Claudia O'Connell

—WORK—
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. My clients have complete access to me, so there's never a moment when they feel alone with an unanswered question. 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. My clients know that I will go to the ends of the Earth for them. Trust me to do what I love and you will have a great experience!

What's my standout skill when it comes to real estate? My negotiation skills have been put to work for my clients, again and again, with great $$$ results in their favor.

—PLAY—
I enjoy spending time with my husband and my 3 children, all in their twenties! I also love travel, music, theater, comedy, New Haven pizza (pizza in general), decorating, 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 reseller in the eBay community!

Best personal skills - reading people and communicating with clarity and kindness.

—HOME—
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. I always want to be your local expert!

—GIVE—
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. Currently, I serve on two commissions in my town, the Durham Historic Commission, and Complete Streets.

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.