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600 Lucas, Algona,
IA 50511

Algona, IA Real Estate and Homes for Sale in 50511 MLS# 210327

$249,000

  • 2
  • 2
  • 1763
  • Closed
Closed

General Description

Remarkable condo! A great option to downsize your maintenance and square footage. Convenience of everything at your fingertips on one level with a large finished family room on the lower level for those family gatherings. Open concept with kitchen and open to the living room. Nice front patio to enjoy a bit of beautiful summer days. Master bedroom with bath and large walk-in closet.

Legal: UNIT #1 OF LUCAS STREET TOWNHOMES LOC IN S1/3 OF LOT 14, ALL OF LOT 15 & N1/2 OF LOT 16 BLK 3 CALLS & SMARTS ADD
Sold Price: $242,000
Sold Date: 10/15/2021
Status: Closed

Property Information

210327

$249,000

Sale

Condominium

Ranch

RESIDENTIAL

600 E Lucas

Algona

IA

50511

2

2

2

1

1763

12012

$242,000

Attached

2

4336

2020

Algona

2010

Features

No

None

Utilities

Forced Air

Public/City

Public Sewer

No

Miscellaneous

Full

Frame/Wood

Brick

LISTED BY

EXIT Realty Home/Land Properties, Pam Yegge (515.295.7577)

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Here's the scenario. You are building a house or remodeling your house. Material costs are up. Labor costs are up. You ask yourself, where can I save a buck? Before answering this question, you must be careful, especially if your home is located in an area where other quality homes are built, whether on the lake, off the lake, or in higher valued developments such as golf course developments, etc. Growing up in construction and with a plethora of new construction and remodels under my belt, let me share with you some of the easy things that your future buyers will recognize when they are looking for quality.
1. One of the first things buyers of higher end homes will look for is to determine if the owner used hollow core doors. It's an immediate sign that the seller was looking for ways to save money (where else then did they cut back that I can't see???)
2. The second most obvious is the counter tops. Did the sellers spend for a quality granite, quartz, or other hard surface, or was formica used?
3. The third item that might stick out is the cabinetry. Do the drawers have dovetail construction with hardwoods? Did they use "soft close" drawers? Are there pull outs for the pots and pans?
4. Flooring is an easy one also. Was laminate used, or is it engineered or hardwoods? Does the carpet convey a quality feel and plushness? Is there a nice thick pad underneath the carpet?
5. Though there are many other items to look at, cheap vs quality lighting and plumbing fixtures are probably the next major focus.

There is nothing wrong with with using lower cost materials, especially when trying to keep a project within budget, especially when trying to build more house for less money. Just be aware that most buyers looking to spend in excess of $300k for off lake homes and $500+ for East Lake chain homes, and $1M+ for West and Big Spirit will expect the very best materials and finishes.

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