NH home buyer tax credit

All New Hampshire homes for sale qualify for the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit.
Good news for NH home buyers: condos and townhouses used as principal residence are included.

The revised credit in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is valid for homes sold in 2009 only. The tax credit reduces or eliminates the federal income tax of NH home buyers for the year of the home purchase. The home buyer tax credit is phased out above certain income levels. Note for NH buyers agents: this credit is good for first time home buyers only.

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Who is a first time home buyer in New Hampshire?
Any person who has not owned a principal residence in three years prior to the purchase.

This tax credit will not have to be repaid unless the home is sold within three years.
The new rules apply to homes purchased in 2009 only.

Guide to NH property tax rates.

NH home sales 2007-2008

Windham New Hampshire real estate listings, market trends of houses for sale vs. homes sold. Statistics are based on NNEREN listing data. Average sold price in 2008 vs. 2007 dropped 7.2% while the per sqft price changed -9.9%. Sold in 2008: 140 single family homes in Windham, NH real estate market appears to be robust relative to the wider Boston area.

prices of Windham real estate for sale and homes sold in 2008

New home in 2 min – NH builders video

Windham NH house built in 2 minutes. New Hampshire home builders are quick! Watch building contractors at work. Although many homes are for sale and ready to move in, why not have your dream home built? See photos of this new construction home.

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Better Homes NH – Windham real estate

Was this exquisitely trimmed craftsman style home in Windham NH built by Dipietro Homes? The house resembles a Betz plan; did Mullett Custom Homes do it? Mesiti?

This New Hampshire new construction is the proud work of Mr. Delaney, who specializes in creating uniquely fine homes in Windham NH. Every trim piece, every built-in reflects the new owners’ taste and wishes; the cubbies at the side entry, bookshelves in the keeping room, desk in the kids’ study room or coffered ceiling in the family room.

Buying a home? – Windham NH real estate update

Buying a home? Take your pick

By Amylynne Baker-Santagate

WindhamLife Writer

Around every corner it seems there am more and more houses for sale in town. On Kendall Pond Road four homes within a mile went up for sale within just a few weeks of each other. Many are wondering what is happening with the market and Windham in particular.

“The market is stable and secure in Windham. Houses are selling; it’s just that they are taking longer to sell” explained Windham resident Janos Kovacs of Prudential Verani Real Estate.

 

Windham resident and real estate agent Janos Kovacs says Windham homes, like the one he represents here on Heritage Hill, are staying on the market longer. From January to June of this year only Rockingham County posted a gain (4 percent) of home sales. The state averaged a 9 percent decrease.          Photo by Amylynne Baker-Santagate

“Windham is actually very fortunate because there is a broad area of price ranges available, where in Londonderry the majority of houses are in one price bracket. For example, Windham has approximately 30 to 35 houses available in hundred thousand ranges from $300,000 up to $700,000 where Londonderry has one large spike in their listed homes in the $300,000 to $400,000 range.”

Regionally, Windham continues to have many of the most expensive homes. The highest price home in Windham is a $1,936,000 home on Heritage Hill; the most expensive home in Hudson is $679,000 and the highest price tag in Londonderry is $749,900.

“There are also seasonal trends,” says Janos. “Listings always increase in the spring. The monthly total of new listings is about the same as it always is for this time of year.”

With the exception of Salem and Derry, Windham has more homes on the market than any surrounding town.

While the numbers change daily, one recent July day saw 184 Windham single family homes for sale, not including condos and For-Sale-By-Owners (FSBO’s). Only the more populous Salem and Derry had more with 218 and 243 respectively.

It’s an extraordianary difference from Atkinson where just 47 homes are for sale.

Paul Redmond of ERA Masiello in Windham explained that new construction makes the difference.

“Atkinson has a smaller amount of new construction. In Windham there are 67, versus three in Atkinson,” he says. “It wouldn’t shock me to find that there are 150 buildable lots in Windham. They’ve approved a lot of stuff.”

“The market is definitely slower. Things are picking up, but there’s an over-abundance of properties (for sale) in this town,” says Paul, a 23-year veteran of real estate. “Homes have to be priced right. This is my third re-adjustment of the market. Prices were artificially high. The national Association of Realtors says prices will stop dropping off by the middle of next year.”

And while it is a buyer’s market Janos says, “The sellers need to take a deep breath, be patient, and say to themselves `No, I don’t have to give it away.’ Buyers have a lot to choose from, and sellers really need to be serious about selling. They have to be willing to hang in there for six months or in some cases a year.”

“On the other hand, houses are being sold faster for the sellers who price their houses aggressively. A seller who can’t wait should look at the price range they are in and price accordingly. There are quick sales out there. It can be done.”

In May of 2007, 24 houses in Windham were sold compared to the 14 that were sold in May of 2006.

There are three trends as to why people are buying and selling in town, according to Janos. “First, local families from Windham are moving to bigger homes in Windham. Generally they have children and want to stay for the new high school,” says Janos. “They are selling one home in town and purchasing another. They also are the ones most immune to slow/small changes in the market, because they are on both sides.”

“Second, there are the older generations without young children. This group is often deciding to live up North, buy a condo or buy a place in Florida. Third are the buyers who continue to relocate from Massachusetts and other parts of the country. New Hampshire is becoming a more and more popular place to live.

Realtors who spoke with WindhamLife agree the downside of Windham’s market began in the fall of 2004, but at the same time this has created a much more balanced and stable market in the town market over the years.

“We’re actually right where we should be,” says Janos.

As the prices of homes slid, mortgage rates rose. But not sharply.

Says broker Debbie Mackenzie of Windham, “People get nervous when they see mortgage rates are up a bit, but historically they are still at a low. This is the best time to buy. Most sellers don’t want to see their homes on the market in the winter. I know people are waiting for the prices to go lower, but they won’t stay low much longer.”

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Pelham 130 Plaistow 37 Hampstead……..82
Atkinson	47
Hudson	143
Londonderry .’.T. …	165
Derry	243
Windham	184
Salem.	218

Adopted by permission from WindhamLife Magazine, August 2007

Windham NH real estate: Terra Bella homes for sale

Terra Bella Windham New Hampshire: new homes with views of Boston skyline. Building lots with views of the Hancock and Prudential Towers are available.

 

By Mr. Janos Kovacs, MSEE, real estate agent, 1-877-Mr-Janos

 

Terra Bella is a new subdivision between Bear Hill and Heritage Hill, offering estate lots with 2-3 acres in Windham NH. Southern exposure, mountain views, a 10 minute drive to exit 3 off I93 make this location desirable.

 

View slide show of Terra Bella Estates.

 

 

 

New construction homes being built in the area are in the $600k to $1 Million + range. Custom homes with 3-4 bedrooms, 2-4 car garage, two story family with wall of glass, 2-story foyer and open floor plans can be customized to your exact needs. First floor master bedroom, finished lower level, walk-out basement, luxurious kitchens are just a few of the many options available. Choice of field stone or brick front enhance curb appeal.

 

Call Mr. Janos at 603-438-9134 for detailed floor plans, subdivision plan.

 

1 Burnham, Windham, NH 03087

$734,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  2 Full Baths   3,300 SqFt  3 Acres  Built in 2007

Terra Bella new construction. View lots available. Brick front, 2 story family room, open floor plan. To be built custom home.

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOT4011 BURNHAM ROAD, Windham, NH 03087

$699,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  2 Full Baths   3,750 SqFt  2.43 Acres  Built in 2007

TERRA BELLA – 18 NEW TRADITIONAL NON OPENSPACE LOTS AVAILABLE – THE BOXBORO II GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING; LARGE KITCHEN,WET BAR,HUGE MASTER W/SITTING AREA FIREPLACE,SPA BATH,EXERCISE ROOM,3 CAR GARAGE,SUNROOM,2 GAS FIREPLACES,LOTS OF HARDWOOD FLOORING,CROWN MOLDING,CHAIR RAIL,SHADOWBOXES, OPEN STAIRCASE WALKUP ATTIC AND ALL THE MULLETT TOUCHES

 

 

 

 

 

LOT4012 BURNHAM ROAD, Windham, NH 03087

$699,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  2 Full Baths   3,750 SqFt  2.32 Acres  Built in 2007

TERRA BELLA – 18 NEW TRADITIONAL NON OPENSPACE LOTS AVAILABLE – THE BOXBORO II GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING; LARGE KITCHEN,WET BAR,HUGE MASTER W/SITTING AREA FIREPLACE,SPA BATH,EXERCISE ROOM,3 CAR GARAGE,SUNROOM,2 GAS FIREPLACES,LOTS OF HARDWOOD FLOORING,CROWN MOLDING,CHAIR RAIL,SHADOWBOXES, OPEN STAIRCASE WALKUP ATTIC AND ALL THE MULLETT TOUCHES

 

 

 

 

 

2 ORCHARD BLOSSOM, Windham, NH 03087

$759,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  2 Full Baths   4,259 SqFt  .83 Acres  Built in 2006

Youll love this home! Bright and sunny open concept, hardwood kitchen,opens to the family room. Nice! tiled sunroom with anderson slider to deck. Anderson windows thru out. Hardwood thru out 1st flr. Soaring staircased foyer. All the bells and whistle. A must see!

 

 

 

 

 

 

19 Ludlow, Windham, NH 03087

$749,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   3,800 SqFt  1 Acres  Built in 2007

Castle Reach new construction, to be built. On cul-de-sac, abutting open green space. Customize your plan now!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 302 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$994,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,330 SqFt  2.65 Acres  Built in 2006

Frank Betz Designer Homes at Heritage Estates! Quality Builder Ken Bergeron offers generous allowances to finish these homes in style. SOUTHERLAND design features energy-efficient low maintenance stucco exterior w/brick & stone. Granite kitchen/baths, first floor master suite, dramatic open concept floor plan. Multi-acre lot with spectacular view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 300 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$999,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,464 SqFt  2.01 Acres  Built in 2006

Frank Betz Designer Homes at Heritage Estates! Quality Builder Ken Bergeron offers generous allowances to finish these homes in style. COLLINWOOD design features energy-efficient low maintenance stucco exterior w/brick & stone. Granite kitchen/baths, master bedroom suite, dramatic open concept floor plan. Multi-acre lot with spectacular view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 184 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$889,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,055 SqFt  2.55 Acres  Built in 2006

Frank Betz Designer Homes at Heritage Estates! Quality Builder Ken Bergeron offers generous allowances to finish these homes in style. ELAM design features energy-efficient low maintenance stucco exterior w/brick & stone. Granite kitchen/baths, master bedroom suite, dramatic open concept floor plan. Multi-acre lot with spectacular view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 304 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$969,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,159 SqFt  2.32 Acres  Built in 2006

Frank Betz Designer Homes at Heritage Estates! Quality Builder Ken Bergeron offers generous allowances to finish these homes in style. HAZELWOOD design features energy-efficient low maintenance stucco exterior w/brick & stone. Granite kitchen/baths, first floor master suite, dramatic open concept floor plan. Multi-acre lot with spectacular view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 306 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$889,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,055 SqFt  2.07 Acres  Built in 2006

Frank Betz Designer Homes at Heritage Estates! Quality Builder Ken Bergeron offers generous allowances to finish these homes in style. ELAM design features energy-efficient low maintenance stucco exterior w/brick & stone. Granite kitchen/baths, master bedroom suite, dramatic open concept floor plan. Multi-acre lot with spectacular view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

12 Cardiff Road, Windham, NH 03087

$860,000

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,600 SqFt  1 Acres  Built in 2006

Under Construction. Gorgeous level lot surrounded by trees for privacy. Great open concept floor plan with 1st floor mudroom, office. Exceptional finish details. Spacious 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, 3 car garage. Walkout basement. Still time to modify floor plan. Could adapt to attached in law set up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

12 Burnham, Windham, NH 03087

$784,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   3,800 SqFt  2.58 Acres  Built in 2007

To be built. New construction custom home in Terra Bella subdivision. Brick or field stone front, 2 story family room and foyer, den/media room. View lots available.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 185 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$989,900

Added 05/15/2007

5 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   5,154 SqFt  2 Acres  Built in 2007

Ryan Farm – Stunning 5 BR Colonial under construction in this prestigious area. Features open concept kitchen family room with wet bar, sunroom, outrageous master suite, guest bedroom private bath, 3rd floor bonus room or au-pair suite, 4 car garage, lots of hardwood, extensive moldings all the touches you expect from Mullett Custom Homes

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 196 Heritage Hill Rd, Windham, NH 03087

$989,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,605 SqFt  2.58 Acres  Built in 2006

THE WOODS OF WEST WINDHAM! PREMIER AREA OF $1MILLION + HOMES. BEAUTIFUL WOODED LOT ON QUIET CUL-DE-SAC STREET. BUILDERS SUPERIOR ATTENTION TO HIGH END, CUSTOM DESIGN AND DETAIL! ALL THE AMMENITIES INCLUDED. CHOOSE THIS PLAN OR BRING YOUR OWN! COVENANTS FOR YOUR PROTECTION!

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 308 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$969,900

Added 05/15/2007

4 Bedrooms  3 Full Baths   4,159 SqFt  2.13 Acres  Built in 2006

Frank Betz Designer Homes at Heritage Estates! Quality Builder Ken Bergeron offers generous allowances to finish these homes in style. HAZELWOOD design features energy-efficient low maintenance stucco exterior w/brick & stone. Granite kitchen/baths, first floor master suite, dramatic open concept floor plan. Multi-acre lot with spectacular view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lot 307 Ryan Farm Road, Windham, NH 03087

$994,900

Call Mr. Janos at 603-438-9134 to customize your home. 

Heritage Heights New Construction: Home for Sale in Windham NH

Heritage Hill, Windham NH, New Hampshire: new construction fine home with mountain views. Nestled atop a gentle hillside in the Woods of Windham, the architectural distinction of the West has arrived to New Hampshire luxury real estate: “The Colorado” is an over 6,800 sqft mansion boasting a stunning stone and stucco exterior.

This distinctive colonial home with grand proportions presides over 2.6 acres of wooded land. The lot is situated at the highest elevation of Heritage Heights in Windham, and offers sweeping views of the mountains in the distance. It is the last remaining parcel that allows the home to be placed with a perfect angle on this inspiring vista.

A long tree-lined driveway highlights the approach to a stone walled motor court. The carport can accomodate two vehicles and is unique to this home; no other property in the neighborhood offers this awe-inspiring approach. Arriving visitors will be sheltered by the terrace above. The wrap-around porch with round pillars further enhances the architectural substance of this elegant home.

The owners of this fine home will enjoy an open floor plan that is appointed with every luxury and amenity.

Over one third of the first floor is taken up by the formal dining room, pantry, wet bar, kitchen and eating area with a curved wall of glass towards the outside. In the dining room detailed millwork and a tray ceiling gives the space architectural distinction. Left of the foyer a study / library room offers peace and solitude for quiet reading or music. Across the entry past the curving staircase the formal living room with cofferd ceiling awaits hours of lively conversations. The windows on the left and the bow window in the rear bring in shimmering views of distant mountains.

A double-sided fireplace joins the living room and the 24×20 family room area in the center of the first floor living space. A two-story wall of glass in the family room provides sweeping views of the outdoors. Extensive stonework make the fireplace and the connecting arched doorway another focal point. The family room is open towards the kitchen area. The curved main staircase with rounded wrought iron railing anchors this room perfectly.

The second staircase next to the loundry area leads to the guest bedroom suite and playroom upstairs to the left and a balcony overlooking the 2-story family room below on the right. All bedrooms have a full bath and walk-in closets. In addition, each of the children’s bedrooms have a separate study and access to a terrace.

The owners enter the front to back master bedroom suite through a sitting area. A double sided fireplace connects the sitting area and the bedroom with tray ceilings. The lushly appointed master bath with a two person glass-enclosed shower can be accessed from the dressing room and the bedroom as well. A large stained glass window assures privacy. Similarly to the living room below, the master bedroom too is uptimally oriented to bring in the view of glorious sunsets through the windows on the left and the bow window in the rear. The master bedroom has exclusive use of a wrap-around terrace for those romantic evenings.

Generous builder’s allowances for kitchen, flooring and other upgrades give room for the buyer’s creativity to express their vision. Masterful woodwork and trim animate this house with museum quality detail that will provide lifelong enjoyment and the admiration of all.

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