Archive for July, 2008
The 5 Best Ways to Chill Indoors in Ridgefield This Summer
July 30th, 2008 categories: Cultural Resources, Eat, Drink and Be Amused, Keep Your Kids Busy, Recreation & Sports, Ridgefield
The sun doesn’t always shine around here. And sometimes it shines too bright so you need a respite from the heat and humidity. Here’s 5 great ways to beat the heat and entertain yourself and your family indoors this summer.
Enjoy the Great INDOORS in Ridgefield, CT
- WEIR FARM -Weir farm has served as home and inspiration to 3 generations of artists. The art center sustains the legacy of American Artist J. Alden Weir. This National Historic Site (operated by the National Park Service) offers guided tours, art history programs and an art gallery throughout the summer. NOTE: Indoor gallery is not air conditioned.
- DANBURY DUCK PIN LANES - Small pins big fun! Never been? You gotta try duck pin bowling. These are small pins and small bowling balls and it great family fun. Great for kids birthaday parties too. Learn more: Small Pins Offer Bowlers a Big Challenge - New York Times
- SUGARBEADS - This beading studio in Copps Hill Common provides the best selection of the finest beads found today. Everyone, novice to professional will be comfortable stringing this extraordinary collection beads (over 5000 types).
- THE RIDGEFIELD LIBRARY - The Ridgefield Ferguson Library is more than just books! The library folks provide programs and activities all summer long. Reading programs for kids and adults, a movie series and more. Check it all out at their website.
- THE RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE - The Ridgefield Playhouse sure doesn’t take the summer off. World class Live music, comedy and first-run movies right right here in town! Don’t miss The Second City Comedy Troop, Bruce Hornsby, Kenny Rankin or the new Kitt Kittredge movie.
- THE RIDGEFIELD RECREATION CENTER - Enjoy the pool, gym and workout facilities all summer long. The Ridgefield Rec Center offers organized activites including basketball, yoga, dog obedience, ballroom dance, swimming lessons and more.
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The 5 Best Ways to Chill in Ridgefield This Summer
July 18th, 2008 categories: Cultural Resources, Eat, Drink and Be Amused, Ridgefield, Talking Real Estate
Summertime in Ridgefield is a wonderful time to get out and enjoy what makes living here so much fun. The menu of things to do to is limitless. Here I’ve pulled together 5 great outdoor activities for the entire family to enjoy.
Enjoy the Great Outdoors in Ridgefield, CT
- CHIRP - Catch a CHIRP concert in Ballard Park. Every Tuesday night Ridgefielders enjoy some of the best live music from around the world. Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket and enjoy the show.
- GREAT POND at MARTIN PARK - Beat the heat at Ridgefield’s Martin Park. Enjoy the sandy town beach on Great Pond. Lifeguards are on duty everyday from Memorial Day through Labor day. Bring your lunch and eat in the picnic pavilion. Swim out to the floats, swim lessons available. Open 10:00 - 7:00 every day.
- BENNETTS POND STATE PARK - Hiking trails abound in Bennetts Pond State Park. Located partly on land where the Famous Fox Hill Inn once stood, Bennetts Pond offers the best hiking in the region. This trail system offers miles and miles of fireroads, meadows, rock formations, forests and hills. Trails interconnect with Lakes Windwing, Pine Mountain and Hemlock Hills recreation areas.
- RIDGEFIELD FARMERS MARKET - Bring home Summer’s bounty from the Ridgefield Farmers Market. Pick up the finest locally grown, organic produce, artisan breads and more to make your weekend eating truly spectacular. The Ridgefield Farmers Market is open every Friday from 3:00 - 6:00 on the green across the parking lot from Cellar XV on Danbury Road.
- SALE-A-BRATION - Shop yourself silly and have a blast at this summer’s Sale-A-Bration, Ridgefield’s annual Main Street event. Tied into this year’s 300th Anniversary celebration, Main Street is closed for the festivities featuring dancing, bands, clowns and Ridgefield’s fantastic local merchants. Don’t miss it - TOMORROW!
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Ridgefield, CT Real Estate Market Report: Home Sales July 2008
July 12th, 2008 categories: Buying Your House, Market Data & Statistics, Ridgefield, Selling Your House, Talking Real Estate
Ridgefield Real Estate Market Commentary
We’re still tracking behind 2007 in number of Ridgefield real estate sales but the inventory level has fallen well below 2007 as well… and that’s a good thing. What this means that although we’re still seeing some softness in the market, many of the unrealistic sellers have let their listings expire or canceled them outright. YTD transaction volume is down about 33% but we are seeing the expected seasonal uptick in sales pending and sales closed.
The Ridgefield real estate market continues to be active. For home buyers the word is “value”. They are looking for the best values which include not just a home’s amenities but also it’s condition and location. I’ve recently seen several properties sell quickly and some are even selling for over asking price. These are the homes that provide the best value and these are the Ridgefield homes that are priced at the market.
It continues to be a great time to buy a house and trade-up opportunities abound. Interest rates are still low, there’s a good selection to choose from and although no is “giving their house away”, there are deals to be had. Buyers who are waiting to make decisions are losing their homes of choice to other buyers. Stay tuned to see how the market progress into the summer and fall selling seasons.
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Home Sales Roundup - Ridgefield, Redding and Wilton CT Real Estate - June 2008
July 7th, 2008 categories: Talking Real Estate
Closings in June reflect home sales that were negotiated in the prior 30-90 days. 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 June 2008. Contact us with any questions regarding today’s shifting real estate market. Brad and I are always here to help in any way we can.
Closed Home Sales in Ridgefield, Redding and Wilton - June 2008
| Street Number | Street Name | Town | Bedrooms | List Price | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 789 | PARK EXT AVE | REDDING | 3 | $450,000 | $435,000 |
| 80 | OLD STAGECOACH RD | REDDING | 3 | $450,000 | $440,000 |
| 7 | OLMSTEAD RD | REDDING | 3 | $519,000 | $495,000 |
| 26 | WOODS WAY | REDDING | 2 | $689,500 | $625,000 |
| 57 | DRUMMER LN | REDDING | 4 | $679,000 | $650,000 |
| 49 | WHORTLEBERRY RD | REDDING | 4 | $698,000 | $665,000 |
| 15 | CROSS HWY | REDDING | 4 | $760,000 | $765,000 |
| 5 | MIDDLEBROOK POND RD | REDDING | 3 | $869,000 | $835,000 |
| 22 | GOODRIDGE RD | REDDING | 4 | $1,179,000 | $1,020,000 |
| 38 | GOODSELL HILL RD | REDDING | 5 | $1,550,000 | $1,530,000 |
| 33 | CHESTNUT WOODS RD | REDDING | 4 | $3,200,000 | $2,950,000 |
| 257 | LIMESTONE RD | RIDGEFIELD | 2 | $409,900 | $375,000 |
| 19 | RAMAPOO HILL RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $399,000 | $395,000 |
| 5 | OLD SIB RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $429,000 | $410,000 |
| 36 | ROCK SPRING LN | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $439,000 | $420,000 |
| 63 | POPLAR RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $479,000 | $420,000 |
| 38 | BEAR MOUNTAIN RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $475,000 | $422,000 |
| 106 | TANTON HILL RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $515,000 | $480,000 |
| 178 | BENNETTS FARM RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $539,500 | $500,000 |
| 183 | LEDGES RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $548,000 | $524,000 |
| 39 | FLORIDA HILL RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $565,000 | $550,000 |
| 32 | DOUGLAS LN | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $575,000 | $550,000 |
| 64 | BOBBYS CT | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $565,000 | $565,000 |
| 32 | HICKORY LN | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $650,000 | $580,000 |
| 30 | BLACKMAN RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $635,000 | $602,500 |
| 48 | NORTH ST | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $659,900 | $610,000 |
| 7 | TAYLOR CT | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $709,000 | $640,000 |
| 32 | OLD BARLOW MOUNTAIN RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $675,000 | $645,000 |
| 6 | HULDA LN | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $709,000 | $670,000 |
| 446 | BENNETTS FARM RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $699,000 | $700,000 |
| 5 | FLORIDA HILL RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $725,000 | $715,000 |
| 101 | STANDISH DR | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $769,500 | $750,000 |
| 35 | HAYES LN | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $799,000 | $765,000 |
| 25 | FAIRVIEW AVE | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $849,000 | $824,000 |
| 49 | SHADOW LN | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $897,000 | $850,000 |
| 64 | PUMPING STATION RD | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $995,000 | $887,500 |
| 243 | WEST LN | RIDGEFIELD | 3 | $999,000 | $947,500 |
| 789 | RIDGEBURY RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,049,000 | $975,000 |
| 62 | STANDISH DR | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,010,000 | $985,000 |
| 30 | EAST FARM LN | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,049,000 | $985,000 |
| 204 | SPRING VALLEY RD | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,099,000 | $1,040,000 |
| 838 | NORTH SALEM RD | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $1,150,000 | $1,150,000 |
| 11 | HARRISON CT | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,199,000 | $1,155,000 |
| 39 B | CATOONAH ST | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $1,335,000 | $1,310,000 |
| 3 | ENCAMPMENT PL | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $1,389,000 | $1,320,000 |
| 16 | TURTLE RIDGE CT | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $1,675,000 | $1,550,000 |
| 15 | CAVALRY CT | RIDGEFIELD | 4 | $1,799,000 | $1,740,000 |
| 10 | DILLMAN CT | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $1,879,000 | $1,775,000 |
| 35 | BLACKSMITH RIDGE RD | RIDGEFIELD | 5 | $2,160,000 | $2,000,000 |
| 305 | MAIN ST | RIDGEFIELD | 9 | $2,750,000 | $2,400,000 |
| 8 | RIDGEWOOD RD | WILTON | 2 | $529,000 | $500,000 |
| 364 | BELDEN HILL RD | WILTON | 3 | $559,000 | $520,000 |
| 30 | CALVIN RD | WILTON | 3 | $709,000 | $660,000 |
| 193 | OLD HUCKLEBERRY RD | WILTON | 4 | $750,000 | $671,000 |
| 50 | RANGE RD | WILTON | 3 | $699,500 | $685,000 |
| 87(97) | SPOONWOOD RD | WILTON | 3 | $739,900 | $707,000 |
| 10 | GLEN HILL LN | WILTON | 4 | $729,000 | $715,000 |
| 68 | BOULDER BROOK RD | WILTON | 4 | $779,900 | $750,000 |
| 40 | INDIAN HILL RD | WILTON | 4 | $799,900 | $755,000 |
| 19 | MORAND LN | WILTON | 4 | $875,000 | $780,000 |
| 404 | RIDGEFIELD RD | WILTON | 4 | $819,000 | $830,000 |
| 15 | BUCKINGHAM RIDGE RD | WILTON | 4 | $844,900 | $837,000 |
| 28 | LANGNER LN | WILTON | 4 | $939,000 | $895,000 |
| 12 | COACHMANS PL | WILTON | 4 | $1,085,000 | $1,032,500 |
| 44 | RYDERS LN | WILTON | 3 | $1,199,000 | $1,173,000 |
| 30 | SKUNK LN | WILTON | 4 | $1,349,000 | $1,280,000 |
| 220 | THUNDER LAKE RD | WILTON | 5 | $1,439,900 | $1,345,000 |
| 82(83) | CATALPA RD | WILTON | 4 | $1,490,000 | $1,470,000 |
| 25 | HILLBROOK RD | WILTON | 5 | $1,950,000 | $1,820,000 |
| 116 | VISTA RD | WILTON | 6 | $2,595,000 | $2,350,000 |
| 29 | VALEVIEW RD | WILTON | 6 | $2,595,000 | $2,487,800 |
| 23 | RUSCOE RD | WILTON | 6 | $2,925,000 | $2,800,000 |
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What Everybody Ought to Know About Their Credit and FICO Score
July 1st, 2008 categories: Buying Your House, For Agents, Talking Real Estate
We’ve all been reading the headlines shouting about the mortgage crisis, sub-prime loans and that home buyers can’t get loans to buy their dream home. I can’t say for Nevada or Florida, but in Fairfield County, those headlines are a load of bunk! I’m still selling real estate in Ridgefield and other towns where buyers are financing 95% of their purchase!
How?… you wonder… it’s their credit score. A good credit score is the key that unlocks the door to low down payments. opening that door becomes much easier when you understand exactly what determines your FICO score.
The company that created FICO, Fair Isaac, has a FREE eBook you must read so you can really understand what a 785 means or how opening a Macy’s charge will affect your score. Download and read Understanding Your FICO Score to learn all you need to know about your credit score.
Then, check out AnnualCreditReport.com to get you free credit report from the big 3 reporting agencies.
Brad and I keep relationships with the best mortgage providers in Connecticut. We’ll help get you the financing you need to buy your perfect home. We are always available to help in any way we can. Contact us anytime.
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