Red Hook, NY

So, 2008 finally came to an end and I am sure for many it wasn't too soon. This December we experienced more of an old fashioned winter with ice and snow storms.

The real estate, and financial industries certainly underwent a rather stormy period themselves which has been carried forward to 2009.

There are many lessons that can be learned especially in difficult times. This was a great time for reflection on such questions as

1. Do I live within my means?
2. Could I use this time to improve my job skills?
3. If I am in a postion to do so, do I extend a helping hand to others?
4. Will I set a budget and stick with it in 2009?

Here is the real estate activities for the month of December compiled from data obtained from the Mid Hudson Multiple Listing services on January 1st, 2009. It is possible the number of sales could be adjusted due to late reporting.

Active listing 51

Average List Price: $497,504

Days on Market: 167

Average Square Feet: 2589

Average $ Square Feet: $192

• New 1

Average List Price: $ 390,000

Days on Market: 3

Average Square Feet: 2259

Average $ Square Feet: $173

• Accepted Offer - Continue Showing 2

Average List Price: $ 349,000

Days on Market: 321

Average Square Feet: 2074

Average $ Square Feet: $168

• Price Change 1

Average List Price: $ 261,963

Days on Market: 145

Average Square Feet: 1078

Average $ Square Feet: $243

• Pending 1

Average List Price: $ 439,000

Days on Market: 643

Average Square Feet: 2800

Average $ Square Feet: $187

• Sold 2

Average List Price: $ 394,450

Days on Market: 118

Average Square Feet: 2263

Average $ Square Feet: $ 174

Average Sold: $ 375,000

Average Sold $ Square Feet: $165

Street Sale Price

Teator Lane $ 315,000

Lore Lane $ 435,000

Village of Red Hook NY Real Estate Market Report November 2008

• Active listing 6

Average List Price: $279,483

Days on Market: 40

Average Square Feet: 1563

Average $ Square Feet: $179

• Accepted Offer 1

Average List Price: $325,000

Days on Market: 5

Average Square Feet: 1248

Average $ Square Feet: $260

• Accepted Offer - Continue Showing 2

Average List Price: $ 279,000

Days on Market: 195

Average Square Feet: 1221

Average $ Square Feet: $229

• Extending 1

Average List Price: $ 339,000

Days on Market: 276

Average Square Feet: 1524

Average $ Square Feet: $222

• Pending 1

Average List Price: $ 229,900

Days on Market: 126

Average Square Feet: 1420

Average $ Square Feet: $162

• Sold 1

Average List Price: $ 239,900

Days on Market: 387

Average Square Feet: 1260

Average $ Square Feet: $ 190

Average Sold: $225,000

Average Sold $ Square Feet: $179

Street Sale Price

Cambridge Drive $ 225,000

**** This report only reflects single family detached homes listed in the Multiple Listing service.

Because this is the final report for 2008 I thought it would be a good idea to hightlight some of my postings from the entire year. So, here is a chance to catch up on news you might have missed.

Market reports

November

January to October

Events

Red Hook Winter Market

Apple Blossom

Blue Berry Picking

Dave Mason at Hardscrabble Day

Dancing on the roof of the Fisher Center

Sellers Information

Preparation for showing on a snow or icy day

By Jennifer Fivelsdal

Keller Williams Realty Team

845 758 5842

If your Dutchess County home is scheduled for showing tomorrow you might have spent today shoveling. Two weeks in a row we have had bad weather, first ice, then lots of fluffy snow.

It is important to provide access to buyers however only if the conditions are right.

Here are a few things to keep in mind.

• Shovel or plow your driveway or path to the door.
• You might need to apply salt or similar products to the driveway to keep it free of ice. The forecast for tomorrow is for lower temperatures, some wind and icy conditions.
• Make sure steps are also clean and free of ice.
• Provide a mat for people to wipe their shoes.
• Providing shoe covers at the front door might be a great idea. Some people have a problem removing their shoe and it would be ashame to have this issue cost you a showing.
• Make sure the home is warm.

May your efforts result in a sale before year end.

Jennifer Fivelsdal - Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842

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Despite the icy weather and the power outage, I am happy to report that the Winter Marketat the Elmendorph in Red Hook was held as planned and many turned out to participate.

Turnips and other vegetables from Hearty Roots Community Farm

Fruits and vegetables from Migliorelli Farm

Beautiful Wool - Hudson Valley Sheep and Wool Company

 As you can see there were a variety of products, all local. This market will be held again in January on the 2nd Saturday.  It is my hope that the weather at that time will be better, then again we are talking about January in the Northeast. 

See you then.

 

 

BY Jennifer Fivelsdal- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842 or jennifer@jfivehomes.com

 

On Thursday December 11th there was rain, wind and ice and finally the electricity went out. It was hard trying to sleep that night because it was cold and you could hear the wind as well as the branches breaking. We had hoped that by Friday the heat would be back on but this did not happen because of the damage done. According to news reports there were over 500,000 consumers without electricity in the Northeast. Thankfully the lights came back on tonight, it is sure nice to have water once again.

There were a few lessons learned.

• I won't complain about the monthly cost of my cell phone service, the cell was the only phone that worked.
• I was glad I did not throw away all phone books because I could not find information on-line. I had no internet access.
• Always store up some water when you hear a storm is coming.

I am just happy I can get back to my normal routine.

By: Jennifer Fivelsdal - Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842 - jennifer@jfivehomes.com

It is hard to believe this beautifully restored 1750 building was in a state of disrepair until it was rescued by a group called "The Friend of the Elmendorph " in the 1970's.

Today you can view many old photographs and artifacts of the area here. This building is also put to good use by various groups in the community.

The latest usage will be for a winter market. So what makes up this winter market?

It will be a first of it's kind in the village of Red Hook and is more likely the type of market you would find in the spring. Here are the types of products you could expect to see.

• Fruits
• Cider
• Meat and diary
• woolen Fiber
• Hot Soup and prepared food
• Jam and Jellies
• Fresh Breads

PARTICIPANTS

I am sure you are very familiar with the list of participants and have purchased their products during the spring and summer.

• Migliorelli's Farm
• Hearty Roots
• Northwind
• Hudson Valley Fresh
• Awesome Farm
• Montgomery Place Orchard
• Tivoli Bakery
• Gigi Market

This market will be held once a month on the second Saturday. The success of this market will depend on participation ,so please turn out to support our local farmers and merchants.

Schedule

• December 13th 2008
• January 10th 2009
• February 14th 2009

Location

Located on Route 9 in the Village of Red Hook between the IGA and Stewart Shop, you can't miss it.

BY Jennifer Fivelsdal - Keller williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842 or jennifer@jfivehomes.com