North Lake Tahoe & Truckee Real Estate 2023: Deep Dive into Market Trends & Projections

North Lake Tahoe & Truckee Real Estate Market Update 2023: Coldwell Banker Highlights

2023 Real Estate Trends: North Lake Tahoe and Truckee

Property Overview: Single-Family Homes and Condominiums

Activity Recap: January-September 2023

Residential Sales Overview 2023:

Key Findings:

• Q3 sales for Lake Tahoe and Truckee real estate reached 80% of the 10-year average.
• August and September showcased an upsurge, reaching 87% and 85% of the 10-year averages respectively.
• In September, 141 homes and condos were sold, a rise from 126 sales in September 2022.
• By September’s end, 750 properties were sold, marking a dip compared to the past decade.

Median & Average Sale Prices:

• Median sales price for properties until September was $1.075 million; average price was $1.577 million.
• Single Family Homes:
  • Median price stands at $1.2 million, a 4% dip from 2022.
  • Q3 median price rose 6.4% from Q3 2022.
• Condominiums:
  • YTD median price is $725,000, a slight decrease from 2022 but a massive 76% increase from 2019.
  • Q3 median price is slightly lower than Q3 2022 but surged compared to Q3 2019.

Strong Market Indication: Despite fewer transactions, we’re steering towards the third highest sales volume in a decade.

Active Residential Inventory Insights:

• Active property listings reached a peak of 370 during Labor Day but have since decreased to 330.
• Current listings signify a 2.5 month supply, which traditionally indicates a seller’s market.
• Market Dynamics Alert: Rise in canceled escrows over the past two months.

Sales Breakdown:

• Budget Homes (<$500,000): 49 sales in this range, making up 7% of all sales.
• Mid-Range Homes ($500,000-$999,999): 288 properties sold, contributing 38% to the total sales.
• Premium Homes ($1,000,000-$1,999,999): 276 sales, accounting for 37% of total sales.
• Luxury Estates (>$2 Million): 136 properties were sold, with 37 sales over $5 million and 7 sales exceeding $10

Future Projections for North Lake Tahoe & Truckee Real Estate 2023

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Real Estate Activity in Fall 2023:

• Historically, fall has always been a bustling period for the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee real estate market. The present scenario remains encouraging with robust demand.
• Sellers remain motivated, but there’s a swift decline in standing and new inventory. Consequently, transaction numbers are set to reduce.

Winter Predictions:

• A potential drop in transaction numbers is anticipated this winter. Yet, with limited supply and sustained demand, it might be an opportune moment for sellers.
• Sellers: This era is more favorable for selling than it was in 2019. Expectations include similar market time but at substantially higher sale prices.
• Buyers: Presently, the market is the most balanced in the past three years, offering several advantages:
  • Renewed ability to negotiate property prices.
  • Standard inspection and contingency protocols are back in favor.
  • Possibility to negotiate repairs is reintroduced.
• A note on Interest Rates: The ongoing climb in rates suggests that locking in the current rate might be beneficial. If there’s a subsequent decrease, refinancing remains an open option.

By integrating such insights, potential homeowners and investors can make informed decisions in the dynamic North Lake Tahoe and Truckee real estate market of 2023.

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