That's Paradise Road in Newport, NH! The Hills at Sugar River is a 51 unit townhouse community plan that was conditionally approved by the Town in December 2005. The land consists of 23 acres and includes an existing single family home. Some approvals may need to be updated and others obtained. All available documents will be turned over to the buyer of the property. Offered at $425,000. Come make your investment.
Jane Snow, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116
What homeowner would tire of hearing, "You have such a sweet spot here?" Only a half mile from the main road, this property is tucked into the end of a valley and straddles both sides of the road encompassing 40 acres that are bisected by a babbling brook and crisscrossed by trails. The house has so much character and has great space for entertaining. 5 bedrooms, barn, gardens, sugar maples and so much more. Visit www.135ValleyRoad.com to read more about this rare piece of property. Offered at $484,000. Agent interest. Call 603-526-4116 to arrange a showing.
Stacey Viandier, Listing Agent
Did you know that a buyer has already formed an impression of your property within the first 15 seconds? Here are some simple and inexpensive ways to help make sure that first impression is a good one:
- Clean all your windows so they sparkle.
- Put a fresh coat of paint on the entry doors.
- Dress up porches, doorways with big potted plants.
- Keep up with the lawn mowing and yard maintenance.
- Remove all clutter from the interior. Too much furniture? Put some in storage.
- Buy new towels and hang in the bathrooms for showings.
- Put a beautiful centerpiece on your dining room table.
- Make sure your house smells clean.
Basically just use common sense. It’s important to present a simple, clean and attractive home that potential buyers can picture themselves living in. For more tips, visit my website, www.DonnaForest.com.
Donna Forest, Broker Associate
Build your home on this 2.66 acre lot with wonderful wide views which include Mt. Sunapee. Just outside of the town of New London in an established neighborhood of high-end homes. Driveway is cut in. Sunny, southwestern views and a great location! Offered at $185,000. Call Marilyn Kidder, Listing Broker, at 603-526-4116, or email marilyn@cbmilestone.com for more information.
This 3 bedroom New Englander in Enfield, NH offers just that and more! Very pretty corner lot with surprising privacy. Sit out on the welcoming patio and deck area with fire pit for nightly chats. Many upgrades gives the feeling of new construction. Stay warm and cozy with wood heat or oil, or combine the two. Offered at $239,900. Visit www.NHNewEnglander.com for more photos and details. Sharon LaVigne, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116.
This one ranks among the best in New Hampshire - a crown jewel sited in one of the state's best-preserved historic neighborhoods. A stately, restored 1781 Federal with magnificent, 3.5 story barn offers serenity and privacy amidst 224+/- acres including a 13 acre parcel on Highland Lake with 680 ft. of water frontage. As you stroll along the land and groomed trails, you'll be awestruck by the beautiful stonewalls, patios and gardens. The interior is just as beautiful with rich, wide pine wood paneling, Indian shutters, gourmet kitchen and numerous fireplaces. For more photos and details, visit www.HistoricHomesteadNH.com.
Stacey Viandier, Listing Agent
603-526-4116
A robust first quarter of New Hampshire home sales was followed up by the most April transactions since 2006, according to data released the end of May by the New Hampshire Association of Realtors. The report showed a 21 percent increase in sales for April 2012 (979) compared to April 2011 (811) and an 18 percent increase in year to date sales compared to the first four months of last year, signaling that the New Hampshire housing market may be in the midst of a trend toward recovery. “We’ve seen occasional flickers over the past four or five years, but this appears to be the first real flame,” said NHAR President John Rice, a 40‐year veteran of the real estate industry and an agent with Tate & Foss Sotheby’s International Realty in Rye. “For those of us who have been looking for sustained improvement, this truly feels like a time for optimism.” Median price has yet to follow suit, down 5 percent in April 2012 ($190,000) compared to April 2011 ($199,000), but Rice reiterated that as supply and demand dictates, he expects consistent unit sales increases to ultimately predict a turnaround in price as well. “I don’t want to guess in terms of a timetable,” he said, “but if we’re not at the bottom now, I believe that we’re very close.” In terms of local markets, each of the state’s 10 counties have experienced double‐digit sales increases for the first four months combined, compared to the same period last year. April‐only sales declined in just Coos and Sullivan counties, while jumping dramatically in most others, including Grafton (44 percent), Belknap (37 percent), Rockingham (29 percent), Hillsborough (28 percent) and Merrimack (23 percent). Median price for April‐only decreased in seven of 10 counties, with the exceptions being increases in Sullivan (17 percent), Strafford (5 percent) and Carroll (3 percent). April 2012 data residentialApril 2012 data condo Source: Press Release, David Cummings, New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® Director of Communications, Concord, NH
Here's your opportunity in Sunapee, NH. A two-story, low maintenance commercial building that was built in 2007. The lower level consists of office space with a porch overlooking the Sugar River and a garage/shop. The second floor is an upscale, 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment with a deck overlooking the river. Offered at $320,000.
Jane Snow, Listing Agent
603-526-4116
Chasing the market is when a property starts out overpriced and then the listing price is reduced, sometimes more than once, in order to attract buyers. While it was suspected that sellers of overpriced properties ultimately end up with less money, it has been scientifically proven by John R. Knight*, a Professor of Finance & Real Estate at the University of the Pacific in CA. The findings from this research indicate that, on average, properties which end up dropping their listing price take longer to sell and suffer a price discount greater than similar properties. Furthermore, bigger price changes are found to have even longer marketing times and greater price discounts.
Bottom line, the proper listing price will save sellers time and money. Testing the market, ignoring market stats and listing high, going with the agent who gives you the highest listing price, attaching emotional value vs. being realistic, etc. will ultimately cost you as a seller. If you’re looking for a REALTOR® who can help you price properly, then give me a call!
Donna Forest, 603-526-4116
*Knight, John, R. (2002). Listing Price, Time on Market, and Ultimate Selling Price: Causes and Effects of Listing Price Changes. Real Estate Economics. 30:2, 213-237.
This new listing in New London, NH fits the bill! Private, yet minutes to town, this home offers 7 bedroom and 4.5 baths. Great floor plan with 4 levels of living space means plenty of room for family and friends. Beautiful gardens and flowering shrubs. Terrific, level side yard perfect for soccer and croquet. For additional photos and information, visit www.159BirchAcres.com. Offered at $640,000. Abutting 2 acre lot behind the house is also for sale - house and additional lot offered at $750,000.