Market Trends for Fairfield County

It's amazing to see that some towns are "hot," and some are not. Take a look at the following statistics....

These figures were compiled for the towns of Norwalk, Weston, Westport, Wilton and Fairfield.
Norwalk Population 84,925 approx
Weston Population 10,000 approx
Westport Population 28,000 approx
Wilton Population 18,000 approx
Fairfield Population 57,861 approx

CTS Listings: Single Family Homes (February 18, 2010)

Norwalk 42 average market time 100
Weston 12 average market time 158
Westport 19 average market time 95
Wilton 13 average market time 170
Fairfield 52 average market time 63

PENDING Listings: Singe Family Homes (Jan. 16 - Feb. 17, 2010)

Norwalk 22 average market time 90
Weston 8 average market time 150
Westport 19 average market time 99
Wilton 6 average market time 106
Fairfield 20 average market time 114


Comparison for years 2009 & 2010 - to date -

According to the CMLS, the Average Price for Houses and Condominiums SOLD

TOWN	PROPERTY TYPE		JAN '10 Units Avg. Price		JAN '09 Units Avg. Price
NORWALK	Single Family		28 490,980		23 724,219
	Condominium		15 271,047		13 266,192
WESTON	Single Family		7 761,807		5 887,500
WESTPORT	Single Family		13 1,859,038		5 688,212
	Condominium		0 ---------		1 777,500
WILTON	Single Family		7 896,443		2 1,185,000
	Condominium		0 ---------		0 ---------
FAIRFIELD	Single Family		39 623,060		17 548,634
	Condominium		3 302,000		7 472,000

Information in the chart is compiled by and based upon Multiple Listing Service data from the Mid-Fairfield County Association of Realtors and is deemed reliable for sales reported to the association, but is not guaranteed and does not include all sales in the market area. This information covers Wilton, Weston, Westport, Norwalk, and Fairfield.

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Dagny Eason

(203) 858-4853

dagnyeason@gmail.com

www.WiltonAreaRealEstate.com

I will combine my time, energy, and service with my company's latest technology and marketing skills to succeed in the sale or purchase of your home. I have always been a believer in top quality service, and know that I would be a valuable and knowledgeable asset to any family moving in or out of Fairfield County.

(Congregational Church in Center of Wilton)

Knowledge Experience Professionalism

I look forward to helping you realize your dreams and are confident that you will feel I exceeded your every expectation.




(The Village Market - Wilton)

Does your Town Allow Plastic Bags?

Does your Town Allow Plastic Bags?

Wilton, CT has just put out the idea that they will ban plastic bags in all stores within the next six months. I thought that it had already been passed, but then read "probably six months....." What is there to think about? Are they worried about the stores' inventories of bags? Who cares? Let's get started! Besides, there are some amazingly cool bags out there!

Westport, CT, the neighboring town, has had a ban in place for a while, and found there was no resistence to it anywhere. Stores, public, - all love it! No more bags blowing in the wind along the highways, nor in the rivers and streams, and none in the parking lots or beaches, either! Everyone had already bought all of these recycleable bags, -- they were just forgetting to use them. I know I forget sometimes, and remember sometimes.

Costco has never had bags to hand out, and all of us "make do." I think it's time for all of the stores to begin behaving "green" and forcing we the public to be "green" and not just talk about it.... We should still be busy reusing the ones we have in our homes, but not bringing home more! Let's learn how to keep our real estate clean...

This is an easy fix for our environment, unlike global warming..... lots of baby steps, and we'll get there!

I certainly hope that Wilton will consider going "green" with recycleable bags sooner than 6 months!

Does your Town Allow Plastic Bags? How long do you think it will be?

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Dagny Eason

(203) 858-4853

DagnyEason@gmail.com

I will combine my time, energy, and service with my company's latest technology and marketing skills to succeed in the sale or purchase of your home. I have always been a believer in top quality service, and know that I would be a valuable and knowledgeable asset to any family moving in or out of Fairfield County.

Knowledge Experience Professionalism

I look forward to helping you realize your dreams and are confident that you will feel I exceeded your every expectation.

(Congregational Church in Center of Wilton) (The Village Market - Wilton)

The WOW Factor! Fido's Food Bin Now Closed

THE WOW FACTOR!

THE WOW FACTOR!

FIDO'S FOOD BIN, an absolutely amazing pet supply store, has an extremely loyal following for miles around. I stopped by today to say "Hello" and Liz immediately asked, "Is it time already?" (I collect wonderful donations from the community stores to distribute to the returning Survivors during their celebration dinner at the Relay For Life each year in May. - They always contribute!)

I told her "No," and went on to explain that I was just at the Village Market, and thought I would stop in. A gal walked in with her dog, and asked for a Valentine treat for her dog, and -- this next part amazed me! Liz told her that she didn't have what the gal wanted, but she could find it upstairs in the Village Market, and then told her exactly where to go in the store to find it! She then went on to explain that the treats at the Market were very natural and clean (no antibiotics, chemicals of any kind..) as their things at Fido's were. I am sure that this gal was about to become a CLIENT FOR LIFE, and also would tell all of her friends about this find.

As I looked around, I realized what they were referring to..... there were no brands that the average person is used to seeing. All were natural, and free of all chemicals, etc. There were bags and cans of food from WELLNESS, BLUE BUFFALO, EVO, and MERRICK. All looked so healthy, so I had to ask about it all. Skip stepped in and explained that they screen all the foods to make sure that they are from farms that are organic, and free of the chemicals, and even check that the factories are clean and do not add anything.

Blue Buffalo is a local company that is extremely conscientious about how their foods are produced. In addition, they donate a lot to the cure for cancer in animals with every sale.

I asked what is their "MOST POPULAR ITEM? -What do folks drive far to get?"" I was so surprised to have Skip jump in immediately with, "OUR PRICES!" He went on to explain that their prices are lower than Petco and Petsmart on most of their products, and that folks came from far to buy from them. They have been in town for 13 years, so that speaks to the fact that they have a huge local clientele with the local homeowners.

They are an extremely customer oriented store, also. Everyone is greeted by name as they come in.... The WOW FACTOR!!!!

So, I had to write something after all of that.... go check them out - I don't even have pets anymore... and I love going in..

Giving to Relay For Life, local churches' silent auctions, school sports fundraisers, etc. They sure give back!

Oh! I forgot to tell you! They are Cancer Surviviors themselves!

THE WOW FACTOR!

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Contact:

Dagny Eason

(203) 858-4853

www.WiltonAreaRealEstate.com

DagnyEason@gmail.com

DagnyEason@gmail.com

I will combine my time, energy, and service with my company's latest technology and marketing skills to succeed in the sale or purchase of your home. I have always been a believer in top quality service, and know that I would be a valuable and knowledgeable asset to any family moving in or out of Fairfield County.

Knowledge Experience Professionalism

I look forward to helping you realize your dreams and are confident that you will feel I exceeded your every expectation.

(Congregational Church in Center of Wilton) (The Village Market - Wilton)

The Turnover Shop in Wilton, CT

The Turnover Shop in Wilton, CT is located just around the corner and below the Wilton Village Market (best food store in town!) Yes, it is the local thrift shop!

This shop benefits the Wilton school system - all donations and monies made go directly to the schools in town. They have a wonderful system, whereby one can pop in anytime between 10 am and 4 pm and just drop donations, pick up a donation tax sheet, and out you go. If you wanted to consign items, you would need to go between 10 am and noon on only Tuesdays and Thursdays. Most everyone just drops donations from their b and runs. It is a nice way to clean out your home closets, and contribute to the Wilton schools.

The staff is 100% volunteer, and most have been working there for at least 20 years, if not a lot longer. They know everyone in town, and all that is going on in town.

Many folks go in and browse the racks during the consignment drop off times, as that's when the pricier items will come in. There are always fabulous treasures to be found! Beautiful mink coats have been known to be dropped off!

When too many things have been dropped off, or the items are too large to have there (furniture,) they will simply send the extras off to Bridgeport, where all will be put to great use.

Do you have a place like this in your town? And a benefit to a worthy local cause?

The Turnover Shop in Wilton, CT is the place to volunteer and be! -- and still give to the Wilton Schools!!!
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I will combine my time, energy, and service with my company's latest technology and marketing skills to succeed in the sale or purchase of your home. I have always been a believer in top quality service, and know that I would be a valuable and knowledgeable asset to any family moving in or out of Fairfield County.

Knowledge Experience Professionalism

I look forward to helping you realize your dreams and are confident that you will feel I exceeded your every expectation.

It actually, really works!

It actually, really works!

I am soo excited about this Active Rain!!!



I have always assumed that it would take years and years of blogging and a beautiful website, etc. I have been semi-active with Active Rain now for three years, and put up a post on my blog occasionally.



I just looked at what would happen if I googled "Wilton CT real estate," and found that Active Rain was near the top of the first page, and I am featured, so it immediately puts me out there! The only competition on the first page was big brokerage houses, which is to be expected. Perhaps I will surpass them also one day. Hmmmm ... wouldn't that be interesting?



This just gave me an enormous amount of inspiration to continue and expand what I am doing! The next thing that I would like to expand into is placing pictures and articles about Wilton on the internet. It is such a fabulous area to live in, and extremely picturesque with all of this snow we have at the moment. Wish me luck! Gosh, I love what I do! Working with people and finding them homes and situations that fit them and make them happy is the best!



I am "singing in the rain!"

It actually, really works!

Do you think there are better approaches to take at this time? Please give me your input on what you think.....

New Inspiration for Blogging after 7 months of Quiet

New Inspiration for Blogging after 7 months of Quiet


New Inspiration for Blogging after 7 months of Quiet

Well, this morning we boarded our flight to Bozeman, Montana to see Wendy and Dave for 8 days, and, of course, everyone was so helpful that I neglected to grab my computer or book out of my carryon bag. It ended up in an overhead three rows behind us, and had to be turned sideways to fit—so now other folk’s things were piled in front. By the time I sat down, I realized I had two and a half hours with no book or computer, and both my seat mates had great books they were already deeply immersed in.

So, as I sat and tried to read “Delta,” I began to think about the direction of all of my efforts in the real estate business, and how I had neglected all of my friends from years past. Then, through the fog, I had a brainstorm! I feel so totally out of touch, not being involved in the school system or with families anymore in my “Dagny’s Kiddie-Care” business (now that it is closed) ----- why not call 1-3 friends every week and pick their brains on all of the fun goings on around town from their perspective? The pickings could be anything from the latest great trip, to a road being paved, to next week’s Pumpkin Festival, etc. This could be local information, someone’s experience, some great tidbit, etc. This way I can still stay in touch, and yet GIVE to everyone, the way I like to, through a blog. It would be anonymous or quoted, whatever each would like. This way, we could all share….. A shop in town might like to be quoted for sure, for example. They might like to spread the word about a special item or sale, ….. It could be a great source of information for all of us in this area of Fairfield County and Wilton. If anyone had any awesome pictures, I could post them on my South Wilton localism blog along with the information/ stories …..

New Inspiration for Blogging after 7 months of Quiet

So, what do you think of my great excuse to catch up with you all, and then get a great chance to ramble, which I am so good at? Please throw your comments and ideas out there for me!

Is There a Good Use for Old Balloons?

Is There a Good Use for Old Balloons?

Whenever I conduct an Open House for a listing, whether the home is large or small, single family or condominium, I always bring loads of balloons to it. I love to use them to attach to signs to grab folks’ attention to come in, but I also love to have the balloons in the house. That way, it looks festive and welcoming. If families come with children, it’s a great gift for the kids, and an ice breaker for the adults, if they are uncomfortable about being approached.

However, there have recently been some open houses that have not had any children come at all. Now, I HATE to pop balloons that have not been enjoyed yet.
Anyone who knows me well, knows that I am HUGE on recycling. An unused balloon for me is the kiss of death. A couple of weeks ago, I finished an open house with 8 balloons, and no kids around. On my way to the car, I passed a father and little boy starting out on a walk. Yea! One balloon given out! But, as I picked up my signs, I was picking up more balloons! Oh, no! I would glance into each car that passed me, hoping desperately to find a child in a car seat. One or two, and I passed the balloons to them…. But, at the end of the day, I still had four balloons, and no one around.

Where could I find some little kids in a friendly environment to give these balloons away? Yureka! The Village Market! In the center of Wilton! So, I drove over, and walked in, carrying my four balloons. There! At the checkout was a family with two kids… I asked the mom if she minded me sharing these balloons with her kids – yes! -- yea! All were totally delighted! Now, perhaps I would have been a little better served if I had remembered to introduce myself, so they might have had a clue that I was a real estate agent, and they might remember me sometime in the future…….

I was just so ecstatic to be able to give those balloons another life after the open house, and watch the absolute delight on those kids’ faces……

What could be better?? Is There a Good Use for Old Balloons?

Houses DO sell in Wilton, CT!

Houses DO sell in Wilton, CT!
How much fun is it when in a quiet market like this, a real estate agent can get a lot of awards!

I just opened a letter from the company announcing that I got Top Selling Agent Award for July from Raveis in Wilton, CT! That's now several for this year.

I think that if you can locate the qualified buyers at this time, there is plenty of business out there. There certainly are sellers with a huge desire to sell their homes, so all we need are QUALIFIED buyers. Last year, we all thought that the mortgage companies had become overly careful about who to lend to. NOW, it is becoming extremely difficult. I just the other day spoke with someone out West who is being turned down for a mortgage because of a late payment on their mortgage three years ago! They were only a week late, and it, get this, was because the bank sent the bill to the wrong address! These folks have huge earnings and a substantial downpayment, so that is not the problem. Crazy buying world. The falling prices are not only because of the short sales and foreclosures, but also due to the mortgage problems. These mortgage issues are not getting a lot of press any longer.

I do run into a lot of confused buyers who have saved for this opportunity, and have "ligit" money, but are being turned down for things like this. They are trying to participate in the "save the economy" plan, but are stopped by the banks, who are now lending rarely. When will this end?

Houses DO sell in Wilton, CT!

Pretty Incredible!

This is Pretty Incredible!



This is pretty incredible to see in a graph form like this! I hope that the bar stays down low like this for a while.



What a fabulous time to think about getting an investment property, or perhaps refinancing....



I have pictured below two of my listings - two beautiful starter homes on private landscaped properties. I

If you know of someone looking for a smaller home, investment, or a starter home, please have them call me, and I am sure I can find a good fit for their needs.

For your friends who may be thinking of moving or downsizing, - please give me their name and number, and I will give them the best service in Fairfield County!

Pretty Incredible, Don't you Think?

Putting the REAL in Real Estate

I've lived in Fairfield County for over 35 years, and am able to bring REAL local knowledge to those looking to move into or out of the area.

One of the things I love about being a realtor is helping families meet their needs: be it selling their house or finding a home that is just right for them. Mostly, that’s what being a realtor is all about: matching people with homes.

But sometimes, as realtors, we get – or create – the opportunity to do something more. To give back. To make Real Estate really REAL.

September 1, 2008 was my day to make real estate REAL. That was the day Nicole Williams moved into the new home I helped her find in Norwalk. A home big enough for her family. A home safe from the bullets that plagued her prior Washington Village house.

One of the compliments I received last year – and one that means a lot to me – was from Nicole. She told the Norwalk Hour, “Looking at homes was quite an experience. I think I must have looked at 50 to 60 homes before I finally found one that was big enough for my family. My realtor was very, very patient with me.”

That’s me, with Nicole and her family; if you’d like, you can read the full article published in The Hour on September 13, 2008.

And now with Nicole happy in her home, I’ve expanded my efforts. In addition to my wonderful Wilton real estate clients, I’m helping 5 new families like Nicole’s find homes in Norwalk.

It just feels so great to put the REAL in Real Estate.

Welcome.

My name is Dagny Eason, and I've lived in Wilton for 35 years.

I'm an active member of the community, having dedicated years to the early education and development of many of Wilton’s youngest children through "Dagny’s Kiddie-Care."

Top-quality service is what I'm all about. My clients benefit from the unique combination of my knowledge, enthusiasm and service orientation supported by my company’s latest technology and marketing skills to drive the sale or purchase of their homes.

Community and real estate are important to me. Landscape planning and design have long been a passion, which blends well with my real estate passion. And speaking of passion, I've volunteered with the CT Association for the Blind, the Minks to Sinks semi-annual fundraising event for Family and Children’s Aid, Breast Cancer Fundraisers for the Survivors, and have been an active member of the Wilton Riding Club, the Silvermine Golf Club, the Wilton Schools PTAs and the Wilton High School Tennis Booster’s Club.

My husband, Kirk, and I have raised our three children in Wilton. Let me help you join our wonderful community. You can reach my cell at (203) 858-4853.