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South TexasProperties

Helpful information for homebuyers:Modern styling, technology help refresh home p. 3Smart ‘green’options that help save green p. 14

Another local publication byReal Hometown Media LLCPublishers of alice24-7.com, a Magazine, Coastal Bend Traveler

Vol. 19, Issue 11

This beautiful home featured on Page 12

This home featured on Page 8This home featured on Page 4

The Official Publication of the Alice Board of Realtors.

November 18, 2013

FREE

www.southtxproperties.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTSREAL Estate Offices/Agents

ADONAI K. Stewart Realty ....................................... p. 9

Bruce Menking ............................................................ p. 8

Carlisle Realty .............................................................. p. 6

Century 21 Hallmark Real Estate .................... p. 12-14

Cynthia Carrasco ........................................................ p. 3

Paragon Properties ...................................................p. 10

Risinger Realty ........................................................... p. 5

Watkins Realty ...........................................................p. 15

Services

Jim Dean Homes .......................................................p. 16

Edwards Furniture ...................................................... p. 7

Jesse’s Roofing ............................................................p. 11

Lawn Service ..............................................................p. 11

Insurance, Banking & Finance

Capital Farm Credit ................................................... p. 7

Texas Champion Bank ............................................... p. 5

Raul Ramirez (State Farm) ....................................... p. 7

Abstract & Title

Stewart Title ................................................................ p. 3

Guaranty Title & Abstract ......................................p. 11

Nicole D. Perez Owner/Publisher

Anthony MorrisPublisher Emeritus

South TexasProperties

Brenda PoeGraphics

Aaron LopezSales

Vickie CummingsSales

Lisa KettemanData Entry

Real Hometown Media, LLC201 East Main Street, Alice, Texas, 78332

361668-6397 (Ph) 361664-3875 (FX) South Texas Properties is the official real estate guide for the

Alice Board of Realtors. We invite you to travel through these pages as you look for that new piece of heaven on earth that will be your dream home.

For nearly 20 years, South Texas Properties has been bring-ing buyers and sellers together. Real Hometown Media, LLC, (RHM) continues the tradition of providing quality listings and important information about buying and selling property in our area. A brand new website for southtxproperties.com is now available online and features many tools for those wishing to purchase a home.

RHM currently produces Alice24-7.com print and online, “a” Magazine and the Coastal Bend Traveler in addition to South Texas Properties. Additionally, we offer quality commer-cial printing, marketing services, Website development and di-rect mail all at affordable prices. Look for a new issue of South Texas Properties each month and remember to always consult a Realtor before buying or selling any property.

Publisher’s notice: All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination be-cause of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

Real Hometown Media, LLC will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings adver-tised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

<---- See what you are missing on our facebook page. To advertise in South Texas Properties,

call our Marketing Specialist Vickie Cummings or Aaron Lopez

at (361)668-6397.

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(BPT) - Flipping through the television channels, it’s hard not to find a home improvement show about remodeling and do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. From “Property Brothers” to “Design Star,” these popular programs give homeowners ideas on how to modernize their spaces. If you’re planning your own DIY projects, here are three areas of the home that will give you the most bang for your buck when it comes to a makeover.

First stop: the bathroomBathroom remodels are

the most popular remodeling projects because they have a high return on investment, according to the National Association of Home

Builders. When you’re ready to sell

your house, renovating the bathroom typically has a return of 62 percent.

A low-cost way to modernize the bathroom is

installing new faucets. With signature styling featuring cylindrical, geometric shapes and distinct 90-degree angles, the new Moen Arris collection is an ideal choice for an iconic, modern update.

Sleek, contemporary pieces like the new Arris faucet can add instant luxury.

Another idea for modernizing the bathroom is to add additional light sources. Bringing in more light will open up the space and make your bathroom come to life.

The bathroom is often a place to unwind, and adding the right lighting can set the tone for a spa-like atmosphere.

One way to do this, without breaking your budget, is by simply replacing the light fixtures. Add a modern touch to your bath with dramatic choices like chandeliers and sconces.

Modern styling, technology help refresh homes

Get to know your Title Professional

Frances Adams What do you love about your career? I am an Escrow Assistant at this office, so my job requires me to assist the Escrow Officers with their customer transactions. I love being challenged and being able to help get these files to closing, it gives me a feeling of satisfaction. What do you like most about working for Stewart? Stewart Title co-workers are like my second family. I love being around them every day. I enjoy the ability to help people when they have questions or do not understand the closing process. It gives me great joy being able to help them. What are your professional strengths? I feel that I have an overall good understanding of the title business and I can jump in and assist in any Department that I am needed. I take pride in working hard to get the job done. I also feel that I give our customers fantastic customer service. Why do you think people should choose Stewart Title? Since we are like a family, we also make each and every one of our customers feel like they are part of the Stewart Title family and that alone will give you peace of mind that your transaction is handled professionally and promptly, like one of our own. Frances grew up in San Diego, TX but has made Alice her home for the last 25 years. She married her husband Leo Adams (twice we may say) for a total of 22 years and they have a beautiful family of 3 boys, 2 girls and 10 grandchildren, whom they adore. They enjoy being called “The Adams Family”. She enjoys spending time in her church, attending four times a week. She enjoys shopping and giving. Frances has worked for Stewart for 7 ½ years and still loves to come to work every day.

Stewart Title Company ∙ 1708 Main St. ∙ Alice, Texas 78332 ∙ (361) 668-6024 ∙ Fax (866) 719-4621 ∙ www.stewart.com/alice Serving the counties of: Jim Wells ∙ Brooks ∙ Jim Hogg ∙ LaSalle ∙ Zapata ∙ Webb ∙ Dimmit ∙ Maverick ∙ Zavala

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1209 Or-egon St., $139,000 - 4/2 approx. 1688 sq. ft. This is a Wonderful home on a cul-de-sac. Home features a large converted room into a fourth bedroom. Home has tile floors in living room and hallway. MLS # 104633

805 E. Collins St., San Diego - $89,000 - 3/2, ap-prox. 2,096 sq. ft. Wonderful 1 1/2 Story home on a nice size lot. This is a very unique home with a sunken living room and a beautiful stairway leading to an upstairs bonus room. Call today for an appt. MLS# 104632

1200 Stone-gate - Beau-tiful 2-Story Brick home

located on a corner lot. Home features two family living areas, large kitchen, formal dining room, a second dining room that leads you to the great patio area. This patio area is great for entertaining. It would be wonderful for the upcoming holidays for family gatherings. Home also has an above-ground swimming pool that is equipped with a heating system that will warm up the pool so you can still enjoy a swim during the cooler months. Call today for an appt. to view this wonderful home. Call Cynthia Carrasco at 361-227-5353. MLS# 104576

130 Broken Arrow, Sandia -$85,000 - 2/2.5, approx. 1,050 sq. ft. This is a cute 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a waterview of Lake Corpus Christi. Home sits on a large lot approx. .40 of an ac. This would make a great weekend get away home. Home features an open floor plan a bonus room with its own bathroom, Sunroom in back and fruit trees. Must See! Call today for an appt.! MLS # 104641

827 Lincoln St. - $169,000 - 3/2 with a bo-nus room up-stairs, approx. 2,724 sq. ft. Beautiful home on a large lot. Home features a large living room and a separate family room. Wonderful kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Lots of extras!! Must See! Call today for an appt. MLS# 104616

505 E. 6th St. - $110,000 - Great Investment property! Home sits on ap-prox. .51 acre. Home being sold “As Is, Where Is.” MLS # 104475

1 2 0 5 S t o n e g a t e $115,000 - 3 bedroom, 2 bath - Approx. 1,105 sq. ft. MLS# 104137

507 Nueva St. - $75,000 - 3 bedroom, 1 bath - This would make a Great Starter home! MLS# 104460

576 Old Mag-nolia, Freer - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, approx. 2,384 sq. ft. Great investment property sits on ap-prox. 2.42 acres. Home is being sold “As is” and “Where is” with no warranties ex-pressed or implied. $56,900. Call Cynthia at 227-5353 MLS# 104487

2708 FM 2191, Falfurrias - $129,900 - 3/1 on 3.3 acres., ap-prox. 1,528 sq. ft. Recently completely remodeled Beau-tiful home on approx. 3.30 acres. corner lot. This would make a wonderful Starter home. Home features Low E windows, granite counter tops, custom kitchen cabi-nets, beautiful tile floors and with a few modern touches. Roof and Septic system recently installed. Must see! Call today for an appt.! MLS# 104622

318 N. CR 470 - Great Busi-ness Opportu-nity! Property sits on approx. 2.61 acres and features a Large Metal Building equipped with overhead doors. Call Cynthia Carras-co for more information at 361-227-5353. MLS# 104573

125 CR 3221, Or-ange Grove - 3/2.5 approx. 2393 sq. ft.

$89,900. This would make a Great Invest-ment property! This is a large spacious home on approx. 1.45 acres that is in need of some repairs. Home is being sold “As Is, Where Is” with no warranties im-plied or expressed. Call Cynthia Carrasco for more information at 361-227-5353. MLS#104612

163 CR 471, & CR 470 - $199,900 - 5/3, approx. 2,458 sq. ft. This would make a wonderful family home. Home sits on approx. 1.13 acres. Home has lots of storage space and an open floor plan. Kitchen has lots of cabi-net space and opens to the formal dining room. MLS# 104634

2025 FM 665 - $99,000 - Great Investment home! This is a unique cute home on approx. 4.46 acres. Property could possibly be used as a Commerical Property! MLS# 104440

733 Glendale- $84,500 - 3 bedroom, 2 bath - Approx. 1,504 sq. ft. MLS# 104410

507 S. Reforma, San Diego - 3/2 approx. 1718 sq. ft. $79,900. This would make a

Great Investment home or Starter home. Home features large kitchen and a nice size master bedroom. Call today for an appt. Call Cynthia Carrasco at 361-227-5353 MLS#104604

504 S. Sun St., Freer - 2 bed-room, 1 bath, approx. 1,308 sq. ft. This is a cute home that would make a great invest-ment property! Home features a nice size kitchen. Home is being sold “As is” and “Where is” with no warranties implied or expressed. $38,500 Call Cynthia at 227-5353 MLS# 104486

1204 Madi-son St. - 3/2 a p p r o x . 1552 sq. ft. $ 1 3 9 , 9 0 0 . This a won-derful 2-Story home with a nice size yard. Master bedroom is located downstairs. Home features a family room and formal sitting area. Must See!! Call Cynthia Carrasco at 361-227-5353 MLS#104605

410 S. Trevi-no St., S a n Diego - $42,900 - 2 bedroom, 1 bath, approx. 1,001 sq. ft. This would make a Great Investment Property! Being sold “As Is, Where Is.” Call Cynthia Carrasco for more information at 227-5353 MLS# 104569

COMMERCIAL156 CR 470 - $98,000 - This Property sits on approx. .92 of an acre and is ready with utilities. Property is currently be-ing used as a Mobile Home Park. Mobile homes do not convey in sale of property. Property ready for use as a mobile home park or for a Company’s housing loca-tion. Call today for more information. MLS#104635

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Realitos, TX - 174.96 acres. Great getaway with wildlife and hunting. Close to Re-alitos, TX. Call today for directions. Percentage of minerals convey. MLS# 104175

1504 Morningside - One of a kind Garden Home with many extras. Open living and dining area with beautiful area rugs. Built in stained glass accents, wood shutters, hard-wood trim throughout, tile fl oors and car-peted bedrooms. Large master suite, walk-in closet, spacious bathroom with tub, shower and double sink. Jen Air in kitchen, nice offi ce or study and large laundry room with extra storage. Courtyard entry, covered patio off dining room and private area off master bedroom. Metal roof, security and sprinkler systems. Relax and let the HOA take care of the lawn. Call today! MLS# 104627

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1512 Rose Drive - Just REDUCED so hurry and get your offer in FAST! The property is perfect for DIY and investment buyers. This home could make a great family home or rental property in this high demand market! Call today! MLS# 104531

PENDING300 West Farm St. - Nice starter home. Interior freshly painted. Tile fl oors throughout. Covered front porch. Move-in ready! Don’t miss this one, call today! MLS# 104644

Second stop: the living room

Modern design doesn’t have to mean uncomfortable. Homeowners love modern interiors for the sleek and streamlined look, which leads to less clutter and visual stress.

Expand the modern theme throughout the home by updating furniture with unfussy and relaxed pieces. You don’t need to buy everything new. Fabric covers, in an array of prints and colors, can instantly bring new life to old furniture. For pieces that need to be replaced, consider purchasing solid and neutral furniture. As trends change, you can switch out pillows and blankets to stay up-to-date.

Keep neutrals in mind

when selecting paint colors, as well. White, black, brown and gray will go with just about anything. For a pop of color, paint an accent wall with a bold color, or add extra personality with drapery or area rugs. Use lamps, paintings and accessories to give a personal touch throughout the rest of your living space.

Final stop: the kitchenOpening up shelving is a

way to put a fresh, modern spin on your existing kitchen layout. You can order new cabinets with glass panels or simply remove the doors from your existing ones. Just make sure the exposed areas are not cluttered. Open shelving is a perfect place to display dishes. For a crisp look, try stacks of white plates and bowls. If you’re looking for an edgy feel, try patterned or bright-colored ones. Adding

new hardware to cabinets is also an inexpensive way to improve the look of your kitchen.

Since faucets are the most-used item in the kitchen, a new model can make a big impression. Swap out your old one for the new Align suite from Moen. Align faucets feature high-arc spouts and a geometric handle, emphasizing the simplicity and elegance of the design. To complement your new faucet, look to update your counters as well. Granite remains a popular choice because of its high style and durability.

Integrating technology

into home designIt’s not just about making

your life easier, technology can also aesthetically enhance your living space with modern touches.

Mirror technology allows homeowners to disguise the TV when it isn’t in use. Available for all TV models, it will look like a mirror is in the room until the unit is turned on.

The iCon Bed from Hollandia features a headboard equipped with speakers, an amplifier and docking stations for two iPads. The NestLearning Thermostat shares the same designer as the iPod, and automatically creates a temperature-control schedule personalized around your lifestyle; while also saving energy.

For more information about Moen products, visit moen.com or call 800-BUY-MOEN (800-289-6636).

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Missy Priddy .......................................... 361-562-3928Kalynn Ramon ...................................... 361-207-0883

Chuck Carlisle, Broker ......................... 361-548-4848Leticia Cervantes .................................. 361-701-5854

CARLISLE REALTY

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Coyote Creek Estates Phase 2 17 (10+ acre tracts for sale) in restricted subdivision. Call Kalynn at 207-0883 for a copy of the plat and restrictions. MLS# 104544

Falfurrias - 10 acres on County Road 302. Great for home or business. For more information call Missy Priddy at 562-3928 MLS# 104252

Elsie St. Lot 6, Agua Dulce - 50x150 $8,500. Call Kaylynn at 207-0883. MLS# 104619

Lot 13 Blue Ridge - Carmel Hills – located in Carmel Hills with lake view. Call Kalynn at 207-0883 for more details

FM 625 Coyote Creek - 4.20 acre tract in re-stricted subdivision. Calll Kalynn at 207-0883 for copy of plat and restrictions. $28,500. MLS# 104591

Elsie St. Lot 7, Agua Dulce - 50x150 $8,500. Call Kaylynn at 207-0883. MLS# 104620

FM 625 Coyote Creek phase one. 4.20 acre cor-ner lot. Restricted subdivision!! Call Kalynn for copy of plat and restrictions. MLS# 104270

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201 E Pundt, Orange Grove - 3/2/carport, with large fenced backyard. large wood deck patio- storage building Move in ready only blocks from the high school. $89K Call Missy at 361-562-3928. MLS #104628

649 CR 350, Orange Grove - Great location that is only minutes away from town and schools. Large 4 bed-room, 1 bath and 2 car garage, 2186 sq ft, Only $79,900. Call Missy Priddy for more information at (361) 562-3928 MLS# 104484

1205 W. 1st Street - Great location! 3/2 with large en-closed garage. Over 1,800 sq. ft. Large backyard with storage building. Call Missy Priddy at 562-3928 for more details! MLS# 104253

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315 Cactus (Al-ice) - Very nice brick home on corner lot. 3/2, CA/H, 2 living areas, 2 driveways, ceramic tile, large laundry room with storage, storage bldg, Spanish tile roof. Call Kalynn Ramon for info. MLS #104594

1910 S. John-son - 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Cozy home on 2 acres. Freshly painted inside and out! CH/A, storage building. Call Kalynn today at 207-0883 MLS# 104582

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209 S. Reynolds St. - Need a new loca-tion for your business? Almost 10,000 sq. ft. commercial building is available! Separate large front office with large covered carports. Call Missy Priddy at 562-3928 MLS# 104348

719 S. Reynolds - Great for the investor. This property features 3 separate spac-es for leasing. Each space has its own re-stroom. Two of the spaces are currently leased. Call Kalynn MLS#104595

Commercial

203 S Miller, Orange Grove - 3/2 with large fenced back-yard- Custom features and move in ready. $99K Call Missy at 361-562-3928. MLS #104629

1210 Roosevelt - New listing! 3/1/1 car garage. Super cozy home with hardwood floors and tile. Separate wash room- large backyard with a huge covered patio. $99K Call Missy at 361-562-3928. MLS #104646

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Buying a new home is the most expensive purchase a person is likely to make in his or her lifetime. It also can be one of the more stressful. The Employee Relocation Council states that moving is the third most stressful event in life, following death and divorce. But a well-timed move can reduce stress and save money.

Moving during certain times of the year can result in considerable savings. Moving during the summer, when children are out of school and the weather is nice, can make a move more manageable. Keep in mind that because late spring and summer are the peak moving seasons, they also tend to be more expensive. Many moving companies and truck rental agencies will charge a premium if you use their services during the

summer. Furthermore, crews may change in the summer when students on vacation could fill in for regular, more experienced movers.

High prices are not only reserved for those who buy a new house during the spring and summer. Renters may find

spring and summer is also the peak season for rentals. Many apartment managers can attest that the dates between June 2 and August 30 are quite busy in terms of apartment turnover. College students are more likely to move as soon as the academic year ends, and

many landlords plan leases to expire in the summer months to ensure that re-renting places will be easier thanks to a flooded apartment market. According to Apartment Wiz, a Houston-based apartment locating service, although there might be greater apartment availability during the warm-weather months, it also means greater competition between prospective tenants. That greater competition can drive up prices.

But apartments are harder to fill in the fall or at the onset of winter. That’s because many people do not want the hassle of moving once school has started or the weather has chilled. Landlords who are stuck paying utilities and advertising fees for vacant

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LOTS & ACREAGE SALE82 acres, FM 2191 Brooks County - About 6 miles east of Falfurrias off CR 285. All brush, has several pipelines crossing property,road frontage on 2 sides. $180,400 MLS# 104293

51.51 acres w/frontage on CR 117 and N 281 Bypass. All brush, in waterway. Call Bruce at 701-8644. MLS# 014571

100.55 Acs Cr. 115 just outside the city limits south of San Diego Creek. Would make a good cattle graz-ing ranch. Price to sell. MLS# 104645, $251,375. Call Bruce 701-8644

Cr. 314 - 60 acres with a water well, 16 x 24 cabin with solar lights and indoor toilet. Surface sale only. $135,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104513

352.27 Acs. S. County Road 339, All brush with low fence, water, elec.

Small bunkhouse, good habitat for deer, hogs and other wildlife. $704,540 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104483

281 Bypass and FM 1554 - 528 +/- acres with road front-age. Cultivated fi elds and brush with great commercial sites. Will divide. $1,750,000 Call Bruce for more infor-mation at (361) 701-8644 MLS# 104532

FM 2508 - 88.09 Acres next to the King Ranch. Has new 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home that is 1.5 yrs old with a large pond, city water, feeders, water troughs, brush and high fence on King Ranch side. Deer, turkey, hogs and doves frequent the property. $317,724 Call Bruce 701-8644 MLS# 104518

120.344 Acs, Cr. 211 N Hwy 281, all brush, elec at road, no water

well, good habitat for wildlife, sea-sonal waterway on lower part, surface sale only, $300,860, MLS # 104642, Call Bruce 701-8644

24.53 Acs for commercial de-velopment at the intersection of Cr. 129 and S Hwy 281. Great site for commercial development. Elec. Avail-able. $245,300. Call Bruce @ 701-8644. MLS# 104625

900 N Johnson, 5.826 Acs to be developed, road frontage with city utilities. $150K. Call Bruce @ 701-8644, MLS# 104614

150 Acs. Cr. 218, Jim Wells and Du-val Counties. All brush, water well, elec at well site. Good habitat for wild-life. Surface sale only. Price to sell. MLS 104643, $240K, call Bruce 701-8644

WHEN YOU WANT IT TO SAY “SOLD” - CALL ME 701-8644!

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Call me! I can fi nd the perfect property for your needs. Many listings are available in the area from 45 acres to 600+ acre tracts. I work with many area brokers and agents to help fi nd or move your property. Many great commercial sites available!

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1515 W. Front - New York Joe’s Restaurant, all appliances, furniture, ready to start a new business on 3.852 acres! $950,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104354

E. Main Street - Nice commercial lot, 75-feet x 140-feet, next to Tutti Fruiti.Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104589

2 Commercial lots at the intersection of Seabreeze and S Tex. Blvd, zoned B-3C. 13,000 sqft. Full utilities on Seabreeze. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104527

5 acres S. Flournoy Rd. - Commercial sites with more sites available! $20,000/ac MLS# 104224

281 Bypass, 10 acres - Prime Commercial Site! REDUCED! $150,000 MLS# 104121

500 Eli Garza, Freer - Commercial site, city utilities, fenced, would make a great trucking yard, construction yard, or build your own shop! Several older structures exist. $60,000 MLS# 104171

1102 E. Hwy 44, San Diego, Tx - Commercial Build-ing, 10,800 sqft, great location for Home Health, Doctor’s offi ce, Area Clinic, or State Agency. $495,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS # 104522

7.28 Acs. Old Tasco Yard, Commercial Property. Many buildings and of-fi ce, est. total sqft-age is 9,888 sqft. Fenced with good pad base. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104525

7.15 Acs - great business site. Utilities available. MLS# 104524.

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114 N Hwy 16, Freer - 3/2.5/2, 2000 sq. ft. as per owner, beautiful front door, zero front landscape, fenced bkyd, green grass. Home sports tall ceilings with large double pane windows that offer a lot of natural light. Open fl oor plan, large kitchen, spacious laundry room in home, split bdrms with large mstbdrm and bth and extra large shower with double sinks. All buyers must be preapproved before showing. MLS# 104601

610 Huisache, Freer - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2378 sq. ft. with 2 living areas, 2 cedar closets, roomy bed-rooms, and move in ready! $145,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104521

201 S Wright - 2,580 sq. ft. eat-ing establishment, ready to go. Nice kitchen equipment, tables and chairs goes with sale. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104562.

PENDING

604 E. Humble, Freer - 1,840 sq. ft., 3/2.5/2, inground pool, pool house, hot tub, fenced bkyd. Home is beauti-ful, open fl oor plan, large kitchen, split bdrms. Gorgeous landscaped yd with matrure trees. Corner lot. MLS# 104602

PENDING

54 Acres - 3/1 home, 3,000 sq. ft. barn, small set of pipe cor-rals, additional cottage, pond located just minutes west of Orange Grove off FM 624. MLS# 214194

PENDING

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401 Stoner St., Freer - Very cozy and vacant home that sits on half an acre. Very close to schools! Adorable kitch-en with water softener system, oven & elec. stove that will stay. 2 living areas, one with a wood-burning fi replace. There is a nice, large screened-in back porch that’s great for entertaining & enjoy-ing friends & family! The machine & storage sheds will also stay. Seller will provide Buyer with an Old Republic Home Warranty. Seller is also willing to help with some of the lender required repairs. Buy this home for less than paying monthly rent! $76,500 MLS# 103998

1621 S. Norton, Freer - If you like the feel of “country living” but want to be close to town, this one might be for you! This 3/2/2 block home sits on half an acre and is just a few min-utes from schools. Property is presently rented until sold. Has newer septic system, 2-car attached garage, and a lg. laundry room right off the kitchen area. Tile fl oors throughout with newer windows. Home needs some updat-ing and repairs. Buyer can add their own touch, so much potential! $59,900 MLS#104021

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COMMERCIALREDUCED! 244 FM 1355, Kingsville - Very nice and well maintained brick property that could be used for many busi-ness purposes. Lot size is approx. .32 of an acre +/-. City water is available. Presently serviced by a shared water well, with a septic system. Has central air/heat that is fairly new. Large, paved parking area, fenced, three restrooms, three treatment rooms, two waiting room areas and extra room for a small kitchenette. This property could easily be converted into a residence or du-plex. Co-brokered with C21 Hallmark/ Bruce Menking at 361-701-8644. $89,000 MLS# 104019

5048 CR 93, Banquete - Nice 7,200 sq. ft. metal bldg. on slab foundation. Built in 2003. In-cludes 10.7 acres! PRICED TO SELL - A MUST SEE! Could be an excellent welding shop or used for many other business purposes. Has living area and/or offi ce space upstairs and down. If you are looking for a business location in a peaceful, private area, this could be the one for you! This listing is co-brokered with C21 Hallmark/ Bruce Menking at 361-701-8644. Shown to approved buy-ers by appt. only. $139,000 MLS#104606

REDUCED 248, 1/2 FM 1355, Kingsville - Property is Co-listed with Century 21 Hallmark/Bruce Menking at 701-8644. Very well main-tained 3/1/2 home on approx. 2.75 acres. Home is presently rented until property sells. Has a nice whirlpool tub in bathroom. Includes an effi ciency apartment for rental income or guest quarters. Also, has a lg. barn, approx. 30x80. Shown by appt. only with advance notice needed. Reduced to $132,000! MLS#104017.

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602 Pearson St., Freer - Great starter home! Priced to sell AND negotiable. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on 2 lots and has a large back yard that is enclosed with a nice wood privacy fence. There’s also a like-new wood deck in back, a 2-car detached ga-rage with an attached 2-car carport! Home has a newer metal roof. Stove, refrigerator, microwave, wash-er, dryer AND (almost new & barely used) hot tub are all negotiable to stay if desired by buyer! $65,000 MLS#104506

118 N. Texas Blvd., Freer - BEAUTIFUL and move-in ready home that was built in 2012! This 3/2 stucco/rock home sits on one lot, with an established front yard and fenced back yard. If you love an open fl oor plan, this could be the one for you! Other great features include: granite counter tops in kitchen and both bathrooms, gorgeous custom cabinets, beautiful tile throughout home, stunning front entry door, & more! All blinds will stay! Advance notice needed for all showings. Buyers must be pre-approved prior to showing ap-pointment. $169,800. MLS# 104623

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PARAGON PROPERTIES4637 S. Hwy 281, Alice, TX (361)664-8000

Melinda Garza 361-562-2648 • Janell Donaho 361-876-0505

D. Addison Smithwick 361-562-3695 • Cathy Lopez 361-701-0857

Commercial Listings

111 N. Texas Blvd- Wonderful investment opportunity. Currently leased to Leslie’s Nails and The Jigger. Don’t let this one get away! Call for appointment to see. MLS#104117

647 CR 481, Ben Bolt - 3 bed-room, 1.5 bath ranch house on 10 ac res . Very nice house. MLS# 104294

1033 CR 3651 - 4 bedroom, 3 bath. Water front property at Lake Mathis. MLS# 104637

2005 Shannon - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Beautiful house on cul de sac, with big yard. MLS# 104624

1803 Newell - 4 bedroom, 3 bath. Huge living area, extra large lot with fenced yard. MLS# 104574

209 Dix - San Diego, Great starter home with CA/H that is only three years old! Owner only lived in this home for 6 months. This is a must see to appreciate property! MLS# 104240

1817 Encino - Very large home on a corner lot in the Hillcrest area. Three living areas give this home a roomy feel along with large bedrooms and a mother-in-law suite! MLS# 104464

705 CR 116 - 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 car garage on 18.957 acres. Beautiful home, 2 fireplaces, pool, 2 living areas. Lots of ex-tras, large covered patio. Nice guest house. Call for appointment. MLS# 104507

158 CR 472 - 4/2.5/3 Country living at its BEST on 1.041 acres. Huge master bedroom, separate mother-in-law quarters. MLS# 104363

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North Hwy 281 - 2.256 acres under com-mercial property. MLS #104529

4.5 acres in Mesquite forest. MLS #104495

CR 116-1 - Land! Land! Land! Quail Run #7, 6.34 acres, WITH RESTRICTIONS. All brush and no improvements. MLS# 104226

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240 CR 2112 - Country living at its best! This fully furnished 4 bedroom, 3 ½ baths graces 5 acres where the wildlife comes to frolic by the beautiful pond. Watch from the safety of a fully enclosed backyard which is cross fenced. Call today to see this rare gem. MLS# 104495

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927 Dewey - 2 bedroom 1 bath. Very nice! Great starter home. Recently remodeled. MLS#104610

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1325 Washington - 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath. Recently remod-eled, very spacious, close to golf course. MLS# 104636

1013 St. Mary - 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Nice starter home MLS#104588

1117 Cobblestone - 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Beautiful home in great area! MLS# 104464

Office Space for lease at 501 N. Reynolds, next to Dr. Montejo’s officer. Call 664-8000 for more information.

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apartments are far more likely to negotiate rent prices, lease terms and even security deposits during the winter in an effort to fill the apartment quickly.

People sitting with homes on the market are also more likely to negotiate during cooler months when foot traffic has fizzled out.

That can make shopping for a home in the fall advantageous to home buyers.

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* Move mid-week. Weekends are a prime time for truck rentals and moving companies. Pick a Tuesday or a Wednesday to move, and you’re much more likely to find an available moving service (even during peak moving

months); you may even be able to negotiate a lower rate.

* Pick a mid-month moving date. Many people move at the beginning of the month when leases are up or after mortgage payments are made. Fewer people move in the middle of the month, so you might find more affordable moving deals if you can wait a few extra weeks.

* Schedule a fall or winter move. The American Moving and Storage Association says half of all moves occur during one-third of the year -- between the beginning of May and Labor Day. Beat the rush by moving outside of these dates.

* Get an early start. Many people underestimate the amount of time it takes to actually move their belongings. Try to schedule a moving company to come very early in the morning to give you ample time to pack up the truck and unpack at your new home.

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733 Glendale - $84,500 - 3 bedroom, 2 bath - Approx. 1,504 sq. ft. This a great starter/in-vestment home. Home has a spacious living room and features wood flooring. Call to-day for an appt. Home is owned by an agent. MLS# 104410

1205 Stonegate - $115,000 - 3 bedroom, 2 bath - Approx. 1,105 sq. ft. This is a cute brick home on a nice size lot. Call Cynthia for an appt. today at 361-227-5353 MLS# 104137

2041 E. Main St., Suite 300

• Elisa Benavides ................................. 227-9771• Cynthia Carrasco .............................. 227-5353• Bruce Menking .................................. 701-8644• Murray Myers ................................... 726-8731• Michelle Knight, Office Mgr ............ 668-3300• Jean Cunningham, Broker ............... 853-2121

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576 Old Magnolia, Freer - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, approx. 2,384 sq. ft. Great investment property sits on approx. 2.42 acres. Home is being sold “As is” and “Where is” with no warranties ex-pressed or implied. $56,900 Call Cynthia at 227-5353 MLS# 104487

1311 S. Gulf - $148,900 Cozy 3 bedroom, 2 bath, workshop on 1 acre, piped fence with nice stone entrance, pecan and orange trees. Call Lisa Benavides 361-227-9771 for appt. to view MLS# 104599

318 N. CR 470 - Great Business Op-portunity! Property sits on approx. 2.61 acres and features a Large Metal Build-ing equipped with overhead doors. Call Cynthia Carrasco for more information at 361-227-5353. MLS# 104573

1200 Stonegate - Beautiful 2-Story Brick home located on a corner lot. Home fea-tures two family living areas, large kitchen, formal dining room, a second dining room that leads you to the great patio area. This patio area is great for entertaining. It would be wonderful for the upcoming holidays for family gatherings. Home also has an above-ground swimming pool that is equipped with a heating system that will warm up the pool so you can still enjoy a swim during the cooler months. Call today for an appt. to view this wonderful home. Call Cynthia Carrasco at 361-227-5353. MLS# 104576

2025 FM 665 - $99,000 - Great Invest-ment home! This is a unique cute home on approx. 4.46 acres. Property could possibly be used as a Commerical Prop-erty! MLS# 104440

2958 N FM2191, Falfurrias-$79,900 Cozy home on 3.30 acres, just minutes away from town with front and back porch, carpet grass, trees, cement driveway, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car garage, a must see to appreciate! Call Lisa Benavides for appt. 361-227-9771. MLS#104538

125 CR 3221, Orange Grove - 3/2.5 approx. 2393 sq. ft. $89,900. This would make a Great Investment property! This is a large spacious home on approx. 1.45 acres that is in need of some repairs. Home is being sold “As Is, Where Is” with no warranties implied or expressed. Call Cynthia Carrasco for more information at 361-227-5353. MLS#104612

507 S. Reforma, San Diego - 3/2 approx. 1718 sq. ft. $79,900. This would make a Great Investment home or Starter home. Home features large kitchen and a nice size master bedroom. Call to-day for an appt. Call Cynthia Carrasco at 361-227-5353 MLS#104604

2708 FM 2191, Falfurrias - $129,900 - 3/1 on 3.3 acres., approx. 1,528 sq. ft. Re-cently completely remodeled Beautiful home on approx. 3.30 acres. corner lot. This would make a wonderful Starter home. Home features Low E windows, granite counter tops, custom kitchen cabinets, beautiful tile floors and with a few modern touches. Roof and Septic system recently installed. Must see! Call to-day for an appt.! MLS# 104622

163 CR 471, & CR 470 - $199,900 - 5/3, approx. 2,458 sq. ft. This would make a wonderful family home. Home sits on approx. 1.13 acres. Home has lots of storage space and an open floor plan. Kitchen has lots of cabinet space and opens to the formal dining room. MLS# 104634

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1515 W. Front - New York Joe’s Restaurant, all appliances, furni-ture, ready to start a new business on 3.852 acres! $950,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104354

156 CR 470 - $98,000 - This Property sits on approx. .92 of an acre and is ready with utilities. Property is currently being used as a Mobile Home Park. Mobile homes do not convey in sale of property. Property ready for use as a mobile home park or for a Company’s housing location. Call today for more information. MLS#104635

42 acres W. Hwy. 44 - Great commercial site to develop! $420,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104234

5 acres S. Flournoy Rd. - Commercial site with more sites available! $20,000/ac MLS# 104224

281 Bypass, 10 acres - Prime Commercial Site! RE-DUCED! $150,000 MLS# 104121

500 Eli Garza, Freer - Commercial site, city utili-ties, fenced, would make a great trucking yard, con-struction yard, or build your own shop! Several older structures exist. $60,000 MLS# 104171

E. Main Street - Nice commercial lot, 75-feet x 140-feet, next to Tutti Fruiti. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104589

2 Commercial lots at the intersection of Seabreeze and S Tex. Blvd, zoned B-3C. 13,000 sqft. Full utili-ties on Seabreeze. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104527

1102 E. Hwy 44, San Diego, Tx - Commercial Building, 10,800 sqft, great location for Home Health, Doctor’s office, Area Clinic or State Agency. $495,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS # 104522

7.28 Acs. Old Tasco Yard, Commercial Property. Many build-ings and office, est. total sq. ft. is 9,888. Fenced with good pad base. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104525

7.15 Acs - great business site. Utilities available. MLS# 104524.

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2041 E. Main St., Suite 300

• Elisa Benavides ................................. 227-9771• Cynthia Carrasco .............................. 227-5353• Bruce Menking .................................. 701-8644• Murray Myers ................................... 726-8731• Michelle Knight, Office Mgr. ......... 668-3300• Jean Cunningham, Broker ............. 853-2121

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505 E. 6th St. - $110,000 - Great In-vestment property! Home sits on approx. .51 acre. Home being sold “As Is, Where Is.” MLS# 104475

504 S. Sun St., Freer - 2 bedroom, 1 bath, approx. 1,308 sq. ft. This is a cute home that would make a great investment property! Home features a nice size kitchen. Home is being sold “As is” and “Where is” with no warranties implied or expressed. $38,500 Call Cynthia at 227-5353 MLS# 104486

114 N. Hwy 16, Freer - 3/2.5/2, 2,000 sq. ft. as per owner, beautiful front door, xeriscape, fenced bkyd, green grass. Home sports tall ceilings with large double pane windows that offer a lot of natural light. Open floor plan, large kitchen, spacious laun-dry room in home, split bdrms with large mstbdrm and bth and extra large shower with double sinks. All buyers must be preapproved before showing. MLS# 104601

201 S Wright - 2,580 sq. ft. eating estab-lishment, ready to go. Nice kitchen equip-ment, tables and chairs goes with sale. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104562.

604 E. Humble, Freer - 1,840 sq. ft., 3/2.5/2, inground pool, pool house, hot tub, fenced bkyd. Home is beautiful, open floor plan, large kitchen, split bdrms. Gorgeous landscaped yd with mature trees. Corner lot. MLS# 104602

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610 Huisache, Freer - 3 bed-room, 2 bath, 2378 sq. ft. with 2 living areas, 2 cedar closets, roomy bedrooms, and move in ready! $145,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104521

410 S. Tre-vino St., San Diego - $42,900 - 2 bedroom, 1 bath, approx. 1,001 sq. ft. This would make a Great Invest-ment Property! Being sold “As Is, Where Is.” Call Cynthia Carrasco for more information at 227-5353 MLS# 104569PENDING

507 Nueva St. - $75,000, This would make a Great Starter home! MLS# 104460

1204 Madi-son St. - 3/2 a p p r o x . 1552 sq. ft. $ 1 3 9 , 9 0 0 . This a wonderful 2-Story home with a nice size yard. Home features a fam-ily room and formal sitting area. Must See!! Call Cynthia Carrasco at 361-227-5353 MLS#104605PENDING

1209 Oregon St., $139,000 - 4/2 approx. 1688 sq. ft. This is a Wonderful home on a cul-de-sac. Home features a large converted room into a fourth bedroom. Home has tile floors in living room and hallway. MLS # 104633130 Broken Arrow, Sandia -$85,000 - 2/2.5, approx. 1,050 sq. ft. This is a cute 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a waterview of Lake Corpus Christi. Home sits on a large lot approx. .40 of an ac. This would make a great weekend get away home. Home features an open floor plan a bonus room with its own bathroom, Sunroom in back and fruit trees. Must See! Call today for an appt.! MLS # 104641

805 E. Collins St., San Di-ego - $89,000 - 3/2, approx. 2,096 sq. ft. Wonderful 1 1/2 Story home on a nice size lot. This is a very unique home with a sunken living room and a beautiful stairway leading to an upstairs bonus room. Call today for an appt. MLS# 104632

827 Lincoln St. - $169,000 - 3/2 with a bonus room upstairs, approx. 2,724 sq. ft. Beautiful home on a large lot. Home features a large living room and a sepa-rate family room. Wonderful kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Lots of extras!! Must See! Call today for an appt. MLS# 104616

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Lots and Land

Hallmark82 acres, FM 2191 Brooks County - About 6 miles east of Falfurrias off CR 285. All brush, has several pipelines crossing property,road frontage on 2 sides. $180,400 MLS# 104293

51.51 acres w/frontage on CR 117 and N 281 Bypass. All brush, in waterway. Call Bruce at 701-8644. MLS# 014571

100.55 Acs Cr. 115 just out-side the city limits south of San Diego Creek. Would make a good cattle grazing ranch. Price to sell. MLS# 104645, $251,375. Call Bruce 701-8644

Cr. 314 - 60 acres with a water well, 16 x 24 cabin with solar lights and indoor toilet. Sur-

face sale only. $135,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104513

352.27 Acs. S. County Road 339, All brush with low fence, water, elec. Small bunkhouse, good habitat for deer, hogs and other wild-life. $704,540 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104483

281 Bypass and FM 1554 - 528 +/- acres with road front-age. Cultivated fields and brush with great commercial sites. Will divide. $1,750,000 Call Bruce for more information at (361) 701-8644 MLS# 104532

FM 2508 - 88.09 Acres next to the King Ranch. Has new 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home that is 1.5 yrs old with a large pond, city water, feeders, water troughs, brush and high fence on King Ranch side. Deer, turkey, hogs and doves frequent the property. $317,724 Call Bruce 701-8644 MLS# 104518

120.344 Acs, Cr. 211 N Hwy 281, all brush, elec at road, no water well, good habitat

for wildlife, seasonal waterway on lower part, surface sale only, $300,860, MLS # 104642, Call Bruce 701-8644

24.53 Acs for commercial de-velopment at the intersection of Cr. 129 and S Hwy 281. Great site for commercial development. Elec. Available. $245,300. Call Bruce @ 701-8644. MLS# 104625

900 N Johnson, 5.826 Acs to be developed, road frontage with city utilities. $150K. Call Bruce @ 701-8644, MLS# 104614

150 Acs. Cr. 218, Jim Wells and Duval Counties. All brush, water well, elec at well site. Good habitat for wildlife. Surface sale only. Price to sell. MLS 104643, $240K, call Bruce 701-8644

54 Acres - 3/1 home, 3,000 sq. ft. barn, small set of pipe corrals, additional cottage, pond located just minutes west of Orange Grove off FM 624. MLS# 104561

Acres for mobile home in Orange Grove area.

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(BPT) - With the average American household spending more than $1,000 on heating and cooling expenses each year, more homeowners are seeking smarter, green options to reduce the strain on their wallets. Incen-tives through the U.S. govern-ment’s Energy Star program and other state and federal programs have made it easier for home-owners to create an energy effi-cient and greener home.

While it may be tempting to take advantage of every incen-tive program available in your local area, experts recommend taking the time to assess your home’s overall performance. A home inspector or certified Energy Rater can inspect your home and provide cost-effective recommendations that provide immediate and long-term sav-ings and efficiencies.

For example, one area home-owners often overlook is their home’s envelope - that is the walls, windows, ceiling and floors. Gaps and cracks within the building envelope can add up to the size of a basketball. While that may not seem sizeable, the U.S Department of Energy Sav-ers suggests that air leakage from these areas can account for up to 40 percent of the energy lost by your home. Air leakage could potentially cost thousands of dollars annually.

Homeowners can reduce air leakage in several ways. Ensur-ing your home has a polyole-fin plastic house wrap is one common method to minimize air leakage. Caulking and seal-ing is another simple, common and quick approach that pro-vides some relief to rising heat-ing and cooling costs. Another

consideration for homeowners is high-efficiency windows. The U.S Department of Energy Sav-ers says that air leakage through windows equates to around 10 percent of the energy lost in the home. High-performance, low-emissivity, double-glazed windows can help homeowners conserve energy, reduce heating and cooling bills, and add value to their home.

One of the most effective methods to eliminate air leakage and live greener is replacing your home’s traditional fiberglass insulation. Traditional insula-tion types are prone to sagging, leaving gaps as well as absorbing moisture which can have sig-nificant health impacts on oc-cupants. Replacing your home’s insulation with a high-perfor-mance material such as spray foam insulation will both insu-

late and air seal the entire home and lead to major cost savings. Insulation experts from Icynene suggest that quality spray foam insulation can noticeably reduce heating and cooling costs, in some cases by up to 50 percent.

A growing number of building professionals are recommend-ing spray foam insulation as a valuable, cost-effective solution. Suitable for any climate, spray foam insulation helps retain the conditioned air within the build-ing, allowing the heating and cooling equipment to work more efficiently rather than excessive-ly. As a result of the improved energy consumption, heating and cooling costs are kept down and air leaks become a thing of the past. Homeowners can learn the five easy steps of selecting the right insulation for their home on icynene.com.

Smart ‘green’ options that help save green

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WATKINS REALTYDenise Strait, Broker (361)701-3783 Michael Hood (512)913-6919

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159 Oxbow, Sandia - 3 bedroom 2 bath at Pernitas Point, home on hill overlooking Lake Mathis. New carpet, new exterior A/C Unit, new comp shingle roof, painted interior & exterior. SELLERS VERY MOTIVATED!! MLS# 104387

Lots & Land

400 S. Cameron, Alice - Commercial Bldg. with many possibilities. Great loca-tion close to downtown. MLS# 104394

Commercial Listing

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County Road 246, Concepcion - 18.38 acres of native brush and grass land. Priced to sell! Additional acreage may be available. MLS# 104509

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Residential

1105 Jefferson - Three bedroom, two bath spacious home in a quiet neighborhood. This home will need a little TLC but it’s a diamond in the rough! MLS #104508

164 Trail Ridge, Sandia - 5 Bedroom 2 bath at Per-nitas Point - 2 story home overlooking Lake Mathis that sits on 2 lots! Plenty of room for family and friends. MLS #104631

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