Branford Condo Real Estate Market Report October 2009 Understanding the general direction of the current Branford condo real estate market is of vital importance to both sellers and buyers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a condo in Branford CT. There are currently 115 Branford condos for sale rangining in price from $91,900 to $799,000. In the month of October 2009 there were 23 condos that closed which is an increase of 4 condos as there were 19 condos that closed in October 2008. The average sales prices of the Branford condos sold in October 2009 was $236,856 with an average 125 days on the market versus $223,295 for those sold in October 2008 with an average 88 days on the market. Median sales price for October 2009 was $190,000. Median sal... 11/11/2009

Branford Real Estate - Branford CT Homes and Market Report October 2009 Understanding the general direction of the current Branford CT real estate market conditions is of vital importance to both buyers and sellers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in Branford. There are currently 138 homes for sale in Branford ranging in price from $128,000 to $7,775,000.  In the month of October 2009 there were 8 homes that closed.  This is an increase of two homes as there were 6 homes that closed in October 2008.   The average sales prices of the homes sold in October 2009 was $436,209 with an average 198 days on the market versus $426,875 for those sold in October 2008 with an average 132 days on the market.  The median sales price for October 2009 was... 11/06/2009

Price: $309,000 FIZBER.com ID 11648545 Condo/Townhome/Co-op with 3 bed, 1.5 bath, in 92 Limewood Ave., Unit A-11 Branford, CT, 06405 http://www.fizber.com/11648545/ 92 Limewood Ave., Unit A-11 - For Sale By Owner Property Details: Type: Condo/Townhome/Co-op Address: 92 Limewood Ave., Unit A-11, Branford, CT, 06405 Sq footage: 1380.0 Floors: n/a Bathrooms: 1.5 Bedrooms: 3 Year built: 1980 View full property details and seller's contacts. View more Connecticut homes for sale. Homes for Sale by Owner. Description: AWESOME PRIVATE BEACH! Tastefully remodeled 3 level townhouse in desireable Edgewater of Branford! Refurbished Kitchen, New Full Bath, New Half Bath, New Windows, New Slider, New C/A! New HdWd and Ctile floors, Custom Hearth and Mantle 1380 sf with LR w/ FP, DR, 2 Large BR's plu... 10/08/2009

Understanding the general direction of the current Branford condo real estate market is of vital importance to both sellers and buyers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a condo in Branford CT. There are currently 117 Branford condos for sale rangining in price from $94,900 to $799,000. In the month of September 2009 there were 22 condos that closed which is an increase of 9 condos as there were 13 condos that closed in September 2008. The average sales prices of the condos sold in September 2009 was $218,759 with an average 93 days on the market versus $206,731 for those sold in September 2008 with an average 85 days on the market. Median sales price for September 2009 was $213,500. Median sales price for September 2008 was $205,000. Below is a su... 10/07/2009

Branford Real Estate - Branford CT Homes and Market Report September 2009 Understanding the general direction of the current Branford CT real estate market conditions is of vital importance to both buyers and sellers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in Branford. There are currently 138 homes for sale in Branford ranging in price from $180,000 to $7,775,000.  In the month of September 2009 there were 14 homes that closed.  This is an increase of one home as there were 13 homes that closed in September 2008.   The average sales prices of the homes sold in September 2009 was $385,858 with an average 55 days on the market versus $423,769 for those sold in September 2008 with an average 74 days on the market.  The median sales price for Septemb... 10/03/2009

Stony Creek CT - Thimble Islands Cruise - Saying Goodbye to Summer Located just offshore the Branford waterfront community ot Stony Creek CT are the beautiful Thimble Islands. A few weeks ago fellow Active Rain member Andrea Swiedler and I met for the first time and took a 45-minute tour aboard The Sea Mist for a Thimble Islands cruise. We took so many photos that day of the cottages and estates in addition to the breathtaking views that surround the Thimble Islands.  Since today is the last day of summer, these photos will paint a vision of memories from our journey to Stony Creek CT and our Thimble Islands Cruise. ******************************************************************************************** Contact Donna Bigda, ABR, SRES, e-PRO, Realtor®, RE/MAX Alliance Licensed Realto... 09/21/2009

Understanding the general direction of the current Branford condos real estate market is of vital importance to both sellers and buyers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a condo in Branford CT. There are currently 120 Branford condos for sale rangining in price from $94,900 to $799,000. In the month of August 2009 there were 16 condos that closed which is a decrease of 6 condos as there were 22 condos that closed in August 2008. The average sales prices of the condos sold in August 2009 was $201,068 with an average 82 days on the market versus $203,409 for those sold in August 2008 with an average 106 days on the market. Median sales price for August 2009 was $196,500. Median sales price for August 2008 was $180,750. Below is a summary of the Bran... 09/08/2009

Branford Real Estate - Branford CT Homes and Market Report August 2009 Understanding the general direction of the current Branford CT real estate market conditions is of vital importance to both buyers and sellers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in Branford. There are currently 134 homes for sale in Branford ranging in price from $179,000 to $7,775,000.  In the month of August 2009 there were 13 homes that closed.  This is a decrease of eight home as there were 21 homes that closed in August 2008.   The average sales prices of the homes sold in August 2009 was $449,434 with an average 183 days on the market versus $524,547 for those sold in August 2008 with an average 109 days on the market.  The median sales price for August 2009 was $3... 09/05/2009

Stony Creek Branford Connecticut Waterfront Homes   Driving about 10 minutes southeast of the Branford  Town Center  down Stony Creek Road to Thimble Island Road you will find the highly desirable shoreline community of Stony Creek CT.  The Stony Creek Village is full of New England charm and ambiance.  Driving through the narrow streets into the village you'll pass the many styles of Stony Creek homes.  The neighboring side streets along the way include a mix of storybook Capes, Colonials, Cottages, Ranches, Multi-family and Victorian style homes.  Stony Creek homes can range in price from the mid to upper $300's to over $6 million.       Many homes are a short stroll to the beach, park and the village which is at the heart of Stony Creek where you can enjoy swimming, kayaking, jet ski... 09/02/2009

  Thimble Island Cruise - Thimble Islands CT The Thimble Islands are a chain of 100-365 small islands that lie off the shore of the affluent community of Stony Creek in Branford Connecticut. They are made up of Stony Creek pink granite rocks, ledges and outcroppings ranging in size from small rocks to 17 acres full of local tradition and a wealth of history. While they are said to be named for the thimbleberry which is in the family of the black raspberry and once grew wild on them, it is a plant that is rarely seen in the area now and is more notable in the northern New England area.  The Thimble Islands were first discovered by Adrian Block in 1614 who also discovered Block Island and were a favorite spot of the Mattabeseck Indians as a summer camping ground. During the 18th century i... 09/01/2009

Easing The Commute - Shore Line East Branford Train Station   Residents of Branford who are commuters and finding themselves fighing the traffic jams, contruction and bumper to bumper traffic along 1-95 take heart. Your ride to work can be much  more relaxing and productive by taking advantage of the convenience of the Shore Line East Branford Train Station. The new station loccated at 39 Maple Street opened in August 2005 and was built to replace the older nearby station that had low-level platforms.  The Branford Station has free parking for approximately 200 cars, is handicap accessible, bicycle racks and has ADA-compliant high level platforms. Shore Line East makes stops in New London, Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Clinton, Guilford, Branford and New Haven at Union Station and the State ... 08/26/2009

I had the pleasure of being invited out to lunch today by a friend of mine Samatha Liacos who is a home mortgage consultant with Wells Fargo and a fellow Active Rain member who I would love to see become a more active blogger.  Our lunch date was at Mango'sBar & Grille which is located in the Branford Town Center on Main Street between Ben and Jerrys and Trailblazers.                            I have been to Mango's numerous times for their Happy Hour from 5-7 pm Wednesday through Friday with other agents from my office but this was the first time I had the opportunity to visit there for lunch. We were seated immediately in a nice booth in the dining room and were greeted by our wonderful waitress Lorraine who took our drink orders and let us know what lunch specials were available for... 08/25/2009

Thimble Islands Cruise - Stony Creek CT - Branford Looking for a great way to spend a summer day?  Then take a drive to the town dock in Stony Creek in Branford CT for a fun filled Thimble Islands Cruise and tour the enchantingThimble Islands. Tour the islands with Captain Bob on the Volsunga IV, Captain Dave on The Islander or Captain Mike on The Sea Mist.       Sit back and relax on the 72 foot Volsunga IV with Captain Bob Milne.  The Volsunga IV has the capacity to hold 48 passengers. Tours for the Thimble Islands depart at the top of each hour.  Please check here for the sightseeing schedule for 2009.  Walk-ons are welcome and reservations are accepted for 10 or more people.  Rates are $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $5 for children 12 and under.  Ony cash & checks are accepted. ... 08/22/2009

Understanding the general direction of the current Branford condos real estate market is of vital importance to both sellers and buyers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a condo in Branford CT. There are currently 128 Branford condos for sale rangining in price from $95,000 to $859,900. In the month of July 2009 there were 20 condos that closed which is an increase of 3 condos as there were 17 condos that closed in July 2008. The average sales prices of the condos sold in July 2009 was $219,900 with an average 68 days on the market versus $247,960 for those sold in July 2008 with an average 85 days on the market. Median sales price for July 2009 was $194,250. Median sales price for July 2008 was $192,900. Below is a summary of the Branford condos ... 08/19/2009

Understanding the general direction of the current Branford CT real estate market conditions is of vital importance to both buyers and sellers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in Branford. There are currently 144 homes for sale in Branford ranging in price from $180,000 to $7,775,000.  In the month of July 2009 there were 20 homes that closed.  This is a decrease of one home as there were 21 homes that closed in July 2008.   The average sales prices of the homes sold in July 2009 was $378,535 with an average 69 days on the market versus $557,576 for those sold in July 2008 with an average 105 days on the market.  The median sales price for July 2009 was $303,000. The median sales price for July 2008 was $369,000. Below is a summary of the ... 08/15/2009

Understanding the general direction of the current Branford CT condos real estate market is of vital importance to both sellers and buyers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a condo in Branford CT. There are currently 132 Branford CT condos for sale rangining in price from $93,900 to $899,900. In the month of June 2009 there were 16 condos that closed which is a decrease of 2 condos as there were 18 condos that closed in June 2008. The average sales prices of the condos sold in June 2009 was $178,733 with an average 88 days on the market versus $245,050 for those sold in June 2008 with an average 92 days on the market. Median sales price for June 2009 was $173,500. Median sales price for June 2008 was $196,250. Below is a summary of the Branford CT... 07/08/2009

  Indian Neck SchoolAddress: 12 Melrose AvneueBranford, CT 06405Phone : 203-315-3540Fax: 203-315-4143 The Indian Neck School is a  public Pre-School with approximately 74 students.  Preschool classes and play & learn groups are offered at the Family Resource Center at Indian Neck for children who are residents of Branford..  Full time and part day classes are offered for children ages 3 to 5.  The play & learn groups are for infants to age 5 and their mothers or care givers.     Mary R. Tisko SchoolAddress: 118 Damascus RoadBranford, CT 06405Phone: 203-483-1826Fax: 203- 483-7528 Mary R. Tisko School is a K-4 school with an enrollment of approximately 500 K-4 students, was built in 1960 and was originally known as Damasus School.  The principal and staff strives to provide a the best po... 07/07/2009

    Branford Connecticut has become a very popular destinations with its great selection of fantastic restaurants to tempt every cuisine and taste. Whether it's pizza, seafood, Mexican, Asian, Italian or just a quick bite for lunch, here is a list of some of the favorite Branford CT restaurants for you to enjoy.           Assaggio's Restaurant - 168 Montowese Street - (203) 483-5426 Born In America Restaurant - 4 Brushy Plain Road - (203) 483-0211Branford Townhouse Diner - 91 N. Main Street - (203) 483-0211 Darbar India Restaurant - 1070 Main Street - (203) 481-8994 Dockside Seafood & Grill - Block Island Road - (203) 488-3007Donovan's Reef - 1212 Main Street - (203) 488-5573 Eli's on the Hill - 624 W. Main Street - (203) 488-2700 Foe - An American Bistro - 1114 Main Street - (203) 483... 07/05/2009

Understanding the general direction of the current Branford CT real estate market conditions is of vital importance to both buyers and sellers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in Branford. There are currently 132 homes for sale in Branford ranging in price from $180,000 to $7,775,000.  In the month of June 2009 there were 12 homes that closed.  This is an decrease of five units as there were 17 homes that closed in June 2008.   The average sales prices of the homes sold in June 2009 was $378,333 with an average 64 days on the market versus $370,470 for those sold in June 2008 with an average 71 days on the market.  The median sales price for June 2009 was $322,500. The median sales price for June 2008 was $340,000. Below is a summary of th... 07/03/2009

Summer has arrived and with 135 Branford homes for sale there are a great variety of choices to fit the budget of every homebuyer.  If you're a first time homebuyer there are many affordable 3+ bedroom Branford homes for sale under $300,000.   Ready to move up to a larger home? Are you an empty nester who needs to downsize?  Looking for something with water views or a direct waterfront home? The 20 mile Branford coastline area is divided up into smaller communities that have a small town feeling and is one of this towns greatest assets.  In the neighborhoods of Short Beach, Indian Neck, Hotchkiss Grove, Pine Orchard or Stony Creek you'll find a range of beautiful home representing many periods from impressive old estates, modern contemporariess, year round cottages to luxurious waterfro... 06/24/2009