June Market Update

By LINDSAY FRICKS

Pictures tell 1,000 words… If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I love my charts! I’ve become so obsessed that I now host a monthly webinar for other real estate data hounds. I am a fact based decision maker so having the numbers to support my decisions and how I guide my clients is super critical to my success. I’d love to have you join my next Arizona Real Estate Happy Hour on Thursday, June 11th at 6pm. Click here to register

For the June market update I am highlighting three metrics that I feel are good indicators of what’s happening in our local market. Showings, active listings and accepted contracts are leading indicators to strong real estate sales. We’ve seen return to pre-pandemic levels on all three fronts. 

1. Showings– This is a key leading indicator because if people aren’t seeing homes it’s pretty difficult to sell a home. The orange line dropped like it was hottttt through mid-April. However, it’s been steadily increasing since then with a return to near normal levels in the last two weeks. Those who temporarily took a time out from showing houses have now returned and we will see those numbers play out in the third chart I’ll show you.

Arizona Market Update June

2.  Active Listings– As you can see in the brown line, all of 2020 has been significantly below inventory levels from the previous 4 years. During the first six weeks of the pandemic we saw a temporary increase in active listings. This concerned some that we may be headed towards a buyers market where prices would likely decrease, but that inventory was quickly gobbled up by buyers who saw COVID as their opportunity to get a home with less competition.

June Market Update Arizona

3. Accepted Contracts– These are the contracts agreed to by buyers and sellers reported each week. These numbers dropped off significantly in the first six weeks of the pandemic due to the plummet of the stock market and fears about COVID. Since mid-April, however, accepted contracts have climbed right back to pre-pandemic levels which is a good sign for the future of real estate in Arizona.

June Market Update Arizona

In summary, we have a long way to go before our economy and unemployment recover from COVID, but all indicators are pointing to a stabilization of the housing market in Arizona. If you’re interested in learning more about the local real estate market make sure you join my deep dive on the numbers by registering here

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Median Home Price

$325,000

Annual Appreciation Rate

+7%

Estimated Population

450k

Median Age

34

East
Valley

why you want to live here

The two largest and most popular cities in the East Valley are Gilbert and Chandler. Once known for agriculture, the area has now been transformed into some of the most well known suburbs. Both cities have experienced tremendous growth in population and along with it now has all the amenities of larger cities. The suburbs are highly focused around families and have lots of parks, recreation and many family events year-round.

Median Home Price

$261,096

Annual Appreciation Rate

+8%

Estimated Population

1.6M

Median Age

33

Central
Phoenix

why you want to live here

Phoenix is the heart of The Valley of the Sun and capital of Arizona. Known for warm temperatures year-round and sprawling urban space surrounded by desert mountains. Phoenix is the 6th largest city in the US and home to nearly 1.6 million people. Phoenix has just about something to offer everyone: numerous golf course, professional sports teams, hiking trails, concerts, festivals and much more. With an affordable cost of living there’s a place for everyone with the Phoenix metro.

Median Home Price

$308,750

Annual Appreciation Rate

+8%

Estimated Population

174k

Median Age

28.5

Tempe

why you want to live here

Tempe is a city just east of Phoenix, in Arizona. Its striking Tempe Center for the Arts hosts concerts, dance and comedy shows. Nearby, Tempe Town Lake is dotted with kayaks, pedal boats and paddleboards. Tempe Beach Park hosts outdoor festivals. Rising above the city, Hayden Butte is a mountain dotted with centuries-old rock art. Sporting events and concerts are held at Wells Fargo Arena.

Median Home Price

$725,000

Annual Appreciation Rate

8%

Estimated Population

36,241

Median Age

39

Scottsdale

why you want to live here

Scottsdale has long had a reputation as one of the most affluent cities in the West most well known for high end golf, spas, resorts, restaurants and shopping. There are over 27 golf courses located within the Scottsdale boundaries. The Southern part of Scottsdale is home to the historic Old Town area. The southwestern charm, numerous restaurants, bars and shopping as well as exciting nightlight make Old Town a hot spot for both young and old. Central Scottsdale is home to many popular golf communities such as McCormick Ranch, Gainey Ranch and Kierland Commons.  North Scottsdale is home to to two of the valleys largest annual events: the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction and the Waste Management Open PGA tournament. These events along with the 5 professional baseball spring training facilities bring millions of visitors into the area throughout the Spring months.

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