Chapel Hill NC Home Blog

According to federal statistics released last week, Raleigh and Cary make up the fastest growing metropolitan area in the country. The combined population of Raleigh aka North Carolina’s capital city and Cary aka its family friendly suburb increased by 4.3 percent between July 2007 and July 2008. The Durham Chapel Hill area ranked 23rd with a 2.5 percent increase.

Growth in these areas is due to the area’s top hospitals, universities and nearby Research Triangle Park.  The RTP business complex have more than 50,000 employees and more than 170 research and development companies.

Out of the nation’s 100 fastest growing counties, 11 were in North Carolina.  Families are still attracted to the climate, the educational and economic opportunities that the Triangle area has to offer.

Although no area is immune to the current state of the economy, it’s nice to know that the Raleigh/Cary/Durham/Chapel Hill area is still growing.

If you would like more information about the area, feel free to call us toll free at 877-478-4669.

Until next time…

Staci

There are many opinions about whether to have a Real Estate Open House to sell your home; the agents perspective, the sellers perspective and the buyers perspective. 

Many sellers loves open houses.  They only see the upside. They think it’s the key to selling their home.  Other sellers are skeptical and see it as a security risk.  Do you want strangers that may only be lookers wandering around your home, especially if they are not represented by a Licensed Real Estate Broker?  Many sellers prefer to open their homes to serious buyers only.

Most buyers these days rely on the internet or their buyer’s agent for their home search.  There are large amounts of internet listings and online real estate information that buyers can obtain at their own convenience that will save them time.

The majority of home sales come from contacts with other real estate agents, from the local MLS (multiple listing service) and from the selling agents/listing agents website.

If an open house is held too often, it may send a signal that the house is a tough property to sell.

As you can see, there is no right or wrong, but it my opinion, an open house should be used as a last resort.

Masha Halpern & the Smart Move Team are hosting an Open House on March 30, 2008 from 2-4 pm at 105 Weatherhill Pointe in Carrboro, NC.

This one level ranch style home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.  An outside deck is great for a summertime barbeque.  This home is conveniently located around the corner from the Chapel Hill Pool and Tennis Club and is in close proximity to the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. 

The Weatherhill Point neighborhood has its own beautiful community lake, picnic area and playground for the kids. 

Check out our website for a more detailed description of this lovely home.

If you would like directions to this home, please click here.

You dont want to miss this Open House!!!

Believe it or not, now is a good time to buy a home in North Carolina.  It’s true, the economy is not doing well, but prices of homes have dropped well below their value.  Lower prices means better affordability for those interested in buying.  If houses have been sitting on the market for a long period of time, sellers may be more eager to sell at a lower price.

If you are interested in selling and would like a free comparative market analysis of your home or you are interested in purchasing a home, contact our team and we will provide you will all the real estate information you need.  We serve the Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Durham, & Raleigh, North Carolina area.

Masha Halpern & The Smart Move Team                                                       “Make your move The Smart Move”                           www.TheSmartMoveTeam.com                                         www.chapelhillhomefind.com                                              www.mashahalpern.com                                                                                       toll-free (877) 478-4669

 Lovingly built in 1987 by renowned Chapel Hill builder JP Goforth this  two story traditional home offers privacy with a convenient location in one of the areas most sought after communities Sedgefield Stoneridge. Maintained with pride this residence offers a lifestyle that is non-comparable. Many hours of joy can be spent roaming the grounds and adding to the lush gardening. Entertaining will be most enjoyable in the formal, informal and open areas this home offers your family and guests. Stay for a while. Enjoy your visit. We hope you love it as much as we do 

The best things about this house are the serene setting and  wonderful flow of the home at 3105 Whitfield Rd.

 

The  family room is grande in size and has a really nice raised hearth masonry fireplace. As is customary for JP Goforth homes built in this time frame he added Pella Windows and framed them in beautiful cherry stained moldings. They are all over this house and make it really special.

The  family room is grande in size and has a really nice raised hearth masonry fireplace. As is customary for JP Goforth homes built in this time frame he added Pella Windows and framed them in beautiful cherry stained moldings. They are all over this house and make it really special.   

 One of the best views in the whole house is from the sunroom! “Tree-Top”is the word you will use when you look around and see nothing but the tops of hardwoods from inside peeking out.The owners replaced the old deck with a two level TREX deck made of recycled materials that is supposed to be maintenance free!

 

  

  Everyone who comes in the home mentions how much they like it!So if you think you are interested in buying a home with a mature hardwood ( gently landscaped ) acre lot in Chapel Hill just give me a quick ring on the phone and either my Buyer’s Specialist or I will be happy to meet with you.

The last time John and Elizabeth Edwards lived in Chapel Hill, North Carolina was 30 years ago.  Recently they just purchased a home on over 100 acres in the south Chapel Hill area.   They chose the Chapel Hill-Carrboro School System because of its predictabilty, its stabilty and the high quality of education it provides.  Many of their friends live in Raleigh but the Wake County School System is undergoing alot of change and redistricting right now.  Many of the Raleigh schools have been converted to year round schools.  Since last living in Chapel Hill, one of the changes they noticed was the development of Franklin Street. 

 In addition, the one thing they really like most is Carolina Basketball and that the University of North Carolina will always be the center of gravity in Chapel Hill.

Mark this date on your 2007 calendar!  Saturday January 27th from 10am to 4pm, there is a Platform Tennis Kickoff Event at the Chapel Hill Tennis Club conveniently located in the Carrboro Chapel Hill area of North Carolina.  This event is sponsored by the American Platform Tennis Association. There will be fun activities for the entire family. This is a FREE Sports Event and is open to the Public.  There will be demonstrations, clinics and exhibitions from top nationally ranked tennis and platform tennis players from around the country.  Feel free to call the Chapel Hill Tennis Club Pro Shop at 919 929-5248 for directions to this exciting event or to pre-register if you would like to play. 

The Chapel Hill Tennis Club will hold its 18th Annual Indoor Tennis Doubles Tournament In Carrboro Chapel Hill North Carolina from January 19-21, 2007. 

 You do not need to be a  USTA (United States Tennis Association) member to play in this event.  There will be Women’s Open Doubles, Women’s 3.5 Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Men’s Open Doubles and Mens’ 4.0 Doubles. There are alot of strong tennis players at the Chapel Hill Tennis Club and in the triangle area of North Carolina.   This fun event is open to members and non members.  Whether you want to play or just watch, it is a great sports event for the entire family.