Sykesville, MD Real Estate Market Report For August 2016
Located west of Baltimore in Carroll County, Sykesville is the quintessential small town of Maryland. This lovely spot has a quiet setting and four well-defined, beautiful seasons. Offering an unparalleled quality of life, Sykesville real estate is home to affordable housing, outstanding education, abundant recreational opportunities, and plenty of shopping. It's proximity to major commuting routes make it desirable for those who work in the neighboring cities, but prefer a relaxed setting for their family life.
The average sold price in August 2016 for a Sykesville, MD home was $383,727 which is almost a 4.5% increase from this time last year. Home values in this area have remained steady, and continue to tick upwards as more families move further out for a better quality of life, and the excellent education system that's available here. Of the 136 listings currently on the market, 72 of them are new, another 4% increase from last year. Sellers know this area is becoming more sought after and their investment is safe.
The are currently 31 new under contracts reported for August 2016, an impressive 29% increase from last year. Buyers are definitely looking for homes in this area, and with a List Price to Sold Price ratio of 95.6%, when homes list, they sell with very little fluctuation in price. The lower numbers of homes are the market compared with other areas is the result of 2 factors. This area is considerably smaller compared with Ellicott city, and once people move into this area, they tend to stay. This leaves buyers with a smaller selection of homes to choose from, which gives sellers the opportunity to get asking price for their homes.
Ultimately we expect these numbers to remain stable, and for those buyers moving into this area, your investment is safe here. As this area grows in popularity, so will home prices. For Sellers, this year is a big year for real estate. If you've been contemplating putting your home on the market, take advantage of this years amazing real estate reports, it's a healthy market for all.
What does that mean for people looking to invest in Carroll County Real Estate? It means you want to use a local Realtor who knows the market REALLY well. Call a LOCAL Realtor to help you with your Carroll County Real Estate needs.
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