Scottsdale AZ Real Estate Housing Market Report - December 2021
Scottsdale reached a new all-time high average sales price of $1,360,899 in December, after the average sales price decreased by $155,514 in November. Average sales prices increased by $191,540 this month to end the year on a high note. At the same time, the average sold price per square foot increased to $422/sf, after decreasing in November to $388/sf. Prior to that decrease the price per square foot of Scottsdale homes sold increased for 16 straight months.
The days on market also increased for the second straight month, up from 42 DOM in November to 44 DOM in December. This is the fourth increase in the last five months since reaching an all-time low of 34 DOM in July. The Scottsdale DOM was as high as 76 in January of this year, so even though the DOM increased to 44 it is still extremely low, especially for homes in this price point. The low DOM shows that homes in Scottsdale are still very much in demand, and they are selling very quickly.
The days on market also increased for the second straight month, up from 42 DOM in November to 44 DOM in December. This is the fourth increase in the last five months since reaching an all-time low of 34 DOM in July. The Scottsdale DOM was as high as 76 in January of this year, so even though the DOM increased to 44 it is still extremely low, especially for homes in this price point. The low DOM shows that homes in Scottsdale are still very much in demand, and they are selling very quickly.
After decreasing in October, Scottsdale home sales increased for the second straight month, and only the third time in the last eight months since reaching an all-time high of 646 home sales last March and April. Home sales slightly increased from 494 homes sold in November up to 497 in December, not as large of an increase as December of the previous two years. This is the sixth month in a row that Scottsdale home sales are less than they were in the same month last year, and home sales are now -21.9% less than they were in December of 2020.
The number of new Scottsdale listings decreased for the eighth straight month, down from a high of 739 in April to 327 in December, and they are now lower by -18.0% than in December of last year. After increasing in October, the number of active listings has decreased for two straight months, down from 988 in October to 783 in December and are now down -35.4% from December of last year. This is by far the lowest inventory of homes for sale in Scottsdale since this data started being reported (Active listings in January of 2000, 21 years ago, were 1,022).
The lack of listings continues to drive demand and continues to drive an upward trend in Scottsdale home prices. Home sales have increased the last two months, and are still occurring faster than ever, while home inventory is on the decline.
Median home values in Scottsdale have increased an average of 17.2% since December of 2020, which is amazing. With interest rates hovering near 3.3%, there will still be more buyers looking to purchase a Scottsdale home heading into 2022.
The number of new Scottsdale listings decreased for the eighth straight month, down from a high of 739 in April to 327 in December, and they are now lower by -18.0% than in December of last year. After increasing in October, the number of active listings has decreased for two straight months, down from 988 in October to 783 in December and are now down -35.4% from December of last year. This is by far the lowest inventory of homes for sale in Scottsdale since this data started being reported (Active listings in January of 2000, 21 years ago, were 1,022).
The lack of listings continues to drive demand and continues to drive an upward trend in Scottsdale home prices. Home sales have increased the last two months, and are still occurring faster than ever, while home inventory is on the decline.
Median home values in Scottsdale have increased an average of 17.2% since December of 2020, which is amazing. With interest rates hovering near 3.3%, there will still be more buyers looking to purchase a Scottsdale home heading into 2022.
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If you're thinking of selling, many buyers will be eager to find a home just like yours due to the low inventory of available homes for sale. Reach out to me today to make sure you can get your house in on the action.
If you're thinking of buying a home, more homes are being listed for sale, and interest rates remain at historically low rates. Being a trusted real estate professional, I can answer your questions and help you determine your next steps.
If you're thinking of selling, many buyers will be eager to find a home just like yours due to the low inventory of available homes for sale. Reach out to me today to make sure you can get your house in on the action.
If you're thinking of buying a home, more homes are being listed for sale, and interest rates remain at historically low rates. Being a trusted real estate professional, I can answer your questions and help you determine your next steps.
Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions about home buying, selling, or investing in the Phoenix Metro or East Valley areas. Just give me a call or text at 602-295-6807 and I will be glad to help.
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Troy Erickson has been blogging about Arizona real estate since 2006. He is a residential real estate agent who specializes in helping home buyers, sellers, and investors in Chandler and the East Valley. He has been recognized for his local market expertise, and frequently volunteers within his community.
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