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Our new exclusive listing -19 Sunnyside Avenue…and you are the first to know. (TEMP OFF MARKET)
Sunday, March 30, 2014
A 1936 Cape has been turned into a fabulous four bedroom home without losing any of the good bones you look for in a house.
Our newest listing will be hitting the market tomorrow and we want our loyal readers to be the first to know. 19 Sunnyside Avenue is a gorgeous, sun-filled home that was completely renovated by Jennifer Howard of JWH Design in Rye, New York. It has over 4,000 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3 full and one half bathroom. If you are looking for a stylish home in Darien, this is what you have been waiting for. Offered by Abigail Moore and Kim Swift at Kelly Associates. Asking $1,795,000.
The chicest powder room around. The wallpaper and the sink set the tone for all 3 1/2 bathrooms.
From the gourmet kitchen to the Waterworks tiled master bath, this home is comfortable and stylish. It has great space and flow, perfect for entertaining. The bedrooms are spacious, the laundry room is extra large, and there is a brick-floored mudroom (always love that!) A generous basement area can be easily finished for another TV/hang out room, or a second home office.
Big windows throughout allow for a sun filled house!
A gracious open floor plan for the living room and dining room.
Love this entry hall. You cannot have the lanterns but can have fun finding new ones.
Elegant and sophisticated make this a fabulous place to entertain and cook.
19 Sunnyside Avenue is coming on the market tomorrow. The Broker Open House is Tuesday. Showings to start at 12:30pm on Tuesday. This is not going to last, so if you would like to see the house, please call us for an appointment (917.710.3329 or 203.274.1793). We would love to show you what we think is the best property at this price point on the market today!
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
You are going to Love Where You Live! SOLD/Closed
Sunday, March 30, 2014
A great way to start the tour. Beautiful door.
I have to say that the high end of the market has made a dazzling appearance this Spring. There are two or three real beauties on the market now, and 309 Hollow Tree Ridge Road is definitely one of them. The fabulous Connecticut classic sits like a story book Cape just back far enough off the road, but close enough so that if you tend to admire houses as you drive by, this one might cause an accident. The asking price is now $3,400,000, (originally $3,975,000) and we have no doubt you will be silenced by the stunning recent renovation (as well as the gorgeous wall paper and paint job through out the house). Offered by Nan Peter and Hannah Burge at Kelly Associates.
The living room sets the tone for the rest of the house. Comfortable and luxurious (that green velvet!).
A room to love. Black lacquer walls. Seagrass ceiling!
Wow, now this is a kitchen.
Up close, absolutely gorgeous counter tops.
Beautiful choices are made throughout.
Off the kitchen. Comfortable and luxurious continues.
The butler’s pantry. The grasscloth is gorgeous.
One of three rooms “the family” can hang in. Note the Kelly Werstler wallpaper in the room off to the side! If you like wallpaper, this house has some stunners!
Bold move. Someone’s got to do it. Love it!
…the wall paper. An Albert Hadley classic.
Back entrance or sometimes know as “the mudroom”. Gorgeous. And, where you will notice one of the best paint jobs you have ever seen!
Who needs a front door when the back door looks like this!
The sunroom….chic and comfortable. Those chairs are to die for.
Is that a photograph by our friend Lynn… whether its movies or ping-pong, the party will be awesome!
Send the kids down here for “movie night”.
The curb appeal doesn’t get much better than this. If you are in this part of the market, this will not disappoint.
If you would like a private showing give us a call.
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
LOVE IS IN THE AIR!
Monday, March 17, 2014That is, I love all the real estate that is coming on the market! In particular…we saw a few good listings out on the “Open House” trail last week.
401 Mansfield Avenue offered at $2,295,000. This house was on a house tour a while back and it warmed my freezing toes yesterday to walk into what I remembered to be the most welcoming and comfortable house in town. A fabulous renovation transformed this farmhouse into a super relaxed “shabby chic” home with all the top of the line comforts a Darien creature yearns for. This owner knows what she is doing (full disclosure, that “she” is Lisa Moseley at Kelly Associates) . So, if you have been looking for “this old house” that is move-in ready THIS IS IT! (CONTRACT SIGNED)
A wonderful old farm house with a quintessential front porch. Not in Vermont.
Wide floor boards custom to the room extend into the comfortable and chic “family” room.
A nice entertaining flow allows for the “crowd that hangs” in the kitchen without being to far from the rest of the party.
Best room in the house. Beautiful stone floors in this four season sun room.
8 Briar Brae listed at $1,795,000 listed with Pat Redican at Kelly Associates. A recent renovation added a lot of extra space that includes a few new bedrooms and fabulous study off the living room. Actually, its the paint color that is fabulous but it is a very nice study. Extra closets (including a a very large walk in for the master bedroom), an upstairs laundry were also added to the expansion… the list goes on. This house is done and is ready for the buyer looking for the “next step” in space. A fabulous opportunity to move right in is waiting here in the “sweet spot” of price points! (SOLD at $1,760,000 – 5/14).
Sitting high off the road, 8 Briar Brae has exactly what a family is looking for. SPACE!
VERY chic. Ready for some decorating flair.
If you didn’t like pink before, you will now. WOW! This really works in the kids bath. It pops off the wall in a surprisingly sophisticated way.
Adorable, in a David Netto col, chic and “who wouldn’t want this nursery” way!
5 Plymouth Road, listed for $1,895,000. It is virtually impossible to get into The Bay for under $2M these days – at least if you want views and space. Here is your chance. To be honest, you will want to put your own stamp on the place, but you can’t find this kind of opportunity right now for this price so close to the water anywhere else. By the looks of what is going on down there, this will be your last chance at a house of this size at this price. Offered by Sheree Frank at Kelly Associates. (SOLD at $1,790,000 – 6/14)
Here is your chance! A perfect summer get a way, and a chance to be a part of those famous Halloween nights in Noroton Bay!
A nice open living space, great for causal summer living. Bring Lynn Morgan over from neighboring Rowayton and you will transform this place into a beach/waterfront paradise!
Sort of like this….(photo curtesy of Lynn Morgan Design)
This could be what your Friday night looks like! Nice place to sit after a long week. (photo curtesy of Lynn Morgan Design)
Great views out over Pear Tree Point. (Yes, it’s out there…)
Worth a look!
5 Salem Straits brings us back to our “Secret Garden” blog in 2012. Location Location Location as the old saying goes. This is absolutely one of our favorite houses EVER to hit the market in Darien. If you read this blog regularly then you will probably understand this house sits in rare company in our minds. It’s a house that simply brings pleasure to show, and I am certain will bring pleasure to live in! It is back on again (owner took it off the last time), asking $3,795,000. Offered by Maggie Marchese at Kelly Associates. (TEMPORARILY OFF MARKET)
No need to go on again about this gem. This picture says 1000 words. If you would like to see it, we would love to show it to you.
7 North Road, WOWOWOWZA! What a house. It goes without saying the location is fabulous, but, more importantly, it has a great feeling on the inside. It feels lived in and comfortable, unpretentious yet super cool. The views from all sides of the house will knock your socks off. Even the howling wind on this freezing day (3/13/14) warmed my heart! The best part is the “Surf Shack” or “boat house” where summer days will spent sunning on the deck and jumping off the dock. A must see if you are “surfing” in this price range. Asking price $5,250,000. Offered by Doug Milne at Kelly Associates. (SOLD at $4,908,500 – 7/14)
Nothing like waterfront on Butler’s Island
Photographs never do enough. This is a fabulous and relaxing room off the kitchen. Keeping it Real!
Dare I say a fabulous kitchen!
A gorgeous spot at the bottom of Tokeneke.
Half way through March and we are starting to see signs of a Spring market. Better late than never! Inventory is moving fast in certain price ranges ( Linden, Briar Brae) so if you are interested in looking at what is out there, we would love to show you.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
WANTED: A HOUSE UNDER $1,000,000
Wednesday, March 12, 2014It is amazing how many clients we have that are looking for houses under $1 million. Sounds great right? Well this spring market is not cooperating with us! Believe it or not, there are only 12 houses on the market under $1million. This is an all time low. So we have all these eager buyers and there is so little to show them or what they love, ends up having 11 offers as was the case with 42 Ridgely Street. Needless to say it is just a bit frustrating!
90 Linden Avenue, listed by Janine Tienken at Kelly Associates for $739,000. Nothing makes us more excited than getting word of a new listing! This just came on today and we cannot wait to see it tomorrow. As of 3/16/14 ACCEPTED OFFER
307 West Avenue is offered at $749,000. It is charming and close to the train station.
88 Gardiner Street is a wonderful house, offered at $1,075,000! Can someone please explain why it hasn’t sold especially after we sold our listing at 60 Gardiner Street in just a few short days for close to ask at $1,070,000????? And that studio would be the perfect adult tree fort (aka backyard destination).
30 Hilton Street, offered at $789,000, needs work but could be a rewarding project, especially when we see where 36 Hilton Street closes (my latest favorite).
So if you are even thinking about it, now is the time to serious contemplate and plan to list your house. Not sure you can go very wrong. Especially when we bring our eager clients!
Things are heating up! – UPDATE
Sunday, March 2, 201442 Ridgeley, listed by Kate Bates at Kelly Associates, has gone into “best & final”. All offers had to be in at 5pm on Saturday afternoon. Only one day on the market, honoring appointments made through Saturday. The Sunday showings were dropped due to overwhelming interest. (SOLD)
Really nice four bedroom in a convenient location. Especially when you have kids at Middlesex! Asking $999,000 through Kelly Associates
36 Hilton, listed by Halstead asking $945,000 is another new listing that has been hot hot hot for the last few days. It has been revealed that they are accepting offers and are asking that anyone who has an interest in bidding, do so by this evening (Sunday, March 2) by 5:30. Another way of saying they have multiple bids. The sellers will review all offers with their attorney and listing agent will notify the winning bid. (SOLD)
If you are considering a move, now is a great time to list your home.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
Follow up on Fairview Avenue
Thursday, February 20, 201433 Fairview Avenue
Asking $1,399,999
Multiple Bids. All bids were due February 19. I did say to get in ASAP if this was in your price range. Most of this town is on mid-Winter break and it still went into multiple bids.
If you area thinking about selling your home, now is a really good time to capture a buyers attention. And, I wouldn’t wait for all the other sellers to jump on the bandwagon.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
New to the market…slowly but surely!
Wednesday, February 19, 2014As we plod through this month of snow and ice, a few brave souls have taken the plunge and listed their homes. We thank them! Now it will be a race to see who can actually get their buyers to look at real estate in this weather! If there are any motivated buyers out there this week, here are a few new listings. There were actually only four new listings but they covered the spectrum of price points in our market.
For the newest Captain of Industry! Staff not included.
455 Mansfield, a six bedroom, eight and a half bath, five car garage, brick “georgian” manse came on the market (not to be out paced by all the snow that fell). It looms large on Mansfield, certainly one of Darien’s loveliest “avenues”. It has a sweet pool and pool house that is coming in a close second to the house itself. Built in 2000 by the well known builder Girouard Associates, there is no “little piggy” that will blow this down! Asking $5,250,000 offered through Kelly Associates by Doug Milne and Sheree Frank.
No, you will not have drinks with Crystal Carrington, but you will have a fabulous party here”!
Love the feeling of being on “a campus”. Everything you need is at your finger tips. Someone is going to have a field day choosing patio furniture!
Next, there is the house at 32 Old Oak Road that Jane Glassmeyer at Halstead had on last Spring. It’s back on the market asking $2,595,000. It has a big nice kitchen, lots of huge bedrooms and is what everyone calls “done“. If you are looking for something that sits privately on a cul de sac, and want to be up in the northern part of Darien, this could be your ticket! Can’t show you a photo but call us if you would like to find out more on this property.
Then there is 30 Maple.
Mucho Charm here at 30 Maple.
It’s always had that “je ne sais quoi” about it. It’s a house I always turn to look at as I drive by. It was built in 1875 and has some interesting architectural detail. I think this is a real diamond in the rough, but apparently it is not so rough! I hear that it is in good shape with new electric, HVAC, new insulation, as well as landscaping. Sadly the snow prevents us from getting excited about the landscaping but with four bedrooms, three and a half baths, and about 3000 square feet this house is very interesting. Darien is running out of space. Good space with good bones is not easy to come by with an asking price of $1,275,000. Offered by Gail Ord through Coldwell Banker/Darien. Nice! (SOLD)
Can’t argue that a big old fireplace like this isn’t a selling point. Beautiful furniture and fabric is all you need. And sconces.
And lastly, there is 33 Fairview, listed by Deirdre McGovern at William Raveis/Darien. Asking $1,399,999 this four bedroom, two and a half bath house is close to town, on a popular street that has seen some good real estate action in the last year. So, don’t wait to see this if you are looking in this price range. It won’t last! (SOLD)
Classic Connecticut Garrison Colonial. Seems to be a “no brainer” for many!
If you are not away for Spring break and you would like to go out and see some real estate this week, call us! We are here.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
SLOW roll out for Spring
Saturday, February 8, 2014The snow has now officially become a big “downer” for the start of the SPRING MARKET. It is so hard to imagine that in only 8 weeks we will be watching the crocuses pop up, but keep the faith.
Darien had three new listings this week. Three different neighborhoods, three different price points. I wasn’t exactly racing to the phone to call customers after viewing these new listings, but I am certain it was more the effort it took to actually get out of my driveway the morning of “broker open houses” than anything else. Maybe my enthusiasm will return if I focus on some properties in Palm Beach. Just a thought…
128 Colony. Not quite as ‘tony’ as St. Nicholas, but 100 times better in so many ways.
We liked 128 Colony. Colony, a popular street, offers the quintessential suburban neighborhood experience, but not all the houses are situated so well. 128 Colony has a fabulous back yard abutting Woodland Park so you really have some privacy behind the house. It’s in great condition, and has lots of space – a combination that most buyers would put at the top of “the list”. Yes, it is in “move in” condition. I suppose the question is can you live with all the wall paper and themes playing out in each room. Five large bedrooms, three and a half baths, lots of living and entertaining space downstairs with a Great Room off the kitchen. It is quite a package at $2,150,000. Offered by Cathy Lawton at Kelly Associates.
Good deep back yard. Looks as if there is a lot of room for all your “sports fans”.
Its tough with the snow, but this is a really good terrace directly off the kitchen and Great Room. It offers super entertaining options! You could put some gorgeous outdoor lighting, planters and some McKinnon and Harris garden furniture. It really could be fabulous!
McKinnon and Harris. Check out their website. It’s gorgeous. Beautiful colors and designs to choose from. To The Trade only, but that’s no big deal.
A sensational collection of planters in beautiful colors. These would be perfect on the terrace at 128 Colony.
A gracious size for a living room. The ceiling height is a bit low, but the tremendous light streaming in through all the windows takes your mind off that. The whole house has great light, in fact.
Kitchen works well for cooks. Everyone else can hang on the other side of the island.
Or you check out a favorite “local” decorator Lee Ann Thornton and see what her magic could do!
A beautiful kitchen from Lee Ann Thornton. The WOW factor is huge, and would translate here seamlessly.
Another room with fabulous light. I love sectionals, and this room can definitely carry a big one. But, you can create a few seating areas in this room without making it feel as if it were strictly for Sunday Night Football.
Like this! A gorgeous way to create a Great Room. Photo by Thomas Loof. Decorated by Lee Ann Thornton,
Looking the other direction you can see the space you would have to work with. This is a really big room! So many possibilities!
Another thought I had while walking around the house brought me to this idea. A little less traditional, a little less formal. But Gorgeous! A room by Tom Scheerer. Go back and look through his latest book. You will be overwhelmed by the “fabulosity”! Photo by Mathew Hranek
We always say “focus on the floor plan”. If that works for you the rest comes naturally. The flow is pretty good on this one.
Lots of large(ish) bedrooms. The 5th bedroom, added over the kitchen is a perfect guest room, or au pair room, as it can be separated easily from the rest of the upstairs.
Over at 22 Casement, you will find a new listing that offers good space in good condition at a very sensitive price point. There just isn’t anything on the market (yet) mid $1M’s. So, by virtue of being in “move in” condition, this will be a hot ticket for people who are looking to get something bigger. Five bedrooms, four baths , approximately 3400 square feet, on a neighborhood street close to Town. Offered by Sarah Littlefield at William Raveis/Darien, asking $1,699,000.
22 Casement in a winter wonderland! Photoshop the snow out and you will discover a lovely “townhouse” like property waiting for someone who wants to move right in!
As good as “brand new”. Like the contrasting island! Great ceiling height here.
Something like this large Yolk pendant from Circa Lighting would be perfect over the island here! Comes in several tones. Gorgeous.
The kids will love it up here, but take my word for it, you will not be climbing these stairs to often!
If you would like to brave the weather and go out to see some properties, maybe these properties, give us a call. Our driveways were just plowed!
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
Poof and it’s gone – 133 Rowayton Avenue
Wednesday, January 29, 2014Wow that was fast. 133 Rowayton Avenue came on at an impressive $3,950,000 (and don’t forget those Rowayton taxes) and was sold (with 3 offers) instantly. Of course it is fabulous, has a slip and is maintenance free but this is still a great sign for the Rowayton market.
Gorgeous floors, gorgeous pantry, gorgeous kitchen!
The great room on the 2nd floor. A wonderful space to relax and escape.
Well appointed family room off of the kitchen.
We have always been charmed by these appealing town homes and it did not disappoint.
Wish we could say we could show you but you will have to wait for another unit to hit the market.
15 Shagbark Part II – The architecture of Ferguson and Shamamian – CONTRACT SIGNED
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
“You had me at hello…”. Yes, the front door matters and this one does not disappoint.
The architecture and exterior details behind this one of a kind listing in Darien qualifies for a “part II” for our readers. We just don’t see many houses on the market like 15 Shagbark each selling season. We consider this kind of house one of those “one in a few years” opportunity.
Ferguson and Shamamian is a firm led by traditionalists trained by the best; Ferguson at Princeton and Shamamian at Columbia. Later, they met at Parish-Hadley where they both honed their skills in traditional design and architecture. In 1988 they joined forces creating a firm that produces both exquisite homes and seamless additions to existing residences.
The combination of boxwood and brick lattice is exceptional. Peter Cummins is part of this and has created landscaping that includes a simple yet makes an impressive statement.
Less is more. Only Boxwood. You really don’t need much more than that.
Gorgeous planter with a no fuss statement plant. It all creates a beautiful front entrance.
This blog started when we came across a listing that was asking over $4M. That was two years ago. We have finally found what is the “real deal”. It does matter.
You can feel the weight of the shutter. If we could only get you to look, you would see first hand what we are talking about.
Simple and gorgeous. Every light fixture is right here.
Gorgeous place to sit and enjoy the evening. Note the stunning lantern.
View from the side of the house. If you recall our piece last summer that included some fabulous outdoor furniture, your imagination will run wild here. I am still obsessed with Janus et Cie.
I am imagining a bed of Peonies.
Something else that stands out in this home are the doors. They are about as fabulous as they come.
Oh the details…the fixture with the vine, the leader and shutter all make for an understated and classic vignette.
Love the creeping green along this back walkway. And I love that there is very little foundation planting.
This is the exterior view of that fabulous window seat in the family room.
Did I mention how the fabulous doors are? We sometimes see people skimping on them but we think it is always a mistake.
This is the exterior of the garage. Appreciate the molding instead of all clapboard.
The summertime go to space out side.
The addition. I cannot wait to see this in the summer!
Understated and waiting for you to come check the place out!
And of course a pineapple!!
If you are not including them in a pitch for your next home expansion or building project, it would be worth looking at their work just to get a sense of what to aim for. Here are a few examples of their work from other projects.
One of the front doors that stood out while looking through more of their work. Gorgeous detail in the columns and paneling.
Love these stairs. The detail!
Stunning example of some of Ferguson & Shamamians work. This is ceiling height!
Creating living space that is elegant and sophisticated yet totally livable.
Please contact us for a showing of this once in a lifetime home. Photos courtesy of Real in Darien and Ferguson and Shamamian Architects.
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
15 Shagbark Road, Part I – Standing Alone – CONTRACT SIGNED
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
15 Shagbark Road is set back at the end of the road. Very private and unpretentious.
15 Shagbark Road came on this week. It stands alone in its category… the category of “there is nothing else like it on the market”. Go ahead! Look at some of the other houses with big price tags! This one takes first place. 15 Shagbark is beautiful. Simply beautiful. There is nothing sassy, there is nothing charming, NOTHING TRENDY, and there is nothing to be done. For the buyer who needs no explanation, who wants and really understands quality and bespoke detail, we’ve got something for you! Four – six bedrooms, on about four acres. We are not blinking at the asking price of $4,895,000. Offered through Kelly Associates by Doug Milne.
Gorgeous place to sit and enjoy the evening. Note the stunning lantern.
If you are going to do it right, you bring in the Big Guns. The firm Ferguson & Shamamian gave new life to this lovely 1930’s brick Georgian in mid-country Darien by creating an addition and renovating the house to be what it is today. They have produced something that is worth the price of admission! If you have thought about moving, but only if something extraordinary comes on the market, now is the time to make your move. Call us if you would like to see the house. We would love to show you.
The house from behind. The grounds on the property offer a pool site. Love the minimal foundation plantings! Peter Cummings, Landscape Architect.
The original house has high ceilings, floor to ceiling windows and wonderful scale. Decorated in a traditional yet timeless way, you feel swept in and right at home in this house. Beautiful fabrics and tones throughout the house. Nothing trendy, nothing hinting at “over done”.
The piano in the corner gives you a sense of the scale.
Look at the curve in this window…..stunning.
This is where Ferguson & Shamamian comes in. The start of the addition is here, in the simply appointed office off the kitchen.
The level of detail in the craftsmanship to the door knobs is notable.
And here as well.
I am not going to call this a “family room” because that would be a silly description, although it is certainly where any family would gather. It’s the sitting room off the kitchen. There is no better example of such a room that is sophisticated and functional. And it is entirely kid friendly. No reason not to let them play in here while something is “cooking in the kitchen”.
This is the most wonderful bay window ever! Just need a good Pinot Noir and “Me Before You” to finish it off.
Did we mention how we love the doors?
How fabulous!!These are the doors from the office to the family room.
Very comfortable and manageable.
Proof you don’t need an oversized over done kitchen. Perfection is here!
This home has more details than we can mention but here are a few:
So many custom touches. This fixture on the book cases is one of them.
As we mentioned earlier, it is all in the details.
Another example of a detail in the Butler’s Pantry.
The china closet off of the Butler’s Pantry.
Real in Darien loves lighting fixtures and this home reaches far beyond our expectations.
And this wallpaper is always a winner on a ceiling.
You may enjoy laundry in here.
The hallway from the mudroom to the back kitchen hall.
This back staircase. From the fixture, to the paneling, this room stands on its own.
Doors, doors, doors….
The powder room off of the kitchen.
This is the 2nd of 3 staircases…off the kitchen.
The master. Elegant, sophisticated, timeless. There are many words that come to mind as you walk through the master wing that, of course, includes dressing rooms for each.
Beautiful, cool colors. Note how the marble moulds the windows and doors.
And yes, there will be parties. There is certain to be a unparalleled wine collection here.
Floor plans are essential to understand. The flow must work before the house will work for you.
The second floor. The unfinished rooms are all ready to go.
The basement.
As perfectly planned out and bespoke this home is, it also feels like a warm and welcoming home. This is a place where you can throw the most fabulous parties in town or have the pre school class over for a playdate.
So, the Spring market has started. We are gearing up for all the new listings to come on so we can Sell Sell Sell! 2014 promises to be an interesting year for us and we look forward to showing you some beautiful real estate. Call us if you have any questions regarding properties you are curious about.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
Hello 2014!!! – UPDATE
Sunday, January 12, 2014A new year is upon us and we hope, new listings as well. It has been a rather dull Fall market but the holiday was busy for us with the launch of our listing at 327 Middlesex Road. There were also 2 other listings that came on, 223 West Avenue (listed for $879,000 with Linda Terhune) and 25 Raymond Street (listed for $839,000 with Kate Balanoff). ACCEPTED OFFER! Heard there were multiple bids. Is this a sign of what the Spring market will bring?
25 Raymond Street has great curb appeal. You can also walk to Rowayton and have some lunch at our favorite Flea.
This kitchen had us at hello. We loved the urban feel and those fabulous floors!!!
The homeowner did a wonderful job renovating the kitchen and baths in this house.
Bright space for having friends over.
Another great spot. Wish the hide came with the house. This 3 bedroom house is bound to sell quickly.
223 West Avenue also has great curb appeal. Any home with a front porch I love.
This 4 bedroom house has high ceilings and spacious rooms.
Renovated kitchen!!!One less thing to do when you move in.
Another room to live in.
Go and see these homes if you are in the market. Both great yet different. We expect the market to be busy this spring and it will start happening early. Contact us if you have any real estate needs we can help you with at info@realindarien.com.
327 Middlesex Road OPEN HOUSE TODAY, 2-4PM
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Come check out our open house at 327 Middlesex Road today from 2-4pm. This home is in a good, central location and has a great price of $850,000.
Opportunity knocking
Saturday, December 28, 2013It’s on, it’s our’s, and this is a fabulous opportunity for someone to create a home to live for! 327 Middlesex Road in Darien. Listed by Abigail Moore and Kim Swift at Kelly Associates. Asking $850,000. Please call if you have any questions or would like to see this property.
Wonderful location. Close to trains, schools and shopping.
It’s a wrap
Monday, December 23, 2013With a little more than $13,000,000 put under contract this year, 2013 was very busy at Real in Darien. Most significantly, we sold our three listings within a week of hitting the market, when the average listing is on the market for 169 days. If you are thinking of getting into the market in 2014, we would love to help you sell and/or buy your next house. The right broker makes all the difference!
1. 25 Brush Island – after finding the buyer for 27 Brush Island last year, we were able to secure 25 Brush Island for our customers who had been renting the main house for the past two years. Asking $4,495,000 offered through Kelly Associates.
2. 13 Oak Park – Our listing asking $1,150,000. SOLD in A WEEKEND with multiple bids.
Remember “Fab Master Bath”? We had multiple bids with in days of listing
one of our favorites!
3. 60 Gardner Street – Our listing asking $1,099,000. SOLD the first weekend on the market.
The front door. A very important place to start. The house has fantastic curb appeal.
4. 207 Middlesex – Our buyers bought this fantastic new construction in May. Asking price $1,725,000. They were able to work with the builder to customize and add upgrades to the original plans.
Our customers worked with the builder to build a “dreamy” home.
5 .207 Middlesex – Our listing asking $1,995,000. Accepted offer in the first week on the market and now UNDER CONTRACT.
Gorgeous new construction in a fabulous location.
5. 327 Middlesex – A Kelly listing asking $849,000. Our Buyers are planning great things for this fabulous location at the top of Leroy Avenue.
Charming Cottage now. Wait until you see the transformation!
6. 45 Swifts Lane – Asking $2,995,000. Our buyers fell in love! UNDER CONTRACT. Offered through Halstead/Darien office.
45 Swifts Lane. A fantastic sweeping property on Gorham Pond.
7. 236 Tokeneke Road – A rental asking $3,600. RENTED by our customers.
It’s been a great year. And, we owe it all to our readers!
There is a lot to look forward to in 2014. We anxiously await many fabulous new listings!
HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!