| Market Commentary Provided by Margaret Jones ABR If you can qualify, now is an exceptional time to buy a home in Lake Ridge. Low rates with falling home prices makes a home purchase a great value! Call now for more information at 703-963-3491 |
| Report Date | Fall 2009 |
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| Nearest Metro Area | Washington | ||||
| Buyers’ or Sellers’ Market | More buyers than sellers | ||||
| Average Time on Market | 30-60 days | ||||
| Market Trend | Decreasing | ||||
| Housing Inventory | Good supply - Some Prices | ||||
| Average Home Price | $250,000 - View Graph Trend | ||||
| Best Selling Price Range | $200,000 - $249,000 | ||||
| Worst Selling Price Range | $600,000 - $649,000 | ||||
| Compared to Last Year | Down 5-10% | ||||
| Prices As % of Asking Price | 95-100% | ||||
| Multiple Offers? | Yes | ||||
| Multiple Offers Commentary | Well priced properties in good condition are getting multiple offers and often go under contract within a week. | ||||
| Greatest Activity | First Time Buyers | ||||
| Buyer Activity for the past 90 days in Lake Ridge is | Increasing | ||||
| Seller Activity for the past 90 days in Lake Ridge is | No Change | ||||
| Is Financing Available For Qualified Buyers in Lake Ridge? | Yes | ||||
| Existing Home Prices for the past 90 days are | Increasing | ||||
| What Percentage of the Current Housing Inventory are Foreclosures and/or Short Sales? | 30-35% | ||||
| Housing Hot Spots | Most cities within the Prince William County area are considered 'Housing Hotspots' | ||||
| Reason to Buy/Sell | Lower prices with good selection and competitive interest rates creates a perfect time to buy in Lake Ridge! | ||||
| Average Sold Price | $250,000 - View Graph Trend | ||||
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