June Greetings! The beautiful hanging flower baskets on Main Street are up! Hope they weren’t too damaged with Monday’s thunderstorm. They, and the trees along the sidewalks made Friday’s Art Walk – and the summer – so enjoyable. Don’t you just love Bozeman’s downtown? Lots of new businesses opening – always new adventures. We do hope you enjoy this issue of our e-newsletter. If you have ideas for articles, just let us know. We remain ready to serve your real estate needs in the best possible manner. Just give us a call with questons/comments. |
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Statistics for May 2017 |
Area 1 – Bozeman City Limits Area 2 – Bozeman Area Area 3 – Belgrade and Surrounding Area Area 4 – Manhattan/Three Forks Area 5 – Gallatin Canyon/Big Sky Area 6 – Livingston Area 7MM – Ennis
SINGLE FAMILY INVENTORY of current Active listings is again generally lower than in May of 2016 and even less than May 2015.
NUMBER OF MLS SALES in May were mostly down from May 2016: Areas 1, 2, 4, 5 and 7 had fewer sales than May 2016. But Area 3 had sales up by 29% (primarily because of a new subdivision that came on the market). Area 6 also had increased sales of 40%.
MEDIAN SALES PRICES are generally up. Bozeman City prices are up with a median of $369,000. Bozeman Area (2) shows sales prices up 9% from May 2016 to $420,000. Area 3 has an 11% higher median price ($269,000) than last year, and area 4 is up 10% for a median sales price at $264,000. Area 5 – Big Sky – is up 5% to $1,067,000, Area 6 is up 20% to $265,000, and Area 7 (Madison) is down 7% to $280,000.
CONDO/TOWNHOUSE inventory in Bozeman (where most of the condos/townhouses are located) is down 24% from 12 months ago with only 53 units on the market in May 2017. There were 73 units on the market last year. There are only 14 condos listed in Area 2 and 3, the same as last month. Builders are taking the opportunity to cash in on the condo market by bringing on inventory, but most of it won’t be ready for several months. Median condo sales price in Bozeman is up 18% to $275,000. Area 2 is up 11% to $248,000. And Area 3 is up 7% at $170,000.
Please feel free to call us for any questions on our inventory and sales. We’re always ready to help with a current market analysis for your property, whether or not you’re ready to sell. |
The foregoing information was obtained from the Big Sky Country Multiple Listing Service. |
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We just completed another luxury real estate marketing class. We’ve held the distinction several years, and Sharon was the first national winner of the ERA International Distinctive Properties Award in 2008. The criteria for placement in our special marketing system is being priced over $600,000, quality of listing description, professional photography and overall listing appeal. The properties will have one or more of these Distinction Classes: Resort (Golf Community, Equestrian, Ski Resort, etc.), Historic, Architectural Significance, Scenic Views, and/or the Top 10% of local market prices. Our clients have a Competitive Advantage:
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Global Listing Distribution
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Your luxury listing with us in ERA Distinctive Properties will give it the highest quality of presentation, and marketing to possible buyers around the world. If there is a buyer out there – we’ll find him/her! |
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How to Buy a House with NO Down Payment – HomeNow |
If you’re ready to buy a home, but can’t afford the down payment, this program can help. HomeNow is a new program designed for individuals who have steady jobs and qualify for a mortgage, but are unable to save up for a down payment. With HomeNow, you can start building equity sooner. It will help you become more financially independent with a stable, long-term asset. HomeNow covers up to 100% of down payment and/or closing costs. And, you do not have to pay it back.
Call us, or check out the web site for all the info, including participating lenders. |
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Great Spots to go Camping Near Bozeman |
One of the beautiful things about Bozeman is the proximity between town and nature. In other words, camping near Bozeman is pretty darn easy. Whether your preferred shelter is roughing it in a tent or enjoying the comforts of an RV, there are plenty of choices.
(Fair warning, some sites take reservations, but others are first come, first served so either book early or plan to arrive first thing in the morning.) |
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June Quotes “To invent, you just need an imagination and a pile of junk.”
“The past is our only real possession in life. It is the one piece of property of which time cannot deprive us; it is our own in a way that nothing else in life is. In a word, we are our past; we do not cling to it, it clings to us.”
“There are 5 things in life you cannot recover: A stone…after it’s thrown. A word…after it is said. An occasion…after it’s missed. The time…after it’s gone. A person…after they die. Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Enjoy Life ♥” |
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OUR CLIENTS RECOMMEND US: |
“I was very satisfied with Sharon and Brian. I had a lot of questions and they had excellent answers. Their reputation was significant in my choice of an agent. I would definitely recommend to friends and family.” – Norm
“Most appreciated the promptness in setting up the papers and the walk-thru. Also, the great pictures taken. And the advice and suggestions on the offers. Would very much recommend Sharon and Brian to a colleague, friend or family.” – Carl and Annetta
“You were very good about communicating with us whenever the house had a showing. You were always helping us problem solve about ways to help get our house sold. You went above what was expected. – Kirk and Beth
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