Spring is Here! And some of us are ready to planning out our gardens despite the rain and occasional snowflake that fell today.  While walking through a park in Maplewood, Minnesota last summer, I came across directions posted on how to plant prairie butterfly garden.  How fun to be able to attract bumble bees and butterflies to your property with blossoms this spring and summer. Gardens and perennial flower beds boost curb appeal by making a home cheerful and inviting if you should ever decide to sell too. So plan (and plant) your own...if it ever stops raining that is! Need more landscaping tips to add value to your Ramsey County home? Ask Me! I Can Help! 05/19/2019

  The housing market in Maplewood, Minnesota remained strong and steady throughout 2015. Similar to other communities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro, this Ramsey County city has real estate sales statistics remained solid with abundant sales and new listings. Both the number of new listings and closed sales were up from 2014 and the average sold price was steady coming in slightly lower than last year at just under $200K. Keep in mind; just four years ago the average price of a home was over $50K less at $146,957. Continued sales at a steady price show a solid comeback for housing sales in the area. Back in 2011, Maplewood homes were bringing in an average price per square foot of $82 which was similar to many other communities in the northeast Minneapolis/St. Paul area at that time.... 02/24/2016

4-Bedroom Newly Updated HomeGreat Layout and SpaciousMove right in to this updated spacious 4-bedroom home. Newer kitchen remodel with stainless steel appliances and a brand-new lower level w/ full bath. Nice layout has 3 beds on 1 level, a large foyer and lots of windows.980 Sterling Street N, Maplewood, MN 55119Several new perennials and trees planted. Large deck off the dining room leads to beautiful backyard with mature trees. This large lot is in a quiet neighborhood and is only a short walk to Maplewood Nature Center, multiple parks, and walking trails. This home has been well taken care of. New driveway, gutters, and paint on all interior rooms. Details: 4 Bed/2 Bath/2-Car Garage Newly Updated and Well-Maintained! Located in 622 - North St Paul-Maplewood School District Features:... 06/04/2015

The housing market has made a significant turnaround in the community of Maplewood, MN in the past few years. Similar to other communities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro, this Ramsey County city has real estate sales statistics showing a rebound. New Listings were down and closed sales were down from 2013 but the average sold price was up by 9% to over $200K. Just three years ago the average price of a home was over $50K less at $146,957. This reflects a rebound of 36.7% in just three years! Back in 2011, Maplewood homes were bringing in an average price per square foot of $82 which was similar to many other communities in the northeast Minneapolis/St. Paul area at that time. In 2014, Maplewood home sellers saw the price per square foot rise over 29% to $106 on average..  Sellers ar... 02/16/2015

      Looking for some family AND budget friendly activities in Maplewood, Minnesota? Here are a few of my favorites: Bike the Gateway! The Gateway Trail Cuts right through the heart of Maplewood.  Use the trail head at the Maplewood Community Center to walk, rollerblade or bike along this picturesque route that runs through Ramsey County from Stillwater to St Paul.  CLICK HERE to Download a map at the DNR website. Picnic at Keller Lake If you haven’t visited Keller Lake Park in years, you haven’t visited Keller Lake Park. In addition to the multiple picnic pavilions, there is a wonderful new wooden trail that expands across the wetland and under Hwy 36 with access to Spoon Lake and Phalen.  Fish, Kayak or walk the trail to see where the bald eagle’s nest is too!  Planning a big picnic?... 08/11/2014

T   Spacious 4BR+ Den/2BA/2car Rambler!          This home is now off the market. IF you are looking for similar home in Maplewood or the Roseville school district, contact me.       Need additional information on how to buy a Maplewood home? Call or Text me, Teri Eckholm, RE/MAX RESULTS, at 651-336-7073 today! OR VISIT MY WEBSITE  to request a buyer's guide. 07/09/2014

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Maplewood Minnesota Housing Market Conditions (March 2014). See where your home stands at http://PriceMyTwinCitiesHome.com 04/13/2014

This was a quote from Barack Obama on August 6th of this year and it will be interesting how this whole operation shakes out. Obviously Fanny and Freddie have done their role in keeping the interest rates low while the economy rebounds. What happens if their role disappears? Two things would likely happen: 1.) Interest rates will increase- Without Fannie and Freddie holding them down, the rates would most likely go up to the average level of around the 5-8% mark. 2.) The 30 mortgage could go away- Our neighbors in Canada don't have the 30 year mortgage. They have a payoff of 25 years with the interest rates adjusting for the market conditions every 5 years. Interesting?! I suppose that makes sense for banks right??? Either way, both consumers and Realtors need to stay frosty with what's... 08/20/2013

I have been running into numerous situations where my buyer clients are losing out on the house they love! In some cases, they don't actually LOVE the house but it would really fit their needs fairly well! I wondered what the stat was for buyers around the country that were over bidding for the house they really actually can't live without: the DREAM HOME! I ran into the following statisitc and I thought it was very interesting!   08/19/2013

Maplewood Homes For Sale in Minnesota on 6.13.13     NEW LISTINGS IN MAPLEWOOD $248,900 - 576 Deer Ridge Lane S $209,900 - 2687 New Century Lane $108,900 - 1860 Mcmenemy Street ,Unit K $209,900 - 2959 Howard Street N $149,900 - 1887 Hazelwood Street $174,900 - 2574 Flandrau Street $445,000 - 2317 Case Avenue E     NEW LISTINGS IN NORTH ST. PAUL $269,900 - 2223 15th Avenue E $130,000 - 2457 14th Avenue E $125,000 - 2702 16th Avenue E $135,000 - 2657 1st Avenue E $174,900 - 2465 Tierney Avenue E $100,980 - 2360 13th Avenue E $159,900 - 2647 2nd Avenue EReduced:  $200,000 - 2723 1st Ave. E 1887 Hazelwood Street, Maplewood $149,900 3 beds, 1 full bath Home size: 1,227 sq ft Lot size: 7,405 sqft Year built: 1953 Parking spots: 2 Listed with 1st In Service Realty, Inc. 2574 Flandrau Street, M... 06/13/2013

Homes For Sale in Maplewood, Minnesota on 5.10.2013   NEW LISTINGS IN MAPLEWOOD $229,900 - Arcade Street $250,000 - 2490 Maryland Avenue E $309,900 - 699 Eldridge Avenue E $174,900 - 2141 Radatz Avenue $399,900 - 1041 County Road C E $139,900 - 1428 Belmont Lane E $234,000 - 2976 Frederick Parkway   699 Eldridge Avenue E, Maplewood $309,900 5 beds, 1 full, 2 part baths Home size: 3,166 sq ft Lot size: 14,810 sqft Year built: 1968 Parking spots: 2 Listed with JPS Pro Realty 2141 Radatz Avenue, Maplewood $174,900 3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths Home size: 1,910 sq ft Lot size: 10,018 sqft Year built: 1965 Parking spots: 2 Listed with Keller Williams Premier Realty 1041 County Road C E, Maplewood $399,900 5 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths Home size: 2,166 sq ft Year built: 1947 Parking spots: 2 Li... 05/10/2013

Home Prices in Maplewood, MN - Homes For Sale on 2.20.2013   NEW LISTINGS IN MAPLEWOOD $122,000 - 447 Dorland Road S $134,000 - 1901 Jackson Street N $159,900 - 1870 Jackson Street $79,900 - 2318 Londin Court E $164,900 - 1978 Adolphus Street $150,000 - 785 Meyer Street N $189,900 - 1916 Ripley Avenue   More Maplewood, Minnesota homes for sale   Real estate in the city of Maplewood 1901 Jackson Street N, Maplewood $134,000 2 beds, 1 full bath Home size: 960 sq ft Lot size: 14,810 sqft Year built: 1953 Parking spots: 3 Listed with High Pointe Realty, Inc. 1870 Jackson Street, Maplewood $159,900 3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths Home size: 1,153 sq ft Lot size: 10,890 sqft Year built: 1956 Parking spots: 2 Listed with Coldwell Banker Burnet 1978 Adolphus Street, Maplewood $164,900 3 beds, 1 fu... 02/20/2013

No, I’m not suggesting that your agent has forged their real estate credentials…let me explain. Years ago I was out at Maplewood Mall in the upstairs food court eating lunch with my sons and teenaged niece (she’s a 30 something now so it was awhile back). As we shared our fast food fare, an attractive middle-aged woman dressed in very trendy clothing passed by but she was simply trying to hard to appear youthful. My niece mumbled under her breath, “Imposter Mom”. I had never heard such a thing but found it rather funny. Especially when the gal was well out of earshot, my niece emphatically added, “Imposter Grandma’s are the worst!” My niece explained to me that an “imposter mom” was someone her mom’s age who impersonated a teenager in dress, hairstyle, make up etc. It’s a 40-something ... 12/11/2012

First Time Homebuyer Word Truth in Housing   In a past episode of Cash Cab, an Emmy award winning television game show, a taxi full of contestants with stumped by the acronym, FSBO. As a REALTOR® in the Minneapolis/St. Paul north and east metro, I was a bit surprised “For Sale By Owner” eluded them. That is until I remembered the times a glazed look came over my buyer’s eyes when I mentioned escrow and earnest money. These real estate terms are easily be confused with other real estate financial terms like down payment or cash to close. It became apparent to me that a buyer’s confusion is very understandable; after all homebuyers do not buy houses everyday.   I thought a glossary of real estate terms might be helpful to the First Time Homebuyer. Over the past year and throughout 2012, I... 03/04/2012

First Time Homebuyer Real Estate Maplewood MN   Maplewood Minnesota has many affordable opportunities for the first time homebuyer. A first home could be a single family 1950’s bungalow or rambler or a newer townhome. Affordable homes are located in the north section of the city near Maplewood Mall or farther south near the 3M complex.Whether a foreclosed home or a traditional seller with the home priced to sell, first time buyers have many options right now in Maplewood.   In the eastern Ramsey County community of Maplewood, MN real estate sales statistics were similar to many other communities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro. New Listings were down, closed sales up and average price sold down from the similar time period in 2010. New listings were down nearly 15% from 801 in 2010 to... 02/25/2012

Home Sales Statistics Maplewood MN 2011     In the eastern Ramsey County community of Maplewood, MN real estate sales statistics were similar to many other communities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro. New Listings were down, closed sales up and average price sold down from the similar time period in 2010. New listings were down nearly 15% from 801 in 2010 to 684 in 2011, while closed sales were up by nearly 8%. The average sales priced dropped by a whopping 14% to $146,957, down from $170,959 in 2010. Homes are bringing in an average price per square foot of $82 which is similar to other communities in the northeast Minneapolis/St. Paul area but still down a bit from $95/sq ft that homes in Maplewood were getting on average in 2010.  Like most other north and east metro suburbs, selle... 02/18/2012

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What To Do When Your Upside Down Many Maplewood home sellers are challenged with the unfortunate problem of owing more on their home than what they can sell it for. The fact is that in order to sell your property in the Minnesota real estatemarket you need to be able to pay off your entire mortgage loan in order to sell it. Unless you want to arrange a "short sale" with your mortgage lender, this means you will bring money to the closing in order to pay off the remaining balance that you owe. Many home sellers who need to move now are considering the possibility of making their current home available to rent with the hope of buying a new house. The good news today is that with the tougher mortgage market, rents have increased significantly. It is not uncommon to find renters competing w... 09/26/2011

Selling a home today in Maplewood can be a big challenge, especially considering that nearly half of the competitive listings are short sales or foreclosures. Market values have been reduced in part because of the low listing prices offered by banks who need to reduce their real estate owned inventory. Roughly half of the closed sales in the curret MN real estate market has resulted from "traditional" home sellers. Are you searching for help to sell your home in Maplewood? Benefits of Using A Real Estate Agent It's never been more important to work with a Maplewood real estate agent who understands recent trends in market values. When we come out and visit your property to complete a Competitive Market Analysis (CMA), we will compare your home to all of the recent sales in your neighbor... 09/08/2011