Homes rise at The Orchard in Cleveland

* Development name: The Orchard

* Location: In Cleveland, off APD 40 near the intersection of Westland Drive and Grandview Drive.

* Status: Builders have completed two homes and have a third under construction with plans to build 74 homes in the first phase.

* Prices: Average price is $136,900

* Developer/Builder: Rob Renner Construction in Cleveland

* Contact: Bruce Renner with Renner Realty, 421-7407 and Max Phillips with Crye-Leike, 596-7173

* Open house: Today from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

* Amenities: Homes have architectural-style shingles, low-e windows, radiant wrap, blown cellulose insulation and other energy efficient features that will keep utility bills low; 9-foot ceilings upstairs and downstairs, hardwood, tile and carpet throughout, solid wood front doors in mahogany or walnut; double carports; kitchens have either granite or Formica countertops, stainless steel appliances, bathrooms have double vanities and floor-to-ceiling tile in showers; large master bedrooms, some with balconies.

* Other features: The neighborhood has underground utilities, city water and city sewer; private backyards that back up to woods or green space; minutes from shopping in Cleveland and about 15 minutes from the new Volkswagen plant; large green areas throughout neighborhood, pond; yards have professional landscaping with sodded front yards.

* Floor plans: Homes are three-bedroom, two or 2.5 baths. Two-story homes range from 1,400 to 1,500 square feet.