No Lanna, it is not unrealistic to offer $250 K on a $300 K listing, especially if the listing has been on the market for over 6 months. You might be pleasantly surprised that the sellers at least make a reasonable counter that each of you can work on to complete a transaction and you are able to purchase a nicer home at a discounted price. Ask your agent straight up to research homes from $275 - $325 K and find any that fit your criteria and have been on the market for at least 6 months and then preview any in your desired locale. Happy hunting and hope you find a great deal! - Mon Mar 3 2008, 17:21
Alice, the answer to your question really depends on how much you qualify for and what you consider expensive! A quick, general MLS search for Fishhawk Ranch and no other specific criteria shows 290 properties currently listed. They range from Single family homes to Townhomes and Condo's. Price range's from a low of $142,500 to $1,725,000. So nearly anything you might imagine for your next home is probably available at this very moment. There are other communities in the area that offer similar homes. Total costs to consider would be purchase price, annual insurance and tax's, HOA fee's (monthly/annually) and if the community has a CDD. - Mon Jul 9 2007, 10:07
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