Naugatuck CT   7th Duck Days Race and Family Day,  Sunday June 3 It's time for the ducks to have their race down the Naugatuck River. It might not be as well known as the Kentucky Derby or even the Indianapolis 500 but in these parts it’s a fun day for all ages.The greatest (almost) race in Naugatuck Ct. From the starting line at Maple and Water Streets, 25,000 rubber ducks will plunge into the Naugatuck River in an attempt to win a prize for their owner.The Duck Days race is a fun event for the residents of Naugatuck and the surrounding towns and is a fundraiser for the area's non-profit organizations. Volunteers sell tickets and receive half of the proceeds at the post celebration banquet.In the past, this event has raised over $175,000 in donations to help worthy causes in the Valley... 06/01/2012

Hop Brook Park, Naugatuck CT . . . Summer Fun at its Best   As we get ready to kick off the summer season and the fun associated with time outdoors, people will be looking for quick get-aways without a great deal of cost. Straddling the boundary of Naugatuck, Middlebury and Waterbury is an oasis of fun just there for the taking. Hop Brook Lake and Dam is a 538 acre flood control area created by the US Army Corp of Engineers after the great flood of 1955 which took out most of the homes and businesses along the Naugatuck River from Torrington down to Derby. After that flood, 6 such projects were completed along the river. Today, for a modest fee, people can enter the park and enjoy the natural scenery, picnic areas, swimming and fishing, hiking, horseback riding and even non-powered boat... 05/27/2012

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for April 2012       Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 186 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 726 square ft, 1-bedroom mobile home listed at $26,900 to a 15,500 square ft, 9-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $207,361. The average days on market for these homes is 148 days      For the month of April, there were 38 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price of the new listings available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $214,879.    In addition, there are currently 26 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 7 having gone under contract in the month of April.           In April, 18 homes closed in Naugatuck CT... 05/23/2012

NAUGATUCK CT-REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT for MARCH 2012   Naugatuck CT-Real Estate Market Report for March 2012 The market in Naugatuck CT continues to hold steady compared to last month, with average sale prices remaining close, but still lower than last year. The number of homes under deposit, and the median asking price for those homes suggests that buyers and sellers should continue to keep an eye on the market and look for how it trends in the coming months. There are 126 Naugatuck CT homes for sale   Average listing price of $209,458 Median listing price of $199,900         49 pending sales (under contract): Average asking price of $170,823 Median asking price of $169,900       26 homes were sold in Naugatuck CT in the month of March: Average sales price was $142,481 Median sales pr... 04/30/2012

NAUGATUCK CT-REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT for  February 2012     Naugatuck CT-Real Estate Market Report for February 2012 The market in Naugatuck CT is holding steady compared to last month, with average sale prices remaining close, but still lower than last year. The number of homes under deposit, and the median asking price for those homes suggests that the spring months will be busy indeed for many home sellers in Naugatuck, so both buyers and sellers should keep an eye on the market and look for how it trends in the coming months.   There are 123 Naugatuck CT homes for sale   Average listing price of $213,456 Median listing price of $199,900                   54 pending sales (under contract): Average asking price of $161,810 Median asking price of $166,950       14 homes were sold in ... 04/30/2012

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for March 2012       Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 182 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 726 square ft, 1-bedroom mobile home listed at $26,900 to a 15,500 square ft, 9-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $202,527. The average days on market for these homes is 151 days.       For the month of March, there were 33 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price of the new listings available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $202,751.    In addition, there are currently 28 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 14 having gone under contract in the month of March.       In March, 26 homes closed in Naugatuck CT.... 04/18/2012

The Time is Right to Buy a Home in Naugatuck CT   We have had a very mild winter here in Naugatuck CT, and very few people are unhappy about that. The economy and the market have created the 'perfect storm' for real estate, so there has never been a better time to buy.   Interest rates are at an all time low and have been that way for some time. Inventory is stable and prices have stabilized at homes are priced near the pre-boom prices of the early 2000 time. Sellers have been busy making their homes as attractive as possible for buyers looking to own a home in Naugatuck CT.The prices are right and sellers are motivated.   With home ownership come many benefits. It is the American dream that provides financial benefits as well as security and shelter for families: Homeowners become an i... 03/23/2012

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for February 2012       Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 179 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 726 square ft, 1-bedroom mobile home listed at $26,900 to a 15,500 square ft, 9-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $207,541. The average days on market for these homes is 159 days.        For the month of February, there were 30 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price of the new listings available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $181,041.    In addition, there are currently 25 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 5 having gone under contract in the month of February.       In February, 14 homes closed in N... 03/22/2012

New Listing in Naugatuck CT 23 Fieldstone Terrace A wonderful opportunity to buy a well maintained raised Ranch in Naugatuck CT’s west side. Well maintained home on private road of comparable properties. MLS# N323801 offered at $230,000 Large rooms, fully finished lower level family room with bonus room that could be a private office or spare bedroom for guests. House has 3 full baths.Master suite with private bath and walk-in closetsLarge deck with oval poolHot tub with access deckLarge lot with adjacent reserve acreageCentral air Ed Silva | RE/MAX Professionals | (203) 206-0754 23 Fieldstone Ter, Naugatuck, CT A wonderful home with comfort and lots of privacy. Large rooms, finished family area and bonus room, swimming pool 3BR/3BA Single Family House offered at $230,000 Year Built 200... 03/21/2012

 NAUGATUCK CT-REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT for JANUARY 2012     Naugatuck CT-Real Estate Market Report for January 2012 Inventory in Naugatuck CT is remaining relatively stable, with volume of sales remaining comparatively close between last month and December 2011. Average sales prices compared to December are the same, but are almost 20% lower than last year. The good news for sellers is that sales price/list price ratios are still above 90%, so if you are serious about selling your home in Naugatuck, list it at or close to market value, and you can get it sold at an acceptable price.   There are 158 Naugatuck CT homes for sale, with an average listing price of $206,241, and 186 days on market, ranging from a 924 sq. ft. 2 bedroom mobile home being offered for $18,900 to a 15188 sq. ft. ... 02/25/2012

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for January 2012       Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 181 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 896 square ft, 2-bedroom mobile home listed at $18,500 to a 15,500 square ft, 8-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $200,036. The average days on market for these homes is 163 days.       For the month of January, there were 35 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price of the new listings available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $196,156.    In addition, there are currently 21 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 8 having gone under contract in the month of January.       In January, 11 homes closed in Naugat... 02/19/2012

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for December 2011       Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 174 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 876 square ft, 1-bedroom mobile home listed at $26,900 to a 15,500 square ft, 8-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $207,078. The average days on market for these homes is 163 days.       For the month of December, there were 19 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price of the new listings available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $174,100.  In addition, there are currently 19 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 6 having gone under contract in the month of December.    In December, 21 homes closed in Naugatu... 01/25/2012

Naugatuck CT 2011 Real Estate Market Report     In 2011, 203 homes were sold in Naugatuck CT, with an average sale price of $164,192 and an average of 101 days on market. The homes that sold ranged from a 728 sq. ft. 2 bedroom mobile home that sold for $22,000, to a 3200 sq. ft. colonial that sold for $425,000.   The market absorption rate for Naugatuck CT in 2011 was 16.91 homes sold per month, leaving about 11 months of inventory remaining. It is a buyer’s market in Naugatuck CT.     2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Homes Sold 203 202 225 228 299 Av. Listing Price 173,192 190,653 192,628 233,440 252,634 Av. Sale Price 164,192 182,973 184,917 223,307 244,437 Av. DOM 101 91 86 95 83 SP/LP Ratio 94% 95% 96% 95% 97%   2011 continued to see values drop for homeowners in Naugatuck, but buyers conti... 01/25/2012

NAUGATUCK CT-REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - JANUARY 2012   Naugatuck CT-Real Estate Market Report January 2012 Inventory has returned to the same level as it was at this time last year, and average sales prices in December are lower than both last month and last year. However, more homes were sold, and at the same sales price/list price ratios, so that means that sellers who are willing to sell at market value can indeed sell their homes, and rather quickly.     12/2011 11/2011 12/2010 Active Listings 152 189 151 New Listings 21 31 26 Av. Listing Price $206,581 $203,534 $203,472 Av. Sq. Ft. 1749 1757 1779 Av. DOM 172 155 172 Homes Sold 21 11 15 Av. LP – Homes Sold $155,395 $200,718 $198,800 Av. SP – Homes Sold $145,957 $192,573 $188,847 Av. DOM – Homes Sold 109 109 151 SP/LP Ratio 94% 95% ... 01/25/2012

2011 Year End Real Estate Market Update for Naugatuck CT     For the year 2011 in Naugatuck CT, there were 203 residential real estate sales for an average of 16.9 sales per month. This is referred to as the absorption rate. Market absorption trends show the rate that properties are selling compared with inventory which enables us to see if it is a sellers’ or buyers’ market. 6 months worth of inventory is considered a balanced market.  Less than 6 months is a sellers’ market and anything over 6 months is a buyers’ market. The average value for the homes sold in Naugatuck CT for the year was $163,192 with an average days on market of 101.  There are currently 171 homes actively listed for sale in Naugatuck CT, which is equivalent to a 10 month inventory is the average sales per month is... 01/19/2012

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for November 2011       Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 177 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 896 square ft, 2-bedroom mobile home listed at $19,500 to a 15,500 square ft, 8-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $203,845. The average days on market for these homes is 161 days.       For the month of November, there were 28 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price of the new listings available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $194,461.    In addition, there are currently 20 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 6 having gone under contract in the month of November.    In November, 11 homes closed in Nauga... 12/23/2011

NAUGATUCK CT-REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - DECEMBER 2011 Naugatuck CT-Real Estate Market Report December 2011Things are moving along quite nicely in Naugatuck CT, with higher average sales prices in November, compared to both October 2011 and November 2010. More inventory means that in order to get your home sold, that it has to be priced to sell.   11/2011 10/2011 11/2010 Active Listings 189 165 178 New Listings 31 25 24 Av. Listing Price $203,534 $204,899 $211,865 Av. Sq. Ft. 1757 1773 1813 Av. DOM 155 177 158 Homes Sold 11 9 13 Av. LP – Homes Sold $200,718 $159,932 $146,537 Av. SP – Homes Sold $192,573 $142,489 $137,019 Av. DOM – Homes Sold 109 103 53 SP/LP Ratio 95% 92% 91% Absorption Rate 15 17.83 17 Months of Inventory 12.6 9 10.5 The single family Naugatuck CT homes for sale range ... 12/10/2011

NAUGATUCK CT-REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - NOVEMBER 2011 Naugatuck CT-Real Estate Market Report November 2011 Last month, average sale prices were lower in comparison to last year. The number of homes on the market, and thus inventory, is down. For sellers, now may be a good time to place your homes on the market, but you must do so with an eye to getting buyers to make an offer quickly. That means pricing your home correctly and presenting your home in the best possible light.   10/2011 10/2010 Active Listings 165 185 New Listings 25 31 Av. Listing Price $204,899 $212,942 Av. Sq. Ft. 1773 1785 Av. DOM 177 146 Homes Sold 9 16 Av. LP – Homes Sold $159,932 $203,756 Av. SP – Homes Sold $142,489 $195,469 Av. DOM – Homes Sold 103 87 SP/LP Ratio 92% 96% Absorption Rate 17.83 18.5 Months of Inve... 11/30/2011

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for October 2011         Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 196 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 700 square ft, 3-bedroom mobile home listed at $19,900 to a 15,500 square ft, 8-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $202,543. The average days on market for these homes is 144 days.       For the month of October, there were 28 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price of the new listings available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $207,996.    In addition, there are currently 17 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 8 having gone under contract in the month of October.    In October, 8 homes closed in Naugatuc... 11/06/2011

Naugatuck CT Real Estate Sales Report for September 2011         Currently in Naugatuck CT there are 210 active residential listings for sale. They range from an 700 square ft, 3-bedroom mobile home listed at $19,900 to a 15,500 square ft, 8-bedroom English Manor estate listed at $849,900. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Naugatuck CT is $203,714. The average days on market for these homes is 143 days.       In addition, there are currently 15 homes under contract in Naugatuck CT, with 5 having gone under contract in the month of September. The average list price for the homes under contract is $155,487 with an average days on market of 124.   For the month of September, there were 40 new homes listed for sale in Naugatuck CT.  The average list price o... 10/29/2011