Real Estate Information Archive

Blog

Displaying blog entries 21-30 of 30

513 Hodgson Circle is ready for you to move right into! What a great floor plan. Nice and open so everyone can be a part of the action. Hardwood floors greet you as you enter the foyer and off to the left is a large second bath and second bedroom with vaulted ceilings. Following the hardwood floors to the right brings you into the spacious open kitchen with 9’ ceilings and plenty of cabinet and counter space. There’s even a panty. From the kitchen, you can see over the breakfast bar and into the dining area and large open living room. The living room has soaring vaulted ceiling, skylights, a ceiling fan and sliding glass door to a lovely patio overlooking open space. The master bedroom is joined by the sitting room (also with a door to the patio) and very large master bath with whirlpool tub, separate sinks and vanities, a large shower stall and two closets, one of them being a walk-in closet. There’s also a bright and cheery laundry/mud room off of the 2-car garage, with an opener to make it easy to get in and out. Upstairs is a gigantic loft that can be used for additional bedroom space, a kids play area, a craft area or maybe an office. The community offers quite a bit as well. It includes a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, bocce, horseshoes, shuffleboard and tons of comradery amongst the neighbors. You’ll love the home, community and the life style that Ovations at Elk View has to offer. 

Springhill Farm is your new address… as soon as you walk thru the door, you’ll know this is the place you now will call home. Park right in front of your front door and enter into this well-appointed townhome. The spacious living room, enhanced by the laminate floors provides a warm and comfortable place to relax. The beautiful floors carry through the hall back to the giant eat in kitchen area and dining room. This space is large enough to even add a small couch or a couple chairs. The bright and open kitchen is large enough for a number of your friends to help out or just to congregate. The powder room completes the first floor. Off the back are the French doors to the deck and steps down to the yard. There’s great privacy and views in the back. Upstairs are two very large bedrooms. The master bedroom includes a master bath and a large lighted closet with mirrored doors. The second bedroom is large enough to actually hold two beds. Laundry facilities are also located on this level. Lastly, the lower level is finished with a bar, two large storage closets and an outside entrance to a patio. This is a great area to entertain and watch the big game. Come by for a visit. You’ll be happy you did.

What a wonderful home with a spectacular panoramic view of the valley. This home rests near the top of the development and from standing on the very oversized composite deck, you’ll be able to see for miles. Nearly everything is done and ready to move in. Enter into the foyer and you’ll quickly notice the step-down living room with a gorgeous fireplace. The large dining room has a great view thru the sliding glass doors off to the deck. The kitchen is spacious with lots of cabinets and storage. There’s also a convenient powder room and the door that leads out to the one car garage. The garage also has a set of pull down steps leading to additional storage space. Upstairs are three very good sized bedrooms. The hall bath also has its own entrance to the master bedroom making it very convenient. The walkout basement is finished with a TV/sitting/play area as well as a bar and a laundry/utility room. The sliding glass doors from the basement go right out to the lower level of the monstrous two-tiered deck. This is a great place to relax and also entertain. This home has a lot to offer and is located in the Downingtown School District. Finished basement adds an additional 348 square feet!
 

The Quality of RE/MAX Agents Is On Display Once Again

by Scott Darling

remax

In the 2016 Franchise Times 200 ranking released recently, RE/MAX not lead all real estate brands for the eighth consecutive year, but also climbed to the Top 10 overall – in 8th place ahead of household names such as Marriott, Wendy’s, and Domino's.

Chester County PA Real Estate Market Trends for September 2016

by Scott Darling

mortgage

Freddy Mac reports that mortgage rates staying low. Here are the national averages for mortgage rates during the week ending Oct. 6:

  • 30-year fixed-rate mortgages: averaged 3.42 percent, with an average 0.5 point, unchanged from last week. A year ago, 30-year rates averaged 3.76 percent.
  • 15-year fixed-rate mortgages: averaged 2.72 percent, with an average 0.5 point, also unchanged from last week’s average. Last year at this time, 15-year rates averaged 2.99 percent.
  • 5-year hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages: averaged 2.80 percent, with an average 0.4 point, dropping slightly from last week’s 2.81 percent average. A year ago, 5-year ARMs averaged 2.88 percent.

With rates like this, is it time for you to buy a home? If so, just hit reply to get started!

Take a look at how many folks bought homes in our market last month…

Chester County PA Real Estate Market Trends for September 2016

2,692 Chester County PA single family homes were for sale in Sept 2016 which is an 7.14% decrease from Sept 2015. 570 homes sold in Sept with a median sales price of $319,000, a 0.31% decrease from Sept 2015.

The supply of inventory was 5.1 compared to 5.65 in Sept 2015 and the Sales vs List Price was 94.8%.

Date Homes For
Sale
Months Supply
Inventory
Homes
Sold
Median Sales
Price
Sales Price vs
List Price
Sept 2016 2,692 5.1 570 $319,000 94.8%
Sept 2015 2,899 5.5 587 $320,000 94.9%

Curious about the value of your home? Get your home's value here!

Meet Scott Darling Chester County PA Realtor

by Scott Darling

Meet Scott Darling Chester County PA Realtor

Check out my new introduction video. Be sure to watch all the way to the end...

Chester County PA Real Estate Market Trends for August 2016

by Scott Darling

homeowner

Being a homeowner means that your home is yours – even the things that need fixing. Is a faucet leaking? Are floor boards squeaky? Is a light-switch not working? Those issues are all yours to tackle. But what projects can you do yourself and what ones require the help of a trained professional? Taking on projects yourself can save you time and money. But taking on the wrong projects can lead to unending amounts of stress or end up costing you more money than if you had hired someone in the first place. NAR’s consumer website, HouseLogic.com, lets you know which projects need a seasoned hand and a beginner can undertake.  

Take a look at how many families decided to become homeowners in our local market in August…

Chester County PA Real Estate Market Trends for August 2016

2,641 Chester County PA single family homes were for sale in August 2016 which is an 8.42% decrease from August 2015. 687 homes sold in August with a median sales price of $351,000, a 8.00% increase from August 2015.

The supply of inventory was 5.0 compared to 5.6 in August 2015 and the Sales vs List Price was 96.3%.

Date Homes For
Sale
Months Supply
Inventory
Homes
Sold
Median Sales
Price
Sales Price vs
List Price
August 2016 2,641 5.0 687 $351,000 96.3%
August 2015 2,884 5.6 683 $325,000 95.1%

 

Curious about the value of your home? Get your home's value here!

Eliminate Pet Odor To Sell Your Home

by Scott Darling

You must eliminate pet odor to sell your home!

If you have pets you know all too well just what a mess they can make, what you may not be aware of however is that they have a smell all their own that others who walk into your house may be able to smell more than you can.  If you have your house on the market you may need to do your best to eliminate the pet odor before you home starts showing so that you will be better able to sell your home.  Below are a few ideas and tips to help you get a head start on eliminating pet odor.

  • If your pet has an accident inside of your home douse it with baking soda as quickly as you possibly can after you soak up the urine with a towel.  Allow the baking soda to dry and then pat the area with a dry towel.  Once you have done all of this, be sure to vacuum the area.  The smell that once would have lingered behind after cleaning the soiled area will no longer exist.   
  • Another great way to rid your home of pet smell so that your home may have a better chance of selling is to make a fabric spray out of white vinegar and baking soda.  1 teaspoon of baking soda mixed with 1 tablespoon of vinegar will do the trick.  Put these ingredients together in a spray bottle and you will have a great way to get pet smell out of your furniture and other fabrics.  Spraying this concoction over your furniture before a showing is a great way to know that your potential buyers will not be able to smell that you have pets living inside of the house with you. 
  • A  HEPA  air filtration system is also a good thing to have if you have pets and you are planning to try to sell your home.  These types of systems cost as little as $100 and can make all the difference when it comes to the sale of your home.  One hundred dollars may sound like a lot of money but when you think that it may make or break the sale of your home it is nothing.  Be sure to always clean you’re air conditioning filtration system as well so that you will have clean air flowing throughout the house at all times just in case you have someone who wants to take a tour of your home at the last minute.  

​​Courtesy of Chester County PA Realtor Scott Darling.

 

Chester Springs Home For Sale: 193 Windgate Drive

by Scott Darling

Chester Springs Home For Sale:

193 Windgate Drive, Chester Springs PA 19425
MLS# 6661553

The MOST Spectacular Home!

This is by far, the most spectacular home in all of Weatherstone! Once the model home, 193 Windgate Drive will make you feel comfortable in your own home AND has all the bells and whistles. I’m not even sure that the new construction can compete with this even if they loaded on every option. Some of the most impressive upgrades include the gourmet kitchen with upgraded 42” cabinets, custom crown molding, under cabinet lighting, lots of recessed lighting, hardwood floors, designer architectural columns and a gigantic island with an overhang so you can just chill out with the chef. Adjacent to the kitchen is the formal living room with the gas fireplace, and ceiling mounted speakers for true entertaining. The expansive breakfast room is great for your morning breakfast or your casual meal. The formal dining room with its arched entrance area and designer chandelier has an ambience for both the family dinner and the elegant chef’s masterpiece. Hardwood floors cover the dining room and foyer and lead right into the family room, which is also wired for sound. The walk-thru bar that includes a bar sink and cork floors is located between the living room and family room and works great for small groups or a cozy gathering. It is highlighted by beautiful glass front cabinets and designer lighting. Upstairs you will fall in love with the master suite with hardwood floors and large walk-in closet featuring a very efficient and well laid out California closet system. The gorgeous master bathroom features a Jacuzzi with custom marble and tile surround, separate marble shower stall, recessed lighting and upgraded cabinets and vanity. There are two more good sized bedrooms and a hall bathroom that connects into one of the bedrooms which makes your overnight company feel much more at home. Heading down to the basement will never be the same again. You will be blown away by this totally finished level. The impressive bar seats at least six of your friends and behind the bar are the sink, dishwasher, icemaker, disposal, wine refrigerator and custom tile accents. The back wall of the bar is mirrored and has glass shelves and designer sconces above the custom cabinets and drawers. There are two adjacent seating areas and plenty of room for a pool table or ping pong table. Loaded with recessed lighting you can create any mood you’d like in this area. Moving to the other side of the finished area is a great spot for an office or just another sitting area. Wrapping up this area is the powder room with upgraded vanity and mirror. Lastly, the utility room houses the 2 zoned gas heating system, whole house humidifier and storage. This premium lot backs up to a beautiful green space and is just steps from the Hankin Public Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the cozy back deck or on the covered front porch that overlooks Weatherstone Park. As with any former model home, you know you are getting all the best possible upgrades. Schedule your visit today.

Marketed by Chester County PA Realtor Scott Darling.

Kennett Square Home For Sale: 119 Federal Walk

by Scott Darling

Kennett Square Home For Sale:

119 Federal Walk, Kennett Square PA 19348
MLS# 6526599

Spectacular In Every Way!



Spectacular! Move right into this spacious townhome in fantastic condition. Longwood Village is a pretty community with mature landscaping and just 42 townhomes. It isn't often that one comes on the market. Wonderful, spacious floor plan with 3 levels of living space, a full basement and a Garage! Foyer entry has hardwood floors. Spacious Living Room features a gas fireplace. Kitchen has a gas stove, hardwood floors, granite counter-tops, lots of cabinetry and a pantry. Dining Area has sliding glass doors to a secluded Deck with beautiful landscaping that adds privacy. Second floor has a wonderful Master Bedroom with huge walk-in closet and tiled bath. Two additional Bedrooms, Laundry Room and another full Bath complete the second floor. The third level is an awesome LOFT with another walk-in closet! This would make a wonderful office or 4th bedroom. Immaculate condition. Walk to shopping, restaurants, & Starbucks!

Marketed by Chester County PA Realtor Scott Darling.

 

Displaying blog entries 21-30 of 30

Syndication

Categories

Archives