In the battle of West Coast versus East Coast, one might say the former just added another notch under its belt.
The price for a one-bedroom in Santa Ana, located in Orange County, climbed 3.4 percent, knocking Miami off the list of the top 10 most expensive places to rent, according to a new report from Zumper.
Otherwise, rents remained relatively flat nationwide last month, with one- and two-bedroom units rising just 0.1 percent since July. On average, rents for a one-bedroom last month were about $1,200, while a two-bedroom asked $1,450.
With Santa Ana in the top 10, California cities dominated more than half of the ranking.
One-bedroom rentals in Los Angeles averaged $2,320 last month, making it the fourth most expensive city in the country. That reflects an 8 percent hike since last year, and less than 0.5 percent hike since last month.
San Francisco claimed the No.1 spot, with a one-bedroom asking $3,570 per month. San Jose, Oakland and San Diego also placed in the top 10.
On the East Coast, New York led with one-bedroom rentals demanding $2,870 per month. Though its ranking on the list remained stable, rates in the city actually dropped 1 percent since last month. Year over year, they grew 0.7 percent.
Both Miami and Chicago dropped on the list, despite rents remaining flat — both monthly and yearly. In Miami, a one-bedroom asked $1,800 on average last month. Meanwhile, Chicago rents stayed at $1,520 monthly.
Zumper compiles its National Rent Report by analyzing and aggregating rental data from over 1 million active listings across the country.
Friday, August 31, 2018
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Strong Job Growth in U.S. Driving Up Office Asking Rents
According to Transwestern's second-quarter 2018 national office market report, continued improvement in the U.S. office sector was due in large part to a strong jobs market with remarkably low overall unemployment of 3.9 percent, and a 1.6 percent annual growth rate in office-using employment.
For the second quarter, office absorption totaled 18.8 million square feet, vacancy remained stable at 9.6 percent, and average asking rents increased by 3.4 percent annually to $25.71 per square foot.
"As more individuals return to the workforce citing real wage growth, further tightening in the core metrics is anticipated through the balance of the year," said Stuart Showers, Research Director in Houston.
The rise in rental rates marks the 21st consecutive quarterly increase, with Minneapolis; Charlotte, North Carolina; Columbus, Ohio; San Antonio and Austin, Texas leading the nation in year-over-year rent growth. San Francisco edged out New York for the highest asking rates in the country at $74.40 per square foot.
"Despite only 4 million square feet currently under construction in San Francisco versus more than 14 million square feet in New York, San Francisco is increasing total inventory by a higher percentage, which could drive asking rates even higher as new product comes online," said Ryan Tharp, Research Director in Dallas. "Additionally, existing tariffs on steel and aluminum are likely to drive up construction costs, and landlords may need to bump up rental rates to compensate."
Worth noting is that while national quarterly absorption remained positive, the pace of absorption is slowing as quarterly totals are approximately 20 percent below three- and five-year quarterly averages. Overall, 34 of the 49 Transwestern reporting markets registered positive absorption in the second quarter, underscoring the strength of the sector.
For the second quarter, office absorption totaled 18.8 million square feet, vacancy remained stable at 9.6 percent, and average asking rents increased by 3.4 percent annually to $25.71 per square foot.
"As more individuals return to the workforce citing real wage growth, further tightening in the core metrics is anticipated through the balance of the year," said Stuart Showers, Research Director in Houston.
The rise in rental rates marks the 21st consecutive quarterly increase, with Minneapolis; Charlotte, North Carolina; Columbus, Ohio; San Antonio and Austin, Texas leading the nation in year-over-year rent growth. San Francisco edged out New York for the highest asking rates in the country at $74.40 per square foot.
"Despite only 4 million square feet currently under construction in San Francisco versus more than 14 million square feet in New York, San Francisco is increasing total inventory by a higher percentage, which could drive asking rates even higher as new product comes online," said Ryan Tharp, Research Director in Dallas. "Additionally, existing tariffs on steel and aluminum are likely to drive up construction costs, and landlords may need to bump up rental rates to compensate."
Worth noting is that while national quarterly absorption remained positive, the pace of absorption is slowing as quarterly totals are approximately 20 percent below three- and five-year quarterly averages. Overall, 34 of the 49 Transwestern reporting markets registered positive absorption in the second quarter, underscoring the strength of the sector.
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Florida's Housing Market: Sales, Median Prices, New Listings Up in 2Q 2018
Second-quarter 2018 saw increased sales, higher median prices and more new listings for Florida’s housing market, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®. Many local markets continued to report a lack of for-sale inventory, which impacts sales and puts pressure on rising median prices. Closed sales of single-family homes statewide totaled 80,711 in 2Q 2018, up 1 percent from the 2Q 2017 figure.
“During the second quarter of 2018, Florida’s economy and jobs sector continued to grow,” said 2018 Florida Realtors President Christine Hansen, broker-owner with Century 21 Hansen Realty in Fort Lauderdale. “In June, the state’s unemployment rate was 3.8 percent while the U.S. unemployment rate was 4.0 percent. On another positive note, Florida’s 2Q 2018 homeownership rate was 65.1 percent.
“Despite tight inventory levels, it’s encouraging to see that new listings for single-family homes over the quarter rose 4.9 percent year-over-year, while new condo-townhouse listings rose 3.9 percent. If that trend continues, it will hopefully help ease buyer demand and slow the pace of rising prices.”
The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes in 2Q 2018 was $256,150, up 6.7 percent from the same time a year ago, according to data from Florida Realtors Research department in partnership with local Realtor boards/associations. The statewide median price for condo-townhouse properties during the quarter was $189,900, up 8.5 percent over the year-ago figure. The median is the midpoint; half the homes sold for more, half for less.
Looking at Florida’s condo-townhouse market, statewide closed sales totaled 34,376 during 2Q 2018, up 4.7 percent compared to 2Q 2017. The closed sales data reflected fewer short sales – and rising traditional sales – over the three-month period: Short sales for condo-townhouse properties declined 41.4 percent while short sales for single-family homes dropped 45.2 percent. Meanwhile, traditional sales for condo-townhouse units rose 6.8 percent and traditional sales for single-family homes increased 4.3 percent year-over-year. Closed sales typically occur 30 to 90 days after sales contracts are written.
“Through the second quarter, low inventory levels kept the number of single-family sales just barely ahead of last year’s pace, whereas a greater selection of condos and townhouses on the market allowed for a nearly 5 percent increase in sales versus last year,” said Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor. “Competition for existing homes remains fierce, with over half of successful single-family home sellers in the second quarter getting above 96 percent of their initial listing prices.”
He added that the median time to a contract (the midpoint of the number of days it took for a property to receive a sales contract during that time) dropped during the three-month-period.
“Half of the single-family homes that sold in the second quarter were only on the market for 35 days or less, compared to 39 days or less in the same quarter last year,” O’Connor said. “Among condo and townhouse sales, there was a similar-sized drop in this regard, from 50 to 44 days.”
Inventory was at a 3.9-months’ supply in the second quarter for single-family homes and at a 5.5-months’ supply for condo-townhouse properties, according to Florida Realtors.
According to Freddie Mac, the interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.54 percent for 2Q 2018, up from the 3.99 percent recorded during the same quarter a year earlier.
To see the full statewide housing activity reports, go to Florida Realtors Media Center at http://media.floridarealtors.org/ and look under Latest Releases, or download the 2Q 2018 data report PDFs under Market Data here.
Florida Realtors® serves as the voice for real estate in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to its 180,000 members in 54 boards/associations. Florida Realtors® Media Center website is available at http://media.floridarealtors.org.
“During the second quarter of 2018, Florida’s economy and jobs sector continued to grow,” said 2018 Florida Realtors President Christine Hansen, broker-owner with Century 21 Hansen Realty in Fort Lauderdale. “In June, the state’s unemployment rate was 3.8 percent while the U.S. unemployment rate was 4.0 percent. On another positive note, Florida’s 2Q 2018 homeownership rate was 65.1 percent.
“Despite tight inventory levels, it’s encouraging to see that new listings for single-family homes over the quarter rose 4.9 percent year-over-year, while new condo-townhouse listings rose 3.9 percent. If that trend continues, it will hopefully help ease buyer demand and slow the pace of rising prices.”
The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes in 2Q 2018 was $256,150, up 6.7 percent from the same time a year ago, according to data from Florida Realtors Research department in partnership with local Realtor boards/associations. The statewide median price for condo-townhouse properties during the quarter was $189,900, up 8.5 percent over the year-ago figure. The median is the midpoint; half the homes sold for more, half for less.
Looking at Florida’s condo-townhouse market, statewide closed sales totaled 34,376 during 2Q 2018, up 4.7 percent compared to 2Q 2017. The closed sales data reflected fewer short sales – and rising traditional sales – over the three-month period: Short sales for condo-townhouse properties declined 41.4 percent while short sales for single-family homes dropped 45.2 percent. Meanwhile, traditional sales for condo-townhouse units rose 6.8 percent and traditional sales for single-family homes increased 4.3 percent year-over-year. Closed sales typically occur 30 to 90 days after sales contracts are written.
“Through the second quarter, low inventory levels kept the number of single-family sales just barely ahead of last year’s pace, whereas a greater selection of condos and townhouses on the market allowed for a nearly 5 percent increase in sales versus last year,” said Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor. “Competition for existing homes remains fierce, with over half of successful single-family home sellers in the second quarter getting above 96 percent of their initial listing prices.”
He added that the median time to a contract (the midpoint of the number of days it took for a property to receive a sales contract during that time) dropped during the three-month-period.
“Half of the single-family homes that sold in the second quarter were only on the market for 35 days or less, compared to 39 days or less in the same quarter last year,” O’Connor said. “Among condo and townhouse sales, there was a similar-sized drop in this regard, from 50 to 44 days.”
Inventory was at a 3.9-months’ supply in the second quarter for single-family homes and at a 5.5-months’ supply for condo-townhouse properties, according to Florida Realtors.
According to Freddie Mac, the interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.54 percent for 2Q 2018, up from the 3.99 percent recorded during the same quarter a year earlier.
To see the full statewide housing activity reports, go to Florida Realtors Media Center at http://media.floridarealtors.org/ and look under Latest Releases, or download the 2Q 2018 data report PDFs under Market Data here.
Florida Realtors® serves as the voice for real estate in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to its 180,000 members in 54 boards/associations. Florida Realtors® Media Center website is available at http://media.floridarealtors.org.
Sunday, August 12, 2018
Miami Condo Sales Takeoff in Mid 2018!
According to the Miami Association of Realtors, Miami-Dade County existing condominium sales surged 5.6 percent in 2Q 2018 as median prices for all properties rose for the 26th consecutive quarter.
Miami condo transactions jumped 5.6 percent, from 3,818 in 2Q 2017 to 4,033 in 2Q 2018. Miami existing single-family sales decreased 2.6 percent, from 3,882 to 3,782. The change is due to a lack of single-family home inventory in lower and mid-price points.
"Miami condo home buyers are finding great opportunities particularly in the $250,000 to $600,000 range," MIAMI Chairman of the Board George C. Jalil said. "Miami condo sales in the $250,000 to $600,000 range increased 15.7 percent year-over-year, which helped fuel the sector's robust quarter."
Total Home Sales Increase in 1Q 2018
Total existing Miami-Dade County residential sales increased 1.5 percent year-over-year in 2Q 2018, from 7,700 to 7,815.
Total sales volume accounted for $3.9 billion in 1Q 2018, an increase from the $3.3 billion sales volume a year ago. The sales do not include Miami's multi-billion dollar new construction condo market.
Non-distressed sales comprised 94 percent of all closed residential sales in 2Q 2018 vs. 90 percent in 2Q 2017. Only 6.3 percent of all closed residential sales in Miami were distressed in 2Q 2018, including REO (bank-owned properties) and short sales, compared to 9.7 percent in 2Q 2017. In 2009, distressed sales comprised nearly 70 percent of Miami sales.
Short sales and REOs accounted for 1.5 and 4.8 percent, respectively, of total Miami sales in 2Q 2018. Short sale transactions decreased 36.8 percent year-over-year while REOs fell 33.6 percent
Miami Luxury Homes Sales Jump 18.2 Percent
Total luxury home sales ($1 million and above) jumped 18.2 percent, from 500 in 2Q 2017 to 591 in 2Q 2018.
Condo luxury sales fueled the $1-million-and-above transaction surge, increasing 37.1 percent in 2Q 2018. Single-family luxury transactions increased 5.9 percent in 2Q 2018.
A rise in sales among mid-priced condos also played a key role in 2Q 2018. Miami condo sales in the $250,000 to $600,000 range increased 15.7 percent year-over-year, from 1,213 sales to 1,403.
According to Freddie Mac, the interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.54 percent for 2Q 2018, up from the 3.99 percent recorded during the same quarter a year earlier.
Miami Median Prices Rise for 26th Consecutive Quarter
The median price for single-family homes in Miami-Dade County increased to $350,000 in the second quarter, a 6.6 percent jump from $328,300 in the same period last year. The median price for existing condominiums increased 5.2 percent year-over-year from $229,000 to $240,875.
Median prices have now increased for 26 consecutive quarters, a streak spanning 6.5 years.
Statewide, the median sales price for single-family existing homes in 2Q 2018 was $256,150, up 6.7 percent from the same time a year ago, according to Florida Realtors. The statewide median price for condo-townhouse properties during the quarter was $189,900, up 8.5 percent over the year-ago figure.
The national median existing single-family home price in the second quarter was $269,000, which is up 5.3 percent from the second quarter of 2017 ($255,400) and surpasses last year's second quarter as the new peak, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Hot Markets Overview Reveals Strong Demand and Limited Supply in Many Local Areas
Months' supply of inventory is a strong indicator of real estate activity. Top Miami neighborhoods with the lowest months of supply of inventory in 2Q 2018:
Single-Family Homes
Richmond Heights, a small community south of Kendall, had 8 months supply
Miami Gardens, a north Dade community along the Broward line, had 2 months supply
South Miami Heights, a south Dade community west of Cutler Bay, had 2.3 months supply
Palm Springs North, a northwestern Dade community south of the Broward line, had 2.3 months supply
Palmetto Estates, a South Dade community west of Palmetto Bay, had 2.4 months supply
Condominiums
Naranja, a south Dade community north of Leisure City, had 8 months supply
The Crossings, a South Dade community west of Kendall, had 0 months supply
Tamiami, a South Dade community west of Kendall, had 2.5 months supply
Three Lakes, a South Dade community west of Kendall, had 2.7 months supply
Hialeah Gardens, a North Dade community west of Hialeah, had 2.7 months supply
National, State Home Sales in 2Q 2018
Nationwide existing-home sales, including single family and condos, decreased 1.7 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.41 million in the second quarter from 5.51 million in the first quarter, and are 2.4 percent lower than the 5.55 million pace during the second quarter of 2017, according to NAR.
Closed sales of single-family homes statewide totaled 80,711 in 2Q 2018, up 1 percent from the 2Q 2017 figure, according to Florida Realtors. Looking at Florida's condo-townhouse market, statewide closed sales totaled 34,376 during 2Q 2018, up 4.7 percent compared to 2Q 2017.
Balanced Market for Single-Family Homes, Buyer's Market for Condos
At the current sales pace, the number of active listings represents 6.0 months of inventory for single-family homes and 13.9 for condominiums. A balanced market between buyers and sellers offers between six and nine months of supply inventory.
Miami real estate had 21,470 active listings in the second quarter, a 1.7 percent increase from the 21,119 listings at the same time last year. The inventory for single-family homes increased 2.5 percent, from 6,052 to 6,206. Miami existing condo inventory grew 1.3 percent, from 15,067 to 15,264.
Miami Homes Selling Close to List Price
The median percent of original list price received was 95.9 percent for single-family homes and 93.5 percent for condos in 2Q 2018.
The median time to contract for single-family home listings was 44 days, a 10.2 percent decrease from 49 days in 2Q 2017. The median time to contract for existing condos was 77 days, a 4.1 percent increase from 74 days in 2Q 2017.
The median time to sale for single-family homes decreased 7 percent, from 100 days to 93. The median time to sale for existing condos stayed the same at 116 days.
Miami Cash Sales Almost Double National Figure
Cash sales represented 38.1 percent of Miami closed sales in the second quarter of 2018, compared to 38.6 percent in 2Q 2017. About 20 percent of U.S. home properties are made in cash, according to the latest NAR statistics. The high percentage of cash buyers reflects Miami's top position as the preeminent American real estate market for foreign buyers, who tend to purchase with all cash.
Cash sales accounted for 52.2 percent of all Miami existing condo sales and 23.1 percent of single-family transactions.
Miami condo transactions jumped 5.6 percent, from 3,818 in 2Q 2017 to 4,033 in 2Q 2018. Miami existing single-family sales decreased 2.6 percent, from 3,882 to 3,782. The change is due to a lack of single-family home inventory in lower and mid-price points.
"Miami condo home buyers are finding great opportunities particularly in the $250,000 to $600,000 range," MIAMI Chairman of the Board George C. Jalil said. "Miami condo sales in the $250,000 to $600,000 range increased 15.7 percent year-over-year, which helped fuel the sector's robust quarter."
Total Home Sales Increase in 1Q 2018
Total existing Miami-Dade County residential sales increased 1.5 percent year-over-year in 2Q 2018, from 7,700 to 7,815.
Total sales volume accounted for $3.9 billion in 1Q 2018, an increase from the $3.3 billion sales volume a year ago. The sales do not include Miami's multi-billion dollar new construction condo market.
Non-distressed sales comprised 94 percent of all closed residential sales in 2Q 2018 vs. 90 percent in 2Q 2017. Only 6.3 percent of all closed residential sales in Miami were distressed in 2Q 2018, including REO (bank-owned properties) and short sales, compared to 9.7 percent in 2Q 2017. In 2009, distressed sales comprised nearly 70 percent of Miami sales.
Short sales and REOs accounted for 1.5 and 4.8 percent, respectively, of total Miami sales in 2Q 2018. Short sale transactions decreased 36.8 percent year-over-year while REOs fell 33.6 percent
Miami Luxury Homes Sales Jump 18.2 Percent
Total luxury home sales ($1 million and above) jumped 18.2 percent, from 500 in 2Q 2017 to 591 in 2Q 2018.
Condo luxury sales fueled the $1-million-and-above transaction surge, increasing 37.1 percent in 2Q 2018. Single-family luxury transactions increased 5.9 percent in 2Q 2018.
A rise in sales among mid-priced condos also played a key role in 2Q 2018. Miami condo sales in the $250,000 to $600,000 range increased 15.7 percent year-over-year, from 1,213 sales to 1,403.
According to Freddie Mac, the interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.54 percent for 2Q 2018, up from the 3.99 percent recorded during the same quarter a year earlier.
Miami Median Prices Rise for 26th Consecutive Quarter
The median price for single-family homes in Miami-Dade County increased to $350,000 in the second quarter, a 6.6 percent jump from $328,300 in the same period last year. The median price for existing condominiums increased 5.2 percent year-over-year from $229,000 to $240,875.
Median prices have now increased for 26 consecutive quarters, a streak spanning 6.5 years.
Statewide, the median sales price for single-family existing homes in 2Q 2018 was $256,150, up 6.7 percent from the same time a year ago, according to Florida Realtors. The statewide median price for condo-townhouse properties during the quarter was $189,900, up 8.5 percent over the year-ago figure.
The national median existing single-family home price in the second quarter was $269,000, which is up 5.3 percent from the second quarter of 2017 ($255,400) and surpasses last year's second quarter as the new peak, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Hot Markets Overview Reveals Strong Demand and Limited Supply in Many Local Areas
Months' supply of inventory is a strong indicator of real estate activity. Top Miami neighborhoods with the lowest months of supply of inventory in 2Q 2018:
Single-Family Homes
Richmond Heights, a small community south of Kendall, had 8 months supply
Miami Gardens, a north Dade community along the Broward line, had 2 months supply
South Miami Heights, a south Dade community west of Cutler Bay, had 2.3 months supply
Palm Springs North, a northwestern Dade community south of the Broward line, had 2.3 months supply
Palmetto Estates, a South Dade community west of Palmetto Bay, had 2.4 months supply
Condominiums
Naranja, a south Dade community north of Leisure City, had 8 months supply
The Crossings, a South Dade community west of Kendall, had 0 months supply
Tamiami, a South Dade community west of Kendall, had 2.5 months supply
Three Lakes, a South Dade community west of Kendall, had 2.7 months supply
Hialeah Gardens, a North Dade community west of Hialeah, had 2.7 months supply
National, State Home Sales in 2Q 2018
Nationwide existing-home sales, including single family and condos, decreased 1.7 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.41 million in the second quarter from 5.51 million in the first quarter, and are 2.4 percent lower than the 5.55 million pace during the second quarter of 2017, according to NAR.
Closed sales of single-family homes statewide totaled 80,711 in 2Q 2018, up 1 percent from the 2Q 2017 figure, according to Florida Realtors. Looking at Florida's condo-townhouse market, statewide closed sales totaled 34,376 during 2Q 2018, up 4.7 percent compared to 2Q 2017.
Balanced Market for Single-Family Homes, Buyer's Market for Condos
At the current sales pace, the number of active listings represents 6.0 months of inventory for single-family homes and 13.9 for condominiums. A balanced market between buyers and sellers offers between six and nine months of supply inventory.
Miami real estate had 21,470 active listings in the second quarter, a 1.7 percent increase from the 21,119 listings at the same time last year. The inventory for single-family homes increased 2.5 percent, from 6,052 to 6,206. Miami existing condo inventory grew 1.3 percent, from 15,067 to 15,264.
Miami Homes Selling Close to List Price
The median percent of original list price received was 95.9 percent for single-family homes and 93.5 percent for condos in 2Q 2018.
The median time to contract for single-family home listings was 44 days, a 10.2 percent decrease from 49 days in 2Q 2017. The median time to contract for existing condos was 77 days, a 4.1 percent increase from 74 days in 2Q 2017.
The median time to sale for single-family homes decreased 7 percent, from 100 days to 93. The median time to sale for existing condos stayed the same at 116 days.
Miami Cash Sales Almost Double National Figure
Cash sales represented 38.1 percent of Miami closed sales in the second quarter of 2018, compared to 38.6 percent in 2Q 2017. About 20 percent of U.S. home properties are made in cash, according to the latest NAR statistics. The high percentage of cash buyers reflects Miami's top position as the preeminent American real estate market for foreign buyers, who tend to purchase with all cash.
Cash sales accounted for 52.2 percent of all Miami existing condo sales and 23.1 percent of single-family transactions.
Thursday, August 9, 2018
Building a New Construction Home in Miami? How Much Does It Cost?
Deciding to build a home is exciting—it's no wonder that more than 1,000,000 new residences are projected to go up this year. Still, if this thought has crossed your mind, you have also probably wondered: How much does it cost to build a home, anyway?
According to data from the National Association of Home Builders, the median price of constructing a single-family home in 2015 was $289,415, or $103 per square foot. And according to the U.S. Census, the median size of a newly built single-family house in 2015 was 2,467 square feet. That price can vary widely based on where you live, though. (Want a more targeted estimate? Go to realtor.com®/local to find out the price per square foot in your area.)
So why does building a home cost so much? Let's break down the costs, shall we?
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The main costs to build a home
There are a few main costs involved in the construction of a home, says Andy Stauffer, owner and president of Stauffer and Sons Construction. Sure, each time you build a home, costs are a little different, but here are the biggies:
The shell of the house, which includes walls, windows, doors, and roofing, can account for a third of the homes total cost, or $95,474.
Interior finishes such as cabinets, flooring, and countertops can eat up another third of the budget, averaging $85,642. Use this calculator to plug in your ZIP code, exact square footage, and level of finish to come up with a general budget for various projects.
Mechanicalthink plumbing and heatingruns around 13%, or $37,843.
Kitchens and bathrooms are the most expensive rooms to build, especially when the average cost for finishes like cabinets and countertops alone is $16,056. So if you're looking to save money, ask yourself whether you really need that third full bathroom, or will two plus a half-bath do?
Architect and engineer drawings will run about $4,583.
Additional costs to build a house (not included)
Now you know the basic cost to build a home, but the expenses don't end there. Here are a few extra costs you'll need to be aware of that aren't factored into the above price:
The cost of a plot of land to build on averages $3,020 per acre. That said, the average home is built on only 0.2 acres, so unless you want a lot of space in a highly desired neighborhood, that alone won't break the bank.
Excavation and foundation work are by far the most variable cost when building a home, according to Morgan Franklin of Kentucky's LexHomeHub. In other words, you never know what youre going to find until you start diggingbe it bad soil or massive boulders. If excavation and foundation work goes relatively smoothly, the average cost for both is $33,447.
You'll need a building permit, of courseit averages $908 nationally.
Other costs you'll incur before you hammer even one nail include land inspections ($4,191) and an impact fee, levied by the government to cover the costs a new home will incur on public services like electricity and waste removal ($1,742).
Why build a home?
That's a fair question—particularly since you can buy an existing single-family house for a median price of $223,000, or $66,415 less than building one. You will also save yourself the headaches that inevitably come with construction.
Still, building a home does have its advantages. Everything from pipes to the heating and cooling systems will be new. That means no costly repairs in the near future—and so a newly built home could end up costing less in the long run. Plus, of course, you get to design your home to your exact specifications. If you have very clear ideas of how you want your home to look, this blank slate could be worth every penny. (That said, designing your dream home from scratch has its challenges, too, so make sure to not make these mistakes.)
According to data from the National Association of Home Builders, the median price of constructing a single-family home in 2015 was $289,415, or $103 per square foot. And according to the U.S. Census, the median size of a newly built single-family house in 2015 was 2,467 square feet. That price can vary widely based on where you live, though. (Want a more targeted estimate? Go to realtor.com®/local to find out the price per square foot in your area.)
So why does building a home cost so much? Let's break down the costs, shall we?
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How to Buy Land: Tips to Pick the Perfect Plot
6 Building Mistakes That Can Turn Your Custom Dream House Into a Dump
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The main costs to build a home
There are a few main costs involved in the construction of a home, says Andy Stauffer, owner and president of Stauffer and Sons Construction. Sure, each time you build a home, costs are a little different, but here are the biggies:
The shell of the house, which includes walls, windows, doors, and roofing, can account for a third of the homes total cost, or $95,474.
Interior finishes such as cabinets, flooring, and countertops can eat up another third of the budget, averaging $85,642. Use this calculator to plug in your ZIP code, exact square footage, and level of finish to come up with a general budget for various projects.
Mechanicalthink plumbing and heatingruns around 13%, or $37,843.
Kitchens and bathrooms are the most expensive rooms to build, especially when the average cost for finishes like cabinets and countertops alone is $16,056. So if you're looking to save money, ask yourself whether you really need that third full bathroom, or will two plus a half-bath do?
Architect and engineer drawings will run about $4,583.
Additional costs to build a house (not included)
Now you know the basic cost to build a home, but the expenses don't end there. Here are a few extra costs you'll need to be aware of that aren't factored into the above price:
The cost of a plot of land to build on averages $3,020 per acre. That said, the average home is built on only 0.2 acres, so unless you want a lot of space in a highly desired neighborhood, that alone won't break the bank.
Excavation and foundation work are by far the most variable cost when building a home, according to Morgan Franklin of Kentucky's LexHomeHub. In other words, you never know what youre going to find until you start diggingbe it bad soil or massive boulders. If excavation and foundation work goes relatively smoothly, the average cost for both is $33,447.
You'll need a building permit, of courseit averages $908 nationally.
Other costs you'll incur before you hammer even one nail include land inspections ($4,191) and an impact fee, levied by the government to cover the costs a new home will incur on public services like electricity and waste removal ($1,742).
Why build a home?
That's a fair question—particularly since you can buy an existing single-family house for a median price of $223,000, or $66,415 less than building one. You will also save yourself the headaches that inevitably come with construction.
Still, building a home does have its advantages. Everything from pipes to the heating and cooling systems will be new. That means no costly repairs in the near future—and so a newly built home could end up costing less in the long run. Plus, of course, you get to design your home to your exact specifications. If you have very clear ideas of how you want your home to look, this blank slate could be worth every penny. (That said, designing your dream home from scratch has its challenges, too, so make sure to not make these mistakes.)
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Keystone Point North Miami Real Estate58 homes for sale.
KEYSTONE POINT REAL ESTATE FACTS:
Total Homes for Sale: 53
AVERAGE HOME VALUES BY CITY
Bal Harbour $1,043,000
Bay Harbor Islands $289,300
Golden Glades $203,600n
Indian Creek -
Miami Beach $383,700
For more information, or for a FREE HOME EVALUATION, call: (786) 525-9430.
Lazaro Lopez, PA
Fortune Int'l Realty
1390 Brickell Ave, Suite 104
Miami, Fl. 33131
(786) 525-9430
http://www.LazaroLopez.com
Total Homes for Sale: 53
AVERAGE HOME VALUES BY CITY
Bal Harbour $1,043,000
Bay Harbor Islands $289,300
Golden Glades $203,600n
Indian Creek -
Miami Beach $383,700
For more information, or for a FREE HOME EVALUATION, call: (786) 525-9430.
Lazaro Lopez, PA
Fortune Int'l Realty
1390 Brickell Ave, Suite 104
Miami, Fl. 33131
(786) 525-9430
http://www.LazaroLopez.com
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