Central Indiana home sales rise 5.6 percent in September
F.C. Tucker reports continued growth in housing sales as prices maintain upward momentum INDIANAPOLIS – Monthly real estate stats from F.C. Tucker Company indicated that the housing market is still not slowing down. September 2017 pended sales climbed 5.6 percent compared to September 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 5.9 percent to $199,240. As the number of houses available for sale continued to decline, homebuyers purchased them rapidly; 2,746 homes were purchased in Central Indiana in September, an increase from 2,600 sold in September 2016. Many of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in September, signaling that it’s still a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped by 15.4 percent. In September 2017, inventory stood at 8,597 homes, a decrease of 1,569 compared to September 2016.
“Three-quarters of the way through 2017, the housing market has remained strong for sellers,” said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. “However, we continue to see homes in all price ranges coming on the market, so buyers should be optimistic that the home they are searching for is attainable.” Of the pended home sales in the region last month, seven were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 96 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 314 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 528 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,230 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 571 were priced at $99,999 or less. With approximately $3.7 billion in annual sales, F.C. Tucker Company is Indiana’s largest independently owned comprehensive real estate firm with more than 40 offices and more than 1,500 sales associates throughout Indiana and select markets in Kentucky. Less than one percent of all real estate firms have the longevity of F.C. Tucker. Founded in 1918, the company’s family of businesses includes a full range of real estate services—mortgages, title insurance, relocation services, a full line of insurance products, auctioning and homeowner warranty products. F.C. Tucker has earned a reputation for its exceptional service, experienced sales associates and “Golden Rule” commitment to its clients and employees.
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F.C. Tucker reports continued growth in housing sales as prices maintain upward momentum
INDIANAPOLIS – Monthly real estate stats from F.C. Tucker Company indicated that the housing market is still not slowing down. August 2017 pended sales climbed 3.2 percent compared to August 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 6.6 percent to $199,498. As the number of houses available for sale continued to decline, homebuyers purchased them rapidly; 3,067 homes were purchased in Central Indiana in August, an increase from 2,973 sold in August 2016. Many of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in August, signaling that it’s still a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped by 14.3 percent. In August 2017, inventory stood at 8,720 homes, a decrease of 1,450 compared to August 2016.
“Home inventory in Indiana remains tight, making it an ideal market for sellers,” said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. “However, a good selection of homes at varying price points exists, so homebuyers should not be deterred as they begin their housing search.” Of the pended home sales in the region last month, three were priced over $2,000,000; 16 were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 116 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 385 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 538 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,334 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 675 were priced at $99,999 or less. Editor’s Notes:
With approximately $3.7 billion in annual sales, F.C. Tucker Company is Indiana’s largest independently owned comprehensive real estate firm with more than 40 offices and more than 1,500 sales associates throughout Indiana and select markets in Kentucky. Less than one percent of all real estate firms have the longevity of F.C. Tucker. Founded in 1918, the company’s family of businesses includes a full range of real estate services—mortgages, title insurance, relocation services, a full line of insurance products, auctioning and homeowner warranty products. F.C. Tucker has earned a reputation for its exceptional service, experienced sales associates and “Golden Rule” commitment to its clients and employees. Central Indiana home sales rise 6.9 percent in July
F.C. Tucker reports continued growth in housing sales as prices maintain upward momentum INDIANAPOLIS – Monthly real estate stats from F.C. Tucker Company indicated that the housing market is still not slowing down. July 2017 pended sales climbed 6.9 percent compared to July 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 5.5 percent to $196,683. As the number of houses available for sale continued to decline, homebuyers purchased them rapidly; 2,945 homes were purchased in Central Indiana in July, an increase from 2,755 sold in July 2016. Many of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in July, signaling that it’s still a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped by 17.8 percent. In July 2017, inventory stood at 8,631 homes, a decrease of 1,869 compared to July 2016.
“Indiana real estate continues to be an incredible value,” said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. “Regardless of your price point, a good selection of homes, including new construction, offers homebuyers many options.” Of the pended home sales in the region last month, one was priced over $2,000,000; 13 were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 110 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 346 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 598 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,305 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 572 were priced at $99,999 or less. With approximately $3.7 billion in annual sales, F.C. Tucker Company is Indiana’s largest independently owned comprehensive real estate firm with more than 40 offices and more than 1,500 sales associates throughout Indiana and select markets in Kentucky. Less than one percent of all real estate firms have the longevity of F.C. Tucker. Founded in 1918, the company’s family of businesses includes a full range of real estate services—mortgages, title insurance, relocation services, a full line of insurance products, auctioning and homeowner warranty products. F.C. Tucker has earned a reputation for its exceptional service, experienced sales associates and “Golden Rule” commitment to its clients and employees. -- ** I do not send wiring instructions for real estate transactions via email. Please contact the title company handling your transaction by telephone or in person for the correct wiring instructions. Please do not convey your financial information via email to me, and contact me via telephone regarding any suspicious or inconsistent communications. F.C. Tucker reports continued growth in housing sales as prices increase another month
INDIANAPOLIS – Monthly real estate stats from F.C. Tucker Company indicated that the housing market is not slowing down. May 2017 pended sales climbed 6.2 percent compared to May 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 6.6 percent to $192,206. Homebuyers continue to purchase homes at a rapid rate as the number of houses for sale continued to decline, purchasing 3,398 homes in Central Indiana, an increase from 3,199 sold in May 2016. Many of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in May, signaling a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped by 21 percent. In May 2017, inventory stood at 8,047 homes, a decrease of 2,137 from the same time in 2016.
“Although we’d like to see more homes for sale to balance out the market, buyers with their financing in order can still find plenty of opportunities to make a move,” said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. “And Indiana real estate consistently remains a good value.” Of the pended home sales in the region last month, 11 were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 139 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 426 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 675 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,447 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 700 were priced at $99,999 or less. Editor’s Notes:
Central Indiana home sales rise 6.2 percent in May
F.C. Tucker reports continued growth in housing sales as prices increase another month INDIANAPOLIS – Monthly real estate stats from F.C. Tucker Company indicated that the housing market is not slowing down. May 2017 pended sales climbed 6.2 percent compared to May 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 6.6 percent to $192,206. Homebuyers continue to purchase homes at a rapid rate as the number of houses for sale continued to decline, purchasing 3,398 homes in Central Indiana, an increase from 3,199 sold in May 2016. Many of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in May, signaling a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped by 21 percent. In May 2017, inventory stood at 8,047 homes, a decrease of 2,137 from the same time in 2016.
“Although we’d like to see more homes for sale to balance out the market, buyers with their financing in order can still find plenty of opportunities to make a move,” said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. “And Indiana real estate consistently remains a good value.” Of the pended home sales in the region last month, 11 were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 139 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 426 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 675 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,447 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 700 were priced at $99,999 or less. Editor’s Notes:
Central Indiana Home Sales Rise 5 Percent in April
F.C. Tucker reports positive growth in housing sales for 12th consecutive month INDIANAPOLIS – F.C. Tucker Company’s monthly real estate market stats indicated the housing market is still going strong. April 2017 pended sales climbed 5 percent compared to April 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 6.8 percent to $188,583. Homebuyers remained steadfast as the number of houses for sale continued to decline, purchasing 3,302 homes in Central Indiana, an increase from 3,145 sold in April 2016. The majority of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in April, signaling a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped a significant 21.2 percent. In April 2017, inventory stood at 7,902 homes, a decrease of 2,127 from the same time in 2016.
“Going into this traditionally popular sales season, pent-up demand for homes demonstrates today’s housing market is not slowing down. Buyers with their financing in order, paired with sellers who price their homes appropriately, are finding success,” said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. Of the pended home sales in the region last month, one was priced above $2,000,000; six were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 100 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 397 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 653 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,446 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 699 were priced at $99,999 or less. Editor’s Notes:
INDIANAPOLIS – F.C. Tucker Company’s monthly real estate market stats indicated the housing market is still going strong. March 2017 pended sales were up 5 percent compared to March 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 7 percent to $185,819. Homebuyers remained steadfast as the number of houses for sale continued to decline, purchasing 3,177 homes in Central Indiana, an increase from 3,027 sold in March 2016. The majority of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in March, signaling a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped a significant 18.3 percent. In March 2017, inventory stood at 7,844 homes, a decrease of 1,756 from the same time in 2016.
“Due to a lack of winter, the 2017 home-selling season started about two months earlier than usual, leading to a strong housing market for spring and a positive outlook for the entire year,” said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. Of the pended home sales in the region last month, 12 were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 111 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 400 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 543 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,406 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 705 were priced at $99,999 or less. Editor’s Notes:
With approximately $3.7 billion in annual sales, F.C. Tucker Company is Indiana’s largest independently owned comprehensive real estate firm with more than 40 offices and more than 1,500 sales associates throughout Indiana and select markets in Kentucky. Less than one percent of all real estate firms have the longevity of F.C. Tucker. Founded in 1918, the company’s family of businesses includes a full range of real estate services—mortgages, title insurance, relocation services, a full line of insurance products, auctioning and homeowner warranty products. F.C. Tucker has earned a reputation for its exceptional service, experienced sales associates and “Golden Rule” commitment to its clients and employees. Central Indiana home sales increase 7.4 percent in February F.C. Tucker reports average home prices continue to climb, time on market decreases INDIANAPOLIS – F.C. Tucker Company’s monthly real estate market stats indicated the housing market is still going strong. February 2017 pended sales were up 7.4 percent compared to February 2016. Similarly, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 9.5 percent to $184,170. Despite a dwindling number of houses for sale, home buyers were undaunted, purchasing 2,497 homes in Central Indiana last month, an increase from 2,324 homes sold in February 2016. The majority of the counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
In keeping with the previous month’s trends, homes sold more quickly and for more money in February, signaling a strong seller’s market.
Listings dropped a significant 18.7 percent; 7,500 homes were on the market in February 2017, a decrease of 1,720 from the same time in 2016.
“By all indications, consumer confidence is rising as people are more satisfied with the current state of their finances, said Jim Litten, CEO of F.C. Tucker Company. “This increased confidence typically leads to more spending on large items such as a home—good news for the central Indiana housing market!” Of the pended home sales in the region last month, two were priced at $2,000,000 and above, 12 were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 83 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 280 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 421 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 1,089 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 610 were priced at $99,999 or less. Editor’s Notes:
Central Indiana ends year with a 5.3 percent bump in December home sales
F.C. Tucker reports average year-to-date home prices continue to climb while inventory tightens INDIANAPOLIS – F.C. Tucker Company’s monthly real estate market stats indicated a strong finish to 2016, with home sales up 5.2 percent for the year and December 2016 sales up 5.3 percent compared to December 2015. Likewise, the average year-to-date home price for the 15-county Central Indiana region rose 3.4 percent to $188,616. Home buyers were active in December, despite the weather, and contributed to 1,851 homes sold in Central Indiana, with Putnam and Decatur Counties showing the largest increase in the number of homes sold among the suburban counties. In December, 8 of the 15 counties that F.C. Tucker tracks experienced an increase in sales. Specifically:
Of the pended home sales in the region last month, one was priced above $2,000,000; nine were priced $1,000,000 to $1,999,999; 64 were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 197 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 295 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; 769 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and 516 were priced at $99,999 or less. Editor’s Notes:
With approximately $3.7 billion in annual sales, F.C. Tucker Company is Indiana’s largest independently owned comprehensive real estate firm with more than 40 offices and more than 1,500 sales associates throughout Indiana and select markets in Kentucky. Less than one percent of all real estate firms have the longevity of F.C. Tucker. Founded in 1918, the company’s family of businesses includes a full range of real estate services—mortgages, title insurance, relocation services, a full line of insurance products, auctioning and homeowner warranty products. F.C. Tucker has earned a reputation for its exceptional service, experienced sales associates and “Golden Rule” commitment to its clients and employees. |
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