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GRACIOUS GEORGIAN COLONIAL in Sail Harbour Club boasts curb appeal, IG Pool & spa, grand marble foyer, expansive kitchen & family room. Sunporch, 3 car gar & dock. $1,125,000 P450576
EXQUISITE FRENCH NORMANDY WATERFRONT showcases a grand near 10,000 SF plan w/5 BRs, 8 Baths, 6 fireplaces, 4 car garage, sand beach, dock & more! $3,795,000 R3462
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2013 BUILT CANDLEWOOD LAKEFRONT w/designer appoints. & open plan, enticing sunsets, west exposure, m l master, gourmet kitchen, finished LL, deck, lakeside dock, 2 car attached garage & more! R442378 $1,895,000 BROOKFIELD
SNUG HARBOR WATERFRONT RETREAT combines old world charm and modern amenities. ML master, private guest suite, 2 car garage with loft, beach, sweeping views, cabana & dock! DANBURY R447474 $2,500,000
T I M B E R P E G WATERFRONT Dramatic Adirondack on 3.57 acre private site w/panoramic views. Open concept, beams, Chef’s kitchen, 2 car det. gar, Smart House! NEW FAIRFIELD R116228 $2,295,000 \
DREAM CANDLEWOOD WATERFRONT, west exposure, wide lake views, deep harbor, renovation in 2008, dual masters, stone terraces, 2 car garage. BROOKFIELD R381070 $1,495,000
CANDLEWOOD SHORES LAKE VALUE 3Br, 3BA waterfront retreat w/west exposure, dreamy lake views, deep water, grand master, new septic, 2 car gar! BROOKFIELD $1,095,000 R405083
WESTERN EXPOSURE & SUNSET VIEWS 2007 built, 3 BR,3.5 BA lakefront offers gourmet kit, grand master, 2 car gar. w/loft, tiered decks! P450568 $999,000 DANBURY
SPRAWLING LAKESIDE RANCH in Arrowhead Pt, main level living at it’s best, updated Chef’s kitchen w/granite ,m l master, gym, dock! BROOKFIELD R486540 $1,595,000
LAKE LILLINONAH RETREAT Enticing 4 BR, 4 Bath waterfront ,ultimate privacy, open plan, wrap decks, patios, dock, views, 2 car att garage! BROOKFIELD R307383 $995,000
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"Charmers Landing", Westport Welcome to Paradise Point - the ultimate waterfront sanctuary. Oriented to capture breathtaking water views from almost every room, the attention to quality, detail and amenities can only be found in this most exceptional property set on a one acre peninsula! Price Upon Request. R519673
"Old Hill", Westport Spectacular secluded country estate in the heart of Old Hill. Masterfully reimagined in 2006, this home has the charm of yesteryear perfectly blended with every convenience for today's lifestyle, including 5 fireplaces that enhance the character of the original home. $3,550,000 R303178
"Colony", Weston Spectacular Riverfront retreat awaits you to embrace & relax in your own private oasis. 4 spacious en-suite bedrooms and fully updated main house plus a separate updated legal rental 2 Bedroom cottage, both capturing scenic views during every season from every room. $1,429,000 R387312
"Fox Run", Redding Beautiful 4 Bedroom Colonial on 2 acres, located minutes to the center of Georgetown, offers 3 levels of living with front to back Living and Dining Room, 3 Family Rooms, walk out lower level to Gunite pool/spa, 2 terraces, new deck & many more upgrades throughout! $789,999 R303178
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RIDGEFIELD. Top attention to detail inside/out this impressive Fossi built colonial on scenic Lounsbury Lane. Best of both worlds, minutes to town & train, yet peaceful cul de sac. $150K+ top improvements. $845,000 R95948
RIDGEFIELD. One of a kind lakefront Mediterranean villa w/apprx $300K of cstm improvements. Sublime setting w/extensive stone walls, walkways, specimen gardens, & lush lawn w/6’ stone table, gazebo, & pvt dock on Fox Hill Lake. $575,000 P939732
REDDING. Exquisite country estate on 2.65 park-like acres.State of the art appointments;off quiet cul de sac bordered by 60 protected acres; yet easy commute to lower Fairfield Cty & NYC. $849,000 R213757
RIDGEFIELD. Sophisticated modern ranch on most picturesque 2.33 pvt acres bordering 63 ac Florida Refuge.Immaculate home w/over $100K of improvements. 3,083 sf on 2 sprawling levels w/5 BR & 3 full updated baths. $635,000 R241300
RIDGEFIELD. Dramatic multi-level home on picturesque 2.29 ac. 4,738 sf includes 4 finished floors plus detached studio above garage incl. 4,028 sf on main levels, 719 sf in lower level, & 710 sf in separate studio above garage. $625,000 R298726
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RIDGEFIELD. Elegant & updated colonial in West Mountain Estates, just steps from the Clubhouse. Apprx. 4,000 sf on 2 pvt acres w/spacious Trex deck.; 4-5 BR; 2/2 BA. Top south west location! $945,000 R48960
RIDGEFIELD. One of a kind in Pleasant View Estates featuring own PRIVATE POOL, plus full privileges to the recreational assoc. 3,335 sf, 4 BR, 2.5 fully updated bths on 3 levels. $689,000 P639726
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WESTPORT | $3,395,000 Exquisite hidden oasis in Greens Farms! 9300+sf; 6 BR; 6/2 BAs. T Teext: Blue24 T To o: 85377 Nanci Lewis | 646-623-2309
FAIRFIELD | $1,689,000
CLASSIC CAMERON CLAR RK BEACH AREA COLONIAL | $2,495 5,000
Blue-ribbon Colonial! Chic classic with Absolute perfection steps from the BEACH! Light & open floor plan with 5000+ sf of 6,000+sf of space. Text: Blue25 To: 85377 charm. 4 BRs; 5/1 Baths. Tranq quil grounds w/ patio, pool & superb landscaaping. Julie Vanderblue | 203-257-6994 Fairfield | Text: Blue8 To o: 85377 | Julie Vanderblue | 203-257-6994 4
FAIRFIELD | $1,225,00 00 Exceptional custom Colonial on co oveted Southport cul-de-sac. Text: Blue7 T To o: 85377 o Matt 508.212.8114 | Lenny 401.419.5860
A BEACH AREA OASIS OF COMFORT & RELAXA AT TION | $1,48 89,000
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A stones throw from Penfield Beach! Newly renovated Colonial with an amazzing open Totally renovated BEACH area w/ IG pool. floor plan. 5,551+ sf with 4 BRs & 3/1 Baths. Private yard w/ gorgeous pool & patio. Available for rent! Text: Blue29 To:: 85377 Fairfield | Text: Blue12 To: 85377 | Julie Vanderblue | 203-257-69 994 Julie Vanderblue | 203-257-6 6994
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FFLD. LIKE NEW! End of c-d-s. Remodeled. 3BR, 2Bth Col Cape. HW flrs thru-out. Stunning kit & baths!! GAR & FIN BSMT! Rent ($3200) or Sale ($479,000).R328698
BPT. North End 2 Family! Each unit: 2BR, 1Bth, EIK w/pantry, LR/fpl., HW flrs & clg fans in most rms. compl. remodeled 1st flr. 2c. gar. 2 new gas boilers, part fin bsmt & attic. $285,000 R445573
FFLD. LAKE HILLS! Kayak much?? 4br Cape on cul-de-sac of priv Lake. Newer mechanicals & exterior. Tranquil property w/beaut stonework. Great room. Lge screened porch! $457,000 R279615
FFLD CENTER. Walk to train. Part of Town of Ffd Affordable Housing Program ,income limits apply. 3 BRs/1.5Bth half duplex. Fenced yard. Great condition. Patio and fenced yard. $288,000. R56752
BPT/BLACK ROCK- Bright 1 level condo w/balcony overlooking Park, tennis. Newer appliances. Waterworks bath fixts. Parking under bldg with 1 reserved space. $162,000. R523106
PARADISE GREEN. STRATFORD. Affordable classic!! 1929 Col! Beautiful trim, high ceilings! Covered front porch & backyard patio. HW flrs. FPl. $250,000 R379542
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ENJOY THE PLEASURES of living in an exclusive enclave of multi-million dollar homes...deeded access to sandy beach & steps from the yacht club. WESTPORT - $1,599,000
HIGH QUALITY NEW HOME from 2016 with many special amenities is the opportunity you have been waiting for. Large, likenew construction Colonial. WESTPORT - $2,050,000
NOW COMPLETE. Outstanding In-Town cul-de-sac. Spectacular! Designed/crafted by Mattera Construction. Four levels of luxurious living space. WESTPORT - $3,375,000
IN TOWN LOCATION, walk to shops, restaurants, library. This impeccable colonial has been renovated top to bottom with all new baths and kitchen. WESTPORT - $949,000
2ND OF 3 HOMES on Westfair Drive being built by H&P Builders, an established local home builder with an excellent reputation for quality construction. WESTPORT - $1,499,999
PRESENTING AN EXCEPTIONAL Weston Country Contemporary located in a tranquil setting on 2 private acres. A happy house with good energy. WESTON - $749,000
SET ON OVER AN ACRE of glorious parklike property with room for a pool, this likenew, high-quality residence is ready for immediate enjoyment. WESTPORT - $2,390,000
SOUTHPORT HARBOR ESTATE: Only water’s edge house w/private dock on prestigious Sasco Hill. Set high w/breathtaking views of Historic Southport Harbor. FAIRFIELD - $5,995,000
SPECTACULAR LUXURY TOWNHOME at The Oaks, the area’s premier condominium community. Richly detailed inside and out, beautifully refined residence. FAIRFIELD - $899,000
SET ON TWO LEVEL ACRES of glorious park-like property in a highly desirable upscale neighborhood directly over the Westport line. WESTON - $1,675,000
SPARKLING, MINT CONDITION unit at Whitney Glen, a highly desirable condominium community walking distance to downtown Westport amenities. WESTPORT - $519,000
A PRESTIGIOUS C-D-S of upscale homes convenient to the Center & schools is the setting for this incomparable residence showcasing luxurious upgrades. WESTON - $1,050,000
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STATELY COLONIAL /w in-law, Quiet premier Brookfield neighborhood /w large lot cul-de-sac. Newer granite kitchen /w top GE Stainless, hardwood flrs, very large family rm /w gas FP,upper baths /w heated flrs, master suite /w extra lg win closet, professional landscaped. $609,900. Hurry!! justed listed. R319363
1 ACRE BUILDING LOT IN ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD, walking distance to lake access for swimming and boating. Level and set slightly above the road with community water available. Privately owned build you dream home here! $129,900. Call 203-733-4749 P189531
BEAUTIFUL DIRECT WESTERN EXPOSURE WATERFRONT On Candlewood Lake’s quiet north eastern section. This lot is level from the house to the docks, beach and water. PICTURES DON’T DO JUSTICE, Many possibilities including great rental income for the investment owner who wants to keep costs down $699,900. R447330
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$449,000 DANBURY Spacious move-in ready colonial / 3700+ sf above grade living. 4BRs, 2.5BAs Security system, zoned heating and cooling. Walk in cedar closets in MBR w/full bath containing a tub and also a marble tiled shower. R516477 $1900/month BROOKFIELD This a great 2 story home is for rent in Brookfield’s Historic Center. Set behind main home, this private location boasts privacy and quiet. Off street parking. New granite counters in kitchen. A must see. P959062
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$279,000 NEW MILFORD On Cul-de-sac.. Updated 4 BR home w/legal 1 BR accessory Apartment w/sep utilities & priv entrance. Heated 2 c gar w/remote opener, mountain views, stone walls. R520451 $479,000 SHERMAN Privacy with Great views. Move in condition! Entire home painted in last 2 years. Mahogany deckGreat extra perks for your dream home! R182830
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WATERFRONT EXPANSIVE COLONIAL, 140 FT OF LAKEFRONT, 4+ BR, 4.5 BA, chefs kitchen, great room with soaring ceilings, lakeside patio, western exposures $1,149,000
CUSTOM BUILT LOG HOME 320+- FT OF LAKEFRONT - 2 LEVEL ac of privacy, EXPANSIVE space, INDOOR POOL, 6C Garage, EXPANSION POTENTIAL. 1 OF A KIND setting. $999,999
CANDLEWOOD LAKE CLUB WATERFRONT RANCH- complete privacy, long lake views, 3100 +SF, 4 BR, 4 BA, gourmet kitchen, LR w/ stone FP, 2 car gar., deep water dock. $1,298,000
ADIRONDACK LAKE HOME - Built in 2006, 3255+- SF, open floor plan, chef’s kitchen w/granite, lakeside blue stone patio, mahogany decking, 2 C GARAGE. $589,000 For rent $3,500 mo.
ULTIMATE CAR STORAGE SHOWPLACE - discreet setting on 1.5 acres, 4400 SF of STORAGE, 1600 SF of living space, loft overlooks 73 x 48 car crib. outside parking for 15+ cars. $569,000
ON WATERS EDGE OF CANDLEWOOD LAKE...EXPANSIVE LAKE VIEWS, updated Ranch 1500+- SF, 3 BR, walls of windows with lake views, $369,000
LEVEL, WESTERN EXPOSURE Waterfront RANCH, everything on one level, easy living, open floor plan, updated baths, large screen porch and deck, deep water dock, $359,000
PANORAMIC VIEWS OF CANDLEWOOD LAKE BEACH & BOATING. Built in 2011 w/attn to detail, 2900+- SF, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, chefs kit., great room, covered deck. Dream 2 car garage $649,999
APPROVED WATERFRONT LOT ON CANDLEWOOD LAKE! 78+FEET of frontage w/ cantilevered dock. Long lake views, house plans, septic, survey. $269,000
LYME: Stunning Hamburg Cove Waterfront. Views out to the CT River. Dock w/power, water, security. Depth 10-12 ft at end of dock. $3,800,000 Maureen OʼGrady, Essex Office R517482
OLD SAYBROOK: CT River waterfront home on 3.5 acs. Built in 1972. Open floor plan, 4 BRs, 4.2 BAs. Deep water dock is viable. $2,675,000 John OʼGrady, Essex Office R432242
MADISON: Extraordinary Modern English Country Home set on 4+ acres., 2-story studio, 4-season tea house. $2,295,000 John Campbell, Madison Office R465300
GUILFORD: Steps to the beach, bike to the Green from this elegant 4 BR, 3.1 BA Victorian in Indian Cove. Seasonal water views. $1,100,000 Linda Toscano, Guilford Office R422871
STRATFORD: Rare opportunity. Mid-century modern home facing LI Sound. 1.33 acs, unobstructed views, 200ft private beach. $949,000 CT Town and Shore Partners, Guilford Office R452187
WESTBROOK: Slice of paradise. 3 BR Cottage on the shores of LI Sound. Sweeping 180 degree views, private beach. LR enjoys expansive views. $875,000 Beth Brewer, Essex Office R517520
HAMDEN: Built in 1816 by Eli Whitney, this home has all of the conveniences of modernized living combined with old world charm. $719,000 John Campbell, Madison Office R359167
MADISON: This custom 3920 SF, 5 BR, 2 BA Cape home is set on over an acre of private, professionally landscaped land. $699,000 The Rollins Group, Madison Office R459695
GUILFORD: In-town living. Charming antique details merge with newer additions to give this 3 BR home an eclectic, creative feel. $599,000 Laurie Trulock, Guilford Office R370174
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6 TRENDY BATHROOM UPGRADES
We use our bathrooms every day, so their importance in your home is far greater than you might think. Modern bathrooms should be simple, clean, and comfortable. When designing your bathroom, utilize clean lines, minimal colors, and geometric shapes and patterns. Fixtures and amenities are also a great way to transfer your dull bathroom into a relaxing and refreshing space. Jumpstart your bathroom upgrade today with these five additions.
Freestanding Bathtubs Tubs shouldn’t always be the same old oval, white, fiberglass tub attached to the wall. Freestanding tubs are a staple for modern bathroom designs. Keep things symmetrical and sharp and create balance by strategically placing your tub in a spot that enhances the flow of your bathroom. Try a retro clawfoot tub or pedestal tub. Skylights In rooms where privacy is a concern, skylights can provide both
natural light and ventilation. They're beautiful and give your bathroom a major “wow” factor. Skylights are also practical and save you money; Energy Star-qualified no-leak, solar-powered fresh-air skylights can help trim electricity costs by providing natural light and passively venting moist, warm air from the room.
Lighted vanity mirror Home improvement stores, design studios, and online retailers carry a variety of lighted vanities in shapes, sizes, styles, and light sources (LED, CFL or incandescent) to suit virtually every taste. Installing one is a simple do-it-yourself job that has a big impact on a bathroom's appearance and usability. Dual- ush toilet Dual-flush toilets are a great way to save water and money. Because they use only the water you need to get the job done, they contribute positively to a home's overall footprint and can help save on water bills. They’re a lower-cost upgrade, and
even more cost-effective when installed by a savvy do-it-yourselfer.
Towel warmers Wall-mounted or free-standing, plug-in or hard-wired, all towel warmers work the same way; heated bars warm towels hung on the rack, providing a cozy, warm towel every time you bathe. Plug-in versions install easily, while hardwired ones may require professional installation. Shower foot rest Designed to make shaving easier, foot rests are an economical improvement – some suction-cup styles cost under $20. For a more refined look or enhanced sturdiness, it's possible to find one that anchors into the wall through screws, or a style built into the shower. If you're redoing your shower stall, it's the perfect time to add a stylish, sturdy foot rest.
WELCOME TO THIS UPDATED ANTIQUE FARMHOUSE Circa 1885. Set on one acre in the Tashua area of Trumbull. Wrap around farm porch. Hardwood flrs. Open flow. Original moldings + built-ins. Central Air! Poss 4th br/office/den on 1st flr. Bright sun room/mudroom. W-I pantry/laundry rm. Updated spacious full bath on 2nd flr w/radiant heated floor + jetted tub. Fenced-in private yard w/patio. Walk-up attic. Minutes to everything: schools, highways, shopping. R340100
WELCOME TO 1060 HILLSIDE ROAD in Fairfield. Historical landmark in the historic district of Greenfield Hill. 1940’s Tudor has been beautifully renovated while maintaining the vintage detail. Stunning new kitchen w/marble counters/center island w/marble waterfall/custom cabinetry /ss appliances. Open floor plan w/formal DR, LR & spac FR. 4 fpl. 2nd floor: 3 BRs, including MBR & 2 full baths. Bonus room . Third floor suite: 4th BR, new full BA + sitting/rec area. Key updates: central air, gas furnace, exterior paint, 2 newly built chimneys, new Marvin windows, E2 rating. Beautiful flagstone terrace overlooks brook + pond. Stone wall. R264598
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WELCOME TO 328 DAVIS ROAD in Fairfield. Gorgeous new construction Fairfield home. High end finishes: Restoration Hardware + Kohler details, Wolf appliances, Hwd flrs, Marvin windows + 9 ft clgs. Bright + open, 4 levels of living space w/fin 3rd flr + LL. Gourmet EIK w/Carrera marble+center island. Open kitchen to FR, w/handcrafted cabinetry+gas fplc. Mstr suite boasts his + her walk in closets + stunning master bath. Deck and 2 porches. Tremendous value. R263920
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SOL AR P OWE R L IG H TS Solar powered use sunlight for power and charge during the day while shining brightly at night. Since they don't require wiring, the lights can go anywhere on your property. Some solar powered lights also come with motion detectors.
D IMME R SWITC H E S A burning light bulb uses a certain amount of electricity, which is measured in watts. By lowering the wattage with a special switch, consumers can manage the bulb's electrical consumption. Dimmers come with a dial or a slide bar, which allows homeowners to adjust the illumination, and therefore the wattage. Dimmers save the most money in rooms where wattage is high, such as the bathroom and dining room. TURN TH E (N ON -FL UORE SC E N T) L IG H TS OF F Everyone knows to turn off lights when not in use, but uorescent bulbs are a bit more complicated. If
you’re leaving a room for more than 15 minutes, turn out the lights. If not, keep them on. Why? Fluorescent lights are more expensive, and like other bulbs, switching them on and off limits their life. It's better to eat the smaller energy cost than to buy new uorescent bulbs. BUY E NE RG Y -E F F IC IE N T L IG H T BUL BS Three of the most common energy-ef cient light bulbs are halogen incandescents, CFLs, and LEDs. You can nd these in most hardware and home improvement stores. »
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These are just a handful of simple strategies that homeowners may be able do themselves to save money. There are many other lighting installation options to choose from that can save you money including motion detectors, recessed lighting, and skylights.
Empty Nesters: How to Reclaim Your Space
With the fall college semester right around the corner, many parents may soon become empty nesters. While children leaving the home can be bittersweet, it also presents an opportunity for parents to reclaim space in their home. After the kids move out, updating the home with savvy improvements can help make life easier and more enjoyable, all while boosting resale value for those planning to downsize in the future. If your children have left the nest, consider these home projects:
1. Find Your “Me” Space If you have a guest bedroom or your student won’t be coming home during breaks, turn their room into a space that works for you, like a home office, exercise room, music studio, craft room, workshop or home theater. Keep in mind your long-term plans. If you'll be selling the home at some point, consider a room that will have broader appeal, like a home office. If you plan to age in place, remember to incorporate features in your “me” space that will facilitate your use of the room even if you experience mobility issues down the road. For example, you may want to take the opportunity to widen doorways, replace doorknobs with door handles, replace loose
carpet or slippery tiles with slip-resistant flooring, and improve ventilation.
2. Embrace Natural Lighting Vision changes as you age, so the artificial lighting that worked for you when you were in your 30s or 40s may not be adequate when you enter your 50s and 60s. Lighting is an important upgrade if you plan to remain in your home into your golden years. Look for improvements that will help aging eyes see better, like increased natural lighting and task lighting in work areas.
3. Create a Bathroom Retreat Bathrooms sell homes, and if you've lived with an outdated master bathroom now's the time to modernize. In addition to all the luxurious features you've been dreaming of, like a rainfall shower head, heated floor, or towel warmer, keep in mind the practical improvements that will make the room safe and usable as you grow older. Install grab bars in the shower and around tubs and toilets. Bath product designers are now making grab bars that offer the look of design elements coupled with the security of sturdy support, so they won’t stick out like a sore thumb in your new beautiful shower. If your bathroom is on the top floor, improve natural lighting with a skylight. Also look for slip-resistant flooring easy-to-maneuver levers to replace faucet knobs.
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NEWTOWN- Spectacular Western views! Stunning, architecturally custom designed home on 6+ ac. Upper level: 3 BRs, all with full BAs, and a media/playroom. Main level features an oversized chefĘźs kitchen w/high end appliances Also on this level is an elegant master suite with a luxurious bath, walk in closets & study/office. The family room with. $875,000 R524759
NEWTOWN. Stunning 6,000+ sf home in sought after Cul-de-sac . Custom architectural delights. Gourmet kit, w/high end appliances, & open flow to the FR w/built ins & fpl. Master suite w/large sitting room, fpl & WI closet & large bath. 5th BR wing works well for guest, in-law. LL offers a finished great room w/bath. Extensive landscaping, irrigation system Great location for commuting & close to town! $879,000 P311916 SANDY HOOK Nothing was spared in constructing this better than new colonial, finished LL, propane heat. Open floor plan. Stone walkway leads to an impressive foyer The family room w/gas burning fireplace openly connects to a spacious kitchen with lots of cabinetry, granite counters/SS appliances. Main level office with French doors. Priced to sell at $615,000 R348181
NEWTOWN. Light filled eat-in kitchen with built in lockers for storage opens to a great sun room. HW floors, 2 fpl. Den w/built ins. Large FR + addl finished LL game room w/walk out. Spacious LR opens to the DR, MBR w/full bath. City water! 2c gar, Close to schools, shops & a great commute location. Move right into this well cared for 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial & enjoy! $444,900 R524763
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MILFORD Hi Ranch, open floor plan Living room/dining rm combo w/skylite, cathedral ceilings, fireplace & hardwood floors. Upgraded galley kitchen, granite counter tops & convection wall oven. # Bedrooms, 3 baths, lower level family room w/sliders to enclosed professionally landscaped yard w/ornate trees and shrubbery, heated fishpond & stonework. Minutes to beach, shopping, schools & I-95 $359,000. R260472
WEST HAVEN Walk to beach & boardwalk, open,airy,full of sunlight & great for entertaining, Newler remodeled home. Kitchen w/new cabinets and granite counter tops, SS appliances open pantry. Large living rm w/brick f/p, opening to form dining room, newer tiled bath 3 bedrooms, Hardwood floors, Crown molding, large entry foyer & new roof& 1 car garage. Minutes to I-95, train station & shopping $159,000. P304787
WATERBURY convenient location, great for commuters, townhouse condo w/2 nice size bedrooms, updated 1.5 baths bedrooms, eat in Kitchen, living room w/laminated floor, full finished lower level, deck, Gas heat & Central air. offered at $85,900 R516479
EXPANDED CAPE COD Live Oaks area, Feat: custom kitchen w/ dining area, stainless appls. jenn air cooktop,granite counter tops, living room w/wood burning stove, form dining room, & den. heated enclosed porch w/heater f/p, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths Central air except for 1 bedroom, full basement, raised gardens, patio & garden shed $267,900. R93598
SOUGHT AFTER MILFORD LOCATION. DonĘźt miss this 4 bedroom home. $359,000. R260542
WATERBURY 3 family 2 bedrooms in each unit,separate utilities, full basement, newer Laminated flooring and carpeting in some of the units, most appliances newer, some new windows Apt 2 & 3 freshly painted, convenient location. $136,900. R516452
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These Indoor Decor Ideas By Kristin Belt If you’re like a lot of homeowners today, you might be tempted to chalk decorating choices up to personal preference and think they have little to do with home value—but this is a mistake. Whether or not you’re planning to sell your home soon, here’s what you need to know: the right decorating choices not only make your home a more enjoyable place for you to live, but also they increase and improve your property value when it comes time to put it on the market. This is because, believe it or not, there are a lot of ways that updates and decorating can increase how much your home is worth. How exactly does this work? What indoor décor boosts property value? Consider the following:
1. Fresh Paint. “Whether it’s interior or exterior painting, a fresh coat of paint instantly makes any space appear updated and clean, increasing its surface value,” says TLC Decorating Services. Stick to light neutrals that enlarge your living spaces and appeal to a wide range of tastes, and, if you have it in the budget, hire professionals who will make sure the paint job is done right. 2. Upgraded Lighting. There’s a reason real estate agents turn on all of a home’s lights for a showing — generally speaking, the brighter, the better. Well-lit rooms look bigger and more inviting, especially when attractive fixtures light them. Plus, because light fixtures are one of those home features that often will stay with a home when it sells, potential buyers are getting extra value from the recessed lighting, pendant lights and other fixtures you add to your layout and design.
3. Plantation Shutters. Attractive window treatments are always a selling point, especially if they’re custom-made like plantation shutters. Specifically created for your home’s living rooms, bedrooms or basement, plantation shutters add as much functionality as they do value, showing buyers yet another asset of your home. 4. Granite Countertops. It doesn’t matter if you live in a two-bedroom condo or a six-bedroom Georgian-style home, adding granite countertops is a design choice with value impact. “No matter what price the home is, most buyers want granite these days,” says Lee Anne Culpepper at Networx. Plus, because granite or other stone countertops are such an in-demand feature these days, most buyers will be willing to pay more for a home to get them.
5. New Appliances. Right along with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances are a top upgrade in terms of value boost. “The cold feel of steel is a hot ticket item for buyers,” says HGTV. “Transition
your appliances as they wear out and go with a similar metallic look in your light switches.” Swap the old, outdated fridge, stove and dishwasher in your kitchen with sleek stainless steel and you bring it into the new century.
6. New Bathroom Tile. Nothing dates a bathroom faster than vintage tile, so if you want to breathe fresh life into a bathroom space, go with new, bright, modern tile instead. Light colors make small bathrooms look bigger — a major value boost come selling time — and modern choices make your bathrooms fit with your home’s more updated overall look.
7. Staged Rooms. Only a small percentage of the population can truly envision living in a home with outdated décor or empty rooms — that’s why a service like staging can be so powerful. According to Bankrate, one survey showed that home staging resulted in an average $1,780 price increase or 586 percent return on investment. If you want to make your home look more valuable and thus to command a higher sale price, consider hiring a stager to make your rooms look their best. When potential buyers see how attractive and spacious rooms can look, they’re one step closer to making an offer. 8. Attractive Framing. Empty walls force a buyer to try and imagine where art could go and how to fill space. When you have attractive, perhaps even custom framing throughout your living spaces, however, you have a perfect finishing touch — both for your own enjoyment in your home and for a desirable look when it’s time to sell. If you’ve wanted to upgrade your home but are unsure how to justify it, this list is good news. Not only will the right indoor décor make your home more livable for the short term, but also it will add value for longterm resale. To figure out where to start with your remodeling projects, use the above eight ideas and make the most of your updates.
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BROOKFIELD: Ideal family home - 4 BR house, manicured lot, great cul-de-sac location & in-ground pool. Huge eat-in kitchen, vaulted FR. New roof & A/C. $529,900 R383771
BROOKFIELD: New Construction ready for occupancy in one of Brookfield’s premier subdivisions! 5 BR/3-1/2 BA. Huge kitchen & coffered ceiling in FR. $799,900 R383708
BROOKFIELD: Fabulous 4 BR house on 16 ac w/pond! Kitchen is a chef’s delight. Hardwood floors thru-out. Huge deck, hot tub & outdoor lighting. $499,900 R383745
DANBURY: Fabulous Harrison model end unit w/3000+ sf of living space in Woodland Hills! Open floor plan. Only a few steps from gar to kitchen. $379,000 R437905
BROOKFIELD: Walk to Candlewood Lake! Inviting 3 BR home with open floor plan. Updated kitchen, large deck, level property and boat/RV garage. $319,900 R456262
BROOKFIELD: Beautiful updated home w/4 BR & In-Law Apt. New kitchen w/ granite/S/S appl. Marble fpl. Yard adjoins open space on Lake Lillinonah. $350,000 R444013
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