The Hartford County single-family market finished 2016 at almost exactly the same activity level as the previous year. The chart above shows the fourth quarter for 2015 and 2016 nearly overlapping. The vast majority of the 9% increase in 2016’s contracts, compared to 2015’s total, occurred in the first half of the year. There was modest outperformance in August, but the second half of the year was unusually similar. We traditionally only look at pricing
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November 2016 finished with 656 single-family home contracts in Hartford County. It was a 5% increase over the November 2015 total, leaving 2016 about 9.5% ahead of the the 2015 pace through eleven months. As a County that voted for Ms. Clinton by a sizable margin (58% to 31%), the election of Mr. Trump could have been disruptive to the local real estate markets. We’ve been told in the past that real estate activity slows
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This nicely updated split level is located at the end of a quiet cul de sac, in the Norfeldt/KP/Hall district. Inside, you’ll appreciate the fresh paint and refinished hardwood floors throughout. An open floor plan on the main level connects the living room and dining room. Adjacent to each is the fully updated kitchen with new cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash and flooring, as well as an eat-in space. Walk out to
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This classic West End colonial is nicely updated, freshly painted and move-in ready. You’ll find vintage details throughout with high ceilings, original moldings, and French doors, plus many updates for today’s living needs. The open front porch is a great space to relax or entertain. Inside, a slate tiled foyer opens to the formal living room with fireplace and formal dining room. The kitchen is renovated with new cabinetry, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and
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There were 752 single-family contracts that came together in Hartford County during October 2016. The total was virtually identical to the October 2015 deal count. Activity in the county is 10% ahead of 2015 on a year-to-date basis, though essentially all the gains were made in the first half of the year. When breaking down the year-to-date deal count by price band, the trends have evened out considerably. There were three price bands with gains
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