Archive for February, 2008
Home Sales Roundup - Ridgefield, Redding and Wilton CT - February 2008
February 29th, 2008 categories: Market Data & Statistics, Recent Transactions, Redding, Ridgefield, Talking Real Estate, Wilton
Closings in February reflect home sales that were negotiated in the prior 30-60 days or so. Each of these transactions closed during the month. The list includes all of the single family home sales for Ridgefield, Redding and Wilton, Connecticut for the month of February 2008. Contact us with your questions regarding today’s shifting real estate market.
Closed Home Sales in Ridgefield, Redding and Wilton - February 2008
| Street Number | Street Name | Town | Bedrooms | List Price | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | DRUMMER LN | REDDING | 2 | $370,000 | $350,000 |
| 181 | REDDING RD | REDDING | 3 | $569,000 | $535,000 |
| 31 | HIGH RIDGE RD | REDDING | 4 | $599,999 | $542,500 |
| 13 | OLD TOWN RD | RIDGEFIELD | 2 | $434,900 | $410,000 |
| 96 | STONY HILL RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $498,000 | $460,000 |
| 210 | MAMANASCO RD | RIDGEFIELD | 2 | $525,000 | $550,000 |
| 46 | CATOONAH ST | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $725,000 | $675,000 |
| 11 | RISING RIDGE RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $749,900 | $720,000 |
| 12 | OLD PIERCE RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $789,000 | $730,000 |
| 42 | CATOONAH ST | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $799,000 | $791,000 |
| 90 | ELEVEN LEVELS RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $849,000 | $820,000 |
| 59 | STANDISH DR | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $859,000 | $816,000 |
| 40 | REVERE PL | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $899,500 | $870,000 |
| 15 | WOODSTONE RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,075,000 | $897,000 |
| 29 | HICKORY LN | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,349,900 | $1,339,500 |
| 7 | STONEWALL LN | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $1,529,000 | $1,350,000 |
| 3 | GOLF CT | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $2,195,000 | $2,025,000 |
| 162 | OLD WEST MOUNTAIN RD | RIDGEFIELD | 7 | $7,200,000 | $5,500,000 |
| 32 | WEST CHURCH ST | WILTON | 3 | $419,900 | $365,000 |
| 331 | MOUNTAIN RD | WILTON | 3 | $489,000 | $462,000 |
| 291 | MOUNTAIN RD | WILTON | 4 | $698,000 | $645,000 |
| 163 | SPOONWOOD RD | WILTON | 4 | $829,000 | $810,000 |
| 281 | CHEESESPRING RD | WILTON | 4 | $830,000 | $815,000 |
| 32 | CEDAR RD | WILTON | 3 | $898,500 | $870,000 |
| 40 | SCARLET OAK DR | WILTON | 4 | $899,900 | $862,500 |
| 1 | WIND LN | WILTON | 4 | $1,399,000 | $1,250,000 |
| 453 | NEWTOWN TPKE | WILTON | 4 | $2,949,000 | $2,575,000 |
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11 Ways Young Athletes Win in Ridgefield
February 27th, 2008 categories: Keep Your Kids Busy, Recreation & Sports, Ridgefield, Talking Real Estate
Ridgefield, CT is serious about youth sports. Organized youth sports is key to keeping your children on the path to success. Development of our kids’ teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership skills brings benefits across many aspects of a young person’s life.
Additionally, fresh air and athletic activity are proven ingredients to children’s long term health and happiness. As a town, Ridgefield recognizes these needs and provides an abundance of opportunities for young boys and girls to participate. Our excellent playing fields, gyms and other sports facilities are in constant use.
The Ridgefield Press plays an integral role in youth sports. Not only does The Press provide a vehicle for sign-up and registrations, but each week they publish articles, stats and results for all of the youth leagues. Every Thursday, the kids can read about their teams and how they’ve done. More importantly, they learn to read the local paper and become more aware of current events and the town and world around them.
Organized Youth Sports in Ridgefield, CT
Check out these websites for registration, schedules and general information:
Soccer Club of Ridgefield
Ridgefield Little League
Ridgefield Babe Ruth Baseball
Ridgefield Girls Softball
Ridgefield Basketball Association
Ridgefield Lacrosse
Ridgefield Youth Football
Ridgefield Youth Hockey
Ridgefield Youth Wrestling
Ridgefield Youth Cheerleading
Laurel Ridge Skating Club
We’re all thankful to the army of volunteers that make all this possible. These folks (not all are parents) dedicate untold hours to scheduling, coaching, fund raising and more to keep these organizations going.
Please contact us with any specific questions or leave a comment.
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Grab your Pick Ax Now! Why You Need to Mine Nuggets From Ridgefield’s Mountain of MLS Data
February 24th, 2008 categories: Buying Your House, Market Data & Statistics, Ridgefield, Selling Your House, Talking Real Estate
Data, data everywhere! Like any active market, there are thousands and thousands of data points generated each year about every square foot of every house sold in Ridgefield. The MLS (multiple listing service) is very efficient at storing all this data and spitting out listings (see our MLS search page to find the home of your dreams).
But to really understand what’s happening, we’ve got to mine this mountain of data for the nuggets that unlock the true essence of value in Ridgefield Real Estate.
Most markets are complicated. Ridgefield real estate is no different. But when properly armed with the best information, you will master the market, protect the value of your real estate assets and benefit from market insights that others just don’t have.
Ridgefield Real Estate Market Analysis: House Value by Style
One statement often heard is “colonials are worth more than raised ranches”. While most people in Ridgefield wouldn’t argue with that statement, I bet not many could tell you just how much more colonials are worth than the raised ranches.
| Style | Average Price per Square Foot | Volume Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial | $281.40 | 1 |
| Ranch | $282.55 | 2 |
| Cape | $289.50 | 3 |
| Raised Ranch | $265.98 | 4 |
| Contemporary | $269.58 | 5 |
| Split Level | $269.32 | 6 |
| Antique | $329.29 | 7 |
These nuggets were mined from all Ridgefield homes up to $1,500,000 sold in the last 12 months.
Why is this important? Because the better you understand the local real estate market, the better you can take advantage of current market conditions. What if you were comparing 2 Ridgebury homes of similar size, amenities and condition but one was a colonial and the other a raised ranch. This detailed information helps you determine which would be a better long term investment and by exactly how much.
We continue to provide our clients with the most insightful and timely economic information about the Ridgefield real estate market. We’ve got access to mountains of current and historical data just waiting to be mined. Don’t be shy in telling us what specific information you’d like to see presented on Real Estate Chocolate or if we can provide a confidential analysis.
Must Read:
Ridgefield, CT Home Sales Report: February 2008
Home Sales Roundup: Ridgefield, Redding and Wilton CT - February 2008
Why 2007 Was A Great Year for Ridgefield, CT Real Estate
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Getting To Know The Ridgebury Community of Ridgefield
February 21st, 2008 categories: Buying Your House, Eat, Drink and Be Amused, Recreation & Sports, Ridgefield, Talking Real Estate
When you are looking to buy Real Estate in Ridgefield, “Ridgebury” is a section of town you should not miss!
Located in the northwest corner of the Town of Ridgefield, Ridgebury is one of the most beautiful sections of town. Homes here are spread out amongst rolling hills, working horse farms, and historic churches.
This section of town borders Danbury and North Salem in Westchester County, NY. There is a rural feeling to Ridgebury as you drive up Ridgebury Road between the High School, and I-84 in Danbury. You should drive around and take in some of the scenic, winding country roads like Chestnut Hill Road, Mopus Bridge Road and Spring Valley Road.
Ridgebury is served by the Ridgebury Elementary School, Scotts Ridge Middle School and Ridgefield High School.
It is a little further from Downtown Ridgefield than most communities in town, but is closer to convenient Danbury shopping. Shops like Trader Joes, Stop and Shop, Starbucks, Staples & Ethan Allen Furniture are just minutes from Ridgebury.
The Danbury Fair Mall is within 5 minutes as well. You’ll enjoy dining at popular Danbury restaurants like Spasi, The Windmill Diner, and 121 Restaurant , in North Salem.
Ridgefield’s beautiful DHLY Public Golf Course is located in the Ridgebury section of Ridgefield.
There are two planned communities in Ridgebury including Pleasantview Estates and Stone Ridge Estates. Pleasantview provides facilities for swimming, tennis and field sports. Both are very sought-after places to live in North Ridgefield.
Those who live in Ridgebury and commute to NYC or White Plains will usually use the Purdy’s or Golden’s Bridge stations on the Harlem Line of Metro North commuter railroad.
Trains depart often and go directly to Grand Central Terminal in NYC. The train ride is just over an hour, and there is ample parking for $3 per day. Danbury Municipal Airport is just minutes away!
Wherever you decide to live in Ridgefield, Ridgebury is just one of the many special places from which to choose.
Happy hunting; let us know how we can help!
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3 Reasons Why Ridgefield is a Hiker’s Paradise
February 20th, 2008 categories: Buying Your House, Recreation & Sports, Ridgefield, Talking Real Estate
One of the biggest benefits to Ridgefield home buyers is our open space. Ridgefield is dedicated to maintaining these undeveloped forests, meadows, lakes and mountains for several reasons. In the Plan of Conservation and Development, our town leaders have declared a goal of permanently preserving 30% of Ridgefield’s land as open space.
Reasons for making open space such a priority include recreation, maintaining Ridgefield’s rural character, keeping ecological peace and long term economic value.
More and more, people moving to Ridgefield see the value in open space for passive recreation. They’re willing to pay more to live in a community that makes trail accessibility a priority. Today we’ll take a look at some of the incredible hiking opportunities offered in Ridgefield and see one of the reasons why so many people move here.
Hiking in Ridgefield
Currently, over 5300 acres of Ridgefield’s area is preserved as open space (23%). Folks travel from all over the region to enjoy our wonderful hiking trails. The Ridgefield Walk Book lists over 30 places to hike complete with directions, difficulty and features of each area. My favorites include:
Bennetts Pond - This state-owned parcel features 440 acres of lush forest with beautiful Bennetts Pond as the centerpiece. The trails are well marked and include everythign from flat to steep. The topo trailmap will help you steer clear of the steeps if that’s your preference. There’s also some great rock formations on the far side of the pond for any climbers out there. Bennetts Pond trails connect with the Lake Windwing, Pine Mountain and Hemlock Hills trail systems.
Pierrepont State Park - I love this park for it’s mountain top views from Barlow Mountain and I often spend hours here hiking with my yellow lab, Bentley. The trails start off flat along the lake and then, if you choose, you can climb up one of several routes. Barlow Mountain is particularly fun for the kids if you take a lunch or snacks and hang out at the summit for a while. It’s about 40 minutes to the top. Check out the Pierrepont trail map to plan your hike.
Pine Mountain - This is Ridgefield’s highest point, 1060 feet above sea level. The views are breathtaking from the top of Pine Mountain: you can see the Long Island Sound and all the surrounding ridges, mountains and hills to the north and west. There are over 360 acres of well marked trails. I’ve also come across a campsite or 2 while hiking across the higher elevations of Pine Mountain.
Can you believe what wilderness exists just an hour away from New York City! What else can I tell you about what awaits the outdoor enthusiast in Ridgefield?
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