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Three Hudson Valley Homes Under $300,000

Halter Associates Realty doesn’t only specialize in luxury real estate sales. We represent buyers and sellers of all types of homes and other properties in Ulster County and across Upstate New York. Plus, we apply our time-tested, award-winning model on behalf of all our clients — to most effectively showcase all of our listings; and to present only the best properties to potential buyers.

This week, we’re highlighting three of our exclusive Hudson Valley residential listings now on the market for less than $300,000.

Fully Renovated Open-Air Contemporary in Optimal Location

14 Tina Drive, Highland, NY | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | $259,000 | MLS# 20183977

This exclusive listing from Halter Associates Realty is ideal for those looking for that…

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The Real Deal: 5 Questions with Founder Lisa Halter

For this edition of The Real Deal, we've flipped the script for an interview with Halter Associates Realty Founder, Owner and Principal Broker Lisa Halter, who established the Woodstock- and Kingston-based independent real estate agency in 2014 with a focus on simplifying and streamlining the realty business in Ulster County and the Hudson Valley.

1. Who is Lisa Halter?

I’m a dedicated professional with a passion for real estate, digital marketing, design, and the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains.

In 2014, after years with a real estate franchise, I consolidated all my interests with the establishment of my real estate agency, Halter Associates Realty, where I am owner and principal broker.

2. Where is Halter Associates Realty…

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Four Hudson Valley Homes Under $400,000

It's well known nationally that spring is "the perfect time" for home buying and selling, and this year is proving no different in the Hudson Valley. Plus, many home sellers are now waiting until later in the season to list, so today's buyers are even more eager when a new home hits the market. 

This last week alone, we listed nine new properties, including the four homes below that have not yet sold.

Newly Renovated 1940s Cape Cod Colonial - Glenford

$379,000 | MLS #20182339

Bright, cheery, 1940s-era Cape Cod-style colonial on approximately one-half acre in Glenford, mere minutes from Woodstock, NY, and Kingston, NY. With three beds and two-and-a-half baths, this three-floor getaway features a chef’s kitchen, private master bedroom,…

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The Perfect New Paltz Home Is On The Market!

37 Morning Star Drive, New Paltz, NY - see full listing HERE 

If the perfect house has a gourmet kitchen with a Viking stove, an in-ground pool, beautifully landscaped grounds, a spacious living room, and a master suite with a jacuzzi and rainfall shower – then this is the house for you! 

Not to mention the private woodland drive AND it's only an hour and a half from New York City! Welcome to Hickory Ridge where you will find this spacious 3,000 square foot contemporary home, minutes to the village of New Paltz and within close proximity to the Historic Mohonk Mountain House.

Both the kitchen and living room allow access to the pool. And, not just any pool. This one is an in-ground, saline, heated pool with natural…

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Cozy Farmhouse for Sale, Saugerties NY 

Hang your hat and kick back in this cozy farmhouse in Saugerties, NY.  Move right into this  2 bedroom, 1 bath farmhouse with pastoral views and room to roam. A smart down-sizer, starter or second home on 2.5 largely fenced acres with quality improvements made in 2016 that make for easy living. 

1387 Glasco Turnpike, Saugerties, NY - See full listing HERE

There's a fantastic Smith & Wellstood wood burning stove in the living room and new insulation & interior finish of enclosed porch & laundry.

Inside you'll find generously proportioned bedrooms, living room, and eat-in kitchen, beamed ceilings, original hardwood floors up & new wide board flooring. And special nooks to cozy up with a book or to take an afternoon nap. 

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Get Cozy With a Tiny Home of Your Very Own

Let's face it, the cost of a smaller home makes the idea of owning a weekend getaway a real possibility.  Why spend all your hard-earned cash on summer shares, weekend B&Bs, or ski shares - when you can have your own property and start building equity at the same time?  Or, maybe you're at a point in life where you want to downsize. There's something intriguing about minimalist living.  With less space (these homes are less than 1000 square feet), you'll want to focus on streamlining your belongings and furniture. Go for a few special pieces in each room; "quality versus quantity" is your new mantra! If you find yourself renovating, try adding a few clever design details, maybe new windows to let in more light, and think about a fun mix of colors to…

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Five Cabins For Sale You'd Be Happy to Hole Up In

There’s nothing like a cozy cabin to hole up in for the winter. Chop a few logs to throw on the fire, serve up a couple of hot toddies and leisurely enjoy perusing the Sunday Times. Yes, this could be your life. Here are a few cabins currently on the market.

273 Grogkill Road Willow, NY / $333.9K - See full listing here

8 Echo Lane, Woodstock NY / $489K - See full listing here

81 Pantherkill Road, Phoenicia NY / $215K - See full listing here

535 Mink Hollow Road, Woodstock NY / $325K - See full listing here

450 Woodland Drive, Olivebridge NY / $349K - See full listing here

Give us a call if you'd like to see one or more of these homes - we'll even have the fireplace roaring for you. 

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The Splendor of a Hudson Valley Victorian Home

Stately. Magnificent. Ornate. Breathtaking. These are some of the words that come to mind when seeing a beautifully maintained or restored Victorian home. There are different styles:  Gothic, folk style, coastal shingle, gingerbread, French or Italian inspired - and of course a mix of styles with turrets, carved woodwork, wrap around porches, lots of windows, and intricate, ornate details. Here are a few Victorian homes currently on the market. 

3285 Route 28, Shokan / $275K - Check out full listing HERE

109 Albany Avenue, Kingston $339.9K - Check out full listing HERE

174 Main Street, Kingston / $364.9K - Check out full listing HERE

2307 Lucas Turnpike, High Falls / $229K - Check out full listing HERE

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Ten Enticing Reasons to Live in Stone Ridge, NY

Stone Ridge is a charming historic hamlet filled with farm stands, inns, cafes, antique shops and of course, stunning stone houses. Our very own agents Maxine and Barbara live in Stone Ridge and share their top 10 reasons to live there.

1. Tucked away, small, sophisticated town – a favorite weekender’s destination, a true gem! 
2. Miles of hiking, kayaking and fishing on 3 rivers
3. Surrounded by protected farmland, mountains, streams and thousands of forever wild acres.
4. Farm fresh Brunch at the Roost http://www.theroostinstoneridge.com/
5. Local events like the annual Stone Ridge Library Fair filled with books, plants, hand-crafted items, live music & mouth-watering food
6. Shopping at The Lost & Found – for fab mid-century finds! 3955…

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Pool Party! Five Houses For Sale That Will Rock Your Summer!

Winter seems to finally be behind us and there's nothing more enticing then the idea of sunshine, pools and happy hour! Long, delicious sunny days filled with floats, hammocks, cool libations and summer reading. So without further ado - here are five fabulous homes with pools ready to welcome their new owner - YOU!

Just click on the title to see the full listing - go ahead... DIVE IN! 

59 Raybrook Drive / Woodstock NY

The beautifully hand crafted cedar gates at the entrance to this exquisite home set the stage for the custom fit and finishes that you will find throughout. The fabulous gourmet kitchen is complemented by the dining area and great room with high ceilings, creating an open floor plan flooded with natural light. Warmed at night…

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