Tried to get a horse to water on this one, but he didn’t drink…shame
25 Sheffield Way – List $3,645,000
South of the Merritt – off Round Hill – the sellers bought it in ’02 for $3,437,5oo – it will be interesting to see what round number that they finally reached to sell it
7 Essex Rd – List $959,000
Sellers bought it in 2000 for $575K. The listing claims renovations in 2014, but not through the whole house – kitchen, one bath and some paint here and there – so if they get close to asking price, they should be pleased. ’66 was not a banner year for great construction, and someone had a roof over their heads for 14 years.
303 Bruce Park Ave – List $699,000
I’d shown this property, and it is really cute, staged – and for the money, and most likely a bit less, a buyer will at least have a renovated 3 bedroom rental – or enjoy an in-town downsize themselves. They tried to get just under a million 4 years ago and gave up at $795K, and rented it for $3200 in 2010.
605 North Street – List $7,305,000
At least, this Georgian is consistent front and back – beautiful construction with all the bells and whistles. The sellers bought the lot in 2005, built the mansion and tried to sell it for $12,500,000 – the price went up, down and sideways before finally renting in ’09 for $28k. They tried to bring it back in 2011 for $10,495,000 and rent for $35K but they both expired. Another stab in 2012 for $9,998,000 with Luxury Properties International offering owner financing, and that still didn’t get it done…so finally, quite a few million shy of the big first ticket, someone sees a place to live.
2 Gregory Rd – Cos Cob – List $2,150,000 – .3 acres – 3700SF
Gregory is a road off Valley in Cos Cob, that is seeing a redux – much like some of the streets in Riverside that used to be lined with split levels. At the moment, there is a lot on the market with a house on it, 18 Gregory listed for $889,000. Interestingly the listing realtor couldn’t give me the FAR, but she has it listed both as a house and land…I’m sure that the sellers are hoping for an end user, because a builder would probably want it for $600K or less. By the way, FAR approximately is 4390 for #18 – depending on setbacks.
The art of the deal transcends all businesses, and more so in real estate than in many other professions. For the client, it's often an emotional purchase or sale, rather than a simple commodity or luxury item. I make it my mission to have each side come to terms with a transaction that works for everyone. It's not always easy, but good things in life usually take effort - something from which I've never shied.
Licensed since 2009 as a real estate sales agent in CT & NY, I often work with clients on the border of both areas.
With sales and distribution experience for luxury designer products, and watching/reacting to the markets, my acumen for sales was established. Achieving success and contributing to the growth of many global apparel designer brands, such as Giorgio Armani and Paul Smith for over 20 years, it was time for a change. I wanted to explore another passion that would keep me in one location rather than traveling the globe.
Now I have the best of both worlds, a successful business as a fulfilling personal life. My husband and I have lived in back country Greenwich since 2003, where we enjoy easy access to great biking, hiking and golf. We love to ski and that's usually where our travel takes us.
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