Patrick James's (ptboxman) Blog

Well, this one hits a little too close to home.  A mile and a half from home to be exact.  Earlier this week, our city of just under 50,000 was rocked when reports surfaced of the use of  "scream rooms" at Farm Hill Elementary School in Middletown.  If a school in your town makes national media ...

The short sale process in Connecticut can have some stumbling blocks.  Here’s what you can do to minimize the issues that may , and ensure a smooth process.     Provide documentation as quickly as possible. Throughout the process, your lender will ask for updated and additional documentation.  It...

 In 2011 there were 75 closed residential sales in Portland, Connecticut.  Here is the snapshot: 7 of these were short sales.  Approximately 9.3% of all sales.   Currently, there are 69 Active or under deposit Residential listings in Portland.  Here is the snapshot: 7 of these Active or under con...

2011 saw 246 closed residential single family sales in Middletown, CT.  Here is a deeper look into the sales numbers: Overall Sales Numbers - 246 sales   Low sales price - $20,000 High sales price - $590,000 Average Sales price - $226,924   Average days on market - 85   Short Sale Sales Numbers -...

East Haven cape with a fantastic yard! Overview Maps Photos $180,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,549 sqftLot: 0.58 acre(s) Location 263 Laurel StEast Haven, CT 06512USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like...

Immaculate Falls Village colonial with everything you could possibly want in a home! Overview Maps Photos $470,000 Single Family Home Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 2,184 sqftLot: 1.84 acre(s) Location 318 Music Mountain Rd.Falls Village, CT 06031USA To get updates on open ho...

Spacious 2BR 2 BA Danbury Condo in great shape! Overview Maps Photos $120,000 Condominium Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,254 sqft Location 38 PADANARAM AVE34CDanbury, CT 06811USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button bel...

First floor Master BR in this 3BR New Britain, CT cape! Overview Maps Photos $110,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,152 sqftLot: 0.13 acre(s) Location 35 4th StreetNew Britain, CT 06051USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, plea...

Well kept New Britain ranch at a good price! Overview Maps Photos $95,000 Single Family Home Main Features 2 Bedrooms1 Bathroom1 UnitInterior: 884 sqftLot: 0.20 acre(s) Location 395 Clinton StreetNew Britain, CT 06053USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click t...

Fantastic Riverbend ranch at a fantastic price! Overview Maps Photos $234,900 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,420 sqftLot: 0.14 acre(s) Location 104 Eagle Hollow DriveMiddletown, CT 06457USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, plea...