Leah Bjur - Realtor

11/09/2026

Just bought your first home in Grand Forks, North Dakota? Here’s what to take care of before winter really sets in.

Service your furnace, keep outdoor furnace vents clear of snow, test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and protect your pipes. Make a snow plan too, because City of Grand Forks sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours after the snow stops falling.

I’m Leah Bjur, REALTOR®, a Grand Forks real estate agent with Crary Real Estate. I wrote this first-winter guide for new homeowners here, including families new to Grand Forks Air Force Base. The link 🔗 is in the comments.

What’s on your winter to-do list this year?

11/05/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY | 1:00–2:00 PM 🏡
📍 2032 10th Street SE, East Grand Forks, MN

Looking for easy, single-level living? I’m hosting an open house this Sunday at this townhome in South Pointe Village. Stop by and say hi!

✨ 2 bedrooms + den/3rd bedroom | 2.5 baths | 2,011 sq ft
✨ Vaulted ceilings and a bright sunroom that opens to the patio
✨ Custom kitchen with granite countertops, a breakfast bar and a pantry with pull-outs
✨ Primary suite with a skylight, double vanity, walk-in closet and a newly updated walk-in shower
✨ In-floor heat and central air
✨ Main-floor laundry
✨ Heated 2-stall garage with a floor drain, which you’ll appreciate this winter ❄️
✨ The HOA covers lawn care, snow removal and sprinkler water

💰 Offered at $359,900

I’d love to show you around and answer any questions. Can’t make it Sunday? Send me a message and we’ll set up a private showing! 🔑

📅 Sunday, November 8 | 1:00–2:00 PM
👋 Hosted by Leah Bjur, Crary Real Estate
📞 701-317-0439
🏷️ MLS #26-1655 | Listed by Shawn Horn, Crary Real Estate

11/04/2026

A great opportunity for first-time buyers in Grand Forks! 🏡 GFCLT has opened full applications for 109 Reeves Court, a 3 bed / 3 bath historic home with up to $115,000 in income-based assistance. If homeownership has felt out of reach, this is worth a look. You don't have to have it all figured out yet.
Leah Bjur, REALTOR® | Crary Real Estate | 701-317-0439

11/02/2026

Love this 🙌🏻

We're doing it again! For the second year, we're excited to bring back our Give the Gift of Warmth – Trane Furnace Giveaway! 🔥🎁

Do you know someone who could use a little extra warmth this winter? Maybe it's a neighbor, a friend, or someone in our community who's had a tough year or could use a helping hand.

Nominate them today! They could win a free high-efficiency Trane Furnace including installation. Winner announced December 1, 2026.

Nomination link available in the comments below!

11/02/2026

New construction with everything on one level? Let me introduce you to The Prairie by AG Homes.

This plan has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,640 sq ft, and a 2-stall garage. The kitchen opens right into the living room with a fireplace, there’s a walk-in pantry big enough to actually use, and the primary suite has its own bath and walk-in closet.

What really stands out is what comes standard: quartz countertops, Andersen windows, a finished and heated garage (hello, North Dakota winters), hot water recirculation, and a sodded yard with sprinklers already in.

Priced at $339,900, with six of these homes available now.

If you’ve been thinking about new construction, downsizing, or your first home, I’m happy to walk you through the numbers, including how specials affect your monthly payment. You don’t have to have it all figured out yet.

Send me a message or call 701-317-0439.

Leah Bjur, REALTOR® | Grand Forks real estate agent | Crary Real Estate

11/02/2026

The first 30 days are worth about $15,000.

That’s what October’s numbers showed for Grand Forks homes listed on the MLS. Homes that sold in their first month got 101% of asking price. Homes that sat four months or longer sold for about 97%. On a $350,000 home, that’s roughly a $15,000 difference.

Here’s the rest of what happened in October:

🏡 40 homes sold (62 last October)
💲 $328,750 median sale price, up 13.6% from a year ago
🤝 99.2% of list price on average
📈 144 homes for sale, about 12% more than last year

The short version: prices are still climbing (up about 7–8% so far this year), but buyers have more to choose from. That means the right price matters more than ever.

Selling this winter or spring? Your first price is your most important one. I’m happy to walk you through what your home could sell for today, with no pressure.

Buying? You have more options and a little more breathing room than last year. Well-priced homes still go fast, so it helps to be ready.

Let’s take this one step at a time. Send me a message anytime.

Leah Bjur, REALTOR® | Grand Forks real estate agent | Crary Real Estate
📞 701-317-0439

Source: [GFFlexMLS]. Based on Grand Forks residential homes listed on the MLS, October 2026 vs. October 2025. Does not include homes sold privately or by owner. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

11/02/2026

Priced out of the Grand Forks market? This one is worth a closer look. 🏡

The Grand Forks Community Land Trust (GFCLT) has a home coming soon at 109 Reeves Court: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a detached 2-stall garage and lots of historic charm.

GFCLT Price: $250,000, with up to $100,000 in affordability assistance based on household income.

Community land trust homes work a little differently than a typical purchase, so here's how it works:
-The land trust owns the land. You buy the home and its improvements, and a ground lease covers the land.
-Affordability stays with the home. When you sell, a shared-equity formula applies, and you keep a portion of the appreciation. In return, GFCLT homes sell well below market value.
-Financing is set up for it. NDHFA offers a lending program designed for community land trusts, and because these homes sell well below their value, buyers typically don't need PMI. I have connections with local lenders that are already familiar with the leasehold loan process.
These homes don't go on the MLS. You won't find this one on the usual home search sites.

Here's what happens next:
1️⃣ Get pre-qualified for a mortgage of at least $150,000
2️⃣ Submit a pre-application at gfclt.org/apply. That's all you need to schedule a showing.
3️⃣ The full application opens Wednesday, November 4. Buyers are selected on a first-ready, first-served basis, so it helps to be prepared ahead of time.

Check eligibility here: gfclt.org/eligibility

You don't have to have it all figured out yet. If you'd like help understanding your options, or want me to walk through the home with you, send me a message. My job is to make sure you understand your options, and that includes programs like this one.

Let's get you home.

Leah Bjur, REALTOR®
Grand Forks real estate agent | Crary Real Estate
📞 701-317-0439

GFCLT Opportunity Announcement!📣

🏡 Coming Soon | 109 Reeves Court

Historic charm. Timeless character. Prime location.

All at an affordable price through GFCLT.

🛏️ 3 Bedrooms 🛁 3 Bathrooms
🚗 Detached 2-Stall Garage

💰 GFCLT Price: $265,000 + up to $115,000 in affordability assistance available, specific amount determined based on income.

Households pre-qualified for mortgages of $150,000 or more are encouraged to submit pre-applications at gfclt.org/apply as soon as possible. The full application round for this home will open next Wednesday, 11/4.

Realtors and Lenders: This home is perfect for your households that have been priced out of the Grand Forks market! GFCLT will pay 3% commission to Buyer's side representative. Buyers must meet GFCLT eligibility requirements. Learn more at https://gfclt.org/eligibility.

📱Questions? Contact Emily: [email protected]

11/01/2026

🎃 Halloween Coloring Contest Winners! 🎃

Thank you to every family who sent in a coloring page from my haunted house trunk-or-treat. Your kids' creativity made my week! I received so many wonderful entries that I decided to draw six winners instead of three.

Congratulations to:
✨ Joseph C
✨ Noah M
✨ Rylen M
✨ Declan P
✨ Mylo C
✨ Daxter F

Each winning family receives a complimentary holiday mini family photo session this Saturday with the talented Jerica Nicole Photograhy. Winners, I've sent you a text with the details, so keep an eye on your phone!

A big thank-you to jerica nicole photography for partnering with me to capture these special moments for our Grand Forks families. And thank you to everyone who stopped by to trick-or-treat. Being part of this community is one of my favorite parts of what I do.

Leah Bjur, REALTOR® | Crary Real Estate
Grand Forks real estate agent helping families feel at home in Grand Forks & the Red River Valley

10/30/2026

Our youngest has her driver's permit! 🚗

She walked out with the biggest smile, keys in one hand and that brand-new permit in the other. We are so proud of her, and also wondering where the time went. Wasn't she just in car seats?

This season of life is full of milestones in our house, and it reminds me why I love helping families find their home. It's where moments like this happen.

Next up: lots of practice drives and a mom learning to keep her foot off the imaginary brake. 😄 Grand Forks drivers, please be patient with our new learners this fall!

Congratulations, sweet girl. So proud of you. 🔑