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    Land Survey:  Defining a Property

    Often times when showing properties, a client asks me, "Where is the property lines?"  

    As a purveyor of properties, it would make sense that we have an answer, but that is the purpose of the land survey.  Common indicators of boundaries such as where the grass is cut, location of fences and landscaping and even etched lines on the curb are not always reliable.  

    Two types of surveys exist in St Louis real estate transactions:

    • Spot Survey
    • Stake Survey

    They can be called by other names too, and basically are differences in the level of detail.  

     

    The Stake Survey, otherwise known as a full survey, looks at the boundary of the property and its relationship to the improvements within.  It is the best survey to purchase, and is recommended by Premier Realty Exclusive in all circumstances.  It costs more, but in with home ownership, a full survey allows for the owner to be certain about what space they are in control of and plan for any future improvements to the property such as fences, sidewalks and more.  

    The Spot survey is simply an abbreviated form of reporting, where the boundaries of the property are shown, and a rough estimate of where the home sits within the boundaries is placed on the survey.  Improvements such as sidewalks, driveways and fences are often times not included in this report.  Sometimes this report is the minimum requirement of the lender.

    Surveys are usually acceptable by the title company if they are less than 10 years old and no other improvements have been added to the property, so often times buyers may ask the seller if they have a copy of a survey to give to the buyer.  The danger of this can be that the seller only purchased a spot survey, which can't be relied upon for practical uses.

     

    For more information about St Louis real estate, Call The Premier Team Today!

     

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    12103 Spanish Boulevard, St Louis $250,000

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    8349 White Oak Trail, Hillsboro $399,900

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    • 4 Beds
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    180 Mintert Road, West Alton $169,000

    Professional pictures coming soon! Great starter home, investment property or someone looking to downsize on 1 acre lot. 3 bedroom, 1 and a half bath with main floor laun...

    • 3 Beds
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    • 22042936 MLS
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    6142 Tennessee Avenue, St Louis $129,500

    Showings begin 7/3! Welcome to 6142 Tennessee Avenue where you will find charming character throughout the home! From the from door, you will be greeted with an open spac...

    • 1 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 22043485 MLS
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    832 Snowberry Ridge  Drive, O'Fallon image
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    Act Now – it’s like buying New! Here is your chance to fall in LOVE and enjoy 3 levels of living space in this stunning 5 bd, 4.5 Bth, 1.5 story situated on a premium lot...

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    Absolutely stunning 3 bedroom 1 & 1/2 bath totally renovated home conveniently located in 63123! This home features Whitewashed Oak hardwood and matching wood veneer flo...

    • 3 Beds
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    Truly a well cared for, charming and spacious home that will be outstanding for your gatherings and entertaining. The large, open kitchen includes a 6x4 island with cust...

    • 4 Beds
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    1442 Brock Street, St Louis $170,000

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    • 2 Beds
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    • 22042985 MLS
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    3310 N Hanley Road, St Louis $100,000

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    • 2 Beds
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    4959 Loughborough  Avenue, St Louis image
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    • 2 Beds
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    6268 Magnolia  Avenue, St Louis image
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    1425 Leisure  Drive, St Louis image
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    • 3 Beds
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    10564 Castle  Drive, St Louis image
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    3 bedroom 1.5 bath ranch home with partially finished basement located at end of the street. The basement features a bonus room and rec area. This home is sold as-is and...

    • 3 Beds
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    • 22043475 MLS
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