A fantastic fun filled day is planned for you and your family for Independence Day in Cranford this year. Here's what's on the schedule:   8:00 am – canoe races at the Canoe Club 9:00 am – Firecracker Four Miler and Fun Run at Nomahegan Park 1:30 pm – Bicycling Decorating 2:00 pm – Egg Toss 2:30 pm – Backwards Race at Nomahegan Park   Sunset – Fireworks at Nomahegan Park 07/01/2014

If you're planning on selling your Cranford home, find out how much it is worth with a FREE Comparative Market Analysis by clicking here.  Inventory: There are currently 108 homes offered for sale in Cranford. After a slow winter where the average inventory was 75 homes, this is a strong increase. Fifteen homes were sold in May.   Prices: The average sale price of a home sold in Cranford in May was $434,041. This is 21% higher than the average price in May of 2012.       Days on Market: Perhaps the biggest sign of consumer confidence in the real estate market in Cranford is the Days on Market. We've seen averages of mostly 50-60 days on the market for hte past several years but May saw an average of only 27 days.    What does this mean to you?  Homeowners who are planning to sell their ... 06/23/2014

Cranford, NJ Market ReportMay, 2014 Spring has finally arrived, although a little wet.  Those April showers have certainly lingered into May! The real estate market in Cranford, NJ has been stable and remains strong. Year-over-year, the median sales price for a single family home in Cranford was up 13.7% to $415,000.  This is also an increase of 23.9% over last month, so things are looking good this spring. All of the other key metrics have been relatively stable over the last couple of months.  The number of new listings and current inventory has remained basically the same, while the number of closings was up slightly (which explains the increase in median home sales price).  Additionally, the list price to sales price ratio continues to hover around 98%. Finally, the absorption rate ... 05/21/2014

Cranford was listed as number 141 in NJ Monthly's Top Towns List last year and Cranford High School is ranked as number 206 in the Nation.     Inventory: There are currently 72 homes for sale in Cranford,  NJ, ranging in price from $199,000 to $960,000. Sixteen homes were sold in April which is about average for this time of year in Cranford.      The average sale price of a home in Cranford in April was $464,288 significantly higher than in April of 2013.  A whopping 28% higher than the same time last year!         The average home that sold in April was sold after 46 days on the market.  In the last year the average days on market is right around 50 days.  So April is a slight increase.       If you're planning on selling your Cranford home, find out how much it is worth with a FREE C... 05/17/2014

Team Zuhl & Are proud to announce that 611 Hory Street in Cranford has been sold!  This 3 bed, 2.1 bath ranch house sold ABOVE list price and was only on the market for 26 days. If you or anyone you know is thinking about selling your home for the most money in the shortest amount of time, contact Team Zuhl!   Remember, everything we touch turns to SOLD!!! 04/26/2014

Inventory: There are currently 88 single family homes offered for sale in Cranford including this beauty on Hory Street.  Twelve homes were sold in March for a total of 42 homes sold so far this year.      Prices:  The average home in Cranford sold for $318,054 in March, 9% lower than in March of 2013 and 14% lower than March of 2012. For more information on Cranford Real Estate: How to obtain a CCO in Cranford - 3/15/2014 What's up with the Cranford Real Estate Market? - 3/8/2014 Just listed - 610 Hory Street, Cranford - 3/1/14 Cranford Real Estate Update - 2/8/14 Just listed - 3 BR 2.1 Bath Ranch in Cranford - 2/3/2014 For sale - 100 homes in Cranford  - 1/12/2014 Sold! 65 South Union Street in Cranford is no longer available! 12/31/2013 The Cranford Real Estate Market Report - 11/7/... 04/22/2014

Cranford, NJ Market ReportApril, 2014 Spring has started to appear, and the Cranford, NJ real estate market is finally starting to see the signs.  While the brutal winter had fewer Sellers putting their homes on the market, leading to a shortage of inventory for the many Buyers looking, more properties are finally starting to become available.  This is leading to a little more balanced market. View Tg Glazer's Market Videos Open house attendence has continued to be robust, indicating that there are plenty of Buyers out there.  Now that there are more homes for purchase, the spring real estate market in Cranford, NJ (which has shifted a bit due to the weather), should be vibrant and active! If you are looking to buy a home in the Cranford, NJ area, or want to utilitze my Two Weeks To Sol... 04/16/2014

When you sell your Cranford home, you will be required to file a Certificate of Continued Occupancy (CCO) to ensure that your home meets certain standards before the new owners take possession. The CCO will only be issued after passing an inspection which includes: Smoke detectors on each level of the house including the basement in the vicinity of the stairs. Smoke detectors must be mounted on the ceiling within 10 feet of each bedroom and at least 4 inches from a corner or on the wall between 4 and 12 inches from the ceiling. Attics also require smoke detectors if they are habitable. Carbon monoxide detectors are required on each level and must be outside and within 10 feet of each bedroom if the home has a fuel burning appliance or an attached garage. If the building has a sump pump,... 03/22/2014

Cranford was listed as number 141 in NJ Monthly's Top Towns List last year and Cranford High School is ranked as number 206 in the Nation.   Inventory: There are currently 49 homes offered for sale in Cranford, NJ, ranging in price from $173,000 to $960,000. Nine homes were sold in February which is about average for the end of winter in Cranford.  The average sale price of a home in Cranford in February was $367,844, slightly lower than February of 2013 but 16% higher than February 2012. The average home that sold in February was sold after 40 days on the market.     To see current listings in Cranford like this beauty at 610 Hory Street, click here. If you're planning on selling your Cranford home, find out how much it is worth with a FREE Comparative Market Analysis by clicking here.... 03/08/2014

Cranford, NJ, is home to about 23,000 people. The town was listed as number 141 in NJ Monthly's Top Towns List last year. There are currently 53 homes offered for sale in Cranford, including this beauty.   The inventory in Cranford is lower than it was over the summer but appears to be following a normal annual pattern. January is usually a slower month in real estate, but Cranford had 21 sales which is very high for winter.     Prices continue to fluctuate in the Cranford real estate market. The average home that sold in January was sold for $386,719, a bit of a drop from last month but about average for 2013.       Homes that sold in Cranford in January were, on average, sold after 42 days - significantly faster than most of Union County and faster than Cranford has seen for most of t... 02/24/2014

Home sales in Cranford, NJremain stable The real estate market in Cranford, NJ remains stable at the beginning of 2014.  New single family home listings remained at fairly constant level from December, 2013 to January, 2014 and the inventory of homes for sale was also almost identical. Additionally, the absorption rate (how many months it would take for the current inventory to sell if nothing new came on the market) was basically the same from December to January, at 2.7 months.  This is down from 4.9 months the previous year, indicating that we remain in a Seller's market. Although the median sales price for a single family home dipped very slightly from December, it was up 2.9% year-over-year.  This is good news for the overall Cranford real estate market, as the housing market conti... 02/13/2014

There are so many reasons to love living in Cranford, NJ.  Here's another... Cranford, NJ isn't just a town....it's a community.  Residents here take great pride in making this a premiere place to live.  Men, women...and kids especially, do what they can to enhance the quality of life for all residents. Last year, in response to Hurricane Sandy, a group of Cranford High School seniors formed CHAPS, the Cranford High Assistance Program.  The group helps local residents with various tasks, all for free.   And this year's freshman class has picked up where the seniors left off.  Whether it's shovelling snow, raking leaves, babysitting, or picking up groceries, these dedicated teens just want to give back to the community that they love. A full article about the group, it's members and serv... 01/30/2014

Cranford, NJ Using Tech to Keep Residents and Vehicles Safe Wintertime in Cranford, NJ brings varying climate.  Some days frigid, followed by some more comfortable temperatures.  Snow and ice, followed by melting conditions, then re-freezing. All of this plays havoc on our roadways, and inevitably forms potholes.  These can vary in size and depth.  They can be lone divots, or can come in series to form a treacherous pathway. Besides being ugly and a nuisance, they can cause a great deal of damage.  Some of the wider or deeper pits can ruin tires and wheels.  Drivers swerving to avoid hitting them can cause accidents or possibly hit pedestrians.  All in all, they are just downright dangerous! But the town of Cranford, NJ is doing something to help.  As reported in the Cranford Patch, res... 01/29/2014

Riverfront homes for sale in Cranford, NJ With the Rahway River winding through town, Cranford is known as the Venice of New Jersey.  It is one of the focal points of this Union County gem.  Picturesque and inviting, many town events revolve around this scenic waterway. Some of the most beautiful homes in Cranford, NJ back  the river.  With deep backyards, many of these homes are larger, and sometimes historic, homes.  Some have been updated with luxurious kitchens and baths, or spacious additions.  There is something for every taste. Many homeowners have docks and canoes.  In the warmer months, kids and families can be seen navigating the tree-lined river.  On the Fourth of July, the holiday festivities begin with the annual canoe races from the Cranford Canoe Club.  In the fall, the a... 01/28/2014

Cranford, NJ Market ReportJanuary, 2014 The holiday season of 2013 was good for the Cranford, NJ real estate market, which finished strong.  And the outlook for 2014 remains positive. Indicators continue to show that we are in a Seller's Market and the real estate recovery moves on. Year-over-year, closed sales outpaced new listings.  In other words, more homes came off the market than went on.  Simple supply and demand tells us that this tends to increase prices.  And, this was the case.  The median home price was up almost 10% from December of 2012, to $425,000. Once again, the absorption rate (how long it would take for all of the current inventory to sell if nothing new came on the market) dropped.  In December 2013, the absorption rate was 2.9 months, down from 4.3 months the previ... 01/17/2014

Cranford, NJ, is home to about 23,000 people. The town was listed as number 141 in NJ Monthly's Top Towns List last year. At the end of December, there were 70 homes offered for sale in Cranford, but 30 more have been listed since New Years. To browse these listings, click here and then contact us to schedule your appointment.      Homes in Cranford continue to sell quickly as compared to other homes in Union County. Homes that sold in December were on the market for an average of 56 days. While this is slightly longer than homes that sold in November, it is significantly faster than homes that sold in December of 2012 when the average home sold after 89 days.   Sale prices in Cranford are up. The average home sold in December was sold for $458,063, about 15% higher than the average for... 01/12/2014

A 2 family home on a historical site, 65 South Union Avenue in Cranford found new owners today!   How did Team Zuhl get this done? We held a broker’s open house which was very well attended by agents from our office and from other offices in the area. We held one public open house which saw better than average traffic. We wrote public blog posts, Facebook statuses, and Twitter feeds marketing the property for 3 months. We marketed the home verbally with other agents, pointing out the good bones and great location of the home so that agents could bring their buyers to see it. We published a virtual tour of the property on YouTube to maximize exposure. We used enhanced listings on Zillow, Realtor.com, and Trulia to increase appeal, attention, and visibility. You home can be sold quickly, ... 12/31/2013

The real estate market in Cranford, NJ remains strong, even during what is typically a slower holiday period. The key indicators are in the Single Family Home sales.  The “absorption rate”, which is the month’s supply of inventory if no new homes came on the market is down 17% year-over-year, from 4.1 to 3.4 months.  An “even” market is 6months.  More than 6 months tends toward a Buyer’s market and less leans toward a Seller’s market. This is further evidenced by the median sales price being up 11% from November 2012, from $380,000 to $422,000 and the Days On Market is down a whopping 40%!! Finally, the List Price to Sales Price ratio is also up, indicating that there is more competition among Buyers and that properly positioned homes are receiving very close to asking price.   If you h... 12/16/2013

Cranford, NJ, is home to about 23,000 people. The town was listed as number 141 in NJ Monthly's Top Towns List this year. The students in Cranford attend Bloomingdale Avenue School (grades K-2), Brookside Place School (grades K-5), Hillside Avenue School (grades K-8), Livingston Avenue School (grades 3-5), Orange Avenue School (grades 3-8), Walnut Avenue School (grades PreK-2), and Cranfrod High School.  The inventory in Cranford has dropped significantly - in fact, it is lower than it has been since December of 2012. Currently, there are only 81 homes on the market. There were 11 homes sold in Cranford, the lowest month recorded in Cranford since March of 2013.     Home sales were down in November as was the average sale price. The average home sold in Cranford in November was sold for... 12/08/2013

The Cranford, NJ real estate market remains strong through the fall. Thanks to the data provided by 10K Research through the New Jersey Association of Realtors®, the real estate market remains strong.  The data for all major indicators support a vibrant market for this Union County town. Numbers don't lie Through October, new listings were up 25% over the same period last year.  While this is important since we have been seeing a lack of inventory, the fact that closed sales are up 26.5% year-over-year shows the upward pressure on prices.  In fact, the median sales price was up 2.7%, from $389,500 to $400,000. Finally, we have seen that the average list price to sales price ratio has increased slightly, to 96.7%, while the absorption rate (the number of months it would take for all of t... 11/26/2013