North Fork, Long Island Available Retirement/Vacation Condominiums

Authored by: Sean Stark
July 23rd, 2008

The following report is a list of all available condos/coops listed in the mlsli as of July 20, 2008:

AQUEBOGUE, NY

Silver Village: 1; $369,900.

BAITING HOLLOW, NY

The Knolls/ The Knolls at Fox Hill: 10; $359k, $375k, $375k, $380k, $385k, $390k, $399k, $439k, $449,9k, $549,9k

The Bluffs: 4; $449k, $519,9k, $469k, $498,8k

CALVERTON, NY

Calverton Hills: 7; $144,9k, $170k, $174,9k, $195k, $199k, $199k, $210k

Foxwood Village: 11; $159k, $164,1k, $165k, $183,9k, $225k, $229,9k, $239,9k, $240k, $245k, $245,9k, $270k, $310k, $319k, $375k

Windcrest East: 2; $589,9k, $589,9k

GREENPORT, NY

Driftwood Cove (co-op): 3; $170k, $190k, $199k

Sterling Harbor (co-op): 2; $696k, $329k

Sterling Cove: 1 $850k

JAMESPORT, NY

Maidstone Landing: 8; $775k; $799k, $845k, $850k, $879k, $899k, $947,9k; $1,275m

RIVERHEAD, NY

Willow Ponds: 9: $298,8k; $299k, $319k, $339k, $369k, $395k, $399k, $432,5k, $485k

Sunken Pond: 8: $335k, $339k, $375k, $382k, $399k, $399,9k, $399,9k $429k

Mill Pond: 6: $295k, $298,8k, $299k, $299k, $278k, $294k

Saddle Lakes: 2: $375k, $535,5k

The Highlands: 1: $574,9k

SOUTHOLD, NY

Colonial Village (co-ops): $187,8k; $187,8k $277,6k, $277,6k; 279,7k

The Cove: $929k

Any of the above condos can be located on our MLSLI search tool- please click to view, or call us for a showing/details.

Pre-Foreclosure Report on the East End of Long Island

Authored by: Sean Stark
July 17th, 2008

The following figures represent the number of lis pendens filed on the east end, by towns reporting from March 14, 2008 through July 16, 2008, as reported to Options Realty:*

The purpose of sharing this report is to inform both sellers and buyers of the "behind the foreclosure process" potential for properties that might become available in the form of anREO. It is important to note that there are a number of these properties that will not culminate into a home owned by the bank (REO)- some may have been listed and sold; some owners may get the property current, and eliminate the possibility, and still others may find that their lender is anxious to work out a plan to have the owners remain in the property.

Irrespective of the final count on those properties that hit the market, awareness (as both a seller and a buyer) is offered in order to assist a very complicated selling/buying decision in the current market.

March 14 through March 31,2008: 41

**Aquebogue: 1, **Calverton: 1, East Hampton:1, East Quogue:1, **East Marion:1, East Quogue:2, Eastport:1, Flanders:2, **Greenport Village:2, Hampton Bays:10, **Riverhead:7, Southampton:5, **Southold:1, Speonk: 1, Westhampton:4

April 1-April 30, 2008: 59

Amagansett: 1, **Aquebogue: 1, Bridgehampton: 2, **Cutchogue: 2, East Hampton: 10, Flanders: 5, Hampton Bays:4, East Quogue: 1, **East Marion: 1, Quogue: 1, **Mattituck: 2, **Orient: 2, **Riverhead: 13, **Sag Harbor: 1, Southampton: 4, Westhampton:4, Wading River:5

May 1- May 31, 2008: 73

**Aquebogue: 1, Bridgehampton: 1, **Calverton: 1, East Hampton:7, East Marion:2, **Greenport: 5, Hampton Bays: 9, Flanders: 3, Montauk: 2, **Orient: 1, Quogue: 1, East Quogue: 2, Remsenberg: 1, **Riverhead: 14, Sag Harbor: 1, Shelter Island: 1, Southampton: 4, **Southold: 2, Wading River: 9, Water Mill: 3, Westhampton: 3

June 1-June 30, 2008: 49

**Baiting Hollow:1, Bridgehampton: 2, **Calverton: 1, **Cutchogue:1, East Hampton: 7, Flanders: 2, **Greenport:2, Hampton Bays: 6, **Mattituck:3, Quogue: 1, East Quoge: 1, Remsenburg:1, **Riverhead: 5, Southhampton: 5, Sag Harbor: 3, **Southold: 2, Westhampton: 1, Westhampton Beach: 3, Wading River: 1, Water Mill:1

July 1, 2008- July 16,2008: 33

Bridgehampton: 1, East Hampton: 4, **East Marion:1, East Quogue: 3, Hampton Bays: 4, **Mattituck: 1, Montauk: 1, Remsenburg: 1, **Riverhead: 7, Sag Harbor: 2, Southampton: 2, **Southold: 3, Wading River: 1, Wainscott: 1, Westhampton: 1

**these towns and villages are located on the North fork of Long Island.

Awareness of potential changes in the real estate market affecting buyers or sellers of homes on the North fork will continue to be the objective of Options Realty in a time uncertainty. For an assessment of the value of your home, please contact us. If you are thinking about purchasing on the North fork of Long Island, we offer buyer agency services, and make every effort to provide you with the current "state of the market".

Content & Pictures: Copyright 2008 OptionsRealty!

Play Ball! A Farewell to Yankee Stadium

Authored by: Sean Stark
July 15th, 2008

I know this is a Real Estate Blog-(here comes the “but”)- but…allow me to ramble on a bit about America’s Game.

We are fortunate to have Mark Stark on our real estate team- he gets us into Yankee Stadium. As an esteemed umpire with years of Little League experience, Mark was chosen in one of these final “hurrahs” for Yankee stadium to attend a Little League game sponsored by, and for, White & Case, llp.

I tagged along with Mark to this event- an afternoon of baseball played by just, well, us and others, on the magic grass of Yankee Stadium- the shadow of “greats” encompassing us in awe. Their “dirt”.

Little did I know that the 1978 World Series MVP, Bucky Dent, was to be there also.

Well, we ended up having Bucky Dent pitch for us.

I was catcher and Mark called the balls & strikes. A “picnic” pick up game of all ages and skill levels. Just like that.

I never thought that I would be standing on the field of Yankee Stadium having a catch with one of my baseball heroes- only in a dream.

I have been to watch many games in Yankee Stadium. I’ve sat in the bleachers; nose bleed seats, and even behind the plate in the front row.

I’ve dined on both Filet Mignon at The Yankee Club and also polished off a quick dog under the bat before the first pitch. Many more dogs than steaks, relished.

I found myself standing with others in the flashing eclipse that contained bright lights that could be celebrated- where both giants & Giants have stood and played.

If there is any building that has a spirit to it, it is Yankee Stadium.

I only hope that some of the kids we were playing with appreciate the day as much as I did, now and as they grow older enjoying the fun and lessons that baseball and being a witness to greatness can offer. I don’t believe that there will ever be a stadium built again that has been host to so many historical and memorable moments. And yet…I look forward to the moment of being proven wrong.

I’d love to hear Yankee Stadium stories- this is it, folks~

Rest in Peace, Bobby Murcer.

Thinking of buying or selling real estate on the North Fork of Long Island? Contact us!

photos: Copyright 2008 - Options Realty

Play Ball! A Farewell to Yankee Stadium

Authored by: Sean Stark
July 15th, 2008 

I know this is a Real Estate Blog-(here comes the “but”)- but…allow me to ramble on a bit about America’s Game.

We are fortunate to have Mark Stark on our real estate team- he gets us into Yankee Stadium. As an esteemed umpire with years of Little League experience, Mark was chosen in one of these final “hurrahs” for Yankee stadium to attend a Little League game sponsored by, and for, White & Case, llp.

I tagged along with Mark to this event- an afternoon of baseball played by just, well, us and others, on the magic grass of Yankee Stadium- the shadow of “greats” encompassing us in awe. Their “dirt”.

Little did I know that the 1978 World Series MVP, Bucky Dent, was to be there also.

Well, we ended up having Bucky Dent pitch for us.

I was catcher and Mark called the balls & strikes. A “picnic” pick up game of all ages and skill levels. Just like that.

I never thought that I would be standing on the field of Yankee Stadium having a catch with one of my baseball heroes- only in a dream.

I have been to watch many games in Yankee Stadium. I’ve sat in the bleachers; nose bleed seats, and even behind the plate in the front row.

I’ve dined on both Filet Mignon at The Yankee Club and also polished off a quick dog under the bat before the first pitch. Many more dogs than steaks, relished.

I found myself standing with others in the flashing eclipse that contained bright lights that could be celebrated- where both giants & Giants have stood and played.

If there is any building that has a spirit to it, it is Yankee Stadium.

I only hope that some of the kids we were playing with appreciate the day as much as I did, now and as they grow older enjoying the fun and lessons that baseball and being a witness to greatness can offer. I don’t believe that there will ever be a stadium built again that has been host to so many historical and memorable moments. And yet…I look forward to the moment of being proven wrong.

I’d love to hear Yankee Stadium stories- this is it, folks~

Rest in Peace, Bobby Murcer.

Thinking of buying or selling real estate on the North Fork of Long Island? Contact us!

photos: Copyright 2008 - Options Realty

Classic Car Show - Cutchogue Lions Club

I'm going to repost this, since it is sure to be a big turnout.

The 38th annual event will take place on Sunday, July 6th.

Hosted by the Cutchogue Lions Club, the location will be

at the Capital One Bank Operations Center on the Main Rd. (rt. 25) in Mattituck.

Enjoy the movie from a previous show!

The Cutchogue Lions Club will be hosting a HUGE LOCAL EVENT, the Classic Car Show.

For car lovers all over Long Island, this event brings the best of the best, and offers classic car lovers the opportunity to appreciate the work and dedication present with Classic Car Restoration.

The event will take place on Sunday, July 6th. Please visit the above site for additional details/directions- it's certain to be a fun day for all.

Denise and Greg say, "Hope to see you there!"

Options Realty: Proudly serving the North Fork of Long Island.

Photo: Denise & Greg - Copyright 2007 Options Realty

The Good Guys Wear a White Hat

Authored by: Laurie Mindnich
May 18th, 2008

On an otherwise uneventful day, I happened to meet a couple visiting our area.

Through the course of our conversation, Jean mentioned that she does embroidery. Interested, because the look of embroidery for logos is so much nicer than a transfer type look, I asked about her specialties.

Mentioning that logos are one of her areas of expertise, she offered to send me a catalogue of items, in addition to a sample of the embroidery of our logo.

I was absolutely shocked when, within a few days, I received a sweatshirt in the mail, fully embroidered and beautifully done, with our logo- I was simply astonished.

THAT was Jeans “sample” for me- a sweatshirt that had PERFECT STITCHING on the flawless logo.

Now completely intrigued, I asked about baseball hats with the logo- we’re having an outdoor party, and want to make sure that the “sphere” exits with Options. Real Estate is a “remember I’m here” business, even with family.

Today, three days after our conversation, I received in the mail the hat pictured above. It’s so gorgeous that I had to photograph it in an artsy way (can you tell how thrilled that I am)?

Without quoting prices, I will mention that these hats are INEXPENSIVE, but look like a MILLION. My next order will include black hats- and there will be a “next” order.

It’s so hard today to experience a business that responds immediately; offers quality at a low price; and clearly takes pride in what they provide to the consumer- and when it happens, the individual responsible often doesn’t know how appreciated the integrity level is. JEAN, AND JV EMBROIDERY, WE APPRECIATE YOU!

If you need anything embroidered, JV Embroidery is located in Hicksville, NY (Long Island). Jean does all kinds of embroidery- it’s terrific (and terrifically inexpensive) for the real estate contingent- hats, visors, t-shirts, etc.

Quality merchandise for marketing never goes out of style.

Whether it’s a single item or a ton, check out the offerings. I can only tell you that I was amazed.

Jean and Vinny, may your business burst at the seams- just not on my orders.

JV Embroidery

45 Charles Street

Hicksville, New York 11801

1-516-827-9209

Oh- and if you’re looking for property in the North fork area of Long Island, give us a call- maybe you can have a hat, too!

• photos: copyright 2008 OptionsRealty

Sound Ave. Circa 2008

Authored by: Sean Stark
May 16th, 2008

Sound Ave. Circa 2008, we present 40135 County Rd 48, Southold, New York 11971

Newly constructed in Lineage Craftsman detail and style for the 21st. century.

With finely crafted detail evident, this home presents a wonderful opportunity in Southold on the North Fork of Long Island.

Vineyards, as far as the eye can see, provide a spectacular backdrop when relaxing on the back porch.
With a beautifully landscaped yard also comes a slate fire-pit, perfect for entertaining.

A large country kitchen awaits completion, estimated to occur over the next few months. Bright and sunny, a generous number of windows offer additional vineyard views.

The large family room, open to the kitchen, includes a beautiful brick fireplace, with large windows offering additional light and space, in a room designed for relaxation.

In addition to a formal dining room on the main floor, upstairs offers 3 bedrooms + an office, with a master suite providing additional outdoor living, while enjoying the master bedroom fireplace, located on a charming deck that overlooks the vineyard.

A full basement complements this lovely home.

Go ahead and take a look at all the craftsman details of this property, by clicking here.

Priced at $1,050,000. To see this, or any luxury property on the North fork of Long Island contact us.

Location, Location, Location

This exceptional opportunity offers enormous potential in an upscale neighborhood two blocks from gorgeous Kenney's beach. An impressively long driveway leads to this gem, offering privacy. Across the street, enjoy the peace of Great Pond, with the Long Island Sound offering summer fun, just a short walk away. The sellers have added a new garage, offering its own potential for uses- finish one area for a private study or guest area- you'll still have the use of a full two car garage.

If you are mechanically or artistically inclined, think dream work space for your projects. The original attached one car garage is ready for finishing, affording additional space for a separate family room, or perhaps a master suite. With enormous potential, in addition to a fabulous location, this home is expansion-ready! The sellers have added unique, high quality windows throughout, and completed the outside with vinyl siding.

This home is landscaped professionally, maintaining the "woodsy" feel in the front without obstructing the home itself. A large, sunny kitchen is part of a "great room" layout- the "hot" look of today. With all of the important factors present for someone interested in investing in potential, this home has it.

What it also has is LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...making this a true gem for beach lovers seeking proximity, with an eye toward future expansion. A large deck overlooks the backyard, and the hot tub is included. If you are seeking a home to "make your own", this may be the one- call us today!

See the website itself at www.7720Soundview.com for all the good information on this opportunity.

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38 Home Sales on the North Fork of Long Island in April- Real Estate Market Report

Authored by: Sean Stark

May 2nd, 2008

The following is data collected from mlsli indicating properties that have gone under contract on the North Fork from each village / town and hamlet from April 01, 2008 through April 29, 2008:

Aquebogue NY: 2 sold; $350k*, $469,9k

Baiting Hollow NY: 5 sold; $70k*, $165k*, $409,9k, $479,9k, $519,9k

Calverton NY: 1 sold; $159,9k

Cutchogue NY: 2 sold; $779,7k, $1,399m

East Marion NY: 2 sold; $399k, $449k

Greenport NY: 1 sold; $399k

Jamesport NY: 2 sold; $529,9k, $599,9k

Mattituck NY: 1 sold; $415k

New Suffolk NY: 1 sold; $749k

Riverhead NY: 16 sold; $74,9k, $82,5k, $89k, $119,9k, $155,5k, $180k, $199,9k, $199,9k, $249,9k, $279k, $299k, $299k, $299k, $350k, $379k, $609,5k

Southold NY: 5 sold; $395k, $549k, $1,650m, $13,294m*

For the purposes of this update, “sold” refers to under contract; * indicates “closed” pricing.

For condominium reports, scroll down.

If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in any village/town on the North Fork of Long Island, email us for a comprehensive look at your area- we’ll get right back with you!

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Vacation/Retirement Condos on the North Fork of Long Island- April 2008 Report

Authored by: Options Realty
April 28th, 2008 

Vacation/Retirement Condos on the North Fork of Long Island- April 2008 Report

The following is an update of condo sales/closings for the North Fork of Long Island April 1-April 28, 2008. Areas reported:

Aquebogue NY

• Silver Village: 0 sold; Available: 1- $429,9k

Baiting Hollow NY

• The Bluffs: 0 sold; Available: 4- $299k, $449,5k, $499k, $549,9k
• The Knolls: 0 sold; Available: 9- $359k, $369k, $375k, $375k, $399k, $399k, $439k, $449.9k, $455k

Riverhead NY

• Willow Ponds: 1 sold; Available: 14- $289,9k, $299k, $295k, $299k, $299k, $319k, $329k, $359k, $369k, $399k,$405k, $440k, $445k, $485k
• Mill Pond: 1 sold; Available: 4- $282k, $285k, $309k, $314k
• Sunken Pond: 0 sold; Available: 8- $345k, $345k, $375k, $390k, $399,9k, $399,9k, $399,9k, $429k
• Saddle Lakes:0 sold; Available: 2- $375k, $429k
• Stoneleigh Woods: 0 sold; Available: 1- $365k
• Calverton, NY
• Calverton Hills: 1 sold; Available: 8- $144,9k, $150k, $169k, $195k, $195k, $199k, $199k, $210k,
• Foxwood Village (age restricted manufactured homes): 0 sold; Available:13- $169k, $169k, $189k, $197,5k, $219,9k, $225k, $239,9k, $240k, $245,9k, $290k, $310k, $319k, $375k
• Windcrest East: 0 sold; Available: 3- $560,9k, $569k, $629k

Jamesport NY

• Maidstone Landing: 1 sold; 10 Available: $799k, $845k, $849k, $850k, $869k, $947,9k, $949k, $995k, $1.08m, $1.27m

Southold NY

• Founders Village: 0 sold; 1 Available: $374,9k
• Main Road coops: 0 sold; 4 Available: $187,8k, $277,6k, $2797k, $279,7k
  

East Marion NY

• Cleaves Point: 0 sold; 1 Available: $849k

Greenport NY

• Driftwood Cove (coop): 0 sold; 4 Available:$160k, $170k, $190k, $199k
• Oyster Point: 0 sold; 1 Available: $715k
• Sterling Harbor: 0 sold; 3 Available: $749k, $795k, $799k

April 1, 2008 through April 28, 2008 results:

Total condos available: 92

Total condos sold: 4

Available condos can be viewed by going to “North Fork Condos”, entering desired location, and proceeding to properties on the MLSLI (multi list service). Click on “more info”, and photographs/details will appear. To view any properties of interest, call or email us:

Options Realty: 631-727-2227

email: stark@optionsrealty.com

All information is deemed reliable, obtained from a third party (mlsli) but not guaranteed.

Photos: 2008 Options Realty - Laurie Mindnich