The kindest thing that a past client can do for a Realtor? Write an honest online recommendation. This one was the perfect final to 2020...
Heartwarming. Thank you so much for your friendship and kind words, Nicole! Your sale was truly one of the highlights of my 2020, as time with you (and A) was a pleasure from moment one. St. Louis is incredibly lucky to have you back as you are a true gem.
Thank you for your trust and for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and thorough recommendation. It means the world to me.💛
See my other professional recommendations HERE on my LinkedIn profile.
Nothing says "Happy Friday" like this rolling into your LinkedIn...
How sweet is this? It made my day!
Each time a past client takes the time to share their positive feedback in the form of an online professional recommendation, it totally warms my heart. Sweet Chelsea- thank you so much for your kind words and sweet sentiment. I so enjoyed working with you guys and your recommendation means the world to me!💛
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE or see what some of my other clients have had to say HERE.
7 years ago, I sold a young married couple the perfect starter home for $130,000...
At the time, 2824 Essex was cute, clean, move-in ready, and the ideal place to start a family and a life together! Today, just 7 years later and after very few renovations done, we closed it for a whopping $180,000. That, my friends, is the power of a smart starter home purchase combined with careful preparation and diligent sale strategy. That is also what I mean by making real estate work for you by building an equity nest egg. YES. I am not going to lie, today was incredibly bittersweet for me. Due to COVID19, my Sellers closed escrow electronically and I obviously was not able to attend. *sigh* Selfishly, closing is always my favorite day of a transaction so it was a tough pill to swallow, but safety is imperative. To the awesome W family- CONGRATULATIONS! I am taking a raincheck for a future in-person celebration of this sale! I am so, SO happy for your family and am humbled by your trust and friendship. High five, Team Essex! In St. Louis and contemplating a future move? We are living in interesting times with constantly-shifting market conditions due to the spread of COVID19 interrupting one of the most frenzied low-inventory markets I have ever experienced. I have been thrilled by the amount of calls, texts, and emails I have received over the last week to pick my brain on what I am seeing and hearing in the trenches. Have questions about the Corona Virus' impact on the housing market? Let's connect! Knowledge is POWER, friends.
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...
I am incredibly excited to present my new listing in St. Charles! Welcome to #2824 Essex, less than 4 miles from historic Downtown St. Charles and only minutes from I-70 and 370...
This charming three bedroom, 1.5 ranch home features a sizable family room with fresh paint, tasteful neutral decor, and oodles of natural light...
The sizable sunny eat-in kitchen has cabinets galore and a terrific backyard view...
All appliances are included in the sale, including gas range cooking for the family chef. The home also features three sizable main floor bedrooms...
... and a beautifully updated full bathroom. Heading downstairs, there is a thoughtfully finished lower level that DOUBLES your total living space with a recreation room...
A bonus room...
A half bath...
... and a tidy laundry room with storage galore...
Heading outside you will find the perfect size fully-fenced backyard with a well-thought round concrete patio design and handsome tiered hardscape leading up to a stone firepit. FIll the beds with colorful flowering annuals like the Seller or make it your own...
End your day with a glass of wine and a bonfire under the stars! The sky is the limit and the potential is limitless out there. Just bring your twinkle lights and your Pinterest boards, Buyers. Complete with an attached garage, new fixtures, vinyl windows, fresh paint, original hardwood floors, newer interior doors, and more… this home is beautifully maintained, move-in ready, and epitomizes pride of ownership. What can I say? Lovely property, fabulous yard, and a terrific St. Charles location less than 4 miles from Historic Downtown St. Charles...
...and the uber popular Jaycee Park...
2824 Essex Street is being offered for $169,900. Showings begin at 10A on Saturday, 2/22/20.
See full MLS listing HERE. Contact Carrie directly for more information or a private showing...
Absolutely nothing beats waking up to a notification of a new client recommendation on LinkedIn, particularly one as kind and generous as this. A warm thank you to my sweet Seller, Amy. I can't begin to express how much I appreciate your sentiment, business, and most important... friendship. There is no doubt that no one can truly vouch for a Realtor's work ethic, integrity, and ability like their former clients.I am so humbled and grateful each and every time I receive one of their endorsements.💗 In St. Louis and contemplating a move in 2020? Let's connect HERE on my LinkedIn. There you can see what my other former clients have to say, as well.
Nothing says "Happy Friday" like an afternoon spent at US Title with a Seller...
Happy Closing day to my friend and client, D! While Wildwood Parkway has served you well since we closed on it 12 years ago, I am incredibly excited for your fresh start, brand new chapter. Thank you so much for allowing me to play such an instrumental role in your big move, D, and for your family's kindness and loyalty to me over the years. From continued business to referrals, the N family has been so good to me over the last 2 decades. Thank you! Your trust, their trust, it means everything to me! Truly. I am so very happy for you! 💗
In St. Louis and contemplating a move? I would love to be considered! I have over 18 years of experience working with Buyers and Sellers in the St. Louis metropolitan area...
In a perfect world, every garden would be well-planned and balanced to have something lush, pretty, and in bloom throughout the entire growing cycle. Creating a Midwest flower-filled garden that blooms from Spring through Fall is not as challenging as it may seem, but it does require careful planning and plant selection. Realistically, however, most yards evolve over time and over several different owners and their individual taste and dedication. Add in four very distinct Midwest seasons, including harsh winter dormancy, and friends... it is a challenge to maintain a year-round photogenic house. As a result, most St. Louis yards have their season, or that short window of time when the curb appeal truly sparkles as the plants are in full-bloom beauty.
Some yards shine during early Spring, with an abundance of bulb perennials like tulips and daffodils and lovely flowering trees like dogwoods. Some yards look best in early Summer, painted with blooms of azalea and peony. Other yards, like mine, look their best at the tail end of summer when the mature flowering bushes like hydrangea and crêpe myrtle are bursting with color and the annuals are in peak mature flowering season.
As a Homeowner, it is prudent to know your season. When does your curb appeal look its best? If the answer is NOW and you are considering listing your house over the next year, I am addressing you...
If you are considering listing your home during our swift late-Winter, early Spring 2020 market (Feb- April), which ironically is one of the worst times to photograph a house in the Midwest, the time to photograph the exterior is NOW. Even if you plan to list in May, but your best curb appeal season is August, I recommend a few professional exterior photos be taken now. I cannot speak for other Realtors, however, I happily pay for professional photography for all of my Sellers out of my own pocket. There is nothing better than the ability to add mature yard and garden shots to an early Spring listing as it REALLY sets the home apart from the competition. Why leave your yard to a Buyer's imagination when you can advertise the beauty that they are actually shopping? Plan to list in 2020 and you would like to discuss photography? Email me at Carrie.Nenonen@cbgundaker.com or call at 314.298.5275.
If contemplating a move in 2020, the time to start interviewing Realtors is now. The time to start preparing and planning is now, as well! I would love to be considered. Let's connect...
It has been a hustle and bustle kind of week, as both Arbor Creek and Eichelberger closed escrow...
Arbor Creek was a repeat client/friend of mine. Eichelberger was a direct referral from my sweet former client/friend, "B".
Both Sellers were incredible to work with, both homes were meticulously prepared, and as a result... BOTH properties made a solid profit and sold in the 1st weekend on the market with multiple contracts. YES. Spring/Summer 2019 has been an INCREDIBLE listing market for Homeowners, particularly those who were thoughtful and strategic with their sale! While I have profound appreciation for every ounce of my business, every person who graciously puts their trust in me to manage their move, there is something special about repeat clients and referrals. They have truly become the backbone of my real estate business over the past 18 years.
I have always stuck to the premise that no one can speak for the integrity of a real estate agent like their clients. Period. Despite what billboards, advertising, and social media posts promise and claim... a Realtor’s past clients are the only true testament to the quality of their work. I cannot begin to express how much I appreciate repeat business and people trusting me enough that they are willing to share my name with their loved ones. It means everything. Yesterday, I walked out of the title company and opened my social media to find this...
It made my heart swell! I love my clients. Their happy is my happy, their excited is my excited! Team Eichelberger and Team Arbor Creek... congratulations! I appreciate your friendship, business, and trust.
Contemplating a move in St. Louis? It is not too late! The market is still buzzing. Let's connect...
Yesterday afternoon, I showed a handful of properties to a client of mine, most notably a gorgeous home in Clayton mere steps from Forest Park. While we had a record snow storm here in St. Louis over the weekend, Mother Nature has been kind over the past 2 days with clear skies. I was shocked to pull up and discover that the Seller didn't bother to salt or shovel the walkway or driveway. In fact, the Seller made zero attempt to ensure that we could safely enter the property. Not good. Needless to say, my client was turned off before we even entered the door after trekking through 10 inches of snow in normal street shoes. Is your house listed right now or do you have plans to list your home soon, as we continue to battle Winter? If so, this blog entry is for you! Perhaps the biggest challenge to a Midwest Winter Seller, despite a smaller Buyer Pool, is the inability to visually capture a Buyer immediately. The fact is, curb appeal matters and winter in St. Louis is dreary and sloppy for the most part. The 1st impression is almost always the lasting impression when it comes to real estate. First impressions are everything and achieving a welcoming curb appeal during the gray winter months can be TOUGH! Studies show that a Buyer typically decides within two minuteswhether they like your home or not, as they start forming their opinion before they even walk through the front door!Hence, it is VITAL for your home to be as presentable as it can be to ensure a quick sale at a top dollar price. During the Spring and Summer months, I recommend fresh mulch, flowers, and colorful touches to my clients. Unfortunately, however, during the gray winter months... a Seller doesn't have those options. Hence, a warm and inviting curb appeal may be difficult to achieve during the Winter! Over my 17+ years in the business, I have compiled numerous winter curb appeal tips that I pass along to my Sellers to amp up the marketability of their properties during the colder months.
Curb appeal and winter safety matters to you too, Winter Sellers. Do NOT ignore it or you are kissing money goodbye.
Are you in St. Louis, considering a move in 2019, and still interviewing Realtors? I would love the opportunity to speak with you and appreciate your consideration! Learn more about me at www.MoveWithCarrie.com, see what my clients have to say about me HERE, or call me at 314.298-5275 to find out how much your house is worth.
They actually check references. ✅ They choose someone with a proven track record. ✅
If they feel uncomfortable or pressured in any way, they walk away. ✅
They trust their gut and the process. ✅
In St. Louis and contemplating a move in 2019? The time to open dialogue with Realtors is NOW and I would love to be considered! I have 18 years in the business with Coldwell Banker Gundaker and wear my client recommendations like a badge of honor.
I am incredibly excited to present my newest listing! Nestled on 3 wooded acres in a picturesque gated community...
... this impressive custom-built home boasts over 7500 sqft of luxurious high-end upgrades and amenities. Just 25 minutes from downtown and in the award-winning Rockwood school district, this stunner is an entertainer's delight!
1209 Diamond Valley features:
Handsome full masonry and stone front exterior...
A two-story grand entrance foyer with custom crown molding and a stunning spiral staircase with twisted metal basket spindles...
A formal dining room with custom inlaid hardwood floors, a designer trey ceiling with accent lighting, a recessed furniture alcove, and a bow window...
A breathtaking two-story 20" great room with sweeping views of the outdoor pool oasis and the 18th green of the Paradise Valley Golf and Country Club...
The great room also features a gas fireplace with a precast surround and granite inlays, built in bookshelves, custom recessed art alcoves with professional lighting, and protective window tinting for furniture, rugs, and art work.
Heading in to the sizable eat-in kitchen, it is a chef's delight and the perfect spot for your family and guests to gather...
Notable features include Silestone solid surface counter tops, custom-built maple cabinetry with crown molding, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances including a hood, a wine fridge, double ovens, warming tray, and more...
This room also boasts a sizable sitting hearth area with gas fireplace, built-in bookshelves, a flat screen, and a professionally installed audio system...
Just outside of the kitchen, is an outdoor kitchen grilling station for summer cookouts, complete with a stainless steel grill, refrigerator, prep sink, and ice maker...
The second story of the multi-tiered no-maintenance composite deck design also includes a sizable dining area with retractable awning, a whimsical palm tree, a sweeping view of the property, and a spiral stair case that descends down to the pool deck...
Tucked off to the side, there is a covered gazebo nestled in to the trees. It is the perfect place to enjoy a warm summer night or your morning coffee while relaxing to the sounds of the 90' waterfall that flows beneath...
Heading back inside, the home features a handsome den/study with 13’0” Ceilings, double 8’0” 21-lite glass french doors for privacy, Oak wainscot with inserts, Oak built-in bookcases, custom crown molding with corner blocks, and Oak hardwood flooring...
The sizable main floor Master Bedroom Suite is the private oasis that every Homeowner seeks! It boasts a lovely coffered ceiling, an adjacent sitting area with a built-in bookcase, a gas fireplace, custom crown molding, a flat screen television, and designer carpeting...
The luxury Master Bath features a marble floor, a double vanity and dressing table, custom marble vanity counter tops, a whirlpool tub with marble surround and flanked by marbled pillars, a glassed-in shower with the Kohler Body Spray system, and a wall mounted flat screen television...
It also features an impressive walk-in closet with a custom-built shelving system...
Heading upstairs, 1209 Diamond Valley features THREE additional sizable bedrooms. While one currently boasts a balcony overlooking the great room and is being utilized as a bonus room, it can easily be transformed back in to a bedroom if the Buyer prefers...
All three upstairs bedrooms feature a professionally designed walk-in closet, designer carpeting, and either a private bath or access to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom.
Heading downstairs to the lower level of 1209 Diamond Valley Drive, let the party begin!
The incredible finished basement includes a party room ideal for game day or other large gatherings with a downstairs wet bar kitchen complete with 9’0” ceilings, Maple custom cabinets, a wine refrigerator, a full-size refrigerator, a dishwasher, an ice maker, microwave, and a side wine room that would be an ideal place to build a cellar for wine enthusiasts...
The basement also features two aquariums...
A sizable recreation room with a gas fireplace and a flat screen tv. The Seller opted for ceramic tile flooring as this area looks out and walks out on to the pool deck...
Bring along your pool table, air hockey, jukebox, and pinball machines, Buyers...
The crown jewel of the basement, in my opinion, is the enclosed multi-media room with an overhead HD projection system. It featureselevated seating for twelve, a seven channel custom surround sound system, and custom dimming wall sconces...
The in-home fitness room boasts plenty of room for your workout equipment. With mirrored walls, a mounted flat screen, a private steam shower...
... and a beautiful redwood steam sauna with elevated seating...
... you can stay in shape without ever leaving home?!
Hold on to your seats, party house enthusiasts! Outside is where the magic really happens at 1209 Diamond Valley Drive. The Seller spared NO expense in creating an outdoor oasis that will have you hunting down a pool boy for another margarita!
The backyard includes a custom in-ground salt water pool with an exposed aggregated patio surround...
In addition to the 2nd story outdoor kitchen, there is also a poolside one complete with plenty of places to belly up to the bar under the misting palm tree...
While the hosts has access to a gas grill, bar fridge, and an ice maker for the fruity drinks...
The pool deck also features a lovely shaded gazebo with a stone gas fireplace for roasting marshmallows at night or cozying up during Autumn...
Note: despite the acreage being beautifully wooded for privacy, there is plenty of green space for a game of catch or a play set...
You will also find a hot tub, a custom lighting and surround sound system covering the entire pool and deck areas...
... and plenty of shady spots to dine, take a break from the sun, or get a game update on the flat-screen television.
When landscaping and hardscaping the grounds, the Seller spared absolutely no expense in creating a space that was not only peaceful and beautiful, but region appropriate. They incorporated thousands of dollars of natural stone...
... and incorporated water features in several areas of the property!
One of the most spectacular, by far, is a 90' cascading waterfall...
... that runs beneath a plexiglass window on the lower level gazebo floor...
... to a fish-stocked lily pond below!
So peaceful, so lovely!
Complete with seven+ garage spaces...
Most notably, the current owner's favorite place to store his toys: a fully-conditioned two car bay with a custom car lift, checkerboard tile flooring, a rough-in for a wetbar, and a wall-mounted Flat Screen television...
... this home has EVERYTHING you have ever dreamed of and more!
Other whole house amenities:
Small and private gated community
Rockwood School District
Three (3) Acre Homesite on the Golf Course Overlooking 18th Green
Three+ Bedrooms *
*Bonus Room (aka Bedroom 4) currently features a balcony overlooking Great Room, though this room can easily be returned in to a bedroom if preferred by the Buyer
4.5 Bathrooms
Pella Windows with Slim Shades
8’0” Balagio Interior Doors on Main Level
7-1/4” Base on Main Level – 5-1/4” Base Throughout
Invisible Fencing surrounding entire property
Sprinkler System for lawn
Cantal Beam Central Vacuum System
Whole house Security System
Whole house Technology Package
Zoned HVAC – Four (4) Systems
600 AMP Electrical Service
60KW Kohler Propane Emergency Generator
See the full MLS listing HERE. Offered for $1,175,000 - No show until Saturday, June 9.
For more information or interested in a move? Let's connect!
