Bridgewater Condos Blog » Uncategorized http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog by Joe Krause Thu, 03 Jun 2010 03:06:00 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Bridgewater NJ School System- Does it make the grade? http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2010/01/bridgewater-nj-school-system-does-it-make-the-grade/ http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2010/01/bridgewater-nj-school-system-does-it-make-the-grade/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2010 23:41:26 +0000 admin http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/?p=266 This is one of the main questions you recieve when you’re speaking with someone interested in living in Bridgewater. I’ve written previous posts on the school system within Bridgewater so that is not the point I want to make tonight. What I want to point out is how to find the information you need. You need to seek information straight from the people who give the school their “grades.”

It may sound simple but the State of New Jersey gives every school in the state a report card. This report card is extremely important because it can answer all the questions you may have all in one place.

For example in 2008 the state had this to say about the Bridgewater NJ school system:

“This is a very good district striving to be better and there is certainly much to be excited about. But a school district is only as strong as the people in it. Thanks to an outstanding community, excellent staff, supportive parents, and motivated students, Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District is truly one of the pre-eminent districts in the state. ”

All this can be found at:

http://education.state.nj.us/rc/rc08/menu/A/B.html

Make sure you check out each narative for the individual schools with the Bridgewater school district to get the full picture.

If you have any other main conerns the best thing to do is make an appointment with the schools in question and get your answers from the source. This tried and true method is a wonderful way to give you the full picture on a given town.

For all other info go to the Board of Education website which is :

http://www.brrsd.k12.nj.us/

I hope that helps and make sure to give me a call if youhave any questions and we’ll get it done.

]]> http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2010/01/bridgewater-nj-school-system-does-it-make-the-grade/feed/ 15 Loft Farm- Bridgewater (Martinsville) Condos Spotlight http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2010/01/loft-farm-bridgewater-martinsville-condos-spotlight/ http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2010/01/loft-farm-bridgewater-martinsville-condos-spotlight/#comments Thu, 07 Jan 2010 22:11:20 +0000 admin http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/?p=246 The spotlight today is focused on Loft Farm a very luxurious townhome community in the Martinsville section of Bridgewater. For your background Martinsville is an unincorporated section of northeastern Bridgewater. The area has it’s own ZIP code and post office. The properties in Loft Farm have a higher price point than the other communites in the area but when you see the pictures you’ll see why. Most of these properties are 2 bedroom 2 bath units but have a lot of open space. You can notice the level of open space when you enter the property due to the high ceilings. Check out the pictures and I think you’ll agree. There are some properties available at the moment so check my ‘for sale’ section to see more info. Enjoy the tour!

This sign will greet you when you get home Excellent profile shot of a townhouse unit- Lots of parking for sure! Another profile shot for the other direction The view from the front of of unit- notice the wonderful brick work This is an example of a different housing layout within Loft Farm A front shot of another style of townhouse Open space is all around in Loft Farm A closer shot of the loft farm condos For those who like less brick work this style has more siding to suite your taste The backs of the townhouse units taken from the playground area. The clubhouse for association meetings and various functions. The playground near the club house. The large pool available to residents. ]]> http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2010/01/loft-farm-bridgewater-martinsville-condos-spotlight/feed/ 0 Stratton Meadows- Bridgewater Condos Spotlight http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/stratton-meadows-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/ http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/stratton-meadows-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/#comments Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:16:06 +0000 admin http://bridgewater-condos.com/blog/?p=145 It’s that time again for the next installment of Bridgewater Condos spotlight. Today’s featured condo community is Stratton Meadows. This large community has both traditional condo units along with many townhouse units. It’s located directly off Route 22 making for an excellent commute to work. Without further delay check out the wonderful pictures of Stratton Meadows and give me a call if you see anything you’d like to see in person.

These are the townhouse units with a garage. This is another color scheme of the townhouse units with garages. These are the condo units some of which have 3 bedrooms. These are the backyards you can expect in Stratton Meadows. The front view of the townhouse units with a lot of wonderful brick work. The entrance to your new Stratton Meadows condo. This is the large pool members can expect to swim in. These are the condo unit entrances- 3 bedrooms on the ground floor. Check out the ample parking for the condo units. The playground which also has a swingset not pictured. The clubhouse for private functions and condo meetings. Tennis courts- there are 2 of them in separate fenced in areas Stratton Meadows members enjoy this large pond. ]]> http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/stratton-meadows-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/feed/ 0 Wegmans = The Game Changer http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/wegmans-the-game-changer/ http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/wegmans-the-game-changer/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:31:30 +0000 admin http://bridgewater-condos.com/blog/?p=98 Even though it’s something I’ve previously mentioned, I’m compelled to
give the following topic its own spot on the blog. When people ask
about some of the perks associated with living in Bridgewater, one of
them has to be: “I live a mile from Wegmans.”

For those who are familiar with the wonders of a grocery store like
Wegmans, then you can understand why this answer is in my top 3.
If you’re looking to move into the area and are not sure what the deal
is with Wegmans, let me break it down. You know your local
supermarket? Take everything you like about it and multiply it by 100
and you still might not come close to what you’d see at the
Bridgewater Wegmans. Experienced cooks will treat it as a second home,
and those who don’t cook will start to!

It’s important to consider something like this as part of why living
in Bridgewater will change your life for the better. And if you still
don’t believe me, get down here and check it out for yourself.

]]> http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/wegmans-the-game-changer/feed/ 1 The Bridle Club- Bridgewater Condos spotlight http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/the-bridle-club-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/ http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/the-bridle-club-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:10:41 +0000 admin http://bridgewater-condos.com/blog/?p=73 Today’s Bridgewater  Condos spotlight will be on the Bridle Club Condo / Townhouse community. I have a special connection to this community because I live here and I’m about to go on my second year as a resident. I feel when you see the pictures you can see why making the Bridle Club your home may be a great option for you. Without further delay lets get started:

These are the typical condo units in the Bridle Club. Some of these units include lofts. Condo owners can expect to see grass! This is an example of the garden style units in the Bridle Club Another color scheme of the garden units. I love the brick work on this style of townhouse in the Bridle Club This is one of the many color schemes in the Bridle Club Townhouse units. Most townhouse units have a large garage. Townhouses back up to green grass. The townhouses enjoy a large deck and back up to open spaces. Newly paved roads A nice playground for the kids. The Bridle Clubhouse is used for meetings and private parties. Not much to look at in the fall. Image a ton of tables and chairs! 2 big tennis courts for your recreational needs. A nature trail that members can enjoy. ]]> http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/the-bridle-club-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/feed/ 0 Are we getting this Tax Credit Extended or what?! http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/are-we-getting-this-tax-credit-extended-or-what/ http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/are-we-getting-this-tax-credit-extended-or-what/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:25:08 +0000 admin http://bridgewater-condos.com/blog/?p=71 The talk of the real estate world and around the real estate water cooler is, will Congress extend this tax credit? A great article from the New York Times was brought to my attention today and it looks like Congress has come to an understanding on the program.

“The homebuyers’ credit — enacted last year, expanded this year and scheduled to expire Nov. 30 — would be extended to cover homes under contract by April 30. Also, it no longer would be limited to first-time buyers; people who have owned a home for at least five years could get a $6,500 credit on a new residence. Income limits for eligibility would be raised, making many more people qualify.”

Sounds good to you right? Sounds good to me. One of the major flaws of the current program is that it only worked for first-time home buyers. What about people in condos looking to trade up? It’s a huge portion of the population and hopefully if the article is correct we should see something by this Weds. But as the ol’ saying goes there are only two things certain in life and the government working on your schedule is NOT one of them.

If you want to read more check out the attached link to the aforementioned New York Times Article.

http://tinyurl.com/yblr8np

]]> http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/are-we-getting-this-tax-credit-extended-or-what/feed/ 1 Beacon Hill- Bridgewater Condos Spotlight http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/beacon-hill-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/ http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/beacon-hill-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:52:16 +0000 admin http://bridgewater-condos.com/blog/?p=55 From time to time I want to take you inside some of these Bridgewater condo communities to get a better feel for what they have to offer. Today’s spotlight is focused on the Beacon Hill community in Bridgewater. It’s a very modern community with both condo and townhouse units. Lets get started:

This is an example of some of the Beacon Hill Townhouse units. I happen to love the brick work and it gives the units a great look. Some of these townhouses have fenced in backyards. You don't need to sacrafice space with a townhouse in Beacon Hill. This is the front door of the townhouses in Beacon Hill. The color scheme is great and there are a ton of windows as well. Some of the townhouse units even have a walk out basement. The Beacon Hill Condo units enjoy wide open spaces like the townhouse units. This is the other side of the Beacon Hill condo units. When you drive into your community you can expect to see this great archway and fresh flowers. This is the clubhouse members can use while living in Beacon Hill. Take a walk on the provided nature trail. Tennis anyone? ]]> http://www.bridgewater-condos.com/blog/2009/11/beacon-hill-bridgewater-condos-spotlight/feed/ 1