Nicole Charles earned her Wisconsin Real Estate license in 2007, and by June of 2009 was in the top 1% of agents in the South Central Wisconsin MLS based on sold volume for that year. She was named the 2008 Keller Williams North-Central Region Rookie of the Year, and attributes her success to the power of networking. She was Wisconsin's number one Keller Williams single agent based on sold volume in 2009, and the majority of her volume came from referrals.

Contact Nicole and let her help you find your new home. (608) 513-0021 ∙ nicolecharles@kw.com

Friday, May 21, 2010

Five Waterfront Homes For Sale in Madison, Wisconsin!

To read more information and view more photos of the homes listed below please visit: http://u.nu/94xda



1305 Nishishin Trl., Monona, WI 53716
$499,900, on Lake Monona
MLS #1588933, Courtesy of Prudential
4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2371 square feet

2933 Camp Leonard Rd., Dunn, WI 53558
$499,500, on Lake Waubesa
MLS #1576868, Courtesy of Re/Max
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2350 square feet

2157 Middleton Beach Rd., Middleton, WI 53562
$459,900, on Lake Mendota
MLS #1587427, Courtesy of Stark Company
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1288 square feet

5720 Tecumseh Ave., Monona, WI 53716
$419,900, on Lake Monona
MLS #1584032, Courtesy of Stark
3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1790 square feet

1118 Birch Haven Cir., Monona, WI 53716
$299,900, on Lake Monona
MLS #1593007, Courtesy of Restaino
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1950 square feet

Thursday, May 20, 2010

What will $300,000 buy in the Madison, WI area?

Downtown-Near West
  • 6 Lathrop St., Madison, WI 53726
  • $319,900, $170 per square foot
  • MLS#1531532, Courtesy of Madison Property
  • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1882 square feet
  • Hardwood floors, original woodwork, screened front porch, two car detached garage, walk-up attic, full finished basement, 1 block from Camp Randall Stadium


Downtown - Near East
  • 1225 Sherman Ave., Madison, WI 53703
  • $299,900, $165 per square foot
  • MLS #1592377, Courtesy of Re/Max
  • 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1821 square feet
  • Near Tenney Park, oak trim, hardwood floors, many stained glass pieces, woodburning fireplace, 3 season porch, deck, 1 car detached garage


West Side
  • 3725 Ross St., Madison, WI 53705
  • $299,000, $145 per square foot
  • MLS #1585323, Courtesy of First Weber
  • 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 2068 square feet
  • Woodburning fireplace, lots of storage spaces, screened porch, large deck, fenced yard, finished attic, tile floors, 1 car attached garage, skylights, central air, formal dining room


East Side
  • 265 Kensington Dr., Maple Bluff, WI 53704
  • $319,000, $180 per square feet
  • MLS #1592844, Courtesy of Fair Fee Madison
  • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1777 square feet
  • Historic neighborhood, updated but retained classic charm, vintage decorative hardware, large deck, many parks and swimming pier nearby, 2 blocks from Maple Bluff Country Club, formal dining room, solid surface counters, wood burning fireplace, 1 car attached garage, central air, wood flooring


Middleton
  • 8630 Stonebrook Cir., Middleton, WI 53562
  • $299,900, $146 per square foot
  • MLS #1591126, Courtesy of SellBuildBuy.com
  • 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2053 square feet
  • Cherry cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, open cathedral ceilings, large deck, custom tile shower, brand new carpet, custom blinds, newly refinished hardwood floors, central air, gas burning fireplace, 9 years old, full walkout finished basement, 2+ car attached garage, tile floors, skylights


Verona
  • 1103 Hemlock Dr., Verona, WI 53593
  • $309,900, $118 per square foot
  • MLS #1578645, Courtesy of Re/Max
  • 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2624 square feet
  • Granite countertops, custom cabinets, vaulted ceilings, finished exposed basement, updated lighting, large master suite, screened porch, 2 car attached garage, breakfast bar, gas fireplace, 9 years old


Sun Prairie
  • 1832 Stonehaven Dr., Sun Prairie, WI 53590
  • $309,900, $83 per square foot
  • MLS #1593614, Courtesy of First Weber
  • 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3732 square feet
  • Ranch style, 3 car garage, huge kitchen, 2-sided gas burning fireplace, main level laundry, sun room, fenced yard, wetbar in finished lower level, new carpet, central air, tile floors, walk-in closets, hardwood floors


Cottage Grove
  • 724 Chestnut Crest, Cottage Grove, WI 53527
  • $314,900, $79 per square foot
  • MLS #1587086, Courtesy of Liaison Realty Group
  • 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 4000 square feet
  • 2 laundry rooms on main floor, indoor spa room, two gas fireplaces, one fireplace is 2-sided, tile and hardwood floors, ranch style, breakfast bar, 3+ car garage, full partially-finished basement, walk-in closets, vaulted ceilings, skylights, large deck


Waunakee
  • 608 Augusta Dr., Waunakee, WI 53597
  • $309,900, $135 per square foot
  • MLS #1592028, Courtesy of Re/Max
  • 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2300 square feet
  • Cathedral ceilings, large kitchen with cabinets galore, gas fireplace, 3+ car garage, split level deck, landscaped yard, breakfast bar, central air, wood floors, walk-in closets


Thursday, May 13, 2010

Mean Marlys Jean's Baked Oatmeal Recipe


Mean Marlys Jean's Baked Oatmeal
  • 2-1/4 cups Quick Quaker Oaks, uncooked
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
  • 3-1/3 cups skim milk
  • 4 egg whites OR 1/2 cup egg substitute
  • 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 Tbsp. vanilla
  1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 8-inch square glass baking dish with no-stick cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, combine oats, sugar, raisins, cinnamon, and salt; mix well. In medium bowl, combine milk, egg whites, oil, and vanilla; mix well. Add dry ingredients; mix well. Pour into baking dish.
  3. Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until center is set. Serve with milk or yogurt and fruit, if desired. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.

Note: To reheat, place single serving in microwavable bowl and microwave on HIGH about 30 seconds.

Nutrition Information: Calories 260, Calories from Fat 30, Total Fat 3.5g, Saturated Fat 0.5g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 90mg, Fiber 3g.

Friday, May 7, 2010

Upcoming Events at Madison's Alliant Energy Center!

A preview of some upcoming events at the Alliant Energy Center!

To view a complete schedule of events visit: Alliant Energy Upcoming Events

May 2010
5/27 to 5/30 - Madison Classic Horse Show
5/28 to 5/31 - World's Largest Brat Fest

July 2010
7/8 - Star Wars in Concert
7/10 - Madtown Throwdown Fight
7/14 to 7/18 - Dane County Fair
7/14 - Simon and Garfunkel

August 2010
8/6 to 8/8 - MS Bike Tour
8/28 - Art Pottery Show and Sale

September 2010
9/28 to 10/2 - World's Dairy Expo

October 2010
10/22 to 10/24 - Madison Magazine's Food and Wine Show
10/23 - Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk Fundraiser

November 2010
11/7 - Wisconsin Dog Fair
11/20 to 11/21 - Brava Magazine's Women's Expo
11/20 to 11/21 - One of a Kind Rubber Stamp and Scrapbook Show

December 2010
12/23 - Holiday Blood Drive

January 2011
1/15 to 1/16 - Wedding Planner and Guide Bridal Show
1/29 - Isthmus Beer and Cheese Fest