Archive for July, 2008
NJ Tennis Clubs Along the Midtown Direct Train Line
July 29th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Chatham Living, Florham Park Living, Maplewood Living, Millburn & Short Hills Living, South Orange Living, Summit Living, West Orange Living
Tennis Anyone?
There are some wonderful places to play tennis in New Jersey along the Midtown Direct Train line from South Orange to Morristown and in the adjacent communites as well.
In fact, South Orange has its own version of Wimbledon at Orange Lawn with grass courts, mandatory white tennis attire and a new clubhouse equipped for elaborate catering for parties of all sizes.
CenterCourt Athletic Club of Chatham is currently under construction as it prepares for the upcoming paddle season, open indoor court time, and a full service health facility.
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Staging Your Home WILL HELP IT SELL
July 29th, 2008 Categories: Interior Design & Staging in NJ, Selling A Home in NJ
It is not often that I see such a well put together article on staging. I have found that with a little bit of effort on the part of a seller…staging will help sell the home that is also priced right, especially in this “buyer’s market.”
Ten House Selling Secrets from CNN not only provides excellent tips but has some terrific before and after pix.
Want additional staging tips or need a stager along the Midtown Direct Train Line? Contact Perri @ 973.650.4727
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Spotlight on Madison NJ: Thrift at its Best
July 24th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Madison Living
The trio of Consignment shops just off of Main St. in Madison NJ are none other than hidden gems.
Only locals know where to find them, but people come from near and far to peruse their eclectic shelves. Time after Time, Once and Again, and A New Leaf offer low prices on items ranging from flapper dresses from the fifties, to modern wears from just last season. Each offers a different array,
Once and Again for example offers refurbished furniture resold at discounted prices, while Time and Again displays gowns that hang from the ceiling. What’s more, the stores are all staffed by local volunteers who keep these small town treasures up and running…
Whether you are looking for a vintage bargain or just interested in browsing, the ever changing inventory is something to be experienced!
Time After Time
81 Main St.
973-966-6877
Want to learn more about Madison, NJ? Contact Perri K. Feldman @ 973.650.4727 or email Perri@MidtownDirectHomes.com
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West Orange High School Graduates 429 in 2008
July 24th, 2008 Categories: Education in NJ, West Orange Living
There were 429 graduates from West Orange High School at the Richard Codey Arena on June 23, 2008.
Five students are off to the Ivy’s…Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania and Yale University.
44 – Essex County College
38 - County College of Morris
33 - Rutgers University
24 - Montclair State University
23 – Kean University
10 – New Jersey Institute of Technology
8 – William Patterson University
7 - Pennsylvania State University
6 - Bloomfield College
6 - University of Maryland
5 - Seton Hall University
4 – Berkley College
4 - Boston University
4 - Farleigh Dickinson University
4 - New Jersey City University
3 – Ramapo College
3 - Union County College
3 - University of Vermont
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2008 Chatham High School Graduates 233
July 18th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Chatham Living, Education in NJ
Chatham New Jersey has a lot to be proud of:
In February 2008, Chatham, NJ was named the best place to live by New Jersey Monthly and the 2008 Graduating Class from Chatham High School is sending four to the Ivys including Brown, Cornell, Dartmouth and Harvard.
Where are the rest of the 2008 graduates going?
8-Villanova University
7-St. Joseph’s University
6-University of Scranton
5-County College of Morris
5-George Washington University
5-Lehigh University
5-Loyola College of Maryland
5-Miami University Oxford
4-Elon University
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2008 Livingston NJ High School Sends Twelve to Ivys
July 18th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Education in NJ, Livingston Living
The 2008 graduates of Livingston High School have big plans for their Freshman year at college.
Twelve will be entering Ivy League Schools including Brown, Columbia, Cornell, University of Pennsylvania.
Where are the rest going? It is quite an impressive list:
29 - Rutgers University
16 - County College of Morris
12 - SUNY – Binghamton
11 - Montclair State University
10 - University of Maryland
9 - New York University
8 - University of Rhode Island
7 - Pennsylvania State University
7 – College of New Jersey
7 - University of Arizona
7 - University of Delaware
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Where Will the Road Lead the Students from Madison High School?
July 13th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Education in NJ, Madison Living
Madison, New Jersey is home to three important Universities:
College of St. Elizabeth
Drew University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
With a bustling downtown, great restaurants and college feel, Madison, New Jersey has long been a favorite community along the Midtown Direct Train line.
So where are the 2008 graduates of Madison High School off to next year?
Two students are off to the Ivy’s: Columbia and Cornell.
28-County College of Morris
11-Rutgers University
4-Montclair State University
4-University of Delaware
3-College of New Jersey
3-Pennsylvania State University
3-Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
3-Susquehanna University
3-United States Marine Corps
3-University of Illinois – Champaign/Urbana
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241 Students Graduate from Summit High School in 2008
July 12th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Education in NJ, Summit Living
On a beautiful June evening 241 Seniors graduated from Summit High School at the Metro Homes Field in Summit, New Jersey.
Eight students are heading to the Ivy’s: Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth and Princeton.
Where are the rest going? It is quite an impressive list:
9 Rutgers University
5 Bucknell University
5 George Washington University
4 County College of Morris
4 Dickinson College
4 Kean University
4 Loyola College of Maryland
4 New York University
4 University of Vermont
3 College of William and Mary
3 Cornell University
3 Drew University
3 Duke University
3 Elon University
3 Gettysburg College
3 Lynchburg College
3 School of Visual Arts
3 Seton Hall University
3 Skidmore College
3 Universidad Interamericana de Costa Rica
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Short Hills Ranked #6 Gay Ghetto
July 7th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Millburn & Short Hills Living
Short Hills, New Jersey was ranked sixth in the GLBT Gay Ghetto Top 10 based on their analysis of demographics and real estate sales data throughout the USA linking towns that are “most in vogue with the diverse GLBT community.”
Short Hills was tied with Dallas/Fort Worth
(Metuchen/Surrounding NJ was included…but for those not in the know, these two towns are too far enough apart and different to be grouped together…could they have meant Millburn?)
And I quote:
#6
Dallas/Fort Worth, TX & Short Hills/Metuchen/Surrounding, NJ
(2-Way Tie)
Dallas/Fort Worth has a relatively young population, a steady economy, a low cost of living, and one of the biggest commercial fashion and furniture districts in the USA. The “Big D” is also big in terms of GLBT communities that can be found throughout the sprawling city with a high concentration along Greenville Ave., Cedar Springs Road, and Oak Lawn Avenue. The Dallas gay Mecca converges in the gorgeous historic Turtle Creek area – home to the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Dallas Theater Center. Neighboring Fort Worth is a smaller city with big city GLBT amenities including its own gay film festival and rodeo.
Short Hills/Metuchen/Surrounding Areas Natural and historical beauty, vibrant downtown venues that retain quaint charms but exceptionally innovative restaurants and shops, the nationally recognized Paper Mill Playhouse, a first-class school system, and easy commutes into the Big Apple all conspire to make this area a uniquely awesome place to live. These valuable features have not been lost on the GLBT community that thrives in this Victorian-era central New Jersey enclave of restored antique homes and outstanding real estate investment opportunities.
To read the full article: GLBT Gay Ghetto Top 10
Want to learn more about Short Hills or see all available homes in Short Hills? Call Perri K. Feldman at 973.650.4727 to learn more.
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South Orange NJ Home Sales First Half 2008
July 5th, 2008 Categories: Buying a Home in NJ, Recent New Jersey Home Sales, South Orange Living
South Orange, NJ home sales for the first six months of 2008 saw a 19% drop in volume and a 10% drop in average price of homes sold versus last year.
The good news is that buyers are continuing to view properties in town and that homes that are priced well are selling. Average Days on Market are up only 1% over the first six months of 2007.
So if you are looking for a 3-4 bedroom home thirty minutes from New York City, South Orange has wonderful values with the average price of homes sold currently at $575,503.
There are currently 177 homes on the market in South Orange, the same as were on at this point last year. Want to see what is available? Contact Perri K. Feldman @ 973.650.4727 or see for yourself online
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