Happy New Year!
2020 has come to a close (😅phew). The year-end market stats are in and we took a deep dive into the numbers to show you what is happening in the current market and how it impacts you. 🛎️ Let’s jump right in.
- Overall, it’s been a record-setting December. The total number of sales increased a whopping ⬆️64.5% year-over-year.
- The average sale price is up to ⬆️$929,699 – that’s an increase of 13.5% compared to December 2019.
- Another record is in new listings. The number of homes hitting the MLS system is up a staggering ⬆️66.1% compared to last December.
- Meanwhile, condo prices continue to decline. The average condo price fell another ⬇️2.2% from November to December (that is a total of 8.79% drop since September). 📉
- In 2021, we are starting to see an uptick in condo showings and sales. Is this market sector already in recovery?
The 2020 real estate market dramatically slowed at the beginning of the pandemic (understandably), but didn’t stay quiet for long. The second half of the year set continuous records. Stronger than anyone had anticipated. 🚀
You might be wondering why? 💬There are a number of factors that play a role; the lowest mortgage rates we’ve seen in over 25 years (actually, maybe ever), a strong economic rebound 📈within many segments, and the increase in use of technology for showings helped fuel the recovery and continued strength in the real estate market as a whole.
Overall, last year was certainly unprecedented. 👀With all the uncertainty in the economy, the housing market outshined even the most grim forecasts. In the freehold market, records were set across the board.
However, on the condo side, 2020 took its toll. 🌇Month after month, we have seen consistent price drops (on average 2% per month). Since September we’ve seen an 8.79% ⬇️ drop in prices in Toronto condos alone. While prices are up overall since 2019, it’s important to know what is happening today. We are starting to see an uptick in condo showings and sales. Is this market sector already in recovery?
If you plan on making a move this year, there is much to consider. Understanding how these stats and the segmented markets impact your decision is crucial. Let’s discuss your options.
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