Dan Cummings - Connecticut's Running Realtor

Leaving the heat of the city for a day at the shore is now a whole lot easier with Eastbound Trains to Guilford, Connecticut. Folks from Manhattan typically think of New Haven as the end of the line but effective on the 4th of July Shoreline East added convenient connections that leave Union Station minutes after the arrival of trains from Grand Central that will deliver passengers to Guilford.

There are many activities within walking distance of the Guilford Train Station. Walk less than 1/4 of a mile to step back in time while you wander the grounds of the oldest house in Connecticut. Now a museum the Henry Whitfield House was constucted of stone around 1639.

Continuing in a northward direction about a half mile will bring you to the Guilford Green. Considered one of the most picturesque town centers in New England you can simply enjoy the open space, poke around the surrounding shops or enjoy lunch at Whitfield's.

My office happens to be right next to the restaurant so if you like Guilford and decide a second home in the suburbs would be a great weekend retreat from NYC contact Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor via email or call my 24 hour access line : 203-672-2455

Everyone needs water to survive but if you want to enjoy the water of Long Island Sound the newly refurbished boat launch in Guilford Connecticut offers easy access for a modest fee. The Boat Ramp is cconveniently located at the end of Whitfield Street about a mile south of the Town Green.

For a nice lunch or dinner The Stone House Restaurant is within a few hundred yards of the boat ramp. During the summer months if you'd like a bite to eat in a less formal setting the Little Stone House Cafe offers soups, salads & sandwiches with live entertainment from local singers. Sit outside and enjoy a leisurely lunch, glass of wine or a beer while you relax.

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On Wednesday July 16, 2008 the annual Main Street Festival returns to Middletown. This is one of the more spectator friendly events for a 5k race and offers plenty of activity to keep family and friends occupied during the 20-40 minutes it takes most participants to cross the finish line.

Not your typical 5k is a fitting name for this run. The first time I ran in Middletown was the only time I have ever done a showing in my running gear. I was working with a young couple that requested a second look at a house in Middletown so I tossed on my running shorts and my Ravies Tee Shirt. I wound up talking them out of that house because of the extensive work required and their limited budget but the race finish photo turned out pretty good and I have used it ever since.

My second running of the race in 2007 offered another first. At that time I was a relative "Newbie" on ActiveRain and planning to meet one of the old timers at the race. Afternoon thundershowers brought torrential rain but surprisingly George Souto did not cancel and attended My Rainy Run.

Hopefully the third time will be a charm with blue skies and low humidity but regardless of the weather I am pre-registered and will be running.

If you are considering buying or selling a home in my territory of New Haven County just contact me, Dan Cummings, The Running Realtor via email at Dan@CummingsTeam.com or call my 24 hour access line : 203-672-2455

Single family home sale prices in Guilford tumbled nearly 15% during the prime spring market of 2008. This is similar to the downturn seen in North Haven but both of these towns have a diverse housing base with many lower priced homes that are attractive for first time buyers. Mid-priced homes remain sluggish while lower priced homes are selling.

Second Quarter of 2001 : 108 homes sold with the median price of $295,000

Second Quarter of 2002 : 111 homes sold with the median price of $359,000

Second Quarter of 2003 : 99 homes sold with the median price of $369,900

Second Quarter of 2004 : 92 homes sold with the median price of $399,500

Second Quarter of 2005 : 83 homes sold with the median price of $485,000

Second Quarter of 2006 : 87 homes sold with the median price of $525,000

Second Quarter of 2007 : 76 homes sold with the median price of $522,000

Second Quarter of 2008 : 69 homes sold with the median price of $427,500

When you are Coming to Connecticut - Contact Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor for help with Real Estate.

Single family home sale prices in Madison remain the highest along the shoreline of New Haven County but sales volume dropped substantally. Typically around 80 homes sell during the prime spring months of April, May and June but with only 49 closed sales this year is the slowest of the decade.

Second Quarter of 2001 : 84 homes sold with the median price of $326,000

Second Quarter of 2002 : 84 homes sold with the median price of $381,000

Second Quarter of 2003 : 80 homes sold with the median price of $452,000

Second Quarter of 2004 : 102 homes sold with the median price of $457,500

Second Quarter of 2005 : 92 homes sold with the median price of $537,500

Second Quarter of 2006 : 77 homes sold with the median price of $608,500

Second Quarter of 2007 : 80 homes sold with the median price of $542,000

Second Quarter of 2008 : 49 homes sold with the median price of $495,000

When you are Coming to Connecticut - Contact Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor for help with Real Estate.