Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Residential, February 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Residential, February 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34996, Residential Sales for February 2012

For February 2011 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 183 active listings (Down 7 from January).

35 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 7 from January).

8 Homes Sold in February (Up 2 from January).

The 34996 zip code area of Stuart Florida and the majority of Treasure Coast areas had a strong February market with all tracked categories moving in the right direction.

Comparing the numbers to February of 2011, there were 206 active listings, 30 pending sales and 7 closed sales.  With the inventory continuing to decline, sales levels and pending sales levels remain at or above last year’s levels.  Those properties that are attractive and priced well continue to sell, and often quite fast.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 – Residential, February 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Residential, February 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Residential, February 2012

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34994, Residential Sales for February 2012

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

There are currently 148 active listings (Down 5 from January).

43 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 5 from January).

7 Homes Sold in February (Up 1 homes from January)

Stuart’s 34994 ZIP code area continues to show a steady improvement across the board.  Inventory decreased, and pending and closed sales were up.   With a dwindling inventory, we are rapidly approaching the point that buyers will either pay a premium if they want this location or look elsewhere.

Last February at this time, there were 99 active listings, 29 pending sales, and 6 closed sales.

With the lower number of homes on the market this year, it will be interesting to see what happens as we continue in the height of the season these months.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 – Residential, February 2012

Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, February 2012

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, February 2012

Sewalls Point Real Estate Snapshot, Residential Sales for February 2012

There are currently 66 active listings (an increase of 7 home for sale from January)

9 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (An decrease of 2 from January)

3 Homes sold in January (Unchanged from January)

Continuing slow results for the Sewalls Point market report.  Inventory has gone up to 66 homes while sales remained slow at 3 closed homes and pending sales were also off from the past couple of months.  This compared to other parts of martin County which had some fairly strong results.  The Sewalls Point price point remains high for many of today’s buyers and this is possibly what is causing the slow activity at present.

Comparing the results to February of 2011, the inventory is down from 69 homes, pending sales were 12 last year and no homes sold.  So while it wasn’t a particularly good month this year, still somewhat better than last year.

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, February 2012

Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for January 2012

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Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for January 2012

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida residential market report for January 2012 starts the year on a slow note. Sales volume (98 units) was up as compared to last year (85) but considerably down from December (160). The one-month absorption rate shot up to14.5 months while the three-month moving average is at a more respectable 10.7 months.  Activity does appear to be high though and I expect that the January numbers reflect slow closings from the slow holiday season (as closings tend to lag from one to three months after the contracts are agreed upon.

The average sales price was up slightly from last year, while the median price was down.   Prices seem to be holding pretty steady at this time in most segments of the market and quality homes that are priced well are selling quickly.  The inventory remained stable (up only by two homes).

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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Data compiled from the Realtor Association of Martin County

Residential Market Report for January 2012 in Martin County, Florida

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, January 2012

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, January 2012

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Residential Sales for January 2012

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

There are currently 359 active listings. ( An increase of 29 homes from December)

78 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (An increase of 20 homes from December)

22 Homes Sold in January (A decrease of 6 homes from last month)

The Hobe Sound real estate market (ZIP Code 33455) had a fairly dramatic rise in inventory for January.  The good news is that activity was up as pending sales also rose significantly.  There was a fairly small drop in closed sales.
Compared to last January, we had 388 active listings, 57 pending sales, and 18 closed sales.  Fairly close to last year’s figures, but all this with less inventory.

Provided we don’t see a drastic increase in distressed properties (short sales and bank-owned foreclosures), we should be in line for a good performance from the Hobe Sound real estate market in 2012.

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, January 2012

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, January 2012

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, January 2012

Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Residential Sales for January 2012

There are currently 530 active listings (An increase of 8 homes from December).

205 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (An increase of 29 homes from December).

45 Homes Sold in December (Down 33 homes from December)

Another positive month for the 34997 zip code area of Stuart Florida.  Closed sales were off from a powerful end-of-year result in December, but future sales (pendings) are showing great strength and this market appears to be headed in the right direction.

Compared to January of 2011, when there were 635 active listings, 164 pending sales, and 23 closed sales, the 34997 area code for Stuart, Florida continues to show significant improvement with considerably improved numbers, even with less inventory available.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, January 2012

Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, January 2012

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, January 2012

Sewalls Point Real Estate Snapshot, Residential Sales for January 2012

There are currently 59 active listings (an increase of 1 home for sale from December)

11 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (An increase of 3 from December)

3 Homes sold in December (Down 2 from December)

After a fairly good December of 2011, January was pretty tepid for the Sewalls Point housing market.   We only had three sales in January as opposed to 5 in December, two of these sales were in the middle price ranges for Sewalls Point above $450,000 (sales price).  Inventory remains quite high for Sewalls Point.  On a brighter note, pending sales were up to 11 an increase of 3 from last month.

Comparing the results to January of 2011, the inventory is down from 65 homes, pending sales were 9 last year, and 2 homes sold. Other than a lower inventory, the numbers are almost identical to a year ago.

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, January 2012

Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, December 2011

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, December 2011

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Residential Sales for December 2011

For December 2011 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 330 active listings. ( An increase of 14 homes from November)

58 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (A decrease of 13 homes from November)

28 Homes Sold in December (An increase of 13 homes from last month)

 Along with most of Martin County, the Hobe Sound real estate market (ZIP Code 33455) had increasing inventory and decreasing pending sales from last month. Closed sales were the bright note, as 28 homes were sold in December, an increase of 13 homes from November.

Compared to last December, we had 374 active listings, 47 pending sales, and 28 closed sales.  Closed sales were equal to last year, with about 10% less active inventory and pending sales were lower as well.

Provided we don’t see a drastic increase in distressed properties (short sales and bank-owned foreclosures), we should be in line for a good performance from the Hobe Sound real estate market in 2012.

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, December 2011

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Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for December 2011

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Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for December 2011

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida residential market report for December 2011 ends the year on a very positive note.  Sales volume (160 units) was up as compared to both last year (148) and last month (135).  The one-month absorption rate is down to just under 9 months.  This is the best value for a December time period since the current housing difficulties started.

The average sales price was down slightly from last year, while the median is up by a little.  Basically, for the market as a whole, it appears that prices have stabilized. Listing prices for December were up (both average and median) as sellers felt that the market has strengthened and are trying to get the best possible value for their homes.  It remains to be seen if they will be successful.   This was another month of increasing inventory as we are up to 1426 homes available compared to 1364 in November, but still better than the 1800 home inventory we had in December of 2010, and considerably down from the peak of 2980 homes in March of 2007.

Our outlook for Martin County remains cautiously 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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Residential Market Report for December 2011 in Martin County, Florida

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, December 2011

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, December 2011

Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Residential Sales for December 2011

There are currently 522 active listings (a decrease of 5 homes from November).

176 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (A decrease of 22 homes from November).

78 Homes Sold in November (Up 36 homes from November)

A very strong month for December in the 34997 zip code area of Stuart Florida.  Sales almost doubled by the end of the year.  Inventory was down and the only negative report shows pending sales were down.

Compared to December of 2010, the inventory is down by approximately 50 homes or 10%.  Less supply should be a catalyst for greater demand.  Lower supply should also help stabilize prices.  There were 155 pending sales in 2010 compared to the 176 this year (Dec 2011) and there were 47 homes sold in Dec 2010 as compared to the 78 last month.  Very strong results that may very likely continue into 2012 as the economic outlook appears to be more positive.  With renewed optimism, I see a strong market in the future for the Stuart 34997 zip code area.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, December 2011

Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, December 2011

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, December 2011

Sewalls Point Real Estate Snapshot, Residential Sales for December 2011

There are currently 58 active listings (an increase of 9 homes for sale from November)

8 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Down 5 from November)

5 Homes sold in December (Up 2 from November)

In December of 2011, we saw a slight increase in sales from November in the Sewalls Point, Florida real estate market.  Most of the sales for December were solidly in the mid-price category for Sewalls Point real estate. Inventory was up by 9 units which is close to a 20% rise while pending sales were off by 5 homes.

Comparing the results to December of 2010, the inventory is down from 67 homes, pending sales were 9 last year and 4 homes sold.  Other than a lower inventory, the numbers are almost identical to a year ago.

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, December 2011

Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for November 2011

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Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for November 2011

The Martin County Florida residential market report for November 2011 continues to show improved momentum and resiliency.   Sales volume (135 units) was up as compared to both last year (112) and last month (113).  The one-month absorption rate is down to just above 10 months.  This is the best value since the current housing difficulties started.

The average sales price was up from last year, while the median is unchanged. Listing prices on average are down by a small amount as well.   There was a small increase in inventory as many sellers are finally realizing that prices will not be rebounding to the levels they were hoping for and too many uncertainties remain in the economy to wait it out if they want to move on with their lives.

Our outlook for Martin County remains cautiously 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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Residential Market Report for November 2011 in Martin County, Florida

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, November 2011

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, November 2011

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Residential Sales for November 2011

For November 2011 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 316 active listings. ( Down 12 from October)

71 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 12 from October)

15 Homes Sold in November (A decrease of 15 homes from last month)

Bucking the trend from the rest of Martin County, the Hobe Sound real estate market (ZIP Code 33455) had a second month of decreasing inventory and increasing pending sales.  Unfortunately closed sales were down by 50% from 30 units (a strong October) to only 15 last month.

Compared to last November, we had 431 active listings, 51 pending sales and 16 closed sales.  Even with a significant decrease in inventory, sales as well as pending sales remain strong.  In addition, recent sales have tended toward more medium and upper-end price ranges which shows many higher-income buyers coming back into the market.

Provided we don’t see a drastic increase in distressed properties (short sales and bank-owned foreclosures), we should be in line for a good performance from the Hobe Sound real estate market in 2012.

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, November 2011

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, November 2011

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, November 2011

Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Residential Sales for November 2011

There are currently 527 active listings (an increase of 8 from October).

198 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 5 from October).

42 Homes Sold in October (Down 5 from October)

Compared to October, the 34997 zip code area of Stuart Florida saw movement in the wrong direction, with inventory up for the second month in a row and both pending sales and closed sales off as well.   Of more interest, compared to November of 2010, inventory is up by about 100 homes, but sales are more than double and pending sales are almost triple last year’s numbers.

So, it appears that we are seeing a seasonal slowing of the market for the holiday season, but numbers are still dramatically higher than last year’s figures.  This is showing great promise for the year ahead.  For those waiting for prices to come back to pre-bubble values, we just don’t believe it will happen any time soon.  Housing is currently at historically affordable levels and those that can afford or qualify are making their moves.  At one point in the future, these low-interest rates are bound to go up making homes less affordable

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, November 2011

Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, November 2011

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, November 2011

Sewalls Point Real Estate Snapshot, Residential Sales for November 2011

There are currently 49 active listings (an increase of 6 homes for sale from October)

13 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Down 1 from October)

3 Homes sold in November (Up 2 from October)

In November of 2011, e saw a slight increase in sales from October in the Sewalls Point, Florida real estate market.  Of note is that two of these sales were in the higher price ranges of just under $900,000 for a nonwaterfront home and above $1,200,000 for an older waterfront home.  Inventory crept up a little from last month while pending sales remain virtually unchanged (down 1).

Interestingly the active and pending numbers are almost identical to last November, but sales are up as has been the trend for most of this year.  If sales continue at the pace of last year, we may very well find a significant decrease in inventory as well as a lack of well-priced homes on Sewalls Point.  In our experience with this market, it will be difficult to convince buyers to pay a large premium for the privilege of living in this desirable neighborhood, so we may see some slowdown if the inventory doesn’t keep pace.

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, November 2011

Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, October 2011

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, October 2011

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Residential Sales for October 2011

For October 2011 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 328 active listings. ( Down 20 from September)

59 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 11 from September)

30 Homes Sold in October (An increase of 9 homes from last month)

The Hobe Sound real estate market (ZIP Code 33455) had a surprisingly strong October.  After a disappointing September, all of our indexes moved in a positive direction for a strong market.

Inventory decreased, homes under contract increased and closed sales showed an increase as well.  We are expecting a bit of a slowdown as we enter the holiday season, but time will tell, as the October Hobe Sound results were a bit of a surprise.

This will be an interesting season to watch!

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, October 2011

Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for October 2011

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Martin County Florida Residential Market Report for October 2011

Commentary:

The Martin County Florida residential market report for October 2011 shows some good strength when considering the season.  Sales were off only by 3 homes for a total of 113, almost identical to last year’s 114 single-family sales.  Surprisingly inventory was down by 6 homes from last month (which had a slight rise from August), and off by more than 450 homes since October of 2010 ( or by close to 30%)

The average sales price was up from last year, but down significantly from September.  This doesn’t necessarily reflect a decrease or increase in existing home prices, but more the mix of homes that sold in October.  As in previous tears, late fall sales tend to be of lower-priced homes.   This difference is much more tempered when looking at median prices as opposed to averages.  We will not be surprised to see inventory rising some in the next couple of months as well as having some soft sales volume as we enter the holiday season.  But, with inventory down, for now, rates very low, we may find the market outperforming expectations.

Our outlook for Martin County remains cautiously optimistic as prices and rates remain at historic low levels.  For sellers, homes are selling, and if priced and presented optimally, homes are selling fast and at or close to market value.

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Residential Market Report for October 2011 in Martin County, Florida

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, October 2011

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, October 2011

Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34997, Residential Sales for October 2011

There are currently 519 active listings (an increase of 16 from September).

194 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 13 from September).

47 Homes Sold in September (Down 13 from September)

October was a slow month for the 34997 zip code area of Stuart Florida.  Inventory increased for the second month in a row.  Sales were off also.  The only good news was an increase in pending sales.  Typically, October and the next few months have slower traffic and sales activity as many potential buyers and sellers are preoccupied with the holiday season.
It is interesting to note that those homes selling in under 90 days on the market continue to sell at 95% of the list price.  If a home is priced to market, it will sell in 90 days.

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34997 – Residential, October 2011

Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, October 2011

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, October 2011

Sewalls Point Real Estate Snapshot, Residential Sales for October 2011

There are currently 43 active listings (a decrease of 10 homes for sale from September)

14 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Up 5 from September)

Only 1 Home sold in October (Down 3 from September)

In October of 2011, only 1 home was sold in Sewalls Point, Florida.  This home was a waterfront home on North Sewalls Point and sold for 94% of the listing price.  Buyers were represented by our office.  The inventory for Sewalls Point declined for October as we had an increase in pending sales to 14 homes and a number of sellers have allowed their homes to go off the market.

Lower inventory and hope for more future sales is a good signs as we enter the winter season and next year.  As the holidays approach we may have some softening of the market as both buyers and sellers tend to be more occupied with family and the distractions of the season.

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Sewalls Point Market Report – Residential, October 2011

Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455, Residential, September 2011

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, September 2011

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Residential Sales for September 2011

For September 2011 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 348 active listings. ( Up 6 from August)

48 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Down 6 from August)

21 Homes Sold in September (An decrease of 9 homes from last month)

The Hobe Sound real estate market (ZIP Code 33455) had a disappointing September.  All indexes reversed course and moved in the wrong direction, though not by significant numbers.  Inventory was up, and both pending and closed sales were down.

This increase in inventory may also be attributable to many sellers trying to time the market as well as a reaction from recent relatively good sales for the past spring and summer seasons.  Most efforts to time the market, especially when made in relatively large numbers become self-defeating as in this trying market, this increase in inventory may just drive the market a bit lower.

However, for buyers, especially those who can obtain financing, there hasn’t been a more attractive real estate market in decades.  There are some savvy buyers getting excellent deals for homes at prices equivalent to 10 or 11 years ago.

This will be an interesting season to watch!

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Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 – Residential, September 2011