Continued, “Firming” Trend
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Here is yet another article which 
demonstrates that Bay Area home values have bottomed out and have continued a steady climb from there.
With little land left few homes are being built. Therefore, the varied employment opportunities which provide a fairly consistent demand for housing, are tipping the supply/demand scale in favor of firm-to-increasing values.
Natural migration for affordable housing therefore, continues to be South of the Bay Area, namely: Morgan Hill, Gilroy and Hollister. Many families are investing a slightly longer commute in order to have a desirable place for their family to enjoy.
Here is a good indicator of value: “Price per square foot“. When you look at a home’s cost/sq. ft. it quickly becomes clear - your housing dollar goes much further in our “South County” areas:
A 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,700 sq. ft., on a 7,000 sq. ft. lot costs:
- San Jose $303.87/sq. ft.
- Morgan Hill $247.10/sq. ft.
- Gilory $206.48/sq. ft.
- Hollister $146.71/sq. ft.
If you have been waiting to make your next housing move, I wouldn’t wait any longer. Home prices, in our area, are rising. The home loan rates are still extradordinarily low – FOR THE MOMENT. You will be disappointed if you stay with an abritary “wait for 6 months to a year” idea.
BTW: The “City Tours” tab above will provide you with video tours of each of our communities. Enjoy.
If you have wanted to refinance, you should send me an e-mail with your address. I will be happy to provide you an updated market value. Your home’s value may be high enough now to take advantage of these low rates.
(data source: MLS Listings)
This is information that the housing market is on the rebound, knowledge of what is happening in todays housing market is vital and gives me hope for the months and years ahead.
Good Dave. That was the intent of the post. Now…act on it and you will be a happy man with a home and growing equity on YOUR side of the ledger.