sevfiv Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 There was a story last May about an older couple who was robbed in their driveway (link and permanent link), and a story yesterday about how they have now moved out because of the crime (link and permanent link). I thought it was interesting that the current HAR listing for their former home has this description: Perfect lot to build to your dream home. The existing home is being SOLD AS IS. Too far gone for repair. (HAR link and permanent link). The couple was living in the home in May. Just thought the listing was "funny." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NenaE Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 (edited) There was a story last May about an older couple who was robbed in their driveway (link and permanent link), and a story yesterday about how they have now moved out because of the crime (link and permanent link).I thought it was interesting that the current HAR listing for their former home has this description:Perfect lot to build to your dream home. The existing home is being SOLD AS IS. Too far gone for repair. (HAR link and permanent link).The couple was living in the home in May. Just thought the listing was "funny."I don't get it, what's too far gone about it? Realtors are too quick to use that phrase. I've seen much worse. That's a nice house & yard, looks like good bones to me. A new one would look out of place on that street. I just drove thru there the other day. That area has some nice old homes in it. And the oaks are massive & ancient. Edited August 25, 2009 by NenaE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Agents will do whatever it takes to make the sale. Including exaggerating minor or non-existent points. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylejack Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 385K for a lot in Montrose is pretty steep, oversized lot or not. And there's a pending offer on it. Nothing makes sense about this listing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 I don't get it, what's too far gone about it? Realtors are too quick to use that phrase. I've seen much worse. That's a nice house & yard, looks like good bones to me. A new one would look out of place on that street. I just drove thru there the other day. That area has some nice old homes in it. And the oaks are massive & ancient.<sarcasm>did you not see the tile in the kitchen? obviously, this hideous tile will force a complete demolition of the entire building!</sarcasm>there are some really cool queues with that house, I wonder though, just under 400k for what is 'too far gone for repair' maybe I've been living in my dream world of east end for too long! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted August 26, 2009 Author Share Posted August 26, 2009 Per the listing agent - the seller's family feels like the "highest and best use" of the property is the land only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarahiki Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Sounds to me that they don't want to fix things, and don't want to be bothered with the list of demands following an inspection. So they're saying, if you want to leave the house standing, it's your problem, not ours. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Sounds to me that they don't want to fix things, and don't want to be bothered with the list of demands following an inspection. So they're saying, if you want to leave the house standing, it's your problem, not ours.I agree with that statement.As old as the couple was, I'm sure home maintenance wasn't highest on their to-do list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NenaE Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Probably the son's or daughter's decision to sell for land...doubt if the original owners would like to see their house of 40+ yrs. get gutted. Emotional attachment vs sheer logic... always a tough one. But with the price of senior care these days, I can understand the thinking. I didn't notice how much they were asking, in my first post. Wow, land near downtown is getting more expensive by the day. I better go take alot of pictures, of the things that are not going to survive. I'm curious, which side (ward) do you think has the most expensive land? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innerlooper Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 Without actually getting inside this place (and the crawl space and the attic) its not possible to say if it is salvageable, or has "good bones." From photos and even the sidewalk you may not be able to tell that there isn't some fundamental foundation or structural problem here. As a HAR listing its probably been looked at by various flippers and other professionals, and they said either its overpriced (HCAD has the land in the 200Ks), or not worth saving, from an economical point of view. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted August 31, 2009 Author Share Posted August 31, 2009 And just think...those old folks would have continued to live in that possibly unsalvageable wreck-of-a-house if it weren't for the criminals! It was a blessing in disguise! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innerlooper Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Maybe. But without getting into the house there is no way to know whether the perils inside are better or worse than outside. quote name='sevfiv' date='Monday, August 31, 2009 at 1:36 PM' timestamp='1251743792' post='339232'] And just think...those old folks would have continued to live in that possibly unsalvageable wreck-of-a-house if it weren't for the criminals! It was a blessing in disguise! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeker Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 385K for a lot in Montrose is pretty steep, oversized lot or not. And there's a pending offer on it. Nothing makes sense about this listing.The land value, there are several lots for sale in Montrose, one at I think at 1504 Kipling something like 54wide by 125deep, price $400,000. One at 1732 Harold, that sold and is under construction size 50' by 106', sold around $325. Plus a house was torned down on the 1600blk of Kipling purchased from owner, never had a for sale sign, sold for low $300, lot 50 by 125, I believe. The land is getting expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 To be demo'd, per swamplot:LinkMore townhomes, I'm sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted November 18, 2009 Author Share Posted November 18, 2009 Yep, though Mary Mills is the previous owner and Carol Issak Barden + Co. is the new owner:Project No: 09103056 Date : 2009/11/17USE : DEMO RES/SEWER DISC Owner/Occupant : MILLS MARY LO Job Address : 1850 NORFOLK ST 77098 Valuation : $ 0 Permit Type : SD FCC Group : Demo; Single Familty Dwelling Buyer : *M G EXCAVTORS INC Address : 3009 HONEYSUCKLE DR 77583 Phone : (713) 436-5051 File No: 20090423038 Grantor:MILLS MARY LOUISE BARKER ETAL Grantee:CAROL ISAAK BARDEN+COMPANY FC:RP067611752 Date:20090916 Type:W/D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted November 18, 2009 Author Share Posted November 18, 2009 Oh, and pictures: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highway6 Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 and Carol Issak Barden + Co. is the new owner:of Wabi Sabi fame...http://carolisaakbarden.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 To be demo'd, per swamplot:LinkMore townhomes, I'm sureNope. It's going to be a single family residence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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