Joe Scarborough Puts His New Canaan Mansion Up For Sale Joe Scarborough Puts His New Canaan Mansion Up For Sale
Joe Scarborough Puts His New Canaan Mansion Up For Sale NEW CANAAN, Conn. — Joe Scarborough, better known as "Morning Joe" on MSNBC, has put his house in New Canaan up for sale. The  7,500-square-foot home located on 2.6 acres at 370 Wahackme Road — about a mile from town — is listed for $3.69 million. The house, built in 1930, has five bedrooms and five full bathrooms and two half-baths.  "Thoughtful expansion and renovation allow for modern living while retaining the feel of a classic Connecticut home. Beautifully proportioned rooms make for gracious entertaining while extensive terraces invite you to the heated pool and cabana…
Newly Listed Easton Home Blends History And Modern Luxury Newly Listed Easton Home Blends History And Modern Luxury
Newly Listed Easton Home Blends History And Modern Luxury EASTON, Conn. -- Sitting on over 3 acres in Easton and neighboring the historic Aspetuck Village, 401 Black Rock Road offers luxury living in a picture perfect setting. This colonial was built in 1992 and includes six bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, covers over 4,000 sq. ft. of living space and offers unparalleled privacy. The property is listed at $899,000 by Melanie Smith of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services.  Located near Aspetuck Village, which is the oldest district in Easton, 401 Black Rock Road offers tranquil living with a bit of history. The district gets its name from the Aspe…
Keeping It Local: Real Estate Company Is A One-Stop-Shop Keeping It Local: Real Estate Company Is A One-Stop-Shop
Keeping It Local: Real Estate Company Is A One-Stop-Shop FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Buyers and sellers near the town of Fairfield can find a one-stop-shop, thanks to the homebuying experts at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties. Their experienced real estate team has the tools and the resources to help those looking to begin a new chapter in their lives.  Berkshire Hathaway offers a range of listing prices, from condos for under $100,000 to homes in the millions. The agency also offers mortgage and insurance services, as well as an assortment of agents with a wide range of experience and skills. “There’s a real family feeling to the of…
From Southport To Stratford, Sotheby's Has Connecticut Coast Covered From Southport To Stratford, Sotheby's Has Connecticut Coast Covered
From Southport To Stratford, Sotheby's Has Connecticut Coast Covered SOUTHPORT, Conn. -- One of the country's most desirable stretches of real estate, the Connecticut coastline has it all: big city proximity and small-town feel, rolling hills and white sandy beaches. For both lifelong residents and those moving to the area, Fairfield County offers something for everyone. Now, William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty, one of the most respected names in Southern Connecticut real estate, has named Brian A. Clarke, Jr. as the firm's regional manager, overseeing nearly 120 agents representing listings from Westport to Stratford. Clarke, a Norwalk resident, pre…
Four Things To Know Before Looking At Real Estate Four Things To Know Before Looking At Real Estate
Four Things To Know Before Looking At Real Estate FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Buying or renting a home takes a lot of preparation. However, knowing the right questions to ask your realtor can save time and effort while looking for your dream house.  Most real estate agents are often experts in local housing markets, and can highlight the pros and cons of living in different neighborhoods. However, performing your own research and sharing what's important -- from length of commute to proximity of schools -- can go a long way.  Below, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services shares four things buyers should know before looking at real estate. Know what you…
NY Times Shines Spotlight On Weston's Real Estate Market NY Times Shines Spotlight On Weston's Real Estate Market
NY Times Shines Spotlight On Weston's Real Estate Market WESTON, Conn. -- Many of those who live in Weston know about the area's  rural charm, top-notch schools, and quiet tranquility. Now, those features are spotlighted in a New York Times real estate story. The Aug. 30 story also highlights Weston's nature preserves, the farmer's market at Lachat Town Farm, and of course, the price of homes. Go HERE for the full story.
Singer/Songwriter Cyndi Lauper Drops The Price On Her Stamford Home Singer/Songwriter Cyndi Lauper Drops The Price On Her Stamford Home
Singer/Songwriter Cyndi Lauper Drops The Price On Her Stamford Home STAMFORD, Conn. — Looking for home provides musical inspiration as well as French Country charm? The home of singer/songwriter Cyndi Lauper in North Stamford may be just want you need.  And Lauper just dropped the price on the home — where she wrote five of her albums — by $350,000, according to an updated listing. The 3,885-square-foot home had been listed in spring for $1.25 million. But the price has been dropped to $935,000, according to the updated listing. It is listed for sale with Michael B. Leventhal at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties. The stone French Count…
Pedaling With Purpose: William Pitt Sotheby's Gets In Gear To Beat Cancer Pedaling With Purpose: William Pitt Sotheby's Gets In Gear To Beat Cancer
Pedaling With Purpose: William Pitt Sotheby's Gets In Gear To Beat Cancer SOUTHPORT, Conn. -- For members of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, breaking a sweat never felt so good. The Southport brokerage's "Team Sotheby's" recently participated in the newly redesigned CT Challenge bike ride, which has been rebranded as Mission. The charity ride is designed to support a variety of Mission's programs, which provide important support to those fighting cancer. "Mission's facilities and programs are such an important part of recovery," said Brian A. Clarke Jr., brokerage manager at William Pitt Southport. "The programs are powerful…
William Pitt Broker Brings Area Expertise With A Side Of Fries William Pitt Broker Brings Area Expertise With A Side Of Fries
William Pitt Broker Brings Area Expertise With A Side Of Fries SOUTHPORT, Conn. -- For George Papageorge, a realtor at William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty's Southport brokerage, helping the community and meeting new people has been in his blood since childhood. Born and raised in Fairfield, Papageorge and his family's ties to the area date back to the early 1900s. "My family and I all have our roots in the area," said Papageorge. Growing up, his father owned the Center Restaurant in downtown Fairfield, and instilled in young George the importance of hard work. "When I was a young boy, I would leave middle school and wash dishes, b…
Tee-Off The Summer With A New Fairfield Listing Tee-Off The Summer With A New Fairfield Listing
Tee-Off The Summer With A New Fairfield Listing FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Overlooking the first fairway at the Country Club of Fairfield and offering unparalleled views of the Southport Harbor and the Long Island Sound, a new Fairfield listing is the perfect summer escape for those looking to stay put. 668 Sasco Hill Road is listed by Melanie Smith of Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties. The home offers nearly two acres of waterfront access in one of the most prestigious Fairfield neighborhoods. Golf lovers are sure to appreciate the proximity to the country club and the views of the Long Island Sound. Whether homeowners are looking to p…
$3.395M Property In Sherman Comes With 47 Acres Along Candlewood Lake $3.395M Property In Sherman Comes With 47 Acres Along Candlewood Lake
$3.395M Property In Sherman Comes With 47 Acres Along Candlewood Lake SHERMAN, Conn. — What will $3.395 million get you in Sherman? A contemporary mansion, 47 acres of land, and a half-mile of lakefront property.  This Wanzer Hill estate is 5,300 square feet and features four bedrooms, three full and one half bathroom. Two guest cottages also provide views of the lake.  The home also features a five-bay garage that can hold your boat. Click here to view the complete listing. 
Greenwich Equestrian Estate Listed For $21M Goes To Auction Greenwich Equestrian Estate Listed For $21M Goes To Auction
Greenwich Equestrian Estate Listed For $21M Goes To Auction GREENWICH, Conn. – A multi-million equestrian estate has been listed for $21 million, but a no-reserve auction slated for June 17 means the home could go for much less to a lucky buyer.   The 10,000 square foot home features five bedrooms and nine bathrooms set on almost 13 acres.  The estate also includes an eight-stall barn with a tack room, wash stall, feed room, half bath, inlaid rubber flooring, abundant storage areas and full hayloft. There’s a 140-foot-by-200-foot outdoor training ring in addition to the 80-foot-by-140-foot indoor ring for when the weather isn’t optimal. Click here …