Berlin Connecticut Real Estate News & Listings Presented By Mary Jean Agostini

236 EAST ST, Plainville 06062

Sat, 05 May 2012 20:31:00 GMT

Nice 2 bedroom townhouse in quiet location. Credit check, 2 months security and one year lease required. No pets. Washer dryer as is.

2352 CHAMBERLAIN HWY, Berlin 06037

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 20:45:00 GMT

Extraordinary property tucked away on a private 2.3 acre lot,designed in the Craftsman style,this custom home has endless features;entertaining flr plan,oak/Brazilian cherry flrs,remodeled master suite w/gorgeous tiled bath,3 1/2 car gar,energy efficient

798 BECKLEY RD, Berlin 06037

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:32:00 GMT

Sprawling custom ranch set back off street on a nicely manicured lot,very open floor plan featuring newly remodeled main bath,country kitchen, great room w/fp,mudroom leading to an oversized deck w/hottup,fully finished lower level family rm,move in ready

168 RIDGEWOOD LN, Berlin 06037

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20:43:00 GMT

Mint Condition! Move in ready, beautifully maintained,custom home w/first flr family rm addition,hdwd flrs throughout most of the home,updated baths, 2 fireplaces,private rear yard w/inground pool plus additional lawn for gardens/play area, 3zone heating24 hr notice

34 HERITAGE LN, E Hartford 06118

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:24:00 GMT

Gorgeous, move in ready home,culdesac near Glastonbury line, newer stainless steel appliances, Jennaire downdraft range, gleaming hardwood flrs, fp family rm w/vaulted ceilings/french doors, updated baths w/granite & whirlpool tub, double closets in MB

Lot 3 CRYSTAL FALLS WAY, Berlin 06037

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:31:00 GMT

Crystal Falls Subdivision, New homes, 6 units remaining in pretty, lightly wooded Planned unit developement, convenient location,20 minutes to H and 30 to NH, custom build your plans.

96 LANGDON CT, Berlin 06037

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:31:00 GMT

Kensington location, convenient to center, needs rehab although can be lived in, currently occupied, much potential, borders industrial area although residential zone, sold as is, subject to probate approval

10 CIANCI AVE 3, Plainville 06062

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:07:00 GMT

Move in ready! Conveniently located condo in small community, spacious bedrooms, dining area, sliders to deck, private entrance, 2 carports,new wood floors,close to highwaysOne pet allowed

99 ELLWOOD RD, Berlin 06037

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:07:00 GMT

Adorable home on quiet side street, great views daytime& evening! front to back living room, eatin kitchen,partially finished lower level,updated mechanicals, enclosed front porch, side street location yet convenient to highways, schools and shopping!

521 CURTISS ST, Southington 06489

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 20:33:00 GMT

Gently sloping lot in established area, septic required, some engineering work completed

Thinking about buying a Historic Home?

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:00:00 GMT

Historic homes are wonderful treasures of our past. Most historic home buffs consider themselves "caretakers" as opposed to owners because their time living in this property is limited in comparison to the age which could be 100, 200 or even 300 years old! As a past owner and renovator of a beautiful 1785 Federal Colonial, i can give you some insight on whether buying a historic home is right for you.

Are you concerned about energy efficiency?

Do you have a problem living with mice?

Will you have a difficulty dealing with slanted floors and doors that may not close completely?

Do you mind spending above average funds to properly restore/repair the home?

Answering "no" to these questions means you've passed the first stage of historic home ownership! While they are beautiful to admire they are quite different living there. For more information on historic homeownership be sure to contact MJ Agostini, your Connecticut Historic Home Specialist.

Should I Buy a Home Now?

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:22:00 GMT

I'm often asked if this is a good time to buy a home. Some clients are concerned that home prices may fall further than they have already. They are assuming that the best course of action is to wait for the bottom in the market and then buy. The problem with this approach is that you don't know where the bottom is until you see it in the rear view mirror, meaning until you've missed it!

Home prices are one factor in determining your cost of ownership, but so are interest rates and financing availability. Even though interest rates have gone up in the last six months, they are still near historic lows. Since your monthly mortgage payment is a combination of paying down your principal and paying the interest owed, if home prices come down a little further but interest rates up, it could cost you even more to service a mortgage on an identical home!

While a home is a major investment, it is also the center of your personal life. It's important to live in a home that reflects your taste and values, yet is within your financial "comfort zone." To that end, it may be more important to lock in today's relatively low interest rates and low home prices, rather than to hope for a further break in prices in the future.

Please give me a call if I can be of any assistance in determining how much home you can afford in today's market.