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Update, upgrade or merely maintenance? And what is the difference?

Tue, 01 May 2012 19:03:20 -0700

Litchfield County Real Estate Talk, is that an update, an upgrade, or was that merely maintenance?

I hear it all the time, I put a new roof on, new siding, new furnace, the dreaded new septic, so THAT will certainly add value to my property, right? I mean, after all, I upgraded.... right?

Are these updates or maintenance?

You won't get your money back for putting on a new roof, or replacing a failing septic or a furnace that blew... nope, sad to say but you won't. Not in the way that you think.

You and your neighbors home started life as identical dwellings. Over the years your neighbor has done nothing, the house has the original roof, original septic, original heating system, on and on. The house shows wear and tear. But you put a new roof on, you replaced the failing septic and heating system. (But otherwise the homes are still the same) I will give it a bit more value for condition, you will be more marketable, more sale-able. But dollar for dollar, you won't get it back. That is routine maintenance that should have been done. The good news? Your neighbors house, with all the deferred maintenance, is worth less than yours!

When an agent tries to sell me on the fact that the house had upgrades, a new roof, a new furnace, a new septic, I tell them that is maintenance, routine maintenance. It may make the sale easier, but a new septic doesn't warrant a $25,000 price increase over an identical home with the original septic!

It does work in reverse however. I will say, if the septic is shot and the price to replace it is $25,000, I can pretty much guarantee that the sales price will reflect that $25,000, even if the asking price or the offered price didn't reflect it in the first place.

Upgrading, updating, that would be a bit of a different story. A home that has a new kitchen, complete with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances is certainly more valuable than the house next door with the original kitchen from the 70's. Bingo, you are at the head of the class! Now you are worth more!

That was my long answer, now here is my short answer. There is only so much value we can give your house, no matter what you did to it. Style, size, location, market conditions, these all come into play. I cannot use a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial built in 2005 as a comp against a ranch built in 1970, no matter how many updates and upgrades were done. After all, a t-bone steak is worth more than a rib eye steak! But the good news is, there are many people that will be happy with rib eye at the end of the day!

Yes, make sure you maintain your house, that deferred maintenance may cost you a bundle when you go to sell. And when you have upgraded, you will see an increase in price, but not dollar for dollar!

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Open House, 1 Birch Rd New Milford CT, March 25, 2012, 12-2 pm

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 04:07:58 -0700

Open house, 1 Birch Rd, New Milford CT Sunday 3/25/12 from 12 -2 pm. 3 bedroom ranch close to Candlewood Lake priced at $218,000. Solid 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath ranch in well established neighborhood, less than one mile from Lynn Deming Park at Candlewood Lake.

PLENTY OF TIME TO BUY THE HOUSE AND BE IN JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER LIFE AT CANDLEWOOD LAKE!

This is a well cared for home and it shows. The siding and windows were replaced in 1997, there is central air and a central vac system. The walk out lower level is just waiting for someone to move in and finish for even more living space!

Check it out for yourself, view the flyer below. See you today at the open house, 1 Birch Rd, New Milford, CT.

Ranch near Candlewood Lake!

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$218,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,421 sqft
Lot: 0.34 acre(s)
Location

1 Birch Rd
New Milford, CT 06776
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You love your pets, to the buyers it's stink, stank and stunk!

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:28:56 -0700

Selling your home in New Milford, Litchfield County, CT with pets? Pets and real estate, they can be like water and oil if you aren't careful. I know my old pooch, before he moved on, smelled. And it wasn't a pleasant smell either, trust me on that. There was no doubt, in the words of the Grinch, stink, stank ,stunk! And there was not much we could do about it. (We never told him either) But I wasn't selling my house. Wet dogs, old dogs, dogs that have been skunked... they smell. Clean, dirty, old, young, some buyers are very sensitive to dog odors.

And then there is the cat box issue.

The hardest thing for you may be to smell it yourself. Bring someone over, ask your agent, but be prepared for the answer. You need to know the truth. I hope they don't wrinkle their nose and run out of the house screaming, there are far better ways to deliver the bad news. For instance, yes, your house does smell like pets.

Steel yourself, hear the truth, know it is not a bad reflection on you or your beloved pet. It is just a fact, a problem to solve.

There are many products out there that can help. Go to the pet store and ask, try your vet as a resource. And whatever you do, don't try to mask the odor with smelly candles or heavy fragrances. Try something like Zero Odor, I have found that is very effective in the eradication of smells. It can be a bit pricey, but in the scheme of things it is well worth it.

Important things to remember when selling your home in Litchfield County when you have pets in residence.

Pets get very upset when strangers come and go out of their home
Many people are very sensitive to pet odors that you may not realize exist
Barking dogs are a turn off
Cats who are escape artists can get out with the best agent
Dogs that are left running lose can turn away potential buyers

Make arrangements for your pets while your house is listed. If you can't be there, ask a neighbor if they can take the dog out for a while, ask your agent. Crates are wonderful, but if the dog is going to bark the whole time while the house is being shown, forget that.

Pets are part of our families and can often present very special difficulties when putting your home on the market. Make sure your understand the risks, the potential issues that could arise. And be prepared to hear that Fido does indeed smell!

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Living on a Litchfield County Lake in Connecticut, which one is for you?

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 04:36:13 -0700

Litchfield County lake homes, which one is right for you? Litchfield County Real Estate.

Candlewood Lake, Lake Waramaug, Bantam Lake, Woodridge Lake, Tyler Lake, Litchfield County has some pretty amazing lakes to live on! Yes, the small state of Connecticut has the ocean on one side, and Litchfield County has the the two largest natural lakes and the largest man made lake in Connecticut on the other side! Add to that the other lakes, ponds and the lovely rivers we have and you may begin to understand the water fever we experience here when spring comes. We have water covered in Connecticut! (or maybe the water has us covered?)

It's time, time to find your home in one of our lake communities that surround the lakes of Litchfield County. All sizes, all prices, something for everyone. From the wildly fantastic and exclusive to the most modest home, we have many. Public lakes, man made lakes, private lakes, natural lakes, largest, smallest, they all have one thing in common. They are beautiful lakes. You can have lake frontage, lake views, lake rights, all depends on what you want to spend and where you want to live.

A bit about a few of the lakes of Litchfield County that we cover.

Candlewood Lake is the largest lake in Connecticut. It spans 5,420 acres. Candlewood Lake was created in 1928, acres of farmland were submersed by water pumped up from the Housatonic River. Candlewood Lake sprawls through 5 towns in both Litchfield and Fairfield Counties, creating great water activities for those who live in New Milford (Litchfield County), New Fairfield, Brookfield, Sherman and Danbury, CT (Fairfield County).

Interesting fact about the creation of Candlewood Lake. Although the residents of what is now Candlewood Lake were resettled to other areas, many of the buildings were left standing! Scuba divers have been known to run across the remains of old buildings, getting a glimpse into what life was like before Candlewood Lake was created.

From modest homes in lake communities, to wildly fantastic lake front homes, there is something for everyone. Gorgeous views, wonderful walks along the beach, hiking the trails along the lake, boating, fishing, scuba diving, swimming. Each Candlewood Lake community has its own flavor and appeal, many with private docks and beaches for those who live within, offering a wonderful lifestyle for the lake lover!

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Lake Waramaug spans the towns of Washington (New Preston), Warren and Kent, CT. Some of the most beautiful and prestigious homes in the area are gracefully set along the lakefront, it is truly one of the most gorgeous lakes I have ever seen. Many of the homes around Lake Waramaug date back to the late 1800's and early 1900's. They have been upgraded and updated over time, becoming favorites for those wishing for a luxury lake country home in Litchfield County.

I can promise you one thing, Lake Waramaug will provide you with some of the most spectacular eye candy Litchfield County has to offer!

Lake Waramaug is the second largest natural lake in Connecticut, although you do not realize it as you drive past the lake. Lake Waramaug has been a popular getaway since the 1800's, many owners have left the look and feel of these antiques to reflect the period, which only adds to the charm. Take a drive around the lake road, you will see grand Victorian homes overlooking Lake Waramaug with large porches taking advantage of the views, homes with a more vacation cottage feel, capes with that distinctive "Cape Cod" charm. Many of the homes have fantastic boat houses and docks, private swimming areas. All set in the natural beauty of Lake Waramaug.

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Bantam Lake, Litchfield (Borough of Bantam) and Morris, CT. Bantam Lake is the largest natural lake in Connecticut with a surface area of 947 acres. There is approximately 10 acres of shoreline, most of it natural woods with homes dotted around the shoreline. The White Memorial Foundation protects much of the area surrounding Bantam Lake and offers hiking trails, camping and much more. Homes along Bantam Lake range in price and size, offering something for everyone. Bantam Lake offers recreational boating and some of the best fishing around. Ice fishing is also a favorite on Bantam Lake, although I personally don't understand the lure of ice fishing, but that is just me. There is also the Bantam Lake Yacht Club, which has been in existence since 1933. Members race small sailboats on Bantam Lake, and enjoy a variety of social activities at the club.

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Woodridge Lake, Goshen, CT. A private lake community surrounding Woodridge Lake. Homes on Woodridge Lake vary in price and size. Woodridge Lake boasts to be one of the cleanest lakes in Connecticut. Residents who live in this community have access to the lake, to a new 12,500 square foot clubhouse, 8 tennis courts, a large swimming pool, 4 sand swimming beaches and 130 boat docks. There are year round activities in the club house for those who make Woodridge Lake their full time residence.

Tyler Lake, Goshen, CT. I have heard Tyler Lake referred to as Goshen's best kept secret. Perhaps they would not be happy with me spilling the beans about Tyler Lake. This beautiful lake is dotted with cottages and cabins that ring of a simpler time, as well as larger, more modern homes. Spanning 187 acres, Tyler Lake offers residents a great way to enjoy lake life on a smaller scale than some of the other lakes in the area. There is a state boat launch on the western side of Tyler Lake. Many of the homes that dot the lake have their own docks. The maximum depth of Tyler Lake is 23 feet, the median depth is 13 feet. About 70% of the lake front is populated.

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If you are ready to move to one of the Lake Communities in Litchfield County, give us a call at 203.460.1775. You can be in your new home just in time to enjoy all the summer activities!

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Let the Buffett Girls go in FIRST! Can a sentence really turn the tide?

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:18:15 -0700

Warren Buffett says a simple sentence and the market moves ahead? “If I had a way of buying a couple hundred thousand single-family homes I would load up on them.” (When he speaks, I guess everyone listens!)

I am seeing such activity, like I have not seen in years! Busy is one thing, busy with closings is quite another. Yet we seem to be moving in that direction here in New Milford, CT. Our listings are going under deposit, our buyers are making offers that are being accepted. It is as if a magic wand was waved over the real estate market here in New Milford, CT with that simple sentence.

For me personally, the words spoken by Mr. Buffett took on new meaning. My company, Prudential Connecticut Realty, was purchased by HomeServices of America this week. HomeServices of America is a subsidiary of Mr. Buffett's company, Berkshire Hathaway.

The day after the announcement came out, a top producer of another company came up to me to talk about the news. He felt this was a good sign, that Mr. Buffett would not be buying real estate companies if real estate was not going to improve. I felt the same way when I heard the announcement, a bit of a feeling of relief. And at one of the homes we toured on caravan that day, an agent held open the door for us and said "let the Buffett girls go in first!" The news about Buffett's company buying Prudential Connecticut Realty made many of our fellow agents feel as if things are really going to change for the better.

We are still Prudential Connecticut Realty, and will continue to be so. We have the same management team, we now have the power of HomeServices of America behind us. I look towards an even better and brighter future. HomeServices of America bought the 4 top tier Prudential Real Estate Franchises in the US, and we were one of them.

The future does indeed seem to be a bit brighter for real estate!

But what I really want to know is... can I say I work for Mr. Buffet? Or is that just too much of a stretch? Truth be told, it would be an honor to say so!

And I really can't help myself when I say... ROCK ON MR. BUFFETT!

(Bad pun, I know. But as I said, I couldn't help myself)

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Just sold, 14 Cornell Rd, New Milford, CT

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:59:27 -0700

I just closed on this 3 bedroom raised ranch on 14 Cornell Rd in New Milford, CT. House was listed for 225,000, went under deposit in 3.5 weeks, and closed today for $215,000.

The real estate market is moving here in New Milford, CT. I have not seen it so busy is quite a while. Let's hope this movement will continue!

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Will the spring market bring buyers to my house in New Milford CT?

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:37:51 -0700

We are seeing more buyers out looking at homes for sale in New Milford, CT, all over Litchfield County actually. Yes. I am "cautiously optimistic" about the spring market here in Litchfield County, the overall news about the economy is sending mixed messages so anything goes I suppose. But yes, more buyers are out there looking, more homes are going under deposit than I have seen in a long time.

But (there is always a but, isn't there)

There are many homes on the market for sale, in New Milford, CT, in Litchfield County. When I did the latest real estate market report for New Milford, only 13 homes had sold in March of 2012. The absorption rate was high, it would take 17 months to sell the current inventory, if nothing else came on the market, based on the last 6 months of sales.

So, how to answer the question, will the spring market bring buyers to my New Milford, CT house? Bring THE buyer to my house? Are you willing to price your home to sell? Will your home below the best competition? Will you make your home easily accessible for showings? Will you clean it up, spruce it up, fix it up? Because if you aren't willing to do these things, chances are your home won't sell in New Milford, CT, in any real estate market to be honest.

If you are interested in selling your Litchfield County CT home, make sure you are are really interested in selling your home, not helping the guy down the street sell his well priced home!

Once you decide you can do the right thing to get your home sold, let us help you take it all the way. check out our intensive marketing program for our listings in Litchfield County CT.

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4 Bedroom Torrington CT colonial for sale in Arbor Ridge

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:26:04 -0700

Check out this wonderful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial for sale in the sought after Arbor Ridge Development in Torrington CT. 684 Heron Drive in Torrington, CT for sale. This is a short sale and will require lender approval.

Arbor Ridge Home for Sale

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$191,900 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 2,458 sqft
Lot: 0.54 acre(s)
Location

684 Heron Dr
Torrington, CT 06057
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12 Concord Way, New Milford CT. Contemporary Colonial on cul de sac for sale.

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 08:43:07 -0700

Take a look at this 3 bedroom colonial for sale in New Milford, CT. Wonderful open floor plan, large master suite, lower level is partially finished, put a bit more work into it and you will have some really great space to expand into. Close to town and shopping, convenient commuting location to Rt 7 and New York State.

Open Contemporary Colonial in New Milford CT

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$280,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 2,051 sqft
Lot: 1.38 acre(s)
Location

12 Concord Way
New Milford, CT 06776
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I'm sorry, I just can't help you sell your house in New Milford CT

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:30:25 -0700

The house had been listed before, for a long, long time. It had chased down the market, but like a dog chasing their tail and never quite catching it, the price had never been close to the current market.

Andrea, can you help us sell our house, please?

So my business partner and I pulled the comps together. I knew, we knew, that we wouldn't be listing the house, we knew the last list price was still way to high. We knew it as the owners were telling us about the special cabinets, how much it cost them to build.

I could hear the words before they said them...

We are not going to GIVE it away, no thank you!

Nope, not only are you not going to give it away, you are not going to sell it either!

We don't take listings just to take them. We take listings to sell them. A house that is $75,000 over priced is not one we want at all. We don't want to list it, they don't want to sell it. We came to a mutual decision fairly quickly.

In a fragile real estate market such as one we are in here in Litchfield County, overpricing your home will mean no sale for you. And make no mistake, the real estate market is in a very fragile position.

And we are not in the position to help you not sell your home!

However, if you do want to sell your home, check out our sellers website geared especially towards selling your home in Litchfield County. Then give us a call at 203.460.1775.

If you are ready to sell your Litchfield County home that is!

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Fair Market Value. What is it and how do you determine the bottom line?

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:52:19 -0700

This is so true, what is a house worth? It has nothing to do with the appraised value the town has given it, or an appraised value that an appraiser has given it....

Want to know what your house is really worth in Litchfield County, CT, what the fair market value of your house is? Look no more, the answer is below!

Via Richard Weisser Coweta Fayette Real Estate:

“Fair Market Value” has a simple definition. It is the price that a buyer is willing to pay and a seller is willing to accept without duress.

“Appraised Value,” “Loan value,” “Tax Value,” and especially “Internet Value” have nothing to do with fair market value, other than the effect that they might have on what a buyer is willing to pay.

Keeping in mind that the fact what the buyer is willing to pay is only one half of the fair market value, the other being what the seller is willing to accept, one must not be oblivious to the fact that there may be other ready, willing, and able buyers for the property,

When a seller calls for “highest and best” in a multiple offer situation, you are likely to uncover the true fair market value of the property.

The same applies to a property that languishes on the market for a long period of time that only garners a single low offer. If there is NO market, there is little value.

It’s not about counting bricks or measuring square feet.

Fair market value depends on a meeting of the minds, and the ability to perform.

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New Milford CT Real Estate Activity March 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 03:48:59 -0700

New Milford, CT market report. We are seeing the amount of active listings creeping up yet again, without the sales to support it. We also saw a very poor list to sales price last month, homes sold for 88% of list price. This means there are still homes that are overpriced on the market. With an absorption rate of 17 months (how long it will take the current inventory to sell) it is certainly a buyers market and homes must be priced well to attract those buyers!

As of April 2, 2012 in New Milford, CT there are 227 active single family homes for sale. The active inventory is creeping up again, there are 16 more active homes than there were last month at this time. 16 are listed as short sales, (there could be more however) and 4 are foreclosures. We just don't have the sales to support the inventory creeping up.

13 single family homes sold in New Milford, CT in March 2012. This is up for from last month. Of these homes that sold, the average list price was $343,254. The average sale price was $302,223. The average market time was 82 days. 3 of these homes were foreclosures and there are no short sales listed as being sold in March of 2012.

The median sales price for a single family home in New Milford, CT for March 2012 was $184,450.

The average list price of single family homes for sale in New Milford, CT is $343,254.

The average market time for these active listings in New Milford, CT is 137 days.

The median price of a home for sale in New Milford, CT is $339,900.

The highest price home for sale in New Milford, CT is $5,900,000, a beautiful estate belonging to a world famous comedienne, and located on the New Milford, New Preston, CT border. This home, as of today, has been on the market for 1068 days as of today.

The lowest priced home for sale in New Milford, CT is $99,900. For whatever reason, does not qualify for financing. It is a small home, 640 square feet.

Of the 211 single family homes for sale in New Milford, CT, 20 homes are under deposit. The average list price of these homes is $317,260. The average market time is 76 days. The market time is down significantly for the homes under deposit, which means buyers are choosing the homes that are well priced.

Currently there are 26 homes that are in the pending sale status in New Milford, CT. The average list price of these homes in the pending sale status is $300,262. The average market time for these homes is 150 days. 3 of these are foreclosures and 4are short sales.

What does all of this mean? I was hoping for better stats given that we are seeing more buyer activity, but it will probably show up next month if we can keep up the momentum I am seeing. FRAGILE is the only word that comes to mind for the condition of the New Milford CT real estate market. We are seeing the active listings creeping up again, and we don't have the number of sales to support this increase.

IT IS CLEARLY A BUYERS MARKET IN NEW MILFORD, CT. The key to selling a home in this market is to price it far better than the other competing homes in the same category. You must grab the buyers attention right from the start, not chase the market down or languish on the market because you outpriced yourself right out of the game.

If you don't believe me about pricing and buyers mentality, check out some interesting stats on The Great Real Estate Divide.

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The above statistics are provided courtesy of Greater Fairfield County Multiple Listing Service (CMLS). Information provided is deemed reliable, but not necessarily accurate. There may be discrepancies, as mistakes in inputing can be made, and the fact that Connecticut has more than one multiple listing service. There may be instances where a home was/is for sale in New Milford and is on the other multiple listing service. Most of the homes for sale are listed on CMLS, therefore that is where I base my statistical information. I do believe it gives a good sense of what is happening in New Milford.

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21 Anita Way, Warren CT. 4 Bedroom Colonial For Sale.

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 20:37:53 -0700

You really don't want that cookie cutter home do you?

Not only is this not your typical cookie cutter home, but it is priced to sell! The current owner is crazy for cowboy, maybe you are too. Or maybe you are ecstatic over eclectic. Whatever your passion is this home can fit the bill. It is different, it has an AMAZING curved stone fireplace that will knock your socks off! Just take a look at it.

An open floor plan, a first floor master that is just made for relaxing and pampering yourself, all with a very comfortable feel to it. Great space inside and out. With a bit of fixing and finishing, you can make this very special home your own.

Take a look at 21 Anita Way in Warren, CT. It is a horse house of a different color indeed! Git yer cowboy on, come on and take a peek at 21 Anita Way in Warren, CT.

21 Anita Way, Warren CT for Sale

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$319,900 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms
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Interior: 2,787 sqft
Lot: 282.00 acre(s)
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21 Anita Way
Warren, CT 06754
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Washington CT Home for Sale, One Level Home with a Built in Pool

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:53:50 -0700

Check out this unique, open floor plan ranch. Very different! Set in beautiful Litchfield County, this Washington Depot home is close to town yet private and peaceful. Take a look and see what makes this home so different from the rest!

Washington CT Unique One Level Living

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$600,000 Single Family Home Main Features 5 Bedrooms
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Lot: 2.84 acre(s)
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31 Winston Dr
Washington Depot, CT 06794
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Roxbury CT, Litchfield County Real Estate Market Activity 2010

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 07:39:37 -0800

Roxbury CT, Litchfield County Real Estate Market Activity 2010

Currently there are 63 single family homes for sale in Roxbury, CT.
Average list price is $1,461,067, the average days on market, 251 days.

2010 real estate sales in Roxbury, CT

Homes Sold: 27. Market Time: 247 days

Average list price: $1,577,793. Average sale price: $1,339,352

2009 real estate sales in Roxbury, CT

Homes Sold: 18. Market Time: 174 days

Average list price: $982,194. Average sale price: $873,044

Roxbury, CT is located in the Shepaug River Valley in lower Litchfield County. Roxbury is a wonderfully picturesque town covering 27 miles of the most beautiful Connecticut countryside. Roxbury, CT is home to approximately 2,340 residents. An easy 90 minute commute to New York City makes Roxbury, CT a good choice for a beautiful country estate home.

The Roxbury Land Trust works hard to preserve the character of the land for future generations. Currently 17% of land in Roxbury is conserved as open space. This makes for some scenic hiking trails, the mines, fishing along the Shepaug, great outdoor activities!

A fact of interest about Roxbury: Did you know that Roxbury granite, which was found in the Mine Hill quarries, was used to build both the Brooklyn Bridge and Grand Central Station? It was shipped to New York City down the Shepaug River!

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