Rye City February 2022 Real Estate Market Stats

Posted on March 1 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

Rye City is GREAT!

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Larchmont February 2022 Real Estate Market Stats

Posted on March 1 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

Larchmont is Great!

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Mamaroneck P.O. February 2022 Real Estate Market Stats

Posted on March 1 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

Mamaroneck is Great!

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Mamaroneck School District February 2022 Market Stats

Posted on March 1 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

Mamaroneck is great!

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New Rochelle Real Estate Market Stats February 2022

Posted on March 1 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

New Rochelle is Great!

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5 Reasons to Buy a Home in Larchmont!

Posted on February 22 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

With the weather so beautiful today, surely spring must be just around the corner!

Homes are first entering the market in the Larchmont area, and if you are considering the area and need a little persuasion – then here are 5 reasons to help you understand the Larchmont vibe, what a great community it is, and how you will find your forever home!

  1. The Performing Arts Curriculum Experience at the Mamaroneck High School

The schools are sought after and for good reason!

2) Swim Across America . You might ask why I write this as a reason to live in Larchmont, but this annual event is indicative of the community itself in raising money for others, in helping those who have cancer, and to bringing friends, family from far and wide together for an unbelievable and such a worthwhile event. The date this year is July 30th!

Horseshoe Harbor

3) Manor Park and Beach . If you reside in the area, or even close to the area, then you have probably walked through Manor Park, taken scenic memorable photographs (perhaps capturing the wonderful sunsets) or perhaps taken your easel there to paint the wondrous views. Located in the Manor is the Horseshoe Yacht Club , which is well known for its adult and Junior sailing programs!

4) As a Realtor, we always emphasize, location, location, location. I would be so remiss if I didn’t mention that Larchmont is so very close to New York City (just 21 miles away); has a wonderful European flavor (partly due to the local French American School), offers some fine restaurants, great beach clubs, and some spectacular homes. Oh, and so many homes are located very close to the train station too!

From a past event!

5) Family events. From the Ragamuffin parade held in October, to Big Truck Day/ Street Fair for the whole family, the art exhibits, outdoor concerts and movie nights in the parks or just the community race events, there is always something for everyone in the Larchmont area!

Come and visit,. You will love it! Dont have a Realtor? Call me!

Larchmont is GREAT!

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922 Harmon Drive Public Open House Saturday 2/19 1-3 p.m.

Posted on February 18 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

Please join me from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday February 19th ay 922 Harmon Drive, Larchmont, New York.

Imagine yourself by the semi inground heated pool with its surrounding deck, enjoying your favorite beverage, and being located so close to fine dining, all transportation, schools and stores alike! This is the perfect opportunity to buy now and enjoy the pool in the summer months which will be upon us before you know it! Welcome home to this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with an updated modern eat-in kitchen, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, dining area with French doors to the deck and pool area, living room with a fireplace and a great den area. While 1638 square feet, it lives much larger. There is so much charm and is the perfect entree to a desirable area. The home also features hardwood floors, gas heating, updated modern bathrooms (a skylight too!) and a one car garage. Just 40 minutes to New York City. Low taxes too! THis charming home is being offered at $749,000.

New Rochelle is GREAT!

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The Bayberry Community

Posted on February 18 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

While I originally posted this blog a few years ago, I felt I compelled to update it now! One of my biggest regrets is not having purchased a home in the New Rochelle Bayberry community so many years ago  ( can’t give away my age!) when we were first looking for a home in New Rochelle. This community was built in the 1950’s and there were basically 3 different original styles as described in an original marketing brochure -“The Bayberry Model  ( 3 bedrooms, 2 baths) , “The Bayberry Split – either 3 or 4 bedrooms plus a den and 2 baths, and “The Bayberry Expanded Model” which was either a 4 or 5 bedroom home plus a den and 3 bathrooms.

200 homes were originally built, and of course the community recreational area with the Olympic sized pool, children’s wading pool and shuffleboard court! I loved perusing through the brochure and noting how each home would have a Chamber’s  stove. There are still a few homes with that original stove!

Over the years, the community grew, and those homeowners who chose to live in Bayberry have developed it beautifully. Many homeowners, loving the area so much, expanded their homes upwards, outwards, and so when you drive through you can see a variety of different styles today.  The community pool area changed too. There is now a tennis court, the Olympic sized pool of course, the children’s wading pool, a volleyball court, a basketball court, a cafe, a summer camp, children’s playground,  a pickleball (a cross between badminton, tennis and table tennis!) and seasonal community activities are offered too. Each home owner must  pay the Bayberry dues of currently $650 per year (payable in two installments –  February and October, and then tennis, pool membership are additional yearly costs. 

New Rochelle is GREAT!

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How Much Will it Take?

Posted on February 17 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

A crass statement, but I can recall 14-15 years ago, some of the older, more seasoned agents would call regarding placing a bid, and ask “how much will it take to secure the home for my clients?” I can recall that while I was thrilled on behalf of my sellers, I felt somewhat appalled to think that the buyers were willing to offer x amount/seemingly any amount in order to obtain the home.

Fast forward to 2020 onward, and there were so many buyers leaving the city or rather escaping the city, that the inventory couldn’t accommodate the need. While a slightly slower start in 2020 as the Pandemic came upon us, homes have been selling anywhere from 5% – 25% over the list price with seemingly no regret, and I can’t help but start getting that “icky’ feeling again. When I represent my seller clients, I obviously would like to obtain the highest sales price possible for them. That is my Fiduciary duty. As a buyer’s agent, I would like my buyer clients to obtain a home they will enjoy living in for the ensuing years, but I would never wish for them to feel uncomfortable with what they had paid for that home. I am so thankful that I have clients that have returned to me for their real estate transactions 1, 2 3 or in one instance 4 times over the course of my career as they know that I have THEIR best interests at heart always, and I would always try to advise them honestly and correctly so they have no regrets.

I can recall hearing after the last real estate boom in Larchmont, there were those buyers who hadn’t realized their taxes would also increase commensurate with the sales price. Their agents were so intent upon obtaining the house for them, that they perhaps hadn’t explained everything.

When purchasing a home, any buyer should feel comfortable when placing their bid, having received information from their agent about the home from the town files, having seen what similar homes have sold for in the area, tax information, and have spoken at length with their mortgage broker and preferred real estate attorney.

The Home Buying Process 2018 by Gay Rosen | Larchmont and New Rochelle News / The Rosen Reports

The best piece of advice I can offer to any buyers, is to not buy with emotion but rather your head (pocket!), and don’t feel pressured into over bidding on a home. Your bid should always be a comfortable one for you, and only bid on what the home is worth to YOU.

I am here for all of your real estate needs!

Westchester is GREAT!

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Happy Valentine’s Day from James!

Posted on February 12 2022 by Gay E. Rosen

James and Ricky live in New Rochelle and LOVE it! I am so blessed as it would seem I am always receiving flowers from James in a photo format (which is a wonderful way to start my day!), and I wanted to share some of them with you all in a slideshow below.

I asked James for his current thoughts about our fair city, and here is what he had to say. “Even thoguh right now she is little of an ugly duckling with all of the construction, I love this city.

My latest excitement was a retro marble Nutella Bundt cake from the Bread Factory. It was fantastic! We are also enjoying Tuesday wine nights at Posto. They are proving to be a lot of fun with a rotating cast of old and NewRo friends. It’s a great place in which to hang out!

One negative right now are the potholes at the intersection of North Avenue and Burling Lane!”

New Rochelle is GREAT!

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