Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for May 2012

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida residential market report for May 2012 showed surprisingly results. The sales volume of 213 homes was the highest since August of 2005, well before the so-called ‘bubble’ burst.  Along with strong numbers this spring, it certainly indicates that the market is turning for the better.  If this rate of activity continues, I expect to see a strong sellers market developing.  The one month absorption rate for Martin County residential sales is now down to 5.7 months.  This indicates a balanced market, favoring neither seller or buyer.

Both average and median sales prices were up considerably from April. The largest jump in years.  This is not necessarily an indication of rising prices (though some segments of our real estate market are indeed experiencing rising prices), rather, more mid to higher priced homes are selling moving both average and median prices higher.  If it weren’t for the relatively large numbers of short sales, and for Martin County, some foreclosures offered at distressed prices, values would be going higher.  These distressed sales along with a still uncertain economy are holding back prices for now.

Our outlook for Martin County is very 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 and for good prices. Buyers are seeing historically low-interest rates and very affordable quality homes in almost all price ranges.  Many buyers, thinking bargains are still to be had are finding themselves outbid over and over again and until they understand the current reality will be out of luck finding that elusive deal.

Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for May 2012

the Gabe Sanders real estate team

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