First of all - I wanted to report that my friends who so kindly asked me to photograph them this weekend say that they do like the pictures, chaos and all. Whew!!
Secondly - happy 107th monthiversary, Ryan!! I'm so excited to have today to spend with you. I am also so glad to have spent the last 107 months by your side. You make every day so much better, and I love you for it!
And now! A "just for fun" post on this Tuesday. There used to be some kind of show - probably on HGTV - that featured different kinds of homes across the country that all cost the same amount of money. I loved watching it, because it fascinated me how one price could get you very different sorts of homes, depending on the location.
Given that I still love to look at the realtor.com app, I thought it would be fun to play a little game of what you could get for the money right here in the fine state of Indiana!
I'll start with two very different kinds of opportunities for $100,000.
1. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 814 Square Feet in South Bend.
I have visited South Bend before and have enjoyed stopping by...but I'm not sure I would enjoy living there. Too big a city, too close to Chicago, and too much lake effect snow in the winter! But if I could plop this same house in some tiny little town like the one where I live, I think I'd like it. For us, 814 square feet would be just about the perfect size, and the fact that this one also has a basement is a bonus! (It's not a finished basement, but in a tornado, I sure wouldn't care!) I love the exposed beams, the open concept, and even the light fixtures in this updated little house. It also has a detached garage, which makes me happy. I mean, I'd always pick an attached garage, but right now I'd pick ANY garage!
2. 2.5 Acres on the Ohio River in Hanover.
It's the opposite end of the state and a very opposite kind of property! I have actually also been to Hanover, which is on the southeastern side of Indiana. This property is all about the land. Two and a half acres, right on the river, though it mentions that some good stairs would need to be built to safely get down TO the river. I don't think I've ever seen a property that has its own outhouse AND bath house. (I'm not really an outhouse person, but it's a good conversation starter, right?) What I like about this one is is that it comes with an already established RV shelter, electric hookup, well, and septic. If you wanted to live full time out of an RV - and you had an RV that could handle the winter - this would be perfect!
And now...for $200,000!
1. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 972 Square Feet in Whitestown.
I don't think I've ever been to Whitestown, but it's just northwest of Indianapolis. Close enough to the city to get there easily, but far enough away to not be in the city if it isn't your thing. And this house is just as darling as it can be. It had me at front porch, honestly, but then the inside tour made me swoon, too! Built in the 1920s, it has all kinds of character - like the flooring, arches and that gorgeous porch, for example. But it's all been updated, complete with barn doors. It has a double lot, hot tub, fenced in yard, and tons of tasteful decorating choices on the inside. Hey Ryan! Want to move to Whitestown?
2. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, 1024 Square Feet in Knox.
I had NO idea where Knox was, so I had to look it up. It's about two hours west of where we live, closer to the Illinois side of the state and south of the Chicagoland area. This house needs a lot of work, but it made the list because it's built into the side of a hill! It's like a Little House house! The price includes 10 acres of woods, and you cannot tell me I wouldn't see a deer now and then with ten acres of woods! Even has its own pond!
Want to see what you can get for $300,000?
1. 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bath, 1260 Square Feet in Nashville.
Oh goodness. Nashville, Indiana (not at all to be confused with Nashville, Tennessee) is GORGEOUS. It's located in Brown County, which is known for its fall foliage, state park, and little tourist trap town. I've vacationed in Brown County more than once - before Ryan - and it's where Ryan and I started planning our wedding during a day-hike the day after we got engaged. Real estate here is not cheap, but it sure is pretty, especially in the fall. This little cabin is just about perfect. It has old parts, with all the character (fireplace, wood walls, clawfoot tub, etc.) and newer amenities, like a gorgeous kitchen! And the best part? It's close enough to town that you can get to town all year round. (Some cabins are up steep hills and hard to get to in the icy winter months.)
2. 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 1025 Square Feet in Indianapolis.
If city living really is for you, then here's a listing you might like! This third floor unit is in the city of Indianapolis, and the rooftop deck has a pretty amazing view of the skyline! The building offers underground parking among other amenities, and the unit is still brand new, even though it's been on the market for a while. All nice and fresh for someone!
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This was a super fun post. Yay dreaming!!! Also, my parents have a working outhouse and they've had to build a fence to keep the deer from eating their garden. They've even had a moose or two in their yard because moose can step over the Texas gate.
I LOVE looking at houses, so THANKS for sharing this!! :)
Happy 107 months
I love browsing Zillow and my realtor's postings and dreaming!
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