Elk Grove IL Homes - Elk Grove IL Real Estate - Market Update April 2012

Elk Grove IL Homes - Elk Grove IL Real Estate - Housing Market for March 2012

How to describe this market for Elk Grove IL Homes?   We have actually been seeing an improvement for the last 10 months.  It still feels sluggish with extended market times, erratic, and unpredictable both for buyers and sellers.  Interest rates have never been lower with affordability being the best it's ever been.  But buyers are still pensive and definitely not pulling the trigger very fast which then frustrates sellers!

The months supply of inventory for Elk Grove IL Homes has been steadily decreasing and has kept our recovery on an even keel. We have 16% less in housing inventory then we did 12 months ago.  Too many homes on the market makes it more competitive and prices are forced downward.  Is balance coming soon?  Obviously some past sellers have decided not to move, given up or have become 'reluctant' landlords in order to continue with their plans. 

Another good indicator that the Elk Grove IL market is improving is the number of homes that go under contract each month. Currently we are between 7 to 14%. This is terrific!

What's positive about the market in Elk Grove?  It's been constantly improving from the number of homes that go under contract each month to the average sold prices.  In many surrounding towns there are extreme changes in the inventory, sales numbers, average prices each month.

Don't forget that during this past year the lower end homes are selling first which brings down the average prices for the whole market.  The more foreclosures entering with the lower prices makes the cycle continue.  Buyers are being 'enticed' by all the REO's and foreclosures because why should they buy the same home for $30,000 more?  Banks are now giving two year home warranties and paying mortgage points too.

Move-up buyers have been wanting to move up to a larger home and also take advantage of the interest rates and great prices.  Just one problem - they can't sell their current home. Same conditions for people that want to down size.

If you are thinking of buying a Elk Grove IL Home, please consider me as a 'buyers agent' for your purchase. An experienced veteran, like myself, can steer you through the 'mine field' on your way to your first or tenth home!

If you are researching this update to possibly sell your Elk Grove IL Home, please email or call to discuss the advantages of my marketing abilities and getting your home turned to 'SOLD'.


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Sources:  MRED, Agent Metrics, my little pencil.