Beautifully restored 1920 home

Beautifully restored 1920 home with  updated systems, five bedrooms including a master suite with a full bath.  Home has a fireplace,wrap around porch and period charm.  The yard is fenced in and boasts an Asian hardwood deck and wooden hot tub!  Walk to Willard Beach, restaurants and Scratch bakery!  Take note:  parcel is .42 acres and is a subdividable building … Read More

Home Buyer Tax Credits Have Expired

The $8,000 tax credit for first-time home buyers and the $6,500 tax credit for repeat home buyers have expired. Congress has made an exception for service members who were on official extended duty outside of the United States for at least 90 days between Jan.1, 2009 and May 1, 2010. They may qualify for a … Read More

Townsend Real Estate’s Defilipp earns green designation

 
Jennifer Defilipp with Townsend Real Estate has been awarded the National Association of Realtors Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR, the association reported.
Defilipp achieved this prestigious designation after completing 18 hours of course work designed specifically for Realtors. The courses were created in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of … Read More

Shingle style New England condo

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Shingle style, new england home converted into condos.  Lovely two bedroom/one bath unit with a private deck with peaks of the harbor.  This building was completely rehabbed in 2006 and has newer systems throughout. Ample offstreet parking and shared backyard. Snowban parking provided in driveway.

Kathryn Townsend named 2010 Realtor of the Year

Congratulations to Kathy Townsend of Townsend Real Estate - our 2010 REALTOR® of the Year !
REALTOR® of the Year -  That member who has shown outstanding contributions of time, energy and determination to strengthen our association on all levels.  This person works hard to improve their level of education; professionalism and honest

One bedroom in historic brick building

 Affordable one bedroom in a historic brick building on Portland’s peninsula. Hardwood floors and skylights. Third floor private apartment. Available August 1st. 725/month.

Updated one bedroom rental

Beautiful one bedroom apartment in a historic, brick building in downtown Portland.  Newly renovated, large one bedroom with hardwood floors, stainless steal appliances. Heat and hotwater incl. /coin op washer and dryer/ one off street parking space. Click on picture for more details…

Charming one bedroom rental

Charming one bedroom in Portlands Arts District.  Historic brick building. Hardwood floors, large windows. Heat and hotwater and one parking space included in rent.  Walk to restaurants, Deering Oaks Park, shops and MECA. Click picture for more details…

The biggest little house…

Meticulously renovated with all the charm and a hint of contemporary flair.  Light, airy and immaculate. Quiet neighborhood street with a screened in front porch and a private fenced in backyard.  Lovely landscaping. 2003 energy star boiler.

Custom made signs

 
Back by popular demand!  Although they are labor intensive they cannot be replaced with the standard aluminum signage used by traditional real estate companies. Our mission is to remain  unique and consistant with the quality of work we deliver in regards to both service and design.   We are frequently told that the quality of our signs distinguishes our company … Read More

Robert Hunt joins Townsend Real Estate

We are pleased to announce that Robert Hunt has joined our team.
Rob’s natural ability to relate to people and his love for homes led him to become interested in real estate. While not in the office, Rob teaches Spanish and is the State Representative for the towns of Buxton and Hollis. This experience gives Rob the unique skills … Read More

Always wanted to learn to surf?

Maybe you are looking for a home in Maine and needing a place to stay as well? Why not throw some fun into the mix. Did you know that Maine has some great beaches to surf on? The Meadowmere Resort in Ogunquit, Maine is offering a special surfing package that includes lodging for three nights, … Read More

MAINE HOME SALES UP 46% IN MARCH

Statewide Median Sales Price increases nearly 10% since March 2009

SOUTH PORTLAND (April 22, 2010)— Maine is showing positive growth in both unit sales and the median sales price of single-family existing homes during the month of March 2010. According to the Maine Real Estate Information System, Inc. (MREIS), 815 homes sold last month—a gain of … Read More

Credit score repair and home loans

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Your credit score is the biggest determining factor lenders look at when assessing your risk for any type of loan.  And if you are able to qualify for a loan, your credit score affects the rate you will be offered.   Because of this, having a healthy credit score may save you hundreds of … Read More

Beautifully renovated 2BR for rent in downtown Portland!

 RENTED – $1195.00 per month including heat and hot water.  Beautifully restored 2BR apartment. Private unit on the entire top floor of 5 unit building.  Hardwood floors, tile and skylights. One off street parking space and coin op washer/dryer in building.  Walk to park, shops and restaurants. Great place, won’t last!

Portland, Maine, continually tops “Best of the Best” lists.

 Here are 10 reasons we love our city.
1.   When you cross over the bridge from N.H. one of the first signs you read is “Maine…The way life should be.”  It’s no wonder that Forbes Magazine named Portland, Maine,  America’s Most Livable City in 2009.  Portland was chosen for its income growth, culture, low levels of … Read More

Townsend March 2010 Newsletter

MARCH-2010 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter

Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.
The Housing Trends eNewsletter … Read More

Local Real Estate Trends

Portland Real Estate – Trulia

Our original, “Single property signs”

We are proud to introduce our exclusive and original, “single property signs”.  Most real estate signage is built to promote the real estate company and/or agent. Our signs are all about showcasing the property.  Our in-house professional photographer makes your home come to life so that when prospective buyers drive-by they get a glimpse of … Read More

Townsend Mobile Site

Introducing  our Townsend Mobile application!  For use on the iphone and other smartphone applications.  Includes our blog feed with new listing updates, Townsend Tweets, map to office and more. We make it simple to search for properties. When viewing this site from a mobile device you will be directed to our mobile site.  Our mobile … Read More