Expert Advice from Amy & Kyle Bergquist at Keller Williams Legacy Partners
People always ask me “How’s the market doing? Is it really as terrible as the media makes it out to be?” My response is typically “it depends…” Different price points are reacting differently in this market. Different towns are reacting differently in this market. Today, let’s take a look at it from the price point view, from one town. As you know, I like to look at West Hartford because it is a very active
Own a piece of Hartford history with this thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained home on Prospect Avenue, just steps from Elizabeth Park. Designed by noted architects Hapgood & Hapgood, original features abound with numerous stained glass windows, marble sinks, canvas ceilings, 3 fireplaces, and quartersawn oak woodwork throughout. The oversized living and dining rooms are perfect for entertaining. A tastefully renovated kitchen with original butler and dry goods pantries meet all of your culinary needs.
This week marks a happy milestone for Kyle and me, our 5 year anniversary of homeownership. If you asked me 6 years ago, “will you own a home and work in Hartford, CT?” I would have given you a resounding “No!” After graduate school, I thought we most likely would move back to the Boston area. Homeownership would have been at least a few years out at that point, given that housing prices in Boston
People generally understand that real estate is local. The markets are driven by regional economies, which ultimately depend on the number and type of jobs in the area. Therefore local data is more relevant than national data in most real estate decisions. Local data is gathered, analyzed and published by diverse groups and individuals that range from specialty firms to local bloggers. Because every home is unique and towns have wide ranges of home types,
So how well do you know your community? Do you know where you can find this flying fish in West Hartford? I took its picture earlier in the week, before the summer weather arrived, so we don’t have the brilliant blue sky background. And now it’s too nice to go take a replacement shot – enjoy the weekend!