2011 Woodland Crossing Subdivision 21 Page Housing Study Published Denham Springs. Click Below to view he 21 page study.

From September 2010 to September 2011, the median sold price is up by 9% (but only based on “1″ sale in September 2011 and GBRMLS stats contradict this trend big time showing major declines for 2011).

Recap of 2008 through 2011 YTD Woodland Crossing GBRMLS Housing Numbers:

So, from 2008 to 2011, median sales prices have ranged from $156,000, $147,000, $149,000 down to $140,000 in 2011, rounded to nearest 1000. Sold price per sq. ft. continues to decline from $92/sf in 2010 down to only $84/sf in 2011 rounded. 2011 represent 39 sales and only represent three quarters of housing sales numbers, not an entire year.

Solds In Woodland Crossing from 1/1/2011 to 10/12/2011 revealed:
Average Sales Price: $141,803
Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $80.00
Median Sold Price: $139,900
Number of Sales: 42
Average Days On Market: 109
Low To High: $98,900 to $179,500
Number of Sold REO/Foreclosures Noted In MLS: 7

NOTE: The Median Sales Price Decline from 2010 to 2011 is -6.2%.

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of 01/01/2008 to 10/12/2011. This information was extracted on 10/12/2011.

http://www.woodlandcrossingappraiser.info/ – Denham Springs Home Appraisers Woodland Crossing Subdivision Third Quarter 2011: Home Prices Decline Based On Seven (7) Foreclosures and 1 to 2 Short Sales!

Recap of 2008 through 2011 YTD Woodland Crossing Housing Numbers:

So, from 2008 to 2011, median sales prices have ranged from $156,000, $147,000, $149,000 down to $140,000 in 2011, rounded to nearest 1000. Sold price per sq. ft. continues to decline from $92/sf in 2010 down to only $84/sf in 2011 rounded. 2011 represent 39 sales and only represent three quarters of housing sales numbers, not an entire year.

YEAR-TO-DATE SOLDS 2011 (Note Chart shows 39 sales, MLS Search Reveals 42 Sales):

Solds In Woodland Crossing from 1/1/2011 to 10/12/2011 revealed:
Average Sales Price: $141,803
Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $80.00
Median Sold Price: $139,900
Number of Sales: 42
Average Days On Market: 109
Low To High: $98,900 to $179,500
Number of Sold REO/Foreclosures Noted In MLS: 7

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of 01/01/2008 to 10/12/2011. This information was extracted on 10/12/2011.

http://www.southpointappraiser.com – Denham Springs LA South Point Subdivision Q2 2008 Versus Q2 2011 Housing Report

Denham Springs LA South Point Subdivision Q2 2008 Versus Q2 2011 Housing Report

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2008 to September 11, 2011. This information was extracted on 09/11/2011. YES, this appraiser does have the permission of GBRMLS to use the chart above Subdivision Price Trends Report!

http://www.denhamspringsappraisers.com/ – Denham Springs Home Appraisers 2011 Report On Lake at Gray’s Creek Subdivision

According to the DSLD Homes website, Lake At Gray’s Creek is a “Small community conveniently located directly off of Highway 16 in south Denham Springs. Less than one mile from the elementary school, this community has a retainage pond. Quiet location, just minutes from shopping and all other conveniences. New homes priced from the $130′s. In 2009, there were 63 homes built with an average sales price of $142,655 or $101.69/sf. In 2010, there were 32 homes built with an average sales price of $142,235 or $103.01/sf. In 2011, there is one (1) new home for sale for $133,900 or $105/sf for 1,274sf. Specific information on Lake At Gray’s Creek is available at the DSLD Homes website.

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2009 to April 15, 2011. This information was extracted on 04/15/2011. Yes, this appraiser does have permission to use this MLS chart within this post.

Author’s Bio:
Bill Cobb is Greater Baton Rouge’s Home Appraiser frequently called upon by banks, homeowners, and savvy real estate investors to assess property values. A home appraiser with 20 years experience, Bill Cobb brings a wealth of knowledge to the table as a home appraiser.

Bill’s company, Accurate Valuations Group, serves Greater Baton Rouge (East Baton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, Western Livingston Parish and Northern Ascension Parish).

Contact Bill Cobb and Accurate Valuations Home Appraisal Group for your next home appraisal:
Office: 225-293-1500, Cell: 225-953-0638
Fax: 1-866-663-6065
info@accuratevg.com
http://www.accuratevg.com/

http://www.woodlandcrossingappraiser.info/ – Denham Springs Appraisers Woodland Crossing Subdivision First Quarter 2011: Home Prices Decline Based On Five (5) Foreclosures! South Point Subdivision is also experiencing a similar decline. However, if these 5 foreclosures are removed from analysis, the Average Sales Price in 2011 has been $150,432, Median $165,275, Average Sold Price $83.37/sf, which is still a decline.

Recap of 2008 through 2011 Woodland Crossing Housing Numbers:

So, from 2008 to 2011, median sales prices have ranged from $156,000, $147,000, $149,000 down to $135,000 in 2011, rounded to nearest 1000. Sold price per sq. ft. continues to decline from $92/sf in 2010 down to only $78/sf in 2011 rounded. 2011 represent 13 sales and only represent one quarter of housing sales numbers, not an entire year.

YEAR-TO-DATE SOLDS 2011 (Note Chart shows 13 sales, MLS Search Reveals 14 Sales):

Solds In Woodland Crossing from 1/1/2011 to 04/04/2011 revealed:
Average Sales Price: $141,763
Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $78.74
Median Sold Price: $134,735
Number of Sales: 14
Average Days On Market: 82
Low To High: $109,900 to $176,990
Number of Sold REO/Foreclosures Noted In MLS: 5

Five (5) foreclosures took place selling for $115,000 or $76/sf for 1505sf, $118,000 or $74/sf for 1600sf, $118,900 or $63/sf for 1908sf, $124,000 or $62/sf for 1998sf and $154,900 or $77/sf for 1999sf.

NUMBER OF SALES IN 2010 VERSUS 2009 YTD: -35% Decline! In 2009 there were 73 sales and in 2010 there were 43 sales. So, there were 30 less sales in 2010 than 2009 or -41% in home sales volume. With 14 2011 Sales in Q1, if this trend continues, there should be 50 to 56 sales for 2011, which would be an improvement from 2010.

CURRENT LISTINGS AS OF 04/04/2011:

Current # GBRMLS Listings: 45, 1 REO/Foreclosure Listing and 1 Short Sale Listing. Current Listings Prices: $110,000 To $199,900, Average Listing Price $90.72/sf. Listing Prices per square foot range from $56/sf up to $109/sf.

TIME TO APPEAL YOUR LIVINGSTON PARISH PROPERTY TAXES? With this continued trend in lower sales prices in Woodland Crossing Subdivision, is it is time to appeal your property taxes? You can look up your tax assessment here and find out what your home is assessed for, see below.

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2008 to April 4, 2011. This information was extracted on 04/03/2011.

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http://www.southpointappraiser.com/ – Denham Springs Appraisers South Point First Quarter 2011: Home Prices Continue Decline!

Recap of 2008 through 2011 South Point Housing Numbers:

So, from 2008 to 2011, the median sales prices have ranged from $151,500, $145,000, $150,750 down to $128,000 in 2011. Sold price per sq. ft. continues to decline from $87/sf in 2010 down to $83/sf in 2011 rounded.

YEAR-TO-DATE SOLDS 2011:

Solds In South Point from 1/1/2011 to 04/03/2011 revealed:
Average Sales Price: $126,133
Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $82.75
Median Sold Price: $128,000
Number of Sales: 9
Average Days On Market: 102
Low To High: $100,000 to $155,900
Number of Sold REO/Foreclosures Noted In MLS: 3

NUMBER OF SALES IN 2010 VERSUS 2009 YTD: -35% Decline

In 2009 there were 37 sales and in 2010 there were 24 sales. So, there were 13 less sales in 2010 than 2009 or -35% in home sales volume.

CURRENT LISTINGS AS OF 04/03/2011:

Current # GBRMLS Listings: 24, 5 REO/Foreclosure Listing, 21% of Listings Are Foreclosures! Current Listings Prices: $85,400 To $185,000, Average Listing Price $92.94/sf. $85,400 Listing Price is one of the lowest I’ve ever seen in South Point. Listing Prices per square foot range from $70/sf up to $110/sf.

TIME TO APPEAL YOUR LIVINGSTON PARISH PROPERTY TAXES? With this continued trend in lower sales prices in South Point Subdivision, is it is time to appeal your property taxes? You can look up your tax assessment here and find out what your home is assessed for, see below.

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2008 to April 3, 2011. This information was extracted on 04/03/2011.

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http://www.denhamspringsappraisers.com/ - The Restoration Subdivision Denham Springs Report 2010

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http://www.denhamspringsappraisers.com/ – Denham Springs Stone Ridge Crossing 2010 Numbers

http://www.denhamspringsappraisers.com/ – Must The Garbage Disposal Work For A Denham Springs FHA Home Loan?

As a State Certified Home Appraiser in Louisiana and FHA/HUD approved appraiser since 1996, I can validate that FHA Home Loans have strict requirements of operational mechanical systems placed upon the home appraiser to inspect and verify. While home appraisers aren’t necessarily “home inspectors”, FHA home appraisers are required to verify that mechanical systems are functioning properly and that they would appear to have a reasonable life left.

HUD or FHA Home Appraisers are expected to be well versed on 2 major manual plus keeping up the “Mortgagee Letters” that offer amendments and updates to HUD policy. In fact, the statement many lenders want placed in reports is, “Condition: Overall Condition is: Average. No major repairs or functional inadequacies. MEETS FHA/RD MINIMUM STANDARDS for existing dwellings as outlined in HUD Handbooks 4150.2 and 4905.1 Requirements and all applicable Mortgage Letters). SFR Dwelling was determined to be decent, safe and sanitary. Subject is connected to public or community sewer. Mechanical Systems were on and operational. Attic was inspected and appears to individually meet FHA requirements.” No, the lenders don’t tell us to use “Average” but to state a condition rating. And, FMHA or Rural Development and VA loans also have these same requirements as well.

So, can a inoperable garbage disposal hold up an FHA loan closing until repaired? There are four (4) national HUD HOC’s or Homeownership Centers in the U.S.. For Louisiana, the HUD HOC is located in Denver, CO. I called the Denver HOC Appraiser Tech Support Department at 1-800-543-9378 for a verifiable answer to this question. I spoke with “Gary” and he said that NO, the inoperable garbage disposal WILL NOT HOLD UP A CLOSING because FHA doesn’t require appliances to be installed in homes. Gary said that includes Range/Ovens, Dishwashers or Garbage Disposals. Gary said that this is a “condition” issue and that FHA appraisers should apply deductions to the subject property if the comps used have appliances and superior functioning appliances.

BEFORE YOU BUY THAT HOME, GET A HOME INSPECTION!

In the early 2000′s with FHA’s introduction of the HUD Form “HUD-92564-CN” For Your Protection: Get A Home Inspection, FHA made the distinction between the home appraiser and the home inspector and strongly recommended home buyers obtain a home inspection. This appraiser also recommends you obtain a home inspection as well to know the true condition of mechanical system and a more accurate remaining economic life. Home appraisers are fairly limited on their knowledge of such systems but home inspectors are trained to know these systems and know them very well.

Just remember that if you as a home buyer receive notice that there are FHA mandated repairs on the home being purchased, know that this is for your benefit and that generally the seller will be required to repair these items prior to closing.

Bill Cobb, with Accurate Valuations Group, is a long time FHA Home Appraiser within the Greater Baton Rouge housing market. Bill can be contacted at 225-293-1500 or info@accuratevg.com .

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Second Garbage Disposal Source Photo: http://appliancefactory.com/

http://www.southpointappraiser.com/ – Denham Springs South Point August 2010 Update: Number of Sales And Price Per Sq. Ft. Down! There was only 1 sale in November 2010. Sold Price Per Sq. Ft. Down $7.47/sf in 2010 or -8%.

NOVEMBER 11/1/2010 to 11/30/2010: Only 1 GBRMLS Sale. 23862 Waterford Ct, with 1,908sf sold for $152,900 or $80/sf.

YEAR-TO-DATE SOLDS:

Solds In South Point from 1/1/2010 to 12/02/2010 revealed:
Average Sales Price: $150,723
Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $86.74 (Avg through 11/09 $94.21)
Median Sold Price: $152,450
Number of Sales: 24
Average Days On Market: 84
Low To High: $106,500 to $198,500
Number of Sold REO/Foreclosures Noted In MLS: 5

NUMBER OF SALES IN 2010 VERSUS 2009 YTD: -29.4% Decline

In The Number Of Sales From 1/1/09 – 11/30/09 to 1/1/10 – 11/30/10. In 2009 there were 34 sales at this point and in 2010 there have been 24 sales. So, there have been 10 less sales or -29.4% in home sales volume.

CURRENT LISTINGS AS OF 12/02/2010:

Current # GBRMLS Listings: 21, 3 REO/Foreclosure Listing
Current Listings Prices: $89,000 To $210,000, Average $90/sf. $89,000 Listing Price is one of the lowest I’ve ever seen in South Point. Listing Prices per square foot range from $71/sf up to $110/sf.

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2009 to December 2, 2010. This information was extracted on 12/02/2010.

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