Bonita Bay Real Estate News | August 2024

Bonita Bay Real Estate News | August 2024

As of  August 1, 2024, there are 85 active listings in our area multiple listing service (MLS) in Bonita Bay; 16 less than last month.

For comparison, last year on August 1, there were 44 listings in Bonita Bay.

There are 24 single-family homes on the market from $920,000 to $5,750,000. The average list price is $2,307,542 and the average days on the market is 117. The combined days on the market is 158.

There are 38 listings in the carriage, mid-rise, townhouse, and attached villa market with prices ranging from $374,900 to $1,200,000. The average list price is $710,666 and the average days on the market is 118. The combined days on the market is 147.

In the high-rise market, there are 23 active listings in Bonita Bay ranging in price from $999,000 to $5,399,000. The average list price is $2,558,739 and the average days on the market is 148. The combined days on the market is 165.

 
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Ed Gongola

 


SUMMARY OF BONITA BAY HOME SALES

If you are considering selling your Bonita Bay home, here are some statistics that may help you decide to place your home on the market:

BONITA BAY CARRIAGE, MID-RISE, TOWNHOUSE AND ATTACHED VILLA HOMES

  • Within the last 12 months, there were 67 sales with an average sales price of $699,438; these condos were on the market an average of 57 days; combined days on the market is 108.
  • During the 12 months previous, there were 56 sales with an average sales price of condominiums was $693,972; these homes were on the market for 30 days; combined days on the market is 75.

BONITA BAY HIGH-RISES

  • During the last 12 months, there were 61 sales with an average sales price of $2,180,993; these homes were on the market an average of 100; combined days on the market is 158.
  • During the 12 months previous, there were 71 sales with an average sales price of $3,407,148; these homes were on the market for an average of 121 days; combined days on the market is 451.

SINGLE-FAMILY BONITA BAY HOMES

  • During the last 12 months, there were 78 sales with an average sales price of $2,121,179; these homes were on the market an average of 37 days; combined days on the market is 109.
  • During the 12 months previous, there were 47 sales with an average sales price of $2,173,250; these homes were on the market for an average of 35 days; combined days on the market is 102.

For a list of BONITA BAY homes sold in the last 12 months, click here.

For a list of BONITA BAY homes that are pending at the moment, click here.

 
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August 2024 Market Update

 

DOWNING-FRYE: POSITIVE NEWS ABOUT JUNE’S SALES

“This has been a year of change for the real estate industry,” said Mike Hughes, V. P. and Gen. Mgr. of Downing-Frye Realty, Inc. “One thing that hasn’t changed is that our agents are selling a lot of properties! As of July 31, 2024, Downing-Frye agents have had 1,112 closed transactional sides. We have proven once again that in a challenging real estate market, we can move properly priced homes. As of August 17, 2024 all buyers looking at properties with a Realtor will be required to sign Buyer Broker Agreements prior to viewing properties. I think this is a win/win scenario for both buyers and real estate agents. We have been preparing our agents for this industry change and look forward to closing the year with a lot more sales!”

BONITA / ESTERO: LISTINGS UP; SALES DOWN

The Bonita Springs/Estero Realtors® reported June 2024 figures as compared to June 2023: For single-family homes: new listings were up 7.3% while pending sales were down only 1%. The median sales price of $732,118 was up 4.6% and the average sales price of $869,704 was up 5.8%. Inventory was up 38.7% to 563 single-family homes for a 5.1-months’ supply. For Condominiums: new listings were equal while pending sales were down 15.8%. The median sales price was up 5% to $462,500 and the average sales price was $552,845, down 1.9% from June 2023. Inventory was up 76.4% to 658 condos for a 6.8-months’ supply. On average, sellers received 95.4% of list price for single-family homes and 95.2% for condominiums.

NAPLES AREA: BUYERS HAVE MORE CHOICES

Despite a 59% increase in overall inventory during June (compared to June 2023), overall closed sales decreased 17.3% to 710 closed sales from 859 closed sales in June 2023. The overall median closed price decreased .8% to $595,000 from $600,000 in June 2023. The June report showed 1,351 price reductions compared to 94 price increases with a 95% list to sale price ratio. In June, the 59% increase in inventory resulted in an available pool of 4,680 properties compared to only 2,943 properties during June 2023. Confidence in the market remains steady with overall new listings in June increasing 1.5% to 896 new listings from 882 new listings in June 2023, with condominium listings increasing 9% compared to a 3.9% decrease in new listings for the single-family home market.

MARCO ISLAND AREA: INVENTORY UP IN JUNE

The Marco Island Area Assoc. of Realtors® reported June 2024 figures as compared to June 2023: The inventory of 578 properties was up 23%; the number of sales (75) was down 4%; the median sales price for homes was $1.8M (up 3%), for condos was $615K (down 18%), and for lots was $473K (down 33%). The sales volume was $114M (down 4%).

FLORIDA: BECOMING A MORE BALANCED MARKET

Sales of single-family homes fell by more than 11% in June compared to the previous year, while townhouse and condo sales dropped by more than 20%. Pending sales for single-family homes were about the same as a year ago, and condo pending sales were a bit less. Year to date, new listings of single- family homes for sale are up over 16%, but in June they were only up by 6% compared to a year ago. New listings of townhouses and condos are up by over 19% year-to-date, but were only up by less than 5% in June.

USA: RECORD MEDIAN PRICE IN AGAIN IN JUNE

Existing-home sales faded 5.4% in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.89 million. Sales also slumped 5.4% from one year ago. The median existing-home sales price bounced 4.1% from June 2023 to $426,900 – the second straight month it reached an all-time high. The inventory of unsold existing homes rose 3.1% from the previous month to 1.32 million at the end of June, or the equivalent of 4.1 months’ supply at the current monthly sales pace. “Even as the median home price reached a new record high, further large accelerations are unlikely,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. “Supply and demand dynamics are nearing a balanced market.”

 

Sources: The Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS®/SWFLMLS, Naples Area Board of REALTORS®, National Assoc. of REALTORS®, Florida REALTORS® and Marco Island Area Assoc. of REALTORS®
 

What the NAR Settlement Means for Home Buyers and Sellers

On March 15, The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reached an agreement with plaintiffs that would, if approved by the court, end litigation of claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions. The Settlement also includes some changes to real estate transactions, but importantly, consumers will continue to have choices regarding real estate services.

These practice changes will go into effect on August 17, 2024:

  • Real estate agents who use and list properties for sale on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS)—a local marketplace used by real estate professionals (both buyer brokers and listing brokers) to share information about inventory in a particular area—will be required to enter into written agreements with buyers before touring a home. Those written agreements must include:
    • A specific and conspicuous disclosure of the amount or rate of compensation the real estate agent will receive or how this amount will be determined.
    • Compensation that is objective (e.g., $0, X flat fee, X percent, X hourly rate)—and not open-ended (e.g., cannot be “buyer broker compensation shall be whatever the amount the seller is offering to the buyer”).
    • A term that prohibits the agent from receiving compensation for brokerage services from any source that exceeds the amount or rate agreed to in the agreement with the buyer; and,
    • A conspicuous statement that broker fees and commissions are fully negotiable and not set by law.

NAR has long encouraged its members to use written agreements with buyers because they help consumers understand exactly what services they have agreed to, the roles and responsibilities, and the amount. For this reason, several states already have laws requiring buyer agreements.

There are also changes to how and where real estate professionals may communicate with each other about offers of compensation. These offers are no longer allowed on Multiple Listing Service (MLS) platforms. Sellers can still offer compensation off an MLS. Sellers can offer buyer concessions on an MLS (for example—concessions for buyer closing costs).

Things to know as a home buyer or seller:

  • If you are a buyer and your agent is using an MLS, you will need to sign a written agreement with your agent before touring a home so you understand exactly what services will be provided, and for how much.
  • Written agreements are required for both in-person and live virtual home tours.
  • You do not need a written agreement if you are just speaking to an agent at an open house or asking them about their services.
  • Agent compensation for home buyers and sellers continues to be fully negotiable.
  • When finding an agent to work with, ask questions about their services, compensation and these written agreements.
  • More details about these changes and what they mean can be found at facts.realtor.

 

WHAT THE NAR SETTLEMENT MEANS FOR HOME BUYERS AND SELLERS
NAR Settlement FAQs

Summer Buyers Enjoy More Options as Inventory Picks Up in June

Despite a 59 percent increase in overall inventory during June (compared to June 2023), overall closed sales during the month decreased 17.3 percent to 710 closed sales from 859 closed sales in June 2023. Data reflected in the June 2024 Market Report by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®), which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island), showed the overall median closed price decreased .8 percent to $595,000 from $600,000 in June 2023. Broker analysts say a steady number of list price reductions each month coupled with more realistic prices set by sellers will help the Naples market find its new “sweet spot” for home buying.

Despite a 59-percent increase in overall inventory during June (compared to June 2023), overall closed sales during the month decreased 17.3 percent to 710 closed sales from 859 closed sales in June 2023. Data reflected in the June 2024 Market Report by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®), which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island), showed the overall median closed price decreased .8 percent to $595,000 from $600,000 in June 2023. Broker analysts say a steady number of list price reductions each month coupled with more realistic prices set by sellers will help the Naples market find its new “sweet spot” for home buying. 

“I consider price reductions to be new listings because these homes become a new option for a larger pool of buyers,” said Jeff Jones, Broker at Keller Williams Naples. “This is helpful to buyers because June was the first month in 2024 where new listings were not above 1,200.”

Price reductions occur for many reasons: nearby comparative homes are priced lower, there have been no recent showings or offers on the home, the home has received a low appraisal, or to attract more buyers. The June report showed 1,351 price reductions compared to 94 price increases. Coupled with a 95 percent list to sale price ratio, the data appears to indicate that sellers are making headway to adjust their initial asking prices to better reflect today’s market and, to some degree, are entertaining negotiations to secure a buyer.

A Bounty of Options Summer buyers will enjoy more home options as the inventory of properties continues to rise compared to the last three years. In June, the 59 percent increase in inventory resulted in an available pool of 4,680 properties compared to only 2,943 properties during June 2023. Plus, confidence in the market remains steady with overall new listings in June increasing 1.5 percent to 896 new listings from 882 new listings in June 2023. Driving this influx of inventory was the number of new listings in the condominium market, which increased 9 percent compared to a 3.9 percent decrease in new listings for the single-family home market. 

“The condominium market is challenging right now because fees are increasing to meet structural integrity reserve law requirements,” said Molly Lane, Senior Vice President at William Raveis Real Estate. “Condominium sellers and buyers should work with an experienced REALTOR® because they can help figure out pricing, given the future financial impact of these new reserve requirements to condominium values.

On the other hand, this knowledge can also help during negotiations.” Lane went on to note that the report showed closed and pending sales were at a five-year low for the month. Jones responded that “there are still a lot of homes lingering on the market with aspirational pricing, which is a disconnect between asking prices and market value.”

While inventory is nearly split between single-family homes and condominiums, the median close price in the single family home market decreased 3 percent in June to $730,000 from $752,500 in June 2023, while the median closed price in the condominium market increased .8 percent to $485,000 from $481,250. 

The NABOR® June 2024 Market Report provides comparisons of single-family home and condominium sales (via the Southwest Florida MLS), price ranges, and geographic segmentation and includes an overall market summary. NABOR® sales statistics are presented in chart format, including these overall (singlefamily and condominium) findings for 2024: 


Geographic Standouts

The South Naples area (34112, 34113) reported the highest percentage of inventory increase in June (+80 percent) compared to other geographic areas tracked by NABOR®.

The median closed price in South Naples increased 1.1 percent in June to $477,500 from $472,500 in June 2023. Alternately, the North Naples area (34109, 34110, 34119) showed the highest decrease in median closed price in June (-15.2 percent) to $627,500 from $740,000 in June 2023.

Sales activity in the Naples area housing market during the off-season summer months is historically lower than sales activity reported during its high-visitor winter season. The days on market in June increased 56 percent to 78 days from 50 days in June 2023.

According to Adam Vellano, managing director of South and Southwest Florida at Compass Florida, “Before the pandemic, we were between 90 and 120 days on the market so we are still well below our traditional average.”

View the June 2024 Market Statistics

If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Naples, contact a Naples REALTOR® who has the experience and knowledge to provide an accurate market comparison or negotiate a sale. A REALTOR® can ensure your next purchase or sale in the Naples area is a success. Search for your dream home and find a Naples REALTOR® on Naplesarea.com.

 
The Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®) is an established organization (Chartered in 1949) whose members have a positive and progressive impact on the Naples Community. NABOR® is a local board of REALTORS® and real estate professionals with a legacy of nearly 60 years serving 6,000 plus members. NABOR® is a member of the Florida Realtors and the National Association of REALTORS®, which is the largest association in the United States with more than 1.3 million members and over 1,400 local board of REALTORS® nationwide. NABOR® is structured to provide programs and services to its membership through various committees and the NABOR® Board of Directors, all of whose members are non-paid volunteers.
  
The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark which identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and who subscribe to its strict Code of Ethics.

 



 

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