How much your home worth? How can I put this
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How much your home worth? How can I put this
How much your home worth? How can I put this Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up. But have you ever stopped to think about what that actually means for your Beacon Hill condo?
Boston condo for sale prices have risen dramatically over the past five years — far more than usual. And if selling has been on your mind, this could mean a bigger-than-expected payday when you list. So, how much has your home’s value really changed? Let’s break it down.
The Rapid Rise of Boston Condo Prices of the Past 5 Years
Typically, Boston Seaport condo prices go up by about 2-5% a year. But in 2021-2022, there were double-digit increases. And at the peak, prices rose by a staggering 20% or more nationally. Why? There were way more buyers than homes available, which sent prices soaring. While things have normalized since then, you still get to reap the benefits of those massive increases.
Your house has gained way more value than it normally would in such a short period of time – and that means a lot more wealth for you, too.
The map below uses data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to show that, nationally, prices have gone up by nearly 60% in just the past 5 years alone. Here’s a breakdown that takes that one step further and gives you the numbers by state:
If you’ve been holding off on selling your Boston condo because you were worried about buying your next home at today’s rates and prices, let that sink in. It may be more than enough to help close the affordability gap and get you into your next house.
And what if you’ve been there for longer? That means your home’s value is probably even higher now. You get to stack the abnormal gains of the past 5 years on top of five years of more normal appreciation too. And an agent can help you figure out what that really looks like.
How To Find Out What Your Condominium Is Really Worth
While a percentage is great, you probably want more specific numbers. The only way to get an accurate look at what your house is really worth is to talk to a local real estate agent.
While the map above gives you the average appreciation rate by state, it doesn’t take your local market into consideration. Like, is inventory still low where you live? That may drive prices higher, and faster. Or maybe you’ve done renovation that’ll add even more value to your house. Those are insights you’ll need an agent to provide.
An agent will know what’s happening where you live and can stack that up against the data and the condition of your home to give you the best estimate of its value possible. Only they have the data and expertise to find out your real number today.
Boston Condos for Sale and the Bottom Line
Home values have climbed — maybe more than you expected. Are you curious about what your house is worth in today’s market? Connect with an agent so you can find out.
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How much your home worth? How can I put this
How much your home worth? How can I put this
Home values in much of Massachusetts are 5-10% off from highs seen in the years 2002 – 2005, although some neighborhoods in Boston appear to be bucking the trend (if you are considering selling your condo in the Back Bay or South End, I’d say it is as good a time as any, actually). Regardless, it’s an uncertain time in real estate, wouldn’t you say?
Which makes the following story just a bit disturbing!
From Realtor.org:
Perception does not match up with reality when it comes to home prices, according to the results of a survey of homeowners released today by real estate valuation and marketing company Zillow.
While about 62 percent of homeowners surveyed said they believe their home values have increased or held steady in the past year, the reality is that about 73 percent of U.S. homes lost value, according to an analysis of Zillow’s second-quarter real estate market reports data, due out Aug. 12 …
… About 75 percent of homeowners expect their home values to increase or remain level during the next six months, the survey also found …
Also believed: that eating six donuts a day will actually keep you from gaining weight.
Source: Owners misjudge home value trends – Zillow.com by way of Realtor.org
