September 2020

Cheshire, Connecticut Named “Best Place to Live” in 2020 As Connecticut’s leading independently owned real estate company, we at Calcagni Real Estate know full well just how much there is to love about Connecticut. From its historic New England charm to its world-renowned colleges and universities and everything in between, Connecticut holds a wide appeal for people of all backgrounds, ages and...

Have you considered living in a private community? 21 Avalon Dr in Middlebury is located in the gorgeous Avalon Farms private community. This custom-built, Foxdale model home offers a spacious owners suite with the potential for a home office right next to it. The kitchen is a chef's dream, with cherry cabinets, double ovens, and an island with seating. Gone are the days of fighting for the bathroom. Each...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top 5 Tips to Moving with Kids During COVID-19? You’ve signed the contract for your Calcagni Real Estate agent, scheduled the closing and lined up the movers with plenty of time to spare. Congratulations—you’re about to begin a whole new chapter in homeownership! But whether this is the first time you’re moving with kids or you feel like a pro, moving during...

Are you still looking for a home that ticks all your "must-have" boxes? Don't miss the chance to check out 150 Linden Avenue in Hamden. This expanded ranch, nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac and on a little over half an acre of land, offers plenty of natural light throughout the house, a beautiful fireplace in the living room, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, and...

You Ask, We Answer: Why Is Moving to Connecticut a Good Idea Right Now? Maybe it’s the dream of closet space that started it. Perhaps it’s the school districts that have you perusing the Calcagni Real Estate website. Or maybe it’s the thought of growing your own vegetable garden that tipped the scales and had you yearning to trade concrete for…Connecticut? Though many homebuyers have tucked...

On the hunt for the perfect luxury home? Settled on 7.76 acres, 164 Burrows Hill Rd in Hebron is here to captivate you with its enchanting beauty. A stainless steel oversized refrigerator, touch control surface stove, and 'Bosh SuperSilence Plus' dishwasher are only a few of the upgrades the gorgeous kitchen has to offer for those who love to cook. Fall in love with the 800 square foot owners suite, which...

Photo of Pierpont Hill in North Haven You Ask, We Answer: Why Can't I Use My Own Subcontractors for My New Construction Home? Congratulations! You've just purchased the house of your dreams: A new construction home in the ideal Connecticut location—and you can't wait to get started in making it yours. In the process, you figure you'll save some money by hiring Uncle Joe to help with the...

Photo of Arbor Meadows in Cromwell You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Budget for New Construction? Whether you’ve started house hunting online or you’ve been slowly wading back into in-person open houses, chances are, your search for the perfect Connecticut home comes with a “wish list.” For many homebuyers today, having ample space to work (and learn) from home is figuring more prominently during...