The 411 on Clayton

Local Treasure - Forest Park

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 02:41:00 +0000

One of the best things about living in Clayton is the close proximity to Forest Park. Residents can walk or bike over to the park and soak up all that F.P. has to offer. One of my favorite walks is around the Basin (lake below the St. Louis Art Museum) at sunset taking in the fountains and the lovely views.

Parkside Neighborhood Video Tour

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 01:35:00 +0000

Parkside Neighborhood Video Tour - Saint-Louis, MO 63105

To learn more about Parkside Condos call 314-414-0080 or e-mail us

The Moorlands Neighborhood Video Tour

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 01:39:00 +0000

The Moorlands Video Tour - Saint-Louis, MO 63105

The Moorlands is one of Clayton’s best known neighborhoods consisting of a multitude of fine homes, luxury apartments, and exceptional condominiums. A long time cherished neighborhood, its home to young professionals, baby boomers, families, and college students alike. With the prices of Clayton’s single-family homes sky rocketing, the superb selection of condominiums allows buyers to enjoy the very best of urban living at an affordable price. The Moorlands is truly a wonderful neighborhood to call HOME.

Located just five minutes from Downtown Clayton and around the corner from the Wydown business district, residents can easily stroll to Starbuck’s for their morning coffee; drop off their dry cleaning; hit the gym, grab a bite to eat at Manhattan Café or I Fratellini. Additional stores and services are just a few minutes away, making fulfilling the tasks of day to day life easy. Commuters can access I-64, known to locals as Hwy 40, 170, or the Metrolink light rail system within a short drive.

The neighborhood is located just south of the city center of Clayton and is bound by South Hanley to the west, Clayton Road to the south and Wydown Blvd., to the north, and the Claverack Park neighborhood to the east.

Why Not Love Where You Live? To learn more about condominiums in The Moorlands, e-mail us or call 314-414-0080

Virtual Tour Of Downtown Clayton

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 03:11:00 +0000

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Common Closing Costs For Buyers

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:33:00 +0000

Many first-time buyers ask me what they can expect when it comes to closing costs. I have complied a brief list of some of the more common expenses.

Downpayment - (lenders have tightened their requirements recently, many times requiring a higher downpayment than in the past)

Appraisal fee - (sometimes this is wrapped in the loan closing fees)

Credit report

Inspection fees

Recording fees

Title insurance policy

Prorated condo fees

Private mortgage insurance premium

Insurance

A good faith estimate from a lender will assist you in comparing lender settlement charges. However, many charges and fees may not be included. It's best to work with an agent that can help guide you through this process. Loan fees vary dramatically and your agent is the best resource in finding a lender.

DeMun Neighborhood Video Tour

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 01:45:00 +0000

DeMun Neighborhood Tour Video Tour - Saint-Louis, MO 63105

FAQ's On Condos

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 03:37:00 +0000

What is a Condo?

“Condominium” is a term used for legal ownership of an individual unit in a condominium corporation. Ownership of a condo includes both the legal title to all the space inside the individual unit as well as an interest in the common areas of the condominium complex. Costs and maintenance of common areas and common elements are shared by all owners in the condominium association.

Condominiums come in the form of high-rises, lofts, townhouses, mid-rises, villas, flats, and converted rental multi-unit properties.

What are the duties of the Condominium Association/Board?
The Condominium Association/Board has several duties and responsibilities. They are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the complex, as well as long term planning. The association is supposed to oversee what is happening in the complex, and make sure that owners adhere to the rules and regulations.

For instance, the bylaws may prohibit items that may be stored or kept on a balcony or patio. The condo association would be in charge of addressing issues that arise. A good Condo Association is fundamental to maintaining your condominium’s value. It is certainly preferable to have a professionally managed complex.

If you have additional questions, e-mail Cheryl@ClaytonCondos.com or visit http://claytoncondos.com/

Condos For College Students

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 20:02:00 +0000

Consider buying a condo for your college bound kids.

Barbara Corcoran, real estate guru, gives a quick overview on NBC about investing in condos while your kids attend college. It's a great way to offset costs of room and board.

2003 Median 2bdrm condo sale price: $257,500 (63105)
2007 Median 2bdrm condo sale price: $345,000 (63105)
Increase of $89,500

Information compiled from Maris MLS System, verified by not guaranteed [where: 63105]

Pro Tips for Condo Buyers - What you should know

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 23:07:00 +0000

Here’s a list of some great questions and information pertaining to condo living.

Ask of the Association -Request a copy of the minutes from the condo association, this can offer up some great insight.

Are there any pending lawsuits or on-going litigation against the complex? This will avoid the surprise of receiving a special assessment for your portion of a lawsuit judgment.
Are there common complaints or issues that have not been resolved?
Are condo fees paid regularly by members?
Are residents happy with the condo association board?
Is the association properly funded? Make sure there is a sufficient reserve fund for the type/age of complex you are considering. Older buildings have more maintenance due to end of life replacement on major systems and fixtures.
Are there any anticipated special assessments?

Ask of Management
Is the complex managed by the owners or by a professional management company? Try to personally meet any on-site managers.

Insurance
Does the association have proper insurance policy to cover the entire complex?

Renters
How many units are renters vs. owners?
Review rental policies if renters are allowed in complex.

Moving restrictions
Some high-rise developments have specific rules on when your can move your belongings into the building.
Do you need to reserve the elevator for your move?
Are there any moving deposits to cover damage to elevator?

Keys
Most high-rise condominium corporations require that management have a copy of your key or that their master key fits your lock. This is to allow access in case of emergency repairs.

Parking
Parking is typically limited and many times assigned to unit owners. If you have two cars and only one space and park your car in another spot, can your car be towed. Make sure you know what the policy is before making a costly error.

Pets
The condo bylaws will detail any restrictions on pets: type, size, and number allowed. You don’t want to have to remove a family pet because you didn't understand the rules.

Clayton AAA Rated City by Standard & Poor's

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:27:00 +0000

Clayton is a fantastic place to live and work and Standard & Poor's agrees. Clayton is one of only three Missouri cities with a AAA rating.

Despite the trying ecnomic times, Clayton has proven to have a strong and healthy city management. To learn more visit... Clayton CityViews

To learn more about Clayton condos visit... ClaytonCondos.com

Trianon Condos Video Presentation

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:14:00 +0000

Trianon Condos

Trianon Condominiums

Worth the Wait!! The Trianon Development

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:51:00 +0000

WORTH THE WAIT
26 Story Trianon Condominiums offer
special pre-construction pricing
BY OSCAR WATERS

WITH GROUNDBREAKING ONTHE HORIZON, the Trianon Condominiums continue their momentum and success. With almost 50 percent of the condominiums sold in just over a year buyers have been capitalizing on pre-construction pricing, low up front cost and a timeline with benefits. "In challenging economic times buyers are focused on value, purchasing a unique product in a premier location, and achieving a time-lime that fits their needs" said Ellen Reid, director of sales & marketing for Orchard DevelopmentGroup. Trianon will rise 26 stories into the Clayton skyline just east of Ritz Carlton at 50 Carondelet Plaza, offering the ultimate in urban living with luxury amenities and convenience second-to-none. With pre-construction pricing from the mid-300's to over $1 million, Trianon offers affordable luxury in the areas most desirable Clayton location. With an anticipated completion date of 2011 Trianon offers a unique opportunity to anyone planning for the future. "Buying a pre-construction condominium is an excellent opportunity for people planning for the future or for those who are not quite ready to move from their current residence. Anyone from soon to be empty nesters, second home buyers, younger professionals and families can reap the benefits of purchasing early in developments." noted Reid. When buying a pre-construction residence, one of the huge benefits is the low upfront cost to the buyer. With 5 percent down, buyers can take advantage of preconstruction pricing while they take their time to sell their existing home, plan for the future or send their last child of to college. "Aside from value Trianon offers buyers the security of knowing they have purchased a unique residence, in a premier location that enhances their lifestyle" said Reid. Trianon offers sophisticated urban features typically found in larger markets like Chicago or New York. It's architecturally distinctive and modern, with a 70-foot lap pool, rooftop hot tub spa, fitness center and floor-to-ceiling windows in every residence. The residences will start on the 10th floor offering spectacular vistas from the floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces. The Trianon grounds will also house retail, restaurants and public art so residents can enjoy entertainment just steps away from home. With so many benefits of buying early many people recognize the great value of a project as unique as Trianon. With just under 50 percent sold, only four units remain at pre-construction pricing. To tour the full-scale model, visit the Trianon sales gallery at 7515 Forsyth Boulevard, open from 10 a.m to 6 p.m Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Oscar Waters is the real estate writer for theSt. Louis Post-Dispatch advertising department.

Just Sold! 7320 Forsyth Unit 301

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 01:58:00 +0000

Another Fabulous Condo Sold!

This wonderful unit located at 7320 Forsyth in the Northmoor neighborhood has a happy new owner.

Here's what they had to say:
We are pleased to recommend the services of Cheryl Keathley of ClaytonCondos.com. Cheryl acted as our agent in our search for a Clayton condo meeting our requirements. We found her to be professional, organized, and knowledgeable. We appreciated her calm confident approach in handling the various parts of the purchase process. Her attention to detail was prompt and reassuring.

Like many real estate transactions, ours had its share of challenges, some of which occurred at the very last minute. Cheryl did an excellent job of giving us timely advice and steered us thru the obstacles that seemed impossible to overcome.

And, of course, we are very happy with the terms she negotiated for us in the purchase of our condominium. If you are hunting for the best condo in Clayton, we believe you will be well pleased with choosing Cheryl to represent you.

Feel free to contact us for a personal recommendation or if you have any questions.

We would be happy to assist you in finding your new home too! Just give us a call at 314-414-0080 or visit our website http://claytoncondos.com/

RJ York Proposed Development gets OK!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:39:00 +0000

Clayton OKs hotel and garage project
By Margaret Gillerman
St. Louis, Missouri
Wednesday, Jul. 09 2008

Twenty years after city officials scuttled a plan for a hotel and parking garage at Maryland and Central avenues, aldermen Tuesday gave a developer their unanimous support for a similar project at the same spot.

Clayton aldermen and Mayor Linda Goldstein said they were doing what they believed was best for the city by approving the Central Maryland Hotel project and parking garage.

The board's decision followed months of opposition from residents of Old Town Clayton and from Graybar Electric, a corporation based immediately west of the proposed hotel.

Before the vote, Goldstein said that the project had "created quite a lot of emotion among neighbors ... and talk in the community at large."

She told the plan's opponents: "All of us care deeply about the community" and "we can respect each other's opinions. In my mind, I think this rezoning is long overdue."

Alderman Steve Lichtenfeld, who represents the ward, said: "This location is probably the most critical in our entire city where the residential and business communities come together."

Alderman Alex Berger, also from Ward 3, said that the project had been modified to try to accommodate critics' concerns.

The $110 million proposal by R. J. York Development includes a 23-story, 225-room hotel tower, with 40 luxury condominiums and shops, and a parking garage with shops at Maryland and Central avenues. The development, designed by Core 10 Architecture, straddles both sides of Maryland west of Central.

Many neighbors in Old Town Clayton who had packed earlier hearings showed up for another standing-room-only meeting Tuesday. They also submitted more petitions in opposition to the project.

Neighbors have said the project would result in excessive traffic, blocked sunlight, impaired safety and allow commercial zoning to encroach into their residential neighborhood.

Some residents and business people spoke in favor of the project and said downtown Clayton needed more parking.

Lawyer Jeffrey Michelman said the city needed a "beautiful hotel" for business people that would exemplify "how terrific Clayton is."

Steve Shapiro said many Clayton residents outside Old Town liked the project. "Graybar has nerve to be going against a high-rise when Graybar is a high-rise," he said. "The parking is horrible here."

Fountain View formerly Oryan Place

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:47:00 +0000

New Name & Marketing

Touchstone Homes changes the name of Oryan Place to Fountain View. I personally think it is a wonderful move. The development has a lovely courtyard with a large fountain as the centerpiece. Fountain View will surely attract new buyers that may have overlooked this Old Town development.

There are eight floorplans from which to choose. Prices range from $295,000 - $495,000

The complex has a fitness center and clubhouse, secure parking, indoor storage, and of course a lovely courtyard.

Clayton Condo Market Snapshot

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:27:00 +0000

Clayton Condo Market Snapshot

Tour Condos Daily! - http://ClaytonCondos.com

210 units currently for sale in the 63105 zip code
24 units are currently under contract
60 units sold in 2008 yr to date
199 units sold in 2007
Median days on the market – 154 (2007)
Median sale price $289,760 (2008)
Median sale price for 2bdrms/1bth $200,000 (2008)
Median sale price for 2bdrms/2bth $290,000 (2008)
Median sale price for 3bdrms/2bths $334,000 (2008)
Median sale price $385,000 (2007)
Median 2bdrm sale price $350,000 (2007)

For additional market updates call our 24 hr info line at 1-800-354-6404 ext 080

Information compiled from MLS (Maris Multiple Listing Service) verified, but not guaranteed.

Paciugo Gelato - Run Don't Walk!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 02:28:00 +0000

Now Open !!

The long awaited opening of Paciugo is here. What a treat for the humid St. Louis summer. I have been twice so far and thought the gelato was the next best thing to being in Florence, Italy.

The dark chocolate is oh so good! Treat yourself to a small cup and you get to try up to three flavors for just over $3.00 bucks.

Located in the Crescent at 173 Carondelet Plaza
Hours: Sun - Thurs 11 am - 1030 pm & Fri/Sat 11 am - 11 pm

Trianon Set for Groundbreaking

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 01:12:00 +0000

The Trianon has received final approval from the City of Clayton and Orchard Development is anticipating groundbreaking in late summer.

Looking for a larger unit? Trianon is now offering a 3bdrm/2.5 bth unit at 2,173 sq ft. Each unit will have two terraces and residents will enjoy eastern views of the Arch and the Downtown skyline.

Clayton Condo Market Snapshot

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 01:01:00 +0000

Learn more at www.ClaytonCondos.com

210 units currently for sale in the 63105 zip code
51 units sold year to date 2008
199 units sold in 2007

Avg. days on the market – 164 (2008)
Avg. days on the market – 84 (2007)

Median sale price $290,000 (2008)
Median sale price for 2bdrm/1bth $199,000 (2008)
Median sale price for 2bdrm/2bth $290,000 (2008)
Median sale price for 3bdrm/2bth $335,000 (2008)

Lowest sale price $116,00 – 8125 Roxburgh unit 1 – 1bdrm/1bth
Highest sale price $2,091,363 – 150 Carondelet Plaza unit 2001 – 3bdrm/3.5bth

* Information compiled from Maris (MLS) Verified, but not guaranteed

Clayton Condo Market Update - 63105

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 04:20:00 +0000

Market Snapshot

206 units currently for sale in the 63105 zip code
26 units are currently under contract
24 units sold in 2008 yr to date
199 units sold in 2007
Median days on the market – 84 (2007)
Median sale price $320,000 (2008)
Median sale price $385,000 (2007)
Median 2bdrm sale price $350,000 (2007)

For additional market updates call our 24 hr info line at 1-800-354-6404 ext 080

Market Updates - What Did It Sell For?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:59:00 +0000

Clayton Condo Market Updates -

The Clayton Condominium market appears to be picking up a little. There is an over-abundant supply of condo options from which buyers can choose. ClaytonCondos.com can assist in buying or selling any condominium in St. Louis. To get additional market information go to http://www.claytoncondos.com/ and click on Market Updates.

Condo Snapshot
Active Listings - 188
Pending Sales - 24
Sold Condos-year to date - 13

Moorlands Condo

7532 Cromwell 3N - 2bedrooms/1 bth 1120 sq. ft. Originally listed in March of 2007, sold after 129 days on the market for 190,000. This 3rd floor unit has a vaulted ceiling in livingroom and an updated kitchen. Sold on 2/28/08

Information compiled from Maris MLS service, information is verified, but not guaranteed.

Condo Market Updates - What did it sell for?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 23:02:00 +0000

Market Updates

Keeping up on the Clayton condo market is more important than ever in the current real estate climate. We make it a part of our daily "to do" list, so you don't have to. Want to know what a condo sold for? Click here

Clayton - Downtown Video Tour

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 02:42:00 +0000

Downtown Clayton, Missouri Video Tour - Saint-Louis, MO 63105

To learn more about Clayton, contact Cheryl@ClaytonCondos.com

Market Updates - What Did It Sell For?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 16:36:00 +0000

Market Updates

Currently there are 174 units on the market. As of January 30, only 5 units have sold in the month of January. The market has definately slowed over the last 6 months.
Notable Sales -

408 South Hanley Unit B sold after 187 days on the market. This 2nd floor unit showed well. Renovated in 2000, the highlight is the beamed vaulted ceiling in the living room. The original list price was $299,900. It sold for $255,000 on 1-9-08.
6240 South Rosebury 3-East sold on 1-8-08. This 3bdrm 2bth unit stayed on the market for 228 days before selling. Original list price #299,900. Sold for $260,000.
710 South Hanley Unit 8B sold for $310,000 on 1-35-08. This completely renovated unit came on the market with an list price of $389,900 and expired. It was relisted at $375,000, after 210 days it sold.
The downward turn of the market has definately affected the length of time condos are sitting on the market and the final sale price. It makes it all the more apparent that buyers need to work with agents that are in-tune to the Clayton condo market.
To learn more...click here

Market Updates - What Did It Sell For?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:37:00 +0000

Here's a 2007 year end review of the Clayton condo market

199 units sold in 2007
Median Day on Market - 84
Median Sale Price - $385,000

35 units sold in the 4th quarter of 2007

High Sale Price 2007 - $1,995,000 - 150 Carondelet, Unit 2302
Low Sale Price 2007 - $106,000 - 200 South Brentwood, Unit 15E

Total 3 bdrm units sold - 77
Median 3bdrm sale price - $540,000

Total 2bdrm units sold - 99
Median 2bdrm sale price - $350,000

Total 1bdrm units sold - 16
Median 1bdrm sale price - $186,000