September 2023 Housing Overview for Austin-Round Rock Metro
The Austin-Round Rock metro housing market in September 2023 continued to show signs of normalization, with home prices and inventory levels starting to stabilize. However, affordability remains a challenge, as mortgage rates have risen significantly in recent months.
- Median home price
- The median home price in the Austin-Round Rock metro area in September 2023 was $483,000, according to the Austin Board of Realtors. This is up slightly from the previous month, but down from the peak of $551,273 in May 2022.
- Inventory levels
- The number of homes for sale in the Austin-Round Rock metro area in September 2023 was 2,815. This is down 4.0% from the previous year, but up slightly from the previous month.
- Time on market
- Homes spent an average of 48 days on the market in the Austin-Round Rock metro area in September 2023. This is only one day longer than the previous year and two weeks shorter than before the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Affordability
- Affordability remains a challenge in the Austin-Round Rock metro area, as mortgage rates have risen significantly in recent months. The average monthly mortgage payment on a median-priced home in the Austin metro area is now over $3,000, assuming a 20% down payment and a 30-year fixed mortgage at 6.0%.
- Overall outlook
- The Austin-Round Rock metro housing market is expected to continue to normalize in the coming months, with home prices and inventory levels stabilizing. However, affordability remains a challenge, as mortgage rates are likely to remain elevated.
Here are some tips for buyers and sellers in the Austin-Round Rock metro housing market in September 2023:
For buyers
- Be prepared to act quickly and be flexible with your needs.
- Be willing to compromise on location or other factors in order to find a home that you can afford.
- Get pre-approved for a mortgage before you start shopping for a home. This will show sellers that you are a serious buyer and will help you to move quickly when you find a home that you love.
For sellers
- Price your home realistically. Overpricing your home will only deter buyers and make it difficult to sell.
- Make sure that your home is in good condition and shows well.
- Work with a qualified real estate agent who can help you to market your home and negotiate the best possible price.
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