About Newport County, RI

We only had a few opportunities to enjoy the boat this summer. I kept telling myself to bring the camera and on our last voyage I did.

There are few things I enjoy more than a boat ride through the Sakonnet River. It was a chilly day and white billowy clouds littered the sky. A beautiful day not a wave or ripple to be found as far as eye could see.

As we enter the River from Nanaquaket Pond we are greeted by this Island. I guess it is called Gould Island as kids we always called it Rat Island with many stories to support how the rats got to the Island. It is a haven for the Birds. My family loves to explore this island. Not me. I'll stay on the boat and leave the Island for the Birds.

Moving down river towards Little Compton I am welcomed by some of my favorite homes which can only be seen by water (well unless you drive on the property).

A house on the river and corral in back reminds me that Tiverton is not just about the sea but also the land. Horse back riding is enjoyed as well as farming and fresh produce. Talk about the best of both worlds.

So close to the water sitting a top of a grand sea wall in the midst of the trees I smell the salt air blowing through the open windows. Images of crashing waves beating the grand sea wall singing it's stormy song on not so pleasant days. Magnificent sunsets on warm summer evenings. Standing by the glow of a fire watching a light snow fall feeling the chill of the sea. Oh, this is the life for me.

Along the shore of the river is this treasure waiting patiently for new owners knowing one day it too will be a wonder to see.

So now we bid farewell to Summer and say hello to winter. Soon we will be covered with a blanket of snow and the shore will hibernate. Her beauty will shine for only few to see as the fishermen make their way to sea.

Here is a great article"New England Style, Little Known and Liking It" found in the travel section of the New York Times written in 2007.

When you need to remember summer on a cold winter's day you could search out Paul Bergeron of Sakonnet River Pie. Enjoy a Handmade Native Fruit Pie made from fruit and berries grown on small coastal farms. Sakonnet River Pie is dedicated to supporting these family farms.

The demand for real estate on Aquidneck Island has surged this past summer and suddenly we are facing a shortage of supply! Are we ready to see prices INCREASING in the area soon? Prices going UP? Very strange, but a real possibility.

Newport County has seen a nearly 30% reduction in values since 2006. That's a big chunk of the value of your home just vaporizing in the air. Gone..But recent demand in the under $400,000 range of the market has been very strong. In fact, we are at 8 months of supply on Aquidneck Island between $300,000 and $400,000. This short supply could create increasing prices in the area as our demand isn't slowing.

In fact, there is significant job creation happening on the island, bringing in 300 full time employees to the US Naval Base and the student population is slated to nearly triple - from current 6,000 to projected 16,000.

Strong demand + decreasing inventory=Rising prices!!

Perhaps we are starting to come out of the woods!

Keep Hope Alive!

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Karen martin Re/Max Right Choice Real Estate (774) 930-8181

Well maintained Ranch home with attached Garage in nice Tiverton neighborhood. Large living room with hard woods. Eat in kitchen offers new countertops. Cute Updated bath. Low upkeep with a New Roof(2008)Newer windows, vinyl siding,water heater & gutters. Close to schools , shopping & easy HWY access. Central Air! 3rd bedroom could be Formal Dining Room. Garden shed & mature blueberry bushes

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