2021 • Deelyn's Ford's Colony Homes

Signing off on 2021

Ford’s Colony neighbors, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your faith and support during 2021, another challenging year for us all. We closed 43 listings together in Ford’s Colony this year — or 21 percent of all closings in Ford’s Colony! Your confidence is sincerely appreciated.

As you probably know, the local real estate market mirrored the national one in 2021, in that inventory across the board sat at record low levels. Ford’s Colony was no exception. The community remains in peak demand with all closings sales averaging 99 percent of original list price.

I look forward to the 2022 real estate market! I expect inventory levels to gradually improve as, hopefully, more of a sense of normalcy returns to our everyday lives. Mortgage interest rates are expected to increase; however, they should remain at historically low levels, further continuing the “right time to buy” mentality of most consumers. Home values should level with an increase in inventory. Please contact me if you are considering buying or selling a home next year!

I will go into greater detail during my upcoming annual seminar on the state of the Ford’s Colony market. Please circle it on your calendar and plan to attend — Thursday, Feb. 17 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ford’s Colony Country Club. Please RSVP to Deelyn@LizMoore.com or Christie@LizMoore.com by Monday, Feb. 14.

Thank you again! I wish you a HAPPY 2022!

Reserve your Garden Club poinsettia

Please support the Ford’s Colony’s Garden Club, which has launched its annual poinsettia sale to benefit an array of philanthropic initiatives.

Over the last decade, the sale has raised more than $60,000 for scholarships and grants to Nature Camp and to support other projects. The red or white poinsettias, wrapped in green foil pots, will be ready for pick-up at the Swim & Tennis Club on Dec. 7 from 1-3 p.m.

The deadline to order your poinsettias is Nov. 19. Please use this order form, and thank you for supporting the Garden Club’s good work.

Ford’s Colony offers flu shots

For the convenience of Ford’s Colony residents, flu shots will be available on Monday, Nov. 15 at the Swim and Tennis Club from 1-4 p.m.

A pharmacist will administer shots in the Magnolia Room of the club. Those interested in receiving a shot are asked to RSVP before Nov. 12 to communityservices@fchoa.net or Jenny Holland at jholland@fchoa.net . Please note whether you are over age 65 so the correct supply of shots will be on hand.

Also, please fill out this form and bring it with you to your appointment.

Ford’s Colony market remains hot

Market statistics through the first three quarters of 2021 show peak demand for homes in Ford’s Colony continues, at a benefit to home sellers.

Of the year’s 162 closed sales so far (through Sept. 30), the average time on the market was just 24.8 days, with an eventual sold-to-original list price at 99.5 percent.

Other numbers of note:

Average sold price through Sept. 30: $631,615

Average price per square foot: $173

Average month’s supply of inventory: 1.1

By contrast, Governor’s Land saw 51 closed sales through September, at an average price of $837,335. Colonial Heritage had 57 closed sales, averaging $447,672 per transaction.

Please contact me if you are considering a move in this unique marketplace.

Enjoy amazing water views throughout 128 Oak Hollow

128 Oak Hollow

3 Bedroom | 2.2 Bath | 6,391 square feet

Offered at $873,000

Click here to take the Matterport tour.

This distinctive Ford’s Colony home features serene and welcoming water views throughout its gorgeous living spaces.

Elegance is on display here, from the spacious kitchen, family room, formal dining room, first-floor primary bedroom, screened porch and beyond.

Additional attractive features include a three-car garage, abundant walk-in storage, a lower-level workshop/hobby room, plus a second craft room or studio, two cedar closets and a well.

Click here for more information and photos of this amazing Ford’s Colony home.

First half numbers show strong sold-to-list results

Through the first half of 2021, all closed home sales in Ford’s Colony averaged just shy of 100 percent across the board.

Statistics show 105 closed sales in Ford’s Colony through June — with an average sold price of 99.2 percent of original list price.

Here are the numbers from the first half of the year:

Closed Sales – 105

Active Listings as of June 30 – 21

Average Month’s Supply of Inventory – 1.3

Average Sold Price – $629,892

Average Sold to OLP –99.2%

Average Price per square ft – $170

Average Days on Market for Sold Homes – 29

Welcome to Williamsburg!

Please help me congratulate Robin and Bill Richardson on the purchase of their new Ford’s Colony home.🏡 It was an absolute pleasure working with you both, and I wish you much happiness in Ford’s Colony. A special thank you to McKim Beale of Towne Bank Mortgage for helping get this transaction to the closing table!

Please contact me if you are thinking of selling or buying a home in Ford’s Colony or elsewhere in the Williamsburg area. 757-503-1999 or deelyn@lizmoore.com.

First-Q numbers for a busy market

First-quarter sales statistics for Ford’s Colony show that 30 homes closed in the community from January through March — at an average sold price of $619,417.

The latter number represents an average of 98.3 percent sold-to-original list price.

Average days on the market was 29, and the average price per square foot was $166.

Inventory remains low at 1.6 months supply — and demand is still very hot.

Clearly, it is a great time to sell. And remember, June and July are historically strong as relocating families gear up for the new school year.

If you are considering a move, there’s no time like NOW to declutter and attend to deferred maintenance. Please call or text if I can help; I’m always honored to assist a Ford’s Colony neighbor through the process.

Have a great summer!

Ford’s Colony helps House of Mercy

Ford’s Colony will hold its spring food and diaper drive — to benefit Williamsburg House of Mercy — Saturday, May 1 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Ford’s Colony swim and tennis club.

Critically needed food items and infant/toddler diapers can be dropped off in the contact-free, drive-through lanes that will be set up in the club’s parking lot. Place the items in the rear of your vehicle and masked and gloved volunteers will remove them.

The WilliamsburgHouseofMercy.org website has a list of the most-needed food supplies such as peanut butter, canned meats, fish and fruit, and fruit juice. Cash donations may also be made on the website, and checks payable to the Williamsburg House of Mercy (note: food pantry) may be mailed to the charity’s headquarters at 10 Harrison Ave., Williamsburg, 23185.

NEW price for gorgeous, golf-front views

117 Concord

3 Bed | 3.1 Bath | 4,801 Sq. Ft. | Now priced at $775,000

Take the Matterport 3D tour!

Enjoy gorgeous golf views of the No. 7 green of the Blue Heron course right from your breakfast table!

This carefully designed home with a unique floor plan is highlighted by spacious rooms, quality finishes and beautiful views. It boasts a fabulous kitchen updated with newer appliances, granite and a large pantry — and includes a sunroom/ keeping room that offers tons of natural light, built-ins and more great views.

The first-floor primary bedroom features a recently renovated en suite bath. Upstairs are two large guest bedrooms plus and an office/exercise room that share a full hall bath.

Great additional features include rare antique heart pine and chestnut floors.

Call or text Deelyn at 757-503-1999 – or email to deelyn@lizmoore.com — to arrange your tour of this beautiful Ford’s Colony home.

Join my ZOOM market update!

Please register for my annual Market Watch update on the Ford’s Colony real estate scene — this year via ZOOM meeting — on Feb. 18 from 2-4 p.m.

Text me at 757-503-1999 or email at Deelyn@lizmoore.com to sign up and to get the details on how to join the online session. Please register by Mon., Feb. 15.

We’ll candidly discuss supply and demand in the market and analyze how the pandemic has affected FC home sales and values. So come with your questions.

Hope you can join us!

Downsize in affordable luxury at Eaglescliffe condos

If you no longer require a large family home, are weary of house maintenance, or if you simply want to lock up and go when travel restrictions lift, downsizing to an Eaglescliffe condominium at Ford’s Colony is the perfect choice for your next chapter.

Condo living means freedom. Less time and money on home chores and more on favorite hobbies. Few worries, much fun – plus lower utility bills than with single-family home ownership and steadily increasing property values.

The condos at 1104 and 2301 Eaglescliffe offer attractive downsizing options that each include approximately 2,000 square feet, two or three bedrooms and at least two full baths. They feature full-time gated security, dedicated parking and storage space and an easily walkable location to Ford’s Colony Country Club’s three 18-hole golf courses, golf academy and practice ranges.

1104 Eaglescliffe great room

Click here for information on 1104 Eaglescliffe and here to take a Matterport 3D tour of this beautifully maintained, two-bedroom, two-bath, first-floor condo with 1,862 square feet of luxury living space.

2301 Eaglescliffe is a top-floor unit with TWO covered porches, an extra half-bath uncommon to most Eaglescliffe condos, plus a gorgeous gourmet kitchen. Take the Matterport tour of 2301 Eaglescliffe here.

One of two covered porches at 2301 Eaglescliffe

Please contact Deelyn at 757.503.1999 for more information or to arrange a personal tour of either of these beautiful Eaglescliffe condominiums.

Happy New Year to my FC neighbors

Happy 2021! I have so much hope for a fresh, healthy start from the most complicated and intense – and yes, scary — times most of us will ever know. I wish you all warmth and peace.

On to news highlights from the first Talk of the Colony (the Ford’s Colony HOA magazine) of the new year:

The HOA plans to spend roughly $2 million this year on a project to repair old pipes throughout Ford’s Colony.
A right turn lane onto Ford’s Colony Drive off of Longhill Rd. will be constructed.
Four of the seven seats on the HOA board of directors will be filled durig the election period that runs Jan. 4 through Feb. 5. Online ballots – one per household or lot owner – should arrive via email by Jan. 5. (Contact communityservices@fchoa.net if you don’t get one.) Voting instructions were mailed with the January assessment billing. Only electronic ballots will be used.
An impressive roster of candidates, with deep and diverse backgrounds, is running for the open slots – Ray Van Cott, Roy Madsen, Rick Beers, Daphne Kinkel and Robert J. Boggio. Their bios and introductory videos can be found on the “Election” page on the HOA website. Additionally, look for a virtual “Meet the Candidates” webcast to be recorded and posted at fchoa.org soon.
Entry gate arms continue to receive damage by motorists unaware of how to enter Ford’s Colony, including non-pass holders who try to gun their way through to beat the gate cycle. Don’t try it, advises security chief Crystal Bowers. It won’t work, and you’ll have to pay for the gate damage.

As always, remember that I post links to a year’s worth of Talk of the Colony editions here on their own page.

Best wishes!

Deelyn