PARADE OF HOMES -- It is Parade of Homes season and once again UrbanTallahassee is out to track the latest trends in new home construction. We get very excited about this event because it is the one time of the year that we dedicate to showcasing single-family home development -- this being distinct from multi-family construction which includes condominiums, town home developments and of course apartments.

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PARADE OF HOMES -- The Parade of Homes is a signature event for the Tallahassee Builders Association. It provides an unparalleled marketing opportunity for the organization's builders to showcase their homes to a broad Tallahassee general public who may be shopping around for a new home, getting remodeling or staging ideas, or just being nosey.

This annual showcase of new single-family residential construction is mainly hosted in Tallahassee with select entries also scattered throughout unincorporated Leon County and other counties in the Tallahassee Metro.

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PARADE OF HOMES -- The Parade of Homes is a signature event for the Tallahassee Builders Association. It provides an unparalleled marketing opportunity for the organization's builders to showcase their homes to a broad Tallahassee general public. Whether shopping around for a new home or new ideas, the annual event provides an opportunity to get out and see some of the latest and greatest trends in local residential construction. This 2010 edition of the Parade of Homes offers a relatively modest cross section of Tallahassee's residential construction over the past year.  Following is our look at a selection of homes from this year's tour:

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PARADE OF HOMES -- The Parade of Homes is a signature event for the Tallahassee Builders Association. It provides an unparalleled marketing opportunity for the organization's builders to showcase their homes to a broad Tallahassee general public.

Whether shopping around for a new home or new ideas, the annual event provides an opportunity to get out and see some of the latest and greatest trends in local residential construction. Because of the difficulties presented in following single family residential construction throughout the year, UrbanTallahassee.com makes an effort to attend this event to bring a small sample of what's available in Tallahassee's single family residential inventory. Below you will find a representative sample of what we saw on parade. Enjoy!

Home #2

Waterbrook Condominiums

2880 Waterbrook Way

Hartsfield Construction, Inc.

$153,000

3 Bedroom / 3 Bath | 1,404 SF

Spaciously yet affordable living in a convenient in-town location.

Home #7

The Magnolia at Pine Forest

1333 Tuscaloosa Trace

BrackenChase Home Builders

$166,990

4 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 1,655 SF

The Villas at Pine Forest were located on Southern Tallahassee. This ideal starter home featured several energy star appliances on spacious lot.

Home #9

Paeonia Place

185 Four Points Way

Panhandle Building Services, Inc.

$169,900

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 1,300 SF

This home was a must-see on the 2009 parade. Luxury finishes from head to toe this home featured Rinnai water heater, built in cabinetry in the living area, surround sound speaker system in the living room, engineering wood flooring, custom built shutters, and trey ceilings. It's situated within a brand new community and was one of only 2 homes complete at the time of the parade. It should be interesting to see how the rest of the community unfolds. This home could satisfy even the most discriminating buyer. Builder Jim Munroe really shines in this sample of his work!

Home #10

The Marchello at River's Landing

6315 Rivers Landing Court

Premier Fine Homebuilders

$169,900

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 1,371 SF

A northwest Tallahassee community said to be designed with everyone in mind. Ammenities include a community pool, exercise trail and playground. The home offered smart box wiring, an open design, a decent sized family room, tall ceilings and custom cabinets.

Home #13

Woodland Fields at Southwood

2416 Rain Lily Way

Beazer Homes

$224,990

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 1,393 SF

When you buy this home, you're really buying its great Southwood location. It offers an energy efficient design, chef inspired kitchen, large owners suite, rear two-car garage in a location directly across from the newly built Conley Elementary school in Southwood.

Home #15

Bear Creek East

2999 Stony Brook Ct.

Chase Goggans

$229,900

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 1,528 SF

This home was located within a very attractive Northeast Tallahassee community. Featuring a two-car garage, hardwood floors, granite throughout, and stainless steel appliances its buyer is sure to find it a good value.

Home #19

The Mason at Bull Run

2542 Lagrange Trail

Premier Construction & Development

$359,900

4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | 2,289 SF

A home designed for family gatherings, organization & entertaining. Everything a family would need in a nice package.

Home #20

Madison at Bull Run

2540 Carthage Lane

Myddelton Parker Builders

$365,000

4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | 2,284 SF

Extreme home makeover is probably what this builder was best known for, but this home (and its Parade of Homes Chocolate Chip cookies) left a sweet taste in our mouths. With custom glazed cabinetry, custom tile, stainless appliances, an a private rear yard, we found ourselves walking into this home and not wanting to leave.

Home #21

Bull Run

2572 Ulysses Rd.

Panhandle Building Services

$374,900

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2,610 SF

Here's a home to make the whole family happy. Escape to the privacy of your own fenced backyard. The home featured a surround sound system, chef's kitchen with granite counter tops, hardwood and tile flooring, and a bonus room above the garage.

Home #22

The Mason at Summerlake

1766 San Damian Rd.

Premier Construction & Development

$389,900

4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | 2,304 SF

Designed with fantastic views, open living overlooking a lake. Large master suite with sitting room, chef's kitchen with grainte, large morning room, custom cabinets, smart box wiring.

Home #24

Old Town

398 Terrace Street

Quail Valley Homes

$415,000

3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | 2,226 SF

This beautiful cottage home boasts soaring ceilings, cypress beams, large bedrooms, spacious kitchen with cozy open floor plan.

Home #27

The Typer at Quail Valley

4880 Quail Valley

White Oak Construction

$499,000

3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | 2,512 SF

This stately home was well outfitted with the finest fixtures, and amenities.

Home #28

The Ridge at Velda Dairy

6492 Tracy Lane

White Oak Construction

$569,900

4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | 2,907 SF

Exterior features a blend of stucco and stone, courtyard entry garage, and inside an open floor plan.

Home #29

Front Porch Living at Mid Town

2087 W. Forest Drive

GBGH Construction

$599,000

4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | 2,400 SF

Although this home was not yet complete when we toured, we left impressed. We were big fan's of the Midtown location, and the neutral interior color scheme.

Home #32

The Hogan at Tallahassee Ranch Club

6814 Painted Post Ln.

Perez Construction

$825,000

5 Bedroom / 5.5 Bath | 6,140 SF

Take a long trip out to the Tallahassee Ranch club, and this custom built home awaits. The home was custom built for a family that decided to consolidate under one roof. The home had just about everything an active family would need -- even a home gym. Everyroom in this dwelling was a master. Well worth the long drive.

Home #33

Southwood

4616 Grove Park Drive

West Custom Homes, Inc.

$850,000

4 Bedroom / 3 Full Bath, 2 Half Baths | 4,082 SF

Southwood contains a multitude of impressive homes and this was no exception. This home was a maze to tour, with hallways that seemed to go on forever! It featured a rear porch with outdoor fireplace, Rinnai Gas Water Heater, Wrap-Around porches, Historic Milwork & Ceilding Detail, Hand Scrapped Hardwood Floors, Natural Stone Countertops and Tile, Extensive custom cabietry and built-ins, theater room with stadium seating, and GE Monogram Appliance package.

Home #35

Golden Eagle

8999 Winged Foot Trl.

Ertl Homes

$1,200,000

4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | 4,662 SF

When you walk into this home you feel like you've left the rest of the world behind. The home was originally built in 1989 and recently underwent a full renovation.

PARADE OF HOMES -- The parade of homes is a Tallahassee signature event providing an unparalled marking tool for our builders to showcase their homes. The parade of homes provides a venue for you to explore exciting new trends in Tallahassee home design, decor, and construction.

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