Local community and real estate information for Cheshire CT by your Cheshire Real Estate Experts, Sally Bowman Real Estate

September 2011 Market Watch for Cheshire CT

Cheshire Active Listings: There are a total of 137 properties actively on the market with an average list price of $463,336.

Being a Cheshire real estate agent, I completely understand the need to save money during these hard times. Many are struggling to make ends meet, and during back to school time, it’s a struggle! Many may need to get their kids brand new school supplies for their first day at a Cheshire public school, or need to buy a whole new wardrobe for their growing youngsters. Regardless, during such rough times, it’s always nice when you can catch a break and save a little money on some of life’s basic necessities.

That’s where Connecticut’s Tax-Free Week can be so helpful. Beginning yesterday and running through Saturday, August 27th, Cheshire residents don’t have to pay taxes on clothing or footwear that costs under $50. It’s the perfect opportunity to buy whatever your child needs before the first day of school.

Another fantastic, upcoming Cheshire community event is our town’s Neighbor to Neighbor Energy Challenge! Whether you like to admit it or not, energy bills can get expensive. The Cheshire Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the Cheshire Food Pantry, will be helping you cut your bills while you give back all at the same time. For just $75, you can have a certified contractor come to your home and assess your current energy use, analyze how effective your appliances are, and make suggestions as to how you can go green and maximize your home’s efficiency and comfort.

Once you complete your Home Energy Solutions visit, $25 of the money you spent in getting your home analyzed will be donated to the Cheshire Food Pantry. Not only will you receive some great suggestions on how to cut down on your Cheshire, CT energy bill, but you’ll also be helping feed some of your neighbors in need by making a donation to the food pantry. It’s a great cause that will only save you money in the long run, as the money you save on energy by following some of these suggestions will mean more money for you to spend on your other needs.

As your Cheshire community and real estate expert, it is my job to make sure that, during these difficult economic times, I do everything I can to help you save money and help your neighbors in need. I appreciate just how difficult things are at the moment, and that’s why I’m always here to let you know some of the best deals around town and give you the names of the people in my professional network that will save you money on maintenance of your Cheshire home. It’s my pleasure to help you work within your budget.

If you’re interested in learning more about the community of Cheshire, CT, or you would like to see some of the beautiful homes on the Cheshire real estate market that are within your price range, do not hesitate to contact me. I am here to help you in any way that I can, and I want to be here for you during what can be a trying time economically.

Sally Bowman
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As a Cheshire real estate agent, I take a lot of pride in my town, so when I heard that Cheshire, CT was once again one of CNN Money’s Top 100 Best Places to Live, I was thrilled. It’s always a great feeling to know that people appreciate your hometown as much as you do, and as Cheshire’s community resource and real estate expert, it’s part of my job to tell people what makes living in Cheshire so great.

It’s not a surprise to me that Cheshire came in at #73 on the list this year. After all, with all of the great neighborhoods in town, the friendly atmosphere, and charming feel, the only thing that surprises me is that Cheshire, CT isn’t higher on the list! There are several reasons that I can think of that Cheshire really is one of the best places to live, and these are only a few:

1. It’s in close proximity to several big cities. With only a few hours between Cheshire to cities like New York and Boston, and only minutes between our town to Hartford and New Haven, Cheshire is in an ideal location. People who want to commute to work in one of these cities, or just be in close proximity to these fun, larger towns are in luck. Being so close to so many great places is just one of the many advantages to living in Cheshire, CT.

2. You get that small town, New England charm. One of the best parts about living in Cheshire is that you get a small-town feel that boasts the charm of your typical New England town. The people are friendly, you find lots of Mom and Pop-run businesses, and you feel like you’re in a supportive community. With so many suburbs being the same these days, Cheshire’s charm really stands on its own, and that only contributes to why it’s one of the best places to live!

3. The schools are great! When most people begin searching for their Cheshire home, they’re very concerned about the school districts in the area, and understandably so. Cheshire schools are fantastic, with test scores frequently above the state average. You wouldn’t have to worry about your kids getting a quality education in town, because when you live in Cheshire, they’ll definitely get one!

Of course, these are only a few of the things that make living in Cheshire, CT so great. As your premier Cheshire real estate agent and community resource, I could show you even more reasons why our town would be named one of the “Best Places to Live” by CNN Money Magazine. If you’re interested in getting a tour of Cheshire, CT, or seeing some of the great homes on the Cheshire real estate market, don’t hesitate to contact me! I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about the area, and I’m happy to help you start your Cheshire home search.

Sally Bowman
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Cheshire Homes

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There’s no doubt about it: this summer has been a scorcher! As a Cheshire real estate agent, I take pride in letting the residents of Cheshire know how they can beat the heat. Whether it be by swimming in Mixville Pond or heading to Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island for the day, I can let you know exactly how to stay cool during the scorching summer months in Cheshire, Connecticut.

There’s one way of cooling off that I love to suggest, and that’s ice cream! Particularly in August, going out for ice cream during the heat of the day is the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon in Cheshire. The bittersweet excitement that summer is ending and everyone is going back to school starts to hit, and everyone gets restless of being outside in the scorching sun all day. One great solution is to head to one of Cheshire’s many delicious ice cream parlors for a cool treat that will lift their spirits a bit.

In the interest of making any potential Cheshire homeowner’s day a little sweeter, here are some of my favorite ice cream places for you to try. Enjoy them:

Sweet Claude’s Ice Cream Parlor
828 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410
203-2724237

As this Cheshire ice cream shop likes to say, “Life without Sweet Claude’s ice cream is no life at all.” This local institution has been serving ice cream to the Cheshire community for 23 years, and all of their frozen treats are homemade. Whether your want to cool off with a cone in the middle of a hot summer day or spend a Sunday on their great porch with a sundae, you’ll leave this place feeling cooled off, happy, and content with the delicious treat you just had. Give it a try!

Scooples Ice Cream
839 West Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410

If you’re a chocolate lover, keep reading! Next week, August 15th-21st, is Chocolate Week at this Cheshire ice cream parlor. With fourteen or more variations of chocolate based flavors and free chocolate toppings, this place couldn’t get any better for someone with a sweet tooth. You can sit back, relax, enjoy a frozen treat, listen to songs on the jukebox, and cool off. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon in Cheshire, Connecticut.

Whether you are only visiting Cheshire for the weekend or are looking to buy one of the many fantastic homes on the Cheshire real estate market, you can take a break and have a treat at one of these delicious local ice cream parlors! If you have any other questions about the Cheshire community, or are interested in beginning your Cheshire home search, don’t hesitate to ask me. As a Cheshire real estate agent, I am happy to help answer any of your questions or assist you with your move in any way I can. Enjoy your ice cream!

Sally Bowman
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Cheshire Homes

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August 2011 Market Watch for Cheshire CT

Cheshire Active Listings: There are a total of 146 properties actively on the market with an average list price of $448,227.