Jacqueline Russo, Realtor

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Jacqueline Russo, Realtor

Westchester County, NY
Howard Hanna | Rand Realty

Helping clients navigate one of life’s biggest moves with clarity, organization, and thoughtful guidance.

09/22/2026

Apple picking season is officially here! 🍎🍂

One of the best parts of fall in Westchester? A crisp afternoon, a local orchard, and coming home with way more apples than you planned 😂

I rounded up a few local favorites for apple picking this season. Swipe through to save the list! And because you’ll need something to do with all those apples, I’m sharing an Apple Cinnamon Pancake recipe too 🥞🍎

Save this post for your next fall weekend adventure, and let me know what your favorite local orchard is🍁

09/18/2026

OPEN HOUSE 🏡 | Saturday, September 19 | 1:30–3:30 PM

Come visit 9 Stonegate Road in Valhalla this Saturday!

This beautifully renovated home offers approximately 2,500 sq. ft. of living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and nearly an acre of beautifully landscaped property.

Inside, you’ll find a renovated kitchen with Bosch appliances, marble and quartz finishes, hardwood floors, and flexible additional spaces for a home office, guests, hobbies and more.

And the outdoor space is just as good - a custom TimberTech deck leads to an expansive patio and large backyard, perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the privacy of this quiet setting. 🌿

📍 9 Stonegate Road, Valhalla
📅 Saturday, September 19
⏰ 1:30–3:30 PM

If you or anyone you know have been wanting to make a move to the Town of Mt. Pleasant, please stop by and visit this beautiful property!

Listing courtesy of Ryan Monk

09/15/2026

Mt. Pleasant Day is almost here! 🎉🏡

One of my favorite things about living and working in this community is getting to enjoy events like this! Bringing together local businesses, neighbors, families and friends for a fun afternoon right here in Mt. Pleasant!

📅 Sunday, September 27th
⏰ 1:00–5:00 PM
📍 Elwood Avenue, Hawthorne

There’ll be local food & businesses, live music, rides, mini golf, face painting and plenty of fun for the whole family.

And be sure to stop by the Howard Hanna | Rand Realty booth and say hi! 👋💚💛 I’ll be there and would love to see some familiar faces — and meet some new ones too!

See you at Mt. Pleasant Day! 🎈

09/10/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | PLEASANTVILLE

I’m excited to be hosting an Open House this Sunday at this truly special home!

If you know Pleasantville, you know there’s something quintessentially “Pleasantville” about a beautiful front porch—and 35 Grandview Avenue certainly delivers. 🤍

This captivating Craftsman is filled with warmth and character, with hardwood floors, beautiful natural light, an oversized front porch that feels like an extension of the home, and even additional potential in the attic.

Its charm hasn’t gone unnoticed - the home has been featured on local Pleasantville home tours!

And the location is just as appealing—near the heart of downtown, just a short stroll from the shops, restaurants, Jacob Burns Film Center, Pleasantville Farmers Market and Metro-North.

📍 35 Grandview Avenue, Pleasantville
🗓 Sunday, September 13 | 12–2 PM
🏡 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1,745 Sq Ft
💰 Offered at $1,200,000

If you - or someone you know - has been wanting to make a move to Pleasantville, please stop by. I’d love to give you a tour of this truly special home! 🏡✨

08/27/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | THORNWOOD

Stop by this Sunday! I’ll be co-hosting with Rita Longo at 24 Westerly Lane in Thornwood from 12–2 PM.

This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers so much flexibility, with a bright, open layout, multiple living spaces, dedicated home office, and separate guest quarters with a private entrance.

And just in time to enjoy the last days of summer ☀️! Step outside to an expansive backyard with an in-ground pool and cabana, perfect for entertaining or relaxing at home.

📍 24 Westerly Lane, Thornwood
🗓 Sunday, August 30 | 12–2 PM
🏡 Offered at $1,295,000

Come by, take a tour, and see everything this unique home has to offer. I’d love to see you there!

Listing courtesy of Rita Longo
Howard Hanna | Rand Realty

08/19/2026

As we head toward fall and the start of the fall real estate market, now is a great time to start thinking about what it would take to get your home market-ready. 🍂🏡

The work you do before your home hits the market can make all the difference. From decluttering and small updates to thoughtful styling and creating a plan for launch, a little preparation can help your home photograph better, show beautifully, and make a stronger first impression on buyers.

And preparing your home for sale doesn’t necessarily mean taking on costly renovations. Recent real estate advice continues to point sellers toward the basics first: address needed repairs and maintenance, declutter, clean, and focus on thoughtful, strategic updates. Often, presenting a home that feels well cared for, clean and inviting can be a smarter investment than renovating simply for the sake of selling.

That’s where I can help. As both a Realtor® and professional home organizer & stager, I can help you look at your home through a buyer’s eyes, determine what’s worth doing - and what isn’t - and create a manageable plan to get it market-ready.

Thinking about making a move this Fall or next Spring? Let’s start preparing now so you’re ready when the time is right!

07/16/2026

🔑 POTENTIAL UNLOCKED

This edition features 24 Virginia Lane in Thornwood, a classic ranch in one of Mt. Pleasant’s most desirable neighborhoods. From the sun-filled living spaces and welcoming fireplace to the spacious lot with room to grow, this home is full of the kind of features that inspire imagination.

One of my favorite things about older homes is imagining what they could become. When I walk through a house, I’m often looking past paint colors, flooring, and finishes. Instead, I’m noticing the natural light, the layout, the craftsmanship, and the little details that give a home its character.

This home already offers so many of the things buyers can’t create after they purchase:

☀️ Abundant natural light
🏡 A functional layout
🌳 A beautiful neighborhood
✨ Great architectural features

The virtual design concepts in this post were designed to show how a few thoughtful updates can completely change the feel of a home while working with the layout that’s already there.

For many buyers in today’s Westchester market, homes like this represent an opportunity to create value over time while putting down roots in a wonderful community.

My goal with this series is simple: to help buyers see the possibilities that might otherwise be overlooked.

Listing courtesy of Rita Longo of Howard Hanna | Rand Realty. If you are interested in seeing this property, feel free to reach out to me!

👇 Can you picture yourself here? Tell me what you think in the comments!

07/10/2026

🔑 INTRODUCING: POTENTIAL UNLOCKED

A new series where I spotlight local homes with incredible potential and share visual concepts to help buyers imagine what’s possible.

This edition features 16 Grove Road, White Plains, NY - a unique home nestled in the historic hills of North White Plains, located within the highly sought-after Valhalla School District.

Not every great home is move-in ready.

Some are waiting for the right person to recognize what makes them special 🏡

This home immediately caught my attention because of its timeless architecture, original hardwood floors, charming French doors, and overall character that’s becoming harder to find.

Whether you’re looking to build “sweat equity” 💪, dreaming of restoring an older home, or you’re an investor with vision, this property offers the opportunity to create something truly special!

✨ The images in this post include virtual design concepts I created to help illustrate the home’s potential. They aren’t meant to depict a finished renovation - just to inspire what’s possible while preserving the home’s original character.

🏡 OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, July 11
12:00–2:00 PM

If you or someone you know are looking for an opportunity to update or an investment property in a wonderful neighborhood, I’d appreciate you sharing this post!

✨ Would you restore it or renovate it?
Tell me what you’d do first in the comments!

Listing courtesy of Robert M. Weiss of Howard Hanna | Rand Realty, Thornwood.

06/28/2026

Looking for a home you can truly make your own? 🏡

Join me today from 12–2 PM at this inviting ranch in Thornwood’s sought-after Rolling Hills neighborhood.

From the spacious living room with a cozy wood-burning stove to the private backyard and versatile finished lower level, this home offers endless possibilities for today’s lifestyle.

✨ 2 Bedrooms
🛁 1 Full Bath
🏡 Home Office/Den
🔥 Wood-Burning Stove
🚗 2-Car Garage
🌳 Beautiful Level Yard
📍15 Grandview Lane, Thornwood

💲850,000

The finished walk-out lower level offers flexible space for a family room, home gym, guest suite, or whatever fits your lifestyle.

Come take a look - I’d love to welcome you!
Listing courtesy of Rita Longo

06/25/2026

🏡 This or That Thursday!

Let’s settle a little real estate debate…

🏊 Pool
🔥 Fire Pit

If you could only choose ONE for your next home, which would it be?

Drop your answer in the comments—and tell me why! 👇

(I’m always curious to see what today’s buyers and homeowners are looking for.)

Address

600 Columbus Avenue
Thornwood, NY
10594

Website

http://jacquelinerusso.randrealty.com/

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