors, or employees?  Desirable results are most often achieved if the contractor has his own employees on the job site.  Quality control is easier achieved in this manner.  If some of the work is to be performed by a subcontractor, ask how long that contractor has been doing business with the sub.  Be sure to ask for references and check to see if the subcontractor is in good standing with the Bureau of Occupational Licenses.

Other important questions to ask are: who is responsible for obtaining any necessary building permits?  Are architectural plans necessary for this project? How many other jobs will the contractor be working on at the same time as yours? 

It is important to know what written warranties are offered.  These can vary from project to project. If you plan on purchasing appliances, tubs, sinks and miscellaneous hardware for the project, are warranties available for those items, too? 

Lastly, it is important to know who you can call if you have questions or concerns during the project.  Is there a foreman or superintendent that can address concerns and is easy to contact?

Ask yourself…
Can I communicate with this contractor? Communication is vital during the project.  If the contractor cannot communicate before a contract is even agreed upon, the likelihood of having successful communications during the project is pretty slim.  Important decisions will be hard to make during the project process.  This can lead to a stressful home life during the project, and the overall project outcome may be less than desirable.

Does this contractor seem honest and forthright?  Is he looking out for your best interest?  A good contractor will tell you if your home improvement project is an over-improvement.  They will keep in mind that a good return on investment is key to keeping the value of your home in line with the surrounding homes in the neighborhood.

Do I have reasonable expectations, including being prepared for unexpected costs and delays?  This is a tricky one — Depending on the age of your home and the scope of work being performed, the unexpected can take a project in an entirely different direction.  It is important that a contractor keeps this in mind and communicates any unusual circumstances immediately and thoroughly to the homeowner.

A carefully written contract includes at least…
A list of materials to be used including quality, quantity, weight, color, size, brand names, etc. It is important and it needs to be concise in order to clarify the scope of work to be performed. 

A list of allowance items and the budgeted amount should be included as well. An allowance is a specific amount of money to buy items not yet selected. When these items (such as light fixtures) exceed the allowance, the homeowner pays the additional amount.

Agree in advance to a payment schedule that coincides with work as it is completed.  Be sure that your contract contains an agreement that the contractor and the homeowner will sign all “change orders”.  Each change order should be dated and include the nature and cost of the change. The change order will include who is responsible for any additional cost.

Workmanship warranties and specifically what they cover are also important to have outlined in your contract.  We live in an imperfect world and sometimes things don’t always work they way in which they were intended.  If it’s a manufacturing defect, does the manufacturer cover it?  A reputable contractor will use materials that have these types of warranties and provide warranties for work performed by his crew.

Start and completion dates are also important to include in your contract.  This is your insurance that the project will be completed in a timely manner.  If the completion date changes because of unforeseen obstacles, a change order should be created depicting the change.  Then a new completion date should be set.

And finally, the total price of the project should be clearly outlined in the contract as well.  A thorough contractor will create a budget for the entire project and operate within those amounts.  A detailed list of all expenses is important in understanding the entire scope of work being contracted. It helps both the homeowner and contractor keep the project on track financially.

With our extensive knowledge of the building industry, impressive list of professionals whom we’ve come to trust over the years, and expertise in guiding our clients through all kinds of Real Estate transactions, we are uniquely qualified to help you build your home.  

As REALTORS®, we’ll help you through every phase of building your new house, so you can build your life.  We can help you find Builders, Floorplans, and Land for your Dream Home or Estate.

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