[localguy]

I like the area. We have lived here for one year. We looked at the Serenity homes and were really interested. At that time they were sticking firm with their pricing. If you have the time & energy you could find in my opinion, a good or better deal on an existing home in Stonebridge. One thought that comes to mind…take a hard look at the lot location. Some homes are really packed in pretty tight and/or have no view. For us, we enjoy the extra few minutes it takes to drive in. There tends to be a nice breeze every afternoon to keep it cool. Good luck.
localguy

[localguy]

If you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
Localguy

[localguy]

If you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
Localguy

[localguy]

If you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
Localguy

[localguy]

If you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
Localguy

[localguy]

If you are not a do-it-yourself kind of person I would budget 200k. Keep in mind regarding pools, a rectangular shape will get you more bang for your buck and a more user friendly pool. The irregular shapes cost most, yet they can look pretty fancy. The pool guys will try to sell you on rock slides, grotto’s, etc..think twice if they are really needed. I have 3/4 of an acre, doing the majority of work myself. With a 20 x 40 pool with spa, covered patio with outdoor bathroom, 2,700+ sq. ft. of pavers, flagstone entry path, 25 x 65 grass play area, landscaping plants/trees, drainage, etc, etc…I’m looking at 130k. If you can’t do it yourself and/or manage it yourself, be prepared to pay. When the landscape contractor drives into your neighborhood, he will see dollar signs $$$. Good luck
Localguy

[localguy]

It is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguy

[localguy]

It is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguy

[localguy]

It is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguy

[localguy]

It is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguy

[localguy]

It is indeed fishy. That house was thrashed out front. Someone did a quick fix and freshened up the plants, etc. Two days after the courthouse deal they were working on that landscape with no HOA approval. I was following that house on your old blog.
Localguy

[localguy]

I will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
Localguy

[localguy]

I will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
Localguy

[localguy]

I will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
Localguy

[localguy]

I will bite…. our highest bill during a hot spell was $279.00. Our highest bill during a cold spell was $190.00. Sunny88 hit the nail on the head…bigger house/lot will equal bigger bills. It is what it is. These are all factors that a home buyer will need to factor in. By the way, there is a beautiful breeze up here that we really enjoy. The natural cooling effects are a benefit.
Localguy

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