Why You Shouldn’t Wait Until Spring to Sell Your Home

Key Takeaways:

  • After a turbulent 2020, many homeowners are holding out until spring to list their properties.
  • Though spring is usually the busiest season for real estate, now is the time to take advantage of high prices, low interest rates, and skyrocketing demand for homes.
  • Not sure when to list? Get in touch with us today to explore your options!

Here’s Why Sellers Should Capitalize on 2021’s Hot Winter Housing Market

It’s safe to say that 2020 was a challenging year, both in real estate and for the world as a whole. And as we celebrate new beginnings, many homeowners are pondering a move at some point during 2021. Traditionally, spring is considered the best time of year to sell a home—but thanks to a number of factors, this is no longer the case.

Still not sure if now is the right time to move? Here’s why you shouldn’t wait any longer to put your home on the market.

You won’t have much competition

Modern for sale sign

If you haven’t seen as many “For Sale” signs in your neighborhood recently, you’re not alone. According to the National Association of Realtors, available inventory has plummeted by nearly 40% over the last few months, which is fantastic news for today’s sellers. Continue reading →

Buckingham Place, Canton Real Estate Report for 2020

Buckingham Place Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, Buckingham Place sold a total of 2 homes. This was quite a large difference in inventory from the previous year when 10 homes were sold. The final sale prices ranged above and below the original listing prices.

Homes Sold in 2020:

  • $665,000. 7256 Wadebridge Drive, Canton. 3751 sq. ft., + 1900 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 4.2 baths.
  • $395,000. 48251 Whitney Court, Canton. 2974 sq. ft., + 1400 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.

Currently, the average sale price for homes at Buckingham Place is $530,000, which is a 23.7% increase from the ASP of $428,500 in 2019. The average price per square foot is $155.05, which is an 11.8% increase from the A$/SF of $138.64 in 2019. For more details about homes at Buckingham Place, contact the real estate specialists with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. View more Canton homes here!

Ridgewood, Ann Arbor Condo Report for 2020

Ridgewood Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, Ridgewood sold a total of 3 condos. Considering that this is a more intimate complex with only 23 units, and that only 1 condo sold before, this demonstrates more activity this recent year. All of the condos were sold $5k-$10k below the listing price.

Condos Sold in 2020:

  • $435,000. 656 Ridgewood Court, Ann Arbor. 1780 sq. ft., + 400 in the finished lower level; 3 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.
  • $420,000. 601 Ridgewood Court, Ann Arbor. 1877 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.
  • $380,000. 617 Ridgewood Court, Ann Arbor. 1555 sq. ft., + 649 in the finished lower level; 3 bedrooms and 2.2 baths.

Currently, the average sale price of condos at Ridgewood is $411,667, which is a 20.1% decrease from the sale price of $515,000 in 2019. The average price per square foot is $237.51, which is a considerate 26.8% decline from the price per square foot of $324.51. To learn more about condo values at Ridgewood, contact the experts with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. View more Ann Arbor condos here!

The Hamlet, Canton Real Estate Report for 2020

The Hamlet Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, The Hamlet sold a total of 32 homes. From the previous year, there was 13 more homes sold this year. On average, offers below the listing price were accepted which is great for buyers.

Homes Sold in 2020:

  • $582,000. 51230 Gulfstream Park Lane, Canton. 3648 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $549,999. 51086 Gulfstream Park Lane, Canton. 3262 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 3.0 baths.
  • $535,000. 2213 Blackwood, Canton. 3411 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 4.0 baths.
  • $526,400. 2092 South Penfield Lane, Canton. 3300 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.
  • $525,000. 1958 South Penfield Lane, Canton. 3192 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.
  • $521,000. 51275 Gulfstream Park Lane, Canton. 3362 sq. ft., + 1614 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.
  • $519,195. 2263 Barkhill, Canton. 3125 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $505,000. 50905 Federal Boulevard, Canton. 3247 sq. ft., + 1450 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 5.0 baths.

For a complete list of Sold Homes at The Hamlet, Canton, contact us at (734)761-3060

Currently, the average sale price of homes at The Hamlet is $475,270, which is a 6.1% increase in comparison the ASP of $447,931 in 2019. The average price per square foot is $155.13, which is a 3.8% increase compared to the A$/SF of $149.46 in 2019. For more information about the housing market at The Hamlet, contact the real estate specialists with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. View more Canton homes here!

Brass Creek, Dexter Real Estate Report for 2020

Brass Creek Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, Brass Creek sold a total of 3 homes. In comparison to the prior year, this is only 1 less property. Homes were sold higher and lower than the asking price.

Homes Sold in 2020:

  • $635,000. 4664 Fox Sedge Court, Dexter. 3536 sq. ft., + 1600 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 4.1 baths.
  • $537,000. 7656 Beebalm Court, Dexter. 3275 sq. ft., + 968 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 3.2 baths.
  • $423,000. 7734 Brass Creek Court, Dexter. 2253 sq. ft., + 1345 in the finished lower level; 5 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.

Currently, the average sale price of homes at Brass Creek is $531,667, which is a slight increase compared to the ASP of $525,225 in 2019. The average price per square foot of $177.10, which is a 4.4% decrease from the A$/SF of $185.16 in 2019. If you are curious about home values at Brass Creek, contact the real estate experts with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. View more Dexter homes here!

The Uplands, Ann Arbor Real Estate Report for 2020

The Uplands of Scio Ridge Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, The Uplands sold a total of 5 homes. The previous year saw 1 less home than this year. Mostly, the selling prices were below the listing prices.

Homes Sold in 2020:

  • $615,000. 1975 Snowberry Ridge Road, Ann Arbor. 3160 sq. ft., + 1000 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $565,000. 1861 Chicory Ridge, Ann Arbor. 2732 sq. ft., + 1504 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $555,000. 1658 Snowberry Ridge Road, Ann Arbor. 3077 sq. ft., + 1370 in the finished lower level; 5 bedrooms and 4.1 baths.
  • $550,000. 1853 Cranberry Court, Ann Arbor. 3450 sq. ft., + 1700 in the finished lower level; 5 bedrooms and 4.1 baths.
  • $539,000. 1747 Chicory Road, Ann Arbor. 3194 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.

Currently, the average sale price of homes at The Uplands is $564,800, which is an 11.3% increase in comparison to the ASP of $507,500 in 2019. The average price per square foot is $181.99, which is a 7.1% decline from the A$/SF of $195.97 in 2019. For additional information about the housing market at The Uplands, contact the real estate specialists with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. Discover more Ann Arbor homes here!

Arlington Park, Canton Real Estate Report for 2020

Arlington Park Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, Arlington Park sold only 1 home. Considering that the neighborhood consists of 38 properties, and that only 1 home was sold last year too, this is typical. The offer that was put in was a considerable amount above the listing price, making a nice profit for the seller.

Home Sold in 2020:

  • $675,000. 653 Holtbrooke Drive, Canton. 3380 sq. ft., + 1400 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.

Currently, the sale price of the home at Arlington Park is $675,000, which is a substantial 73.3% increase compared to the SP of $389,500 in 2019. The price per square foot is $199.70, which is a significant 44.8% rise from the $/SF of $137.88 in 2019. To learn more about home values at Arlington Park, contact the real estate experts with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. View more Canton homes here!

Hometown Village of Ann Arbor, Real Estate Report for 2020

Hometown Village of Ann Arbor Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, Hometown Village of Ann Arbor sold a total of 8 homes. And this was an increase of 3 homes from the year before. On average, selling prices were below the listing price, although some were the on par.

Homes Sold in 2020:

  • $449,900. 1545 Chapleau Drive, Ann Arbor. 2391 sq. ft., + 950 in the finished lower level; 5 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $417,500. 1327 Timmins Drive, Ann Arbor. 2019 sq. ft., + 900 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $410,000. 1668 Chapleau Drive, Ann Arbor. 1842 sq. ft., + 800 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 2.2 baths.
  • $390,000. 1548 Chapleau Drive, Ann Arbor. 1674 sq. ft., + 610 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $390,000. 1620 Chapleau Drive, Ann Arbor. 1990 sq. ft., + 600 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.
  • $375,000. 1419 North Bay Drive, Ann Arbor. 1849 sq. ft., + 780 in the finished lower level; 5 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $369,000. 1609 Chapleau Drive, Ann Arbor. 1674 sq. ft., + 782 in the finished lower level; 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths.
  • $345,000. 1324 Timmins Drive, Ann Arbor. 2091 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.

Currently, the average sale price of homes at Hometown Village of Ann Arbor is $393,300, which is a 3.4% increase in comparison from the ASP of $380,380 in 2019. The average price per square is $203.45, which is a 6.4% rise compared to the A$/SF of $191.29 in 2019. For more information about the housing market at Hometown Village of Ann Arbor, contact the real estate specialists with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. View more Ann Arbor homes here!

Ralaric Farms, Dexter Real Estate Report for 2020

Ralaric Farms Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, Ralaric Farms sold a total of 2 homes. Last year there was only 1 home sold. Both offers were accepted below the listing price, meaning that buyers struck a deal.

Homes Sold in 2020:

  • $495,000. 6804 Ralaric Drive, Dexter. 2912 sq. ft., + 1764 in the finished lower level; 3 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.
  • $420,000. 6651 Ralaric Drive, Dexter. 2785 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2.1 baths.

Currently, the average sale price of homes at Ralaric Farms is $457,500, which is a 7.6% increase compared to the sale price of $425,000 in 2019. The average price per square foot is $160.40, which is a 10.3% decrease from the price per square foot of $178.80 in 2019. For more information about home values at Ralaric Farms, contact the real estate specialists with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. Vie more Dexter homes here!

Country Village, Ann Arbor Condo Report for 2020

Country Village Year End Market Report – 2020

In 2020, Country Village sold only 1 condo. As well, there was only 1 condo sold the previous year. Luckily for the seller, the offer was slightly above the listing price.

Condo Sold in 2020:

  • $325,000. 2542 Country Village Court, Ann Arbor. 1501 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 3.0 baths.

Currently, the sale price of the condo at Country Village is $325,000, which is a 4.8% increase in comparison to the SP of $310,000 in 2019. The price per square foot is $216.52, which is a 10.5% increase compared to the A$/SF of $193.75 in 2019. If you would like to learn more about condos at Country Village, contact the experts with The Bouma Group at (734)761-3060 or email info@bouma.com. View more Ann Arbor condos here!