Thursday, May 28, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - May 28, 2009

This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Etc, On-Going and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone.

ART, MUSIC & THEATER

ARTS ON THE EDGE

What: Live art demonstrations & music, plus handmade goods & food

When: May 28 – 7 - 10pm

Where: Infusion Tea

1600 Edgewater Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-999-5255

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of King Kong vs. Godzilla

When: May 28 – 8pm

Where: Shady Park

crnr Pennsylvania & New England Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-629-0054

MOUNT DORA BLUES & WINE FESTIVAL

When: May 29 – 5 - 7pm (3-day ticketholders only)

30th – 3 – 9pm

31st – 1 – 5pm

Where: Lakeside Inn

100 N. Alexander St.

Mount Dora

Cost: $48 – 3 day ticket; $38 – Sat; $18 - Sun

Contact: 800-556-5016

ART IN CHAMBERS

What: Rollins College professor Rachel Simmons

When: Mon - Fri – 8am - 5pm

Where: Winter Park City Hall

401 S. Park Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3498

THE VIRTUE OF SIMPLICITY – AMERICAN ARTS & CRAFTS

What: 45 minute docent-guided tours

When: Tues – Thurs & Sat – 9:30am - 4pm

Fri – 9:30am – 8pm

Sun – 1 – 4pm

Where: Morse Museum of American Art

445 N. Park Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: $3 adults; $1 students; children 11 & younger free;

Free Fri 4 - 8pm; Free for elementary school-aged children & their parents/guardians June 2 – July 28 with reservations

Contact: 407-645-5311

NATURE - ENVIRONMENT

CENTRAL FLORIDA NIGHTS

What: learn to identify different constellations, planets, etc.

When: May 29 – 8:30pm

Where: Seminole County Community College Planetarium

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: $6

Contact: 407-708-2360

ORCHID SHOW & SALE

What: supplies, books, education, sale

When: May 29 -30 – 10am - 4pm

31st – 11am – 4pm

Where: Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens

633 Osceola Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-299-8003

ETC

BAND-AID FUNDRAISER FOR EDUCATION

What: Benefit concert with former members of Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Allman Brothers and the Outlaws, plus local talent

When: May 29 - 7pm

Where: Wekiva High School

2501 N. Hiawassee Road

Apopka

Cost: $25

Contact: 407-297-4900

FLORIDA GAMING MAY-HEM

What: video gaming competition with live music

When: May 30 – 8am

Where: Ramada Resort & Convention Center

6375 W. Irlo Bronson Highway

Kissimmee

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-390-5800

FARMERS’ MARKET ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

What: The Winter Park Farmers' Market rings in 30 years with games, prizes and the "Dress to Impress" dog show

When: May 30 – 9am - 1pm

Where: Winter Park Farmers Market

200 W. New England Ave.

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3334

TRANSFORMING YOUR CAREER FROM GOOD TO GREAT

What: Leadership conference geared toward students and professionals looking to improve their standing

When: May 30 – 9am – 1pm

Where: Disney Entrepreneur Center

315 E. Robinson St. – Ste. 100

Orlando

Cost: $35

Contact: 407-420-4850

MYTH & MONSTERS WEEK

What: Explore the science behind some of history's most fantastic legends

When: through May 30 – 10am – 5pm

Where: Orlando Science Center

777 E. Princeton St.

Orlando

Cost: $17

Contact: 407-514-2000

CREATURECON

What: Innuagural comics and sci-fi convention, featuring special guests, panels and contests

When: May 30 – 10am - 5pm

31st – 10am – 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: $8 - 10

Contact: 863-278-4273

www.CreatureCon.com

OPPORTUNITIES IN DUBAI

What: NAI Realvest managing partner Paul P. Partyka speaks about opportunities for business leaders

When: June 1 – noon

Where: Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center

1050 W. Morse Blvd.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-623-3342

GAY DAYS KICKOFF PARTY

What: Launch the Gay Days celebrations with music from DJ MarkFrank, a guest appearance by Jade from RuPaul's Drag Race and a visit by Mayor Buddy Dyer

When: June 2 – 5:30 - 9pm

Where: Saks Fifth Avenue

The Florida Mall

8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail

Orlando

Cost: $25-30

Contact: 407-812-4500

ON-GOING

SUNDAY STORYTIME

What: fun reading of a story for children

When: 1pm

Where: Barnes & Noble

2418 E. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-894-6024

FIRST THURSDAYS

What: a new art theme by local artists, live music, cash bar

When: 6 – 9pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free to OMA members; others $10

Contact: 407-896-4231

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

What: concerts in an outdoor setting

When: 7 – 9pm

Where: Cranes Roost Park

http://www.UptownAltamonte.com

Uptown Altamonte

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-571-8863

MOVIES IN THE PARK

What: outdoor screening on family favorites

When: Second Thursday’s

Where: Central Park at Lake Mary City Hall

100 Country Club Road

Lake Mary

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-324-3002

SECOND SUNDAYS – FILM SLAM

What: Indie and student filmmakers present short works, the audience selects winners

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free - $5

Contact: 407-629-0054

STORYTELLING AT LEU GARDENS

What: for 18 months to 5 years old

When: Third Monday – 10am

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-2620

THIRD THURSDAY’S

What: art in downtown Orlando at various locations from 6-9pm

Where: City Arts Factory (Orange & Pine)

The Office Gallery (47 E. Robinson)

A.K.A. Lounge (68 E. Pine)

Gallery at Avalon Island & Guinevere’s (Magnolia & Pine)

Cost: Free

PLAN AHEAD

MINOR VEGETABLES CLASS

What: learn how to grow a wide assortment of vegetables

When: June 4 – 6 – 7:30pm

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Center

6021 S. Conway Rd.

Orlando

Cost: Free; registration required

Contact: 407-254-9200

GOSLING’S RUM RECEPTION

What: rum pairings

When: June 5 – 6:30pm

Where: Sunset Sam’s Fish Camp

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

6000 W. Osceola Pkwy.

Kissimmee

Cost: $39 + tax + gratuity

Contact: 407-586-1602

DATE NIGHT AT LEU GARDENS

What: outdoor screening of Roman Holiday

When: June 5 – 8:30pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $7 adult; $2 children; gates open at 6pm; bring picnic baskets, chairs, blankets

Contact: 407-246-2620

7TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY FAIR & PICNIC

What: the Winter Park Community Redevelopment Agency

When: June 6 – 11am - 2pm

Where: Shady Park

721 W. New England Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3506

SOL

What: The planetarium invites viewers to look directly at the sun in this show about our closest star

When: June 6 – 6 - 11pm

Where: Seminole Community College Planetarium

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: $6

Contact: 407-708-2360

ABOUT FACE

What: Local artists produce works based on human facial expressions, including the gallery's first photography submissions

When: June 6 – 7pm

Where: Uberbot

480 N. Orlando Ave. Ste. # 126

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-788-8237

MOVIE IN THE PARK

What: outdoor screening of Hotel for Dogs

When: June 6 – 8:30pm

Where: Bill Breeze Park

150 N. Lakeshore Drive

Ocoee

Cost: Free; opens at 7pm; bring lawn chairs & blankets

Contact: 407-905-3180

RETRO GAME NIGHT

What: classic board and video games, nostalgic treats, cash bar

When: June 12 – 7pm - midnight

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $5; must be at least 18 yrs old; retro attire encouraged

Contact: 407-836-7010

www.TheHistoryCenter.org

For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - May 19, 2009

This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Etc, On-Going and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone.

ART, MUSIC & THEATER

ABSINTHE JAZZ TRIO

When: May 20 – 10pm

Where: Taste

717 W. Smith St.

Orlando

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-835-0646

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of Silver Streak with Richard Pryor & Gene Wilder

When: May 21 – 8pm

Where: Shady Park

Crn of New England & Pennsylvania Aves.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-629-0054

MORRISSEY’S 50TH BIRTHDAY PARTY

What: Mozz-related trivia games, giveaways and a performance by Smiths cover band, Rusholme Ruffians

When: May 22 – 8 - 11pm

Where: Ethos Vegan Kitchen

1235 N. Orange Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-228-3899

360 ROAD BLOCK PARTY

What: Indoor/outdoor block party with live DJs from all around the country

When: May 23 – 9pm

Where: 360 Nightclub & Lounge

360 State Lane

Orlando

Cost: $15

Contact: 407-244-0299

JANIS IAN

When: May 24 – 8pm

Where: The Plaza Theatre

425 N. Bumby Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $32

Contact: 407-228-1220

18TH ANNUAL ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVAL

What: theater, art, music and more

When: through May 25th – various dates & times

Where: Loch Haven Park

812 E. Rollins St.

Orlando

Cost: varies per show, day, but you must buy an $8 button – cash only

Contact: 888-695-0888

www.OrlandoFringe.org

ART IN CHAMBERS

What: Rollins College professor Rachel Simmons

When: Mon - Fri – 8am - 5pm

Where: Winter Park City Hall

401 S. Park Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3498

THE VIRTUE OF SIMPLICITY – AMERICAN ARTS & CRAFTS

What: 45 minute docent-guided tours

When: Tues – Thurs & Sat – 9:30am - 4pm

Fri – 9:30am – 8pm

Sun – 1 – 4pm

Where: Morse Museum of American Art

445 N. Park Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: $3 adults; $1 students; children 11 & younger free;

Free Fri 4 - 8pm; Free for elementary school-aged children & their parents/guardians June 2 – July 28 with reservations

Contact: 407-645-5311

NATURE - ENVIRONMENT

“RECYCLING IN A CLOSED LOOP” - STYROFOAM

What: a Sierra Club educational program

When: May 20 – 7 – 8:45pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free; doors open at 6:30pm

Contact: 407-637-2461

NINE PRINCIPLES OF LANDSCAPING SEMINAR

What: Orange County Cooperative Extension Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Program

When: May 21 – 7pm

Where: Winter Park Welcome Center

151 W. Lyman Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free; registration required

Contact: 407-599-3597

CENTRAL FLORIDA NIGHTS

What: learn to identify different constellations, planets, etc.

When: May 29 – 8:30pm

Where: Seminole County Community College Planetarium

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: $6

Contact: 407-708-2360

ETC

JOB FAIR

What: more than 70 employers – Central Florida Employment Council

When: May 20 – noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 E. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free; dress appropriately, bring resumes, no children

Contact: 407-834-4022

OASIS 22

What: sci-fi convention

When: May 22 - 24

Where: Sheraton Orlando Downtown

60 S. Ivanhoe Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $40 weekend pass; daily pass prices vary

Contact: 407-376-7359

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY

What: speakers, etc.

When: May 22 – 11am

Where: Starke Lake Gazebo

125 N. Lakeshore Drive

Ocoee

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-905-3100

ORLANDO CARNIVAL 2009

What: Massive island party with vendors, musicians and more, following a raucous parade around town

When: May 24 – 11am - midnight

Where: Festival Field at the Citrus Bowl

400 S. Rio Grande Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $10

Contact: www.OrlandoCarnivalAssociation.com

ON-GOING

SUNDAY STORYTIME

What: fun reading of a story for children

When: 1pm

Where: Barnes & Noble

2418 E. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-894-6024

FIRST THURSDAYS

What: a new art theme by local artists, live music, cash bar

When: 6 – 9pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free to OMA members; others $10

Contact: 407-896-4231

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

What: concerts in an outdoor setting

When: 7 – 9pm

Where: Cranes Roost Park

http://www.UptownAltamonte.com

Uptown Altamonte

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-571-8863

MOVIES IN THE PARK

What: outdoor screening on family favorites

When: Second Thursday’s

Where: Central Park at Lake Mary City Hall

100 Country Club Road

Lake Mary

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-324-3002

SECOND SUNDAYS – FILM SLAM

What: Indie and student filmmakers present short works, the audience selects winners

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free - $5

Contact: 407-629-0054

STORYTELLING AT LEU GARDENS

What: for 18 months to 5 years old

When: Third Monday – 10am

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-2620

THIRD THURSDAY’S

What: art in downtown Orlando at various locations from 6-9pm

Where: City Arts Factory (Orange & Pine)

The Office Gallery (47 E. Robinson)

A.K.A. Lounge (68 E. Pine)

Gallery at Avalon Island & Guinevere’s (Magnolia & Pine)

Cost: Free

PLAN AHEAD

ARTS ON THE EDGE

What: Live art demonstrations & music, plus handmade goods & food

When: May 28 – 7 - 10pm

Where: Infusion Tea

1600 Edgewater Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-999-5255

FARMERS’ MARKET ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

What: The Winter Park Farmers' Market rings in 30 years with games, prizes and the "Dress to Impress" dog show

When: May 30 – 9am - 1pm

Where: Winter Park Farmers Market

200 W. New England Ave.

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3334

ORCHID SHOW & SALE

What: supplies, books, education, sale

When: May 29 -30 – 10am - 4pm

31st – 11am – 4pm

Where: Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens

633 Osceola Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-299-8003

MINOR VEGETABLES CLASS

What: learn how to grow a wide assortment of vegetables

When: June 4 – 6 – 7:30pm

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Center

6021 S. Conway Rd.

Orlando

Cost: Free; registration required

Contact: 407-254-9200

DATE NIGHT AT LEU GARDENS

What: outdoor screening of a romantic movie

When: June 5 – 8:30pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $7 adult; $2 children; gates open at 6pm; bring picnic baskets, chairs, blankets

Contact: 407-246-2620

7TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY FAIR & PICNIC

What: the Winter Park Community Redevelopment Agency

When: June 6 – 11am - 2pm

Where: Shady Park

721 W. New England Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3506

SOL

What: The planetarium invites viewers to look directly at the sun in this show about our closest star

When: June 6 – 6 - 11pm

Where: Seminole Community College Planetarium

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: $6

Contact: 407-708-2360

ABOUT FACE

What: Local artists produce works based on human facial expressions, including the gallery's first photography submissions

When: June 6 – 7pm

Where: Uberbot

480 N. Orlando Ave. Ste. # 126

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-788-8237

MOVIE IN THE PARK

What: outdoor screening of Hotel for Dogs

When: June 6 – 8:30pm

Where: Bill Breeze Park

150 N. Lakeshore Drive

Ocoee

Cost: Free; opens at 7pm; bring lawn chairs & blankets

Contact: 407-905-3180

RETRO GAME NIGHT

What: classic board and video games, nostalgic treats, cash bar

When: June 12 – 7pm - midnight

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $5; must be at least 18 yrs old; retro attire encouraged

Contact: 407-836-7010

www.TheHistoryCenter.org

For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Winter Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for April ‘09

winter springs seminole county florida 32708 market sales stats april 2009

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Springs, Seminole County, Florida for April 2009. Winter Springs is made up of the zip code 32708. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

A couple of definitions are in order. The median sales price means that 50% of the homes sold for more and 50% of the homes sold for less during a certain period of time – in other words, it’s the midpoint of sale prices. So basically what this means, is that the median sales price is showing market activity in that it’s specifically indicating which price range is more active.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

The sales to list price ratio is just that, you’re dividing the average sales price by the average list price and coming up with a percentage that tells you how much of the list price the average homes sold for.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood, may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Additionally, these are only monthly statistics and to get a better scope of what is happening, you need to look at a longer period of time. More high-end homes might be sold in one month as opposed to another. By looking at a longer period, you will get a better overall picture. It is all relative and this has to be understood when utilizing these stats.

Single-Family Homes

21 homes sold during the month of April.

The average sales price is $231,919 with 136 days on the market.

The median sales price is $232,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 96%.

The most expensive home sold for $562,000 in St. Johns Landing and was on the market 304 days

The least expensive home sold for $93,000 in North Orlando Townsite after 86 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $259,130 with 130 days on the market on 23 sales, a decrease of 9%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 9% and a decrease in the median sales price of 9%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 11% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

winter springs seminole county florida 32708 single family home average and median sales price

winter springs seminole county florida 32708 single family home sales volume average and median sales price

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

7 homes sold

The average sales price was $113,114 with 155 days on the market.

The median sales price was $106,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 89%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $174,000 in The Landings at Parkstone and was on the market 57 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $65,000 in Baytree Village after 197 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $176,000 with 142 days on the market on 6 sales, a 17% increase.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 3% and an increase in the median sales price of 3%. There was an increase in sales volume of 40% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

winter springs seminole county florida 32708 condo townhome and villa average and median sales price

winter springs seminole county florida 32708 condo townhome and villa sales volume average and median sales price

For information on Winter Springs and Seminole County real estate and Winter Springs and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Winter Springs and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Winter Springs and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for April ‘09

winter park seminole and orange county florida 32789 and 32792 market sales stats april 2009

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for April 2009. Winter Park is made up of the zip codes of 32789 & 32792. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

A couple of definitions are in order. The median sales price means that 50% of the homes sold for more and 50% of the homes sold for less during a certain period of time – in other words, it’s the midpoint of sale prices. So basically what this means, is that the median sales price is showing market activity in that it’s specifically indicating which price range is more active.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

The sales to list price ratio is just that, you’re dividing the average sales price by the average list price and coming up with a percentage that tells you how much of the list price the average homes sold for.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood, may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Additionally, these are only monthly statistics and to get a better scope of what is happening, you need to look at a longer period of time. More high-end homes might be sold in one month as opposed to another. By looking at a longer period, you will get a better overall picture. It is all relative and this has to be understood when utilizing these stats.

Single-Family Homes

40 homes sold during the month of April.

The average sales price is $309,995 with 179 days on the market.

The median sales price is $217,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive home sold for $1.17M in Villa View Park after 220 days on the market.

The least expensive home sold for $64,000 in Lake Bell Terrace after 69 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $557,572 with 154 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 25 sales, an increase of 60%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 3% and a decrease in the median sales price of 1%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 14% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

winter park seminole and orange county florida 32789 and 32792 single family home average and median sales price

winter park seminole and orange county florida 32789 and 32792 single family home sales volume average and median sales price

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

21 homes sold

The average sales price was $183,545 with 182 days on the market.

The median sales price was $156,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 96%.

The most expensive condo sold for $649,000 in Douglas Grand and was new construction.

The least expensive sold for $34,511 in Winter Park Woods Condos after 154 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $258,148 with 219 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 20 sales, an increase of 5%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 86% and an increase in the median sales price of 108%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 40% with a 4% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

winter park seminole and orange county florida 32789 and 32792 condo townhome and villa average and median sales price

winter park seminole and orange county florida 32789 and 32792 condo townhome and villa sales volume average and median sales price

For information on Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County real estate and Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Windermere, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for April ‘09

windermere orange county florida 34786 market sales stats april 2009

The following are the market sales statistics for Windermere, Orange County, Florida for April 2009. Windermere is made up of the zip code 34786. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

A couple of definitions are in order. The median sales price means that 50% of the homes sold for more and 50% of the homes sold for less during a certain period of time – in other words, it’s the midpoint of sale prices. So basically what this means, is that the median sales price is showing market activity in that it’s specifically indicating which price range is more active.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

The sales to list price ratio is just that, you’re dividing the average sales price by the average list price and coming up with a percentage that tells you how much of the list price the average homes sold for.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood, may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Additionally, these are only monthly statistics and to get a better scope of what is happening, you need to look at a longer period of time. More high-end homes might be sold in one month as opposed to another. By looking at a longer period, you will get a better overall picture. It is all relative and this has to be understood when utilizing these stats.

Single-Family Homes

44 homes sold during the month of April.

The average sales price is $443,056 with 154 days on the market.

The median sales price is $280,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $2.425M in Chaine du Lax and was on the market 81 days.

The least expensive home sold for $177,000 in Lakes of Windermere after 97 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $657,285 with 156 days on the market on 23 sales, an increase of 91%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 16% and a decrease in the median sales price of 13%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 13% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

windermere orange county florida 34786 single family home average and median sales price

windermere orange county florida 34786 single family home sales volume average and median sales price

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

6 homes sold.

The average sales price is $139,000 with 224 days on the market.

The median sales price is $140,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The more expensive townhome sold for $160,000 in Tennyson Park at Summerport and was on the market 226 days.

The less expensive condo sold for $107,000 in Lakeside at Lakes of Windermere after 468 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $180,932 with 104 days on the market on 3 sales, an increase of 100%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 6% and a decrease in the median sales price of 5%. Yet, there was also an increase in sales volume of 200% with a 2% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

windermere orange county florida 34786 condo townhome and villa average and median sales price

windermere orange county florida 34786 condo townhome and villa sales volume average and median sales price

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