Bergen County New Jersey Updated Newsletter | February 2012
Hi everyone 
and Lisa says Hi! 
Now that Groundhogs Day is over let the spring market commence!
The Holiday Season is over as well and the Spring Real Estate Market is Close at Handl!
It's February 2012!
The month of January had brought with it the some very unusually warm temperatures in the Northeast and I'm not complaining about that at all.
The arrival of cooler weather hasn't hit yet but I am sure it will ultimately win out as February has historically been one of the coldest months of the year. 
Can It Be February 2012' Already?
Wow, where has the time gone?
Our February Real Estate Newsletter has arrived.
Bergen County New Jersey Updated Newsletter
The Real estate market is moving forward with many homes selling.
The savvy buyers who are coming out and viewing homes have a great selection of homes to choose from.
Below is the HammersTeam's Newest Listing on the prestigious West Hill of Hillsdale New Jersey
Click on the picuture for a walk through of this lovely home:
Customers have been connecting with us through the Internet and keeping an eye on
Bergen County New Jersey Homes For Sale.
We believe buyers are starting to realize that prices as well as interest rates are not going to be staying this low forever!
It remains an opportune time right now to buy the home of your dreams. 
We are excited at the possibilities available for first time home buyers as well as sellers looking to move up. 
Historically, interest rates have never been this low.
How long will this last?
No one knows for sure, so First Time Home buyers have a wonderful opportunity right now to get a terrific rate on a mortgage.
Either moving up or buying for the first time, now is a great time to make the move to
Home Ownership.
This Month's Newsletter is full of interesting and useful information that we think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.
Bergen County New Jersey Updated Newsletter | February 2012
This month's issue includes topics such as:
"How Does Your Home Compare to Others on the Market?";
"Housing at Forefront of Concerns With Presidential Election";
"Why Buy a Home Now?";
"Relying On Your Agent";
"Top 10 Tips for Sellers";
Plus a roundup of January real estate activity as well as much more advice and information.
Bergen County New Jersey Updated Newsletter | February 2012
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River Vale New Jersey Real Estate | December 2011 Single Family Homes Sold Report
River Vale New Jersey saw Five home closed in this popular town as the Holiday Season kicks off. The average Sold price was $383,200 (down significantly from last month) for the upscale town of River Vale NJ.
River Vale NJ is amongst the 8 Pascack Valley towns of Bergen County New Jersey and it's lush park-like character has prompted it to be known as the "Garden Spot" of the Pascack Valley. This small tight knit community is constantly changing to keep up with the times while maintaining that very desirable small town feel.
The price differential for December is around 12%. The average days on the market was 78 for the month of December indicating that the Pascack Valley area market has continued to slow down for the holiday season in this volatile market.
With interest rates the lowest they have ever been hovering at 4% or even below, we think Buyers can take advantage of some really wonderful opportunities to own their piece of Small Town America in this special town known for it's suburban green lawns a plenty!
River Vale New Jersey Real Estate | December 2011 Single Family Homes Sold Report
Total Homes Sold..........................5
Average List Price...............$430,360
Average Sold Price............ $383,200
Median Sold Price..............$375,000
Sale/List Price....................... 89.042( 11-12% differential)
Average Days On Market .......................... 78
River Vale New Jersey Real Estate | December 2011 Single Family Homes Sold Report
There are currently 46 Actively Listed homes in the town of River Vale with an average List Price of $475,979. When comparing the average sold price of $383.200 to this month's average list price, we must assume that the market is still in a sharp downward trend. But one must keep in mind that the Average Sold price is for smaller modest homes in the lower price ranges on up to the larger homes in the million dollar plus price range.
Actively listed River Vale NJ Homes For Sale range from a 1960's 4 Bedroom Center Hall Colonial style home for $389,000 up to a new construction 6 Bedroom Colonial Manor to be built for $1,298,950.
There are ultimately homes available for every budget.
Interested in last month's report? Click here to see that River Vale NJ Market Report.
Click here to view ALL River Vale Local Listings
Click on the links below to view some scenes of the picturesque Pascack Valley towns of Bergen County New Jersey.
River Vale New Jersey Real Estate | December 2011 Single Family Homes Sold Report
River Edge NJ Homes Sold Report| December 2011
Five homes closed in the Bergen County town of River Edge as the Winter season and has arrived but the weather hasn't chaged too too much as of yet here in Bergen County NJ.
And I don't have a problem with that.......
With interest rates continuing to remain lower than ever, qualified Buyers can take advantage of some wonderful opportunities to own a piece of Small Town America!
There's no place like A New River Edge Home!
The town of River Edge is constantly changing to keep up with the times while maintaining that desirable small town feel. 
Residents can take advantage of the many amenities offered by this wonderful Bergen County town.
River Edge, New Jersey December 2011:
Total Homes Sold..........................5
Average List Price..............$ 430,360
Average Sold Price.............$383,200
Median Sold Price..............$375,000
Average Days on Market ....................... 78
Sale/List Price.......................89.042 (11% - 12% differential)
There are currently 49 Actively Listed homes in the town of River Edge with an average List Price of $478,307.
There are some fantastic opportunities in this popular town with prices for every budget.
Sold information was taken from the NJ Multiple Listing Service and does not include privately sold homes. All information is deemed reliable.
River Edge NJ Homes Sold Report| December 2011
Closter NJ Homes Sold Report| December 2011' Bergen County NJ Home Sales
The Northern Valley town of Closter saw Eight homes closed as the warmer temps of this past fall seem to want to continue into the Winter Season. Now that the Holidays are over we are officially into the winter season but have not experienced a bad bout of weather like we had last year here in the Northeast.
Thankfully.....
With it many buyers are taking advantage of the warmer temps and lack of snow to view the current inventory of homes on the market here.
With interest rates lower than ever, qualified Buyers can take advantage of some wonderful opportunities to own their own piece of Small Town America!
There's no place like A New Closter Home!
The town of Closter is constantly changing to keep up with the times while maintaining that desirable small town feel.
Residents can take advantage of the many amenities offered by this town .
Closter the Hub of the Northern Valley.
Closter NJ Homes Sold Report| December 2011' Bergen County NJ Home Sales
Closter, New Jersey December 2011' Real Estate Market Activity:
Total Homes Sold.......................... 8
Average List Price..............$ 485,088
Average Sold Price.............$ 426,263
Median Sold Price..............$ 407,550
Average Days on the Market.......................52
Sale/List Price.................... 87.873 (13%- 14% differential)
There are currently 58 Actively Listed homes in the town of Closter with an average List Price of $ 882,054.
There are some fantastic opportunities in this popular Bergen County town with prices for every budget.
Click here to see all listings in Closter NJ 
Want to see what last months report was? Closter Last Month
Click on the links below to view some scenes of other picturesque Pascack Valley towns.
Closter NJ Homes Sold Report| December 2011' Bergen County NJ Home Sales
Bergen County New Jersey Real Estate Update | January 2012
Hi everyone
So long to 2011'.
The Holiday Season Has Been Swell!
January 2012 is here!
The month of December had brought with it the some very warm temperatures here and so far that trend is continuing into January of 2012.
I'm not complaining about that at all....
The arrival of cooler weather will ultimately win out though as winter is officially here now.
Can It Be January of 2012 Already?
Wow, where has the time gone?
Our January Real Estate Newsletter has arrived.
The Real estate market is moving forward with many homes selling.
The savvy buyers who are coming out and viewing homes have a great selection of homes to choose from.
Bergen County New Jersey Real Estate Update | January 2012
Customers have been connecting with us through the Internet and keeping an eye on
Bergen County New Jersey Homes For Sale.
We believe buyers are starting to realize that prices as well as interest rates are not going to
be staying low forever!
It remains an opportune time right now to buy the home of your dreams.
We are excited at the possibilities available for first time home buyers as well as sellers looking to move up.
Historically, interest rates have never been this low.
How long will this last?
No one knows for sure, so First Time Home buyers have a wonderful opportunity right now to get a terrific rate on a mortgage.
Either moving up or buying for the first time, now is a great time to make the move to
Home Ownership.
This Month's Newsletter is full of interesting and useful information that we think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.
Bergen County New Jersey Real Estate Newsletter | January 2012
This month's issue includes topics such as:
"Homeownership Still The American Dream, Fuels Economy";
"Buyers: Making the Right Choice";
"Housing Answer: Principal Reduction?";
"Choosing to Sell";
"15 Tips for Living Green";
Plus a roundup of December real estate activity as well as much more advice and information.
Bergen County New Jersey Real Estate Update | January 2012
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Check out some of the Top Places To Live in America, as reported by CNN's Money Magazine. The Pascack Valley's own town of River Vale is #29 on the list! Many of the Bergen County and particularly Pascack Valley towns share the same criteria used in the development of this list of towns. We're here to offer free information about the Communities we service. We don't stop there either. We take time to listen to your needs and develop a strategy for making sure you find the perfect "Home of your Dreams"!
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Contact me with confidence in knowing that I was born and raised in Hillsdale and have a vast knowledge and historical backround in the town of Hillsdale New Jersey as well as surrounding towns of Westwood, Emerson, Woodcliff Lake, Park Ridge, Montvale, Washington Township, River Vale and Old Tappan. Pascack Valley has been my area since I was born. My grandfather was a builder in the town of Hillsdale. I have a rich history having been raised in Hillsdale. I have seen the town change over the years and seen the progress which is happening all the time.
Hillsdale A down-to-earth residential community, where families enjoy a safe, quiet quality of life. The Hillsdale borough has a population of approximately 10,000. It has many qualities that strongly appeal to home buyers, including an excellent Pascack Valley School system, recreation groups and facilities as well as a solid transportation infrastructure. Hillsdale was the subject of a 2004' article in the The New York Times, titled A Haven For Commuters with Families. For even more information about the town of Hillsdale visit our full service website page about Hillsdale.
Westwood is known as the 'Hub" of the Pascack Valley area in the center of Bergen County and is approximately 10 miles north-northwest of the George Washington Bridge and approximately 7 miles south of the New Jersey - New York state border. Westwood has a trendy downtown Business District with Stores that are sure to appeal to everyone. The Pascack Valley Train line also stops in Westwood and NJ Transit Buses are also plentiful. Westwood schools are top notch and children are joined by the children from Washington Township to attend Westwood Jr/Sr High School. For even more information about the town of Westwood visit our full service website page about Westwood.
River Vale is a small township setting a new standard for family living. Real estate options consist of single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses. The River Vale community has a lush, park-like character, prompting some to call it the Garden Spot of the Pascack Valley. The scenery is further enhanced with quaint, winding roads and scenic, historic homes. River Vale Golf Courses are an enjoyable community feature. Along the same lines as the Hillsdale New York Times article, the township of River Vale was featured by Money Magazine as number 29 on their list of the Top 100 Places To Live In America! The River Vale Schools manage three campuses, serving the elementary and middle grades. High school students then move on to the Pascack Valley High School, where they are joined by Hillsdale students. For even more information visit our full service website page about River Vale.
Emerson The quintessential Suburban Community of Emerson has a closely knit population that truly deserves its reputation as "The Family Town". Like so many of the Pascack Valley towns, the town center revolves around it's transportation link to NYC with a quaint Train Station and convenient strip of shops and Restaurants. The town main strip is currently undergoing many changes with an updated New Emerson Pharmacy, affordable Senior Housing Complex as well as the strip mall on Kinderkamack Road. This mall promises to be a super convenience to the local residents of the Emerson community which now includes a Super Stop n' Shop. The Emerson Schools are highly rated and enjoy a rich Sports program. For even more information visit our full service website page about Emerson.
Washington Township Is an upscale town which has maintained it's family atmosphere. The town of Washington Township has undergone recent updates to keep up with the ever changing times. The Township's Public Library got a new face lift along with the conveniently located town shopping center on Pascack Road. Residents are sure to meet their basic needs with a major Grocery Store as well as Family Movie Theatre and several other specialty stores and eateries. Picturesque Schlegel Lake in the center of the township can be enjoyed by members as well as residents taking a stroll down the street surrounding the Lake. The township is also known for it's Condo complexes located conveint to major highways. Washington Township Schools are also top notch and the children join the town of Westwood to attend Westwood Jr/Sr High School located in Washington Township. For even more town information visit our full service website page about Washington Township.
Woodcliff Lake Is an upscale community occupying less than 4 square miles of the Pascack Valley area. The residents enjoy residential dwellings set on properties of no less than 15,000 square feet. Many well known Corporations have made Woodcliff Lake their home. Names such as Ingersoll Rand, BMW, Hilton Hotel, Perillo Tours as well as Sony and KPMG. The borough of Woodcliff Lake offers two large recreational facilities. A County Park named Wood Dale occupies 55 acres and has a large pond which doubles as an Ice Skating Rink in the coldest Winter months. There are also walking paths, children's playground and tennis courts. The Old Mill Complex and a local Park, contains a large swimming area. There are lighted tennis courts and full size athletic fields for a variety of sports throughout the town. Woodcliff Lake Schools are high quality and the children join the Montvale children to attend one of the best High Schools in New Jersey to attend Pascack Hills High School. The popular scenic Woodcliff Lake Train station offers the Pascack Valley Train line for commuters. For even more town information visit our full service website page about Woodcliff Lake.
Park Ridge Is a compact community located on less than 3 square acres and enjoys some of the lowest property tax rates in the Pascack Valley region. The town of Park Ridge operates it's own Electric Utility and the lowest electric rates in New Jersey are enjoyed by it's residents. The town also has it's own Water Utility and it's rates are 20% lower than the local Water Facility. The Park Ridge High School was rated in the top 10% of public High Schools in New Jersey with it's students going on to some of the most competitive Colleges. Park Ridge offers it's residents an Olympic sized Municipal Pool as well as a 12 acre pond which also doubles as an attractive Park area. The borough is the home of the upscale Bear's Nest Townhome complex, the former home to our past President Richard Nixon and Mrs. Nixon. The Pascack Valley Train line goes through the small town for the convenience of commuters. Although small in size, Park Ridge offers it's residents big opportunities for all to enjoy! For even more town information visit our full service website page about Park Ridge.
Montvale The Borough of Montvale offers a broad and diversified program of activities for everyone old and young alike. Starting with the Four parks offering such activities as tennis, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, roller hockey & softball to name a few. If you enjoy bowling than you can find that too at the Montvale Bowling Lanes. And for the horse lover, Mar-Bel Stables offers riding and stabling services. Outdoor Pool facilites are available to Montvale residents on a membership fee basis by the privately run Montvale Swim Club. For the active Senior, the Montvale Senior Club has various trips and activities. Top quality Montvale Schools offer children superior education. Pascack Hills High School is one of the area's top rated schools with students grades 9-12 from Montvale and Woodcliff Lake in attendance. The Pascack Valley Train line as well as NJ Transit buses are available for the convenience of commuters in the community. For even more town information visit our full service website page about Montvale.
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The house is very comfortable and the area seems very nice. I'm just relaxing and enjoying Bergen County--we even plan to go out to dinner with my dad and my sister's family tonight to the Blue Moon Mexican Restaurant right around the block in Woodcliff Lake. We'll definitely have you over sometime later this spring/summer to see the place. I just wanted to say again how impressed I was with your professionalism and personal touch throughout the entire process.
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