North Shore Real Estate

New Listing! Hamilton MA !

Kristal Pooler — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:12:00 GMT

• 1,887 sq. ft., 1 bath, 4 bdrm single story - MLS® $479,900 South Hamilton, Hamilton - A crisp and sophisticated aesthetic augments the easy style of this brilliant single level home.The renovated kitchen/dining room is bathed in sunlight from vaulted ceilings and skylights. Gleaming hardwood floors illuminate the freshly painted interior. The living room welcomes with fireside warmth and comfort. The recently added 16' x 20' room over the two-car garage can be used as a guest suite, office, or family room. Atrium sliders off of the dining room open to a large composite deck, flat fenced yard, and wonderful gardens. This home is smart, functional, and inviting.

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Price Reduced on 31 Waterman Rd Gloucester $819K

Kristal Pooler — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:32:00 GMT

Wingaersheek, Gloucester - Announcing a price reduction on 31 Waterman Rd, Gloucester!. Now MLS® $819,000 - $40K Reduction!. Fabulous for extended family and entertaining!

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Open House in Chebacco Lake on Sunday

Kristal Pooler — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 17:51:00 GMT

Chebacco Lake, Essex - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 77 Wood Drive on February 27 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

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52 MARTIN ST. ESSEX Has Sold!

Kristal Pooler — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:15:00 GMT

We are happy to announce that our listing at 52 Martin Street has sold at 97% of the listing price. The new owners plan to connect the two structures to create a spectacular new home! Take a look at this property as it exists now...(read more)

Exquisite Essex Estate

Kristal Pooler — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:05:00 GMT

10+ Acres on the Marsh!

• 4,753 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm 3 story - MLS® $1,399,000

South Essex, Essex - A brilliant contemporary rendition of the classic shingle style, this exciting 3 story, 4+ bedroom home promotes exuberant entertaining and comfortable family living under its great triangular gable. Enjoy inspirational views and singular privacy on 10+ acres with frontage on Essex's vast salt marsh. Over sized windows and clerestories fill the generously proportioned rooms with abundant sunlight. The home's hub is the iconic country kitchen complete with paneled Sub Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, Viking Professional stove and a granite island. The adjacent family room invites you to sit by it's warming fireplace or to step outside through the atrium doors to the marsh view porch. Joyful gatherings are a certainty in the formal dining room with its 5 floor to ceiling windows. Adjourn to the step down living room with fireplace and flanking French doors that open to a railed semi -circular porch. A private master bedroom with bath en suite and elegantly crafted sitting room is a true sanctuary on the second level bedroom floor. The versatile and newly finished top floor is currently configured as a media/recreation room with skylights and Palladian windows . The lower level offers a bedroom suite with full bath that can be privately entered and could be perfect as an au pair or guest room. Scenic Apple Street is one of the North Shore's premier locations and is just a short drive to the highway, commuter rail and the highly regarded Manchester/Essex Regional Middle and High School. This stunning home is truly one of a kind.

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Dream House Alert!

Kristal Pooler — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 16:22:00 GMT

Marsh Views and Frontage

• 1,102 sq. ft., 1 bath, 2 bdrm 2 story "Built as a garage with apartment above" - MLS® $675,000

Conomo Point, Essex - Glorious 4.5+ acre parcel with newer carriage house/garage offers views and frontage on the salt marsh estuary. Deeded access to dock. Present owners built the 1+ bedroom carriage house/garage as a secondary dwelling while planning to build their dream house later. The living area has expanded into the garage bays and a bedroom added. Private, peaceful, with unlimited potential in a sought after estate neighborhood. Moments to Conomo Point and the back of Crane Beach. If you ever wished that you could find your ideal location and bide your time, live on site and plan your forever home - this could be it!

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Open House in Essex 52 Martin Street

Kristal Pooler — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:23:00 GMT

Essex - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 52 Martin Street on October 17 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This is the first open house for this special property.

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Broker Preview Essex

Kristal Pooler — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 20:48:00 GMT

Essex Falls, Essex - We invite all agents to visit our open house at 52 Martin Street on September 21 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. A tasty lunch will be served. Not a broker? Call for a private showing.

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Topsfield Farm House sells in 6 Days and Breaks Asking Price!

Kristal Pooler — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:25:00 GMT

www.65WenhamRd.com A very privately set c.1890 Victorian farmhouse with big sky views of the beautiful rolling countryside! The 1.35 acre lot offers lawns, gardens and stone walls. The 'rocking chair' farmer's porch is the perfect spot to relax and survey the natural setting. Period details blend with Tuscany colors in the classic interior." The kind of kitchen no one ever wants to leave" with breakfast bar and ceramic tile. Airy, breezy second level with 3 bedrooms, one currently...(read more)

Beverly Centerville Gem

Kristal Pooler — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:17:00 GMT

Beautiful Cul de Sac

• 2,638 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story - MLS® $659,900

Centerville, Beverly - OPEN SUNDAY 7/18 11am -1pm 3 Wadsworth Place. Strikingly impressive classic colonial on a beautiful cul de sac overlooking Beaver Pond conservation land. Considered by many to be the most desirable location within the sought after Longfellow Place subdivision, this meticulously maintained home enjoys many recent enhancements including a new master bath and eat -in kitchen. The pleasing palette of fresh interior paint plays counterpoint to the refinished hardwood floors and invites you to come in and stay awhile. Wonderful family room with cathedral ceiling and wood burning fireplace. Enjoy your more formal meals in the spacious dining room with custom cabinetry or fire up the grill on the fabulous double tiered deck for summer fun. A comfortable country lifestyle is seldom more convenient to major routes, commuter rail and the multi fold amenities of life on the North Shore!

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Price Reduced on 60 Eastern Ave in South Essex

Kristal Pooler — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 12:36:00 GMT

South Essex, Essex - Announcing a price reduction on 60 Eastern Ave, a 3,042 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story. Now MLS® $595,000 - New Price.

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60 Eastern Ave Essex

Kristal Pooler — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 18:01:00 GMT

South Essex, Essex - This is an exciting Victorian in the heart of Essex. Walk to shops and restaurants . Use as a 2 family or convert to a spacious single family. Great 1.5 acre lot. 3,042 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 3 story. Now MLS® $670,000 - .

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Open House in Topsfield on Sunday

Kristal Pooler — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 17:53:00 GMT

Topsfield, Essex County - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 65 Wenham Road on June 13 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.. This is a fabulous property in a special setting!

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A Pastoral Dream Opportunity - Long Term Lease. Near Crane Beach

Kristal Pooler — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 11:57:00 GMT

• 4,063 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm 2 1/2 story "Antique Farmhouse" - MLS® $4,500 USD Monthly

Ipswich, Essex County - This is a very special property. Antique farmhouse (with inlaw setup) offers new chef's kitchen, great room solarium in addition to fabulous period rooms. Moments from Crane Beach, the farmhouse overlooks Rantoul Pond and sits on 20 private acres. It is presently being used as an herb/vegetable farm with greenhouses and gardens as well as being set up for livestock or horses. Renters could use as farm or not at their discretion. 3-5 year lease available. This home has undergone extensive renovations and features state of the art systems. Locavore enterprises take note! An Organic Gardeners dream. Please call to discuss the details

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Maplecroft Farm in Ipswich is Preserved!

Kristal Pooler — Tue, 04 May 2010 19:25:00 GMT

It's official! Greenbelt, The Trust for Public Land, The Town of Ipswich, MA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation, and the MA Dept. of Agriculture have successfully protected the 247-acre Maplecroft Farm in Ipswich. Thanks to all who contributed to this important project. More info about the property is here. Our office looks out over Greenbelt's headquarters in Essex....(read more)

Open House 9 Bittersweet Lane Hamilton!

Kristal Pooler — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:29:00 GMT

South Hamilton, Hamilton - A true value! $127K below assessed. We invite everyone to visit our open house at 9 Bittersweet Lane on March 14 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

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Equestrian Estate in Hamilton MA

Kristal Pooler — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:21:00 GMT

Hamilton's Premier Neighborhood!

• 3,585 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm single story - $1,499,000

South Hamilton, Hamilton - Prominently located in an enclave of larger estates in the midst of Myopia Hunt Country, this heart warming antique offers period details, great flow and comfortable living. Fireplaces in almost every room and beamed ceilings. Priceless shade trees. Overland views of stunning paddocks, lawn, and garden. 3 Stall barn and access to trails.

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9 Bittersweet Lane in South Hamilton

Kristal Pooler — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:31:00 GMT

South Hamilton - This is a very substantial home in a great neighborhood. Don't miss your chance to see this home!: 3,687 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 1/2 story "Finished Attic". Now MLS® $649,900 - 120K+ Below Assessment. More Info at www.9BittersweetLane.com

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Smaller is Bigger than Ever

Kristal Pooler — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:15:00 GMT

"The era of easy money is over. You really have to think before you go out and decide you need that five-bedroom, five-bath home," There is a definite trend towards smaller homes. This Wall Street Journal article describes this growing trend. Read The article Here: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704509704575019462787197650.html?mod=djemRealEstate...(read more)

64 Autumn Ln in South Hamilton is Sold!

Kristal Pooler — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 10:41:00 GMT

South Hamilton, Hamilton - Hamilton's hidden gem has sold! Located on the Hamilton's last residential subdivision buildout, this magnificent contemporary home has been purchased by a prominent local CEO. Special thanks to Sotheby's International for partnering with us in the sale.

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Reading the Tea Leaves on Rate Hikes

Kristal Pooler — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:32:00 GMT

We all got used to scrutinizing the words of Alan Greenspan and trying to interpret every nuance of his oracular utterances for a hint to what the future rates would be. Ben Bernanke has been a bit more straightforward but watched with no less intensity. Investors are fairly certain that rates will remain low for the near term - but are intensely looking for tips on when they will rise. CNBC outlines the process in this article...(read more)

Obama Administration to Standardize Short Sales

Kristal Pooler — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 15:12:00 GMT

Under water homeowners may not qualify for a mortgage modification and the banks have been fairly stingy with modifications. An alternative to foreclosure is the short sale. Short sales have been a logistical nightmare and glacial in time of execution. Recognizing this, the Obama Administration is putting together a plan to make short sales more viable. This article in Banker and Tradesman outlines the proposed changes....(read more)

A Family Watchdog

Kristal Pooler — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 20:06:00 GMT

Every once in awhile I stumble upon a really useful website. The Family Watchdog Website is just such a site. It is an excellent national registry for sex offenders. In my area finding where convicted sex offenders reside is often a difficult task - even on the web. Family Watchdog makes it simple with an address search and interactive map with the places offenders live mapped and clickable. A photo and details of the offender's criminal history is readily available. More than a registry, Family...(read more)

Fear Mounts for Double Dip in Housing

Kristal Pooler — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:52:00 GMT

Existing 'For Sale' housing inventory is ready to balloon over the next 2 years. An article in the November 19th Wall Street Journal takes a good look at the challenges for housing in the near term. Builders are gloomy. An estimated 7 million new foreclosures are set to hit in the next 24 months. Take a moment and let me know what you think of this article...(read more)

Manchester MA Ocean Front Estate is a Cut Above

Kristal Pooler — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:29:00 GMT

Manchester surely has the most magnificent homes on the North Shore, Seagate is one extraodinary property. Call me for a showing! Check this Video of Seagate offered at north of $8MM check out the Video: ! Seagate...(read more)