Valerie's Belfair WA Real Estate Blog: Washington: Allyn

LakeLand Village~Allyn~The "Now & Then Real Estate Market"

I am always curious about statistics and love to compare things to previous events or years. I thought it would be interesting to take a peak into the past and check out the statistics for homes that sold in the small residential golf course community of LakeLand Village -comparing from 2006 through 2009.

2009 - There were 21 homes sold in LakeLand Village Allyn, WA for the entire year.

• The average sold price was $244,752
• The average dollars per square foot for the LakeLand Village sold homes was $135 per square foot.
• The average days on the market for the sold homes was 182 days. Actually not too bad.

 Buyers were definitely shopping price in 2009 and there were many choices of homes for sale in LakeLand Village throughout the year- inventory reached an all time high of 54 homes for sale. 

2008 - There were 21 homes sold In LakeLand Village~Allyn~WA~ the entire year of 2008. Interesting this number is the same as 2009. Let's see what else stayed the same or changed.

• The average sold price was $306,500 - Now there's a considerable change from 2009!
• The average dollars per square foot for the LakeLand Village homes sold for 2008 was $156 - another big difference
• The average days on the market was 274 days. Interesting that it took longer for the homes to sell in 2008 but their average price and average dollar per square foot seemed to remain fairly strong in comparison to previous years.  

2007 - There were 29 Homes sold in LakeLand Village~Allyn~WA~ the entire year of 2007.

• The average sale price was $335,017
• The average dollars per square foot for the LakeLand Village Homes sold for 2007 was $166- another big difference from 2008 and definitely a huge difference from 2009!
• The average days on the market was 192 days.

Let's take a look back one more year to 2006 for homes that sold in lakeLand Village for the year .

2006 - There were 50 homes sold in LakeLand Village~Allyn~WA for the entire year of 2006. I think it is safe to say this is going to probably show as LakeLand Village's "Peak" market for real estate sales.

• The average sale price was $333,604 - quite an average with 50 homes that sold in comparison to the above 29 and 21.
• The average dollars per ssquare foot for the LakeLand Village Homes Sold for 2006 was $159.77 - slitghtly down but with 50 homes sold- that's a pretty solid number.
• The average days on the market was 153 days. Another difference reflecting LakeLand Villages' "peak" market.

LakeLand Village Homes for Sale and Sold~After Thanksgiving Sale?~Market Report~

I know, I know it is so hard to believe that we are already past Thanksgiving and moving swiftly towards Christmas!!  ~~SIGH~~  Time seems to go so fast this time of year! 

So what's been going on In LakeLand Village during the month of November? In anticipation of the First Time home buyers tax Credit Ending, it seemed that we started off to a slow start in November as far as buyers making offers on homes. It also seemed as though the buyers weren't out looking as much as they were in October.

The really interesting part was that the pending sales and sales reflect that the buyers are all shopping in a price range of well under $300,000.  Hmmm.... And if you think that is interesting, check out Richard Bell's Blog Report of "where they buyers are coming from." I think you will be quite surprised!

The inventory of homes for sale in LakeLand Village has dropped down to 23 active homes for sale listed with Real Estate Agents. It's about average for our normal fall/winter inventory based on the years past. 

• Average Price : $298,459
• Average $$'s per square foot : $144.16
• Average Days on the Market: 238

We have one contingent sale currently in LakeLand Village. This means that the buyer must sell their current home first in order to progress with transaction on the home in LakeLand Village.

Out of the many homes for sale in LakeLand Village over the last six months, there are currently 4 homes for sale pending (meaning they have mutually accepted offers on them between buyer and seller).

• Average Price : $234,675
• Average $4's per square foot : $146.57
• Average Days on the Market: 219 days

October had shown that there were NO sold properties in LakeLand Village - that was quite a shocker, but more than likely it was because of slow downs possibly due to the type of loan the buyer was trying to obtain.

November showed 3 closed sales and with the 4 pending sales in LakeLand Village, December should actually statistically be a good ending to a very, very unpredictable year in the housing market in LakeLand Village.

• Average Price : $263,000
• Average $$'s per square foot: $144.21
• Average days on the market: 87

Something interesting regarding the sold properties during the month of November is that the list price to sell price percentage is at 100% meaning the homes were sold at their list price....

I hope that everyone had a fantastic Thanksgiving with family and friends! Our house was sure full of thanks. Even though it has been a tough year for all - we are very thankful for what we have and what we have done....

HAVE A SUPER DAY!  See ya next month!

Ohhh and pssssst...... don't forgot about the Tax Credit Extension and EXPANSION that nows allow current homeowners who are buying a new primary residence to acquire up to a $6500.00 tax credit as well!

Previous Month's Market Reports for Homes for Sale and Sold in LakeLand Village, Allyn, WA: 

• October 2009
• September 2009
• August 2009
• July 2009
• June 2009 -
• May 2009 
• April 2009
• March 2009
• February 2009
• January 2009
• 2008 LakeLand Village Market Report

Have you Heard the News?!!!!!

 Yep -even if you are not a First Time home Buyer you too may be able to take advantage of the newly EXPANDED TAX credit!!

TAKE A LOOK AND LISTEN.........

Holiday Festivities in LakeLand Village~~Up and Coming Events~~

LakeLand Village is getting ready for the Holidays! From the homeowners dressing up their homes in holiday color and cheer to the LakeLand Village Community Club putting together the final touches on some Holiday Fun!

Mark your calendars!

Friday December 11th is the Lakeland Village Christmas Party at the Clubhouse. It is for all LakeLand Village Residents and paid for by the LakeLand Village Community Association.  The fun starts at 4:30 for the immediate LakeLand Families with children and grandchildren.

At 4:45 Santa Arrives! For more details and pre-registration (required) give Joanne at the office a call at 360-275-3508.  

And what would Christmas in LakeLand Village be without our annual Christmas "House Lighting" Contest which is judged on

December 21st!  Categories include : Most Unique, Most Colorful, Best use of White lighting, and best use of Animated characters! 

Oh and don't forget December 8th, Tuesday, is the December Board meeting starting at 5:30PM.  All property owners are welcome!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! 

Home for the Holidays....They all start making their way home to LakeLand Village Allyn WA... The first part of the Holiday Season...

Thanksgiving starts it off!- Tradition has most of the kids coming to my house for Thanksgiving and this year is no different. I am really excited this year about Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Some years I am not as excited but more worn out from it all happening so quickly and there being so much to do...

This year seems a little more special and a little different. And there really is no distinct reason other than it has been a TOUGH year for everyone. That has made me really appreciate even more the close relationship that our family DOES have. And it's made me more aware of that and how special our times together during the Holidays are.

Becky's making her way home from Pullman.  She's got one shot basically to get across the mountains with all the winter weather that has been here and is still expected. She doesn't like driving it (it's a 5-1/2 hour drive over the mountain pass)  and her car -w ell it's not the greatest, most reliable automobile in the world...

So we wait with bated breath- as we watch the weather and track her progress through text messaging!  So far so good!  She's in Ellensburg! That's about still 3 hours away but closer!

One almost home for Thanksgiving!  

I am even actually excited about decorating the house this year!  

Mesmerizing... I couldn't resist posting this picture. My husband just sent it to me via a text message as he sits by the campfire after a long hard day of hunting.....

I can hear the crackle of the fire. Look at the amazing colors. 

 One of my husband's favorite times of year - hunting season. Sitting by the campfire with the guys. Telling stories. Enjoying good company. Relaxing and letting the little things go. 

 Getting back to simplicity-the simple things in life and the basics. We should all remember to do just that every once in a while....

 Enjoy the simple things and get back to the basics.

Puget Sound Waterfront Home For Sale~Case Inlet~

An amazing waterfront property with an amazing home .... 4.61 acres total with a 2880 square foot home included.

It also includes the tide-lands, with the outer part of the tidelands currently leased to a shellfish company which brings in a little extra income for the homeowner, as well as keeps the oyster beds in good shape!

It's Northwest Contemporary style is functional and beautiful. A Puget Sound waterfront Home for sale waiting for it's new owner.

Set off the street - the home was planned around what counts - the view, the beach, and comfort.

2048 square feet of the home is on one level. Massive tongue and groove vaulted ceilings with suspended main beams show off the Northwest contemporary style as well.

A 24 ft X 42 ft great room open concept home is truly a GREAT ROOM incorporating all the meaningful areas into one - the kitchen, the dining area, and the living room.  The ceiling to floor view windows frame the pristine beach and marine view.

Brazilian Cherry 5" wood planked floors flow from the kitchen through the living room. A propane fireplace with a bench height hearth also offers built in cabinets for all the stereo and video equipment or other items.

Built in 2006, the current homeowners had planned to stay here forever. But as we all know, life changes and now youhave a great opportunity to own a spectacular waterfront home on the Puget Sound.

Granite tile counters, custom cherry cabinets, a raised breakfast bar on the stove/range top island offers extra seating as well as style. Great place to sit in the morning, watch the sun come up and keep the cook company  while making breakfast!The kitchen is open to the living and dining room area.

A dining area is established between the living room and kitchen or there is a breakfast nook to the right of the kitchen with its own large view window looking out over the grounds.

The master suite will knock your socks offwith comfort and room as well! Over-sized, it has a sitting area with a propane fireplace and an over-sized sliding door to the deck. Alongside the corner propane fireplace an office nook area with another large view window. The master bath is just as elegant and comfortable as the rest of the home!

A third bedroom is offered in the Guest quarters(apartment style) above the garage with its own kitchen, living room, and bath as well as a separate entrance.

Truly an elite waterfront home built for the view, the waterfront and comfort.  Owner is willing to consider owner financing as well.  Call for your personal, private showing and details!

If you would like more information on Hood Canal and Puget Sound Waterfront Homes for Sale, drop me a line, give me a call, or stop on by.  You can also check out the many choices and prices on my website!

~~Valerie~~

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Whether you are buying or selling a home, don't put your goals off without talking to a local real estate expert with knowledge of waterfront homes for sale on Hood Canal and the Puget Sound.

GREAT NEWS!!! The First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit has been Extended as well as Expanded to include current Home Buyers!

  I Build relationships for life. YOUR SUCCESS IS MY SUCCESS!

Windermere Peninsula Properties

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My Direct line: 360.710.5622

LakeLand Village~29 Homes for Sale~ What's been happening in the Fall LakeLand Village Real Estate Market?

Homes for Sale in LakeLand Village in the first couple of weeks of October seemed to have taken off and then..... it slowed backed down....

As the seasons change did and will the real estate market change? Well it seems as though there was a slight stall in offers being written for the month of September, it picked back up the first couple of weeks of October and then the last two weeks it all but stalled...... (Hmmm where'd everyone go??)

There are currently 29  homes for sale in LakeLand Village

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  • The average asking price is $301,303 (down from September);
  • The average dollar per square foot is $148.77;
  • The average days on market is 209

There is one (1) contingent homes for sale (the buyer has to sell their current home first in order to complete the purchase of the new home);the two contingent sales from last month fell through as the buyers could not sell their homes before their contingency expired.

There are five pending homes for sale in LakeLand Village (up from 2 in September);

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  • The average price is $229,625.00;
  • The average dollars per square foot is $127.50;
  • and the average days on market is 296.5.

Four of the pending offers were written and accepted during the month of October.

Sold properties in LakeLand Village for the month of October was ZERO (0)!!! September only saw two and neither month has been extremely impressive for sold properties. November should shape up to be a strong month with many pending sales finalizing.

There's still plenty of great homes for sale in LakeLand Village as well as the surrounding areas to choose from! There's something out there for just about everyone.

For those of you who do not know about LakeLand Village, it is a small residential golf course and lake community nestled above the small town of Allyn, WA (check this LakeLand Link out).  Allyn, WA as well as LakeLand Village offers many amenities as does the surrounding area of  Southern Puget Sound and Hood Canal.

Oh and P.S.  psstt..... Check out the Tax Credit Extension and Expansion just signed!

Previous Month's Market Reports for Homes for Sale and Sold in LakeLand Village, Allyn, WA: 

• September 2009
• August 2009
• July 2009
• June 2009 -
• May 2009 
• April 2009
• March 2009
• February 2009
• January 2009
• 2008 LakeLand Village Market Report

Now is  a great time to get the most home for your dollar in LakeLand Village as well as other areas. Or if you are thinking about "moving up" in a home, this is the better time as well.

Whether you are buying or selling a home, don't put your goals off without talking to a local real estate expert with knowledge of homes for sale in LakeLand Village regarding your individual real estate goals.  

  ~~Valerie~~

 If you would like more information on buying or selling real estate in LakeLand Village, Allyn & Belfair,   just give me a call, drop me a line or stop on in!  I Build relationships for life. YOUR SUCCESS IS MY SUCCESS!

~~Valerie~~ Lakeland Village, Belfair & Allyn Real Esate Specialist~~

Windermere Peninsula Properties

My email: vlsallyn@windermere.com

My website: www.valspaulding.mywindermere.com

My blog : www.BelfairWARealEstate.com

Other Homeowners are now also eligible for the Tax Credit to purchase a new home!

That's right - with the signing of the Extension of the Tax Credit and it's expansion, a current home owner, which by definition is someone who has used their home sold or being sold as a principal residence consecutively for 5 of the previous 8 years, is eligible. 

You will need to find a home that you would like to purchase and be in a written binding contract for that home on or by April 30, 2010 and the purchase must close by July 1, 2010 in order to be eligible.

 Now how cool is that? 

How much is the tax credit?  $6500.00 unless you are married filing separately which it would be $3250 each.  Remember, this is if you are not a First Time Home Buyer but qualify as a a current home owner.

If you are a First Time Home Buyer, definition being you have not had an interest in a principal residence for 3 years prior to your purchase, the tax credit remains $8000 ($4000 each if married filing separately).

 There are some fantastic homes out there for sale with fantastic prices! Don't miss the boat (or the credit) - LET'S GO SHOPPING for your new home!

Valerie

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 If you would like more information regarding the homes for sale in Belfair  or surrounding area, drop me a line, or give me a call. I would love to help you achieve your real estate goals. Remember real estate is LOCAL.

I also offer a FREE comparative market analysis for sellers tailored specifically for your home or property. If you would like more information on selling your home in this market, please give me a call, drop me a line, or stop on in!  I believe in building relationships for life... YOUR SUCCESS IS MY SUCCESS!

We believe homes are where memories are made and living takes place!

~~Valerie~~

Associate Broker

Windermere Peninsula Properties : My Belfair WA Real Estate Blog : www.BelfairWARealEstate.com

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