Williamsburg VA home sales jump 58% over last year
June 2013 Market Observations
The Williamsburg VA real estate market continued to demonstrate it’s strength in in June 2013 with home sales up a staggering 58.93% over the previous June.
The closed median home price in June2013 for the Williamsburg VA market , which includes the City of Williamsburg, James City County and Upper York County’s housing data, was $323,969, a slight reduction from a year ago but a difficult number to peg as it depends on the range of housing sold.
NOTE: these figures will most likely increase as real estate brokerages continue to post sales updates from June sales
In our Williamsburg home market, Pending Sales for June are up a whopping 38.71% to 1.63% to 129 versus June of last year at 93 that went under contract.
Available home inventory levels continue to shrink , the month’s supply of inventory is currently 7.3 months compared to 11 months in June of 2012. The month’s supply is also referred to as the absorption rate which indicates that if the current market conditions were to continue; this is how many months it would take to deplete the available inventory. Total inventory of homes for sale in Williamsburg stands at 826 as compared to 990 homes for sale last year in June.
Williamsburg home sellers this month are experiencing an average 97.8 percent sales price to list price ratio. This average is a 1.11 percent increase over 2012.. The increase can be attributed to high demand and limited inventory. ( in other words if the home was listed for $100k, it sold it for $97,800)
Homes priced right and in good condition are continuing to sell quickly which is reflected in the Days on Market time of only 62 days this year versus 92 days in 2012
See real time data here for Williamsburg VA home sales statistics
Note: These statistics are from the Williamsburg VA MLS (WAAR WMLS) and cover the 23185,23188 and 23168 zip code regions. This includes the City of Williamsburg, James City County , Toano, Norge, Lightfoot, Lanexa, and the upper part of York County, (Bruton District)
Time to Buy? Sell?
As we always say, the best time to buy or sell a home is when you need to buy or sell. If you have a house to sell, selling when its a buyers market may hurt you on the selling end, but you’ll make it up on the buying end. If you’re trying to get into the market for the first time, the only way you’ll know that we’ve “hit bottom” is when its in the rear view mirror. Work with professionals who can help you analyze your financial and lifestyle to determine if now is the right time to buy or sell.
Looking strictly at the numbers, it appears the recommendation for this month is (again)…it’s time to sell. With inventory at record lows, a home that’s priced right will have no problem finding a buyer. As we head into June 2013, buyers who have been waiting for more inventory will continue their searches. Get your home on the market now and be moved into your new home by July ! If you’re looking to sell, we can help you get top dollar for your home in the shortest time. For more info about the best home selling program in Williamsburg VA visit Sell MY WILLIAMSBURG HOME
If you’re a buyer, that doesn’t mean sit on the fence and wait. Interest rates are increasing and will continue to do so. Buying now could mean a difference in hundreds of dollars to your payment. As more and more inventory gets snatched up, you’ll find less and less available. Waiting until the market slows down could mean you could afford less home as interests rates go up. And, as buyers continue to snatch up everything, market values will go up as well. If you’re looking to get into the market, the best time to find a great deal is any time you can.
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