Best Condo Buys

09/05/09 Condo best buy!

Saturday, September 5th, 2009

There are some real advantages to widening a condo search beyond the downtown area, if that is an option for you, because typically your dollar buys more space and more amenities.

If space is what you seek, consider this exceptional value at Nicolet Parc in Glendale, about a fifteen minute (by car) commute from downtown and only minutes to the new Bayshore Town Center. A newer construction, NE corner, private front entry townhouse with 2 car attached garage offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths plus a full basement! The unit has vaulted ceilings, a skylight, all new, neutral carpeting throughout, a larger, semi-enclosed balcony, and is cat-friendly.

Price reduced to $169,900.

Take I-43 to Silver Spring exit eastbound,
Port Washington Road north to Bender Rd.,
turn west to Nicolet Parc

nicolet

If you would like to pre-view this unit in person,
please call Paul @ 414 – 807 – 7599

09/04/09 A rare 4 BR downtown condo

Friday, September 4th, 2009

Occasionally, a unit comes on the market that is remarkable in some respect. Here is a unit on the east side, one of five in an 1890’s, architecturally interesting, corner building on the national historic register.Friedman Row ext

Four extraordinarily large bedrooms, two full baths plus a half-bath, full dining room, living area plus family room, and a cook’s kitchen comprise this ten room condo.

At 3100 sq. ft. over three floors, plus a spacious basement, this is a relatively huge condo for the downtown area while the sq. ft. price works out to be in the average range. At $419K, it is not for everyone, and is missing some of the amenities expected at that price, including garage parking-there is one surface space. However, there is a laundry area and a deck.Friedman staircaseFriedman deck

The unit amenities however are noteable:  original, refinished maple flooring and solid maple staircase, custom maple cabinetry, 10′ and 9′ ceilings, third floor master suite with cathedral ceilings and a walk-out, semi-enclosed deck.

For a private showing,

call Paul Kurensky  414 – 807 – 7599

09/06 Downtown condo where you can just let the dog out into the yard. SOLD!

Friday, August 28th, 2009

If you’ve always longed to be able to just let the dog out back, here’s the place for you. This unit uniquely has a ground floor, 20 x 30 enclosed patio right outside the door. The area also includes a hot tub for your own enjoyment, and an opportunity for your green thumb to take hold too. gallun out

Right across the street from the Milwaukee River in the East Pointe area north of Brady, this converted building features high ceilings, exposed timber beams and brickwork, tall windows and wood floors. This unit is a 2 BR, 2 BA, plus other room, and also includes two deeded indoor parking spaces in the reduced (to 2006 era) price of $264,900.

gallun kitThe kitchen has an island sink in a granite breakfast bar, maple cabinets and stainless appliances. There is an in-unit laundry. The condo fee includes heat and cooking gas.

Take Brady to Water, turn north under the bridge.
Street parking for Open House.

For a private showing, call Paul, 414 – 807 – 7599

08/25/09 Brewers Hill condo value

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009

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Open House this Sunday, August 30, 1 – 3.

From Humboldt & North, take North west to Hubbard, Hubbard south to Reservoir.
Street parking for Open House.

What makes this loft style unit special? For the price, $139,900, you get garage parking, an in-unit laundry, plus a balcony that actually overlooks some green space.

It’s a 1 BR open concept unit with exposed beams, wood floors, stainless appliances, and granite island with breakfast bar. Besides the private balcony, this building offers a huge common area roof-top deck with 360 city and lake views.

cobblers rooftop

For details, call Paul, 414 – 807 -7599

08/23/09 Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009

When we find a good deal on a condo in the downtown area, we will highlight it here. This will be a unit, sometimes more than one, that we consider to offer special value based on a price change, added amenities, or anything else that makes the unit stand out from the rest.

There is some uncertainty about the market but there are also incentives for buying now. Interest rates are still at historic lows. There is a good initial selection of units across all price ranges, plus motivated sellers. The $8,000 first time buyer tax credit can now also be used as part of a down payment. To qualify for the tax credit, closing must occur before Dec.1 of this year. Plan ahead, keeping  in mind that a dedicated search for the most appropriate condo can take time and that financial institutions take months to finalize some deals, after an accepted offer and before closing.

Here are two recommended 1 BR, 1 BA units both at Warehouse 525 in the Third Ward. Each unit is newly built out in a converted warehouse and features granite counter tops, stainless steel kitchen appliances, hardwood floors, and large windows, in-unit laundry and balcony.525-ext-from-320-zoom-from-west-large1

The big plus is that one indoor, heated parking space is now included in the price of $199,900. This is a legitimate $25,000 value. The parking garage will be in an apartment building, now under construction, right next door, to the left side of this photo. There will be an enclosed, secure passageway linking the parking garage and the 525 building.

Call Paul for an private appointment to view the units and tour the building. 414-807-7599.

You can see more at www.warehouse525.com.

8/22/09 $93,000 seals this deal!

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

It’s near the Milwaukee County/Ozaukee County border, about a 25 minute drive to the heart of the Third Ward, where the going rate for a similar unit is twice this much, around $200K.

Recently remodeled and updated, this is a second floor, 1 BR unit with the three things people ask for the most.
First, secure parking-there is one underground parking space included.
Second, an in-unit laundry-there is a newer washer dryer in the unit.
Third, a balcony-this one overlooks lawns and a pond.

This is a pet-friendly building in a development with a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool, a clubhouse, and guest parking outside the unit.

To schedule a private showing, call Paul at 414 – 807 – 7599.

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08/20/09 Space Seekers Opportunity

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

There are some real advantages to widening a condo search beyond the downtown area, if that is an option for you, because typically your dollar buys more space and more amenities.

If space is what you seek, consider this exceptional value at Nicolet Parc in Glendale, about a fifteen minute (by car) commute from downtown and only minutes to the new Bayshore Town Center.

A newer construction, NE corner, private front entry townhouse, with 2 car attached garage, offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths – plus a full basement!
The unit has vaulted ceilings, a skylight, all new, neutral carpeting throughout, a larger, semi-enclosed balcony, and is cat-friendly.

Price reduced to $169,900.

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY
August 22 , 1 – 3 P.M.

Take I-43 to Silver Spring exit eastbound,
Port Washington Road north to Bender Rd.,
turn west to Nicolet Parc

nicolet

If you would like to pre-view this unit in person,
please call Paul @ 414 – 807 – 7599

08/16/09 2BR/2BA in Milwaukee’s Third Ward $299,900 SOLD!

Sunday, August 16th, 2009

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This is a large, newer construction loft of just over 1400 sq.ft. right in the heart of the Third Ward featuring high ceilings, exposed brick, and over-size windows and balcony.

525 401 balcony edit (Large)There is an enclosed master suite with bedroom, full bath, and walk-in closet, plus a second bedroom and full bath.
One heated parking space is included in an under construction building next door. There will be a secure walkway built between the garage and the condo building.
Unit amenities include hardwood floors, granite counters and breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets, and natural woodwork. There is a separate laundry room in the unit.

To schedule a private showing, call Paul @ 414 – 807 – 7599

08/04/09 It is possible to buy a Milwaukee area condo for less than $100K.

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009

In fact, the price is reduced today to $95,900. It’s near the Milwaukee County/Ozaukee County border, about a 25 minute drive to the heart of the Third Ward, where the going rate for a similar unit is twice this much, around $200K.

Recently remodeled and updated, this is a second floor, 1 BR unit with the three things people ask for the most.
First, secure parking-there is one underground parking space included.
Second, an in-unit laundry-there is a newer washer dryer in the unit.
Third, a balcony-this one overlooks lawns and a pond.

This is a pet-friendly building in a development with a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool, a clubhouse, and guest parking outside the unit.

To schedule a private showing, call Paul at 414 – 807 – 7599.

wood-balconypond

07/29/09 Additional price reduction! Space abounds!

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009

There are some real advantages to widening a condo search beyond the downtown area, if that is an option for you, because typically your dollar buys more space and more amenities.

If space is what you seek, consider this exceptional value at Nicolet Parc in Glendale, about a fifteen minute (by car) commute from downtown and only minutes to the new Bayshore Town Center. A newer construction, NE corner, private front entry townhouse with 2 car attached garage offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths plus a full basement! The unit has vaulted ceilings, a skylight, all new, neutral carpeting throughout, a larger, semi-enclosed balcony, and is cat-friendly.

Price reduced to $169,900.

OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY
August 9 , 1:30 – 3 P.M.

Take I-43 to Silver Spring exit eastbound,
Port Washington Road north to Bender Rd.,
turn west to Nicolet Parc

nicolet

If you would like to pre-view this unit in person,
please call Paul @ 414 – 807 – 7599