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Villebois – Affordable Single Family New Homes For Sale

agreen — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:38:12 +0000

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Affordable Single Family Homes in Villebois

The new Les Bois Row Homes are the very first detached homes to grace the award-winning Villebois Village Center in Wilsonville, Oregon. These new single-family row homes offer homebuyers their choice of two distinct floor plans – The Alesia and The Montraux.

The Alesia is priced at $299,900 and features two bedrooms and a third bedroom/loft option. Priced at $349,900, The Montraux offers buyers three bedrooms as well as a lofted space.

In addition to bestowing residents with an upscale lifestyle at an affordable price, the Les Bois Row Homes feature a broad array of distinctive amenities. Not to mention, each of the detached homes comes with its own garage, private patio and low maintenance yard.

Standard Features – Les Bois Collection

EXTERIORS
• 2-car rear entry garages including two automatic openers plus keyless entry
• Covered porches and entryways
• Exceptional curb appeal
• Private patios & yards
• Hardi-Plank lap siding with 50-year warranty
• Premium Composition Roof with 40-year warranty

INTERIORS
• Sculptured architectural detailing throughout with volume ceilings
• 5-1/4″ base board with traditional door case trim. MDF windowsills with apron molding
• Designer-selected recessed accent lighting
• Gas fireplace with painted mantel & tile surround
• Tile floor in entry
• Concealed fire sprinklers throughout homes
• Full security system
• Pre-wired for surround sound
• Professionally designed Melamine master closet organizer package
• Melamine closet organizers in second and third bedrooms
• Option to build with residential elevator

IN THE KITCHEN
• Kohler Forte polished chrome faucet with pullout sprayhead & lever handle
• Sterling by Kohler stainless steel sink
• Tile counters with self edge and 6” tile backsplash with full height at stove top
• Recessed panel Quality Cabinets®
• Recessed can lighting
• Under cabinet lighting
• Marmoleum floors

GE® HOME ESSENTIALS APPLIANCES
• GE® 30” Profile stainless steel gas range
• GE® Profile built-in stainless steel dishwasher
• GE® Profile Spacemaker stainless steel microwave oven
• GE® Profile Energy Star stainless steel side by side 25.5 cu.ft. refrigerator
• GE® King-Size capacity washer with stainless steel drum
• GE® Super capacity gas dryer with stainless steel drum

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION AND ENERGY-SAVING FEATURES
• Meets Earth Advantage® Platinum requirements for energy efficiency, indoor air quality, environmental responsibility & resource efficiency
• Concrete foundation with visqueen vapor barrier and perimeter insulation
• Engineered web floor systems & roof truss systems throughout
• High efficiency 90+% gas furnace
• Milgard Montecito vinyl dual-glazed windows with limited lifetime warranty
• R-21 insulation in exterior walls
• R-49 insulation blown in all attic & ceiling areas
• Air conditioning
• GE Heat Pump Energy Saving Water Heater

IN THE BATH
• Kohler Devonshire faucets
• Full vanity mirrors with designer lighting

Master Bathroom
• Kohler Serif vanity sinks with dual vanity
• Kohler Serif toilet with elongated front
• Tile countertop with self edge and 6″ tile backsplash
• Compartmentalized water closets
• Tile shower with fiberglass pan
• Clear glass shower enclosure
• Soaking tub with tile surround
• Tile floor

Second Bath
• Kohler Archer vanity sink
• Sterling by Kohler Riverton Toilet with elongated front
• Kohler fiberglass tub/shower
• Tile countertop with self edge and tile backsplash
• Marmoleum floor

Powder Room
• Kohler Sarif lavatory
• Kohler Sarif toilet with elongated seat
• Tile floor

To learn more about new homes for sale in Villebois or Wilsonville, Oregon, please visit Costa Pacific Homes New Homes for Sale. You may also speak with Costa Pacific Homes New Home Specialist Andy Green by calling 866.580.2836 or emailing Blog@CostaPacific.com.

Remembered… Happy Memorial Day!

agreen — Mon, 31 May 2010 19:26:17 +0000

We live in the greatest country in the world! The United States of America.

Please take a moment to remember our founding fathers and the values that they instilled in the country’s people, the sacrifices that they made and the vision that they shared for a great America.

This vision never would have become a reality without the service of our country’s men and women who valiantly protect our freedoms and safety both domestically and abroad. For those men and women who have fallen during their service to our country and its people, we remember you today and pray for you and your family wherever you may be.

GOD bless America.

Happy Memorial Day.

Costa Pacific Homes

PODCAST: Villebois – A Mixed-Use, Socially Sustainable Development

agreen — Tue, 11 May 2010 21:39:03 +0000

The European-inspired, mixed-use Villebois community in Wilsonville, Oregon, is perfect for people of all ages and lifestyles to live, work, play and learn. When all is said and done, the distinctive urban village will consist of 2,600 homes – 1,000 of which will be built by master planner and developer Costa Pacific Communities in the Villebois Village Center.

The Village Center itself will be a mix of condominiums, row homes, cafés and shops as well as other retail services, such as a dental office, spa, specialty grocery store and boutique hotel. There will also be a farmer’s market opening this spring in the Piazza Villebois – a lively plaza and dedicated community space in the heart of the community.

Visit ChangeHowYouLive.com or call 866-580-2836 to learn more about the Villebois Village Center.

Wilsonville, Oregon Home Buyer Tax Credit – FAQ

agreen — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 17:59:44 +0000

Tax Credits Provide Outstanding Opportunities for Home Buyers

The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009 has extended the tax credit of up to $8,000 for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing a principal residence. It also authorized a tax credit of up to $6,500 for qualified repeat home buyers.

Some of the more commonly-asked questions, and the answers, include:

How does a home buyer claim the tax credit? The credit is claimed when the home buyer files or amends their federal income taxes. For qualifying homes purchased in 2009 or 2010, the taxpayer must complete IRS Form 5405 and attach a copy of the settlement statement. In most cases, the settlement statement is a properly executed Form HUD-1.In circumstances where a HUD-1 is not provided, such as purchasing a mobile home or a newly constructed home, the IRS will accept an executed retail sales contract (mobile homes) or a copy of the certificate of occupancy (new homes).

Does the home buyer have to sell their current home in order to qualify for the $6,500 repeat home buyer tax credit? A home buyer does not need to sell their current home in order to be eligible for the repeat buyer credit. They can continue to own both homes, and rent or use their former home for something else, as long as it no longer serves as their principal residence. The taxpayer is required to use the new home as their principal residence, and live in it for at least 36 months, or they will have to repay the credit.

Do married couples both have to meet the eligibility requirements in order to claim the credit, even if they file taxes separately? Both spouses must fully meet all the eligibility requirements for either the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit or the $6,500 repeat buyer tax credit, regardless of if they file joint or separate tax returns. However, if an unmarried couple purchases a home and only one person qualifies, the eligible person may claim the full credit.

Do all home purchases need to be completed by April 30, 2010, in order to be eligible for the credit? There are two exceptions to the April 30 deadline. If the buyer enters into a binding contract by the deadline, they have until June 30, 2010, to complete the purchase. The deadline has been extended a year, to April 30, 2011, for members of the uniformed services, Foreign Service or employees of the intelligence community who have been on qualified extended duty outside the United States for at least 90 days between January 1, 2009, and April 30, 2010.

April 30th is almost here. Are you ready to take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity? (maybe twice)

Villebois – Affordable Single Family Homes For Sale

agreen — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:19:24 +0000

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The Alesia is priced at $299,900 and features two bedrooms and a third bedroom/loft option. Priced at $349,900, The Montraux offers buyers three bedrooms as well as a lofted space.

Standard Features – Les Bois

IN THE BATH
• Kohler Devonshire faucets
• Full vanity mirrors with designer lighting

Powder Room
• Kohler Sarif lavatory
• Kohler Sarif toilet with elongated seat
• Tile floor

What sustainability means in Villebois, Wilsonville – Oregon

agreen — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 06:34:58 +0000

Villebois: A Sustainable Neighborhood

Sustainability is a term most often used to describe environmental conservation and protection. Sustainability at Villebois, however, has a larger meaning: to create a community that is sustainable socially and economically, as well as environmentally. This kind of far-reaching sustainability creates true community; neighborhoods that are safe because neighbors know and look out for one another; streets built for pedestrians as well as for drivers; thriving local businesses that reflect and meet the community’s interests and needs and a wide variety of green spaces that encourage outdoor activity and social interaction, while protecting natural habitats.

Social Sustainability

According to annual statistics gathered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 30 to 40 percent of Americans engage in regular, sustained exercise, while an additional 30 percent are completely inactive. Villebois’ design encourages physical activity with numerous green spaces, bicycle paths, and pedestrian trails throughout the community. In addition, the Village Center shops and restaurants are within a comfortable walking distance of each neighborhood.

“Green streets” encourage walking and biking while managing rainwater.

Every aspect of the Villebois’ pedestrian-friendly design encourages community-building, from front porches and rear access garages to wide sidewalks that separate pedestrians from traffic.

A lively Village Center will provide residents with opportunities for passive and active recreation, from enjoying a latte and reading a book in the plaza to playing a game of bocce ball in a nearby park.

Economic Sustainability

Villebois will increase Wilsonville’s population by an estimated 7,000 residents. Currently, there are 10,000 more jobs in the city than workers. The Villebois community will help the jobs to housing imbalance.

Villebois’ Village Center serves the dual purpose of providing residents with convenient access to basic needs — whether a quart of milk or a cup of coffee — and supporting merchants to help grow the local economy.

Environmental Sustainability

Villebois contains extensive areas of wetlands and wildlife habitat, mostly associated with the Coffee Lake Creek wetlands and floodplain. In addition, a large number of mature trees are being preserved and act as a primary amenity for the community.

A state-of-the-art Rainwater Management System will improve water quality and quantity control more than a conventional stormwater system.

To learn more about the Villebois or its sustainable development and building practices in Wilsonville, Oregon, please visit ChangeHowYouLive.com. You may also speak with Costa Pacific Homes New Home Specialist Andy Green by calling 866.580.2836 or emailing Blog@CostaPacific.com.

Villebois Article in Wilsonville Spokesman

agreen — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:53:17 +0000

Allow me to vent for just a minute.

I recently read an article written by a local journalist in Wilsonville, Ore.. It discussed a new builder, Polygon NW, showing interest in building homes in Villebois. I think that is great news! What I do not care for in the article is how the author tries to portray Villebois as “the recently troubled master planned community”. I guess that he is entitled to his opinion but I think that his opinion is no where near reality. There is no doubt that permits are no where near where they were in 2005 but let’s put this picture into perspective.

Lets take a minute to recap 2009

60 homes were sold in Villebois

47 new homes sold

Villebois won 9 national awards through the National Association of Home Builder

4 Gold Awards

5 Silver Awards

Named Community of the Year (that is throughout the nation, also called the United States of America)

For a “troubled development” 2009 shaped up to be a pretty good year considering the circumstances. Villebois was the top selling community for new homes in the Portland real estate market and was named the top community in the nation.

Yes, we are in the midst, if not close to the end, of the biggest economic turmoil that this great country has ever experienced. Instead of playing on peoples fear why don’t journalists try to spread a little bit of good news when it happens or better yet try to find the good in a situation. People like good news sometimes too.

Maybe that doesn’t sell newspapers.

Click here to view the recent article in the Wilsonville Spokesman about the nationally award-winning Villebois Community in Wilsonville, Oregon.

To learn more about the Villebois community in Wilsonville, Oregon, please visit ChangeHowYouLive.com. You may also speak with Costa Pacific Homes New Home Specialist Andy Green by calling 866.580.2836 or emailing Blog@CostaPacific.com.

Buy Homes Now and Take Advantage of Buyer Tax Credit Before It’s Too Late!

agreen — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 23:32:48 +0000

Carvahlo Condominiums - Villebois in Wilsonville, Oregon

As we approach a New Year, it is important to remember all of the benefits of purchasing real estate and new homes for sale in today’s marketplace.

Don’t forget that the $8,000 homebuyer tax credit for first-time buyers has been extended through April 30, 2010. Not to mention, the tax credit now offers $6,500 for owners of existing homes who are buying a new principal residence and have lived in their home for five consecutive years out of the last eight. Buyers have until the end of June to close.

In other news, the income eligibility limits for the tax credit – now for both groups of buyers – has increased from $75,000 to $125,000 for individuals and from $150,000 to $225,000 for married couples.

Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase the home of your dreams at the price of your dreams!

And where else can you find the home of your dreams than the award-winning Villebois neighborhood in Wilsonville, Oregon!? Take your pick of the broad array of single-family homes, row homes and condominiums available in Villebois. The community offers sustainably built, affordable homes perfect for any lifestyle.

For more information about the new tax credit, visit www.FederalHousingTaxCredit.com.

Update on Legend Homes at Villebois

agreen — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:07:14 +0000

For those of you wondering the latest status on Legend at Villebois here you go. Legend Homes only has two finished homes remaining in phase 1 in Villebois. One of those homes recently went pending so that leaves them with only 1 remaining available home for sale. It looks as if they will come out of chapter 11 bankruptcy around the beginning of 2010 and hopefully begin construction on new homes once that has happened and they have sold their last finished home.

Full Story: Matrix will also give back raw land in its Phase 2 project at Villebois. The Villebois subdivision was master planned…….. Read the rest of the story here.

Contact Costa Pacific Homes in the Villebois Village Center today! A Costa Pacific New Home Specialist would be happy to take you on a private tour of the distinctive community whenever is convenient for you. Call 866.580.2836 or email Blog@CostaPacific.com for more information about Villebois. www.ChangeHowYouLive.com

Happy Holidays from Costa Pacific Homes and the Villebois Village Center

agreen — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 23:47:24 +0000

The holidays are the perfect time for creating perfect memories.

Isn’t it time you lived in the perfect place for creating memories too?

The Villebois Village Center in Wilsonville, Oregon, will change how you live.

With our brand-new Seville Rows, Carvalho Condominiums and upcoming Les Bois Collection, you can live a carefree lifestyle in the hip and urban, yet relaxed Village Center. Build life-long relationships with your neighbors. Participate in exciting community activities and events. Live a more sustainable life in a green-certified home and eco-conscious neighborhood.

The benefits of living in the Villebois Village Center are endless.

Aren’t you ready for a change?

Listen to what happy residents say about life in Villebois.