Branford CT Home for Sale - Classic Colonial in Pine Orchard
Price: $649,000
SF: 3126
Bedrooms: 5
More Info: http://www.ct-shore-homes.com/249-Pine-Orchard-Rd-a130573.html
Large classic Pine Orchard Colonial with plenty of room for guests and extended family, stroll down the lane to Long Island Sound or jump in the golf cart to go over to the country club. Minutes from town and restaurants.
it is very affordable for a first time buyer. A large complex, well maintained and a short commute to New Haven - the complex comes complete with a pool and walking to a great Pizza place Pepe & Rose. This condo is also a perfect example of the Spending to Sell Article in the New York Times - this home owner made many investments so the new owner gets an attractive living space by just walking in the door.
Saturday's New York Times did all real estate agents a huge favor, they wrote an article that lays out the current "Buyers Market" for our clients. It points out that the houses/condos/co-ops that are selling are those that combine great price, great location and turn-key sale. Those sellers understand the market, in today's market you need to be priced right (at or below the level of comparable homes that SOLD - not those sitting on the market) and need to be ready to move in with no updates needed.
A great read for everyone, and very good collateral for Agents to include in their listing presentations and market reviews for their existing seller clients.
The latest Standard & Poors/Case-Shiller index was just released (8/25) indicating that home prices for the 2Q2009 have shown improvement for the first time in several quarters (3 years.)
Traditionally the Media has relied on Median Home Prices to represent rise and fall of values, however the flaw in this approach is that this only represents the Median Price of the inventory that sold - so if a lot of smaller house sell the median reflects a lower median price.
Why is the Case-Shiller index a better indicator - because it uses repeat sales of the same house over a period of time and then appropriately adjusts, using a weighting factor, to smooth out large spikes in value between sales that could be from additions/renovations, and to account for larger periods of time between sales.
Connecticut (Fairfied/New Haven Counties) is included in the original 10 Metro Areas (cities) under New York. The Quarter ending June'09 showed a modest 0.4% increase over the 1Q09 and a -11.9% decline in values from the previous year - which is also an improvement.
On a national bases there was an approximate 4% value increase Q2 over Q1, but this also represents an improvement on a greater negative impact - the national 20 City (Metro Area) is still showing a -15.4 decline in value vs a year ago. Keep in mind these are trends, and real estate is local - but we have seen the national trends have significant impacts on local markets. While specific measurements are going to be different in our own market it is primarily going to be degrees of difference, not alternate trends.
Why is a -11.9% and -15.4% decline cause for celebration? Because it shows a reversal in trends.
For Buyers - for those waiting for the bottom before buying, many economists are using this report coupled with recent over all economic improvements to say this may signal the bottom has been hit on home prices. This doesn't mean that all houses on the market are priced right, but if you look at recent sales you will have a better feel for what the true values are.
For Sellers - Before you run off and tell your Realtor to increase your listing price, you need to really understand what this means. Many sellers look to the houses on the market that have not yet sold to feel comfortable with where they are priced - in the end they are making sure there house is priced similarly to the other houses on the market that have failed to sell. This report should indicate to sellers that a percentage of buyers are going to re-enter the active search mode and make a decision. They are going to make that decision based on their best perceived value benchmarking listings against recent sales (within last 3 months).
With our current inventories not everything will sell, there is just too much on the market. What will sell are those homes that represent the best value from a Product, Presentation and most importantly Price Perspective. So this next 8 weeks are more important than ever to price your home right - because chances are a higher number of homes will go under contract in the next few months than would have if the media was not reporting good news.
This custom built home in a private enclave of 8 homes is the perfect choice for the homeowner looking for an open floor plan home in a setting that affords a balance of privacy and sense of community. The 11 rooms provide tremendous space for everyone to spread out in. Generous bedrooms with luxurious bathrooms provide a comfortable second floor. The first floor rooms flow wonderfully from room to room. The family room and kitchen open to a large deck overlooking the sunny back yard. An expertly finished lower level comes complete with 2 rooms, including wet bar and a walk-out to patio.
Four Bedroom colonial in quiet neighborhood, centrally located close to town and beaches. The large eat in kitchen flows into a large family room. A wonderful 3 season porch expands the living area and looks out over the level back yard. The lower level includes 2 large rooms and a full bath with Shower.
What a great home, this home is immaculate with recent kitchen and bath updates it is in move in condition. Set in a quiet cul-de-sac neighborhood this home has a very private setting with a lightly wooded lot looking out over a picturesque pond. The in-groundpool provides an inviting area to relax and enjoy. The large eat-in kitchen walks out to a screened in porch overlooking the back yard.
The family room is flooded in light, has custom built-ins and mantle for the wood burning fireplace. The second floor has 5 rooms including 4 official bedrooms and one additional finished room. Two bathrooms including a private master bath have been updated.
This picturesque center chimney reproduction cape is set back on a private lot. Enjoy the gardens that surround this home from the four decks, including one with an attractive arbor.
The interior is a pleasant mix of old and new, the large windows let the light flood in throughout the home. The open first floor plan is anchored by a center chimney fireplace and wrap around stair case leading to the second floor. The large kitchen gives you plenty of work space and is open to an eating area with sliders to one of the rear decks.
The Master Bedroom consists of two large rooms open to each other. A second bedroom shares this floor.
Off of the living room is a set of rooms with a separate entrance that could make a great set up extended guests or media room with loft area.
Support Madison Cares while you Love Your Local Merchants at 'Murder Mystery Night' April 30
Yellow crime scene tape, chalk body outlines and mug shots of local suspects are just some of what you will find in downtown Madison during this year's Madison Cares' Movie Night April 30.
The theme for this year's event is "Murder Mystery Night in Madison," and will feature a screening of Alfred Hitchcock's thriller, Rear Window. To set the scene, Madison's own murder mystery author Roberta Isleib will be writing a short mystery that takes place in Madison and includes town personalities. Copies of Isleib's story will be available at local merchants starting April 23. The mystery will also be published here on Madison Cares' web site.
Isleib has published eight mystery novels. Her latest series stars a Connecticut psychologist and advice columnist, including Deadly Advice, Preaching to the Corpse and Asking for Murder (Berkley Prime Crime.) A clinical psychologist by trade, Isleib took up writing mysteries to justify time spent on the golf course. Her first series, featuring a neurotic professional golfer and a sports psychologist, was nominated for both Agatha and Anthony awards.
Beginning at 5:30 pm April 30, participating merchants will host receptions in their stores, where visitors can sample wine and hors oeuvres as well as gather clues to solve the mystery. Each store will provide a different clue. Participants can visit as many stores as they wish to collect clues and enter their guess of "whodunit" before the movie begins. One lucky sleuth, drawn at the theater from among the correct entries, will win a weekend getaway for two.
The evening will culminate at Madison Art Cinemas at 8 pm for a screening of Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window (1954), starring James Stewart and Grace Kelly. In keeping with the theme, this year's movie will be Alfred Hitchcock's, Rear Window (1954), starring James Stewart and Grace Kelly. The movie is about a photojournalist confined to a wheelchair with a broken leg, who believes that a murder has been committed by his neighbor.
Tickets are $35 and can be purchased in advance at participating Madison stores, including RJ Julia Booksellers, Given Fine Chocolates, Peter Indorf Jewelers, Jolie Boutique, Anna Mia's, bella Perlina, Walker Loden, Maggies of Madison, Frances Amerique and Ciao Bella Moda International.
A limited number of Patron tickets are available for $50. Patron tickets include reserved seating at the theater and admission to a private event at R.J. Julia Booksellers, "Behind the Mystery," at 7 pm by Isleib and bookstore owner extraordinaire Roxanne Coady.
All proceeds from the event will benefit Madison Cares.
Custom Colonial home in Clinton CT just listed. The architectural features of this home are truly distinctive with great lines, wrap around porch and professional landscaping to welcome you. The first level open floor plan, 10' Ceilings, magnificent stone fireplace and spacious kitchen create a wonderful atmosphere for relaxing or entertaining.
Featuring a stunning master suite complete wiht fireplace and a second bedroom suite off the kitchen
The finished lower level provides both a play room and entertainment area with fireplace, custom wetbar, walk out to the large stamped patio.
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