Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea, MA during the first four months of 2012

Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea, MA during the first four months of 2012

Can you believe 2012 is already 1/3 over? Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in Swansea, MA during the 4 month of 2012 and how it compares to the same time last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

There were 37 single family homes sold in Swansea during this period with a median price of $205,300. For the same period in 2011, 34 single family homes sold with a median price of $220,750.

Sales volume is up 9% this year over the same period last year, while the median price down 7%.

There are currently 72 single family homes for sale in Swansea, with a median asking price of $259,900, as compared to a year ago when there were 102 homes on the market with a median asking price of $259,950.

As compared to 2011 the first four months of 2012 has been a positive period for buyers and motivated sellers. Current inventories’ lower asking prices and historically low interest rates continue to put those interested in purchasing a single family home in Swansea in a very good position.

To learn more about the Greater Fall River MA area, visit my website at www.stevew-homes.com or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

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Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea MA during the first quarter of 2012

Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea MA during the first quarter of 2012

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in Swansea during the first quarter of 2012 and how it compares to the same time last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

There were 27 single family homes sold in Swansea during the first quarter of 2012 with a median price of $208,000. For the same period in 2011, only 15 single family homes sold with a median price of $252,000.

Volume nearly doubled last years 1^st quarter sale and was up by a whopping 80% this year, while the median price was down 17.5%.

There are currently 66 single family homes for sale in Swansea, with a median asking price of $274,950, as compared to a year ago when there were 97 homes with a median asking price of $249,900.

The first quarter of 2012 has been a positive period for buyers in Swansea with a huge increase in volume of sales and decrease median selling prices as compared to the same period last year. The market seems to be heating up a bit in Swansea. Current inventories are lower this year, and the median asking prices are up. Also, single family homes are selling quicker as the current inventory days on market is down 31% compared to the same period last year. The current historically low interest rates keep buyers in an enviable position and activity over the past few months suggests motivated sellers are also seeing improved results. Take advantage of these unique circumstances and begin your search for a new home today!

To learn more about the Greater Swansea MA area, visit my website at http://www.stevew-homes.com/ or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

The 2011 Greater Fall River Real Estate market had some bright spots!

The 2011 Greater Fall River Real Estate market had some bright spots!

The 2011 Greater Fall River Real Estate market had some bright spots!

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in the Greater Fall River area during the whole year 2011 and how it compares to the 2010 activity. The data is from the MLS and includes Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Dartmouth, Westport, Freetown, Berkley, Dighton and Tiverton, RI.

1013 single family homes sold in the Greater Fall River area during 2011 at an average sale price of $261,560 and median price of $220,000. For all of 2010, 969 single family homes sold with an average sales price of $264,078 and median price of $234,000.

So, when comparing 2011 to 2010, 5% more single family homes were sold this year. The average price paid for those homes was just 1% lower than last year, and the median price paid was 6% less.

On January 1, 2011 there were 969 single family homes on the market in this Greater Fall River market. This year on January 1, 2012, 1013 single family homes are on the market. The median asking price for these single family homes is 220,000, as compared to a year ago when the median asking price was $234,000.

What does all this mean? Greater inventory starting off 2012, along with lower asking prices, and the current historically low interest rates, make this an excellent time to be buying a single family home in the Greater Fall River area!

To see the market analysis for each of the communities in the Greater Fall River numbers above or to learn more about the Greater Fall RiverMA area, visit my website at

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Single family home sales in Somerset during 2011

Single family home sales in Somerset during 2011

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in Somerset for all of 2011 and how it compares to last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

124 single family homes sold in Somerset during 2011 at an average sale price of $206,124 and median price of $200,000. For the same 12 month period in 2010, 111 single family homes sold with an average sales price of $1238,453 and median price of $235,000.

2011 volume was up 12% compared to last year, while the average price was down 13.6% and the median price down 14.9% or $35,000.

As of January 1 2012 there were 83 single family homes for sale in Somerset, with a median asking price of $299,900, as compared to January 1 a year ago when there were 70 homes with a median asking price of $252,450.

What does all this mean? Inventory is up as compared to this time last year so there is more selection available, and with lower asking prices and the current historically low interest rates, this an excellent time to be buying a single family home in Somerset!

To learn more about the Greater SomersetMA area, visit my website athttp://www.stevew-homes.com/or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Single family home sales in Swansea during 2011

Single family home sales in Swansea during 2011

                       

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in Swansea for all of 2011 and how it compares to last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

132 single family homes sold in Swansea during 2011 at an average sale price of $237,592 and median price of $220,000. For the same 12 month period in 2010, 115 single family homes sold with an average sales price of $242,891 and median price of $225,000.

2011 volume was up 15% compared to last year, while the average price was down 2.2% and the median price also down 2.2% or $5,000.

As of January 1 2012 there were 70 single family homes for sale in Swansea, with a median asking price of $249,900, as compared to January 1 a year ago when there were 91 homes with a median asking price of $259,900.

What does all this mean? Although inventory is down as compared to this time last year so there is still a great selection available, and with lower asking prices and the current historically low interest rates, this an excellent time to be buying a single family home in Swansea!

To learn more about the Greater Swansea MA area, visit my website athttp://www.stevew-homes.com/or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea during October

Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea during October

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in Swansea during the month of October and how it compares to the same time last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

There were 12 single family homes sold in Swansea during October 2011 at an average sale price of $241,400 and median price of $228,150. For the same period in 2010, 9 single family homes sold with an average sales price of $258,806 and median price of $232,050.

October volume is up this year by 33 %, while the average price dropped 6.7% and the median price dropped 1.7%.

There are currently 90 single family homes for sale in Swansea, with a median asking price of $253,700 as compared to a year ago when there were 100 homes with a median asking price of $269,900.

Once again this month buyers are in the driver’s seat. Strong inventory along with lower asking prices and historically low interest rates puts those interested in purchasing a single family home in Swansea in a very good position. Be one of the lucky ones to take advantage of this rare opportunity. Start looking for your next home today!

To learn more about the Greater SwanseaMA area, visit my website atwww.stevew-homes.comor contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea during October

Single Family homes sold and for sale in Swansea during October

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in Swansea during the month of October and how it compares to the same time last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

There were 12 single family homes sold in Swansea during October 2011 at an average sale price of $241,400 and median price of $228,150. For the same period in 2010, 9 single family homes sold with an average sales price of $258,806 and median price of $232,050.

October volume is up this year by 33 %, while the average price dropped 6.7% and the median price dropped 1.7%.

There are currently 90 single family homes for sale in Swansea, with a median asking price of $253,700 as compared to a year ago when there were 100 homes with a median asking price of $269,900.

Once again this month buyers are in the driver’s seat. Strong inventory along with lower asking prices and historically low interest rates puts those interested in purchasing a single family home in Swansea in a very good position. Be one of the lucky ones to take advantage of this rare opportunity. Start looking for your next home today!

To learn more about the Greater SwanseaMA area, visit my website atwww.stevew-homes.comor contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Looking for pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hay rides and spooky fun?

Looking for pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hay rides and spooky fun? Fall has arrived, the Halloween season is upon us and there is plenty going on in the Greater Fall River area.

Family outdoor fun is all around. Here are a few…..

Almeida’s Vegetable Patch at 110 GAR Highway, Swansea, MA is offering “spooky tractor rides” through their fields adjacent to the store where you will find a huge assortment of all sized pumpkins, the usual and some very unusual gourds, and colorful mums in addition to there excellent assortment of local produce.

Another family attraction nearby is  Simcock Farm at 361 Marval Street also in Swansea. Friday nights through Sundays during October there is all kinds of Halloween fun. Saturday and Sunday pick your own pumpkins, take hayrides and wander through their corn maze. On Friday night take a ride on the “Fright Night Haunted Hayride” or Saturday night enjoy the outdoor movie “I Scream” with some real “ice cream”!. The younger goblins might enjoy Sunday evenings hayride through the lit pumpkin forest , then they can make their own sundaes! All this and more throughout October. See the schedule here.

          

About 20 minutes down the road from Fall River is Escobar’s Highland Farm, 255 Middle Road in PortsmouthRI. An 8 acre corn maze awaits you along with hay rides, pumpkin patch, Harry Potter Day, and concessions.     

      

If indoor spooky fun is more to your liking, visit the Asylum of Horror  near Battleship Cove in Fall River. Here “only real, heart pounding, adrenaline pumping, life threatening…..Horror” awaits you! See the like for directions and schedule info.

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Try the Factory or Terror, 33 Pearl St.Fall River. Here the three new “haunts combine into New England’s largest, most frightening, haunted house attraction”.

If you are looking for pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hay rides and spooky fun, visit these local attractions!!!

To learn more about the Greater Fall River area, visit my website atwww.stevew-homes.comor contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

What has been going on in the Swansea housing market during September?

What has been going on in the Swansea housing market during September?

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market in Swansea during the month of September and how it compares to the same time last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

There were 18 single family homes sold in Swansea area during September 2011 at an average sale price of $273,122 and median price of $241,500. For the same period in 2010, 6 single family homes sold with an average sales price of $310,667 and median price of $280,500.

Volume is up this year by a whopping 200%, while the average price dropped 12.1% and the median price dropped 13.9%.

There are currently 101 single family homes for sale in Swansea, with a median asking price of $249,900, as compared to a year ago when there were 107 homes with a median asking price of $299,000.

Buyers are active in the Swansea market. Strong inventory along with significantly lower asking prices and historically low interest rates puts those interested in purchasing a single family home in Swansea in a very good position. It’s time to act now!

To learn more about the Greater SwanseaMA area, visit my website at  www.stevew-homes.com  or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

What has been going on in the Swansea housing market during August?

What has been going on in the Swansea housing market during August?

Here is some real estate market data describing the housing market here in Swansea during the month of August and how it compares to the same time last year. The data is from the MLS and is for single family homes.

There were 13 single family homes sold in Swansea during August 2011 at an average sale price of $252,769 and median price of $228,000. For the same period in 2010, 9 single family homes sold with an average sales price of $212,222 and median price of $213,500.

Volume is up this year by 44%, while the average price up 19% and the median price up 6.8%.

There are currently 104 single family homes for sale in Swansea, with a median asking price of $249,900, as compared to a year ago when there were 94 homes with a median asking price of $304,000.

Greater inventory along with lower asking prices and historically low interest rates puts those interested in purchasing a single family home in Swansea in a very good position. It’s time to act now!

To learn more about the Greater SwanseaMA area, visit my website at www.stevew-homes.com or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

 

Hurricane Irene is heading for the Greater Fall River area!

Hurricane Irene is heading for the Greater Fall River area! Earlier this week I blogged about being prepared in the event of a hurricane. Well, today I found myself following my own advice. Hurricane Irene is bearing down on the east coast and forecasters are telling New Englanders to prepare for the worst and hope for the best. This morning I put away all my back yard and porch furniture, brought in the hanging plants, picked the ripened tomatoes, and took down the bird feeders. I also found my flashlights, check the batteries, located my old  battery operated transistor radio (it’s over 35 years old and still works great). All the time I was doing this I was hoping it will have been a waste of time and I will be putting everything back Monday to enjoy the rest of the summer!

The storm is still 2 days away, but the campgrounds at HorseneckBeach, and all the residents of the summer trailers on the East beach are expecting the town of Westport to order an evacuation this afternoon when the hurricane watch becomes a warning. Swansea police are cautioning the public to expect access roads closures in the Ocean Grove area. Even inland the Freetown police are concerned with flooding at the TauntonRiver in Assonet. Other than flooding, the overriding concern throughout the Greater Fall River area is the potential for widespread power outages from the wind and downed trees.

If you haven’t already prepared, check out my last blog for some tips and play it safe this weekend!

For more about the Greater Fall River area, visit my website at www.stevew-homes.comor contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Hurricane season is here. Are you prepared for an emergency?

Hurricane season is here. Are you prepared for an emergency? The great hurricane of 1938 hit the south coast of New England without warning, claiming roughly 200 lives here in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and causing millions of dollars in damages. (Great info and video links are available at the Sea Fever blog 70^th anniversary site: http://sea-fever.org/2008/09/21/70th-anniversary-of-the-1938-hurricane .

Sixteen years later Hurricane Carol ripped through southern New England and her 14 foot storm surge in Narragansett Bay left downtown Providence under 12 feet of water. The coastal areas of Fall River, Westport, Somerset, Swansea, Dartmouth, and Tiverton and Portsmouth Rhode Island were devastated. (See more at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sB3IPzn6_Ew

On August 19, 1991 Hurricane Bob focused on southern New England and was the most recent hurricane to strike New England.

The Greater Fall River area is vulnerable to hurricanes and as such we should all take the threat seriously. Today’s weather forecasting is far superior to that of the last century, but residents must heed the warnings and take precautions to prevent needless injury and property damage.

These precautions include having a disaster supply kit ready in the event of an emergency. Suggested items include canned foods (meats and fish, fruits and vegetables, soups, etc.), cookies, crackers, peanut butter, coffee, tea and bottled water. Also practical items like a manual can opener, battery powered radio, extra batteries, flashlights and extra batteries, first aid supplies, propane gas grills, toiletries and medications, a full tank of gas for you car. Another item easy to overlook is cash. In the event of extended power outages, ATM’s and banks may not be available.

For complete lists visit the NationalHurricaneCenter website at www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/prepare/supply_kit.shtml or see the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) site list at www.mass.gov/Eeops/docs/mema/disaster_supply_list.pdf.

This time of year many of us enjoy the summer weather outside and have deck, patio, pool side, and yard furniture out.. Put away any loose furniture, toys, bikes, trash cans, and anything which could become a flying projectile in a storm. Flip patio tables over so the table top is on the ground. Bring in potted and hanging plants. High winds can cause anything loose fly around possibly breaking windows, damaging cars or other property.

Most importantly, listen to weather advisories and take precautions before the bad weather hits.

For more about  the Greater Fall River area, visit my website atwww.stevew-homes.comor contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Swansea, MA 2011-2012 Back to School Calendar

Swansea, MA 2011-2012 Back to School Calendar

It’s that time of year again! The summer vacation is winding down and it is time to start thinking of school clothes and supplies, after school activities, homework, lining up for the bathroom in the morning, and everything else that goes along with the busy school year.

Although Swansea Public Schools teachers and staff will be starting a few days earlier, 1^st grade through 12^th grade students first day of school this year is Monday August 30th. Kindergarten orientation day is August 31^st, and first day of school is September 2^nd.

The Christmas-New Year recess starts at the close of school on Friday December 23, classes resume Tuesday January 3, 2012.

The winter recess is scheduled for the week of February 20, and the spring recess for the week of April 16.

School is scheduled to end on Wednesday June 13th, (unless Mother Nature causes some school cancellations during the year). Here is the complete 2011-2012 Swansea School calendar

Kindergarten and elementary schools start each day at 8:50 AM and end at 3:15 PM, middle schools start time is at8:05 AM and end at 2:35 PM, and High School begins at 7:25 and the day ends at 2:05 PM.

Visit the Swansea School Department website for more specific information. Each of the 4 elementary schools, the middle school  and the high school have their own school specific websites with a wealth of information for parents and students. Bus route information is also available.

So enjoy these last few weeks of summer because the hustle and bustle of the 2011-2012 school year is right around the corner!

 

To learn more about the Greater Swansea area, visit my website atwww.stevew-homes.com or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Market Analysis, Houses for sale in Greater Fall River, MA (including Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, and Dartmouth)

Market Analysis, Houses for sale in Greater Fall River, MA (including Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, and Dartmouth)

The following market analysis of houses current for sale are from MLS as of7/21/11.
Fall River, MA                                                    
There are 221 single family houses for sale in Fall River MA with an average price of $226,438. These homes have been on the market for an average of 164 days.
There were 219 single family houses for sale in Fall River MA with an average price of $232,444 at this time last month.
There are 151 multi family houses for sale in Fall River MA with an average price of $241,355. These homes have been on the market for an average of 241 days.
There were 154 multi family houses for sale in Fall River MA with an average price of $241,942 at this time last month.
There are 66 condos for sale in Fall River MA with an average price of $146,070. These have been on the market for an average of 207 days.
There were 71 condos for sale in Fall River MA with an average price of $142,490 at this time last month.

Somerset, MA
There are 105 single family houses for sale in Somerset MA with an average price of $279,990. These homes have been on the market for an average of 178 days.
There were 111 single family houses for sale in Somerset MA with an average price of $273,344 at this time last month.
There are 5 multi family houses for sale in Somerset MA with an average price of $260,920. These homes have been on the market for an average of 210 days.
 There were 6 multi family houses for sale in Somerset MA with an average price of $269,916 at this time last month.
There are 2 condos for sale in Somerset MA with an average price of $227,450. These have been on the market for an average of 59 days.
There were 3 condos for sale inSomersetMAwith an average price of $208,933 at this time last month.
 

Swansea, MA
There are 105 single family houses for sale in Swansea MA with an average price of $324,396. These homes have been on the market for an average of 154 days.
There were 104 single family houses for sale in Swansea MA with an average price of $328,733 at this time last month.
 There are 4 multi family houses for sale in Swansea MA with an average price of $265,950. These homes have been on the market for an average of 153 days.
There were 5 multi family houses for sale in Swansea MA with an average price of $260,140 at this time last month.
There are 5 condos for sale in Swansea MA with an average price of $198,760. These have been on the market for an average of 314 days.
The same 3 condos were for sale in Swansea MA with an average price of $198,760 at this time last month.

Westport, MA
There are 133 single family houses for sale in Westport MA with an average price of $571,572. These homes have been on the market for an average of 133 days.
There were 124 single family houses for sale in Westport MA with an average price of $563,784 at this time last month. 
There are 9 multi family houses for sale in Westport MA with an average price of $556,540. These homes have been on the market for an average of 259 days.
There were 10 multi family houses for sale in Westport MA with an average price of $531,890 at this time last month.
There are 24 condos for sale in Westport MA with an average price of $321,537. These have been on the market for an average of 91 days.
There were 7 condos for sale in Westport MA with an average price of $258,271 at this time last month.

Dartmouth, MA
There are 226 single family houses for sale in Dartmouth MA with an average price of $700,853. These homes have been on the market for an average of 226 days.
There were 227 single family houses for sale in Dartmouth MA with an average price of $687,084 at this time last month.
There are 7 multi family houses for sale in Dartmouth MA with an average price of $251,914. These homes have been on the market for an average of 229 days. 
The same 10 multi family houses were for sale in Dartmouth MA with an average price of $251,914 at this time last month.
There are 15 condos for sale in Dartmouth MA with an average price of $544,093. These have been on the market for an average of 393 days.
There were 17 condos for sale in Dartmouth MA with an average price of $582,664 at this time last month.

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To learn more about the Greater Fall River area, visit my website at www.stevew-homes.com or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.

Swansea MA. Real Estate Market Activity for the 1st half of 2011

Swansea MA. Real Estate Market Activity for the 1^st half of 2011 according to MLS Market Statistics is summarized below:

For the period of January 1 through June 30 2011, 60 properties sold (single family, multi family and condos) in Swansea, MA. For the same period in 2010, 70 properties sold. This was a decrease of 10 properties or 14%.

For the same period the average selling price in Swansea in 2011 was $228,392 versus $226,791 in 2010, or a 1% increase.

The average number days homes were on the market (amount of time it took to sell the property) in Swansea for this period in 2011 were 171 days versus 162 days in 2010 - an increase of 9 days or 6%.

To summarize, home sales for the first six months of this year versus last year, in Swansea MA, were off 14%, the price the homes sold for was up 1% and the length of time it took to sell these home increased 6%. There are 112 homes for sale in Swansea as of 7/1/11 with an average list price of $323,225 and have been on the market for an average of 168 days.

To learn more about the Swansea and the Greater Fall River area, visit my website at www.stevew-homes.com or contact me directly at 508-558-8035.