Sunday, February 15, 2009

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

windermere orange county florida 34787 market sales statistics

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

19 homes sold during the month of January.

The average sales price is $558,764 with 133 days on the market.

The median sales price is $249,900.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $2.45M in Sunset Bay and was on the market 122 days.

The least expensive home sold for $197,500 in Summerport after 57 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $1,486,944 with 166 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 16 sales, an increase of 19%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 20% and a decrease in the median sales price of 18%. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 48% with a 2% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

4 homes sold

The average sales price was $154,157 with 89 days on the market.

The median sales price was $151,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 91%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $166,628 in Wickham Park and was new construction.

The least expensive townhome sold for $147,000 in Edens Hammock at Summerport after 72 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $198,190 with 84 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 5 sales, a decrease of 20%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 72% and an increase in the median sales price of less than 1%. Yet, there was also a decrease in sales volume of 25% with a 2% decrease in the sales to list price ratio. The decrease in the average sales figure represents the fact that a villa had sold for over $2.5M the previous month.


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!

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

winter park seminole and orange county florida 32792 and 32789 market sales statistics

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

15 homes sold during the month of January.

The average sales price is $787,893 with 185 days on the market.

The median sales price is $287,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 92%.

The most expensive home sold for $5.6M in Preserve Point at Windsong after 8 days on the market.

The least expensive home sold for $95,000 in Winter Park Pines after 61 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $361,722 with 174 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 27 sales, a decrease of 46%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 71% and an increase in the median sales price of 47%. There was also a decrease in sales volume of 46% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio. The increase in sales prices can be attributed to a home selling for $5.6M this month.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

6 homes sold

The average sales price was $86,333 with 104 days on the market.

The median sales price was $61,750.

The sales to list price ratio is 85%.

The most expensive condo sold for $225,000 in The Cloisters and was on the market 114 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $42,000 in The Stratford after 141 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $725,686 with 182 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 98% on 6 sales.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 44% and a decrease in the median sales price of 54%. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 57% with a 7% decrease 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!

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

winter springs seminole county florida 32708 market sales statistics

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

11 homes sold during the month of January.

The average sales price is $213,136 with 89 days on the market.

The median sales price is $179,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $415,000 in Forest Creek Estates and was on the market 336 days

The least expensive home sold for $72,000 in Deersong after 55 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $266,272 with 175 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 11 sales.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 3.3% and a decrease in the median sales price of 7.7%. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 52% with a 4% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

5 homes sold

The average sales price was $141,198 with 181 days on the market.

The median sales price was $153,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 90%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $182,000 in Heritage Commons and was new construction.

The least expensive condo sold for $39,000 in Sheoah after 532 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $150,600 with 195 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 5 sales.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 2% and an increase in the median sales price of 7.4%. There was an increase in sales volume of 25% 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!

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - February 10, 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

ARTFEST

What: arts & cultural events

www.RedChairProject.com

When: February 6 - 15

Where: 75 venues in 4 counties by 83 organizations

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-363-5816

HEALTH

FIT FOR LIFE

What: various classes & programs including Heart, Health & You, etc.

When: throughout February – click link for schedule

http://www.ocls.info/Programs/default.asp?bhcp=1

Where: Orange County Public Library System – various locations

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7320

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

HEART & VASCULAR DISEASE SYMPOSIUM

What: causes, risk factors, free health assessments

When: February 14 – 10am - 2pm

Where: Orlando Regional Medical Center

1414 Kuhl Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 321-843-2584

FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION SERVICES SEMINAR

When: February 16 – 6 – 7:30pm

Where: Family Services of Metro Orlando

2600 Technology Drive – Ste. 250

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-398-7334

ADOPTION PROGRAM

What: presented by Adoption Services of Central Florida

When: February 17 – 6 - 8pm

Where: Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando

2100 Lee Road

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-478-1504

CARING FOR A CHILD-RELATIVE IN THE HOME

What: seminars & services available to Orange & Osceola County residents

When: February 18 – 10am

Where: Kids Hope United

5402 Diplomat Circle

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-367-1213

LANDSCAPING

ATTRACT WILD BIRDS

What: learn how to attract them to your yard & what to feed them

When: February 11 – 6pm

Where: Edgewater Library

5049 Edgewater Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

SPRING LANDSCAPE DESIGN

What: learn to establish a landscape to fit your lifestyle

When: February 12, 19, 26 – 7 - 9pm

Where: Univ. of FL Mid-Florida Research and Education Center

2725 S. Binion Road

Apopka

Cost: $20 including course guide & drawing supplies

Contact: 407-254-9200

SUCCESSFUL HOME GARDENING

What: Master Gardner Ed Thralls talks about basic warm season vegetable gardening

When: February 13 – 1:30pm

Where: Maitland Public Library

501 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-647-7700

VEGETABLE GARDENING

What: basics of warm season vegetable gardening

When: February 14 – 9 – 10:30am

Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension

6021 S. Conway Road

Orlando

Cost: Free; must register

Contact: 407-254-9200

ETC

ANTHROPOLOGICAL LECTURE

What: Crystal River archaeological site presented by Richard Estabrook

When: February 12 – 7pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-699-9861

AMATEUR RADION AND COMPUTER SHOW

What: 150 vendors & 400 swap tables

When: February 13 – noon - 7pm

14th – 9am – 6pm

15th – 9am – 2pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-814-0434

15TH ANNUAL PAWS IN THE PARK

What: contests, vendors, etc. for homeless animals in Central Florida

When: February 14 – 8:30am - 1pm

Where: Lake Eola Park

1 N. Rosalind Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-248-1758

VALENTINE BIG BAND DANCE

What: by the Altamonte Springs Leisure Services & Altamonte Springs Jazz Ensemble

When: February 15 – 7 - 10pm

Where: Eastmonte Park

830 Magnolia Drive

Altamonte Springs

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-322-7528

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

ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE

What: furniture, paintings, jewelry, rugs, porcelain, etc.

When: February 20 - 21 – 10am - 5pm

22nd – noon – 5pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-896-4231 – x 254

NATURE’S BOUNTY – COMMUNITY EDUCATION DAY

What: speakers and vendors

When: February 21 – 8:30am - 2pm

Where: Winter Park Garden Club

1300 S. Denning Drive

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-5770

ORLANDO DOWNTOWN ART & LIVING EXPO

What: 100+ juried art & fine craft vendors + concerts

When: February 21 - 22 – 11am - 6pm

Where: Global Gallery at the Plaza

183 S. Orange Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-588-1260

CANCER COMMUNITY AWARENESS

What: education, screenings, food, raffles, entertainment, auction, arts & crafts

When: February 22 – 10am - 4pm

Where: Lake Eola Park

1 N. Rosalind Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-2827

CIVILIAN POLICE ACADEMY

What: 13 week course - education, demonstrations, tours.

When: February 24 & following Tues. – 6:30 – 9:30pm

Where: Orange County Sheriff’s Office

2500 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free – background check for all applicants

Contact: 407-254-7389

FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING

What: landscaping and irrigation practices while protecting resources

When: February 26 – 7 - 9pm

Where: Orange County Univ. of FL IFAS Extension

6021 S. Conway Road

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-254-9224

ORANGE COUNTY TREE GIVEAWAY

What: orange county residents can receive 2 trees per household

When: February 28 – 8am - noon

Where: Fort Christmas Historical Park

1300 Fort Christmas Road

Christmas

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-254-9200

SAFE BOATING

What: class & meets youth boating certification requirements

When: February 28 – 8am – 4:30pm

Where: Veteran Affairs Clinic

5201 Raymond Street

Orlando

Cost: $35

Contact: 407-876-2977

HEALTH FAIR

What: cholesterol, chiropractic, body fat, blood pressure, etc.

When: February 28 – 9 – 11am

Where: Winter Park YMCA Family Center

1201 N. Lakemont Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-1509

MOVIE IN THE PARK

What: outdoor screening of Kung Fu Panda

When: March 14 – 7:30pm

Where: Quinn Strong Park

Packwood & Ventris Streets

Maitland

Cost: Free


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, February 10, 2009

Charlie Crist – The People’s Governor…..

florida governor charlie crist

…or at least that’s what he’d like people to think. Guess that’s why he’s named himself that on his website. But Florida Governor Charlie Crist is anything but. He is just a political animal looking for his next appointment. He can’t even get through one term in office and he’s already been vying for one job and is now looking forward towards another possibility.

My reason for writing this post came about after a Government Affairs Committee meeting for the Orlando Regional Realtors Association last week while talking with a couple of colleagues. We were discussing the upcoming Legislative Days in Tallahassee and I made a disparaging remark about our Governor. One of the woman asked me why and my response was that Charlie Crist surely can’t like his job as Governor of this state. Additionally, there is a great editorial by Mike Thomas in yesterday’s Orlando Sentinel, As rendezvous with harsh realty nears, Crist may consider Senate bid.

Since he’s been in office he’s been trying to get other positions. He couldn’t have been further up Senator John McCain’s derriere following him around the country seeking to be his running mate for the Vice Presidential nomination. Now, that is gone he wants to run for the U. S. Senate. Sorry, but maybe you should take some time and take care of things at home before moving on.

You never know what will come from Charlie Crist. He hasn’t accomplished one of his campaign’s goals and on top of that has reversed his stance several times. To make himself more appealing to the McCain ticket he thought it would be good to change his opinion on Offshore Drilling. The heck with the environment and the people of Florida.

I can understand wanting to get ahead and being politically motivated, but….doesn’t there have to be a limit? It’s understood that Charlie is looking towards the White House and the thought of that really scares me. He can’t take care of his present position, how the heck can he take care of this nation.

Crist is very charismatic and we’ve all got sucked into his speeches, but when you look at them, they’re all rhetoric. He speaks about being bipartisan and reaching across the aisle, but he is only interested in one goal….and that is promoting Charlie Crist at whoevers expense that may be. His approval rating is unfathomable for such a poor Governor.

None of his Real Estate initiatives, whether it be taxes, insurance or promoting increased sales and production has had any success, whatsoever. In fact, they've all been abominable including his much touted Amendment 1.

Seriously, why do you think Charlie got married? Because it would help his political career. He needed it to supposedly dispel the rumors that he’s gay or bi or whatever the heck he is. Who cares, but again it’s just political motivation. It’s been shown that as Attorney General he knew of the Mark Foley scandal a long time before it became public, but just pushed it under the carpet.

I really don’t care what he is, but I do care that he’s possibly a hypocrite. There is no room for Charlie Crist in the State of Florida and surely he won’t be much help to the people in other offices as well.

Mike Thomas wrote, that “his poll numbers have an inverse relationship with reality. There is little more to be gained, and lots to be lost, by staying in Tallahassee.” Please move on Mr. Crist and preferably out of politics. Then you would be doing us a favor and we’ll call you a – Man of the People!

Till next time…Marc It Sold!

Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for January ‘09

altamonte springs seminole county florida 32714 and 32701

The following are the market sales statistics for Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida for January 2009. Altamonte Springs is made up of the zip codes of 32701 & 32714. 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

12 homes sold during the month of January.

The average sales price is $154,827 with 140 days on the market.

The median sales price is $150,700.

The sales to list price ratio is 89%.

The most expensive home sold for $382,000 in Spring Lake Hills and was on the market 86 days

The least expensive home sold for $11,525 in Winwood Park after 201 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $265,078 with 151 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 14 sales, a decrease of 14%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 8.6% and a decrease in the median sales price of 6%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 20% with a 3% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

8 homes sold

The average sales price was $77,425 with 168 days on the market.

The median sales price was $60,700.

The sales to list price ratio is 90%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $148,000 in Cranes Roost Villas and was on the market 120 days.

The least expensive sold for $45,000 in Country Walk at Altamonte Springs Condo after 176 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $130,284 with 119 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 97% on 10 sales, a decrease of 20%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 22% and a decrease in the median sales price of 26%. There was a 27% decrease in sales volume with a 3% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.


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

Apopka, Seminole & Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for January ‘09

apopka seminole and orange county florida 32703 and 32712

The following are the market sales statistics for Apopka, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for January 2009. Apopka is made up of the zip codes of 32703 & 32712. 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

35 homes sold during the month of January.

The average sales price is $143,154 with 116 days on the market.

The median sales price is $120,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $335,000 in Rock Springs Ridge and was on the market 312 days

The least expensive home sold for $15,000 in Owens Sub after 147 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $248,083 with 222 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 97% on 28 sales, an increase of 25%.

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 31.4%. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 44% with a 2% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

1 home sold with a sales price is $60,000 with 239 days on the market in Errol Club Villas.

The sales to list price ratio is 86%.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $120,000 with 552 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 88% on 1 sale.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 45.5%. Yet, there was no change in sales volume with an 11% increase in the sales to list price ratio.


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