Under Contract: 364 Hazel Avenue in Webster Groves

Wow, wow... what a WEEK! Until late last night, my Buyers duked it out with a dozen other contracts for this meticulous ranch adjacent to Blackburn Park and Bird Sanctuary in Webster Groves and... 

...GOT IT! Yes, yes, YES! 

This cutie closes by the end of May. A huge congratulations, Team Hazel!

Under Contract: 3524 Halliday in Tower Grove East

50+ showings, 12 competing contracts, and two happy Sellers... 3524 Halliday just contracted! Yahoo! The lucky Buyers close this stunning 1903 Tower Grove East gem in a few short weeks. 

A warm congratulations, E and A! Teamwork makes the dream work and you guys are the best. 🏡🎉 

 More about this home: https://www.aryeo.com/.../3524-halliday-ave-st.../branded

Under Contract: 4241 Connecticut in Tower Grove South

The best phone call that a Realtor gets to make to a Buyer?

YOU GOT IT! 🍾 🎉 

Happy tears this morning made my day and the only thing 130 years old about this gorgeous 1891 Tower Grove South cutie? The stories the walls could tell. Beautiful from the inside out, just like my wonderful clients who beat out 24 other contracts. Great day, wonderful house love match. Connecticut closes escrow in four short weeks- Yippee and congrats C and A!

If you are contemplating a 2021 purchase, the time to start strategizing is NOW, friends.  I can help, let's connect...

Under Contract: 444 Melville Avenue in University City

Weekend made!  Very early this morning, I received notice that my Buyers BEAT out the competition and contracted this handsome historic U City two-story...

Built in 1925, this gorgeous home is in the popular Ames Place subdivision, nestled between the Loop and Washington University.  The neighboring Forest Park? Its playground!  It was a love match the second my clients walked in the door, so I was thrilled that our negotiation strategies paid off against the competition.

This beauty closes next month!  A super warm congratulations and THANK YOU to the B/R family.

In St. Louis and contemplating a 2021 move?  Let's connect!

Under Contract: 5014 Parker Ave in South City

Craving gingerbread?

This lovely 1930’s brick bungalow popped up on the market yesterday to dozens of frenzied showings. Last night, my Buyers duked it out with competition and we got it! YES. This historic beauty, packed with original architectural goodies, closes escrow at the end of the month. 

A warm congratulations to the S clan for contracting this beauty and a sincere thank you to wonderful B and T for their kind referral. You guys are the best!❤️

If you are contemplating a 2021 move, the time to start strategizing is NOW, friends.  Need advice or someone to bounce ideas off of?  Curious about what your house is worth?  Need more space or a home office or more room for at-home-learning?  Seeking a quiet weekend retreat outside of the city?  I can help, let's connect!

Under Contract: 5033 Adkins Avenue in South City

Happy Weekend came in the form of my Buyers contracting this adorable 1916 historic brick bungalow in the vibrant Bevo Neighborhood.  They competed against 8 other contracts and won with carefully strategized terms!  YES.

Historic charm with every modern amenity makes this the perfect starter home.  A warm congrats to J and A for ending the cycle of renting with this beauty.  A gorgeous home, a wonderful couple, the perfect match!🍾🏡

If you are contemplating a 2021 move, the time to start strategizing is NOW, friends.  Need advice or someone to bounce ideas off of?  Curious about what your house is worth?  Need more space or a home office or more room for at-home-learning?  Seeking a quiet weekend retreat outside of the city?  I can help, let's connect!

Under Contract: 4916 Delor in South City

Well, oh my goodness... hello, 2021! My amazing Buyers earned their New Year toast of bubbly BIG time as UNDER CONTRACT! This charming historic 1921 South City brick bungalow closes escrow in February.🍾🏡

A warm congrats Team Delor and a sincere THANK YOU to my sweet friend A for her thoughtful referral. What a terrific way to kick off a new year!

If you are in St. Louis and contemplating a move, the market is still moving swiftly and rates are fantastic. I am an incredibly COVID-19 safe and aware agent.  I have established new virus business protocols to ensure the safety of your family (and mine), while taking advantage of this incredible market!  

Let's connect...

Under Contract: 6404 Cates Ave Unit #3E in the Loop

Oh happy day... 

I am winding up an amazing long holiday weekend with another super happy client. Gorgeous Cates in the Delmar Loop contracted early this morning and closes escrow in October! These Sellers are like family to me and I could not be happier for them. 

Congrats Team Cates!🍾❤️🎉

If you are contemplating a 2020 move, the market is fast and furious, friends. I am an incredibly COVID-19 safe and aware agent.  I have established new virus business protocols to ensure the safety of your family (and mine), while taking advantage of this incredible market!  Let's connect...

Under contract: #5004 Annette in Shrewsbury

These cutie pies have a new playground and their parents have a unique 1939 Art Moderne style bungalow to call their very own. As a local artist, Mrs. Buyer was swooned by the interesting lines accented by the architectural goodies nestled between the ornate pre-war Gingerbreads and the post-war clean utilitarian style.

I am so SO happy for this sweet family of four. Some things are meant to be and this one truly was! Annette closes escrow in 4 short weeks. Congrats M-T family.❤️

Under Contract: 1405 Pepperdine Ct In Ballwin

Word just came in that my Buyers contracted this beauty today, competing against several other Buyers...

Isn't it adorable? It also backs gorgeous common ground and boasts green space for DAYS, ideal for my clients' littles. Pepperdine will be an amazing home for their young active family and closes escrow by the end of the month.  A HUGE congrats to my wonderful Buyers for acting fast and writing the winning offer.  I am so, so very excited for you guys!

Check out the listing HERE. 

If you are contemplating a 2020 move, the market is fast and furious, friends. I am an incredibly COVID-19 safe and aware agent.  I have established new virus business protocols to ensure the safety of your family (and mine), while taking advantage of this incredible market!  Let's connect...

Sold Fast: #601 Mistletoe Lane in Kirkwood

3rd day on market, my gorgeous Mistletoe listing went...

Excited Buyers, happy Sellers, a terrific start to a new week!  This beauty closes escrow in 4 short weeks, so we quickly transition to the inspection stage of the process today.  A warm congratulations, J and C, and THANK YOU for the last 2 weeks especially.  Your extra care, touches, and sparkle made all of the difference!

If you are contemplating a 2020 move, the market is fast and furious, friends. I am an incredibly COVID-19 safe and aware agent.  I have established new virus business protocols to ensure the safety of your family (and mine), while taking advantage of this incredible market!  Let's connect...

Under Contract: 7804 Weil Ave in Shrewsbury

The news rolled in late last night that my Buyers contracted this adorable Shrewsbury split in Webster Schools...

It was the 1st weekend of showings and contracting this property was no easy feat, friends?!  After 3 straight days of non-stop showings... we competed against a whopping NINETEEN OTHER CONTRACTS.  19.  My sweet and deserving clients beat out the competition with a quick clean top-notch offer, closing escrow in 4 short weeks. YES.

The F duo- they are total troopers and have been so much fun to spend time with!  I couldn't be happier for them.  Weil will be the perfect place for the exciting new chapter to come for these 2 (almost 3).  Thank you, S and L, for allowing me to assist in your big move and a heartfelt THANK YOU to my sweet friend K for the referral. 💗

I am so humbled and appreciative for the opportunity to help in such an important purchase.

Under Contract: 2636 January Ave in South City

The news rolled in late last night that my Buyers contracted this lovely...

WHEW!  It was a super busy holiday weekend exploring different parts of St. Louis with 3 different Buyers and writing 3 total contracts!  I received news on this one late last night and my Buyers are elated. Hurray!

Gorgeous home, terrific location, closes escrow in a few short weeks!  Check out all of the photographs HERE.  A warm congratulations and THANK you to my sweet clients, S and K.  An extra special thank you to my wonderful friend M for his sweet referral.

Great ending to a wonderful holiday weekend!

Under Contract: 2551 Viola Gill Ln in Wildwood

Hello, Friday...

... Happy Buyers! The word came in early this morning that my clients contracted this adorable Wildwood newer construction not far from Wildwood Towne Center.  Talk about curb appeal?!  I can already see the sweet B duo sipping iced tea on their new front porch this Summer!

This cutie closes escrow in June.  See the full listing HERE. A warm congratulations and thank you to the amazing B Family!

In St. Louis and throwing around a move?  Have questions about COVID-19's impact on the housing market and the safest way to navigate it?  Let's connect!  The market is swift, the industry has shifted significantly to meet demand while keeping people safe, and I am here to help guide you through it...  

Under Contract and Goodbye High School!

Nothing says "Happy Friday" in Nenonen Quarantine like this...

and this...

An accepted contract on gorgeous Spyglass and my baby completed his last day of high school!  Whew, what a week!  I think it is safe to say that Spring 2020 has been an emotional rollercoaster for all, but in the wild ride, today was a definite peak!  As Reed is my real estate baby, it is all too appropriate?!  Ha ha.

A warm congratulations and thank you to the fabulous N duo for their friendship, business, and trust.  I look forward to your closing in a few short weeks.  Per my baby, my Reed, I am so proud of you.  While COVID-19 has robbed you of the typical graduation experience, it doesn't take from your incredible accomplishments.

I have been doing Back to School updates here on the blog for years.  I look forward to my post next August, as you venture off to Drake in Des Moines, Iowa!

Full heart, a terrific day.💓

Under Contract: 16870 Babler View in Wildwood

Nothing says "Happy Friday" like...

Yippee!  My sweet Buyers, the B Family, contracted this gorgeous ranch late last night.  Personally, I adore this section of Wildwood, as being less than 5 minutes from Babler State Park, it is surrounded by incredible wildlife!  The Nenonens have spent many Quarantine hours on the isolated wooded trails of Babler recently.

Yesterday was the very first day on market for this one, and let me tell you, Babler View was ONE BUSY PLACE.  We weren't surprised when several Buyers opted to pull the trigger at the same time resulting in a multiple contract scenario. Thanks to a carefully written escalation clause, our contract beat out the competition and my amazing Buyers close escrow in June! YES.

The B family has been an absolute dream to work with.  To say that I am ecstatic for them is an understatement.  Congratulations to them and a sincere THANK YOU for their unwavering confidence, loyalty, and trust.

Despite the COVID-19 shift in HOW business is conducted, the market is still BLAZING in St. Louis!  Buyers are motivated, Sellers are getting fast and high offers, and everyone is mindful and respectful in taking extreme caution to ensure safety and social distancing.

In St. Louis and contemplating a future move?  Spring 2020, despite the COVID shift, remains an incredibly healthy and lucrative market for both Buyers and Sellers.  I am still conducting a healthy amount of business with caution via virtual options, a mask, gloves, Clorox wipes, and from well over 6 feet away.  Have questions about the COVID impact on the housing market or contemplating getting off the sidelines?  Let's connect!  Rates are low, pace is high, and the practices are incredibly cautious and safe.

Under Contract: 2801 Kristopher in St. Charles and COVID

It has been an interesting past few weeks in St. Louis real estate due to a frenzied Spring market colliding with COVID-19 (which I will address below).  Particularly my time spent with the W Family, as we carefully picked through the new and reduced MLS listings to find their next home, having already closed their existing one. 

Good things come to those who wait, as they contracted this gem...

Gloves, masks, Clorox Wipes, over 6 feet apart, and all. It closes escrow in May.

COVID-19: I want to address this subject honestly, as I have been asked its effect on the 2020 Spring Market numerous times over the last week. I cannot predict the future, however, our market is still flowing.  Processes have changed quite a bit to almost 100% virtual, but the market is moving and to be honest?  Prices have not yet shifted all that much yet.  

As a personal choice, for the sake of public health: The Nenonen Family is taking social distancing recommendations seriously.  Meaning- we are avoiding contact with people outside of our household.  No one leaves our home, with the exception of necessary work commitments where we wear masks, gloves, and remain distanced.  We get groceries and provisions delivered.  We are both working from home alongside both boys whose schools have been closed for the semester.  I have an 80-year-old mother currently quarantined in an Assisted Living Facility, so I truly understand the importance of public responsibility.

I, like the bulk of my industry, also recognize the importance of the real estate market continuing to move to maintain the financial health and wealth of the nation.  It is imperative.  As a result, I (along with most of my peers) have implemented new stringent professional precautions: amped-up hygiene, home office only, no open house, emphasis on digital communication and marketing, only spending time with very serious clients, avoiding the inspection and closing table to reduce exposure, and respecting personal space boundaries to remain healthy.  

As of today, the local real estate market is relatively unchanged, thus far, by the Coronavirus.  It is really more in pause mode. While there have been some shifts made to inspection and appraisal procedure, as a whole,  properties are still selling quickly, lenders and title companies are functioning, rates remain historically low, and it is business as usual despite new precautionary measures.  All of this is VERY POSITIVE NEWS FOR THE ECONOMY AS A WHOLE!  As someone who worked through the catastrophic post 9/11 market AND the post-Great Recession market, I am optimistic and hopeful that my industry will continue to function and thrive through this latest crisis. 

When it is all said and done, real estate plays an integral role in the US economy, friends. Residential real estate provides housing for families and is the greatest source of wealth and savings for most Americans. Commercial real estate, which includes apartment buildings, creates jobs and spaces for retail, offices, and manufacturing. Real estate business and investment provide a source of revenue for millions. We keep it moving and value remains high! A precious reminder, my friends...

If you are contemplating a move in 2020, I urge you to connect with me!  I am happy to update you on the latest and strategize with you on the correct timing, much of which depends on numerous factors that shift daily.

Under Contract: #2824 Essex Street in St. Charles

I knew that this gem would go super fast...

Lovely Essex was one busy listing this weekend, with multiple showings and offers.  A huge congratulations and THANK you to my Sellers, the W family, for their careful prep and attention to detail.  From following every single one of my suggestions to fresh-baked cookies and flower-filled vases on showing day, they pulled out all of the stops.  It closes escrow in April!

In St. Louis and ready to make a move? The 2020 market is in FULL-EFFECT!  My listings are selling as fast as I can get them on the MLS,  friends.  This is the year!  Let's connect...

Under Contract: #2347 Goodale Avenue in 63114

Wow, it has been a busy week for me!  As a Midwest Realtor enters 1st quarter, you never know what you are going to get as our weather is unpredictable and the Buyer pool can take several weeks to reengage after the holidays.  I always encourage Sellers to proceed with caution in January.

Not in 2020!  This is my second listing this week to sell within days.  Gorgeous Goodale was "no show" until Sunday morning, and after an exciting whirlwind 72 hours of showings and negotiation... SOLD!  Yippee! 

Obviously, this home is lovely and practically sells itself, but my clients are the true testament to this fast and profitable turnover.  I sold the K family this home just a few years ago and it was beautiful then, but their improvements took it to the next level.  Thank you for your trust, friendship, and repeat business, K family.  

People tend to come into your life in funny ways, and this holds very true in my industry.  I met the K family while sitting a very quiet open house almost 2 decades ago and we bonded immediately.  This is the 4th time that I have had the privilege to represent them over the last 18+ years of my career, and their loyalty means the world to me. Wonderful people, great friends, contagious postive energy that I so very much appreciate!

Congrats to the K duo... their 1948 Cape Cod closes escrow in a month.

In St. Louis and ready to make a move? The 2020 market is in FULL-EFFECT!  My listings are selling as fast as I can get them on the MLS,  friends.  This is the year!  Let's connect...

Under Contract: #617 Oak Springs Trail Drive in Ballwin

I welcomed Monday morning in Casa de Nenonen with my trusty sidekick, a steamy mug of oolong, and a new pending sale...

Yippee! Congratulations to Team Oak Springs Trail for a successful sale this weekend. 

In the traditional Midwest, where our weather is incredibly unpredictable, it’s difficult to forecast how the 1st quarter real estate market will perform.  Between the snow this weekend and unique circumstances that required a more challenging as-is sale for this one, we took a gamble going active in January...

... but the gamble paid off.  In fact, we close escrow in just a few short weeks! Gorgeous home, an excited Buyer, and a happy day for my amazing Sellers.  

 In St. Louis and contemplating a move in 2020? 1st quarter is starting strong with eager Buyers and low inventory!  The time to plan is now and I would love to be considered for your representation!