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Want Neat, Tidy, and Room to Spare? New Listing in New London!

Published on May 17, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Low-maintenance, attractive and well-built, 3-4 bedroom home offers convenient location to town, Knights Hill Nature Park, and New London Outing Club.  Remodeled kitchen with granite counter-tops and raised panel cherry cabinetry.  Lower level, large family room.  Walk to shopping, medical offices, banks, etc.  Make your appointment today!  Offered at $325,000.  For more information and photos, visit www.ClosebutPrivateNH.com

Marilyn Kidder, Listing Broker, 603-526-4116

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Looking for that Beautiful Historic Homestead?

Published on May 10, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

You’ve found it!  This incredible property boasts 224 acres, with 13 acres on Highland Lake offering 680′ of shorefront, along with a beautiful Federal Colonial  and large timber frame barn.  The setting and grounds make this property the crown jewel of the neighborhood.  You’ll be awestruck by its stone walls, 200 ear old maples and well-maintained pastures.  The gardens, patios, and miles of groomed trails are hidden treasures you don’t see driving by.  The 5500 sq. ft. home is comprised of 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 5 fireplaces, modern gourmet kitchen, and so much more.  The 3.5 story, 100′ x 40′ barn is magnificent and has been well-maintained.  The Philbrick homestead on Taunton Hill in Andover, NH has it all:  location, acreage, views, lake frontage, and a fabulous home–all of which are protected by thousands of acres of local conservation easements.  Call for your appointment today!  Offered at $2,450,000.  Visit www.HistoricHomesteadNH.com for more photos and details.

Stacey Viandier, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116

Are We At the End of the Tunnel?

Published on April 4, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

After six years year of declining home values, we are seeing light at the end of the tunnel.   More and more economists & analysts are now predicting prices to gain about 7% this year.    Lawrence Yun, the National Association of REALTORS® Chief Economist, raised his forecast to 7% from 4%, because he expects inventory shortages will persist.  The Wall St. Journal (3/27/13) reports that home-price appreciation is accelerating in much of the US.  Steady increases in sales and a drop in inventory are impacting the NH housing market as well.  The median price of a NH home sold this February ($199K) was 12% higher than the median price of a house sold last February.  Sellers have less competition than they’ve had in years.  For example, right now there are 52 homes for sale in New London.  Last year at almost any given time, there were well over 100 houses for sale.  In fact, many agents are seeing multiple offer situations; something not seen since 2005.  Buyers can no longer afford to sit on the fence.  They should be jumping to take advantage of the still relatively low prices and interest rates.   If you are thinking of buying or selling, give me a call to work with a REALTOR® who knows how the market impacts you.  603-526-4116, www.donnaforest.com

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Two Waterfront Homes – Price Reduced!

Published on March 15, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .

Two houses on one lot!  Each cottage has 2 bedrooms and a full bath, a kitchen/dining/living room, and a screened porch.  The two share the 175′ of Highland Lake frontage with deck and dock.  There’s even a small, sandy beach for the kids.  A tranquil spot to listen to the calling of the loons.  Offered at $320,000.  Call for your viewing today!  603-526-4116.  Visit www.2LakefrontCottages.com

Stacey Viandier, Listing Agent

Looking for a Home with Views?

Published on March 13, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , .

Energy efficient and immaculate 2-3 bedroom home on 17 acres with views of Ragged Mountain and your own private, spring-fed swim pond.  Warm woods throughout, beamed ceilings, and pine walls add special character.  Heated 40′ x 40′ shop/garage with 10′ ceilings, 4 additional attached sheds for all your toys.  Enjoy the outdoors with the open fields, woods, and pond or hop on the nearby Northern Rail Trail for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.  Offered at $249,900.  Visit www.31FlagholeRd.com for more information and photos.

Donna Forest, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116

Stunning New London Colonial

Published on March 6, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

This home is right out of a magazine!  Recent quality upgrades make this property not only comfortable for family, but the flow pattern is perfect for entertaining.  Four bedrooms and many other finished areas afford relaxed and memorable experiences.  The back yard is professionally landscaped and has a heated, in-ground, saltwater pool, stamped concrete patio, and even a hockey rink complete with drainage system!  Offered at $749,500.  Visit www.NHCustomColonial.com for more photos and details.

Emily Campbell, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116

New Listing – Looking for a Home that’s Neat and Tidy?

Published on February 27, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

This compact ranch offers an open concept floor plan lending itself a sense of spaciousness.  The corner woodstove provides special warmth on those cold, winter days.  Central A/C is a big plus for those who don’t like heat and humidity in the summer months.  Many updates have been done including some replacement windows, gutters, new flooring in the kitchen, living room and bath.  Partially finished basement provides extra living and storage space.  Have your friends over for BBQs and relax on the large deck that wraps around the house.  Offered at $159,000.  See www.RanchInNH.com for more photos and details.

Donna Forest, Listing Broker, 603-526-4116

Like to Garden? New Listing with Lake Access!

Published on February 19, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Designed after the Solomon Richardson House in Old Sturbridge Village, this home is right out of Country Living!  A gardener’s paradise with solarium for plants and passive solar gain.  A wonderful house for entertaining, the living room/dining room is open to the kitchen, the enormous living room fireplace is complete with a kettle and crane, and the corner kitchen fireplace is a classic.  Just as enticing is a 1/5 interest in beachfront on Highland Lake.  Enjoy the water access without the hefty tax bill of direct water frontage!  Offered at $475,000.  Visit www.NHSaltbox.com for more photos and details.

Stacey Viandier, Listing Agent, 603-526-4116

What Sellers Should Know About Buyers – Part II

Published on February 14, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Every year the National Association of REALTORS® publishes a profile of buyers and sellers.  Working with a REALTOR® who is familiar with these buyer statistics and understands how they might impact the marketing and sale of your home is definitely to your advantage.  Below are some additional facts about buyers.

  • The typical buyer searched 12 weeks and viewed 10 homes before making a buying decision.  In other words, sellers need to be patient as buyers look around.
  • 87% of buyers financed their home purchase and usually financed about 91% of the sales price.  With tighter restrictions on lending, buyers with cash should be cherished.
  • The top factor influencing where a buyer purchased a home was the quality of the neighborhood.  If your neighbors are less than stellar, you can only overcome this with proper pricing.
  • The median price of a home purchased in the Northeast was $215,000.
  • 90% of buyers in the Northeast purchased a home through a real estate agent.
  • Nearly all buyers ranked the Internet and the real estate agent as the most useful sources in their search process.

Call me if you are looking for a REALTOR® who understands the housing market and how it impacts you!  603-526-4116; donna@donnaforest.com; www.donnaforest.com.

New Listing – Do You Like the Stately Colonials with Elegant Presence?

Published on February 1, 2013 in New London Housing Market. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Then you’ll want to see this beautiful home in New London.  Sited well back from Main Street with a beautifully designed landscape of trees, shrubbery, and flowering gardens, this gracious, elegant, and eminently livable, brick-ended, Federal of Royal Barry Wills design has earned its recognized “presence” on Main Street.  Finish details throughout create style and subtle grace.  Crown moldings, raised panel trim, wainscoting, oak flooring, detailed mantels, curved open banisters, and much more.  The kitchen is updated and offers wonderful work and entertaining spaces.  The dining room will host both your small and largest gatherings.  The sun room offers the perfect “hang out” for reading, TV, games with family, and more.  The gas fireplaces in the formal living room and den/office will keep you snug and warm.  The second floor offers a master bedroom with fireplace and private bath, along with 3 additional bedrooms.  Another room with bath over the garage provides the perfect “bunk room” for visiting grandchildren (or maybe an office or exercise room?).  The lower level play room leaves more space to enjoy with guests or visiting family.  Add the views of Mt. Kearsarge and Gunite pool and you’re home!  Visit www.NHMainStColonial.com for more photos and details.  Call us today to schedule your showing – 603-526-4116.

Marilyn Kidder, Listing Broker