August Sees A Rise In New Home Sales
Inventory has been extremely low and buyers are in high demand and some prospective home buyers have been frustrated with the current market. This is not the case with the new home sales statistics. According to the Census Bureau, new home sales rose 1.5% in August 2021.
August saw a solid improvement in new home sales. The median home price was up 20.1% from August 2020 and is now $390,900. In fact, new home sales rose for the second consecutive month in August, the latest sign that homebuilders are recovering from problems that plagued them earlier in the year. The increase also reflects homebuilder sentiment that is on the rise as housing demand remains robust and the cost of lumber continues to ease.
New home builders still have the problem with building materials, the supply chain and labor shortages. These factors are also causing home prices to soar across the United States. This coupled with low inventory is not a good issue for both the builders and home buyers. It is reported that total for-sale inventory which includes new and existing homes has dropped over 20% from August 2020.
If you are in the market for a new home or want to sell your current home now is a great time. Even with the shortage of inventory, a professional sales agent can help you find the right home for the right price.
