Massachusetts South Shore Blog

46 Duncan Drive, Norwell, Open Sunday 4/20, 12-3 PM

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 21:31:36 -0500

Best value in Norwell. $349,900 for 4-5 bedroom, 2 bath home. Visit http://www.46duncandrive.com/ for more information. Open Sunday, April 20th, 12-3 pm.

Peregrine White Homestead Price Reduced to $429,900

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:52:25 -0500

Breathtaking views of the Rexhame Dunes, Humarock & marsh from this South River retreat. $60,000 BELOW RECENT BANK APPRAISAL! This well maintained historical homestead is rich in character with exposed beams, wide pine floors & many updates. Historically significant and Date Boarded 1648, but without historic property restrictions. All the work has been done; Insulated windows, newer kitchen, bath, furnace, roof & wiring.

Peregrine White* had a choice of almost anywhere on the South Shore to build his homestead and now it can be yours! Come see this private retreat situated on the marsh of the South River with beautiful grounds including perennial garden, lilacs, apple orchard, grape arbor and raspberry patch. Launch your canoe in the South River and be at Rexhame Beach in minutes. For more information click here to visit the web site

*Peregrine White (1620-1703) First child born to the Pilgrims on the Mayflower while anchored in Provincetown Harbor.

Town of Scituate Flood Information Workshop

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 21:57:57 -0600

Town of Scituate Flood Information Workshop for homeowners and residents will be held March 13, 5:30-9:00pm downstairs at the library. Topics covered include:

The Community Rating System
Flood Insurance
Permit Requirements
Substantial Improvements / Damage Repair
Drainage Maintenance
Property Protection Measurers
Flood Safety
Flood Warning System
Flood Hazard
Natural and Beneficial Functions of Beach and Dune
Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) Information
All Hazard Mitigation Plan

Did you know you can sign up to receive town notices by email? Click here to sign up with the Scituate webmaster.

William Raveis Earns Top Market Share in Norwell for 2007

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 13:20:25 -0600

A shameless plug for our office!

Raveis Team Earns Top Market Share in Norwell for 2007

Norwell, MA - January 11, 2008 - As 2007 was coming to a close, you could feel the excitement building for the Norwell Office team of William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance. In a year in which the credit and housing markets have experienced considerable negatives, the positives for Raveis Norwell were clearly many. "We did what very few companies did in 2007. We showed year over year growth in many of the communities we serve including Hanover, Kingston, Marshfield, Pembroke and Scituate, but becoming the number one real estate office in Norwell for 2007, that is what we are most proud of." Commented Jill Duffy Sales Manager, "We thank the Norwell community for entrusting their real estate transactions to us. I am so proud of our team of full-time, real estate consultants who have been the driving force behind this achievement."

William Raveis Real Estate in Norwell showed a nearly 23% gain in sales volume over 2006 in the town of Norwell according to multiple listing service statistics reports Duffy. This is in stark contrast to the 26% decrease in sales volume and number of homes sold in all of Norwell for 2007. Duffy further commented, "We continue to show positive growth in a challenging market. Now, we are looking forward to 2008. We have a plan and our focus will remain on providing an outstanding level of service to our clients by supporting our agents. Our philosophy is simple. Our team is dedicated. We differentiate ourselves from the competition in ways that are meaningful to our seller and buyer clients. It's simply a team approach." With housing and market stability still a major concern for both Buyers and Sellers, the Norwell Office works closely with their clients and the Raveis "family of companies" - Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance - to offer the one-stop shopping many consumers find convenient and beneficial. Raveis Mortgage has also experienced significant growth in 2007.

In addition to being the number one real estate office in Norwell, the Raveis Norwell team showed over 40% growth for 2007 in the towns of Hanover, Kingston, Marshfield, Norwell, Pembroke and Scituate combined. William Raveis Real Estate in Norwell is a full service real estate brokerage. The office is open Monday through Sunday 9am to 5pm.

Open House Sunday 4/20 - Best Value in Norwell - 4-5 Bedroom Colonial - $349,900

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:33:19 -0600

Best value in Norwell. $349,900 for 4-5 bedroom, 2 bath home. Visit http://www.46duncandrive.com/ for more information. Open Sunday, April 20th, 12-3 pm.

Marshfield Condo Sales Statistics 3 Months ending September 2007

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 16:45:59 -0600

To generate more real estate reports visit Chris Head's site at Raveis.com and click on the local housing data link.

Marshfield

Three Months Ending: September, 2007

Marshfield, MA Condominium Properties

July , 2007

Address	Bed-rooms	List Price	Sale Price	Market Time (Days)
21 Hayloft Lane, UNIT 39 J	2	$429,900	$435,300	92
451 School Street, UNIT 5-3	2	$144,900	$146,500	80
980 Plain Street, UNIT 1	1	$106,900	$98,000	214
451 School St, UNIT 1-2	1	$77,900	$72,000	53

August , 2007

Address	Bed-rooms	List Price	Sale Price	Market Time (Days)
4 Hayloft Lane, UNIT 50 M	2	$449,900	$439,900	398
26 Hayloft Lane, UNIT 40	2	$429,900	$429,900	476
682 Plain St building 28, UNIT #7	1	$145,900	$143,000	6
451 School St, UNIT 9-3	1	$79,900	$77,500	75

September , 2007

Address	Bed-rooms	List Price	Sale Price	Market Time (Days)
6 Hayloft Lane, UNIT 49 M	2	$449,900	$457,600	322
848 Plain St., UNIT 16	2	$199,900	$195,000	83
3 Royal Dane, UNIT 11	2	$159,900	$155,000	86

Data Courtesy of MLSPIN

Peregrine White Homestead For Sale - 178 Peregrine White Drive, Marshfield

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 20:34:32 -0500

PRICED $35,000 BELOW RECENT BANK APPRAISAL! Peregrine White's* well maintained historical homestead is rich in character with exposed beams, wide pine floors & many updates. Historically significant and Date Boarded 1648, but without historic property restrictions. Insulated windows, newer kitchen, bath, furnace, roof & wiring. This property is situated on an enchanting South Riverfront retreat setting with perennial garden, apple orchard, grape arbor, raspberry patch, & breathtaking views of the Rexhame Dunes & marsh. Launch your canoe in the South River and be at Rexhame Beach in minutes. More Info

*Who was Peregrine White? (1620-1703) First child born to the Pilgrims on the Mayflower while anchored in Provincetown Harbor.

Scituate Extends Application date for Grants to Elevate Homes and Utilities to Oct 18

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 06:49:16 -0500

Scituate has announced they are accepting applications for grants to elevate homes in the flood plain. Applications are due October 11 (extended to Oct 18) and will reimburse up to 75% of the cost of raising utilities up to $10,000 and 75% up to $40,000 to elevate a home. Visit the Scituate town site for more details, or call Laura Harbottle, Town Planner at 781-545-8730 with any questions.

Here are links to download the applications: Application for Utility Elevation Grant Application for Home Elevation Grant

Greenbush Train effect on Real Estate Values

Chris Head Norwell & South Shore Real Estate Agent (William Raveis Real Estate) — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 09:24:21 -0500

Finally we are getting closer to being able to see (hear & feel) the effect of the Greenbush Train on properties close to the tracks. Test runs are reported to start again August 13 with scheduled service beginning at the end of September. Real estate near the tracks will finally have the unknown baggage lifted, and the whole region will begin to enjoy the benefit of local train service.