He and Snow both say Gateway Point also offers both luxury and value. “We have larger lots and the taxes are lower in East St. Paul,” says Snow. The biggest value boast from Neufeld is for the luxury townhomes, for which Irwin is the exclusive builder. They have average lots of 40 feet by 147 feet, and an entry-level price of $469,900. “When you’re doing the math, it could be as much as $75,000 to $100,000 less than the average bungalow of the same size on a different lot. Plus your landscaping is included.” As for the luxury aspect, “We intentionally made the decision to raise what we consider the standard for townhomes. People hear townhome and they think kind of basic level, where everything is an upgrade,” he says.
THE YARDS ARE LARGE ENOUGH SO THAT YOU CAN PUT A SKATING RINK IN THE BACKYARD. AND IT’S A SAFE COMMUNITY.
“We wanted to start with a really high level ... from cabinets to the ceiling to stainless-steel appliance packages that are included,” as well as a gourmet kitchen, nine-foot ceilings and 24-by-24 attached garage. Also included in units directly around the pond: Walk-out basements. “So essentially, it’s like doubling your living space.” Customization, however, is also possible and, says Neufeld, affordable. “Because the purchase price is lower, you can spend a lot more money putting things in that you really want.” Cont’d on page 28
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