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35989 Sea Ridge Road, The Sea Ranch- $499,900
3 beds, 3 baths, 2,500 square feet. Year built: 1993.
Exterior: 
Wow, you don't often find The Sea Ranch properties for under $700,000. Put your money into the renovation, to transform this contemporary beauty your dream home. (Photo courtesy of BAREIS. Property listed by Sean Gaynor-Rousseau, Sea Ranch - Gualala Real Estate Co.)

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Interior: Trapped in the 80s, this kitchen is in need of a little TLC, bring it into this decade with a marble island, new stove, laminate floors and a coffee bar.

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Interior: Hmm, I see a complete remodel in this bathroom's future, perhaps with a pedestal sink and modernized shower with honeycomb tiles. 

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Interior: Unlike many Sea Ranch properties, 35989 Sea Ridge Rd. has drywall instead of wood paneling. The end result is crisp, clean and easily customizable. 

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Exterior: Add a fire pit, patio sofa set and bar to kick this spacious patio up to the next level.  

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162 Pine Ave, Sonoma- $499,000
2 beds 2 baths 917 square feet. Year built: 1969
Exterior: Just shy of $500K, this charming Sonoma sweetheart is perfect for first time home buyers. (Photo courtesy of BAREIS. Property listed by Beth Reilly, Terra Firma Global Partners)

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Interior: Let the creative juices flow! This huge living room is a blank canvas ready to be transformed.

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Backyard: The backyard at 162 Pine Ave. could use fresh paving stones and a small garden, but it's still in great shape and fully fenced for pets. 

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4215 Lovers Lane, Guerneville- $305,000
2 beds 1 bath. Year built:
Exterior:
A dreamy cottage in the Redwoods. I am in love with this dreamboat on Lovers Lane.  (Photo courtesy of BAREIS. Property listed by Timothy Sullivan, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

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Interior: Eggnog anyone? This home is oh so cozy! Sometimes these west county cottages, need a little insulation, but wood burning stoves are a wonderful way to stay warm on a cold winter’s night. (Photo courtesy of BAREIS. Property listed by Timothy Sullivan, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

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Bedroom: Nestled in the Redwoods, the wood paneling here really makes sense. I wouldn't change a thing. 

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Kitchen: The money you save in purchasing this home, could go to a kitchen remodel with new counters, cabinets and appliances. 

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716 Olive St., Santa Rosa- $369,000
2 beds, 2 baths, 800 square feet. Year built: 1945
Exterior:  It lacks curb appeal, but 716 Olive St. has many recent updates that increase its value. (Photo courtesy of BAREIS. Property listed by Karen Butler, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

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716 Olive St., Santa Rosa- $369,000
2 beds, 2 baths, 800 square feet. Year built: 1945
Exterior:  It lacks curb appeal, but 716 Olive St. has many recent updates that increase its value. (Photo courtesy of BAREIS. Property listed by Karen Butler, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

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Bathroom: The fixtures could use a bit of a modern update, but overall the bathroom is clean and in good condition. 

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Bedroom: Simulated hardwood flooring gives the home at 716 Olive a modern feel. 

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Kitchen: A recently remodeled kitchen with pizzazz- this beauty features modern appliances and faux marble counters.

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20274 Alder Road, Monte Rio- $379,000
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 625 square feet. Year built: 1964
Exterior: A sunny little cottage in the village of Monte Rio, this one bedroom is a perfect first home- close to beaches and Redwoods. The cherry on the top is an additional mobile unit with rental potential. (Photo courtesy of BAREIS. Property listed by Karen Butler, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

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Kitchen: A pretty modern kitchen with a gas stove and marble counters. Not much needed here.

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Backyard:A surprisingly spacious backyard, a little landscaping or raised bed garden would elevate this already handsome exterior.

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Bedroom: If you have a little extra money, this bedroom could be elevated with a simple closet remodel and new flooring.