Amherst New Hampshire Real Estate Market Report December 2009 for Single Family Homes

In the 4th quarter of 2009 there were 33 homes that closed in Amherst New Hampshire. This is an increase of 8 homes, as there were 25 homes that closed in the 4th quarter of 2008.

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Amherst for the 4th quarter of 2009 was $319,900.

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Amherst for the 4th quarter of 2008 was $299,900.

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Amherst for the 4th quarter of 2009 was $317,000.

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Amherst for the 4th quarter of 2008 was $278,000.

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Amherst in the 4th quarter of 2009 was 93 days.

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Amherst the 4th quarter of 2008 was 122 days.

January - December 2008 & 2009 Market Statistics for Amherst New Hampshire

In Amherst NH for the period of January to December of 2009 there were 120 homes sold.

In Amherst NH for the period of January to December 2008 there were 112 homes sold.

In Amherst NH for the period of January to December in 2009 the average list price was $313,550 the average sale price was $303,750 and the average market time was 108 days.

In Amherst NH for the period of January to December in 2008 the average list price was $339,500 the average sale price was $330,000 and the average time on the market was 93 days.

** The above statistics are for single family homes only and do not include condos or multi family homes in Amherst NH.
** The 4th quarter is defined as the period between 10-01-2009 and 12-31-2009.

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This Amherst NH Real Estate market report is provided by Jim Miller. Jim can be reached via email at Jim@JimSellsNH.com or by phone at 603-801-3987. Jim has been helping buyers and sellers of NH properties buy and sell homes and condos for 10 years.

For your New Hampshire and Amherst NH Real Estate, homes and property search visit Amherst NH Real Estate.

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Jim services all of Southern New Hampshire including the towns of Amherst, Bedford, Brookline, Hollis, Hudson, Litchfield, Londonderry, Mason, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Nashua, Pelham and Windham.

Jim is a licensed real estate agent and Realtor in New Hampshire and Massachusetts with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

Amherst, New Hampshire Real Estate Market Report - Homes Sold 2009

Amherst NH Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Amherst market activity through November of 2009 reports a decline in values and an increase in transactions. The average selling price is $353,020 as compared to the 2008 value of $369,368. There are 87 homes currently on the markt with an average list price of $524,649 and 5 pending sales. The homes under contract listed for an average price of $277,000.

Virtual Homes Real Estate provides search tools to assist you in learning about the community, listing and market conditions. Click on the following links for your choice of services:

Amherst NH Real Estate - Community, relocation and school information with town demographics.

Amherst NH Foreclosures - Obtain a list of foreclosed and bank owned real estate and short sales

Amherst NH MLS Search - View all listings in the statewide MLS.

Amherst NH Homes for Sale - Map Search - Search by location, neighborhood and commuting.

Vist NH Homes for Sale and MA Homes for Sale for direct MLS access to all listings. To obtain school, demographic, commuting, relocation, home buying and selling information go to New Hampshire real estate, Massachusetts real estate, Connecticut real estate, Maine real estate and Rhode Island real estate.

This report is based on activity reported from the NNEREN mls system and is not guaranteed to be accurate. It does not represent all of the listings that have sold during the specified time frame.

Spiders, bugs, snakes, bats and all scary creatures are INVITED to this year's 7th Annual Nature Spooktacular to be hosted by the Peabody Mill Center in Amherst, New Hampshire on October 25 and October 26.

Friday Activities: 4:00-6:30 p.m. - Pumpkin Decorating (bring your own pumpkin),

Face Painting, Scarecrow Building (bring your own clothes), concession stand.

6:30-7:30 p.m. - Spooky Hike

7:30-8:30 p.m. - Gather around the campfire, Storytelling, Roast Marshmallows

Saturday Activities: All afternoon (2-5 p.m.) Sack races, three-legged race, dance the Cotton Eyed Joe, donut eating contest, leaf print making, mini wreath making, music 2:00-3:00 p.m. Dutch Oven cooking demo 2:00-4:00 p.m. Visit Misundertood Creatures 2:00-4:00 p.m. Contra Dancing2:30-3:30 p.m. Bridge Building 2:00-5:00 p.m. Farmer’s Market 3:30 p.m. Apple Pie Contest

4:00-5:00 p.m. Fall Foliage Hike

Date: 10/23/2009 - 10/24/2009 (rain or shine)

Address: Peabody Mill Environmental Center P.O. Box 1045 Amherst, NH 03031

Phone: (603) 673-1141

Cost: Preregistration: $4 Amherst Resident, $6 Nonresident, $10 per Resident family, $14 Nonresident family At the Gate: $5 Amherst Resident, $7 Nonresident, $12 per Resident Family, $16 Nonresident Family Fee includes admission to activities on both days. Web Page: http://www.amherstnh.gov/pmec/

The PMEC is one of my favorite places to visit in Amherst. The mission of PMEC is "to foster an awareness, understanding and appreciation of the natural world, by offering environmental, conservation, and science programs... and to foster diligent stewardship of the environment so that future generations may inherit and continue to be inspired by the wonders of a protected and natural world."

The PMEC is an environmental and science education center located in Amherst, New Hampshire. It abuts almost 600 acres of Joe English conservation land. The PMEC is directed by the Amherst Recreation Department and it has numerous events and educational opportunities for the entire family.

Welcome to beautiful Amherst, New Hampshire

Visit New Hampshire .... New Hampshire was chosen as the Most Livable State in America! and the Third Healthiest State in America! Whether you are relocating to New Hampshire or already live in New Hampshire and you seek buyer focused representation, contact me, I would love to show around.

New Hampshire was chosen as the Most Livable State in America! and the Third Healthiest State in America! Whether you are relocating to New Hampshire or already live in New Hampshire and you seek buyer focused representation, contact me, I would love to show around.

New Hampshrie Green Get-A-Way

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Disclaimer: Information herein may come from various sources, some of which may not be reliable and may change without any notice. Joan Whitebook does not guarantee or is any way responsible for the accuracy of the information in this blog and information provided is without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Information on this blog represents the opinions and ideas of the author; comments by others may not express the views of the author. Buyer's Option Realty, Janet White, owner/broker. Copyright © 2009 By Joan Whitebook, all rights reserved.*Copyrights "Amherst, New Hamsphire – Annual Nature Spooktacular”

Amherst New Hampshire Homes for Sale - First-Time Buyer Affordable Homes

Visit Amherst, NH Real Estate - NH MLS - Find Homes For Sale

Buying a home may be the most important investment an individual or family makes in their lifetime. It is important to understand the process and to be aware of the industry professionals who can assist you. The two primary resources will be Realtors and mortgage lenders. You must understand how much you can afford and what your budget will allow. If you are a first-time home buyer, you may qualify for a tax credit ($8000 in 2009) and could be eligible for special financing programs. To take advantage of this program, you must close on the property you purchase by December 1, 2009.

Mortgage Financing - A Loan for Your Home

Most home buyers borrow the money to purchase property by obtaining a mortgage through a lender. The lender may be a bank, mortgage banker, credit union or a private investor. The most common types of loans are conventional and government insured (FHA and VA). USDA offers 100% financing in qualified communities. It is advisable to obtain a "credit approval" from a lender prior to actively looking at property so that you understand the price range you can afford.

The Real Estate Agent's Role in the Process

As a consumer in the New Hampshire home buying process, you have options for representation. As a New Hampshire home buyer, you may hire a buyer's agent or work through a facilitator. A buyer agent is a licensee who acts on behalf of a buyer or tenant in the purchase, exchange, rental, or lease of real estate. A facilitator is an individual licensee who assists one or more parties during all or a portion of a real estate transaction without being an agent or advocate for the interests of any party to such transaction.

Finding Your First Home in Amherst, NH

There are a variety of on-line tools and services that will assist you in finding the perfect home. The New Hampshire home search is easy with "quick search" options to search for NH homes for sale and real estate. Let us assist you in finding the property that meets your needs. Virtual Homes real estate agents can assist you in your search for the perfect home.

New Hampshire Multiple Listing Service- Search the MLS for all NH property listings. Go to NH MLS.

New Hampshire Foreclosures and Bank Owned Homes - Register to receive New Hampshire foreclosure (bank-owned) listings and short sale opportunities. Go To NH Bank Owned

Home Search Service - Home search is a web-based real estate software tool (MLSpulse) that keeps you continually informed of your local real estate market.

Visit Hillsborough County, New Hampshire Real Estate Market Report for the latest housing statistics.

Amherst, NH affordable homes can be found at Amherst NH Affordable Homes for Sale. At this map base search, click on affordable homes under popular searches.

Home Inspection - In-depth View of the Property

A home inspection gives the buyer more detailed information about the overall condition of the home prior to purchase. In a home inspection, a qualified inspector takes an in-depth, unbiased look at your potential new home to advise you on the condition and necessary repairs.

Legal - Obtaining Title and Possession

As a buyer obtaining a mortgage, the lender will utilize a title attorney for the closing process. They will research the title, prepare the settlement statement, schedule the closing, record the documents and distribute the funds. Once the paperwork is signed and the seller receives his funds, they will give you the keys to your new home.

Virtual Homes Real Estate is your portal for all your New Hampshire estate needs, (603-732-1800).

CONGRATULATIONS to The BLACK FOREST

The Black Forest, located in Amherst, New Hampshrie, was awarded the New Hampshire Magazine 2009 Best of New Hampshire Award for the Best Cookie and Best Desert Café!

Bruce and Martha Walters are the owners of the Black Forest. They have a unique philosophy... All foods are hand made from scratch on the premises every day using fresh, local, natural ingredients!

The Black Forest specializes comfort foods with a creative twist!

The Black Forest opened on November 25, 1988 at Salzberg Square in Amherst where it remained for 10 years. The Black Forest was an immediate favorite and the Waters found they needed more space and moved to the current location just off of Highway 101, and added a function room and take-out.

At The Black Forest, you will experience creative dishes and mouth-watering desserts that you won't find anywhere else! This is the result of the implementation of old-world techniques, using fresh local ingredients and not using anything which is mass produced.

As the seasons change in New Hampshire, the head chef, Bruce Walters, creates delicious recipes that will amaze you and delight your taste buds...

Bruce Walters trained at the finest culinary schools in the world - including Le Cordon Bleu in London and Ecole de Cuisine, La Varenne in Paris.

This is not the first award the Black Forest has received. Every year since 2002 the Black Forest has won the Best Cookie award from NH Magazine. It won the best cheesecake award and "Best Dessert Cafe" awards in 2007. The goal for 2010 is to win the best pie award!

I highly recommend the food and pastries at the Black Forest Café.

The Sunday brunch is my favorite.., I can smell the homemade rolls and fresh breakfast dishes!

When showing properties and taking a lunch break, I often stop in the adjoining "market" to get lunch to take out. The cases are filled with unique wraps, salads, soups, entrees, quiche, and other seasonal creations.

Of course, you can't leave without dessert. Try one of the award wining chocolate chip cookies ... or the seasonal fruit tart or slice of summer berry pie.

Experience the Black Forest .. " where the proof is in the product, and taste the difference!"

212 Route 101
Amherst, NH 03031
Ph. (603) 672-0500

Welcome to Amherst, New Hampshire. Please give me a call or email me ~ I would love to introduce you to this beautiful New England Town.

*some photos and text used with permission of Martha Walters

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Disclaimer: Information herein may come from various sources, some of which may not be reliable and may change without any notice. Joan Whitebook does not guarantee or is any way responsible for the accuracy of the information in this blog and information provided is without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Information on this blog represents the opinions and ideas of the author; comments by others may not express the views of the author. Joan Whitebook, Buyer's Option Realty Services - Licensed in NH; Janet White owner/Broker
Copyright © 2009 By Joan Whitebook, all rights reserved.*copyright "Amherst, New Hampshire - Black Forest Café wins 2009 Best of NH Award"