Birchwood Hills & Place located just off 143rd & Atioch remains one of Overland Parks favorite family friendly neighborhoods. It's close proximity to 135th avenue and easy access to 69 highway make it a great location. The mix of homes and the average price are perfect for Johnson County. Even with having 143rd avenue closed for most of the year The Birchwoods home sales have remained strong. Here are the last 6 months Stats: Homes listed               14Homes Sold                 6Average Sales Price      $272,583Average days to sell      27 (not too shabby) See Birchwood homes for sale                               Find out how much your Birchwood home is worth                                               copyright 2007 the Russell Home Team, all rights reserved.  12/11/2007

Real estate is local it alway's has and always will be local. Not only can prices change drastically from one city or state to the next but it can change from zip code to zip code. I wanted to give you an overview of current sales statistics for Johnson County and I felt the easiest way would be by zip code. The best way to truly see what is going on  in a real estate market is by looking at the last 6 months sales. Zip code 66212 is one of the active zip codes for real estate transactions The recent number show a very positive outlook: For the period of June 2007 through December 2007homes listed                       326homes sold                         230Average sales price         $163,840Median Sales price            $160,000Average days to sell         32Low sales price         ... 12/11/2007

It is official, Overland park has passed a full on smoking ban. The new restrictions go into place January 2nd. I can now look forward to a Jayhawk game at Tanner's knowing that I won't have to burn my clothes when I get home or have to scour my self before trying to go to sleep. Now we just need the rest of Johnson County to follow the leads of Overland Park, Olathe & Fairway(doesn't really count because no places were affected) Below is the ordinance from The City of Overland Parks website Smoking Ordinance As of Jan. 2, 2008, indoor smoking will not be permitted in the City of Overland Park. This includes all:Places of employment Restaurants Bars Hotel/motel sleeping rooms Meeting rooms and convention facilities Retail establishments (except those whose primary business is the sale o... 12/11/2007

I am sure that many of you have been reading about the real estate market, the subprime mortgage mess and the liquidity crisis. Well for those sellers in the Wilderness subdivision it must feel like the red hot 2005 market. Houses in Wilderness are flying off the market at record pace. For sale signs are being replaced with a sold sign as quickly as Vince Coleman stealing second in the Royals hey day. If you are buyer looking at a home in Wilderness you might want to pull the trigger quickly, for the next person through just might beat you to it. If you are contemplating selling your home, now could be a great time to capitilize on the strength of the current sales market in Wilderness. Lets take a look at some of the recent home sales in WildernessNovember 2007 Home SaleProperties List... 12/11/2007

Willow Bend in Overland Park continues to be a family favorite. While prices have remained flat or have even declined in some neighborhoods, Willow Bend's prices have steadily increased. The subdivision is a great mix of 2 story and split level homes. Willow Bend s also surrounded by all of the ammenities you could ash for. Within a mile you will find Super Walmart, Target, Price Chopper and LLywellens pub. The biggest draw is the Schools, Blue Valley is one of the finest districts around. If you are looking for a perfect place to lay down your roots, check out Willow Bend Willow Bend Recent Home SalesNovember 2007Homes Sold       1Homes Listed    2Average price    $204,000Days to sell        18 Are you looking for a great home click below to start your home search  12/10/2007

It seems the construction on Nall haven't hurt the home sales in Hampton Place. The sales pace this fall remains hot as Hampton Place remains one of the best destinations for families in Southern Overland Park. To help you learn more about Hampton Place and it's surrounding area we have created a virtual tour of the nieghborhood.   Hampton Place Tour click Here  Here is Novembers sales number Homes Listed                   2Homes Sold                     4Average price                  $345,237Average Day to sell           25 Right now Hampton Place is suffering from a significant lack of resale inventory. If you are considering selling your home, now could be a great opportunity to capitilize on the lack of homes for sale in this fantastic neighborhood.   Click here to see all of the h... 12/07/2007

Every time I pick up the paper or turn on the evening news there is a story about the Housing market or as the news likes to put it the troubled housing market. As a realtor I think the hardest part of my job right now is dispelling myths and rumors. The mortgage crisis, the housing meltdown, who are you to believe? I want to give a boost of confidence to anyone who want's to buy a home but has been a little gun shy because of all of the media bashing lately.Yes, it is a buyer's market but not the kind that you think. When most people think of a buyers market they see sellers begging you to buy their home, please, please buy me. I promise I will be a good home for you, just pick me I will sell it to you for what ever you want. Well that is not the case but let me tell you why I think th... 12/04/2007

The real estate stats for Overland Park, Kansas zip code 66214 in the 3rd quarter 2007 are:The average sales price is down 1.17% to $176,700 from the previous quarter. The total number of homes sold is up 29.63% to 35 homes from the previous quarter. The average days on the market for homes that sold in the 3rd quarter was 38 days and the average home sold for 99.1% of list price.To view the complete Johnson County real estate stats for the 3rd quarter of 2007, go to: http://stats.dowelltaggart.com/ To view Overland Park, KS. homes for sale, go to: http://overlandpark.dowelltaggart.com/Information provided by the Dowell Taggart Team http://www.dowelltaggart.com/  12/02/2007

The real estate stats for Overland Park, Kansas zip code 66213 in the 3rd quarter 2007 are:The average sales price is down 3.56% to $295,500 from the previous quarter. The total number of homes sold is down 25.93% to 80 homes from the previous quarter. The average days on the market for homes that sold in the 3rd quarter was 48 days and the average home sold for 97.8% of list price.To view the complete Johnson County real estate stats for the 3rd quarter of 2007, go to: http://stats.dowelltaggart.com/ To view Overland Park, KS. homes for sale, go to: http://overlandpark.dowelltaggart.com/Information provided by the Dowell Taggart Team http://www.dowelltaggart.com/  12/02/2007

The real estate stats for Overland Park, Kansas zip code 66212 in the 3rd quarter 2007 are:The average sales price is down 9.64% to $174,400 from the previous quarter. The total number of homes sold is down 10.91% to 98 homes from the previous quarter. The average days on the market for homes that sold in the 3rd quarter was 40 days and the average home sold for 98.2% of list price.To view the complete Johnson County real estate stats for the 3rd quarter of 2007, go to: http://stats.dowelltaggart.com/ To view Overland Park, KS. homes for sale, go to: http://overlandpark.dowelltaggart.com/Information provided by the Dowell Taggart Team http://www.dowelltaggart.com/ 12/02/2007

The real estate stats for Overland Park, Kansas zip code 66210 in the 3rd quarter 2007 are:The average sales price is up .60% to $235,600 from the previous quarter. The total number of homes sold is down 23.08% to 40 homes from the previous quarter. The average days on the market for homes that sold in the 3rd quarter was 42 days and the average home sold for 98.2% of list price.To view the complete Johnson County real estate stats for the 3rd quarter of 2007, go to: http://stats.dowelltaggart.com/ To view Overland Park, KS. homes for sale, go to: http://overlandpark.dowelltaggart.com/Information provided by the Dowell Taggart Team http://www.dowelltaggart.com/ 12/02/2007

The real estate stats for Overland Park, Kansas zip code 66207 in the 3rd quarter 2007 are:The average sales price is up 20.61% to $330,600 from the previous quarter. The total number of homes sold is down 3.92% to 49 homes from the previous quarter. The average days on the market for homes that sold in the 3rd quarter was 50 days and the average home sold for 97.2% of list price.To view the complete Johnson County real estate stats for the 3rd quarter of 2007, go to: http://stats.dowelltaggart.com/ To view Overland Park, KS. homes for sale, go to: http://overlandpark.dowelltaggart.com/Information provided by the Dowell Taggart Team http://www.dowelltaggart.com/  12/02/2007

The real estate stats for Overland Park, Kansas zip code 66204 in the 3rd quarter 2007 are:The average sales price is up 11.26% to $153,200 from the previous quarter. The total number of homes sold is up 1.28% to 79 homes from the previous quarter. The average days on the market for homes that sold in the 3rd quarter was 46 days and the average home sold for 98.1% of list price.To view the complete Johnson County real estate stats for the 3rd quarter of 2007, go to: http://stats.dowelltaggart.com/ To view Overland Park, KS. homes for sale, go to: http://overlandpark.dowelltaggart.com/Information provided by the Dowell Taggart Team http://www.dowelltaggart.com/ 12/02/2007

Willow Bend continues to be a great affordable neighborhood. Parents are always looking for great schools for their children and Willow Bend is located in one of the best schools districts in the country (Blue Valley Schools) Located just off 159th avenue between Metcalf & Nall you will  be close to everything Overland Park has to offer, from restaurants, shops and transportation. Most of all you will find affordable housing, 2 story homes start in the 180's with the average right around $200,000. Take a look at the last 2 months home sales. Homes listed  6Homes sold    6Average sales price $204,000Average days to sell   25 (wow!)If you think that Willow Bend is the right place for you give the Russell Home Team a call at 913-681-1383 or you can check out all of the great homes availabl... 10/15/2007

Are you looking for a great place to raise your family? Do you want great schools? Do you want to be close to great restaurants & shops? Are you looking for an affordable place to call home? Well then Green Meadows is your place. Located off of 151st avenue between Metcalf & Nall you can find a fantastic 2 story home for as little as $195,000 with the average around $230,000. Here are the most recent sales statistics for the last 2 months.Homes listed        6Homes sold          1Sold price            $280,000Days to sell         59 If you think Green Meadows might be for you, give the Russell Home Team a call for a personal tour. You can see all of the great homes for sale at www.RussellHomeTeam.com Give us a call at 913-681-1383 or email me at michael@RussellHomeTeam.com 10/15/2007

Hampton Place kicked off the fall selling season with another great month of home sales. While the media keeps pounding away with negativety good homes keep selling. Hampton Place continues to be one of Johnson Counties favorite family subdivisions. As Overland Park takes shape arounfd the community with great new restaurants & shops. If you are looking for a great place to raise your family Hampton Place might be for you. Here is a snapshot of the recent home sales in Hampton Place.September 2007 home salesHomes Listed        4Homes Sold          2Average Sales price    $321,000Average days to sell      18  (wow!) The Russell Home Team specializes in Hampton Place. We know the neighborhood like the back of our hands. We are proud to make Hampton Place our home. You can see all of the g... 10/15/2007

6117 W 125th St, Overland ParkOffered at 289950MOVE IN READY! Certified WISE(r) Home Program! WARRANTIED, INSPECTED, STAGED, & EVALUATED Family-Style Home on Wooded Lot. New Kitchen, New Paint & New Flooring. Finished Walk-out Kid-Friendly Basement with Full Bath, Fireplace, & Built-ins. Close to BV Schools, Running Trails, Parks, & Shopping. Michael MaherThe Maher Team Realty Executives of Kansas City7201 W. 110th St. Suite 225Overland Park, Kansas 66210Email Us Nowwww.TheMaherTeam.com KS: 913-287-4663 - MO: 816-842-6636 09/13/2007

Fast appreciation and quick flips are an investment model of the past, it seems.  At least here in Kansas City the best way to make money as a real estate investor is going to be your mid-term Buy & Hold strategies.  It's been a while since I've been through it, so bear with me.  THE PURCHASEYou can make quite a bit of money on the purchase of your next investment property.  Yes.  I said the purchase.  Right now with inventories in Kansas City at historical highs and colder weather just around the corner I believe real values are going to be out there to be had. (I saw 3 today!)  TIP: Look for vacant houses in bread & butter neighborhoods close to transportation centers.  Days on market of 60 or greater will play into your purchase plans.  Days on market at about the 170 day mark are pr... 09/12/2007

The Chocolate Festival is this Saturday September 15th from 9-5 at the Overland Park Convention Center. Coming from someone who lives on chocolate I thought I would give you a top ten list for the occasion.The top 10 ways to eat chocolate:Number 10- early and oftenNumber 9- for breakfastNumber 8- one word "Fondue"Number 7- In Ghiardelli square in San FranNumber 6-  with 2 handsNumber 5- Chocolate milkNumber 4- Hot fudge SundaeNumber 3- Godiva, Godiva, GodivaNumber 2- completely nakedand the number 1 way to eat chocolateBrownies, big fat brownies with extra chocolate chips.This is just my opinion because there is absolutely no wrong wat to eat chocolate.On a serious note, the proceeds will benefit the Friendship House. Happy eating and bring extra milk. 09/12/2007

Well the pool might have closed for the season but the homes sales are open for business. Hampton Place continues to defy the rest of the market with another month of robust sales. August sales were strong and the measly 16 days on the market should silence the nay sayers. Take a look at this months salesHampton Place August 2007 home sales reportHomes Listed 3Homes Sold   3Average sale price $299,000Low sale  $268,000High Sale $359,000Days on market 16Well the fall market is here and things will be getting hotter for the next few months, why wait till spring to sell. Right now is as good as it gets. Check out our website www.WeSelljoco.com to see all of the great Hampton Place homes for sale or give us a call at 913-681-1383 for a personal tour. 09/05/2007