Living in Northville

This weekend in Plymouth: 2014 Fall Festival, Pancake Breakfast, Spaghetti Dinner, Chicken Barbeque- Sept 5-7, 2014!

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20120908_103518It’s that time of year again!  The kids are back in school and the smell of barbeque smoke drifts through downtown Plymouth as the annual Fall Festival is here.  September 5-7, 2014 will be non-stop pancakes, spaghetti, and barbeque chicken along with carnival rides for all ages, midway games, concerts, car show, and attractions for everyone.

Downtown streets are closed off and for one weekend, downtown Plymouth is transformed into a local fair with all the pre-requisites.  I have to admit, this is one of my personal favorites of all the festivals that happen in Plymouth – good fun for the whole family and another great reason the area continues to thrive.  For more information, go to: http://www.plymouthfallfestival.com/

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2014 Northville Food Truck Festival Saturday August 23rd 11am-11pm

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One of the areas last outdoor festivals of the summer – the Northville Food Truck Festival puts together mobile food, a car show, beer garden, live music and even an outdoor food themed movie for the whole family.  Go to Ford Field in downtown Northville Saturday, August 23rd for this unique event.

Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk is Coming to Downtown Plymouth and Northville Saturday!

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SGK_3-Day_Website_SocialMediaHomepage_Image_smallVenture into Downtown Plymouth’s Kellogg Park tomorrow in support of thousands of men and women participating in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness. For the 5th consecutive year the fundraising walk will travel through Downtown Plymouth along Main Street and Ann Arbor Trail. Join a cheering squad near the park or along the route!

They’ll begin at 8:15am walking through Downtown Northville along Center Street. From there, they’ll come to Downtown Plymouth via Ann Arbor Trail and Main Street until they reach Kellogg Park. This event bring awareness and raises funds for the development of a cure. Show your support for these dedicated walkers! #the3day.

Whether you want to get involved or follow the route, you can find more information here about the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and Fundraiser.

City of Northville Real Estate Values Continue to Rise

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Real estate values in the City of Northville continue to climb in 2014 with strong demand and limited supply – especially in the under $500,000 price range. Average sales prices are up and approaching pre-recession highs.  Desirable homes with good locations often sell in days with multiple offers – and oftentimes over asking price. Over the summer, there have been more homes coming on the market  providing buyers with a few more options (and more leverage).

Downtown Northville Double Header Weekend with First Friday Artwalk AND Buy Michigan Now Festival

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320_1_first_friday_experience_logo(3)Playing this Friday in downtown Northville, The Shawn Riley Band goes on at 7pm.  Shawn is also the Managing Broker at our Plymouth office and a very talented musician.  In concert with Shawn’s performance, Northville has the First Friday Experience where galleries, shops, extend their hours. It’s also the first day of the 3-day Buy Michigan Now Festival featuring all sorts of Made in Michigan items. So there will be plenty of activity in the City this weekend!

City of Plymouth Real Estate Market Continues Torrid Pace into Summer: Just Sold – 1380 Penniman – 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home Along Plymouth’s Penniman Avenue

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1380 Penniman in Downtown Plymouth
1380 Penniman in Downtown Plymouth

We are please to announce the closing of our latest Plymouth sale.  Penniman Avenue is one of Plymouth’s most prestigious addresses as the main thoroughfare into the City Center.  People love walking to town along Penniman admiring the homes and gardens.  It’s truly small-town America at its finest. Our latest listing at 1380 Penniman is a modestly scaled home with classic features and many updates including roof (2013), Granite and Hickory Kitchen (2007), Central A/C and High Efficiency Furnace (2003), HWH (2011) landscaping, vinyl siding (2008), windows, and hardwood floors in most rooms.  The home is also graced with a fenced in private rear yard with garden shed and patio – ideal for outdoor entertaining and activities.  There is also a large basement for additional storage or crafting. An outstanding location just steps from DTP shops, events and schools.

To learn more about buying and/or selling a home in Plymouth, please contact Carrie,  Associate Broker, at (734) 788-2398 – carrie@bobbake.com, Patrick, Associate Broker,at  (734) 272-8375 –patrick@bobbake.com, or Stephanie, REALTOR, at (734) 620-4536 –stephanie@bobbake.com.  If you have a home to sell in the Plymouth and Northville area and would like a private consultation, please feel free to contact us to discuss your needs in confidence. We are specialists in the local area with the experience and knowledge to assist you throughout your home buying and selling process.

2014 Northville Summer Carnival June 19-22

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School is out and summer vacation is here at last!  Northville Downs, home to harness racing and off track betting among other things, hosts Northville’s 2014 Carnival Midway in their parking lot. There will be plenty of rides, games, and other amusements for the whole family.

Northville Downs is located on the North East corner of 7 Mile Road and Sheldon Road.  You can’t miss it. Click here for more info.

Headed to Detroit? Hit up these hip suburbs – USA Today

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Nice article in USA Today about Birmingham, Royal Oak and…..  Northville!

http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/2014/05/31/headed-to-detroit-hip-suburbs/9780101/

Also, the Northville Chamber has a great website with lots of resources and information – click here.

New Downtown Plymouth Listing: 1380 Penniman – 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home Along Plymouth’s Penniman Avenue

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1380 Penniman in Downtown Plymouth
1380 Penniman in Downtown Plymouth

(Update – this home has been sold) Downtown Plymouth continues to draw buyers. And with the warmer weather upon us at last, the real estate market shows no signs of weakening as prices continue to rise.

Penniman Avenue is one of Plymouth’s most prestigious addresses as the main thoroughfare into the City Center.  People love walking to town along Penniman admiring the homes and gardens.  It’s truly small-town America at its finest. Our latest listing at 1380 Penniman is a modestly scaled home with classic features and many updates including roof (2013), Granite and Hickory Kitchen (2007), Central A/C and High Efficiency Furnace (2003), HWH (2011) landscaping, vinyl siding (2008), windows, and hardwood floors in most rooms.  The home is also graced with a fenced in private rear yard with garden shed and patio – ideal for outdoor entertaining and activities.  There is also a large basement for additional storage or crafting. An outstanding location just steps from DTP shops, events and schools.

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To arrange a private viewing of this home, please contact Carrie,  Associate Broker, at (734) 788-2398 – carrie@bobbake.com, Patrick, Associate Broker,at  (734) 272-8375 –patrick@bobbake.com, or Stephanie, REALTOR, at (734) 620-4536 –stephanie@bobbake.com.  If you have a home to sell in the Plymouth and Northville area and would like a private consultation, please feel free to contact us to discuss your needs in confidence. We are specialists in the local area with the experience and knowledge to assist you throughout your home buying and selling process.

Just Sold: 18126 Shadbrook St in Northville – 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Cape Cod

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Based on all our recent Real Estate photos around Plymouth and Northville, you’d think that we lived a lot further north than we do.  But Spring is still expected to arrive and inventory is starting to build again. Last year we had a lot of ‘pent-up’ buyer demand.  This year, I think we’ll see some ‘pent-up’ supply start to come online after being delayed by all the snow.

One home that just sold was purchased by a client of ours looking for a larger home with classic character and superior craftsmanship on a quiet street. 18126 Shadbrook is located on a very low traffic street that leads to a cul-de-sac deep in the Shadbrook neighborhood. Here, tall trees, large lots, unique homes, deer crossings, and rolling hills and creeks are the standard in a location close to everything in Northville but hidden away at the same time. With nearly 4000 sq ft above grade, 4 bedrooms including a magnificent first floor master bedroom, and a finished lower level, this home is one of the areas finest.

If you are searching for a home in Northville, please visit our Plymouth and Northville Real Estate homepage at  www.bobbake.com or simply contact Carrie,  Associate Broker, at (734) 788-2398 – carrie@bobbake.com, Patrick, Associate Broker,at  (734) 272-8375 –patrick@bobbake.com, or Stephanie, REALTOR, at (734) 620-4536 –stephanie@bobbake.com.  If you have a home to sell in the Plymouth and Northville area and would like a private consultation, please feel free to contact us to discuss your needs in confidence. We are specialists in the local area with the experience and knowledge to assist you throughout your home buying and selling process.

2013 Northville Township Real Estate Value and Sales Summary

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2013 Northville Township real estate values reflect what the entire region has been seeing – steadily increasing prices. Since 2009, values have been  improving year over year. There are far fewer bank-owned homes and short sales impacting the market.  And, with the local economy improving dramatically, the annual cycle of new buyers combined with buyers who delayed buying during the recession, have created a very competitive real estate market.

If you are considering buying or selling a home in the Plymouth/Northville area in 2014, feel free to contact us and we’d be happy to discuss your plans and offer our help.  Please also visit our homepage at www.bobbake.com.

2013 City of Northville Real Estate Value and Sales Summary

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City of Northville Median Sales Price – 10 Year Trend

Last week we published price and sales data for the City of Plymouth.  This week, we turn our attention to the City of Northville just up the road.  In 2013, sales data for listed homes showed steady increasing values but also limited inventory. While prices have recovered, sales volume has not which reflects the lack of inventory buyers are faced with when shopping for homes in the City of Northville.

With the local economy improving dramatically, the annual cycle of new buyers combined with buyers who delayed buying during the recession, have created a seller’s market. Recently, supply has improved slightly and homes aren’t as likely to sell instantly but time on market is always more dependent on pricing than supply/demand dynamics.

If you are considering buying or selling a home in the Northville area in 2014, feel free to contact us and we’d be happy to discuss your plans and offer our help.  Please also visit our homepage at www.bobbake.com.

Patrick Wong, REALTOR