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May 21, 2013 at 1:00 am
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$262,9004 Bedrooms 2 Full Baths 1 Half Baths 2320 Sq. Ft. ID# 31131189 Year Built: 2013 On HomeFinder.com 01/05/13Century 21 AAA North-MacombMichael BlakeP (877) 759-1870The gabriella colonial this 2300 sq ft colonial offers 4 bedrooms, 2. 5 baths, 2 car attached garage, 9 first floor ceilings, gas fireplace in family room. everything is included; granite throughout, ross s custom cabinetry, abundant hardwood or ceramic flooring, whirlpool tub in master bath, sod and sprinklers. va approved for all sites. seller is not providing appliances, just giving buyer's a $2000 credit or check for appliances.
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$329,9003 Bedrooms 2 Full Baths 1 Half Baths 2600 Sq. Ft. ID# 31122150 Year Built: 1951 On HomeFinder.com 10/07/12Lucido & AssociatesAlex M. Lucido(855) 326-2147Completely updated through-out! Awesome floor plan features a huge foyer leading into the huge kitchen with granite tops and an island with eating area. Large family room with vaulted ceiling. second floor laundry. Master suite with private bath and a walk in closet. Loads of storage and great mud room.
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From $599,9955 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 3575 Sq. Ft.Toll Brothers(248) 924-2601Beautiful home in prestigious Steeplechase of Northville, still time to make your personalized selections.. Situated on a wooded walkout home site on a private cul-de-sac. Stunning features include a first-floor guest suite with full bath. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms and 3 baths! Amazing finishes throughout. MLS Number: 213004292
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$380,0004 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half BathsCindy(888) 366-3890To Be Built By Essex Homes/custom Quality At Production Built Price! Move Into New Construction On 10 Acres In 4-5 Months! 2700 Sf, 4br, 2-1/2 Bath, Kitchen W/granite & Birch Cabinets, Hardwood Flrs Inentryway & Powder Rm, Ceramic Flr In Both Baths, Gas Fp, 2-car Attgarage. Lots Of Extras Included & You Pick All The Colors, Cabinets! Need More Room? Chose A Different Floor Plan! No Assoc Rules! Build A Barn, Have Horses Or An Organic Farm! Price Incl Allowances For Well, Septic, Driveway. Does Not Include Clearing Property.
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From $243,9004 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3 garage, 3,080 sq.ft., 2 story.Allen Edwin Homes(800) 267-5401Featuring over 3,000 square feet of living space, the options for up to six bedrooms, five and a half baths and three stall attached garage.
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195,0003 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths.Real Estate One-SouthgatePenny Tarwacki(877) 627-1963Very Unique Tri-level!! Approx. 2700 Sq Ft With Cathedral Ceilings, 45 Ft Porch, Oak Kitchen, Wallside Windows, New Roof In 2006, 1 1/2 Acre, Porch Off Of Kitchen, Balcony Off Of The Master, Attached Garage And Attached Shed, Detached Shed W/lean, Open Concept, Claw-foot Tub In Bathroom, Large Storage In Basement 10x12, The List Goes On And On!! Items Included With The Sale: 10ft Xmas Tree, All Appliances Stay, Toro Tractor, All Window Treatment
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