Welcome to the Maynard MA Real Estate Market Conditions report for December 2010.
There are currently 37 single-family homes on the market in Maynard up from 31 one year ago. The average time on the market is 152 days, up 42% from last year at this time. Some sellers have taken the increased inventory into account and have adjusted their list prices accordingly to position their properties more competitively in current market. There have been 10 price reductions on 9 properties during the past month; the average adjustment was -4.13%.
Of the 37 active listings, 6 have accepted offers and are being shown until contingencies are cleared. There are no single family homes with sales pending at this time.
Prices for single family homes in Maynard range from $175,000 to $649,900. The median list price is $299,900; the average is $321,183. Year-to-date, as of 12/20 there have been 92 closed sales in Maynard, ther were 91 for the same period in 2009. Median and average sale prices were up; the median for 2010 Y-T-D is 301,000; the average is $306,430. The 2009 median for the same period was $280,000; the average was $281,000.
As in September and October, there were fewer closed sales in Maynard during November 2010 than during November 2009 - 7 compared with 11. The median sale price was $322,900 and the average was $306,486.
For anyone looking for easy living, the number of condominiums/townhouses in Maynard has also increased from this time last year. There are 17 available of which 4 already have accepted offers waiting for contingencies to clear.
Prices range from $124,900 for apartment style condos to $320,000 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run start at $200,000 for a short-sale listing at Oak Ridge. Others start at $224,000 for a 3-level unit at Deer Hedge that can use updating. At the peak these townhouses were selling up to the $320s so they are an excellent value in the $200s.
Maynard offers more affordable housing options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow, and the town has lots of activities and amenities including an active downtown with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, a movie theatre, live arts, music, and theatre. Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, tennis, canoeing, and golf. There are lots parks, and an outdoor walking track.
Increased inventory and the lowest mortgage interest rates in decades make this a great time for anyone who would like to enjoy home ownership and all that Maynard has to offer. Visit http://www.marilynmessenger.com/ to search complete MLS listings with addresses and maps; news and information and market reports for Sudbury, Stow, Maynard, and Weston MA. Facebook users - "like" and search without leaving FB at www.facebook.com/livingwestofboston.
Data source: MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
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Monday, August 23, 2010
Maynard MA Housing Report - Single Family Homes for Sale Double
Welcome to the Maynard MA Real Estate Market Conditions report for August 2010.
There are currently 46 single-family homes on the market in Maynard; twice as many as there were a year ago. However, even with the substantial increase in inventory, list the median and average list prices are only 2,000 less than last year. Sellers may want to reconsider their pricing strategies to account for the increased inventory; buyers have lots of choices these days. Of the 46 active listings, 5 have accepted offers and are being show only for backup purposes. There are also 8 single family homes with sales pending.
Prices for single family homes in Maynard range from $119,900 to $535,000. The median list price is $317,750; the average is $342,136. Average time on the market is currently 85 days, down from 108 last year at this time.
Year-to-date there have been 66 closed sales in Maynard, up from 54 for the same period in 2009. Sale prices were also up – this year’s median is $297,500 compared with $280,000 and the average was $311,397 up from $290,000 last year. July sales were weaker – there were 10 compared with 12 during July 2009 and both median and average sale prices were less than last year. July 2010’s median sale price was $242,700, the average was $276,400. The median for July 2009 was $272,000; the average was $293,090.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 20 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $139,000 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run start at $200,000 for a short sale.
Maynard offers more affordable housing options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow, and the town has lots of activities and amenities including an active downtown with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, a movie theatre, live arts, music, and theatre. Increased inventory and the lowest mortgage interest rates in decades make this a great time for anyone who would like to enjoy home ownership and all that Maynard has to offer.
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There are currently 46 single-family homes on the market in Maynard; twice as many as there were a year ago. However, even with the substantial increase in inventory, list the median and average list prices are only 2,000 less than last year. Sellers may want to reconsider their pricing strategies to account for the increased inventory; buyers have lots of choices these days. Of the 46 active listings, 5 have accepted offers and are being show only for backup purposes. There are also 8 single family homes with sales pending.
Prices for single family homes in Maynard range from $119,900 to $535,000. The median list price is $317,750; the average is $342,136. Average time on the market is currently 85 days, down from 108 last year at this time.
Year-to-date there have been 66 closed sales in Maynard, up from 54 for the same period in 2009. Sale prices were also up – this year’s median is $297,500 compared with $280,000 and the average was $311,397 up from $290,000 last year. July sales were weaker – there were 10 compared with 12 during July 2009 and both median and average sale prices were less than last year. July 2010’s median sale price was $242,700, the average was $276,400. The median for July 2009 was $272,000; the average was $293,090.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 20 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $139,000 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run start at $200,000 for a short sale.
Maynard offers more affordable housing options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow, and the town has lots of activities and amenities including an active downtown with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, a movie theatre, live arts, music, and theatre. Increased inventory and the lowest mortgage interest rates in decades make this a great time for anyone who would like to enjoy home ownership and all that Maynard has to offer.
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*Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
Monday, June 28, 2010
Maynard MA Housing Report - Sales and Prices Up!
Welcome to the Maynard MA Real Estate Market Conditions report for June 2010.
There are currently 49 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 30 at this time last year; 3 of the properties already have accepted offers and are waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 12 homes with sales pending.
The median list price for a single family home in Maynard is $329,500 up from last year at this time when it was $288,400; the average list price is also higher - $346,575, last year it was $327,730. The average list price for the homes with offers accepted is also $346,575; the average list price for sales pending is $334,083.
The average time on the market for current listings is 72 days compared with 135 days on 6/20/2009.
Closed single family home sales in Maynard during May 2010 were up from May 2009; 11 compared with 5. Median and average sale prices were also up by approximately 20K. The median sale price was $300,000; the average was $284,615. Year-to-date there have been 48 single family homes sold in Maynard, up substantially for the same period in 2009; and sale prices for the year are also up.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 18 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $99,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run start at $234,000.
Maynard offers more affordable housing options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow, and the town has lots of activities and amenities including an active downtown with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, Fine Arts movie theatre, live arts, music, and theatre. Check TV Diner's out recent restaurant reviews in Maynard.
To find out what homes are available in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit www.marilynmessenger.com your on-line source for planning your move - MLS listings with addresses and maps, news and information. Or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
*Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
There are currently 49 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 30 at this time last year; 3 of the properties already have accepted offers and are waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 12 homes with sales pending.
The median list price for a single family home in Maynard is $329,500 up from last year at this time when it was $288,400; the average list price is also higher - $346,575, last year it was $327,730. The average list price for the homes with offers accepted is also $346,575; the average list price for sales pending is $334,083.
The average time on the market for current listings is 72 days compared with 135 days on 6/20/2009.
Closed single family home sales in Maynard during May 2010 were up from May 2009; 11 compared with 5. Median and average sale prices were also up by approximately 20K. The median sale price was $300,000; the average was $284,615. Year-to-date there have been 48 single family homes sold in Maynard, up substantially for the same period in 2009; and sale prices for the year are also up.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 18 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $99,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run start at $234,000.
Maynard offers more affordable housing options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow, and the town has lots of activities and amenities including an active downtown with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, Fine Arts movie theatre, live arts, music, and theatre. Check TV Diner's out recent restaurant reviews in Maynard.
To find out what homes are available in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit www.marilynmessenger.com your on-line source for planning your move - MLS listings with addresses and maps, news and information. Or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
*Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
Friday, June 25, 2010
Best Townhouse Rental - Deer Hedge Run, Maynard near Acton, Concord, Sudbury
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Great location for commuting to Waltham, Cambridge or 495. Three finished levels plus a full basement at Deer Hedge Run, Maynard's best townhouse location near Acton, Concord, Sudbury. Maple kitchen with white appliances, open great room/living-dining combination, upper and lower decks. 2 large bedrooms; central air, lots of closests; finished 3rd level for office, playroom or private getaway. 2 parking spaces included.
37+ acre site with mature landscaping, heated pool, clubhouse, tennis, fitness room. No pets. No smokers. Move right in!
Maynard has lots to do - restaurants, movies, arts, recently built library, outdoor concerts, home made ice cream at Erickson's, seasonal farmers market, and more. If you haven't been to Maynard, come see what you're missing!
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Great location for commuting to Waltham, Cambridge or 495. Three finished levels plus a full basement at Deer Hedge Run, Maynard's best townhouse location near Acton, Concord, Sudbury. Maple kitchen with white appliances, open great room/living-dining combination, upper and lower decks. 2 large bedrooms; central air, lots of closests; finished 3rd level for office, playroom or private getaway. 2 parking spaces included.
37+ acre site with mature landscaping, heated pool, clubhouse, tennis, fitness room. No pets. No smokers. Move right in!
Maynard has lots to do - restaurants, movies, arts, recently built library, outdoor concerts, home made ice cream at Erickson's, seasonal farmers market, and more. If you haven't been to Maynard, come see what you're missing!
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Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Maynard Real Estate/Housing Report - April Sales & Prices Up!
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Welcome to the Maynard MA Real Estate Market Conditions report for May 2010.
There are currently 43 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 34 at this time last year; 7 of the 43 listings already have accepted offers waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 16 homes with sales pending.
The median list price for a single family home in Maynard is $299,000, just about the same as last year at this time; the average list price is $315,146, approximately $3,000 less than last year. The average list price for the homes with offers accepted is $335,000; the average list price for sales pending is $308,655.
The average time on the market for current listings is 100 days compared with 122 days on 5/12/2009.
Closed single family home sales in April 2010 were up from April 2009; 11 compared with 7. Median and average sale prices were also up. The median sale price was $364,900; the average was $350,221. The median sale price during April 2009 was $276,500; the average was $265,914.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 19 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 25. Prices range from $99,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run range from $245,000 to $279,900.
Year to date as of 5/11, both the number of single-family homes sold and sale prices were up over the same period in 2009. The median sale price was $295,000 and the average was $317,126; the 2009 median was $275,000 and the average was $266,674.
Maynard offers more affordable housing options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow, and the town has lots of activities and amenities including an active downtown with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, a movie theatre, live arts, music, and theatre.
Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
Complete MLS Home Listings
Welcome to the Maynard MA Real Estate Market Conditions report for May 2010.
There are currently 43 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 34 at this time last year; 7 of the 43 listings already have accepted offers waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 16 homes with sales pending.
The median list price for a single family home in Maynard is $299,000, just about the same as last year at this time; the average list price is $315,146, approximately $3,000 less than last year. The average list price for the homes with offers accepted is $335,000; the average list price for sales pending is $308,655.
The average time on the market for current listings is 100 days compared with 122 days on 5/12/2009.
Closed single family home sales in April 2010 were up from April 2009; 11 compared with 7. Median and average sale prices were also up. The median sale price was $364,900; the average was $350,221. The median sale price during April 2009 was $276,500; the average was $265,914.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 19 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 25. Prices range from $99,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run range from $245,000 to $279,900.
Year to date as of 5/11, both the number of single-family homes sold and sale prices were up over the same period in 2009. The median sale price was $295,000 and the average was $317,126; the 2009 median was $275,000 and the average was $266,674.
Maynard offers more affordable housing options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow, and the town has lots of activities and amenities including an active downtown with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, a movie theatre, live arts, music, and theatre.
Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
Friday, May 7, 2010
Maynard MA - Engergy Fair Saturday 5/4
Maynard CAN (Climate Action Network) will be holding an energy fair tomorrow, Sat. May 8, at the Fowler school between 12 and 4 pm. The program will feature over 30 exhibitors, food, live music, and activities in tracks “food” and “buildings and energy”. Kate Hogan and Jamie Eldridge are on the schedule as “invited” to speak.
This should be interesting and informative. See the event web page here for more details: http://www.maynardcan.org/Fair10.html
This should be interesting and informative. See the event web page here for more details: http://www.maynardcan.org/Fair10.html
Monday, April 12, 2010
Maynard MA Real Estate/Housing Market - March Sales Up! Days on Market Down!
Welcome to the Maynard MA Real Estate Market Conditions report.
There are currently 48 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 37 at this time last year; 5 of the 48 listings already have accepted offers waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 17 homes with sales pending.
The median list price for a single family home in Maynard is $289,950 and the average list price is $315,345; both down a bit from last year when the median list price was $299,900 and the average was $325,705. The average list price for the homes with offers accepted is $347,720; the average list price for sales pending is $326,571. Note – accepted offers generally reflect more recent activity than pending sales.
The average time on the market for current listings is 77 days; almost half of the time last year at this time when the average time on market was 150 days.
Closed single family home sales in March 2010 were up 375% from March 2009; 15 compared with 4. The median sale price was $286,000 and the average sale price was $315,125.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 26 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $99,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run range from $239,900 to $289,900.
Maynard offers more affordable options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow. The extended home buyer tax credit, which now also includes $6,500 for many existing home owners who would like to move up, move down or move sideways to easier living or another location, should help more buyers and sellers take advantage of all that the town of Maynard has to offer. The purchase contract deadline is April 30; the deadline for closing is June 30, so not a lot of time left to take advantage.
To find out what homes are available in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit http://http//www.marilynmessenger.com your on-line source for real estate listings, news and information or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
There are currently 48 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 37 at this time last year; 5 of the 48 listings already have accepted offers waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 17 homes with sales pending.
The median list price for a single family home in Maynard is $289,950 and the average list price is $315,345; both down a bit from last year when the median list price was $299,900 and the average was $325,705. The average list price for the homes with offers accepted is $347,720; the average list price for sales pending is $326,571. Note – accepted offers generally reflect more recent activity than pending sales.
The average time on the market for current listings is 77 days; almost half of the time last year at this time when the average time on market was 150 days.
Closed single family home sales in March 2010 were up 375% from March 2009; 15 compared with 4. The median sale price was $286,000 and the average sale price was $315,125.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 26 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $99,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run range from $239,900 to $289,900.
Maynard offers more affordable options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow. The extended home buyer tax credit, which now also includes $6,500 for many existing home owners who would like to move up, move down or move sideways to easier living or another location, should help more buyers and sellers take advantage of all that the town of Maynard has to offer. The purchase contract deadline is April 30; the deadline for closing is June 30, so not a lot of time left to take advantage.
To find out what homes are available in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit http://http//www.marilynmessenger.com your on-line source for real estate listings, news and information or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Maynard Real Estate - Houses Selling Faster!
Welcome to the Maynard MA Market Conditions report.
There are currently 38 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 27 at this time last year. However, 9 of the 38 properties already have accepted offers waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 9 homes with sales pending.
The median list price is $286,400, down slightly from last year; the average list price is $312,190, up a bit from last year. Average time on the market is down significantly from last year - 96 days compared to 195 days.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 16 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $159,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run range from $239,900 to $289,900.
Maynard offers more affordable options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow. The extended home buyer tax credit, which now also includes $6,500 for many existing home owners who would like to move up, move down or move sideways to easier living or another location, should help more buyers and sellers take advantage of all that the town of Maynard has to offer.
To find out what homes are available in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit http://www.marilynmessenger.com%20your/ on-line source for real estate listings, news and information or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
*Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
There are currently 38 single-family homes on the market in Maynard compared with 27 at this time last year. However, 9 of the 38 properties already have accepted offers waiting for contingencies to clear. There are also 9 homes with sales pending.
The median list price is $286,400, down slightly from last year; the average list price is $312,190, up a bit from last year. Average time on the market is down significantly from last year - 96 days compared to 195 days.
For anyone looking for easy living, there are there are 16 condominiums/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 23. Prices range from $159,900 for apartment style condos to $339,900 for new townhouses. Prices at the established townhouse developments of Apple Ridge, Oak Ridge, and Deer Hedge Run range from $239,900 to $289,900.
Maynard offers more affordable options for buyers than the surrounding towns of Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow. The extended home buyer tax credit, which now also includes $6,500 for many existing home owners who would like to move up, move down or move sideways to easier living or another location, should help more buyers and sellers take advantage of all that the town of Maynard has to offer.
To find out what homes are available in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit http://www.marilynmessenger.com%20your/ on-line source for real estate listings, news and information or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
*Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Just Sold! Deer Hedge Run Townnhouse Maynard MA
The happy sellers are ready to take advantage of the home buyer tax credit which now includes up to $6,500 to puchase a single-family in Sudbury. What a great opportunity for buyers and sellers in this spring market; deadlines and restrictions apply - click here for information.
Deer Hedge Run is a townhouse development consisting of 155 townhouse units, a clubhouse for entertaining, a fitness room, heated outdoor pool, and a community tennis court; all beautifully sited on 37+ acres of private land near Acton, Concord, and Sudbury. Perfect place for anyone looking for easy living.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Homes Sales data from Lawrence Yun
Here from what the National Association of Realtors chief economist says about the real estate market
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Maynard Real Estate - 2009 Sales Up!
Welcome to the Maynard MA Market Conditions report.
First a recap of 2009: sales of single-family homes in Maynard during 2009 were up 23.6% over 2008 sales – 94 compared to 76. The median sale price was $280,000 – down by 10% from 2008. Lower prices made for faster sales – the average time on the market was 105 days; 27% fewer days than in 2008.
There were only four closed sales for single-family during December 2009 in Maynard MA; down from six during December 2008; while both median and average sale prices were up – the median sale price during December 2009 was $391,450; the average was $367,725 and the average time on the market was only 80 days.
Currently, there are fewer single-family homes on the market in Maynard than last year at this time; only 2, 2 of which already have accepted offers and are being shown for backup offers. Last year there were 31 single family homes available in Maynard.
List prices range from $111,000 to $519,900. The median list price is less than last year - $284,900 vs. $299,900; the average price is higher - $322,515 compared with $304,048.
Condominium sales were also up in Maynard during 2009; 31 sold compared with 22 in 2008; the median sale price was $229,000 – down 18.7%; and the average time on the market was 165 days up from 151 days. Townhouse sales at Deer Hedge Run, Apple Ridge, and Oak Ridge more than doubled; 18 units sold in 2009 compared with only 8 in 2008. The median sale price was $226,000; down 11% from the previous year.
Currently, there are 17 condos/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 26.
Maynard remains a more affordable option for buyers than the surrounding towns – Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow. The extended home buyer tax credit, which now also includes $6,500 for many existing home owners who would like to move up, move down or move sideways to easier living or another location, should help more buyers and sellers take advantage of all that the town of Maynard has to offer.
Search for houses in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit http://http//www.marilynmessenger.com your on-line source for real estate listings, news and information or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
*Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
First a recap of 2009: sales of single-family homes in Maynard during 2009 were up 23.6% over 2008 sales – 94 compared to 76. The median sale price was $280,000 – down by 10% from 2008. Lower prices made for faster sales – the average time on the market was 105 days; 27% fewer days than in 2008.
There were only four closed sales for single-family during December 2009 in Maynard MA; down from six during December 2008; while both median and average sale prices were up – the median sale price during December 2009 was $391,450; the average was $367,725 and the average time on the market was only 80 days.
Currently, there are fewer single-family homes on the market in Maynard than last year at this time; only 2, 2 of which already have accepted offers and are being shown for backup offers. Last year there were 31 single family homes available in Maynard.
List prices range from $111,000 to $519,900. The median list price is less than last year - $284,900 vs. $299,900; the average price is higher - $322,515 compared with $304,048.
Condominium sales were also up in Maynard during 2009; 31 sold compared with 22 in 2008; the median sale price was $229,000 – down 18.7%; and the average time on the market was 165 days up from 151 days. Townhouse sales at Deer Hedge Run, Apple Ridge, and Oak Ridge more than doubled; 18 units sold in 2009 compared with only 8 in 2008. The median sale price was $226,000; down 11% from the previous year.
Currently, there are 17 condos/townhouses available in Maynard; last year at this time there were 26.
Maynard remains a more affordable option for buyers than the surrounding towns – Sudbury, Acton, Concord, and Stow. The extended home buyer tax credit, which now also includes $6,500 for many existing home owners who would like to move up, move down or move sideways to easier living or another location, should help more buyers and sellers take advantage of all that the town of Maynard has to offer.
Search for houses in Maynard and the nearby towns west of Boston, visit http://http//www.marilynmessenger.com your on-line source for real estate listings, news and information or call Marilyn Messenger at 508-596-3501 for personal real estate services.
*Data Source - MLSPIN (Multiple Listing Service Property Information Network.)
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Your Vote is Important!
The purpose of the meeting was to vote on building a new high school for Maynard - a major issue for the town. Because the decision makers at the State level still hasn't decided which plan it will approve for funding, participants were asked to vote only to adjorn the meeting and hold another on February 9 at which time we town officials will present an actual plan and we will vote.
The town meeting form of government is in jepardy. Many towns in Massachusetts, including Maynard, have lowered their quorum minimum in order to conduct business; some towns are working to eliminate town meeting all together due to lack of participation. Wouldn't it be great if people came out to participate and vote on all the issues and not just the ones that effect them directly? What about elections in general - fewer and fewer people come out to vote...
The system isn't perfect but it's the best we have and it's up to us to make it work. I encourage everyone to attend their town meetings; and by all means, vote in the upcoming Massachusetts senate election on January 19. Decisions are made by those who show up - show up and be counted! And if you live in Maynard, don't forget town meeting on February 9th.
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