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The twilight hour had finally arrived, causing the vampiress to stir and awaken. She moved about the top floor of her home languidly, she had no pressing affairs to attend to, no expected appointments or guests. Sonja had only just pulled on her housecoat over her shift when she heard floorboards creak downstairs, along with the thrumming heartbeat of several beings.

A glance to the clock on the mantel told her it was almost midnight, far too late for most mortals to be wandering about. And from how they crept about, it seemed that someone was foolish enough to break into a vampire's residence at night to rob them.

She'd didn't recognize the voices she could hear faintly, so she proceeded downstairs. She kept herself cloaked in the shadows, only a few oil lamps were lit by her surprise guests. Sonja didn't require them to see her way through the house, and it gave quite the breadcrumb trail to lead her right to them, even if their scent alone would have allowed her to track them.

The vampiress moved from the shadows to stand in the centre of a doorway, watching with bemusement as the group of men rifled through her cupboards. It seemed they were trying to loot her home, but were frustrated by her lack of valuables. She didn't keep much in out in the open or displayed in cupboards. Truly, she couldn't believe the sight before her and she began to laugh.

"Gentlemen, if you would be so kind as to simply take a seat and explain your visit, it would be appreciated. You entered freely and of your own will, no?" She called out, hardly concerned. From what she could tell, they appeared to be mortals. Cowboys, possibly outlaws by the look of their weaponry. "

Whomever was brazen enough to tell you to come here, I would be most interested in learning their name. Please, sit, be civilized. I don't particularly want to stain the carpet."

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Ultracheap ‘Fixer Upper’ Home in Waco Is This Week’s Most Popular Listing

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It’s shiplap for the win! Yet again, a home featured on the smash HGTV show “Fixer Upper” tops the most popular homes on realtor.com®. This week, it’s a place from the show’s fifth (and, gulp, final!) season: a fully remodeled Waco, TX, home on the market for $349,900.

Unlike some of the pricier listings reimagined by Chip and Joanna Gaines, this two-bedroom home isn’t asking for a gigantic Gaines-based premium. We delved into the decision to list the home, and found a few folks who thought the place was still overpriced. But for fans of the show, owning a home with a Magnolia pedigree is a true score. As proof, the home is now pending sale.

This week’s runner-up for the most clicks is a massive Southern California compound with an equally massive price: $85 million. Gawkers wanted to see more of this 33-acre spread with seven separate structures.

Other homes piqueing your interest this week include an updated farmhouse in Washington, a clean A-frame in Illinois, and an affordable Mid-Century Modern in Ohio. According to the listing agent, the Ohio gem has been drawing tons of interest.

For now, we invite you to slow down and savor this week’s 10 most popular properties.

10. 11639 Olalla Valley Rd SE, Olalla, WA 

Price: $499,000 Why it’s here: Oh, la-la in Olalla! This charming farmhouse from 1912 sits on a little over 2 acres. The three-bedroom layout has been “nicely updated.” There’s also an unfinished basement with a shop, and a bonus room with kitchenette above the garage. We dig the garage doors!

Olalla, WA

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9. 2727 E Newberry Blvd, Milwaukee, WI

Price: $1,695,000 Why it’s here: If you admired the French/Italian Gothic–inspired mansion that topped our chart last week, there’s still time to snap it up. The Victorian has been fully restored and modernized throughout, but original details remain, including the turrets, hardwood floors, and stained-glass windows.

Milwaukee, WI

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8. 1501 NW 16th St, Oklahoma City, OK

Price: $725,000 Why it’s here: This contemporary might have you singing “Oklahoma!” Built in 2015, the interior features soaring ceilings and walls of windows. The layout includes a sunken living room with fireplace, three bedrooms, and a media room. Out back, there’s a pool.

Oklahoma City, OK

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7. 752 N Main St, East Peoria, IL

Price: $264,900 Why it’s here: Views, views, views. The remodeled A-frame has a great room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a vaulted ceiling. There’s also a large kitchen, wraparound deck, second-floor balcony, and screened-in porch.

East Peoria, IL

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6. 119 Miles Ave NW, Canton, OH

Price: $168,900 Why it’s here: Act fast if you want this sizzling-hot property. Its “Jetsons” vibe has also been updated by the owners, who bought it at auction in 2011 for under $80,000.

“They spent a lot of time and energy to make it look that way,” says listing agent Eric Bevington with KIKO Company.

The property is located in a “typical suburban setting,” he says, but is “very, very unique. When you walk in, you’re either going to love it or it’s not for you.”

The open space includes a custom fireplace, chef’s kitchen, cork flooring, and a master bedroom with a tiled, walk-in shower.

Canton, OH

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5. 52069 Highway 51 S, Independence, LA

Price: $165,000 Why it’s here: We’ll offer a toast to this opportunity! This brick house from 1930 was the original location of the Pioneer Wine company. Now it’s in need of some TLC. We hope someone uncorks the potential behind this historic home.

Independence, LA

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4. 1500 S Ocean Blvd, Palm Beach, FL

Price: $95 million Why it’s here: Palm Beach perfection. Last week’s most expensive new listing is owned by tech billionaire Jim Clark. The classic home built in 1927 was in sad shape when Clark bought it for $11 million. After renovating the property, he now wants to sell. Although the price tag is stratospheric, it’s a huge reduction from its original list price of $137 million.

Palm Beach, FL

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3. 8106 Hohman Ave, Munster, IN

Price: $284,900 Why it’s here: A Cape Cod in Indiana? This three-bedroom stone home from 1925 has been blessed with “tasteful” modern updates. Details include hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, and a sunroom with vaulted ceiling and skylight. The location is close to shopping, and it’s an easy commute to Chicago.

Munster, IN

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2. 3970 Victoria Ln, Westlake Village, CA

Price: $85 million Why it’s here: Who can resist ogling a luxurious Southern California compound owned by movie producer and tech titan Thomas Tull? The grounds of the 33.3-acre property were inspired by Monet’s gardens, and include a lake, mill house, stone bridge, and four cascading pools.

Westlake Village, CA

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1. 3829 Herwol Ave, Waco, TX

Price: $349,900 Why it’s here: It’s the “Fixer Upper” factor. Featured on the show’s fifth season, the two-bedroom home has a sweet kitchen with concrete countertops, formal living room, den, and space for a home office. The price seems reasonable for a home featured on the popular TV show (some of the past renovations on the show asked north of a million). The reason: It’s a relatively small place, with just two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. But for fans of the show, owning a Gaines renovation, no matter the cost, might just be priceless.

Waco, TX

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