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The Search for South Central PA Real Estate Made Simple!

Welcome! You’ve found a trusted source for Real Estate information in CumberlandPerry & Dauphin County’s. No matter if you’re buying, selling, looking for information about our schools, community’s, or simply want to stay on top of current trends and news, It’s all here!

What’s going on in your neighborhood? Find out with “Market Snapshot!” What did the home down the street sell for?  What’s currently for sale?  List price vs. selling price, days on market, maps and more. All the data for these reports is taken directly from our Multi List, assuring you that the information is accurate and up to date. Preview a sample analysis today!

Looking for news, trends & tips? “The Real Estate Update “is a monthly newsletter for the homeowner, buyer, seller and renter.  The “Daily Consumer News and Advice” section is a must see, not only news but a virtual library sure to answer all of your Real Estate questions.

Search for properties directly from our MLS in Harrisburg, Colonial Park, Union Deposit, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg, Carlisle, Boiling Springs, Newville, Shermans Dale, New Bloomfield, anywhere in Dauphin, Cumberland & Perry Counties.

And if by chance you can’t find what you’re looking for, contact me

Thanks for stopping by my web site.  Courtesy of John Shannon Jr.

 

Buy a home in Central PA

Are you thinking about buying a home but are hesitant, unsure if now is the right time to buy?  Well I have some good news for you, it's a buyer's market and now is the perfect time to buy!

 Mortgage rates are at an all time low meaning you can buy more house than ever before! 

 Our inventory of homes is at an all time high, meaning you'll have more homes to choose from then ever before!  (See the stats below under "Sell a Home in Central PA".)

   And did you know the average homeowner's net worth is 46 times greater than the net worth of a renter?  And that over the past thirty years, the median price of existing homes has increased on average more than six percent every year!

  So whether you're looking for your first home, your dream home or an investment property, I'm committed to providing you with the highest quality buyer service. When making the type of investment that buying a home requires, you deserve to have all the latest market information and the very best advice, both of which I can provide you with. Read more.

Sell a home in Central PA

The decision to sell a home is often dependent on many factors, but the number one factor right now is the economy.  The concern is that selling now in a sluggish market where home prices have declined doesn't make sense, you're going to wait for the market to recover.  Sounds great, but if you can time the market, project interest rates and inventory you wouldn't be reading this right now!  Fact is, interest rates are still historically low and inventory is high making it a great time to be in Real Estate!  Let me give you a few facts about our market:

 

2007 2nd Qtr                                                                                              

Units Sold     Ave Price     Market Days     Active Listings  

2542           $189,445      54                      3458

 

2008 2nd Qtr

Units Sold     Ave Price     Market Days     Active Listings

2097             $193,585     74                     4437 

 

2009 2nd Qtr

Units Sold     Ave Price     Market Days     Active Listings

1952             $182,643     86                    4279

 

2010 2nd Qtr

Units Sold     Ave Price     Market Days     Active Listings

2249             $187,389     93                     5466

 

2011 2nd Qtr

Units Sold     Ave Price      Market Days     Active Listings

1766            $176,196      111                   5267

 

So what do these numbers mean to you?  First and foremost while our market is recovering, we're not out of the woods just yet!  You need to be sure you're working with a professional that knows the market and knows what it takes to get homes sold!  There are only two issues involved in selling right now, and a professional can tell you exactly what those are ensuring that even in todays market, you can expect a quick sale for top dollar!  So won't you give me a call today and let me share with you how I get homes SOLD!   Read more.