Solid and Balances Market Continues
The good news is that the Phoenix Metro real estate market will surpass the last two years in many important categories including the number of sales, average and median sales prices, numbers of homes under contract and the time it takes to sell a home. The only bad news is that the good news is good news for sellers, not for buyers who find themselves still on the sideline.
Compared to 2013 and 2014, this year is doing well. Balanced is the term we’ve used consistently this past year which benefits both buyers and sellers. Some Examples:
| 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | |
| Active Listings | 19,601 | 23,579 | 22,043 |
| Listings Under Contract | 7,951 | 6,203 | 5,519 |
| Sold Listings | 75,574 | 66,448 | 64,855 |
| Median Sales Price | $212,900 | $200,000 | $190,000 |
| Average Sales Price | $268,791 | $259,604 | $252,052 |
| Days on Market (Sales) | 70 | 80 | 62 |
| Month’s Supply Inventory | 4.4 | 4.9 | 5.0 |
How Much Can You Buy?
Buyers Take Note!
The Phoenix Metro communities remain some of the most affordable in the nation. A recent article by mortgage firm HSH.com indicated Phoenix home buyers who make $43,836 can afford to buy the median priced home here, currently at $213,000. The mortgage payment on that priced home, per the article is $1023 per month.
When one considers the average cost to rent which is $1200 – $1377 per month, home
ownership begins to look pretty good.
Remember, the first place to start home shopping is through an excellent and reputable lender. Buyers will need a PQF (Pre-Qual Form) for us to give to the listing agent as part of the offer. Give us a call and we’ll be happy to recommend one of these professionals.
