Author Archives: Celeste Baker

About Celeste Baker

Celeste graduated from the University of Virginia in 2011 with a bachelors degree in Sociology before starting her career in Real Estate Administration. Celeste assists the team of agents with transaction processing and marketing. Celeste Baker is a native of Woodbridge, VA. She moved to Harrisonburg in 2020 with her husband, Calvin, and their two children, after Calvin accepted a job with JMU. Go Dukes! Outside of the office, Celeste enjoys traveling with her family. She is a lover of books, as well as an amateur chef and gardener.

Step into The Coffee Room!

Cozy up at The Coffee Room! This new locally and family owned gem offers a variety of delicious drinks, breakfast sandwiches, tasty treats, and a warm atmosphere. From the minute you walk in, this coffee shop is a place you just want to be! Check it out here, along with our Q&A with Julie and Andrey Kulikovskiy, the dynamic duo behind The Coffee Room. Come on and step into The Coffee Room with us! >>>

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Harrisonburg Real Estate Market Report: October 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Looking back at October's data, the real estate market shows continued growth and resilience! New property listings have risen by 7% over the past year and a remarkable 30% compared to last October, signaling a fresh wave of activity in our area. Pending sales have jumped 20% from last year, and while the number of homes closing within 30 days of listing is down 9% from 2023, it's up 17% from last month—a possible sign of quicker transactions on the horizon. With positive changes for both buyers and sellers, it's a great time to be in or on the market! Ready for the full breakdown? Explore the complete report here! >>>

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Delight in Every Bite: Explore Sweet & Tasty European Delicacies

There's a new Ukrainian bakery and cafe in town! Specializing in European delicacies, Sweet & Tasty, has recently opened on E. Market Street, downtown. Stop in to try their delicious assortment of authentic European pastries and cakes, along with other savory menu items and a variety of drinks—including coffee, tea, specialty drinks and milkshakes. Trust us, you're in for a treat!

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Harrisonburg Real Estate Market Report: September 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

As autumn settles in, the real estate market continues to evolve! New property listings have increased by 7% from last September, showing steady growth in our area. Pending sales are up 14% from last year. Homes closing within 30 days of list date is down 26% from 2023. Year-to-date total sales have risen by 8%, but show no change from last September's data. And the median home price now stands at $340,000—that's $5,000 less than the August median. Curious about the full market details? Check out the complete report here! >>>

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Harrisonburg Real Estate Market Report: August 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

The crisp air of fall has arrived and so have the latest real estate trends in our area! New listings hitting the market are up by 4% over the past 12 months. Buyer urgency, with homes closing in less than 30 days, is down 4% from 2023—but up a whopping 8% from July! Home sales have increased by 9% from last month as well. And the median sales price has climbed to $339,000, marking a 6% rise from last year. Want to learn more? Check out the full market report here! >>>

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Posh Fairy Floss: City Lights, Spun Delights

Posh Fairy Floss is a gourmet cotton candy company dreamed up, owned and operated by Monica Heffner. You may already know Posh Fairy Floss for their crowd pleasing treats at festivals and markets throughout the Valley, but now you can get your cotton candy fix anytime with the opening of their first storefront location, downtown!

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