Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for April 2012

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida residential market report for April 2012 showed another healthy month. The sales volume of 166 homes was 5 homes more than last year with about 300 less homes in inventory. The one month absorption rate was down to 7.5 months while the three month moving average is now at 8.16 months.  This is up slightly from March.  The one month absorption rate is now indicating close to a balanced market.  There are still a significant amount of pending short sales that seem to be taking forever to close.  I am hoping that the lenders are not tightening up their requirements as they also see market activity improving.

Both average and median sales prices were down slightly from March.  This is the second monthly decline after a number of months of increases. This is more a reflection of the mix of homes selling for these months rather than an indication of lower values (More lower-priced homes selling). However, the specter of an increased number of distressed properties being released by the banks remains. Should a large number of foreclosures come on the market, this will further depress prices and keep the values relatively stable at best.

Our outlook for Martin County remains optimistic as prices and rates remain at historic low levels. For sellers, homes are selling, and if priced and presented optimally, they are going quickly. Buyers are seeing historically low-interest rates and very affordable quality homes in almost all price ranges.

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Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for April 2012

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