Copyright 2009 http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate en-us Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:00:28 -0500 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:00:28 -0500 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Tommy-Hilfiger-Sells-CT-home-at-a-discount-70612537.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:21:58 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/080409+Baby+Boom+Tommy+Hilfiger.jpg
There's more to the fashion mogul's Greenwich pad that went for a steal.

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Retired New York Giants placekicker Peter Gogolak is selling his Darien house.

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The cleaning was about debt, not dirt, when the Shakils were buying their new home.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Ex-Football-Player-Lists-Darien-Crib-70269582.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:30:07 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/halstead1.jpg
NFL placekicker's latest real estate venture for sale in Darien.

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From nondescript apartment buildings to spectacular mansions, check out these celebrity cribs including Joe Montana's estate going for... what else? $49 million.]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/End-of-the-McMansion-63529922.html Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:07:16 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*81/mansion.jpg
The end of the “McMansion” era might be looming along the state's shoreline because the law that allows them might change.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/How-Do-You-Get-Rich--Ask-the-Wealthy-62853117.html Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:23:39 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/island+640x480.JPG
We've all driven by huge homes and wondered what it takes to have enough money to live there, but most of us don't go ring the doorbell and ask. But then there's Esquire editor and West Hartford native Ryan...

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The legendary animator's childhood home is for sale in Hermosa Park, but attracting few buyers.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Most-Hated-Husband-in-America-Selling-His-San-Francisco-Pad-61511942.html Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:49:44 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*66/stephefowler.jpg
The most hated husband in America is packing his bags and leaving his San Francisco home.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Buy-the-Possibly-Historic-Home-That-Tony-Bennett-Might-Have-Lived-In-61249492.html Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:21:50 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*66/tonybennett1.jpg
It could just be a rumor to help an overinflated building sell in a tough market but then again it could be true.

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A catchy guitar riff can only take you so far. A knack for selling real estate did the rest for Sharona Alperin.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/SOLD-Madoffs-Montauk-Beach-House-Bought-by-Mystery-Millionaire-59634407.html Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:40:02 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/madoffhousesub.jpg
The house features a grand, columned porch with stunning views.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Ferris-Bueller-Home-Risks-Demoltion-59495012.html Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:50:41 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/Ferris+Bueller%27s+Day+Off.jpg
Non-profit Landmarks Illinois puts famous building on endangered list.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Green-Days-Billie-Joe-Moves-Out-of-the-Poor-House-59363967.html Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:37:30 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/greendayhouse-main.jpg
Gone are the modest days of Sweet Children and playing shows at Rod's Hickory Pit for Green Day singer Bille Joe Armstrong, who is selling his Oakland house for $4.5 million.

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Congratulations, New Haveners! You can now raise up to six hens (not roosters!) in your backyard.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Tenants-Rent-Increase-Is-Cruel-57759927.html Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:26:26 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*83/13105821.jpg
Some West Hartford tenants scrambled to find a new place to live after their new landlord announced their rent would sharply increase. The rent they were paying was far below market value.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Grouchos-Beverly-Hills-Home-for-Sale-Cigar-Not-Included-57567547.html Sat, 05 Sep 2009 14:26:49 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/478px-Groucho_Marx.jpg
Forget "A Night at the Opera." You could spend a night at Groucho's house if you can pony up $12.9 million.

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In the past few months the housing market has seen some improvement. But some owners of Greenwich mansions have taken down for sale signs and put up for rent ones.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/NATL-Get-This-43-Million-Home-for-Under-200-53941292.html Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:18:42 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*82/oak1.jpg
Non-profit to raffle off California dream house. Tickets start at $175.

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No one bothered to bid on the infamous property during an auction last month, but that doesn't mean no one is interested.

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If the walls of the New York townhouse Bob Guccione lived in could talk, they would have some pretty interesting stories, especially about the Penthouse founder’s legendary parties.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Bringing-Sexy-Back-To-Greenwich-53144957.html Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:35:22 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/111708-justin-timberlake-p1_448x336.jpg
Pop sensation Justin Timberlake has eyes for Jessica Biel and there are conflicting reports on whether he's also eyeing a Greenwich mansion.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Dwyane-Wades-New-Chi-Town-Crib-52962697.html Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:03:43 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/080409+Dwayne+Wade.jpg
Just gawk at MV3's new THM in the Windy City's River North neighborhood.

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Don't want to spend $350 per night on a hotel? Try crashing on a stranger's couch - for free.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/fashion/At-Last-A-Halt-Worthy-Halter-52535042.html Thu, 06 Aug 2009 01:00:00 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/rsz_scarf_dress_large3.jpg
The preppy duo behind Dakota Martin changed our halter-skeptical minds and brought us the perfect - and packable - silk scarf halter that we all know and love. But for those who can't get enough, they've...

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/New-London-Names-Best-Small-Town-Burg-52530932.html Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:09:29 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*81/bostonskyline.jpg
Big props to New London. The seaport city has been branded one of the best small towns for adventure in America.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/For-Love-or-Money.html Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:32:04 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*66/money_generic_cash.jpg
Money can't buy you love. Or can it?

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Really-Righteous-Greenies.html Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:46:52 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*76/82772175.jpg
Really righteous greenies reduce their carbon footprint for God.

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Want to know what's happening - or not - with Trading Spaaces? Paige Davis tells NBC Connecticut first.

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It's possible you drive by the Colt Building every day without giving it a second thought.  But maybe you should.  You never know when it will help you win a contest!

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Paige Davis offers tips on bargain shopping for your home without looking like you are doing so.

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Has the recession sent your spending power out the window? Fear not: You can get a landscaped five-bedroom villa near the ocean in Jeffrey's Bay, South Africa

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/A-Haunting-in-Madison.html Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:46:52 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*90/Madison_Haunting_Investigation.JPG
Paranormal investigators said they've recorded spirits inside the Deacon John Grave House in Madison.

]]> http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/around-town/real-estate/Make-A-Deal-With-Don-Imus.html Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:46:52 -0500 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/120*66/don-imus-031609.jpg
Don Imus is trying to break a record. His Westport mansion is on the market for $30 million.

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