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Local Market Update for Ocean Pines, Ocean City and Captain's Cove areas

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Managing Real Estate Broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty MREC# 528882

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------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ocean Pines Market Update

As of August 23, 2009 we currently have 324 single family, townhomes and condos on the market for sale in Ocean Pines. So far to date in 2009, we have had 119 properties go to settlement. There are currently 35 properties pending settlement. Here are the sales results by quarter. Q1 = 28; Q2 = 62; Q3 = 29. That is about 15 sales per month for a little over 21 mos of inventory. We are starting to see multiple offers on the properties that are in good condition and priced property. Don't forget to go to my website to search for all available properties in the area so you can take advantage of the great prices too! P.S. Hileman Real Estate is currently the No. 1 Broker for YTD Sales Volume in Ocean Pines!

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Ocean City Market Update

Now here is what's happening at the beach? There are currently 1769 homes/condos for sale in Ocean City. So far in 2009 our MLS indicates that 532 properties have settled and 169 properties are currently pending. Based on this information, there is about 27 months of inventory. Keep in mind however that not all available units in Ocean City are listed in the local MLS. Sales per quarter are as follows: Q1 = 161; Q2 = 228; Q3 = 143. The REO market is still pretty active at the beach. Give me a call if you are looking for a bank-owned property.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------Captain's Cove Update

And finally, Captain's Cove has had some activity this year as well. YTD we have seen 13 home and 21 lot settlements occur. There are 36 homes on the market and 252 lots available, so inventory is still high creating downward pressure on current sales prices. Also there are 5 homes and 7 lots pending settlement. Some of the builders have been seeing an increase in contracts for clients building on their own lots which is good news. So with prices still down you can buy a lot to build your next home at a reasonable price. Give me a call and I will be happy to send you an updated list.

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When you are ready to begin your home search in the Ocean City, MD area, feel free to call Sharon A. Curtiss, Associate Broker/Sales Manager with Hileman Real Estate, Inc. at c/p: 410-726-4260 or Office: 410-208-9200.

You can also visit my website at www.oc4shore.com to view other Buyer and Seller reports. I will happy to provide you with a free list of foreclosure properties in the area.