Martin Luther King, Jr Day  Jan 2021  Could His Vision Have Started In ConnecticutToday we celebrate the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.  If he were alive today he would be horrified as to where we have come and also distraught that his vision is not as close to reality as it should be.  His dream was for equality for all.The Waterbury CT Sunday newspaper had a large article offering details on a memorial to Dr King that will be dedicated in Simsbury CT on Monday.  The tablets of the memorial offer details of his time spent in Simsbury as a high school student,  who was among the many that were up her to pick the shade tobacco for which Connecticut had  great renown as the outer leaf for cigars.  This was in 1941 during WWII when most of the able men and women in the area were worki... 01/18/2021

Waterbury CT 2020 Year End Real Estate Market Analysis The year 2020 was an unusual year for so many reasons.  With the pronouncement of the pandemic back in mid February of the year, the world watched in disbelief as the virus spread at an incredibly fast pace and affected all ages all over the  world.As business ground to a slow halt, it was a matter of where could one go and how safe would we be.  In the world of real estate, the exuberance of the business that had started in 2019 started to slow the enthusiasm as people became wary of venturing into homes not knowing who was there or their health. Likewise, sellers were wary of having people come into their homes and possibly bringing in a bacterial issue that would infect their families.In spite of this, after a brief pause the mar... 01/12/2021

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value December 2020Currently in Waterbury CT there are 164 active residential listings for sale, with 68 new listings being added in December. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,416 square ft, 4-bedroom colonial listed at $75,000 to a 3,802 square ft, 5-bedroom colonial listed at $394,500. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708, 06710, and 06720.  Search for Homes in Waterbury CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Waterbury CT is $182,666. The average days on market for these homes are 60 days.  There are currently 115 homes under contract in Waterbury CT.  In December 2020, 114 homes closed in Waterbury CT. They ranged from a 1,343 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial, whic... 01/11/2021

Before Ralphie There Was Howland Hughes in Waterbury CTAs a kid, the Christmas season was special and nothing in the area was as unique as the Christmas village in the basement of the Howland Hughes Department store in downtown Waterbury CTIt was a store in the model of Macy's or Gimbel's with the huge open atrium that went all the way to the top floors.  One could see the displays from below as well.  The elevator was attended by a person in a uniform with that lever actuator and close and open the gate before the doors are opened.But the heart started to pump and the eyes were large when we would go down stairs where the toys were neatly stacked and off to the side at the end of the toy aisles was The Place.  There was Santa's chair and all would line up for a chance to tell him what ... 12/24/2020

As I was passing a park this past summer, I noticed a lot of activity at the base of a reservoir retainer wall. People had cameras out and were highly focused at a gathering on the hillside.Not being in a hurry, I stopped to see what was generating the interest.  On the hill was a spread out formation of baseball players, all appropriately masked standing proud.Getting the team photo in a wallet size would make it tough to find your favorite player. There was a time when all just stood shoulder to shoulder.Not Enough Space To Take The Team Photo  12/12/2020

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value November 2020Currently in Waterbury CT there are 212 active residential listings for sale, with 82 new listings being added in November. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,134 square ft, 3-bedroom bank owned colonial listed at $60,000 to a 3,561 square ft, 5-bedroom colonial listed at $499,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708, 06710, and 06720. Search for Homes in Waterbury CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Waterbury CT is $179,120. The average days on market for these homes are 54 days.  There are currently 125 homes under contract in Waterbury CT.  In November 2020, 115 homes closed in Waterbury CT. They ranged from a 1,024 square ft, 3-bedroom row ... 12/12/2020

Getting Bad Odors Out of a Home, Condo or ApartmentIt is not unusual for a buyer or seller or even a tenant of a residence to seek a practical way to get odors out of their home.  There may well have been years of accumulation of odors many of which may not have been apparent to the previous occupants.  The reality, however, is that it is not always easy to get the smells reduced or removed entirely.  This situation requires the technology provided by Biosweep CT for a guaranteed purging of nasty, undesirable or nuisance odors.  The Biosweep process will permanently eradicate embedded odors and destroy airborne viruses, surface viruses and bacteria.These are typically, but not limited to:Pet odors (urine)Embedded smoke or cigarettesMoldOver-used fireplaceCooking odorsMildewOver years, t... 12/03/2020

Waterbury CT 3 Bedroom Ranch in East End 06705 A pristine 3 bedroom ranch style home in a most sought after  east end neighborhood.MLS# 170356215   Priced at $176,000 All mechanicals have been upgraded with newer roof, siding, hardwood floors, central air, new windows, large deck 2 full bathrooms; completely finished family room in lower level  Associate Broker OverviewMapsPhotos $176,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 Full Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,322 sqftLot: 0.41 acre(s)Year Built: 1956MLS #: 170356215 Location 259 Capitol AveWaterbury, CT 06705USA Edward (Ed) Silva   Mapleridge Realty(203) 206-0754easilva48@comcast.nethttp://www.edsilvactrealtor.com   Listed by: Edward Silva Nearby properties for sale Waterbury CT 3 Bedroom Ranch in East End 06705 12/01/2020

Real estate is a tough business to work in so many ways.  To survive, one needs to be aggressive; self-motivated; able to work with a client based on their times and not ours; and also capable of working a lot of self-promotion. The business of selling ourselves to a potential client starts online. It is a must as the product we are trying to sell is entirely based on Internet exposure as are most of the sellers and buyers.Social media has become the portal through which the business flows, and having the exposure and technology available to impress through this portal will differentiate an 'agent' from a 'good agent' through to the 'best agent'. Being a consistent blogger on the right portal cab get one recognized as the true professional in a given area, based upon the content of mate... 11/30/2020

3 Bedroom High Ranch Home for Sale in Waterbury CT Zip code 06705A high quality of living neighborhood where the kids can ride their bikes and all can walk on the sidewalks in the evening.MLS# 170236926, Priced at $165,000  Large corner lot property, well maintained with high efficiency solar heating system.  Remodeled and upgraded kitchen and 2 full baths.  Fully finished family room; roof only 7 years old. A home that will serve a growing family for many years.  MLS# 170236926, Priced at $165,000 Waterbury CT 3 Bedroom Ranch in East End Zip 06705  10/02/2019

Here are some of the July 4 fireworks, festivals and celebrations taking place this week in Greater Waterbury, Litchfield County Thursday, July 4Middlebury: 3D fireworks will begin Thursday, July 4 at 10:15 p.m. at Quassy Amusement and Waterpark, Route 64. 3D glasses are $1, to benefit Make-A-Wish Connecticut. Parking is $10. The park opens at 11 a.m. A beach party will begin at 8 p.m. with a disc jockey, $10, with children free. 203-578-2913.Friday, July 5Torrington: The City of Torrington annual Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Show will be Friday, July 5 at Torrington Middle School. Gates will open at 4 p.m. with the fireworks show beginning at dusk. The event will offer carnival rides, games, face painting, music and food vendors.Entrance is $10 for vehicles parking at the... 07/04/2019

In Waterbury CT Not All Memorial Day Ceremonies Were to Honor the Fallen On this Memorial Day, as we honor the brave men and women that gave their lives to protect our freedom we also celebrated in Waterbury CT the unselfish feats of Waterbury natives as well.  This past week, the Waterbury CT Veterans Memorial Committee held their annual 'Support Our Troops' event that honored men and women that had proudly served our country to protect our freedoms.  The honors were bestowed on veterans of military conflicts from World War II to the current Middle East struggles. Five veterans of World War II were also honored as honorary Mayors of the Day in Waterbury CT, and one of them was my father, Joseph Silva, who proudly served in the Navy. All the honorees spoke humbly of the time they served... 05/27/2019

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value March 2019  Currently in Waterbury CT there are 225 active residential listings for sale, with 40 new listings being added in March 2019. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,024 square ft, 2-bedroom REO row house listed at $27,500 to a 3,197 square ft, 3-bedroom cape listed at $399,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708, 06710, and 06720.  Search for Homes in Waterbury CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Waterbury CT is $140,108. The average days on market for these homes are 77 days.  There are currently 95 homes under contract in Waterbury CT.    In March 2019, 51 homes closed in Waterbury CT. They ranged from a 1,292 square ft, 3-bedroom REO bungalow, w... 04/13/2019

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value February 2019  Currently in Waterbury CT there are 209 active residential listings for sale, with 26 new listings being added in February 2019. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,016 square ft, 3-bedroom REO ranch listed at $33,000 to a 3,197 square ft, 3-bedroom cape listed at $399,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708, 06710, and 06720.  Search for Homes in Waterbury CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Waterbury CT is $138,204. The average days on market for these homes are 86 days.  There are currently 83 homes under contract in Waterbury CT.   In February 2019, 52 homes closed in Waterbury CT. They ranged from a 1,388 square ft, 3-bedroom REO Colonia... 03/21/2019

You Never Forget Your First   Love Is In The AirIf Not Exceptional, At Least MemorableWith barely the ink dry on my new real estate license, I was asked by a family member to sell a condo that they held as an investment property. While not a large property it was like using the training wheels on your first bike.With guidance from my broker, I took all the necessary steps to get the condo listed, properly marketed and then waited for a qualifying offer to materialize.With modest activity, my broker suggested I try an open house as a way of getting people through the condo and maybe even pick up a few buyer prospects as well.With my first open house, there were a few potentials that came through as well as a buyer with his agent. The agent introduced herself and we chatted briefly while ... 02/24/2019

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value January 2019  Currently in Waterbury CT there are 197 active residential listings for sale, with 54 new listings being added in January 2019. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,024 square ft, 3-bedroom row-house listed at $27,500 to a 3,197 square ft, 3-bedroom cape listed at $399,900. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708, 06710, and 06720.  Search for Homes in Waterbury CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Waterbury CT is $139,850. The average days on market for these homes are 91 days.  There are currently 86 homes under contract in Waterbury CT.    In January 2019, 54 homes closed in Waterbury CT. They ranged from a 1,336 square ft, 3-bedroom REO Colonial,... 02/16/2019

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value December 2018  Currently in Waterbury CT there are 212 active residential listings for sale, with 57 new listings being added in December 2018. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,118 square ft, 2-bedroom cape listed at $23,900 to a 2,562 square ft, 5-bedroom colonial listed at $425,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708, 06710, and 06720.  Search for Homes in Waterbury CT The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Waterbury CT is $138,096. The average days on market for these homes are 94 days.  There are currently 79 homes under contract in Waterbury CT.    In December 2018, 51 homes closed in Waterbury CT. They ranged from a 1,264 square ft, 3-bedroom Colonial, w... 01/07/2019

An ideal 2 bedroom town-home condo in Waterbury's East End.  Convenient to highway and shopping.MLS# 170062324Listed for sale at $62,000 Drive right into the garage below the unit and walk up to this 2 bedroom condo with hardwood flooring.Newer appliances in kitchen and a private balcony ideal for morning coffee looking at the nearby woods and stream.  Small 20 unit self managed complex with affordable monthly HOA fees.MLS# 170062324Listed for sale at $62,000Waterbury CT 2 Bedroom Townhouse in 06705 03/18/2018

The following is a listing of the July 4th events in the Greater Waterbury CT area for 2017SUNDAY, JULY 2Waterbury: Fireworks & Food Truck Fest Sunday, July 2 from 2 to 10 p.m. at Brass Mill Center. A Waterbury Symphony Orchestra concert will be in Hamilton Park at 8:30 p.m. The fireworks display will launch from Holy Land at 9:15 p.m. There will be 25 food trucks, vendors and fireworks. Admission is free. Raindate July 9.MONDAY, JULY 3Naugatuck: Fireworks Monday, July 3 at 6 p.m. on Old Firehouse Road. The event will include entertainment, food, family oriented activities and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Rain date Wednesday, July 5. Contributions to the Fourth of July Fund may be made at the Naugatuck Public Works department, 246 Rubber Ave., Naugatuck 06770. TUESDAY, JULY 4Cheshire: The Che... 07/01/2017

A ready to move in 3 bedroom colonial in the heart of Waterbry CT Zip code 06708.Address:  69 Taft Pointe Waterbury CT 06708MLS# N10230360  Attractivey Priced at $179,900  Well maintained home in the heart of Waterbury's Country Club Rd Neighborhood.  Convenient to highways and services. 400 Sq ft finished family room, heated with cable servicesHardwood flooring in living toom. Spacious bedrooms with large closets..Large private lot   69 Taft Pointe Waterbury CT 06708MLS# N10230360 New Listing in Waterbury CT Zip Code 06708 06/20/2017