August 2014 Real Estate Market Statistics for Watertown CT Currently in Watertown CT there are 193 active residential listings for sale, with 29 new listings being added in August. The homes for sale in Watertown CT range from a 624 square ft, 2-bedroom REO lakefront cottage listed at $54,900 to a 8,908 square ft, 5-bedroom, colonial estate on 12 acres listed at $1,465,000.      Search for Homes in Watertown CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Watertown CT is $303,951. The average days on market for these homes are 161 days. In addition, there are currently 17 homes under contract in Watertown CT, with 7 going under contract in August.      In August 2014, 15 homes closed in Watertown CT. They ranged from a 1,582 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial, which so... 09/25/2014

  I live around the corner would be happy to be the first to welcome you to your new home at 65 East Street, Watertown, CT   So much potential! Ideal for First Home Buyers Great location, quiet neighborhood. Second floor ready for expansion. Owners never finished second floor. Large rooms, nice yard. Newer replacement windows, public water and sewer. Needs updating but well worth the effort. Call Me at 860.945.9284 to discuss the right mortgage option for your family and to take advantage of my FREE Mortgage Pre-Approval service. Then call Peg Durkee at Westview Properties to schedule a showing and be ready to make an offer.   http://www.trulia.com/property/3165720415-Single-Family-Home-Watertown-CT-06795#photo-1 09/09/2014

3 Bedroom Colonial for Sale in Watertown CT MLS# N352828   Listed at $395,000 This 3/4 bedroom colonial in Watertown CT has contemporary flairs and lots of living space for the family. Features are hardwood floors throughout; formal dining room, large kitchen with breakfast nook; first floor master bedroom suite with walk-in closet; Jacuzzi tub; Second floor has 2 bedrooms and a large bonus room which can be a home office, exercise area, family room or a 4th bedroom.   Large deck off of living room has trex decking which offers little maintenance; home has forced air heating system, propane gas for fuel and central air. Professionall y landscaped yard has lots of spce for kids, with spectacular views of a large valley .   3 Bedroom Colonial for Sale in Watertown CT MLS# N352828   Listed... 09/07/2014

WATERTOWN CT FARMERS' MARKET 8/30   Theme: Back to Earth: Health & Wellness The perfect resource for the best medicine available to us - locally grown fresh produce, meats, eggs, honey, etc. Produce is bountiful right now - so stop in for your tomatoes, corn, squash, eggplant, beans, kale and so much more! Great recipes are available at the Information Booth. Rosemari Roast of Walk in the Woods will not only be offering a 10:30am workshop on "preserving the bountiful produce", she will also be setup as our "visiting artist." This multi-talented artist has been gracing us with wonderful workshops throughout the month! Additional vendors this week, will include: Kim Elovirta - Raven's Edge Next Step Living Celeste Romish with her Tiny Gardens and Claudia Duhamel - Garden Art by ClaudiaTh... 08/29/2014

July 2014 Real Estate Market Statistics for Watertown CT   Currently in Watertown CT there are 206 active residential listings for sale, with 37 new listings being added in July. The homes for sale in Watertown CT range from a 1,152 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial listed at $56,000 to a 8,908 square ft, 5-bedroom, colonial estate on 12 acres listed at $1,465,000.     Search for Homes in Watertown CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Watertown CT is $311,053. The average days on market for these homes are 160 days. In addition, there are currently 14 homes under contract in Watertown CT, with 4 going under contract in July.     In July 2014, 19 homes closed in Watertown CT. They ranged from a 1,292 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial, which sold for $56,705 to ... 08/23/2014

CT Boarding Schools:  Taft School, Watertown, CT   Taft is one of the most rigorous and well-respected educational communities in the world. It is also a school that lives its motto each day. Our motto, which translates to “Not to be served but to serve,” permeates every aspect of the Taft community. Taft’s 576 students, who hail from 33 states and 33 countries, love their experience not simply because they are challenged by the academic rigor they experience daily, but because they develop life-long friendships with faculty members and students’ alike. No matter how hard they are working, Taft students celebrate their responsibility as human beings to serve rather than be served.   Boarding student tuition:  $ $52,300    Day:  38,800 % Students Boarding: 82% Enrollment: 576 Endowment: ... 08/10/2014

There are 2 town events in Watertown CT Sat Aug 9, 2014.   The Farmer’s market will again be in the parking lot adjacent to the library, The theme of the market this week will be  Understanding Hunger in Our Community - please bring donations for the Watertown Food Bank.  Fresh eggs will be available, as well as fresh baked goods, occasionally a butcher will offer fresh cut meats, and some arts and crafts items. There will be a Special Presentation at 10:30am by Rosemari Roast - Herbalist/Gardner - how to preserve naturally the bounty of fresh produce available. At 6 PM that night, Main St in Watertown CT will be blocked off from Woodruff to Depot St for a few hours so that residents and friends can get to appreciate the center of town and the local businesses. Delicious food, great en... 08/08/2014

The Golf Course at Crestbrook Park, Watertown CT, A Litchfield County Gem   The Golf Course at Crestbrook Park, is one of the best kept secrets in Connecticut, and should definitely be a 'Must Play' for golfers looking for a challenge. The 18-hole "Crestbrook Park" course at the Crestbrook Park facility in Watertown, Connecticut features 6,915 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71 . The course rating is 72.9 and it has a slope rating of 126 from the Blue Tees.  Designed by Geoffrey S. Cornish, ASGCA, the Golf Course at Crestbrook Park opened in 1962.  The course has been ranked by Golf Magazine as one of the top 10 public courses in CT. 2014 GREENS FEES   Monday - Thursday Friday-Sunday & Holidays   9 holes 18 holes 9 holes 18 holes Resident - Full $ 19 $ 33 $ 21 $ 35 Res... 08/03/2014

WATERTOWN CT FARMERS' MARKET 8/02     8/2 - MEET THE MERCHANTS (Local Watertown/Oakville Businesses)   Music by Generations Brass from 10am-12noon   Visiting Artist - University of Hartford Student, Erin Cunliffe   We still have openings for local businesses to setup   - contact Doreen at 860-945-5246 or email: breen@watertownct.org   or simply show up at the Information Booth before 8:30am   The Market is held weekly through October 11th from 9am-1pm at the Watertown Libraary Parking Lot on Main Street     Sponsored by: Watertown Recreation   Night Out on Main Street 8/9/14 from 6-9pm                   WATERTOWN CT FARMERS' MARKET 8/02     07/31/2014

June 2014 Real Estate Market Statistics for Watertown CT   Currently in Watertown CT there are 211 active residential listings for sale, with 44 new listings being added in June. The homes for sale in Watertown CT range from a 1,152 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial listed at $56,000 to a 8,908 square ft, 5-bedroom, colonial estate on 12 acres listed at $1,495,000.     Search for Homes in Watertown CT   The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Watertown CT is $308,430. The average days on market for these homes are 149 days. In addition, there are currently 11 homes under contract in Watertown CT, with 6 going under contract in June.     In June 2014, 17 homes closed in Watertown CT. They ranged from a 1,253 square ft, 3-bedroom cape, which sold for $75,000 to a ... 07/28/2014

Watertown CT Farmers Market - Opening Day - July 12th     July 12th is coming fast!  opening day of the Watertown Farmers' Market Mark your calendars - Saturdays from 9am-1pm from July 12th through October 11th, Watertown CT Library Parking lot on Main Street The Watertown CT Farmer's market is more than just local farmers selling off fresh vegetables and fruits. Past years have seen face painting; musicians offering a musical background. Fresh eggs are available, as well as fresh baked goods, occasionally a butcher will offer fresh cut meats, and some arts and crafts items. All your friendly farmers will be returning: Michell; Percy Thomson Meadows; Farm All; Old Macdonald's; Second Wind; Dinesberg; and Careyshire. So mark the calendar for the start of the summer farmer's market.   Wa... 07/01/2014

This Saturday, July 10 the Farmer's Market in Watertown CT opens for the first day of the summer season. The market is open from 9 AM to 1 PM in the parking lot of the Watertown Public Library at 470 Main St, Watertown Ct The first morning was threatened by intermittent rains but there was an enthusiastic crowd. It's still early in the season but the first crops are coming out, as are vendors with mature plants for those late in getting the gardens in. Walking the rows of tents, were fresh eggs, fresh flowers, fresh baked goods, craft items, a vendor with Italian pastries, coupons from a local ice cream shop and even a butcher. Kids were active with face paintings and the sounds of live music filled the air.   Next Saturday in addition to the fresh produce, there will be at least an add... 07/01/2014

ARTISTS COME OUT FOR NIGHT OUT ON MAIN STREET-WATERTOWN   Saturday, June 21st from 6-9pm come out to Main Street, Watertown for Night Out on Main Street.  For great family fun, delicious food, live music and entertainment and to view the creative and artistic works of area artists and artisans.     Down Home Frolic will strum up some great music, while Jus' Gotta Dance will be performing for you, and teaching you different dances.   Food will be plentiful, with local restaurants such as Rock Garden Cafe, Susan's Country Kitchen, La Palette Bakery, Adam's Hometown Supermarket, Watertown Meat Center and Nonna Lucia's.  Within the block party, The Red Door and Main St Grill will have food outside, and inside for those who want to take a break from the festivities.  Desserts will be availa... 06/18/2014

Watertown CT Town-Wide Tag Sale  June 7, 2014 Saturday June 7 is the day that Watertown CT will have its official. Roads will be busy as bargain hunters try to eyeball that special item that they believe needs to be in their home. The town is organizing a town wide tag sale and is offering to promote each location in print and Internet advertising.   By registering with the town and paying a $15.00 fee, the town will include the house in print advertising in several local publications and on the town web site. A detailed flyer and application  to participate is available through this flyer link. The normal sale hours are from 8AM  to 3 PM, and early bird hours start at 7 AM. One person's trash can become another person's treasure, while space is cleaned up in basements and garages. Spe... 06/02/2014

Night Out on Main St in Watertown CT Sat May 31 There's go'na be a party and They'll be Dancin' in the Streets. Sponsored by the Town of Watertown. Main St in Watertown CT will be blocked off from Woodruff to Depot St for a few hours so that residents and friends can get to appreciate the center of town and the local businesses. Music will be provided by a DJ from the Red Door Bar . From 6 PM to 9 PM it's a block party and all are welcome. The restaurants and shops in town will be open, so come down and have some fun. Block Party in Watertown CT on Main St 05/31/2014

Watertown CT Real Estate Market Statistics for April 2014   Currently in Watertown CT there are 176 active residential listings for sale, with 36 new listings being added in April. The homes for sale in Watertown CT range from a 1,292 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial listed at $69,900 to a 8,908 square ft, 5-bedroom, colonial estate on 12 acres listed at $1,495,000.    Search for Homes in Watertown CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Watertown CT is $312,232. The average days on market for these homes are 154 days. In addition, there are currently 14 homes under contract in Watertown CT, with 6 going under contract in April.   In April 2014, 9 homes closed in Watertown CT. They ranged from a 1,099 square ft, 3-bedroom cape, which sold for $112,000 to a 4... 05/29/2014

Another Sale in Watertown CT After Jumping a Few Hurdles We just closed on a comfortable 3 bedroom colonial in Watertown CT and the happy buyers were pleased and relieved. Pleased to have gotten for them a perfect home and relieved for the hurdles we had to leap to get to the closing table. A mis-communication with the buyer's online lender created the first issue as they were conventional buyers and the lender sent the appraiser out for an FHA mortgage. The house had paint issues so FHA was not going to work. Almost 2 weeks were lost, which when dealing with a foreclosure is inexcusable. What created the biggest issue was the fully finished basement for which no permits had been pulled. The listing agent had done no survey and as they were from out of area were not going to do anything... 05/28/2014

Watertown CT Real Estate Market Statistics for Mar 2014 Currently in Watertown CT there are 157 active residential listings for sale, with 31 new listings being added in March. The homes for sale in Watertown CT range from a 1,152 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial listed at $75,000 to a 8,908 square ft, 5-bedroom, colonial estate on 12 acres listed at $1,495,000.     Search for Homes in Watertown CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Watertown CT is $310,101. The average days on market for these homes are 170 days. In addition, there are currently 19 homes under contract in Watertown CT, with 6 going under contract in March.  In March 2014, 7 homes closed in Watertown CT. They ranged from a 960 square ft, 3-bedroom REO ranch, which sold for $112,125 to a 2,6... 04/29/2014

Rejoice in all the things that renews your strength, soothes your soul, and brightens the world around you.  Happy Easter!   04/19/2014

Can You Believe It! The CFPB does something right!For years now, FHA has assessed a “Pre-Payment Penalty” on homeowners who pay-off their FHA Mortgage early. They don’t call it that, but that’s what it is! Here’s how it works: No matter what date in a month a FHA mortgage is paid off via sale or refinance, FHA charges that homeowner interest until the end of the month. Let’s say the closing takes place on the 2nd of the month. The loan is paid-in-full, yet FHA charges the borrower for “unearned interest” through the last day of that month. That’s a Pre-Payment Penalty in my book! Not a big deal you say! A delay in closing a FHA mortgage past the 30th of the month means higher closing costs for those wanting to refinance and less proceeds from those selling their home. Why is this allow... 04/14/2014