Real Estate Bloghttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/blogAndover MN real estate market news provided by Real Estate ServicesThu, 19 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTPrices & Sales in the Neighborhood August 2010

**The data used to make the chart is gathered from the MLS.  The data in the MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.**

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Prices-Sales-in-the-Neighborhood-August-2010http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Prices-Sales-in-the-Neighborhood-August-2010Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTFabulous Home with Beautiful View of Coon Creek Wetlands!

259 141st Avenue NW, Andover, Minnesota

  • This great home built in 2000 features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, over 3,213 finished square feet and a 3-car garage!
  • Located on private 2 acre lot in prime location!
  • Gourmet eat-in kitchen with ample cupboard & counter space!
  • Features Brazillian Cherry hardwood floors, Maple cabinets, center island, breakfast bar & more!
  • Spacious rooms & master bedroom that offers separate shower & whirlpool tub!
  • Two gas-burning fireplaces, four season porch, walk-out lower level & in-ground sprinkler system!
  • Close to many parks, schools, shopping, churches, major highways & more!

 FOR MORE DETAILS & CURRENT PRICING INFO SIMPLY DIAL 1-800-230-4292 EXT.4246.

 

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Fabulous-Home-with-Beautiful-View-of-Coon-Creek-Wetlands-2http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Fabulous-Home-with-Beautiful-View-of-Coon-Creek-Wetlands-2Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTMinneapolis OktoberfestThe Minneapolis Oktoberfest begins September 10th from 4pm - 10pm, September 11, 11am - 10pm & September 12th noon - 6pm. The event is full of traditional German music, polka dancing, food & beer. There will be games like the beer barrel roll and the Hammershclagen (nail driving) as well. The event is located on the Mississippi River Front near St. Anthony Main and River Place. Admission is FREE!

Check out www.minneapolisoktoberfest.com for further details!

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Minneapolis-Oktoberfesthttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Minneapolis-OktoberfestSun, 05 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTAmerican Red Cross Blood DonationsThe American Red Cross offers the following blood donation opportunities:

• Sept. 10, 1 to 6 p.m., Emmanuel Christian Center, 7777 University Ave. N.E., Spring Lake Park.

• Sept. 11, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Blaine Medical Center, 11855 Ulysses St. N.E., Blaine.

• Sept. 11, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lowe’s, 2700 Main St., Coon Rapids.

• Sept. 16, 2 to 7 p.m., Club West,11211 Club West Parkway, Blaine.

• Sept. 20, 1 to 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 3812 229th Ave. N.W., St. Francis.

• Sept. 21, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., American Legion Post 334, 11640 Crooked Lake Blvd., Coon Rapids.

• Sept. 21, 1 to 7 p.m., East Bethel City Hall, 2241 221st Ave. N.E., East Bethel.

• Sept. 24, 2 to 7 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2742 Yellowstone Blvd., Anoka.

• Sept. 27, 1:30 to 7:30 p.m., Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 700 Western St., Anoka.

• Oct. 1, 8 a.m. to noon, American Legion, 400 W. Main St., Anoka.

To schedule an appointment, call 800-448-3543 or visit www.givebloodgivelife.org.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/American-Red-Cross-Blood-Donations-9http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/American-Red-Cross-Blood-Donations-9Sat, 04 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMT$1.81 Million in Park Grant Money for Anoka CountyAnoka County's Parks & Recreation Committee approved three projects after receiving $1.81 million in grants.

The improvements include:

- Roadway & parking lot improvements at Rice Creek West Regional Trail
- A new restroom building at Lake George Regional Park
- Roadway & parking lot improvements at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park

For more details click here!

 

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/181-Million-in-Park-Grant-Money-for-Anoka-Countyhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/181-Million-in-Park-Grant-Money-for-Anoka-CountyFri, 03 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTBlaine Wellness DayThe Blaine Lions Club is hosting the Blaine Wellness Day on Saturday, September 11th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Blaine Medical Center. The day has events for everyone! There will be a blood mobile, 1k "wellness walk", kid's games, activities, seminars & more! For more information or to register for a seminar visit www.blainewellnessday.org.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Blaine-Wellness-Dayhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Blaine-Wellness-DayThu, 02 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTPublic park in Crescent Ponds Housing DevelopmentA public park will be included in the Crescent Ponds single-family home development at Main & University in Coon Rapids. The parks amenities will include: trails, a play-structure, shelter, basketball half-court & more! The city council approves the idea but is waiting on the blessing of the commission before moving forward.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Public-park-in-Crescent-Ponds-Housing-Developmenthttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Public-park-in-Crescent-Ponds-Housing-DevelopmentWed, 01 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMTAn Inspirational Quote"Most of the shadows of this life are caused by our standing in our own sunshine."

~Ralph Waldo Emerson

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/An-Inspirational-Quote-38http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/An-Inspirational-Quote-38Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTLovely Home in Great Location

10030 Redwood Street NW, Coon Rapids, Minnesota

* This great home built in 1957 features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, over 1,248 finished square feet & a 2-car garage!
* Spacious living & family room!
* Three bedrooms on one level!
* Eat-in kitchen w/ window overlooking backyard!
* Large fenced-in backyard!
* Hardwood floors & a main floor laundry!
* Close to schools, parks, shopping, major highways & much more!
FOR MORE DETAILS & CURRENT PRICING INFO SIMPLY DIAL 1-800-230-4292 EXT. 4596
]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Lovely-Home-in-Great-Locationhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Lovely-Home-in-Great-LocationMon, 30 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTKelley Farm hosts "Paint the Farm"Kelley Farm, located on Highway 10, Elk River, will host a Paint the Farm event Sept. 4 and 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sept. 5, noon to 5 p.m. This event will exhibit nine local artists work. Sales will fund a trip for kids in need to visit the Kelley Farm. For more information, call Mark Haglund at 763-257-6165.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Kelley-Farm-hosts-Paint-the-Farmhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Kelley-Farm-hosts-Paint-the-FarmSun, 29 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTNew Rules for Anoka Rental PropertiesAnoka City has new rules for rental properties. Around 47% of Anoka's housing is rental property. Back in 2007 the city made rental licensing required and the new rules will be added to it including:

     
- Property owner notified of police calls after a second offense
- Third offense the property owner will receive notice by mails & will have to respond with a written plan.
- Fourth offense could lead to suspending the license for three months or more.

For more details on the new additions to the Anoka City Rental Licensing click here!

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/New-Rules-for-Anoka-Rental-Propertieshttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/New-Rules-for-Anoka-Rental-PropertiesSat, 28 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTRadio Control BoatsSunday, August 29th and Sunday, September 12th at 6 p.m., there will be radio control boats run in the pond near Target on Bunker Lake Boulevard in Andover. Electric boats only.

For more information, call Bob Ammend at 763-427-9552 or Ray Guimont at 763-427-8055.
 

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Radio-Control-Boatshttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Radio-Control-BoatsFri, 27 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTMinnesota State FairToday begins the first day of the Minnesota State Fair!

Gate Admission:

Adults (13-64):$11
Seniors (65 & over): $9
Kids (5-12): $8
Children (Under 5) Free

The fair runs through September 6th! Check out www.mnstatefair.org for details on daily events and activities.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Minnesota-State-Fairhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Minnesota-State-FairThu, 26 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTRiverfront Concert Series in Elk RiverThe Bank of Elk River is sponsoring the Riverfront Concert Series. Bring the family downtown for great music! Thursday, August 26th at 7:00 p.m. The Dweebs will perform some rock music for your enjoyment.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Riverfront-Concert-Series-in-Elk-River-13http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Riverfront-Concert-Series-in-Elk-River-13Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTSummer in the City of Coon RapidsThe city of Coon Rapids is hosting a summer neighborhood meeting today at Ward 3, in Kennedy Park, 8490 East River Road. Residents who live in the area are invited to have ice cream treats, meet coucil members and city staff, kids can explore a fire engine & police squad car that will be parked there. It allows time for members of the community to ask questions and comment on any concerns.

Two days after the event the Summer in the City program (LePage and Sons) is providing a free clean-up event.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Summer-in-the-City-of-Coon-Rapids-2http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Summer-in-the-City-of-Coon-Rapids-2Tue, 24 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTGorgeous 2 Story w/ Huge Finished Basement

10554 Noble Circle N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

* Outstanding open layout brings in lots of natural light!

* Stunning gourmet kitchen w/ large island, breakfast bar & slate tile floors!

* Custom built-ins surrounding fireplace in 2-story great room!

* Huge master suite w/ private bathroom that features whirlpool tub!

* Spacious finished basement that includes access to backyard, family room, game room, wet bar area & 2 bedrooms!

* Features separate formal dining room, beautiful hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, natural woodwork, 2 gas-burning fireplaces, 4 bedrooms on one level & a 3-car garage!

* Close to parks, shopping, major highways & more!

* Don't miss the opportunity to own your dream home!

FOR MORE DETAILS & CURRENT PRICING INFO, SIMPLY DIAL 1-800-230-4292 EXT. 5016!

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Gorgeous-2-Story-w-Huge-Finished-Basementhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Gorgeous-2-Story-w-Huge-Finished-BasementMon, 23 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTAn Inspirational Quote"The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra." 

~Jimmy Johnson

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/An-Inspirational-Quote-37http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/An-Inspirational-Quote-37Sun, 22 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTAmerican Red Cross Blood DonationsThe American Red Cross offers the following blood donation opportunities:

• Aug. 23, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., Don Hansen VFW, 1438 Crosstown Blvd. N.E., Ham Lake.

• Aug. 24, 2 to 7 p.m., Andover Christian Church, 16045 Nightingale St., Andover.

• Aug. 25, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Blaine City Hall, 10801 Town Square Drive, Blaine.

• Aug. 26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Minnesota School of Business, 3680 Pheasant Ridge Drive N.E., Blaine.

• Aug. 30, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mary T. Inc., 1442 118th Lane, Coon Rapids.

• Sept. 1, 1 to 6 p.m., Famous Dave’s, 3211 Northdale Blvd., Coon Rapids.

• Sept. 2, noon to 6 p.m., Meadow Creek Church, 3037 N.W. Bunker Lake Blvd., Andover.

• Sept. 3, 8 a.m. to noon, American Legion, 400 W. Main St., Anoka.

To schedule an appointment, call 800-448-3543 or visit www.givebloodgivelife.org.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/American-Red-Cross-Blood-Donations-8http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/American-Red-Cross-Blood-Donations-8Sat, 21 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTMetro Areas Show Stablizing Home Prices & Increased Sales for 2nd QuarterThe National Association of Realtors saw a trend in stable home prices and increased sales (due to the home buyer tax credit) in metropolitan areas. Stats from 100 of 155 metro areas had higher median existing home prices compared to last years second quarter. Click here to read the full press release!

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Metro-Areas-Show-Stablizing-Home-Prices-Increased-Sales-for-2nd-Quarterhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Metro-Areas-Show-Stablizing-Home-Prices-Increased-Sales-for-2nd-QuarterFri, 20 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMTMinnesota Renaissance FestivalThe Minnesota Renaissance Festival is scheduled to begin this Saturday, August 21st and will run through October 3rd. Stop in to experience themed weekends, live entertainment, live armored jousting, food and drink fit for a King, and much more!

Visit www.renaissancefest.com for more information.

]]>http://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Minnesota-Renaissance-Festivalhttp://www.freemovingtruck.com/Blog/Minnesota-Renaissance-FestivalThu, 19 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMT