What’s Happening in the Market? June 2024 Update

What’s Happening in the Market? June 2024 Update

What’s Happening In The Market?
June Updates

Please note: this SFAR data is for May 2024

U.S. existing-home sales fell for the second month in a row, sliding 1.9% month-over-month and 1.9% year-over-year, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), with sales down in all four regions of the country. Higher borrowing costs and accelerating home prices continue to weigh on demand, pushing some prospective buyers to the sidelines and causing market activity to slump ahead of summer.

New Listings were up 6.5 percent for single family homes and 22.5 percent for Condo/TIC/Coop properties. Pending Sales increased 15.3 percent for single family homes and 23.2 percent for Condo/TIC/Coop properties.

The Median Sales Price was up 1.8 percent to $1,680,000 for single family homes and 8.2 percent to $1,150,000 for Condo/TIC/Coop properties. Months Supply of Inventory decreased 9.5 percent for single family units but was up 12.5 percent for Condo/TIC/Coop units.

Home prices have continued to climb nationwide, despite an uptick in inventory this year. Nationally, the median existing-home price reached $407,600 as of last measure, a 5.7% increase from the same period last year and a record high for the month, according to NAR. Meanwhile, total inventory heading into May stood at 1.21 million units, a 9% increase month-over-month and a 16.3% increase year-over-year, for a 3.5 month’s supply at the current sales pace.

San Francisco Condo/TIC/Coop Activity Overview
District 9: Central East Activity Overview
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Sub-District 9 Statistics

Based on May SFARMLS month over month data.

Welcome!

For Condos, both for sale and for lease, in the South of Market Area and Mission Bay it’s a buyer’s market. With the recent influx of Generation AI companies hiring locally the property showings have increased dramatically. So, keep your referrals coming! It is a Great time to Buy; You can refinance later!

Real Estate Loans Update:
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) conforming loan limits increase to $766,550 in 2024. Up 5.5% compared to the current limit of $726,200. This is positive for first time home buyers coupled with the recent decrease in mortgage rates.  The seller can buy down the loan interest rate for the buyer or contribute to the closing costs.

Please call me any time for information about the neighborhood or current market conditions. I look forward to working with you!

CA Real Estate Commissions to Change in July 2024

The National Association of Realtor’s (NAR) settlement agreement, will go into effect in July 2024, will no longer allow agents to publish the commission in the MLS listing. That rate would be established during negotiations.

Previously, the buyer’s and seller’s agents would split the commission. Going forward:

  • the Buyer will pay their agent
  • the Seller will pay their agent

Read my most recent testimonial:  

I am thrilled to share my extraordinary experience working with Jane Hopkins, a truly exceptional real estate agent who transformed my condo into a modern masterpiece. From the moment we began, Jane demonstrated an unparalleled vision and dedication that redefined my property.

What started as a condo with outdated shag carpet and faux plaster walls was meticulously reimagined into a sleek, elegant space featuring white engineered floors and smooth white walls. This remarkable transformation extended to two bathrooms and a kitchen, all upgraded to reflect contemporary style and sophistication.

Navigating the sale of my condo during a challenging real estate market with interest rates at 7% and concerns about the future of San Francisco’s South of Market area was no small feat. However, Jane’s patience, perseverance, and expert negotiation skills ensured that we successfully closed the sale despite multiple challenging offers.

If you are considering buying or selling a property, I wholeheartedly recommend Jane. Her visionary approach, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to her clients make her the ideal partner in any real estate endeavor. Working with Jane was an absolute pleasure, and I am confident she will exceed your expectations just as she did mine.

– C.F., Seller –
 and 
RECENTLY SOLD
5 Senior Ave
Berkeley, CA
$1,750,000
Bedrooms: 4 / Bathrooms: 2
Hillside with 3 Bridge Views
Buyer Represented

Museum Parc #501
San Francisco, CA
$1,010,000
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2
Seller Represented

The Courtyard
Sunnyvale, CA
$650,000
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 1
Sold Off Market
Seller Represented

Museum Parc  – 11th Floor

For Lease – Asking $4375/mo


Description:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2
Panoramic City Views
Wraparound Balcony
Corner Location
Remodeled  Kitchen
Wood floors, In-Unit Laundry
New Blinds
Leased Parking
Late June Move In

Hills Plaza – 75 Folsom St
@ the Embarcadero
For Lease – Asking $4000/mo


Description:
11th Floor Quiet Condo
Boutique Building
Partial Bay Views
Bedrooms: 1 / Bathrooms: 1
Spacious Living / Dining Area
1 Car Parking Available
Community Rooftop Terrace w/ Bay Bridge Views
Excellent Location
Mid – July Move In

Lumina

For Lease – Asking $4600/mo


Description:
23rd Floor Quiet Condo
Bay & Bridge Views
Bedrooms: 1 / Bathrooms: 1
Spacious Living / Dining Area
Automated Shades
Beautiful Wood Floors
Custom Closet Organizers
1 Car Parking Available
Fitness Center with Pool & Spa
Community Rooftop Terrace w/BBQ
Built in 2016
July 30 Move In

LEASED UPDATES
Museum Parc
#615 – 
LEASEDBedrooms: 1 / Bathrooms: 1

Museum Parc
9th Floor – 
LEASEDDescription:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2

Mission Bay
Arden – 
LEASEDDescription:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2
+ Den

Museum Parc
#1202 – 
LEASEDDescription:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2

Lumina
#22C – 
LEASEDDescription:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2

Arden
#112 – 
LEASEDDescription:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2

Mission Bay
#810 
– LEASEDDescription:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 1

255 Berry Street – LEASED

Description:
Bedrooms: 2 / Bathrooms: 2