Hurley NY Home Values - Ulster County SOLD Market Update

 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 Report

Sales 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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Winter Fun in Rosendale NY - Frozendale Daze

 Winter 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

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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Marlboro NY Home Values - Ulster County SOLD Market Update

  Marlboro 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, 10 Vineyard Lane in Marlboro NY. This 2,764 square foot 4BDR / 3BTH closed on November 13th, 2012 for $260,000. A spacious colonial with a mother/daughter layout, this home is essentially brand new and move-in ready!

This beautiful and open colonial is virtually new construction. Cathedral ceilings and scenic views provide a great space for entertaining friends and family. An open floor plan and built-in 3 car garage provide plenty of room for all of one's belongings, vehicles, and toys. The mother/daughter setup offers versatility and different options for the homeowner. A nice, 2nd story balcony…

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Ulster County NY Home Inspectors

The home inspection is a very important part to buying and/or selling a home in Ulster County NY. A thorough home inspection will uncover any hidden issues that a home may have so that they can be addressed prior to the closing. While a good inspection certainly provides reassurance to the buyer, it is also an extremely useful tool for a home seller as well. At Taft Street Realty, we're often asked for recommendations for home inspectors around the Ulster County NY area. Based upon positive feedback we've received from our clients and our own experiences after many real estate transactions, we've compiled a list of Ulster County NY home inspectors who are helpful and reliable. So in no particular order here are 6 Ulster County NY home inspectors!

• Hank…

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Old Stone Homes For Sale Ulster County NY - With Character, Rare and Charming

Do you love old stone homes for sale in Ulster County NY? Does the history behind a Dutch cottage or colonial farmhouse get your imagination going? Ulster County NY is full of beautiful, restored stone houses for sale that are full of character and charm. While our last blog featured futuristic modern homes for sale in Ulster County NY - this time, we're going back in time! So without further ado, Taft Street Realty presents Old Stone Homes For Sale Ulster County NY - With Character, Rare and Charming.

59 Leonardo Dr. - Stone Ridge, NY

Find complete privacy and seclusion right in Stone Ridge NY at this gorgeous and sprawling estate. Presented by Eric Bean of Coldwell Banker Village Green in Stone Ridge NY, this farmhouse dates back to colonial times,…

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Hurricane On The Hudson - Ulster County NY Braces For Hurricane Sandy

Hurricane On The Hudson - Ulster County NY Braces For Hurricane Sandy  

With the 1 Year Anniversary of Hurricane Irene fresh in everyone's collective memory, Ulster County NY is taking no chances in preparing for Hurricane Sandy as the storm bears down on New York State. Though it's hard to imagine that damage done by Sandy could be more extensive than that which was caused by Irene in the summer of 2011, experts say Sandy is unique for a number of reasons and could be unlike anything we've ever seen. Taft Street Realty gives a brief explanation as to why Sandy may be the scariest thing out there this Halloween, and what Ulster County NY homeowners can do to get ready for Hurricane Sandy!

Though "Frankenstorm" is certainly a catchy title for…

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Fall In Ulster County NY - Halloween Events And Fun Things To Do

Fall In Ulster County NY - Halloween Events And Fun Things To Do

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This fall in Ulster County NY there are a bunch of Halloween events and fun things to do! Halloween can be both very scary and alot of fun for children! Earlier in the season, Taft Street Realty reported on general fall events and fun things to do in the Hudson Valley. Well we're back again, this time with a frightfully fun to-do list as we bring you Fall In Ulster County NY - Halloween Events And Fun Things To Do!

Kick off your Halloween festivities in Highland and Lloyd NY at the annual Halloween In The Hamlet! Featuring a parade of "Lil' Goblins", great food,…

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