Good Morning,With all this COVID-19 Coronavirus activity I was wondering what the year over year activity is for our small historic New England town of Georgetown, MA is. Here are the numbers showing how Georgetown, MA is faring with Real Estate sales from 24 April 2020 to 24 April 2020. (all numbers from our MLS)  Number of Single-Family Listings on April 242019 - 18               2020 - 6Median Days on Market2019 - 21               2020 - 29Inventory2019 - 2.08 months     2020 - 0.63 monthsListing Activity from January 1 - April 242019 - 43               2020 - 38# SOLD from January 1 - April 242019 - 18               2020 - 19Median Sales PriceThe median sales price is up 5.78% to $439,000 If you are selling or buying or both please make sure you take all safety precautions for keepi... 04/24/2020

I was sitting here with thoughts of Spring and decided to take a look at the whole Georgetown, MA Real Estate Market. Mind you, Georgetown is a town of roughly 8700 with approximately 3000 households. Here's a March 7 look at the Georgetown, MA Real Estate Market: There are currently: 6 Single Family residences on the Active Market 3 Condominiums 1 Multi-Family 4 Tracts of Land 2 Commercial Rentals Meanwhile, there are 16 properties currently progressing to closing. And 13 more properties have SOLD/Closed in the last 3 months (typically slow months) Diagnosis: The Georgetown Real Estate Market is Alive and Well. AND the SPRING MARKET is starting. Are You Ready?   03/07/2020

I'll bet you've had this question dozens of times, especially when a buyer is receiving a mortgage through the FHA (Federal Housing Authority). I was brought up with the notion that you had to have a 20% down payment when purchasing a home. That and, 1 weeks pay = 1 months rent/mortgage. Those days are long gone especially for 1st-time buyers. Some lenders will allow lower down payment loans for conventional loans but will charge a higher interest rate. Either way, if you are a buyer make sure you understand what PMI is.Here is a good graphic and information put out by the folks at KCM  What Is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)?   When it comes to buying a home, whether it is your first time or your fifth, it is always important to know all the facts. With the large number of mortgage pr... 04/11/2018

Keller Williams Realty will be hosting pre-license real estate classes for those who wish to take the MAssachusetts real estate exam.40 hours or pre-license classes are required in MA to sit for the exam.         The classes will be held the weekends of October 21-22nd and 28-29th. This Boot Camp is for those that would like to complete the classes in a condensed amount of time. The classes will be held from 8am to 9pm each Saturday and Sunday.Keller Williams will be interviewing newly licensed agents for all of their North Shore locations. Click here to email for more information:  Become a Real Estate Agent  10/13/2017

I have no idea if this graphic is true or not BUT given the day...who really cares?...lolToday, Mother Nature has produced yet another April Fools Day snow storm. No one thinks it's funny! The snow is wet and very heavy to move. I think the only ones getting a pleasure from the storm are the snow plow drivers. So, instead of complaining, I'm headed out the door to attend the Georgetown Kiwanis 55th Annual Pancake Breakfast. The Kiwanis Club is a vital organization in our community. Their fundraising benefits the community in many ways. Today's breakfast 2 pancakes, 2 sausages, 2 over easy eggs, coffee and OJ $7. Even in the storm there was a big turnout proving the adage, if you feed them they will come...lol 04/01/2017

Can you believe it, School begins in a month or so? Which, means the Fall Real Estate market is coming up and sellers should prepare now. The markets have been good so far, although sales & inventory are beginning to fall. On the plus side median prices are up because the higher end homes are selling again. BUT, that's not the purpose of this blog post.  Many states, who charge a sales tax,  have sales tax holidays in August to encourage back to school retail sales. There are limitations though. You can't purchase a vehicle and escape the sale tax, for example. Each state has their list of exemptions. I've posted a list for the 2014 August sales tax holidays derived from the Federal Tax Administrators website [taxadmin.org] I did notice that Massachusetts was not included. Apparently th... 08/02/2014

My prayer for today is that ALL will enjoy this day JULY 4, 2014 INDEPENDENCE DAY. As our liberties are being attacked and eroded I have to remember the sacrifice of our Founding Fathers and all those who sacrificed through the ensuing years, and,  remember, that FREEDOM IS NOT FREE! It comes with a price that each of us is obligated to pay.    Because of those who left their homes and established a new nation where government was not intrusive we are duly charged with the same care. We are supposed to have a government of We the People, By the People, For the People. We ALL have the right to Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. STAND UP AND BE COUNTED Have a GREAT 4th of July!   07/03/2014

Georgetown has 26 homes for sale on the market currently. The median list price is $388,380. To see what the demographics of the town are or for statistics on the schools and community check out the Market Insider Report Below. You can also compare any two towns in the US.                                                       To find out what your Georgetown Home is worth-see here:   Your Georgetown Home Value   Georgetown Homes for Sale - Search Homes Here   Call or Text: 978-375-8094 Donna Quinlan Keller Williams Realty Topsfield & Newburyport, MA 978-992-4050   01/13/2013

Georgetown is a wonderful community North of Boston. It has a great downtown, and a home to suit everyones wants and needs.    Call  978-375-8094         To view these homes contact: Donna Quinlan 978-375-8094 Keller Williams Realty Newburyport/Topsfield MA 978-992-4050   12/04/2012

A Georgetown MA home buyer should receive a brochure, Home Inspectors Facts for Consumers Sheet, at the time of the signing of the first written contract to purchase. A standard home inspection in Massachusetts is a visual examination of the physical structure and major interior systems of a residential building consisting of one to four dwelling units. It should be understood that there are certain risks inherent in the purchase of property and a home inspection is inherently limited in its scope and depth. The information gained from home inspection conforming to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice may reduce some of those risks, but the home inspection is not intended to provide the client with protection from all of the risks involved. Visit the Georgetown MA Home... 03/31/2011

  Contemporary Colonial   $709,900       4100 sq ft home Comments: Exquisite 10 Room 3.5 Bath 4 Bedroom Contemporary Colonial. Open Concept with Overwhelming Extras. Stainless Steel Kitchen w/ Hardwood Floors and Gorgeous Cherry Cabinets that are Adorned w/ a Stunning Burgundy Stain. Separate Eat-In Area. Large Family Room w/Fireplace, Columns and 10 ft Ceiling. Dinning and Formal Living Room w/ Hardwood Floors,Columns andCrown Moldings.Master Bedroom w/ Large Sitting Area,Walk-in Closet for the King and Queen and Beautiful Master Bath. Two Bedrooms are connected to a Full Size Bath w/ Double Sinks and Tile Floor.Large Closets Space for all The Family's Clothes. 4th Bathroom Has Great Décor and Separate Bath Area. 1st Floor Library w/ Hardwood Floors and French Doors for Privacy. 14 zon... 03/30/2008

This report, downloaded from our regional MLS, shows the amount of properties for sale in the various price bands and the likely amount of time it will take for a property to sell if the rate of sales remains constant: Please mote - DOM means Days On MarketPrice RangeActive ListingsSold Listings2/19/2007 - 2/18/2008Months of Inventory# Listings% TotalDOM# Listings% TotalDOM$125,000 - $149,99900.00%010.50%2650.0$150,000 - $199,99900.00%010.50%270.0$200,000 - $249,99900.00%042.00%540.0$250,000 - $299,99975.07%101105.00%1198.4$300,000 - $349,99953.62%181126.00%685.0$350,000 - $399,999128.70%113178.50%918.5$400,000 - $449,9991410.14%213157.50%10611.2$450,000 - $499,9991813.04%1532914.50%1187.4$500,000 - $599,9991913.77%1624824.00%1264.8$600,000 - $699,9991510.87%1062914.50%1186.2$700,000 - ... 02/17/2008

 FOR MORE INFORMATION ON "PILLSBURY VILLAGE" IN GEORGETOWN EMAIL ME @ MBRENNAN@C21DAMICO.COM MLS # 70493873 - SoldSingle Family - Detached35 Pillsbury LaneList Price: $599,000Georgetown, MA 01833 Sale Price: $585,000 Essex CountyStyle: ColonialColor: GreyTotal Rooms: 9Bedrooms: 4Full/Half/Master Baths: 2/1/YesFireplaces: 2Grade School: Middle School: High School: Neighborhood/Sub-Division: The Village at Pillsbury Pond MLS # 70533724 - SoldSingle Family - Detached2 Ilene CircleList Price: $629,000Georgetown, MA 01833 Sale Price: $625,000 Essex CountyStyle: ColonialColor: TanTotal Rooms: 8Bedrooms: 4Full/Half/Master Baths: 2/1/YesFireplaces: 1Grade School: Middle School: High School: Neighborhood/Sub-Division: The village of pillsbury PondMLS # 70411128 - SoldSingle Family - Detached    ... 06/04/2007

 Sales within last 12 months for :Little Hills"Lot 15 6 Littles Hill LaneGeorgetown, MA   01833Single Family    MLS #: 70300377Status: SoldList Price: $838,000Sale Price: $838,000List Date: 12/1/2005Sale Date: 6/23/2006Area: Off Market Date: 12/26/2005Days on Market (Total): 26 Days on Market (Office): 26 Neighborhood/Sub-Division: Littles Hill Lot 17 2 Littles Hill LaneGeorgetown, MA   01833Single Family    MLS #: 70340702Status: SoldList Price: $899,900Sale Price: $879,000List Date: 3/3/2006Sale Date: 8/15/2006Area: Off Market Date: 5/19/2006Days on Market (Total): 104 Days on Market (Office): 104 Neighborhood/Sub-Division: Littles Hill  3 Hillside DriveGeorgetown, MA   01833Single Family    MLS #: 70523139Status: SoldList Price: $649,900Sale Price: $635,000List Date: 2/8/2007Sale Dat... 05/26/2007

Welcome to Littles Hill, a young open-space neighborhood consisting  45 custom built homes in Georgetown, Massachusetts. Littles Hill buyers can choose from a wide variety of different open concept floor plans and family-friendly designs, or buyers can bring their own plan and have approval by builder to build on a lot. The homes can be  customized to match the buyers needs and style. The spacious homes are set on treed lined lots of an one acre or more, and the entire neighborhood is surrounded by 72 acres of wooded conservation land. A soccer field, trail system, sidewalks and old-fashioned streetlamps complete the community.  Although set in the woods with a rural feel, the Little Hills Subdivision is walking distance from Town Hall and the Georgetown Shopping Center. Stores, schools... 05/26/2007

Nestled in the heart of Essex County, Georgetown, Massachusetts has a classic rural character featuring large tracts of open space and conservation lands to preserve it's natural beauty. Originally settled in the early 1600's by English immigrants out of Salem, MA, Georgetown became a vibrant farming community. Today you can still find local farms offering native sweet corn and fresh produce.  Located  30 miles North of Boston, Georgetown has easy access to I -95 and I 93 which gives commuters travel options to their place of employment. You can find a diverse selection of properties ranging from antique farmhouses, country estates, ranches, bungalows and  classic colonials as well as new condominiums.  For additional information about the Town of Georgetown, Massachusetts please click ... 05/08/2007

Georgetown and Groveland are residential suburbs popular with people working in Lawrence, Haverhill and Andover.The expansion of I-95 and Route 128 has increased commuting options for those working in Boston.Rural in flavor, new developments offer home choices which include spacious single family homes on large parcels of land, some with horse and large animal priviledges.Regards,Jay Burnham, VPColdwell Banker Residential BrokerageNorth Shore, Massachusetts      05/08/2007

Troops of Girl Scout gathered to perform in there "Brownie Bash" On April 9,2007 the parents, family and friends gathered at the Georgetown Middle High School for a wonderful night of entertainment. There were several skits from "I wish I were a Bar of Soap" , "Georgetown Idol" and dancing and singing. After the show all the troops gathered in the cafeteria to enjoy deserts and drinks. What a wonderful show, all the girls did a great job. Can't wait till next year..Here are some photos of the troops enjoying there night.                                                                                            05/01/2007

THE BEGINNING:Georgetown was incorporated in 1838 but its birth was 200 years before when a small group of Yorkshire families led by Rev. Ezekial Rogers set sail in 1638 from Rowley, England for Salem, Massachusetts on the ship "John". Mr. Rogers and his party of about 100 men, women and children, having arrived late in the year, remained in Salem for the winter living in common houses.                                                        In the spring of 1639, the group, now numbering over 200 individuals, purchased a tract of land between the villages of Newbury and Ipswich and named their plantation Rowley. This territory included the present day towns of Rowley, Georgetown, Groveland, Byfield and Boxford. Working together they erected shelters and prepared for the coming winter. T... 04/19/2007

Georgetown, Massachusetts plans to hold on to its rural feel over the next 15 years, according to a February 25, 2007 article in The Boston Globe about the community approximately 40 minutes north of Boston."First settled by Europeans in the 1600s, Georgetown had a variety of industries in succeeding centuries but is now primarily a bedroom community."Some 25 percent of the town is public land , including the 1,100-acre Georgetown-Rowley State Forest, with trails for walking, biking, and horseback riding, part of the Crane Pond Wildlife Management Area, and Pentucket Pond."Check out the latest home listings in Georgetown.Visit the official Georgetown, MA Web site.Georgetown Community ProfileGeorgetown Public Schools ProfileGeorgetown 2006 MCAS ScoresRead This Article About Georgetown, MA 03/13/2007