Lauren Parr Homes at Houlihan Lawrence (II)

Dedicated Service. Exceptional Local Knowledge. Commitment Beyond Closing.

Partnership, Excellence, Commitment, and Care

My business was founded on a lifelong passion for real estate, sparked by its profound impact on the memories we create. Now more than ever, home isn’t just where we live—it’s where we work, play, and live our lives.

I wholeheartedly embrace both the joys and challenges of every transaction, guiding clients to find places and spaces that perfectly complement their lifestyles within communities that best serve their needs.

I am personally and professionally invested in every single deal, and grateful for the trust and partnership of loyal clients whose stories I have the privilege to help write. Every home holds its unique story, and I approach each with the same level of care, commitment, and compassion as if it were my own.

Lauren Parr—

Fairfield County, CT Realtor®

Dedicated, Knowledgeable, Passionate

A 2023 Top Producer at Houlihan Lawrence Ridgefield, and Gold Sales Award recipient, Lauren Parr understands the unique challenges and opportunities buyers and sellers alike face in today’s market. A Realtor® (licensed in CT & MA) and integrated marketing and sales consultant with over 25 years of Fairfield County experience, Lauren is known for her integrity, empathy, expert negotiation skills, and client-first approach.

Whether a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner looking to downsize, upsize, or relocate, Lauren brings unparalleled passion, dedication, and a wealth of resources to help her clients achieve their goals. Above all, she is committed to delivering exceptional and personalized service to produce a seamless transaction, acting as a trusted advisor, market expert, and listing specialist.

Proudly working in both Northern and Southern Fairfield County communities, Lauren offers a suite of signature services to every client, regardless of the size or scope of the transaction. Specializing in seller and buyer representation, Lauren’s commitment to cultivating and maintaining relationships is a pillar of her business.

A member of the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce, Lauren has been involved with local organizations within her communities, including the Ridgefield Newcomers Club, RHS Theatre & Wrestling Boosters, Darien/Norwalk YWCA Newcomers Club, OPUS for Person-to-Person, and the Ox Ridge and Farmingville Elementary PTAs. With deep roots, she is invested in helping those new to the area make connections.

Prior to joining Houlihan Lawrence, Lauren spent ten years as a Strategic Marketing and Communications Executive at leading PR agencies Edelman and Ketchum in New York, before returning to Connecticut to raise her family. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Anthropology, and Political Science from Colgate University.

Featured Communities Served

Bethel

Best-in-Class Marketing and Development Team

Lauren Parr

Realtor®

Realtor, integrated marketing and sales consultant specializing in strategic sales and purchasing consultation, market analysis, and custom content creation.

Regina Leahy

Staging Designer

Certified Staging Design Professional™ and Founder of Simply Staged of Connecticut, bringing simplified, fresh, and accessible home staging and styling to homeowners.

Chris Kiely

Photographer and 3D Tour Development

Real estate photographer specializing in digital floor plans, 360° Matterport tours, and drone photography and videography for Fairfield, Upper Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Counties.

Vlora Bajrushi

Graphic Designer

A Parsons School of Design graduate, currently working in the Houlihan Lawrence Marketing Department. Specializing in print and digital design, and website creation.

The Lauren Parr Homes Difference

Personalized Care and Concierge Service

Buying or selling a home is equal part analytical exercise and emotional experience. Every circumstance and situation is entirely unique. Dedicated attention and white-glove service are essential from the first conversation to closing and beyond. No “hand-off” to a client care manager, or partner agent for showings; delivering unparalleled local market knowledge, expertise, and individualized care, 24/7.

Expert Performance and Negotiation

Guiding principles of integrity and respect are the cornerstone of every negotiation. Leading with fierce protection of clients’ interests and a strategic approach, deals are closed seamlessly and tailored to individual needs. Transparency and communication ensures clients feel informed and empowered.

Customized Services Tailored to You

Customized Signature Services

A suite of signature listing and buyer services is included with every agreement, regardless of the size or scope of transaction. Custom packages are developed based on individual client needs and goals.

Seller Services

– Strategic sales consultation

– Comparative market analysis (CMA)

– Local market reporting

– HD photography

– 3D interactive tours

– Professional staging

– Robust marketing programming (print, digital, and custom social media content)

Buyer Services

– Strategic purchasing consultation

– Comparative market analysis (CMA)

– Local market reporting

– Community comparisons

– Private property tours (video and in-person)

Renovation and Rental Services

– Explore custom consultation services tailored to your needs for prospective home improvement projects, regardless of size or complexity. Offerings include creative consultation, project management, and dedicated focus on optimizing ROI and enhancing marketability for both resale and rental purposes.

Providing Commitment Beyond Closing

Being entrusted with the purchase or sale of a home is an honor and privilege. With an equally professional and personal approach, closings are handled with care and commitment. Cultivating relationships and demonstrating commitment beyond closing are pillars of my business.

Selling a Home with Lauren Parr

We’ll guide you through the selling process, from listing and marketing your home, to arranging private viewings and open houses. Offering a customized approach for each property, we provide counsel every step of the way to make the sales process move as smoothly as possible. We’ll identify the optimal sales strategy tailored to your own unique set of circumstances.

1

CONSULTATION

Preliminary discussion to identify objectives, needs and timeline

2 GET MOVING

3

ENGAGEMENT

Review and execute listing agreement, establish asking price, photograph property and develop marketing material

4

Finalize strategy, accommodate showings and Open Houses & negotiate offer

CLOSE THE DEAL

Accept offer, provide counsel and oversight from contract to closing and beyond

Step #1: Connect with a Realtor®

Engage a Realtor® with expertise in your market to develop a customized sales strategy based on your unique circumstances. Establish asking price informed by a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA). Compile list of improvements during ownership and property information (i.e. survey, septic “as built” etc.); complete Residential Property Disclosures.

Step #2: Prepare Your Home for Market

Conduct routine maintenance/repairs, declutter, depersonalize, stage and photograph. Approve print and digital marketing developed by your Realtor® showcasing your home. Establish timeline for market launch or approach if considering a private/off-market sale.

Step #4: Offer Negotiations

Align on approach for offer consideration with your Realtor®, ensuring understanding of the terms and conditions. As you receive offers, negotiate as needed to achieve the best outcome.

Step #3: Market and Show Your Property

Conduct a multi-platform marketing campaign for your home, targeting prospective buyers. Arrange private showings and consider Open House/private Broker previews.

Step #5: Contract Negotiation

Accept offer, engage real estate attorney to craft a Residential Real Estate Sales Agreement, send to buyer’s attorney. Address home inspection concerns. Sign contract, and await contingencies to be released.

Step #6: Appraisal and Buyer Visits

Provide access for a certified Appraiser to conduct an appraisal, determining your home’s market value. Allow buyer periodic access to your home, accompanied by their Realtor®, as agreed upon within the Real Estate Sales Agreement.

Step #8: Make Your Move!

Share a list of home service providers and any helpful instructions with the new homeowner. Coordinate moving details and leave the home clean and clear of all personal items.

Step #7: Final Walkthrough & Closing

Complete any agreed-upon repairs pursuant to the home inspection, sign closing documents with your attorney, and receive funds. Transfer ownership to the buyer.

Buying a Home with Lauren Parr

From property hunting and price negotiations to mortgage lender and local service provider recommendations, we’ll help you expertly navigate each component involved with purchasing a new home. Our white-glove approach ensures everything is “on the table” from the first conversation. Your dream home is waiting, and we can’t wait to help you find it.

1

CONSULTATION

Preliminary discussion to identify objectives, needs, target communities and home search criteria

2

ENGAGEMENT

Review and execute buyer agreement, establish timeline and strategy

3

GET MOVING

Evaluate listings, tour properties, and negotiate offer

CLOSE THE DEAL

Secure property, provide counsel and oversight from contract to closing and beyond #4

Step #1: Connect with a Realtor®

Engage a Realtor® with expertise in your market to recommend lenders, provide market color and community comparisons. Establish key priorities; “must haves” vs. “nice-to-haves” based on your lifestyle and needs. Tour prospective towns, as needed.

Step #2: Establish a Budget

Work with a mortgage broker or your lender of choice. Identify budget parameters for your home search and secure a letter of pre-approval from your lender.

Step #4: Submit An Offer

Write an offer to purchase for your home of choice, working closely with your Realtor® informed by comparable properties within the area; include any desired contingencies.

Step #3: Begin Your Home Search

Working with your Realtor®, receive listing updates, evaluate options and tour suitable properties in-person or virtually. Narrow scope of search based on feedback.

Step #5: Contract Negotiation

Upon acceptance of your offer, engage a real estate attorney to receive draft Residential Real Estate Sales Agreement from seller’s attorney. Conduct home inspection, address concerns. Sign contract, release deposit & release contingencies.

Step #6: Appraisal

Your lender will schedule a certified Real Estate Appraiser to conduct a detailed analysis of your property’s value within the marketplace to ensure it aligns with your Real Estate Sales Agreement.

Step #8: Welcome Home!

Coordinate moving details & connect with your new community. Lean on your Realtor® to recommend local service providers, community resources, and help make your new house a home.

Step #7: Final Walkthrough & Closing

Conduct a final visual inspection of the property, and sign closing documents with your attorney. Ownership of the property formally transfers to the buyer.

Extremely Knowledgeable About the Local Market

“My Wife and I recently had the pleasure of working with Lauren Parr in selling our home and finding a new dream home. Lauren was patient, knowledgeable, and always available when we reached out. From our initial conversations and throughout the selling and buying process, Lauren was professional and understood our needs in finding a new home. We had very specific criteria and she made sure any house we saw fit those needs. Lauren’s negotiation process always put our interests first— she consistently found ways to get us the best terms possible on both sides of our process. Lauren was timely and clear when arranging inspections to researching potential issues with a property. Lauren always went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of pre/post closing on our home. After closing, we ran into a plumbing issue within the first week. We reached out to Lauren to see if there was anything we could do. Within minutes, a plan was formed to resolve the issue. Throughout our search, Lauren demonstrated immense patience and understanding. Whether we needed a second viewing on a particular property, she handled the need promptly. My wife was expecting our second child during the process. Throughout our search, we sometimes had to bring along our 3 year old son to viewings and open houses. Lauren always made us feel like a priority, including our son. Lauren would make the tour exciting and fun for our little guy. He loved it! Lauren went out of her way to provide us with extra resources and various options we could consider when deciding on our new home. We highly recommend working with Lauren for your real estate needs, selling or buying. Her insight, kindness, attentiveness, and attention to detail will make the process stress free during your search. Thank you again, Lauren!”

—Sean and Laura M.

“Our experience working with Lauren was very positive. She was extremely professional, succinct in her communication, and extremely knowledgeable about the local market (Fairfield county in our case). Lauren very much endeared us by giving her expert and unbiased advice on the many properties we visited. This helped us understand the local dynamics and value of each location relative to the numerous houses she had seen in the recent market. She endeared herself to us by obtaining access into newly listed houses even before they were fully on the market through her strong relationships with other realtors in the market. Once we found our home, she worked around the clock to get to a contract we were happy with. Following our contract signing, she stayed with us closely until the closing, and surprised us at the end with a thoughtful and endearing thank you.”

—Lizhong Z.

Persistence and Expertise Lead to a Successful Closing

“Lauren is the best realtor I have ever worked with. She is extremely knowledgeable, quick to respond, kind, and just such a pleasure to work with. She is very professional and truly considers your needs when showing homes. You’ll be happy you hired her!”

—Diana C.

“Lauren was an amazing Real Estate Agent to work with! She did an outstanding job assisting us with the purchase of our very first home! She carefully studied the market for us while staying within our budget. Her persistence and expertise lead us to a successful closing experience. We can finally call a place ‘home’. Thank you, Lauren!”

—Rachel D.

“We absolutely loved working with Lauren! Right off the bat, she made us feel comfortable as we took the leap to find our first house. I was eight months pregnant when we closed, and Lauren was so helpful and made the entire process stress-free. Her communication, market knowledge, and kindness made finding our dream home a happy memory I’ll always look back on fondly! We felt safe, heard, and understood, like we were working with a friend. Thank you, Lauren, for making this experience so much better than we thought it could be!”

—Kasie B.

“Lauren is one of a kind. She was like a family for us. She was patient, understanding, and most of all understood our needs. Even though we had a really rough time at closing due to our bank, and we regret not listening to her advice using a local bank, she was positive and kept our hope. She is not a typical agent. She will not push you, rather, she will get to know you and help you find what you are looking for. She was available almost 24/7. Our interaction with her was the best we had with a real estate agent, as we’ve moved a lot. So, if you are within her coverage area, do not think twice.”

—Alex M.

“We are immensely grateful for the outstanding service provided by our realtor Lauren Parr. Her extensive knowledge of the market, exceptional negotiation recommendations, and unwavering support made our home-selling experience smooth and stress-free. Lauren was incredibly kind, patient, and always available to address our concerns. We highly recommend her to anyone in need of a top-notch realtor. Thanks for everything Lauren!”

—Jorge T.

Navigating You Through the Communities of Fairfield County

Darien

Embrace coastal living and small-town charm on the Gold Coast of Connecticut.

Ridgefield

Charming New England village, nestled in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains.

Fairfield

A renowned coastal community, featuring sandy shores and bustling streets.

Weston

A harmony of rustic charm with contemporary comforts in a scenic suburban setting.

New Canaan

Vibrant locale with a lively downtown, lush greenery, and well-developed retail sector.

Westport

Coastal allure meets upscale living in this picturesque suburban retreat.

Redding

Tranquil town nestled amid rolling hills, fostering a thriving arts scene.

Wilton

Modern suburban town with rural roots, featuring winding roads and wooded escapes.

An Exceptional Track Record in

Fairfield County Real Estate

951 N Park Avenue Ext.

282 Old Sib Road

Ridgefield

Redding 365 Dublin Road Southbury 35 Relihan Road

Darien 120 Prospect Street, #10 Ridgefield 28 Caudatowa Drive Ridgefield

Bob Cat Lane Newtown 20 Dlhy Court Ridgefield 19 Prospect Ridge, #57

Ridgefield 35 Armand Road Ridgefield 25 Grand Street, #212 Norwalk 26 Lilac Lane Danbury

The Unrivaled Local Market Leader

Listing with Houlihan Lawrence Puts You in with the Best

We have an old adage at Houlihan Lawrence: “We’re large enough to be in every town, but small enough to know every house in town.” By listing with Houlihan Lawrence, your property becomes the central component of a dynamic story driven by 136 years of success. Our team of real estate experts executes a winning formula empowered by superior market intelligence, innovative marketing strategies, and the area’s leading global networks to deliver the best results for your home.

2023 Home Sales By Company | Total Dollar Volume

Source: OKMLS, MHMLS, CGNDMLS, SMARTMLS, 1/1/23- 12/31/23,

The Largest Global Network in Sales & Size

HomeServices of America

Houlihan Lawrence is owned by HomeServices of America, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. HomeServices is the country’s largest residential real estate company, with nearly 46,000 agents and 900 offices across the U.S.

Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Houlihan Lawrence is a founding member of LeadingRE, the largest network of real estate companies in the world, with over 550 firms in over 70 countries. LeadingRE has more broker-to-broker referrals annually than any other real estate network.

Together, We’ll Make Your Real Estate Vision a Reality

Thank you for the consideration as a partner in the process of selling or purchasing your home. I sincerely appreciate your time, and welcome the opportunity to work with you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions about my business or services offered. I hope to hear from you soon, and look forward to collaborating in the future!

Gratefully,

Ridgefield Brokerage