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Recent Home Sales 1. MLS 6058705 Fallsburg Township Arts & Crafts 2 BR / 20BA Acres: 0.34 Sold For: $60,000 School Tax: $2,057 County Town $1,900 Built: 1975

2. MLS 5067293 Bethel Township Ranch Listed By: Pamela Henning, Keller Willlams Hudson Valley Sold By: Pamela Henning, Keller Willlams Hudson Valley

3 BR / 2 BA Acres: 0.46 Sold For: $134,000 School Tax: $1,787 Town & County: $1,867 Built: 1960

5. MLS 6020627 5110462 Fremont Township Farm House Acres: 10.00 Resort Realty Sold For: $230,000 Sold By: Benjamin A. School Tax: $2,897 Leopold, Weld Realty Town & County: $2,365 Built: 1880 Listed By: David Luczyski,

Listed By: John Ducey, CB Timberland Properties Sold By: Maxine Schulte, The Maxx Group, LLC

Listed By: Dawn Curreri, Eagle Valley Realty Sold By: Dawn Curreri, Eagle Valley Realty

4. MLS 6044226 Fallsburg Township Raised Ranch 3 BR / 3 BA Acres: 0.31 Sold For: $205,000 School Tax: $3,644 Town & County: $2,983 Built: 1970

Listed By: Brian J. Caplicki, Keller Williams Hudson Valley Sold By: Non Member MLS

7. MLS 6039589 Callicoon Township Farm House/ Victorian

6. MLS 5080261 Callicoon Township Ranch 3 BR / 2 BA Acres: 0.80 Sold For: $285,000 School Tax: $3,506 Town & County: $3,067 Built: 1998

3. MLS 5031664 Tusten Township Arts & Crafts Acres: 0.45 Sold For: $177,000 School Tax: $1,048 Town & County: $1,764 Built: 1900

Listed By: Ryan D. Edwards, Carole Edwards Realty Sold By: Avishai M. Adiv, Avishai M. Adiv RE

8. MLS 6041209 Bethel Township Contemporary 4 BR / 3 Â½ BA 3 BR / 2 BA Listed By: Ann L. Acres: 10.93 Finneran, Woodstock Way Acres: 1.10 Sold For: $890,000 Sold For: $475,000 Realty, LLC School Tax: $9,398 School Tax: $4,629 Sold By: Non Member Town & County: $7,625 Town & County: $ 5,258 MLS Built: 1989 Built: 1880

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Real estate soaring during COVID-19 pandemic BY FRED STABBERT III

he Hudson Valley was experiencing solid first quarter real estate sales, and were prepared for an active second quarter. Instead, COVID-19 happened, and the market came to an abrupt halt with real estate agents unable to show properties and confined to virtual interactions with buyers and sellers. But Sullivan County real estate agents adapted to their new way of doing business, leading to historically high single-family residential sales figures for the third quarter.

The optimism is back Sullivan County led the entire Hudson Valley, with a 45 percent increase in single-family home sales over third quarter 2019. By contrast, Orange County only experienced an 8 percent increase. In Sullivan, Realtors reported selling 384 single-family houses, up 120 over the 2019 total of 264. Year-to-date, 2020 is up 16.3 percent over 2019, with 790 single-family houses already sold for 2020, up 111 over 2019. Median sale prices also skyrocket-

Two factors that are obviously fueling increased prices are more buyers – and much less inventory. In 2019, 1,012 houses were for sale in Sullivan County. Today, there are 676 homes for sale. ed throughout the Hudson Valley, with Sullivan County again leading the way. Single-family homes went up an average of 33 percent – from $148,450 in 2019 to $197,550 in 2020. By contrast, Orange County only saw a 14.6 percent increase in the median price – from $288,000 to $330,000. Two factors that are obviously fueling increased prices are more buyers – and much less inventory. In 2019, 1,012 single-family houses were listed on the market in Sullivan County. Today, there are only 676

homes available for purchase, a 33 percent drop. According to the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors, “Lack of inventory contines to hamper sales in all residential categories. “Recently, listing activity has increased as buyers become more comfortable with the measures in place to protect them from exposure to COVID virus as well as the vibrancy of the market,” the report reads. “It is difficult to predict market conditions going forward. In the short term, the market remains strong with the number of properties in contract being exceptionally high at this point of the year. “These contracts should represent closed sales before year’s end,” the Report reflects. “Interest rates remain at historic lows which contributes to affordability. “There is also a migration to the suburbs which is currently a factor and has created huge demand,” according to HGAR. “That is difficult to evaluate, however, is how long a complete economic recovery will take and how that will impact the market going forward.”

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You can find many brands at Teeters’ Furniture in Hawley, Pa., including many American made manufacturers.

Customize your furniture STORY AND PHOTOS BY ISABEL BRAVERMAN

eeters’ Furniture has been family owned and operated in Hawley, Pa. since 1849. The business is now run by fifth generation family member Julie TeeterSeiler and her father Richard Teeter. Julie’s great-great-grandfather, Richard, founded the business when he was a carpenter. The family also owns a funeral home and at the time, funeral homes didn’t really exist, so Richard built caskets. This grew into their furniture business, which is now located on Main Avenue right in the center of Hawley. The store started out in a building occupied by other businesses, and slowly grew to take up the whole building where it remained until a fire burned it down in 1986 and they rebuilt. The large showroom features living room, bedroom and dining room furniture as well as home accents, mattresses and home office furnishings. They can do custom orders and offer free local delivery with professional movers. “As a small furniture store we focus on finding out what the customer needs and trying to make that fit,” Julie remarked. “We do a lot of custom orders, if they come in and need a specific size or want a selection of fabrics [we can do that].” Some of the brands they offer include Bassett, Craftmaster, Simply Amish and Serta. They offer CONTINUED ON PAGE 10H

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Wood furniture is a highlight of the offerings. You can customize your order at Teeters’ Furniture, which offers an array of fabric coverings. Teeters’ Furniture has been open since 1849 at the same location.

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everything from couches, to dining room tables and chairs to mattresses. “As much as we can we try to offer American made companies, aside from the fact that we are happy to support American manufacturers, they also offer the best quality and customization,” Julie said. You can pick out just one item that you need or a whole matching set, such as a bed frame and

matching dresser or couch and matching chairs. The staff on hand can help with design questions like selecting what will best fit a room, how to use the space, or coordinating colors and fabrics. “We are low pressure, so people come in and we offer guidance if they want it, but if you want to come in and just browse you can do that,” Julie says. They offer a variety of prices to fit any budget, as well as 12-month no interest financing and a selection of

clearance. Their overall goal is to give the customer what they want, and indeed they have many repeat customers, including families that come back through the generations. Teeters’ Furniture is located at 327 Main Ave., Hawley, Pa. They are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call 570-226-3112, visit www.teetersfurniture.com, or find them on Facebook.

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At right: This drone view of the front of the house shows off the detached garage, as well as the covered “rocking chair” porch. Bottom from left to right: Have a seat on the screened-in porch and enjoy a good book or a visit with a neighbor. (Tuxedo cat not included with sale of the house.) Just off the sunroom is a perennial garden. Grab a book, have a seat (perhaps by the window with some comfy pillows), and enjoy the radiant heat of the sunroom.

Country Tranquility BY CAROL MONTANA

hen you’re looking for a home, first impressions mean so much. Walk into this Grahamsville home on Grant-Sheeley Road, and instantly feel the warmth. It’s stunning and inviting. Upon pulling into the wide driveway, you’ll see an attached two-car garage straight ahead, a detached one-car garage to your left, and a garden shed large enough to hold a riding mower and other equipment. Convenient entrance through a door between the two-car bays leads you into the home. As you head into the expansive kitchen, you pass a sweet little powder room with a pedestal sink. “It’s got such nice tile and it’s just so cute,” said Realtor Carol Malek. To the right of the kitchen is a formal dining room of a very nice size. Spacious and loaded with cherry cabinets, the chef’s kitchen has underthe-cabinet lighting, two china closet units, a five-burner electric smooth cooktop above the oven, and a large convection oven under the island. Quartz counters, a custom-designed artisan backsplash, plenty of counter space, and area for entertaining. Make this room a cook and baker’s dream. Just off the kitchen is the entrance foyer, the stairs to the second level, and

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the archway to the formal living room. Airy, comfortable and ideal for entertaining, the living room has a mini split air-conditioning unit for added comfort. Speaking of entertaining, at the end of the kitchen is a space that is so much more than a dining nook. With room for another large dining table, Malek describes the area as a “kitchen lounge,” with a remotecontrolled gas fireplace. The ceiling here is knotty pine with natural stain, which adds a great deal of warmth to the area. It’s easy to imagine a table full of family and friends enjoying a meal, followed by a friendly board or card game, or a gathering of craft makers. Hot chocolate anyone? Off the kitchen lounge is a room many homeowners dream about – a large sunroom, complete with window seat. The walls are fully wainscoted and windows throughout bring the sunshine in. There’s radiant heat in this room, so even if the sun isn’t shining, it’s sure to be a warm and cozy place to curl up with a good book or just relax and watch the snow fall. The sunroom overlooks a bluestone paved porch and a garden on one side, and on the other side is another bluestone

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paved area that Malek says is ideal for a hot tub. There is also a screened porch off the kitchen, perfect for relaxing on a summer day or evening, and for growing herbs for your cooking. “There’s a lot of nice outdoor space here,” said Malek, pointing out that there is also a covered “rocking chair” porch in the front of the house. Upstairs, the generously sized master bedroom has two walk-in closets, solid-wood doors and a pocket door into the beautifully lighted master bath, where there’s a large shower with a seat, and plenty of drawers and storage space. Like the living room, the master bedroom has a mini split air-conditioning unit for both cooling and supplemental heating. Also upstairs are two more nicesized bedrooms, an alcove with a sitting / reading area under a window for natural light, a small room that Malek suggests is ideal for a nursery, office or storage space, and a full guest bath with a beautifully tiled tub. A spacious linen closet is at the end of the upstairs hallway. Descending to the full, partially CONTINUED ON PAGE 14H

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HOME FEATURES MLS No: 6070260 Address: 14 GrantSheeley Road, Grahamsville Price: $424,900 Acreage: 1.96 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 ½ Style: Two-story Colonial Sq. Feet: 2700 School: Tri-Valley Year Built: 1987 Features: Hardwood Floors, Cherry Cabinets, Quartz Counters, EIK,

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finished, walk-out basement, you’ll find a room that’s perfect for exercise equipment, gobs of storage space, a work bench, laundry room, a large closet with shelving to store extra groceries, clothing or linens, a shower / sink unit, and a detached toilet / sink unit. There’s also a set of steps that go up to the garage. “Come in from outdoor work, take off your muddy boots, and take a shower,” said Malek. There’s so much room in the basement that you can have all of the above, and still finish off a space for a den or a rec room. It’s easy to imagine a largescreen TV for the kids to play video games and comfy seats for a home theatre. There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house, and rich bluestone walkways around the perimeter. Gorgeous mountain views and stunning sunsets viewed from this property will add to your contentment. And with a conservation easement that forbids developments, peace and tranquility on your corner of heaven only serve to sweeten the deal.

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urning onto Boyce Road in Damascus, PA feels like turning into a woodland wonderland, especially in Autumn with the beautiful colors of the season enveloping the road. Nestled quietly about a quarter mile down the road is a newly constructed home that looks petite but lives

large. Over the years the need for large, mansion-like houses has seen a slow decline as a movement of tiny houses and energy-efficient homes has taken its place. There has been a comeback of simple, easily-maintained, craft homes and this house is exactly that.

Enchanting and innovative, this home is nestled away from distraction. An extra reading nook at the top of the stairecase. Overlooking the back deck and trees beyond, the kitchen is practical and fresh with plenty of space for entertaining. On the cover: A stone patio leads from the downstairs foyer to a charming fire pit to enjoy an evening with friends or family.

Constructed just this year in July by Walter Yanacek, Jr. of Yanacek Construction, the home fits perfectly into its woodland setting with a wrap around deck and a stamped concrete patio to enjoy late summer night star gazing or a family bbq with horseshoes. Opening the front door is a welcomed surprise as you walk into a living room and kitchen open layout with maple floors and a high cathedral-style ceiling complete with a hand-hewn beam and sliding barn door that leads to the attic. A sense of awe takes over as your eye moves from surface to surface, eventually

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taking in the wooded view from large, open windows. “They really thought about every detail when building,” said Susan (Susie) Busing of Matthew J. Freda Real Estate, Inc in Callicoon, NY. “It takes my breath away every time I come in. The beautiful woodwork, the use of space, the amount of storage. The house feels large but it’s only 1,536 square feet.” The hallway off the kitchen leads you to the master bedroom with a full bath on the left and a half bath on the right, both

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modern with a charming, rustic touch. Coming back into the hall, a hand-carved wooden staircase leads you to the living area of the lower level with a full bath and bedroom to the left and an additional bedroom to the right. A foyer, or walk-in, with built-in benches and cabinets leads out to the patio area beneath the deck and the fire pit beyond. “The home is spray foam insulated with Pella windows to make the home as energy efficient as possible,” stated Busing. “Easy to heat as it has propane forced hot air heat, plus it stays quite cool in the summer. It does have central air conditioning as well.” And if you need to work from home? “Now you can be secluded but still have great access to cable, internet, and TV,” Busing added. If you’d like to view the house or inquire for more information you can email susie@fredarealty.com or call 845887-5640 and ask for Susie.

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