Here we are, April 1, 2008!  Wow, time flies when you're having fun!  The first quarter has ended and here are the sales figues from the Cape Cod MLS system of closed/sold properties in Truro from January 1- March 31.As we know, the average days on the market has increased from 2007.  However, Buyers are buying and the market is active!TruroYTD 2008 volumeLYTD 2007 volumeCondos34Single family44Average days on the market237194TruroHighestLowestAverageSingle Family$900,000$425,000$662,500Condos$425,000$279,000$371,067Should you be considering buying or selling a home or condo anywhere here on Cape Cod or in Truro, please feel free to visit my website or call me at 508-487-6002.Rick TourgeeCentury 21 ShorelandProvincetown/ Cape Cod  04/01/2008

In March 2007, the Roberts family purchased Truro Vineyards here on Cape Cod.As it states on the Truro Vineyard website, the Roberts family's plan for Truro Vineyards is simultaneously practical and visionary. It's important for the new owners to maintain the success the winery has enjoyed for the past 15 years as a landmark on the seaswept easternmost end of Cape Cod. Every summer, thousands of wine lovers tour the vineyard and winery to enjoy both the educational and the tasting experience. Thanks to modern wine making technologies available almost for the first time, there are plans to reach beyond the estate grapes, to make expressive, individualistic wines from some of America's finest wine regions.During the summer, tourists from all the world come to Cape Cod and venture to Truro... 03/29/2008

For many of us here on Cape Cod, finding a good restaurant with great service and excellent food during the off season is very challenging!However, Montanosis my favorite Italian restaurant that is open year-round located right on Rte 6 in North Truro.  A few weeks ago, for the off season, Montanos started offering free appetizers at the bar on Friday evenings until 7:00pm!!  What a deal!!Montanos was established in 1988 by chef/owner Bob Montano, Montano's offers a warm and traditional Cape Cod atmosphere while capturing the essence of New England seafare and Italian cuisine. Montanos offers an extensive and diverse menu with over 50 entrees. Traditional Italian favorites include Linguine with Clam Sauce, Veal Saltimbocca, and Steak Pizzaiola, and signature entrees include Steak Montan... 02/12/2008

In Truro, which is located one town south of Provincetown on Cape Cod, is a more rural area here on the Cape with mainly single family dwellings.  Truro has a year-round population of about 2,400 people.  Truro is very popular with people who want to live in a rural area- yet be only 10 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of Provincetown.Below are stats of single family homes currently on the market in Truro here on Cape Cod.  My earlier post has the stats from sold properties, which was 33 homes with an average DOM of 185.ActiveListing Price Range Quantity     Average DOM $350,000 thru $399,999172 $450,000 thru $499,9996294 $500,000 thru $549,9992200 $550,000 thru $599,9998331 $600,000 thru $649,999485 $650,000 thru $699,9992492 $700,000 thru $749,9995190 $750,000 thru $799,9994227... 01/02/2008

In Truro, which is located one town south of Provincetown on Cape Cod, is a more rural area here on the Cape with mainly single family dwellings.  Truro has a year-round population of about 2,400 people.  Truro is very popular with people who want to live in a rural area- yet be only 10 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of Provincetown.Below are the sales stats for 2007 according to our MLS system.  The Days on the market of the sold properties has a lower average than Provincetown which is 245 for the sold single family homes during 2007.  Not only are the days on the market lower in Truro, the volume of sold properties in Truro is higher than Provincetown's 26.SoldSelling Price Range Quantity     Average DOM $400,000 thru $449,9993205 $450,000 thru $499,9995168 $500,000 thru $54... 01/02/2008

Sales in Truro continue to do well along with the rest of Cape Cod.  There are good numbers considering Truro is a town of only 2,600 perople!  Here is the break down of actual sales in Truro according to the Cape Cod MLS system from January 1, 2007- November 30, 2007:SoldSelling Price Range Quantity     Average DOM $80,000 thru $89,9991575 $100,000 thru $119,9991204 $140,000 thru $159,9993177 $160,000 thru $179,9993188 $180,000 thru $199,999193 $200,000 thru $249,9993261 $250,000 thru $299,9992161 $300,000 thru $349,9993313 $350,000 thru $399,9993238 $400,000 thru $449,9992109 $450,000 thru $499,9997194 $500,000 thru $549,9994263 $550,000 thru $599,9996117 $600,000 thru $649,9993122 $650,000 thru $699,9996323 $700,000 thru $749,9991167 $950,000 thru $999,9992138 $1,000,000 thru $1,249,... 11/30/2007

Below is the sales data of property sales in Truro on Cape Cod according the Cape Cod MLS system from January 1- October 31, 2007 of all property types:SoldSelling Price Range Quantity     Average DOM $80,000 thru $89,9991575 $100,000 thru $119,9991204 $140,000 thru $159,9993177 $160,000 thru $179,9993188 $180,000 thru $199,999193 $200,000 thru $249,9993261 $250,000 thru $299,9992161 $300,000 thru $349,9993313 $350,000 thru $399,9993238 $400,000 thru $449,9992109 $450,000 thru $499,9997194 $500,000 thru $549,9993300 $550,000 thru $599,9996117 $600,000 thru $649,9993122 $650,000 thru $699,9996323 $700,000 thru $749,9991167 $950,000 thru $999,9991141 $1,000,000 thru $1,249,999132 $1,250,000 thru $1,499,9991324 $2,000,000 thru $2,249,999143 $2,250,000 thru $2,499,9991125 $4,500,000 thru $4... 11/17/2007