Thursday, March 29, 2007

Mahopac Central School District

Mahopac Central School District

Mahopac ranks among New York State's top school systems
We are the largest school district in Putnam County educating more than 5,000 students in four elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school.

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A Blue Ribbon School District
Five Mahopac schools have been designated Blue Ribbon Schools by the New York State Education Department and three elementary schools by
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Mahopac Embraces Technology
Staff and students utilize a wide variety of technology as a vital component within the curriculum.

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Specialized services assist students and the community
Our special services add to our strong instructional program to assist students and community members as well.
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Library media centers meet needs of students and teachers
The school library media centers support the curriculum and independent reading of our students with ore than 100,000 books, educational videos, periodicals, on-line research sources, and more. A centralized library card catalog system is available on the Internet.
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A staff committed to raising achievement levels of all students
Through ongoing, comprehensive staff development, our talented professionals and support staff are continuously developing new skills to challenge students. Our district's low pupil-to-staff ratio better serves the needs of all our students.
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Friday, March 23, 2007

The Preserve at Somers - Open house to be aired on TV!


OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY March 24th, 2007 1-5PM


Come see this lovely home to be featured on a real estate show on the TLC Network! To RSVP and for directions call - 914-403-4868.


Gorgeous Colonial in "The Preserve at Somers". Built in 2002, 3 1/2 bath, 3650 sq. feet. Fabulous kitchen with maple cabinets, Corian countertops and tumbled marble backs plash. Crown Molding, Chair Railing, High Ceilings. Master bedroom suite with Jacuzzi, Gorgeous mahogany mantle surrounds fireplace in family room. Finished lower level with additional family room, bedroom and full bath is the ideal setup for nanny or guests. Beautiful landscaping, large deck and property for entertaining. Recent price reduction, lowest price on the market in the development and best value in the area. Recent comparable's sold for over $50,000 more and were smaller and less to offer, this home is a must see! $100,000 price reduction! Motivated seller present all offers. Conveniently located to Rte. 6, I684, Katonah and Goldens Bridge train stations.

For more information visit ThePreserveAtSomers.com or www.MikeTrinch.com

Thursday, March 22, 2007

Brewster NY Real Estate, Home for Sale

Brewster NY Home For Sale


Beautiful oversized home on 2.75 acres on cul-de-sac in sought after family neighborhood. 4 bed, 2 1/2 bath, 3,128 sq. feet. New kitchen w/granite counter tops, double oven, new appliances. Gorgeous 21 x 25 foot spacious master suite w/vaulted ceiling, 13 ft. walk-in closet & slider to side patio. 3800 sq. foot Unilock teardrop driveway w/professional landscaping. Large finished family room in lower level w/wood burning stove, lots of storage. Conveniently located to Rt. 22, 684, 84, Metro North














Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Townhouses and Condos in Putnam County NY

Some of the most popular home searches in Putnam County are townhouse or townhomes and condo's. There are many 1st time home buyers starting their search this year and the majority are looking for a townhouse to get started, build some equity then over the course of a few years when they have a child or 2 and outgrow the townhouse they begin their search for a house.

Their are many townhouse developments in Putnam County in the towns of Mahopac, Carmel, Brewster, Patterson and Putnam Valley. The following are some of the most popular townhouse developments in the area:




Townhouses in Mahopac NY


Maple Hill Estates - 75 single family attached townhouse style homes.


Society Hill - 100 towhouses located right off route 6 close to all.

Williamsburg Ridge - 89 units featuring pool, playground, tennis.

Hunters Run - a private (PUD) community of 49 mostly detached homes on over 40 acres.

White Sail - popular condo complex in a garden style building in Mahopac overlooking Lake Mahopac.

Water Club - Water Club is a 3 floor condo builiding overlooking Lake Mahopac with lake rights to private beach right across the street.


Townhouses in Carmel NY

Hunters Glen

Kings Grant

Sparrow Ridge

Clearing in The Woods

Vista on The Lake

Fox Run

Woodland Trail

Misty Hills

The Fairways

The Retreat at Carmel

Country Villas at Stoneleigh

Twin Brook Manor




Townhouses in Brewster NY


Reed Farm

Fieldstone Pond

Eagles Ridge

Blackberry Village

Holly Stream

Virginia Woods

Brewster Woods



Townhouses in Patterson NY

Cornwall Meadows

Patterson Village

Covington Green


Townhouses in Putnam Valley NY

Highfields





Monday, March 19, 2007

Gorgeous colonial with heated in-ground pool on 2 acres!


Gorgeous, updated Colonial in sought after prestigious Salem Ridge. Huge 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath 3200 sq. feet, huge 3 level Trex deck, Heated 20x40 in-ground pool, 2 acres of privacy in young cul-de-sac neighborhood! Marble entry, Hardwood floors, large gourmet eat-in-kitchen, family room/Great Room w/fireplace, vaulted ceilings & Brazilian Rosewood floors. Large master bedroom and 3 very large bedrooms. Minutes to Metro North, 684 and Westchester border. 1 yr HomeProtection Plan included.
For more photos click: Carmel NY Home for Sale

Mahopac New Construction, New Homes in Mahopac



Looking for New Construction in Mahopac? Mahopac offers new construction in a few new communities including Baldwin Estates, Baldwin Meadows also known as Grand Meadow Estates, The Reserve at Lake Mahopac, Lakeview At Hill Farm, Kirkwood Estates, The Heights At Wixon Pond and Wood Glen Estates.


Search Mahopac New Construction for all new homes in Mahopac NY currently for sale or click individual links below.






Wood Glen Estates


There are many new homes in Mahopac that are not part of a brand new subdivision like the ones listed above so be sure to click Mahopac New Construction for all new homes in Mahopac NY

Beautiful Oversized Raised Ranch On Private 1/2 Acre



To see more photos please visit:


Beautiful Oversized Raised Ranch On Private 1/2 Acre In Sought After Quiet Cul-de-sac Neighborhood. 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 2 car garage, 2200 sq. feet. Many Updates Include Eat-in-kitchen, Bathrooms, Hardwood Floors, New Roof, Bow Window, Driveway. Huge Deck Off Dining Room, Lovely Manicured Yard Great For Entertaining, Oversized 2 Car Garage. Sought After Blue Ribbon Mahopac Schools. Close To School, Shopping, Mahopac Lake, 3 Miles To Taconic Parkway. Weichert Home Protection Plan Included.


To see more homes in Mahopac check out: Mahopac Real Estate Guide

Sunday, March 11, 2007

Lake Mahopac NY

Lake Mahopac in Mahopac, NY




Some of the highest prices in Mahopac are found on the north shore of the lake. Mansions, both historic and new, many with private tennis courts, can be glimpsed through the trees along North Lake Boulevard. Adding to the boulevard's prestige is the Mahopac Country Club, a 109-year-old private golf club.


On the lake's east shore, the boulevard divides more modest homes from their lake frontage. Owners carefully stake out lakefront parcels with fences and trees. Many parcels have docks, as motor boating is permitted on the lake. Slip rentals and mooring services are also available through MacDonald Marine and Mahopac Marina.



The owners of one Mahopac property are completing a dream project to build a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home on a private island within Lake Mahopac. Every summer, the lake is filled with boaters, water skiers and swimmers, reminding observers why Mahopac became so popular nearly 200 years ago.



To read more about Mahopac Lake and to see wondeferul photos of the lake check out the following link: Homes for sale on Lake Mahopac NY

Tuesday, March 6, 2007

Recent Home Sales in Mahopac NY

12/20/2006 $550,000 56 WATERMELON HILL
12/20/2006 $489,500 30 KINGS RIDGE
12/18/2006 $445,000 109 IVY HILL
12/15/2006 $210,000 141 LAKE
12/8/2006 $440,000 248 SHEAR HILL
12/7/2006 $690,000 56 HILLSIDE
12/1/2006 $355,000 34 GREENFIELD
11/29/2006 $319,743 46 AGOR
11/28/2006 $490,000 331 ARCHER
11/20/2006 $520,000 84 MACGREGOR
11/20/2006 $434,000 23 SCOUT HILL
11/17/2006 $255,000 223 TOPLAND
11/10/2006 $502,000 18 SCOTT
11/6/2006 $650,000 18 PEARCE
11/6/2006 $548,000 29 POUTING ROCK
11/6/2006 $466,000 41 LONGDALE
11/2/2006 $605,000 256 WOOD
10/30/2006 $395,000 415 WOODLAND
10/27/2006 $890,000 44 LAKE
10/27/2006 $800,000 3 EMILY
10/27/2006 $355,000 153 LAKE SHORE
10/25/2006 $505,000 265 SHEAR HILL
10/24/2006 $335,000 8 CLEARBROOK
10/24/2006 $257,000 14 ENTRANCE
10/20/2006 $560,000 44 NOTTINGHAM
10/20/2006$370,000197 BARRETT HILL
10/19/2006$415,00068 HAMLIN
10/12/2006$670,000417 UNION VALLEY
10/12/2006$400,00012 BAXTER
10/12/2006$337,500191 ARCHER
10/11/2006$275,00090 ORCHARD
10/5/2006$370,00032 SOMERSET
10/5/2006$360,50023 CURRY
9/29/2006$489,72088 LONGDALE
9/29/2006$370,50051 ENGLEWOOD
9/25/2006$585,10059 INDIAN HILL
9/25/2006$425,00027 HATFIELD
9/25/2006$425,00027 HATFIELD
9/22/2006$489,72088 LONGDALE
9/22/2006$470,10038 COLTON
9/22/2006$470,00038 COLTON
9/18/2006$305,000114 HILL
9/7/2006$487,000212 UNION VALLEY
8/31/2006$783,00046 SPRUCETOP
8/18/2006$550,000110 CAREY
8/17/2006$469,00046 VARNA
8/14/2006$227,500142 SEE
8/11/2006$250,00090 HILL
8/11/2006$213,0004 TOPLAND
8/9/2006 $809,00064 SPRUCETOP

Buyer’s Typical Closing Costs

Depending on where you live, the price of your home, your lender’s terms, the
distribution of fees charged to buyer and/or seller, and other factors, your
closing costs on the purchase of a home may range anywhere between 3% and 7% of
the home price, sometimes more or less.



Typical buyers’ closing charges include:

  • Loan origination fee, usually 1% of your mortgage amount

  • Discount point (or points), each usually 1% of your mortgage amount

  • Assumption fee (if you assume the seller’s old mortgage)

  • Title search fee

  • Lender’s title insurance fee

  • Owner’s title insurance fee (optional, but advisable)

  • Survey fee (if applicable)

  • Two fees that may have been paid when you applied for your loan:

    • Appraisal fee

    • Credit report fee





  • Lender’s inspection fee

  • Recording fees

  • Prepaid interest on your mortgage, covering the time between settlement
    and the first regular monthly payment

  • Prepaid mortgage insurance premium

  • Property tax, possible reimbursement to seller and/or payment on future
    taxes

  • Assessment, possible 1-to-3-month local improvement charge or
    association fee (especially applicable to condominium buyers)

  • Lawyer’s fees (if applicable)


Your lender must, by law, supply you with a pre-settlement "Good Faith
Estimate." It will not necessarily identify all actual costs. At settlement,
however, you receive a "Settlement Statement" that contains all the specific
actual charges.



Since occasional unexpected costs may surface at settlement, it is well to be
prepared for possible $200 or $300 in extras at your closing. Extra costs
usually involve partial payments for items you had not previously considered
but, at closing, wish to pay for: fuel oil left in the seller’s tank, firewood,
continuation of lawn service, or the purchase of a major appliance.



Since actual costs vary, call or e-mail us for typical figures in your area.
Your calls and e-mails are always welcome.

Gorgeous 5 bed colonial in The Preserve at Somers!


Somers Preserve, The Preserve at Somers NY, Somers NY Real Estate


$799,000


Gorgeous Colonial in "The Preserve at Somers". Built in 2002, 3 1/2 bath, 3650 sq. feet. Fabulous kitchen with maple cabinets, Corian countertops and tumbled marble backs plash. Crown Molding, Chair Railing, High Ceilings. Master bedroom suite with Jacuzzi, Gorgeous mahogany mantle surrounds fireplace in family room. Finished lower level with additional family room, bedroom and full bath is the ideal setup for nanny or guests. Beautiful landscaping, large deck and property for entertaining. Recent price reduction, lowest price on the market in the development and best value in the area. Recent comparable's sold for over $50,000 more and were smaller and less to offer, this home is a must see! $100,000 price reduction! Motivated seller present all offers.
Conveniently located to Rte. 6, I684, Katonah and Goldens Bridge train stations.



The Preserve at Somers in Baldwin Place NY


For more information and photo's visit ThePreserveAtSomers.com

Putnam County NY Real Estate Blog

Welcome to my blog.

Here you will find information and homes for sale in Putnam County NY and upper Westchester County NY. Areas of specializiation are: Mahopac, Carmel, Brewster, Patterson, Somers and Yorktown Heights.

Please visit my informative web site at MikeTrinch.com


Whether you are a first time buyer or an experienced investor, you will find useful information about how to choose the "right" property, making an offer, negotiating, financing, mortgage rates, moving, and everything involved in making an informed real estate decision in todays market.

Please feel free to browse through this site to explore Putnam County homes for sale in the communities of Mahopac, Carmel, Brewster, Patterson, Kent and Putnam Valley NY.

I also specialize in Northern Westchester County NY Real Estate, including homes for sale in the communities of Yorktown Heights NY , Somers NY and more.

Popular home searches include Townhouses in Putnam County NY as well as Townhouses in Westchester County NY.

This comprehensive online tool offers direct access to the latest properties for sale in your area. Featuring extensive community information, answers to commonly asked real estate questions, and more, you'll find everything about real estate within one easy source.

Putnam County NY and upper Westchester County NY are known for the vast amount of new homes being built. Putnam County NY New Homes

Looking for New Construction in Mahopac? Mahopac offers new construction in a few new communities including Baldwin Estates, Baldwin Meadows in Mahopac also known as Grand Meadow Estates, The Reserve at Lake Mahopac, Lakeview At Hill Farm, Kirkwood Estates, The Heights At Wixon Pond and Wood Glen Estates. Search Mahopac NY New Construction for all new homes in Mahopac NY currently for sale.

Mahopac also has some of the most beautiful houses located on Lake Mahopac. Some of the highest priced homes in Mahopac are found on the north shore of the Mahopac Lake. Mansions, both historic and new, many with private tennis courts, can be glimpsed through the trees along North Lake Boulevard.

Lakefront property in Mahopac is very sought after. For more information on Lake Mahopac check out Lake Mahopac NY Raal Estate

Looking for New Construction in Carmel NY? Carmel offers new construction in a few new communities including Michael's Glen and River Run as well as many other new homes in other parts of Carmel. Search Carmel NY New Construction for all new homes in Carmel, NY.

Looking for New Construction in Yorktown Heights NY? Yorktown Heights offers new construction in a few new communities including Hilltop Hanover Farm, Stone Ridge, Turkey Mountain Preserves, Yorktowne Mews, Dorchester Heights and Resorvoir Estates. Search Yorktown Heights NY New Construction for all new homes in Yorktown Heights currently for sale.

If you currently own property and are thinking of placing it on the market, this site contains information about preparing your home for sale, selecting the right agent, pricing your home appropriately, marketing it effectively, going through the inspection processes, and receiving a timely market evaluation.

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