About Claudia O'Connell

Experience

I?m an award-winning Realtor and Connecticut native with more than 15 years of sales and marketing expertise, serving all of CT but focused on Middlesex, New Haven, and Hartford counties. I have an English degree from Providence College, but always knew I?d end up selling real estate. Whether buying or selling (or both!), my clients value my professionalism, and the guidance and education I provide throughout the transaction. I value clear and timely communication and keep my clients informed throughout the sales cycle. I have a keen understanding of the local market and a home's true value and know how to market with honesty and integrity. I am a thoughtful, ethical, and intelligent professional who treats others with kindness and respect to makes deals happen. Working together will give you access to my valuable network (clients, agents, lenders, inspectors, contractors, appraisers, and attorneys) for a seamless home buying or selling experience. Trust me to do what I love and you will have a great experience!

Sales and Marketing

Expert Negotiation: Sales Price and Inspection Concessions

Staging & Downsizing Consultations

Connecticut Local Expert

Virtual and Video Tour Expertise

Relocation and Sight Unseen Buyer Representation

Investments and Short-Term Rental Consultations and Guidance

Achievements

Joined the Top Producing Team, Middletown Office 2011 to 2022

Top Listing Team, Middletown Office

Five Star Realtor 2017-2022, Connecticut Magazine

America's Best Real Estate Agents by Real Trends. Ranked #21 in CT.

America's Best #1 Small Team by Transactions at William Raveis

#1 Small team in Middlesex County YTD, per MLS

America's Best #4 Small Team by Transactions in the State of Connecticut

#1 Small Team in CT in Closed Units

#1 Small Team - Company-wide in Closed Units

Community Involvement

I've found volunteering to be the best way to connect and contribute to community. After all, I live in Durham -- home to the Durham Fair. I have logged countless hours volunteering at the Fair since I moved to Durham in 2002, and over the years, I have found endless ways to make an impact in the community. Within the school district, I have spent my time in the classroom, library, on field trips, and in staff search committees. I'm also committed to environmental responsibility and sustainability and have been a member of both the Middlefield Energy Task Force and Coginchaug Area Transition. Currently serving on two town committees including Durham's Historic District and Complete Streets.

Member, Complete Streets Committee, Durham, CT

Volunteer, Hill-Stead Museum, Farmington, CT

Former Volunteer, Paperhouse Productions Theater Company

Former Secretary, Parents of Performers (POPs)

Former Volunteer, Project Graduation

Former Executive Board Member & Volunteer, Barn Sale, Charity Consignment Shop, Hamden, CT

Former Board Member, Durham Middlefield Youth & Family Services

Professional Specialty

Residential real estate

First Time Homebuyers

Investments and vacation homes

Downsizing

Personal

I enjoy my family and love having 3 twenty-something children! I also love travel, music, theater, comedy, New Haven pizza (pizza in general), home renovation projects, tennis, hiking (especially with my dog), reading and writing, volunteering, and managing my short-term rental. I also enjoy the hunt for antiques and collectibles, and since 1999, I've been an avid eBay reseller! Best skills - reading people and communicating with clarity and kindness. I love Connecticut! I appreciate our AMAZING location nestled midway between two important metro areas - Boston and NYC. The shoreline is what keeps me here. I've lived in Rhode Island, the Sugarbush Valley in Vermont, and Chicago, Illinois, so I appreciate the diverse reasons people use when deciding where to settle down.

Durham resident and Connecticut native

Married with three children (two daughters and a son)

Passionate advocate of the environment, recycling, and sustainability

Animal lover, especially dogs and horses

Niche Marketing

Antique Homes

Equestrian Properties

New Construction

Education

Providence College, BA, English

North Haven High School, CT

Areas Covered

Durham/Middlefield

Middlesex County

New Haven County

Hartford County

Connecticut central shoreline

Professional Association

National Association of Realtors

Greater Hartford Association of Realtors

CT Multiple Listing Service