Mike Hunter Sudbury Realtor
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What makes the Garrison Colonial House Style different?
The Garrison Colonial house style is a distinctive sub-category of the colonial house style, found throughout the MetroWest Boston area but not very typical for other parts of the country. The origins of the garrison home can be traced back to England, where this style of house was called a “two-story English overhang” – because…
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Is Dutch Colonial House Style a thing?
The short answer is Yes and No. Gambrel is more a roof style than a house style, but is often applied to homes hence the Dutch Colonial House Style. These homes typically include a gambrel roof with a double slope on each side of the building, and often look like what often is called a…
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Real estate commissions are now more negotiable than ever.
Yes, you heard that right. Real estate commissions are now more negotiable than ever. Here’s the big change – offers of compensation (commission) are now prohibited on the MLS. So if I’m selling what do I do? Offers of compensation to buyer agents are not going away. There will be real estate commissions to the…
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What is a Bungalow House Style? Code for a “winterized camp”.
The bungalow house style is one of the most common types found in older neighborhoods of New England, often near lakes and rivers. These homes became very popular from the 1910’s to the 1930 ‘s and are still popular as “starter” homes in the lowest price range in their towns. Bungalows are generally narrow but…
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Is there a Contemporary House Style in your future?
Even though they are not “contemporary” to anyone who is living in the 2020’s, the name contemporary represents a house style that can be found in small pockets around Metrowest. In a nutshell here are some of their fine features. Contemporary houses were first popularized by the work of Frank Lloyd Wright and his famous…
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What is a Cottage style house? Code for small and dark?
In the Metrowest region, compact houses on small lots are commonly known as cottage style house and are usually found near bodies of water such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and streams. Defining the cottage style can be a challenge, but there are distinct characteristics that set it apart – mainly its laid-back and casual vibe.…
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What is an Antique Home? How can you tell?
Age is only one way to tell if it’s an Antique home. These homes are typically rectangular in shape and include a large central chimney with one or more fireplaces. Outside there are narrow clapboards for the siding material and a simple trim around doors and windows. Sometimes there are a few small windows (called…
