Ellis Preserve at Newtown Square Approved By Newtown Township PA By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

After five years of review and planning, Newtown Township has approved the revised plans for the development of the Ellis Preserve at Newtown Square.
After years of work, meetings, and evolving plans, the Ellis Preserve Town Center is now closer than ever to fruition. The township will still submit some additional

Burlap and Bean in Newtown Square PA - Coffee House, Live Music, and More By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

Burlap and Bean in Newtown Square is everything you wanted in a superior local coffee house - and more.
Opened in November 2006, Burlap and Bean has quickly established itself as a great hub of activity in the local Newtown Square PA area. The owners have committed themselves to running an

Delaware County PA Luxury Home Market Update By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

Luxury Home sales in Delaware County PA havecontinued to maintain their leisurely pace as wehead into the summer.
As we have seen in many areas of the county, the Luxury Home sales rate (those homes listed for $1,000,000+) peaked in 2007 with 132 closed home sales with an average price

Springhouse and Echo Valley Newtown Square PA Homes By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

Located along Goshen Rd, just east of Willistown on the edge of Newtown Township lie the homes of two secluded but convenient communities of Springhouse and Echo Valley.
The exclusive Springhouse community is one of the newest developments in Newtown Square consisting of only 17 homesites. Built by Chip Vaughan and

It's OK to Buy! By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

In this real estate environment, many people are anxious and confused by what they are hearing from their friends, family, and the media.
Prices are going down... Rates are going up... I can't get a loan approved... The FHA Inspectors will never pass my home... There's too much inventory to sell

Where is that? ..... Delaware County PA Area Blog Map By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

Recently I have received several questions from people from outside the area trying to understand exactly where the places are that I have mentioned in my blog. In general, they are all in the vicinity of Delaware County Pennsylvania which is located just west of Philadelphia. I recognize that this is

Delaware County - Suburban Philadelphia PA Real Estate Market Update By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

So - How are we doing today in the Suburban Philadelphia - Delaware County PA real estate market after the first two months of 2009? - basically OK
The raw numbers don't look good. The number of sales in January/ February 2009 declined by 28% compared to the November/ December 2008rate,

Newtown Square PA Reminders: By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

Earlier this week, I had the chance to stop by the Newtown Square Township offices and wanted to pass on these reminders from the township:Recycling continues to be a hot topic and recycling is mandatory in Newtown Township. All paper, glass, plastics, and metals must be recycled. The collection schedule remains

Take the Long View (in Suburban Philadelphia) By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

The numbers don't add up.
After reviewing the November statistics in Delaware County Pennsylvania, just west of Philadelphia,there is really not enough local sales activity for the numbers to indicate any clear trends. Depending on the area/township viewed, you could demonstrate the market moving in almost any direction desired. Normally, you

Stuck in the Middle With You 2 By: David Henke Realtor (r) Homes Just West of Philadelphia PA (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc)

Based on thefeedback from my last post, I thought it may be helpful to shed a little more light on the home pricing and activityin different areas in Delaware County byshowing a quick comparison. I chose two townships basically on either end of West Chester Pike (aka RT 3, the main

New picture of 36 Delmont Road-- now ready for your immediate acquisition By: Tom Lowy (Duffy Real Estate Inc)

Additional Photos of 36 Delmont Road, Newtown Square Pa 19073 By: Tom Lowy (Duffy Real Estate Inc)

Welcome to this updated expanded ranch home located less than a half mile (1/2) from Marple-Newtown High School. This newly sided home is in move-in condition and features bright well-lit rooms, oak hardwood floors, a redesigned master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. The large picture window, tile floor,

New Carpet in Master Bedroom at 36 Delmont Road By: Tom Lowy (Duffy Real Estate Inc)

The owner has just upgraded the carpet in the master bedroom. feedback from agent and buyers said there was an issue with having to replace the carpet. The owner is motivated by feedback and would like to sell this home. To this end he has just replaced the carpet.