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The Connecticut State Department of Environmental Protection has recently released a website listing boat launches through the state.

Boaters can search for any of the 110 state-operated boat launches through criteria such as coastal or inland waters, or even by choosing a county on a map of the state.

To access the new webpage, visit the main boating page at www.ct.gov/dep/boating, select the "Where to Go Boating" link on the left-side navigation, and then select "Locate a Boat Launch."  Photos and additional information on each launch are also included.

And, yes, the list does include those boat launches available on our local Candlewood Lake.

Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

REALTOR Magazine Online today posted an article, Landscaped Lots 'Very Important' to Buyers.

In this article, they discuss that many buyers find a home's landscaping to be very important to them when making their buying decision.  However, they go on to state that appraisers and tax assessors do not take a home's landscaping into consideration when assessing the value of the home.

How true that is.  This goes back to the debate of Value vs. Appeal.

Meticulous landscaping absolutely adds to the appeal of your home.  It makes buyers want to get out of their car to take a look inside.  It makes agents - and buyers - see that photo of your home online and want to see more.

Poor, shabby landscaping - overgrown trees, lawns not mowed, weeds everywhere - make a home look neglected.  What else has been neglected inside the home?  That's what will go through the minds of buyers and agents alike.

Does landscaping add value to your home?  In a way, but it starts with that appeal.  Nice landscaping definitely adds appeal.  That appeal will draw buyer and agent interest.  That interest will drive buyers and agents to view your home.  The more people that view your home, then the better chance of your receiving an offer.  Or even multiple offers.

Accept an offer...move forward with your life.  There's a lot of value right there.  Let your neighbors with the shabby lawns continue to pay the holding costs for their homes.  Let them suffer through price reductions because buyers can't get past the front yard.  Sell your home faster, stop paying that home's carrying costs, and move into your new home. That's the end goal...and that's the value.

Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
CT Home Group
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

New Milford, Connecticut Real Estate Update
July, 2007

Closed home sales in New Milford, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
There were 26 single family home sales closed in New Milford, CT.
List Prices ranged from $249,900 - $709,900.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $255,000 - $709,900.

The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in New Milford was $422,165.
The median closed sales price was $417,450.
On average, these homes sold for 96% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 41 - 697 days, with the average being 194 days of market time.

This compares to 381single family homes closed in July, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $295,740 and a median closed sales price of $375,000.

Condos:
There were 6 condominium sales closed in New Milford, CT.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $135,000 - $225,000.

The average closed real estate sales price for condos in New Milford was $181,379.
The median closed sales price was $189,187.
On average, these homes sold for 97.4% of their list price.
Days on Market ranged from 46 - 184 days, with the average being 93 days of market time.

This compares to 10 condos closed in July, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $171,500 and a median closed sales price of $173,000.

Currently available homes for sale in New Milford, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
Currently, there are 284 single family homes for sale in New Milford, CT.
List Prices range from $179,900 for a one-bedroom 1800's colonial to $2,850,000 for a 20 acre estate with an 8,000 square foot main home and four additional detached residences.

Condos:
Currently, there are 84 condos available for sale in New Milford, CT.
List prices range from $84,900 for a 1-bedroom unit to $543,700 for a detached unit in an active-adult community.

New Milford, Connecticut, is the southernmost town in Litchfield County and is known as The Gateway to Litchfield County.  The town borders the northeastern shores of Candlewood Lake.  Several lake communities surround its Candlewood Lake shores, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  New Milford enjoys a population of about 28,000 residents.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
CT Home Group
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

Brookfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update
July, 2007

Closed home sales in Brookfield, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
There were 20 single family home sales closed in Brookfield, CT.
List Prices ranged from $254,900 - $1,395,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $242,500 - $1,310,000.

The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Brookfield was $511,670.
The median closed sales price was $455,000.
On average, these homes sold for 96.7% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 28 - 694 days, with the average being 139 days of market time. 

This compares to 17 closed sales in July, 2006, with an average sales price of $515,879 and a median closed sales price of $509,600.

Condos:
There were 6 condominium sales closed in Brookfield, CT.
The average closed real estate sales price for condos in Brookfield was $268,166.
The median closed sales price was $255,500.
On average, these homes sold for 95.6% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 6 - 75 days, with the average being 49 days of market time.

This compares to 6 closed sales in July, 2006, with an average sales price of $298,583 and a median sales price of $287,500.

Currently available homes for sale in Brookfield, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
Currently, there are 164 single family homes for sale in Brookfield, CT.
List Prices range from $319,900 for a two bedroom ranch in a lake community to $1,925,000 for a contemporary Candlewood Lake waterfront home.

Condos:
Currently, there are 31 condos for sale in Brookfield, CT.  List prices range from $177,900 for a one bedroom unit to $649,900 for a new detached unit.




Brookfield, Connecticut, is located between Candlewood Lake and Lake Lillinonah, creating a multitude of water recreation opportunities in the town.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  Brookfield enjoys a population of about 16,000 residents.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
CT Home Group
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

Danbury, Connecticut Real Estate Update
July, 2007

Closed home sales in Danbury, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
In July, 2007, there were 34 single family home sales closed in Danbury, CT.
List Prices ranged from $214,900 - $885,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $214,900 - $800,000.

The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Danbury was $367,320. 
The median closed real estate sales price was $351,500.
On average, these homes sold for 96.4% of their most recent list price.
Days on Market ranged from 31 - 232 days, with the average being 120 days of market time. 

This compares with 40 closed sales in July, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $396,145 and a median closed sales price of $360,000.

Condos:
In July, 2007, there were 41 condominium sales closed in Danbury, CT.
List Prices ranged from $79,000 - $529,900.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $75,000 - $520,000.

The average closed real estate sales price for condos in Danbury was $263,104.
The median closed sales price was $243,595.
On average, these homes sold for 97.5% of their most recent list price.
Days on Market averaged 69 days of market time.

This compares with 50 closed sales in July, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $299,073 and a median closed sales price of $282,250.



Currently available homes for sale in Danbury, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
Currently, there are 278 single family homes for sale in Danbury, CT.
List Prices range from $89,000 for a summer-only as-is cottage in a lake community to $3,975,000 for a renovated 1920's farmhouse on 55 acres.

Condos:
Currently, there are 288 condos available for sale in Danbury, CT.
List prices range from $79,500 - $850,000.

Danbury, Connecticut, a former military depot during the American Revolution, is a diverse community of about 78,000 residents that borders New York State to the west and the southern shores of Candlewood Lake.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  Danbury enjoys a convenient commute location to lower Fairfield County and Westchester County, New York.  Danbury is situated just about an hour by car to Hartford, Connecticut and New York City.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
CT Home Group
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

Sherman, Connecticut Real Estate Update
July, 2007

Closed home sales in Sherman, Connecticut:

In July, 2007, there was only 1 home sale closed in Sherman, CT.
List Price was $419,000.
Closed Sales Price was $405,000.

This home sold for 96.7% of its list price.
Days on Market was 43.

This compares to 1 home that closed sale in July, 2006.

Currently available homes for sale in Sherman, Connecticut:

Currently, there are 60 homes for sale in Sherman, CT.
List Prices range from $349,900 for a circa 1900 farmhouse to $3,400,000 for an 18th century colonial on 37 acres.

Sherman, Connecticut is a small semi-rural community of about 4,000 residents that borders New York State to the west, New Fairfield to the south and hugs the northwestern shores of Candlewood Lake.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  The northernmost town in Fairfield County, Sherman is often cited as being the fastest growing town in Connecticut per capita, yet still retains its rural roots and charm.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Real Estate & Appraisals
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

New Fairfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update
July, 2007

Closed home sales in New Fairfield, Connecticut:

There were 11 home sales closed in New Fairfield, CT.
List Prices ranged from $294,888 - $1,275,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $250,000 - $1,230,000.

The average closed real estate sales price for New Fairfield was $515,500.
The median closed real estate sales price for New Fairfield was $405,000.
On average, these homes sold for 95% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 39 - 425 days, with the average being 141 days of market time.

This compares with 19 closed sales in July, 2006, with an average sales price of $567,746 and a median sales price of $420,000.


Currently available homes for sale in New Fairfield, Connecticut:

Currently, there are 143 homes for sale in New Fairfield, CT.
List Prices range from $199,000 for a studio cottage to $5,500,000 for a palatial estate fronting Candlewood Lake.

New Fairfield, Connecticut is a small community of about 14,000 residents that borders New York State to the west and Candlewood Lake to the east.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  New Fairfield enjoys a convenient commute location to lower Fairfield County and Westchester County, New York.  New Fairfield is situated just over an hour by car to Hartford, Connecticut and New York City.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Real Estate & Appraisals
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

Brookfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update
June, 2007

Closed home sales in Brookfield, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
There were 28 single family home sales closed in Brookfield, CT.
List Prices ranged from $339,500 - $1,695,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $335,000 - $1,587,500.

The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Brookfield was $582,960.
The median closed sales price was $534,500.
On average, these homes sold for 96.5% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 8 - 566 days, with the average being 158 days of market time. 

This compares to 24 closed sales in June, 2006, with an average sales price of $569,523 and a median closed sales price of $594,500.

Condos:
There were 5 condominium sales closed in Brookfield, CT.
The average closed real estate sales price for condos in Brookfield was $226,500.
The median closed sales price was $205,000.
On average, these homes sold for 95% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 65 - 200 days, with the average being 99 days of market time.

This compares to 2 closed sales in June, 2006, with an average sales price of $237,500 and a median sales price of $237,500.

Currently available homes for sale in Brookfield, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
Currently, there are 164 single family homes for sale in Brookfield, CT.
List Prices range from $319,900 for a two bedroom ranch in a lake community to $1,925,000 for a contemporary Candlewood Lake waterfront home.

Condos:
Currently, there are 31 condos for sale in Brookfield, CT.  List prices range from $177,900 for a one bedroom unit to $649,900 for a new detached unit.




Brookfield, Connecticut, is located between Candlewood Lake and Lake Lillinonah, creating a multitude of water recreation opportunities in the town.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  Brookfield enjoys a population of about 16,000 residents.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
CT Home Group
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

New Milford, Connecticut Real Estate Update
June, 2007

Closed home sales in New Milford, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
There were 36 single family home sales closed in New Milford, CT.
List Prices ranged from $194,5000 - $700,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $170,000 - $667,500.

The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in New Milford was $382,800.
The median closed sales price was $345,250.
On average, these homes sold for 97% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 8 - 755 days, with the average being 158 days of market time.

This compares to 38 single family homes closed in June, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $420,489 and a median closed sales price of $384,450.

Condos:
There were 13 condominium sales closed in New Milford, CT.
List Prices ranged from $121,000 - $274,900.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $118,000 - $274,900.

The average closed real estate sales price for condos in New Milford was $182,084.
The median closed sales price was $157,000.
On average, these homes sold for 97.9% of their list price.
Days on Market ranged from 35 - 267 days, with the average being 87 days of market time.

This compares to 9 condos closed in June, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $212,727 and a median closed sales price of $169,000.

Currently available homes for sale in New Milford, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
Currently, there are 284 single family homes for sale in New Milford, CT.
List Prices range from $179,900 for a one-bedroom 1800's colonial to $2,850,000 for a 20 acre estate with an 8,000 square foot main home and four additional detached residences.

Condos:
Currently, there are 84 condos available for sale in New Milford, CT.
List prices range from $84,900 for a 1-bedroom unit to $543,700 for a detached unit in an active-adult community.

New Milford, Connecticut, is the southernmost town in Litchfield County and is known as The Gateway to Litchfield County.  The town borders the northeastern shores of Candlewood Lake.  Several lake communities surround its Candlewood Lake shores, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  New Milford enjoys a population of about 28,000 residents.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
CT Home Group
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

Danbury, Connecticut Real Estate Update
June, 2007

Closed home sales in Danbury, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
In June, 2007, there were 42 single family home sales closed in Danbury, CT.
List Prices ranged from $284,900 - $1,395,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $267,500 - $1,283,550.

The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Danbury was $473,364. 
The median closed real estate sales price was $403,450.
On average, these homes sold for 97.8% of their most recent list price.
Days on Market ranged from 17 - 381 days, with the average being 137 days of market time. 

This compares with 61 closed sales in June, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $418,209 and a median closed sales price of $355,000.

Condos:
In June, 2007, there were 45 condominium sales closed in Danbury, CT.
List Prices ranged from $92,000 - $524,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $90,700 - $508,000.

The average closed real estate sales price for condos in Danbury was $271,909.
The median closed sales price was $264,950.
On average, these homes sold for 97.2% of their most recent list price.
Days on Market averaged 93 days of market time.

This compares with 72 closed sales in June, 2006, with an average closed sales price of $283,682 and a median closed sales price of $263,400.



Currently available homes for sale in Danbury, Connecticut:

Single Family Homes:
Currently, there are 274 single family homes for sale in Danbury, CT.
List Prices range from $89,000 for a summer-only as-is cottage in a lake community to $3,975,000 for a renovated 1920's farmhouse on 55 acres.

Condos:
Currently, there are 280 condos available for sale in Danbury, CT.
List prices range from $99,000 - $850,000.

Danbury, Connecticut, a former military depot during the American Revolution, is a diverse community of about 78,000 residents that borders New York State to the west and the southern shores of Candlewood Lake.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  Danbury enjoys a convenient commute location to lower Fairfield County and Westchester County, New York.  Danbury is situated just about an hour by car to Hartford, Connecticut and New York City.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Connecticut Real Estate & Appraisals
CT Home Group
Keller Williams CT Realty
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

Sherman, Connecticut Real Estate Update
June, 2007

Closed home sales in Sherman, Connecticut:

In June, 2007, there were 7 home sales closed in Sherman, CT.
List Prices ranged from $319,900 - $1,400,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $305,000 to $1,550,000.

The average closed sales price was $676,557.  The median closed home sales price was $507,000.

On average, these homes sold for 93.5% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 98 - 614 days, with the average being 236 days of market time.

This compares to 2 homes that closed sale in June, 2006.

Currently available homes for sale in Sherman, Connecticut:

Currently, there are 58 homes for sale in Sherman, CT.
List Prices range from $387,500 for a raised ranch to $3,400,000 for an 18th century colonial on 37 acres.

Sherman, Connecticut is a small semi-rural community of about 4,000 residents that borders New York State to the west, New Fairfield to the south and hugs the northwestern shores of Candlewood Lake.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  The northernmost town in Fairfield County, Sherman is often cited as being the fastest growing town in Connecticut per capita, yet still retains its rural roots and charm.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Real Estate & Appraisals
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

New Fairfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update
June, 2007

Closed home sales in New Fairfield, Connecticut:

In June of 2007, there were 12 home sales closed in New Fairfield, CT.
List Prices ranged from $299,000 - $1,275,000.
Closed Sales Prices ranged from $250,000 - $1,230,000.

The average closed real estate sales price for New Fairfield was $488,666.
The median closed real estate sales price for New Fairfield was $403,000.
On average, these homes sold for 95% of their final list price.
Days on Market ranged from 39 - 397 days, with the average being 150 days of market time.

This compares with 18 closed sales in June, 2006, with an average sales price of $628,194 and a median sales price of $466,250.


Currently available homes for sale in New Fairfield, Connecticut:

Currently, there are 139 homes for sale in New Fairfield, CT.
List Prices range from $159,900 for a 2 bedroom ranch fixer to $5,500,000 for a palatial estate fronting Candlewood Lake.

New Fairfield, Connecticut is a small community of about 14,000 residents that borders New York State to the west and Candlewood Lake to the east.  Several lake communities border Candlewood Lake, and typically offer a private beach for residents, boat docks and other amenities.  New Fairfield enjoys a convenient commute location to lower Fairfield County and Westchester County, New York.  New Fairfield is situated just over an hour by car to Hartford, Connecticut and New York City.

This Market Report prepared by:
Don Fabrizio-Garcia, REALTOR
Real Estate & Appraisals
203.746.1199
Connecticut Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Data compiled from the Consolidated MLS and believed to be accurate.

New Fairfield, Connecticut Real Estate For Sale 

52 Inglenook Road, New Fairfield, CT 
$369,500 

***  SOLD DECEMBER, 2007  *** 
***  $365,000  *** 

So much house for so little money! 

• Expanded Split Level Home 
• 4 Bedrooms 
• 4 Full Baths 
• 4 Car Heated Garage 
• 2,280 +/- Square Feet 
• Community Beach 
• Private, Level Yards 
• Huge Master Suite with Spa Tub and Covered Balcony 
• Plenty of Room for Everything 

Enjoy this wonderful expanded split level home. 
Spacious Eat-in Kitchen 
Formal Living and Dining Rooms 
Huge Master Suite 

Don't miss this great New Fairfield home! 

Contact Don Fabrizio-Garcia today for your private showing 
203.746.1199 

Keller Williams CT Realty 
CT Home Group 
don@FabRealEstate.com 
www.FabRealEstate.com 

New Fairfield, Connecticut Real Estate