Shelton CT Single Family Market Report for May 2010 Shelton CT single family home sales, including Huntington and White Hills,  were UP 100% from May 2009.  The average list, selling and median prices were all down just 3% from the same period last year. Even days on the market has showed stabilization.  Where were all the single family sales for the month of May in Shelton?  The hot spot was in the $200-300K range, accounting for 30% of sales.    Following are the Shelton, CT property transfers for May 1-May 31 recorded as of June 6, 2010.  The high sale of $627,400 was recorded on Blueberry Lane, while the low sale of $28,000 was in Fairchild Park.    The absorption trend, which shows the number of months it would take to sell the entire inventory at the same pace, came in at 8.37 for... 06/09/2010

Open House ~ 262 Sunwood Dr. Shelton CT ~ Sun. June 6 ~ 1-3 p.m. Looking for a condo in Shelton CT?  How about a condo that has four levels and approximately 2,000 square feet of total living space, including the finished basement?  Priced at $235,000, this Sunwood Condominium not only has everything going for it, it's also a great buy! Come visit the open house on Sunday, June 6, at 262 Sunwood Drive, in Shelton CT from 1-3 p.m.    Photo GalleryDescriptionStep into this 1,330 square foot condo at Sunwood and immediately feel at home. The sunny kitchen, with newer stainless steel appliances, features a separate vaulted breakfast area with access via sliders to a private deck.Off the kitchen is a dining room with slider access to a private rear deck overlooking a lush back ‘yard’. This l... 06/04/2010

Sunwood Condominiums in Shelton (Huntington) CT Nestled in a private, wooded area off Nells Rock Road in Shelton CT, Sunwood Condominiums offers a relaxed lifestyle with desirable amenities. This community, built in phases from 1983-1985, offers 168 townhouse style units with an exterior contemporary architecture.      See which units are for sale or rent.  Full map included. Check current Sunwood Condominiums for sale or rent TODAY  There are 2- as well as 3-bedroom models offering multiple levels, garages, full basements, vaulted ceilings, skylights, lofts, walk-up attics, fireplaces, two baths minimum, private decks, solariums, and lovely common areas.  Living space ranges from approximately 1,300 to 2,000 square feet.   Many basements and attics are finished for additional living sp... 06/02/2010

Shelton (Huntington) CT Open House Sunday, May 16 1-4 p.m. This is one lovely colonial style home in an extremely desirable neighborhood in the Huntington section of Shelton, CT.   Stop by the public open house on Sunday, May 16 from 1-4 p.m. at 22 Lazy Brook Road and take a look.  You will not be disappointed.  MANY custom features!  Photo GalleryLovely situated colonialDramatic FoyerGranite KitchenA Cook's DreamBreakfast Area and Sitting RoomGrand Family Room FireplaceAwesome Master BR Suite French Doors to Private BalconyLovely, Private Landscaped GroundsDescriptionEnjoy the quiet serenity and security of this private, elegant neighborhood. Located near the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, this pristine 3,750 square foot home is situated on .94 acres of meticulously landscaped park-like... 05/14/2010

Shelton CT Walkathon and Soupstock Events May 16 Looking for something to do this weekend in Shelton, CT?  The Boys and Girls Club of Lower Naugatuck Valley is coordinating a benefit walkathon called "Get Your Walk On" on Sunday, May 16 from 10-4 at the Riverwalk.    Monies raised will be donated to after-school programs which provide cultural, physical, recreational, and social activities to more than 500 children.  For a minimum $25 pledge walkers will receive a T-Shirt as well as admission to the parallel event "Soupstock", an all day soup tasting competition.  Additionally, there will be an antique and custom auto show, a craft fair, and music by live bands including Yesteryear, Hubinger Street, The Breakfast, Fred McKay, The Alternate Routes, and Queen Killing Kings.   Information ... 05/12/2010

The Shelton CT condo market report for April 2010 shows sales were UP 60% from April 2009.  Average list and selling prices were down 30% and 31% respectively.  Days on the market showed considerable improvement with a decrease of 70% in market time. Following are the Shelton, CT condo property transfers for April 1-30 recorded as of May 4, 2010.  The high sale was in Crescent Village at $377,000, and the low sale was in Long Hill Commons at $57,900.   Sales for the month were clearly in the $100-300K range with a median sales figure of $205,375.   The absorption trend for the last three months indicates a high rate 16.86, with this average still affected by February low sales.  So, based on the current inventory and the number of solds, it would take 16.86 months to sell your condo.  N... 05/10/2010

Shelton CT Single Family Market Report for April 2010 Shelton CT single family home sales, including Huntington and White Hills,  were UP 80% from April 2009.  The average list price this month showed a 4.6% increase over last year along with a 6.5 increase in the selling price.  The median was also up at 6.15% Where were all the single family sales for the month of April in Shelton?  The sweet spot was in the $300-400K range, accounting for 61% of sales.    Following are the Shelton, CT property transfers for April 1-30 recorded as of May 4, 2010.  The high sale of $680,000 was recorded on Hubbell Lane, while the low sales of $190,000 were on Garden Terrace and Walnut Tree Hill Road.     The absorption trend, which shows the number of months it would take to sell the entire inventory a... 05/04/2010

Recycling on Earth Day and Every Day  Perhaps one of the easiest ways for consumers to help the environment is to recycle. In Connecticut recycling is mandatory.  Everyone resident, business, and all private and public agencies and institutions MUST recycle.  IT IS THE LAW!  Did you know that recycling one glass bottle saves enough electricity to light a 100-watt bulb for four hours?  Or that Americans throw away enough steel every year to build all the new cars made in America?  Tin cans are actually 99% steel with only a thin layer of tin to prevent rusting.  Then there's the ubiquitous plastic water bottle.  Americans use 4 million plastic bottle every HOUR!  But, only 1 in every 4 bottles is recycled.  According to Connecticut law the following items must be recycled: Glass Food and... 04/22/2010

The Shelton CT condo market report for March 2010 shows sales were UP 125% from February 2009.  Average list and selling prices were down 21% and 23% respectively.  However, one $985,000 sale in 2009 brought the average up considerably for 2009.   Looking at the median sales shows a more realistic picture of the market with the 2010 median sale of $325,000 being down only 5% from last year's median of $343,750. Days on the market showed a 203% increase from last year, but again, that figure was skewed by three condos on the market from 173-748 days.  Median days on the market shows a figure of 78 days for this March, up 44% instead. The high sale was in Well Spring Estates (Rushbrooke Lane)  at $487,000, and the low sale was in Cedar Grove (Coram Road) at $205,000. Where were all the Sh... 04/07/2010

Shelton CT Single Family Market Report for March 2010 What's UP?   Shelton single family home sales in March were UP 50% from March 2009.  The average selling price showed stabilization and the median showed only a 5% decrease. Average days on the market went DOWN 29.4%, music to a seller's ears! The high sale of $900,000 was recorded in Winthrop Woods, while the low sale of $77,900 was on Myrtle Street. Where were all the single family sales  for the month of March in Shelton?  The sweet spot was in the $200-300K range with the $400-500K range coming in a strong second place.  The absorption trend, which shows the number of months it would take to sell the entire inventory at the same pace, came in at 11.56 months, with January, a historically low month still bringing the average/month... 04/05/2010

Is it Shelton, CT or is it Huntington, CT? - The Tale of Two Towns Questions and confusion about whether Shelton, CT and Huntington, CT are two distinct areas - or not -- come up everyday.  They are, in fact, one and the same, under the umbrella of the city of Shelton, CT and zip code 06484.   A little history -- Shelton split from Stratford in 1789 and became Huntington, named for Connecticut governor Samuel Huntington.  Down by the Housatonic River, a manufacturing village started in the 1860s and was named after the Shelton Company's founder, Edward Shelton. He also  founded the Ousatonic (not a typo!) Water Company on the Housatonic River and helped make Shelton a flourishing manufacturing mecca. Then -- The borough of Shelton, due to its booming growth,  incorporated as a city in 1... 03/25/2010

Gifts By The Green in Shelton CT -- Something for Everyone I had the pleasure of doing my first video for my Facebook fan page, SheltonBuzz, featuring local business Gifts By The Green in Shelton CT. The owners, Ruth and Ian McClenaghan, are two very pleasant, engaging, and fun people.  Their gift shop is located in Huntington Plaza across from the Huntington Green at 17 Huntington Street, Shelton. It is NOT just the typical card store as some might think.  When you walk in, you will be AMAZED at the amount of merchandise and the selection of items you will see...  Hallmark cards, wrapping paper, bows, collectibles, Precious Moments, Department 56, seasonal gifts, candies AND quite an assortment of jewelry -- pendants, bracelets, and earrings. They stock thousands of jewelry beads of al... 03/18/2010

 Shelton CT Condo Sales -- Condo Market Report for February 2010   Shelton CT condo sales in February were UP 33% from February 2009.  Average list and selling prices were down 28% and 38% respectively. However, we have to take the small number of solds along with high selling prices that were away from the pack to put these percentages into perspective.   The high sale was in L'Hermitage and the low sale was in Asbury Ridge. Average days on the market increased 46% due totally to one condo marketed for 436 days.  The median sales figure more accurately represents the price range that is selling showing only a 2% decrease from the previous year.    Where were all the condo sales for the month of February in Shelton?   The absorption trend for the last nine months shows a decrease in con... 03/10/2010

Shelton CT Single Family Market Report for February 2010 MLS data shows Shelton single family home sales in February were UP 18% from January 2009.  While the average list went down only 1.7%, the selling price went UP 7.1%.  The February 2010 averages are actually better than they look since the 2009 averages were brought up considerably by the $910K sale. Average days on the market indicated a 25% increase.  While the average sales price gives a sense of home values, the median shows what price ranges are selling.  The median for February 2010 was $340,000 which was 15% higher than the median of $295,000 in February 2009.  Together, the average sales price and median give you the general trend of home values. Where were all the single family sales  for the month of February in Shelton... 03/03/2010

What's all the Buzz About in Shelton CT? I have been a resident of Connecticut my entire life and have lived in Shelton CT the last 25 years.  After all that time in one place, I have a pretty good handle on Shelton in general and the housing market, roads, government, activities, schools and businesses in particular.  I have to admit, though, that I do not know everything that is going on, (who does?)  but I do try to keep abreast of what is happening.  Even so, I can't always find everything I want in one place. I have not really spent a lot of time on Facebook yet.  I have done some connecting here and there when I have some free time. I learned recently, though, about Facebook Fan Pages.  I thought that creating and maintaining a fan page for Shelton CT would be a great place to pos... 03/01/2010

FREE Income Tax Preparation in Shelton CT and Neighboring Towns Need assistance preparing your 2009 federal tax return?  If you meet income guidelines, you may be qualified for free assistance under TEAM Inc.'s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance clinic.  Inquire about tax benefits like the Earned Income Tax Credit where a married couple with three children may be eligible for a tax credit up to $5,657 with an annual income less than $48,279, or the Child Tax Credit where families can claim up to $1,000 per child for dependent children up to age 17.  Trained volunteers are available at TEAM's tax center located at 30 Elizabeth Street in Derby.  The Center will be open every Wednesday from 5 to 8:30 p.m. and every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Saturday April 10.  Please call TEAM at (... 02/16/2010

Elderly and Disabled Tax Relief in Shelton CT   Applications for the State and Local Homeowners Elderly and Totally Disabled Programs  as well as the Local Homeowners Elderly Tax Freeze Program are now being accepted in the Shelton Assessor's office. Deadline for application is May 14. The State and Local Homeowners Elderly and Totally Disabled Programs are available to homeowners who turned 65 on or before December 31, 2009 and to totally disabled homeowners (no age requirement).  Income limits are $39,500 for married couples and $32,300 for a single. The state program credit against taxes varies according to income level. The local program credit is $300. Eligible Shelton CT property owners can also take advantage of the Elderly Homeowners Tax Freeze program.  A  homeowner is eligible... 02/15/2010

Shelton CT Condo Market Report for January 2010 The condo real estate market in Shelton CT for the month of January 2010 showed an improvement in sales and market time from the previous year but was down considerably in list/sell prices. MLS data shows Shelton CT condo sales in January were UP 25% from January 2009.  Average list and selling prices were down 71% and 68% respectively. However, this is not indicative of the market overall, but just attributed to how the numbers (highs and lows) fell within a small field of solds.  The high sale was in Summerfield and the low sale was in Stephens Terrace. Average days on the market decreased 21%.  Take a look at the January 2010 sales.     The market absorption rate for the month, which shows the number of months it would take to sell the ... 02/08/2010

Shelton CT January 2010 Single Family Market Report The December 2009 market report was a hard act to follow.  But there is still plenty of good news in the 2009 to 2010 comparison. MLS data shows Shelton single family home sales in January were UP 29% from January 2009.  Average list and selling prices were UP 19% and 22% respectively. Three home sales in the $700K+ range brought the averages up. Average days on the market indicated only a 8.55% increase. The market absorption rate, which shows the number of months it would take to sell the entire inventory at the same pace, is up at 9.94 months.  This statistic puts the inventory solidly in buyer market territory. Where were all the single family sales for the month of January in Shelton? The hot spots were in the $200K-300K  and the ... 02/03/2010

Shelton CT Condo Market Report for December 2009 The condo real estate market in Shelton CT for the month of December, 2009, was BOOMING in sales as compared to the same time last year. MLS data shows Shelton CT condo sales in December were up 275% from December 2008.  Average list and selling prices were  UP 12% and 11% respectively. The high sale was in Aspetuck and the low sale was in Asbury Ridge. Average days on the market increased 10%.  Take a look at the December 2009 sales.     The market absorption rate, which shows the number of months it would take to sell the entire inventory at the same pace, is at 6 months, which indicates a balanced market, holding steady from last month.  Where were all the condo sales for the month of December in Shelton? Sales below $200K took the pri... 01/04/2010