When we talk about owning a piece of Americana we often think of farmland and fields, wide-open space and room to roam. It conjures up visions of the American heartland, places way west of here. But it is possible to own that field of dreams right in nearby Norfolk. In this commuter-rail accessible town, you can weave your roots right in suburbs south of Boston on 12 acres of pristine farmland where there’s a builder-owned slice of American pie.
Testimonials about Franklin line the pages of Realtor Susan Morrison’s beauty sheet. It’s a smart snapshot of this 30,000+ -population town. Reasons to live there go on for pages, touting everything from the low tax rate to the town’s renowned Fourth of July celebration. It makes for fun facts and an interesting litany of local attractions to skim that only add to her main attraction on the real estate page agenda, 109 Fall Lane, Franklin.
The housing market is heating up, with first-time buyers looking to take advantage of a major credit that will soon expire, area agents said yesterday.
This is a studious house. Oh, we’ll get to the spacious kitchen, beautiful hardwood floors, and European-like gardens.
One of the busiest (real estate) markets identified in Massachusetts was within the MetroWest communities where sales remained steady.
Custom residential architecture translates for different people into different things. For one person, it means designing the perfect floor plan delivering optimum functionality. For another, it’s all about natural light and open space, the feng shui of things. And for others, a design can be wholly geared toward a specific passion, be it customized workspace or a master suite that is high on aesthetic appeal.
The home at 13 Whispering Lane may be just the ticket for buyers looking for European allure. Set at the end of an estate-like entrance and a sweeping lawn cascading with a snow-covered carpet, this Wayland property boasts an imported lifestyle. “Opulent and gracious, a little bold and very entertainment-oriented, it’s all part of this magnificent property,” said Realtor Fern Firth of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.
First-time buyers purchased more than half the homes sold in the state last year, a study released today finds.
Charena Farms is all about family living. The established Wayland neighborhood is prime real estate when it comes to good schools, safe streets, and family-oriented activities. In fact, it’s said that on any given Saturday morning almost every car in the neighborhood is pointed toward the local soccer field. The biggest challenge facing young families, who find this area most desirable, is price-point.
The home at 38 Kim Place easily meets the standard. For house-hunters in search of an executive-style property in a popular neighborhood setting, this 3,376-square-foot, contemporary colonial is not to be missed. The Holliston home boasts every anticipated amenity, and is immaculately maintained.
