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8024 Parkcroft Dr, Mentor — Life in Newell Creek

A beautifully maintained 3-bed, 2-bath ranch in the highly sought-after Newell Creek community, with resort-style amenities, a split-bedroom floor plan, and a brand-new HVAC system.

May 23, 2026By Sharon Zunkley

The Basement That Sets 8342 Brodie Blvd Apart

When the sellers at 8342 Brodie Blvd decided to invest in their basement, they didn't cut corners. The centerpiece: a custom bar with a color-changing glass top, shipped from Canada — one of the most unique features I've seen in a Mentor home.

May 22, 2026By Sharon Zunkley

Maple Hill Rd, Willoughby Hills: Pending in 2 Days

2461 Maple Hill Rd hit the market May 1st. My buyer was under contract by day two. At $1.4 million, that doesn't happen by accident — it happens when your agent is fast, well-connected, and ready to move.

May 12, 2026By Sharon Zunkley

Ellison Creek Dr, Concord: Pending in 3 Days — Here's Why That Matters

A home listed for 5 days, visible for just 3, and already pending. Learn why quick sales happen—and why who you work with matters.

May 10, 2026By Sharon Zunkley

New Listing: Stunning 10785 Ellison Creek Dr in Concord Township — $639,900

A beautifully appointed 4-bedroom home on a .74-acre lot featuring vaulted ceilings, a luxury owner's suite, and a finished lower level. Perfect for buyers seeking elegance and space in a sought-after Auburn Road community.

May 9, 2026By Sharon Zunkley

What's Really Happening with Mortgage Rates Right Now

Rates have been surprisingly steady this week — but the bigger picture is more complicated. Here's what I'm telling buyers and sellers in Northeast Ohio right now.

May 5, 2026By Sharon Zunkley

Just Sold: 7626 Buchanan Court, Mentor, Ohio — $335,000

A 4-bedroom colonial on a quiet cul-de-sac in Mentor sold for $335,000 — the kind of home that gives the next owners real room to make it their own.

May 5, 2026By Sharon Zunkley