08/23/2024
Twin Cities Weekly Market Report:
The Housing market has shown some interesting trends and shifts. Homebuyer preferences for smaller homes continue to influence builder behavior. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the typical new single-family home under construction had a median floor area of 2,139 square feet in the first quarter of 2024. This is down from the same period last year, when the typical new home had a median floor area of 2,256 square feet, and is the lowest reading since 2009.
In the Twin Cities region, the market has seen some notable changes:
- New Listings increased by 4.3% to 1,485.
- Pending Sales decreased by 17.3% to 906.
- Inventory increased by 12.9% to 9,589.
For the month of July, the market trends are as follows:
** Median Sales Price increased by 2.7% to $385,000.
** Days on Market increased by 24.1% to 36.
** Percent of Original List Price Received decreased by 1.3% to 99.5%.
** Months Supply of Homes For Sale increased by 18.2% to 2.6.
These trends indicate a dynamic market with shifting preferences and behaviors among homebuyers and builders. The increase in new listings and inventory suggests a growing supply, while the decrease in pending sales may indicate a cooling demand. The rise in median sales price and days on market reflects a competitive market where buyers are taking more time to make decisions.