Westchester Real Estate Market Stats November 2016

IMG_20131018_125643_680With mortgage rates at still unbelievably low rates ( last Friday’s rates reflected 30 year fixed rates posted at 3.625% (APR 3.648%) for loans up to $625,500 , and 15 year fixed loans posted at 3.25% (APR 3.178%), no one can deny that it is a great time in which to purchase a home.

Couple that with the New York State Association of Realtor’s recent article, there will be a small increase in home sales this year with a year end sales at 5.4 Million, growing to 5.5 Million in 2017 and 5.7 Million the year after that… (how can they do that?), it is still a great time in which both purchase and sell your home.  Lower mortgage rates enable more buyers to purchase, and per  NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun,  Long-term interest rates are expected to tick up but stay low by historical standards for the foreseeable future. He forecasted rates to end the year at 3.6 percent, then rise to 4.1 percent in 2017 and then to 4.5 percent.

On a local level, and we should never forget that real estate is always local, and just as Mr. Yun cites that home ownership is at an all-time low at just 63.5% (lowest rate in 50 years), and with mortgages harder to obtain, sales vary greatly in different areas.

Hard to give stats in November, but in looking at the stats for 2015 first 10 months in comparison to stats for the previous year, sales prices were slightly down this year in comparison to 2015 in the New Rochelle area with fewer listings,  and higher in both number of sales and sales prices in the Larchmont area.  With interest rates at so low rates, a great time in which to buy, and another indication that marketing, pricing, photography, market placement are tantamount to obtaining a great sales price.

 

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161 Forest Avenue – Public Open House 11/6/ 1-3 p.m

dsc06268Welcome home to this 4 bedroom, 3 bath 3700 Square foot Mediterranean on 0.41 of an acre located in prestigious Forest Heights. There is an in-ground swimming pool, a large over sized family room with skylights, living room with fireplace, and don’t forget to enjoy the wonderful sauna that seats 10 in the lower level. The large eat in kitchen offers a Viking stove, Subzero Refrigerator, Island and exudes warmth and character! The Master Bedroom is huge with a walk-in closet, and an en suite beautifully renovated bathroom in earth tones. and don’t forget the sitting porch. Three additional bedrooms, and a wonderfully renovated hall bath with a claw foot tub await your bathing pleasure.gays-pool

 

Close to fine dining, trains and just 35 minutes to New York City. The neighborhood also boasts a home owners association where you can get together for pot luck dinners. Perfect!  There is  a public open house today from 1-3 p.m

New Rochelle is GREAT!

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The Second Annual Julia B. Fee Larchmont Haunted House

img_0980My manager, Carolyn Fugere   (see here on the far left with Ali Greene, Patti Anderson and Daniel DeMasi)  has in-exhaustive energy.  She decided to have a haunted house within our office both last year and this year, and my fellow associates worked really hard to make the office look both scary  (but not too scary) but also fun. Mr. Paul Breunich donated the huge Hershey Candy bars for the young ‘trick or treaters ‘ and I understand 215 chocolate bars were given out in just over an hour before the Annual Larchmont Ragamuffin Parade.

This wonderful festive event was postponeed this year from October 22nd to Saturday the 29th due to inclement weather but it was well worth the wait! So many wonderful reasons to reside in Larchmont, and this event is one of them!

Larchmont is GREAT!

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The 4th Annual March of Dimes Signature Chef’s Auction

march-of-dimesIn real estate, networking is a key component to success. However, while we network, we also have wonderful opportunities to meet fantastic people, who then become friends,  and we are sometimes offered the opportunity to help one another in different avenues.

When I received a call from Amir Asadi to attend the 4th Annual  March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction, of course I said ‘yes!”.  Amir, one of the Committee Members, is always involved in one philanthropic venture or another, and his name can be seen at so many charity events. He is  a member of the Rotary Club, and I have had the pleasure of first meeting him over 3 years ago at the REVamp Networking Group. and Amir’s charm and intelligence has always been a constant where ever he goes!

The March of Dimes is an important charity, and this year’s event was a great success. The evening commenced at 6 p.m. with top local restaurants such as the Crabtree Kittle House,  Trevi Ristorante, Mima, The Crystal Spoon,   G & K Sweet Foods, Longford’s,  L’Inizio, The Rye Roadhouse, Slovenia (vodka!), The Yonker’s Brewing Co., Chutney Masala,  Zwilling Cooking School and Cooper’s Mill.

There was music, a silent auction, and the atmosphere was charged as the evening progressed with an auction, and introductions from this year’s Emcee, Mary Calvi whothen made the introductions for this year’s honoree  Martin Ball, who is the Senior Vice President and Banking Head at Customers Bank Private Commercial Banking Division, Dr. Shetal Shah who was this year’s Excellence in Advocacy Award Winner and the Mission Speaker, Zachary Lopane (a wonderful and eloquent young man).

A great event. A marvelous evening. A worthwhile charity. Thank you Amir.

Westchester is GREAT!

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The Lombardi – Park Place New Rochelle – a Luxury Rental Building!

lombardi-flyer_general%5b2%5d-1As a member of both the Larchmont Chamber of Commerce and the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce I try to support  the local businesses as much I can. There are always conflicts in our daily schedules, but I was truly happy that I was able to pop into the Grand Opening of the Lombardi yesterday evening (albeit a little late!). Mayor Bramson attended the ribbon cutting event, and there was a wonderful open house yesterday. What is the Lombardi?

It is a luxury rental building that is in easy walking distance to downtown New Rochelle, its fine restaurants and the trains. The building offers a European decor, and the apartments themselves are spacious, modern with granite counters, and great storage. The one bedroom units are  currently rented, but there are 2 bedroom units still available. Lisa Sangster of Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s is the listing agent, and she has been doing a fantastic job of marketing this great building. Lisa has had help from both Martha Rubio and Cat Runcie also from the Larchmont Julia B. Fee Office, and the pride in their hardwork was evident yesterday!

Locals restaurants and businesses, Posto 22, The Wooden Spoon,  Roc N Ramen, Sweet Potatoes, Pop’s Espresso Bar,  ISP Parking sponsored  the tasty food at the grand opening, and everyone enjoyed the aperitifs, artisan cheeses, pasta dishes, Southern cuisine, roasted brussel sprouts (delicious) and the delicious pastries that were in abundant supply from 4:30 -8 p.m! Bob Marrone and Jennifer Lanser helped coordinate and organize this great event along with Lisa, Martha and Cat. I saw many agents from the Larchmont office there including  my Manager (of course!), Carolyn Fugere, Mimi Magarelli, Arlene Gibbs, Willoughby Dobson and Penny Weiner.

Call 914-380-3500 for availability today!

New Rochelle is great!

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New Rochelle 2016 Third Quarter Market Report – Trinity Elementary School

Private_beachThe zip codes can be confusing when it comes to researching different Elementary schools, as the Trinity School is both in the 10801 and the 10805 zip codes. SO, rather than list by zip code, since there are 2 zip codes included, I thought to list this by Elementary School.

Firstly, there were 33 sold homes sold in this area.  The least expensive home sold for $299,000 , and the most expensive home in this Elementary School  District sold at $1,550,000.  Why such a disparity?  This particular school district and zip codes cover the waterfront homes too.

The average price per square foot was $288.53 and the average sales price to original list price was 96.84%.

I had the pleasure of selling a waterfront home the other year at $2,350,000 (2010) , and another at $1,796,000 (2012).  People appreciate the close proximity to the city, private beaches in some cases, and we also feature great parks, beach clubs, marinas and 3 colleges too! ( College of New Rochelle, Iona College, and Monroe College.

Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s Third Quarter Market Report

New Rochelle is GREAT!

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2016 Haunted Open House Saturday 10/22 11:30-1:30 p.m

Of course, most of the fun is decorating the office, having fun with all of the associates, and making new friends! However, whenever we see those little faces light up as they enter the haunted house makes it very special. Before the Ragamuffin parade, a great way to while away some time, have fun, and don’t forget there is a bid chocolate bar awaiting your little one! Saturday, October 22nd from 11:30-1:30 p.m. at  Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s, 1946 Palmer Avenue. Cheers!

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Third Quarter Market Report – New Rochelle 10804

dsc_0303-21What a crazy, exciting and busy year to-date! Home sales have been fluid, and I have had the privilege of representing homes bringing forth multiple bidding. I would also mention however, it also depends upon price point, condition and location.

In trying to make this as simple as possible (!!!) for New Rochelle has 5 Elementary Schools, and since some of the zip codes represent those different Elementary schools,  I have broken down the sales accordingly. Also, with the lesser priced homes selling quickly, I have also broken down the sales in different price points.  It should be noted that the zip code 10804 includes both Davis and Ward Elementary Schools, while the Davis School Elementary School is in both the 10804 an 10583 zip codes. There are also homes in the 10801 zip code that are in the Ward School Elementary School.2014-06-08-10-04-20

Single Family Homes – Ward School  $0-$499,000  10804/10801

There were 15 single family detached homes sold  in this price range with the lowest  price being $210,000, highest $499,000, with an average price per square foot of $226.61.  The average sales price percentage  to the original list price percentage was 92.69%.

dsc06268-1Single Family Homes – Ward School – $500,000 – $699,000 10804/10801

There were 32 single family detached homes sold  in this price range with the lowest price being $503,500 (and selling over asking price), and the highest priced sold home being $596,566 with an average price per square foot of $273,70. The average sales price percentage  to the original list price percentage  was 96.24%.

Single Family Homes-  Ward School $700,000 – $800,000 10804/1080112theserpentine_low-res_571

There were 13 single family detached homes sold in this price range with the lowest price being $700,000 and the highest priced sale being $795,000, with an average sold price per square foot of $313.57. The average sales price percentage  to original list price percentage was 98.85%.

Single Family Homes – Ward School $800,000 – $999,000 10804/10801

There were 16 single family detached homes sold in this price range with the lowest price being $810,000 (over the list price of $799,000 – my listing!), and the highest priced sale being $975,000, with an average price per square foot of $284.81. The average sales price percentage to the original sales price percentage was 94. 42%.

DSCN6650Single Family Homes – Ward School $1,000,000 + 10804/10801

There were 21 single family homes sold in this price range with the lowest price being $1,030,000 (sold over asking – my listing!), and the highest sales price being $1,775,000, with an average price per square foot of $306.81. The average sales price percentage to the original list price percentage was 90.38%. There were 10 homes sold under $1.2, and 11 homes sold over that price point.

Single Family Detached Homes  $0-$499,000 – George M. Davis Elementary School – 10804/10583

There were 7 single family detached homes sold in this price range with the lowest sales price being $342,000, and the highest sold price being $499,000, with an average price per square foot of $300.65. The average sales price percentage to the original list price percentage was 93.30%. 

Single Family Detached Homes  $500,000 – $699,000 – George M. Davis Elementary School – 10804/10583

There were 29 single family detached homes sold in this price range with the lowest sales  price being $515,000 and the highest price sales price being $675,000, with an average price per square foot of $303.80. The average sales price percentage to the original list price percentage was 97.89%.01_15carlisleroad_57_frontview_hires

Single Family Detached Homes $700,000 – $800,000 – George M. Davis Elementary School 10804/10583

There were 14  single family detached homes sold in this price range with the lowest sales price being $700,000 and the highest sales price being $800,000, with an average price per square foot of $327.25. The average sales price percentage to the original list price percentage was 95.19%.

Single Family Detached Homes $801,000 – $999,000 – George M. Davis Elementary School 10804/10583

There were 13 single family detached homes sold in this price range with the lowest sales price being $810,000 and the highest sales price being $975,000, with a price per square foot of $334.28.  The average sales price percentage to the original list price percentage was 97.49%.Gay Rosen at Glen Island Harbour Club

 

Single Family Detached Homes $1,000,000 + – George M. Davis Elementary School 10804-10583

There were 10 single family detached homes sold in this price range with the lowest price being $1,045,000 and the highest price being $1,930,000 with a price square foot of $354.02. The average sales price percentage to the original list price percentage was 95.17%.

06_15carlisleroad_102_location2_hiresWhat can we garner from these stats? Typically, the DAVIS Elementary School covers the Larchmont Woods area, and Northern New Rochelle  whereas the William B Ward Elementary School area covers the central area of New Rochelle. We can see that the homes in the Larchmont Wood School area  sell on average more per price per square foot. Both Elementary Schools offer the Albert Leonard Middle School. It should also be noted that with the New Rochelle area offering Magnet Schools, we have o very much to offer!

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New Rochelle is GREAT!

 

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New Rochelle – close to the City – Perfect for Movies & Commercials

img_0608-1It seems that I write a blog post each year on this very subject, but it always bears repeating! New Rochelle is so close to the city, and it is so representative of beautiful Tudor Homes, Colonial homes, Mediterraneans, Mid Century modern homes, ranches that it is always the perfect location for movies, commercials and television series.img_0703

These past few weeks, we have seen trucks, excitement and many people filing on Broadview and Forest Avenues.  The name of the upcoming television series? “Thanksgiving.” Two guesses as to when it will be aired! Ha!  This particular TV series was filmed in both the Paine Heights area, and the Forest Heights area. I am privileged to have a listing in both of these areas. 229 Paine Avenue is a beautiful Georgian Colonial in the prestigious Paine Heights area, and 161 Forest Avenue is a great Mediterranean located in the Forest Heights area!

Earlier this year, I saw them filing scenes for Sarah Jessica Parker’s series “Divorce” in New Rochelle also. Did you know that we have many (and still have) many famous celebrities living in our fair city?

New Rochelle is GREAT!

 

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Days of Wine & Roses – 229 Paine Avenue

img_0326I have had the pleasure of marketing some wonderful homes. One such home is 229 Paine Avenue, New Rochelle.  Priced at $1,125,000 with 6 bedrooms, 3817 square feet, and located in the prestigious area of Paine Heights. New Rochelle.  I like to be creative in my marketing, and decided to serve wine and cheese at one such Broker’s Open House. It is a wonderful way in which to remind the agents that the home is available, and everyone loves free food! There are also many agents who have never seen a home be it they have other appointments,  inspections, and so it is always appropriate to have as many broker open houses as required until the home is sold.  Here I am (top right) with some fellow Julia B. Fee Associates Cate Jarrett, (top left), Kathy Tamagna (bottom left), and Jeanne Kiernan.   New Rochelle is GREAT!

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