Ridge Hill, Bradley Estate, Needham, MA Credit Greg Abazorius   Have you ever wanted a place to go and get away from the noise of life without driving a long distance?   Well we have it here in Needham and that is Ridge Hill, named that because there is a glacier there.  This part of Needham was once where the wealthy of Boston came to summer.  The beautiful piece of land is home to many animals, plants, grasses and it is so beautiful.  There are many trails within the large parcel of land too.  Link to trails at Ridge Hill: http://www.needhamma.gov/DocumentView.aspx?DID=2350 Often I go there to set and think, meditate, plan and just get away from the noise of life.  I am only 3 miles east of that sweet spot.  We are so fortunate of have this lovely land to share as ... 02/12/2012

Needham MA Open Houses 1/29/2012 It is an amazing day weatherwise.  It is hard to believe that this is January 29th and believe me I am not complaining.  It is a great day to visit these open houses. Of the 107 listed homes on the market there are 42 open houses.  I have listed them below.  The price range of on market single family homes is $439,000 to $18,000,000.  There are great homes in every price rang 42 Listings   Single Family Listings   MLS # Status Address Town Description DOM   Date/Time List Price   71315327 ACT 76 Ardmore Rd Needham, MA 11 room, 5 bed, 5f 1h bath Shingle 60 Jan 29 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM $1,499,000   71324315 ACT 88 Old Farm Rd Needham, MA 12 room, 6 bed, 4f 1h bath Colonial 134 Jan 29 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM $1,479,000   71324328 ACT 118 Old Farm Rd Needham, MA 1... 01/29/2012

Area Market Report for 1 Month In Needham MA 1/25/2012 On Market Price Range              # of Listings  Avg. DOM $350,000 - $399,999        1            16 $400,000 - $449,999        1            77 $450,000 - $499,999        10          135 $500,000 - $599,999        11          99 $600,000 - $699,999        7            208 $700,000 - $799,999        7            83 $800,000 - $899,999        4            158 $900,000 - $999,999        7            104 $1,000,000 - $1,499,99942          162 $1,500,000 - $1,999,9997            236 $2,000,000 - $2,499,9993            316 $2,500,000 - $2,999,9993            141 $3,000,000 - $3,999,9992            241 $4,000,000 - $4,999,9990            0 $5,000,000 - $9,999,9990            0 $10,000,000-99,999,999 1            67 Total Properties106   ... 01/25/2012

  No matter if you are a fan or not you've got to say it was a great game.  The Ravens were stunned those last few minutes. Love the score 23 to 20. Nice.  How sweet it is.  It was a nail biter. Steven Tyler is a native after all.  He is the owner of the Needham restaurant Blue on Highland and it is fabulous.  Just a mention of Needham of course. Heading for Indy.  Congratulations AFC Champs.  You deserve it.  What a night.  What a great night! Go Patriots!  All the way and on their way! Yay Super Bowl XLVI   01/22/2012

Needham MA Office Park Eventually Will Bring Millions in Tax Revenue Towns look to commercial office parks for tax relief.  Needham is one of those towns.  A Boston Globe article excerpt below describes how the 2.5 million square feet in new office could bring millions in tax revenue.  The good news about Needham is the lower tax rate we have in comparison to other towns. Needham's commercial office park will once again bring home tax relief without the overhead. Needham   "Town Meeting  voters approved changes in the zoning rules to encourage development in the property, off the highway’s Exit 19A. The changes will allow for taller buildings and as much as 2.5 million square feet in new office space, growth that could eventually bring in millions in tax revenue for Needham each year, B... 01/22/2012

               NEEDHAM, MA OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY JANUARY 22 Sunday once again in Needham there is a great selection of homes that have Open Houses.  The prices range from $449,000 to $2,225,000. There are just 100 homes on the market with an average list price of $1,336,012, which includes the highest property of $18,000,000.  There are also included in this list some new condos/townhouses. Weather should be nicer than today so that will make the drive a whole lot better.   SINGLE FAMILY HOMES    MLS #              Address      Description                          DOM             Date/Time               List Price    71316512 48 Taylor St          10RM, 3BR,3.5BA Ranch   49    1/22 11AM to 2 PM                     $729,000     71324315 88 Old Farm Rd    12RM, 6BR, 4.5BA Col.   126    1/22 ... 01/21/2012

So  the weather has felt like spring was coming until now but the artic air is coming in.  In spite of the cold we have 34 open houses starting at 11:00 with the last one starting at 2:30 on January 15 and there is a great selection of homes to choose from.  The football game will be behind us and the winner team decide.  Choose the home that is a winner for you and your family.  With historical interest rates and homes more affordable than ever what better time could there be. Those homes that are not on open house tour would be available by appointment of course. 34 Listings    Single Family Listings   MLS # Status  Address Town Description DOM    Date/Time List Price                        71324315 ACT 88 Old Farm Rd Needham, MA 12 room, 6 bed, 4f 1h bath Colonial 119 Jan 15 11:00 AM... 01/14/2012

We can all agree the year 2011 was an interesting year for real estate and Needham was interesting too.                                      One thing most people do not know is what firms have the market share in the sides soldand the % of $ volume.Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - all office Market Share for 2011 in Needham is 113 units and in dollar volume it represents a total of $90,613,980  which is the #1 spot in the town of Needham for home sales.The total home sales in Needham in volume was 281 units.   01/13/2012

Needham, MA Norfolk County RE  Market Report for 2011 There were 280 homes that closed in calendar year 2011. There were 306 homes sold in calendar year 2010. Units sold in 2011 was a decreased by 8.5% 26 homes over 2010 but the there was a slight increase in the asking price by 1.0088%. and 1.02% increase in sales price. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for the year 2011 was $847,445  The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for the year 2010 was $840,063 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for the year 2011 was $819,163 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for year 2010 was $805,643  The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Needham for your 2011 was 100 days. The Average Market tim... 01/03/2012

  NEW YEAR'S NEEDHAM 2012 IS tomorrow 12/31!   This year's events are taking place at the newly renovated Powers Hall in the Town Hall building. This will include nationally known comedian Jim Colliton who will focus on the crazy details of life in the suburbs, Melodius Funk jazz band and Charles River Ballet! Also new this year is the New Year's Dance Party with 7-piece band HIPSOCKET at the Needham VFW from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.   Go to http://www.needarts.org Schedule Google Map Trolley  December Discounts      NEW YEAR'S NEEDHAM 2011 The Needham Cultural Council’s fifth annual New Year’s Needham celebration will be held all day on Saturday, Dec. 31 at various locations. Be sure to get your New Year’s button for $5 so you can join the festivities. Buttons are available at many places ... 12/30/2011

Needham, MA Norfolk County, Real Estate Market Report 11/30/2011 There were 9 homes that closed in November of 2011. There were 18 homes sold in November 2010. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for November 2011 was $885,656  The Average list price for the homes that closed in Needham for November of 2010 was $877,550 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for November of 2011 was $861,500 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Needham for November of 2010 was $833,389  The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Needham in November of 2011 was 145 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Needham in November of 2010 was 80days. There are 119 single family homes on the market as of this moment. The ave... 12/22/2011

  2-Family For Sale In Needham, MA $379,000     This rare to find 2-Family in Needham at this price for sure would be great builder, investor, or buyer.  This is a great opportunity to own in Needham.  If you are looking for an investment this is the one.  The price is right at $379,000.   There is a new roof, replacement windows, 2 gas heaters and gas hot water tanks, hardwood floors, circuit breakers and there are individual meters.   This 2-Family has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths with a total of 8 rooms on 3 floors. Unit 1 offers 3 levels of living.   It is located in a great commuter location near Bus 59 for Junction Station commuter rain, close to main highways, and near to the elementary school.   A good size lot and the property has potential to add on.  It can be shown by appointmen... 12/21/2011

COM LAX COMES TO NEEDHAM, MA   I am not a mall shopper.  I love to shop in Needham, MA.  Shopping Needham is what I want to do.  There are some great shops and now a new one that my son told me about today.  It is Com LAX and it is located right across from Bertucci’s Restaurant and next to Needham Nails in that little strip mall.  So glad!  I suspect that not too many people know about the store.  Of course, I want to get the word out and the young men who helped me were terrific.  http://www.comlax.com/ I have been searching for a lacrosse head online and could not find it.  At Com Lax they found it for me in 2 seconds flat.  I am already in love with that store.  What a great addition to Needham.  This saved me hours of either online shopping or driving from store to store.  It was g... 12/17/2011

Pristine Colonial For Sale 620 Central Avenue, Needham, MA Price Change $849,900                     This pristine colonial beautifully sited with great curb appeal is nestled in one of Needham’s newer neighborhoods on a fenced level lot.  This home is packed with so many features and benefits along with it being young built in 1999.  This is a very spacious home with a total living space of 3200 square feet.  Along with 2-zone central air there are ceiling fans in the kitchen, master bedroom, and the other 3 bedrooms.  There is lots of gleaming hardwood in the first level.  The heating system is Hydro Air by oil. This home has so much in this price range it is astounding.  It is in mint condition.  You can just move right in.  Please link to more and a video too. The first level includ... 12/17/2011

picture from Hometown Weekly New Year's Eve past NEW YEAR'S NEEDHAM 2012 IS COMING! This year we have events taking place at the newly renovated Powers Hall in the Town Hall building. This will include nationally known comedian Jim Colliton who will focus on the crazy details of life in the suburbs,Melodius Funk jazz band and Charles River Ballet! Also new this year is the New Year's Dance Party with 7-piece band HIPSOCKET at the Needham VFW from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Schedule Google Map Trolley Map December Discounts Buttons ($5.00) on sale December 5th at the following locations: Selectmen's Office Town Hall Park and Rec Office Public Services Administration Building Senior Center Needham Library Perennial Design Taylor's Stationery Sudbury Farms, Needham Join the Celebration by Volun... 12/09/2011

Needham, MA Open Houses 11/27/2011 A good assortment of open houses in Needham, MA today arranged by time of open house.  There are 124 homes on the market but given the time of year the open house list is small.  Prices from $480,000 to $2,395,000. With the amazing weather we are having I am sure there will be a great turn out.   Single Family Listings   MLS # Status  Address Town Description DOM    Date/Time List Price 71253787 ACT 185 Charles River St Needham, MA  11 room, 4 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonialx30  155 Nov 27 11:30 AM to 1:00  $854,800   71284824 ACT 294 Central Ave Needham, MA  8 room, 4 bed, 2f 1h bath Colonialx13  72 Nov 27 12:00 PM to 1:30  $865,000   71313785 ACT 19 Stratford Road Needham, MA  8 room, 4 bed, 2f 1h bath Raised Ranchx6  5 Nov 27 12:00 PM to 1:00  $829,000   ... 11/27/2011

Having trouble viewing this email? Click here 117 Chapel StreetNeedham Center, MA 02492781-449-7227www.pdesignsonline.com Please Join Us! Save the Date! Annual Holiday Open House November 30, 2011 Sip, Shop & Sparkle December 8, 2011 Santa has his elves,but you have Perennial Designs! We're here all season long to make it easy for you to enjoy all your celebrations and events. TODAY,November 26, 2011 isSMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY! Stop by Perennial Designs and all your favorite independent retail stores today for special promotions throughout the day! You're Invited! Annual Holiday Open House Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6 - 8 PM Please join us and meet featured guests, Judy Gelman and Peter Zheutlin, authors of the newly released book, The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbookwho will sign copies o... 11/26/2011

                                                            Needham, MA Norfolk County, Real Estate Market Snapshot 11/26/11                                                                      Real Estate gets  quiet during the holidays and it is winding down for the year 2011 which is hard to believe that this year is nearly gone. There isn't really a BLACK FRIDAY for real estate but it is a great time to negotiate the sale of a property.  I have to say the last place I would want to be is out shopping on Black Friday from the news of injuries and crazy goings on.  i prefer to shop online on CyberMonday.  If you are shopping for real estate you can start with cyberspace but you really have to venture out to see the home and it's location.  If you are up for a real estate shopping spre... 11/26/2011

A home inspector working in Needham MA is required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.Visit the Needham MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Needham MA and the Massachusetts Home Insp... 11/19/2011

  Enchanted Village at Jordan's Furniture Avon, MA                                                                                   The Spirit of Boston’s Holidays Throughout the 1960s and into the 1970s, Jordan Marsh displayed the Enchanted Village in its Downtown Crossing store. The heart-warming display quickly became an integral part of New England’s seasonal celebrations. Until 1972, when Jordan Marsh closed the display, a trip to The Village was a traditional event. A Tradition in JeopardyThe Enchanted Village remained closed from 1972 until its rebirth in 1990. Then, in 1998, when Macy’s purchased Jordan Marsh, the Village was sold to the City of Boston for a City Hall Plaza display. In 2003, a lack of funding forced the Village to move to the Hynes Convention Center. By 2006, B... 11/12/2011