We Love Portland

Today is just one week away from Valentine’s Day. Whether you are planning your big date or planning or enjoying the evening on your own, there is plenty of potential excitement in Portland. As a city with a respected foodie scene, it is difficult to pick a bad restaurant in Portland. From vegan fare to that succulent steakhouse dinner, there are great choices for everyone. Looking for a movie? Grab a flick at the Nickelodeon downtown, or at one of several other area theaters. 

If you live in Portland, even if you try to miss Valentine’s Day altogether you may not. Portland Maine was the first city to be struck by the Valentine Phantom – plastering the city with valentines in public locations. Although this tradition has spread to other cities across the nation, it is a Portland original. 

Why do her residents love Portland so much? The answers are as numerous as residents of Portland. A few great starts to this mystery are Portland’s friendly communities and relatively low crime. To learn more about greater Portland area real estate, and condosfor sale in Portland Maine, call John Herrigel at 207-650-5383 or email johnherrigel@gmail.com.

Portland Maine Real Estate Wrap-up for Houses in 2011

During the 2011 year a total of 365 houses were sold in Portland ME.  This was a 9% decrease in sales volume from the previous year, which saw 400 homes sold. Inventories have been low through the region.  For the 2011 year, Portland homes averaged a 217K price. This was identical to the 2010 year.

If you are celebrating Martin Luther King Day in Portland this year, check out the NAACP MLK Observance events. These events address the question: what does equality look like in Maine? As well as other civil rights topics.

For more information on PortlandMaine homes for sale or real estate in the greater Portland region, visit the Herrigel Group at myMaineProperty.com. The Herrigel Group specialize in southern and coastal Maine property.  Contact John Herrigel directly by phone at 207-650-5383 or by email at johnherrigel@gmail.com

Homes in Coastal Maine Towns

Homes in the Mid Coast region of Maine are as varied as the communities in which they are located. An hour or less from Maine’s largest city, Portland, towns in the mid-coast region range from small and remote coastal towns like Phippsburg to busy villages like Freeport (best known for outlet shopping and the L.L. Bean flagship store).

Maine’s mid coastal region is a hot spot for summer tourism and the year-round home of residents who enjoy the close relationship with the natural world that this area provides. From hiking and sailing in the summer, to snowshoeing and cross country skiing in the winter, coastal Maine is the scenic back-drop for a rich ecosystem of plant and animal life.

Founded in colonial times, coastal towns like Damariscotta and Boothbay Harbor currently provide modern conveniences and utilities in an old fashioned village setting. For more detailed information about real estate listingsin Mid Coast Maine, check out the HerrigelGroup online, or contact John Herrigel at 207-650-5383

December Housing Update for Scarborough ME

23 homes sold in Scarborough Maine during November. This reflected a 10% increase in sales volume compared to the same time frame a year ago, and a 21% increase since the previous month. The median price for Scarborough homes sold in November was 330K, which was down 1% compared to November 2010. The average number of days on the market for homes that sold in Scarborough was 68 – down slightly from last year at this time. 

This southern Maine housing update is brought to you by the Herrigel Group - specializing in homes and investment properties in the greater Portland area including real estate listings in Scarborough. To learn more about ScarboroughMaine real estate, visit us online at www.myMaineProperty.com. Contact John Herrigel directly by phone at 207-650-5383 and email: johnherrigel@gmail.com

Freeport Maine Housing Report for November 11

The month of October saw 9 homes sold in Freeport Maine. This is a 200% gain in number of homes sold compared to October of 2010. Median pricing was 238K, a 13% yearly decline, although with a small sample size this should be taken with a grain of salt. Days on the market have been decreasing to 46 in October – continuing a downward trend during the past few months.

Freeport Maine is a great place to enjoy this holiday season for shopping and more. Check out the Northern Lights Celebration hosted by Freeport’s L.L.Bean flagship store in downtown Freeport. 

To learn more about Freeport Maine real estate contact John Herrigel with the Herrigel Group - experts in coastal Maine real estate. Call John Herrigel at (207)650-5383 or email at johnherrigel@gmail.com to get started with your Freeport home search today.

Brunswick Housing Update for Nov. 2011

For the month of October 2011, there has been a 24% drop in sales volume since the year before. With 13 sales during the month of October, this was also a 19% drop since September 2011. The average price has risen by 15% year over year to 205K. This is also a 16% yearly increase.

What’s going on in the town of Brunswick? Check out the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 25^th in downtown Brunswick. Visit with Santa and Frosty the Snowman for a fun start to winter holiday activities!

This Brunswick Maine housing update has been brought to you by the Herrigel Group, specializing in southern and coastal Maine real estate. To learn more about BrunswickMaine homes for sale check out the Herrigel Group online or call John Herrigel at (207)650-5383 or email at johnherrigel@gmail.com to get started with your Brunswick Maine home search.

Portland Maine Neighborhood Feature: Bayside

Portland Maine’s Bayside area is adjacent to the city’s downtown district. The Bayside neighborhood is sometimes divided into two smaller areas, East and West Bayside. Both offer a mix of residential properties – from single family homes to multi-units and condos.

For a stylish on-peninsula dwelling, the Bayside neighborhood is an excellent location in Portland. Bordering Back Bay, West Bayside faces Back Cove Park with paths for walking and bicycling. East Bayside also has trail access to the Back Cove and Bayside trails, and is close to the Eastern Promenade Park in Portland’s East End. Both are within walking distance to all downtown hotspots.
To learn more about condos and homes for sale in Bayside Portland Maine and other great Portland neighborhoods contact the Herrgiel Group – Specializing in Portland area residential real estate. To directly enquire about homes in Portland, contact John Herrigel by phone at 207-650-5383 or via email johnherrigel@gmail.com