Waldo Home Sales Report-Nov 2015

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It’s almost the end of 2015…time for one more blog reporting home sales for Waldo.  Higher sales prices and more units sold…that’s what’s been happening all year in Wonderful Waldo. Let’s check the specific single family home sales in the area of State Line to Holmes, and Gregory to 85th St:

In November 2015, 14 homes sold. The median list price was $147,500 and the median sales price was $150,500 with 34 days on market.  The lowest closed sales price was $68,000 and the highest was $285,000.

In November 2014, 25 homes sold. The median list price was $125,000 and the median sales price was $140,000 with 49 days on  market.  

Note the sold price was a little higher than list price.  Sellers are getting very close to their asking price; and buyers could be adding closing costs to the price of the home.  

Checking year to date figures:

From January through November 2015, 374 homes have sold with a median list price of $154,950 and a median sales price of $152,000 with 34 days on market.

From January through November 2014, 343 homes had sold with a median list price of $145,000 and a median sales price of $142,000 and 49 days on market.

We’ve already surpassed number of units sold over last year, and prices are trending higher.

Currently, there are 52 active listings in Waldo, with an average sales price of $123,450 and 71 days on market.  Next month I will report total 2015 sales for Waldo…it has been a good year!

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed)

Brookside Home Sales Report Nov 2015

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Time to take a break from holiday preparations and post Brookside home sales stats for last month.  Prices continue their upward trend!  Next month I will publish 2015 stats with comparisons to the last few years post housing crash.  For now, here are the  the single family home sales for November 2015 in the Brookside zip code of 64113:

In November 2015, 13 homes sold.  The median list price was $315,000 and the median sales price was $312,500.  Average days on market: 39. The lowest sales price was $212,500 and the highest was $1.35 million at 59th St and Ward Parkway.

In November 2014, 23 homes sold.  The median list price was $359,950 and the median sales price was $325,000.  Average days on  market: 48.

Fewer homes sold this November by about half, and the median price was down–however, due to the lower number of sales, the median price dropped.

Checking year to date figures:

From January through November 2015, 315 homes sold with a median list price of $330,000 and a median sales price of $325,000 with 39 days on market.   

From January through November 2014, 267 homes sold. The median list price was $320,000 and median sales price was $311,000 and 39 days on market.

Currently there are 48 single family homes for sale in the Brookside zip code of 64113, with a median list price of $549,975 and 78 days on market. Over half–27–of those homes are priced at $500K and up, including 15 over $1,000,000. The lowest price home is $204,000 and the highest is $50 shy of $4 million.

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS and deemed reliable but not guaranteed).

Armour Hills Home Sales Stats – Nov 2015

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Good morning neighbors!  Are you in the thick of holiday hoopla?  Just imagine moving during this hectic season!  We had a few homes close last month in Armour Hills, and prices continue to rise.  Here are the details for  single family home sales In Armour Hills in November 2015:

In November 2015, four  homes sold with a median list price of $274,950 and a sales price of $276,000 with 70 days on market.    Interestingly, three of the four homes sold were on East Winthrope.

In November 2014, six  homes sold with a median list price of $264,950 and a median sales price of $259,500 with 67 days on the market.

You will notice that the median sales price was higher than the list price–that is because one of the homes probably had closing costs added to the list price.  The other homes sold very close to list price.

Checking year-to-date figures:

From January through November 2015, 73 homes have sold with a median list and sales price of $265,000 with 34 days on market.

From January through November 2014, 61 homes sold with a median list and sales price of $239,950 and sales price of $239,950 with 31 days on market.

It is unusual to have the list and sales price be the same figure.  However, buyers are paying top dollar to move into Armour Hills..when the property is priced correctly.

So far this year median sales prices are up over 10% compared to 2014 for Armour Hills.  Next month I will have the usual December figures as well as a year to date comparison for the past few years.  Currently there are 5 homes for sale, with a median list price of $249,500 and 88 days on market.

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS;  deemed reliable but not guaranteed)

Kriskindl Markt in Brookside This Weekend

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Have a beer. Shop for unique holiday gifts. Enjoy tasty German food. You call do all of those activities – -at the same time!! –this weekend (Dec 4 and 5, 2015) at the annual Kristkindl Markt at Brookside’s Country Club Congregational United Church of Christ, 205 W 65th St.

 

kris This German food and beer festival is a tradition in Armour Hills, and all are welcome.  Large tents are set up, filled with chairs and tables so you can  dine on several kinds of German food and beer.  And if you need to stretch your legs after filling your tummy…walk around the vendor booths, selling various  homemade décor, crafts and gifts.  Kids always love the gingerbread house making area—with donations going to Operation Breakthrough.  Live music keeps the atmosphere festive!

 

If you plan to visit the Kristkindl Markt, remember the narrow residential streets around the church get very crowded with vehicles. Better to park a few blocks away and walk to the event.  The festival is open Friday night from 5pm-9pm and Saturday from 10am-7pm.

New Pizza Joint Open in Waldo

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Last week I stopped by the new Pizzeria Locale to check it out…then discovered this place has been open since late July! Have you tried it yet? Waldo’s newest pizza place is part of the Chipotle restaurant family and located right next door to the Waldo Chipotle location at 505 W 75th St.

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Bridget Waliser (in red cap) and crew in front of the Pizzeria Locale oven and prosciutto slicer

Step inside and you will be greeted with a warm ‘hello and welcome!’ from a staff member. Everyone is friendly and patient as you figure out the menu. This eatery is another ‘fast casual’ restaurant, with an emphasis on very fresh ingredients and quick service. Each order is custom made and ready to serve in less than 5 minutes once ordered.  The Neapolitan-style pizza has a very thin, blistered crust, with crumbled, fresh mozzarella and a large variety of topping options:  capers, mushrooms, olives, peppers, pepperoni, sausage, basil, onions, etc. (Within a week, this location will begin serving four cheese and Hawaiian pizzas due to customer demand). You can order a ‘classic’ pizza with the toppings pre-determined ($5.75-$8.25) , or ‘build your own’ pie, starting with the crust (gluten-free available) and adding the sauce and toppings you prefer. The super-hot oven cooks each pie in just two minutes! So far, the Diavola and Supreme versions are the most popular with customers.

 

Four different types of salads are available, along with freshly sliced prosciutto and pork meatballs. Wine and local beers are served, along with bottled, cold Alchemy coffee from Lawrence KS. There is one specialty dessert available, a Budino, which is double shotglass sized portion of butterscotch pudding with a chocolate ganache and caramel topped with a layer of whipped cream. It’s the perfect sweet bite to end your meal — for just $1.50.

Manager Bridget Waliser says business has been brisk, with most diners stopping by in the evening. Seating is somewhat limited (although there are outdoor tables available during the warmer months), and it’s very easy to get all of their food ‘to go’. There is real value here too: a four slice 10″ pie with salad and drinks could feed two for lunch for under $18 including tax!  Plus the food tastes good and fresh!

Pizzeria Locale is open every day from 11am-10pm in the heart of Waldo at 505 W. 75th St.

 

Armour Hills Home Sales Report Oct 2015

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Autumn is the prettiest season in Armour Hills…soon all the colorful  leaves will be gone, and we’ll see naked sticks outlining the sky. I  also think the trees look the brightest when the skies are a dull gray color. We have a few new households arrive in our neighborhood last month…welcome!    Here are details for  single family home sales In Armour Hills as of last month:

In October  2015, four  homes sold with a median list price of $244,475 and a sales price of $243,000 with 23 days on market.    

In October 2014, six  homes sold with a median list price of $231,950 and a median sales price of $219,750 with 30 days on the market.  

Prices are up compared to last October, and sellers are getting very close to the list price for their homes.  

Checking year-to-date figures:

From January through October 2015, 69 homes have sold with a median list price of $265,000 and a median sales price of $265,000 with 32 days on market.  

From January through October 2014, 55 homes sold with a median list price of $239,950 and sales price of $239,950 with 28 days on market.

Did you notice the median list price and sales price are the same figure for both?? Buyers are paying top dollar to move into Armour Hills..when the property is priced correctly.    

As you can see, we are still way ahead as far as number of homes sold and median sales price compared to 2014.  Currently there are five homes for sale, with a median list price of $229,000  and 97 days on market.  

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed)

Brookside Home Sales Report – October 2015

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Brookside home sales continue to outpace last year!  Prices are up, and the upper bracket ($500K+) homes are attracting buyers.  Let’s look at the numbers – here are the single family home sales for October 2015 in the Brookside zip code of 64113:

In October  2015, 27 homes sold.  The median list price was $397,950 and the median sales price was $383,500.  Average days on market: 54. The lowest sales price was $203,500 and the highest was a cash sale at $1.145 million.  

In October 2014, 25 homes sold.  The median list price was $340,000 and the median sales price was $320,000.  Average days on  market: 41.

A couple of more homes sold as compared to a year ago, and the median price was much higher because eleven of the 27 sales closed were over $400,000, including that $1 million plus sale.

Checking year to date figures:

From January through October 2015, 294 homes sold with a median list price of $329,975 and a median sales price of $325,000 with 40 days on market.   

From January through October 2014, 244 homes sold. The median list price was $320,000 and median sales price was $309,000 and 37 days on market.

We’ve had six sales above $1 million so far this year in zip 64113; last year at this time there were four $1 million+ sales. The higher priced sales push up the median price.

Currently there are 53 single family homes for sale in the Brookside zip code of 64113, with a median list price of $549,950 and 89 days on market. There are 31 homes priced over $500,000 in our area…the highest price home is $50 shy of $4 million.

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS and deemed reliable but not guaranteed).

Waldo Home Sales Report-October 2015

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The home buying season is winding down now as we head into the cooler weather. Checking home sales for Waldo in October 2015, number of units is down slightly; prices holding steady compared to last year.   Here are the home sales stats for Waldo, using the boundaries of  State Line to Holmes, and Gregory to 85th:

In October  2015, 31 homes sold with a median list price of $144,900 and a median sales price of $139,000 and 38 days on market.  The lowest closed sales price was $59,500 and the highest was $395,000.

In  October 2014, 43 homes sold with a median list price of $144,900 and a median sales price of $140,000 with 49 days on  market.  

The median list price did not change, and the final sales price was virtually the same as last October. Days on market were less, meaning a house was listed about 38 days before going under contract.

Checking year to date figures:

From January through October 2015, 239 homes have sold with a median list price of $156,250 and a median sales price of $154,750 with  34 days on market.

From January through October 2014, 294 homes had sold with a median list price of $149,900 and a median sales price of $143,500 and 48 days on market.

Year to date, Waldo home prices are up 7.8% and selling quicker as well!  Currently there are 38 homes for sale in this area with a median list price of $132,450 and 77 days on market.

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed)

Shop Brookside Thursday Evening for Early Holiday Specials

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Now that the World Series hoopla has died down…it’s time to think about holiday shopping! That’s right, it is sneaking up on us quickly this year as we were all happily distracted for several weeks brookside holidaywith our beloved Royals winning the World Series!

This Thursday Nov 12, 2015 is the annual event: Brookside’s Holiday Season Opener. From 5-9pm, Brookside merchants welcome all holiday shoppers with special deals, discounts in a very festive, friendly atmosphere. Several restaurants are offering food and drink specials; there will be live choir music in the park; enjoy complimentary Roasterie coffee and Santa will make an appearance as well! Brookside’s Holiday Season Opener is guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit–as you know, most of the shops are locally owned and operated and offer excellent, personal customer service. Plus, the gift items you find in the Brookside shops are often unique to this area–just window shopping will fill your brain with several gift ideas for everyone on your list.

Also remember that Worlds Window is collecting new and gently used coats and sweaters for women and children at their shop; in exhange, you will receive a 20% off coupon.

Plan to spend Thursday evening with your neighbors in Brookside…and thanks for shopping local!

Free Jazz Concert in Brookside on Saturday Nov 7 2015

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Just a quick blog today to mention the 2nd Annual Brookside Jazz Festival on Saturday November 7, 2015!

Brookside-Jazz-Festival-16x9-smallThe Christ Community Church is hosting the event at 400 W 67th St.  Four bands will be featured, led by John Brewer, Lisa Henry, Ryan J Lee Matthews. The Jazz Festival begins at 5pm, ends at 9pm.  Here’s your opportunity to enjoy some great music with your neighbors this weekend!