Guilford Connecticut Real Estate Market Report October 2008 Understanding the general direction of the current Guilford Connecticut real estate market is of vital importance to both sellers and buyers.  In analyzing these trends, property absorption rates provide a good indication of whether the current real estate cycle is a buyer's market, a seller's market or a balanced market. There are currently 209 Guilford Connecticut homes for sale (single family). Below is the  most up-to-date absorption rate analysis:                                        Photo courtesy of  slack12:      Featured below are Guilford Connecticut Real Estate Sales for the past three months. Statistics are broken down by price range for a better view of the current market which is showing a good balance of sales ... 11/02/2008

Today I ran into a series written by an up & coming runner and a downhill racer by the name of Beth Forbes but the Re-Blog feature didn’t allow me to alter the title so I will do it my way and add the occupation of Realtor. The Real Estate Agent plays many roles in a transaction involving the sale and or purchase of property and the duties vary during different stages.  Here I will use the example of a prospective Homebuyer that contacts the Realtor and would like to see one of the agent’s listings. It is very rare that the prospective Homebuyer will love that first house and write up an offer but it is often the start of a three to six month relationship between the parties.  Initially the Realtor will ask some probing questions to determine how best to serve the prospect. The Real Est... 10/20/2008

The Guiford Connecticut Agricultural Fair will be this held this weekend from September 19-21 at the 30-acre Hunter Farm off Lovers Lane.  The Guilford Fair was established in 1859 and is the 2nd oldest agricultural fair in the State of Connecticut. This is one of my favorite fairs to visit in Connecticut which attracts record attendance each year and this year will be no exception.  You can spend an entire day at the Guilford Fair visiting a variety of exhibits for livestock, arts & crafts, needlework, baking, canned goods, flowers, fruits and vegetables just to mention a few. Come hungry because you'll find the largest selection of quality vendors serving up the finest food to whet your appetite.  Then take a stroll through the carnival midway where you'll find rides and games for all... 09/17/2008

    Saturday and Sunday August 16th and 17th 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.   Bishop's Orchards 1355 Boston Post Road Guilford, CT   All Day Music Saturday - Jim Devlin Band of Boston Sunday - Shiny Lapel Trio   Admission Adult Tickets - $25.00 in advance or $30.00 at the gate Includes unlimited samples and a souvenir wine glass Children under 5 are FREE Children aged 6 to 15 - $5.00 Ages 16 to 20 and designated driver tickets including non-alcoholic beverages are $10.00 Tickets are available at Bishop's Orchards and www.shorelinewinefestival.com ***************************************************************************************** Contact Donna Bigda, RE/MAX Alliance Licensed Realtor® in the State of Connecticut at 203-488-1641, ext. 214 to list your property for sale or to purchase a property i... 08/07/2008

Leaving the heat of the city for a day at the shore is now a whole lot easier with Eastbound Trains to Guilford, Connecticut.  Folks from Manhattan typically think of New Haven as the end of the line but effective on the 4th of July Shoreline East added convenient connections that leave Union Station minutes after the arrival of trains from Grand Central that will deliver passengers to Guilford. There are many activities within walking distance of the Guilford Train Station.  Walk less than 1/4 of a mile to step back in time while you wander the grounds of the oldest house in Connecticut.  Now a museum the Henry Whitfield House was constucted of stone around 1639. Continuing in a northward direction about a half mile will bring you to the Guilford Green.  Considered one of the most pict... 07/10/2008

Everyone needs water to survive but if you want to enjoy the water of Long Island Sound the newly refurbished boat launch in Guilford Connecticut offers easy access for a modest fee. The Boat Ramp is cconveniently located at the end of Whitfield Street about a mile south of the Town Green.                   For a nice lunch or dinner The Stone House Restaurant is within a few hundred yards of the boat ramp. During the summer months if you'd like a bite to eat in a less formal setting the Little Stone House Cafe offers soups, salads & sandwiches with live entertainment from local singers. Sit outside and enjoy a leisurely lunch, glass of wine or a beer while you relax. For More Information About: Guilford Real Estate Agent Historical Home Prices in Guilford A few Good Places to Eat Dan@C... 07/10/2008

                GUILFORD - "This town, the seventh oldest, was founded in 1639 by an oppressed but optimistic band of English Puritans.  Henry Whitfield, a minister in Ockley, near London, was the moving spirit behind their emigrations. About forty of his friends and sympathizers formed a joint stock company to sail across the Atlantic. They were mostly young and energetic men, farmers, well-educated, and all of them persons of high standing in their community.  In a deed of sale dated September 29, 1639, the Whitfield Company purchased the lands between Stony Creek and East River from the Squaw Shaumpishuh, Sachem of the local Menunkatuck Indian tribe. Whitfield's stone house at first served as a fortress and meeting place. Guilford Green was inspired by the typical 17thcentury English... 07/09/2008

Single family home sale prices in Guilford tumbled nearly 15% during the prime spring market of 2008. This is similar to the downturn seen in North Haven but both of these towns have a diverse housing base with many lower priced homes that are attractive for first time buyers.  Mid-priced homes remain sluggish while lower priced homes are selling. Second Quarter of 2001 :   108 homes sold with the median price of $295,000 Second Quarter of 2002 :   111 homes sold with the median price of $359,000 Second Quarter of 2003 :    99 homes sold with the median price of $369,900 Second Quarter of 2004 :    92 homes sold with the median price of $399,500 Second Quarter of 2005 :    83 homes sold with the median price of $485,000 Second Quarter of 2006 :    87 homes sold with the median price of ... 07/08/2008

 Per owner, will gross over 1 million this year with a potential net of 100K. Call for details. GUILFORD BUSINESS For Sale:Opportunity Detail Sheet XX CONFIDENTIAL $ 295,000 ML #:  M9110303 Property Desc: BRAD WHITEMAN THE WHITEMAN GROUP LLC 203-453-4666 203-672-2464 Email: brad.whiteman@realliving.com 04/29/2008

In our expanding world economy Real Estate is still primarily a local business. Many people remain tied to the same geographic area where their friends or family reside and typically limit their search territory for a new home to a handful of towns. When people need to relocate they normally don't think of their local agent as a resource in the new destination.As part of my ongoing effort to deliver service above and beyond the average agent I have been expanding my network of Realtors around the country. Unlike many agents that offer to toss your name into a Relocation companies hands for placement I have chosen Real Estate Agents that I know are reliable and meet my high expectation.Before leaving New Haven County and venturing out on your own into a new territory contact me and hopef... 01/15/2008

Many buyers and sellers like to spend their time poking around on the internet long before they decide to seek the help of a Real Estate Agent.  Many sites will get you information about homes currently on the market but finding actual sales prices involves a little more work.  Below is a sampling of single family homes in Guilford, CT that closed during 2007 to give you an idea of prices based on the size and location of the home.Many factors contribute to the sales price, if you are a homeowner within my market area and would like a no obligation estimate of your home's market value just Fill out the Form to begin the process.     . Town / State   Street Name Bedrooms Baths Square Feet Sales Price                                   Guilford, CT   Woodland Road 2 1.0 822 252,500   Guilf... 01/02/2008

 How many of you are starting the year with a resolution to get into better shape? You can begin at the Guilford Rotary Club's FROSTY 5k.   The 3.1 mile road race might be a little ambitious if you have not been exercising but there is a 2k Walk that should suit any fitness level. Registration opens at 9:30 at the Church Street Community Center and the race will start and finish on the Guilford Green.Event:   Guilford Frosty 5kWhen:  January 1, 2008 at 11:00 amWhere: Guilford Green - Exit 58 off 95 and go south on Route 77Last year a cold rain was pouring down so I decided to skip the run.  The forecast this year looks a little tricky.  Rain is suppose to begin around race time but lets hope the weather forecasters are wrong again.  Today we were suppose to awaken to several inches of s... 12/31/2007

  Thanks to Everyone who attended and supported our Toys for Tots event at the Guilford Gables this evening. What a wonderful night and we accomplished our mission of filling to overflowing the gift box and food bank box! It truly is the season for giving and it was wonderful to share the evening with laughter, mirth, and joy!for NOW - Brad in Connecticut 12/12/2007

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Whether you are considering a move to the Connecticut Shoreline or are currently a resident of Guilford you undoubted want to know all about the school system.  The property values of real estate are affected by several factors and the quality of public school education ranks high on the value list.Unlike the majority of towns in Connecticut that use a 3 tiered educational system consisting of Elementary, Middle & High School levels Guilford breaks it down into four steps.  Youngsters entering Kindergarten will attend the elementary school though grade 4.  In fifth & sixth grade they move to the middle school and switch again to another junior high level middle school for 7th & 8th grade.  Enrollment within the Guilford Public School system is approximately 4000, with just under 600 att... 09/30/2007

The First and Last Tavern recently opened in Guilford.  It's located in the building where the Rio Grande Restaurant formerly occupied.  First and Last has other locations in Middletown, Hartford, Avon and one in Maine.  We picked up our pizza to go and were pleased with our selection.  Looking forward to dining in next time and happy to see a new place in town. 09/07/2007

  There where 34 homes that sold in Guilford in July 2007, the highest priced home sale was $1,050,000, and the lowest priced sale was a tear down with lake water views for $137,000.00. The average home in Guilford was for $503,798 during the month of July and was on the market for 71 days.  NumberStreet NameTown  Listing Price  Sales Price 80CATULLO DRIVEGUILFORD $       829,000.00  $   830,000.00 129CATULLO DRIVEGUILFORD $    1,100,000.00  $1,050,000.00 94COOKS LANEGUILFORD $       636,000.00  $   623,230.00 5025DURHAM ROADGUILFORD $       359,000.00  $   357,000.00 11EAST GATE ROADGUILFORD $       499,900.00  $   485,000.00 32ELIZABETH STGUILFORD $       699,900.00  $   667,500.00 31HIGH STREETGUILFORD $       997,000.00  $   937,500.00 9INWOOD DRIVEGUILFORD $       635,700.00  $   6... 08/08/2007

Everyone needs water to survive but if you want to enjoy the water of Long Island Sound the newly refurbished boat launch in Guilford Connecticut offers easy access for a modest fee.  The Boat Ramp is cconveniently located at the end of Whitfield Street about a mile south of the Town Green.                                                      For a nice lunch or dinner The Stone House Restaurant is within a few hundred yards of the boat ramp. During the summer months if you'd like a bite to eat in a less formal setting the Little Stone House Cafe offers soups, salads & sandwiches with live entertainment from local singers.  Sit outside and enjoy a leisurely lunch, glass of wine or a beer while you relax.For More Information About:Guilford Real Estate AgentHistorical Home Prices in Guilf... 08/04/2007

Looking for some place to get away from it all, then look no further! Take a trip to Chaffinch Island Park, nestled in the quaint Town of Guilford, on the Connecticut shoreline. Bring along your picnic and stay awhile. Whether you enjoy bird watching or fishing is more your style, or maybe you prefer just to sit back and watch the boats go driving by. Chaffinch Island in Guilford is just the place to spend the day.    If physical activity is what you crave, bring your kayak and paddle around the coast, or take a walk and explore the coastline. Whatever you choose, Chaffinch Island Park is relaxing place to spend the day.For more information on Guilford, Connecticut Guilford Information Guilford RestaurantsGuilford Home Sales Or visit my web site at www.sandracummings.com   08/04/2007

There were 38 homes that sold in the Town of Guilford in June 2007AddressTownList PriceSold Price70 WHITE BIRCH DRGUILFORD$349,900$342,5001291 WEST STREETGUILFORD$359,900$352,50021 NORTH REEVES AVEGUILFORD$469,900$458,000120 NORTH MADISON RDGUILFORD$795,000$795,000537 LAKE DRGUILFORD$369,000$365,000909 GOOSE LNGUILFORD$845,000$790,000308 NORTH RIVER STGUILFORD$793,000$701,5002 COVEY CROSSINGGUILFORD$718,500$663,500321 SAW MILL RDGUILFORD$349,900$340,00056 SPERRYGUILFORD$329,000$312,500161 SHORE DRGUILFORD$299,000$285,000110 RACE HILL RDGUILFORD$519,000$519,000LOT 5 JENNIFER DRGUILFORD$689,000$689,000953 HOOP POLE RDGUILFORD$797,000$750,00082 CEDAR HILL RDGUILFORD$239,500$220,000125 CATULLO DRGUILFORD$874,900$874,900381 THREE MILE COURSEGUILFORD$415,000$405,000600 NORTONTOWN RD.GUILFORD$... 07/14/2007