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Ron Houvener | Keller Williams Realty | (269) 492-7578 8194 Greenfield Shores, Scotts, MI Lakefront Living 3BR/1BA Single Family House offered at $199,900 Year Built 1948 Sq Footage 1,464 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .31 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Enjoy lake living in this 1,464 square foot, three bedroom home with 50™ of sandy frontage on Long Lake. With the attached, two car garage, lots of parking, and the huge yard, this lakefront home is a rare find at this price. The kitchen has lots of counter space. The large living room has a great fireplace where you can cuddle up and enjoy the view this winter. Wake to a wonderful view of the lake through the bay window in the master bedroom. The huge, fenced in back yard is a great place to entertain and to let the kids and pets play. A one year home warranty is included for your peace of mind. Please visit www.8194GreenfieldShores.com for more information and to schedule your private tour today. All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be verified by the buyer and their agent. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Contact info: Ron Houvener Keller Williams Realty (269) 492-7578 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Nov 1, 2010, 5:47am PDT

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Ron Houvener | Keller Williams Realty | rhouvener@kw.com | (269) 492-7578 5636 Embassy Street, Kalamazoo, MI 5BR/3+1BA Single Family House offered at $460,000 Year Built 2003 Sq Footage 3,330 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 3 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 3 Car garage Lot Size 2.1 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Welcome to this exquisite 3,330 square foot Powell custom built home in Maplewood Farms. As you enter the front foyer, there is an office with French doors on your left and a gorgeous formal dining room with inlaid wood floors, a double tray ceiling, and built in lighted alcoves to display your collectables. The grand living room with 20 foot ceiling and wonderful gas log fireplace has lots of room for entertaining. The large kitchen offers granite counter tops, a center island with a snack bar, includes all appliances and has access to the mud room and main floor laundry. Beyond the eating area is a step down sunroom which offers a stunning view of the private backyard. The main floor master bedroom suite has a private deck, a huge walk in closet, and a fantastic bathroom complete with whirlpool tub. The upper level offers 3 bedrooms and a jack and jill bathroom. The finished walkout basement has a 5th bedroom and an additional full bathroom, a huge rec room with a fireplace, wet bar, and built in theater system. Other amazing features include the whole house sound system, custom lighting, and custom drapes and blinds. Please visit www.RonHouvener.com for additional information and to schedule your private tour. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Contact info: Ron Houvener Keller Williams Realty mailto:rhouvener@kw.com?subject=5636 Embassy Street, Kalamazoo, MI (269) 492-7578 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Sep 28, 2010, 8:39am PDT

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Ron Houvener | Keller Williams Realty | rhouvener@kw.com | (269) 492-7578 6733 Manhattan Street, Portage, MI 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $119,000 Year Built 1966 Sq Footage 2,180 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .24 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Located in a quiet Portage neighborhood, this 2,180 square foot, 4 bedroom home is close to schools, shopping, and dining. The main floor offers a formal living room with a beautiful bay window overlooking the front yard, formal dining room, kitchen with ample cupboard space and a snack bar, half bathroom, family room with a cozy wood burning fireplace, and a recreation room with a wet bar and access to the deck in the fenced in backyard. Upstairs you will find the large master suite with his and hers closets and a private bathroom as well as three additional bedrooms and a shared family bathroom. Call today to schedule your private tour. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Contact info: Ron Houvener Keller Williams Realty mailto:rhouvener@kw.com?subject=6733 Manhattan Street, Portage, MI (269) 492-7578 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Sep 13, 2010, 7:30am PDT

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Ron Houvener | Keller Williams Realty | rhouvener@kw.com | (269) 492-7578 214 S. Michigan, Vicksburg, MI 3BR/1+1BA Single Family House offered at $94,900 Year Built 1900 Sq Footage 1,616 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .24 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION This gorgeous 1,532 square foot home, conveniently located in the Village of Vicksburg, offers some great living space with a wonderful, homey feel. With it™s high ceilings, the main floor offers a living room, den, dining room, kitchen, and an updated bathroom. Upstairs you™ll find the master bedroom with double closets, two additional bedrooms, and a half bath. The furnace and central air were new in 2008. For more information, and to schedule your private tour, please visit www.RonHouvener.com. Property is being sold as is. All information is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed and should be verified by the buyer. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Hardwood floor ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Contact info: Ron Houvener Keller Williams Realty mailto:rhouvener@kw.com?subject=214 S. Michigan, Vicksburg, MI (269) 492-7578 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jul 9, 2010, 11:09am PDT

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Ron Houvener | Keller Williams Realty | rhouvener@kw.com | (269) 492-7578 11081 East CD Avenue, Richland, MI 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $189,900 Year Built 1981 Sq Footage 2,544 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .58 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION This gorgeous four bedroom home sits on a beautiful and peaceful lot near Gull Lake. The main floor offers a spacious entryway, kitchen, formal dining room with built in cabinets, living room with built in book shelves, and a family room with a wood burning fireplace. Upstairs you will find a generously sized master suite with a walk-in closet and a master bathroom complete with a makeup vanity. Three additional bedrooms and a full family bathroom complete the upstairs. The finished basement has a large 32 X 14 recreation room as well as an additional room which would make a great den or bedroom. This home has been well maintained and is just waiting for you to move in and make it your own. Please visit www.RonHouvener.com for additional information and to schedule your private tour. All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be verified by the buyer. Home is being sold as is. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Contact info: Ron Houvener Keller Williams Realty mailto:rhouvener@kw.com?subject=11081 East CD Avenue, Richland, MI (269) 492-7578 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jul 1, 2010, 7:07am PDT

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Ron Houvener | Keller Williams Realty | rhouvener@kw.com | (269) 492-7578 5667 Castleton Lane, Kalamazoo, MI 4BR/1+1BA Single Family House offered at $124,900 Year Built 1968 Sq Footage 1,248 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 1 full, 1 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .35 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION This 4 bedroom, 1248 square foot home is in a wonderful neighborhood in Oshtemo. With easy access to the highway, and conveniently located near all the restaurants, shopping and entertainment the West side of town has to offer, this house is in a great location. The main floor offers a generously sized kitchen, eating area, living room and three bedrooms. The master bedroom has it™s own access to the half bath off the kitchen. There is a forth bedroom on the lower lever which could also make a great office. For more information on this home, or to schedule your private tour, please visit www.RonHouvener.com. This home is being sold as is. All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be verified by the buyer. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Living room ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Contact info: Ron Houvener Keller Williams Realty mailto:rhouvener@kw.com?subject=5667 Castleton Lane, Kalamazoo, MI (269) 492-7578 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Jun 14, 2010, 11:11am PDT

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