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Pasadena Housing Stats May 2018

Last month, ninety-one Pasadena homes closed escrow, up from last month. Selling prices ranged from $475,000 for a 1,096 square foot two-bedroom, one bath on Mataro St., to $5,850,000 for a 6,327 square foot five bedroom, six bath estate on San Rafael Ave. Let’s take a closer look at Pasadena housing stats for May 2018:

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Pasadena Housing Stats May 2018 Recap:

Pasadena, the real estate market crackles with intensity. Fifty homes skyrocketed past their asking prices, thrilling sellers. Meanwhile, eight sold precisely at the listed price. However, thirty-three settled below, reflecting diverse buyer strategies. Competition rages, fueled by Pasadena’s charm and vibrant neighborhoods. Across Los Angeles, a crippling shortage of real estate inventory sparks chaos. Home buyers scramble, facing relentless bidding wars. Tragically, the homeownership rate plunges to its lowest since 1965. For many, owning a home slips further out of reach, a fading dream. Moreover, housing prices relentlessly climb, squeezing budgets tighter.
Buyers chase Pasadena’s historic craftsman homes, cozy bungalows, and sleek condos. Yet, low inventory intensifies the frenzy. Sellers wield the upper hand, often fielding multiple offers. Smart sellers amplify their edge with professional staging, vibrant photos, and strategic pricing. First-time buyers, especially, battle steep odds, outbid by cash offers or investors.
Still, Pasadena’s allure—think tree-lined streets, cultural hubs, and top schools—keeps demand red-hot. As prices soar, savvy buyers act fast, leaning on pre-approvals and sharp agents. Sellers, meanwhile, seize the moment to maximize profits. Now pulses the time to dive into Pasadena’s fiery market with bold, decisive action!

The lack of real estate inventory in most of Los Angeles is wreaking havoc for LA real estate home buyers. Sadly, the homeownership rate is at its lowest point since 1965. Owning a home is becoming more and more elusive.  And housing prices continue to escalate. Successful home buyers are allowing seller rent backs, shortening contingency periods and in some instances waiving most contingencies and sometimes even writing non-contingent offers. It’s extremely competitive as you can see by the abnormally low absorption rate.

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2 thoughts on “Pasadena Housing Stats May 2018

  1. Phyllis Harb says:

    Just wondering if the two bedroom and others like it are also selling quickly in this heated market. It used to be much harder to sell anything that didn’t have at least three bedrooms

    1. Phyllis Harb says:

      Starting housing is the hottest market at this point. Anything mildly affodable

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