Buyer & Seller Insights
🛒 For Buyers
The local real estate market remains highly competitive, with a median home price of $859,000 and an average of 29 days on market. Buyers should be prepared to act quickly when desirable properties become available.
- ✅ Get pre-approved for a mortgage before starting your search.
- ✅ Shop multiple lenders for competitive rates.
- ✅ Explore down payment assistance programs available locally.
- 📅 Average escrow: 30-45 days
- 🔎 Inspections usually scheduled within first 10 days.
- Be flexible on closing timelines.
- Include a strong earnest money deposit.
- Partner with a trusted local agent for negotiation strength.
🏠 For Sellers
- 📈 Accurate pricing is critical.
- ❌ Overpricing leads to stagnation.
- 📊 Use a professional CMA for proper valuation.
- ✨ Declutter and depersonalize.
- 📸 High-quality photos dramatically improve online visibility.
- 🌳 Curb appeal helps drive foot traffic.
- 🕰 Median time: 31 days
- 🏃♂️ Properly priced homes often sell quickly in first 2-3 weeks.
- 🤝 Stay responsive to all offers.
- 💼 Reasonable flexibility improves deal success.
- 🎁 Consider closing cost contributions when appropriate.