Robert Magda: 2,000 Square Feet Under $200,000

Thursday, February 27, 2014

2,000 Square Feet Under $200,000

Finding the perfect home on a budget can feel impossible. Choosing between a spacious fixer-upper and a tiny furnished apartment may seem hard. But you don’t always have to choose between quality and quantity. For less than $100 per square foot, these homes offer the best of both worlds. Take a closer look at the unbeatable value of these homes.

Gilbert, AZ

3634 E Leslie Dr, Gilbert, AZ

For sale: $199,000

Located 25 miles from Phoenix, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhouse boasts 2,035 square feet of luxury. Top-notch amenities include a kitchen complete with granite countertops, upgraded cabinets, island and breakfast bar. Relax in the soaking tub or venture to one of the three community pools and spas. Just when it could not get any better, the assigned schools are rated 7-out-of-10 and above by GreatSchools.

Cedar Hills, UT

3814 W Sage Vista Ln, Cedar Hills, UT

For sale: $190,000

Close to running and biking trails, this 2,004-square-foot home overlooks a golf course and offers stunning mountain views. New granite countertops, vaulted ceilings and a finished basement add to the already stellar 4-bedroom 4-bathroom home. Sixteen miles from Provo, the highway is reachable in just minutes. Elementary and junior high schools are ranked an astounding 9-out-of-10 by GreatSchools.

Woodstock, GA

405 Towne Valley Dr, Woodstock, GA

For sale: $179,865

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home has 2,017 square feet of style, from its hardwood and tile flooring to its updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Located 30 miles from Atlanta, this home with private backyard and patio offers seclusion and proximity. All assigned schools are rated an impressive 8-out-of-10 and above by GreatSchools.

Sachse, TX

1811 Blackburn Rd, Sachse, TX

For sale: $159,913

Nestled on one-third of an acre, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasts 2,059 square feet of sunny, country living. The open family room leads to an expansive kitchen and a breakfast nook facing large windows. Dallas is approximately 30 miles away, and elementary and junior high schools are ranked a solid 8-out-of-10 by GreatSchools.

Williams Bay, WI

82 Cherry St, Williams Bay, WI

For sale: $144,900

This 2,100-square-foot turn of the century home combines Victorian charm with the comfort of modern upgrades, while being only blocks from downtown and the beach. The all-new kitchen sports stainless steel appliances and sleek counters. Located by the beautiful Lake Geneva, the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home also has incredible schools, all scoring 8-out-of-10 and above by GreatSchools.

Spokane, WA

6011 N Driscoll Blvd, Spokane, WA

For sale: $139,900

This quaint 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch home has been updated extensively, including new appliances. Perfect for kids, an indoor play castle is included with the 2,050-square-foot home. Gardening fans will enjoy the large backyard and garden beds. Close proximity to the Dwight Merkel Sports Complex and schools makes this home perfect for the whole family.

Oneonta, NY

104 River St, Oneonta, NY

For sale: $132,000

Built in 1900, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in upstate New York boasts gorgeous interior updates. The spacious wood-furnished kitchen includes a range hood and island. The backyard features a deck, decorative pond and gazebo. Walk Score rates the home as 62-out-of-100, with the elementary school and small businesses in walking distance.