Based on the number of contracts written in April, we’re having a late spring this year. April finished with slightly more deals than March 2011, and 34% fewer deals in the year-over-year comparison. Where are all the buyers? After quickly falling off the 2010 trend line, we’ve also now fallen below 2009’s activity level. Maybe it’s no longer cool to buy houses. Too bad though, there are lots of interesting homeownership opportunities. That being said,
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This nicely sized ranch has good potential and is conveniently located near the West Farms Mall shopping area and I-84 for quick highway access. It offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths over 1,547 square feet. The foyer has built-ins and a closet and leads to the formal living room with wood burning fireplace. The kitchen and dining room are smaller spaces and could be combined to make a more open eating/dining area. The master bedroom
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This Saturday, April 30th, marks the beginning of the Coltsville Vintage Baseball League season. Saturday’s doubleheader begins at 10:30 at the Hendricksen Avenue side of Colt Park in Hartford. There is no cost for parking or admission – just stop by with your lawn chair to enjoy some olde time baseball and beautiful weather. The MDC also kicks off their season this Saturday. Yes, I’m talking about the ever popular Household Hazardous Waste Collection season!
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This West End gem has original architectural details and great entertaining and living spaces. It offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths over 3,019 square feet. Just steps from the UConn Law School, St. Francis and Elizabeth Park, the open front porch welcomes you to the home. Inside the entry foyer leads to the formal living room which features built-ins and a fireplace. The formal dining room connects to the kitchen which is a clean and
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You’re getting ready to put your house on the market and your place is filled with too much stuff. Or at least that’s what your real estate agent says. What’s one to do? Rent a portable storage unit. Please. Just do it. It will make your home look larger if you have less stuff crammed in there and it will also help make your (inevitable) move easier in the upcoming months. We have several clients
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