What’s Happening in Central Florida - November 18, 2008

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.

THEATER & FILM

A VERY SPECIAL EVENING WITH GARRISON KEILLOR

What: creator of A Prairie Home Companion

When: November 24 - 7:30pm

Where: Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre

Livingston

Orlando

Contact: 407-839-3900 - Ticketmaster

FUNDRAISER

GIVE HOPE & HOLD'EM GALA

What: benefits Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital et al. Gambling,

entertainment, food, drinks, live & silent auctions, raffles,

prizes, gift bags, etc.

When: November 22 - 7pm - midnight

Where: Church Street Station Ballroom

225 S. Garland Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $75 gala; $100 gala + poker

Contact: 407-733-6383

HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

FESTIVAL OF TREES

What: designer decorated trees, wreaths, toyland town, etc.

When: thru November 23 - 10am - 5pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $10 adults; 6 children

Contact: 407-896-4231 x 254

FOOD

VEGAN THANKSGIVING

What: Compassionate Thanksgiving potluck dinner by the Animal

Rights Foundation of Florida w/children's games &

entertainment

When: November 23 - 2pm

Where: Mead Garden

1300 S. Denning Drive

Winter Park

Cost: Reservations required - $5 with a dish; 10 without

Contact: 407-617-5572

EDUCATION

BUSINESS & LEGAL STUDIES OPEN HOUSE

What: info about certificate & degree programs, scholarships,

employment opportunities

When: November 20 - 6 - 8pm

Where: Seminole County Community College

Automotive Tech Showroom

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-708-2165

ETC

POP GO THE WIGGLES LIVE

When: November 20 - 3 & 6:30pm

Where: Amway Arena

600 W. Amelia St.

Orlando

Cost: $18 - 38

Contact: 407-839-3900

FIELD TRIP - HIKE THROUGH THE ECON

What: 3 mile hike through the Econ River Wilderness Area

sponsored by the Orange Audubon Society. Bring water,

lunch, sun & insect protection & birding gear.

When: November 22 - 7:30am

Where: Winn Dixie

1021 Lockwood Blvd.

Oviedo

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-851-5416

PLANT AND CRAFT SALE

What: with horticulture speaker @ 11am & floral design

demonstration @ 1pm

When: November 22 - 9am - 3pm

Where: Orlando Garden Club

710 E. Rollins St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-422-6284

TCA TRAIN SHOW

What: model train expo

When: November 22 - 11am - 4pm

Where: Maitland Civic Center

641 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $5 adults; children under 11 - free

Contact: 407-260-8599

ON-GOING

JUSTICE ILLUMINATED: THE ART OF ARTHUR SZYK

When: M-Th - 9am - 4pm

Fri - 9am - 1pm

Sun - 1pm - 4pm

Where: Holocaust Memorial Research and Education Center of CF

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-628-0555

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

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

HOLDIDAY HARBOR NIGHTS

What: live jazz, wine & food tastings

When: November 28 - 6:30pm

Where: Portofino Bay Hotel

5601 Universal Blvd

Orlando

Cost: $35

Contact: 407-503-1200

ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT

When: November 30- 6m

Where: Central Park

Park Avenue

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: http://www.orlandophil.org

CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK

What: performance by the Back Festival Choir

When: December 4 - 6 - 8pm

Where: Central Park

Park Avenue

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-645-5311

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of Gremlins

When: December 5 - 7pm

Where: Central Park

Park Avenue

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-629-0054

DATE NIGHT AT LEU GARDENS

What: outdoor screening of White Christmas

When: December 5 - 8:30pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $7 adults; 2 children

Contact: 407-246-2620

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!

What’s Happening in Central Florida - November 11, 2008

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.

THEATER & FILM

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of Labyrinth

When: November 13 – 7pm

Where: Central Park

Park Ave

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-629-0054

MOVIE UNDER THE STARS

What: outdoor screening of Casablanca

When: November 14 – 8pm

Where: Avalon Park

13001 Founder’s Square Dr.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-658-6565

CENTRAL FLORIDA JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL

When: November 16 – 17

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $10 single screening; 35 - 60 four screening passes

Contact: 407-629-1088

FOOD

ALIVE AFTER 5 – OKTOBERFEST IN NOVEMBER

What: street party with music, food, wine, beer & art

When: November 13 – 5pm

Where: Downtown Sanford

1^st Street

Sanford

Cost: Free; 5 to sample food, wine & beer at participating shops

9^TH ANNUAL TASTE OF ORLANDO

What: food, chili cook-off, music, business expo

When: November 15 – 11am - 3pm

Where: Waterford Lakes Town Center

413 N. Alafaya Trail

Orlando

Cost: adults - $10 advance, 12 day of event; children 3-10 - $5

Contact: 407-737-2866

ORLANDO FOOD & WINE FEST

When: November 15 – noon – 9pm

16^th – noon – 6pm

http://www.OrlandoFoodandWineFest.com

Where: Lake Eola Park

1 N. Rosalind Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $10 advance; 15 at the gate – both good for both days

Contact: 407-647-5557

ETC

JOB FAIR

What: more than 100 employers – bring resumes & dress

professionally

When: November 12 – noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free; no children allowed

Contact: 407-834-4022

CEMETERY MOONLIGHT TOUR

What: 2 mile walk along paved roads through the cemetery

When: November 14 – 9pm

Where: Greenwood Cemetery

1603 Greenwood St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-325-6269

9^TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY ART SALE

What: original artwork by faculty & students – photography,

scultures, jewelry, paintings & drawings, ceramics, etc.

When: November 15 – 9am - 5pm

16^th 11am – 4pm

Where: Crealde School of Art

600 St. Andrews Blvd.

Winter Park

Cost: Free – a portion of the proceeds benefit the school

Contact: 407-671-1886

MOTORCYCLE POKER RUN

What: benefit The Victim Service Center of Orange County – 127

mile ride through Orange, Brevard, Volusia & Seminole

counties stopping at businesses along the way; ending at

Gators Riverside in Sanford with food, music, massages,

raffles.

When: November 15 – 9:30am

Where: East Orlando Harley

11898 Lake Underhill Road

Orlando

Cost: $25 per bike & 10 per passenger

Contact: 407-228-6050

FISHING AND BOAT SHOW

What: seminars, demonstrations, boats & tackle sale

When: November 15 – 10am - 6pm

16^th – 10am – 5pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: $8 adults; free children 12 & under with a parent

Contact: 407-295-3247

TURKEY TROT

What: family friendly games and storytelling

When: November 16 – noon - 5pm

Where: Dr. Phillips Marketplace

Della Drive Circle

Orlando

Cost: $15 - 25

Contact: 407-239-7411

CANDLE LIGHTING CENTRAL FLORIDA

What: 30+ community organizations present a program for those

coping with major loss with speakers & suggestions for the

holidays

When: November 16 – 5 - 7pm

Where: Maitland Civic Center

641 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-691-4579

ON-GOING

JUSTICE ILLUMINATED: THE ART OF ARTHUR SZYK

When: M-Th – 9am – 4pm

Fri – 9am – 1pm

Sun – 1pm – 4pm

Where: Holocaust Memorial Research and Education Center of CF

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-628-0555

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

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

POP GO THE WIGGLES LIVE

When: November 20 – 3 & 6:30pm

Where: Amway Arena

600 W. Amelia St.

Orlando

Cost: $18 - 38

Contact: 407-839-3900

FIELD TRIP – HIKE THROUGH THE ECON

What: 3 mile hike through the Econ River Wilderness Area

sponsored by the Orange Audubon Society. Bring water,

lunch, sun & insect protection & birding gear.

When: November 22 – 7:30am

Where: Winn Dixie

1021 Lockwood Blvd.

Oviedo

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-851-5416

TCA TRAIN SHOW

What: model train expo

When: November 22 – 11am - 4pm

Where: Maitland Civic Center

641 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $5 adults; children under 11 - free

Contact: 407-260-8599

GIVE HOPE & HOLD’EM GALA

What: benefits Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital et al. Gambling,

entertainment, food, drinks, live & silent auctions, raffles,

prizes, gift bags, etc.

When: November 22 – 7pm - midnight

Where: Church Street Station Ballroom

225 S. Garland Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $75 gala; $100 gala + poker

Contact: 407-733-6383

A VERY SPECIAL EVENING WITH GARRISON KEILLOR

What: creator of A Prairie Home Companion

When: November 24 – 7:30pm

Where: Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre

Livingston

Orlando

Contact: 407-839-3900 - Ticketmaster

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!

Orlando, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Orlando, Orange County, Florida for October 2008. Orlando is made up of a multitude of zip codes. 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

409 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $219,605 with 147 days on the market.

The median sales price is $186,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $1.4M in Venezia and was new construction.

The least expensive home sold for $15,000 in Angebilt after 72 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $291,277 with 132 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 366 sales, an increase of 11.8%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 33% and a decrease in the median sales price of 29.6%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 6.7% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

112 homes sold

The average sales price was $133,864 with 160 days on the market.

The median sales price was $108,950.

The sales to list price ratio is 91%.

The most expensive villa sold for $875,000 in Renaissance at Lake Ivanhoe and was on the market 204 days.

The least expensive sold for $25,000 in Avalon Condo after 211 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $259,262 with 122 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 112 sales.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 201% and an increase in the median sales price of 1.9%. Yet, there was also an increase in sales volume of 80% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Orlando 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 October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Springs, Seminole County, Florida for October 2008. 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

27 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $272,271 with 157 days on the market.

The median sales price is $225,100.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $560,000 in Tuscawilla and was on the market 425 days

The least expensive home sold for $89,200 in Wildwood after 55 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $270,539 with 104 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 23 sales, an increase of 17%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 7.8% and a decrease in the median sales price of 1%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 12.5% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

6 homes sold

The average sales price was $146,333 with 87 days on the market.

The median sales price was $212,090.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive condo sold for $191,000 in Heritage Commons and was new construction.

The least expensive condo sold for $77,000 in Moss Cove after 186 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $154,475 with 139 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 4 sales, an increase of 50%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 25% and a decrease in the median sales price of 22.2%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 200% with a 4% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

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 October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for October 2008. 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

20 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $279,879 with 131 days on the market.

The median sales price is $191,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $820,000 in Green Terrace and was on the market 421 days

The least expensive home sold for $130,500 in Woodcrest after 116 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $604,824 with 162 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 29 sales, a decrease of 31%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 6.2% and a decrease in the median sales price of 10%. There was also a decrease in sales volume of 20% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

12 homes sold

The average sales price was $195,124 with 227 days on the market.

The median sales price was $137,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive sold for $675,000 in Casa Jardin Condo and was on the market 416 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $100,000 in Four Seasons after 74 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $439,500 (2 condos sold for over $1M) with 116 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 92% on 8 sales, an increase of 50%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 21.9% and an increase in the median sales price of 10%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 20% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

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 October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Windermere, Orange County, Florida for October 2008. 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

32 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $413271 with 196 days on the market.

The median sales price is $375,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $1M in Keenes Point and was on the market 452 days

The least expensive home sold for $207,500 in Lakes of Windermere after 231 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $929,723 with 168 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 13 sales, an increase of 246%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 33% and a decrease in the median sales price of 29.6%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 6.7% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

9 homes sold

The average sales price was $345,834 with 112 days on the market.

The median sales price was $160,888.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive villa sold for $1.8M in Isleworth and was on the market 230 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $150,000 in Lakeside at Lakes of Windermere after 94 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $210,478 with 76 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 8 sales, an increase of 12.5%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 201% and an increase in the median sales price of 1.9%. Yet, there was also an increase in sales volume of 80% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Windermere and Orange County real estate and Windermere and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Windermere and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Windermere 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!

Sanford, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Sanford, Seminole County, Florida for October 2008. Sanford is made up of the zip codes of 32773 & 32771. 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

31 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $195,831 with 141 days on the market.

The median sales price is $185,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $395,000 in Lake Forest and was on the market 64 days.

The least expensive home sold for $46,700 in Seminole Park after 103 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $303,985 with 132 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 92% on 25 sales, an increase of 24%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 22.6% and a decrease in the median sales price of 11.9%. There was also a decrease in sales volume of 42.6% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

5 homes sold

The average sales price was $122,869 with 108 days on the market.

The median sales price was $105,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 90%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $189,945 in Savannah Park at Heathrow and was new construction.

The least expensive sold for $82,500 in Placid Lake Townhomes after 42 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $176,667 with 72 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 13 sales, a decrease of 61.6%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 4.2% and a decrease in the median sales price of 14.3%. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 50% with a 4% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Sanford and Seminole County real estate and Sanford and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Sanford and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Sanford 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.

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Oviedo, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida for October 2008. Oviedo is made up of the zip codes of 32765 & 32766, which is partly considered Chuluota. 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

41 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $280,541 with 101 days on the market.

The median sales price is $240,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $965,000 in Villages at Kingsbridge West and was on the market 156 days

The least expensive home sold for $141,000 in Alafaya Woods with 57 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $337,413 with 143 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 43 sales, a decrease of 4.7%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 3.4% and a decrease in the median sales price of less than 1%. There was also a decrease in sales volume of 10.9% with a 2% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

17 homes sold

The average sales price was $157,444 with 96 days on the market.

The median sales price was $167,500.

The sales to list price ratio averages out to be 96%.

The most expensive condo sold for $226,020 in Oviedo Park Townhomes and was new construction.

The least expensive condo sold for $47,000 in Villas at Lakeside after 21 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $195,600 with 56 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 3 sales, an increase of 567%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 4.2% and a decrease in the median sales price of 11%. There was an increase in sales volume of 567% with a 4% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Oviedo and Seminole County real estate and Oviedo and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Oviedo and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Oviedo 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!

Maitland, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Maitland, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for October 2008. Maitland is made up of the zip code 32751. For purposes of this analysis we will be 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

7 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $333,857 with 173 days on the market.

The median sales price is $360,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 92%.

The most expensive home sold for $509,000 in Dommerich Estates and was on the market 82 days

The least expensive home sold for $116,000 in Hamlet at Maitland after 272 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $256,137 with 151 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 92% on 12 sales, a decrease of 41.7%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 12.5% with a 14.3% increase in the median sales price. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 36.4% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

4 homes sold

The average sales price was $95,267 with 87 days on the market.

The median sales price was $103,034.

The sales to list price ratio is 97%.

The most expensive sold for $125,000 in Visconti East Condo and was on the market 280 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $50,000 in Carrington Park after 74 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $156,360 with 120 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 5 sales, a 20% decrease.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 25.5% and a decrease in the median sales price of 20.7%. There was no change in sales volume with a 4% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Maitland and Seminole and Orange County real estate and Maitland and Seminole and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Maitland and Seminole and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Maitland 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!

Longwood, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for October ‘08

The following are the market sales statistics for Longwood, Seminole County, Florida for October 2008. Longwood is made up of the zip codes of 32779 & 32750. 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

27 homes sold during the month of October.

The average sales price is $617,509 with 191 days on the market.

The median sales price is $275,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive home sold for $7,779,999 in Lake Club and was new construction.

The least expensive home sold for $142,000 in Longwood North after 104 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $401,047 with 113 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 27 sales.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 92% and an increase in the median sales price of 5.8%. Excluding the most expensive home that sold, the average sales price is $342,028 & the median sales price $265K; thus, yielding increases of 6.4% and 2%, respectively. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 18.2% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

4 homes sold

The average sales price was $151,950 with 41 days on the market.

The median sales price was $151,400.

The sales to list price ratio is 99%.

The most expensive sold for $245,000 in Wekiva Hunt Club Condo and was on the market 60 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $60,000 in Springwood Village after 135 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $196,316 with 135 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 6 sales, a decrease of 33%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 20.6% and a decrease in the median sales price of 23%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 33% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Longwood and Seminole County real estate and Longwood and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Longwood and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Longwood 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!