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Ask Agnes Vol IV: Fall on Cape Cod Cape Cod Chatelains: "Can you believe, Agnes, that Labor day is almost here and fall is just around the corner?" Agnes: "Unbelievable. I love the summer on Cape Cod but fall is fantastic for a lot of different reasons." CCC: "That certainly makes my next question easy...what do you love about fall Agnes?" A: "First and foremost I love this time of year; days are warm, nights are cool and the weather is dry. Outside activities are a treat a

We have three excellent open houses this weekend as well as numerous others throughout the Cape. We are featuring the wonderful property on 9 Osborn Snow Drive, East Dennis. From the fruit orchard, to the steam shower, the outdoor pizza oven and the sprawling deck, everything about this home exudes luxury. Perfect for entertaining family and friends this spacious home will knock your socks off. $2,075,000. Additionally, at 28 O'Connor Lane, South Dennis, we have a beautif

We have just introduced a new informational page on the website, 'Homeownership on Cape Cod'. We will be adding more information to it in the future, but for now here is the third part of that page with some useful information regarding basements, sump pumps and dirt roads. As always contact us for information about both buying and selling on Cape Cod. Basements and Sump Pumps Cape Cod's proximity to the ocean is part of what makes it such a treasured and wonderful place

We think this article by Tom Vanderbilt at Outsideonline is particularly poignant. While it characterizes a mountain town in Colorado the parallels to Cape Cod are astounding. Vanderbilt describes how the growing trend in short term rentals through companies like Airbnb is slowly eliminating potential housing for residents. The problem is one of economics: if you can own a home in a desirable area, why would you rent it on a long term basis - yearly for example - when you

We have just introduced a new informational page on the website, 'Homeownership on Cape Cod'. We will be adding more information to it in the future, but for now here is the second part of that page with some useful information on septic systems, building norms and utilities. As always contact us for information about both buying and selling on Cape Cod. Cape Cod Homeownership Septic Systems One very common and sometimes befuddling aspect of local homeownership on Cape

We have just introduced a new informational page on the website, 'Homeownership on Cape Cod'. We will be adding more information to it in the future, but for now here is the first part of that page with some useful town and county information. As always contact us for information about both buying and selling on Cape Cod. Cape Cod has so much to offer residents. Our guide to homeownership in this beautiful region provides information for current residents and prospective

Cape Cod is a great place to spend the summer. In addition to a day at the beach, why not spend an evening enjoying one of the many displays of fireworks across the Cape? Or take in an evening concert. Also don't forget the numerous parades on the 4th of July. Check out the CapeCod.com list and free concerts from the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod and see our additions below. We will be updating this as we gather new information so check back again! Fireworks July 2nd Orlea

Ask Agnes: Vol II Again we find ourselves looking for some wonderful things to do on Cape Cod. This time our 'Ask Agnes' feature explores Brewster and some of its hidden (or sometimes overlooked) gems. Cape Cod Chatelains: 'Hey Agnes, the kids are driving me nuts, what can I do with them?' Agnes: 'First and foremost is the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. This treasure located right on route 6A in Brewster contains a variety of fascinating and enriching exhibits and natu

Ask Agnes... We'd like to introduce a new feature in the blog - 'Ask Agnes'. Agnes, the better half of the 'Ed and Agnes' foundation of Cape Cod Chatelains, was the first to enter real estate in 1992. Ever since, she has been adding her professionalism and love for her clients to each of her deals. We appreciate Agnes for her insight into the local area and her knowledge of the real estate market. For this week's feature we ask Agnes about Orleans, one of the towns on the

33 Aunt Janes Road, South Yarmouth has just come on the market. This home is in a fabulous location: quiet, convenient, and year round. Enjoy a stroll down scenic Pleasant Street and nearby River Street and enjoy the views of Bass River from Windmill Beach. The large lot abuts two streets making it very accessible from two locations. The spacious floor plan includes room for separate living quarters making it an ideal home for both vacation home seekers and permanent home s

23 Millers Road South Dennis 02660 | $309,000 We are pleased to announce the sale of this impeccable home. This is a quintessential Cape cottage with bright charm dripping from the walls and double the benefit with an adjacent lot being sold with the property. Meticulously maintained outside and in, this home features a two sided gas fireplace, central air conditioning, deck, full basement with interior access, beautiful landscaping, updated bathroom, recently painted inter

Maximize the Sale Price of Your Home this Spring Potential sellers always ask us about the best ways to maximize the sale price of their home. Even before we begin the conversation we frequently see defeat in their eyes because they expect us to name big big ticket items like kitchens, roofs, or bathrooms. While these can indeed help to maximize return we think these three low-cost projects are an excellent use of homeowner resources. 1. Landscaping We understand,

Spring is a great time for the real estate market on Cape Cod. As the Cape itself comes alive, homeowners take the opportunity to market their homes to potential buyers. Don't miss a chance to see some of the wonderful open houses here on Cape Cod this weekend. If you are in the market for an elegant home with sweeping views of Crowes Pasture in Dennis and Cape Cod Bay, take a look at our listing at 9 Osborn Snow Drive in Dennis (pictured at right). Have a great weekend

One of the best reasons to live on Cape Cod is the outdoors. And with whom better to enjoy a lovely day than your canine companion? One of our favorite areas for outdoor recreation is the mid-Cape, particularly Dennis, Brewster and Harwich. Centrally located and featuring bay, sound, and lake beaches these towns will not let you down. Do keep in mind that each town has leash laws and general restrictions depending on time of year, with that being said here they are in no

This week on the cape has seen the full array of February weather. From cold mornings to beautiful sunny days, evidence abounds that Spring is desperately trying to emerge. In fact, one of the best indications that winter is almost over is the patch of snowdrop flowers peeking out of the ground at our listing on 14 Amos Road in West Yarmouth. Looking ahead to the weekend’s forecast, we see the potential for some sprinkling but hopefully, for the sake of the families down o

Another winter is upon us. If you are selling a home in winter the weather is both a challenge and an opportunity. The challenge is getting folks into the property safely. The opportunity is being able to showcase a warm home during the cozy winter months. Keep safety first priority with the property free of snow and ice. Cape Codders may be hardy but not to the point of walking through three feet of snow. Holding an open house in winter with cookies baking and a fire bl

If you have been waiting for the market to improve before buying a Cape Cod property, it's time to get the job done. The Fed has indicated that mortgage rates are on their way up, and in anticipation the markets have already started raising rate. Last week alone we saw the rate for a 30 year conventional fixed mortgage at one local bank jump from 3.5% to 4%. This added nearly $30/$100,000 to your monthly payment. If rates go up to 5%, your payment would go up nearly $90 p

According to the US Census bureau's third quarter housing report released this week, home ownership rates in America are down to their lowest point in 19 years. Sounds like bad news for buyers and sellers alike, right? Not so fast...a closer look reveals that buyer behavior has more to do with it than strict market conditions. Mortgage rates have been stable over the last 18 months, and are still at near-historic lows -- yesterday's advertised rate for a 30-year fixed mort

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