real estate: Tips for Finding the Perfect Neighborhood
- 11/29/07 04:18 PM
The neighborhood you chose can have a big impact on your lifestyle and safety - the available amenities and convenience all play their part. Make a list of the activities such as movies, health clubs, church, etc. that you engage in regularly and stores you visit frequently. See how far you would have to travel from each neighborhood you're considering to engage in your most common activities.Check out the school district. The Department of Education in your town can probably provide information on test scores, class size, percentage of students who attend college, and special enrichment programs. If you have school-age children, … (2 comments)
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real estate: 13 County Twin Cities Metro Area Market Conditions Minnesota
- 11/29/07 04:10 PM
Information is Power
Real estate market conditions in your county and in your neighborhood can vary greatly from the wider Twin Cities area and national statistics. While some sellers are sitting on the fence because of their perception of the current market-it can be a mistake for many, especially those who are looking to move up to a larger or more expensive home.
Information is Money
When determining a price for your home, it is extremely important to use a REALTOR® who knows your area and evaluates the market conditions for your specific location.
Converting Information to Wisdom
When you read between the lines, you notice … (0 comments)
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real estate: Strong Fundamentals Indicate Improving Housing Market
- 11/29/07 03:58 PM
The national news media, persuaded by a small number of outspoken and misinformed analysts, have painted a very grim picture of the current real estate market, even though the facts tell a very different story. Faced with the conundrum of consumers "sitting on the home-buying fence" in the midst of solid national economic indicators, here are some of the facts behind this baffling consumer behavior.
Sub-Prime Problems Hurt - But Solid Fundamentals Help! Previous national sales down-turns of the past 30 years were prompted and accelerated by wide-ranging economic problems or true recessions. In contrast, our current economic indicators and fundamentals … (0 comments)
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real estate: 11 Reasons for List Your Home for Sale During the Holidays!
- 11/29/07 03:54 PM
1. Mortgage rates are expected to go up - this could mean fewer qualified buyers in the spring.
2. People who look for a home during the holidays are more serious buyers
3. Serious buyers have fewer houses to choose from during the Holidays and less competition means more money for you.
4. Since the supply of listings will dramatically increase in January, there will be less demand for your particular home. Less demand means less money for you.
5. Houses show better when decorated for the Holidays.
6. Buyers are more emotional during the Holidays so they are more likely to pay your price.
7. Buyers have more time to look for a … (2 comments)
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real estate: Coon Rapids MN Homes for Sale - Average Cost per Sq Ft of Living Space by Price Range
- 11/29/07 03:48 PM
There are a total of 310 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Coon Rapids, Minnesota (as of November 29th, 2007). The average list price is $247,726.
When compared to the same time last year, the number of new listings in Coon Rapids was up 4.4% for October while the average sale price dropped by 11.9% and the percent of the original price compared to the actual sale price dropped by 3.3% and now stands at 94%. This is definitely a red-hot buyer's market.
Coon Rapids is located in south central Anoka County. It is a mature suburb that has been recognized as THE most affordable place to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Coon Rapids MN Homes for Sale - Average Finished Sq Ft of Living Space by Price Range
- 11/29/07 03:44 PM
There are a total of 310 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Coon Rapids, Minnesota (as of November 29th, 2007). The average list price is $247,726.
When compared to the same time last year, the number of new listings in Coon Rapids was up 4.4% for October while the average sale price dropped by 11.9% and the percent of the original price compared to the actual sale price dropped by 3.3% and now stands at 94%. This is definitely a red-hot buyer's market.
Coon Rapids is located in south central Anoka County. It is a mature suburb that has been recognized as THE most affordable place to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Coon Rapids MN Homes for Sale - Average Annual Property Taxes by Price Range
- 11/29/07 03:39 PM
There are a total of 310 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Coon Rapids, Minnesota (as of November 29th, 2007). The average list price is $247,726.
When compared to the same time last year, the number of new listings in Coon Rapids was up 4.4% for October while the average sale price dropped by 11.9% and the percent of the original price compared to the actual sale price dropped by 3.3% and now stands at 94%. This is definitely a red-hot buyer's market.
Coon Rapids is located in south central Anoka County. It is a mature suburb that has been recognized as THE most affordable place to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Coon Rapids MN Homes for Sale - Average "Cumulative Days on Market" by Price Range
- 11/29/07 03:32 PM
There are a total of 310 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Coon Rapids, Minnesota (as of November 29th, 2007). The average list price is $247,726.
When compared to the same time last year, the number of new listings in Coon Rapids was up 4.4% for October while the average sale price dropped by 11.9% and the percent of the original price compared to the actual sale price dropped by 3.3% and now stands at 94%. This is definitely a red-hot buyer's market.
Coon Rapids is located in south central Anoka County. It is a mature suburb that has been recognized as THE most affordable place to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Coon Rapids MN Homes for Sale - Avg Days on Market (DOM) by Price Range
- 11/29/07 03:24 PM
There are a total of 310 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Coon Rapids, Minnesota (as of November 29th, 2007). The average list price is $247,726.
When compared to the same time last year, the number of new listings in Coon Rapids was up 4.4% for October while the average sale price dropped by 11.9% and the percent of the original price compared to the actual sale price dropped by 3.3% and now stands at 94%. This is definitely a red-hot buyer's market.
Coon Rapids is located in south central Anoka County. It is a mature suburb that has been recognized as THE most affordable place to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Coon Rapids MN Homes for Sale - Number of Homes Listed for Sale by Price Range
- 11/29/07 03:18 PM
There are a total of 310 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Coon Rapids, Minnesota (as of November 29th, 2007). The average list price is $247,726.
When compared to the same time last year, the number of new listings in Coon Rapids was up 4.4% for October while the average sale price dropped by 11.9% and the percent of the original price compared to the actual sale price dropped by 3.3% and now stands at 94%. This is definitely a red-hot buyer's market.
Coon Rapids is located in south central Anoka County. It is a mature suburb that has been recognized as THE most affordable place to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Charming Home with Unique Floor Plan and Huge Deck - Great Price Too!
- 11/12/07 03:33 AM
This charming Coon Rapids home is located on a quite side-street within walking distrance of Anoka-Ramsey Community College. This central Coon Rapids location is near a bus line, parks, and schools. With three bedrooms on the same level and a 4th on the lower level, this is a great home for a new family.Your new home is move in ready with a fresh coat of paint, new roof, siding and kitchen appliances, 22x20 low maintenance deck, unique floor plan + workshop and utilitiy.
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real estate: Local Real Estate Statistics - North Metro Twin Cities - Minnesota
- 11/12/07 02:49 AM
Location Location Location! Sometimes a picture (or in this case a chart) makes all the difference. The chart below is a comparison of the counties in the Twin Cities metro that I cover.
For reference, here is a list of the major cities in each county:
Anoka County - Anoka, Blaine, etc.Washington - Forest Lake, Cottage Grove, Stillwater, etc.Hennepin - Minneapolis, Minnetonka, etc.Ramsey - St. Paul, White Bear Lake, etc.Sherburne County - Elk River, Monticello, Princeton, etc.Wright County - Otsego, Buffalo, Cokato, Maple Lake, etc.
As you can plainly see, you loctaion makes all of the difference. That's why in you need a geographic expert … (0 comments)
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real estate: All Real Estate Is Local - North Side of Twin Cities Metro - Minnesota
- 11/12/07 01:05 AM
Even in a market that has shown some softening, nice homes that are priced right are still selling.
It may be that homes in the upper price ranges in the Twin Cities North Metro Area are suffering, but the $175,000 - $275,000 homes are still moving when they are appropriately priced for their location, style, age, and condition. While some first time home buyers may have fallen out of the market due to more strict lending practices; investment buyers are out there hunting in the same price ranges and looking for good deals. It pays to know the absorption rate for different … (0 comments)
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real estate: Lino Lakes MN - Average Price Per Square Foot of Homes for Sale by List Price Range
- 11/12/07 12:34 AM
There are a total of 118 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Lino Lakes, Minnesota (as of November 12th, 2007). The city is located in the southeastern part of Anoka County. Lino Lakes has a wide range of neighborhoods - some with a very rural feel and others have a newer urban feel to them.
The chart below shows the average Price per Sq Ft of Homes for Sale by Price Range of homes currently listed for sale in Lino Lakes Minnesota. This data was collected on homes currently listed for sale only and is not intended to reflect the overall average price per … (0 comments)
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real estate: Blaine MN Homes for Sale - Average Finished Living Space by Price Range
- 11/12/07 12:25 AM
There are a total of 118 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Lino Lakes, Minnesota (as of November 12th, 2007). The city is located in the southeastern part of Anoka County. Lino Lakes has a wide range of neighborhoods - some with a very rural feel and others have a newer urban feel to them.Some of the data reflects the fact that there scattered upscale properties with abundant acreage - in other words, the size of home tends to max out even though the price range continues to increase. One very large property with 80 acres and commercial … (0 comments)
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real estate: Lino Lakes MN - Average Property Taxes of Homes for Sale by List Price Range
- 11/12/07 12:18 AM
There are a total of 118 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Lino Lakes, Minnesota (as of November 12th, 2007). The city is located in the southeastern part of Anoka County. Lino Lakes has a wide range of neighborhoods - some with a very rural feel and others have a newer urban feel to them. Some of the data reflects the fact that there scattered upscale properties with abundant acreage. One very large property with 80 acres and commercial potential has been eliminated from this analysis because it is not typical of the residential homes for sale in … (0 comments)
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real estate: Lino Lakes MN Homes for Sale - Average Cumulative Days on Market by Price Range
- 11/12/07 12:12 AM
There are a total of 118 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Lino Lakes, Minnesota (as of November 12th, 2007). The city is located in the southeastern part of Anoka County. Lino Lakes has a wide range of neighborhoods - some with a very rural feel and others have a newer urban feel to them. Some of the data reflects the fact that there scattered upscale properties with abundant acreage. One very large property with 80 acres and commercial potential has been eliminated from this analysis because it is not typical of the residential homes for sale in … (0 comments)
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real estate: Lino Lakes MN Homes for Sale - Average Days on Market by Price Range
- 11/12/07 12:07 AM
There are a total of 118 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Lino Lakes, Minnesota (as of November 12th, 2007). The city is located in the southeastern part of Anoka County. Lino Lakes has a wide range of neighborhoods - some with a very rural feel and others have a newer urban feel to them. Some of the data reflects the fact that there scattered upscale properties with abundant acreage. One very large property with 80 acres and commercial potential has been eliminated from this analysis because it is not typical of the residential homes for sale in … (0 comments)
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real estate: Lino Lakes MN - Number of Homes for Sale by Price Range
- 11/12/07 12:03 AM
There are a total of 118 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Lino Lakes, Minnesota (as of November 12th, 2007). The city is located in the southeastern part of Anoka County. Lino Lakes has a wide range of neighborhoods - some with a very rural feel and others have a newer urban feel to them. Some of the data reflects the fact that there scattered upscale properties with abundant acreage. One very large property with 80 acres and commercial potential has been eliminated from this analysis because it is not typical of the residential homes for sale in … (0 comments)
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real estate: A Great Time To Buy A Home In Anoka County Minnesota!
- 10/16/07 04:01 PM
This is really a hot buyer's market. The number of homes sold (closed sales) in Anoka County for September of 2007 totaled 267. That's down from 403 in September of 2006; a decrease of 33.75%. The average sale price was $232,979 which is down from $249,277 in September of 2006; a decrease of 6.54%. The median sale price was $205,000 in September 2007 which is down from $224,000; a decrease of 8.48%.
With favorable interest rates hovering in the low 6% range, this is a great time for first time home buyers and homeowners who are looking to move to a larger or luxary home.
Currently, there … (0 comments)
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The neighborhood you chose can have a big impact on your lifestyle and safety - the available amenities and convenience all play their part. Make a list of the activities such as movies, health clubs, church, etc. that you engage in regularly and stores you visit frequently. See how far you would have to travel from each neighborhood you're considering to engage in your most common activities.Check out the school district. The Department of Education in your town can probably provide information on test scores, class size, percentage of students who attend college, and special enrichment programs. If you have school-age children, … (2 comments)
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