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Hidden Treasure

By Cindy Hodnett
HomePlace Writer

A well-known and successful real-estate executive once told me that people don't make their money in real estate when they sell a property. Instead, he explained, the potential for a favorable long-term investment is determined when lookers become buyers, and he routinely advises his clients to focus on what is happening at the time of purchase. For example, does the home include the types of features that everyone will always want — things like an open floor plan, quality products and a desirable lot? And what about the surrounding community? Is the home convenient to major highways? Is the neighborhood likely to grow?

At Whipporwill, a tucked-away development off Griffin Road in northern Forsyth County, the potential is great. A quiet, picturesque community that features large wooded homesites, Whipporwill has all of the appeal of a rural neighborhood, but is less than 10 minutes from Highway 52, a winning real-estate combination.

Currently, there are several homes, both spec and custom, in various stages of construction at Whipporwill. 2530 Whipporwill Court is the first completed home, and this two-story traditional built by Storybook Homes includes many upscale features not commonly found in the under-$300,000 range.

"This home offers outstanding construction with meticulous attention to detail," said Yost & Little Realty's John-Mark Mitchell. "It has a lot of features that today's buyer demands but finds only in a higher-priced home. "

The low-maintenance stone and HardiPlank exterior at 2530 Whipporwill Court are functional features that lend a lot of charm to the property. Intricate tile and stonework, iron railings, and extensive trim add European pizazz on the inside, and Anderson windows provide abundant light and energy efficiency.

"This home has more than 1,700 square feet, three bedrooms and two full baths," Mitchell said. "It also has a tankless hot-water heater, granite countertops, cherry cabinets, Whirlpool stainless-steel appliances, top-of-the-line fixtures and professionally designed upper-end plumbing."

The main level of 2530 Whipporwill Court has a living room, dining room, kitchen, entry, laundry and master suite. The second level includes two bedrooms, a cozy space for a reading or a homework nook, and flexible unfinished square footage that could be converted to an office or extra bedroom.

"This is an incredible price for a beautiful home," Mitchell said. "The future owners will get a lot of house for their money."

2530 Whipporwill Court lists for $279,000 and has three bedrooms, two full and one half baths, and expansion potential. To see the home today from 2 to 4 p.m., take Highway 52 North to exit 120 at Westinghouse Road; turn left onto Westinghouse/Shore Road and continue to a right turn on Griffin Road; take Griffin Road to a right turn on Whipporwill Lane and continue to a right turn on Whipporwill Court. For more information on this property or the Whipporwill Place community, call John-Mark Mitchell at Yost & Little Realty at 336-768-1966.