April Contracts: A Sideways Step

April single-family contracts came in at about the same level as Hartford County saw last month. Activity remains much higher than we observed in 2011, and the month-to-month count of negotiated contracts seems to be following the same pattern as last year. We’ve already commented on much of what we’re seeing in the market right now. Some towns are very active, and multiple offer situations are common. Inventory is on the low side, so buyers

239 Farmington Avenue, Hartford

This townhouse style condo is located on the top floor of a charming brick building in a small community. Located in Hartford’s Asylum Hill neighborhood, the unit is close to Downtown and has convenient highway access. This condo offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms over 1,282 square feet. The open floor plan makes the unit light and bright, and great for entertaining. The kitchen has a good amount of work space and plenty of

218 North Beacon Street, Hartford’s West End

You must see this impeccably maintained, thoughtfully updated Colonial in Hartford’s historic West End. This home offers 6 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half bathrooms over 4,123 square feet. Natural woodwork and a grand staircase, along with details like pocket doors and canvas and beamed ceilings welcome you home. The living room features a large fireplace, anchoring the perfectly proportioned space. A spacious dining room opens immediately off the living room, and a first floor

Budget Trends in the City of Hartford

Hartford is in the middle of a budget debate in which City leaders work to close a meaningful gap between revenue and expenses. There are many moving parts to the discussion, and difficult decisions will be made. There is also one real estate related consideration that we want to highlight. Last June the state legislature passed a law that defines how the City of Hartford’s split property tax system will work for the coming five

March Contracts: Rolling into Spring

Single-family homes in Hartford County continued to be snapped up in March. The month continued the very strong pace from January and February, with a 30% increase in the number of homes that went under contract compared to March 2011. The month was only slightly behind the tax credit fueled binge that we experienced in March of 2010. Each town is a little bit different, but the hot towns are super hot. Just look at