March thru May 21, Every Saturday, 9-1 PM, Mamaroneck Indoor Farmers Market -Selling fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, fresh breads, plants in early spring, pickles, olives, cheeses, etc. Free. St. Thomas Episcopal Church. www.saintthomasmmrk.org If you would like us to include your event, email me your event and contact information at  anthony.stokespereira@randrealty.com or Fax (845) 624-7137 Anthony Stokes Pereira, Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty I can help you with every aspect of buying or selling your home because I'm experienced, because I am a Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty Real Estate Professional . . .and because I care.    As your Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty Sales Professional, I will provide you with the information you need to make an educated de... 03/19/2011

Mamaroneck NY is a town located along the eastern portion of the county along the Long Island Sound.   It is a vibrant community which is gathering momentum for home buyers with its walkable downtown is centered around Mamaroneck Ave an sports plenty of fine dining for any kind of a budget.  Examples include the more upscale Cafe Mozart for a great meal and wonderful coffee to   Sal’s Pizzeria for one of the best slices in Westchester. The Town of Mamaroneck has the zip code 10543.  includes the village of Larchmont and the unincorporated portion of the Mamaroneck township which has a Larchmont post office address and zip code (10538). Larchmont and the Larchmont PO are slightly to the south and will be covered in a separate post. Cities/Towns Flanking Mamaroneck NY Location-wise the n... 03/18/2011

Are you looking for laminate flooring for your home in Mamarnneck NY? We know it can be challenging to figure out which flooring is right for your space and whether a laminate floor is right for you. Which wood species and color will look best? Which ones work with your budget? Who should you have install the laminate floors? What is a floating floor? Well here's where we can help. We make finding laminate flooring simple. We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting - the way it will look in real life. We'll help you color coordinate with your paint and furniture colors. We'll explain what a floating floor is and, we'll help you figure out whether laminate flooring makes sense for you and your budget. If you want, we can even show you hardwo... 03/15/2011

The aftermath of the tax credit had varying effects on Larchmont homes for sale. In many ways – it was a story of two completely separate markets.  Single family homes for sale in Larchmont were strong with prices heading upwards and sales volume virtually unchanged from 2009. But the cooperative market  had slowed down significantly.  Prices have stalled, but an underlying weakness in that market  indicates further declines in store. Larchmont NY Single family Homes Larchmont NY homes have always been popular and in high demand.  The area has been highly resistant to correction and once  prices dropped during the bear market of 2008 they were among the first to recover.  This is a resilient portion of Westchester and this is reflected in the housing stats. According to the raw MLS dat... 02/22/2011

Due to steering laws I generally don’t dwell on Westchester NY schools or school systems.  However, as a former scientist I wanted to give a shout out to  the fact that Grace Phillips of Mamaroneck High School was named a finalist in the highly competitive Intel 2011 Science Talent Search.   She will join the other 39 finalists from across the nation in Washington DC in March where she will present her work in “HCAA conjugates in the context of the domestication history S. melongena.”   We wish her the best of luck both now and in her future endeavors. Also of interest is the fact that 19 of the 300 semi finalists (or roughly 6%) were from Westchester NY schools.  Of the 19 students 18 were from area public schools.  The semi-finalists all came from the following public schools.   Edge... 01/31/2011

Are you looking for carpeting for your home in Mamaroneck NY? Whether you're looking for carpeting for your bedroom, living room, family room or basement or even the whole house, we know it can be challenging to find the right carpet. How do you know which type of carpet is best for each setting? Which is right for your home and your budget? Which types are better for steps and high traffic areas? Which colors work best? Which ones last longer and which hide or repel dirt the best? Who should you have install your carpet? There's really a lot to consider and sometimes it gets overwhelming and more confusing when you go to a store. Well here's where we can help. We make finding carpeting simple. We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting - t... 01/30/2011

  Sometimes potential buyers will ask to see the Rye Neck area... what they are actually referring to is the Rye Neck Union Free School District which is separate from that of Mamaroneck and The Town of Rye. The Rye Neck High School is a public secondary school located in the Village of Mamaroneck, New York within the Town of Rye, New York. It is part of the Rye Neck Union Free School District and is connected to Rye Neck Middle School. It is one of the country's oldest schools being dated back to the 18th Century (per Wikipedia). There are approximately 1500 students who attend one of the three Rye Neck Schools (Kindergarten - 2 attend the Daniel Warren School, Grades 3-5 attend the F. E. Bellows Elementary School, Grades 6-8 attend the Middle School, and Grades 9-12 attend the High Sc... 01/27/2011

Larchmont tends to be pretty understated and as I drove through the residential Larchmont P.O.  area late last Saturday night, there wasn’t much in the way of Christmas light displays to see in the residential areas.  I didn’t venture too far into the village because I was headed the other way – but I will take a look in that direction before the season ends.  I hit paydirt on North Chatswoth Ave.  So much so that it made up for the lack of lights elsewhere.   This area has several high-end cooperative and condo complexes – located in an ideal sweet spot that is within an easy stroll from the train and the town.  My listing on 21 N. Chatsworth Ave. is next door to the complex where I photographed this display.  The entire street is lit up with each complex having its share of lights.  ... 12/22/2010

Tomorrow marks the 77th anniversary of the end of Prohibition.   This was one of FDR’s promises to the electorate and he was able to fulfill that promise  with  the ratification  of the 21st Amendment to the constitution. Wine Tasters – a local wine store with an excellent selection in the heart of the village was there…way back in 1933.  And was ready for the legalization of alcohol with the 477th liquor license issued in New York State.  Since there have been only four owners since the store opened its doors back in the middle of the Great Depression – the license has been passed down from owner to owner and now sits on the counter at the front of the store.   The store itself is traditional and old-fashioned and it has a wonderful selection of wine and liquor – however, the new owne... 12/13/2010

Fall is pretty much over, but here is a small reminder.  I snapped these photos in Larchmont NY  about two weeks ago – before the fall leaves fell from the trees.  The color was still vivid and the light at that time of say (around 4 PM) was ideal for taking pictures. I knew the leaves were teasing me.  Almost taunting me saying “We won’t be around much longer – you’d better hurry if you want some color.” Larchmont NY is one of my favorite communities in Southern Westchester.  The neighborhoods are very, very walkable.  Commuting to the train is a snap – for most Larchmont NY homes in  the 10538 P.O.  the train station is within walking distance.  For those who do need to drive, parking the new parking facilities make things user-friendly.  Larchmont homes for sale are doing very well ... 12/05/2010

If you live in Mamaroneck NY and you're looking for hardwood flooring, we know the process can be challenging - what type of hardwood, what color and who to use to install it - all important questions and ones that make it hard to make a decision.  But, here's where Floor Coverings International can help.  We make it EASY.  We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see all the samples  in your own home and light.  Yes, it does look different in the store vs. your own home.  And, by viewing the samples this way, you can color coordinate with your paint color and furniture not to mention having a friendly expert who can guide you through the process on the diferent types and different species of hardwood. So whether your interested in a oak hardwood or brazilian cherry or bamb... 11/13/2010

In general Larchmont NY homes for sale have been a bright spot in the Westchester NY real estate market – at least for single-family home sales. The combination of being highly commutable as well as an extremely walkable community makes it a very desirable destination for buyers who like the New York City lifestyle of leaving the car behind. the Larchmont to Grand Central commute is just a little over 30 minutes and more accessible to midtown Manhattan than many residential areas on the west side of Manhattan. Unfortunately this bull market did not extend to the condo and coop market – which lagged seriously behind and is no encumbered by a large inventory overhang. This is a reflection of the Westchester coop market in general – which was down significantly.   Larchmont NY Homes : A r... 10/27/2010

I admit that I enjoy shooting ducks.  This afternoon I took a bit of time to take some photos at Harbor Island Park – Mamaroneck NY  -  and some ducks just happened to get in the way…so it really wasn’t my fault at all.   They were there and I had my zoom lens – so they just got themselves shot.  Before the afternoon was over I had shot four ducks. But seriously, the fall migration pattern means that many of our feathered friends are flying and floating around – just asking to be shot in a similar way.  So get out your cameras take a nice walk in this early fall weather and do some serious duck shooting!   To Search for Homes and for further information go to my website/blog with free home search at The Westchester View.  I am always happy to answer your questions and you can speak to m... 09/15/2010

At the end of March I put up a page on condos and cooperatives located in the Larchmont post-office (officially the unincorporated portion of Mamaroneck.)  This small cluster of condos and coops are located a stone's throw from both the train and village - making their location nothing short of ideal. This is an update to that initial post.  2010 Half- Year Update: Cooperatives continue to be  a firm buyer’s market.  This is a systemic issue that pervades Westchester County.  The uptick in price from $195k to $229k for 1 BR units reflects the low sales volume and the sale of two unusually large and very updated units in that mix.  The price drop from $410k, to $356k seen in 2 BR units is in part a reflection of what actually sold during this period as compared to the end of 2009.  Overa... 08/08/2010

  Larchmont NY*,  like all other communities in Westchester, has been hit hard by the housing recession. But there is some light at the end of the tunnel for Larchmont. Single family Larchmont NY homes for sale are enjoying  renewed strength.  Resales are brisk with inventories low and prices are up over the previous year However, the coop and condo markets are showing an entirely different pattern. Same Location – Two different Markets: Single Family Homes – Larchmont NY This market is actually turning into a seller’s market.  There are a few pockets in  Westchester  NY that can make that claim and this is one of them.  The price reductions over the past few years  along with lower interest rates have brought buyer’s out of hiding in some select areas.  Th median sales price in Q 2 201... 08/08/2010

The Stonecrest Cooperative:  21 North Chatsworth Ave – Larchmont NY: The Stonecrest of Larchmont  is an elegant pre-war Tudor cooperative with a rich history in an historic village.  Located on N Chatsworth Ave the location is nothing short of ideal.  Few Westchester coops could compete with this location. Just steps from Metro-North and center of the village. 21 N Chatsworth Ave. has been a desired location since Lou Gehrig called the Stonecrest home.  This is definitely a leave the car behind location – with a coveted “walker’s paradise” score of 92 out of 100 from  walkscore.com.  The train, shopping and fine dining are just steps from your door. This is a doorman building with a common laundry.  There is a waitlist for parking which can be either outdoor or indoor. For more informa... 08/05/2010

Everybody, and I mean EVERYBODY told me that when the government subsidy for the $8000 tax credit expired on April 30 that there would be a drop off in the real estate market. To all those folks I politely say  "HA ! HA ! HA ! I took in more pre-quals this weekend than I have in a long time. The market is good, not strong yet, but good. There are plenty of shoppers out there still looking for bargains. Interest Rates remain low and most of the lenders are aggressive. This monring, Monday, May 3, 2010 I looked at my inquiry sheet and saw over 62 inquiries for mortgages and that is just in a very small geographical area of Southern Westchester and part of the Bronx. School is letting out in another month and people are going to buy/sell or re-locate during the summer months. F.H.A. has ma... 05/03/2010

The other day my wife, who works for a major Credit Union, told me that many of her customers do not know the meaning of equity when applying for a mortgage. Sometimes mortgage professionals take for granted that homebuyers, especially first time buyers, understand the terminology of mortgage financing. This is a big mistake. So, today I am going to talk about EQUITY as it applies to homebuying and mortgages. Simply stated is the value less what is owed on it. For example:  A person owns a house that is worth     $500,000.00       And they have a mortgage(s) balance of          (-)     $300,000.00 The equity in that property is                                   $200,000.00 = Pure Equity Banks & Mortgage companies use a diffferent formula if the same borrower wants to refinance the house... 03/25/2010

You are a home buyer.  You look for homes in one of the most prestigious communities in Westchester County and you find a home but there is just one problem.  The house backs a golf course.  You decide to buy the house anyway.  You live there happily for several years and there are no problems with the golf course in your back yard.  Then, out of the blue the golf course decides to cut down the row of trees between your house and the course.  Now you have golf balls on your property.  Your kids can't go out to play because they might be injured.  Golfers roam your property looking for their golf balls.  You suffer several thousand dollars in damages and your dog is injured, what to do. According to the Journal News this particular homeowner decided to sue the golf course which is not ju... 10/21/2008

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