Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of July 26th - August 2nd, 2018

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 309 (341, 359, 335, 306) *307
Sold:  176  (163, 182, 174, 217) *142
Sale To Listing Ratio: 57% (48%, 51%, 52%, 71%) *46%
Price Changes: 198 (201, 249, 206, 190) *196
Listings that went conditional/pending: 219 (199, 207, 175, 220)  *191
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 183 (90, 112, 229, 80) *290
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,195 (4,273, 4,233, 4,225, 4,273) +4,805
Absorption Rate in weeks:  24 (23, 22, 22, 21)  *30

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,409 (2,452, 2,446, 2,457, 2,479) *2,968
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $314,644 ($325k,$332k, $308k,$335k) *$325k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $305,260 ($316k,$323k, $299k,$323k)  *$314k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97%  (97%, 97%, 96%, 96%) *97%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $289,000 ($289k,$289k,$290k,$290k)*$280k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,900 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$272k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 88 (61, 55, 69, 58) *81

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  381 (384, 392, 408, 424) *451
Average Condo Listing Price:  $210,950 ($227k, $236k, $212k, $239k) *$280k
Average Condo Selling Price: $207,500 ($220k, $226k, $204k, $229k) *$270k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (97%, 96%, 96%, 96%)  97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $229,900 ($230k, $235k, $235k, $238k) *$235k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $222,700 ($221k, $225k, $225k, $228k) *$225k
Average Days on Market Condos: 100 (81, 117, 69, 87) *68

Active Vacant Lots: 1,055  (1,068, 1,018, 994, 998) *1,158

Market Rant 
Between the natural inventory reduction and the elevated sales stats as of late, products seem to be reducing at a faster rate than normal. This time of year usually sees the overall inventory decline and continue that trend to the lowest point of the year (December), but at this rate, we will be out of products by the time that happens! Maybe not quite that bad, but it is a significant difference from the last few market years. As mentioned, sales continue the solid reporting this week, and so is the buyer activity. Values remain steady and the average time on market is holding fast as well. Hot weather and a hot market make a great pairing, with lots of excitement on the horizon as we crest the halfway point of the year and start our decent into the winter market months. Let's not think of that quite yet though, especially heading into the long weekend! Have a great one everybody, and make it count! Thanks for stopping by!

Passion may be 8 years old but you would never know it after spending some time with her! She is high energy and a very loveable AmStaff mix who is seeking her forever home. 

The perfect place for her would have a big yard where she can run, play, or just hang out with her family. A home with children 16 and up would be best for Passion! 

She was surrendered to the shelter when her previous owners were no longer able to care for her. She joined by her son-Fury. Passion would prefer a home with no other animals. 

Passion loves everyone she meets!
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This "cuddly companion" is available through the Nova Scotia SPCA, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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Nestled in the heart of The Ravines, you will find this stunning executive bungalow situated on one of the best lots in the neighbourhood, with panoramic views of the Bedford basin! Greeted by the massive foyer, you are immediately lured into the open concept great room by the soaring ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and wall of windows capturing the breathtaking view. The design of the main floor revolves around the sweeping vista, including the chefs dream kitchen with pro grade appliances, sizeable dining space, and living room accented by a cozy fireplace. The main level also boasts two generously sized bedrooms, a full bath, and the master bedroom complete with huge walk in closet, luxurious ensuite bath, and walkout to the deck. The lower level hosts an enormous walkout recreation room, fourth bedroom, two handy flex rooms, full bath and tons of storage! Outside you will find the massive deck and lower level patio, perfect for hosting any caliber of event, or for when you want to watch both Bedford and Halifax fireworks. Rare find in one of the most desirable and executive neighbourhoods in the city, with all the finishes you would expect with such a stately home. Call today to book your private tour! Or CONTACT me at your convenience! 

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of July 19th - 26th, 2018

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 341 (359, 335, 306, 332) *305
Sold:  163  (182, 174, 217, 189) *167
Sale To Listing Ratio: 48% (51%, 52%, 71%, 57%) *55%
Price Changes: 201 (249, 206, 190, 189) *197
Listings that went conditional/pending: 199 (207, 175, 220, 222)  *194
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 90 (112, 229, 80, 101) *115
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,273 (4,233, 4,225, 4,273, 4,284) +4,884
Absorption Rate in weeks:  23 (22, 22, 21, 22)  *30

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,452 (2,446, 2,457, 2,479, 2,489) *2,999
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $325,135($332k, $308k,$335k,$342k) *$300k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $316,305 ($323k, $299k,$323k,$330k)  *$287k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97%  (97%, 96%, 96%, 96%) *96%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $289,000 ($289k,$290k,$290k,$290k)*$279k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,000 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$270k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 61 (55, 69, 58, 57) *74

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  384 (392, 408, 424, 430) *473
Average Condo Listing Price:  $227,155 ($236k, $212k, $239k, $296k) *$237k
Average Condo Selling Price: $219,717 ($226k, $204k, $229k, $290k) *$227k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (96%, 96%, 96%, 98%)  96%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $229,900 ($235k, $235k, $238k, $239k) *$235k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $221,000 ($225k, $225k, $228k, $230k) *$225k
Average Days on Market Condos: 81 (117, 69, 87, 40) *66

Active Vacant Lots: 1,068  (1,018, 994, 998, 995) *1,176

Market Rant 
For the last few weeks we have seen listings pour to the market in higher numbers than normal for this time of year, which may be chalked up to the extremely long Spring we had, or that word has finally spread that properties are moving! Not seeing the type of buyer volume we enjoyed not even 3 weeks ago, but there are still many out there looking for a place to call home. The absorption rate gained a week this week, but it has been quite steady in the last few months, reducing from last year at this time by a staggering seven weeks at this point. Believe it or not, that gap was much larger earlier in the year, but the strong market of 2017 has somewhat held its ground to keep it interesting. The noticeable improvements from 2017, and not just the absorption rate, include overall product values, average time spent on market, and fewer listings hitting the expired/cancelled churn. I think last year caught a lot of people off guard, and the early ramp up of the 2018 market year even more so. I did mention the wind falling out of the sails of the market as soon as July hit, but it was more of a downgrade from gale force to strong breeze. Still several legs of the 2018 market year journey, so be sure to stay tuned to the blog to see how we finish! Thanks for stopping by!

Groot is a handsome fella looking for trouble! Don't let his sweet puppy eyes deceive you, this boy is 50% muscle and 50% energy.

His family should be confident around dogs and physically strong to manage 70lbs of unruly puppy love.
Groot is too easily aroused, therefore, very specific training and handling techniques must be carried out when working with him: calm, quiet, firm and delicious!

Groot's ideal home would be:
- With or without other pets
- With humans over the age of 18, excited to master the art of dog training!
- No apartments

Groot's adoption is by appointment only. If you are interested in this smiley fella, please email adoptions@citypound.ca to book a viewing.​
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of July 5th - 12th, 2018

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 359 (335, 306, 332, 348) *360
Sold:  182  (174, 217, 189, 182) *164
Sale To Listing Ratio: 51% (52%, 71%, 57%, 52%) *46%
Price Changes: 249 (206, 190, 189, 230) *229
Listings that went conditional/pending: 207 (175, 220, 222, 220)  *186
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 112 (229, 80, 101, 90) *114
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,233 (4,225, 4,273, 4,284, 4,273) +4,868
Absorption Rate in weeks:  22 (22, 21, 22, 22)  *27

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,446 (2,457, 2,479, 2,489, 2,476) *2,998
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $332,081 ($308k,$335k,$342k,$353k) *$307k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $323,257 ($299k,$323k,$330k,$343k)  *$302k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97%  (96%, 96%, 96%, 97%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $289,000 ($290k,$290k,$290k,$290k)*$275k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,000 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$270k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 55 (69, 58, 57, 52) *77

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  392 (408, 424, 430, 431) *485
Average Condo Listing Price:  $235,866 ($212k, $239k, $296k, $273k) *$270k
Average Condo Selling Price: $226,323 ($204k, $229k, $290k, $264k) *$261k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96% (96%, 96%, 98%, 97%)  97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $234,950 ($235k, $238k, $239k, $238k) *$234k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $225,000 ($225k, $228k, $230k, $226k) *$223k
Average Days on Market Condos: 117 (69, 87, 40, 88) *114

Active Vacant Lots: 1,018  (994, 998, 995, 984) *1,156

Market Rant 
Back at it again this week! Although the tempo and pace of the market seemed to be slowly winding down, it appears that the stats are reporting different than the "feel" of the market. This could be a result of the June remnants washing into July, but some of the more direct reflection stats, like the number of accepted offers this week, could argue that it's full steam ahead. New listing additions were pretty much on par to this week last year, but sales were up slightly in contrast. Inventory did see a slight increase this week, but both single family homes, and condo numbers decreased. The culprit for the inflation, it seems, is vacant land. Overall, values in both tracked products surged back this week, and the absorption rate held fast at the 22 week mark, which is a good indicator of a healthy market. We may be over the peak of the season, but there is still fight in the market yet. Stay tuned to stay on top of it! Thanks for stopping by!

Name: Tarzan
breed: am staff
Age : 2 yrs 
neutered,utd on vaccines
healthy and fit ,gentle and loving as per the breeds character
no cats
fearful of men
no little kids as he is nervous 
dogs unknown at this point but he was not reactive on leash
would make a great companion
He did warm up to his person's husband with bribery but always approached nervous with tail between his legs
He went to work dailey with his person and also hung out on the farm never wandering off
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 28th - July 5th, 2018

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 335 (306, 332, 348, 378) *302
Sold:  174  (217, 189, 182, 218) *146
Sale To Listing Ratio: 52% (71%, 57%, 52%, 58%) *48%
Price Changes: 206 (190, 189, 230, 246) *189
Listings that went conditional/pending: 175 (220, 222, 220, 198)  *176
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 229 (80, 101, 90, 173) *257
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,225 (4,273, 4,284, 4,273, 4,249) +4,825
Absorption Rate in weeks:  22 (21, 22, 22, 21)  *26

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,457 (2,479, 2,489, 2,476, 2,478) *2,957
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $307,946 ($335k,$342k,$353k,$333k) *$286k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $298,617 ($323k,$330k,$343k,$325k)  *$276k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96%  (96%, 96%, 97%,98%) *97%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $289,500 ($290k,$290k,$290k,$289k)*$275k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,000 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$270k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 69 (58, 57, 52, 50) *85

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  408 (424, 430, 431, 422) *476
Average Condo Listing Price:  $211,609 ($239k, $296k, $273k, $321k) *$245k
Average Condo Selling Price: $204,400 ($229k, $290k, $264k, $310k) *$232k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96% (96%, 98%, 97%, 97%)  95%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $234,950 ($238k, $239k, $238k, $238k) *$230k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $225,000 ($228k, $230k, $226k, $226k) *$220k
Average Days on Market Condos: 69 (87, 40, 88, 60) *103

Active Vacant Lots: 994  (998, 995, 984, 978) *1,159

Market Rant 
What a month June was! It wasn't until the last week that things started to slowly edge off the pedal, even still, it was just slightly. No doubt the warm weather brings the "at last" feeling of Summer, so it's not a surprise that Haligonians may have been out doing fun things, besides house shopping. Also, it was the Canada Day long weekend, which I would go out on a limb and say is the fourth biggest holiday vacancy next to Christmas (week), Remembrance Day, and the August long weekend. Despite the holiday, it was relativity business per new trend, with more listings to market and only a slight sales reduction this week. Oddly, values in both tracked products took a reduction, but so did the overall inventory for the third week in a row. There is still a rather large gap between the inventory levels from this year to last, but it seems to be narrowing week to week. Same too can be said about the absorption rate. Just a few weeks ago it seemed as if we would take a commanding lead on 2017, but it seems as though there might still be time for a bit of cat and mouse. You will have to stop by to see how the race ends! Thanks for stopping by!

Meet Sophia! If you're looking for an adventurous four-legged friend this summer, come and meet Sophia! Sophia not only enjoys the water, but loves long walks, games of fetch and tug-of-war. She loves the great outdoors and lounging in the sun on warm days. If you have a summer bucket list, Sophia would love to accomplish these things with you! 

Sophia's ideal home would be:
- Without other animals
- With children over the age of 12

Sophia gets excited very easily and will benefit from leadership and obedience. Because of this, registration with obedience classes is mandatory upon adoption. She also prefers the company of people over animals so no dogs or cats for her.
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 21st - 28th, 2018

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 306 (332, 348, 378, 350) *319
Sold:  217  (189, 182, 218, 194) *168
Sale To Listing Ratio: 71% (57%, 52%, 58%, 55%) *53%
Price Changes: 190 (189, 230, 246, 264) *273
Listings that went conditional/pending: 220 (222, 220, 198, 247)  *198
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 80 (101, 90, 173, 81) *151
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,273 (4,284, 4,273, 4,249, 4,235) +4,905
Absorption Rate in weeks:  21 (22, 22, 21, 22)  *25

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,479 (2,489, 2,476, 2,478, 2,472) *2,869
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $334,841 ($342k,$353k,$333k,$339k) *$308k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $322,560 ($330k,$343k,$325k,$333k)  *$298k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96%  (96%, 97%,98%, 98%) *97%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $289,500 ($290k,$290k,$289k,$286k)*$280k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,000 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$270k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 58 (57, 52, 50,53) *69

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  424 (430, 431, 422, 415) *485
Average Condo Listing Price:  $238,465 ($296k, $273k, $321k, $307k) *$280k
Average Condo Selling Price: $228,612 ($290k, $264k, $310k, $297k) *$270k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96% (98%, 97%, 97%, 97%)  96%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $237,700 ($239k, $238k, $238k, $238k) *$230k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $228,200 ($230k, $226k, $226k, $227k) *$220k
Average Days on Market Condos: 87 (40, 88, 60, 59) *81

Active Vacant Lots: 998  (995, 984, 978, 975) *1,165

Market Rant 
Just when you thought the market tempo leading into Summer was questionable, not even two weeks in and bam! highest sales to list ratio of the year! The below average additions to the inventory this week, coupled with the high volume of sales set the StL ratio soaring this week, in what certainly has to be a surprise to some...including myself. Although the Spring market was a powerhouse of activity, a few weeks of that market season indicated a pattern of interruption, one that seemed to indicate the beginning of the slower time of the year. These first few weeks of Summer have proven quite the opposite. Values for both tracked products took a bit of a slide this week, along with their coupled six month median values. Despite this, buyer activity is still in full swing, and the absorption rate fell to the twenty one week mark again. Solid report overall, and a market that I am certainly interested to keep watch on. Do the same by checking into the blog on a regular basis! Thanks for stopping by!

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Meet Lucky. He is great with cats and dogs but no kids. He's afraid of children and will growl but has no bite history. Has food allergies and is crate trained.
He would to love play with another young dog.
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 14th - 21st, 2018
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 332 (348, 378, 350, 336) *343
Sold:  189  (182, 218, 194, 195) *200
Sale To Listing Ratio: 57% (52%, 58%, 55%, 58%) *58%
Price Changes: 189 (230, 246, 264, 165) *228
Listings that went conditional/pending: 222 (220, 198, 247, 195)  *245
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 101 (90, 173, 81, 90) *132
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,284 (4,273, 4,249, 4,235, 4,229) +4,909
Absorption Rate in weeks:  22 (22, 21, 22, 23)  *26

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,489 (2,476, 2,478, 2,472, 2,480) *3,024
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $342,275 ($353k,$333k,$339k,$322k) *$291k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $329,986 ($343k,$325k,$333k,$313k)  *$283k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 96%  (97%,98%, 98%, 97%) *97%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $289,900 ($290k,$289k,$286k,$285k)*$280k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,000 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$270k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 57 (52, 50,53, 50) *75

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  430 (431, 422, 415, 408) *482
Average Condo Listing Price:  $295,695 ($273k, $321k, $307k, $285k) *$285k
Average Condo Selling Price: $290,177 ($264k, $310k, $297k, $279k) *$276k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98% (97%, 97%, 97%, 98%)  97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $238,900 ($238k, $238k, $238k, $236k) *$230k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $230,000 ($226k, $226k, $227k, $225k) *$220k
Average Days on Market Condos: 40 (88, 60, 59, 88) *84

Active Vacant Lots: 995  (984, 978, 975, 983) *1,153

Market Rant 
Happy first day of Summer... Finally! I dare say, this better be the Summer to end all Summer's after the Spring we just had. Despite the colder than normal temps, the market was anything but frigid in the early part of the year, seeing soaring sales and declining inventory. Spring was certainly an exciting market season, so it will be with great anticipation that we welcome the Summer months. Not only for the hopefully warmer weather, but for the continuation of the healthy real estate market that we have enjoyed so far this year. Activity took a slight hit this week, showing signs of slower buyer activity and less new listings, but hopefully that is just an "off week". Overall though, there was marginal gains in the overall inventory numbers and the absorption rate remained steady, so it's likely a bump on the market road. Have a great Summer everyone, and thank for stopping by!

Loly is a female aged 5 years old with medium energy. She is spayed, microchipped , vaccinated and on parasite prevention. Loving temperament and thinks she is a lap dog. Pet free clicker and positive reinforcement trained. No pets or kids for Loly as she is anxious. Can be head strong but we figured out she will work for her food. 

Kids yes but school aged ideal because she is used to that age and may forget not to jump up . Loving temperament ,Thinks she is a lap dog. no cats and no dogs becomes too excited Pulls on leash if she sees a bird ect due to a prey drive but, on her gentle leader things are better. knows basic commands, sit, down, refocuses on handler when unsure Is crate trained but totally trustworthy uncrated.
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of June 7th - 14th, 2018
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 348 (378, 350, 336, 420) *343
Sold:  182  (218, 194, 195, 202) *200
Sale To Listing Ratio: 52% (58%, 55%, 58%, 48%) *58%
Price Changes: 230 (246, 264, 165, 215) *228
Listings that went conditional/pending: 220 (198, 247, 195, 237)  *245
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 90 (173, 81, 90, 69) *132
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,273 (4,249, 4,235, 4,229, 4,193) +4,909
Absorption Rate in weeks:  22 (21, 22, 23, 23)  *26

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,476 (2,478, 2,472, 2,480, 2,426) *3,024
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $353,249 ($333k,$339k,$322k,$356k) *$291k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $342,776($325k,$333k,$313k,$341k)  *$283k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97%  (98%, 98%, 97%, 95%) *97%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $290,000 ($289k,$286k,$285k,$285k)*$280k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,000 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$270k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 52 (50,53, 50, 62) *75

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  431 (422, 415, 408, 410) *482
Average Condo Listing Price:  $273,103 ($321k, $307k, $285k, $254k) *$285k
Average Condo Selling Price: $264,253 ($310k, $297k, $279k, $247k) *$276k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (97%, 97%, 98%, 97%)  97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $237,500 ($238k, $238k, $236k, $236k) *$230k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $225,500 ($226k, $227k, $225k, $225k) *$220k
Average Days on Market Condos: 88 (60, 59, 88, 95) *84

Active Vacant Lots: 984  (978, 975, 983, 1,000) *1,153

Market Rant 
​We knew it couldn't last forever! Talking about the week over week absorption rate reduction. It was bound to happen, even in the sizzling market that Halifax is currently enjoying, things have a tendency of mixing it up. This is the first week in the last month or so that has seen this stat add back to the clock, and even so, we are still a full four weeks less than this time last year. Pretty impressive. New listing additions reported averagely this week, with sales reporting at a low average rate as well. Values surged this week for single family home products, where the condo market cooled off a bit. Condo sales stats are up a bit though, and their six month median average has been slowly increased for weeks now. Overall, it's still a really great picture of performance for our real estate market here in Halifax, and as we approach the first half of the market year things continue to improve. Stay tuned to find out how the market did for the first half in the coming weeks! Thanks for stopping by!

The Weekly Adogtable!
Meet Makita. She was DNA tested and breeds shown were poodle, eskimo dog, beagle and small percentage of staffie. Spay, microchipped and up to date on vaccines. On parasite protection. Quiet Dog friendly but plays rough Playful w/ toys. Pulls on leash, but still remains polite. Knows basic commands. Not recommended w/ cats, she seems a bit too interested. Good with kids. Makita is a very friendly gal.​
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of May 31st - June 7th, 2018
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 378 (350, 336, 420, 379) *449
Sold:  218  (194, 195, 202, 186) *197
Sale To Listing Ratio: 58% (55%, 58%, 48%, 49%) *44%
Price Changes: 246 (264, 165, 215, 204) *251
Listings that went conditional/pending: 198 (247, 195, 237, 191)  *227
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 173 (81, 90, 69, 82) *194
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  4,249 (4,235, 4,229, 4,193, 4,088) +4,944
Absorption Rate in weeks:  21 (22, 23, 23, 23)  *26

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 2,478 (2,472, 2,480, 2,426, 2,364) *3,047
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $332,960 ($339k,$322k,$356k,$348k) *$298k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $325,312 ($333k,$313k,$341k,$341k)  *$284k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 98%  (98%, 97%, 95%, 98%) *95%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $289,000 ($286k,$285k,$285k,$286k)*$279k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$280,000 ($280k,$280k,$280k,$280k)*$270k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 50 (53, 50, 62, 59) *80

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  422 (415, 408, 410, 383) *487
Average Condo Listing Price:  $321,062 ($307k, $285k, $254k, $265k) *$251k
Average Condo Selling Price: $310,354 ($297k, $279k, $247k, $255k) *$244k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 97% (97%, 98%, 97%, 97%)  97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $237,500 ($238k, $236k, $236k, $235k) *$230k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $226,000 ($227k, $225k, $225k, $225k) *$218k
Average Days on Market Condos: 60 (59, 88, 95, 41) *95

Active Vacant Lots: 978  (975, 983, 1,000, 993) *1,160

Market Rant 
​Welcome to the peak of the season! June seems to be the month that sees both peak of activity, and the subtle turnaround to decline for the remaining year...typically anyways. This year has proven to be anything put predictable. Just when you think the market is trending in one direction, it takes a completely different one, even if it's only for a week. The story so far this year however, is the continuation of our strengthening market. Yes, strengthening. Since the turnaround of late 2016, we have seen the numbers perform better week over week, month over month, turning what used to be a Buyers market into a balanced market in such a short time. There are areas of the HRM that are seeing Sellers markets in some cases! If the stats keep trending the way they have been, I would say that is right where we are destined to end up. With the continued strong sales/low weekly inventory addition combo, the absorption rate continues to decline, so the question remains, where will it stop. Stay tuned to find out! Thanks for stopping by!

If you're looking for an adventurous four-legged friend this summer, come and meet Sophia! Sophia not only enjoys the water, but loves long walks, games of fetch and tug-of-war. She loves the great outdoors and lounging in the sun on warm days. If you have a summer bucket list, Sophia would love to accomplish these things with you! 

Sophia's ideal home would be:
- Without other animals
- With children over the age of 12

Sophia gets excited very easily and will benefit from leadership and obedience. Because of this, registration with obedience classes is mandatory upon adoption. She also prefers the company of people over animals so no dogs or cats for her.​
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Halifax, Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

LET ME HELP YOU OUT!
​Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!