A Breath of Fresh Air. You Need to See this New Listing on Chapman Court in Cedar Falls

3504 Chapman Ct., Cedar Falls | 3 Bed | 1.75 Bath | 1,315 Sq.ft | .45 Acre | 2 Stall Garage | $234,900

Listed by Bryn Mangrich, 319.239.7815

This home is like a breath of fresh air. It's bright, cheerful, welcoming and move-in ready! Impeccable design selections were chosen during this homes makeover and is guaranteed to "wow" you! An inviting front living room is spacious, open and ready to entertain! The great room design allows for a seamless flow into the dining room which leads to a show-stopper of a kitchen. Magazine worthy, the kitchen is complete with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, & tile backsplash, all off-set by gold accent hardware. Just

10 Tips for Preparing the Inside of Your Home For Sale

If you are getting ready to sell your home, prepping your home to list is a vital part of attracting buyers. Today we are sharing 10 tips for preparing the inside of your home for sale! At Oakridge, our Realtors will help remove the stress by connecting you with needed local vendors and create an outline of what should be prioritized before listing.

1. Kitchen: Store countertop appliances to avoid cluttered counters. Clean out cabinets. Wipe down counters, cabinets, & all appliances.
2. Bathrooms: Clean vanities, sinks, faucets, & mirror. Do not forget to scrub away soap residue in showers & change out dirty shower curtains. Remove dirt from door tracks & grout.
3. Closets & Storage

Loved Since 1962, this Waterloo Home is More than Meets the Eye - 935 Easton Ave., Waterloo

2 Bedrooms | 1.75 Bathrooms | 2,549 Square Feet | .12 Acres | 1 Stall Garage | MLS #20230992

Listed by Sara Junaid, 319.883.5008

More than meets the eye! This 1.5 story home has been lovingly cared for by the same owners since 1962! With over 2500 finished square feet, there is loads of potential and opportunity. The main floor features a super cool open concept kitchen/dining space with stainless steel counters and appliances plus lots of built-ins and a wood burning fireplace. This space flows into a huge 330 SF sunroom addition off the back of the home with vaulted ceilings, skylights and tongue and groove car siding. Continuing through the main

The Most Picturesque Acreage Just North of Waterloo Iowa - 2137 N. Elk Run Rd., Waterloo

4 Bed | 3.5 Bath | 3,549 Sq.ft | 3.87 Acres | 3 Stall Garage| $495,000 | MLS #20230980

Listed by Carl Ericson - 319. 504.3640

Simply stunning! This beautiful and renovated 3-4 bedroom home is situated on nearly 4 acres of picturesque ground just north of Waterloo on a paved road. As you step in to this amazing home you are greeted by a spacious dining area with wood flooring that opens to the kitchen and living room. The light-filled dining room has a vaulted ceiling with large windows and access to the front deck on the east side of the home perfect for watching the sunrise. The dining room and wood flooring flow into the kitchen with movable center

Spring Activities Around the Cedar Valley

Spring is slowly making its way to the Cedar Valley and we are all looking to get outside and enjoy the beauty of our community. If you are looking for something fun to do this spring, this is the blog post for you! We have compiled a list of events throughout Cedar Falls and Waterloo this March, April, and May!

Information and links pulled from Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Cedar Valley 365.

March

March 18 & 19: Funky Junk-a-Loo from 9AM -3PM at the Waterloo Convention Center 

March 18: Mulligan Stew Supper 4-7PM at the Cedar Falls Woman's Club. An all you can eat mulligan stew, Ireland fever biscuits, luck of the Irish and blarney Cake. Bake sale and carry-out available. Adults $10,

Balancing Your Wants & Needs as a Homebuyer

Article from Keep Current Matters

Though there are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewer houses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor.com puts it this way: 

“While the number of homes for sale is increasing, it is still 43.2% lower than it was before the pandemic in 2017 to 2019. This means that there are still fewer homes available to buy on a typical day than there were a few years ago.”

The current housing shortage has an impact on how you search for a home this spring. With limited options on the market, buyers who consider what’s a necessity versus what’s a

5 Service You Didn’t Know a Realtor5 Services You Didn't Know a Realtor Provide® Provides When Selling Your Home

If you have ever found yourself asking "Do I really need a Realtor to sell my home?" then this post is for you! Now more than ever it can be easy to oversee the benefit that a Realtor provides. In today's blog post, we are sharing five services you didn't know a Realtor provides when selling your home. More than putting a sign in the yard, a good Realtor make a BIG difference when selling your home. 

1. Strategy

When selling your home in today's housing market strategy is key to getting your home sold. Prior to listing your home a good Realtor will do a consultation to talk about the strategy they see is best to get your home sold,

Classic Craftsman Character Found Throughout this Grundy Center Home - 805 7th St., Grundy Center

3 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2,462 Sq.ft | 1 Stall Garage | $159,900 | MLS #20224496 

Listed by Sara Wegmann, 319.269.4755

Classic Character meets pride in ownership! This beautiful craftsman style home has beautiful original woodwork and built-ins. The enclosed sunroom/porch is an ideal setting to enjoy a cup of coffee and catch up with friends! The living room features a gorgeous wood burning fireplace with built-ins divining the dining room. The kitchen has space for a table, access to the attached garage stall and a half bathroom. The upper level includes, 3-4 bedrooms with a 2nd fireplace, tons of day light and a full bathroom. The driveway is owned

February Recap + Market Update

Here is what you need to know about the Cedar Valley's housing market.

1. Oakridge Recap: We are starting to see more activity in the market. In February, homes sold with an Oakridge Realtor sold for 2% MORE and 9 days FASTER when compared to the MLS (area) average.

2. Cedar Valley Inventory - Take a look at 2023 compared to 2019 inventory of homes! Compared to a normal year (prior to the pandemic), the Cedar Valley's housing inventory has not fully recovered to meet the demand of buyers in our community. If you are looking to sell your home, you are in a great position. Low inventory = more exposure for your home.

3. Active Listings: When looking at the active listings in Cedar Falls and Waterloo, take a look at the

How to Succeed as a Seller in Today's Housing Market

March is here and everyone is itching for spring weather and more homes to hit the market in the Cedar Valley. The housing market can be difficult to navigate as a seller especially if you plan on doing it alone. If you are looking to sell your home this year, here are five helpful tips to ensure you get your home sold.

1. Who You List With Matters: Make sure you have a trusted, local, Realtor/Company representing you. In today's housing market you need an agent with a big network and strategy when selling your home. 

2. Planning & Pricing: Does your Realtor have a plan? From pricing on day one to open houses it is vital to have a Realtor that has a game plan and strategy to get your