Thursday, January 22, 2009

Tuska Ridge, Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida 32765 - Homes For Sale

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Tuska Ridge is a community on the Western corner of Oviedo in Seminole County and comprises of 382 custom built single-family executive homes off of Red Bug Lake Road and mostly built in the 90’s.



Tuska Ridge are centrally located just minutes from the Central Florida Greeneway (SR 417) as well as shopping in the Oviedo Marketplace area.



Tuska Ridge is a great place to call home!






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 Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker



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



Marc It Sold!

Highcroft Pointe Townhomes, Longwood, Seminole County, Florida 32779 For Sale

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Highcroft Pointe Townhomes is a gated community in the NorthWest corner of Seminole County and comprises of 74 townhomes with garages built in 2005.



Highcroft Pointe Townhomes are centrally located in Longwood at the corner of Wekiva Springs Road and E. Lake Brantley Road.



Highcroft Pointe Townhomes is a great place to call home!







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!

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - January 21, 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.

THEATER

PLAYFEST

What: the Harriett Lake Festival of new plays, readings, workshops, etc.

When: January 23 – February 1

www.OrlandoShakes.org

Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center @ Loch Haven Cultural Park

812 E. Rollins St.

Orlando

Cost: Call Box Office

Contact: 407-447-1700

FIVE BY DESIGN

What: skits, songs, etc.

When: January 24 – 2 & 8pm

www.OrlandoPhil.org

Where: Bob Carr Performing Arts Center

401 W. Livingston St.

Orlando

Cost: $13 - 65

Contact: 407-770-0071

LITERARY

PROFESSIONAL SCRIPT WRITING WORKSHOP

What: screenplay writer Alyn Darnay with discuss his book

When: January 22 – 7pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7483

FRIENDS OF THE ORANGE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM BOOK SALE

What: hardcover, paperback, magazines, videos, cd’s & tapes

When: January 23 - 24 – 10am – 5pm

25th – 1 – 4:30pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7481

ETC

MONSTER JAM

What: monster truck rally

When: January 24 – 7:30pm

Where: Florida Citrus Bowl

1610 W. Church St.

Orlando

Cost: $15 - 20

Contact: 407-849-2020

JOB FAIR

What: with more than 70 employers

When: January 28 – noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free; bring resumes & dress professionally; no children

Contact: 407-834-4022

ON-GOING

“CHILDREN OF THE HOLOCAUST” EXHIBIT

What: artwork by Miriam Brysk

When: Mon - Thurs – 9am - 4pm

Fri – 9am – 1pm

Sun – 1pm – 4pm

Where: Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of CFL

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-628-0555

BEGINNING RACEWALKING

What: Orange County Parks & Rec Division West Orange Trail

When: Mondays – 5 - 6pm

Where: Chapin Station

501 Crown Point Cross Road

Winter Garden

Cost: Free; advanced registration required

Contact: 407-654-1108

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

FLOIRDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING

What: landscaping and irrigation while protecting our natural resources

When: January 29 – 7 - 9pm

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension

6021 S. Conway Road

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-254-9224

CHILI COOK-OFF

What: benefitting the American Cancer Society Relay for Life

When: January 30 – 6pm

Where: Winter Garden City Hall

300 W. Plant St.

Winter Garden

Cost: $5 adults, 2.50 children

Contact: 407-656-4111 x 2266

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLE SALE

What: The Maitland Women’s Club with 60 vendors & food available

When: January 31 – 8am - 3pm

Where: Maitland Civic Center

641 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-830-6373

SAFE BOATING

What: presented by US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 4-11 – meets the requirements for Youth Boating certification

When: February 7 – 8:30am – 4:30pm

Where: Veteran Affairs Clinic

5201 Raymond St.

Orlando

Cost: $35

Contact: 407-876-2977

ECO-NOMIC LIVING EXPO

What: vendors, innovative products, prizes, workshops for adults & children

When: February 7 – 10am - 2pm

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension

6021 S. Conway Road

Orlando

Cost: Free; must register by 2/3

Contact: 407-254-9200

CPR FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY DAY

What: CPR training by CPR Assoc. of America for heart month

When: February 14 – 9am to noon

Where: Florida Hospital AHA Training Center

201 Park Place – Ste. 321

Altamonte Springs

Cost: Free; registration deadline 2/11

Contact: 407-829-3344

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!

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - January 13, 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

ART AFTER HOURS

What: photos by local photographers

When: January 16 – 7pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free; reservations deadline 1/14

Contact: 407-835-7481

CHILDREN

WIGGLE & GIGGLE

What: children’s show with Mr. Richard

When: January 18 – 10am

Where: Jewish Community Center

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-645-5933

HISTORY

INAUGURATION DAY

What: watch the inauguration of our 44th President

When: January 20 – noon

Where: Winter Park Public Library – Community Room

460 E. New England Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free; bring your lunch or purchase in the cafe

Contact: 407-623-3300

LANDSCAPING

ORGANIC GARDENING

When: January 15 – 6 – 7:30pm

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension

6021 S. Conway Road

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-254-9200

CAMELLIA SHOW & SALE

What: The Camellia Society of Central Florida’s annual show

When: January 17 & 18 – 9am - 5pm

17th – 7am – 10am - enter blooms for judging

10am – 1pm – judging

10am – 2pm both days – garden tours

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-2620

HOME LANDSCAPING

What: Tom MacCubbin will present

When: January 20 – 6:30 - 8pm

Where: FL Federation Garden Club

1300 S. Denning Dr.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-5770

AUTHORS

BRIGIT PEGEEN KELLY

What: reading and discussion by the poet & author of The Orchard

When: January 29 – 8pm

Where: Rollins College – Tiedtke Concert Hall

1000 Holt Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-646-2666

ETC.

CANCER RESEARCH BRIEFING

What: Dr. Kristina Vuori of the Burnham Institute

When: January 14 – 6:30pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-745-2073

OTRONICON

What: video gaming expo

When: January 16 & 17 – 10am – midnight

18 & 19 – 10am – 10pm

Where: Orlando Science Center

777 E. Princeton St.

Orlando

Cost: $17 adults; $12 age 12 or younger

Contact: 407-514-2000

UNITY HERITAGE FESTIVAL

What: honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.

When: January 18-19 – 10am – 5:30pm

Where: Shady Park

721 W. New England Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-599-3470

ON-GOING

“CHILDREN OF THE HOLOCAUST” EXHIBIT

What: artwork by Miriam Brysk

When: Mon - Thurs – 9am - 4pm

Fri – 9am – 1pm

Sun – 1pm – 4pm

Where: Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of CFL

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-628-0555

CREATIVE CUPCAKES

What: celebrate national lemon cupcake day & learn trade tricks

When: various dates through December

Where: various locations at the Orange County Library System

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7481

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

MONSTER JAM

What: monster truck rally

When: January 24 – 7:30pm

Where: Florida Citrus Bowl

1610 W. Church St.

Orlando

Cost: $15 - 20

Contact: 407-849-2020

FLOIRDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING

What: landscaping and irrigation while protecting our natural resources

When: January 29 – 7 - 9pm

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension

6021 S. Conway Road

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-254-9224

SAFE BOATING

What: presented by US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 4-11 – meets the requirements for Youth Boating certification

When: February 7 – 8:30am – 4:30pm

Where: Veteran Affairs Clinic

5201 Raymond St.

Orlando

Cost: $35

Contact: 407-876-2977

ECO-NOMIC LIVING EXPO

What: vendors, innovative products, prizes, workshops for adults & children

When: February 7 – 10am - 2pm

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension

6021 S. Conway Road

Orlando

Cost: Free; must register by 2/3

Contact: 407-254-9200

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 December ‘08

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The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Springs, Seminole County, Florida for December 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

23 homes sold during the month of December.

The average sales price is $220,495 with 150 days on the market.

The median sales price is $194,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 91%.

The most expensive home sold for $527,000 in Citrus Oaks and was on the market 49 days

The least expensive home sold for $65,000 in Deersong after 303 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $393,870 with 181 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 93% on 31 sales, a decrease of 26%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 4% and an increase in the median sales price of 3%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 15% with a 3% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

4 homes sold

The average sales price was $138,475 with 100 days on the market.

The median sales price was $142,450.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $150,000 in Harbor Winds and was new construction.

The least expensive sold for $119,000 in Casa Park Villas after 187 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $155,600 with 146 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 5 sales, a decrease of 20%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 10% and a decrease in the median sales price of 13%. There was no change in sales volume with a 2% increase 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 December ‘08

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

33 homes sold during the month of December.

The average sales price is $461,007 with 141 days on the market.

The median sales price is $195,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive home sold for $2.725M in Golfview Terrace after 474 days on the market.

The least expensive home sold for $117,200 after 48 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $501,194 with 244 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 29 sales, a decrease of 14%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 48.5% and an increase in the median sales price of 22.6%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 43.5% with a 4% decrease in the sales to list price ratio. The increase in sales prices can be attributed to 4 homes selling for more than $1M this month.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

14 homes sold

The average sales price was $153,676 with 144 days on the market.

The median sales price was $133,400.

The sales to list price ratio is 92%.

The most expensive sold for $340,000 in Townhomes at Indiana Place and was on the market 66 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $69,900 in Four Seasons after 133 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $199,119 with 203 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 97% on 7 sales, an increase of 200%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 41.7% and an increase in the median sales price of 43.4%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 56% with a 6% increase in the sales to list price ratio. The decrease in average sales price was noted as increase last month and can be attributed to the $1.2M sale in November.


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 December ‘08

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The following are the market sales statistics for Windermere, Orange County, Florida for December 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

36 homes sold during the month of December.

The average sales price is $467,075 with 177 days on the market.

The median sales price is $304,950.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive home sold for $1.695M in Bellaria and was new construction.

The least expensive home sold for $212,000 in Lakes of Windermere Peachtree after 79 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $885,753 with 145 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 26 sales, an increase of 38.5%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 28% and a decrease in the median sales price of 24%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 20% with a 2% increase in the sales to list price ratio. The sales price changes can be attributed to the fact that the there were 6 properties which sold for more than $1M topping at $3.1M the previous month.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

7 homes sold

The average sales price was $544,379 with 331 days on the market.

The median sales price was $151,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive villa sold for $2,687,500 in Gardens of Isleworth and was new construction.

The least expensive townhome sold for $135,000 in Summerport after 710 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $200,728 with 81 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 92% on 10 sales, a decrease of 30%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 353% and an increase in the median sales price of 32%. Yet, there was also an increase in sales volume of 233% with no change in the sales to list price ratio. The increase in the sales figures represents the fact that a villa had sold for over $2.5M.


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!

Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for December ‘08

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The following are the market sales statistics for Seminole County, Florida for December 2008. 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

217 homes sold during the month of December.

The average sales price is $260,499 with 145 days on the market.

The median sales price is $202,800.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive home sold for $2.2M in Lake Markham Preserve in Sanford and was on the market 546 days.

The least expensive home sold for $23,500 in Ginderville Heights in Sanford after 69 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $314,627 with 169 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 212 sales an increase of 2.4%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 6% and a decrease in the median sales price of 1%. There was an increase in sales volume of 34% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

63 homes sold

The average sales price was $137,619 with 124 days on the market.

The median sales price was $145,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive sold for $280,000 at Park Maitland Villas and was on the market 478 days.

The least expensive sold for $32,500 at Regency Park at Lake Mary Condo after 154 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $190,271 with 112 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 89 sales, a decrease of 29%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 8.6% and an increase in the median sales price of 2.5%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 34% with a 4% increase in the sales to list price ratio.


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

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

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The following are the market sales statistics for Sanford, Seminole County, Florida for December 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

38 homes sold during the month of December.

The average sales price is $287,232 with 164 days on the market.

The median sales price is $160,450.

The sales to list price ratio is 92%.

The most expensive home sold for $2.2M in the Lake Markham Preserve and was new construction.

The least expensive home sold for $23,500 in Ginderville Heights after 69 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $253,552 with 195 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 37 sales, an increase of 2.7%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 27.3% and a decrease in the median sales price of 5.6%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 52% with a 5% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

11 homes sold

The average sales price was $139,099 with 120 days on the market.

The median sales price was $151,935.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $254,465 in Terracina at Lake Forest and was new construction.

The least expensive sold for $88,500 in El Ad Arbor Lakes Condo after 116 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $186,840 with 139 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 97% on 16 sales, a decrease of 31.2%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 5.5% and a decrease in the median sales price of 11.1%. Yet, there was no change in sales volume with a 2% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

It should be noted that 8 properties that closed are new construction.


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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