Samantha Marella, Real Estate Broker

2023 NEW HAVEN MARKET RECAP! 🎊

Can you believe 2023 is almost over!? It has been quite the year for Connecticut Real Estate. It remains a Seller’s market in full-force, but conditions for Buyers are a bit more favorable with slightly diminished competition resulting from increased interest rates. I know we’re all interested to see what 2024 has in store! 😊

🏡 Single-Family Home Sales
• Number Sold in 2023: 291
• Median Sale Price: $310,000
• Average DOM: 42

🏘️ Condo/Townhome Sales
• Number Sold in 2023: 195
• Median Sale Price: $206,000
• Average DOM: 35

🏢 Rentals
• Units Rented in 2023: 738
• Median Rent Price: $1950/month
• Average DOM: 42

Selling or Buying in 2024? Let’s talk!
📲 860-938-3928
[email protected]

Character-lovers take notice!! Available for rent in South Glastonbury is this cozy Colonial just dripping with charm 😍

✅ Stained glass windows
✅ Hardwood floors
✅ Vintage wallpaper throughout (in great condition!)
✅ Brand new kitchen with modern vintage touches
✅ Wood-burning stove
✅ Clawfoot tub
✅ A peaceful stream running alongside the house
..PLUS...

✅ Three bedrooms
✅ Two full bathrooms
✅ Spacious living room and formal dining room
✅ Cozy finished living space in basement
✅ Central AC
✅ Fully fenced-in backyard for your furry friends
✅ One-car garage with carport

Message me for a showing!

**Professionally Managed by Robert C. White & Company**

Available FOR LEASE in NEW HAVEN! - $3100

Features:
Secure, gated waterfront community
Two spacious bedrooms
Two full bathrooms
Primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet
Modern, open floor plan with updated finishes
Private deck with stunning ocean views
Ample storage space
In-unit laundry
Access to clubhouse and community pools
Assigned garage parking
Minutes from Yale and Downtown New Haven

Message me to schedule a showing!
Samantha Marella
[email protected]

**Professionally Managed by Robert C. White & Company**

Available for lease in the Hammonasset section of Madison! - $3500

🏡 3 beds, 2.5 baths, 1420sqft with three-season porch and fully finished basement. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout and redwood ceilings with recessed lighting.
🐶🐱 Pets allowed at Owner’s discretion.

Message me for more info or to schedule a viewing.

AVAILABLE FOR RENT - $2795
📍Hamden
4 beds, 2.5 baths, 1635 sqft
Two separate living areas on main level and walk-out finished basement
🐶🐱 Pets will be considered
Message me for a private showing.

Closed in Middletown! 🥰

JUST LISTED - Welcome Home to 23 Briar Road! Located in the desirable Bethany Farms subdivision, set back on a secluded lightly wooded lot, this custom-built colonial was thoughtfully constructed with high-end materials and offers a feel of quality that is unmistakable. When entering through the front door, the grand staircase and formal great room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and giant windows is sure to impress. Located off of the formal living space is a cozy-but-bright den that makes a wonderful TV room. The eat-in kitchen features solid wood custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a large island and high-end appliances. Enjoy summer nights eating dinner out on the covered deck or host larger gatherings in your formal dining room. Also located on the first floor is a laundry room, powder room, plentiful closet space and a spacious office/study. Upstairs you will find a stunning primary bedroom suite with private covered porch, impressive walk-in closet and en suite with soaking tub, shower and double vanity. Each of the three secondary bedrooms are a great size, with one of them being secluded down a long hallway and offering it's own full bath - the perfect setup for a guest room or au pair suite. The walk-up attic and spacious walk-out basement offer excellent room for storage and expansion, and the three-car garage will fit all of your toys! Schedule your viewing today and fall in love with your new home.

FOR RENT in Deep River 🔑

Charming antique colonial available for rent through May 2024! This home is fully furnished, but offers plenty of space to bring your own items during your stay. The first floor features a beautifully remodeled eat-in kitchen with stone countertops, stainless appliances and vaulted ceiling. A formal dining space sits in the center of the home surrounded by a cozy living room, main-level bedroom with quaint built-in bookcases, a full bathroom and small study. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms with a spa-like full bathroom and laundry. There is a bonus room connected to one of the bedrooms that can be used as an office or sitting area, plus a large storage closet. A two-car garage, fenced in outdoor patio area and serene, private yard round out the list of reasons to make this your next "home away from home!"

Reach out for questions or to schedule a showing.

Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]

My out-of-state clients just went under contract this morning on their beautiful new home in Middletown!

Wrapping up the week with this closing in Manchester 🙌🏻

We went under contract on this initially with Buyers who were not able to perform when it came time to provide their mortgage commitment. We went back on the market and only a few days later we had an over-ask, all cash offer with Buyers (and their Agent) who were absolutely fantastic to work with.

The market is still HOT🔥 and inventory continues to be historically low here in CT with no sign of a major turnaround anytime soon. Is it your turn to sell? Give me a call! 860-938-3928.

SOLD in Wallingford! 🏡❤️

Buying? Selling? Let’s talk!
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Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]

Just wrapped this beauty up before the holiday weekend! One of my favorite listings to date 😍

Buying? Selling? Let’s talk!

Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]

JUST LISTED in Manchester!
264 Charter Oak Street - $225,000

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/264-Charter-Oak-St-Manchester-CT-06040/58142973_zpid/

JUST LISTED - 358 Ridgefield Road, Wilton

Modern finishes meet antique charm in this stunningly restored 1835 Colonial. Referred to as the "Bigelow House" after it's time being cherished as a weekend and summer getaway by the famed tea family of Norwalk, this historic property has recorded history all the way back to the mid-1700's. Enter your front door into the light-drenched main living area and behold the remarkable original hardwood floors that have been masterfully preserved. Stroll over into the classically styled eat-in kitchen with large island, plentiful cabinet space, and charming wood stove. Sliding doors lead out to a large deck overlooking the property's 3+ acres of private land. Off of the kitchen is a welcoming den with exposed wood beam, fireplace and powder room. The main floor also features the first bedroom- a full suite with sitting area and en-suite bathroom. Modern cabled railings lead you up the stairs to the second floor where you will find three bedrooms and a full bathroom to service them. The sizeable primary suite is also on this level and is nestled privately past an entryway/dressing area with closet and features it's own sitting area, wood stove and double-vanity en-suite bathroom. The basement offers a spacious finished rec room with slider out to a stone patio set below the deck above - fabulous space for outdoor entertaining. A two-car detached garage and 5 minute drive to the nearest MTA station round out the list of reasons to make this incredible property your next home!

Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]
860.938.3928

SOLD in Haddam 🏡

Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]
www.SamSellsCT.com
Licensed in CT & NY

SOLD in Meriden 🏘

Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]
www.SamSellsCT.com
Licensed in CT & NY

Words can't describe the view last night from the Penthouse at Central Park Tower. A once-in-a-lifetime experience, in one of the most impressive pieces of real estate on the planet.

Located along Billionaire's Row, listed at $250m and represented by SERHANT. Signature, the Penthouse at Central Park Tower sits 1,416 feet above New York City and holds the title of being the highest residence- and having the highest terrace- in the entire world.

The night was spent soaking in views that were almost too incredible to comprehend, eating the most beautiful meal crafted by Pinch Food Design and networking with fellow agents and brokers from around the world.

If I'm being honest, I fully expected the Penthouse to feel cold, stark and dizzying. To my surprise, even in its impressive vastness, there was something about it that made it feel "cozy" and warm. And even though we were looking down at all of New York City- Central Park, Times Square, the Chrysler Building and Empire State, with views extending out to the horizon in all directions- I felt an unexpected connection to the city around us. This goes to show the massive talent of the developers on this project that they were able to make something that would inherently seem so isolated, feel like it is entwined perfectly with the energy and soul of the city around it.

For more information about this property, or any others, I'm always available.

SOLD in Hamden! 🔑

I'd say it was a good weekend 🙌🏻

My friends are under contract on a beautiful new forever home in Haddam. And one of my investor clients accepted a great offer on his multi-family property in Meriden after one day of showings.

Buying? Selling? Call/text anytime.

Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]
860-938-3928

NOW LEASING - Dodge Corporate Center

Offices are available in a range of sizes/configurations (singles, doubles, etc). Monthly rates range from $395 up to $995/month. Flexible lease terms and discounts available for longer commitments. All utilities/fees and Wi-Fi are included in monthly rent as well as 24/7 access to the shared conference room, kitchen and gym. Furnishings can be made available if needed. Plenty of parking available and close proximity to 91 & 15. Nothing to do but move right in!

Contact me today for more info!

Photography taken by the amazing Stephanie Loda Real Estate Photography

Not a bad way to kick off the long weekend! Happy Friday everyone 😊

Had some great interest on this two-family home in Hamden over the weekend. Officially under contract!

Buying or Selling? I'm always available.
Samantha Marella
Broker Associate | Reven Forest
[email protected]
860-938-3928

JUST LISTED - Hamden 🏡

Calling all investors! Well-maintained two-family home in residential Hamden neighborhood. Units are up/down and both offer an entryway foyer, living room with separate formal dining space, two bedrooms, one full bathroom, eat-in kitchen and laundry in-unit. Large driveway can accommodate at least three vehicles and there is on-street parking as well. Property has been converted over completely to natural gas for heat/hot water. First-floor unit was fully renovated and has beautiful hardwood floors. Second-floor unit may benefit from some minor upgrades but nothing is needed. Rents are currently under market with a ton of room for improvement and both leases are MTM. Contact me for more info.

Samantha Marella
Associate Broker | Reven Forest
[email protected]
860-938-3928

SOLD in Guilford! 🏡 One of my faves 😊

Available for rent in West Hartford! 🏡 $2900/month

Charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath colonial located on a beautiful, tree-lined street within walking distance of Fernridge Park and West Hartford Center/Blueback Square.