Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for May 2013
Commentary:
The Martin County Florida Condo Market for May 2013 was strong, though it retreated considerably from the excellent April numbers. 85 condos sold in May (compared to 128 in April). Better numbers, year to year, but not excellent. The inventory of available condos dropped again (fifth month in a row) to only 544 condos. This low number is beginning to effect prices and at long last it appears that condo prices are starting to rise. The median sales price was down compared to April, but this is a reflection of the larger number of lower priced condos that sold this month, rather than decreasing value. Summer is upon us and typically the condo market slows down during the summer months.
The one month absorption rate increased to 6.4 months from last months 4.46 months, while the three-month average is now at 5.71 months. Basically a balanced market for the time being. Generally an absorption rate of 6 or 7 months is considered a balanced market.
The low inventory rates and rising interest rates are troubling and could possibly have a negative effect on the condo market recovery.
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The Definition of Absorption Rate:
Number of months it takes to sell the current inventory at the present rate of sales. Knowing your area’s Absorption Rate, helps to track trends. Understanding the market and where it is headed is part of our job as real estate professionals. Absorption rate is NOT an exact science. Figuring it is based on the premise that one will be looking for a TREND. It is advised to consistently do the numbers each month, to be able to track a trend.
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Data compiled from the Realtor Association of Martin County
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