Castle Hill Market Report | Spring 2018
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Welcome Over the past few months Australia’s love affair with real estate has certainly been tested and it’s safe to say, no one has been immune. Those ranging from first time home buyers to investors, to retirees downsizing, to developers and to your average mum and dad, property owners across the country have no doubt questioned their financial positions, crunched the numbers and for the first time in a long time, are having to make significant monetary decisions. It’s almost impossible to turn on the TV, log onto the Internet and tune into the radio and not be bombarded with negative dialogue about the state of the market and the contributing factors. The ongoing Royal Commission into Australia’s banking industry has dramatically altered the mortgage lending standards, meaning most applicants can now only borrow around 70% of what they could 12 months ago, the reduction in approval of foreign investors, the Chinese crackdown on foreign investment and of course, the looming expiration of a large percentage of ‘interest only’ loans, has all provided much content for headline news.
While it’s extremely valuable to be informed on these broader economic environments and how they influence buyer sentiment, it’s equally important to acknowledge that each area is made up of ‘micro markets’ that have their own contributing factors which influence property prices, such as infrastructure change, zoning updates, school catchments, proximity to shopping precincts and transport, etc. In spite of this shift in the market, Ray White Castle Hill has enjoyed a strong year, where demand for housing in the district continued. Yes, days on market in most cases has been longer than this time last year, and yes, numbers may be down at Auctions, however, the results we are achieving for our clients show what our team at Ray White Castle Hill already knew….buyers will always pay a premium for a great home in a great location. And the Hills District is just that! We are all fortunate to reside in a beautiful region of Sydney where opportunity is abundant. Along with the much anticipated Sydney Metro Northwest rail link, residents enjoy a thriving café and restaurant culture that continues to grow, are spoilt for choice in shopping centres,
have access to many community events and parklands, have a wonderful choice of reputable government and independent schools, experience a low unemployment rate and overall, a wonderful community that is embracing a huge amount of change and growth with confidence and poise. As one of the market leaders in the area, this is what drives us each and every day and we love being a part of the process in helping others reach their property goals. Should we be able to assist you with your property needs and / or you simply wish to have chat about the market conditions in your specific area, contact your team of local Sales Executives at Ray White Castle Hill. We look forward to assisting you soon!
Philip Kelly and David Dowling Directors | Ray White Castle Hill
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Recently Sold Properties
6 AUBREY 6 AUBREY CLCL 6 AUBREY CL
48 48 GOORAWAY GOORAWAY DRDR 48 GOORAWAY DR
36 36 BRUNETTE BRUNETTE DRDR 36 BRUNETTE DR
6 AUBREY 6 AUBREY 6 AUBREY CLCL CL
48 48 GOORAWAY GOORAWAY 48 GOORAWAY DRDR DR
36 36 BRUNETTE BRUNETTE 36 BRUNETTE DRDR DR
$1,508,888
$1,292,000
$1,320,000
6 AUBREY CL 5 beds RD | 3RD baths | 3 cars 874 m² 11 11 ANTHONY ANTHONY 11 ANTHONY RD
48 GOORAWAY DR 4 beds | 3 baths | 2 cars 760 m² 93 93 SHOWGROUND SHOWGROUND RDRD 93 SHOWGROUND RD
36 BRUNETTE DR beds | 3 baths 2 cars 1,110 m² 15BRUNETTE 1 BRUNETTE DR|DR 1 BRUNETTE DR
11 11 ANTHONY ANTHONY 11 ANTHONY RDRD RD
93 93 SHOWGROUND SHOWGROUND 93 SHOWGROUND RDRD RD
1 BRUNETTE 1 BRUNETTE 1 BRUNETTE DRDR DR
$1,832,000 11 ANTHONY RD 4 beds | 3 baths | 2 cars 727 m²
$1,327,000 93 SHOWGROUND RD 5 beds | 1 bath | 2 cars 943 m²
Source: pricefinder.com.au | Properties included may/may not be sold by Ray White
$1,100,000 1 BRUNETTE DR 4 beds | 2 baths 630 m²
Based Based on on 120120 recorded recorded Unit Unit sales sales within within thethe last last 12on months 12120 months (Financial (Financial Year Year 2018) 2018) Based Based Based on 120 on recorded 104 recorded recorded Unit Unit sales Unit sales within sales within within thethe the lastlast 12 months 12 last months 12 months (Financial (Financial (Oct Year '17 Year 2018) - Sep 2018) '18)
Based Based on on recorded recorded Unit Unit sales sales within within thethe 12 12 months (Financial Year Year 2018) 2018) Based Based Based on months on recorded recorded on(Financial recorded Unit Unit sales Unit sales within sales within within thethe 12 the 12 12 months months months (Financial (Financial (Oct Year '17 Year 2018) - Sep 2018) '18)
Current Current Current Median Median Median Price: Price: Price: $878,000 $878,000 $876,000 Previous Previous Median Median Price: Price: $891,000 $891,000 Previous Previous Previous Median Median Median Price: Price: Price: $891,000 $891,000 $897,500
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QUICK FACTS
HOUSE
Suburb Growth
-6.4%
47/12 47/12 -18-18 HUME HUME AVE AVE 47/12 47/12 5/231-239 -18-18 HUME HUME OLD AVE AVE NORTHERN RD
Median Sale Price
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Based Based on 272 on recorded 272 recorded Unit Unit salessales compared compared overover the last the two last two 12 Unit month 12 month periods periods Based Based on Based 272 on recorded 272 onrolling recorded 262rolling Unit recorded sales sales Unit compared sales compared compared overover the last the overtwo last thetwo last two
QUICK FACTS rolling rolling 12 rolling month 12 month 12 periods month periods periods
# Sold Properties
257 UNIT 908/12 908/12 PENNANT PENNANT STST
Suburb Growth
# Sold Properties
-2.4%79/2-4 104AVE 79/2-4 PURSER PURSER AVE
Suburb Growth
908/12 908/12 PENNANT PENNANT STST
# Sold Properties
79/2-4 79/2-4 4/26 PURSER PURSER -28 KERRS AVE AVERD
$878k
-1.5%
126
Based on 126 recorded Unit sales within the last 12 months (Financial Year 2018)
Current Median Price: $878,000 Previous Median Price: $891,000
Based on recorded Unit sales within the 12 months (Financial Year 2018)
Based on a rolling 12 month period and may differ from calendar year statistics
Based on 278 recorded Unit sales compared over the last two rolling 12 month periods
$792,000
$743,500
5/231-239 OLD NORTHERN RD 2 beds | 2 baths | 2 cars 15/35-37 PARSONAGE RD 8 CHAINMAIL 8 CHAINMAIL CRES CRES 8 CHAINMAIL 8 CHAINMAIL 10/4-6 MERCER CRES CRESST
908/12 PENNANT ST 2 beds | 2 baths | 2 cars 17/35-37 PARSONAGE RD 31/1 31/1 -7 HUME -7 HUME AVE AVE 31/1 31/1 -74/28-32 HUME -7 HUME CECIL AVE AVEAVE $750,700
$1,020,000
Aug
Sep
15/35-37 PARSONAGE RD 2018 Days m² 2 3 58beds | 2 baths 4,709 | 2 cars
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2
2018 50Sep Days 4,925 m² 31/12018 -7 HUME AVE 92 Days 3,547 m² 2 beds | 2 baths | 2 cars
Source: pricefinder.com.au | Properties included may/may not be sold by Ray White 5/38 -42 BRISBANE RD 47/12 -18 HUME AVE 2/11 2/11 GARTHOWEN GARTHOWEN CRES CRES 17/35-37 PARSONAGE RD 2/11 2/11 GARTHOWEN GARTHOWEN CRES CRES
$1,155,000
Based on a rolling 12 month period and may differ Sep from calendar year statistics
$757,500 2018 31 Days 327 m² 4 2 79/2-4 PURSER AVE 2 beds | 2 baths | 1 car 48/22-26 MERCER ST 9/8-14 9/8-14 MERCER MERCER STST 9/8-14 9/8-14 B1109/299 MERCER MERCER ST -309 STOLD NORTHERN RD
2
$1,020,000
$705,000
$790,000
$860,000
$750,000 3
2
2
2
$825,000 2018 79Sep Days 1.26 ha 2 2 9/8-14 MERCER ST 2018 97 Days 1 2 beds | 2 baths | 2 cars 2 Aug
908/12 PENNANT ST 5/38-42 BRISBANE RD
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2
2
1
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Top 10 House Sales Address
Sold date
Land size
Price
1
2
MARIE ST
8/9/2018
1,543m2
$2,670,000
2
8
FERNGREEN WAY
7/8/2018
2,353m2
$2,410,000
3
68
CHURCH ST
27/7/2018
586m2
$1,950,000
4
4
COTTONWOOD PL
13/7/2018
1,539m2
$1,950,000
5
31
PIONEER PL
12/9/2018
700m2
$1,935,000
6
31
ARMIDALE CRES
20/7/2018
643m2
$1,900,000
7
11
ANTHONY RD
8/9/2018
727m2
$1,832,000
8
32
CASTLEWOOD DR
13/7/2018
1,565m2
$1,800,000
9
6
LANARK CRT
31/8/2018
923m2
$1,760,000
10
1
MARIE ST
6/7/2018
838m2
$1,758,000
Properties included may/may not be sold by Ray White
Top 10 Unit Sales Address
Sold date
Price
1
1901/299
OLD NORTHERN RD
23/7/2018
$1,275,000
2
4/26
KERRS RD
20/9/2018
$1,155,000
3
17/35
PARSONAGE RD
20/8/2018
$1,020,000
4
15/35
PARSONAGE RD
20/7/2018
$1,020,000
5
1/20
PENNANT ST
14/7/2018
$970,000
6
2/1
CHERITON AVE
22/9/2018
$820,000
7
5/38
BRISBANE RD
10/8/2018
$820,000
8
5/231
OLD NORTHERN RD
22/9/2018
$792,000
9
4/28
CECIL AVE
6/9/2018
$790,000
10
47/12
HUME AVE
26/7/2018
$772,000
Properties included may/may not be sold by Ray White
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Quick Tips on how to Prepare your Home for Sale We’ve listed some simple tips that can assist in maximising the sale price when selling your home. The more effortless a home looks, the more marketable a property will be and thus be more appealing to the greatest number of prospective buyers. Your property should impersonal enough not to infringe on a buyer’s own sense of style, but clean and decorated enough to allow buyers to imagine themselves in each space without too much effort required.
MAINTENANCE The rule of thumb is – if something needs repairing- fix it! Check for peeling paint, chipped corners and loose wallpaper. CLEANING Every area of the house must sparkle and shine! Each hour spent will be worth the effort. Make it easy for the buyer to want your house. THE FRONT ENTRY Whether a graciously proportioned centre hall or a small foyer just large enough for a coat rack and tiny table, this part of your house deserves your particular attention.
STAGING The use of a brightly coloured pillow on a chair or a throw blanket on a sofa can add dimension to an otherwise neutral room. Fresh flowers and creating a sanctuary in the bathroom help create a sense of luxury.
NEUTRALISING Be cautious about selecting colours when painting the interior walls or replacing the carpet. Your objective is to make your house appeal to the largest possible buying segment.
SPACE MANAGEMENT Create the illusion of more space and consider removing some furniture from any room that may seem over crowded. If necessary, put large items in storage.
ATMOSPHERE A clean smelling house creates a positive image in the buyer’s mind. Be aware of any odours from cooking, cigarette smoke, pets etc. These may have adverse effects on potential buyers.
Medium House Prices 60
$1,600,000
55 50
$1,500,000
45 40
$1,450,000
35 30
$1,400,000
15 10
$1,300,000
5 0 SEP
AUG
JULY
JUN
MAY
APR
MAR
FEB
JAN 2018
DEC
NOV
$1,250,000
NUMBER OF SALES
20
$1,350,000
OCT
MEDIAN SALE PRICE
25
MONTH
Number of sales
Median sale price
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Recent Activity Sales by Price - Past 12 months House
Unit
0-$200K
1
1
$200K-$300K
2
$300K-$400K
1
2
0%
2
0%
Past 12 Months
1
0%
425 Sales
2
0%
$400K-$500K
2
$500K-$600K
1
2
3
1%
$600K-$700K
1
4
5
1%
26
26
$700K-$800K $800K-$900K
1
22
23
$900K-$1M
6
19
25
$1M-$1.25M
55
24
79
$1.25M-$1.5M
81
2
83
$1.5M-$1.75M
72
72
$1.75M-$2M
40
40
$2M-$2.5M
21
21
$2.5M-$3M
6
6
>$3M
7
7
6% 5%
$1.25M-$1.5M
6% 19% 20% 17% 9% 5% 1% 2%
83 Sales
Your Local Team
Philip Kelly 0407 000 991
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Odette Roach 9680 2255
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