Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, August 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, August 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34996, Condo Sales for August 2012

For August 2012 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

 

There are currently 190 active condo listings (Unchanged from last month).

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19 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (an increase of 2 condos from July).

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12 Condos Sold in August (Unchanged from July)

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The Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 for Condos was basically unchanged from July.  The only difference was an increase of 2 pending sales.  We are now in the off peak season for condos and it’s not unusual to see a lower number of pending sales and fewer closed sales for the summer and fall for this segment of Stuart, Florida real estate.

The current absorption rate for the Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo is just under 16 months.  Still a very strong buyers market for now.

The numbers for August 2011 were: 192 active listings, 29 pending sales and 12 closed sales.  Very similar numbers to the current market.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, August 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, August 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, August 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34994, Condo Sales for August 2012

For August, 2012 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

 

There are currently 143 active condo listings (Down 10 condos from July).

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43 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Up 13 from last month)

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13 Condos Sold in August (Decreased by 4 condos from July).

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Somewhat surprisingly strong results for the Stuart Condo market for zip code 34994.  While sales were off by 4 condos, pending sales were up by a significant 13 units.  The available inventory also decreased significantly.  The one month absorption rate is at 11.8 months, which still signifies a buyers market.  And, it appears that the buyers are indeed buying, even during the typically slower condo season.  Typically a real estate market is considered to be a balanced market with an absorption rate of 6 to 7 months.  Meaning neither a buyers or sellers market.

Last August the numbers were 136 active listings, 43 pending sales, and 16 closed sales.  There is still great room for improvement in this segment of the Stuart Florida condo market.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, August 2012

Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for July 2012

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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for July 2012

 

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida Condo Market for July 2012 is showing signs of improvement even though we are now in the typically slower summer season for condo sales.  Sales for July were a strong 57 units, which is the highest number of condo sales for a July since 2005.  The inventory continues to shrink, although at a slower rate.  I would not be surprised to see some inventory growth as we get into the upcoming  fall and winter condo season.   For the first time in five months, we’ve seen a drop in median sales prices.  Rather than a decrease in values, this is indicative of a greater number of lower priced condos in the mix of the completed sales.

The inventory is now down to 571 condos, down from the 652 condos that were on the market in July of 2011. The one month absorption rate is now at 10.02 months, while the three-month average is at 8.99 months.  While it remains a somewhat challenging market for condos in Martin County, there are some signs of life as prices across the board have declined significantly. We need to see a sustained absorption rate below 9 months for a healthy market and down to 6 or 7 months to be considered a balanced one.

With any change to a favorable consumer sentiment, I expect condo sales to pick up dramatically this coming season as nervous potential vacation home buyers will have the courage to step off the sidelines.

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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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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for July 2012

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Condo, July 2012

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Condo, July 2012

 

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Condo Sales for July 2012

 

For July 2012 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

 

There are currently 28 active condo listings. (Down 2 from June)

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7 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Down 1 from June)

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  3 Condos sold in July (A decrease of 3 condos from June)

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The Hobe Sound condo market (Zip Code 33455) is the smallest segment of the Martin County real estate market. July showed fewer closed sales, one less pending sale recorded as well as another decrease in inventory.  With only 28 units available it’s fairly slim pickings in the Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 condo market.

The one month absorption rate is 9.3 months, signifying that it’s still a buyers market.  Generally, a 6 month absorption rate is considered to be a balanced market favoring neither the seller or buyer.  But, with such low numbers, these indicators can easily be misleading.



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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Condo, July 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Condo, July 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Condo Sales for July 2012

 

For July 2012 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

 

There are currently 100 active condo listings (A decrease of 9 condo form June).

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28 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 2 condos from June).

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13 Condos Sold in July (An increase of 3 condos from June).

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Bucking the trend for the other condo markets in Martin County, the Stuart condo market for the area in ZIP code 34997 had excellent numbers for July of 2012.  Inventory is now down to only 100 units while both pending and closed sales rose.

The one month absorption rate is at 7.7 months.  Still a slight buyers market, as a six moth absorption rate typically signifies a balanced market favoring neither the seller or buyer.

 

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Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Condo Sales for July 2012

 

 

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, July 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, July 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34996, Condo Sales for July 2012

For July 2012 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

 

There are currently 190 active condo listings (Up 5 from last month).

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17 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (A decrease of 10 condos from June).

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12 Condos Sold in July (Down 8 from June)

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Not a very good month for the  Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 for Condos  We are now in the off peak season for condos and it’s not unusual to see a lower number of pending sales and fewer closed sales for the summer and fall for this segment of Stuart, Florida real estate.  For the first time in months, we’ve also seen a small increase in inventory as well.

The current absorption rate for the Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo is just under 16 months.  Still a very strong buyers market for now.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, July 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, July 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, July 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34994, Condo Sales for July 2012

For July, 2011 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

 

There are currently 153 active condo listings (Up 13 condos from June).

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30 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Down 10 from last month)

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17 Condos Sold in July (Increased by 5 condos from June).

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The Stuart Condo market for zip code 34994 showed an increase in closed for July, after a disappointing June. A little bit of a surprise as we head into the historically slower season for condo sales.   Pending sales were off by 25% and also a surprise, we’ve had the first increase in inventory in quite some time.  Most sales were in the more modest categories of under $80,000.

The one month absorption rate for this market is now 9 months.  Typically a real estate market is considered to be a balanced market with an absorption rate of 6 to 7 months.  Meaning neither a buyers or sellers market.

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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for June 2012

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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for June 2012

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida Condo Market for June 2012 continues on a positive trend. Sales for June were a strong 62 units, which is the highest number of condo sales for a June in the past few years. Ant this with an inventory of available condos now the lowest since October of 205.  On another positive note, the median sales price rose to $141,250 reflecting some higher to moderate priced condos having sold.  This is the fourth month in a row we’ve had an increase in median prices.

The inventory is now down to 572 condos, down from the 668 condos that were on the market in June of 2011. The one month absorption rate is now at 9.23 months, while the three-month average is down to 8.40 months.  While it remains a somewhat challenging market for condos in Martin County, there are some signs of life as prices across the board have declined significantly. We need to see a sustained absorption rate below 9 months for a healthy market and down to 6 or 7 months to be considered a balanced one.  The June numbers are showing that the condo market is coming back to life and desirable units are in fact selling.

Our outlook for the Martin County condo market is fairly positive.  Buyers can get units at attractive prices and sellers have the ability to sell their units for today’s market value.

Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for June 2012

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Condo, June 2012

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Condo, June 2012

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Condo Sales for June 2012

For June 2012 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 30 active condo listings. (Down 3 from May)

8 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. Unchanged from May)

  6 Condos sold in June (A decrease of 4 condos from May)

The Hobe Sound condo market (Zip Code 33455) is the smallest segment of the Martin County real estate market. June showed excellent activity with 6 closed sales and a further decrease in inventory to only 30 available units. pending sales were down slightly.  I don’t expect to see any great movement in this segment of the Treasure Coast Florida condo market with such a small inventory.

Last June’s numbers were 41 active listings, 10 pending sales and 1 closed sales. With the exception of pending sales, much better numbers this year as compared to last.

 

 

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Condo, June 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Condo, June 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Condo, June 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Condo Sales for June 2012

For June 2012 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 109 active condo listings (A decrease of 1 condo form May).

26 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Down 3 condos from May).

10 Condos Sold in June (A decrease of 4 condos from May).

A slowdown of market activity from last month in the Stuart condo market for the area in ZIP code 34997.  All measured activity was slightly lower from May.  The 34997 zip code area of Stuart still has a troubling number of short sales and foreclosures coming on the market at a slower but steady rate.  This is keeping prices from rising.
Last years numbers were 103 active listings, 27 pending sales and 8 closed sales.  Very little change from last year.  The 34997 area of Stuart condo market seems to be treading water with a roughly 10 month absorption rate for June of 2012.

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Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Condo Sales for June 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, June 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, June 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34996, Condo Sales for June 2012

For June 2012 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 185 active condo listings (Down 3 from last month).

27 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (A decrease of 4 condos from May).

20 Condos Sold in June (Down 6 from May)

The inventory continues to decline in the Stuart condo market for the area in ZIP code 34996. Sales activity slowed from May and pending sales were also down from last month. We are approaching the slower time of the year for seasonal condos and it’s not unusual to see a lower number of pending sales and probably fewer closed sales for the summer and fall for this segment of Stuart, Florida real estate.

Compared to last year in June of 2011, the numbers were 203 active listings, 21 pending sales and 30 closed sales.  Last June we had much better closed activity, but our pending sales are higher this year and the inventory is marginally lower.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, June 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, June 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, June 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34994, Condo Sales for June 2012

For June 2011 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 140 active condo listings (Down by 10 condos from May).

40 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Up 3 from last month)

12 Condos Sold in June (Decreased by 11 condos from May).

The Stuart Condo market for zip code 34994 showed a marked decrease of closed sales possibly indicating a seasonal slowdown for the summer months.  But pending sales took a small jump, which is encouraging.  Active listings were down by 10, now only 140 active listings.  Lower inventory typically means less supply, which with any return in demand, might indicate price rises in the near future.

Last year in June of 2011 the numbers were: 148 active listings, 44 pending listings and 10 closed sale.  Fairly similar numbers from last year, with slightly better numbers in all categories.

The one month absorption rate for this market is now 12 months.  Typically a real estate market is considered to be a balanced market with an absorption rate of 6 to 7 months.  Meaning neither a buyers or sellers market.

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Portofino Condos at Jensen Beach

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Portofino Condos at Jensen Beach

Portofino Condos at Jensen Beach is one of the newest condominium subdivisions in Martin County.  Originally built as an upscale apartment complex around 2000, this development was turned into condominiums and began sales in 2005.  Due to the downturn in the housing market, not all units were sold and some are now being offered for lease.  Portofino Condos at Jensen Beach features 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units with separate garage parking as an added purchase when available.  Unit sizes are 802 sq. ft. for the 1 Bedroom 1 bath, 1074 sq. ft. for the 2 Bedroom 2 bath, and 1252 sq. ft. for the 3 Bedroom 2 bath.

The Condo Owners Association fees range from $190 to $315 per month depending on unit size and for garage owners, there’s an additional $20 per month charge.  Fees include the extensive grounds and gated entry as well as the amenities, which include a large community pool, heated whirlpool, state of the art fitness center, indoor racquetball court, tennis court, playground and a private clubhouse with a full kitchen.

All ages are welcome in Portofino Condos at Jensen Beach.   Children attend Martin County’s highly rated school system, currently at Jensen Beach elementary school, Stuart middle school and Jensen Beach high school.  Portofino Condos is close to the Treasure Coast mall as well as numerous shops and restaurants, medical facilities and only a few minutes to the waterways of Martin County and the beaches of Hutchinson Island.

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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for May 2012

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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for May 2012

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida Condo Market for may 2012 continues on a positive trend. Sales for May were a strong 75 units, which equaled the April sales and higher than the past few years. On another positive note, the median sales price rose to $135,000 reflecting some higher to moderate priced condos having sold.  This is the third month we’ve had an increase in median prices.

The inventory declined to 602 condos, down from the 714 condos that were on the market in May of 2011. The one month absorption rate is now at 8.03 months, while the three-month average is down to 8.69 months.  While it remains a somewhat challenging market for condos in Martin County, there are some signs of life as prices across the board have declined significantly. We need to see a sustained absorption rate below 9 months for a healthy market and down to 6 or 7 months to be considered a balanced one.  The May numbers are showing that the condo market is slowly crawling back to life and those units that show ell are in fact selling.  At times for even premium prices by today’s standards.

Our outlook for Martin County is fairly positive as for buyers, prices and rates remain very attractive. For sellers, it looks like this may be an excellent season coming if there’s no big disruption in the economy.  If you need to sell, you may be better off doing so now than facing the uncertainty of what the future may bring.  Especially if you are paying those condo fees.

Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for May 2012

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Condo, May 2012

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Condo, May 2012

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Condo Sales for May 2012

For May 2012 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 33 active condo listings. (Down 2 from April)

8 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Up 2 from April)

  1 Condos sold in May (A decrease of 4 condos from April)

The Hobe Sound condo market (Zip Code 33455) is the smallest segment of the Martin County real estate market. May showed slower activity with only 1 closed sale and a further decrease in inventory to only 33 available units. pending sales were up slightly, so there should be some closed sales in the coming months.  I don’t expect to see any great movement in this segment of the Treasure Coast Florida condo market with such a small inventory.

Last May’s numbers were 40 active listings, 8 pending sales and 1 closed sales. Other than a greater number of active listings, almost identical to this year’s numbers.

 

 

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Condo, May 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Condo, May 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Condo Sales for May 2012

For May 2012 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 110 active condo listings (A decrease of 5 condos form April).

29 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Down 5 condos from April).

14 Condos Sold in June (A decrease of 4 condos from April).

A slightly disappointing month for the Stuart condo market for the area in ZIP code 34997.  While inventory decreased to 110 condos both pending and closed sales were also off.  The 34997 zip code area of Stuart contains a fairly good supply of condo communities, but there is definitely a shortage of good inventory which is affecting sales.  The current one-month absorption rate is just under 8 months.  Still a buyer’s market, but close to a balanced market which would be with a 6 to 7-month absorption rate.
Last years numbers were 111 active listings, 30 pending sales and 8 closed sales.  The market is marginally better than May of 2011.  We are now being hampered by lack of inventory.

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Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Condo Sales for May 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, May 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, May 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34996, Condo Sales for May 2012

For May 2012 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 188 active condo listings (Down 15 from last month).

31 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (A decrease of 21 condos from April).

26 Condos Sold in May (Unchanged from April)

The inventory continues to decline in the Stuart condo market for the area in ZIP code 34996. Sales activity was unchanged from April and pending sales were down significantly from last month. We are approaching the slower time of the year for seasonal condos and it’s not unusual to see a lower number of pending sales and probably fewer closed sales for the summer and fall for this segment of Stuart, Florida real estate.

Compared to last year in May of 2011, the numbers were 211 active listings, 38 pending sales and 22 closed sales.  Considering the inventory is approximately 20% lower than last year, the market activity is very similar and thus better when considering the reduced number of available options in the 34996 Condo market in Stuart, Florida.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Condo, May 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, May 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Condo, May 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34994, Condo Sales for May 2012

For May 2011 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 150 active condo listings (Up by 3 condos from April).

37 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Down 6 from last month)

23 Condos Sold in May (Increased by 8 condos from April).

The Stuart Condo market for zip code 34994 showed an increase of closed sales, reflecting the winter and spring contracts that were written and went into pending status.  As the summer approaches, the inventory has taken another small rise and pending sales also decreased slightly as we typically go into a slower market for condos during the summer and fall months.  It should be noted that the 34994 zip code area of Stuart has a fairly low number of condo developments compared to other zip codes in Martin County and Stuart.

In May of 2011 the numbers were: 154 active listings, 36 pending listings and 13 closed sale.  Better closed sales numbers and pending sales along with a lower inventory.  We are still doing considerably better than last year with an improved real estate market in almost all Martin County residential real estate segments.

The one month absorption rate for this market is now 6.5 months.  Typically a real estate market is considered to be a balanced market with an absorption rate of 6 to 7 months.  Meaning neither a buyers or sellers market.

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The Estuary of Stuart Florida

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The Estuary of Stuart Florida

The Estuary of Stuart Florida, located in North Stuart, Florida and often mistaken for being a part of Jensen Beach Florida is a gated community with a variety of homes ranging from condos, to 1980’s vintage homes, to newer villas as well as waterfront homes with deep water docks.

The Estuary of Stuart Florida is very conveniently located on the banks of the North Fork of the Saint Lucie River, just minutes from the Treasure Coast Mall and the shopping and dining areas of the US-1 corridor in Jensen Beach.

Different sections of the Estuary include well appointed 2 and 3 bedroom condos with pool and lake views.  A select number of condos have mile wide river views of the Saint Lucie River.  An inland section of varying styles, sizes and shapes of homes built from the early 1980’s and also called River Shores Plantation.  In 2002, a section of the Estuary was added with villas and smaller single family homes on Tillia Trail with their own community pool.  Larger single family homes were also added at this time along Estuary Court, Plumbago Trail and the western section of NW 21’st Terrace.  This section also boasts a community dock suitable for good sized vessels with ocean access just a few minutes away at the Saint Lucie Inlet.   Homes on Plumbago Trail also enjoy spectacular wide water views.  The Estuary is truly a wonderful place to call home.

Please call for a full selection of available Estuary of Stuart Florida Homes and Condos for Sale

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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for April 2012

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Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for April 2012

Commentary:

For April, the Martin County Florida Condo Market finally showed some life with better results than we’ve had all year.  Sales for April were a strong 75 units, 11 units more than March and 25 units above April of 2011.  On another positive note, the median sales price rose to $118,500 reflecting some higher to moderate priced condos having sold.

The inventory declined to 606 condos, which is down from 651 units last month and down from the 714 condos that were on the market in April of 2011. The one month absorption rate is now at 8.08 months, while the three month average is down to 9.68 months. It remains a challenging market for condos in Martin County but some signs of life as prices across the board have declined significantly.  We need to see a sustained absorption rate below 9 months for a healthy market and down to 6 or 7 months to be considered a balanced one.

The big uncertainty that remains is the economy. We believe that if we have any sustained good news, we will see a pretty good rush on the market which will be a nice change from the present. For the longer term, even though we have the best mortgage rates in history at the moment, inflation is making news and this is not good for rates down the line. The Fed is working hard to keep rates down, but for how long, we’re just not too sure.

Our outlook for Martin County is fairly positive as for buyers, prices and rates remain very attractive. For sellers, it doesn’t look like we’re going to see any significant improvements soon, so if you need to sell, you may be better off now than possibly in the near future.

Martin County Florida Condo Market Report for April 2012

the Gabe Sanders real estate team

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