Real Estate Information Archive

Andover     $395,000

When you seriously feel you deserve something special, this move-in ready house is it. Fenced yard, patio keeps kids and pets safe. 3 bedrooms and recent kitchen redo including appliances. Built solid in the 1920's. Dead end street just minutes to highways, The Loop, Timony School District. Short sale in process needs appraisal. Hurry on this one! HARD-TO-FIND- 2 CAR GARAGE, 2 bedrooms upstairs plus a 1st floor bedroom too. GIVE YOURSELF A GREAT START

Haverhill     $419,900

NEW Colonial, TOP LOCATION. Superior finishes & fittings- hardwood floors finished 3 coats, recessed accent lighting, stainless appliances, Brazilian granite, smooth ceilings, skim-coat plaster, dining rm details, corner fpl w/CAT5 wiring. 1.1 acres with privacy, plenty of mature trees. Room to play, relax on 13x14' deck.. YOUR NEW HOME WILL BE PERFECT! Exterior w/oversized corner boards, hand-built stonewalls, extensive landscaping including fencing, granite steps.

Andover    $329,000

3 bedroom ranch in desirable South School district in Andover. Features include attached 2 car garage, central air conditioning, outdoor patio, finished lower level with lots of additional unfinished space for storage or expanded living space. Great opportunity to get into this highly desired Andover location at a great price. Situated on a large, private 1 acre lot this home offers lots of potential. Don't miss out. Call today.

Andover     $495,000

Popular Wild Rose Estates! Unique open floor plan Split, with double stair cases, will wow you with it's freshness & updates. The high quality level lot has a play area, room for a pool, and privacy. You will love the newly upgraded kitchen with granite counters, hardwood flooring, Stainless refrig and dishwasher. Freshly painted in most rooms with Pottery Barn colors, new light fixtures and a cozy fireplace in both the living room and family room. Flexible bedroom/office possibilities

Andover     $669,000

This classic CE Colonial sits on a generous lot w/ nature views in a desirable cul-de-sac South Andover neighborhood. Meticulously maintained & thoughtfully updated, a turnkey home! Welcoming public rooms for family & guests. The master includes a vast walk-in closet (w/ laundry room beyond) & a luxurious bath en suite. Hardwood throughout. Plenty of storage/work room in the attached garage, poolhouse & backyard shed. See if you can tear yourself away from the glorious pool next summer!

North Andover     $438,900

THE EXCEPTION TO THE RULE! Life stylish young colonial has more than meets the eye. It's renovated with flair and quality including new kitchen & open layout on first floor. All the right stuff -dual drawer dishwasher, center island, hardwood floors, natural light. Sunroom addition to rear overlooks acres of privacy. Sidewalk out front and Smolak Farms is minutes away. Master with its own bath. This is the suburb's little secret near Bear Hill & Coventry Estates. BUYER WILL BE THE WINNER WITH THIS ONE!

Andover     $975,000

Brand new sun-filled Colonial w/ a very Contemporary design & In-Law option. Traditional finish & detail by meticulous craftsmen. Many smart energy saving features. Located in desirable High Plain/Wood Hll School District & on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Andover's newest and finest developments. Each home is Custom designed and enjoys a peaceful country setting. Abuts conservation and walking trails yet minutes to both Routes 495 & 93.Backyard being extended to provide a private open play area.

North Andover     $259,900

Solid Cape home nestled in woods features 7 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths 2 car garage , on .36 wooded lot in sought after location. Home is not a short sale or bank owned, just needs some updating and TLC. This home features a good sized eat in kitchen, fireplaced living room, family room, sunroom, first floor master bedroom and full basement, wood flooring, newer roof..Bring updating/decorating ideas and have a beautiful home.

Andover     $424,900

Fantastic location within walking distance to downtown, town park, and all the conveniences of in-town living. This Cape style home offers 4 large bedrooms, 2 full baths, eat in kitchen and a formal living room and dining room. A large family room allows access to an oversized deck. All of this sits on a large level lot with mature trees and shrubs. A must see...

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North Andover    

CHANCES ARE YOU OVERLOOKED THE POTENTIAL OF THIS PROPERTY. Thinking of owning your own business? This multi-use property is of 2 buildings located near downtown retail, Furber/High St Mills business complex, Machine Shop Village residential district, churches, funeral home and public library. Recently operated as a 30+- seat restaurant/takeout, plus there are 2 res rental units. Great opportunity for someone dreaming of getting rid of the landlord. THIS IS AN OWNER-OPERATOR'S DREAM! RUN the ##'s Rent-$1190/month or Buy it for $2279,900!

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Andover     $395,000

When you seriously feel you deserve something special, this move-in ready house is it. Fenced yard, patio keeps kids and pets safe. 3 bedrooms and recent kitchen redo including appliances. Built solid in the 1920's. Dead end street just minutes to highways, The Loop, Timony School District. Short sale in process needs appraisal. Hurry on this one! HARD-TO-FIND- 2 CAR GARAGE, 2 bedrooms upstairs plus a 1st floor bedroom too. GIVE YOURSELF A GREAT START

North Andover    $324,900

You’ll fall in love with this storybook house. Lovely front porch welcomes you into the 3 bedroom, beautifully decorated home. New Pella windows, new appliances, a new gas boiler, new insulation and new paint, high ceilings, window seats, hardwood floors and numerous built-ins. Enjoy the outdoors on your new patio overlooking private, fenced yard on this quiet street. It's an easy walk to the library, downtown and schools. Don't miss out!

Andover   $299,900

Charming Cape in the Shawsheen Heights area of Andover. Spacious corner lot with detached 2 car garage. Breathtaking ultra private yard and oversized 2 car garage with storage above. Many of the windows are newer. Seller offers a $6,000 credit to repair or replace the roof. Pre-sale home inspection was done in April 2010 and is available with a 2nd showing. Sale contingent on license to sell.

Andover     $499,900

Great Opportunity - Completely Renovated Colonial Style home close to town and walking distance to the High School & Middle School. ALL NEW kitchen and baths, siding, roof, updated plumbing and electric, ceramic flooring, beautiful hardwood in all bedrooms, sparkling fresh! Large master with bath plus 2 good sized additional bedrooms. Finished lower level with fireplace adds to the package. Super level lot with large deck!

North Andover     $519,900

Better than New!! This home has been incredibly well maintained and offers all the updates and features any buyer would want in a home. From the beautiful high quality shingle look vinyl siding to the new kitchen and baths this home is as 'turn key' as they come. Classic Center Entrance Colonial floor plan, front to back LR, DR, spacious eat in kitchen leads to vaulted ceiling family room with fireplace and sliders to granite patio and yard. 4 BR's 2.5 Bths, 2 car garage and beautiful yard!!!

Andover     $399,900

Newly Painted House with Two Units Ideal for Self-living or Real Estate Investment! This House Features10 Rooms, 5 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 4 Fireplaces, 2 Kitchens, and an Enclosed Porch. Two Storage Sheds in the Spacious Side Yard. Well Maintained Front Yard with Shrub Fence. 1st Floor Laundry Area. Near Downtown Location with Convenient Access to Rte. 133 & 28, I-495 and I-93, and Walking Distance to Andover High School and West Middle School. Many Area Amenities!

North Andover     $599,900

Truly a remarkable home!! The Widow Parker's Tavern. Antique colonial located near historic Old Center!! Five bay facade with many period details still intact. Wide floor boards with generous sized rooms, high ceilings, 8 fireplaces. Beautiful center hall with two sided staircase and large public rooms completing the first floor. Four good sized bedrooms and two full baths on second floor. Raised wood paneling, beamed ceilings, newer heating system, 2 car garage are just some of its features.

Reading   $289,900

Ranch style home set high on over 1/2 acre lot features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, fireplace living room and first floor family room. a great starter home with many possibilites or use lot to build your dream home. Lot becomes level at the end of the driveway.

Haverhill     from $419,000

NEW YOUR THING? Open plan? It's all yours in this customized 2 story, 3 bedroom home that's just the right size. Here's a new home that offers you a little bit more. Large treed, nearly an acre lot in natural setting bordered by stonewalls. Oversized deck off kitchen-family room. This floor plan rocks. Compared to others, it's shines bright. Hardwood, tile, granite, detailed trim, gas fireplace are just a few of the details waiting the lucky family who buys this!

Andover     $619,900

Perfect North of Boston location with large living rooms and bedrooms, along with a fitting large fenced in yard with a gunite pool. 1st floor master bedroom/in-law suite, 3 full baths and lots of closet space. Kitchen open to family room - equipped with steel appliances and gas cooking. New hardwood flooring and cedar fence around the yard. An opportunity in a very desirable Andover neighborhood!

Summer's going fast! Yes, just as soon as it's here, it seems to be gone. This, I lament every year. I hope you've had something "special" in your plans this Summer. There's still a lot of beach days ahead so don't wait...enjoy them while they're here!
I really love living in New England for so many reasons. Our area has an unbeatable landscape of fields, stonewalls and meadows, protected wooded hiking trails and bogs, sweet smelling marshes, sandy and rocky coastline, green hills dotted with lakes and rivers. There are historic areas, parks and more all within a short drive.
My sense of adventure and discovery? They will be more home-based in the next several months...not to say I don't love to travel! Those of you who know me well, know I have an insatiable sense of adventure and enthusiasm for something new. I can find some very cool 'adventures' right at home.
I've gotten my bike out this Summer and ridden around North Andover and Boxford. It's been great taking the slow pace to see our towns. I'm researching for a new bike now, one better for my 'road rides'. My 30 year old Schwinn, although still in great shape, is not the best for doing longer jaunts and I'm sure a lighter model would be easier to go longer distances on. Earlier this Summer I rode in the Emmaus House "Cycle for Shelter" This was my first formal ride and I loved it! Anyone want to go riding with me? I like do 15-25 miles...let me know if you'd like to join me this Sumnmer/Fall.
Our son, Greg, is getting ready for back to school. He's been sleeping late most days but today set his alarm for 8:30 with the idea that every day he'd get up 10 minutes earlier to get ready for school. We'll see how long that lasts! September 7th it's back to 6:30 wakeup call!
Hope you and your family are enjoying life. I hope to talk to many of you in the near future...I do love my work!

Are you a first time homebuyer?

Here's what one recent buyer is saying:

"As a first time home buyer, my goal was to put together a team that would most efficiently guide me though the buying experience, but also educate me on the details of the process.  While searching for the right buyers’ agent, I had interviewed several prospective agents and dealt with two before finally resolving on Susan Sells.

I found that Susan took the necessary time to truly understand our preferences as well as our restrictions. Her confidence and knowledge of small details that I had otherwise missed made her opinion valuable in narrowing down home choices.

Another differentiating factor was that she actually went on house viewings with me and kept on the searching even if we were not together. I found very quickly that these seemingly straightforward activities were not so standard with other agents (a few agents wanted me to look through emailed search results and to just notify them when I found something I wanted to buy) or they wanted me to do drive-bys.

The closing process was extremely straightforward due to proactive work from all involved members and early engagement by Susan with all the parties including a good relationship with the selling agent and other members of my ‘team’ including my lender.  I would be using Susan for all future real estate transactions and recommend her without hesitation to friends and co-workers. "

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       “If we’re patient and look long enough, we’ll find the perfect house.” That’s what some people say when new home shopping.

      Of course, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to find a place that meets most of your needs and wants. But waiting for perfection may be a mistake.

By comparing houses on the with only the “dream” in your head, you risk missing out on properties that meet most of your requirements. These may be terrific homes, well priced in the that ultimately go to another buyer.

Instead judge each house by its own merits. Compile a list of items and features that are important to you and place them in order of importance. Then evaluate houses against these criteria. Ask yourself: Does it meet my most important criteria? How do I really feel about not getting certain items on my list? Will I be really disappointed when somebody else buys this house? Then, be careful not to let every item become a roadblock that prevents you from buying what is truly a dream home.

How do I go about finding these “Best Buys?” I’m a student of the real estate pricing trends! Every day I spend several hours searching through the MLS listings for my clients. I get into as many of the homes for sale as I can so I have first hand knowledge about location, condition and price. Here’s how I select the 10 homes you see here...

    First, and you’ve heard this before...Location, Location, Location! I rate each property by its location and compare it to its competition in the .

Second, I look to see that it’s the cheapest house in its category and neighborhood.

Third, I calculate its VSF or Value per square foot. Now using all three criteria I’ll start to make my list and then pare it down to what I think are the very best values for the week.

Where should you start? Hire an agent to look out for your interests, one who knows the inside out and can advise you. Having a knowledgeable Buyer’s Agent at your side will pay huge dividends by not only helping you to find your next home but by guiding you throughout the entire process.

Compare the neighborhoods you might be interested in. Look at things like location, schools, convenience. Check out the neighborhood itself, are the homes well kept.

Get pre-qualified by a lender so that when the right home comes along you’ll be ready to go.

If you’re a first-time buyer, attend a Home Buying Seminar.  Come to one I’m having on May 3 from 2-4. Call me at 978-470-2048 for details.

 Sign up at SusanSells.com for our HomeSearcher Program. It’s FREE and it will update you daily as new homes hit the . Remember, it’s called a Buyers for a reason!

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