Homes for sale in the town of OliveUlster County NY Real Estate Market Update - Town Of Olive Price Reduction

Would you like to live in the Town of Olive? 517 Van Steenbergh Place Shokan NY 12481 has just been reduced to $159,000 - making this raised ranch in a quiet setting (on a town-maintained dead-end road) one of the best deals in the Town of Olive area right now! A diamond in the rough that's full of potential, this 2,068 Sq. Ft. 3 BDR 2 BTH is sited on a flat, usable, & nicely manicured 1 acre lot. Located in the peaceful Shokan / Town of Olive area, where it's quiet yet close to the conveniences of Kingston and Woodstock NY!

A perfect starter home for the 1st time buyer or perhaps a nice house in which to downsize for the retiree, 517 Van Steenbergh Place offers alot of…

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Top Ulster County Real Estate Blog Posts | Best of 2012

2012 sure was a busy year in Ulster County NY! From festivals to farmers markets, seasonal activities and of course, real estate - alot has been happening with regards to local issues and on the Ulster County NY housing market! All the while, we here at Taft Street Realty have been writing about events and issues that matter here in the Hudson Valley!

...so without further ado, here are the Top Ulster County Real Estate Blog Posts 2012!

Skiing Options Near Ulster County

Skiing Options in Ulster County NY

There are many skiing options near Ulster County, most of which are within an hour and very close to hotspots like Saugerties and Woodstock NY.  Ulster County has all of the winter activities that one could ask for from…

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Saugerties NY Home Values Saugerties NY Home Values - Ulster County SOLD Market Update

Taft Street Realty is happy to announce the latest home to be SOLD to one of our clients, 407 Phillips Road in Saugerties NY 12477. This 2,360 square foot 5BDR / 2.5BTH closed on December 31st, 2012 for $230,000.

This open and airy 5 BDR colonial has more than enough room for family & guests! A beautiful stone fireplace in the living room provides warmth and ambience. The screened-in back porch with slate floors is perfect for enjoying those warm, sunny days. 3-zone heating (including a heated garage!) helps to manage the heat efficiently in this spacious home. Located in Saugerties NY, one of America's coolest small towns and close to other great Ulster County towns like Woodstock NY…

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Hurley NY 12443 Homes For Sale Ulster County Real Estate Market Update - Hurley NY Price Reduction

Calling all Ulster County NY real estate buyers! 46 Walton Lane Hurley NY 12443 has just been reduced to $149,000 making this charming country cottage one of the best deals in Hurley right now! Affordable and versatile, this 1,302 Sq. Ft. 2 BDR features an additional studio apartment and lovely backyard oasis. Located in historic Old Hurley NY, this home is off the beaten path on a quiet, low-trafficked street.

Can you say, "Efficient"? The utility company states that in the year spanning from August 2011 - August 2012, this home's average monthly electric bill was just $182! That covered the entire home: power, heat, hot water, etc. (no oil or gas bills!) Many updates including a new…

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Real Estate for Sale Town of Ulster NY Town Of Ulster NY Home Values - Ulster County SOLD Market Update

Taft Street Realty is happy to announce the latest home to be SOLD to one of our clients, 17 Varun Lane in Lake Katrine NY (located in the Town of Ulster). This 2,347 square foot 3BDR / 2.5BTH closed on December 28th, 2012 for $239,000.

This beautifully maintained raised ranch is loaded with features and move-in ready! An open floor plan, featuring a large, modern kitchen and dining room, make this the ideal home for entertaining friends & family. Other features include a plush master bedroom (with a Jacuzzi and big closets), central air conditioning, and a gas burning fireplace. This home also offers storage galore! A large, 2-car garage, two separate storage sheds (each wired with…

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Hurley NY Home Values Hurley NY Home Values - Ulster County SOLD Market Update

Taft Street Realty is happy to announce the latest home to be SOLD to one of our clients, 406 Old Route 28 in Hurley NY. This 2700 square foot 3BDR / 2BTH closed on December 12th, 2012 for $122,500

This spacious bi-level ranch is set back from the road and sited on nearly 3 acres!  A large back deck and nice brick fireplace make this the ideal home for entertaining! In need of a little TLC, this 3BDR / 2 BTH is the ideal fixer-upper: an amazing location and great potential! Close to Woodstock NY, Kingston NY, and Stone Ridge NY, this home is just minutes from great dining and convenient shopping.

 Homes for sale in Hurley NY offer a quiet alternative to the busier Kingston NY. Hurley is…

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Sales Up, Prices Down? - 2012 Ulster County NY Real Estate Market ReportSales Up, Prices Down? - 2012 Ulster County NY Real Estate Market Report

As we approach the end of the month and the end of the year, I thought I'd take some time to see how the market is really shaking out here in Ulster County, NY. Of course there will be some additional sales in the last few weeks of December, but for the most part, I think there is enough data here for the year 2012 that we can poke around and see where things will most likely end up. Plus, I think this little analysis will provide some context as buyers and sellers plan out their strategy heading into 2013. So let me share with you some of the stats I just pulled and what I think they mean. If you're planning to buy or sell in Ulster County over the next 3-6 months, let's talk! We…

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 Rosendale NY real estateWinter Fun in Rosendale NY - Frozendale Daze

2012 marks the 7th year that Rosendale NY hosts its Frozendale Daze winter festival. Celebrate the holidays and the winter season with the fine folks of Rosendale as local businesses and community organizations participate in a fun-filled day full of music, entertainment, delicious food, and fun for the entire family! The Frozendale Daze joins the long list of awesome local events that have made Rosendale NY one of the hottest, up and coming towns in Ulster County NY! So don’t let Old Man Winter keep you inside this Saturday! Head down to Main Street Rosendale NY and celebrate the season at the 2012 Frozendale Daze!

Rosendale NY is full of unique small businesses and delicious restaurants. The Frozendale…

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Best Places To Live In The Hudson Valley - Must See!Lately, towns throughout Ulster County NY have been receiving both national and global attention by popping up on a bunch of high profile lists and "best of" features in a variety of leading publications. Most recently, National Geographic included the Hudson Valley in its list of the Top 20 places (on Earth!) to visit in 2013. Specifically mentioned in the article was the "wonderfully weird" and Ulster County's own Woodstock NY! Here at Taft Street Realty we know firsthand how beautiful life in Ulster County can be. Each town has its own unique flavor, culture, and vibe. In fact, we believe that Ulster County NY has some of the best places to live in the Hudson Valley!

Along with Kyoto, Japan, and the Crimea Peninsula in Russia, National Geographic…

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Best Real Estate Buys In Ulster County NY Under $350K

One of the great things about real estate in Ulster County NY is the wide variety of beautiful and unique homes for sale for under $350,000. Whether you like country cottages, or contemporary homes, real estate in Woodstock NY, or homes for sale in the trendy Rosendale NY. There is an abundance of affordable and attractive properties in every town and of every style. In fact it was hard to pick just 10 to write about! Readers love our posts profiling homes like, Old Stone Homes For Sale In Ulster County NY. This time around, our only criteria is the price point! So without further ado, here is Taft Street Realty's best real estate buys in Ulster County NY under $350K!

69 Winne Road - Mt. Tremper NY

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