Bonita Springs 2017 Year End Market Update

Check out the 2017 Real Estate Update for Bonita Springs provided by the Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS®

​According to the Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS® Media Committee, the overall number of pending sales has increased by 7 percent in December 2017 compared to December 2016, and by 2 percent for 12-month ending 2017 versus 2016.  Closed transactions for December 2017 were reported as a 21 percent decrease, but this is likely due to the postponement of some hurricane repairs.  Additionally, condominium pending sales have increased 31 percent month over month, continuing the trend of price stabilization observed over the last several months in this segment.

January 2018 Report:
Stability Rules the Bonita Springs and Estero Markets
 
Bonita Springs, FL | January 17, 2018 ------ According to the Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS® Media Committee, the overall number of pending sales has increased by 7 percent in December 2017 compared to December 2016, and by 2 percent for 12-month ending 2017 versus 2016.  Closed transactions for December 2017 were reported as a 21 percent decrease, but this is likely due to the postponement of some hurricane repairs.  Additionally, condominium pending sales have increased 31 percent month over month, continuing the trend of price stabilization observed over the last several months in this segment.
Area brokers are also reporting increased activity for open houses and buyers who are ready to make offers.  “Now that storm repairs and the holidays are behind us, buyers are here and ready to see properties,” stated Sherry Stein, Managing Broker, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida Realty, Bonita Springs. She adds, “Savvy buyers know that opportunities are here now, and they no longer want to wait.”
New construction homes continue to be a viable choice for buyers, but area brokers are still urging buyers not to go it alone without their own REALTOR®, as new construction community on-site agents work for the builder/developer.  “In a new construction transaction, your agent is instrumental is the negotiation process,” stated Victor Asencio, Broker-Owner, SWFL Luxury Realty, Bonita Springs.  He adds, “Not having your own agent essentially leaves money on the table and no one looking out for the buyer’s interests.”  Additionally, the builder/developer pays the buyer agent’s commission, making it a win-win situation for any buyer to have their own agent in the transaction.
Year over year, inventory has remained stable despite potential challenges of last year’s election and this year’s storm.  There was a slight dip noted in late September and early October 2017, but overall Hurricane Irma did not affect year-over-year numbers. The Bonita Springs and Estero markets continue to be stable with both pricing and inventory.  “We’re currently in a stable market where price still sells. Properties priced at fair market value will continue to sell, as those are the properties receiving multiple offers,” stated Jerry Murphy, Broker, Downing-Frye Realty, Bonita Springs.” We’re anticipating a solid winter buying season here in Bonita Springs and Estero,” he adds.
The Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS® January 2018 Report shows these overall findings for both single family and condominiums combined for the month of December 2017.

To ensure your next real estate transaction in the Bonita Springs or Estero market is a success, contact a Bonita Springs – Estero REALTOR® member by visiting BonitaSpringsRealtors.com.

 
*Inventory calculations are based on property listings that exist within the Southwest Florida MLS.  Only properties in zip codes 33928, 34134 and 34135 are included.  Single family homes are tabulated with the building design of single family, villa detached, or manufactured with land conveyed.  Condo units are tabulated using properties with a building design of low-rise, mid-rise, high-rise or villa attached.
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