<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Norfolk Virginia Real Estate News &amp; Listings Presented By RE/MAX Ambassadors</title><link>http://www.debragriggs.com</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 04:14:23 GMT</lastBuildDate><item><title>Walls of Windows - Creekfront Half-Acre Lot</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/8926-Semmes-Avenue-Norfolk-Virginia/images/index/355799/0/t" title="Walls of windows" alt="Walls of windows" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Welcome to 8926 Semmes Avenue in Norfolk&rsquo;s established neighborhood of Commodore Park.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Situated on a creek-front, half-acre lot <em>and</em> on a cul-de-sac, this loved bungalow-ranch is a pleasure.&nbsp; The inside is fresh and lovely having been recently painted throughout and the outside offers exceptional curb appeal.</p>
<p>Inside you will find a living room/dining room combination, a huge family room addition, and an eat-in kitchen with all appliances and an adjacent sunny breakfast room.&nbsp; There are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, <em>plus</em> another, sizeable room near the kitchen that can be used for a home office, work-out room&hellip;whatever you desire.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The yard is a lovely with space to enjoy the out of doors and lots of privacy, given the creek-front setting.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This property feels like home-sweet-home and is priced over $40,000 below assessed value and over $30,000 below the May, 2011 appraisal of $197,000 - hurry and snap up this fabulous deal!</p>]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/8926-Semmes-Avenue-Norfolk-Virginia</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/8926-Semmes-Avenue-Norfolk-Virginia</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:05:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Grand Historic Home with Wrap-Around Porch</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/342-Mount-Vernon-Avenue-Portsmouth-Virginia/images/index/354647/0/t" title="Handsome Victorian" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Welcome to 342 Mount Vernon Avenue in Portsmouth&rsquo;s preferred, historic neighborhood of Port Norfolk.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This renovated, traditional home welcomes you with its authentic style and broad front porch.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Inside, on the first floor you&rsquo;ll find a spacious living room, separated by handsome columns from the dining room.&nbsp; Adjacent to the dining room and kitchen is a charming den with gas logs.&nbsp; An extra bonus is that this den also has a large closet and, with the full bath on the first floor, it can also serve as a first floor bedroom if ever needed!&nbsp; The kitchen is large and handsome and includes a sunny breakfast area.&nbsp; The refrigerator, stove and nearly-new dishwasher convey.&nbsp; The laundry room is next to the kitchen and the washer and dryer also convey.&nbsp; There is a gracious mud-room adjacent to the laundry room with heat and air which is large enough for a home office!&nbsp;</p>
<p>The second floor offers 3 bedrooms and separate open space at the front of the stair landing which is perfect for a play area.&nbsp; The remodeled bath is beautiful and even includes heated flooring!&nbsp;</p>
<p>With a large lot, new metal roofs on the porches and long-lasting slate on the main house, newer 2-zone heat and air conditioning, beautiful curb appeal, lovely interior and even a home warranty, this property represents an exceptional value!</p>]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/342-Mount-Vernon-Avenue-Portsmouth-Virginia</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/342-Mount-Vernon-Avenue-Portsmouth-Virginia</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:16:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Stunning Brick Ranch!</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/7012-Suburban-Arch-Norfolk-Virginia/images/index/339899/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/7012-Suburban-Arch-Norfolk-Virginia</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/7012-Suburban-Arch-Norfolk-Virginia</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 22:09:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Beautiful Cape Cod on Picturesque Street</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/127-Elwood-Drive-Norfolk-Virginia/images/index/336506/0/t" title="Front of home" alt="Beautiful curb appeal" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><html />]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/127-Elwood-Drive-Norfolk-Virginia</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/127-Elwood-Drive-Norfolk-Virginia</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 21:05:40 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>725 Yarmouth Street, Norfolk 23510</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/725-Yarmouth-Street-Norfolk-Virginia/images/index/330066/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri;">Welcome to 725 Yarmouth Street in Norfolk&rsquo;s preferred neighborhood of Ghent.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>This rich, historic home offers the unique elegance of late 19<sup>th</sup> century architecture &ndash; high ceilings, substantial moldings and 5 fireplaces - combined with modern systems and finishes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Just steps from the Hague and the Chrysler Museum, and situated across from expansive, open green space, the location is exceptional in the neighborhood.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri;">The downstairs offers a grand foyer, large living room, lovely parlor, spacious dining room, large eat-in kitchen with walls of cabinets and a powder room, the d&eacute;cor of which is pure fun!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri;">The second floor offers a large master bedroom with adjacent bath and his and hers walk-in closets, another bedroom currently used as a family room with extensive built-ins and an expansive walk-out balcony.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri;">Two guest rooms and a full bath with charming claw-footed tub and separate shower can be found on the third floor.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri;">Modernized systems include newer 3-zone HVAC, architectural roof and cedar-shake siding.</span></p>
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<p>Situated on a beautiful, waterfront &frac34; acre lot, this impressive brick Colonial, once owned by renowned musician and beloved Portsmouth native, Tommy Newsom,&nbsp; has &nbsp;over 3,300 square feet, offers dynamite curb appeal and an interior that is suitable for elegant entertaining, as well as comfortable living.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Downstairs you will find gracious formal rooms and glowing hardwood floors, a gas fireplace in the living room, a handsome kitchen with a sunny breakfast area, a cozy den, and a lovely powder room.&nbsp; In addition, there is an expansive &ldquo;river room&rdquo; with walls of windows, offering fabulous views of the backyard and the water, and which also leads to a lovely patio.</p>
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<p>The second floor offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths plus an oversized, handsomely finished room over the garage with extensive built-ins, which is accessible from either the upstairs or by its own private stairway to a separate downstairs entrance.</p>
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<p>The master bedroom features a private bath which is beautifully remodeled and includes heated floors!</p>
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<p>Waterfront enjoyment is enhanced by the 350&rsquo; pier and boathouse, and the vast backyard offers wonderful opportunities for relaxing and entertaining.</p>
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<p>Improvements to this home include a new furnace in 2009, recent exterior paint, new double-paned windows and an aggregate driveway and expansive parking area adjacent to the attached garage.&nbsp; The heating and cooling is zoned with the River Room enjoying its own separate system.&nbsp; The home also includes an in-ground sprinkler system, well and pump and security system.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/2600-Sterling-Point-Drive-Portsmouth-Virginia</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/2600-Sterling-Point-Drive-Portsmouth-Virginia</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2011 22:30:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Stunning Brick Ranch! </title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/7016-Suburban-Arch-Norfolk-Virginia/images/index/313510/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Welcome to 7016 Suburban Arch in Norfolk&rsquo;s preferred neighborhood of Suburban Acres.</p>
<p>This stunning brick ranch on an expansive, nearly-half-acre lot offers dynamite curb appeal and rich landscaping.</p>
<p>The large living room features multiple sitting areas and abundant natural light.  And the gracious dining room provides a wide view of, and access to, the incredible outdoor entertaining area and inground pool.</p>
<p>The renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a Fisher Paykel dishwasher, is quite large and features a separate, sunny informal dining area which also provides a beautiful view and access to the extensive patio and pool.</p>
<p>The living area is completed by the oversized, sunken family room with wet bar and adjacent powder room.</p>
<p>In a separate wing of the house, you will find four large bedrooms, three of which have private baths and two being gracious 2-room suites.  One of the bedrooms with a private bath also offers a private entrance.</p>
<p>The storage on this property is unparalleled.  One of the bedrooms has a walk-in closet, itself the size of most bedrooms!  All of the closets are generous and various storage areas in the house are seemingly endless.  In addition, the attached pool house and lovely storage shed offer plenty of room for all things outdoors.</p>
<p>The landscaping is nurtured by an in-ground sprinkler system and the house is heated and cooled by two-zone 14-Seer heat pumps with back-up oil heat.</p>
<p>The attached garage and carport offers multiple parking spaces and the street on which this house sets is a pleasure to behold.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/7016-Suburban-Arch-Norfolk-Virginia</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/7016-Suburban-Arch-Norfolk-Virginia</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 19:04:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Stunning Renovation Historical Duplex!</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/612-Olney-Road-W-Norfolk-Virginia-2/images/index/312607/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>The complete restoration of this handsome historic duplex in the heart of Ghent&nbsp; is near completion and the finishes are stunning.</p>
<p>&nbsp;Within walking distance to the medical center, Colley Avenue restaurants and shopping, the Naro theatre, and downtown, this property offers rental income and is ideal for the live-in owner.</p>
<p>&nbsp;Boasting new kitchens with rich cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, the upstairs, larger unit also offers a broad balcony off the kitchen/great room area.</p>
<p>&nbsp;Components of the renovation include a new roof with 30-year architectural grade shingles, new windows, new heat pumps, new doors and hardware throughout, new light fixtures and, of course, new flooring and paint.</p>
<p>&nbsp;The upstairs unit with 2100 square feet , offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths (one with a luxurious soaking tub) and would work perfectly for a live-in owner; while the downstairs 2 bedroom unit which is already rented generates $1,050/month income!&nbsp;</p>
<p>The electricity is separately metered so the owner pays only water, sewer and trash.</p>
<p>&nbsp;This property is not only a wonderful place to live &ndash; it&rsquo;s a great investment!&nbsp;</p>
<p>We hope you will stay on the line and make an appointment to see this exceptional duplex!&nbsp;</p>]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/612-Olney-Road-W-Norfolk-Virginia-2</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/612-Olney-Road-W-Norfolk-Virginia-2</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 23:49:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Exceptional Home</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.debragriggs.com/property/4720-Harlequin-Way-Chesapeake-Virginia/images/index/312294/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Welcome to 4720 Harlequin Way in Chesapeake&rsquo;s preferred neighborhood of Jolliff Woods, known for stately homes, gracious, large lawns and a warm, family atmosphere &ndash; all within minutes of the interstate and convenient to all parts of Hampton Roads.</p>
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<p>Offering lovely curb appeal with rich landscaping and a broad front porch, the center foyer entrance allows a view of the equally beautiful interior.</p>
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<p>On the first floor, you will find a classic in-law suite with a private entrance, formal living and dining rooms, sunny and vast kitchen/family room area, as well as a 2-story sunroom, now used as a workout room but perfect for a variety of uses &ndash; from sitting room to office to play area.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The kitchen is modern and lovely and the family room includes a fireplace and spiral stair case to the second floor master suite.</p>
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<p>The laundry area and half bath are incorporated into the mud room in the rear of the house, providing a second exit to the backyard.&nbsp; Back stairs lead to the third bedroom which is the room over the garage and which also connects to the upstairs master suite.</p>
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<p>Multiple decks and fenced areas in the backyard create a wonderful environment for keeping pets and children safe while maintaining a huge open area for gardening and beautiful landscaping.</p>
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<p>The maintenance on this home is unparalleled with many upgrades and improvements which include both maintenance contracts and warranties.&nbsp; The storage inside the house is seemingly endless.</p>
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<p>With over 2700 square feet, this exceptional home is both beautiful and functional and in truly premiere condition!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/4720-Harlequin-Way-Chesapeake-Virginia</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/property/4720-Harlequin-Way-Chesapeake-Virginia</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 00:02:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>test blog</title><description><![CDATA[This is a test.]]></description><link>http://www.debragriggs.com/Blog/test-blog</link><guid>http://www.debragriggs.com/Blog/test-blog</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Apr 2007 19:29:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
