AS SUMMER WRAPS UP
are the fireworks fizzling out
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Hello Family + Friends - Looking for inside knowledge of the current real estate market—Read On!
Starting off with what is remarkable—July recorded only 58 Single Family Home sales, which is the lowest number we have seen since these numbers have been reported. Compare the 58 SFH sold in July 2022 (26 condos) to the 118 sold in July of 2021 (62 condos). Down over 50% for both SFH and Condos. This low number is a product of our market’s absence of inventory which is still low at only 765 SFH properties available YTD compared to 1,008 the same time in 2021.
Desire to live in our beautiful community is still high but supply is not keeping up, meaning there are more buyers than sellers—which is a significant part of what is driving the market. Sellers can still be optimistic since our market remains strong and we still see a window to capitalize on property appreciation. There are still good values to be had for buyers and we are seeing many more price reductions before a property goes into escrow—so don’t sit on the sidelines! Contact us for a strategy or a deeper dive into the market.
While this one time event of historically LOW closed sales does not necessarily equal a trend, could it be evidence of a market that is changing? Let’s have a quick look of some highlights and review of the market stats. Full report to follow including properties currently available that we feel are good values.
- Highest July Sale at 4045 Cuervo Avenue in Hope Ranch for $18,500,000
- 32% All-Cash Sales - 8 Homes Traded Over $5M
- 17 Homes Traded “Off Market” (1 in Montecito) - Closed Price is 97% to List Price
- “At or Over” the Asking Price Sales: 38 Homes and 23 Condos/Manufactured Homes Market Statistic Overview | Everything with Price is UP and Everything with Supply is DOWN:
- Total Active Listings Down 24% - New Listings Down 19%
- New Escrows Down 34% - Median Sales Price Up 21%
- Sold Dollar Volume Down 24% - Told Sold Properties Down 30%
Buyers—make sure you know all the options including our Compass Private Exclusive properties (offmarket inventory/pocket listings). Sellers—it’s more important than ever to be realistic on pricing since we are seeing increased price reductions each week. Buyers are sophisticated and understand value so you don’t want to be overlooked and find your home becoming stale which often leads to a lower sales price. Working with an experienced team like us who understands how to position and market your home will give you the best chance to realize the highest price with the most favorable terms. In this market, experience matters. We offer concierge level professional service to our clients with world-class marketing, a proven track record of success, the skills necessary to put complicated deals together and negotiate the price and terms that will get your offer accepted amongst multiple offers. Our goal is to get you the best price for your existing home and find you the right replacement property with minimal stress. Let’s explore your property’s current valuation and discuss a strategy.
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Buy Now or Wait | Inventory levels are on the rise, which could mean more moderate price appreciation for sellers and more options for buyers.
The slowing of home price growth is certainly a welcome change to the market. In theory, it should bring more balance—leading to healthier housing market conditions.
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All information provided is deemed reliable but has not been verified and we do not guarantee it. We recommend that buyers make their own inquiries. Data source Fidelity National Title, Chicago Title and Santa Barbara MLS. INdata Real Estate Market Reporting through July 2022.
Properties featured are courtesy of the Santa Barbara MLS and are available for sale at time of publication. They may be listed by brokers and/or agents other than Compass or Haden Homes Group. Contact us for details or to set up a private showing at 805.880.6530.