Eleven Oaks Realty is proud to present their April 2016 Austin Condo Price Report measuring activity in the Austin condo market. The April 2016 Austin Condo Price Report covers all condominiums and townhomes in the City of Austin.
Number of Austin Condos Sold Up 4%
In April 2016, 247 condos sold in Austin compared to 237 in April 2015, marking a 4% (10 condo) increase in year over year numbers.
1% Increase in the Number of Condos Under Contract
In April 2016, there were 274 condos that went under contract (pending) in Austin compared to 272 in April 2015, marking a 1% increase (2 condo) in year over year numbers. This month, the condo market seems to be on pace with last year’s activity.
Time to Sell an Austin Condo Up 8%
In April 2016, it took 34 days to sell a condo in Austin compared to 31 days in April 2015 marking an 8% increase in year over year numbers. Considering prices are up 7%, most sellers don’t mind waiting the few extra days.
Austin Condo Inventory Up 8%
In April 2016, we had 2.1 months of inventory on the Austin condo market compared to 1.9 months in April 2015. This marks an 8% increase in year over year inventory numbers. With less than 3 months inventory, the Austin condo market favors sellers. But, with a larger increase in supply than demand, buyers might not feel the pinch just yet.
Number of Austin Condos Listed for Sale Down 7%
In April 2016, there were 361 condos and townhomes listed for sale in Austin compared to 387 in April 2015 marking a 7% decrease in year over year numbers. This month fewer condo sellers decided to put their units on the market than at this time last year. It will be interesting to see if next month’s numbers show a decrease as well.
Number of Condos on the Austin Market Up 8%
In April 2016, there were 905 condos and townhomes for sale in Austin compared to 840 in April 2015, marking an 8% increase in year over year numbers. If you’re a buyer looking for a condo in Austin, take advantage of the increase in your choices before demand outpaces supply.
Median Sold Price of Austin Condos Up 7%
In April 2016, the median sold price of a condo in Austin was $262,000 compared to $245,000 in April 2015, marking a 7% increase in year over year numbers. Austin condo buyers continue to make competitive offers, which is driving the price of an Austin condo up.
Median For Sale Price Up 11% vs Median Sold Price Up 7%
In April 2016, the median price of a for sale condo in Austin was $350,000 compared to $314,900 in April 2015, marking an 11% increase. The median sold price of a condo in Austin went from $245,000 in April 2015 to $262,000 in April 2016, marking a 7% increase.
Number of Austin Condos Taken off the Market Up 36%
The number of expired condos in Austin (number of condos that were taken off the market) was up 36% or 17 condos in year over year figures. In April 2016, there were 64 condos taken off the market compared to 47 in April 2015. As we’ve seen in the single family home market in Austin for the past few months, more sellers are taking their properties off the market this year compared to last year.
Austin Condo Supply Up 8% and Condo Demand Up 4%
This month we saw an 8% increase in the supply (number of condos for sale) and a 4% increase in demand for Austin condos.
Source: Clarus Market Metrics, ACTRIS Sold Data
April 2016 Austin Condo Numbers
In April 2016, there were 248 condos and townhomes that sold in Austin. Condos ranged in size from 350-2,978 sq ft with 1-4 bedrooms and 1-4 bathrooms. The most expensive condo that sold in Austin sold for $1,450,000 and the least expensive condo sold for $72,500. It took, on average, 30 days to sell a condo in Austin and sellers received, on average, 98.31% of their original list prices. The average price per square foot of a condo in Austin in April 2016 was $256.71.
| Beds | Baths | SqFt | List Price | LP/SqFt | Sold Price | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | SP/OLP | ADOM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 1 | 1 | 350 | $72,500 | $90.50 | $72,500 | $90.50 | 87.16% | 77.71% | 0 |
| Max | 4 | 4 | 2,978 | $1,450,000 | $995.33 | $1,450,000 | $965.73 | 111.20% | 112.43% | 359 |
| Avg | 2 | 2 | 1,273 | $310,602 | $260.13 | $306,775 | $256.71 | 99.05% | 98.31% | 30 |
| Median | 2 | 2 | 1,210 | $362,450 | $228.62 | $261,000 | $229.33 | 99.72% | 98.98% | 11 |
| Search Criteria | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Status | Sold | Sold Date | April 2016 |
| Property Type | Condos & Townhomes | Number Sold | 248 |
| Source: | ABoR Sales Data | Area | Austin |
Time to Buy? Sell?
As we always say, the time to buy or sell a condo in Austin is when it’s right for you. Trying to time your condo purchase or sale for the market is next to impossible. The only way to know we’ve hit the peak or the bottom of the market is when it’s behind us. The most important factor in the decision to purchase is are you financially and emotionally ready to own a condo? Work with professionals who can help you wade through your finances and living situation and help you make an informed decision.
If you are looking strictly at the numbers, it appears as though the recommendation is – it is time to buy. With an 8% increase in supply and a 5% increase in demand, buyers will seemingly have more choices than they have in the past. Though inventory is at just over 2 months, an indicator of a strong seller’s market, the increase in supply might give buyers the slight edge they need to make a quick decision. Remember, the most successful buyers are proactive with their search and clear on they types of units they are looking for. Follow those two rules and you can beat other buyers to the best condos. If you’re looking to buy, our team of experienced buyer’s agents can help you find the right condo in the right complex for you and your family. Because we know the market, we’re also pretty good at negotiating good deals as well. Check out our Austin Home Buyer Representation Program for more info about how we’ll consult you to a thoughtful purchase, rather than hard sell you the first condo we see.
If you’re looking to sell, demand is expected to pick up this month. If this Spring is like the past several, we expect demand to outpace supply. This year’s buyers are willing to pay about 7% more than they were last year, so even though it is taking longer to sell, sellers are being rewarded with more money. Make your home stand out as a value compared to the competition and you will be successful at getting an offer quickly. Remember, positioning your home as a value doesn’t just mean pricing lower. If you’re looking to sell a condo in Austin, spend some time preparing your condo to meet the market. The best condos are still selling quickly and for more money than they were last year. With some preparation and market appropriate pricing, you’ll have no trouble finding a buyer. Check out our Condo Marketing Plan, which we know is the best in Austin for how our team will sell your home faster and for more money than any other team in Austin.
How Much is My Condo Worth?
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Questions About the Austin Condo Price Report?
Do you have questions about our Austin Condo Price Report? Looking to buy or sell a condo or townhome in Austin? Call us at (512) 827-8323 or email us at info@11OaksRealty.com and we’ll help you in any way we can. If you’re looking to buy or sell Austin condos, don’t forget to check out our Austin Buyer Resources and Austin Seller Resources for more tips.
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