2011 Real Estate Market Update -- Arroyo Grande Home Sales

Looking at the sales figures for 2011, the number of Arroyo Grande homes sold increased by about 13.5%.  However, there continues to be a large gap between what Arroyo Grande homeowners ask for their properties and what buyers are willing to pay.   In 2010, the percentage of listing price to sales price was 83%, and 2011 continued that trend with an average 82.5% list price to sales price percentage.  So, there is still a lot of bargaining room for Arroyo Grande home buyers.  Days on market went up slightly, and distress sales continue to play a large role. in the Arroyo Grande market.  Overall, foreclosures increased 16%, and short sales increased by 34% in 2011.

If you are considering selling your Arroyo Grande CA home and you would like a comparative market analysis, feel free to contact my office at (805) 938-9950 and set up an appointment.  I specialize in short sales and distress sales.  If you are interested in buying a home in Arroyo Grande CA, I will be happy to assist you and provide a list of available homes in Arroyo Grande CA and the surrounding area.

Tni LeBlanc is an independent Real Estate Broker, Attorney, Short Sale Agent, Certified HAFA Specialist (CHS), and Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) and Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource Agent (SFR) serving Santa Maria, Orcutt, Lompoc, Nipomo, and Arroyo Grande on the Central Coast of California.

* Stick built SFRs & PUDs. Zip codes 93420.  Based on the information from the Central Coast Regional MLS. The Association, the Multiple Listing Service, nor Mint Properties guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the Association or its MLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the real estate market.  School district boundaries are subject to change and must be verified with the appropriate authority.  Nothing in this article is intended to solicit listings currently under contract with another broker.  This article offers no legal or tax advice and is for information purposes only.  Those considering a short sale are advised to consult with their own attorney for legal advice, and their tax professional for tax advice prior to entering into a short sale listing agreement.

Copyright © 2012 Tni LeBlanc *2012 Real Estate Market Update — Arroyo Grande Home Sales*