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Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Real Estate: A Seller’s Guide to Multiple Offers

With fewer homes on the market, more sellers are receiving multiple offers. If you are fortunate enough to end up with multiple offers to choose from, consult your real estate agent and discuss which offer best fits your needs.

Sold!

Sold: A 3-Bedroom in Bedford, 4-BR in Concord and 5-BR in Lexington

A sampling of homes purchased around Bedford, Concord and Lexington over the past week, compiled by Patch and local real estate agents.

This week's featured homes are:     246 Carlisle Road, Bedford List Price: $369,000 Sold Price: $340,000 Sold Date: April 25 Living Area:  1,824 sq. ft. Rooms: 8 Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 full 80 Spring Road, Concord List Price: $985,000 Sold Price: $985,000 Sold Date: April 26 Living Area:  2,705 sq. ft. Rooms: 9 Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 full, 1 partial 65 Munroe Road, Lexington List Price: $1,549,000 Sold Price: $1,530,000 Sold Date: April 26 Living Area: 4,383 sq. ft. Rooms: 11 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 5 full, 1 partial Wondering what other homes sold in Bedford, Concord and Lexington this week? Patch is too, and we're hoping our readers and real estate agents can help us answer the question. Do you know of a home sold in our towns this week? If you …

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Home of the Week

Home of the Week: 117 Central St.

This spectacular Concord colonial offers the a true glimpse of the town's rich residential past and a solid look at its progressive present and future.

  For prospective Concord homebuyers patiently waiting for the right home, the wait is over. While Concord is well known around the country for its rich history, it also offers a very unique and eclectic real estate market. This completely renovated and revived Victorian is a great testimony of its residential properties and pays homage to its esteemed heritage. Today’s new construction cannot compete with a tried and true original. There is no substitute for quality craftsmanship, quality materials, and an unrivaled location. Located in West Concord Village, this home is within walking distance to every amenity imaginable. It is just steps from Thoreau Elementary School, the West Concord Library, Concord Teacakes and the commuter rail …

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Friday, April 26, 2013

House Hunt

See and Share: Open Houses in Bedford, Concord and Lexington

Photos and information in this article are uploaded by local real estate agents.

Real estate agents, this is your space. Upload photos of the houses you're showing this weekend and enter the property's details in the caption.  Selling your Bedford, Concord or Lexington place without an agent? Consider yourself invited to add your photos and details into the mix. Please upload one photo per open house listing and include the following information in the captions of all photos: Click on the big green "Upload Photos & Videos" button to get started.  If you have any trouble getting the message out, send an email to patrick.ball@patch.com.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

March Home Sales Drop, but Prices are Way Up in Lexington

Low inventory continues to hamper home sales in terms of volume while prices rise -- and significantly here in Lexington.

Lexington’s single-family homes took a tumble in March, which The Warren Group blamed on “shrinking inventory," which is “depressing sales volume." However, that same dynamic, as local real estate agents have pointed out, appears to be driving up sale prices in towns like Lexington. Mirroring a similar trend for the Commonwealth but bucking the more or less steady sales in Middlesex County, single-family home sales in Lexington dropped from 26 in March 2012 to 15 in March 2013. So far this year, Lexington has seen 46 homes sold – compared to 63 in 2012, according to The Warren Group, which publishes Banker & Tradesman. "Low inventory is plaguing housing markets all over the country, and Massachusetts is no exception," said David Harris, …

Sunday, April 21, 2013

House Hunt

Home of the Week: 1031 Mass Ave., Unit 1031

This beautiful townhouse is located within one of Lexington's historic properties.

  Personally experience a slice of Lexington's rich history within this fantastically remodeled condominium on legendary Massachusetts Ave. Converted and associated with East Village Square Condominium Association in 1976, this unit is part of a traditional 19th century home consequently offering residents the best of both worlds; economical communal living within landscape and customary structural aesthetics. Its interior dimensions boast an impressive 2,145 square feet of living space within two finished levels and while completely updated, signature details have been retained to disclose its old world charm. Prospective homebuyers will be impressed with its many period elements, including five fireplaces, wide-pine flooring, exposed …

Friday, April 19, 2013

House Hunt

See and Share: Open Houses in Bedford, Concord and Lexington

Photos and information in this article are uploaded by local real estate agents.

Real estate agents, this is your space. Upload photos of the houses you're showing this weekend and enter the property's details in the caption.  Selling your Bedford, Concord or Lexington place without an agent? Consider yourself invited to add your photos and details into the mix. Please upload one photo per open house listing and include the following information in the captions of all photos: Click on the big green "Upload Photos & Videos" button to get started.  If you have any trouble getting the message out, send an email to patrick.ball@patch.com.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Sold!

Sold: See What $339,000 Can Buy in Lexington

A sampling of homes purchased around Bedford, Concord and Lexington over the past week, compiled by Patch and local real estate agents.

This week's featured homes are:     258 Old Billerica Road, Bedford List Price: $745,000 Sold Price: $745,000 Sold Date: April 16 Living Area:  3,949 sq. ft. Rooms: 10 Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 full, 1 partial 27 Captain Miles Lane, Concord List Price: $1,595,000 Sold Price: $1,550,000 Sold Date: April 16 Living Area:  4,920 sq. ft. Rooms: 13 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 4 full, 3 partial 18 Fifer Lane #18, Lexington (condo) List Price: $349,900 Sold Price: $339,000 Sold Date: April 10 Living Area: 1,304 sq. ft. Rooms: 5 Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 full Wondering what other homes sold in Bedford, Concord and Lexington this week? Patch is too, and we're hoping our readers and real estate agents can help us answer the question. Do you know of a home sold in our …

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Home of the Week: 46 Coburn Hill

Visit the first open house of this wonderful Concord farmhouse this weekend.

A fabulous residential opportunity just entered the Concord real estate market. Less than a week ago, this custom-built Nashawtuc Architects property became available, and when prospective homebuyers view this meticulously maintained contemporary farmhouse, they will fully understand what the excitement is all about. This eight-year young home was skillfully designed and constructed for the comfort and convenience of today's busy families. It includes over 4,000 square feet of living space resourcefully distributed throughout three floors and ten spacious rooms. It was also fabricated with a fluid, open floor plan and drenched in natural sunlight through an abundance of venues that include oversized windows and French doors. The central …

Friday, April 12, 2013

House Hunt

See and Share: Open Houses in Bedford, Concord and Lexington

Photos and information in this article are uploaded by local real estate agents.

Real estate agents, this is your space. Upload photos of the houses you're showing this weekend and enter the property's details in the caption.  Selling your Bedford, Concord or Lexington place without an agent? Consider yourself invited to add your photos and details into the mix. Please upload one photo per open house listing and include the following information in the captions of all photos: Click on the big green "Upload Photos & Videos" button to get started.  If you have any trouble getting the message out, send an email to patrick.ball@patch.com.

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