New Paltz New York Community Overview   People looking to relocate to New Paltz New York are interested in learning more about the area. Previously I posted a New Paltz NY Relocation Package . With links and information to be used when relocating.   A community overview of the New Paltz area is helpful as well.   The population growth since 2000 is 8%. With a total population of 18,279 and a desity of 300 people per mile. Average household size is 2.3 and there are 26% of households with children. New Paltz has 6790 households and the median age is 30.28.   Currently there are 96 single family homes on the Ulster County MLS. This includes condos, townhouses, and all single family residents. The housing inventory is 54.8% owner occupied, 38.5% rented and 6.7% vacant. Annual residential t... 12/22/2011

One of the most popular places for second homes and relocation in the Mid-Hudson Valley is New Platz New York. New Paltz,  a small college town at the base of the Shawangunk Ridge is famous for it’s rock climbing.  Home of Minnewaska and Mohonk Mountain House and 90 minutes from Manhattan, New Paltz is a frequent destination for many. Many people express the interest in homes in New Paltz as second homes, commuter homes, student housing and primary residents looking to be in the New Paltz School District. Over the past year, according to the Ulster County MLS,  102 listings on single family homes in New Paltz expired. With all New Paltz has to offer it makes me wonder why would so many listings expire. The most popular excuse for an expired listing is- the market. Buyers are really nerv... 12/21/2011

The Holiday Season is a busy time when we spend time with family and friends. Are you hosting out of town guests?  Going the extra mile when hosting out-of-town guests can be both affordable and reflect the charms of your town.  Here are some handy tips I like to share with clients who have friends staying in the wonderful Highland and New Paltz areas.   For the guest room:   •       Clear out a nice space for your guests items. Even a section of a closet or a dedicated set of shelves / drawers will help them feel welcome.                                                                                                                                                       •       Fresh flowers are a great way to make an average guest room seem like a little dose of “B&B” treatment. •     ... 12/15/2011

Where is New Paltz New York? 90 miles north of Manhattan NYC and 70 miles south of Albany NY, off exit 18 is a gem of the Mid-Hudson Valley. Welcome to New Paltz NY 12561. A popular area for visitors with all New Paltz has to offer. The Wallkill River runs through New Paltz. Along the River is the historic Huguenot Street with it's charming old stone houses. Minnewaska State Park is to the east along with Mohonk Mountain House a popular destination for vacationers looking to get away from the everyday. Various outdoor activities are available. Rock climbers and view seekers enjoy the Shawangunk Ridge which is easily seen from New Paltz and surrounding towns of Gardiner and Shawangunk. Just to the west of the Thruway is the Main Street with shops eateries. Just before crossing the Wallki... 12/07/2011

    New Paltz New York Relocation Package   As a New Paltz Realtor and lifelong local resident, I believe Southern Ulster County New York is a wonderful place to live. New Paltz is a popular destination for relocation. I put this package together to for those relocating or visiting to have all the information they need in one place.    New Paltz is located in Ulster County New York. Surrounding areas within minutes of New Paltz are Highland, Gardiner, Esopus, and Plattekill. When searching for home to relocate to explore these areas as well. If the school district is important, rather than search by town search by school district.   When you relocate buy or sell real estate please call me and I will be happy to help you every step of the way.   Local governments   The Village of New Pal... 12/02/2011

Mohonk Mountian House, Retreat from Everyday... A wonderful step out of the ordinary is awaiting you in New Paltz New York. Just 90 minutes north of New York City Mohonk Mountain House is a feast for your senses. This Victorian Castle built in 1869 sits at the top of the Shawangunk Ridge. The lake is surrounded by beautiful rock formations common the the "Gunks". Noted for it famous New Paltz Rock climbing, the Shawangunk Ridge is topped by Lake Mohonk and Mohonk Mountain House. Rock climbing is just one of the many amenities offered at the Mohonk Mountain house. There are 85 miles of hiking trails, golf, swimming, boating, horseback riding, and carriage rides. The winter brings ice skating, snow shoeing and cross country skiing. After the day full of activities you will want to take ti... 12/01/2011

New Paltz Realtor- If you are looking to purchase or sell real estate in Southern Ulster County in areas such as New Paltz, Highland, Gardiner and surrounding areas. The first thing to do is contact a Realtor. The benefits of working with a realtor can be found at: http://www.realtor.org/realtororg.nsf/pages/whoisarealtor .   As an experienced New Paltz Realtor, I have had the opportunity to work with many clients to help them acheive their real estate goals. For more information go to my website . Realtors follow a code of ethics. "When representing a buyer, seller, landlord, tenant, or other client as an agent, REALTORS® pledge themselves to protect and promote the interests of their client." This is ultimate to me . I work tirelessly in my clients best interest as their New Paltz Rea... 11/30/2011

SUNY New Paltz Student Housing Student Housing is a major expense in the futher education of students. Each year as a local New Paltz Realtor I get calls from parents or students about to start Suny New Paltz. In New Paltz we realize there is inadequate off campus housing. A new trend that makes sense for parents of Suny New Paltz housing alternatives to dorms or off campus housing is an investment in a home for the four or more years the student will be at SUNY New Paltz. The parents looking for alternative housing may purchase a local condo, townhouse, single family home or multi-family home in which the student can live and rent additional space to other students. With interest rates historically low and home prices down this can be a significant savings over typical SUNY New Paltz s... 11/29/2011

Homes For Sale Highland and New Paltz New York We hear all the time- Now is the time to buy! It is a buyers market! Contact your New Paltz Realtor! What does that mean to you? It means if you have every considered buying a home, second home or investment property. You can get a great deal right now. It means call your Highland NY Realtor. Interest rates are historically low.    Homes in Highland New York and New Paltz, typically desireable for the commuter friendly location. With the thruway, Metro-North, and the bus station minutes away. Being in the midst of a college area, within a short trip to SUNY New Paltz, Vassar College, Marist College and Ulster and Dutchess Community Colleges the area is a popular area for staff and students. Parents see the benefit of purchasing a home for t... 11/28/2011

  Highland New York a home for commuters Those who work in New York City and are looking for a community that is a great commuter location, need to take a look at Highland New York. Highland is located across the Mid- Hudson Bridge (officially the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Mid-Hudson Bridge) from Poughkeepsie. The Metro-North Poughkeepsie Commuter Railroad provides a quick and scenic travel between New York City and Poughkeepsie. Highland is also ten minutes to the New Paltz Exit of the New York State Thruway and a 90 minute drive to New York City. In Highland you can access the popular Hudson Valley Rail Trail which connects to the Walkway over the Hudson. To go to more great information on the Walkway over the Hudson go to http://walkway.org/  Highland New York sits amid the apple orc... 11/23/2011

New Paltz NY second homes are very popular. A short commute from New York City, New Paltz NY second homes make a perfect place for a weekend get away.   New Paltz NY is a small college town with a little bit of everything for everybody. The perfect retreat for hikers, artists, mountain climbers, kayakers and anyone looking to enjoy the beauty of the Shawangunk Mountains. The town is full of wonderful shops and eateries to delight every taste.   The home of SUNY New Paltz, many parents find investing in a New Paltz NY second home to house their student for four years makes lots of sense. There are many condos units and townhouses on the market that make a safe home for local students.   All prices styles and something to suit everyone is available. The see the homes that are currently on... 11/18/2011

Looking Beyond by Feng Shui New York Consultant Laura Cerrano Laura Cerrano Feng Shui NY consultant was blessed and very excited to have the opportunity returning back to her old stomping ground, SUNY New Paltz.  Walking the campus, Laura reminisced of so many excellent memories. Watching the sunset, she noticed students discussing their future together.  Tis the time for graduation, and for many this can be an exciting and scary moment in life.  Ms. Cerrano's best advice to college graduates, look beyond, welcome change and opportunity with open arms.  College is fun but, "real" life is even sweeter ;) Blessings and congratulations to all the new college grads around the world  Feng Shui Long Island NY in New York Feng Shui Long Island Fan Page on Facebook *Carole Provenzale has been a... 05/11/2011

Tired of paying for information you should be able to easily get for free?  We'll give it to you!  Just go to www.HVForeclosures.com.  You'll get free access to the latest foreclosure list for Ulster County NY. As a bonus, we will also send you the Orange County NY foreclosure list as well.We are regional experts in the location and sale of distressed property since 1990.  Visit our family of sites below.  Contact us at 845-255-1045www.HVHomesAndLand.comwww.HVForeclosures.comwww.BuyOrSellInUlsterCounty.com   03/23/2011

There are so many distressed homes on the market now that it is not a novelty anymore to say that you found a bargain foreclosure.  Unfortunately, it has become almost the norm.  So how does one differentiate between a real deal and a "pig in a poke"?  One of the obvious answers is location, as it is with retail real estate.  If you can find a distressed house in a great location, you are already ahead of the game.  Once you have located this house, the next step is to obtain a thorough home inspection.  You can safely assume that while in the process of loosing their home, the former owners ran out of money and thus stopped taking care of the home.  They may even have been angry enough to take it out on the house by vandalizing it.  If you will be fixing up the house either to live in,... 10/31/2010

As if this market isn't hard enough!  I have several listings I can't sell now because of the moratorium on foreclosures.  Isn't this a lot like closing the barn door after the horse got out?  The houses have already been vacated, in fact, the former owners were evicted.  Now I understand why when I had to deliver the sad news that they had been foreclosued on and had to leave, they didn't belive me and fought tooth an nail to leave.  Surprise surprise!!  Maybe their paperwork was erroneously filed and they weren't foreclosed on at all!  All this will surely sink the market even further.  It has truly gone from bad to worse.    10/31/2010

Ulster County Real Estate - New Paltz New York Whether looking for a new home, a second home, weekender, country retreat..... start your search for New Paltz NY Real Estate here! Looking for Ulster County MLS listings? Search for Real Estate in Ulster County NOW Located approximately ninety miles north of Manhattan and sixty miles south of Albany on the New York State Thruway, New Paltz is a rural community in Ulster County with urban flavor.  Its rural character is clearly evident in the numerous orchards, vineyards, gardens and corn fields.  Its urban flavor is a product of the presence of The State University of New York College at New Paltz, accommodating 7700 students who come from various cities in New York, other states and over fifty countries of the world.  The SUNY-New Paltz c... 10/18/2010

  Ulster County Real Estate: New Paltz NY Real Estate   The Village of New Paltz:  Easily accessible from the New York State Thruway, New Paltz is an eclectic, historic and hustling little village.  One of the counties most diverse villages, the Wallkill River runs through town and the dramatic stone faced cliffs of Mohonk Mountain and the Shawangunk Ridge rise to the east.  Imagine a place where you can stop for a brew and a hardy burger or a mineral water with vegan wrap, then visit an art gallery or a theatrical performance.  Part of New Paltz’s charm is attributed to its diversity, not only is New Paltz home to the State University of New York at New Paltz but also home to the Historic Huegenot Street where authentic old stone houses open their doors to the public.  Just a short dri... 09/24/2010

It's obvious that the Ulster County Real Estate market is not as active as it was during the post 9/11 boom. However, Real Estate in Ulster County continues to be an excellent purchase and here are 3 reasons why: The Metro-North train station in Poughkeepsie is a mere 5 minute drive across the Mid-Hudson Bridge from Highland in Ulster County. You'll get to Manhattan via the train faster than one would coming from LaGrange, Wappingers Falls, Rhinebeck or even parts of Poughkeepsie itself. You'll also get more bang for your buck in Ulster County than for any of Poughkeepsie's neighboring towns. The Hudson Valley Rail Trail will soon be linked with the Walkway Over the Hudson. I've long been a proponent of the Walkway Over the Hudson as an economic stimulus to Ulster and Dutchess Counties.... 08/17/2010

New foreclosure coming on the market shortly.  Just 3 miles south of New Paltz Village.  Call Sharon Klein, GRIBroker/OwnerHudson Valley Homes and Land845-255-1045www.HVHomesandLand.com for a list of PRE listings.  As and REO broker I have a list of houses that are waiting to be listed but cannot be listed right now for a variety of reasons:  still occupied, need to be cleaned, need to be repairs, have debris inside, etc.  Get a jump on the "competition".  Contact me today! or register at www.HVForeclosures.com for a free list of what is currently on the market in distressed sales.     08/16/2010

New Paltz is a unique destination for outdoor enthusiasts, American historians, wine aficionados, gourmets, music lovers, and parents of children attending State University at New Paltz (SUNY New Paltz).  Such outdoor activities include world class rock climbing, hiking in the over 25,000 acres of the preserved open space of Monhonk and Minnewaska State Park, kayaking the Wallkill River, mountain biking on the carriage roads in the Mohonk Preserve, triathlons, etc.  In the Winter, there is cross country skiing and snowshoeing.  In fact, just about any outdoor activity you can imagine can be found in New Paltz, NY.All this and more, has made New Paltz the prime destination for home buying.  In fact, compared to the rest of the region, home values in New Paltz have remained quite stable, ... 07/27/2010