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Nestled on 75 acres in picturesque Sunset Hills, our Grandview community offers some of the largest homesites in the St. Louis area with 120-foot frontages and beautiful rolling terrain.  Homesite 54 boasts this Woodside elevation that is now available for purchase.

(View the Woodside floor plans)

This custom ranch home has an oversized 2-car garage and a 10’ x 20’ expansion for storage or workshop area.  With a covered front porch that overlooks the community lake, the home is now sale-priced at $549,900.  12-foot ceilings in the fireside great room, 9-foot ceilings elsewhere, a study, formal dining room, bayed breakfast room, and an angled work counter/snack bar defining the kitchen area give this home high-end appeal.

For more information contact Kristy Roderick | Phone: (314) 843-8935
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | 12422 Grandview Lake Drive Sunset Hills, MO 63127

“PMI” or Private Mortgage Insurance, refers to a type of insurance that most lenders require of all borrowers who put less than 20% down on their home.  PMI’s purpose is to protect the lender against losses should the borrower default.

With the protection of PMI, lenders are able to give homeowners loans with down payments as low as 5% or 10%. First-time buyers often opt for PMI insurance because cash for downpayments and closing costs may be tight.

Those who are currently searching for new homes and are unable to put 20% down on the loan should consider submitting a contract in the next few weeks.  On April 1, 2013, monthly PMI insurance will increase from 1.25% to 1.35%.  In order to avoid these cost increases, the borrower must have an accepted contract with their lender – with a valid case number – by March 31, 2013.  The monthly PMI increase will stay in effect for the life of the loan.

Fischer & Frichtel offers many opportunities for first time homeowners to take advantage of before the increase begins – all starting in the $100’s.

Charlestowne Lifestyle Homes in St. Charles, MO
Featuring single-family homes priced from just the $119′s, the Lifestyle designs are specifically geared to today’s buyers who want a traditional detached home but are on a strict budget.
Learn more here.

Charlestowne Cottages in St. Charles, MO
Featuring a 2-bedroom ranch, 3-bedroom story-&-a-half with main-floor master suite, and two 2-story designs, both with three bedrooms.
Learn more here. 

Charlestowne Manors in St. Charles, MO
The Manor Collection features five of our most popular models – three ranches and two two-stories.  Basic floorplans range in size from 1302 to 2468 square feet and provide up to four bedrooms, with prices starting from $159,900.
Learn more here.

Cimarron Forest in Wentzville, MO
Located off of Hwy Z, just south of Interstate 70, Cimarron Forest is a quiet neighborhood surrounded with woods, offering quick access to all of the conveniences along Wentzville Parkway, just a few minutes away.
Learn more here.

Montecito in St. Charles, MO
A place for people of all generations: at one incredible, close-in St. Charles location. Conveniently located near major highways, shopping, and Gold’s Gym recreational facility.
Learn more here.

South County’s historic and desirable neighborhood, Affton, is known for its remarkable sense of
identity, great schools, and strong community. Now adding to the neighborhood’s notable list of
accolades is our newest community, The Cottages at Ohlendorf.

Windsor Cottage

This quaint community consists of one single cul-de-sac of new homes arranged along one side of the
street, which will back to Ohlendorf Park. Now homeowners can enjoy a luxury home in a park-like
setting without leaving behind the history and charm of living in Affton.

First time home buyers and new families from Affton will love the opportunity to enjoy all the modern
amenities of a Fischer & Frichtel home while still living in the area they have grown up in. Views of the
park from every home, and a playground and pavilion just steps away make The Cottages at Ohlendorf
the ideal community to raise a family.

The new home community in Affton will consist of three homestyles from our Cottage Collection. The “Oxford” is a stylish 3-bedroom story-&-a-half with a main-floor master suite. The“Windsor” and “Devonshire” are both two-stories with three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. All include a full basement and attached 2-car garage, and basic plans provide 1312 to 1629 square feet of living space. Various spatial modifications – for example, a second-floor laundry – are available as options, and pre-construction pricing starts from $219,900.

Enjoy these price-included interior features:

• Whirlpool Appliances
• Aristokraft
• Wood Cabinetry
• Moen Fixtures
• Mohawk Carpeting
• Pre-wiring for Cat 5 telephone and RG-6 Cable Outlets
• Ventilated Wire Shelving in All Closets
• Light Fixture Packages and Finishes

Learn more on investing in your future with a Fischer & Frichtel home by visiting our website.

We are excitied to begin 2013 with a gorgeous new portfolio of single-family designs at our Charlestowne community in St. Charles. Community Sales Manager, Matt Johnson, describes Charlestowne’s “Manor Collection” as our response to steadily increasing demand for more expansive upscale homes in North St. Charles.

Charlestowne Manors consists of 43 homesites, and Phase I is now open for sales. The Manor Collection features five of our most popular models – three ranches and two two-stories, including our top-selling 3-bedroom “Whitehall” ranch, along with the customer-designed “Brookmont,” which is also a 3 bedroom ranch. Basic floorplans range in size from 1302 to 2468 square feet and provide up to four bedrooms, with prices starting from $159,900.

“The Manor Collection is the fourth product line we’ve introduced here at Charlestowne, and it rounds out the selection of homestyles we’ve been able to offer to customers in this desirable residential location,” Johnson observed. “Our Towne Homes sold out at a phenomenal pace; we’re down to just a handful of remaining Cottage Homes; and our affordably-priced, free-standing Lifestyle two-stories have been a huge hit with buyers on a budget.”

Plans for the Manor display model are currently being finalized, and construction is expected to begin shortly. Johnson noted that early prospects have been particularly impressed by the collection’s choice of attractive elevations, covered porches, Whirlpool appliance package (which includes a microwave), and Aristokraft wood cabinetry.

“For those first-time visitors who may have been considering a pre-owned house, the fact that all Fischer & Frichtel homes are protected by a price-included, 10-year RWC warranty definitely gets their attention, too!” he added.

Entered from Boschertown Road, Charlestowne is recognized for its instant commuter access to Route 370, historic “Old St. Charles” ambience, and numerous lifestyle amenities – abundant greenspace, several lakes, pocket parks, a playground, and an inviting waterside pavilion.

Our information center is open daily, and Matt Johnson welcomes calls for more details on the Manor Collection at 636-947-5932. Driving directions and floorplans for the builder’s various single-family homestyles at Charlestowne may be found online, FandFHomes.com.

We know that selling your home can be tough – especially in the dead of winter.  Fewer people are buying homes throughout the dreary, cold months, but not everyone has the luxury of waiting until the traditional home buying seasons of spring and summer.  St. Louis new home builder Fischer and Frichtel has some great advice on warming your home up for buyers.

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Are you moving to the St. Louis areas for work?  Are you a newcomer to the city just to be closer to family?  St. Louis is a wonderful city with many different suburbs that will make the perfect home for you and your family.  Whatever the reason, we have some great advice for people new to the area. 

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St. Louis residents should expect large crowds, lots of excitement and plenty to do this weekend. Many people are already calling this weekend the busiest of the year with the St. Louis Cardinals home opener series against the Chicago Cubs, Blues hockey playoff games, Go! St. Louis Marathon and Family Fitness Weekend scheduled. And that goes without mentioning that the NRA convention is also in town (60,000 people expected). The crowds will be fierce, parking will be scarce, but fun is sure to be had by all. Read the rest of this entry »

Autumn always seems to fly by in the blink of an eye and before you can say “Jack Frost”, our homes have been hit by the first snowstorm. Weather in Missouri is known for being unpredictable and the winter season is no exception. As a new homebuilder in the St. Charles and St. Louis areas, we have been tipping off homeowners on ways to prepare for winter now…before it’s too late. Read the rest of this entry »

There are distinct features that accompany all Fischer and Frichtel communities. A wide selection of pleasing home varieties of course tops the list, however access to local parks come in a close second. For the homeowner who likes to enjoy an active lifestyle, outdoor life is particularly pleasing with the quietness of a well-maintained park to which they can bring their families. With 17 home communities, Fischer and Frichtel has come to perfect the task of building luxury homes in family-friendly neighborhoods. No matter what community you select, access to beautiful parks and recreation is just a short walk away. Read the rest of this entry »