Massachusetts Real Estate

Just SOLD 22 Forest Street, Upton MA. Sold at $410,000 on 12/27/07. Sold by Bill Gassett, RE/MAX Executive Realty. The market time for this home was 115 days.

Spacious Contemporary Cape with a terrific wide open floor plan set on beautiful private lot on the Hopkinton line...Not your typical cookie cutter home! Features two story glass Solarium with two sided fireplace open to large family room with BUILT-INS, Large bright kitchen, Step down living & Office with wood stove & sliders to multiple decks & screened porch, Nice master suite with updated bath & Tea deck, Newer Hydro-air heating system with Central air. There are three bedrooms and two full baths. Only a few miles to 495 - Great home in Upton Massachusetts!

This home was the 1st listing I received due to my blogging efforts on The Active Rain Network. Blogging is a social platform that gives tremendous exposure for my listings. The search engines love blogs. Blogging is in its infancy at the moment. There are very few who blog about Real Estate in the Metrowest Massachusetts area. I am one of the few. This is a big advantage for my clients as their homes come up highly in the search engines.

Selling a home in Upton Massachusetts or other Metrowest town is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Upton MA and many other Metrowest communities has changed over the last two and a half years. We are no longer in a seller's market.

When selling a home in Upton MA, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. Here are some excellent questions  to ask when interviewing your agent, that will help you determine if you are hiring a top producer or not!

** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. See this must read article on where I advertise on-line. Metrowest MA Homes ~ How to effectively market to the masses on-line. **

Click here to see the Upton Massachusetts Real Estate Market Reports. This Report on Upton Massachusetts will give your break downs in comparison to last year for average list and sales prices as well as the average days on the market.

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The above Upton Massachusetts information was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Upton MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street. Bill also has an office in the center of Upton Massachusetts as well.

I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.

For Massachusetts and Upton MA Real Estate and homes see Upton MA Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

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               SOUTHBORO MASSACHUSETTS

Handy reference guide for important websites relating to Southboro MA.

Southboroughtown.com - The official website for the town of Southboro Massachusetts.

Southborough Police Deparment - The official site for the Southboro Police Department.

Southborough Fire Department  - The official site for the Southboro Fire Department.

Southborough Public Library - Access to the Southboro Public library.

Southboro Massachusetts Real Estate- Website covering home sales in and around Southboro Massachusetts by veteran RE/MAX agent. 

Mass.Gov listings - The official government site for Southboro MA.

Algonquin Regional High School - Home page for the Northboro/Southboro regional High School. Covers grades 9-12.

P. Brent Trottier Middle School  - Home page for the Middle School - Grades 6-8.

Margaret A. Neary School - Home page for grades 4-5

Albert S. Woodward School - Home page for grades 2-3

Mary Finn School - Home page for kindergarten to 1st grade.

Fay School - Excellent private school for grades 1-9.

Saint Mark's School - Top notch private school for grades 9-12.

Southborough Rod & Gun Club - Skeet shooting, rifle range, and fishing. 

Knox Trail Council - Local Boy Scout group for Southboro, MA.

SOUTHBORO MASSACHUSETTS TOWN BOARDS

Assessors - Assessors office information for Southboro MA.

Board of Selectmen - Board of Selectmen web page for Southboro Massachusetts.

Building/Zoning Department - Acees to the Building/zoning department.

Conservation Commission - Access to the Conservation Commission home page for Southboro MA.

Southboro Board of Health - Access to the home page for the Southboro Board of Health.

Southboro Massachusetts Real Estate Market Reports - How is the Real Estate market performing in Southboro MA? Includes monthly and year to date data including how many homes have sold, average list price, average sale price, and average days on the market.

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The above Southboro MA Real Estate and website information was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Southboro MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.

For Massachusetts and Southboro MA Real Estate and homes see Southboro Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I Have a passion for Real Estate and would love to have you as one of my clients!

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northboro, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

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                            HOPKINTON MASSACHUSETTS

Handy reference guide for important websites relating to Hopkinton MA.

Hopkinton Massachusetts - A comprehensive description of Hopkinton Massachusetts.

HOPKINTON.ORG - The official website for the town of Hopkinton Massachusetts.

Hopkinton Businesses - A list of Hopkinton Businesses found in the Hopkinton website.

City Data/Hopkinton MA - Excellent site that details demographics, census data, schools, and much more.

Active Rain ~ Hopkinton MA - Local Real Estate information on the Active Rain Real Estate network.

Hopkinton Mass Public Schools- Get information on the excellent public school system in Hopkinton MA.

Boston Magazine award Hopkinton Schools - Hopkinton was ranked one of the best High Schools in the State by Boston Magazine.

Mass.GOV Hopkinton, Massachusetts- The official Massachusetts page for Hopkinton MA.

Topix News Hopkinton MA - News site for Hopkinton at Topix.

Pageflakes ~ Hopkinton Massachusetts- Real Estate page with articles and news stories about Hopkinton MA and surrounding Metrowest towns, as well as featured homes, market reports, and up to date weather.

Hopkinton News- The on-line report of what is going on in our community. Features news, events, and photos around town.

Hopkinton Massachusetts Real Estate- Real Estate site covering home sales in Hopkinton MA and other Metrowest MA Towns by local RE/MAX agent.

Hopkinton Newcomers Club - The Hopkinton Newcomers Social Club offers a wide variety of social activities and special events that allow new and established residents of Hopkinton to network and make new friends in a casual social setting.

HCAM-TV - Hopkinton's local television station. View local sports as well as issues relating to town government.

Hopkinton Community Endowment - The Endowment provides funds to reduce debt service on capital projects authorized by the voters at Town Meeting. In this way the Endowment helps lower property taxes for everyone.

Hopkinton Education Foundation - The Hopkinton Education Foundation is a volunteer, non-profit corporation dedicated to providing grants to teachers that support the goals and curriculum of the Hopkinton public schools.

HPTA - Hopkinton Parent Teachers Association.

HALT (Hopkinton Area Land Trust) - Local group dedicated to preserving conservation area for Hopkinton MA.

Cultural Arts Alliance - Dynamic Arts center that supports Hopkinton and other Metrowest towns.

Baypath Humane Society - Shelter committed to finding new homes for animals.

Lake Maspenock Preservation Association - Website dedicated to the Preservation of Lake Maspenock.

MOMS Club of Hopkinton - Network dedicated to Hopkinton moms.

Hopkinton Garden Club - Local gardening club.

Hopkinton Lions Club - The official website of the Hopkinton Lions Club.

Project Just Because - Terrific charity for people in need.

Metro West YMCA - The local YMCA.

Woodville Rod and Gun Club - Not-for-profit organization dedicated to year-round fishing, hunting, and shooting. They also have a large hall that is available for rentals.

Boy Scout Troop 4 - Hopkinton chapter of the Boy Scouts.

Enter Stage Left Theater - Enter Stage Left Theater is a 501(c) 3 performing arts organization that offers some great opportunities for you to enjoy live entertainment.

Hopkinton Little League - Youth baseball in town.

Hopkinton Basketball Association - Local group dedicated to Hopkinton basketball.

Hopkinton Youth Soccer - Local group dedicated to Hopkinton soccer.

Hopkinton Lacrosse - Local group dedicated to Hopkinton Lacrosse.

Hopkinton-Ashland Youth Football and Cheerleading - Local group dedicated to Hopkinton football and cheer-leading.

Hopkinton running club - Dedicated group who love to run, run, run!

Demons Youth Hockey - Youth hockey association for Hopkinton, Holliston, and Ashland.

Hopkinton Special Olympics - Local chapter of the Massachusetts Special Olympics dedicated to providing year round sports training and competition for people eight years or older with intellectual disabilities.

Weston Nurseries of Hopkinton MA - One of the largest nurseries in the U.S ~ Garden center and horticultural services, including landscaping. Great for new and existing homes. Features product and service descriptions, pictures, and company information.

Hopkinton State Park - Overview of all recreational activities at this wonderful State park.

Hopkinton Real Estate - Real Estate blog covering Hopkinton Mass and other surrounding Metrowest communities.

All Hopkinton Town Hall Phone numbers- Reference for all public offices for the town of Hopkinton MA.

Have a Hopkinton website you want added to the list? Shoot me an email or give me a call and I will add it to the list.

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The above Hopkinton Massachusetts Websites information was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Hopkinton MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.

I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.

For Massachusetts and Hopkinton MA Real Estate and homes see Hopkinton Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, Douglas, and Framingham MA.

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Building lasting relationships by helping people move in and out of Metrowest Massachusetts for the last 22 years.

 TheFishGuyis a full service aquatic company located in Framingham Massachusetts. They design, build, maintain, and service any size pond or aquarium. They will do as much or as little as the customer wants. Some of their customers like to get their own fish and do some of the maintenance themselves, but call them in to do periodic service to check on their progress. Below is a sample of a home that was purchased that had a neglected pond in the back yard. There were about 100 fish living in the pond. The pond had been in this state for around twelve years.  TheFishGuys came in and restored in to a beautiful fish pond that anyone would enjoy! The "after" shot shows the difference between cleaning out the pond, pruning the surrounding plants, weeding around the pond, and the addition of a small waterfall and pond lighting.

                         BEFORE                                                                                                               AFTER

         Dramatic    Difference!

While some customers enjoy working on their pond, others want them to do absolutely everything so they can sit back and just enjoy their new environments. Each summer TheFishGuys do many jobs for people who had recently bought homes and inherited ponds. The choice of filling in the ponds or fixing them up to enjoy them is usually an easy decision. To invite an aquatic environment into your life is not only eye appealing, but also very relaxing. The fish actually learn to recognize you and interact with you. As Josh Wolfson, a company executive says, "having Koi come and eat out of your hand is amazing".

       Just   Gorgeous!

The next level of the pond is to plant it with hardy water species that will winter over, and light the pond making it a spectacular water feature at night. Some of the services The Fish Guy provides are spring clean outs, monthly maintenance, winter closings, purchase and planting of water plants, supply of fish, and complete revamps on existing neglected ponds.

The other end of TheFishGuys business is indoor aquariums. Whether it be a freshwater-planted aquarium or a full-blown saltwater reef aquarium, they are all amazing. Their customer base ranges from the smallest of tanks to 300 or 400 gallon aquariums. They install, maintain, service, as well as supply any fish or products needed. The aquarium is usually the last thing thought about during the buying and selling of a home. As you can see adding an aquatic fish tank such as this can really add another nice detail to your home. This becomes a great conversational piece when entertaining or having a party.

 They offer the removal of aquariums, packing up of fish for transport, and re-install of system to the new house. The Fish Guy's geographic area is most of Massachusetts, but they have gone to Connecticut and New Hampshire on occasion. They take the added stress of what to do on your moving day out of the equation so you won't have to. They are fully insured and all of TheFishGuy's employees are neat, courteous, and punctual.

An additional service they provide is fish sitting. While you go away there is no need to worry if your investment and pets you have devoted so much time to are safe. We can set up a schedule to check on the fish, feed them, and clean the aquarium or anything else needed to keep your fish safe and happy.

TheFishGuy started by taking a hobby and a passion and realizing that sharing this passion allowed others to develop the same love of fish. With over 14 years of experience your fish are in good hands with TheFishGuys!

Visit TheFishGuywebsite or you can call Josh Wolfson at 508-314-1992 or email at thefishguy@rcn.com

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The above Framingham Massachusetts business profile on The Fish Guy was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Metrowest Massachusetts for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.

I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.

For Massachusetts  Real Estate and homes see Metrowest MA Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

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6 Megan Court, Mendon Massachusetts ~ Great house lot at End of Cul-De-Sac ~ Listed at $159,900 ~ Listed by Bill Gassett, RE/MAX Executive Realty.

Beautiful 1.76 acre house lot at the end of Cul-De-Sac in established Mendon MA subdivision. Lot was tested (deeps & percs) in the late 80's but was never septic designed. Seller will allow buyer to make the sale contingent upon getting a passing deep & perc test. This is a terrific lot for a custom built home! In addition to single family homes, there are also duplexes in this Mendon MA neighborhood. It could be possible for a duplex condo to be built here. The lot will be serviced by a well.

Although this is zoned as a single family house lot, the fact that there are other duplexes built on this same street, increases the chances that a duplex would be allowed by the town of Mendon.

    VIEW FROM CUL-DE-SAC          VIEW TOWARDS NEIGHBORHOOD

Click here to view Mendon Massachusetts Market reports. See what is going on with Mendon Massachusetts Real Estate values.

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The above Mendon MA Real Estate information was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356.

 Bill has helped people move in and out of Mendon MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street. RE/MAX Executive Realty also has offices in Upton, Holliston, and Grafton to service home sales in Mendon MA.

I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.

For Massachusetts and Mendon MA Real Estate and homes see Mendon MA Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

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Hopkinton Massachusetts ~ Young home in neighborhood setting ~ Just listed 6 Oliver Lane ~ Listed at $459,999 ~ Listed by Bill Gassett and Chuck Joseph, RE/MAX Executive Realty.

Fantastic opportunity to own in a nice Hopkinton MA neighborhood cul-de-sac! This four bedroom colonial features an open floor plan with a large sunny family room with brick fireplace and opens to a spacious kitchen with hardwood floors, good sized eat-in area and sliders to deck. Formal dining room enhanced by bay window, molding, & wainscoting. 1st floor laundry & half bath. Good sized master with full bath. Three additional bedrooms & main bath complete the second floor. Full basement offers expansion potential. Public water and sewer! Close to downtown Hopkinton and easy commute to 495 and the Mass Pike.

Selling a home in Hopkinton MA or other Metrowest town is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Hopkinton and many other Metrowest communities has changed over the last two and a half years. We are no longer in a seller's market.

When selling a home in Hopkinton MA, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. Here are some excellent questions  to ask when interviewing your agent, that will help you determine if you are hiring a top producer or not!

** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. See this must read article on where I advertise on-line. Metrowest MA Homes ~ How to effectively market to the masses on-line. **

For Hopkinton MA market trends click here for Real Estate market reports

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The above Hopkinton Real Estate information was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Hopkinton MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street.

I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.

For Massachusetts and Hopkinton MA Real Estate and homes see Hopkinton MA Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

Click here to view Bill Gassett's Real Estate profile.

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In November of 2007 there were 6 homes that closed within the month for Northbridge MA. This is a decrease of 2 units as there were 8 homes that closed in November of 2006.

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Northbridge for November of 2007 was $333,065

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Northbridge for November of 2006 was $392,625

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Northbridge for November of 2007 was $317,500

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Northbridge for November of 2006 was $382,844

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Northbridge in November of 2007 was 165 days.

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Northbridge November of 2006 was 154 days.

2 homes went under agreement in Northbridge MA in the month of November. The average list price of the homes that went under agreement was $247,400. The average time on the market for these Northbridge MA homes was 147 days.

                                    January - November Market Statistics for Northbridge MA

In Northbridge MA for the period of January to November of 2007 there were 113 properties sold.

In Northbridge MA for the period of January to November 2006 there were 105 properties sold.

In Northbridge MA for the period of January to November in 2007 the average list price was $362,279 the average sale price was $351,043, and the average market time was 165 days.

In Northbridge MA for the period of January to November in 2006 the average list price was $391,750 the average sale price was $383,745 and the average time on the market was 154 days.

** The above statistics are for single family homes only and do not include condo's or Multi-family homes in Northbridge MA.

In comparing year over year longer term data for Northbridge MA, the average list price and sale price both went down year over year from January to November. This can be attributed to the on going weakness in the real estate market in Metrowest MA. There was also a substantial increase in the days on the market for the same period in Northbridge MA. The number of homes sold, however, in the January to November time period is more than the previous year which is excellent. Most surrounding towns do not show an increase in sales year over year.

These statistics are similar to many of the towns in Metrowest MA. Most of the surrounding towns experienced a decrease in the average list price and sale price for the January to November time frame. 

Selling a home in Northbridge MA or other Metrowest town is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Northbridge MA and many other Metrowest communities has changed over the last two and a half years. We are no longer in a seller's market.

 When selling a home in Northbridge MA, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. Here are some excellent questions  to ask when interviewing your agent, that will help you determine if you are hiring a top producer or not!

** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. See this must read article on where I advertise on-line. Metrowest MA Homes ~ How to effectively market to the masses on-line. **

Markets reports for Hopkinton 

Market reports for Holliston 

Market Reports for Mendon

Market reports for Hopedale

Market reports for Milford 

Market reports for Southboro 

Market reports for Upton 

Market reports for Ashland 

Market Reports for Westboro

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The above Northbridge MA Real Estate Market report was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Northbridge MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street. RE/MAX Executive Realty also has offices in Upton, and Grafton to service home sales in Northbridge MA.

 I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.

For Massachusetts and Northbridge MA Real Estate and homes see Northbridge MA Real Estate Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

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 Town of Milford,Massachusetts Assessor's Data

CLICK ABOVE LINK FOR Property Assessment Data

The following information is provided as a public service by Bill Gassett of RE/MAX Executive Realty. Assessment information is the most current committed valuation for fiscal year 2009.

Any questions regarding why your home has been given a specific assessment should be directed to the Assessing Department, 52 Main Street, Milford, MA 01757 The telephone number for the Milford Mass assessor's department is 508-634-2306. Milford's town official website is The Town of Milford, Massachusetts

When looking at Real Estate field card information, it is important to check it for accuracy. While most towns do a great job with the accuracy of the statistics there can be some oversights and mistakes. One of the 1st things I would look at is the bedroom and bathroom count, as well as the home square footage and lot size. These are where most of the mistakes occur. These statistics are also what can change your assessment the most.

Your Real Estate assessment and your homes value are  RARELY  the same. See assessed values rarely equal fair market value. There are many who mistakenly believe that there is a correlation between the two data points. This is not the case! Assessments are based largely upon the respective towns need for revenue. Assessments and tax rates are manipulated based on this need. There can also be a gap between the time assessments are done and what has happened with values in the Real Estate market.

Lastly, there can be market evaluation differences between the two statistics. As an example, a property that has 10 acres is going to be assessed more than a home with one acre, even if that property has 9 acres of wetland and one good usable acre. An assessor will evaluate based on acreage not on whether the property is usable or not. In figuring a Real Estate value, a ten acre property that has 9 acres of wetlands will not be evaluated the same as a property that has ten usable acres.  There will be a HUGE difference in market value. A home with 10 acres with only 1 of it usable, will only have slightly more value than a home with one usable acre.

If you are thinking of selling your home in Milford MA and would like to get an evaluation on your homes value, please feel free to get in touch with me.

Want to know what has been going on with Real Estate and home values in Milford MA? Check out the Milford MA Market Reports.

When selling a home in Milford MA, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. Here are some excellent Real Estate questions  to ask when interviewing your agent, that will help you determine if you are hiring a top producer or not!

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The above Real Estate information on Milford assessors home data was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Milford MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 22+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street. Bill also has an office in Holliston & Upton to service home sales in Milford MA.

I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business.

For Massachusetts and Milford MA Real Estate and homes see Milford MA Real Estate. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

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In November of 2007 there was 2 homes that closed within the month for Mendon MA. This is a decrease of 1 unit as there were 3 homes that closed in November of 2006.

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Mendon for November of 2007 was $399,450

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Mendon for November of 2006 was $469,600

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Mendon for November of 2007 was $382,000

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Mendon for November of 2006 was $456,000

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Mendon in November of 2007 was 171.

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Mendon November of 2006 was 113 days.

2 homes went under agreement in Mendon MA in the month of November. The average list price of the homes that went under agreement was $471,950. The average time on the market for this Mendon home was 133 days.

                                    January - November Real Estate Market Statistics for Mendon MA

In Mendon MA for the period of January to November of 2007 there were 39 properties sold.

In Mendon MA for the period of January to November 2006 there were 43 properties sold.

In Mendon MA for the period of January to November in 2007 the average list price was $486,148 the average sale price was $469,187 and the average market time was 154 days.

In Mendon MA for the period of January to November in 2006 the average list price was $462,080 the average sale price was $447,777 and the average time on the market was 146 days.

** The above statistics are for single family homes only and do not include condo's or Multi-family homes in Mendon MA.

In comparing year over year longer term data for Mendon MA, the average list price and sale price both went up year over year from January to October. This can be attributed to more upper end homes selling in Mendon MA than the previous year. There was, however, a substantial increase in the days on the market for the same period in Mendon MA.

These statistics are contrary to many of the towns in Metrowest MA. Most of the surrounding towns experienced a decrease in the average list price and sale price for the January to October time frame. 

Selling a home in Mendon MA or other Metrowest town is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Mendon MA and many other Metrowest communities has changed over the last two and a half years. We are no longer in a seller's market.

 When selling a home in Mendon MA, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. Here are some excellent questions  to ask when interviewing your agent, that will help you determine if you are hiring a top producer or not!

** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. See this must read article on where I advertise on-line. Metrowest MA Homes ~ How to effectively market to the masses on-line. **

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The above information was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Mendon MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street. RE/MAX Executive Realty also has offices in Upton, Holliston, and Grafton to service home sales in Mendon MA.

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In November of 2007 there were 10 homes that closed within the month for Upton MA. This is an increase of 7 units as there were 3 homes that closed in November of 2006.

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Upton for November of 2007 was $334,902

The Average list price for the homes that closed in Upton for November of 2006 was $575,967

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Upton for November of 2007 was $322,650

The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Upton for November of 2006 was $540,917

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Upton in November of 2007 was 147 days.

The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Upton November of 2006 was 201 days.

3 homes went under agreement in Upton MA in the month of November. The average list price of the homes that went under agreement was $406,047. The average time on the market for these Upton MA homes were 201 days.

                                    January - November Market Statistics for Upton MA

In Upton MA for the period of January to November of 2007 there were 66 properties sold.

In Upton MA for the period of January to November 2006 there were 63 properties sold.

In Upton MA for the period of January to November in 2007 the average list price was $413,611 the average sale price was $401,010 and the average market time was 174 days.

In Upton MA for the period of January to November in 2006 the average list price was $427,599 the average sale price was $412,718 and the average time on the market was 132 days.

** The above statistics are for single family homes only and do not include condo's or Multi-family homes in Upton MA.

In comparing year over year longer term data for Upton MA, it appears that there is still a slight downward trend in the average sale price for homes, as well as an increase in the days on the market for the same period in Upton MA.

These statistics are similar to many of the towns in Metrowest MA and represent the on going weakness in the market as compared to previous years. What must be stressed, however, is that these home figures still represent a healthy amount of sales. Upton's average sale price has not dropped as much in comparison to some other towns.

Click here to see previous Upton Real Estate Market Reports.

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Market reports for Southboro 

Market reports for Ashland 

Selling a home in Upton MA or other Metrowest town is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Upton MA and many other Metrowest communities has changed over the last two and a half years.

We are no longer in a seller's market. When selling a home in Upton MA it pays to have a Pro in your corner. Here are some excellent questions  to ask when interviewing your agent, that will help you determine if you are hiring a top producer or not!

** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. See this must read article on where I advertise on-line. Metrowest MA Homes ~ How to effectively market to the masses on-line. **

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The above Real Estate information was provided by Bill Gassett, the team leader for the #2 RE/MAX Team in Massachusetts in 2006. Bill can be reached via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com or by phone at 508-435-5356. Bill has helped people move in and out of Upton MA and other Metrowest towns for the last 21+ Years. Bill's office is conveniently located in the center of Hopkinton MA at 77 Main Street. Bill also has a Real Estate office located in the center of Upton.

I have a passion for Real Estate and love to share my marketing expertise! I would welcome the opportunity to earn your business!

For Massachusetts and Upton MA Real Estate and homes see Sell My Home in Metrowest MA. Want to have MLS access to beat other buyers to your dream home? Sign up with no obligation at my MLS Property Finder Site.

I service the following towns in Metrowest MA: Hopkinton, Milford, Upton, Southboro, Westboro, Ashland, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Medway, Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Framingham MA.

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