I saw this not too long ago and it’s definitely interesting. Before stepping on the lawn I actually made sure I was not going to sink. Maybe this could provide for some very creative landscaping opportunities.
Sacramento
Drug Houses, Needles & Childhood Dreams
Everyone has a story, and so does every house. I inspected a Sacramento area property recently that was utterly filthy. In fact, Code Enforcement had to grant me access because it had been boarded up as a “dangerous property” because of its condition and history involving illegal drugs, squatters, prostitution, and many calls to the police from neighbors. This property was dirty to the core, and as you can see below, I had to be careful where I stepped.
While inspecting this house and seeing the remnants of an existance of desperation and addiction, I couldn’t help but think of the vile things that went on inside and how none of the partakers in drugs and prostitution would have ever imagined they’d end up in this filthy little hole doing what they were doing. I was reminded of a “say no to drugs” commercial campaign from the 80s with the punchline “nobody says they’ll grow up to be a junkie”.
This house will thankfully soon be rehabbed, but I wonder if the former occupants will ever find the help and hope they need.
An Energy Efficient House: Round 2 of Video
I posted a video two weeks ago to give everyone a tour of a SMUD energy efficient house in Sacramento. I ended up cutting the video down from 8 minutes to about 2.5 minutes (8 was a bit long). The new video tells the story a bit better, though the full version gives a more detailed tour. What do you think?
This project at 3893 32nd Avenue in Sacramento really shines. It was rehabbed by Housing Group Fund (in partnership with SMUD) into a pristine and very energy-efficient home. It’s amazing to think this house has the potential to save 60% on its utility bills. What do you think? Have you ever heard of Quad-Lock before?
How is the Sacramento area real estate market doing these days?
The question “How is the real estate market doing?” usually deserves more time than just 30 seconds. There’s definitely background research, information, and experience needed to answer this question properly.
I wanted to take you through (in part) how I get this answer as a Certified Real Estate Appraiser in the Sacramento area. In the video below (or HERE) I analyze a portion of the Lincoln Crossing community in Lincoln, CA, and I’ll show you what goes on in my mind as I crunch numbers and explore the local market. I hope this video is helpful.