Different Local Real Estate Markets Are Performing, Unsurprisingly, Differently


Different Local Real Estate Markets Are Performing, Unsurprisingly, Differently
By Scott Rogers • May 23, 2024
If you are relocating from a small rural area (or from a much larger city) to Harrisonburg, you are likely to experience different market dynamics in the two local markets. If you are relocating from Harrisonburg to a much larger city (or to a much more rural area) you are likely to experience different market dynamics in the two local markets. In conversations with folks moving to or from larger markets, I have heard anecdotes of... 20+ offers within a few days of a house being listed for sale 30+ showings within a few days of a house being listed for sale Buyers offering 10% to 20% over the asking price. Those sort of (extreme!) market dynamics are not currently being seen very frequently in Harrisonburg... but every local market is different. Consult an active, professional, local Realtor in the area where you are relocating to or from in order to understand current market dynamics in that market. Knowing how the market is performing will help you set proper expectations relative to potential offer terms and contingencies. Receive Updates by Email Recent Articles: There Are Plenty Of Types Of Houses That Exist That Just Are Not Available To Purchase Home Sales By Price Range In The City Of Harrisonburg Are You Compromising On Aspects Of Your Next Home That You Can Or Cannot Change Later? How Much Slower Are The Winter Months In Our Local Housing Market? Rockingham County and New Home Sales Drive Surge in Area Housing Market Find The Balance Between Optimistic And Realistic Home Pricing Room Size Is Difficult To Understand Solely From Real Estate Photos How Much Would You Value Not Having To Prepare Your Home For Showings? One Out Of Four Homes Is Taking Longer Than A Month To Sell Consider The Cost Of Your Planned Renovations When Planning Your Offer
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
Based on information from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS® or its MLS, for the period Jan 1, 2000 through Nov 21, 2024 (unless otherwise noted).
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