I saw the sign on Pennsylvania Avenue near the gazebo, "Volunteers needed for Downingtown's Sesquicentennial Celebration. Call 610-269-0344." I'd seen it for a couple of days, and finally decided this was something I needed to be involved in.
I was born in West Chester, PA and lived in Downingtown until I was eight years old. Downingtown held many memories for me- and after living around the world (Air Force brat) - it was the only real place to call "home".What a great opportunity to give back to the community !
It has been fun to be a part of the planning - to come together with other people who care about the town and want to make the celebration event a hit with the community. The memories of the town have been so fun to learn - and I don't consider myself a real history buff.
If you'd like more information about the events including a parade and celebration day in May & a market day in October - you can visit the site I'm working on at Downingtown 150.
Compare the Market Statistics for Chester County Real Estate over the past 12 months. This information is taken from the information provided by TReND and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For a personalized report of the Real Estate Activity for your area, email Kim for a copy via email. Previously posted on WestofPhillyBurbs.com.
The number of Listings decreased by 282 units when you compare January 2008 to January 2009. This could be for a number of reasons - including that many sellers who are selling now want to sell their home. They are not testing the real estate market. The amount of homes that sold relative to the number listed did not vary too much from 2008-2009. Neither did the Days on Market (DOM).
Real Estate Report of Monthly Statistics
|
Date |
Units Listed |
Listed Volume |
Listed Average |
Pend- ed |
Units Sold |
Sold Volume |
Sold Average |
Avg DOM |
|
Jan 2009 |
626 |
233,511,105 |
373,020 |
231 |
195 |
64,782,508 |
332,217 |
90 |
|
Dec 2008 |
361 |
137,723,577 |
381,505 |
222 |
262 |
89,386,664 |
341,170 |
85 |
|
Nov 2008 |
477 |
172,303,109 |
361,222 |
226 |
289 |
93,346,278 |
322,997 |
87 |
|
Oct 2008 |
649 |
243,373,774 |
374,998 |
276 |
318 |
106,135,079 |
333,758 |
77 |
|
Sep 2008 |
818 |
308,389,108 |
377,003 |
333 |
391 |
135,360,031 |
346,189 |
73 |
|
Aug 2008 |
654 |
245,224,358 |
374,960 |
352 |
493 |
181,688,600 |
368,536 |
76 |
|
July 2008 |
817 |
313,289,732 |
383,463 |
456 |
519 |
183,314,055 |
353,206 |
67 |
|
June 2008 |
856 |
320,197,725 |
374,062 |
433 |
543 |
204,059,610 |
375,800 |
64 |
|
May 2008 |
1037 |
403,217,620 |
388,830 |
487 |
436 |
149,931,673 |
343,879 |
77 |
|
Apr 2008 |
1092 |
431,469,363 |
395,118 |
518 |
420 |
145,161,433 |
345,622 |
78 |
|
Mar 2008 |
1051 |
406,125,135 |
386,417 |
454 |
336 |
113,063,114 |
336,497 |
95 |
|
Feb 2008 |
804 |
302,371,231 |
376,083 |
388 |
287 |
94,536,450 |
329,395 |
92 |
|
Jan 2008 |
908 |
359,781,352 |
396,234 |
368 |
253 |
86,749,218 |
342,882 |
83 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Totals: |
10150 |
3,876,977,189 |
381,968 |
4744 |
4742 |
1,647,514,713 |
347,430 |
78 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
Criteria searched was $100,000 - $1,000,000. All Residential Real Estate in Chester County Statistics.
Chester County PA includes the following areas: Atglen, Avondale, Birmingham, Caln, Charlestown, Coatesville, Downingtown, E Bradford, E Brandywine, E Caln, E Coventry, E Fallowfield, E Goshen, E Marlborough, E Nantmeal, E Nottingham, E Pikeland, E Vincent, E Whiteland, Easttown, Elk, Elverson, Franklin, Highland, Honeybrook, Kennett Square, L Oxford, London Britain, London Grove, Londonderry, Malvern, Modena, N Coventry, New Garden, New London, Newlin, Oxford, Parkesburg, Penn, Pennsbury, Phoenixville, Pocopson, S Coatesville, S Coventry, Sadsbury, Schuylkill, Spring City, Thornbury, Tredyffrin, U Oxford, U Uwchlan, Uwchlan, Valley, W Bradford, W Brandywine, W Caln, W Chester, W Fallowfield, W Goshen, W Grove, W Marlborough, W Nantmeal, W Nottingham, W Pikeland, W Sadsbury, W Vincent, W Whiteland, Wallace, Warwick, Westtown, and Willistown.
Click Here for a Delaware County Real Estate Market Report.
Chester County, PA is compromised of 12 Public School Districts. They are spread out around Chester County and include many schools in each district. You can find the school calendars, school football schedules, school basketball schedules, school sports schedules, and other important information by visiting the district websites as listed below.
You can check many places for information on school statistics... one of my favorite is http://GreatSchools.net (the only bad side is there are lots of ads).
You can pick your own with over 200 acres of crops ! LittleOne5 has had two field trips here, and they are really good to the kids in the school groups. They have a learning station where they get to see inside a large refrigerator, have a treat of Apple Cider and the famous Apple Cider Donut, and get to press apples into cider themselves!
They also went on a hayride into the rows of Apple Trees and got to chose their very own three apples from the tree! "Find the right one. Hold it tight and twist three times until it comes off with a small pull."
I remember going here as a child with my grandmother, DeeDee who lived down the road. It was always a treat to come and pick out some penny candy.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month - which I have renamed Cancer Awareness month. Many people have gone "pink" with their avatars to raise awareness and remind followers of the importance of the fight.
Join in here on ActiveRain !
My daughter, AChrome, got some of the gals in the family to join in and walk for the American Cancer Society 5-mile walk in Philadelphia this past weekend. She and her friend even made us all t-shirts to wear for the team, "Save the Ta-Tas". The walk was filled with different emotions - my thoughts heavy for two friends who lost their fathers last year, a friend who is a survivor, a friend fighting the fight - and also for so many that I don't personally know with stories.
My Mission Statement: Helping others reach the Pot of Gold at the end of their particular Rainbow, whatever that might be, gives me great JOY! How can I help you?
Who "would" be able to find me a House to call Home?
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When you are looking for a new home, it’s important to have an agent that is also as excited as you are. It’s a fun process, and although it can be overwhelming at times, I try to make it as painless as possible! I am available every step of the way for questions and guidance. I listen with open ears to hear what exactly you would like to find in your special place.
Tom & Sandy are also members of The Kim Wood Team and will also ensure to make your home buying experience is fun! They also work with Buyers to get their dreams turned into reality.
I am originally from Chester County, Pennsylvania, and moved around as an Air Force brat (and later a dependant wife). The moving was a tough process – I’m sure it would have been great to have an agent by my side!
If you to buy a house that you can call home in the Chester County, Montgomery County or Delaware County regions, The Kim Wood Team can help! To begin to search for homes in the area, you can venture to my Real Estate Website and set up a profile. You can save your favorites there and add more or delete as you continue to get familiar with the area.
Who "would" get my home SOLD?
(Home Seller Information)
One of the most important aspects of getting your home sold is the marketing. I use creative ways to market your home to make sure that your home stands out among the group.
The marketing venues are endless as I spend most of my time & money on internet presence. You can see a sample Real Estate Shows Virtual Tour and visit my website for some more details. I keep up with the latest technology and you will soon see some video demonstrations of that.
I'd be happy to give you some tips for making the most value for your home. You need to make sure your home is available to see - without Sammy.
A Pre-Listing Package is available via electronic mail with no obligation and no charge. If you would like to set up an appointment in person, request via phone or email.
Who "would" be able to help me relocate to the area?
(Relocation Information)
I’m very proud of where I live, and I’d be happy to show you the highlights. When relocating to an area, it’s hard to define the exact spot you would like to live, be assured that I will be listening to you and can advise you to research the areas that will meet your needs. Sometimes it’s difficult to move to a new area- to begin to make friends, find hairdressers, and a new home! I’d like to take some of the burden from you – and lend my helping hand.
Ask again.... WHO WOULD???
Kim Wood !!!
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Who is Kim Wood ?
I am Kim Wood! I am a native of Chester County, PA, and I’ve always called it “home”. My ancestors have lived around the Delaware and Chester County regions for over 200 years. I lived in four countries during my secondary and high school years – so I know how difficult it can be to adjust to new places with children!
I have three beautiful daughters (22, 19, and 5) who are very supportive of my career in the Real Estate industry. I also have a lot of extended family in the area. My family time is important to me – and when I’m not actively working, I’m most likely with them.
I eat, live, and breathe Real Estate. It is my career that I chose – but it is also fun for me. I enjoy it so much that often I work in my “spare-time” because its what makes me happy!
You can visit me on other social networks including: Twitter, Flickr, Facebook, and BrightKite. I have a blog at www.WestofPhillyBurbs.com and also a mobile blog at www.MyMobileViewWestofPhilly.Wordpress.com.
Listen to them..... (Testimonies)
I take great pride in servicing my clients so they do not hesitate to offer my name for Real Estate Services around the Greater Chester County. Referrals are the heart of my business - and I'm never too busy to serve them with my above-expectations service.
"selling or buying. We did both..."
"For me Kim Woodwas an outstanding Realtor. I made a very quick decision to sell my house. It had not been in my current plans. From the decision to sell my house on Kim's support and knowledge was invaluable. We went through my house and she told me what I needed to do to the house to get it ready to sell. She should me what it tasks to get me the best return. I followed her instructions and my house sold for an amazing price and what I needed to have to go into my new home. She was there every step of the way. From placing my house on the market thru settlement she was there and all was in place and taken care of. I recommend her to any one needing an honest, straight forward person to deal with during this process. She made a point of getting to know me and what I wanted and provided just that. With no reservations I recommend this person to any one in the housing market today selling or buying. We did both with her."- Sandy E., Malvern PA
Bought, Sold, Bought again!
"Kim Wood was great to work with. She made us feel like we were her number one priority. We appreciated her services on finding our first home that we went back to Kim again when we were looking to sell to buy our second home. Kim really understood our needs and we look forward to using her services again in the future.
"- Tony & Lynne, Exton PA
"5 offers .... sold for more than 30 % above..."
"My husband and I thought we could save money with one of those self-serve real estate firms. After a few months of lackluster service and a failed deal, we finally turned to Kim, who had actually already advised us, free-of-charge, on some of our previous issues. Within 5 days of signing with her, we had 5 offers on the table and our property sold for more than 30% above what our original realtor wanted us to accept. Kim was very gracious, conscientious and at all times had our best interest in mind. I wish we had started with her in the beginning.""- Jim & Ellen S., Downingtown PA
"highly recommend Kim..."
"It took us quite a while to find the "right" house, Kim was extremely patient and always willing to show us whatever popped up that looked like a possibility. Emailing all the new listings daily was a HUGE help so we could both see the listing's lot size, features and location before we scheduled appointments. We actually had lots of fun looking, and still miss those daily emails. Settlement was a breeze, and all ended up great. We would highly recommend Kim to anyone, very personable and understanding!
We sold our house and bought our new one with Kim."- John & Beth F., Coatesville PA
No Time Wasting!
"I found Kimto be patient, and very practical regarding the homes that she presented to me. She listened to what type of house I was looking for, and thats what she showed me. My time was always spent well, and never wasted on filler homes. She found the house that I wanted to buy."- Joe M., Pottstown PA
Sold a home to a Florida Realtor
"I first heard about Kim a few years ago from my son and daughter in law. They said she was fairly new, but what a go getter. Being a Realtor myself, that was important. Since I was purchasing a home from out of state, Kim did a lot of extra work for me. She especially went above and beyond in helping with the closing of the home I was selling!!!! If you want the best.........
call Kim Wood. She won't let you down."- Barbara C., West Chester PA
"..we used her again...and recommended her to family"
"Kim made the process of both buying and selling a house a pleasure. While ultimately it is about the sale, she gives it such a personal touch, taking the process to heart, as if it were her house. You will always have the feeling she is doing everything to make sure you are informed and happy throughout the whole ordeal. We had such a great experience with Kim, we used her again without hesitation and recommended her to family.
"- David & Andria S., West Chester PA
From a Title/Closing Agent
"Kimis knowledgeable of the area and the marketplace. She is honest and dedicated and provides excellent customer service. She holds herself up to high professional standards and is an experienced negotiator. Kim is extremely dedicated to the people she serves and doesn't quit until she finds the right home for the right buyer."- Noreen, West Chester PA
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