Even More Houses

We toured more houses. Two winners in my book this time around. The market locally seems to be expanding, with sellers lowering prices.

1830 Avocet

Little old lady and big dog still living there. It does have a new sewer and main water line connection, new bathroom. The spot you were worried about in the basement that looked like water damage just looked worn to me. Maybe a little water damage, but not much. The drywall felt dry, not stained as I've seen water-logged drywall look, and the basement did not smell musty. Yard needs a lot of work due to the new water/sewer connection. Small garage, might get one car in it. Big back yard, close to church. Steep, narrow stairs to basement. Parts of the house in need of a refresh or update. It's all functional, but a lot of it looks worn.

270 E 21st Street.

Not yet on the market. Owner has done a complete remodel. New plumbing, new electric, gas heat. Basement fully finished, has two new egress windows. Upper floor has all new windows as well. Access to basement is via the garage, which is even smaller than the one on Avocet. Probably not getting a car in there, but a good work area. Basement staircase has a twist in it, so probably not getting any big furniture down there without a fight. Gas heat. Yard needs a lot of work. House itself on the outside is not much to look at (see photos attached). Very close to church and a tidy community park. Neighborhood had a lot of young families, judging by the people we saw walking and on bikes. Neighborhood is well-kept and quiet. $310,000 when it's on the market. Google photo is a little old, the bare lot next door has a vinyl fence around it now. Has alley access. And squirrels.

Lexi and Keaton are looking to expand their search to Pocatello. We'll have to leave that up to them to tour, as we're not willing to go that far. They have given notice they don't intend to renew their lease at the end of the month, so they'll be coming this way sooner or later.