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New Price for Fabulous New Canaan Home
Feb 21, 2012
This property features a “park-like’’ setting on almost 2 level acres, in a much sought-after neighborhood. The updated home features a beautiful kitchen, sun-filled main rooms, a screened porch overlooking lovely patios, and four large bedrooms. To read more about this house, just reduced to $1,125,000, please click here.
February Market Report: New Canaan Overview
Feb 3, 2012
Highlights of the February Market Report include: A look back at the last three months of Sales in New Canaan; A quick look at esteemed economist Dr. Lawrence Yun's view of the current state of the U.S. real estate market; Mortgage advice from Fenwick Mortgage; Advice for both Sellers and Buyers on how to get ready for the spring market. Click here for the report.
New Listing: Magnificent Waterfront Home in Darien
Jan 31, 2012
This immaculately maintained English country home is on the
water in the Tokeneke section of Darien.
The house has magnificent water views from all sides, and there is a dock for easy
access to the Long Island Sound. The over-sized public rooms speak to a time of
refinement and gracious living. Over two acres of Land Trust enhance the
privacy and protect from future development. Swim, sail and enjoy the glorious
sunsets over Scotts Cove! For more info, click here.
New Listing: Handsome Colonial On Quiet Cul-De-Sac
Jan 26, 2012
This recently built, five bedroom stone and clapboard Colonial features over 7,000 sq. ft. and is set on 2 level acres. The custom craftsmanship includes Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, rich moldings and a two-story foyer. Among the plethora of highlights of this wonderful property are: a kitchen with granite, custom cabinetry and top of the line appliances; a family room with a stone fireplace that has French doors to a private terrace; a richly paneled library with fireplaces; and 5 generous sized bedrooms. To read more about this warm home, rich with amenities, please click here.
Wilton Market Report 2011 Year-End Review
Jan 12, 2012
The Wilton real estate market saw 177 house closings in 2011, up 7.9 percent vs. 2010 and the highest year-end total since 2007. As in a number of surrounding Fairfield County towns, the energy in the market in Wilton is clearly moving in a positive direction. For further analysis, click here for the Wilton year-end report.
Darien Market Report 2011 Year-End Review
Jan 12, 2012
Total sales of Darien houses fell 8.5 percent in 2011 vs. 2010. The median sales price increased 5.7 percent in 2011, and inventory remains relatively low. Like many similar towns in lower Fairfield County, the Darien market still appears to be moving in a positive direction, particularly relative to 2008 and 2009. For further analysis, click here for the 2011 Darien Year-End report.
New Canaan Market Report 2011 Year-End Review
Jan 7, 2012
There were a lot of great signs for the New Canaan real estate market in 2011. Total house sales increased for the third straight year. The median sale price for houses rose 9.4 percent. The New Canaan condo market had the most sales in one year since 2005, rising 39.5 percent vs. 2010. Get an in-depth look at New Canaan sales, current inventory analysis, comparisons of surrounding towns and much more in our year-end report by clicking here.
New Price for Charming Country Retreat
Jan 3, 2012
This charming New Canaan home is located in one of the town’s most sought after neighborhoods. Its features include a sun-filled gourmet kitchen, a master suite with new marble bath and steam shower, a gracious dining room for special gatherings and fireplaces in both the cozy family room and formal living room. Read more about this secluded treasure by clicking here.
New Canaan Library To Expand, Keep Current Location
Dec 23, 2011
The New Canaan Library Board of Trustees recently passed two exciting resolutions. The first was to begin planning for an expansion of the library, quite an attractive proposition considering the library’s current role as one of the key intellectual centers of the town. The second decision by the board was to stay at its existing main street location, a spot the library has been for the last 99 years. The heart-of-the-town location has offered great convenience to residents looking to attend one of the library’s many events, including the robust Authors on Stage series, one of the best in the area. To read more about the library’s future plans, click here.
Businessweek.com 'Richest zip codes 2011'
Dec 21, 2011
Businessweek.com looked at all zip codes in the U.S. with more than 100 households and ranked them by average income and net worth. The list, called "America's Richest Zip Codes 2011" revealed that 24 percent of the wealthiest postal codes in America are located within a half hour of the New Canaan-Darien area.
Nationally a concentration of wealth was generally seen in the New York City, Washington, D.C., and Silicon Valley areas. But not only was New Canaan listed at No. 19 (highest in CT) and Darien No.36. Ten other zip codes were within a half-hour of the New Canaan-Darien area. They included: Purchase, NY (No. 8), Bedford, NY (No. 22), Weston, CT (No.26), Riverside, CT (No. 27), Scarsdale, NY (No. 35), Chappaqua, NY (No. 37), Armonk, NY (No. 39), Pound Ridge, NY (No. 43), Rye, NY (No.44), and Larchmont, NY (No. 49).
The full slide show of the 50 richest zip codes, and the article of the rankings, can be seen by clicking here.