WILLIAMSBURG REAL ESTATE & HOMES MARKET REPORT July 1, 2008 through July 31, 2008 WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA consists of several counties.  They are James City, York and City of Williamsburg.YORK COUNTYBetween July 1, 2008 and July 31, 2008 , there were 16 homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA YORK COUNTY.  That is a decrease of 13 units as there were 29 homes that closed in July 2007.The Average Sales Price of the homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA YORK COUNTY for July of 2008 was $328,656.The Average Sales Price of the homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRIGNIA YORK COUNTY for July of 2007 was $362,641.The Average Days on Market of the homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRIGNIA YORK COUNTY for July of 2008 was 84.The Average Days on Market of the homes that closed in WILLIAM... 09/05/2008

WILLIAMSBURG  REAL ESTATE & MARKET HOMES REPORT for July 1 through July 31, 2008 Williamsburg Virginia consists of several counties.  They are James City, York and City of Williamsburg.CITY of WILLIAMSBURGBetween July 1, 2008 and July 31, 2008, there were 7 homes that closed in the CITY OF WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA.  This is a decrease of 2 units as there were 8 homes that closed in July 2007.The Average Sales Price of the homes that closed in the City of Williamsburg Virginiafor the month of July of 2008 was $473,643.The Average Sales Price of the homes that closed in the City of Williamsburg Virginia for the month of July of 2007 was $530,362.The Average Days on Market of the homes that closed in the City of Williamsburg Virginia for the month of July of 2008 was 114 days.The Average Day... 09/04/2008

WILLIAMSBURG REAL ESTATE & HOMES MARKET REPORT July 1, 2008 through July 31, 2008 WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA consists of several counties.  They are James City, York and City of Williamsburg.JAMES CITY COUNTYBetween July 1, 2008 and July 31, 2008 , there were 69 homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA JAMES CITY COUNTY.  That is a decrease of 21 units as there were 90 homes that closed in July 2007.The Average Sales Price of the homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA JAMES CITY COUNTY for July of 2008 was $407,544.The Average Sales Price of the homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRIGNIA JAMES CITY COUNTY for July of 2007 was $416,160.The Average Days on Market of the homes that closed in WILLIAMSBURG VIRIGNIA JAMES CITY COUNTY for July of 2008 was 113.The Average Days on Market of th... 09/04/2008

Please read below for information on the Williamsburg, VA real estate market.  Below I have listed home sale statistics from the period from April - June 2008.  These statistics are according to waarealtor.com. *City of Williamsburg, Single Family Homes 16 sold Average Sale price:  $373,712 Median Sale Price:  $332,500 Average Days on Market:  118 days Number of Active Listings:  68 (average price = $557,649) *City of Williamsburg, Attached Homes 14 sold Average Sale Price:  $244,907 Median Sale Price:  $200,000 Average Days on Market:  99 Number of Active Listings:  60 (average price = $362,313) *James City County, Single Family Homes 204 sold Average Sales Price:  $427,660 Median Sales Price:  $361,450 Average Days on Market:  143 Number of Active Listings:  864 (average price = $539,... 09/04/2008

  SEPTEMBER is BACK TO SCHOOL MONTH!! Summer is gone, bid farewell.  Labor Day is considered the last holiday of summer.  It's bittersweet.  You hate to see the beauty of the summer fade away, but are excited by the thought of Thanksgiving and Christmas!  It's also when you can catch a break from hot weather (depending on your location).  According to www.brownielocks.com, September is also Backpack Safety Month, National Coupon Month, National Honey Month, National Chicken Month, National Piano Month and National Rice Month.  There are a few special weeks that fall during the month including National Line Dance Wee (8-13), Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week (14-20), National Clean Hands Week (21-27) and Remember to Register to Vote Week (Sept. 28 - Oct. 4). SEPTEMBER1    Labor Day4  ... 09/02/2008

  WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TODAY'S REAL ESTATE MARKET as told by WILLIAMSBURG AREA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS 1.  Real Estate markets are local.  News reports show national trends which are an average.  Pay attention to the sales price trends, volume and inventory in our market.2.  Virginia home values are stable.  Since November, 2004, the average price of typical Virginia home has appreciated 42%.  Stay abreast of your local market.3.  A house is a place to make a home, not just a buck!  Most purchasers don't buy a house to flip it.  They buy to live in.  The value of a rooted home community, civic pride and a higher quality of life can't be expressed in a balance sheet.4.  Housing demand in Virginia is set to grow.  By 20010, the Commonwealth's population will increase by half a milli... 09/02/2008

  The College of William & Mary TRIBE FOOTBALL 2008 September 13 VMI 7P.M. September 20 NORFOLK STATE 7P.M. October 4 VILLANOVA 1P.M. October 25 RHODE ISLAND 1P.M. November 8 NORTHEASTERN 7P.M. November 22 RICHMOND 12P.M. Football Season Tickets are as follows: Sideline Adult $120 Sideline Youth $90 Endzone Adulth $90 Endzone Youth $60 Family Plan $180   (2 adult, 2 youth) For tickets, visit www.TRIBEATHLETICS.COM Courtesy of Yvette Smith, REALTOR WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA REAL ESTATE 757-753-7472 08/30/2008

  GOOD EATS & FUN IN WILLIAMSBURG VRIGINIA Sponsor a Crab to Save the Bay!!!!!The Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill is having the 18th Annual Crab Race, a benefit for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.  It's being held on Suday August 31, 2008 from 6p.m. to 7p.m.                                               Three Race Categories:  Great friends of the Bay $50 entry fee                                                                                    Good friends of the Bay $25 entry fee                                                                                    Friends of the Bay $10 entry fee PRIZES for fastest crab in each race, best crab name and cutest crab.  All entry fees go to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Beret's Seafood Restaurant *199 S. Boundary Street*WILL... 08/30/2008

  THEWILLIAMSBURGREALESTATEBLOG.COM Presents: WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA Neighborhood of the Week: CREEKSIDE LANDING This community is located on the banks of Queens Creek in Historic Williamsburg Virginia.  There is easy access to Interstate 64 and Colonial Parkway (some of the best views you'll see driving).  Not to mention about ten minutes away from BUSCH GARDENS and WATER COUNTRY USA!  In CREEKSIDE LANDING, you live in Williamsburg with a York County address thus having the best of both worlds. The amenities in CREEKSIDE LANDING include: *  Huge swimming pool & a seperate pool just for the tots! *  Clubhouse *  2 playgrounds *  Horseshoe set *  Picnic Area *  Walking trails *  Pier/dock *  York County schools:  Magruder, Queens Lake Middle and Bruton High School            There are cur... 08/05/2008

  THEWILLIAMSBURGREALESTATEBLOG.COM presents WILLIAMSBURG BUSINESS OF THE WEEK BUSCH GARDENS I am proud to say that one of the main attractions of VIRGINIA is in WILLIAMSBURG!  Summer fun at it's finest!!  There is something for every age at BUSCH GARDENS.  There are five roller coasters, three water rides,  two haunted houses (3D & 4D) and  plenty of little tike/tikette friendly rides.  If you need a break from all the rides, you can relax and enjoy the American Jukebox show with muscial tunes from the 50's, 70's and 90's.  Or check out Jack Hanna's Wildlife show.             Hungry?  No need for that...not at BUSCH GARDENS!  You can eat to your hearts content in any country.  You like Italian?  Try La Cucina.  Trapper's Smokehouse has some of the best barbque and if you got a taste fo... 08/04/2008

  TIRED or JUST READY TO RETIRE? Don't wait another day!  Come join me for a sneak peak and lunch at WINDSORMEADE of WILLIAMSBURG. We will tour one of WILLIAMSBURG'S most vibrant RETIREMENT communities.  See the beautiful NEW residences and experience the WEALTH of services and amenities of the Good Life at Windsor Meade. Dates and times are:   Thursday, August 7th @ 10:30 a.m.Thursday, August 28th at 10:30 a.m.Tuesday, September 9th at 10:30 a.m. Or call Yvette Smith for your personal guided tour of WINDSORMEADE of WILLIAMSBURG today!!  You'll be glad you did! YVETTE SMITH, Senior Real Estate Specialist® Realtor® WILLIAMSBURG REAL ESTATE 757-753-7472 Direct Line 757-645-2155 Ofiice 757-240-5674 Fax   08/02/2008

  WHO WE ARE We are a highly-trained team of forward thinking individuals committed to initating the changes that will define tomorrow's real estate industry.  We are motivated, understanding, knowledeable and professional.We are passionate about our business in real estate. OUR GOALS We will bring a new level of service ot the brokerage transaction by anticipating and responding to our client's needs to swiftly and completely.We will create a world-class working invironment that nurturesnew and innovative approaches that improve the way we do business,ensuring that every customer becomes a customer for life. THE REWARDS Our clients will discover in us a trusted partner - a partner that they can unequivocally recommend to their friends and family.  Our clients willrely upon us to be the... 08/02/2008

  THEWILLIAMSBURGREALESTATEBLOG.COM presents: WILLIAMSBURG BUSINESS OF THE WEEK WILLIAMSBURG FORD LINCOLN MERCURY DEALERSHIP NEED A NEW CAR?  PERHAPS NEWLY USED?  Would you like great customer service with that as well?  Well, hurry on over to WILLIAMSBURG FORD LINCOLN MERCURY.  I have got to give rave reviews about this dealership! November, 2007 I purchased a new vehicle.  Yes, it's been a while, but I failed to give credit where credit is due!  I am reminded of my experience because I have been back for various reasons.   MIKE HORNE was my salesperson.  He went above and beyond.  He still goes above and beyond each time I require assistance.  I've got to give kudos to the General Sales Manager, Steve Mullen and the Sales Manager, Ron Gibson who shared in making it a smooth transactio... 07/28/2008

  TheWilliamsburgRealEstateBlog.com presents: WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA Neighborhood of the Week This weeks Neighborhood of the Week is: QUEENS LAKE Queens Lake is a beautiful community in the Mid-Atlantic Region, connected to Williamsburg Virginia by a five minute scenic drive on the Colonial Parkway. It is bordered by Queens Creek to the North and West, and the Colonial Parkway to the South.  It's Eastern Border is New Quarter Park. a 545-acre county park renovated in 2005.                                                                                         The amenities in Queens Lake include: Lake - Fresh water for boating (electric motors only) and filled with large mouth bass, bream and other fish. Marina on Queen Creek with access to York River & Chesapeake Bay. Two swimming pools... 07/27/2008

  Learning is fun & it's free at the WILLIAMSBURG LIBRARY! There are two different reading programs for those who live in Williamsburg, James City or York Counties.  Children from birth, to those entering 5th grade and teens from age 6-12.   CATCHING THE READING BUG! Children from birth to those entering 5th grade get a reading log once they've been registered.  Every time they read or listen to a book, OR read or listen for 30 minutes, OR read for 30 pages, you  record it on their reading log.   Bring you son or daurgher to the library each week to share what they have read with staff. Each week that they come and share they will receive an incentive prize.  This summer, the prize theme is BUGS!  Each prize your child gets is bug-related.  So far, my son has gotten a bug catcher and a ... 07/22/2008

  GRAND OPENING OF BEST BUY          at THE MARQUIS in WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA on THURSDAY, JULY 17 at 6 P.M. $20 Gift Card to the 1st 100 Customers! Sound the alarm!! Williamsburg is 72 hours away from the opening of  Best Buy.  Why the excitement you ask? Because now we (the citizens of Williamsburg) no longer have to drive twenty-five minutes to get to the nearest Best Buy!! Best Buy will be located at The Marquis shopping center conveniently located off Interestate 64, Exit 242B East (Route 199).  There is also a JC PENNY, a KOHL'S, a DICK'S Sporting Goods store and a soon to be TARGET (coming in August). After you've shopped unitl you've dropped, head (pun intended) on over to PRESIDENT'S PARK. where learning is larger than life, literally!!  President's Park was created by David Adi... 07/14/2008

  Total Active Agent Days on Market Number Sold Sold Volume Average Sale Price Percent of List Days on Market Days to Close Area Last Year This Year PCT Last Year This Year PCT Last Year This Year PCT Last Year This Year PCT Last Year This Year PCT Last Year This Year PCT Last Year This Year PCT Last Year This Year PCT James City County 1208 1186 -1 246 173 -29 149 99 -33 56,541,146 40,303,095 -28 379,471 407,102 +7 98 97 -0 107 120 +12 107 120 +12 City of Williamsburg 129 136 +5 243 164 -32 15 13 -13 5,166,000 3,957,199 -23 344,400 304,400 -11 99 98 -0 77 126 +63 77 126 +63 York 216 136 -37 177 119 -32 50 13 -74 19,148,144 4,014,700 -79 382,963 308,823 -19 98 98 -0 93 68 -26 93 68 -26 Residential Totals: 1553 1458 -6 1426 1558 +9 214 125 -41 80,855,290 48,274,994 -40 368,945 340,108 -7... 07/05/2008

  This post was inspired by Richard Smith. This one is for you, Richard!! THE CARDINAL Oh, to be in Williamsburg Virginia, this time of year is absolutely wonderful!! Do you like birds? Well I do! I am a huge fan of the Cardinal (hence my background page). They are in abundance here in Williamsburg. I enjoy seeing them fly. And there sound is like music to my ears. Listen for yourself... The Cardinal is the Virginia State Bird. Virginia designated the Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) as the official state bird in 1950. One of America's favorite backyard birds, cardinals are distinctive in appearance and song. They are known for their "cheer-cheer-cheer," "whit-chew-whit-chew" and "purty-purty-purty" whistles. Male Cardinal are a brilliant scrarlet red, females a buffy brown wit... 06/26/2008

    How do I price home  my home to sell?  Good question! Do you want it to sell sooner or later?  I bet you'll say sooner! In that case, pricing your home correctly is critical to the end result that you desire.  Read on to find out more... FIRST, NEVER, NEVER select your REALTOR® based on the list price they recommend.  Although, a higher list price could result in a higher net to you, just the opposite may oocur and often happens.  You have an overpriced listing.  It is far more important to select a REALTOR® who is will tell you the truth, even when it's not what you want to hear.  Choose your REALTOR® based on their expertise and their specific marketing strategy for your home. SECONDLY, You need to look through the eyes of a prospective buyer.  What homes will they be looking at i... 06/24/2008

  EXACTLY WHAT DOES YOUR REALTOR® DO? Most people would say, "Helps people buy and sell houses."  That's merely a job.  The reward comes from being good neighbors and good citizens. "Our members do so much more than help buy and sell homes."  They recently helped paint a home in conjunction with Housing Partnerships.  In addition, two recent fund-raising events show that our members care for and about the community, " says Linda Linsman, CEO of the Williamsburg Area Association of REALTORS® (WAAR). Supporting worthwhile causes is one way that Realtors® can and do give back to the community that supports us by giving us the opportunity to serve them with their real estate needs.  Proceeds from the 10th annual golf tournament, held earlier this month at the Golden Horeshoe Course, were do... 06/22/2008