Ellen Calman's Q&A

You need to ask Maureen to put it on Zillow.

It's really quite easy but not intuitive.  First, you "claim ownership" of your house.  After doing that, you'll have the ability to update photos.  Click on that which actually gives you other options as well.  When this is all done, you can create your own estimate which gives you the ability to add the square footage.  In West Windsor, the tax assessor doesn't report the square footage to Zillow.  I hope this helps!

It's really very easy, just go to the home page and put in your property address and certain information will come up, including Zillow's estimate of your property value.Keep in mind however, that it's a computer generated number that uses homes sold within a geographic radius of yours.  If you're in Canal Pointe or Windsor Ponds, it could include single family homes and or condos which should not be included.  I find the number to be a good guide, but by no means accurate.  For instance it doesn't take into account your upgrades, location with the community, etc.  For a more accurate picture, please feel free to contact me via e-mail or my web site, EllenCalmanHomes.com

1. It's a great community and most people seem to very much enjoy living there.  It's centrally located, well maintained and highly desirable.2. You've hit the nail on the head.  Two bedroom townhomes are less desirable.  The three bedroom homes are selling very well.  I think people just outgrow the two bedroom homes and if you can stretch to a three bedroom, you'll be happier with your decision.3.  There are some "affordable" units in the community although I don't think any are for sale right now.  You can check with the township at 609-799-24004.  West Windsor has experienced much less price deflation than the surrounding communities but there is no guarantee about prices.  All we know is that interest rates are low, homes are selling well and we have reached affordability.  All signs point to a bottom in the not too distant future.5. Windsor Ponds is not in walking distance to the train like Windsor Haven, but the homes are younger and the floorplans more desirable.  Princeton Walk has much higher fees and lacks the stability of West Windsor and Montgomery is beautiful but again, not West Windsor.  The inventory level is lower in Montgomery which does bode well for price stability however.Take a deep breath, buy well and enjoy!

Yes it does.