Dedham Condos
Dedham is the county seat of Norfolk County and 22 miles southwest of Boston. There are two MBTA Franklin Line stops in the town, and for drivers, it is an easy half hour commute to the city via I-95 N and I-90 E. The town is renowned for residents relocating from busy cities, wishing for slower paced living to get away from the rat race, and also summer vacationing visitors. This interesting town has many eclectic features. For outdoor enthusiasts a visit to Wilson Mountain Reservation, owned by the state of Massachusetts, is a must. It has miles of hiking trails through protected woodland, meadows and wetlands. Farther east is Stonybrook Reservation with many recreational facilities including hiking and biking trails, fishing at Turtle Pond, tennis courts, a swimming pool and an ice rink. Meandering through the northern part of the town, just off the High Street downtown, is a launch site for canoeing and kayaking on the Charles River. Shoppers will love Legacy Place Mall with iconic, designer stores and a great selection of eateries.
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On East Street stands Fairbanks House, the oldest wooden structure in the USA, built between 1637 and 1641, which is a very different type of construction from newer realty options the area has to offer. Some properties were erected three centuries ago whereas others are new constructions. Almost all condos have Home Owner Association (HOA) fees to be paid either monthly or quarterly for the upkeep of common areas and the facilities offered. Fees are generally higher for up-market properties in landscaped acreage or for associations offering more amenities. Contact your local realtor to establish HOA fees and the facilities offered. Sometimes choosing a home with higher priced fees is beneficial to receiving the extra benefits that apply to your lifestyle. Parking and pet restrictions are a big consideration and should be taken into account when exploring the realty market.
Many older remodeled condos still contain unique features like beamed ceilings, original staircases, crown molding and pleasing exterior shutters. Newer constructions have reproduced, colonial designs of earlier buildings creating a modern yet olde world feel about them.
As in any other towns, sizes and prices of homes vary. With Dedham’s inland location, prices may not be as high as coastal, waterfront properties, so this area might suit your budget better. A typical 923 sq. ft. two bedroom, one bathroom apartment will cost around $195,000 while a newly constructed two bedroom, 2.5 bathroom unit can cost as much as $787,500. Consider a 3,000 sq. ft. four bedroom, three bathroom, 19th century updated home with high ceilings, leaded glass cabinets, new storm windows and an original fireplace mantle all for $600,000.
Remodeled units come with modernized kitchens fitted with newer appliances, some stainless steel, and solid counter tops like granite, Corian® or marble. Bathrooms have either single or double vanities with storage underneath and others have pedestal sinks. New lighting fixtures like lanterns, track lighting or chandeliers create a homey feel in any house.
Good deals like this come up every day when new listings are posted. Of course there will always be homes you can’t afford, but by compromising, even reducing the original number of rooms you need, can help attain your dream home.
A local realtor with many years experience in buying and selling homes in this neighborhood is the right person to turn to for suggestions and information. As soon as a new listing relating to the type of property you are interested in becomes available, he or she will contact you to arrange a viewing. They can present an offer to the seller’s representative on your behalf, and keep you informed of the progress. If you are already pre-approved for a mortgage, sales generally happen faster, unless you are fortunate to be able to make a cash sale. Most realtors work closely with title companies who handle all the paperwork relating to a sale and will arrange a date and time for the closing to fit your schedule. Once all the paperwork is signed and you have the keys to your new home, you will thank your lucky stars that you chose to purchase your property with the help of a knowledgeable realtor.
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