Summer Fun in Edmond

The City of Edmond sits right on Route 66 making it easy to get to any activity or attraction in Edmond , Oklahoma .  

 

So, when you’re in Edmond this summer, be sure to visit some of these great places: The Oklahoma City Zoo where you will go wild over the animals and natural habitats.  The National Cowboy Hall of Fame opened in 1955 and teaches visitors about the American West.  Myriad Gardens is made up of over 1,000 types of plants that come from all over the world.  The Edmond Historical Society and Museum is here for visitors to learn about Edmond ’s history.  The Kirkpatrick Center is another great place to visit this summer.  There are seven museums in the center some include a botanical garden, a hall of fame, a planetarium, and an air space and science museum. 

 

 There are 19 public parks throughout Edmond .  Each park offers great amenities, some more than others but, never the less, they are all great.  Some of the amenities include playgrounds, picnic area, grills, walking trails, basketball courts, ball fields, open space, campsites, restrooms, pools, ponds, lakes, boat ramps, swimming areas and so much more.

 

Summer is never complete without a few good games of golf.  You will find eight great courses to choose from.  Each course is challenging to every skill level and they all vary in size.  Some are 18-hole and some are 36-hole.  Some have a par of 70 and some have a par of 72.  You will find them all to give you a good game and a great afternoon.

 

Edmond also has public sports facilities for youth, adults and seniors; all to enjoy ball games, gymnastics, art clubs, rodeos and aquatics. 

 

Church is another great place to visit year round, especially during the summer.  There are hundreds of Churches; almost every religion you can think of and they all provide great summer activities for kids to keep them active and enjoying positive activities.

 

While you are in Edmond this summer, contact me and I will be happy to take you to see some homes for sale in the Edmond area.

Get Ready To Retire In Luxury

One of the most luxurious places to retire is Spanish Cove.  This beautiful retirement community is located in Yukon , Oklahoma only minutes to every convenience of the metro area.

 

Spanish Cove offers gorgeous, large apartments and an active community.  The neighbors are friendly and the staff is great.  You won’t find anymore privacy or security than you will in Spanish Cove.  The community is almost carefree.  Your only worry is which one of the many activities you will choose from.

 

The community offers so many of its own amenities you shouldn’t have to leave the it’s 12 acres to find what you’re looking for.  Some of the great amenities include a business and learning center complete with computers and Internet access, a community center, a library, beauty and barber shops, and restaurants.

 

There is an array of activities to keep you busy during your free time such as pools and spas, arts and crafts, a fitness center complete with equipment for seniors, a game room, billiards, golf on four challenging courses, and two lakes for boating and fishing.  There are also planned monthly activities and classes that are operated by the events coordinator.  The community also has an Alzheimer’s Center on grounds.

 

What more could you ask for when you’re getting ready to retire?  Contact me when you’re ready to buy a home in this great retirement community or in any other great community around the Oklahoma City area.

Edmond Oklahoma’s Market Conditions

Edmond has been growing at a very positive rate for over 20 years.  Home sales in Edmond are still above national average, showing that Edmond can hold its own in a struggle. 

 

The market conditions here stay above the rest of the country because of a strong economy that’s petroleum-based, great public and private schools and the University of Central Oklahoma .  These positive aspects have attracted many homebuyers for years.  And property values continue to soar.  The outlook for Edmond , Oklahoma is excellent.

 

You can find Edmond to the north of Oklahoma City .  Commuting to the big city is easy by the Kilpatrick Turnpike and Interstate 35.  Besides the great schools and economy, the city has wonderful neighborhoods and plenty of recreational opportunities to take advantage of.  All these great things make Edmond the place to be.

Best Sites For Online Home Buying

If you’re searching online for a new home from the comfort of your current home, you’re not alone.  Millions of others are doing it, too.  The Internet is the most popular place to search for new homes.

 

Last year most homebuyers stopped online to check out what was on the market.  In turn more and more real estate agents are filling up their websites with tons of useful information about the communities they serve, the schools, the weather and more.  They are also offering useful tools such as mortgage calculators, relocation packages, and tips and advice about buying, selling or owning a home.

 

Real estate agents are now adding blogs to their list of ways to market themselves and your home.  Real estate blog spots are where many Realtors can come together on one website and provide you with insight and knowledge.  These real estate blogging sites can be useful to many.  You can learn about different communities, schools, the home buying process, tips and advice, and the current market. 

 

While you’re looking online for a home, you must also look for a good agent.  A good agent will have an informative website and the tools you need to make the buying process simple. 

 

Good luck on your house hunt.