303 N Franklin Columbus, IL 62320

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/A2MALA/303-N-Franklin-Columbus-IL-195586

Looking for a fixer upper country home in the Central School District? Look no further. Just a short distance approx 1 mile N of 5 points in the small town of Columbus, Illinois you will find this 2 story country home sitting on .84 acres. Big ticket items have been done in the last 7 years. Pool, metal roof, front porch & fence in 2013. Upgraded electric 110 to 220 in 2013. Multiple interior updates new bathtub, bathroom floor, kitchen floor, main floor front bedroom new floor, dining room wall and hallway steps all updated in 2012/2013. 28ft above ground pool to convey. Deck 14x25. Vinyl windows throughout. Large home in need of paint,flooring and cosmetic repairs! Seller is offering a $4,000 repair/carpet allowance with acceptable offer. Inspections welcome but home is being sold as is. Home will not qualify FHA or rural development.

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 1

Square feet: 1,658

Price: $65,000

For more information about this property, please contact Misty Dowling at 2172244600 or misty.dowling@century21.com. You can also text 4609496 to 67299.

See more listings at: http://homesforsale.century21.com/agent/misty.dowling@century21.com

MLS ID: 195586

These few things can save you $$ this fall! "Your Home Town Realtor"

 

 With the changing seasons, homeowners start to get their homes ready for cooler temperatures,there are several things that can be done to protect your home from harsh weather conditions.

 

 Plant New Grass  

 

Fall is actually one of the best times to plant new grass or sod! Aside from the Spring season, cooler temperatures in the Fall make it an ideal time for new grass to grow up strong and healthy. The sometimes hotter temperatures and dry conditions of the Summer months can make growing new grass very difficult. The other nice thing about planting in the early Fall, before the snow flies, is that once there is a bed of snow down that will protect and nurture the younger grass all winter long. Then, next Spring your lawn will look great! 

 I have provided a link below about the benefits of planting grass in the fall and what you should know. Very helpful information http://www.greenviewfertilizer.com/articles/5-steps-for-planting-grass-seed-in-fall/

 

Yearly furnace inspection

It sneaks up on us every year here in the midwest, so make sure to have your furnace inspected and “tuned-up”, if needed, before Winter arrives! There’s nothing worse than your furnace going out on you when it’s 15 degrees outside so be proactive and take care of any potential issues in August or September and you’ll be ready for Old Man Winter this year.

Follow this link for local heating and air businesses that provide a furnace inspection service. 

https://www.google.com/search?q=local+furnace+service+quincy+il&npsic=0&rflfq=1&rlha=0&rllag=39940085,-91376738,2905&tbm=lcl&ved=0ahUKEwja_MC7p_rVAhXixYMKHWH4Dc8QjGoIaQ&tbs=lrf:!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e3!3sIAE,lf:1,lf_ui:2&rldoc=1#rlfi=hd:;si:;mv:!1m3!1d233927.82970758088!2d-91.1673115314453!3d39.966432734642325!3m2!1i832!2i459!4f13.1

Seal the outside to stay warm this winter! 

It’s important to keep the warm air in your house from leaking out in the Winter, so use some exterior caulk that’s color matched to your home and seal up any cracks you find between trim and siding or around window and door frames. You can take a sample of your house paint or paint number to your local hardware store and they’ll match the color to the caulk you’re using to seal those cracks and gaps.     

Follow the link for a how to video on sealing your exterior! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orRib-bddCs

Winterize Outside Plumbing 

Pipes that freeze during cold midwest winters tend to be more prone to bursting, so make sure you winterize all outside plumbing systems! Start by disconnecting all outside water attachments. Then, make sure to drain all the water from any outside plumbing and turn off the supply valve that supplies water to any exterior plumbing. Lastly, you’ll want to cover any outside spigots with an insulating material or cover that can be found at your local hardware store.

Follow the link for a how to video on winterizing your exterior plumbing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrKkTv0JqKg

Ceiling fans 

Many people forget about this one, but ceiling fans actually help regulate indoor air temperature very effectively in the Winter months. Make sure you switch all ceiling fans to a counterclockwise direction in the Winter. That direction creates what is called an updraft and helps to disperse warm air, back down from the ceiling, into the rest of the house. 

Gutters  

This is one that you should save for last, as you’ll want to make sure all or most of the leaves have fallen. Clogged gutters are one of the number one causes of ice dams and can cause very expensive damages! If you clean your gutters too early, then they’ll just fill back up with leaves and debris so wait as long as possible before cleaning them of all leaves and debris. I’ve found that a leaf blower works really well; when the leaves/debris are still dry.

Follow the link to see a video on cleaning your gutters. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMRN6wNo68A

Clean The Carpets     

It’s a good idea to clean the carpets in your home at least once a year. Fall is a great time to tackle that project because the kids a likely back in school, now, which will make moving furniture around much easier. (Extra tip: Now is an ideal time to try rearranging the furniture in your home for a fresh look!) It’s important to give your carpets an adequate amount of drying time before you start using them. The other reason I like doing this in the Fall is because you’ll be spending a lot more time in the house during the Winter months breathing in all the dirt, pet dander, dust etc. that gets trapped in your carpet throughout the year.

 Link to local carpet cleaning companies! https://www.google.com/search?sa=X&biw=1252&bih=604&q=carpet+cleaning+quincy+il&npsic=0&rflfq=1&rlha=0&rllag=39971013,-91088730,35427&tbm=lcl&ved=0ahUKEwifjfKEqvrVAhUD2IMKHc9iCN8QjGoIdw&tbs=lrf:!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e3!3sIAE,lf:1,lf_ui:2&rldoc=1#rlfi=hd:;si:;mv:!1m3!1d823925.7259228427!2d-90.8713793!3d39.423750850000005!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i221!2i401!4f13.1;tbs:lrf:!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e3!3sIAE,lf:1,lf_ui:2

Sealing your driveway!     

As we all know, Winter here in the midwest can be brutal! Under all the snow and salt and ice melt, asphalt and concrete driveways that are not properly sealed can really suffer the wrath of old man winter. Small cracks can quickly become large ones if not properly sealed every few years. Fall is a great time to paint or seal your driveway with a commercial sealer. Do this every few years and your driveway will thank you!

 Link to a how to video on sealing your driveway.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2LwWDuHnYw

Freshen Up The Interior    

Many of us struggle with the “winter blues” as we transition from Fall into Winter and the shorter, colder days. Beat those blues by picking a room or two in your home and painting them a nice uplifting color! Besides making you feel better all around, you’ll also boost your home value while you’re at it. (Just don’t make the color/s too crazy!) Rearranging the furniture in your living room works in tandem with painting too, and will help get you through those cold winter days.

 

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1729 Spruce Quincy, IL 62301

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/Z7TDBF/1729-Spruce-Quincy-IL-195288

Beautifully maintained two owner home. Taxes reflect exemption. Heat and air vents in garage. Chairlift from basement to upstairs conveys. Main floor laundry room with pocket door. Nicely decorated throughout. Bath and family room in basement were updated in 2013. Plenty of space to entertain on your patio in the newly fenced yard (2016).

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3

Square feet: 1,348

Price: $139,000

For more information about this property, please contact Misty Dowling at 2172244600 or misty.dowling@century21.com. You can also text 4447213 to 67299.

See more listings at: http://homesforsale.century21.com/agent/misty.dowling@century21.com

MLS ID: 195288

2618 Manor Hill Drive Quincy, IL 62301

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/37ZNHJ/2618-Manor-Hill-Drive-Quincy-IL-195264

Enjoy wooded views from your patio in your fenced back yard. Every window on the back side of the home has gorgeous wooded views. Lots of room to spread out in this 3 bedroom with possibility of adding a 4th with an egress window in the basement. 2.5 bath, this includes a master bath! Well maintained home in the end of the desirable neighborhood of Curtis Creek. Windows and garage doors have been replaced. Nothing to do but decorate and make it home sweet home. Lower level has so much potential to add to your living space. Tax reflects exemption.

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3

Square feet: 1,586

Price: $159,900

For more information about this property, please contact Misty Dowling at 2172244600 or misty.dowling@century21.com. You can also text 4436827 to 67299.

See more listings at: http://homesforsale.century21.com/agent/misty.dowling@century21.com

MLS ID: 195264

3408 Chapel Valley Drive Quincy, IL 62305

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/AAU7RM/3408-Chapel-Valley-Drive-Quincy-IL-195152

Don't pass up the opportunity to own a 4 bedroom, 3 bath ranch home in the country a 1/2 mile outside of town. The perfect home for entertaining with two decks. The upper deck is covered, the bottom is a composite deck around a beautiful pool. Back patio is the perfect place to sit in the hot tub and relax (hot tub and swing set are negotiable). The fenced yard backs up to an open pasture with a gate that leads out to feed neighboring horses. The entire backside of the home has a view of the sunsets over the country pastures and woods. The seller has done so many great updates through out the home. Granite counter tops and ceramic floors in the kitchen and bath. Double rod closets in the 3 upstairs bedrooms. The down stairs has been nicely done to include an office,storage, 1/2 bath, laundry room, family room and a 4th bedroom in the lower level has an egress window. Other updates include high efficiency water heater, furnace and central air all less than 10 yrs old. The lush backyard landscaping provides privacy within the fenced backyard. Outbuilding has its own electric.

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

Square feet: 1,386

Price: $185,000

For more information about this property, please contact Misty Dowling at 2172244600 or misty.dowling@century21.com. You can also text 4382485 to 67299.

See more listings at: http://homesforsale.century21.com/agent/misty.dowling@century21.com

MLS ID: 195152

3314 Lindell Avenue Quincy, IL 62301

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/3UE7Q6/3314-Lindell-Avenue-Quincy-IL-195132

Ranch home centrally located to the park and local amenities. Complete tear off of roof in 2008, new furnace in 2009, kitchen updated in 2009, gutters 2010 and full bathroom updated in 2012.All but 3 windows new since 2009. Lower level includes a large rec room and family room.

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

Square feet: 1,115

Price: $120,000

For more information about this property, please contact Misty Dowling at 2172244600 or misty.dowling@century21.com. You can also text 4371743 to 67299.

See more listings at: http://homesforsale.century21.com/agent/misty.dowling@century21.com

MLS ID: 195132

Here's the list and links of the exciting Spring/Summer things to do in and around Quincy, Il from "The Really Real Realtor"

   If you are new to the area The Quincy Area Chamber is a great place to get answers about the Quincy area! 

http://web.quincychamber.org/events








 






The Quincy Park District has many wonderful programs for adults and kids! 
            
Summer baseball league
Blues In The Park
Tennis lessons
Swim Lessons
Summer Playground 
Movies In The Park
Science Show In The Park
Outdoor Concerts 
Much much more.... follow the link for the details! 

 http://www.quincyparkdistrict.com/events

Just a hop skip and a jump away is beautiful Downtown Hannibal 




Wineries
Cute Shops
Car Shows
Twain On Main Festival 
Gallery Walk
Music Under The Stars 
Movie In The Park
Bike Show
Much much more... Check it out below!

https://www.visithannibal.com/attractions/?utm_source=madden&utm_medium=googlecpc&utm_campaign=attractions&gclid=CjwKEAjwl9DIBRCG_e3DwsKsizsSJADMmJ11kEGC4jK8c_sqEDJYHxiv5wKRkJF91QSV14wT32aC2RoCzdbw_wcB

Headed North of Quincy? Stop in the river city of Nauvoo Illinois.  
 
http://www.beautifulnauvoo.com/

 Looking for a great line up of concerts? Check out Burlington Iowa Steamboat Days! 
This years line up includes Skillet,Brantley Gilbert,Gary Allan & LOCASH to name a few! 

https://www.festivalticketing.com/boxoffice/?EID=2911&goto=136

For all of my Flea Market friends here are few of the best Flea Markets in the area.

Rutledge: 
 About Rutledge Flea Market

Since 1948 this open air flea market has been operating on approximately 85 acres of land in northern Missouri.

 http://www.rutledge-fleamarket.com/

 List of flea markets near you.
https://festivalnet.com/state/illinois/il.html

 Wow, living in Central Illinois really has it's perks. Look at all of these great places we can visit within two hours of Quincy. 

Let's be friends on Facebook so you can read my blogs on current events in our area all summer long. You can also see the new homes for sale on my Facebook page.
 https://www.facebook.com/century21broughtonteammistydowling/

Misty Dowling 

Century 21 Broughton Team 

Realtor®

217.440.2339