Stratford CT Single family home sales in November 2015 INCREASED 7% compared to November 2014 sales.
Listing and closed price averages both went down 8%. The median was UP 3%.
Days on the market went down 21%.
The absorption rate for the month went further into seller's market territory at 4.27 months, meaning if there was no new inventory, it would take 4.27 months to sell off the active 188 listings.
The number of listings decreased 18% from last month explaining the lower rate and a seller's market.
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Moving forward, there are 37 houses under deposit and 54 pending sales (under contract).
Which houses attracted buyers and sold in Stratford CT in November 2015?
Stratford CT November 2015 Property Transfers
(as recorded in the Greater Fairfield County MLS as of 12/27/15)
The sweet spot for sales in November 2015 had a strong showing in the $200K - $300K range. Stratford CT remains a very desirable, affordable town for first time buyers and downsizers.
The absorption TREND, which shows the number of months it would take to sell the entire inventory at the same pace, came in at 3.81 months for the last three months, solidly in a seller's market.
Keep in mind that this rate is for ALL houses. If you are selling your home, your agent should calculate the absorption rate for your price point to get a more accurate analysis. Some price points favor sellers; others favor buyers.
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Sales were a little lower than last month, but showing stability at year end. 
The sales average made a nice rebound this month due to the high amount of sales in the $200 - $300K range.
Check out previous sales and averages here.
Stratford CT Real Estate Market Report Archive
Date Source: Greater Fairfield County Multiple Listing Service -- December 27, 2015. No representation or warranty is made to the accuracy of this information.
Stratford CT Real Estate Market Report and Homes Sold November 2015
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