South Berwick Maine, home of the Strawberry Festival the end of June. This is an outstanding local event. Lots of activities and food sales put on by local non-profit groups - a real down home festival. A great way to help support the local little league, soccer groups, boy scouts, etc. And in my favorite way of supporting - by eating! A good number of crafter's also make this event worthwhile. The strawberry shortcake is piled high on biscuits from Fogarty's and real whipped cream. I like to eat one helping of shortcake before going to find other snacks like lobster roll or shish-ke-bab and then come back for a second helping!
The winter market was very slow this year with only 7 homes sold in South Berwick. Last year there were 14 homes sold during the same period of time. But the good news is that 11 homes are curently under contract. Also, the average sale price increased this winter over last winter - it was $229,827 in 2007 and $266,377 in 2008. But it did take 19 days longer on average to sell a home - 120 days vs. 101 days.
There are currently 52 homes for sale in South Berwick Maine, raning in asking price from $118,900 to $499,000.
Interested in living in South Berwick Maine? Search MLS
Visit The Seacoast Sold Report for more information on South Berwick and surrounding towns.
York Maine is home to my favorite beach - Long Sands and my favorite summer restaurant - The Goldenrod. I am already thinking about Deviled Egg Sandwiches with Bacon and a Chocolate Frappe. Pretty soon the saltwater taffy machine will start shooting out the best taffy on the coast. My favorite is the Peanut Butter with Molasses coming in a close second. The wide variety of chocolates and fudge is worth gaining a few pounds for! Just thinking about Almond Butter Crunch starts me drooling. Just remember to bring your quarters - those parking meters are unforgiving when it comes to "Time's Up" and the ticket comes quick!
There are currently 269 homes on the market in York with asking prices starting at $92,000 and ending at $8,950,000. York has a wide variety of homes - from summer condos near the beach to year round antiques to spectacular ocean front mansions. This is the time of year to look in York before the summer tourists arrive. York is the perfect town for a vacation home and also a great town to live in year round.
During the first quarter of 2008, 31 homes sold. This is less than last year when 43 homes sold during the same period of time. However, there are now 38 homes under contract - which shows a strong Spring market going on. Plus the average sale price has increased from 2007. In 2007 the average sold price was $521,644 and now in 2008 that average sold price is $572,693. That computes to a 9.7% increase in sales price. Days on market have remained about the same - 147 in 2008 vs. 143 in 2007.
Interested in living in York Maine? Search MLS
Visit The Seacoast Sold Report for more information about York and surrounding towns.
The winter market in Eliot Maine was slow in regards to total units sold. In 2007 there were 16 homes sold during the first three months of the year, in 2008 only 9 homes were sold. Currently there are 13 homes under contract. This shows me that the snowy winter may have played a large part in the reduction of total sales.
Also, the average days on market have dropped from 128 days to sell a home in 2007 to only 99 days to sell a home this year. This is great news as it means homes are selling a month faster than last year. Buyers have been active this month- now that it is not snowing every other day.
Currently there are 50 homes for sale in Eliot and the range in asking price from $149,900 to $3,500,000.
Interested in living in Eliot Maine? Search MLS
Visit The Seacoast Sold Report for more information about sales in Eliot Maine and surrounding towns.
Stratham NH is home to the Annual Stratham Fair put on annually by the Volunteer Fire Department. It is an event not to be missed at the end of July. 4H exhibits, Horse Pulls, Miss Stratham Fair, great sandwiches from the volunteers and carnival rides. What more could you want for a summer evening.
There are currently 88 homes for salein Stratham ranging in asking price from $79,900 to $849,000. In the beginning of this year 17 homes were sold. This is down from 2007 when 24 homes sold but we also are seeing another 17 homes currently under contract.
The average days on market in Stratham have dropped dramatically during the first quarter. In 2007 it took an average of 209 days to sell a house and now that number has decreased to 140 days. That's an improvement of 2 month and 1 week! The current average sale price in 2008 was $326,205and in 2007 that number was $377,205. That shows the market being more reasonable and that homes that are priced well are still selling.
Stratham is home to 7,170 residents and is comprised of 2,774 homes according to the 2006 Census. Other highlights include fresh produce at Barker's Farm and education at The NH Technical College.
Interested in living in Stratham NH? Search MLS
Visit The Seacoast Sold Report to see what is happening in Stratham NH and surrounding towns.
Exeter NH saw a 9% increase in average sales price during the first quarter of 2008. The average sale rose from $300,717 in 2007 to $329,404 in 2008. That's the good news - now here is the challenge. 28 homes sold during this period which is down by 28% from 2007 when 39 homes were sold during the same three months. The other good news has to be that there are currently 17 homes under contract. So we could be seeing a result of this year's challenging and snowy winter.
The average days on market have also increased by 18 days. In 2007 it took an average of 178 days to sell a home in the first quarter and we are currently at 196 days.
Every town is different - there is no "National Market" and from these reports you can see that each town is an entirely different market. One town can be up, stable or down and the next town over has an entirely different scenario. Exeter NH is the 18th largest town in New Hampshire with 14,754 residents and 6,563 housing units according to the 2006 Census. It is the home of Phillips Exeter Academy.
There are currently 154 homes for sale in Exeter NH - that represents 16.5 months of inventory. That is definitely a Buyer's market and Seller's must price their homes according to what the market will bear. After all a home is only worth what a Buyer is willing to buy it for and what a Seller is willing to sell it for. Homes in Exeter are currently ranging in asking price from $169,900 to $1,999,000.
Interested in living in Exeter? Search MLS
Visit The Seacoast Sold Report to see what has been happening in Exeter NH and surrounding towns.
 |
|
|
Serving Your Real Estate Needs in Strafford & Rockingham Counties in New Hampshire and York County Maine. Real Estate perspectives from a native of the area.
As a Native of the Seacoast I am able to help you find your way home. Working with people who are relocating to the area or are our summer residents is my favorite thing. Gives me the chance to be a tourist in my own back yard. I love the Seacoast and want to share my passion for the area with you. Helping people get their houses sold is what I do best.
Licensed Real Estate Professional since 1999. Licensed to practice real estate in New Hampshire and Maine. Affiliated with Keller Williams Coastal Realty since 2004. Certified Keller Williams Market Center Instructor. 2006 Market Center Cultural Award Winner.
Specializing in Second Homes, Vacation Homes and Property Investments in the Secoast of New Hampshire and Southern Maine. Visit www.RealEstateSeacoast.com for the Seacoast Sold Report, Area Links and 1031 Exchange information. I also work with clients that have had challenges selling their properties - we put together marketing plans to meet the objective and get the property sold.
Shannon, You made a difference. You kept your cool and did a great job! Thanks! Pete Hodgkins
To Whom It May Concern: Shannon Aldrich - Keller Williams Real Estate I am pleased to forward this letter of recommendation on behalf of Shannon Aldrich. Shannon was my Selling Agent/Broker as well as my Buyer Agent/Broker for the two transactions. She took the listing for my property in Barrington and quickly turned it into a Purchase and Sale (P&S). She carefully guided me through the paperwork for the Sale. Unfortunately, the deal was not consummated no fault of Shannon's efforts. She promptly brought the ultimate Buyer to a P&S and the home closed early in January. She always conducted clear and concise business communication which helped facilitate the closing. She often had to deal with Park Owners and their delays. She remained professional and calm again promoting the Sale. Secondly, she helped me find the perfect home in Portsmouth. Given the housing market for this area, she worked tirelessly to locate the property. Again, she managed the process clearly and concisely. Once again, Park Owners tried to stall the process. Shannon drove at her personal expense from Portsmouth to Scarborough, ME to secure the deed required for the closing. We closed on August 11. She represents Keller Williams with the highest standards of Real Estate excellence. I highly recommend her for either side of the Purchase and Sale process to any prospective Buyer/Seller. Respectfully, Wilbur Gardner Portsmouth, NH 03801
THANK YOU The first Realtor I had was not a pleasant experience. Who would have guessed that a Realtor would call with a message that they think they could help me sell my property. I decided to meet with you and I am so glad I did. I needed a take charge person Shannon and that person was you. Your friendly, gentle nature made me feel comfortable and I knew I could call you anytime to ask questions without cringing! You were aggressive getting the property info out. There was certainly much more activity since you placed the property for sale. That one offer we had where I gave you a counter-offer, I was so disappointed. Yet after talking with you about it, that support and encouragement was there, and we changed the price for the following day. It was not long after that the would be buyer made an offer. There was a difficult time there with a lending instutition. You never ceased to amaze me. Right away you were making calls so Keller Williams could handle the loan and the title. It worked out terrific. I am grateful you took me under your wing. I certainly would have been lost. You always had my best interest at heart and stood by me. Again, thank you so much! Sincerely, Margaret Morrison (and Mariah!) Now in Belmont, New Hampshire
My husband and I listed a house that he owned there in New Hampshire with Shannon Aldrich. She had sent us some literature and a packet of information that we found quite helpful. This was before she knew we were planning to sell, incidentally. I must say, Shannon was everything we could have hoped for in an agent. She kept in touch and kept us informed on the progress and did several things for us above and beyond the call of duty. We had a tenant that she kept pacified and cooperative until we could get her out. I was very impressed! You are very lucky to have her on your team. Mary Woodward, St. Mary's GA
Hello Shannon I wanted to thank you for helping me with the purchase of my first home. It was a little scary and I had no idea what to expect, but you made it real easy. You took the time to point out things I would not have noticed, which helped me make sound decisions. And you worked with me - you knew that I wanted a house, not a condo, even though I had a small budget. Your guidance was immeasurable and I knew you were looking out for my best interest. Thanks again. Suzanne Patrakis, Kittery, ME
Dear Shannon
Thank you for taking the time to talk to my New Hampshire Real Estate Pre-Licensing class at the University of New Hampshire, and at the offices of Family First Mortgage. You have been asked to give multiple talks because you do such an excellent job of explaining the importance of training, commission splits and real estate practice today. My students gained a wonderful real world perspective from your visits and I appreciate the time you took to talk to us.
Best Wishes,
Kelly L. Cullen, PhD Associate Professor Coordinator of Community Development
"Shannon is an affable, experienced professional. She prides herself on going the extra mile for her clients and her market knowledge and utilization of technology to best meet the needs of her clientele is without peer. It is without reservation that I recommend Shannon's services." Mark Kavanagh , Team Leader , Keller Williams Realty North Central
"Shannon is an experienced and knowledgable Real Eatate Agent and instructor. She has been a great influence in my learning experience and has served as a mentor to many in the offiice." Leo Gagnon, Strategic Real Estate Advisor , Keller Williams Coastal Realty
"Shannon has great follow through and is passionate about what she does. I hope that I'm always working with her in some capacity and would recommend her to anyone." Mark Miller , Branch Manager , Cousins Home Lending
"Shannon isn't only an accomplished agent but she spearheads the educational program not only for our office but she also coordinates continuing education credits available to outside agents as well. She recently was approved to teach the pre licensing course as well. She is a true asset to the company on many different levels." Joshua Matthews , Associate Broker , Keller Williams Coastal Realty
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Shannon since I joined Keller Williams Coastal Realty back in 2006. Shannon is a fabulous instructor that has both patience and great knowledge about the real estate industry. I was lucky enough to have Shannon as one of my instructors when I attended the Keller Williams Camp 443 course, I highly recommend to any Realtors looking to improve their business to attend any of the many courses Shannon teaches." Paul Martin , Realtor , Keller Williams Coastal Realty
Hi Shannon! I sincerely, SINCERELY want to thank you for everything you've done for us - most importantly for your patience. Other agents would have just tried to put us in a house to get the sale, but you helped us be realistic and get something that we truly love and of course a house we can afford. Buying our first house was a bit stressful, and again I thank you for your patience in answering ALL of our many questions, finding houses that fit us, not one that you wanted to sell, and basically putting up with a few high maintenance moments! Ciao, Laura & Evan Portsmouth NH
Shannon is an excellent communicator who thinks logically and trains with empathy and a natural understanding of learning styles. She is an outstanding organizer and brings this gift to the layout of her courses making them flow in a manner which optimizes the understanding and retention of her students. She is meticulous in her preparation for her teaching, and her students consistently rate her as the best prepared and enjoyable instructors of the many that use our training facility. Sandie Dika, Team Leader Keller Williams Coastal Realty
ActiveRain Corp. is not responsible for the accuracy of the site's content (which is written by members of the ActiveRain Real Estate Network) and does not endorse the views of the real estate agents, mortgage brokers, and others listed here.
Powered by the ActiveRain Real Estate Network
© 2009 ActiveRain Corp. All Rights Reserved
