I am going back to my old format so you can see all of your sales data in the newsletter rather than having to go to my website for the breakdown of sales data.
The total number of houses, condos, and townhouses sold in January FELL to 16 from the closed sales of 18 in December.
The average sales price ROSE from $267,344.00 in December to $$300,188.00 in January, The median price Rose from $239,750.00 in December to $317,500.00 in January which is great news. The papers say our sales numbers and prices are on the rise. Let's pray that they are right and continue to stay that way.
Remember, you can reach me at 910-233-4333 or by email at genie@genielancaster.com. My website is www.genielancaser.com.Have a great January, and we'll see you next month.
Active:
Land/Acreage: 96 parcels are on the market ranging in asking price from $39,000 on Summer Salt Lane - $1,600,000 Basin Street in Basin Point. Listings are DOWN by 23 from December.
Houses: 89 houses are on the market ranging in asking price from $124,900 on Bonito Lane - $1,695,000 on Carolina Beach Avenue, N. Listings are UP by 4 from December
Condos: 146 units are on the market ranging in asking price from $69,000 on in Cabana on Carolina Beach Avenue, N. - $900,000 on Carolina Beach Avenue, S. Listings are UP by 6 from December.
Townhouses: 16 units are on the market ranging in asking price from $230,400 in Forest by the Sea on St. Joseph Street - $423,900 in Waterfronte Villas on Spencer Farlow. Listings are DOWN by 2 from December.
Under Contract:
Land: 3 parcels are under contract with prices of $42,000 on Cape Fear Blvd. - $84,000 on North Carolina Avenue. Contracts are UP by 3 from December.
Houses: 2 are under contract with the asking prices of $599,000 Waterview Court - $749,500 on N. Fort Fisher Blvd. Contracts are UP by 1 from December.
Condos: 6 units are under contract with the asking prices of $119,900 in Cabana on Carolina Beach Avenue, N. - $325,000 on Carolina Beach Avenue, N. Contracts are UP by 4 from December.
Townhouses: None. Contracts are the SAME as December.
Sold:
Land/Acreage: 4 parcels sold with prices with 2@ $72,500 each on North Carolina Avenue - 1 at $84,000 on Carolina Beach Avenue, N. Sales are DOWN by 1 from December.
Houses: 5 sold with prices from $235,000 on Olde Mariners Way in Olde Mariners Village - $520,000 on Carolina Beach Avenue, S. Sales are DOWN by 1 from December.
Condos: 9 sold with the sold prices of $83,000 on Canal Drive in The Breakers - $400,000 each for 2 on Carolina Beach Avenue, S. Sales are DPWN by 1 from December.
Townhouses: 2 sold with the sold prices of $340,000 on Canal Drive - $350,000 on Carolina Beach Avenue, N. Sales are the SAME as December.
Remember, I can be reached at 910-233-4333, on my e-mail at genie@genielancaster.com or on my website: www.genielancaster.com. Please take a couple of minutes to let me know how you like my article and my website. I hope to hear from you soon.
Location Characteristics: A committee of residents is taking an active interest in revitalizing and beautifying the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. It makes me proud to be a resident of the beach. The summer is over now, and the kitty rides are gone for the year. There is still plenty to do here. Come have some fun. The beautification committee is also keeping the trees and shrubs beautiful that welcome the tourists and residents back to the beach.
Just 15 miles southeast of Wilmington, Carolina Beach is one of the three Atlantic Ocean beaches near Wilmington, and it's one of the great beaches in all of southeastern North Carolina. It borders Kure Beach to the south, and the two beaches make up what is popularly known as Pleasure Island.
A small year round community,Carolina Beach has a thriving central business district, several distinct residential areas, a large commercial marina and several private marinas. There are a number of excellent restaurants serving almost every variety of food as well as numerous shops and stores. Be sure to visit world famous Britt's Donuts on the Boardwalk for a treat you will always remember. It is open from Easter through Labor Day 7 days a week, and on weekends until sometime in October.
In addition to the many lovely homes and condos already here, more new homes, condos, and restaurants are coming to the community, There are more plans for renovation of the central business district, which should continue to enhance the town's image in a very positive way. As we grow, we are more and more a year round town with a new Harris Teeter food store just six miles north. The Monkey Junction area is growing by leaps and bounds with a new Home Depot and other new stores. Come down and look us over.
Carolina Beach communities include: Carolina Sands, Ocean Ridge, and Seagrove. and many new condo developments.
About Genie Lancaster:
Meet Genie Lancaster Your Magic Genie Experience: Genie Lancaster has been a licensed, full-time, professional REALTORŪ since 1992. Genie specializes in the sales and marketing of homes and land in southeastern North Carolina from Topsail Beach to Southport. Professional Designations: Buying and selling property has become increasingly complex, and a keen understanding of real estate transactions is more important than ever. New technology, laws, and procedures and more knowledgeable and demanding clients require real estate agents to perform at a higher level of professionalism. That's why Genie has worked to attain some of the real estate industry's top professional designations. Genie is a licensed real estate broker, the highest designation for a real estate professional. She holds the nationally recognized designations of ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative), CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), Recreation and Resort Specialist (RRS) and GRI (Graduate REALTOR Institute). She also holds the CSP (Certified Sales Professional) designation from the National Association of Home Builders. Personal Information: A Wilmington, North Carolina native, Genie relocated several times during the 20 years her husband was in the United States Air Force. She has lived in Colorado, Virginia, Alaska and Maryland near Washington DC, but was happy to return to Wilmington in 1990. Genie's two daughters, now grown, were raised in the military so she understands the issues involved with successfully relocating a family. She has a strong empathy for families on the move and uses her experience to smooth the way for them. Genie has a BS degree in Business Management from the University of Maryland at College Park. After college, she entered a career in contracts management for Hewlett-Packard. Working closely with manufacturers and salespeople, Genie learned the importance of solid contracts. That understanding translates into strong escrows for her clients today. Now the grandmother of five, Genie enjoys spending time with her family when not serving her clients. She also likes boating, reading and walks on the beach. Memberships: Genie is a member of the Wilmington Regional Association of REALTORSŪ, the North Carolina Association of REALTORSŪ and the National Association of REALTORSŪ. These associations uphold a strict code of ethics and ensure that their members adhere to the latest marketing techniques and legislation affecting real estate. Outside of real estate, she is a member of Beta Sigma Phi and the American Cancer Society Reach to Recovery program helping women with breast cancer. Professional Philosophy: Genie thinks of herself as "Your Magic Genie" because she enjoys turning the chore of buying or selling a home into a seemingly magic real estate transaction. "I'll do whatever it takes to make things work out for everyone involved," she smiles. Caring and honest, Genie is one of those special people who is easy to talk to and fun to be around. She is always there to assist her clients and stays in touch even after the transaction closes. With Genie, no sale is ever final, as she will work with you for as long as you need her. To sprinkle a little MAGIC over your real estate needs, call or E-mail Genie Lancaster today for the very best in outstanding real estate service.
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