Unbelievable March 2020 Sarasota Area Real Estate! Wow, we set a Sales record for the month of March for as long as I have been tracking numbers. Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties reported increased Sales of 30% to 35% over February and set a Monthly Sales Record! Inventory continues to remain low at around 4 months. Mortgage Interest Rates are excellent and Real Estate is a great way to Invest!
As we move forward with our new crazy world encompassing the Coronavirus, we will see a temporary change in Sales. We can see this coming with March Pending Sales, which are Sales under Contract to Close in the next 30-45 days are down 18% to 31% depending upon the County.
Florida Realtors are exempt from any lockdown and practicing Safe Social Contact. We are continuing to List and Sell Properties with everyone looking On-Line narrowing their Buying parameters. We would be glad to help you with any needs, not just Real Estate, during this unique time. Just let us know!
Please follow the State & Federal Guidelines and be Safe!
Now the three County News …….
In Sarasota County. The Closed Sales increased +30.1% over the previous month. New Listings decreased -8.7% and the Inventory Level increased +5.0% to 4.3 months of Inventory. Year to Date Median Price increased +8.2% from the previous year. Days on Market decreased to 70 Days. Sold Price to List Price decreased to 93.8%.
Manatee County. The Closed Sales increased +35.4% over the previous month. New Listings decreased -6.1% and the Inventory Level inched up by +.01% with 3.9 months of Inventory. Year to Date Median Price increased +3.3% from the previous year. Days on Market decreased to 67 Days. Sold Price to List Price increased to 94.9%.
Charlotte County. The Closed Sales increased +32.4% over the previous month. New Listings increased +1.8% and Inventory Level increased +4.2% to 4.3 months of Inventory. Year to Date, Median Price increased +7.1% over the previous year. Days on Market decreased to 71 Days. Sold Price to List Price increased to 94.6%.
Look at the graphics with the Real Estate Activity by County in Manatee, Sarasota & Charlotte Counties. Still very attractive Single-Family Home & Condominium Pricing and Great Interest Rates!
Interest Rates for a 30-year mortgage with 20% down (Single Family Home):
$100,000 for 30 years at 4.375% costs $499.00 per month.
$200,000 for 30 years at 4.375% costs $999.00 per month.
$300,000 for 30 years at 4.250% costs $1,475.00 per month.
Different types of Loan Products are available including:
• FHA 100%
• Bank Statement Program for Self Employed
• FHA 96.5% – Down to 580 Credit Score
• USDA 100% Loans – 620 Credit Score
• VA – 100% Financing
• FHA Streamline Refinance
• W-2 Only Program
• Condo Financing
• International Buyer Financing
Each person qualifies for a loan differently and your interest rate could be different. APR is not quoted, but available. Different programs are available with low down payments. Call me to see what your rate is.
Still Low Housing Prices & Great Interest Rates! What are you waiting for?
We can help you with an REO/Bank Owned, Short Sale, Normal Sale or New Home Sale. Don’t miss your opportunity!
Call Kym at (941) 400-9420 or Helen at (941) 400-9489 to help you find Your Florida Lifestyle!
Published on 2020-04-18 12:31:22
