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<generator>Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/</generator><item><title>Open Houses of the Week: May 26-27</title><link>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/05/25/open-houses-of-the-week-may-26-27/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/05/25/open-houses-of-the-week-may-26-27/</guid><comments>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/05/25/open-houses-of-the-week-may-26-27/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/category/news/" rel="tag">News</a>,<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/category/buying/" rel="tag">Buying</a></p><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/open-house-alamy-2-1336666040-1337170234-1337678266.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px; float: left;" />There's nothing quite like the lure of an open house sign. Granted, you might not be in the neighborhood (or tax bracket) for many of these outstanding properties, but there's still plenty to admire -- even from the comfort of your swivel chair.<br />
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation.<br />
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		<em><em><strong>Albuquerque, N.M.</strong></em></em></h1>
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<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/8613-Horacio-Pl-Ne_Albuquerque_NM_87111_M24720-31544" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_5041676" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/7albuqurquenm.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat., May 26<br />
<strong>Price: </strong>$265,000<br />
<strong>Property details:</strong> A unique, 2,748-square-foot, two-bedroom home with character to boot -- particularly if you love the great outdoors! With balconies that overlook the breathtaking Sandia Mountains and a lush front yard that's been landscaped with native grass, it's a home that's perfect for nature lovers. Plus, it's in walking distance to parks, and in a great northeast location.<br />
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<em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/8613-Horacio-Pl-Ne_Albuquerque_NM_87111_M24720-31544" target="_blank">See inside this property</a>.</strong></em><br />
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<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Albuquerque_NM">Albuquerque homes for sale</a>. </strong></em><br />
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		<strong><em>Mesa, Ariz.</em></strong></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/3556-N-Paseo-Del-Sol_Mesa_AZ_85207_M16843-25697" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_5041666" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/1mesaariz.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat.-Sun., May 26-27<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$339,000<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> A stunning four-bedroom, three-bathroom Mesa home that boasts spectacular city and desert mountain views. The 2,657-square-foot home offers exquisite detailing throughout, from its plank maple floors with custom molding, plantation shutters, travertine tiles and gorgeous fireplaces, it's a home that's both luxurious and easy on the eyes. Plus, with abundant outdoor entertaining spaces and covered patios (even a built-in barbecue island and in-ground heated pool!), it's perfect for entertaining. And at less than $400,000 -- the price is right, too!<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/871-Centrillion-Dr_Mc-Lean_VA_22102_M61051-43358" target="_blank"><br />
	</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2131-S-Bayshore-Dr_Coconut-Grove_FL_33133_M53670-25793" target="_blank"><br />
	</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/3556-N-Paseo-Del-Sol_Mesa_AZ_85207_M16843-25697" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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	<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Mesa_AZ">Mesa homes for sale</a>. </strong></em><br />
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			<em><strong>Oakton, Va.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/10862-Meadow-Pond-Ln_Oakton_VA_22124_M67015-00269" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_5041670" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/3oaktonva.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 27<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$899,000<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> Situated on an idyllic, quiet drive in Berryland Farm, this classic Colonial sits on over half an acre of lush greenery, abundant with mature trees and professional landscaping. Inside, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and over 3,800 square feet of elegant living space. Perfect for entertaining with its huge backyard, deck, gazebo and in-ground pool.<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/10862-Meadow-Pond-Ln_Oakton_VA_22124_M67015-00269" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Oakton_VA">Oakton homes for sale</a>. </strong></em></div>
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			<em><strong>Los Angeles</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/6421-W-5th-St_West-Hollywood_CA_90048_M18487-10447" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_5044283" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/2losangelescalif-1337854162-1337886703.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 27<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$2.299 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> Truly a California beauty, and located in the heart of the action! This stunning five-bedroom, 4&amp;frac12;-bathroom Mediterranean is conveniently located near the Los Angeles County art museums, The Grove shopping center, Beverly Center, Whole Foods Market and the trendy restaurants on Third Street. Inside, you'll find all the modern luxury features that you could dream of, from top-of-the-line appliances, a gourmet chef's kitchen, and fireplaces. Throw in a luxe backyard pool and spa and you have yourself the perfect L.A. dwelling.<br />
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/6421-W-5th-St_West-Hollywood_CA_90048_M18487-10447" target="_blank"><br />
		<em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Los-Angeles_CA" target="_blank">Los Angeles homes for sale</a>. </strong></em></em></div>
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			<em><strong>Millburn, N.J.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/90-Western-Dr_Short-Hills_NJ_07078_M58749-94400" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_5041673" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/6newjersey.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 27<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$2.15 million<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>:</strong> This picturesque Colonial was built in 1905, yet boasts a wonderful balance of Old World charm and modern luxury. Inside, you'll find a huge, renovated gourmet kitchen, glossy hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, numerous fireplaces and airy, museum-like living spaces. We love the home's massive windows, lending views of flawless garden landscaping. The stunning home features six generous bedrooms and six full bathrooms.<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/90-Western-Dr_Short-Hills_NJ_07078_M58749-94400"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Millburn_NJ" target="_blank"> See more Millburn homes for sale</a>. </strong></em></em><br />
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				<em><strong>Gambrills, Md.</strong></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1002-Duckett-Farm-Way_Gambrills_MD_21054_M69704-49890" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_5041678" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/4gambrillsmd.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
			<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat.-Sun., May 26-27<br />
			<strong>Price: </strong>$897,587<br />
			<strong>Property details: </strong>A beautiful and spacious luxury manor (built in 2012!) on an acre of rolling green land. Located in the coveted Duckett Farm community and close to Fort Meade, the elegant four-bedroom, four-bathroom home boasts both looks and location. With over 3,554 square feet of living space and generous front and back yards, the home is perfect for big (or growing!) families with pets.<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1002-Duckett-Farm-Way_Gambrills_MD_21054_M69704-49890" target="_blank"><br />
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			<em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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			<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Gambrills_MD" target="_blank">Gambrills homes for sale</a>. </strong></em></div>
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				<em><strong>Dallas</strong></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/5619-Miller-Ave_Dallas_TX_75206_M85787-84835" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_5041680" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/5dallastexas.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
			<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 27<br />
			<strong>Price: $</strong>650,000<br />
			<strong>Property details:</strong> This immaculate custom-built home is just minutes away from Knox Henderson and boasts the finest of luxury amenities. Surround sound in the game room, family room and even patio, a large outdoor bricked patio with a fireplace, and a "dreamy" chef's kitchen stocked with stainless steel appliances -- you'll want for nothing. Throw in oak hardwood floors and stairs, and exquisite crown moldings, and you'll have yourself your dream Texas home.<br />
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/5619-Miller-Ave_Dallas_TX_75206_M85787-84835" target="_blank"><br />
			<em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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			<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Dallas_TX">Dallas homes for sale</a>. </strong></em></em></div>
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation.<br />
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		<strong><em>Ross, Calif.</em></strong></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/29-Upper-Rd_Ross_CA_94957_M20790-86117" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5027258" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/00ross.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 20<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$3.698 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This 3,960-square-foot residence is located on one of Ross's finest streets and boasts four bedrooms and four baths. Sitting on over 2 acres, it offers powerful views of Mt. Tam and the San Francisco Bay, as well as a sweeping yard with a pool and wooden deck.<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/871-Centrillion-Dr_Mc-Lean_VA_22102_M61051-43358" target="_blank"><br />
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	</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/29-Upper-Rd_Ross_CA_94957_M20790-86117" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property</strong></em></a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/29-Upper-Rd_Ross_CA_94957_M20790-86117" target="_blank"><em><strong>.</strong></em></a><br />
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			<em><strong>Tucson, Ariz.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1581-E-Crimson-Canyon-Pl_Tucson_AZ_85737_M22952-19995" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5027257" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/01tucson.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 20<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$895,000<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> Situated high against monumental Pusch Ridge, this 6,094-square-foot hilltop estate offers four beds and four baths. Located in a gated community, the home features glass-etched double-entry doors which open into a grand foyer, a gourmet kitchen with granite fixtures, and a great room with copper fireplace and 24-foot ceilings. There are also two master suites and a library loft. Outside is a Pebble-Tec pool surrounded by accented boulders, as well as a putting green and a 3&amp;frac12;-car garage.<br />
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		<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1581-E-Crimson-Canyon-Pl_Tucson_AZ_85737_M22952-19995" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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			<em><strong>Potomac, Md.</strong></em></h1>
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 20<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$1.745 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> This California contemporary home was designed to integrate the natural beauty of its surroundings with its interior, which includes five bedrooms and 5&amp;frac12; baths. The house sits on a private, professionally landscaped lot of more than 2 acres and boasts a three-tiered deck, multiple patios, and an in-ground swimming pool with a waterfall. Other features include a recreation room, game room, exercise room, and bar with custom cabinetry.<br />
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/8904-Iron-Gate-Ct_Rockville_MD_20854_M51376-75927" target="_blank"><em> </em><br />
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			<em><strong>Greenwood Village, Colo.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/6-Alexander-Ln_Greenwood-Village_CO_80121_M11783-68289" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5027260" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/04greenwoodcolo.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 20<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$2.2 million<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>:</strong> This 5,495-square-foot country estate features walls of windows and a sophisticated, angular architectural style. With four bedrooms and five baths, the home has a versatile floorplan that can accommodate intimate evenings as well as large-scale gatherings. Nearby is a neighborhood equestrian park.<br />
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				<em><em><strong>Pinecrest, Fla.</strong></em></em></h1>
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/13500-Sw-66th-Ave_Miami_FL_33156_M51287-10121" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5027279" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/03pinecrestfl.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 20<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$1.695 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> This stunning modern home was designed by architect David Wolfberg as his personal residence and is located in Devonwood, a deluxe community of 77 residences with private police protection. A series of terraces offers spectacular views of lush tropic scenery. With 6,101 square feet -- and five bedrooms and five baths -- the house features plenty of flexible space. Outside, amid the verdant vegetation, is a beautiful pool.<br />
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/871-Centrillion-Dr_Mc-Lean_VA_22102_M61051-43358" target="_blank"><br />
		</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/13500-Sw-66th-Ave_Miami_FL_33156_M51287-10121" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property</strong></em></a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/13500-Sw-66th-Ave_Miami_FL_33156_M51287-10121" target="_blank"><em><strong>.</strong></em></a><br />
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				<em><strong>Toluca Lake, Calif.</strong></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/10084-Valley-Spring-Ln_Toluca-Lake_CA_91602_M22886-23068" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5027280" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/02tulocaca.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
			<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 20<br />
			<strong>Price: </strong>$3.4 million<br />
			<strong>Property details: </strong>This lush Spanish Revival home is located on Lakeside Golf Course and offers four beds and five baths. With 5,132 square feet, there's more than enough room for fabulous features like a gourmet kitchen (with Viking Pro appliances, granite counters and large, walnut center-island) and spacious master suite (with dual walk-in closets, breathtaking views, and a copper bathtub). Amenities include fireplaces, fountains and a wine closet, and there are high ceilings, mahogany windows and doors, and distressed wood floors throughout. Its private yard includes a loggia, barbecue, and a pool with a spa.<br />
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			<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/10084-Valley-Spring-Ln_Toluca-Lake_CA_91602_M22886-23068" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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				<em><strong>Hansville, Wash.</strong></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2687-Ne-Twin-Spits-Rd_Hansville_WA_98340_M14837-67211" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5027281" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/08hainsvillewa.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
			<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 20<br />
			<strong>Price: $</strong>598,500<br />
			<strong>Property details:</strong> This 2,430-square-foot waterfront home is situated on the banks of the placid Hood Canal, and at the foot of Mt. Ranier and the Olympic Mountains. It includes three bedrooms and three baths. The main living areas and upper master suite offer sweeping marine views, while a wide, covered deck for dining features a firepit, gardens and surrounding hardscape. A freestanding garage includes a loft with workspace.<br />
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2687-Ne-Twin-Spits-Rd_Hansville_WA_98340_M14837-67211" target="_blank"><em> </em><br />
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	Ryan Seacrest, host of American Idol, has officially purchased talk show host Ellen DeGeneres's Beverly Hills estate for $37 million. DeGeneres originally asked $49 million for the 3-acre property, which has a 9,200-square-foot main house, three guest houses, an outdoor pool, covered lounging and dining areas, and koi ponds.</p>
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In the spirit of, er, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWu0N0qPeME" target="_blank">honesty</a>, we have to lament that Billy Joel's <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Miami_FL" target="_blank">Miami</a> mansion, which just hit the market for <a href="http://www.onesothebysrealty.com/la-gorce-island-pb-40-7/82-la-gorce-cr-miami-beach-fl-33141-a1638001" target="_blank">$14.75 million</a>, is a little much. When it comes to the opulent details, our favorite six-time-Grammy-winning <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sFlBJ1Jk3w" target="_blank">"Piano Man"</a> (pictured below) has clearly pulled out all the stops. The sheer amount of marble, limestone, wrought iron -- and crystal dripping from the ceilings in chandelier form -- almost borders on excessive.<br />
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<img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/135703811.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px; float: left;" />But here at <em>AOL Real Estate</em>, we're not opposed to a dash of frivolity here and there (who could forget NYC's <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/05/02/house-of-the-day-nyc-penthouse-playground-video/" target="_blank">penthouse with a slide</a>?). And Billy Joel's Mediterranean-style manse of is right up there with the best of them. Silk drapes, plush oriental rugs, polished marble floors and dramatic staircases adorn this 8,881-square-foot home. Outside, you can enjoy lush, Spanish-style paved courtyards, a luxury pool and spa with cabana, a deep-water dock, and more than 150 feet of direct water frontage on Biscayne Bay. (It's built on <a href="http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/entertainment/celebrities/billy-joel-selling-miami-beach-mansion-for-1475m-150847695.html" target="_blank">star-studded La Gorce Island</a>, which has also been home to Shakira and rapper Lil' Wayne).<br />
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Jorge Uribe and Joanna Berg of ONE Sotheby's International Realty <a href="http://www.onesothebysrealty.com/la-gorce-island-pb-40-7/82-la-gorce-cr-miami-beach-fl-33141-a1638001" target="_blank">have the listing</a>.<br />
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Click on the images below to see more homes for sale in <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Miami_FL" target="_blank">Miami</a>.<br />
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Granted, you might not be in the neighborhood (or tax bracket) for many of these outstanding properties, but there's still plenty to admire -- even from the comfort of your swivel chair. So wipe your feet at the door and scroll right on through. Oh, and Happy Mother's Day to all moms!<div style="width: 570px; border-top: 1px dotted black; display: block; padding: 10px 5px;">
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	<em><strong>Bainbridge Island, Wash.</strong></em></h1>
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<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 13<br />
<strong>Price: </strong>$659,000<br />
<strong>Property details:</strong> This home, flanked by verdant gardens and fruit trees, is an ode to the beauty of our collective mom -- Mother Earth. Nestled in gorgeous, forest-lush greenery on picturesque Little Manzanita Bay (we're talking stunning waterfront views), the exceptional home is perfect for those who love the great outdoors without wanting to sacrifice their creature comforts. Inside, you get over 4,000 square feet of expansive rooms, fireplaces, five updated bathrooms and a new kitchen -- though those perpetually green views from every window are what really steal the show here!<br />
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<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/23-Welsh-Ln_Harding_NJ_07976_M67236-44523" target="_blank"><em> </em></a><em><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/6650-Ne-Bayview-Blvd_Bainbridge-Island_WA_98110_M19470-26440" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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		<strong><em>Arlington, Va.</em></strong></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2138-Patrick-Henry-Dr_Va_VA_22205_M52645-11189" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5016563" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/4arlingtonva.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 13<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$1.35 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> A truly exceptional <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/tag/colonial+home/" target="_blank">Colonial-style</a> home that would make any mom proud -- from its polished hardwood floors and dramatic curved staircases, to its exquisite crown moldings and flawless classical, antique-style furnishings, this stunning mansion shows like a model home. It features four bedrooms, six bathrooms, and a gourmet chef's kitchen that would make <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/07/nigella-lawson-caramel_n_1134145.html" target="_blank">Nigella Lawson</a> drool. And this Mother's Day, they're slicing $50,000 off the original listing price! Also, free roses for any moms attending the open house this Sunday.<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/871-Centrillion-Dr_Mc-Lean_VA_22102_M61051-43358" target="_blank"><br />
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			<em><strong>Beverly Hills, Calif.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2420-Bowmont-Dr_Beverly-Hills_CA_90210_M12545-76559" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5016564" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/1bevhillsca.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 13<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $3.199 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>This exceptional <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/tag/midcentury+modern+homes/" target="_blank">Midcentury</a> renovation, originally designed by Neutra apprentice <a href="https://www.google.com/search?sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;q=donald+p+polsky" target="_blank">Donald P. Polsky</a> and built in 1961, is perfect for moms who have the most refined architectural tastes (and who love to entertain!). The home features a sunlit living room that boasts a floor-to-ceiling wall of glass; it opens to an expansive outdoor entertaining deck with stunning views of the canyon, all the way to the ocean. Plus, there's a glistening luxury pool and spa. Inside, you get 3,791 square feet of space, four bedrooms, four bathrooms and soaring cathedral-style ceilings throughout. A classic Beverly Hills beauty.<br />
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		<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2420-Bowmont-Dr_Beverly-Hills_CA_90210_M12545-76559" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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			<em><strong>Santa Fe, N.M.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/41-Violet-Cir_Santa-Fe_NM_87506_M15882-74762" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5016603" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/6znewmex.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 13<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.825 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> A rare and exquisite home that's the perfect blend of "classic Santa Fe," with all the modern touches. At 6,219 square feet, it's perfect for huge family gatherings, abundant with spacious living and dining spaces. There's even a huge guesthouse (or mother-in-law quarters, perhaps?) equipped with a full kitchen and two individual suites. Inside, you're blessed with spectacular east and west views, brilliant white plaster walls, antique beamed ceilings, and gorgeous brick floors.<br />
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/41-Violet-Cir_Santa-Fe_NM_87506_M15882-74762" target="_blank"><em> </em><br />
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			<em><strong>Scottsdale, Ariz.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/12580-E-Gold-Dust-Ave_Scottsdale_AZ_85259_M26139-29188" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5016606" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/3arizona.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sun., May 13<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $699,000<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>This beautifully remodeled desert home on aptly-named Gold Dust Avenue boasts gorgeous mountain views that every mom will love. Inside, the home boasts exquisite details -- vaulted ceilings, custom tile work, glass-block accents, hardwood floors, wet bars, fireplaces and bay windows. Moms (and dads!) can whip up gourmet meals in the sunny kitchen while the kids frolic on the sports court and grassy lawn. Afterward, the whole family can take lazy dips in the sparkling pool and soak up that warm Santa Fe sun.<br />
		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/12580-E-Gold-Dust-Ave_Scottsdale_AZ_85259_M26139-29188" target="_blank"><br />
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				<em><em><strong>Austin, Texas</strong></em></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/7028-Cielo-Azul-Pass_Austin_TX_78732_M85198-88290" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5016607" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/5texas.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., May 13<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $1.85 million<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> Lake Travis main basin views? Check. Open floor plan and sprawling living spaces? Check. Luxury amenities to boot? Check. This home has been described as a "work of art," with its amazing curved, stone staircase, custom floor tile, incredible double-height ceilings, and endless water views from almost every angle. Plus, with energy efficient features, this 5,446-square-foot beauty is as green as it is glamorous.<br />
			<em> <em> <em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/7028-Cielo-Azul-Pass_Austin_TX_78732_M85198-88290" target="_blank"><br />
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Another day, another Hollywood facade! Today's House of the Day is a stunning mansion most famous for being Olympian <a href="http://www.brucejenner.com/" target="_blank">Bruce Jenner</a> and <a href="http://krisjenner.celebuzz.com/" target="_blank">Kris Kardashian-Jenner</a>'s home, featured regularly on the hit reality show <a href="http://www.eonline.com/shows/kardashians" target="_blank">"Keeping Up With the Kardashians."</a> (For those who don't tune in, Jenner is Kim Kardashian's stepfather, who lives with the Kardashian matriarch, Kris, and their daughters).<br />
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Except, in real life, <em>it's not actually their house</em>. Brian Cooley, a publicist for <a href="http://www.theagencyre.com/for-sale/11947-iredell-st-studio-city/" target="_blank">The Agency</a>, tells <em>AOL Real Estate</em> that the E Network simply uses the <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Studio-City_CA" target="_blank">Studio City, Calif.</a>, home as a stand-in for the authentic Kardashian-Jenner abode (which is <a href="http://www.latimes.com/features/home/la-hm-kardashian-interior-design-photos,0,2439192.photogallery" target="_blank">actually in Calabasas</a>). This confirms whisperings from our friends at <a href="http://la.curbed.com/archives/2012/03/kardashians_fake_tv_show_house_in_fryman_canyon_is_back.php" target="_blank">Curbed</a>, who've been telling us for months now that the family has just been "pretending" to live on the estate.<br />
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Apparently, they're not the first, either. The clearly telegenic home has also been featured in HBO's <a href="http://la.curbed.com/archives/2012/03/kardashians_fake_tv_show_house_in_fryman_canyon_is_back.php" target="_blank">"True Blood."</a> And the Hollywood connections don't even end there.<br />
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"The home is also in the very same neighborhood as George Clooney's home," Cooley reveals. "You could be neighbors with George Clooney."<br />
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Um, yes, please.<br />
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A-list (and B-list) associations aside, the home's something else. Highlights of the almost 8,000-square-foot mansion include five Bedari 24 karat gold and crystal chandeliers, sconces from the Paris Opera House and a 600-year-old fountain that was imported from financier Malcolm Forbes' estate in Florence, Italy. No wonder it was chosen as the Kardashian-Jenners' fake house!<br />
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Michelle Schwartz and Craig Knizek of The Agency <a href="http://www.theagencyre.com/for-sale/11947-iredell-st-studio-city/" target="_blank">have the listing</a>.<br />
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At <em>AOL Real Estate</em> we love nothing more than a gorgeous home with A-list associations and this one's got beauty and star power to boot!<br />
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This newly-listed, $14.9 million mansion in La Jolla, Calif., belonged to the late jockey <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2002/12/15/nyregion/billy-pearson-jockey-and-quiz-show-winner-dies-at-82.html" target="_blank">Billy Pearson</a>, who was credited with over 800 victories in the 1940s and '50s and was close to Hollywood heavyweights like director John Huston and dancer Gene Kelly. The perpetually star-studded home also served as a staging ground for Bing Crosby and fellow actor and singer Burl Ives.<br />
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Horseman and his Hollywood posse aside, the 10,000-square-foot home is still outstanding on its own merits. The sprawling, six-bedroom manse boasts ocean views, a home theater, a colossal wine cellar and five courtyards. Plus, it's been designated a historic site and was modeled after Italian opera house <a href="http://www.teatrolafenice.it/" target="_blank">"Teatro La Fenice"</a> by the celebrated architect Tom Sheperd.<br />
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Andrew Karrigan of Teles Properties <a href="http://6019avenidacresta.com/" target="_blank">has the listing</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9046-La-Jolla-Shores-Ln_La-Jolla_CA_92037_M19505-06633" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/01-1335985239.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/308-Vista-De-La-Playa_La-Jolla_CA_92037_M15594-44130" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/03.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/6292-Camino-De-La-Costa_La-Jolla_CA_92037_M16910-67439" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/02.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation.<br />
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		<strong><em>Coconut Grove, Fla.</em></strong></h1>
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 6<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$4.5 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> Whether you've got a growing family or are swinging solo, this sprawling and private Mediterranean estate could be perfect for you! Nestled on over an acre of lush grounds in the heart of Florida's idyllic Coconut Grove, the stunning 6,307-square-foot home was built in 1910 for the town's founder, John Peacock. So the finest attention to detail was paid. From the Honduran mahogany impact windows and doors, original Florida cherrywood floors, soaring ceilings and even a 1,500 bottle, temperature-controlled wine cellar, the home has predicted your every need. Got kids? They'll love the colossal backyard pool, tennis courts and generous recreational rooms, while adults can wind down on the patio, nursing a drink from their outdoor wet bar. Heavenly.<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/675-W-Paces-Ferry-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30327_M55613-52151?ex=ATGA_4273360&amp;mlslid=4273360" target="_blank"><br />
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			<em><strong>Tucson, Ariz.</strong></em></h1>
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 6<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $4.199 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>A stunning desert contemporary for those who love the great outdoors and their creature comforts. The 5,338-square-foot home boasts incredible mountain and city views from every angle, accentuated by the home's earthy-chic details and decor. Italian grained-walnut millwork cabinets and drawers complement limestone floors and natural agate counters. Metallic-leather door-fronts beckon you inside to enjoy breathtaking natural vistas from the observation deck. We love the resort-style backyard, featuring hand-carved Cantera planters and flawless landscaping. A desert dream, through-and-through.<br />
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			<em><strong>Austin, Texas</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/312-Marly-Way_Austin_TX_78733_M76478-74040" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5001195" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/6austintx.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat.-Sun., May 5-6<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.779 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> A truly beautiful Austin home on a 1.07-acre lot that features seemingly endless space and stunning details throughout. The five-bedroom, Tuscan style beauty boasts brilliant Turkish travertine and hickory hand-scraped wood finished all over, vaulted ceilings, hand-trowled walls and a flowing floor plan. We love the dramatic, vintage-style chandeliers hanging in every room and those exquisite stone fireplaces. Massive windows offering staggering views of Austin's hinterlands don't hurt either!<br />
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/312-Marly-Way_Austin_TX_78733_M76478-74040" target="_blank"><em> </em><br />
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		<em><strong>Hinsdale, Ill.</strong></em></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/125-E-8th-St_Hinsdale_IL_60521_M70352-80612" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_5001197" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/05/7illinois.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., May 6<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$3.8 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This extraordinary stone-and-brick manor is a stunning example of Old World craftsmanship fused with state-of-the-art technology. The sprawling six-bedroom New Traditional beauty offers soaring ceilings, custom millwork and high-end finishes throughout its four levels. We love that fabulous chef's kitchen, perfect for the budding Gordon Ramsays of the world, and that handsome ground-floor cherry library, complete with wood-burning fireplace. A gem in the beautiful village of Hinsdale.<br />
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	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/23-Welsh-Ln_Harding_NJ_07976_M67236-44523" target="_blank"><em> </em></a><em><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/125-E-8th-St_Hinsdale_IL_60521_M70352-80612" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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			<em><strong>Potomac, Md.</strong></em></h1>
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		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sun., May 6<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $4.5 million<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>A sweet Maryland home that's the perfect blend of old and new. Built in 1986, the charming Colonial retains its classic beauty with some incorporated modern touches by the original builder (like an elevator, for example!). The stunning seven-bedroom home boasts soaring, cathedral-style ceilings, wood paneling, and brand-new doors and windows. Outside, you get sprawling green lawns (perfect for pets), a gazebo, and even a pool with cabana! Perfect Potomac luxury.<br />
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				<em><em><strong>McLean, Va.</strong></em></em></h1>
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			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., May 6<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $2.495 million<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> Perfect for families, this gorgeous 6,500-square-foot brick mansion boasts rolling green lawns, a massive yard and over 2 private, wooded acres perfect for summer picnics and fun outdoor activities. Inside, adults will appreciate flawless detailing, from the polished mahogany paneling, coffered ceilings, intricate wrought-iron railings and French limestone floors. The six-bedroom, seven-bathroom home also offers a very open floor plan that includes a dramatic entry foyer and a spectacular master suite (that has a fireplace and luxurious bath!). Plus, there are plenty of recreation spaces inside and guest rooms to boot.<br />
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You already knew about New York's incredible <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2011/07/07/house-of-the-day-mushroom-house-offers-psychedelic-living-exper/" target="_blank">"Mushroom House"</a> but it seems like Ohio's got its own that blows New York's right out of the water.<br />
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This colorful and quirky one-bedroom, one-bathroom home in <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Cincinnati_OH" target="_blank">Cincinnati</a> looks like it's been plucked straight out of a Tim Burton movie. With a spiraling, neon-orange staircase, curved walls, psychedelic stained glass, circular steel steps and anthropomorphic window shapes, this crazy-beautiful home may be <a href="http://www.robinsonsir.com/listingdetails.aspx?ListID=631991" target="_blank">listed for $349,000</a> (previously <a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20268781_20601968,00.html" target="_blank">$525,000</a>) but its eclectic appeal is priceless. Though the New York "Mushroom House" admittedly looks more like a mushroom, this Pixar-esque home is known by the same name due to its unique siding that perfectly resembles the underside of a mushroom. See for yourself.<br />
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The home was built by architect Terry Brown, who spent over a decade creating the unusual home with 35 of his former students from the University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning. Every inch of the 1,260-square-foot Mushroom House is decked out in either wood, colored glass, shell or ceramics. In fact, it's engulfed in so many different colors, shapes and textures, it's less of a house than it is a work of art.<br />
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Amanda Coleman Voss of Robinson Sotheby's International Realty <a href="http://www.robinsonsir.com/listingdetails.aspx?ListID=631991" target="_blank">has the listing</a>.<br />
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The glorious month of May is right around the corner, which means Cinco de Mayo is just days away! Which for us at AOL Real Estate means getting drunk ... on gorgeous homes like this <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9102-Atwater-Cv_Austin_TX_78733_M79177-20215" target="_blank">$6.2 million</a> Mediterranean-style hacienda.<br />
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Villa Ascosa, located in <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Austin_TX" target="_blank">Austin, Texas</a>, is built on one of the city's highest hills, offering endless views over Austin's hill country. The villa's rare setting boasts 4.5 acres of land, an assortment of fruit trees and abundant wild greenery. Its architecture is an homage to traditional, earthy beauty and new green technologies. To maximize energy efficiency, for example, the walls were built from 12-inch-thick aerated concrete blocks.<br />
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Inside, you'll find sprawling spaces, soaring, wood-beamed ceilings, ornate curved staircases and gorgeous, terracotta-tile floors and mosaic walls. (Check out that wine cellar!)<br />
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The home features five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, an in-home theater, wine cellar, and a spectacular outdoor patio overlooking a glistening infinity pool. Heaven!<br />
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Brian Langlois of Capital City Sotheby's International Realty <a href="http://www.kuperrealty.com/eng/sales/detail/10-l-879-4387622/villa-ascosa-austin-tx-78733" target="_blank">has the listing</a>.<br />
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		<strong><em>McLean, Va.</em></strong></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/8607-Tebbs-Ln_Mc-Lean_VA_22102_M56002-29579" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4989377" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/6mcleanva-1335469291.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 29<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$2.995 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This harmonious, six-bedroom home in McLean is remarkably stylish. Built upon 4.7 acres, the home beautifully compliments its surrounding environment through "transparency of spaces" and an abundance of gorgeous greenery in and outside the home. Gorgeous gardens with specimen plantings, water features, fire pits and exquisite wood details throughout make this home a cut above the rest. There's a guesthouse, too, for visiting family and friends!<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/871-Centrillion-Dr_Mc-Lean_VA_22102_M61051-43358" target="_blank"><br />
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			<em><strong>Los Angeles</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9353-Nightingale-Dr_Los-Angeles_CA_90069_M29728-00336" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4989378" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/3calif.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 29<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $10.9 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>This award-winning, four-bedroom L.A. home is nothing short of star-worthy. Sprawled across 7,000 square feet, this sleek modern boasts expansive ocean and city views and (naturally) luxury amenities to boot. We're talking a two-story theater, wine cellar, bar, wardrobe conveyor and massive pool. Plus, you get grand ceilings, "gallery walls," and design that's inspired by "classic Euro styling," according to the listing. Whew! A home fit for an A-lister.<br />
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			<em><strong>Saddle River, N.J.</strong></em></h1>
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat., April 28<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $3.795 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> This prestigious High Ridge truly has it all. To begin with, its 10-foot coffered ceilings, imported tiles and trim, and elevator access to all three floors mixes modern luxury with classic touches. The stately manse, located on a 2.05-acre lot, also overlooks a gorgeous in-ground pool and waterfall and private pond with dock. Inside, you are treated with a majestic two-story entry foyer and a massive library. Throw in Jacuzzis, a pub room and an in-home gym, and you could want for nothing else! A dream home.<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9-High-Meadow-Rd_Saddle-River_NJ_07458_M55983-09910" target="_blank"><br />
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			<em><strong>Oro Valley, Ariz.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/12851-N-Genesee-Dr_Oro-Valley_AZ_85755_M21675-84142" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4989382" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/7orovalleyaz.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 29<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $279,900<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>A ranch-style home that blends beautifully with its natural surroundings. From its two-tone paint, white-wood blinds, laminate floors and backyard filled with fruit trees, this 2,713-square-foot home is the epitome of earthy chic. The property is close to walking, hiking and biking trails, and boasts an oversized backyard and enormous pool. Close to shopping centers and elementary schools, the four-bedroom home is perfect for families.<br />
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			<em><strong>Seattle</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/3524-Ne-137th-St_Seattle_WA_98125_M15309-09148?ex=WA540047868" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4989383" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/1seattle.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 29<br />
		<strong>Price: </strong>$650,000<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> This stunning 3,600-square-foot Seattle home boasts a charming Southern wrap-around porch and is flanked by leafy mature trees on all sides. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwoods, soaring ceilings, window seats with rich fir trim, stained glass and ornate light fixtures. The home's impressive "period kitchen" boasts a unique vintage stove and pretty tiled floors. A beautiful five-bedroom home that tips its hat to the traditional with its elegant antiquarian touches.<br />
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				<em><strong>Austin</strong></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1303-W-29th-St_Austin_TX_78703_M86407-20587" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4989384" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/2texas-1335469470.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
			<strong>Open House:</strong> Sun., April 29<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $769,000<br />
			<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>An eco-friendly home that's glamorous and green, this two-bedroom Pemberton Heights contemporary is the epitome of environmentally conscious modern luxury. With a design that's pure "architectural magic" (could you expect anything less from architect Hugh Jefferson Randolph and LEED-certified builders Durrett Interests?) this Pemberton Heights beauty is easy on the eyes and earth. Breathtaking floor-to-ceiling glass windows showcase the home's lush yard while flooding the museum-like interior with ample sunlight. One of a kind.<br />
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					<em><em><strong>Kensington, Md.</strong></em></em></h1>
				<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/10213-Montgomery-Ave_Kensington_MD_20895_M59332-92428" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4989386" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/5kensingmaryland.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
				<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., April 29<br />
				<strong>Price:</strong> $2.75 million<br />
				<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> This stunning, 5,900-square-foot Victorian is a historic property that's perfect for those seeking respite from glass-walled contemporaries and cookie-cutter condos. This beautifully-restored five-bedroom home pays homage to all that is classically beautiful, with its exquisite, old-world staircases, flowing drapes, crown moldings and antique decor. Multiple porches overlook verdant gardens, and the home's sequestered pool is flanked by a beautiful terrace and pergola-covered seating area.<br />
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In honor of Earth Day 2012, this home's not only cute as a button, it's also incredibly eco-friendly! Nestled on 35 acres above an evergreen canyon west of <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Trinidad_CO" target="_blank">Trinidad, Colo</a>., this <a href="http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/29718-Cr-16_Trinidad_CO_81082_M21447-32842?source=web#requestclose" target="_blank">super-sustainable straw-bale home</a> is about as environmentally green as you can get.<br />
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Most days (about 320 per year), the sun warms this neo-Southwestern home with its 2-foot-thick, R-55, straw-bale walls. While outside temperatures might reach 90 degrees in the height of summer, the interior temperatures will never exceed 78 degrees when windows are closed during the daytime!<br />
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Additionally, the home's energy-efficient, passive-solar design is supplemented by an in-floor hydronic heating system covered by Italian terracotta ceramic tile (and that massive, gorgeous, kiva-style fireplace). The home also features an in-floor boiler, a rainwater catchment system with 2,400-gallon storage, a drip-irrigation system for gardens and flower beds, and energy efficient appliances throughout. Whew!<br />
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Green features aside, it's just so <em>pretty</em>. The entire 12-room home is handcrafted with one-of-a-kind solid maple, mission-style doors with rain-glass lights, solid cherrywood kitchen cabinets and hand-carved garden gates.<br />
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Best of all? This amazing 4,788-square-foot green home is only $490,000.<br />
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Edgar J. Trommeter <a href="http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/29718-Cr-16_Trinidad_CO_81082_M21447-32842?source=web#requestclose" target="_blank">has the listing</a>.<br />
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Click on the images below to see more homes for sale in and around <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Trinidad_CO" target="_blank">Trinidad, Colo</a>.<br />
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation. So wipe your feet at the door and scroll right on through.<br />
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		<strong><em>Coral Gables, Fla.</em></strong></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/274-Marinero-Ct_Coral-Gables_FL_33143_M58072-94381" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4974129" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/5miami.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 22<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$2.75 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This striking, sunset-hued home is not for the faint-hearted! For starters, it features flaming tangerine exteriors, staggering waterfront canal views, endless luxury amenities, and a sprawling, palm-flanked swimming pool. Not an inch of this 4,840-square-foot beauty is subtle, folks -- but who need subtlety when you get five enormous bedrooms, marble floors, and ocean access from your own backyard? A character-filled home with luxury amenities to boot.<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/675-W-Paces-Ferry-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30327_M55613-52151?ex=ATGA_4273360&amp;mlslid=4273360" target="_blank"><br />
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			<em><strong>Tucson, Ariz.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/5066-N-Placita-Cholula_Tucson_AZ_85718_M29706-73426" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4974132" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/2tucsariz.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat.-Sun., April 21-22<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $434,900<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>This one's for those who love the great outdoors but don't want to compromise their creature comforts! Set in the majestic Tucson desert and surrounded by abundant wildlife and desert vegetation, this unique Santa Fe-style home not only blends beautifully into its natural surroundings, but also boasts the finest amenities. From private patios, fireplaces, hand-crafted redwood ceilings and enormous French doors that lead to sprawling outdoor entertaining spaces, this 2,532-square-foot home is nothing short of a desert oasis.<br />
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			<em><strong>Los Angeles</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/13668-Bayliss-Rd_Los-Angeles_CA_90049_M17069-33132" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4974135" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/1lacalif.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 22<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $2.795 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> Like the Florida home, this magnificent L.A. home is an eye-catcher. With similarly bright exteriors (this one's an attention-grabbing shade of sunshine-yellow), you'll never see a dull day again! Dubbed a "private oasis" with its unobstructed mountain, city, ocean views, the 3,870-square-foot home is perfect for outdoor entertaining -- particularly by that inviting luxury pool. Inside, you're treated to sprawling living spaces, soaring ceilings, Saltillo-tile floors, marble counters and a charming breakfast area. It's a home as sunny and sweet as the golden state itself!<br />
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			<em><strong>Westport, Conn.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/22-Surf-Rd_Westport_CT_06880_M48142-32161" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4974137" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/4connectict.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 22<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $4.495 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>If you crave a little slice of California luxury on the East Coast, then check out this Peter Cadoux-designed stunner located right on the Bermuda Lagoon. The Colonial-style beauty is equipped with a glistening pool and spa (with cabana!), waterfront views, and a private deep-water boat dock. Inside, the 5,256-square-foot, four-bedroom home is decked out with stone fireplaces, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, a chef's kitchen and a wet bar. Throw in stunning wood details, an ornate staircase and plush decor, and you have yourself a dream home in the heart of Westport.<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/22-Surf-Rd_Westport_CT_06880_M48142-32161" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside the property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><strong>Harding, N.J.</strong></em></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/23-Welsh-Ln_Harding_NJ_07976_M67236-44523" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4974138" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/3hardingnj.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 22<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$5.5 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This magnificent brick Georgian Colonial is located on over 10 acres in the heart of the picturesque community of New Vernon in Harding. Perfect for large families, the sprawling home features six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a banquet-size dining room and a "spectacular" great room. Outside, nature lovers will enjoy the splendid countryside views, swimming pool, fenced pasture and six-stall brick barn. A stately country "getaway" that's actually minutes from the midtown train, shopping centers and recreational areas.<br />
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	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/23-Welsh-Ln_Harding_NJ_07976_M67236-44523" target="_blank"><em> </em></a><em><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/23-Welsh-Ln_Harding_NJ_07976_M67236-44523" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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			<em><strong>Boise, Idaho</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/83-Falcon-Dr_Boise_ID_83716_M25089-35221" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4974139" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/7boiseid.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sat., April 21<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $350,000<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>This incredible ranch-style home is just 35 minutes from downtown Boise but feels like worlds away, thanks to its serene location in the Boise National Forest. With endless mountainous views and grassy immediate surrounds that you can enjoy from your huge wraparound porch and deck areas, this home is perfect for outdoor entertaining. We love the classic details inside, from the hardwood floors to the clawfoot tubs.<br />
		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/83-Falcon-Dr_Boise_ID_83716_M25089-35221" target="_blank"><br />
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				<em><em><strong>Arlington, Va.</strong></em></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1219-N-Vermont-St_Arlington_VA_22201_M59830-48269" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4974142" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/6arlingtonva.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., April 21<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $1.395 million<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> If you love traditional Americana, then this classic, Craftsman-style home could be perfect for you. With a full front porch, generous lawns and backyard, spacious bedrooms (there's five of them), and hardwood floors throughout, it makes for a cozy family nest. Built over 4,860 square feet, boasting state-of-the-art Bosch and Wolf appliances, and luxury finishes, this Arlington beauty is the modern-day "white picket fence" home. All you need is a rocking chair.<br />
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Ever dream about snagging a great old house with good bones, fixing it up by the sweat of your brow, and transforming it into a period showplace? Well, you're in luck. <em>This Old House</em> is out with its 2012 list of the country's "<a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/info/0,,20564865,00.html" target="_blank">Best Old House Neighborhoods</a>" -- which includes dozens of places where you can find -- and afford -- "a diamond in the rough that you can polish into a lasting gem."<br />
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Best Neighborhoods 2012: <a href="http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20569051,00.htm" target="_blank">Retirees</a><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 15<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$2.975 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This gracious, Southern-style Colonial is located on a beautifully landscaped corner lot (over an acre and a half!) in the prestigious Virginia community that is The Reserve. The five-bedroom, nine-bathroom mansion boasts a striking central foyer, a dual-curved staircase and enormous, two-story windows overlooking the private backyard and waterfall. But wait, there's more: The stunning Colonial also boasts a full bar with cozy fireside seating, recreation room with billiard area; home gym with sauna; theater; and bedroom suite. The perfect blend of beauty, luxury and functionality, in gorgeously leafy McLean. <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/675-W-Paces-Ferry-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30327_M55613-52151?ex=ATGA_4273360&amp;mlslid=4273360" target="_blank"><br />
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			<em><strong>Beverly Hills, Calif.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1575-Carla-Rdg_Beverly-Hills_CA_90210_M15027-32825" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4960449" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/3bevhillsca.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 15<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $7.995 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>This one's for the glamazons and the A-listers, naturally, because it was once home to a "legendary TV and film director." It's unabashedly luxurious in a way only Beverly Hills homes can be, and we're not complaining. Soaring vaulted ceilings; an in-home glass elevator; stacked-stone fireplaces; double-glazed UV windows with motorized room-darkening shades; heated porcelain floors; canyon and ocean views; a media room with a full wet bar -- must we go on? But you can breathe easy (literally) because this manse is also very eco-friendly. Photo-voltaic panels are connected to the Southern California Edison grid, the fireplaces are fueled by eco-friendly bio-ethanol, and the pool is solar-heated.<br />
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		<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1575-Carla-Rdg_Beverly-Hills_CA_90210_M15027-32825" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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			<em><strong>Old Brookville, N.Y.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Old-Brookville_NY_11545_M33711-00221" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4960451" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/4oldbrookvlleny.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 15<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $5.45 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> This palatial estate looks like it should be somewhere like Austin or Atlanta, but alas, the stunning 8,800-square-foot brick Colonial is located in New York -- just 25 miles from Manhattan, in fact. It's in Old Brookville's exclusive Estates at Green Fields and is just minutes away from Manhasset. It boasts five bedrooms; six bathrooms; marble and wood detailing; a spiral staircase; and a sprawling front lawn. It's the perfect home for those who want to stay near the city and enjoy (luxurious) suburban life, too.<br />
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Old-Brookville_NY_11545_M33711-00221" target="_blank"><em> </em><br />
		<em><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Old-Brookville_NY" target="_blank">Old Brookville homes for sale.</a></strong></em></em></div>
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			<em><strong>Potomac, Md.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9806-Meriden-Rd_Rockville_MD_20854_M51437-50276" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4960452" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/2potomacmd.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 15<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $2.295 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>This French-style, stone-and-stucco home is anything but a cookie-cutter Maryland mansion. From its antique stone fireplaces to its reclaimed wood details and exceptional vintage decor, this home is one of a kind. With six bedrooms, six bathrooms, built on a one-acre lot, this perpetually sun-drenched custom home is perfect for big families. We love the large tree-flanked backyard (great for pets!) and that huge outdoor pool and spa.<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9806-Meriden-Rd_Rockville_MD_20854_M51437-50276" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside the property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Potomac_MD" target="_blank">Potomac homes for sale</a>.</strong></em></em></div>
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		<em><strong>Scottsdale, Ariz.</strong></em></h1>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Scottsdale_AZ_85262_M26522-36496" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4960453" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/6scottsdaleaz.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat., April 14<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$650,000<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This spectacularly bright home in Scottsdale is perfect for those who love the great outdoors. With splendid views of the green fairway of the Legend Trail golf course, to 360 degree vistas of the mountains (and those jaw-dropping Arizona sunsets!), nature lovers will feel right at home. The house features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a stunning pool with a view. Grill up some steaks in that outdoor kitchen and bask in that warm desert sun, beer in hand.<br />
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	<em> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Scottsdale_AZ_85262_M26522-36496" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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			<em><strong>Avon, Colo.</strong></em></h1>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/225-Gopher-Rd_Avon_CO_81620_M22187-96319" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4960454" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/7eaglishco.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sat., April 14<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $299,000<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>Another one for nature-lovers! This cozy, charming, 1,296-square-foot home is minutes from hiking trails and ski slopes. Perfect for families, it's close to Meadow Mountain Elementary School and other community amenities. The earthy, three-bedroom home is flanked by trees and boasts mountain views from every angle. A perfect Colorado home and at this price? A steal.<br />
		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/225-Gopher-Rd_Avon_CO_81620_M22187-96319" target="_blank"><br />
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				<em><em><strong>Dallas</strong></em></em></h1>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/3407-Drexel-Dr_Dallas_TX_75205_M81768-47861" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4960457" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/5dallastx.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., April 15<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $3.15 million<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> If Colonials don't tickle your fancy, then how about this stunning Mediterranean? Located in the heart of Dallas' Old Highland Park, this majestic mansion boasts classic Mediterranean architectural details such as dramatic arched windows, gables, terra-cotta roof tiles, and carved pattern stonework. The home features five bedrooms; eight bathrooms; a gourmet kitchen; gym; media room; paneled study; and a sprawling outdoor entertaining area.<br />
			<em> <em> <em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/3407-Drexel-Dr_Dallas_TX_75205_M81768-47861" target="_blank"><br />
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</div><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/04/13/open-houses-of-the-week-april-14-15/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/forward/20214649/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/04/13/open-houses-of-the-week-april-14-15/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><dc:creator>AOL Real Estate Editors</dc:creator><dc:date>2012-04-13T06:00:00 00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>Open Houses of the Week: April 7-8</title><link>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/04/06/open-houses-of-the-week-april-7-8/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/04/06/open-houses-of-the-week-april-7-8/</guid><comments>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/04/06/open-houses-of-the-week-april-7-8/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/category/news/" rel="tag">News</a></p><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/open-house-alamy-2.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px; float: left;" />There's nothing quite like the lure of an open house sign. Granted, you might not be in the neighborhood (or tax bracket) for many of these outstanding properties, but there's still plenty to admire -- even from the comfort of your swivel chair.<br />
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation. So wipe your feet at the door and scroll right on through.<br />
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	<strong>Open Houses for April 7 - April 8</strong><br />
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		<strong><em>Pacific Palisades, Calif.</em></strong></h2>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/749-Amalfi-Dr_Pacific-Palisades_CA_90272_M27295-21966" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4945785" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/1california.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 8<br />
	<strong>Location:</strong> Pacific Palisades, Calif.<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$8.89 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> Located in the Riviera section of the picturesque Pacific Palisades, this stunning home strikes the perfect balance between traditional and modern. With classically elegant French features combined with clean lines, modern hardwood floors and luxury amenities, the six-bedroom home is anything but your typical McMansion. In addition to almost 8,000 square feet of sun-drenched living space, the home also offers breathtaking canyon views, a huge swimming pool, and a patio with outdoor fireplace -- perfect for enjoying that year-round California sunshine.<br />
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/675-W-Paces-Ferry-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30327_M55613-52151?ex=ATGA_4273360&amp;mlslid=4273360" target="_blank"><br />
	</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/749-Amalfi-Dr_Pacific-Palisades_CA_90272_M27295-21966" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property</strong></em></a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/749-Amalfi-Dr_Pacific-Palisades_CA_90272_M27295-21966" target="_blank"><em><strong>.</strong></em></a><br />
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	<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Pacific-Palisades_CA" target="_blank">Pacific Palisades homes for sale. </a></strong></em><br />
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			<em>Las Vegas</em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9909-Moon-Valley-Pl_Las-Vegas_NV_89134_M21938-10592" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4945786" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/6vegas.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat., April 7<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Las Vegas<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $2.35 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>Lately, Sin City's been blowing us away with their stellar selection of real estate. Exhibit A, this truly beautiful five-bedroom, six-bathroom home in the prestigious community of Mountain Trails. From its remarkable lush landscaping, to its inviting swimming pool and spa, to its numerous terraces (perfect for dining al fresco), and soaring cathedral ceilings, this home is, well, a jackpot. We love the home's travertine and marble interiors and custom drapery. Kids will love the full sport court and sprawling lawns.<br />
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		<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9909-Moon-Valley-Pl_Las-Vegas_NV_89134_M21938-10592" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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		<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Las-Vegas_NV" target="_blank">Las Vegas homes for sale.</a></strong></em></div>
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			<em><strong>Beaver Creek, Colo.</strong></em></h2>
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat.-Sun., April 7-8<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Beaver Creek, Colo.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $7.85 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> It's been described as <a href="http://realestate.nytimes.com/sales/detail/2836-4340726" target="_blank">"sophisticated grandeur with mountain charm,"</a> and we couldn't agree more. This home couldn't get more elegant or classy with its striking architectural elements: picturesque windows framing postcard-perfect views, antique chandeliers dripping from soaring ceilings, a four-sided stone fireplace, and a flowing floor plan sprawled over a generous 9,500 square feet. You can enjoy Colorado's great outdoors from its many decks and patios, or curl up by the fire with a book. Either way, this eight-bedroom, nine-bathroom gem seem like one of the finest residences in Beaver Creek (and only five miles away from the world-famous ski hub, Vail!).<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/406-Holden-Rd_Beaver-Creek_CO_81620_M28205-09896" target="_blank"><em> </em><em><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></em></a><br />
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			<em>Paradise Valley, Ariz.</em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/4800-E-Crystal-Ln_Paradise-Valley_AZ_85253_M14822-24451" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4945799" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/4arizona.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat.-Sun., April 7-8<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Paradise Valley, Ariz.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $2.25 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>There's no denying that we love a desert home. Especially one that's located in Paradise Valley, is completely sustainable and Energy Star-certified, and boasts mountain views from every room. (Don't even get us started on that pool and spa.) This spectacular 5,760-square-foot desert dream boasts four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, game room, indoor and outdoor entertainment areas, and an incredible resort-style backyard.<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/4800-E-Crystal-Ln_Paradise-Valley_AZ_85253_M14822-24451" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside the property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Paradise-Valley_AZ" target="_blank">Paradise Valley homes for sale.</a></strong></em></em></div>
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		<em>Houston</em></h2>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/11506-St-Germain-Way_Houston_TX_77082_M89893-56961" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4945801" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/2texas.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 8<br />
	<strong>Location: </strong>Houston<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$1.4495 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> If desert living isn't your thing, then how about a lavish Mediterranean with an in-house movie theater and a wine room? This incredible 5,761-square-foot property is the epitome of luxury. The custom-built main house and gorgeous casita (guesthouse) surround the home's resort-style pool, perfect for cool, lazy laps on a hot Texas afternoon, or simply enjoying from the home's wraparound verandas. Houston luxury at its very finest.<br />
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	<em> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/11506-St-Germain-Way_Houston_TX_77082_M89893-56961" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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			<em>Arlington, Va.</em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1219-N-Vermont-St_Arlington_VA_22201_M59830-48269" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4945802" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/3virginia.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sat., April 7<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Arlington, Va.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.395 million<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>If you prefer a home that's a little more low-key but still has ample space and luxury amenities, then this five-bedroom home in Arlington may be the perfect home for you. Though it looks like your classic, Craftsman-style American home, it's filled with modern features including Bosch &amp; Wolff appliances, a Carrera marble spa and luxury finishes throughout. The 4,860-square-foot home boasts stone fireplaces, a full front porch and gorgeous landscaped front and back yards. Close to the Metro and some of Arlington's finest schools, the home is perfect for a growing family.<br />
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		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1219-N-Vermont-St_Arlington_VA_22201_M59830-48269" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a><br />
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				<em><em>Southold, N.Y.</em></em></h2>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1620-Koke-Dr_Southold_NY_11971_M33059-77758" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4945803" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/8newyk.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sat., April 7<br />
			<strong>Location: </strong>Southold, N.Y.<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $523,000<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> This beautiful North Fork property, built in 1850, is not just a home, it's a "gentleman's farm." The farmhouse boasts gorgeous views over the homestead, and is flanked by lush greenery, gardens and mature trees. From its cutting garden, gazebo, soaking pool and spectacular country views, you'd never believe it was just a couple of hours drive from New York City. Perfect for those city mice who need a regular country getaway.<br />
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			<em> <em> <em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1620-Koke-Dr_Southold_NY_11971_M33059-77758" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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					<em>Alpharetta, Ga.</em></h2>
				<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/12392-Sunset-Maple-Ter_Alpharetta_GA_30005_M58488-45539" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4945804" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/04/7atlanta.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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				<strong>Open house: </strong>Sat., April 7<br />
				<strong>Location: </strong>Alpharetta, Ga.<br />
				<strong>Price:</strong> $445,900<br />
				<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>This idyllic home in the charming community of Alpharetta is a two-story gem filled with character. Though on the outside it's your classic New Traditional home, on the inside it's decorated with splashes of color -- a different shade for every room! The beautiful six-bedroom, five-bathroom home features a fully-furnished basement that's decked out with recreation and media space. The home boasts a gorgeous wraparound porch that's as sweet as a Georgia peach! All you need is a rocking chair.<br />
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				<em><em> <em><strong>See <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/12392-Sunset-Maple-Ter_Alpharetta_GA_30005_M58488-45539" target="_blank">inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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				<em><strong> </strong></em><em><strong>See more homes in <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Alpharetta_GA" target="_blank">Alpharetta for sale.</a></strong></em></em></em><br />
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</div><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/04/06/open-houses-of-the-week-april-7-8/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/forward/20209663/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/04/06/open-houses-of-the-week-april-7-8/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><dc:creator>AOL Real Estate Editors</dc:creator><dc:date>2012-04-06T06:00:00 00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>Open Houses of the Week: March 31-April 1</title><link>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/30/open-houses-of-the-week-march-31-april-1/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/30/open-houses-of-the-week-march-31-april-1/</guid><comments>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/30/open-houses-of-the-week-march-31-april-1/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/category/news/" rel="tag">News</a></p><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/open-house-alamy-2-1333055779.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px; float: left;" /> There's nothing quite like the lure of an open house sign. Granted, you might not be in the neighborhood (or tax bracket) for many of these outstanding properties, but there's still plenty to admire -- even from the comfort of your swivel chair.<br />
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation. So wipe your feet at the door and scroll right on through.<br />
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	<strong>Open Houses for March 31 - April 1</strong><br />
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		<strong><em>Las Vegas</em></strong></h2>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9828-Winter-Palace-Dr_Las-Vegas_NV_89145_M15612-73005" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4927563" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/8.nevada.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat., March 31<br />
	<strong>Location:</strong> Las Vegas<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$3.7 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This stunning, Tudor-style masterpiece of a home may look like it belongs in a quaint, tree-lined street in Arlington, Va., but it's a tucked-away treasure right in the Sin City desert. You can hardly tell, with its location on a peaceful cul-de-sac and its abundance of lush greenery that includes a "secret garden," exotic fruit trees, a pond, and a natural pool with waterfall. The sprawling, 12,242-square-foot beauty features seven bedrooms, six bathrooms, a theater and a gym. Best of all? It boasts the most incredible views of the mountains. Leaving Las Vegas? Never!<br />
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/675-W-Paces-Ferry-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30327_M55613-52151?ex=ATGA_4273360&amp;mlslid=4273360" target="_blank"><br />
	</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9828-Winter-Palace-Dr_Las-Vegas_NV_89145_M15612-73005"><em><strong>See inside this property</strong></em></a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/9828-Winter-Palace-Dr_Las-Vegas_NV_89145_M15612-73005"><em><strong>.</strong></em></a><br />
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	<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Las-Vegas_NV" target="_blank">Las Vegas homes for sale. </a></strong></em><br />
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			<em>Frisco, Texas</em></h2>
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 1<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Frisco, Texas<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.469 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>How about this elegant Mediterranean on stunning Buena Vista Drive? Its exteriors boast flawless detail, from its cast stone balustrades to its perfect, chiseled-edge travertine pavers. Inside: exceptional millwork, natural stone and hardwood flooring, and elaborate crown moldings. The five-bedroom, six-bathroom Texas gem also features a gourmet kitchen, a library, a spacious living room with fireplace, a game room, a wet bar, and that incredible pool and spa (pictured). Generous outdoor entertaining areas ensure you can make the most of that glorious Texas weather by dining (and drinking!) <em>al frisco</em>. We mean, <em>fresco.</em><br />
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		<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/4970-Buena-Vista-Dr_Frisco_TX_75034_M86944-74706" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Frisco_TX" target="_blank">Frisco homes for sale</a></strong></em></em>.</div>
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			<em><strong>Kingston, R.I</strong></em>.</h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/166-Mourning-Dove-Dr_Saunderstown_RI_02874_M36941-26242" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4927568" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/rhodeisland.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 1<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Kingstown, R.I.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $995,000<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> This breathtaking waterfront Colonial in North Kingstown will make you feel as if you're on a country getaway, every day. Situated in a private park setting sprawled over four magical acres, the home is flanked by nature, nature, and more nature. From a glistening lake, to colorful gardens, wild greenery in the back and front yards and specimen trees peppered throughout the property, this is a nature-lover's dream. The 6,700-square-foot home features five bedrooms, 3&amp;frac12; baths, and a gourmet kitchen. On snowy East Coast eves, curl up by the living room fireplace and enjoy the stunning views with a cup of hot cocoa. Simply divine.<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/166-Mourning-Dove-Dr_Saunderstown_RI_02874_M36941-26242" target="_blank"><em> </em><em><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Providence_RI" target="_blank">homes in the Kingstown area for sale.</a></strong></em></em></div>
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			<em>Tucson, Ariz.</em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Tucson_AZ_85718_M28294-66868" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4927575" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/6.tucsonariz.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 1<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Tucson, Ariz.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.795 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>If you've never dreamed of living smack in the middle of the Arizona desert, it's probably because you haven't yet laid eyes on this pretty home. Located on 6.2 acres of land, this stunning contemporary is the perfect blend of modern-day luxury and down-to-earth simplicity. Its clean lines and understatedly stylish, woodsy decor allow the home's breathtaking natural surrounds to take the spotlight ("huge Catalina Mountain views," the listing raves). Additionally, the gorgeous four-bedroom, four-bathroom home boasts 16-foot ceilings, a pool and spa, and plenty of patio space for outdoor entertainment. What more could you want?<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Tucson_AZ_85718_M28294-66868" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside the property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Tucson_AZ" target="_blank">Tucson homes for sale.</a></strong></em></em></div>
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		<em>Los Angeles</em></h2>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/874-S-Bundy-Dr_Los-Angeles_CA_90049_M27058-43571" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4927629" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/4.calif.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., April 1<br />
	<strong>Location: </strong>Los Angeles<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$2.995 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> Who doesn't love a home that boasts a timeless Spanish architectural style? From its gleaming white stucco exterior, terra-cotta roof tiles, flawless ornamental ironwork and wooden detailing inside and out, this home exemplifies everything we love about Spanish-style homes. The gorgeous, 3,977-square-foot beauty also features soaring ceilings, tumbled marble floors, custom-handcrafted railings and a stunning outdoor fireplace and patio ("too many details to mention!" says its listing, and we agree). It has five bedrooms and five bathrooms, and with its spacious backyard and lawn, and close proximity to some of West L.A.'s finest schools, it makes an ideal family home.<br />
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	<em> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/874-S-Bundy-Dr_Los-Angeles_CA_90049_M27058-43571" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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	<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Los-Angeles_CA" target="_blank">Los Angeles homes for sale</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Austin_TX" target="_blank">.</a></strong></em><br />
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			<em>Atlanta</em></h2>
		<a href="realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2181-Mckinley-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30318_M67523-11419" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4927631" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/5.atlanta.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sun., April 1<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Atlanta<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $849,900<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>This home is so wonderfully picturesque we think it belongs in a movie (just look at that stunning flower garden)! Located in the prestigious Springlake neighborhood of Atlanta, the beautiful five-bedroom, five-bathroom home is flanked by parks and tree-lined streets. It features soaring ceilings, a fireplace, and a finished terrace overlooking a tree-filled yard that's as sweet as a Georgia peach.<br />
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		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2181-Mckinley-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30318_M67523-11419" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a><br />
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		See more<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Atlanta_GA" target="_blank"> Atlanta homes for sale</a>.</strong></em><br />
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				<em><em>Miami Beach, Fla.</em></em></h2>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2001-Lake-Ave_Miami-Beach_FL_33140_M66265-60233" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4927635" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/3.miami.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., April 1<br />
			<strong>Location: </strong>Miami Beach, Fla.<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $8.65 million<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> Located in the gated Sunset Island IV community in Miami Beach, "Villa Tiamo" boasts million-dollar ocean views from every room. Despite being a short walk from South Beach, it's not your typical Miami McMansion, with its classical Italian detailing, high-end finishes, soaring ceilings and open, light-filled spaces. A home filled with character (and decked out with an unbelievable rooftop terrace offering views over South Beach and the trendy, cafe-packed Lincoln Road).<br />
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			<em> <em> <em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2001-Lake-Ave_Miami-Beach_FL_33140_M66265-60233" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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			<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Miami-Beach_FL" target="_blank">Miami Beach-area homes for sale.</a></strong></em><br />
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					<em><em><em>Eagle, Idaho</em></em></em></h2>
				<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1479-W-Oakhampton-Dr_Eagle_ID_83616_M11857-69903" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4927636" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/7.boiseidaho.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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				<strong>Open house: </strong>Sat., March 31<br />
				<strong>Location: </strong>Eagle, Idaho<br />
				<strong>Price:</strong> $529,900<br />
				<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>For this price point, this home is one of the finest we've seen yet! Boasting a southern view of Banbury Ridge, huge entertainment and living spaces, a gym, an elegant wine bar, gourmet kitchen and -- our favorite feature -- an old-world library with 12-feet high, book-lined shelves and a rolling ladder. We love the cherrywood detailing throughout and that sprawling backyard. Perfect for families with pets.<br />
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				<em><em> <em><strong>See <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1479-W-Oakhampton-Dr_Eagle_ID_83616_M11857-69903" target="_blank">inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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				<em><strong> </strong></em><em><strong>See more homes in the <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Eagle_ID" target="_blank">Eagle area for sale.</a></strong></em></em></em><br />
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</div><p style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/30/open-houses-of-the-week-march-31-april-1/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/forward/20204360/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/30/open-houses-of-the-week-march-31-april-1/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a></p>]]></description><category>open house</category><category>open houses of the week</category><dc:creator>AOL Real Estate Editors</dc:creator><dc:date>2012-03-30T05:15:00 00:00</dc:date></item><item><title>Open Houses of the Week: March 23-24</title><link>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/23/open-houses-of-the-week-march-23-24/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/23/open-houses-of-the-week-march-23-24/</guid><comments>http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2012/03/23/open-houses-of-the-week-march-23-24/#comments</comments><description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/category/news/" rel="tag">News</a>,<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/blog/category/selling/" rel="tag">Selling</a></p><img src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/open-house-alamy-2-1332446211.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px; float: left;" />There's nothing quite like the lure of an open house sign. Granted, you might not be in the neighborhood (or tax bracket) for many of these outstanding properties, but there's still plenty to admire -- even from the comfort of your swivel chair.<br />
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation. So wipe your feet at the door and scroll right on through.<br />
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	<strong>Open Houses for March 23-24</strong><br />
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		<em>Phoenix</em></h2>
	<img id="vimage_4913005" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/4arizona.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 25<br />
	<strong>Location:</strong> Phoenix<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$699,000<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This three-bedroom, Spanish-style home overlooking the Phoenix Mountain Preserve blends beautifully into its desert landscape. Decked out in warm earth tones, the 2,990-square-foot home boasts vaulted, wood-beamed ceilings, custom stone fireplaces and domed stained-glass windows. Enjoy gorgeous mountain and desert views as you relax on the enormous covered patio that wraps around the home, or take a dip in your sprawling, palm-flanked swimming pool.<br />
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/675-W-Paces-Ferry-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30327_M55613-52151?ex=ATGA_4273360&amp;mlslid=4273360" target="_blank"><br />
	</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/4339-E-Gold-Dust-Ave_Phoenix_AZ_85028_M29996-67736" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property</strong></em></a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/4339-E-Gold-Dust-Ave_Phoenix_AZ_85028_M29996-67736" target="_blank"><em><strong>.</strong></em></a><br />
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	<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Phoenix_AZ" target="_blank">Phoenix homes for sale. </a></strong></em><br />
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			<em>Edwards, Colo.</em></h2>
		<img id="vimage_4913008" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/6colorado.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sat., March 24<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Edwards, Colo.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.225 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>Snow bunnies, this home's for you! Nestled in the Vail Valley, just west of the famous ski and resort towns of Vail, this picturesque four-bedroom located in the prestigious Alcazar enclave is mere minutes away from world-class skiing. Outdoor perks aside, the 3,400-square-foot home offers breathtaking views over the Game Creek Bowl. It also boasts flawless hickory floors, marble details throughout, and a huge outdoor wood patio with a gas fireplace.<br />
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		<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/140-Alcazar-Dr_Edwards_CO_81632_M26570-34938" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Edwards_CO" target="_blank">Edwards homes for sale</a></strong></em></em></div>
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			<em><strong>Malibu, Calif.</strong></em></h2>
		<img id="vimage_4913011" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/3malibu.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 25<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Malibu, Calif.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $4.15 million<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> If you'd prefer sandy beaches to powdery ski slopes, this striking four-bedroom contemporary may just be perfect for you. Located on pretty Las Tunas Beach, you can enjoy endless blue views from Palos Verdes to Point Dume. Sparkling panoramas aside, the home boasts fine craftsmanship, from its custom tile design, hardwood floors, and granite, marble and onyx details. We love that gorgeous outdoor deck right on the water, perfect for watching those million-dollar Malibu sunsets.<br />
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		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/19222-Pacific-Coast-Hwy_Malibu_CA_90265_M13101-99908" target="_blank"><em> </em><em><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Malibu_CA" target="_blank">Malibu homes for sale.</a></strong></em></em></div>
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			<em>Edina, Minn.</em></h2>
		<img id="vimage_4913012" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/1minnesota.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 25<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Edina, Minn.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.75 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>Located in the historic, well-heeled neighborhood of East Edina, this stately four-bedroom home is perfect for families. Situated by abundant parks and schools, and boasting a sprawling green lawn in addition to various indoor and outdoor playspaces, the property offers plenty for families with school-age kids and rambunctious tots. Meanwhile, grownups can enjoy the many posh amenities the home includes, such as an in-home gym.<br />
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/5532-Brookview-Ave_Edina_MN_55424_M86256-53132" target="_blank"><br />
		<em><strong> See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Edina_MN" target="_blank">Edina homes for sale.</a></strong></em></em></div>
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		<em>Austin, Texas</em></h2>
	<img id="vimage_4913016" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/2austin.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 25<br />
	<strong>Location: </strong>Austin, Tx.<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$1.350 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> This stunning 2,783-square-foot home, situated on a huge 1.97-acre-lot that gently slopes into the main body of Lake Travis, is a nature-lover's dream. You get idyllic lake and hill-country views from the large deck over the courtyard, and the entire property is flanked by mature trees. The luxurious pool and spa (with firepits!) overlook the sloped garden that leads down to the lake and boat ramp.<br />
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	<em> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/16700-Forest-Way_Austin_TX_78734_M83943-01239" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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	<em><strong>See more homes in <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/55331" target="_blank">Austin for sale</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Austin_TX" target="_blank">.</a></strong></em><br />
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			<em>Atlanta</em></h2>
		<img id="vimage_4913017" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/5atlanta.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sun., March 25<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Atlanta<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.275 million<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>Columned porches, sweeping staircases, majestic French doors, and exquisite tiered moldings make this plantation-style Atlanta mansion an absolute dream. With interiors reminiscent of a bygone, "Gone With the Wind" era, the five-bedroom beauty is a rare find. We especially love those outdoor porches equipped with rocking chairs, boasting views of willowy green trees and endless lawns.<br />
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		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/6055-Heards-Dr-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30328_M50958-45869" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a><br />
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				<em><em>Kaneohe, Hawaii</em></em></h2>
			<img id="vimage_4913018" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/9hawaii.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., March 25<br />
			<strong>Location: </strong>Kaneohe, Hawaii<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $1.295 million<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> Homes on Oahu can have an unfair advantage: They are nestled in one of the world's most beautiful beach landscapes, making them desirable by default. This brand-new plantation-style home is no different. Built in 2011, the stunning property offers sweeping ocean and mountain views from all rooms (naturally). It's spread over 2,758 square feet and has three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a state-of-the-art kitchen.<br />
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			<em> <em> <em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/44-652-Kaneohe-Bay-Dr_Kaneohe_HI_96744_M89033-96263" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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			<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Kaneohe_HI" target="_blank">Kaneohe homes for sale.</a></strong></em><br />
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					<em><em><em>Miami Beach</em></em>, Fla.</em></h2>
				<img id="vimage_4913019" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/8miami.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /><br />
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				<strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., March 25<br />
				<strong>Location: </strong>Miami Beach, Fla.<br />
				<strong>Price:</strong> $1.45 million<br />
				<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>This white-hot, 3,460-square-foot contemporary isn't shy about its luxury amenities. With its soaring ceilings, Jacuzzi, open terraces, pools and Miele appliances, it's your quintessential Miami Beach mansion, and that ain't a bad thing! Featuring three spacious bedrooms, four bathrooms and "walls of glass" offering views of the pool, patio and backyard, you can enjoy resort-style living all year-round.<br />
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				<em><em> <em><strong>See <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Miami-Beach_FL_33140_M68771-51683" target="_blank">inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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				<em><strong> </strong></em><em><strong>See more homes in the <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Miami-Beach_FL" target="_blank">Miami Beach area for sale.</a></strong></em></em></em><br />
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From coast to coast, and everything in-between, we lay down the welcome mat at some of the most enticing open houses in the nation. So wipe your feet at the door and scroll right on through.<br />
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	<strong>Open Houses for March 17-18</strong><br />
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		<em>Los Angeles</em></h2>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/709-Moreno-Ave_Los-Angeles_CA_90049_M26273-61496" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4898982" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/los-angeles-ca-1331835520.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 18<br />
	<strong>Location:</strong> Los Angeles<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$5.275 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> With East Asian accents and California flair, this custom-built Tuscan villa boasts six bedrooms and 6.5 baths. Inside, the over 6,000-square-foot home includes soaring ceilings, a state-of-the-art kitchen, a chandelier-decked foyer, and a contemporary design scheme. The pavilion-style roofing isn't the only <em>feng shui </em>feature the home hides.<br />
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/675-W-Paces-Ferry-Rd-Nw_Atlanta_GA_30327_M55613-52151?ex=ATGA_4273360&amp;mlslid=4273360" target="_blank"><br />
	</a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/709-Moreno-Ave_Los-Angeles_CA_90049_M26273-61496" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property</strong></em></a><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/Tucson_AZ_85718_M28294-66868" target="_blank"><em><strong>.</strong></em></a><br />
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	<em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Los-Angeles_CA" target="_blank">Los Angeles homes for sale. </a></strong></em><br />
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			<em>Providence, R.I.</em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/138-Grotto-Ave_East-Side-Of-Prov_RI_02906_M41076-59496" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_4898986" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/providence-ri.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 18<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Providence, R.I.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $1.295 million<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>This picturesque Georgian-style home dates back to 1930, but with the extensive renovation that the owners have put in, you'd never know it. The 4,400-square-foot home includes a total of 10 rooms, with six bedrooms and three full baths. Get toasty by the fireplace in the upstairs master bedroom while the kids play down in the fully-finished lower level. Entertain in your immaculate kitchen and dining room area. Or find the wall of French doors leading to your private stone terrace and garden to survey your masterful estate.<br />
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		<em> <strong> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/138-Grotto-Ave_East-Side-Of-Prov_RI_02906_M41076-59496" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Providence_RI" target="_blank">Providence homes for sale</a></strong></em></em></div>
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			<em><strong>Baltimore, Md.</strong></em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/12-Saint-Martins-Rd_Baltimore_MD_21218_M60903-01578" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_4898987" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/baltimore-md.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 18<br />
		<strong>Location:</strong> Baltimore, Md.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $955,000<br />
		<strong>Property details:</strong> There's nothing provincial about this French Country-style four-bedroom home in Baltimore. After a two-year renovation process, the 1920s-era home manages to be both period-specific and fully equipped for modern living. Chandeliers and stone flooring comprise the pitch-perfect interior design, while the rooms are well-apportioned and sunny. But perhaps the best feature of the home isn't in the home at all -- the 9-foot stone garden house and lion-headed fountain in the backyard.<br />
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		<em> <em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/12-Saint-Martins-Rd_Baltimore_MD_21218_M60903-01578" target="_blank">See inside this property</a>.</strong></em></em><br />
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		<em><em><strong>See more <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/Baltimore_MD" target="_blank">Baltimore homes for sale.</a></strong></em></em></div>
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			<em>Austin</em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/7228-Oak-Shores-Dr_Austin_TX_78730_M70983-01264" target="_blank"><img id="vimage_4898991" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/austin-tx.jpg" style="border-width: 1px; border-style: solid; margin: 4px;" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 18<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Austin, Texas<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $849,950<br />
		<strong>Property details: </strong>Located in the well-heeled community of Green Shores on Lake Austin, this sumptuous 4,000-square-foot mansion is prime real estate for your next black tie event. The five-bedroom home includes a sophisticated patio area with a custom pool and ample space for socializing. Just don't venture too close to the edge of the pool in your three-piece suit, or the driest thing on the patio may be the martinis.<br />
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		<em><strong> See inside this property.</strong></em></a><br />
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		<em>Orono, Minn.</em></h2>
	<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2795-Pheasant-Rd_Excelsior_MN_55331_M77842-28566" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_4898993" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/orono-mn.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
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	<strong>Open house:</strong> Sun., March 18<br />
	<strong>Location: </strong>Orono, Minn.<br />
	<strong>Price: </strong>$2.975 million<br />
	<strong>Property details:</strong> Purify yourself in this home near the waters of Lake Minnetonka. At least that's what Minnesota-native <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087957/quotes" target="_blank">Prince would do</a>. At a whopping 9,591 square feet, this stately brick mansion is big enough for the purple one and every member of <a href="http://music.aol.com/artist/prince-and-the-revolution" target="_blank">the Revolution</a>. Built in 2002, this five-bedroom, six-bath palace goes to show that you don't need to hug the coast to find high-end luxury homes. Guess it's a "Sign o' the Times."<br />
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	<em> <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/2795-Pheasant-Rd_Excelsior_MN_55331_M77842-28566" target="_blank"><em><strong>See inside this property.</strong></em></a></em><br />
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	<em><strong>See more homes in the <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-listings/55331" target="_blank">Orono area for sale</a>.</strong></em><br />
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			<em>Stamford, Conn.</em></h2>
		<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1792-Newfield-Ave_Stamford_CT_06903_M46301-17586" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_4899000" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/stamford-ct.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
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		<strong>Open House:</strong> Sun., March 18<br />
		<strong>Location: </strong>Stamford, Conn.<br />
		<strong>Price:</strong> $825,000<br />
		<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>This sizable Colonial measures over 3,000 square feet and boasts five bedrooms and three baths. Situated on 2.9 lush acres in a suburban nook in North Stamford, the property offers plenty for families with rambunctious tots. The pool in the backyard will keep the kids occupied while the grownups enjoy the many posh amenities the home includes inside.<br />
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		<em><em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/1792-Newfield-Ave_Stamford_CT_06903_M46301-17586" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a><br />
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				<em><em>Camas, Wash.</em></em></h2>
			<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/20210-Se-Fernridge-Dr_Camas_WA_98607_M28506-51013" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_4899001" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/camas-wa.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
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			<em> </em><strong>Open house: </strong>Sun., March 18<br />
			<strong>Location: </strong>Camas, Wash.<br />
			<strong>Price:</strong> $759,900<br />
			<strong> Property </strong><strong>details:</strong> Slide right into this 2004 brick home with pristine views of the Columbia River. The street may be crooked, but the house is a flat-out looker. With architectural columns, a grand entry staircase and designer millwork throughout, this custom home has plenty to offer the right buyer.<br />
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			<em> <em> <em><strong><a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/20210-Se-Fernridge-Dr_Camas_WA_98607_M28506-51013" target="_blank">See inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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					<em><em><em>Davie, Fla.</em></em></em></h2>
				<a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/15040-Sw-31st-Ct_Davie_FL_33331_M68116-82578" target="_blank"><img border="1" hspace="4" id="vimage_4899003" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/realestate.aol.com/blog/media/2012/03/davie-fl.jpg" vspace="4" /></a><br />
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				<strong>Open house: </strong>Sat.-Sun., March 17-18<br />
				<strong>Location: </strong>Davie, Fla.<br />
				<strong>Price:</strong> $1.29 million<br />
				<strong>Property </strong><strong>details</strong><strong>: </strong>Every inch counts in this 4,312-square-foot Mediterranean. From the 270-foot paved driveway, the 26-foot-wide kitchen, the 25-foot media room -- and, of course, this nearly 50-foot covered patio and pool area for all-year enjoyment. Click the listing link below to see if the rest of the property measures up to your imagination.<br />
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				<em><em> <em><strong>See <a href="http://realestate.aol.com/homes-for-sale-detail/15040-Sw-31st-Ct_Davie_FL_33331_M68116-82578" target="_blank">inside this property.</a></strong></em><br />
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