Cost of Living Comparison Chart

Have you ever wondered what the cost of living is in a particular city?  And what if you decided to move there, how would your living situation be affected – would your cost of living increase, stay the same, or decrease?

Here’s a handy tool to help you compare your current city to another…and it’s really easy to use.  Simply type in your current city, a city you are considering moving to, and your current salary.  A comparison chart pops up and you’ll be able to see how your current income level could change based upon where you live.

Give it a try:

http://www.bestplaces.net/COL/

(Source: Sperling’s BestPlaces)

Quaint Ranch for Sale in Apex, NC!

110 Milky Way Drive

 110 Milky Way Dr, Apex, NC

Welcome to this quaint ranch home near the heart of Apex!  The foyer  welcomes you with warm hardwood floors and a front door with a side  transom.  Continue into the living room that boasts a cathedral ceiling, a French door to the back deck, and a ceiling fan with light.  The dining room features a large bay window, a  chandelier, and hardwood floors.  Cooking is easy in the kitchen that hosts Oak cabinets, a pantry, updated appliances, and a side entry door.  Sleep well in the master bedroom that includes a cathedral ceiling, a walk-in closet, a ceiling fan with light, and a bath with a marble vanity.  The  secondary bedrooms are all a good size and have double door closets.  Enjoy relaxing outside on the spacious back deck that overlooks the wooded yard.  A fence surrounding the back yard adds additional privacy.  Be sure to check out the VISUAL TOUR!

Price $150,000

MLS # 1685163

Raleigh Voted #10 in Kiplinger’s Best Place to Live and Work List!

Kiplinger.com voted Raleigh #10 in July’s 2009 list of Best Places to Live and Work!  Read the full story on Raleigh and the other top metros in America.

 No. 1: Huntsville, Alabama

 No. 2: Albuquerque, New Mexico

 No. 3: Washington D.C.

 No. 4: Charlottesville, Virginia

 No. 5: Athens, Georgia

 No. 6: Olympia, Washington

 No. 7: Madison, Wisconsin

 No. 8: Austin, Texas

 No. 9: Flagstaff, Arizona

 No. 10: Raleigh, North Carolina

Immaculate End-Unit Townhome in Autumn Park, Holly Springs!!!

219 Cline Falls Drive

219 Cline Falls Drive, Holly Springs

Immaculately decorated and very bright end unit townhome!  The foyer greets you with hardwood floors, crown molding, chair rail, and updated light fixture.  Continuing the crown and chair rail into the living room that showcases a gas log fireplace with custom mantle and a French door leading to the back patio.  Enjoy your morning coffee in the dining room that features an updated light fixture and double window overlooking the back patio.  The kitchen offers 42” maple cabinets, six can lights, ceiling fan, all white appliances, pantry, and lots of counter/cabinet space.  Journey upstairs to the very spacious master with cathedral ceiling and the master bath with double vanities and  updated light fixtures, garden tub, walk-in shower, and large walk-in closet.  The secondary bedrooms are a nice size and offer double door closets, ceiling fan, and share a Jack-n-Jill bath that features double vanities with updated light fixtures.  The laundry room is conveniently located upstairs next to all the bedrooms.  The 2-car garage showcases a “finished floor” for easy cleaning.  And finally, enjoy grilling out or simply relaxing at the end of the day on the back patio!  Check out the VISUAL TOUR!

Price $164,900

MLS # 1672414

Charleston Style Home For Sale in Sunset Ridge, Holly Springs!

245 Elmcrest Drive

  245 Elmcrest Dr, Holly Springs

This charming Charleston style home welcomes you with double-stacked front porches perfect for  lounging while sipping a cup of tea.  The foyer greets you with warm hardwood floors, wainscoting, crown, and catwalk.  The crown, wainscoting, and hardwoods carry you through both the formal living and formal dining.  Just off the formal dining is a butlers pantry and closet.  Hardwood and crown continues into the kitchen that showcases a center island with breakfast bar with 3 pendant lights, 42” maple  cabinets, solid surface counters, custom tile backsplash, smooth-top electric range, microwave, refrigerator with custom front to match the cabinets, and a bill desk.  The breakfast area has an updated fixture and French door that leads to the back deck.  The family room has a center gas log fireplace with marble surround and custom mantle, and a built-in entertainment niche.  A first floor laundry and mud room offer extra storage, sink, and separate stairs to the bonus with full bath that could also be used as a teen suite.  Sleep well in the  master that offers a trey ceiling, a view of the 2nd floor porch, bath with double marble top vanities, a beveled mirror, corner garden tub, tile surround shower, and walk-in closet with custom cabinets.  All three secondary bedrooms offer double door closets.  The peaceful fenced backyard offers a courtyard feel with a deck, pebble rock patio, and plush landscaping/garden area.  A back-entry garage allows for private entrance to this Charleston style home.  Check out the VISUAL TOUR!

Price $379,900

MLS # 1670158

Home in Bentwinds for Sale in Fuquay Varina!

8348 Muirfield Drive

  8348 Muirfield Dr, Fuquay-Varina

Welcome to this beautiful ranch home located on the 8th hole of Bentwinds golf course!  The foyer greets you with crown molding and a chair rail that leads to the spacious living room boasting cathedral ceilings with exposed beams and a masonry fireplace with gas logs.  Continue through the living room to the rustic kitchen with Corian counters, a center island with a gas cooktop, and tons of cabinet space. Enjoy your morning coffee in the  breakfast area while gazing upon the plush golf greens through the  triple windows.  The bright sunroom offers two skylights, a ceiling fan with light, and a vaulted ceiling. Sleep well in the spacious master that showcases his & her walk-in closets, master bath with double marble vanity with updated fixtures, a tile surround walk-in shower, and neutral tile floors. Step outside the master and enjoy your own private deck overlooking the golf course.  The secondary bedrooms are surrounded with crown and have double door closets.  The upstairs bonus is extremely spacious running the length of the home and is perfect for entertaining or using as a recreational room.  Grilling out is a breeze on the large back deck that overlooks the 8th hole of the golf course.  Don’t miss your chance to own this over 3400 sq. ft. home!  Check out the VISUAL TOUR!

Price $372,500

MLS # 1670380

Gardeners Dream Home in Cary!

1404 Laughridge Drive, Cary

  1404 Laughridge Drive, Cary

This home is a dream!  Tons of updates and improvements!  Fully updated kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, granite countertops, custom tile backsplash, all new stainless steel appliances, new sink, new  disposal, new faucet, recessed lighting, under cabinet lighting, and refinished wood parquet floors.  Crown molding in all rooms except two.  Enjoy family dinners in the beautiful formal dining room with crown molding, chair rail, and chandelier.  Formal living room perfect for visiting guests.  Den has grand all brick wood burning fireplace with custom mantle, large double window to let in lots of light, and door to access large entertainment deck.  Sleep well in this large master that showcases his & her closets and a bath with tile flooring.   Secondary bedrooms are all surrounded in crown molding and have ceiling fans with light.  And now the backyard – this is a gardeners dream!  Beautiful trellis’ at each entrance with slate stepping stones to guide you all around this peaceful setting.  Enjoy an afternoon relaxing by the outdoor fountain while gazing upon the immaculate landscaping.  The large back deck runs the length of the house and is perfect for entertaining guests.  This house truly is a dream – both inside and out!

Price $249,900

MLS # 1669686

Condo in Desirable Sunset Ridge, Holly Springs!

114 Fountain Ridge Place

114 Fountain Ridge Place, Holly Springs

Welcome to this quaint second floor condo in the desirable Sunset Ridge area!  This nicely maintained one-story condo showcases new interior paint throughout, a new refrigerator, a new stackable washer/dryer, and newly steamed carpets.  The foyer greets you with hardwood floors and crown molding.  The   spacious living room is also wrapped in crown molding, has 4 can lights, double windows, and a door leading to the private balcony.  Enjoy dinners in this lovely dining room surrounded by crown molding with an updated light fixture.  Cooking is easy in this delightful kitchen with all white appliances, solid surface counters, and a breakfast bar perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee while reading the morning paper.  The master bedroom has plenty of space with a double door closet and has lots of light   coming in through both a double window and a single window.   The master bath has a marble vanity, tile floors, and a convenient laundry closet with a new stackable washer/dryer.  The secondary bedroom is a nice size and has a double door closet.  Relax at the end of the day on the corner private balcony overlooking the plush landscaping.  Private building access and plenty of parking makes this condo the perfect place to call home!   Don’t miss our VISUAL TOUR!

Price $114,900

MLS # 1669053

Quaint Townhome in Raleigh!

2229 Long Pine Lane

 2229 Long Pine Lane, Raleigh

Welcome to this quaint 1456 SF townhome just minutes from downtown Raleigh!  The living/dining areas greets you with all hardwood floors, crown molding, and a corner gas log fireplace with a custom mantle and TV niche.  A pass-through  window connects the living/dining areas to the kitchen. Surrounded by crown  molding, the kitchen hosts plenty of  cabinet and counter space, a pantry and includes a laundry closet with overhead shelving for storage.  Just off the kitchen is a private back deck surrounded by stained lattice and also includes an  outdoor storage closet.  The stairs and  entire 2nd floor has brand new plush  carpeting.  The large master with a vaulted ceiling includes a walk-in closet and two double door closets, two single windows, a ceiling fan with light, and a master bath with a marble top vanity.  The two secondary bedrooms offer ample closet space and a ceiling fan with light.  Parking is a breeze as each townhome has two assigned spaces just outside the front door.  Don’t miss our VISUAL TOUR!

Price $149,900

MLS # 1668590

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-HUD: Tax Credit Can Be Used on Closing Costs

REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-HUD: Tax Credit Can Be Used on Closing Costs

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