We have all known family members and friends who have had cancer, who have both conquered it and who have bravely fought the disease and succumbed. CTChallenge.org is a support organization,  and the  “CT Challenge bike ride is the primary funding vehicle for the nonprofit organization which is dedicated to helping the 14.5 million cancer survivors in Connecticut and throughout the U.S. rebuild, improve and prolong their lives through exercise, nutrition, mind-body health and community-building support programs. ” Carolyn Fugere, Manager of the Larchmont Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s Office, and a second year participant,  has never known an organization to actually do this to such an extent, and is proud to be a part of  Team Sotheby’s ( their great T-Shirt depicts a huge  “S” à la Su... 07/23/2015

 SalesThere were 22 unit sales in June. This is down 40.5% from 37 in June of 2014. This is the highest unit sales have been since 32 in August, 2014. Sales/list price ratio in June moved down to 99.7% from 101.2% in May.  PricesMedian price in June was $1,260,000. This is up 3.8% from $1,213,818 in June of 2014. 3-month median price this month is $1,285,000, the same as last month. Price per square foot in June was $536. This is down from $548 in May but up from $501 in June of 2014.  InventoryInventory of 78 in June was down 4.9% from 82 in May but up 2.6% from 76 in June of 2014. New listings of 32 in June were down considerably from 46 in May and down marginally from 33 in June of 2014. Months of supply of 4.7 in June was up just slightly from 4.6 in May and up a little from 4 in Ju... 07/22/2015

   Wallach Jewely Designs  has been a family owned business and tradition for the past 99 years,  starting out in the Bowery, moving to the Diamond District on 47th street in the 50’s,  to Eastchester for 40 years  (Many people knew Steve’s Dad from those years and that’s where Steve worked when he joined the family business), and finally moving to Larchmont  18 years ago.   When people are thinking of buying something for that special occasion, Wallach Jewelry Designs always comes to mind. Specializing in diamonds ( the owners go on visits to Antwerp, Belgium, the Diamond capital of the world to purchase their diamonds ) as they only wish to offer the very best to their clients.   The owners, Steve and Gina, love their craft. specializing in custom designs for their clientele. Engageme... 07/18/2015

Nig        What can be better than being able to purchase some Barbecue right before a great outdoor concert!  Such is the case for tomorrow, Monday July 13th at 6 p.m.  at Memorial Park (Myrtle Boulevard opposite the train station)  in Larchmont.  The concert starts at 7 p.m,  and tomorrow night will be featuring “Stax of Soul.”  and you hear some great songs as sung by  Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Booker-T, Eddie Floyd. Oh my!           Larchmont is GREAT!                                07/12/2015

         The Larchmont Chamber of Commerce meets once a month, but there are always many conversations and meetings in between to help ensure Larchmont be seen as the vibrant village it is!  Carolyn Fugere as the President of the Chamber of Commerce works tirelessly along with her Board Members to create ways in which to help the many stores and restaurants in the area. One such suggestions was to have a ‘date night!” It was thought that when people arrive home from work, the stores are all closed, and they don’t have the opportunity to go sopping with or without their loved ones. WHat better way to promote the stores than to announce that not only will the stores be open later on a specific night, but will embrace  the ‘dates! “Date Night” will be held on three different dates: July 23... 07/10/2015

         Everyone loves Larchmont! I find that people downsize as they get older, seek larger homes as their family grows, but one thing  is certain, they love the area, its close proximity to the city, to water sports, being able to walk to the village and to the train,  and the great school stats. As of June 30th, 2015, there were 29 available single family properties on the market ranging in price from $679,500 to $5,950,000. There were 19 properties in contract ranging in price from $689,000 to $2,750,000 and there were 25 Sold single family homes ranging in price from $725,000 to $2,500,000. The median sales price was $1,320,000, the average price per square foot was $482.39 and sales price to original list price ratio was 98.53%. There were 11 homes that sold over list price.     ... 07/10/2015

          The desirable Orienta area is all encompassed into the Central Elementary School, and its small school classroom size has long been an area favorite. As of June 30th, 2015 there were 19 available single family homes ranging in price from $509,000 to $9,900,000, with 15 single family homes in contract ranging in price from $609,000 to $5,450,000, and there were 25 sold properties ranging in price from $$315,000 to $7,350,000. The Median price per square foot was $456.21, and the sales price to original list price was 99.25% .  There were 9 homes that sold over list price.   Larchmont is GREAT!   07/10/2015

     A GREAT time in which to sell and buy a home in Larchmont, 10538. There are three elementary schools, one  of which is the Chatsworth Elementary School. The homes in this school area usually  cover the village and Larchmont Manor. There were 28 available single family homes available as of June 30th, 2015 ranging in listing price of $350,000 to $10,000,000. There were 22 single family homes in contract ranging in price from $529,000 to $4,100,000, and there were 43 Single Family homes sold by June 30th, 2015. The home sales prices ranged in price from $410,000 to $5,787,500. The Median sales price was $1,450,000,  with an average price per square foot of $580.16 and a sales price to original list price ratio of 99.11%.  Of the 43 single family homes sold, 18 of those homes sold ove... 07/10/2015

Larchmont, 10538!Don’t forget the FREE concert tonight at  Manor Park ..  Bring  your friends and family  – and enjoy the Dixie Dandies….  Picnicking NOT allowed tonight, but allowed at all of the other scheduled concerts. The Fireman’s Carnival runs through to July 5th, and the Fireworks Display starts at 9:15 p.m. tonight at Harbor Island! Enjoy!Larchmont is GREAT!  07/04/2015

   I always look forward to the Farmer’s Market whether it is in New Rochelle of Larchmont. Yesterday, I was returning from an appointment, and popped in at the market in Larchmont,  I bought a filet of hake, fresh spinach, a rustic Russian bread,  strawberries (no pesticides) and pickles….all good! Larchmont is GREAT! Share this: 05/31/2015

 SalesThere were 8 unit sales in April. This is down 11.1% from 9 in April of 2014. Sales/list price ratio in April moved up to 101.8% from 101.7% in March.  PricesMedian price in April was $1,556,500. This is up 56.4% from $995,249 in April of 2014. This is the highest median price has been since March, 2014. 3-month median price of $1,505,000 in April was up slightly from $1,293,750 in March and up moderately from $1,189,750 in April of 2014. Price per square foot in April was $585. This is down from $598 in March but up from $441 in April of 2014.  InventoryInventory of 65 in April was up 47.7% from 44 in March but down 9.7% from 72 in April of 2014. New listings of 47 in April were up considerably from 36 in March and up somewhat from 39 in April of 2014. Months of supply of 3.7 in ... 05/20/2015

 SalesThere were 3 unit sales in March. This is up 200.0% from 1 in March of 2014. Sales/list price ratio in March moved up to 99.6% from 89.4% in February.  PricesMedian price in March was $240,750. This is up 30.1% from $185,000 in March of 2014. 3-month median price of $255,375 in March was down slightly from $270,000 in February but up considerably from $211,000 in March of 2014. Price per square foot in March was $254. This is up from $247 in February and up from $211 in March of 2014.  InventoryInventory of 10 in March was up 11.1% from 9 in February but down 50.0% from 20 in March of 2014. New listings of 5 in March were up moderately from 4 in February but way down from 8 in March of 2014. Months of supply of 2.8 in March was up a little from 2.6 in February but down substantial... 04/19/2015

 SalesThere were 18 unit sales in March. This is up 100.0% from 9 in March of 2014. This is the highest unit sales have been since 32 in August, 2014. Sales/list price ratio in March moved up to 101.7% from 95.5% in February.  PricesMedian price in March was $1,282,550. This is down 19.8% from $1,600,000 in March of 2014. 3-month median price of $1,293,750 in March was up modestly from $1,115,000 in February and up a little from $1,195,000 in March of 2014. Price per square foot in March was $598. This is up from $494 in February and up from $457 in March of 2014.  InventoryInventory of 44 in March was up 25.7% from 35 in February but down 31.3% from 64 in March of 2014. New listings of 36 in March were way up from 24 in February but down moderately from 52 in March of 2014. Months of s... 04/19/2015

  Where to go for a nice luncheon, where you aren’t  bothered by the wait staff, and where you can relax and enjoy the ambiance and food? Encore Bistro Français  in Larchmont to name one such restaurant. Located at 22 Chatsworth Avenue in Larchmont, 914 833-1661914 833-1661, Encore Bistro Français offers daily luncheon specials, a varied evening menu selection, and something to tempt the most discerning palette. I recently read a  (sort of mixed ) review of the Encore Bistro  in Rye, and it prompted me to pop into the Encore Bistro in Larchmont (where I frequent ) to  write my own ‘review’. After all, if one has taste buds and a mouth, surely we can all put forth our own opinions?  SO, while not a critic, I thought I would put forth my thoughts. I was celebrating the Birthday of a frien... 04/06/2015

    Your friend invites you to a Birthday lunch; the doctor can accommodate you last minute this morning,  you have to meet a contractor, but what to do with your children?  Call and reserve a spot at Larchmont’s  “Children’s Creative Corner“ of course! Fran Mannix, the owner for the past 4 years (going into her 5th),  purchased this wonderful 25 years young establishment at 7 Addison Street, Larchmont, 914 833-8941914 833-8941.  Open six days a week, and conveniently located across from the Chatsworth Elementary School, and with easy parking access to a municipal parking lot,  Fran shared an impressive array of programs with me that she offers to the public. Fran Mannix, store owner of Children’s Creative Corner. Birthday parties (naturally) from the age of 3 upwards,  are always popul... 03/28/2015

  Sales Unit sales in February were 6, unchanged from the same month last year. This is the lowest unit sales have been since 5 in October, 2013. Sales/list price ratio in February moved down to 95.5% from 99.5% in January.    Prices Median price in February was $1,337,500. This is up 4.9% from $1,274,500 in February of 2014. This is the highest median price has been since March, 2014. 3-month median price this month is $1,115,000, the same as last month. Price per square foot in February was $494. This is down from $519 in January and down from $578 in February of 2014.    Inventory Inventory of 35 in February was up 29.6% from 27 in January but down 16.7% from 42 in February of 2014. New listings of 24 in February were way up from 14 in January and up considerably from 19 in February... 03/23/2015

      Carolyn Fugere If you haven’t been to Polpettina’s in Larchmont, then you must! Fresh, delicious, unique, pizzas, salads, and entrees galore. Polpettina’s also has a heart,  and kindly allowed the Larchmont Chamber of Commerce to host its’ March meeting at the restaurant from 8-9 am this morning. While I had only recently joined the Larchmont Chamber of Commerce (January 2015), I realized immediately that this was an energetic, enthusiastic and inspiring group of professionals (store owners, Realtors, local Businesses) headed by Carolyn Fugere, the President, who meet each month and strive to make Larchmont even better. Each member and guests introduced him (her) self, and the Board reported on the various projects. Sanjiv Jaswal, the Membership Chair commented on how there were o... 03/10/2015

      I had the greatest pleasure meeting Vonnie Sullivan, the owner of the the Village Mercantile, located at 28 Chatsworth Avenue, Larchmont, New York 10538 at a recent Chamber of Commerce Meeting. I thought I would pop by Vonnie’s store, take some photos,  and see firsthand what her store has to offer. Firstly, the store is conveniently located close to the Chatsworth Elementary School (so perfect for those last minute gifts), and is also just minutes away from the train station and village (again great for gifts before jumping on the train or meeting friends for that celebratory dinner. Vonnie opened her store right before the busy Holiday season, and she attributes her success to the varied selection of gifts she offers to her clientele. The store is a loose interpretation of the o... 03/10/2015

          As a member of RE Vamp (a real estate networking group that meets once a month, and is currently being considered for Continuing Education credits by NYSAR), it has been an enjoyable experience. Our saying is “where you can dine and opine” and we do just that. We meet at the Westchester Burger Company in Rye Brook usually the third Wednesday of each month, and we have become (I think) a close group of networking friends and associates. There are always differences of opinion, which makes for exciting discussions. The topic we covered in February was Dual Agency – always something to learn., and if you wish to join, we would love to have you! Visit Re Vamp on Facebook!     One of my Re Vamp friends is Dmitry Gutman. I did not know Dmitry at all prior to joining the group, but o... 02/27/2015

      I met Angela through the City of New Rochelle’s Mayor’s office, and have always known her to be both intelligent and competent in all of her endeavors. So, when I was invited to listen to her speak this past week at the Larchmont Avenue Church through an “At Home on the Sound” event,  it seemed like an easy decision to make. The afternoon’s event commenced with tea, coffee and delicious home baked pastries and cakes at 3:30 p.m.,  with  Ellie Fredston ( one of the Directors), introducing Angela.    Angela’s vivacity and gift of story telling won the audience of over 60 people, as she recounted her sad tale. She grew up loving her grand father, and did not know until after his death that he had murdered his young wife, stabbing her 43 times. Angela’s perspective on her family’s dyn... 02/14/2015