You'll love this 4 bedroom + loft, 3 bathroom home  in San Tan Heights. This beautiful home is impeccably maintained and incredibly clean!  Kitchen features beautiful granite counters, upgraded cabinets, kitchen island/breakfast bar, and refrigerator. Living room/dining room features soaring two story ceilings. Oversize 18'' tile in all the right areas. Perfect guest suite downstairs offers a full bed and bath downstairs. Upstairs features an oversized master bedroom and bathroom that has a separate tub & shower with glass enclosure, double sinks and a large walk-in closet.  Two additional bedrooms and loft/office space upstairs as well.  A perfect location in the neighborhood that offers parks, top rated schools, and walking paths. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to own a beautif... 04/21/2016

Queen Creek AZ Home for sale in The Pecans Gated Community.  This home is stunning with 5 bedrooms 4 baths, 5 car garage, and a detached RV Garage.  This Pecans home is only 5 months old and has been barely lived in.  This 5 bedroom 4 bath home boasts an impressive $150,000 in upgrades.  Buy this home today and it will cost over $750,000.  This home is bargain priced well under $700,000.  This home is a single level 4000 square foot home with travertine tile throughout, upgraded lighting, upgraded kitchen package which includes a $10,000 built-in refrigerator, a 6 burner gas stove top, double wall ovens, maple cabinets, and granite countertops.  Every bedroom has a walk-in closet.  This home is light and bright.  This Pecans 5 bedroom home sits on a 30,000 square foot lot.  Watch the vi... 03/21/2016

 Top 10 Home Sales in Queen Creek for February 2016Information provided by John Ferrin, Realtor, HomeSmart Gilbert It is the beginning of a new month so let's look back on February 2016 and see what the top 10, most expensive, home sales in Queen Creek looked like. All information is courtesy of the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service.Drum roll, Please...............   #10.....20167 E. Camina Buena Vista, Queen CreekSold for $450,000 on 02/10/2016 Beautiful Custom home being built. Great lot next to park. Great 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home. Must see Hidden walk in Pantry. Hurry quickly and can still pick colors. This one won't last long. Great desired neighborhood.  #9... 21437 S 194th St., Queen CreekSold for $452,500 on 02/17/206THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE * THERE ARE 6 BEDROOMS AND 4 BA... 03/08/2016

Homes for sale in Cortina, Queen Creek, AZ Information provided by John Ferrin, Realtor  HomeSmart Gilbert AZ  Why do people live here? Are you looking for homes for sale in Cortina? The neighborhood of Cortina, in Queen Creek Arizona, is a beautiful neighborhood of single family homes that sits near the base of the San Tan Mountains. Cortina is located at the intersection of Power and Germaan roads. It encompases the area between Power and Sossoman Roads, from Germaan to Queen Creek Roads. It is not uncommon to find the neighborhood kids playing outside at one of the several community parks located within the subdivision or to find families gathering in front yards to chat with their neighbors about the day's events. The largest park and play area is located in the middle of the neighb... 02/29/2016

Don't miss this beauty! From the eye pleasing front of the home with stone accents and designed landscape to the backyard oasis complete with pool, grass area, covered patio and a view of the greenbelt!! Certainly will not disappoint. Great family home with a kitchen that has granite counters, a huge island, room for a kitchen table that opens up to the family room. 1 Bedroom and full bath downstairs! Another huge area downstairs that could be used as a dining/living room, game room, theater. Upstairs boasts a loft, master bedroom and 3 more bedrooms. split garages (2 car/1 car). This is a must see home. You won't find many homes in the area with all that this one has to offer!!Located at 3131 E Cowboy Cove Trail, Queen Creek AZ 85143. MLS #5390979. 3326 square feet. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths... 02/22/2016

Home values in Queen Creek, Arizona January 2016Real Estate market data for Queen Creek Arizona provided by John Ferrin of HomeSmart Realty Home values in Queen Creek, Arizona Queen Creek Arizona Real Estate Report Summary January 2016In January, there were 170 new listings that came on the ma rket in Queen Creek, AZ.  This is double the number of new listings from last month and is an increase of 23% from January of last year. Of all of the homes that were on the market in Queen Creek in January, 102 of them closed escrow. This is an increase of 50% over January of 2015. It is important to note that the other homes that were for sale during the month didnt just shrivel up and go away.  Most went under contract and will close in February or March.What does all this mean?  This means tha... 02/16/2016

When remodeling a home, what is the cost vs value? Remodeling a home can certainly add value, however, not all projects are created equal and some will yield a much higher return than others. According to the recent Remodeling 2015 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com), there are a few projects worth considering based on the amount of return on investment upon resale.One of the best things to do is to replace your windows because your cost recouped will be over 100% when you go to sell! Replacing windows in a home will average between $10,000-$12,000, but it is well worth the cost when the value added is even more than the investment! Buyers love to walk into a home that has brand new windows because it not only improves energy efficiency, which is very important to Phoenix home b... 02/16/2016

 The Queen Creek Arizona Homes real estate market is changing with many new developments, but Queen Creek Horse Properties have remained in very high demand. www.QueenCreekArizonaHomes.comMany of the Horse Property Homes are custom builds and located on acre lots. You will love the freedom of saddling up on your own horse and being able to ride on your own land. The Queen Creek Equestrian properties are family friendly, and welcome all kinds of homeowners.The Equestrian Communities in Queen Creek that offer Horse Property in Queen Creek are extremely well kept and provide homeowners with easy access to their stables. Residents have access to recreational centers, community pools, and numerous trails as well. Queen Creek Horse Properties have plenty of open space. Many people have found ... 02/02/2016

Villages At Queen Creek If you are looking for a golf course community in Queen Creek you should definitely look at this beautiful community, it has so much to offer! Golf homes in Villages at Queen Creek have great views  and the community has many desireable amenities. If you are looking for a community with walk and bike paths, a community center and a large community pool, this is it! This website can be viewed at: www.dianaknowsthevalley.com.These listings in The Villages at Queen Creek are coming directly from the MLS and are updated by the minute. You will find The Villages at Queen Creek real estate, a special search for The Villages at Queen Creek bank owned homes and The Villages at Queen Creek foreclosures. Communities in Queen Creek are desired because of the great location.... 02/02/2016

Porchlight Homes Joins Real Talk USA with The Real Estate Guy® Local Arizona Builder, Porchilight Homes is welcomed by Real Talk USA with The Real Estate Guy on Saturday January 30th. Porchlight Homes have been building in the valley for many years. They are a locally owned company, with roots in Arizona. They are building a quality product, comparable to the "Big Box Builders" but at a more affordable cost due to no massive marketing overhead. First time Home buyers can enjoy all the options and upgrades to their hearts delight with Porchlight Homes, as they offer pretty much the same as the other builders, again, at a better price. Lender incentives vary at each community. They have 4 bedroom homes for sale,  both in the East and West Valley alike. Reach out today for more information... 01/29/2016

Ted's Shooting Range; Best place to go shooting in Queen CreekWhere: 18395 S 186th Way, #106Queen Creek, AZ 85142Phone:  480-840-9202What: Indoor shooting range and full service retail storeCost: Very Reasonable Climate Controlled indoor shooting range and retail storeTed's Shooting Range is located in the Power Market Place at Queen Creek near the intersection of Power Road and Rittenhouse.  The address is 18395 S 186th Way, #106.Ted's offers and indoor, air conditioned range, where they allow all calibers of handguns and up to  a .308 caliber rifle. Shotguns are not allowed. You can bring your own target and ammo or buy it at the store.A variey of Firearms Safety classes are also available. Whether you are new to the sport and want to learn the basics or you want to advance into tacti... 01/26/2016

Queen Creek is not San Tan Valley and many people, including real estate agents, are confused on the vast differences between the two areas and what makes each location unique. As your Queen Creek and San Tan Valley Realtor, I am very well versed on this issue and have written several blogs to help clear up some of the confusion: Do I Live in Queen Creek? and The Differences Between Queen Creek & San Tan Valley are both great places to start!I was recently working with some home buyers who were open to purchasing a home in either Queen Creek or San Tan Valley, and they had a very specific budget and wish list for their new home. We found some wonderful options in both areas, but they ultimately ended up purchasing a brand new home from a builder located inside the Town of Queen Creek’s ... 01/26/2016

 Queen Creek schools are ranked among the best of the Excelling (A rated) and Highly Performing (B rated) Schools in the state of Arizona, according to the recent Arizona Department of Education District and School Grades. The ratings for public schools in Queen Creek have increased greatly over the past few years making the Queen Creek Unified School District a wonderful place to send your children for their education.Queen Creek schools also made the top 8 list for Arizona cities with the best schools! Check out the report online by clicking here.Queen Creek Schools are uniquely structured compared to other local school districts with the following grade levels: Elementary School is Kindergarten through 4th Grade Middle School is 5th and 6th Grades Junior High School is 7th and 8th Gr... 01/21/2016

  The Town of Queen Creek is #3 for wealthiest places to live in AZ only falling behind the #1 and #2 spots that were awarded to Paradise Valley and Carefree! Queen Creek ranked higher on the list than Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Chandler or Gilbert! The median household income in the Town of Queen Creek is one of the highest in the state at $83,809 and home prices in Queen Creek are significantly less than home prices in nearby Chandler and Gilbert. The Town of Queen Creek is growing leaps and bounds, but with the proper planning and development, the town remains committed to keeping that small-town, rural feel that residents of the area fall in love with. Not only has the Town of Queen Creek been growing, but perceptions of the area have changed drastically over the years too! And, in... 01/20/2016

Here are just 5 reasons to buy a home now in Arizona rather than waiting…if you decide you are ready to buy now, then please don’t hesitate to reach out and allow me to walk you through the process of buying a home from start to finish. Call Karen Berg at 602.919.2375 to discuss your options and to begin your home search today!1. Prices Are Likely to Go UpHome prices are likely to go up even more over the next year, and the Home Price Expectation Survey that recently polled 100+ economists, investment strategists, and housing market analysts projects home values to appreciate over the next five years somewhere between 15.1% up to 32.8%. If prices continue to rise, then it doesn’t make sense to wait any longer to buy a home!2. Interest Rates are Expected to RiseIf mortgage interest rates... 01/18/2016

Queen Creek Real Estate Update ~ 2015 Year in Review Single Family Homes Currently For Sale in Queen Creek: 3322.89 months supply of homes available in Queen Creek indicating a seller's market.Queen Creek 2015 Year in ReviewLowest Sales Price: $75,000Highest Sales Price: $1,125,000Average List Price for Sold Homes: $278,182Average Sales Price: $273,598Average Days on Market: 86Sales show appreciation of 5.0% for 2015 in Queen Creek*Information taken from Arizona Regional MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. The graphic below illustrates the details of the Queen Creek Real Estate Market in 2015, which is an average of the overall area. The market varies by neighborhood so if you would like to know what’s happening with the market in your neighborhood, please call the Amy ... 01/06/2016

I am going to share my Top 5 Tips for Choosing A Neighborhood in Queen Creek AZ because finding the right house is just as important as finding the right neighborhood. There are no perfect neighborhoods, just like there are no perfect houses, but these Top 5 Tips for Choosing A Neighborhood in Queen Creek AZ will help you find the perfect balance between the two.Buying a new house and moving into a new neighborhood is one of the biggest decisions you will make in life and it is so important to consider more than just location and floor plan. Doing your research up front can save you time and money and keep you from making a poor choice that will impact your life. 1. Location, Location, LocationIf you are looking for a new neighborhood, then location will always be of importance to you. ... 12/16/2015

Villages At Queen CreekWe are happy to announce that we have a just finished our new website featuring homes for sale in The Villages at Queen Creek. If you are looking for a golf course community in Queen Creek you should definitely look at this beautiful community. Golf homes in Villages at Queen Creek have great views  and the community has many desireable amenities. If you are looking for a community with walk and bike paths, a community center and a large community pool, this is it! This new website can be viewed at: www.dianaknowsthevalley.com These listings in The Villages at Queen Creek are coming directly from the MLS and are updated by the minute. You will find The Villages at Queen Creek real estate, a special search for The Villages at Queen Creek bank owned homes and The Vi... 12/09/2015

Queen Creek Real Estate Update ~ December 2015 Single Family Homes Currently For Sale in Queen Creek: 371…Down from 417 last month – leaving a 4.03 months supply of homes available in Queen Creek & indicating a seller's market in Queen Creek.Queen Creek Homes For SaleLowest November Sales Price: $75,000Highest November Sales Price: $665,012Average List Price for Sold Homes: $359,906Average Sales Price: $287,314Average Days on Market: 75Sales show appreciation of +4.8% from November 2014-November 2015 in Queen Creek*Information taken from Arizona Regional MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. The graphic below illustrates the details of the Queen Creek Real Estate Market in November, which is an average of the overall area. The market varies by neighborhood so if you would... 12/07/2015

Villages at Queen Creek  is conveniently located in Queen Creek with easy access to US 60 and AZ Loop 202 in the Phoenix East Valley.   The homes here vary in size from 1300 square foot bungalow style to 2,000 square feet and up two-level homes on the Las Colinas Golf Course.   An 18-hole public course, Las Colinas Golf Club is fairly level with wide fairways and its relatively inexpensive to play, making it a favorite of seasonal players. There's an onsite driving range and a restaurant serving breakfast and lunch.  The community also offers a clubhouse with a heated pool and lighted tennis courts. With all this going for it, the Villages at Queen Creek is favored by Winter residents, or anyone who enjoys living in nice setting with an affordable golf course to play right at their door... 11/19/2015