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817-219-0456Custom Built Home w/ Extensive Landscaping

Custom 3/3/4 home situated on a very private lot. Features granite, custom cabinets, but-ler’s pantry, built-ins thru-out, dbl crown moulding, sunroom & more. Back porch is 30 ft long w/ ceilings fans + creek at back of property.$279,000

Large Shaded Yard

Split bedroom concept, brick fireplace, roomy kitchen, garage is converted into a gameroom

$119,900

Incredible Waterfront

Outstanding remodeled lake home, 2 lots, 4 bdrms, gameroom, huge boat dock, diving pool & cabana

$399,900

Great Home in Pecan

Very cute 3/2/2, lots of trees, spacious floor plan, light & bright, perfect deck, gated community

$114,900

Located on the Golf Course w/ Creek on Property!Home situated on the golf course w/ a unique & versatile floor plan. Spacious living area, Satillo tile, wet bar with sitting area. Masterful views from balcony & back porch, beautifully landscaped, fishing dock on creek. $239,000

You Must See This Home!

Larger than it appears, impeccably maintained, attractive design & decor, screened porch & more

$259,700

Gorgeous 2,487 Sq.Ft. Home w/ Lovely LandscapingComfortable home in upscale area, fantastic curb appeal. Ver-satile floor plan, spacious living area, abundance of cabinet space, dining currently used as study, golf cart garage. Comes with boat slip at marina.

$280,000

Brand New Home!

Lots of builder upgrades, coffered ceilings, 4 bedrooms+study, comes w/ boat slip at marina

$264,900

Excellent 3/2/2

Incredible curb appeal, crisp & clean, open concept, excellent kitchen, tall ceilings, lots of window, pool

$219,000

Beautiful Mainbody Lake

Newer home in golf club community, magnificent lake views, well built, 2-story, open concept, dock

$499,000

Lake Granbury Condo

Lovely 3/2 well decorated condo comes fully fur-nished, amazing views, open living-dining-kitchen

$245,000

One of the Best Lake Spots

Deep water! Fantastic views, beamed ceilings, inte-rior brick walls, open floor plan, covered porches

$498,000

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413-PRIME WATERFRONT! Fantastic view and deep water, very private location, minutes from downtown Gran-bury. Spacious 3/2/2, recently updated, kitchen and baths have granite, fireplace in mas-ter suite, huge walk-in closet. Oversized boat dock, large deck to enjoy the view. Beauti-fully landscaped. $399,500 MLS# 11769946

422-MAIN BODY LAKE-FRONT! Fantastic view, deep water, and great location near town. Immaculate home, large open living area, 2 living ar-eas, 2½ baths, 3 car garage, large patio/entertaining area. Well landscaped, nice trees. A rare find! $349,500 MLS# 11713534

289-NUT CRACKER GOLF COURSE, in Pecan Planta-tion! Custom 4 bedroom, 3½ bath, full 3 car garage, great kitchen w/granite, large open living area, and game room. Fantastic golf course view, well landscaped, mature trees. $319,000 MLS# 11728932

270-GOLF COURSE DREAM HOME, DCBE! Custom built 2006 by Stephen Miller. Great floor plan, fantastic views. High energy efficiency, granite thru-out, very open con-cept with large kitchen, and beautiful master suite. Large covered patio, very private location. $378,000 MLS# 11726285

268-PECAN PLANTATION! Immaculate 3/2/2 brick home, fresh paint, flooring & new appliances. Large front porch & patio, great floor plan, divided bedrooms, large open living area. Large fenced yard, backs up to the orchard. Very private. $165,900 MLS# 11773821

281-PECAN PLANTATION! Plenty of room for your fam-ily. 3 spacious bedrooms, study, 2nd living area, great floor plan, divided bedrooms. Large covered patio for outdoor entertaining, well landscaped fenced yard, sprinkler system. Large kitchen with granite, formal dining, beautifully decorated. $229,900 MLS# 11748753

421-2700 + SQFT WATER-FRONT HOME ON COVE!! 3/3, could be 4! Open concept, study/office. Windowed sunroom, 16X16 trex-like deck, 28X12 shop/storage. Huge double boat dock + jet ski lifts. MANY UPDATES! TREES! NICE!! $349,900 MLS# 11780924

265-OUTSTANDING 3/2/2 on almost 1/2 acre. Gorgeous setting. Very open with many windows. Split bed-rooms. Large kitchen. Formal dining. Oversized garage with work area and wide driveway with 20’ extension, room to park RV/boat. LAKE AC-CESS! $197,500 MLS# 11773697

263-MUST SELL!!! Open living-dining. Breakfast bar. Granite counters. Stainless appliances. Many upgrades. Conveniently located very close to shopping, dining, lake - but secluded loca-tion in upscale neighborhood. Light, bright, patio, sprinkler system. Low maintenance. $129,900 MLS# 11746257

616-GREAT WATERFRONT! GREAT PRICE! Large 3bd/2½ baths with 2 living areas on TWO waterfront lots. Updated manufactured home. Tree shaded, decks, patio, retaining wall, storage/shop. HAVE FUN! $115,000 MLS# 11580108

425-350’ SPARKLING BRAZOS RIVER FRONT-AGE with 22+ acres. One of a kind 3360+ sq.ft. ranch house with beautiful views. Completely fenced/cross fenced, stock tanks, 30X60 shop/barn, apartment, trac-tor barn, 60X80 barn, sheds. $599,500 MLS# 11670240

608-FABULOUS LAKE FRONT VIEWS from this im-maculate 3bd/2ba mobile with 120’ of waterfront. Split bed-rooms, built-ins. 30x8 covered deck, 2 car carport, com-pletely fenced, double rock retaining walls. LAKE LIVING AT ITS BEST! COME SEE! $94,500 MLS# 11724086

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Designing a Flower Garden? Don’t Make These 5 Rookie Mistakes

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Smart Upgrades for Decks Page 24

Screens Protect Your Patio’s Right to Privacy Page 13

Quick Ways to Make Some Shade, But Don’t Forget: Trees Are Best

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5006 RIO VISTA DeCordova Bend

Brick ReDO 3/2/2 with 1900sqft * 4” Plank Hardwood Floors*

Granite * Stainless & Farm SINK * Crook-neck Rear Entry Ga-rage enough for Cart

$164,500

DCBE

3818 WINDING WAYPORT RIDGLEA WEST

Newer brick waterfront 3/2/2 hardwood,

granite, stainless, dock, life, jet ski platform on natural cove! It has it

all! $319,000

DCBE

4013 FAIRWAYDeCordova Bend

Rock Kuykendall Golf Course Home w/Split

Plan*18th Fairway Granite Kitchen &

Newly Updated *Rock FP*Housewide Back

Porch $157,500

5102 LARGO on CuldeSac in

DeCordova Bend on #4 Fairway * 2 Living Areas *Lots of Trees*

3BR 2BA 2Car w/Workshop*Patios

Porches & Balcony $179,900

5117 LARGODeCordova Bend

Cutie on the Course #6 Men’s TEE Box & View

of #5 GREEN * Updated & Upgraded * Granite * 3/2/2 with PATIOS, DECKS & PERGOLAS!

$150,000

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Country home on 3.9 ac on the Brazos River. Lovely rooms 3 levels - tornado room in basement Media room with giant projection screen Black granite counter tops Stainless appliances woodfloors. $320,000.

Incomparable 4-3.5-3 home on mainbody of Lake Granbury. Very gently used with custom decorated window treatments, crown molding and neutral colors. Granite counters accent the stylish kitchen. Double boat dock. $699,000

Wonderful home with 4 bedrooms, formal dining and open concept floorplan. Recently replaced microwave, range and dishwasher with stainless. Delightful tree shaded lot in Pecan Plantation. $158,500

Best Deal on Hwy 377 for Executive Office Spaces. Several sizes available. Call today. 1st month free rent!!

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Old World charm in this spacious home with soaring ceilings with triple crown molding, wonderful great room open to the huge kitchen. The study can be used for a music room or sitting room. The covered porch in back has an extra fireplace too! $214,500

Abes Landing

Like new home in Pecan with 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths plus a home office and 3 full car garage on large tree shaded lot $179,500

Pecan

Plantation

Great 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on the Fort Worth side. Neutral tones throughout. Granite counters and stainless appliances in kitchen. Backyard patio covered with pergola. Fourth bedroom would make a great home office! Priced to sell quickly at $220,000

Timber C

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Unbelievably beautiful custom home with upscale fixtures, appliances crown molding and design features you’ve dreamed about. Attention to detail is evident everywhere. The back patio has a charming pergola. $280,000.

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The National Association of REALTORS® takes great pride in protecting the American Dream of home ownership. We feel that home ownership is under attack and being threatened for the first time in generations. Please join our efforts in making sure that elected

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#31043 EXTRAS! RV Barn, Efficiency Guest Quarters, Work Shop, Extra Detached Garage. On 1.9 Acres with Trees. Brick 3/2/2 Home with Fireplace, Formal Dining, Granite Counter-tops & New Appliances. Chaparral Estates, near Hunter Park on the Lake. $269,000 FIRM

#39493 Brick home 3/2/2 Ready for Move-In. Split Bedrooms, Fireplace, Large Storage w/loft, Large Fenced Back Yard. Updated Appliances, A/C, and Roof. Ft. Worth side of Granbury. No HOA. Reduced to $105,000

#57303 10 ACRES - No Subdivision - 1960 Site Built 2/2 + Sunroom. Home needs TLC. Includes 2/2 Mobile. Shop. Shed/Carport/Storage 26x100. Trees on back of property. Private setting. Selling ‘As Is’. REDUCED TO $139,000

10 ACRES

#21203 Lakeside Two-in-One. 3653 sq.ft. includesattached guest suite. Open or lock apart. Total 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 living, 2 kitchens, 2 utility areas, sunroom. Waterfront has boat ramp & boat slip. $249,000

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#62083 RESORT LIVING - Come for the Weekend or Stay Forever. Lake access. Walk to all Downtown Activities and City Beach. Clean 1368 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Nice cov-ered parking & covered patio. FencedYard. Storage Bldg. New Roof.NOW $104,900

BRAZOS HARBOR

Adjoining Properties - Currently Rentals

#39103 2006 SW Home 3/1 on large lot. $36,900#13783 2006 SW Home 3/1 on 2 lots. $36,900These can be bought as a pack-age deal. Also with #60153.

RENTALS

#60153 Private setting with large front lawn and Pecan Trees. Spacious Palm Harbor DW with 3/2 Screened Porch & Covered Deck. 30x30 Shop Building w/elec. $112,900

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Albert Land,Owner Broker817-279-2676

817-573-7564Visit us on the web - www.albertland.com email: [email protected]

# 135 3 - 2.5 - 3 BRICK HOME ON HEAVILY WOODED LOT WITH LAKE ACCESS ON FT. WORTH SIDE OF GRANBURY; Split bedroom open concept floor plan offers spacious bedrooms; large island kitchen with ceramic counter tops & full backsplash; 2 dining areas; lots of ceramic flooring; landscaped yard with sprinkler system; cut stone gas-log fireplace is center peace of living area; full 3 car-garage. ASKING $257,000

# 210 A WALL OF WINDOWS VIEWS LAKE GRANBURY beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 story home in Gated – Golf Course Community: home offers 2 master suites; recently completed remodel shows off an elegant home loaded with amenities : Granite kitchen tops, stainless whirl-pool gold series appliance pkg., lots of ceramic flooring, custom lighting & faucets, zoned A/C –Heat system and more; a 2 year old covered dock offers boat lift and double jet ski lift. $355,000

# 125 SECLUDED 3-2-2 BRICK COUNTRY HOME on 17.3 ACRES; large pecan and oak trees; beautiful country style home; lots of covered porch with view of pond & creek; spacious island kitchen; landscaped yard area w/sprin-kler; coastal pasture; nice barn w/pens & hay storage. Asking $269,000

#105 CUSTOM BUILT 3 BR – 2.5 BATH – 2 CAR GARAGE HOME ON GREAT WOODED LOT; Split bedroom, open con-cept floor plan features a spacious cook top island kitchen; large master suite includes marbled jetted tub, separate marble shower, marble vanities, and walk-in closet; roomy guest bedrooms separated by jack & jill bath arrangement; shady privacy fenced back yard; oversized garage work shop area: Asking $175,000 – looking for an offer!

# 120 CUSTOM 4 BEDROOM, 4 BATH, 3 CAR-GARAGE HOME ON WATERVIEW LOT IN PRESTIGIOUS HARBOR LAKES ADDITION; Upstairs game room with covered balcony displaying a view of the Harbor Lakes golf course, ponds and Lake Granbury; shows like new landscaped yard w/sprinkler system, wrought iron fencing, island kitchen w/granite tops & full ceramic back splash kitchen aid appliances. Offered at $ 459,000

BUILDING LOTS AVAILABLE

# 145 BEAUTIFUL HILLTOP 9.9 ACRE WOOD TRACT with this spacious 3 BR, 3 BATH, 2 CCP manufactured home offering a shop building, 34 X 40 livestock barn, and a very secluded setting; open concept split bedroom floor plan with 2 living areas and a large island kitchen; lots of large oak trees provide ample shade and covered front and rear decking to view wildlife and scenery; enjoy the outdoors. ASKING $ 150,000

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Designing a Flower Garden? Don’t Make These 5 Rookie Mistakes

By: Lisa Kaplan GordonPublished: May 18, 2012

Excited about designing your first flower garden? Calm down before you make these 5 rookie mistakes. When designing your first flower garden, you’re bound to make some mistakes. Nick Statton of Monrovia plant sellers says beginners don’t ask enough questions or read plant-ing labels. The cure? Don’t be shy about bugging your local plant growers with basic inquiries - they’re there to help!

George Pisegna of The Horticultural Society of New York says newbies don’t know enough about their soil. Get smart by testing your soil.

What other mistakes do first-time gardeners make when designing and planting their flower gardens?

Mistake 1: Disregarding the sun

Do you know how many hours of full sun your garden gets each day in each season?

If you can delay gratification, study your yard over a year before designing a garden. See how long the sun shines in the fall, spring, and summer. Read planting labels to determine how much sun a particular plant needs.

Sun-loving plants, such as roses, need at least 6 hours of sun a day; partial sun/shade plants need 4 to 6 hours; and shade plants need little or dappled sunlight: more sun can burn their leaves.

Mistake 2: Failing to consider color

It doesn’t matter what color story you tell, just make sure you know the story before you plant. Here are some ideas: •Pull out your color wheel and find plants with complementary colors, such as yellow coreopsis with violet salvia.

•Monochromatic gardens are stunners. Dot your one-color story with whites (daisies) and greens (hostas), considered neutrals in the garden world.

•If you want to attract birds, add plants with vivid colors. Hummingbirds like reds, and goldfinches fly to yellows.

•Pick blooms that contrast with the exterior paint color of your house, so plants will stand out and add to your curb appeal.

Mistake 3: Over-planting

When it comes to perennials, remember this rule: First year they sleep; second year they creep; third year they leap. Be sure to leave 2-3 feet between

plants, giving them room to breathe and space to grow.

Mistake 4: Favoring lines over bunches

Tulips look like lonely soldiers when planted in lines. Instead, arrange bulbs and plants in more natural-looking, odd-numbered clusters of 3, 5, 7, and so on.

Mistake 5: Forgetting that size matters

Check labels for mature plant heights. Tallest go in back; medium in the middle; shortest in front. And don’t forget to install a focal point, like an ornamental tree or fountain.

Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Re-printed from HouseLogic with permission of the NA-TIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®Copyright 2012. All rights reserved.

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1117 Mallard WayGorgeous, one-of-a-kind waterfront home in Water’s Edge. High ceilings, granite countertops, sunken wet bar, beautifully landscaped. Boat dock, hot tub and lots of room for entertaining inside and out. Energy efficient to the hilt, unbelievable low utility bills. Master bedroom downstairs. 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2 living areas and 3 car garage. This is lake living at it’s very best. Square footage is 3,333 square feet. Wonderful neighborhood. A Must See! $485,000.00Please Call Caryn Davis 817-964-0630

303 Turner Circle - Charming Olde Town at the Square Quality Construction Home with lots of charm and style. This 3 bed home has 3 full baths, hardwood floors, and a stone fireplace. Enjoy large front porch, or the park like views from the back patio. Kitchen has custom cabinetry,and granite countertops. $264,900 Jane Mouhot 817-894-0911

6312 Prospect Hill Great Family Home in Pecan Plantation with 4 Bdrm 2.5 Baths. Open Concept for Entertaining. Large backyard with Deck. Tall windows let in natural light. $174,900 Charlie Parrish 817-776-3493

3923 E Chippewa Updated Canal Home in Indian Harbor Lovely Home with much updating 3 bdr 2 bath 2 car garage + workshop w A/C This is a must see for summer fun! Boat dock with boat & jetski slips. Canal view from 4 rooms. $249,900 Charlie Parrish 817-776-3493

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1117 Mallard WayGorgeous, one-of-a-kind waterfront home in Water’s Edge. High ceilings, granite countertops, sunken wet bar, beautifully landscaped. Boat dock, hot tub and lots of room for entertaining inside and out. Energy efficient to the hilt, unbelievable low utility bills. Master bedroom downstairs. 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2 living areas and 3 car garage. This is lake living at it’s very best. Square footage is 3,333 square feet. Wonderful neighborhood. A Must See! $485,000.00Please Call Caryn Davis 817-964-0630

303 Turner Circle - Charming Olde Town at the Square Quality Construction Home with lots of charm and style. This 3 bed home has 3 full baths, hardwood floors, and a stone fireplace. Enjoy large front porch, or the park like views from the back patio. Kitchen has custom cabinetry,and granite countertops. $264,900 Jane Mouhot 817-894-0911

6312 Prospect Hill Great Family Home in Pecan Plantation with 4 Bdrm 2.5 Baths. Open Concept for Entertaining. Large backyard with Deck. Tall windows let in natural light. $174,900 Charlie Parrish 817-776-3493

3923 E Chippewa Updated Canal Home in Indian Harbor Lovely Home with much updating 3 bdr 2 bath 2 car garage + workshop w A/C This is a must see for summer fun! Boat dock with boat & jetski slips. Canal view from 4 rooms. $249,900 Charlie Parrish 817-776-3493

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Is it getting cooler, shadier, and less buggy on your patio and deck already? We hope so, because all week we’ve been helping you take back the outside with heat-beating misters, shade-makers, and bug fighters. Today, we’ll help you carve out a little patio privacy from neighbors’ prying eyes and bad taste in music with manu-factured or natural screens. You might even find indoor uses for some of these options.

Man-made screens

•A 4-panel, portable privacy screen, which can double as a room divider in winter, can block the view and some sound for about $300. Search and compare other options online.

•A privacy fence is a permanent and top-of-the-line solution. A 6-footer made of cedar costs $11 to $18 per linear foot; low-maintenance vinyl costs $20 to $30 a linear foot.

•Make one yourself: Get creative! Anything that stands between you and nosy/noisy neighbors will give you some privacy. A Laguna Beach, Calif. couple filled a wood frame with wood pots they bought from Ikea. They grew herbs in the pots and fashioned their own green wall.

Natural screens

•Instant green screen: Buy some giant house plants, like dieffenbachia or alocasias, and arrange them in a row on the edge of your patio or deck. Take them inside before the first frost, and put them out again next summer.

•Seasonal green: Plant some climbers, like wisteria or clema-tis, in big pots flanking panels of freestanding trellis. The plants will grow up and fill in spaces with beauty and fra-grance. A row of sunflowers makes a glorious and lush sound and vi-sual barrier (plus, it feeds the birds).

•Forever green: Bamboo is thick and quick-grow-ing, but tricky to contain. Dig a narrow ditch in front of plants and mow down shoots that creep over the line. Leyland Cypress - tall, cylinder-like trees - will grow 3 to 4 feet a year and eventually create a towering and ever-green hedge.

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Screens Protect Your Patio’s Right to Privacy


Instead of selling houses Saturday June 2, members of the Granbury Association of Realtors (GAR) began work to help re-do the exterior of a home within the historical district of the City of Granbury.

The home, located at 825 Switzer, belongs to Har-old and Linda Lashley. It was chosen by the GAR from nominations submitted in April from property owners in the historical district outlining why they felt their home would benefit from the revitalization and explanations about why they were unable to restore the home themselves.

According to Preserve Granbury, this built was built in North Central Texas during the 1890s as a simple Folk Hall-and-Parlor or Central Passage (dogtrot) house. “These houses are considered to be ‘icons’ of the culture of the Upland South, an area consisting mostly of Tennessee, Missouri, Kentucky and Arkansas,” explains Mary Saltarelli. “Most of the settlers in this area came from Ten-nessee.”

“When the City of Granbury conducted a survey of historic resources in the neighbor-hood in 2008, the owner told the surveys that this house was built in the 1890s by the railroad in Walnut Springs for a local worker. She said her husband’s father moved the house from Walnut Springs to Granbury in 1947.”

Kay Bailey, president of the GAR, says “Project Redo” was an effort to give back to the community while helping increase the value of properties in the community.”

“I think it’s a God-sent blessing ,” Mrs. Lashley told the Hood County News in an article in the home town newspaper. “We are just not able to complete everything that needs to be done to this house. She said high winds blew off a 6-foot sec-

tion of the roof recently which they were unable to repair themselves. “I just thought, oh Lord, we need some help.”

Charlie Parrish, head of the GAR Public Relations committee was proud to report that work was done to re-roof the house, scrape and paint the exterior with historic colors, re-move a tree that is growing too close

to the house, install a new walkway, and spruce up the landscaping. The work was completed with a large amount of help from local businesses and contractors. Charlie explained, “We absolutely could not have done this without the support of our donors, the affiliates of GAR as well as members of the community who stepped up to complete this project. It was a group effort from start to finish and I could not be more proud of my committee members, the volunteers and the donors.”

First Annual Granbury REALTOR Redo Project a Success

Workers stand in front of the home to discuss plans for the update

Volunteers scrape paint and add caulk around the windows.

The finished product.


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407-GREAT WEEKENDER 20X21 covered deck, boat slip, new foun-dation, steel piers in 2009, new roof 2008, close to stores, shop-ping & the historic town square. A polished jewel just waiting for you. $129,900 MLS# 11771637

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828-GREAT HOOD COUNTY RANCH LAND 18 acres of pasture (2) stock tanks. 175X40 barn with 12 stalls, 10 paddocks each with piped in wa-ter. 4000 ft of piped fencing. Huge doublewide with large covered porches just waiting for you. Good sandy loam for your prized hors-es. $310,000 MLS# 11677293

914-OVERSIZED DOUBLEWIDE LOCATED ON 2 LOTS. Very roomy with 2 living areas, 2 dining areas, great kitchen with tons of cabinets & spacious work area. Separate utility room. Clean & ready for the lucky fam-ily. $67,900 MLS# 11635328

4013-BEAUTIFUL RIVER LOT IN PE-CAN PLANTATION. Ready to build your dream home. Convenient to all Pecan amenities. Seller says I am ready to sell! $30,000 MLS# 11690644

231-OH WOW! This is a real jewel. Totally remodeled. Pristine, clean & ready for you. This 3/2 home has a 4 stall covered carport. On 3 lots with large storage build-ing. $124,900 MLS# 11746352

222-SPACIOUS 3 BED 2½ BATH Located in quiet neighborhood, close to town & shopping. Large backyard for the kids. Great floor-plan. $155,000 MLS# 11767005

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SteveConley

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SteveCook

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PatCorrell

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411-CHARM AND CHARACTER ON MAINBODY IN DCBE. Easy access waterfront faces southeast for spectacular sunrises and afternoon shade. Custom 3/2½/2, 3400+ sq. ft. Huge living/dining with wall of windows. Massive master suite with connecting study. $625,000 MLS# 11718889

816-SCENIC HILLTOP SETTING ON 5 ACRES IN MOUNTAIN LAKES. Energy efficient 2392 sq.ft. home. Open concept. 2 living areas. 38X15 screened porch. Huge 70X30 metal shop with full living quarters. $335,000 MLS# 11777074

215-DECORDOVA BEND ESTATES - 4 BEDROOM PRICED TO SELL! Beautiful old oaks shade the front and back yards of this attractive Austin Stone 4 bedroom home. Corner wood burning fireplace and walls of windows in den. Split bedrooms. Covered back porch. Circular driveway. $119,900 MLS# 11765271

228-100% FINANCING AVAILABLE on this home. Check out the virtual tour! This is a fantastic buy on this darling 3bd/2ba on large lot with big fenced backyard. Hurry! Waterfront community has its own boat launch, pool, etc. $98,500 MLS# 11688853

605-WATERFRONT DREAM!! Like new 3/2 manufactured home just off mainbody. Open concept. Covered decks & porches. 14X12 shop, 2 car carport, storm shelter. Boat dock with lift, retaining walls with patio by water. JUST MOVE RIGHT IN & ENJOY THE LAKE! $129,900 MLS# 11575680

246-GOLF COURSE HOME OVERLOOKING HARBOR LAKES GOLF CLUB. Beautiful newer home has a very open floorplan with a spacious living area, split bedrooms & 2 dining rooms. Ceramic tile in all rooms except 2 bedrooms. Large walk in closets & oversized garage. $178,900 MLS# 11776102

216-WANT A WEEKENDER OR SMALL GETAWAY IN DECORDOVA BEND ESTATES? This affordable 2/2/1 condo is just the ticket. Condo fee includes water, lawn & trash. Whether golfing or boating, don’t miss this opportunity. $78,500 MLS# 11661101

210-NICE 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH home in Heritage Heights. Great starter home with fireplace, large lot, new paint and nice landscaping. Close to town and shopping. $104,500 MLS# 11760766

244-GREAT LOCATION - FT. WORTH SIDE - Fantastic like-new custom home - Open concept with tall ceilings - spacious great room - cozy fireplace - Kitchen has granite countertops and abundant custom cabinets - and you’ll enjoy south breezes on the large back porch. $175,500 MLS# 11774601

223-DCBE REDUCED - Immaculate & charming one-owner custom. Nestled among tall trees, this lovely home contains over 1900 sq.ft. High ceilings throughout. Fireplaces in living, dining & master bedroom. 2 car garage plus golf cart area. Sprinklers. $157,000 MLS# 11685887

813-TOLAR AREA 5+ ACRES! Custom stone home, 4bd/3ba, large open living area with vaulted ceiling. Kitchen with large island/breakfast bar, pantry, stained concrete floors, 30x50 workshop on slab. Part of the pond is on this property. 1 acre tract that adjoins pond can be bought. $269,900 MLS# 11656635

835-470 ACRE RANCH, near Acton! Over 5000 sq.ft. ranch house, 2 large living areas, art studio, study, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, 3 car gar. In ground pool, dry and steam sauna, large patio & porches, fantastic views. 4 ponds, large lake, mature oak trees, excellent grasses, large barn & corrals. $2,295,000 MLS# 11733166

226-NEARLY NEW CUSTOM HOME in gated golf course community - Inviting Very Open 3 BR + Study, 2 BA, 3 Car Garage - Very Energy Efficient - Many Windows - 10’ Ceilings - Outstanding Spacious Master Suite. $214,500 MLS# 11727565

829-RANCH STYLE HOME on 2+ acres. 3bd/3ba, rock FP, fantastic kitchen with granite, 2nd living area or study. Nice trees, seasonal creek. 2nd living area could be formal dining. Easy access to Ft. Worth. $239,500 MLS# 11749576

418-UPDATED WATERFRONT IN DECORDOVA BEND. Beautiful lake views. Updated with new paint, new 30K roof, granite, travertine, hand-scraped wood and ceramic floors. Stainless steel appliances. 2 living and dining areas. 3bd/3ba. Boat dock, sprinklers. $389,500 MLS# 11694655

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407-GREAT WEEKENDER 20X21 covered deck, boat slip, new foundation, steel piers in 2009, new roof 2008, close to stores, shopping & the historic town square. A polished jewel just waiting for you. $129,900 MLS# 11771637

225-NEW CONSTRUCTION. Wonderful 4bd/2 bath with open living concept. Large lot, great location in subdivision near main gate and village. Fully engineered slab. 2-10 Warranty. Granite throughout. Radiant barrier. $172,900 MLS# 11651228

402-NEW WATERFRONT LISTING! Great location east side of Granbury. Good water, stone landing, double boat dock, 2 well landscaped lots, with trees. Immaculate 3/2/2 brick, extra garage for work shop, new AC and appliances. $229,500 MLS# 11684562

295-FIXER UPPER! 3BR, 2 bath, 2 story home on large corner lot. Detached 1 car garage & workshop with 1/2 bath. 1 car carport. Treed back yard. $42,000 MLS# 11770560

247-CHARMING & ADORABLE 3/2/2 in wonderful area close to town. Split bedrooms. Many updates. Lovely landscaping, inviting sunroom with lake view! WON’T LAST LONG! $112,500 MLS# 11713479

258-HARBOR LAKES! Custom built, 3/3/3 car garage, large open living area, beautiful master suite with double fireplace. Spacious kitchen, granite counter tops, island and breakfast bar. Large outdoor living space overlooking pool, and fantastic view of water and golf course. $349,900 MLS# 11756584

255-A HECK OF A DEAL! Appraised on tax roll for $643,000 in 2009. Listed today at $389,000. Great location with 6.1 acres fronting on Morgan outside city limits. 2bd/2ba house, lg. metal barn & lg. shed. $389,000 MLS# 11714211

604-IMMACULATE WATERFRONT on the Ft. Worth side. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, would make a great weekender, with split bedrooms, boat dock, storage building. $119,000 MLS# 11646589

415-AWESOME MAIN BODY WALKOUT W/PANORAMIC VIEWS! 2922 sq.ft. home, 184 feet waterfront. Lovely classic, custom-built home has great architectural lines. 2 rock fireplaces - one in the master bedroom. SELLER IS OFFERING A $30,000 UPDATE ALLOWANCE!! $449,000 CALL EVELYN TODAY! MLS# 11775492

291-TRULY SPECIAL HOME - 2/2½/2+ golf cart storage in beautiful DeCordova Bend Estates! Updated kitchen w/bar & island. Rock FP & wet bar. Beautiful courtyard w/enormous Oak trees, 16x16 covered patio & deck. $145,000 MLS# 11729239

276-QUALITY CUSTOM HOME ON BEAUTIFUL RIVER LOT! 3/2½/2 split bedrooms. Formal dining, gorgeous tile kitchen! Full RV setup. Screened porch overlooking the Brazos! Too lovely to describe!! ONLY $205,000 MLS# 11778934

245-DECORDOVA BEND ESTATES. Charming contemporary style home on an extra large treed & fenced lot with an inground gunite pool. Light and open floorplan, large den with WBFP & soaring ceilings. Formal & informal dining, spacious master suite on ground floor. $149,000 MLS# 11532002

420-WE’RE AT THE LAKE!! That’s what you’ll tell your friends about this charming 2/2 waterfront home! Large tree covered lot, wooden decks overlooking the lake. Retaining walls, boat dock with lift. NICE! $169,000 MLS# 11761685

602-4 BEDROOM WATERFRONT!! Beautiful views on OPEN WATER!! 4/2/2 carport, manufactured home. 2 living areas + bonus room off master. Huge covered deck, 16X14 storage-shop, rock underpinning, covered fishing dock, well + much more. LIKE NEW! - FHA financing available - $189,900 MLS# 11766859

202-DECORDOVA RANCH! Builder’s personal home with all the extras. Beautifully decorated, stained concrete floors, stone fireplace, fantastic floor plan, 2 full & 2 half baths, 3 spacious bedrooms & study. 3 car garage, well landscaped yard, very private. High energy efficiency. $374,500 MLS# 11753261


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SteveCook

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PatCorrell

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817-579-1504 or 800-749-8199 Outside of Granbury

411-CHARM AND CHARACTER ON MAINBODY IN DCBE. Easy access waterfront faces southeast for spectacular sunrises and afternoon shade. Custom 3/2½/2, 3400+ sq. ft. Huge living/dining with wall of windows. Massive master suite with connecting study. $625,000 MLS# 11718889

816-SCENIC HILLTOP SETTING ON 5 ACRES IN MOUNTAIN LAKES. Energy efficient 2392 sq.ft. home. Open concept. 2 living areas. 38X15 screened porch. Huge 70X30 metal shop with full living quarters. $335,000 MLS# 11777074

215-DECORDOVA BEND ESTATES - 4 BEDROOM PRICED TO SELL! Beautiful old oaks shade the front and back yards of this attractive Austin Stone 4 bedroom home. Corner wood burning fireplace and walls of windows in den. Split bedrooms. Covered back porch. Circular driveway. $119,900 MLS# 11765271

228-100% FINANCING AVAILABLE on this home. Check out the virtual tour! This is a fantastic buy on this darling 3bd/2ba on large lot with big fenced backyard. Hurry! Waterfront community has its own boat launch, pool, etc. $98,500 MLS# 11688853

605-WATERFRONT DREAM!! Like new 3/2 manufactured home just off mainbody. Open concept. Covered decks & porches. 14X12 shop, 2 car carport, storm shelter. Boat dock with lift, retaining walls with patio by water. JUST MOVE RIGHT IN & ENJOY THE LAKE! $129,900 MLS# 11575680

246-GOLF COURSE HOME OVERLOOKING HARBOR LAKES GOLF CLUB. Beautiful newer home has a very open floorplan with a spacious living area, split bedrooms & 2 dining rooms. Ceramic tile in all rooms except 2 bedrooms. Large walk in closets & oversized garage. $178,900 MLS# 11776102

216-WANT A WEEKENDER OR SMALL GETAWAY IN DECORDOVA BEND ESTATES? This affordable 2/2/1 condo is just the ticket. Condo fee includes water, lawn & trash. Whether golfing or boating, don’t miss this opportunity. $78,500 MLS# 11661101

210-NICE 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH home in Heritage Heights. Great starter home with fireplace, large lot, new paint and nice landscaping. Close to town and shopping. $104,500 MLS# 11760766

244-GREAT LOCATION - FT. WORTH SIDE - Fantastic like-new custom home - Open concept with tall ceilings - spacious great room - cozy fireplace - Kitchen has granite countertops and abundant custom cabinets - and you’ll enjoy south breezes on the large back porch. $175,500 MLS# 11774601

223-DCBE REDUCED - Immaculate & charming one-owner custom. Nestled among tall trees, this lovely home contains over 1900 sq.ft. High ceilings throughout. Fireplaces in living, dining & master bedroom. 2 car garage plus golf cart area. Sprinklers. $157,000 MLS# 11685887

813-TOLAR AREA 5+ ACRES! Custom stone home, 4bd/3ba, large open living area with vaulted ceiling. Kitchen with large island/breakfast bar, pantry, stained concrete floors, 30x50 workshop on slab. Part of the pond is on this property. 1 acre tract that adjoins pond can be bought. $269,900 MLS# 11656635

835-470 ACRE RANCH, near Acton! Over 5000 sq.ft. ranch house, 2 large living areas, art studio, study, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, 3 car gar. In ground pool, dry and steam sauna, large patio & porches, fantastic views. 4 ponds, large lake, mature oak trees, excellent grasses, large barn & corrals. $2,295,000 MLS# 11733166

226-NEARLY NEW CUSTOM HOME in gated golf course community - Inviting Very Open 3 BR + Study, 2 BA, 3 Car Garage - Very Energy Efficient - Many Windows - 10’ Ceilings - Outstanding Spacious Master Suite. $214,500 MLS# 11727565

829-RANCH STYLE HOME on 2+ acres. 3bd/3ba, rock FP, fantastic kitchen with granite, 2nd living area or study. Nice trees, seasonal creek. 2nd living area could be formal dining. Easy access to Ft. Worth. $239,500 MLS# 11749576

418-UPDATED WATERFRONT IN DECORDOVA BEND. Beautiful lake views. Updated with new paint, new 30K roof, granite, travertine, hand-scraped wood and ceramic floors. Stainless steel appliances. 2 living and dining areas. 3bd/3ba. Boat dock, sprinklers. $389,500 MLS# 11694655

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INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL TREED DOUBLE LOTS WITH WALK OUT WATER JUST OFF MAIN BODY AND POOL! Large family home with fresh paint and carpet inside and out. Large outdoor covered patios, pool bath, large workshop and RV-boat storage area. Two fireplaces and huge family room with vaulted ceilings. Three hot water heaters, several HVAC units, separate storage area for fishing and water equipment and great boat dock. $369,000

SPACIOUS HOME ONE CORNER LOT IN DE-CORDOVA BEND ESTATES. Lovely home with large rooms throughout create a warm home as you enter the tiled entry. A extra large eat-in kitchen with worlds of storage and china cabinets features a large island and double ovens. Fridge, dining room table and chairs, washer and dryer included in sale of the home.A $4000.00 carpet allowance with agreed on Price $148,990

Nice 3 bedroom home with spacious rooms on lot with large trees and good grass. Good location close to shopping, theater, and lake. Perfect for investment or retirement. Nice neighborhood. $61,900

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If you prefer a drier cool, as opposed to misters we mentioned yesterday, read on to find some quick ways to make some shade. Plus, get some tips on getting shade with some quick-growing trees. Immediate relief

Umbrellas, awnings, and quick-assembly patio tents are quick, although sometimes costly, meth-ods of creating shade instantly.

The ubiquitous patio umbrella-found even in grocery stores for $30-can either stand alone upright or offset, or slip into a hole in your patio table.

Choose an umbrella that tilts, so you can block the sun at any angle. Or get one that’s fabulous, like Frontgate’s Rimbou Lotus Shade, which looks like a giant palm frond.

(Cost: $1,795.)

Retractable awnings, a permanent feature of older southern homes, are traditional shade makers for outdoor areas up to 12 feet from your house. Motorized awnings take the fuss out of opening and closing. Depending on size and what kind of bells and whistles they come with, awnings typically cost from $400 to $3,000.

Portable awnings are my favorite, because they make shade wher-ever, not just areas close to the house. SunSetter’s Large Oasis Freestanding Awning measuring 16 ft. by 10 ft., can provide 160 sq. ft. of shade. (Cost: $1,549 manual; $2,099 motorized.)

A cloth gazebo (aka patio tent or canopy) is another option that’s

great for entertain-ing. You can go simple and inexpen-sive ($50 for Target’s Outdoor Patio Pariesienne Gazebo Canopy, though online reviews indi-cate you get what you pay for). Or you can step it up with the Garden Oasis Lighted Gazebo, complete with lights and netting for $700 at Sears.Long-term re-leafGrowing shade trees is the greenest-and slowest-way to block the sun on patios and decks. There’s nothing as cool as sitting under the shade of an old oak tree.

If you can’t wait 20 years for a little shade, plant a quick-growing variety which, in tree language, means it grows a couple of feet or more each year. You can rush the process by paying more and buying big trees, and you’ll see a return on your investment. Here are some species to consider. •American Elm: (Zones 2-9) Grows rapidly up to 100 feet tall and 120 feet wide. Adapts to varied climates and soil conditions.

•October Glory Red Maple: (Zones 4-9) Provides a 35-foot spread and grows to 40 feet high.

•Sawtooth Oak: (Zones 4-9) Dark green summer foli-age turns yellow to brown in fall. Wildlife will love its acorns.

•Chinese Pistache: (Zones 6-9) Wonderful wide canopy and grows in all but the coldest zones.

•Natchez Crape Myrtle: (Zones 7-10) Lots of long-blooming white flowers and cinnamon-colored bark.

Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Reprinted from HouseLogic with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®Copyright 2012. All rights reserved.

Quick Ways to Make Some Shade, But Don’t Forget: Trees Are Best

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By: Dave Toht

Published: November 25, 2009

A few cost-effective add-ons can give a modest deck an edge and deliver a handsome payback should you sell your house.

Hidden fasteners for decking

For years now, deck screws have been the fastener of choice. (Nails, prone to popping out over time, are old news.) Deck screws come in a useful range of colors, won’t corrode, and hold exception-ally well. However, even when installed carefully, they cover the deck with rows of little pockmarks—tiny depressions that may have splintered edges and trap dirt.

Enter the hidden fastener. This clever innovation holds deck planks down while leaving the surface looking sleek and mini-malist. There are scores of hidden fasteners on the market, each of a slightly different design. One category fastens with a screw to the framing and grips the side of each plank with barbs. Another fits into a groove in the side of the plank (some composite planks come with this groove) before being fas-tened to the joist. Yet another type fastens from underneath the deck, firmly snugging the decking onto the joists.

Hidden fasteners are labor intensive to install, which adds a premium of about $4 per square foot compared with the cost of an installation using deck screws. However, many deck owners find the investment worthwhile, especially if they have selected composite, vinyl, or premium wood decking and want to show off these materials to best advantage.

Adding style with planters

Planters give a deck character. The various shapes and sizes of planters add texture and color. Built-in versions, often made of the same material as the decking, can be positioned to separate seating areas from cooking areas. When planted with tall plants, such as ornamental grasses, they can act as living privacy screens.

Wood planters typically are lined with galvanized sheet metal, plastic containers, or are built to conceal standard pots that are easily removed for cleaning or planting. Planters made of pressure-treated wood sometimes forego the liner altogether.

With all built-ins, some means of drainage is necessary, which may mean you’ll have to bore holes in the bot-

tom of the container. Because excess water will drain from the bottom of your planter, you’ll need to be mindful of where you posi-tion the planter. If you hire a pro to custom build your deck planters, assume a cost of $150 to $250 labor and materials for each lineal foot of a 2-foot deep and 2-foot high built-in planter.

Built-ins aren’t your only option. Home centers offer a wide variety of planters avail-able at prices from $10 to $200. Ceramic or cement pots can be a decorative feature,

running $50 and up for a 2-foot tall container. Hanging plant-ers (about $25 each) are a great addition to a pergola or trellis. Planters that attach to the railing ($70 for a 40-inch-long ter-racotta planter with metal holder) all but disappear when filled with plants.

Cable railings

Railings are typically required on any deck when the deck-ing surface is more than 2 feet above ground. Railings are the most visible part of the deck from ground level and offer a great opportunity to echo the colors and architectural details of your house. However, if you are lucky enough to a have a scenic vista (or just an awfully nice yard) you won’t want the railing in the way.

One solution is a cable railing--thin stainless steel cables strung tautly between wood or metal posts. This alternative looks great, preserves the view and, at a cost of about $70 per lineal foot for a pro installation, is about $1,200 more expensive than a standard wood railing for a 16x20-foot deck. To further spare the budget, consider using cable only where the view is impor-tant and use wood elsewhere. Or, if you are handy, do it your-self for a materials cost of about $25 a lineal foot.

Taming the sun with shade sails

Overhead structures like wood pergolas and trellises help shield a deck from the sun, adding a pleasantly dappled shade pat-tern. However, they can be costly to install and challenging to maintain over the years.

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Shade sails are a cool, eye-catching alternative. Made of UV-resistant polyethylene knit fabric, sails are triangular, square, and rectangular, and come in a variety of colors. They produce a muted, diffuse light, cutting the glare of full sunlight while still permitting light into windows adjacent to the deck. Shade is not all the sails offer. Many homeowners consider shade sails a form of aerial sculpture and delight in watching them rise and fall gently in the evening breeze.

Shade sails for a 16 x 20-foot deck would cost about $5,500 when professionally installed. (Expect to pay at least 30% more for a custom-built pergola of comparable size.) If you have a smaller installation in mind, you can buy a 12-foot triangular shade at your home center for as little as $200. However, bear in mind that a sail can exert a mighty force on a windy day and must be attached to the framing of the house or to steel or wooden poles set in concrete. A profes-sional installation is recommended. Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Reprinted from HouseLogic with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Copyright 2012. All rights reserved.

Lee Overstreet, GRI

817-219-5246REALTOR ®115 W. Pearl St. Granbury, TX 76048

Very nice brick home on the #12 green in Pecan Plantation. Features in-clude 2 living/2 dining, 2 fireplaces, split bedroom arrangement, walk-in clos-ets in all bedrooms. New oven & microwave, HVAC upgrade, in-ground swim-ming pool, oversize ga-rage w/golf cart storage, circle drive & low main-tenance yard. $150,000

Royal Oaks - 3/2/2 brick home in a well estab-listed neighborhood near schools & shopping. Vault-ed ceiling in living area, fireplace, large fenced yard, trees. No owner’s association. $119,500

Great home for the money. 3-2-2 with brick and siding exterior. Split bedroom arrangement, 10 foot ceilings in living, kitchen and dining areas. 1.5 lots, 2 storage buildings. Located in a gated com-munity with lake access. REDUCED $135,000

Pecan Plantation - Up-dated 3/2/2 brick home on shady orchard lot. Fea-tures include two living areas , granite counter-tops, hardwood flooring, ceramic tile & carpet, split bedroom arrangement, walk-in closets. Fenced yard, separate golf cart/shop building. Ready for move-in. $152,000

NUTCRACKER Elegant golf course home on a quiet cul-de-sac. Relax on the large covered pa-tio overlooking the Nut-cracker #2 fairway and tee boxes. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, featuring 2 living/2 dining areas, split bedroom ar-rangement, circle drive, 3 car garage, fenced yard, sprinkler system, & land-scaping. $269,000

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DECORDOVA - Custom 3/2.5/2+ brick home with upgrades and extras. Two living and 2 dining ar-eas. Granite countertops, gas fireplace, ceramic tile, carpeting and wood flooring. Separate study, walk-in closets, many built-ins. Private, fenced yard with covered patios, terracing, & landscaping. Shows very well $260,000

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By: Andrea Nordstrom Caughey

Published: March 18, 2010

A broad selection of patio pavers accompanies increased demand for outdoor living spaces.

That variety is driven by considerable consumer demand. A 2009 Outdoor Living Trend Report by Researchandmarkets.com says that sales of outdoor living products accounted for more than 5% of all purchases at Lowe’s home improvement centers, and a whopping 29% of sales—about $2.1 billion--at Home Depot.

And there’s value to be had in a patio, too. Mack Strickland of Strickland Appraisal Ser-vices, Inc., in Chester, Va., pegs patio recovery costs at anywhere from 30% to 60%, depending on the region of the country and material choices.

Getting on base

Choosing patio paving ma-terials begins with a decision about what kind of base to install. The base—the mate-rial that supports the pav-ers—must be firm, strong, and designed to stand up to years of foot traffic and weather.

The options include, sand, gravel, and concrete. Sand and gravel perform equally well, and cost about the same to install. Both sand and gravel bases are relatively easy do-it-yourself projects.

Both sand and gravel bases feature “dry set” paver installa-tions—the paving materials are set in place, and then fine sand is swept into the joints between the materials to secure them. Every two or three years, fresh sand must be swept into the joints to replace sand that’s settled out, and pavers that have become loose must be reset. Expect to pay $2 to $3 per sq. ft. for a DIY job, and $3 to $5 per sq. ft. for a professional installation of the base alone.

A concrete base offers greater longevity and stability, with less potential for settling. On a concrete base, the paving materials are set permanently with mortar, and ongoing maintenance is minimal. Expect to pay $5 to $8 per sq. ft. for a professionally installed concrete base.

Smart Options: Patio Pavers

Brick

Brick pavers offer warmth and the possibility of intricate pat-terns. Thinner than typical “builder bricks” used on home siding, they’re formulated to hold up under heavy foot traffic. Brick pavers come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and finishes, and can look old or new. Because they’re often small-er than other paver sizes, installation costs can be higher. Depending on budget, they can be installed in sand, granite, or over concrete.

Brick pavers: $14 to $20 per sq. ft., professionally installed.

Concrete

Concrete is now available in numerous finishes (brushed, acid washed, scored, and stamped) and many hues. Its long lifespan and relatively inexpensive installation make it a popular choice. “For colder climates, consider add-ing $1 to $2 per sq. ft. for a specialized base preparation and concrete additive,” says Chris Fenmore, principal with Garden Studio Landscape Design.

Stamped concrete can add a pattern to your patio, simulat-

ing slate, brick, or stone, but also adds an additional instal-lation expense of $1.50 to $2 per sq. ft. and can be prone to cracking. Concrete can also be scored to create patterns or borders.

Concrete: $6 to $12 per sq. ft., depending on finish and color.

Concrete pavers

Concrete pavers come in countless shapes and sizes, and can be fashioned to look like real stone. Unlike other materials, the concrete is molded, not cut, making them more cost effec-tive, uniform, and stronger than many natural paver varieties. They’re readily available at home improvement centers and are well-suited to DIY patio projects.

Interlocking pavers, a variation of concrete pavers, have gained popularity in recent years for their relative affordability, minimal maintenance, and quick installation. Continued on p. 28

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Concrete pavers: $13 to $20 per sq. ft.

Interlocking pavers: $15 to $20 per sq. ft., $20 to $35 installed.

Stone, slate, & marble

Although almost any stone can work as a paver, cost and practi-cality typically focus on sandstone, limestone, slate, and granite. The materials you select can be especially cost-efficient if they come from locally operated quarries; check your lo-cal stone supplier before looking at national home im-provement chains. Avoid coating stones with sealers that will peel or chip over time.

Sandstone, slate, granite: $17 to $28 per sq. ft., profes-sionally installed

Decomposed granite and pebble surfaces

Decomposed granite is comprised of very small pieces of granite, ranging in size from ¼-inch to the consistency of sand. Although an affordable option, decomposed granite patios may need to be replenished periodically as the surface can erode with time, presenting higher maintenance costs. This application may be a poor choice in climates with lots of rain and snow.

“Budget $1 per sq. ft. for maintenance costs every two to three years,” suggests David McCullough, landscape architect and ASLA board member. Also, decomposed granite isn’t solid and furniture legs may sink into the surface. Adding stabilizers that help bind particles together can strengthen the surface.

Decomposed granite and pebble surfaces: $1.50 per sq. ft. with-out stabilizers, $2 with stabilizers

Recycled materials

Recycling hardscape materials, such as cast-off concrete sec-tions from a neighbor’s old driveway or sidewalk, is a cost-effec-tive and eco-friendly alternative to new materials. Check nearby construction sites for old materials (and be sure to ask permis-sion before hauling anything away).

Bathroom Trends (cont’d)

282-MULTI-LEVEL RIVERFRONT HOME in Pecan with 2-level deck overlooking river. 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths, about 2862 sq. ft. 2 lots & 1 assessment. Updated island kitchen with granite, wood floors. Attached 2-car garage with walled off golf cart or workshop space. $299,000 MLS# 11778729

200-COZY AND WELL MAINTAINED one-story 3-bedroom home with two living areas on quiet street in DCBE. Nice-size kitchen with breakfast bar opens to family room with wood-burning fireplace. Large back yard. $149,900 MLS# 11678828

416-GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT HOME ON 2 LOTS IN PECAN PLANTATION; 1 assessment. Separate studio with half bath for art, hobbies, or guest quarters. Great river views. Master down; 3 fireplaces; 3 living areas. Sellers offering kitchen & bath upgrade allowances. $287,000 MLS# 11595055

229-ATTRACTIVE PRICE FOR YOUNG COUPLES looking at making cosmetic changes. Open kitchen/family room with double doors to wood deck for entertaining and cooking. Corner lot, circular drive, storage building, huge pecan trees. Seller will pay 1/2 of HOA initiation fee. $129,900 MLS# 11653672

253-FIRST CLASS CUSTOM DESIGNED HOME with all the amenities. Plantation shutters, 2 fireplaces, screened-in porch, lighted glass cabinetry, plated shelves, granite countertops, wood floors, heavy gauge metal roof, and relaxing orchard setting in Pecan Plantation. $199,000 MLS# 11654515

236-BEAUTIFUL TREED GOLF COURSE SETTING IN DCBE. Wrought iron fenced back yard with covered porch and huge deck overlooking 10th green. New paint and trim, granite countertops in master bath suite. $279,000 MLS# 11767795

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www.roddavis.remaxtexas.com4810 E. Hwy. 377

Granbury, Texas 76049

817-579-1504

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

254-LIGHT & BRIGHT, sitting in nice neighborhood with quick access to Hwy. 377 on Fort Worth side. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, on corner lot. Good starter home for first-time homebuyers or for investors. $96,000 MLS# 11743987273-GORGEOUS HEAVILY TREED CREEK SETTING with wood deck & outdoor patio. Charming 3-bedrm home with designer touches, stainless kitchen appliances, granite tile countertops & hard surface floors. Fireplace & 2 living areas. $162,500 MLS# 11747956

220-BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED with all the amenities and gorgeous curb appeal. Open concept, island kitchen, granite counters; heavy moulding; split bedrooms; jetted tub; gas logs; ceiling fans, golf cart garage, circle driveway. $239,000 MLS# 11780177

Although the materials are usually free, you’ll need to enlist helpers and the use of a pick-up truck to transport every-thing to your patio site. Expect to save $500 to $800 on a standard 12x12-foot patio versus newly purchased pavers, and you’ll be building a one-of-a-kind creation. Look for ma-terials that provide uniform thickness. Mixing materials

Combining different materials—such as brick and concrete, or stone and rock trim, can create an interesting and customized feel. “Too much hardscape can be tedious,” notes Southern Califor-nia designer Chris Fenmore. “I often like to use four-inch troughs separating masonry from con-crete that can be filled with gravel, beach rocks, or ground cover. They provide a bit of relief from the hardscape and nice detail, adding to the custom look of the yard.”

Keeping maintenance low

Most paving options, with the exception of decomposed granite or gravel, require little maintenance. The key is a solid foundation, installation experts say. A poorly built base can cause your patio to become uneven and the stones or concrete to crack. “If your backyard is especially uneven, it may be easier to add a few steps than to level everything out,” advises McCullough.

“Be sure your paving product can withstand weather condi-tions in your area,” notes S. Penny Triplett, a real estate and appraisal expert with Pissocra Mathias Realty in Ohio. Also, because some minimal cracking may occur over time, especially around paver joints, “consider purchasing 10% more of the product you install, including grouting in the cho-sen color, in case you need to make repairs,” says Fenmore.

Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Reprinted from HouseLogic with permission of the NATIONAL ASSO-CIATION OF REALTORS®Copyright 2012. All rights reserved.


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282-MULTI-LEVEL RIVERFRONT HOME in Pecan with 2-level deck overlooking river. 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths, about 2862 sq. ft. 2 lots & 1 assessment. Updated island kitchen with granite, wood floors. Attached 2-car garage with walled off golf cart or workshop space. $299,000 MLS# 11778729

200-COZY AND WELL MAINTAINED one-story 3-bedroom home with two living areas on quiet street in DCBE. Nice-size kitchen with breakfast bar opens to family room with wood-burning fireplace. Large back yard. $149,900 MLS# 11678828

416-GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT HOME ON 2 LOTS IN PECAN PLANTATION; 1 assessment. Separate studio with half bath for art, hobbies, or guest quarters. Great river views. Master down; 3 fireplaces; 3 living areas. Sellers offering kitchen & bath upgrade allowances. $287,000 MLS# 11595055

229-ATTRACTIVE PRICE FOR YOUNG COUPLES looking at making cosmetic changes. Open kitchen/family room with double doors to wood deck for entertaining and cooking. Corner lot, circular drive, storage building, huge pecan trees. Seller will pay 1/2 of HOA initiation fee. $129,900 MLS# 11653672

253-FIRST CLASS CUSTOM DESIGNED HOME with all the amenities. Plantation shutters, 2 fireplaces, screened-in porch, lighted glass cabinetry, plated shelves, granite countertops, wood floors, heavy gauge metal roof, and relaxing orchard setting in Pecan Plantation. $199,000 MLS# 11654515

236-BEAUTIFUL TREED GOLF COURSE SETTING IN DCBE. Wrought iron fenced back yard with covered porch and huge deck overlooking 10th green. New paint and trim, granite countertops in master bath suite. $279,000 MLS# 11767795

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Rod Davis, ABRREALTOR Associate

www.roddavis.remaxtexas.com4810 E. Hwy. 377

Granbury, Texas 76049

817-579-1504

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

254-LIGHT & BRIGHT, sitting in nice neighborhood with quick access to Hwy. 377 on Fort Worth side. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, on corner lot. Good starter home for first-time homebuyers or for investors. $96,000 MLS# 11743987273-GORGEOUS HEAVILY TREED CREEK SETTING with wood deck & outdoor patio. Charming 3-bedrm home with designer touches, stainless kitchen appliances, granite tile countertops & hard surface floors. Fireplace & 2 living areas. $162,500 MLS# 11747956

220-BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED with all the amenities and gorgeous curb appeal. Open concept, island kitchen, granite counters; heavy moulding; split bedrooms; jetted tub; gas logs; ceiling fans, golf cart garage, circle driveway. $239,000 MLS# 11780177

218-VERY UNIQUE 3 STORY, 2 bedroom, 2½ bath home in Mountain Lakes. Great views from the many windows and decks. 1st floor living, kitchen, dining needs finish out. $68,000 MLS# 11773437

260-PECAN PLANTATION 3BR-2½-2 large living area with WBFP. Split bedroom arrangement, eat in kitchen & formal dining area. Upstairs game room with ½ bath. Sprinklers, circle drive. $174,000 MLS# 11556189

405-LAKE GRANBURY MAIN-BODY WATERFRONT 3 story, contemporary style living. 4 BR, 3½ baths, 3 car garage. Views from almost every room of the house. Double decker boat dock with boat & jet ski lifts. $499,000 MLS# 11730052

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406-WATERFRONT HOME with spectacular views of water and trees. 3BR/3 bath, open living, dining and kitchen. Glassed sunroom with mini kitchen. Inground heated, pool and spa. $320,000 MLS# 11779825

903-LOTS OF ROOM IN THIS 4BR, 2 BATH MANUFAC-TURED HOME. Open concept, living, dining & kitchen. Split bedroom, separate cozy den with fireplace. Located on large corner lot. $60,000 MLS# 11771961

805-GORGEOUS 4BR/4.5 BATH, 2 STORY ROCK CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME ON 20 ACRES. Outdoor kitchen, pool & spa. Separate 2BR/1 bath guest house. 2 barns, well & pond. Fenced & cross fenced. $775,000 MLS# 11784489

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51023 - GOLF COURSE Home DeCordova Bend Es-tates on #4 FAIRWAY by the BIG TREE! WOODED Oak Canopy Home with DECKS & PATIOS*GREAT Pantry*CIRCULAR Drive*All on a CUL DE SAC!! GREAT HOME! $179,900

83123 - Country home on 3.9 ac on the Brazos Riv-er. Lovely rooms 3 levels - media room with giant projection screen.Wraparound screened-in porch to watch deer, turkeys and wildlife. SELLERS MOTI-VATED! $320,000

59003 - Super location in Acton, this home has LOTS of space inside and ESPECIALLY outside, with two nice storage buildings and wood fence on three sides. Great place for children. You Must See This One. $125,000

44013 - This is the ONE!!! Exceptional Home in one of Granbury’s Premier Additions. Close to Lake. Granite Counter Tops and large Island in Kitchen. Austin Stone & Brick Fireplace is centerpiece of Liv-ing Area. $270,000

6093 - This home shows pride of ownership BOTH inside and out. Kitchen, eating area open into a large living room with wood burning brick fireplace. HUGE backyard with privacy fence. GREAT house for the price! $112,500

87243 - Home COMPLETELY surrounded by pecan trees! 3/2.5/2 PLUS golf cart! Second living area upstairs. CIRCLE DRIVE! Large closets, loads of stor-age. Wood burning fireplace and wet bar in living area. $149,900

38183 - NATURAL COVE ON LAKE GRANBURY makes the setting of this BRICK Home with DOCKS, DECKS & PATIOS even more DESIRABLE*OPEN Concept, HARDWOOD Floors, TWO PANTRIES!! BOAT SLIP & LIFT! $319,000

53083 - OUTSTANDING HOME!! LOCATION plus VIEW! You will never want to leave home! Nestled comfortably on #18 Green, PLUS a VIEW of Lake Granbury! EASY Walk to Clubhouse, Golf, Swim, Tennis!! MUST SEE! $185,500

63013 – BEAUTIFUL, LIKE-NEW HOME ON ONE ACRE. Spacious living area opens to Dining Room and Kitchen. LARGE backyard has privacy fence at sides & electric fence in back, overlooking peace-ful acreage with trees. $134,900

87133 - A “WOW” home on #18 of Pecan. Very open concept with large kitchen, eat at island, walk-in pantry, granite and new flooring. Storage galore, lots of windows with great views. Golf cart garage. $198,800

32093 - This well maintained home is ready to move in. Large great room with fireplace and kitchen combination. Austin stone breakfast bar. The yards are landscaped and well kept. RELAX on covered patio. $214,900

88103 – FABULOUS home offers MOM-IN-LAW quarters or apartment. GORGEOUS gourmet kitchen with HUGE pantry! Atrium like covered back porch with skylights. Golf Cart Garage. COME SEE!! $249,000

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51023 - GOLF COURSE Home DeCordova Bend Es-tates on #4 FAIRWAY by the BIG TREE! WOODED Oak Canopy Home with DECKS & PATIOS*GREAT Pantry*CIRCULAR Drive*All on a CUL DE SAC!! GREAT HOME! $179,900

83123 - Country home on 3.9 ac on the Brazos Riv-er. Lovely rooms 3 levels - media room with giant projection screen.Wraparound screened-in porch to watch deer, turkeys and wildlife. SELLERS MOTI-VATED! $320,000

59003 - Super location in Acton, this home has LOTS of space inside and ESPECIALLY outside, with two nice storage buildings and wood fence on three sides. Great place for children. You Must See This One. $125,000

44013 - This is the ONE!!! Exceptional Home in one of Granbury’s Premier Additions. Close to Lake. Granite Counter Tops and large Island in Kitchen. Austin Stone & Brick Fireplace is centerpiece of Liv-ing Area. $270,000

6093 - This home shows pride of ownership BOTH inside and out. Kitchen, eating area open into a large living room with wood burning brick fireplace. HUGE backyard with privacy fence. GREAT house for the price! $112,500

87243 - Home COMPLETELY surrounded by pecan trees! 3/2.5/2 PLUS golf cart! Second living area upstairs. CIRCLE DRIVE! Large closets, loads of stor-age. Wood burning fireplace and wet bar in living area. $149,900

38183 - NATURAL COVE ON LAKE GRANBURY makes the setting of this BRICK Home with DOCKS, DECKS & PATIOS even more DESIRABLE*OPEN Concept, HARDWOOD Floors, TWO PANTRIES!! BOAT SLIP & LIFT! $319,000

53083 - OUTSTANDING HOME!! LOCATION plus VIEW! You will never want to leave home! Nestled comfortably on #18 Green, PLUS a VIEW of Lake Granbury! EASY Walk to Clubhouse, Golf, Swim, Tennis!! MUST SEE! $185,500

63013 – BEAUTIFUL, LIKE-NEW HOME ON ONE ACRE. Spacious living area opens to Dining Room and Kitchen. LARGE backyard has privacy fence at sides & electric fence in back, overlooking peace-ful acreage with trees. $134,900

87133 - A “WOW” home on #18 of Pecan. Very open concept with large kitchen, eat at island, walk-in pantry, granite and new flooring. Storage galore, lots of windows with great views. Golf cart garage. $198,800

32093 - This well maintained home is ready to move in. Large great room with fireplace and kitchen combination. Austin stone breakfast bar. The yards are landscaped and well kept. RELAX on covered patio. $214,900

88103 – FABULOUS home offers MOM-IN-LAW quarters or apartment. GORGEOUS gourmet kitchen with HUGE pantry! Atrium like covered back porch with skylights. Golf Cart Garage. COME SEE!! $249,000

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#11779427 – Super energy efficient 4 bedroom home located on the Ft. Worth side of Granbury. Open kitchen/living with a corner fireplace. Landscaped with a sprinkler system.

$189,900

#11586653- Gorgeous rock home on 3 acres. 4Bed, 2.5 bath, stock tank, safe room & small workshop.Glen Rose Schools.

BRING ALL OFFERS $289,000

#11755143 - 3 bedroom, 3 bath sitting on an OASIS of 8.45 acres overlooking Granbury with a creek & guest cottage.

$235,900

#1177391 Beautiful 4 bedroom home on 5 acres with a huge workshop & loafing sheds. Large living & master . No restrictions, priced to sell. $317,900

#11605942- Beautiful view of the #8 tee box on the GOLF COURSE, split bedrooms, large open kitchen & living, sunroom, covered patio and upper deck. Located in DeCordova.

$175,000

#11769763-MAINBODY WATERFRONT in Harbor Lakes. 4 bedrooms, 41/2 baths, game room, double boat dock. Loaded with extras!

$799,000

#11601341 – Immaculate 4 bedroom home located in town close hospitals, schools, etc. Spacious kitchen. Separate dining & study. Gorgeous backyard. $179,900

#11686010 - 3-2-2 with golf cart garage, open kitchen & living, 3 way fireplace, view of #6 & #7 TEE BOX in Decordova Bend Estates.

PRICED TO SELL $188,900

#11782852- Waterfront access from this 3 bedroom home. Large open kitchen & living, with a bonus room and huge deck outside.

$179,000

#11702011- 3 living areas, study and a gourmet kitchen. Large master bed and bath, tree covered fenced backyard & covered patio.DRASTICALLY REDUCED! $324,900

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Prime location business on Morgan Street. Perfect location for attorney offices, doctors offices, dentist office. Main building has 4 offices with 2 bath, full kitchen, waiting room and reception area. 1 bedroom, 2 bath apartment behind main building.

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This lovely custom 3 bedroom on one half acre is so well built and so tight, you don’t even need to dust. Huge den, spacious rooms, in excellent condition is very energy efficient giving low utilities. Storage building and great covered patio, with sprinkler system makes this a great buy at only $176,777

AN ESTATE ON THE RIVER, 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bath, study, media room, 5 oversized garage spaces. This home sets in a park with gorgeous sparkling pool, spa and a hot steam sauna in cabana room. 2 acres completely landscaped and watered from the river. Completely updated with fabulous views from every room. Sit on the patio and watch the deer, turkey and other wildlife as you drink your morning coffee or go fishing in your own backyard.

Upgrades everywhere in this beautiful 4 bedroom house, including the top-of-the-line ADT security system and sprinkler system. This house has been immaculately maintained. Decorated in neutral colors, with gorgeous granite. Located in SW Fort Worth $171,525

MAINBODY WATERFRONT JUST REDUCED TO $129,000. Large garage with a full bath and electricity. 250 gal. septic tanks make this lot ready to build on. The current owners weekend here comfortably with cooktop, refrigerator, bed and bath. RV storage and workshop.

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All the furniture inside and out conveys with this darling 3 bedroom lake house. Huge RV covered parking and storage building, covered patios, porches and decks. Beautiful covered dock with party deck, 1 lot down from mainbody. $127,660

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Gorgeous waterfront home in The Peninsula with 180-ft of water frontage! Hardwood flooring, wall of windows, invit-ing atmosphere, pool w/ rock waterfall + large boat dock.

Luxury is redefined in this 4,500+ sqft mainbody waterfront home with stunning views. Stylish construction, top of the line appliances and custom finishes through out the home.

Stunning home on Bear Creek in gated, airpark develop-ment. 5400+sqft, enormous media room, distressed hard-woods, elegant open concept+44’x54’hanger on 1.38 acres.

This is a Bargain! Perfect shaded corner lot in gated commu-nity with landscaped & fenced backyard. Comfortable and spacious 4/3/2 open concept home, double ovens in kitchen.

Sophisticated rock home on a natural, very deep inlet! All furniture, art, electronics & decor convey! Wall of windows,

open concept, walk-out water with covered boat dock.

Impressive walk-out waterfront home w/ panoramic views. Well designed, versatile floor plan with the perfect kitchen, entertainment area, outdoor kitchen, game room & more.

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