Market Report for Morehead City, NC 28557 October, 2011 When Comparing closed listings in Morehead City from October 2010 vs. October 2011, number of sales are down 34%.  The number of Pending Sales has remained the same, year over year comparison. There are currently 314 listings available in Morehead City, that number has increased 1 % year to date.       The average sales price year to date is $230,063 (down 10.51% from 2010), and the average List Price in 2011 (year to date) is $323,404 (down 7.38% from 2010).     With the number of properties available, lower asking prices,low interest rates.... It's a great time to be a buyer in Morehead City, North Carolina. 11/29/2011

Coins of Care at Morehead City Primary School  With the holiday season here, now is a wonderful time to teach our children just how wonderful giving to others can be.  At Morehead City Primary School, kids will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children whose family may be struggling a little economically.   To help out the students who are in need this season, Morehead City Primary School will host "Coins of Care" for the fourth year.  The program runs through December 9th, and students are encouraged to bring in coins (bills are excepted too), and at the end of the program, the contributions will be tallied and used to purchase gifts for families who are struggling! Each Teacher, at Morehead City Primary School will have a collection can in their classrooms, an... 11/28/2011

Dick's Sporting Goods.... Coming Soon to Carteret County!   That's Right, Dick's Sporting Goods will be opening soon in Morehead City!  I wish I could give you a date, but soon, very soon, we will be able to shop for all our camping gear, soccer gear, baseball, football, water sports, running apparel, shoes, bikes and much, much more.... All in one place. From what I understand, Dick's will also bring close to 300 jobs to our area.... BIG BONUS! When I find out about the grand opening, I'll let you know.  If you would like to SnagAJob at Dick's Sporting Goods, give them a call for details at (252) 222-3244 or visit www.snagajob.com.  The new Dick's Sporting Goods is located in the Crystal Coast Plaza at 5130 Highway 70 West in Morehead City, NC 28557.     10/19/2011

Eat More Chicken and Help Raise Money for Morehead City Primary School     Head over to Chick-fil-A on the 2nd Thursday of every month for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner (or all of the above)!  When you place your order, tell the cashier at the register or in the drive-thru that you are there for "Spirit Day" for Morehead City Primary School.  A percentage of each transaction will go directly to the School.  I met my sister there for Breakfast yesterday, and had a great time.  They have an awesome Chicken Biscuit (and you know how I love biscuits) and some of the best sweet tea in the South!  As Todd topped off my tea before we left, I had to snap a pic of him (it was his idea to stand with the cow).  Todd and the rest of the staff are always friendly and very pleased that we are there to s... 10/14/2011

Market Report for Morehead City, NC 28557 September, 2011 When Comparing closed listings in Morehead City from September 2010 vs. September 2011, number of sales are exactly the same.  The number of Pending Sales have increased a bit at 14.8% year over year comparison. There are currently 325 listings available in Morehead City, that number has dropped slightly,  1.8% year to date, but still leaves us with an 18 month supply.       The average sales price year to date is $191,116 (down 19.57% from 2010), and the average List Price in 2011 (year to date) is $360,445 (down 1.46% from 2010).   With the number of properties available, lower asking prices,low interest rates.... It's a great time to be a buyer in Morehead City. 10/14/2011

The Friendly Market Morehead City, NC 28557 What could be better than a trip to the Friendly Market in the Fall?  My family and I always love heading to the market, but especially in the fall.  Today, we picked up five Large Mums, five smaller mums, one Giant Hanging Holly plant and the perfect pumpkin... All for just $59.00.  As a bonus, we received instruction on how to care for our new Holly Plant too (if you know me and plants, I can use all the instruction I can get)! We had a great time, tooks lots of photos, and saw lots of friendly faces.  I always thought they called it The Friendly Market because it is located on the corner of Friendly Road & Bridges Street.... Hmmmmmm? For all your fall harvest and Halloween needs, head on over to the Friendly Market in Morehead City.   "The ... 10/09/2011

August, 2011 Market Report for Morehead City, NC 28557 When Comparing closed listings in Morehead City from August 2010 vs. August 2011, number of sales are up 40%.  The number of Pending Sales have decreased 23.8% year over year comparison. There are currently 341 listings available in Morehead City, but that number has dropped slightly,  1.7% year to date.   The average sales price year to date is $242,931 (down 3.24% from 2010), and the average List Price in 2011 (year to date) is $334,398 (down 6.03% from 2010). For more information about current Market conditions and Homes for sale in Morehead City, North Carolina, give me a call. 09/24/2011

  25th Annual NC Seafood Festival Mark your calendars and plan on being in Morehead City, NC for the 25th Annual NC Seafood Festival, September 30 - October 2, 2011! Every year, Downtown Morehead City hosts one of the Greatest Festivals EVER!  More than 150,000 folks head to the Morehead City Waterfront to enjoy the many activities available.  Yes, a person could go crazy with all the wonderful seafood available, but the rides, the music, the vendors, Fireworks, boat shows, Sailing Regatta,  Flounder Fling,  games ...FABULOUS!  There is also an Open Air Seafood Market available....  If you are coming from out of town, Bring your Coolers and Stock up on "Carteret Catch"!   Musical Talent includes Free Poor, Spare Change,  Emily Minor,  Sister Hazel, The Wallers,  Decyfer Down, and many, ... 09/18/2011

  August, 2011 Market Report for Brandywine Bay Morehead City, NC 28557 When Comparing closed listings from August 2010 vs. August 2011, number of Sales are holding steady.  The number of Pending Sales has increased 33% year over year comparison.  There are still a great number of listings currently available in Brandywine Bay.  In fact, that number has increased 8% over the previous year.       The average sales price in August 2011 was $211,000 (down from $217,250 in 2010), and the average List Price in August 2011 was $261,950 (down from $281,784 in 2010).           Click Here to view Homes for sale in Brandywine Bay           09/08/2011

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    If you get a chance to get together with one or more Active Rainers, TAKE It!  I have, and I am a happier person because of it.    Just before departure, this was the sunrise I witnessed from the Milwaukee airport window (hence the streak marks in the glass).  What a glorious way to begin my trip to North Carolina, to meet several Active Rainers.  My heart was touched right from the start of it!  And it only got better with each and every passing moment, and each and every Active Rainer I met!  As the plane approached Raleigh North Carolina, I was overcome with the pure lushness of the area.  Waterways and Green were everywhere.  What an amazing area of the country Raleigh North Carolina truly is.  It brought back wonderful memories of living in Tennessee.  As soon as I got off the ... 07/18/2011

McCabe's Garage in Morehead City, North Carolina Picture it... You get ready for work, pack all your stuff in the car (and us REALTORS have a lot of "stuff"), get the kid strapped in his booster seat, find your keys, get situated and as you turn the ignition.... Nothing Happens.  You think, maybe I didn't turn the key right and try again.... Nothing.   It is part of life, but man it stinks....IT's just a bad feeling!   Well, that's what happened to me yesterday morning!  I must have sat in the driver's seat for 10 minutes.  Turning the key every 60 seconds or so hoping for a miracle.  Guess what?  I received that miracle, and was able to get the car started!  Somehow, I knew it was going to be a great day!    As I do anytime I have an issue with my vehicle, I drove straight to McCabe's ... 07/12/2011

June, 2011 Market Report for Brandywine Bay Morehead City, NC 28557 When Comparing closed listings from June 2010 vs. June 2011, number of Sales are down.  The number of Pending Sales has increased 100% year over year comparison.  While there are still a great number of listings currently available, that number has dropped a small amount (2%) over the previous year.      The average sales price in June 2011 was $225,000 (down from $285,212 in 2010), and the average List Price in June 2011 was $314,238 (up from $305,373 in 2010).           Click Here to view Homes for sale in Brandywine Bay         07/07/2011

Crystal Coast North Carolina http://www.crystalcoastnc.org/ 7. Morehead City Waterfront - is a great place to stroll down the street. You can find great food, great drinks, and all kinds of shops. There are lots of sports fishing boats docked there in the evenings or possibly during the day if the weather is not good. For some of the best sports fishing in the world you have come to the right place. Whether you are looking to catch blue fin or yellow fin tuna, sailfish, dolfin, or the monsterous blue marlin. There are plenty of charter boats if you would like to live that experience. There are also dive boats where you can experience some of the best diving in the world. Dive the Graveyard of the Atlantic, there are awesome shipwrecks or reefs to explore. You will not believe how scenic... 05/24/2011

Breast Cancer Awareness Day at the Friendly Market On May 7th, 2011, Folks from the Keli Wagner Big Rock Lady Angler Tournament will be at the Friendly Market to help raise awareness for Breast Cancer.  Kids of all ages are invited to participate.  There will be fresh strawberries for dipping in chocolate (pink chocolate of course).  Kids will then have the opportunity to decorate vases and create a Masterpiece bouquet of dipped strawberries for mom in honor of Mother's Day.  There will also be Big Rock merchandise available for purchase that day. The Friendly Market can be found on the corner of Friendly Road and Bridges Street, in Morehead City, North Carolina.  For more information about this event and more at The Friendly Market, please contact Mindi Fitzpatrick at (252) 808-7954.  05/01/2011

Market Report, March 2011, Morehead City, NC 28557 When Comparing closed listings from March 2010 vs. March 2011, number of sales are exactly the same.   The number of Pending Sales has decreased 25% year over year comparison.  While there are still a great number of listings currently available, that number has dropped 10.9% year to date.   The average sales price year to date is $212,262 (down 18.7% from 2010), and the average List Price in 2011 (year to date) is $346,701(down 9.34% from 2010). 04/15/2011

It's Just Another Day...On the Crystal Coast After a long day of Soccer games, grocery shopping and Laundry...I suggested that we head over to the Morehead City Waterfront for a nice walk along the boardwalk, followed by dinner at the Ruddy Duck Tavern, and then swinging on the docks while waiting for sunset.  It got a little chilly and we didn't quite make it to sunset, but we had a wonderful time.   The Crystal Coast of North Carolina is a fabulous place with so much to see and do.  After a day like today, we know just how very blessed we are to live in our own little slice of paradise....     For more information about the Crystal Coast of North Carolina, Give me a call.  I'd love to share our little slice of Paradise with you!   03/19/2011

February, 2011 Market Report for Morehead City, NC 28557 When Comparing closed listings from February 2010 vs. February 2011, Sales are up 66.7% (10 vs. 6).   The number of Pending Sales has increased 12.5% (9 vs. 8) year over year comparison.  There are 302 listings currently available, that number has dropped 7.1% over the previous year.  The average sales price year to date is $195,400 (down 23.23% from 2010), and the average List Price in 2011 is $267,950 (down 5.98% from 2010).   For more information about current Market conditions and Homes for sale in Morehead City, North Carolina, give me a call.     03/18/2011

Not a Louse in this House!   If you have school age children, You may or may not have received that wonderful letter from your school that the Dreaded Lice is going around and please check your child daily for infestation!  Even worse, you may or may not have received the nightmarish phone call from your child's school nurse requesting ordering that you pick your child up from school immediately because he/she has lice!   At Morehead City Primary School, in North Carolina, those scary letters went home a couple of weeks ago, and then again yesterday!  After catching my breath from the slight panic attack, I did a little research on the lovely subject of Lice.  What causes it?  If my child gets lice, does it mean he's dirty?  How does one catch Lice?  How does one get rid of Lice?  Just ... 03/16/2011

1701 Sanderling Drive MOREHEAD CITY, NC Morehead City NC : Brooke Woods 287500 3BR/2+1BA Single Family House $287,500 Year Built 2005 Sq Footage 2,305 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .46 acres HOA/Maint $28 per month DescriptionTrue 4 bedroom home with an open loft. Great curb appeal! This home offers versatility..downstairs study,living,kitchen-breakfast combo and formal dining!Screened porch, large yard, shed,trellis sitting area.Enjoy the community pool & quiet location. No city taxes yet close to town setting. Call Michele today to see this home ! Property Features Central A/CCentral heatFireplaceHigh/Vaulted ceilingWalk-in closetTile floorFamily roomBonus/Rec roomDining roomBreakfast nookDishwasherStove/OvenMicrowaveBalcony, ... 03/12/2011