Visit our website at www.qcrhomes.com to get the latest listings and review our new Community page. The Community page is located under the heading Information; here you will find helpful information for Lewiston Idaho, Clarkston Washington and surrounding areas.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Monday, July 19, 2010
Lewiston ID, Clarkston WA, Asotin WA MLS Statistics
Statistics are from the Lewis-Clark Association of Realtors Multiple Listing Service. Lewiston includes the Orchards, Elks, Country Club area, Cougar Ridge and Harvest Vista. Clarkston includes the Heights, Downtown and the Quail Ridge area. These figures are based on listings entered into the MLS and reflect single-family residential listings.
2010 Statistics
Local Stats:
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Number of listings: 310
Average Price: 169,852 (+ 3.4%)
Median Price: 155,000 (+1.6%)
Average DOM: 139
2009 Statistics
Local Stats:
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Number of Listings: 296
Average Price: 164,054 (-6.8%)
Median Price: 152,500 (-4.6%)
Average DOM: 134
2008 Statistics
Local Stats:
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Number of listings: 337
Average Price: 176,179
Median Price: 159,900
Average DOM: 113
2007 Statistics
Local Stats:
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Number of Listings: 754
Average Price: 169,593 (+4.7)
Median Price: 153,000 (+5.9)
Average DOM: 98
Friday, July 16, 2010
The Lewis-Clark Valley is known for it's fun and exciting summers, this weekend on Saturday, July 17, Rockin' on the River begins!
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts will be the performers this year, and the event will take place at Gateway Golf Center in Clarkston Washington.
Whether you are a new or current resident, Rockin' on the River is a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon with family or friends!
For ticket information please go to http://rockinontheriver.org/
Quad Cities Realty hopes to see you out there this weekend experiencing the Lewis-Clark Valley summer lifestyle!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Turning down the thermostat and switching to compact fluorescent bulbs are easy but common ways to make your home greener. Here are a few additional greening tips and tricks that may have never crossed your mind.
Over the top. A refrigerator with a freezer on top uses 10 percent to 25 percent less energy than one with a side-by-side or bottom-mounted freezer.
Power up. Plug appliances and electronics into a power strip rather than an outlet. Devices plugged directly into the wall leak up to 15 watts of electricity even if they’re shut off.
Dish it out. Hand-washing dishes might seem better for Mother Earth than using the dishwasher, but it’s actually more wasteful. You’ll use up to 35 percent less water by filling up the dishwasher with dishes that aren’t pre-rinsed instead of washing by hand. You can also conserve energy by skipping the dry cycle — just open the dishwasher’s door when the cycle is done to air dry.
Don’t tank. Invest in a tankless water heater that will heat water instantly on an as-needed basis, instead of one that must constantly keep your water warm. They can be expensive—prices range from just under $200 to more than $1,000—but it will help reduce energy costs in the long run and reduce water loss. Don’t want to buy one? Be sure to insulate your pipes for a good reduction in heat loss.
Courtesy of www.crs.com
Over the top. A refrigerator with a freezer on top uses 10 percent to 25 percent less energy than one with a side-by-side or bottom-mounted freezer.
Power up. Plug appliances and electronics into a power strip rather than an outlet. Devices plugged directly into the wall leak up to 15 watts of electricity even if they’re shut off.
Dish it out. Hand-washing dishes might seem better for Mother Earth than using the dishwasher, but it’s actually more wasteful. You’ll use up to 35 percent less water by filling up the dishwasher with dishes that aren’t pre-rinsed instead of washing by hand. You can also conserve energy by skipping the dry cycle — just open the dishwasher’s door when the cycle is done to air dry.
Don’t tank. Invest in a tankless water heater that will heat water instantly on an as-needed basis, instead of one that must constantly keep your water warm. They can be expensive—prices range from just under $200 to more than $1,000—but it will help reduce energy costs in the long run and reduce water loss. Don’t want to buy one? Be sure to insulate your pipes for a good reduction in heat loss.
Courtesy of www.crs.com
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Considering a move to a new city? Before you pack your bags and hire a moving company, be sure to research the potential price tag of relocating. It may cost more than you think. Cost of living can vary greatly from town to town, so be sure to do some research before taking the plunge. Better Homes and Gardens recommends browsing the local newspaper for grocery promotions, ads, and other local news to track costs so you can put those figures into a worksheet and determine the income you might need. While several cost-of-living calculators are available on the Internet, they provide only general figures and don’t take into account specific housing needs.
Be sure to ask a Certified Residential Specialist in your target area about “hidden” homeownership costs, such as recreation fees, trash collection and community services. Try to obtain a one-year sampling of utility bills for the type of home you’re considering. What can you expect to pay for telephone, cable TV and Internet services? Will you have your own septic tank and water pump, or will the community provide water service?
There are a host of other expenses to consider. What taxes will you pay? Higher taxes may mean better schools, libraries, trash collection and other community services, while lower taxes could mean higher expenses for these services. But it pays to have all the facts before you make a move.
Likewise, transportation and parking costs often are higher in larger cities, while a small-town commute can mean a short walk or bike ride. Also, gas prices can be more costly in some areas than in others.
Leisure time costs can add up as well. How much more will you have to pay for tennis or health club memberships, adult education classes and golf course fees?
Moving away from family and friends can mean more frequent phone calls and trips back home, so be sure to allow for those additional costs as well.
Courtesy of www.CRS.com
Be sure to ask a Certified Residential Specialist in your target area about “hidden” homeownership costs, such as recreation fees, trash collection and community services. Try to obtain a one-year sampling of utility bills for the type of home you’re considering. What can you expect to pay for telephone, cable TV and Internet services? Will you have your own septic tank and water pump, or will the community provide water service?
There are a host of other expenses to consider. What taxes will you pay? Higher taxes may mean better schools, libraries, trash collection and other community services, while lower taxes could mean higher expenses for these services. But it pays to have all the facts before you make a move.
Likewise, transportation and parking costs often are higher in larger cities, while a small-town commute can mean a short walk or bike ride. Also, gas prices can be more costly in some areas than in others.
Leisure time costs can add up as well. How much more will you have to pay for tennis or health club memberships, adult education classes and golf course fees?
Moving away from family and friends can mean more frequent phone calls and trips back home, so be sure to allow for those additional costs as well.
Courtesy of www.CRS.com
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Quad Cities Realty has been serving the Lewis-Clark Valley and surrounding areas for six years, and is family owned and operated by Joe and Michele Arellano. Quad Cities Realty designed this blog to help keep residents and future residents updated with the latest news and information. Check our blog and website http://www.qcrhomes.com/ frequently for new local listings and helpful information!
Quad Cities Realty has been serving the Lewis-Clark Valley and surrounding areas for six years, and is family owned and operated by Joe and Michele Arellano. Quad Cities Realty designed this blog to help keep residents and future residents updated with the latest news and information. Check our blog and website http://www.qcrhomes.com/ frequently for new local listings and helpful information!
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