A Perfect Match

Brandl Anderson Homes
14987 Pinto Lane, Savage
$194,900
Home #184

Tired of renting, this young homeowner is excited to be getting the most for her money in this Brandl Anderson townhome. She enjoys the surrounding woods and quiet, private location, and she feels good about making a wise investment in a growing area. She is in her mid-twenties and loves to go out, so the area’s great shopping, restaurants, and nightlife were important factors in her decision-making process. Also important was the fact that she is very busy with work and social activities and therefore doesn’t have a lot of time for yard maintenance. She loves the idea of a townhome with an association that takes care of shoveling and mowing.

Because she will be living in the home alone, she doesn’t need a lot of space, but at the same time doesn’t want to feel cramped. The open floor plan with a kitchen, dining area, and living room is ideal so she can easily entertain her friends and host family holiday meals.

She always has the radio on, since the open floor plan also allows her to walk throughout the house and still hear every song. She likes the option of adding hardwood floors and maybe a fireplace without breaking her budget. A large master bedroom with a walk-in closet to house her vast shoe collection was a priority. She is tired of roommates and ready for some privacy, so a separate bathroom for her and another for her guests is a dream come true. The study and second bedroom also give her just the right amount of extra space.

McWilliams & Associates
18222 Justice Way, Lakeville
$657,751
Home #173

As empty-nesters nearing retirement age, this couple saw a perfect opportunity to downsize in this twinhome by McWilliams & Associates. They recently moved their youngest child into her college dorm room, and they now relish having the home to themselves. But, they are also comforted knowing their daughter still has a bedroom in their lower level to come home to for visits home, not to mention the recreation, game, and exercise rooms—plus a nice laundry room. The couple also has grandchildren, so they still needed a home with enough bedrooms to accommodate overnight guests.

Once retirement is in full swing, she is looking forward to spending more time volunteering and is relieved there is an association that maintains their landscaping for them. He, on the other hand, has his eye on a boat and wanted at least a three-stall garage with enough room to store it in the winter. Both enjoy cooking and love the granite snack bar and modern conveniences in the kitchen.

The private, spacious owner’s suite is a perfect place to relax and features a luxurious bathroom with spectacular views. The sunroom is another room the couple enjoys, especially for curling up in front of the fireplace reading mystery novels.