The Sykesville, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

June 16th, 2017

The Sykesville, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

The Sykesville, MD Real Estate Market Analysis shows a stable market for April in this lovely town outside of the Baltimore Metro Area. The Days on the Market is down, Median Sales are up, and inventory is down.

Sykesville is a small suburb in Carroll County, Maryland and is about 1/2 hour drive to the Baltimore area. This location is a hot spot for first time home buyers! It offers decent land which is more affordable than other areas.  The small drawback would be the commuting distance to Baltimore, Columbia, DC, etc.

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Let’s take a look at the major indicators for Real Estate health in Sykesville!

Indicator #1 – Home Prices

Our most recent analysis on Sykesville shows median home prices at $377,450. A 6% increase from this same time last year! Great growth in Sykesville as we head into Summer.

Indicator #2 – Active Listings

There are 106 active listings and 84 new listings on the market for May 2017. Which is a 32% and 17% decrease from last year, respectively. With a smaller inventory, active buyers are looking at all their options, but are moving quickly on homes they love. Most of the new current inventory are new listings, homes are moving fast!

 

 

Indicator #3 – Under Contract & Units Sold

There are 44 under contracts’ reported for May 2017. We’re seeing a lot of new families looking in this area for good schools and more relaxed lifestyle.

In addition – there were 64 units sold (went to settlement) this month.

Sykesville’s known as an excellent starting point for families. The List Price to Sold Price ratio of 97.5% homes are being priced well, with little to no fluctuation. You have a safe investment here!

Sykesville is a great place to call home!

While Sykesville is considerably smaller compared with Ellicott City, MD for example, a smaller inventory is normal for this area. Also a note to consider, once people move into this area they tend to stay. The Real Estate development in this area is growing. This allows sellers the opportunity to get asking price for their homes.

As this area grows, so will home prices! If you’ve been considering putting your home on the market, talk with one of our agents. We’ll help you set up a goal, time frame, and market it to get you top dollar.

Sykesville is located west of Baltimore in Carroll County, the quintessential small town of Maryland. This lovely spot has a quiet setting and four well-defined, beautiful seasons. Sykesville is home to affordable housing, outstanding education, abundant recreational opportunities, and plenty of shopping. It’s proximity to major commuting routes are favorable for those who work in the neighboring cities, but prefer a relaxed setting to call home.



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.

Click here to check out Sykesville MD Real Estate active listings right now! (Feel free to save this link, it updates as the Sykesville MD Real Estate market changes- you will always have the live market update).

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Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

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AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

 The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is to help 100 families buy a home in our area!

 

The Columbia, MD real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

June 16th, 2017

The Columbia, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

Looking to BUY or SELL a Central Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator.

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The Columbia, MD Real Estate Market is healthy and strong for May 2017!

The Columbia, MD area inventory is down, days on the market is down, home sale prices are up!  Let’s take a look at the major indicators that help us determine overall Real Estate health here:

Indicator #1 – Sold Price & Listing to Sold Ratio

The Columbia, MD  average home sales price for May 2017 is $370,245 up from $345,497 this same time last year.

The listing to Sold Price Ratios has gone up to 98.9%! Homes are priced well and have little to no price fluctuations between how they are priced and the accepted offer.

Indicator #2 – Average days on the Market

The average days on the market went down to just 26 days from 60 during May 2016!  A very STRONG sign for a sellers market in the Columbia MD area!!!

Indicator #3 – Active Homes on the Market

Total active listings in Columbia MD is 201 right now, down 8% from this time last year.  Fewer homes on the market mean less for buyers to chose from.  Often the reason we see the very high list to sold price ratio mentioned above.

Why Live in Columbia?

Columbia is in Howard County, Maryland  which receives many national accolades for excellent schools and commitment to community health and open space.

This area is always desirable with job opportunities in government, medical and lots of private industry!

What does that mean for people looking to invest in Howard 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 Howard County Real Estate needs.

Columbia Market reportCheck out more details on the Columbia MD Real Estate Market Report- Click this link for all the information on Columbia MD.

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EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
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EllieMcintire@MRIS.com

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Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

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EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is 200 homes. The 100th home sale we will donate 100% of the commission. If we hit our lofty goal of 200 homes we will donate 200% of the commission.  We live here, we sell homes here and we support our community through EPIK Kids in Action!

 

The Howard County, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

June 16th, 2017

The Howard County, MD Real Estate Market for May 2017!

Looking to BUY or SELL a Howard County Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator

Howard CountyThe Howard County, MD real estate report for May 2017 shows a healthy active market! Units sold is up, Homes prices are up, days on the market is down and so much more! These are all great sign for the spring in this desirable county!

Let’s look at the 3 major indicators

Indicator #1 – Homes Sold

The Average Sold Price is $457,476 up from $438,323 this time last year.

Our Analysis on Howard County, MD for May 2017 shows homes are being priced competitively. Families serious about finding that perfect home are taking their time before they put in a contract. Sellers have a very safe investment here, and if they are contemplating putting their home on the market in Summer, the sooner the better to hit this hot market.

Considering the many Government contracts constantly changing in this area, there really is no “down time”. Many who work in DC choose to live in Howard County for the county’s great education system, community and way of life.

ALERT – If you have been thinking about buying for more than a year – now is the time as interest rates are still low but expected to rise!  Contact us for information on How to Get Ready to Buy (and/or How to Get Ready to Sell if you have a home to sell as well!)

Indicator #2 – Active Listings

Inventory  is down 7% from this time in 2016. Fewer houses means less for buyers to chose from and a stronger sellers market.  There are 1,006 active listings in Howard County this month.

Of that inventory, 756 of those listings are new for the month, which is consistent for the area. There are currently 376 under conntracts for May 2017.

That is what we have been saying here at The EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams for a while – prices have stabilized and homes are selling fast while interest rates are still LOW!

Indicator #3 – Days on Market

Average days on the market is way down to 41 days from 55 days in 2017. 

Buyers are snatching up homes in this area and we are seeing multiple offers in this area. With a Sold To List Price of 98.2% those houses are being priced right as well!

The median Sold Price for homes in the area increased to $432,500 which is 4% higher than this time last year.

Why Live in Howard County? 

Howard County Maryland is a great place to live with nationally recognized excellent public schools, lots of outdoor parks and recreation opportunities, an award winning historic main street and countless options for working, shopping and dining.  No surprise this area between Baltimore and Washington, DC continues to have a very active real estate market! Read on for more details of the Howard County, MD real estate market!

Even if you already live in Howard County- it is always a good idea to know what homes are selling for in your area since selling prices affect your home’s value as well!

Click here to check out any area in Howard County – this is an example of the Ellicott City MD Real Estate active listings but you can put in any zip code you want. (Feel free to save this link, it updates as the Ellicott City MD Real Estate market changes- you will always have the live market update).

Would you like to know what your home is worth?  Send us your address and we’ll look at your potential market value!

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EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
443-418-7668 (Cell or text message)
410-312-0000 (Office)
EllieMcintire@MRIS.com

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Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

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 EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre is donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is to help 100 families buy or sell a home in Central Maryland.  The more homes we sell, the more we can donate to this fantastic kids foundation.

 

The Ellicott City, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

June 16th, 2017

 The Ellicott City, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

Looking to BUY or SELL a Central Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator

Epik Home GroupThe Ellicott City, MD Market is showing a steady gain for May in this popular Maryland suburb!

Inventory is down, new listings are up. All great news as we get closer to the summer!

Let’s take a look at some of the major indicators for this month:

 # 1- SOLD PRICE

Average sold price for homes in the Ellicott City, MD market for May 2017 was $533,100.

This is an increase in value of about 4% compared with May 2016. The number of Units sold in May saw nice 29% increase compared with this time last year. List to Sold Price are strong at 97.9%, indicating homes are priced well. Current Analysis on the Ellicott City, MD real estate market shows favorable conditions continuing through summer.

With inventory down, listing sooner might be a good advantage for you with so many buyers actively looking at homes!  Contact us and we’ll help you get ready!
     

ALERT – If you have been thinking about selling for more than a year – now is the time as interest rates remain low and inventory is moving!  Contact us for information on How to Get Ready to Sell (or  How to Get Ready to Buy if you are looking to move into this area!)

 

# 2 – AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET

The Analysis on Ellicott City, MD showed Days on the market increased to 62 days from 57.   With Ellicott City encompassing a large area, these numbers are very stable for this time of year.

Click here to see the Ellicott City MD Real Estate active listings right now! (Feel free to save this link, it updates as the Ellicott City MD Real Estate market changes- you will always have the live market update).

# 3- NEW LISTINGS

There are currently 224 active listings in Ellicott City, MD , 160 of these homes are new for April 2017. The inventory is lower than it was last year, which had 286 properties available. It provides less options for buyers who are seriously navigating the current market. Under new contracts is holding stable at 90, last April was at 100. There are plenty of families looking for that perfect place! Do you love reading all the details? Click this link for all the current updates on Ellicott City MD.

LIVING IN ELLICOTT CITY

Our area is so wonderful that many people do not move out once they move in!  Using a local Ellicott City, MD Realtor like EPIK Home Group is a great move since we are in touch with many homeowners even before they are ready to sell!

Ellicott City in Howard County, MD is a great place to live with excellent public schools, lots of outdoor parks and recreation opportunities, an award winning historic main street and countless options for working, shopping and dining – no wonder this area between Baltimore and Washington, DC continues to have a very active real estate market!

What does this mean for people looking to invest in Howard 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 Howard County Real Estate needs.

Even if you already live in Ellicott City- it is always a good idea to know what homes are selling for in your area since selling prices affect your home’s value as well!

Read on for more details of this active market!

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EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
443-418-7668 (Cell or text message)
443-766-1768 (Office)
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LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TO FOLLOW OUR BLOG AND GET LOCAL INFORMATION!

Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

                ______________________________________________EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is to help 100 families buy a home

 

The Catonsville, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

June 15th, 2017

The Catonsville, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

Looking to BUY or SELL a Central Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator.

CatonsvilleThe Catonsville, MD Real Estate report shows a healthy market for May 2017. New listings is up, inventory is down, days on the market is down, under new contracts is up. This market is HOT!  DO YOU HAVE A HOUSE TO SELL IN CATONSVILLE?

Indicator #1 – Active Listings

There are only currently 100 active listings in Catonsville, MD – this is a 20% decrease from last year which showed 126 – fewer homes means a sellers market right now. The Catonsville, MD Market reports for May show new listings up 6% compared with this same time last year. Under new contracts has also increased from this time last year by 6%.

Are you thinking about putting your Catonsville, MD home on the market this year – contact EPIK Home Group now for our professional estimate of your homes’ current value and suggestions for how and when to put your home on the market.

ALERT – If you have been thinking about buying for more than a year – now is the time as interest rates remain low and inventory is moving!  Contact us for information on How to Get Ready to Buy (or How to Get Ready to Sell if you also have a home to sell!)

Indicator #2 – Days on Market

The Catonsville, MD Real Estate Market for May 2017 shows Average Days on the Market decreased to 26 days from 47 during May 2016. With an average Sold Price of $308,544 and an original list to sold price ratio of  100.9% the market is stable and very favorable for Sellers. Get a head start on the crowd, find a local expert (like us!) to help get you started! Homes are being priced well, and serious buyers are putting in contracts on homes they love.

 

Indicator #3 – Average Home Prices

The Catonsville, MD Real Estate Market for May 2017 is showing homes are priced right and many are receiveing offers for above asking price, something we like to see with historic areas. The average sold price for detached homes are $335,018 which is up from this time last year.

Why Live in Catonsville?

Catonsville has it all with great schools, walk-able local shops and restaurants and excellent access to jobs in Columbia, Baltimore and Washington, DC. Our area is so wonderful that many people do not move out once they move in!  Using a local Realtor like EPIK Home Group is a great idea – we live here and are in touch with many homeowners even before they are ready to sell!

Would you like to live in Catonsville?   Click here to check out the Catonsville MD Real Estate active listings right now! (Feel free to save this link, it updates as the Catonsville market changes so you will always have the live market update.)

Do you already live in Catonsville?  Keep track here of what homes are selling for in your area – selling prices affect your home’s value as well!

Contact us today and let us know how we can help you!

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How can we help you with your real estate needs this year and help us give back to our community?

Our EPIK Kids in Action foundation is our way of helping local kids learn to give back to their communities!

You are part of that team when you use or refer EPIK Home Group!

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre donates 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

EPIK Kids in Action

The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is 200 homes.  We live here, we sell homes here and we give back to our community through EPIK Kids in Action!

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Our experienced LOCAL team Real Estate orphanhere at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs!  

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The Clarksville, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017

June 15th, 2017

Here is the Clarksville, MD Real Estate Market Report for May 2017!

Looking to BUY or SELL a Central Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator

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The Clarksville, MD real estate market report shows a stable market f0r May! Under new contracts is up, Inventory is stable, and Median Sold Price for homes is up. These are all great statistics for a very active summer season!

Here is a look at the 3 major indicators of the Real Estate Market for Clarksville, MD:

Indicator #1 – Home Prices

Clarksville, MD  is a smaller but well developed community in Howard County, Maryland, and is expanding every year. It’s a very successful location in the Real Estate Market for Maryland. This area has an exclusive but convenient nature that makes it sought after by many families looking for that perfect work/life balance.

The real estate report for Clarksville, MD in May 2017 shows an average sold price of $670,000.  This number is higher than the median sales prices from last year. There is very little fluctuation in price from list to sold.

Looking to buy in Clarksville?

With its amazing schools and small community feel, Clarksville, MD seems to have it all. Plus, location, location, location!

Contact us today if you are considering a move in 2017 – buyers need to come pre-approved and with a plan to sell their existing home quickly!  We can help make that happen for you here at EPIK Home Group!

Click here to see all the active Clarksville MD Real Estate active listings right now!

Indicator #2 – Inventory of Available Homes

Clarksville is a small community, so inventory has always been small compared with places like Ellicott City. Our report on Clarksville, MD shows an increase in available homes for May 2017. Under new contracts is up by 70% compared with May of last year. Same with all Pendings. These are very positive signs in a healthy stable market.


Indicator #3 – Days on Market

The average days on market was at 98 days before the homes went under contract, a 13% increase from this same time last year. When you are working with price points this high, this is not uncommon. Also, remember the List to Sold price ratio is stable, so these homes sell at or very close to their asking price.

What does that mean for people looking to invest in Howard 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 Howard County Real Estate needs.

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Check out more details on the Clarksville MD Real Estate Market Report- Click this link for all the information on Clarksville MD.

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EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
443-418-7668 (Cell or text message)
443-766-1768 (Office)
EllieMcintire@MRIS.com

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TO FOLLOW OUR BLOG AND GET LOCAL INFORMATION!

Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

                ____________________________________________________

 EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

 The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2016 is 200 homes. The 100th home sale we will donate 100% of the commission. If we hit our lofty goal of 200 homes we will donate 200% of the commission.

 

Sykesville, MD Real Estate Market Analysis for April 2017!

May 13th, 2017

Sykesville, MD Real Estate Market Analysis for April 2017!

The Sykesville, MD Real Estate Market Analysis shows a stable market for April in this lovely town outside of the Baltimore Metro Area. The Days on the Market is down, Median Sales are up, and inventory is down.

Sykesville is a small suburb in Carroll County, Maryland and is about 1/2 hour drive to the Baltimore area. This location is a hot spot for first time home buyers! It offers decent land which is more affordable than other areas.  The small drawback would be the commuting distance to Baltimore, Columbia, DC, etc.

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Let’s take a look at the major indicators for Real Estate health in Sykesville!

Indicator #1 – Home Prices

Our most recent analysis on Sykesville shows median home prices at $350,000. This is pretty stable compared with last years numbers. We expect them to remain the same or increase as we move into summer.

Indicator #2 – Active Listings

There are 94 active listings on the market for April 2017. which is a 26% and 27% decrease from last year. With a smaller inventory, active buyers are looking at all their options, but are moving quickly on homes they love.

Indicator #3 – Under Contract & Units Sold

There are 48 under contracts’ reported for April 2017. We’re seeing a lot of new families looking in this area for good schools and more relaxed lifestyle.

In addition – there were 45 units sold (went to settlement) this month.  Very stable.

Sykesville’s known as an excellent starting point for families. The List Price to Sold Price ratio of 98% shows homes are priced well, with little to no fluctuation. You have a safe investment here!

Sykesville is a great place to call home!

While Sykesville is considerably smaller compared with Ellicott City, MD for example, a smaller inventory is normal for this area. Also a note to consider, once people move into this area they tend to stay. The Real Estate development in this area is growing. This allows sellers the opportunity to get asking price for their homes.

As this area grows, so will home prices! If you’ve been considering putting your home on the market, talk with one of our agents. We’ll help you set up a goal, time frame, and market it to get you top dollar.

Sykesville is located west of Baltimore in Carroll County, the quintessential small town of Maryland. This lovely spot has a quiet setting and four well-defined, beautiful seasons. Sykesville is home to affordable housing, outstanding education, abundant recreational opportunities, and plenty of shopping. It’s proximity to major commuting routes are favorable for those who work in the neighboring cities, but prefer a relaxed setting to call home.



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.

Click here to check out Sykesville MD Real Estate active listings right now! (Feel free to save this link, it updates as the Sykesville MD Real Estate market changes- you will always have the live market update).

What is My Home Worth?

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EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
443-418-7668 (Cell or text message)
443-766-1768 (Office)
EllieMcintire@MRIS.com

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TO FOLLOW OUR BLOG AND GET LOCAL INFORMATION!

Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

                _________________________________EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

 The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is to help 100 families buy a home in our area!

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Real Estate Market Analysis in Columbia, MD for April 2017!

May 13th, 2017

Real Estate Market Analysis in Columbia, MD for April 2017

Looking to BUY or SELL a Central Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator.

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The Local Market Analysis for Real Estate in Columbia, MD for April 2017 looks great!

Inventory is down, days on the market is down, home sale prices are up!  Let’s take a look at the major indicators that help us determine overall Real Estate health here:

Indicator #1 – Sold Price & Listing to Sold Ratio

The average home sales price for April 2017 is $372,000, up from $319,000 this same time last year.

The listing to Sold Price Ratios has gone up to 99.0%! Homes are priced well and have little to no price fluctuations between how they are priced and the accepted offer.

Indicator #2 – Average days on the Market

The average days on the market went down to 31 days from 69 days.  A very STRONG sign for a sellers market in Columbia MD!!!

Indicator #3 – Active Homes on the Market

Total active listings in Columbia MD is 201 right now, down 26% from this time last year.  Fewer homes on the market mean less for buyers to chose from.  Often the reason we see the very high list to sold price ratio mentioned above.

Why Live in Columbia?

Columbia is in Howard County, Maryland  which receives many national accolades for excellent schools and commitment to community health and open space.

This area is always desirable with job opportunities in government, medical and lots of private industry!

What does that mean for people looking to invest in Howard 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 Howard County Real Estate needs.

Columbia Market reportCheck out more details on the Columbia MD Real Estate Market Report- Click this link for all the information on Columbia MD.

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EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
443-418-7668 (Cell or text message)
410-312-0000 (Office)

EllieMcintire@MRIS.com

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TO FOLLOW OUR BLOG AND GET LOCAL INFORMATION!

Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

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EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is 200 homes. The 100th home sale we will donate 100% of the commission. If we hit our lofty goal of 200 homes we will donate 200% of the commission.  We live here, we sell homes here and we support our community through EPIK Kids in Action!

 

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Real Estate Market Analysis for Howard County, MD – April 2017!

May 13th, 2017

Real Estate Market Analysis for Howard County, MD – April 2017!

Looking to BUY or SELL a Howard County Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator

Howard CountyThe Local Market Analysis on Howard County, MD is a STRONG Market for April 2017.

Average Home Prices are up, Inventory is down, days on the market is down. These are all great sign for the spring in this desirable county!

Let’s look at the 3 major indicators

Indicator #1 – Homes Sold

The Average Sold Price is $440,073 up from $427,771 this time last year.

Our Analysis on Howard County, MD for April 2017 shows homes are being priced competitively. Families serious about finding that perfect home are taking their time before they put in a contract. Sellers have a very safe investment here, and if they are contemplating putting their home on the market in Summer, the sooner the better to hit this hot market.

Considering the many Government contracts constantly changing in this area, there really is no “down time”. Many who work in DC choose to live in Howard County for the county’s great education system, community and way of life.

ALERT – If you have been thinking about buying for more than a year – now is the time as interest rates are still low but expected to rise!  Contact us for information on How to Get Ready to Buy (and/or How to Get Ready to Sell if you have a home to sell as well!)

Indicator #2 – Active Listings

Inventory  is down 17% from this time in 2016. Fewer houses means less for buyers to chose from and a stronger sellers market.   There are 926 active listings in Ellicott City this month.

Of that inventory, 674 of those listings are new for the month, which is consistent for the area. There are currently 513 pendings sales for April 2017.

That is what we have been saying here at The EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams for a while – prices have stabilized and homes are selling fast while interest rates are still LOW!

Indicator #3 – Days on Market

Average days on the market is way down to 46 days from 69 days in 2016. 

Buyers are snatching up homes in this area and we are seeing multiple offers in this area. With a Sold To List Price of 98% those houses are being priced right as well!

The median Sold Price for homes in the area increased to $400,000 which is 1% higher than this time last year.

Why Live in Howard County? 

Howard County Maryland is a great place to live with nationally recognized excellent public schools, lots of outdoor parks and recreation opportunities, an award winning historic main street and countless options for working, shopping and dining.  No surprise this area between Baltimore and Washington, DC continues to have a very active real estate market! Read on for more details of the Howard County, MD real estate market!

Even if you already live in Howard County- it is always a good idea to know what homes are selling for in your area since selling prices affect your home’s value as well!

Click here to check out any area in Howard County – this is an example of the Ellicott City MD Real Estate active listings but you can put in any zip code you want. (Feel free to save this link, it updates as the Ellicott City MD Real Estate market changes- you will always have the live market update).

Would you like to know what your home is worth?  Send us your address and we’ll look at your potential market value!

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Real Estate orphan

EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
443-418-7668 (Cell or text message)
410-312-0000 (Office)
EllieMcintire@MRIS.com

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TO FOLLOW OUR BLOG AND GET LOCAL INFORMATION!

Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

                _____________________________________________

 EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre is donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is to help 100 families buy or sell a home in Central Maryland.  The more homes we sell, the more we can donate to this fantastic kids foundation

 

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Real Estate Market Analysis for Ellicott City, MD April 2017!

May 13th, 2017

 Real Estate Market Analysis for Ellicott City, MD April 2017!

Looking to BUY or SELL a Central Maryland Home? Call 240-389-EPIK or use our 15 second Home Value Estimator

Epik Home GroupOur most recent Market Analysis on Ellicott City, MD shows a STRONG real estate market in this popular Maryland suburb!

Inventory is down, Home Sales Prices are up, and Units sold is stable. All great news as we get closer to the summer!

Let’s take a look at some of the major indicators for this month:

 # 1- SOLD PRICE

The average sold price for homes in Ellicott City, MD market for April 2017 was $494,974.

This is an increase in value of about 4% compared with April 2016. The number of Units sold in April saw small 5% decrease compared with this time last year. List to Sold Price are strong at 97.0%, indicating homes are priced well. The current Analysis on Ellicott City, MD shows favorable conditions for Summer.

With inventory down, listing sooner might be a good advantage for you with so many buyers actively looking at homes!  Contact us and we’ll help you get ready!
     

ALERT – If you have been thinking about selling for more than a year – now is the time as interest rates remain low and inventory is moving!  Contact us for information on How to Get Ready to Sell (or  How to Get Ready to Buy if you are looking to move into this area!)

 

# 2 – AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET

The Analysis on Ellicott City, MD showed Days on the market increased to 62 days from 57.   With Ellicott City encompassing a large area, these numbers are very stable for this time of year.

Click here to see the Ellicott City MD Real Estate active listings right now! (Feel free to save this link, it updates as the Ellicott City MD Real Estate market changes- you will always have the live market update).

# 3- NEW LISTINGS

There are currently 224 active listings in Ellicott City, MD , 160 of these homes are new for April 2017. The inventory is lower than it was last year, which had 286 properties available. It provides less options for buyers who are seriously navigating the current market. Under new contracts is holding stable at 90, last April was at 100. There are plenty of families looking for that perfect place! Do you love reading all the details? Click this link for all the current updates on Ellicott City MD.

LIVING IN ELLICOTT CITY

Our area is so wonderful that many people do not move out once they move in!  Using a local Ellicott City, MD Realtor like EPIK Home Group is a great move since we are in touch with many homeowners even before they are ready to sell!

Ellicott City in Howard County, MD is a great place to live with excellent public schools, lots of outdoor parks and recreation opportunities, an award winning historic main street and countless options for working, shopping and dining – no wonder this area between Baltimore and Washington, DC continues to have a very active real estate market!

What does this mean for people looking to invest in Howard 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 Howard County Real Estate needs.

Even if you already live in Ellicott City- it is always a good idea to know what homes are selling for in your area since selling prices affect your home’s value as well!

Read on for more details of this active market!

Real Estate orphan

EPIK Home Group Keller Williams Realty Centre
443-418-7668 (Cell or text message)
443-766-1768 (Office)
ellie@ellierealtor.com

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK TO FOLLOW OUR BLOG AND GET LOCAL INFORMATION!

Our experienced team here at EPIK Home Group loves telling you about the area with local neighborhoods updates and information.  Real Estate is local, so you deserve a local Realtor who not only knows the housing market, but knows Howard County/Catonsville, the amenities, the local events and resources that you will need. Consistently in the top 1% of Realtors in Howard County/Catonsville, EPIK Home Group is here to help you with all your Real Estate needs! 

Click here to see reviews of EPIK Home Group!

                ______________________________________________EPIK Kids in Action 

AS OF JANUARY 1ST 2016, EPIK Home Group of Keller Williams Realty Centre will be donating 2.5% of every commission check to “EPIK Kids in Action” Foundation.

The more homes we sell, the more money we can donate to “EPIK Kids in Action“. Our goal for 2017 is to help 100 families buy a home!

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