La gimnasia comenzó en la antigua Grecia como un entrenamiento físico y mental para los atletas, y desde entonces se ha desarrollado en un deporte competitivo que requiere gran fuerza, flexibilidad y habilidad.
This document summarizes findings from a survey of over 2,000 Americans about their views and use of public libraries. Some key findings include:
- Borrowing books, access to reference librarians, and free access to computers/internet are seen as very important library services. Many patrons would welcome expanded digital services like online research help from librarians and apps to access library materials.
- Majorities think libraries should offer literacy programs, coordinate with schools, and have comfortable reading spaces. Opinions are mixed on moving printed materials to free up room for other services.
- While most see libraries as important community resources, many don't know the full range of current services. Some patrons report increasing use
This document summarizes a recent real estate transaction in Jamestown, Rhode Island. It discusses the sale of a waterfront home at 139 Seaside Drive in Jamestown for $1,195,000. The home is 4,500 square feet with views of Narragansett Bay from nearly every room. It has three bedrooms and bathrooms along with a gourmet kitchen and multiple outdoor spaces including decks and a pool. The same real estate agency, Lila Delman Real Estate International, handled both the listing and sale of the property.
Named Wind Hill, this Bristol, R.I., estate offers a main house built in 1890, a carriage house, a gatehouse, stables, and a tennis court all set on 17 acres.
The Tudor-style 7,328-square-foot main home has three floors of living space with 10 bedrooms, six baths, two half baths, and six fireplaces, along with amazing views of Narragansett Bay. Famed firm Trowbridge & Livingston designed the home. They also created such New York City buildings as the Saint Regis Hotel, the B. Altman and Co. department store, and J.P. Morgan and Co. Bank. The grounds were designed by the Olmsted Brothers.
The estate in its entirety, 55 Ferry Road, is listed for $6,995,000.
The carriage house, which was built in the 1990s, has four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 3,652 square feet of living space. The gatehouse, which was built in the 1920s, offers four bedrooms, two baths, and 1,855 square feet of living space. It was originally built as accommodations for the chauffeur.
Outside, there is a saltwater pool set within a walled garden area and a garage that fits 11 cars.
This six-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 5,000-square-foot home in Westerly, Rhode Island is listed for sale at $12.5 million. It sits on 0.95 acres of land with 180 feet of beach frontage and access to a private 3-mile long beach. Built in 1919, the home is in the Shingle Style and features a gambrel roof, bluestone terrace, and concrete columns. The interior was designed by renowned Albert Hadley and includes a living room with fireplace, dining room, eat-in kitchen with high-end appliances, and a wine cellar. The master suite has a sitting room, shiplap walls in the bathroom
Rhode Island Housing has announced a new reverse mortgage assistance program that offers up to $50,000 to eligible senior homeowners with reverse mortgages who are behind on property-related charges like taxes, insurance, and homeowners' association fees. The program uses federal Hardest Hit Funds to prevent foreclosures and stabilize the housing market. Seniors must have a documented financial hardship and have exhausted other options to qualify.
House of the week stone accented Jamestown home has expansive water viewsLila Delman Real Estate
The three-level, stone-accented house in Jamestown, Rhode Island has expansive water views of Narragansett Bay from nearly every room. Built in 1978, the 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home sits on over an acre of land with its own deep-water dock. The second floor is dedicated to the master suite, while three other bedrooms and main living areas are on the first floor. The lower level contains an in-law suite. The home is privately located at the end of a long driveway and priced at $2,790,000.
La gimnasia comenzó en la antigua Grecia como un entrenamiento físico y mental para los atletas, y desde entonces se ha desarrollado en un deporte competitivo que requiere gran fuerza, flexibilidad y habilidad.
This document summarizes findings from a survey of over 2,000 Americans about their views and use of public libraries. Some key findings include:
- Borrowing books, access to reference librarians, and free access to computers/internet are seen as very important library services. Many patrons would welcome expanded digital services like online research help from librarians and apps to access library materials.
- Majorities think libraries should offer literacy programs, coordinate with schools, and have comfortable reading spaces. Opinions are mixed on moving printed materials to free up room for other services.
- While most see libraries as important community resources, many don't know the full range of current services. Some patrons report increasing use
This document summarizes a recent real estate transaction in Jamestown, Rhode Island. It discusses the sale of a waterfront home at 139 Seaside Drive in Jamestown for $1,195,000. The home is 4,500 square feet with views of Narragansett Bay from nearly every room. It has three bedrooms and bathrooms along with a gourmet kitchen and multiple outdoor spaces including decks and a pool. The same real estate agency, Lila Delman Real Estate International, handled both the listing and sale of the property.
Named Wind Hill, this Bristol, R.I., estate offers a main house built in 1890, a carriage house, a gatehouse, stables, and a tennis court all set on 17 acres.
The Tudor-style 7,328-square-foot main home has three floors of living space with 10 bedrooms, six baths, two half baths, and six fireplaces, along with amazing views of Narragansett Bay. Famed firm Trowbridge & Livingston designed the home. They also created such New York City buildings as the Saint Regis Hotel, the B. Altman and Co. department store, and J.P. Morgan and Co. Bank. The grounds were designed by the Olmsted Brothers.
The estate in its entirety, 55 Ferry Road, is listed for $6,995,000.
The carriage house, which was built in the 1990s, has four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 3,652 square feet of living space. The gatehouse, which was built in the 1920s, offers four bedrooms, two baths, and 1,855 square feet of living space. It was originally built as accommodations for the chauffeur.
Outside, there is a saltwater pool set within a walled garden area and a garage that fits 11 cars.
This six-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 5,000-square-foot home in Westerly, Rhode Island is listed for sale at $12.5 million. It sits on 0.95 acres of land with 180 feet of beach frontage and access to a private 3-mile long beach. Built in 1919, the home is in the Shingle Style and features a gambrel roof, bluestone terrace, and concrete columns. The interior was designed by renowned Albert Hadley and includes a living room with fireplace, dining room, eat-in kitchen with high-end appliances, and a wine cellar. The master suite has a sitting room, shiplap walls in the bathroom
Rhode Island Housing has announced a new reverse mortgage assistance program that offers up to $50,000 to eligible senior homeowners with reverse mortgages who are behind on property-related charges like taxes, insurance, and homeowners' association fees. The program uses federal Hardest Hit Funds to prevent foreclosures and stabilize the housing market. Seniors must have a documented financial hardship and have exhausted other options to qualify.
House of the week stone accented Jamestown home has expansive water viewsLila Delman Real Estate
The three-level, stone-accented house in Jamestown, Rhode Island has expansive water views of Narragansett Bay from nearly every room. Built in 1978, the 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home sits on over an acre of land with its own deep-water dock. The second floor is dedicated to the master suite, while three other bedrooms and main living areas are on the first floor. The lower level contains an in-law suite. The home is privately located at the end of a long driveway and priced at $2,790,000.
The two iconic downtown Providence properties - the former Providence Journal building and the adjacent former Kresge's department store - have been put back on the market after being purchased in 2016 by developer William Thibeault for $2.3 million total. Thibeault had plans to rehabilitate the buildings but is now selling them without listing a specific asking price. Additionally, several high-end home sales are reported in Providence and Newport, with prices ranging from $1.15 million to $2.75 million.
A waterfront home on Potter's Pond in Narragansett, Rhode Island sold for $1.85 million, representing the highest single-family home sale in the area since 2005. The 3.85 acre property includes a 2,710 square foot home with 5 bedrooms and panoramic ocean views. The sale reflects the strong demand and rising prices for coastal homes in Rhode Island.
A home in Barrington sold for $2.08 million on May 3rd. The sellers were represented by Helen Macdonald and Midge Berkery of Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty, who also facilitated the sale for the buyer, Adams Point LLC. In South Kingstown, a waterfront home on 3.85 acres with a dock and pool sold for $1.85 million. Additionally, a home in Providence's East Side sold for $1.057 million, and a commercial property in Newport sold for $1.9 million, including two retail spaces and five residential units. A mansion in Newport was also listed for sale at $12 million.
A beachfront cottage in Quonochontaug, Rhode Island sold for $2.07 million, making it the highest priced property sold in the area so far in 2017. The 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home located at 101 Surfside Avenue has 1,938 square feet and sits on nearly half an acre with views of Block Island, Fishers Island, and Montauk. The international real estate brokerage Lila Delman represented the sellers in the April 28 sale.
A 12,500 square foot mansion in Newport, Rhode Island called "Ker Arvor" is for sale for $12 million. The mansion was built in the 1930s and has 9 bedrooms and 21 rooms total. It sits on 9.1 acres of land with formal gardens and outdoor amenities. The current owner, Maureen Donnell, is selling because she wants to travel more and downsize to a smaller home in Newport.
This document summarizes the sale of a waterfront estate property located at 89B S. Arnolda Road in Charlestown, Rhode Island. The 5.49-acre property sold for $4,025,000, making it the highest priced single-family home sale in Charlestown since 2008. The 5,424 square foot home, built in 1920 and renovated, includes four bedrooms, six fireplaces, a dock, and boathouse. The sale represents strong ongoing demand for coastal properties in Rhode Island.
A 5.49-acre waterfront estate in Charlestown's Arnolda section sold on Friday for over $4 million, marking the highest sale in Charlestown since 2008. The circa 1920 residence includes 5,424 square feet of living space with four bedrooms, six fireplaces, a dock, and boathouse on the property which borders Ninigret Pond. The seller, Christina P. Allen, was represented by Lori Joyal of Lila Delman Real Estate International, while buyers Kathryne A. and Jeffrey W. Gardner were represented by Steve McGill of Waterfront Properties.
A large waterfront home in Jamestown, Rhode Island known as Firstlight Cottage was recently sold for $4.5 million. The 6,500 square foot home includes 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, a guest residence, pool, and boat mooring. The property was purchased in 2004 for $1.5 million and the current home was built on the lot in 2013. The buyers were represented by Michelle Aumann of the Newport Beach Club. This sale marks another high-end waterfront property sale in Jamestown.
The 25-room Gilded Age mansion at 459 Bellevue Ave. in Newport, Rhode Island, once owned by late socialite Eileen Slocum, has been listed for sale for $5.9 million - the first time it has been on the market in 124 years. Built in 1880 to plans by Dudley Newton, the 4.85 acre property features a granite exterior and stately classical interiors with marble floors and columns. It includes two libraries, a formal dining room, and was last owned by Slocum, a prominent Republican fundraiser, until her death in 2008.
Tiverton marina on riverside drive sells for $475,000 news - providencejournalLila Delman Real Estate
A 14-slip marina located at 211 Riverside Drive in Tiverton, RI was sold for $475,000. The marina has 1,182 square feet of retail space and 15 parking spaces. It sold for its full asking price to Riverside Marina LLC. The listing agent noted there was high demand for income-producing maritime properties like this marina.
R.i. real estate notes bristol penthouse condo fetches $1.45 million news ...Lila Delman Real Estate
A 2,650 square foot penthouse condominium located at 345 Thames St. in Bristol, Rhode Island sold on March 24th for $1.45 million. The penthouse is part of the Stone Harbour condominium complex overlooking Bristol Harbor. It has two bedrooms, a great room, gourmet kitchen, and private water-view terrace. A boat slip was also included in the sale. The sellers, who had purchased the unit in 2012 for $1.15 million, were represented by Alyce Wright of Lila Delman Real Estate International in the transaction.
R.i. house sales down 7% in feb. as inventory declines news - providencejou...Lila Delman Real Estate
Rhode Island house sales fell by nearly 7 percent in February compared to the previous year, due to a decline in housing inventory. The median house price increased over 6 percent to $231,000 in February, however there were only 554 single-family homes sold, down from 595 in February 2016. Housing inventory was down 20 percent compared to the previous year, and by mid-March there was only a 3.4 month supply of homes on the market, below the healthy balance of 6 months of supply. Similar trends were reported in Massachusetts, where house sales fell 11 percent in February while prices rose nearly 7 percent, and inventory was down nearly 35 percent.
Lila Delman Real Estate International has listed Sunnyside, a Gilded Age mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, for $3.995 million. Sunnyside was originally owned by a founding member of the New York Yacht Club and was designed by renowned architecture firm McKim, Mead, & White. The 1885 mansion features six bedrooms and five and a half baths in the main house along with a separate four-bedroom guest house and pool on the property. Lila Delman president Melanie Delman said the historic estate represents a "rare offering" in the improving luxury real estate market.
Luxury buyers still flocking to rhode island's coastline providence busines...Lila Delman Real Estate
The luxury real estate market in Rhode Island has seen significant growth in recent years. In 2016, 203 homes sold for over $1 million compared to just 85 in 2009 at the height of the recession. The highest sale in 2016 was a $16.1 million home in Newport for the second year in a row. While the luxury market is trending up, high-end buyers still face a lack of inventory and must sometimes look outside their preferred locations and characteristics. Real estate professionals expect the luxury market to continue improving in 2017.
House of the week an open, airy colonial in a secluded setting entertainmen...Lila Delman Real Estate
This custom-built contemporary colonial home is located on over 6 private acres in Richmond, RI. The 3,456 square foot home has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and was designed to be wheelchair accessible. It features an open floor plan ideal for entertaining with a large living and dining room, well-appointed kitchen, and luxurious master suites. The owners are selling to move to a warmer climate and the house is listed at $649,900.
R.i. real estate notes one story where thousands once lived — tiverton's old ...Lila Delman Real Estate
The old Essex Library in Tiverton, Rhode Island has been put up for sale by the town for $395,000 after being made obsolete by a new larger library. The 1938 stone building served the town for over 70 years but was replaced in 2015 by a new 23,886 square foot library. The old library sits on over two acres and includes artwork crafted by local students. Also for sale is the historic 1723 Jacob Hill Inn in Seekonk, Massachusetts listed at $1.775 million. The 12-room luxury bed and breakfast sits on 5.1 acres and includes three buildings with kitchens that have been updated.
House of the week providence condo offers spacious living in historic indust...Lila Delman Real Estate
This document summarizes a real estate listing for a condo located in a historic industrial complex in Providence, Rhode Island that has been converted to residential use. The one-bedroom unit has over 1,200 square feet of open living space with tall windows, exposed brick, and a modern kitchen. The complex was originally a 19th century wool manufacturing facility that has been renovated since the early 2000s into 39 live-work condominiums while preserving the historic aspects of the building. The listed unit is being sold by its current owner and graphic artist for $324,900.
This document provides a summary of recent real estate transactions and business news items in Westerly, Rhode Island from February 19, 2017. It discusses the sale of two beachfront homes in Misquamicut for $1.625 million and $1.2 million. It also mentions that New England Institute of Technology has received approval to offer master's degrees and that Charter Oak Federal Credit Union originated over $149 million in mortgages in eastern Connecticut in 2016. Finally, it provides brief updates on upcoming real estate and business events in the area.
The two iconic downtown Providence properties - the former Providence Journal building and the adjacent former Kresge's department store - have been put back on the market after being purchased in 2016 by developer William Thibeault for $2.3 million total. Thibeault had plans to rehabilitate the buildings but is now selling them without listing a specific asking price. Additionally, several high-end home sales are reported in Providence and Newport, with prices ranging from $1.15 million to $2.75 million.
A waterfront home on Potter's Pond in Narragansett, Rhode Island sold for $1.85 million, representing the highest single-family home sale in the area since 2005. The 3.85 acre property includes a 2,710 square foot home with 5 bedrooms and panoramic ocean views. The sale reflects the strong demand and rising prices for coastal homes in Rhode Island.
A home in Barrington sold for $2.08 million on May 3rd. The sellers were represented by Helen Macdonald and Midge Berkery of Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty, who also facilitated the sale for the buyer, Adams Point LLC. In South Kingstown, a waterfront home on 3.85 acres with a dock and pool sold for $1.85 million. Additionally, a home in Providence's East Side sold for $1.057 million, and a commercial property in Newport sold for $1.9 million, including two retail spaces and five residential units. A mansion in Newport was also listed for sale at $12 million.
A beachfront cottage in Quonochontaug, Rhode Island sold for $2.07 million, making it the highest priced property sold in the area so far in 2017. The 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home located at 101 Surfside Avenue has 1,938 square feet and sits on nearly half an acre with views of Block Island, Fishers Island, and Montauk. The international real estate brokerage Lila Delman represented the sellers in the April 28 sale.
A 12,500 square foot mansion in Newport, Rhode Island called "Ker Arvor" is for sale for $12 million. The mansion was built in the 1930s and has 9 bedrooms and 21 rooms total. It sits on 9.1 acres of land with formal gardens and outdoor amenities. The current owner, Maureen Donnell, is selling because she wants to travel more and downsize to a smaller home in Newport.
This document summarizes the sale of a waterfront estate property located at 89B S. Arnolda Road in Charlestown, Rhode Island. The 5.49-acre property sold for $4,025,000, making it the highest priced single-family home sale in Charlestown since 2008. The 5,424 square foot home, built in 1920 and renovated, includes four bedrooms, six fireplaces, a dock, and boathouse. The sale represents strong ongoing demand for coastal properties in Rhode Island.
A 5.49-acre waterfront estate in Charlestown's Arnolda section sold on Friday for over $4 million, marking the highest sale in Charlestown since 2008. The circa 1920 residence includes 5,424 square feet of living space with four bedrooms, six fireplaces, a dock, and boathouse on the property which borders Ninigret Pond. The seller, Christina P. Allen, was represented by Lori Joyal of Lila Delman Real Estate International, while buyers Kathryne A. and Jeffrey W. Gardner were represented by Steve McGill of Waterfront Properties.
A large waterfront home in Jamestown, Rhode Island known as Firstlight Cottage was recently sold for $4.5 million. The 6,500 square foot home includes 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, a guest residence, pool, and boat mooring. The property was purchased in 2004 for $1.5 million and the current home was built on the lot in 2013. The buyers were represented by Michelle Aumann of the Newport Beach Club. This sale marks another high-end waterfront property sale in Jamestown.
The 25-room Gilded Age mansion at 459 Bellevue Ave. in Newport, Rhode Island, once owned by late socialite Eileen Slocum, has been listed for sale for $5.9 million - the first time it has been on the market in 124 years. Built in 1880 to plans by Dudley Newton, the 4.85 acre property features a granite exterior and stately classical interiors with marble floors and columns. It includes two libraries, a formal dining room, and was last owned by Slocum, a prominent Republican fundraiser, until her death in 2008.
Tiverton marina on riverside drive sells for $475,000 news - providencejournalLila Delman Real Estate
A 14-slip marina located at 211 Riverside Drive in Tiverton, RI was sold for $475,000. The marina has 1,182 square feet of retail space and 15 parking spaces. It sold for its full asking price to Riverside Marina LLC. The listing agent noted there was high demand for income-producing maritime properties like this marina.
R.i. real estate notes bristol penthouse condo fetches $1.45 million news ...Lila Delman Real Estate
A 2,650 square foot penthouse condominium located at 345 Thames St. in Bristol, Rhode Island sold on March 24th for $1.45 million. The penthouse is part of the Stone Harbour condominium complex overlooking Bristol Harbor. It has two bedrooms, a great room, gourmet kitchen, and private water-view terrace. A boat slip was also included in the sale. The sellers, who had purchased the unit in 2012 for $1.15 million, were represented by Alyce Wright of Lila Delman Real Estate International in the transaction.
R.i. house sales down 7% in feb. as inventory declines news - providencejou...Lila Delman Real Estate
Rhode Island house sales fell by nearly 7 percent in February compared to the previous year, due to a decline in housing inventory. The median house price increased over 6 percent to $231,000 in February, however there were only 554 single-family homes sold, down from 595 in February 2016. Housing inventory was down 20 percent compared to the previous year, and by mid-March there was only a 3.4 month supply of homes on the market, below the healthy balance of 6 months of supply. Similar trends were reported in Massachusetts, where house sales fell 11 percent in February while prices rose nearly 7 percent, and inventory was down nearly 35 percent.
Lila Delman Real Estate International has listed Sunnyside, a Gilded Age mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, for $3.995 million. Sunnyside was originally owned by a founding member of the New York Yacht Club and was designed by renowned architecture firm McKim, Mead, & White. The 1885 mansion features six bedrooms and five and a half baths in the main house along with a separate four-bedroom guest house and pool on the property. Lila Delman president Melanie Delman said the historic estate represents a "rare offering" in the improving luxury real estate market.
Luxury buyers still flocking to rhode island's coastline providence busines...Lila Delman Real Estate
The luxury real estate market in Rhode Island has seen significant growth in recent years. In 2016, 203 homes sold for over $1 million compared to just 85 in 2009 at the height of the recession. The highest sale in 2016 was a $16.1 million home in Newport for the second year in a row. While the luxury market is trending up, high-end buyers still face a lack of inventory and must sometimes look outside their preferred locations and characteristics. Real estate professionals expect the luxury market to continue improving in 2017.
House of the week an open, airy colonial in a secluded setting entertainmen...Lila Delman Real Estate
This custom-built contemporary colonial home is located on over 6 private acres in Richmond, RI. The 3,456 square foot home has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and was designed to be wheelchair accessible. It features an open floor plan ideal for entertaining with a large living and dining room, well-appointed kitchen, and luxurious master suites. The owners are selling to move to a warmer climate and the house is listed at $649,900.
R.i. real estate notes one story where thousands once lived — tiverton's old ...Lila Delman Real Estate
The old Essex Library in Tiverton, Rhode Island has been put up for sale by the town for $395,000 after being made obsolete by a new larger library. The 1938 stone building served the town for over 70 years but was replaced in 2015 by a new 23,886 square foot library. The old library sits on over two acres and includes artwork crafted by local students. Also for sale is the historic 1723 Jacob Hill Inn in Seekonk, Massachusetts listed at $1.775 million. The 12-room luxury bed and breakfast sits on 5.1 acres and includes three buildings with kitchens that have been updated.
House of the week providence condo offers spacious living in historic indust...Lila Delman Real Estate
This document summarizes a real estate listing for a condo located in a historic industrial complex in Providence, Rhode Island that has been converted to residential use. The one-bedroom unit has over 1,200 square feet of open living space with tall windows, exposed brick, and a modern kitchen. The complex was originally a 19th century wool manufacturing facility that has been renovated since the early 2000s into 39 live-work condominiums while preserving the historic aspects of the building. The listed unit is being sold by its current owner and graphic artist for $324,900.
This document provides a summary of recent real estate transactions and business news items in Westerly, Rhode Island from February 19, 2017. It discusses the sale of two beachfront homes in Misquamicut for $1.625 million and $1.2 million. It also mentions that New England Institute of Technology has received approval to offer master's degrees and that Charter Oak Federal Credit Union originated over $149 million in mortgages in eastern Connecticut in 2016. Finally, it provides brief updates on upcoming real estate and business events in the area.