A small crowd gathered near the trash and recycle bins of a pale yellow home on the corner of Whitney and Fern. Saturday at high noon is traditionally the time of reckoning for properties subject to foreclosure auctions, and the appointed hour grew near. The group that was forming was an eclectic bunch. Investors walked with purpose as they evaluated the outside of the property, measuring the opportunity. They paced back and forth on the
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Some graffiti is interesting, thought provoking, and requires talent – it’s a form of art. We don’t find artwork on the silver MDC box in our front yard. No, the tags we regularly see are just vandalism. For a while there was an individual called “Shot One” who marked up our box, and other boxes in the area. Not sure what happened to him, but now there is a new tag that I have yet
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Dakota Partners is in the process of rehabilitating the historic Judd & Root building at the corner of Allyn and High streets in Downtown Hartford into 63 one bedroom apartments over ground floor commercial space. The developer’s project page notes that tenants are expected to begin to move into the units in the summer of 2014. The above photo was taken on Wednesday, July 30th, 2014 and shows that work is well underway. Windows on
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This LaCava-built raised ranch is move-in ready and has been meticulously maintained. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths over 1,939 square feet. The main level has an open floor plan for the living and dining rooms. The remodeled kitchen has granite counters, an eat-in space and access to the deck which overlooks the backyard. Down the hall, there is a remodeled full bathroom and three bedrooms. The master bedroom has its own bathroom.
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Mature landscaping frames this classic West End colonial located near Elizabeth Park. The home has 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths over 2,779 square feet. The enclosed front porch welcomes your guests and provides a nice space for relaxing.A beautiful entryway with original leaded glass leads to an open foyer and the formal living room with fireplace. The living room opens to a family room and dining room, each with pocket doors and canvas ceilings. The
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