Friday, August 20, 2010

Pigeons take over Phoenix mansion

Mary's Funny Phoenix Real Estate Stories -Pigeons take over mansion
Wow! What a steal! MLS stated $400,000 house needed finishing, which was an understaement to say the least. Previous owner had torn down 3 houses to build this mansion, but according to internet stories & the neighbors, had been sent to jail for mortgage fraus a couple of years ago, leaving his dream home unfinished.
Most impressive was the size-- likley 10,000 sq ft, and the front doors, which were heavy black & gold metal & glass, with a two foot medallion/knocker in the center of each. Neighbor told us each door (3 in all) cost $20,000. But the house had been abandoned at framing stage, & had been open to elements & critters for years. There was pigeon poop everywhere (& I mean everywhere) along with a few dead birds here and there. Smelled disgusting.
You could see the design was exquisite & would have been a showplace if it had ever been finished off.
Figured the house would need at least another million to finish, but after being open to elements for a couple of years, would likely have to be demolished, so no sale.
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