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Norwalk CT Property Sales Transfers May 16 – 31

5 Hayes Avenue
Mercedes Weisheit to John Weisheit, $325,000

28, 34 & 44 Slocum Street
EMS Group Limited Partnership to 44 Slocum Street LLC, $1,275,000

25 Honey Hill Road
Estate of Grace Vadas to Patricia Panasuk, $312,000

19 Melrose Avenue
Robert Murenan & Minnie Goodlavage to KTF Design LLC, $263,133

6 Farm Creek Road
Six Farm Creek LLC to Arick & Kalyw Rynearson, $1,780,000

7 Garfield Street
Estate of Mario Monticchio ot Christene Moise, $285,000

1 Hollow Tree Road
Marie Cunliffe to Maureen Burke, $312,500

50 Fairview Avenue Unit 3G
Brian & Dianne DiStassio to Lena Chu, $155,000

10 Eversley Avenue
Andrew Meikle & Adrienne Law to Prudential Relocation Inc, $577,500

16 Brookhill Lane
Susan Pascucci to Francis Prenevost, $438,000

25 Grand Street Unit 117
Peter Sillan to Kristin Iorio, $184,900

2 Winterset Drive
Estate of Mary Freding to Delphine Swierc, $435,000

174 Woodward Avenue
Hector Reyes to Bruce Freitag, $186,000

135 Highland Avenue
Ellen Duggins to Scott & Lindsey Sozio, $1,700,000

181 Rowayton Woods Drive
Francisco Rendon to Joshua Frank, $387,500

17 Eleanor Drive
Lisa Pullia to Michel Campbell & Lisa Yerinides, $392,500

9 Rhodonolia Park
Estate of David Luty to Helen Sam & Arockia Raja, $410,000

52 Wolfpit Avenue Unit 2A
Arthur Wargo t Giuseppe Mercuri, $105,000

36 Ferris Avenue Unit B2
Woodbury LLC to Renault Young, $400,000

17 May Drive
Adam & Tara Kovach to Daniel Sanabel, $830,000

169 Perry Avenue
SSB Realty Holdings LLC to Rudolph Eberstadt, $460,000

2 St James Place
Susan Castle & Pamela Bayly to Two St James Place LLC, $700,000

5 Lycett Court
Matthew & Sandra Purowitz to Scott Smith, $545,000

154 Strawberry Hill Avenue
Capital One NA to Konstantinos Spetsaris, $237,000

15 Styles Lane
Theodore Hammack & Elizabeth Leidhold to Miroslavt Siloboda & Lucia Nagyova, $314,000

15 South Street Unit 1A
C & T Partners LLC to APH 15 South Street LLC, $250,000

40 Ferris Avenue Unit 5
Woodbury LLC to Evan & Deborah Dubin, $400,000

75 Wolfpit Avenue
Richard Silverstein to James Andrasi & Michelle Martelli, $430,000

8 Winnipauk Drive
Laura Kaehler to Joseph & Elaine Campanie, $450,000

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July 2011 Real Estate News – Second quarter statistics

 

  The State of the Market Second Quarter 2011

 Can you believe it summer already? Every person that I come in contact with wants to know what is really going on with housing. I can give you the report from our area and it is not all bad news! Home sales in the first quarter have shown a slight gain overall compared to last year. However home sales in this second quarter increased in Norwalk and most of the surrounding towns. Rental prices are beginning to increase as some buyers are still reluctant to make a commitment and purchase a home at this time. Perhaps if rental prices climb high enough, home buyers may decide to jump back into the market.

 Investors should keep their eyes open and grab some of the great opportunities that present themselves in today’s real estate market. You can buy a nicely maintained single family home, spruce it up, rent it out and actually make some money until the housing market comes back. There is a tremendous demand for nice rental properties and clients are paying top dollars for remodeled homes.

 Here are a few statistics from Consolidated Multiple Listing system.

 As of July 29th 2011 Norwalk is showing an increase in inventory compared to last quarter. Currently there are 490 single family homes and 283 condominiums on the market. Those inventory numbers are up from last quarter’s number of 398 single family homes and 258 condos.   In the first quarter of 2011, 83 single family and 39 condos sold. Home sales are up for the second quarter 125 single family homes and 55 condominiums sold. We are heading into our summer market and there is simply no way to tell how it will fair. If you are qualified and ready to buy, you can get a great deal at this time.

 Westport and Wilton properties are pretty hot right now as prices are down significantly from last year. This has led to an increase of sales in these towns. Here are the related numbers for these communities.

 Inventory is up in Westport as they are currently showing an inventory of 379 single family homes and 30 condominiums on the market. In the first quarter of 2011, 49 single family homes and 4 condos have sold. Sales are up for the second quarter at 118 single family homes and 11 condominiums sold. This is great news

 Wilton is currently showing an increase of inventory with 227 single family homes and a decrease of 16 condos for sale. In the first quarter of 2011, 29 single family homes and 5 condos have sold. Sales are up for the second quarter at 43 single family homes and condo sales remain flat at 5.

 As a buyer or seller the best way to succeed in the real estate market is to make sure you get the proper education and guidance through a professional real estate agent. Now more than ever a reputable experienced agent is necessary to guide you through the complications that may occur in your buying or selling situation. Bondi Realty Group LLC has the experience and expertise. We are experts in short sales and can help you sell your home successfully. We are currently offering both buyers and sellers incentives when working with us. Please call us today for all of your real estate needs.

 Betty Bondi
Owner/ Broker

www.BondiRealtyGroup.com

203-899-9990

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Norwalk CT Property Sales Transfers April 16 – 30

Recent real estate home sales in Norwalk CT

43 Strathmore Lane
Neil Phillips to Stuart Brodsky, $310,000

31 Huckleberry Drive South
Cono Vertuccio & Mario Strano to Susan Brennan, $475,000

7 Coldspring Street
Philip & Janice Matregrano to Matthew Alpert, $182,500

71 Aiken Street Unit 16
Harrison Getz to Michael Carlucci, $310,000

129 Silvermine Avenue
Richard & Sarah Natale to Harrison Getz, $430,000

26 Pequot Drive
Timothy & Mary Plunkett to Peter & Elizabeth Ricci, $725,000

5 Fenwick Place
Arthur Allen & Amanda Smith to Katherine Stepp, $427,000

1 Bond Street
Wells Fargo Bank NA to Robert Hutchinsen, $291,000

23 Weatherbell Drive
Michael & Elizabeth Statford to Dr. Rishon & Nancy Stember, $691,500

7 Barclay Court
Carl Oila to Peter Dee, $757,500

6 French Farm Road
Michael & Tonya Cameron to Andrew & Stephanie Parkin, $950,000

115 Fillow Street Unit 24
Ronald Plantamura to Eluisa Brunetto, $275,000

95 Ledgebrook Drive Unit 12-9
Janis Waanane to Lauren Cincotta, $235,000

15 Pine Point Road Unit 397
Todd & Melissa Thomson to Laurie & Scott Tuck, $135,000

Pine Point Road Unit 46
Dorothy Partch to Richard Hodges, $135,000

250 Rowayton Avenue
Benjamin & Ashley Ghirskey to Alan & Sarah Walker, $1,050,000

8 Barclay Court
Douglas Prophet to Alex Cotter & Olivia Sackett, $835,000

14 Fort Point street
Deutsche Bank Trust Company to Kilich brothers llc, $217,000

42 Hills Lane
Estate of Herbert Gemberg to John Gavigan, $260,000

2 Bumblebee Lane
Darion & Sandra Hart to Suzanne & Anders Lindegren, $980,000

278 Rowayton Ave
Henry & Laura Sagman to James & Barbara Montero, $725,000

7 Huckleberry Drive north
Erik & Tara Wilkinson to Marc & Sara Culver, $645,000

163 South Main Street Unit 6
Grzegorz & Anna Kasinska to Johnny Exantus, $190,000

16 Fairfield Avenue
Matthew Ahearns to Lillian & Scott Quis, $320,000

230 Sunrise Hill Road Unit 120
Mark McGill to Dorothy Chiaramonte, $310,000

12 Milton Place
William Axness to Charles Goodrich III to Elaine Falkenberg, $600,000

3 Morningside Place
HSBC Bank USA NA to Thomas Wemyss, $245,000

19 Rome Street
Thomas Schimenti to Pamela Mahon, $387,500

143 Wolfpit Avenue
Steve Cola to Stephen Ferrera, $669,800

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Fabulous SoNo

Fabulous SoNo

Norwalk has many reasons to celebrate its city. As a lifelong resident, I know what this city has to offer. One of the most successful and popular spots in town is in South Norwalk also known as SoNo. From it’s hey day in the early 1900’s to its depressed state in the 70’s. SoNo has now been resurrected to a new grandeur.

SoNo represents the vibrancy of Norwalk. It’s a wonderful place to live, visit and relax. From its night life, boutique shops and art galleries to its waterfront activities there is so much to do here. It is definitely a destination for all.

SoNo has all sorts of real estate to purchase. There are charming old buildings that have been renovated into luxury condominiums, to newly constructed modern buildings with all types of amenities. The exposed brick, large full view windows and water views are the reason why people love the architecture. They come in all sorts of price points starting in the lower two hundred thousand range up to one million plus for penthouse suite overlooking the water. Buyers are flocking to this area as they know the value of these properties and what they have to offer. SoNo also has a mix of commercial and multifamily dwellings as well.

You can also rent properties in SoNo too! At this time there is a real demand for apartments in this area. There are lovely rentals starting at $1350 and up depending on your space requirements. The rental market is bringing many young college graduates who are working in the area. They all want to live in SoNo as it is the only place to be and it gives them a sort of SoHo experience without being in New York City. Within walking distance to the South Norwalk train station you can be in Manhattan in 45 minutes.

The SoNo Design District is working to bring the best in retail and restaurants to the area for all to enjoy. They have a fabulous website www.sonodesigndistrict.net that gives a pretty good explanation on what SoNo has to offer.

One of the biggest tourist destinations is Maritime Aquarium and IMAX Theater. You can see the local marine life, exhibits, and learn about the past too. It is very popular and a great place to take the family. If you are a history buff then head on over to the Norwalk Museum on North Main Street. You will find a museum full of history including collections from the past and a tremendous amount of photos and archives from days of long ago. If you want some of the best and trendiest dining in town then this is the place to be. There are no chain restaurants here. Every dining establishment are mom and pop businesses. There is a food style for every budget and taste. Some of my favorites are Donovans, Barcelona and Strada 18. If you need a chocolate fix then head on over to Chocopologie on South Main Street. My favorite chocolate treat is the caramel with sea salt. Yum!

A fun thing to do on a summer day is to take a boat ride out to the Historical Sheffield Island Lighthouse. You can pick up the boat at the Seaport Dock right before the bridge in SoNo. The Norwalk Seaport Association has a new 49 passenger ferry boat just waiting to be chartered. For more information please check out their website www.seaport.org.

As SoNo keeps growing with residential and commercial opportunities I feel that it will continue to be a great place to invest and live. For more information on fabulous SoNo please contact us today!

Betty Bondi
Bondi Realty Group LLC

203-899-9990

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13th Annual Dachshund Reunion June 4th 1 – 3 pm Westport, CT

Love Dachshunds? There will be plenty to see at the 13th Annual Dachshund Renunion in Westport CT.

Save the date – Saturday June 4th 1 -3 p.m.  The raindate is Sunday June 5th 1 -3 pm.

Location: Jesup Green in front of the Westport Library.

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Buyers Avoid Fixer Upper Homes – May 2011

Bondi Realty Group Norwalk article May 2011

Buyers avoid fixer uppers

In the overheated housing market of the past, buyers felt that they had to accept homes even though they were in inferior condition but these days, most view an as- is property and run the other way.

Buyers have little or no tolerance for homes that need fixing up. They want to walk into the picture perfect home and just move in. A move in condition home is in the number one position when buying a property today. One factor that is the main cause is the tight lending by the banking industry. Buyers must put down more money as a down payment, resulting in less money to fix up their new home.

This is absolutely the story of today’s market. Buyers will pay a premium to get a home in move in condition. They will even engage in a bidding war just to avoid buying a project house. As a result we strongly advise homeowners to remodel before listing their home to get the best price and fastest sale possible.

We recommend against major renovations, such as replacing the kitchen and baths.

Sellers shouldn’t risk spending more than they’d get back in the sale price. This can be true with major kitchen and bath renovations because they are such a personalized taste.

There are however ways to spruce up kitchens and baths without blowing your budget. Think about replacing or painting cabinet doors and hardware. Install a new faucet, countertop and sink. In the bath, add a new toilet, fresh paint and new grout. These small changes can make a big difference when selling your home.

On the other hand, major maintenance and safety issues such as underground oil tanks and leaky roofs, heating and air conditioning must be dealt with before the home goes on the market because buyers are unwilling to take them on. These issues can be discovered and dealt with by having a home inspector come in prior to listing your home. You will now be prepared that your home will pass inspection and increase the chance that your sale will go through.

Beyond those kinds of headaches, sellers can make a big difference with simple and relatively inexpensive fixes: painting the walls, getting rid of clutter and pulling up carpets to show the hardwood floors that buyers crave.

Curb appeal is extremely important. Spruce up the front yard and entryway to make a good first impression. Trim the bushes, cut the grass, plant fresh colorful flowers in the garden and in pretty glazed pots. Give the front door a fresh coat of paint.

Getting rid of clutter is absolutely essential. A buyer needs to envision how the house will look with their items in place. Do an intense deep cleaning. This is a very cost effective step that is extremely necessary. You’ve got to clean it out sometime; if you do it now, it’s going to benefit you financially. If sellers can’t or won’t prepare their homes for the market then they will have to lower their expectations on price.

Sellers – If you are looking for the best real estate agents in the business, look no further than Bondi Realty Group LLC. We can provide the best service in the business to you! Please contact us for your personalized free market analysis today. Our coverage area includes Norwalk, Darien, New Canaan, Westport & Wilton, CT. If you are moving out of the area we have an extensive referral network.

Betty Bondi

Owner/Broker

Bondi Realty Group LLC

203-899-9990

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Norwalk CT Property Sales Transfers April 1 – 15

31 Deerwood Manor
Richard & Faye Sneeder to Kristie & Sloane Googin, $870,000

199 Gregory Boulevard Unit A2
Estate of Nancy Weddell to Judith H, $505,000

28 Raymond Terrace
Bryan & Angelyn Ferguson to Nathaniel & Jessica Burns, $325,000

25 Grand Street Unit 230
Brett Almstead to Heather Breslin, $225,000

1 Nylked Terrace
Paul Allaire to David Rosenberg, $3,675,000

7 Norport Drive
Julie Reid & Linda Wolf to David & Jennifer Reganato, $2,275,000

11 Oak Street
Peoples United Bank to Simela Petridou & Dimitrios Petridis, $102,000

33 North Water Street Unit 306
Mark Candido & Ronald Scinto to Jill Birinyi, $397,500

12 Elm Street
US Bank NA to Peter Boccarossa, $215,600

15 South Street Unit 2A
C & T Partners to Jean Jacob LLC, $250,000

19 Knollwood Road
Richard & Cheryl Copeino to Jones Darkwa, $380,000

6 Jersey Lane
Elizabeth Pavlik to Patria Peralta, $386,500

1 Jomar Road
John & Tina Pinto to Toan & Matilda Hinh, $385,000

4 Daskams Lane Unit 309
Ryan Fisher to Erez Biala, $347,000

56 Strathmore Lane
Penelope Koechl to Robbie Gendels, $352,500

19 Fireside Court
Justine Cutrone to Shawn Schwartz, $610,000

105 Dry Hill Road
PCJ LLC to Dan Bucatanschi & Ksenia Bukina, $619,000

442 Main Avenue Unit D1
442 Main Avenue LLC to Ruslan & Liya Magdeeva, $435,000

15 Pine Point Road Unit 202
Tristam & Cynthia Dunn to David & Albertine Madon, $145,000

45 Raymond Terrace
Elizabeth & Peter Ricci to Norchilas Marsan & Leigh Testa, $420,000

7 Harriet Street
James & Jane Mitchell to Craig & Tamara Allan, $310,000

4 Shagbark Road
Clute & Daphne Ely to R Grosvenor & Jean Ely, $2,000,000

143 North Seir Hill Road
Kerschner Development Company LLC to Corin & Jason fogelson, $1,220,000

6 Avon Street
Mark & Barbara Sibiskie to Paul Falzone, $130,000

199 Gregory Blvd Unit A4
Gregory & Mark DeVito to Pasquale & Beatrice D’Orio, $530,000

21 Eagle Road
Darryl Hoyt to Amanda Morelli, $265,000

50 Fairview Avenue Unit 3B
Helen Greskovic to Cross Properties LLC, $95,000

80 County Street Unit 1C
Martin Wolf to JBS Realty Group LLC, $100,000

10 Pine Hill Avenue Ext
Joseph Flewellyn & Edith Salisbury to Joseph & Luisa D’allacco, $535,000

10 Twin Ledge Road
Will & Megan Swillie to Paul & Gregory Varner, $625,000

16 Olive Lane
John & Eleanor Malucky to Antartica LLC, $280,000

125 Washington Street Unit L208
Michael Licata to Michael Jackson, $196,000

31 West Main Street
31 West Main Street LLC to Twins 06 LLC, $600,000

1 Deerwood Manor
Estate of Frances Cea to Philip Solano, $365,000

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Fabulous Large Studio Condo – HW Floors – Exposed Brick – Roof Deck with Water Views

32 Haviland Street
Coachworks Condominiums

Norwalk CT Rental

 This is your opportunity to live in the most fabulous condominium building in Sono.

Large studio apartment with exposed brick and high ceilings. Fully equipped updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances including dishwasher and pantry closet.

Hardwood floors throughout and lots of storage closets. Updated full bath. Washer and dryer. Gym on premises. Amazing Roof deck with spectacular water views. On site parking, secure building.

$1500 per month plus utilities.

One month’s rent plus two months security. Credit check and references required.

203-899-9990

Betty Bondi

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Charming one bedroom apartment – Norwalk

Just listed ! Charming one bedroom apartment with newly renovated kitchen and bath. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Freshly painted. Tenant pays gas heat, water and electric. Attic storage. Off Street parking. Immediate occupancy.

$1150 per month. First, last and one month security deposit. Credit check & references required.

Exclusively listed with Bondi Realty Group LLC.

Please call for more information – 203-899-9990

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Norwalk CT Property Sales Transfers March 1 – 15

80 County Street Unit 13B
Robert & Janet Passman to Maria Silva, $215,000

20 Hilltop Road
Estate of Valentine Cesare & Elizabeth Cesare to Samuel & Melissa Buttine, $830,500

36 Hollow Tree Road
Mary Lynn to Alfonso & Sonia Letteiri, $310,000

1-3 McKinley Street
Petra Roberts to Flemming & Judith Heilmann, $1,875,000

133 Rowayton Avenue Unit A
Flemming & Judith Heilmann to Suzanne McGray, $3,372,500

12 Point Road
Peter & Kristine Glazer to Simon & Eliana Jacobs, $5,550,000

84 Taylor Avenue Unit B7
Deutsche Bank Trust Co America to Viswanatha Premkumar & Mahestl Rajan, $128,500

15 Midrocks Drive
Federal National Mortgage Assoc to Jessica Goldkopf, $317,000

104 Highland Avenue
Janee & Loren Parsons to David & Elizabeth Mettler, $1,050,000

23 Lufberry Avenue
Phyllis Miano to Janine Deering, $230,000

9 Taylor Avenue Unit B
Lindsay Dahl-Martin to Taylor Gables LLC, $160,000

71 Toilsome Avenue
Nancy Slay to Lauren Vavoulidis, $390,000

41 Old Rock Lane
Robert Bender to Carol & Yasuo Kubota, $387,500

17 Tierney Street
Hector Robinson to Paris & Pamela Daskalakis, $566,700

46 Ambler Drive
Jane Eichwald to Yanna Ahou, $345,000

15 Ludlow Manor
Estate of Eunice Shalvoy to Marc Mangone, $350,000

1 Linden Street Unit A11
Arthur & Michelle Herold to Meata Box & Krzysztof Skowronski, $241,500

87 Rowayton Woods Drive Unit 118
Robert Daly to Patricia Gambir, $325,000

4 Getner Trail
Gerrit Veeman & Ildileo Pasztor to Timothy & Eloise Downs, $597,500

28 Pine Hill Avenue
Helen Anzalone & Jeanne Lewis to James & Andrea Wulffleff, $655,000

5 Cavray Road East
William & Martha Spiegel to Charles Horn, $1,137,500

46 Prospect Street Unit 4C
Vank United to Dominick & Angela Monarchie, $120,000

1 Linden Street Unit B14
Marilyn Reynolds to Nancy Cambaresi, $181,250

15 Roosevelt Street
Simon Platel & Melissa Parks to Alice Mahoney, $400,000

15 South Street Unit 3B
C & T Partners LLC to Vito Properties LLC, $250,000

27 West Main Street Unit 7
Joseph & Jennifer Barahona to Regina Sinko & Bryan Kardos, $315,000

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