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Home Sales Slip, but Remain Strong

Average Price Sets Record for 16th Consecutive Month

October home sales remain strong, but couldn’t reach last year’s levels, down – 6.73 % compared to October a year ago.  Home sales this month were 2,052 compared to 2,200 in October 2016.  “The average price of homes set another new record for the month of October, extending our consecutive record months to sixteen,” said David Welch, President of the Cincinnati Area Board of REALTORS®. “Home sales remain strong and, from all indications, should remain strong through the end of this year,” said Welch.

The average home price climbed to $199,616 compared to $194,086 a year earlier, a + 2.85 % increase.
At the same time, the inventory of homes for sale, as of October 31, continued its year-over-year declining
trend to 5,491 from 6,244 a year ago, down – 12.06 %.

“Inventory is low; interest rates remain low; the average price of property, in general, continues to rise and the economy appears to be strong.  We are in “the perfect storm.” Property that is in “move-in” ready condition in a desired location is selling quickly, sometimes with multiple offers. We have buyers that are ready to purchase the home of their dreams. If you are thinking about selling your home, list it with a Realtor today,” said Welch.

Local home mortgage rates in October averaged 3.94% for a 30-year fixed rate loan. The rates were up
compared to 3.51% a year ago. At these fixed rates, the monthly principal and interest payment on a $100,000
home loan with no money down would be approximately $474.

 

“Consumers need to contact a REALTOR to help guide them through all the important details involved in buying and selling a home.  A REALTOR will assist them through the entire process and is your absolute best source for professional and accurate information,” said Welch.

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Nationwide, October home sales were up + 2.0 % from September on a seasonally adjusted basis, but  were down – 0.9 % from October 2016.

April Home Sales Strong, but takes a Break

April Home Sales Strong, but takes a Break
Average Price for April sets another record

April home sales were strong, but could not maintain a record setting pace, down – 10.29 % compared to April a year ago. Home sales this month were 2,119 compared to 2,362 in April 2016.

“Even though inventory remains low, 2017 home sales remain strong,” said David Welch, President of the Cincinnati Area Board of REALTORS®. “The real estate market is not showing any signs of slowing down and will probably continue at this pace for some time,” said Welch.

The average home price climbed to $204,254 compared to $186,436 a year earlier, a + 9.56 % increase. At the same time, the inventory of homes for sale, as of April 30, continued its year-over-year declining trend to 4,885 from 6,436 a year ago, down – 24.10 %.

“The average price of homes set a new record for the month of April, extending our consecutive record months of average home sale prices to eleven. Even though interest rates are climbing ever slightly, low inventory along with consumers ready to purchase is the perfect combination for driving prices higher. Homes that are priced right and that are in move-in ready condition are the properties that are selling quickly,” said Welch.

Local home mortgage rates in April averaged 4.19% for a 30-year fixed rate loan. The rates were up compared to 3.60% a year ago. At these fixed rates, the monthly principal and interest payment on a $100,000 home loan with no money down would be approximately $488.

“Consumers need to contact a REALTOR to help guide them through all the important details involved in buying and selling a home. A REALTOR will assist them through the entire process, and is your absolute best source for professional and accurate information,” said Welch.

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Nationwide, April home sales were down – 2.3 % from March on a seasonally adjusted basis and were up + 1.6 % from April 2016.

Home Sales Average Price Sets Record

Strong sales fall short of a year ago.

February home sales were strong, but came up short, down – 3.76 % compared to February a year ago.  Feb. 2016 had 29 days of recorded sales vs 28 days in Feb. 2017. Home sales this month were 1,407 compared to 1,462 in February 2016.

“2017 home sales continue to be strong.  One day of recorded sales can make a big difference in the numbers we report,” said David Welch, President of the Cincinnati Area Board of REALTORS®.  “February 2017 home sales were strong and the real estate market is not showing any signs of slowing down,” said Welch.

The average home price climbed to $180,372 compared to $160,839 a year earlier, a +12.14 % increase.  At the same time, the inventory of homes for sale, as of February 28, continued its year-over-year declining trend to 4,815 from 6,520 a year ago, down – 26.15 %.

“The average price of homes set another record this month, extending our consecutive record months of average home sale prices to nine.  Even though interest rates are climbing ever slightly, low inventory along with consumers ready to purchase is the perfect combination for driving prices higher. Homes that are priced right and that are in move-in ready condition are the properties that are selling quickly,” said Welch.

Local home mortgage rates in February averaged 3.99% for a 30-year fixed rate loan.  The rates were up slightly compared to 3.82% a year ago.  At these fixed rates, the monthly principal and interest payment on a $100,000 home loan with no money down would be approximately $477.

“Consumers need to contact a REALTOR to help guide them through all the important details involved in buying and selling a home. A REALTOR will assist them through the entire process, and is your absolute best source for professional and accurate information,” said Welch.

Call a real estate professional !!  Call a REALTOR today!

Nationwide, February home sales were down – 3.7 % from January on a seasonally adjusted basis, but were up + 5.4 % from February 2016.

30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage (local)

Feb 2017   (average)         3.99%

Feb 2016   (average)         3.82%

Most recent (Mar. 22,  2017)    4.12%

A year ago  (Mar.22, 2016)         3.83%

 

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