It was a great year for us at Bain!

 

 This graph shows the number of successful transactions 

in our key towns of Cornwall, Kent and Sharon in 2014

Peace & Tranquility on Geer Mountain

 

The location is perfect, set way back from Geer Mt. Rd in South Kent.The 340' drive gently curves up through pastures to this 3 bedroom 3 bath home. Built in the 1980's with a perfect southern orientation, the house is flooded with light with enormous solar gain and great views. The central stone fireplace & massive chimney are also a source of winter warmth & summer beauty. Kitchen & master bath were recently redone and the attached greenhouse-solarium a great addition.

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$595,000

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Kent Market Update-South Kent

Here is the annual neighborhood real estate report detailing the real estate activity in the last 12 months in South Kent.

The 27 sales transactions in Kent in the last 12 months is slightly fewer than previous year’s volume of 30.  However we are seeing the path back to a more balanced market where there is a small pool of buyers and a limited amount of homes available for sale.  Presently there is still more seller supply than buyer demand but that volume is slowly being chipped away.

Moreover, the national economy is systemically healthier providing a more confident buyer pool.  We are seeing a very strong upper end of the market fueled by capital that is seeking hard assets, like real estate, in which to invest.  It is the main component as to why we are seeing cash deals for multi-million dollar estates during a time of historically low interest rates. Typically the upper end of the market is the trend setter in value recovery as that level of the market has more capital flexibility and critical evaluation processes.

In sum, incrementally the market values are getting healthier. Data shows that in Kent 2014 average sales price was even stronger than in 2013.  The Days it took to sell a house in the last 12 months was 134. That average was dramatically different by more than a month and a half (183 Days) in 2012-2013. We have only slightly more listings on the market (58) than last year at this time (55). And there are 5 sales pending.

Date                 Sales                Market Time             Av. Sales Price

2012-13               30                 183 Days on              $601,098

2013-14               27                 134 Days on             $706,120 

Earlier in the year the market was vibrant with a number of homes selling. Spring through mid summertime was also quite strong.  The market is traditionally slow as summer ebbs, but the 4th quarter is shaping up nicely as the buyers are more plentiful and a bit more eager to buy. Additionally, the last 12 months has seen 6 land sales according to the CTMLS and the town records. It is especially nice to see the uptick in interest in land. 

 

311 South Kent Road was a bank owned property that was listed and sold for $149,000. With one acre of land, cleared and surrounded by large trees, this house has approximately 1,960 sq ft of living space. There are 2 large bedrooms and 2 full baths. The house was built in 1948 and despite some nice upgrades the house requires some additional renovations. Toni Soule of my firm assisted the buyer.

 

Private and charming, 40 Camps Flat Road is a 14-acre 3 BR/3 BA country retreat with gunite pool, guest cottage, views and meticulously landscaped grounds and perennial gardens. Built in 1945 with 2,348 sq. ft. and tastefully remodeled in 1999/2000, it is tucked away on this beautiful country road. List Price: $895,000/Sale Price: $837,500.

 

Nestled on a wooded hillside at 64 Geer Mountain Road, this charming 3 bedroom, 2 and a half bathroom cape is on 5.84 acres. Behind the house stretches a 1500 square foot bluestone terrace and perennial gardens. The 2300 sq. ft. house is immaculate, with beautiful hardwood floors, tastefully painted interiors, granite kitchen counters, two fireplaces, an expansive living room with custom cabinetry, and a large den/family room/library with built-in bookcases. I have this listed for $476,000.

 

63 Howland Drive is a 4,400 sq. ft. reproduction colonial built in 1987.  Privately sited on 13.74 acres with amazing long views over the hills the 4 bedroom, 4 full & 1 half-bathroom home has a wonderful floor plan.  The home maintains lovely details such as a kitchen with stainless appliances, central air, wood floors, 3 fireplaces, 900 sq. ft. deck, stone fences and specimen plantings. List Price: $1,485,000/ Sale Price: $1,175,000.

 

141 Geer Mountain Road sold this past year.  Listed for $2,875,000 this 4700 sq. ft. contemporary home with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and stunning views sold for $2,425,000.  The house was sited on a lovely 24 acre property with a large field, surrounding woods, and stream and rock outcroppings.  Built in 1994 the chic crisp interior maintains 3 fireplaces and a luxurious master suite. The property also features a 30x50 pool and separate guest quarters.  The same buyer purchased an abutting 119.5 acres of land (a mix of farm fields and woodland) for $2,000,000 or $16,700 per acre.

 

An antique home at 52 Treasure Hill “Firefly Hill” as it was known, is a unique blend of contemporary living with antique elements, there are 2 fireplaces, interior walls of both rock & brick, wood beams and old floorboards.  The main house has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.  There is a separate guest wing with built-in bookcases, a fireplace and vaulted ceiling. There is a garden pool and accompanying pool house. The property is surrounded by Nature Conservancy. Originally listed at $995,000, it closed for $630,000 after being on the market for 389 days.

 

Toni Soule sold a 5 acre parcel of land up on Iron Mountain Road earlier this year.  The wooded parcel with views to the east was ready to build on.  It was listed for over 685 days asking $125,000.  It closed for $100,000.

Just to the east, another parcel sold.   A 5 acre interior parcel located off of Oak Ridge Rd. It is primarily wooded and very private. This lot sold for $130,000.  

 

There are a number of properties on the market in Kent so if you wish to see any of them, or have someone who might be looking, give us a call.

Kent Champagne Stroll Info

Have a great Thanksgiving and for those hosting dinner, make sure you come celebrate the Champagne Stroll we are sponsoring on the Friday and Saturday evenings after Thanksgiving.  Come stroll the village, stop in to stores and enjoy champagne on the walk! 

Bridgewater Waterfront Estate $4,300,000-Sold

 We assisted the buyer with the acquisition of this amazing Waterfront Estate. 4 Bedroom Main House. 4-car Garage/Barn with Guest Apartment. Caretaker's Residence. Boathouse. Utility Barn. Pool. Views. 28± Acres.

Town: Bridgewater, CT
Listed Price: $4,995,000
Rooms: 13
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 6 Full, 2 Half
Style: 1700's Colonial
Acreage: 28.22 +/- acres    

130 acres with Oblong Valley Views

 

 

 

Fabulous Privacy on this 130 acre parcel of high woodlands.  Distant western views to the Catskill Mountain sit in contrast to the gorgeous view over the farm fields and woods of the Oblong Valley floor.   Native trees abound with dramatic rock outcroppings, former pastures and stone walls.  Large land holdings in the neighborhood compliment this estate ready property.

59 Segar Mountain Road, Kent

As the Autumn progresses and the rest of the leaves fall, showings 

and activity on this wonderful property continue to be strong and everyone loves the flow of spaces in this totally re-done gem from 1935. It's been a favorite on the Trulia snapshots as well. Come look and see for yourself what all the talk is about.

$ 622,000

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 4

Acres: 1.32

59 Segar Mountain Road

Kent, CT

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Wall Street Journal House of the Day!

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Surprises come in all sorts of packages. The clean
crisp lines of this Colonial styled home offers
wonderfully designed space both inside and out.

 
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A second floor private salon features a fireplace 
and dramatic 13 foot ceilings. Two spacious and
comfortable bedrooms are located off this room.

 

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This curiously designed living room space
is unique as it is comfortable with an
 oversized window that offer a view to nature.

 

1820 Cottage Charmer

 

 1820  Cottage Charmer

127 Kent rd Cornwall  CT.

SOLD

Original Price $220,000. 00

Last Listed price$187,000.00 

Sold $165,000.00

441 days on the market

Listed by Bain Realestate

Rick Meehan

Sold by Bain REalestate 

Priscilla Pavel 

   

Family Dream

Start with the neighborhood: quiet, friendly and classy. Then look at the 3.25 acres (map on back page): flat and mostly open with room for kids, chickens (there is a nice chicken coop) and even horses! Don't miss the barn. Then add some beautiful trees and specimen plantings. Next check out the warm and welcoming 3 bed room 2 bath home. There is also a large, full basement offering much potential. Perfect location, just 3 miles from the village.

$349,000 

12 Botsford Road

Kent, CT

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Family Dream, Kent, CT 

 

 

Spacious, Comfortable and Private

This well maintained home is close to Kent yet has great privacy. Excellent space for entertaining or just relax on the large deck or in the enclosed porch, which is usable all year long. Take a soothing dip in the spa and enjoy the afternoon sun. Many amenities make this a very comfortable and relaxing place.

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Spacious and Comfortable, Kent, CT

                                                          Interior view of the porch

Large deck with a spa at the end

Beautiful Sharon Botanical Wonderland

Set on over 3 level acres of open field enveloped in a canopy of giant Maple, Pine, Katsura and other arboretum specialties, this 4 bedroom Sharon home is a perfect place to live. Close to town yet on one of Sharon's most beautiful streets, this one level home offers a formal dining room, living room with a fireplace and large windows that offer views of the grounds. A large separate in-law apartment complete with bath, kitchen and screened porch.

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Sharon Botanical Wonderland, Sharon, CT

New Village Vintage Listing in Kent!

Lovely village Colonial on a private level parcel of land. The house has been completely renovated over the last 10 years. Beautiful antique maple floors, moldings and wainscoating are some of the touches here. French doors to the back patio, a cozy office and a formal dining room. Easy living for a family or a couple seeking the village life.

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Kent Village Vintage, Kent, CT

Curbside appeal, Village Home in the classic sense with a level yard and front porch.