Metro City Realty

Why Is Housing Inventory So Low?

One question that's top of mind if you're thinking about making a move today is: Why is it so hard to find a house to buy? And while it may be tempting to wait it out until you have more options, that's probably not the best strategy. Here's why. There aren't enough homes available for sale, but that shortage isn't just a today problem. It's been a challenge for years. Let's take a look at some of the...

Townhome for Sale in Downtown Orlando

1431 E GORE STREET Unit #2, ORLANDO, Florida 32806 3 beds, 2 1,837 SqFt BRAND NEW ROOF!! Custom built townhome in Lake Davis Heights Downtown Orlando. This home features hard wood floors throughout, custom wrought iron railings, RH hardware and custom drapery on windows throughout. Enjoy two wood burning fireplaces, in both the living room and primary bedroom. Tall doors and high ceilings throughout...

Tropical Storm Idalia August 28 UPDATE No. 3

  A Hurricane Watch has been issued for Alachua County, which includes Gainesville. Additionally, a Hurricane Watch remains in effect for the Gulf coast of Florida, from Englewood to Indian Pass, including Tampa Bay. The Tropical Storm Watch issued for the Gulf coast of Florida, south of Englewood to Chokoloskee, remains in effect as well. Tropical Storm Idalia strengthened overnight and is forecast...

When Selling Your Home, Staging Matters

Many people summarize real estate as, Location, location, location, but preparation matters. That's where Terri Rothwell Orlando, part of the Kupferberg Orlando team at Douglas Elliman Real Estate, comes in. A certified member of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals, she specializes in preparing houses for sale. I make sure when a prospective buyer comes through the front door they...

Baldwin Park, Orlando, FL homes for sale and property management

Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home

While the wild ride that was the unicorn years of housing is behind us, today's market is still competitive in many areas because the supply of homes for sale is still low. If you're looking to buy a home this season, know that the peak frenzy of bidding wars is in the rearview mirror, but you may still come up against some multiple-offer scenarios. Here are a few things to consider to help you put your...

Orlando Area Home Sales Down 18 Percent in June 2023

Based on the Orlando Regional Realtor Association's latest market data, the median residential home sales price for the Orlando MSA in June 2023 was recorded at $385,000, up from $378,000 in May. Median home prices have increased every month this year. The median home price in June 2023 was close to June 2022, when it was recorded at $387,000. ORRA reports new listings rose 7.1% from May to June, with...

Downtown Orlando homes for sale and property management

The State of Residential Real Estate in Downtown Orlando (The Community Paper)

Knock knock. Who's there? Dejav. Dejav who? Knock knock Like this knock-knock joke, people engaged in the Orlando residential real estate exchange may be asking what type of market we are in and possibly looking back at history as a predictive tool. Is it a seller's market? A buyer's? The marketplace is uncertain, with the Federal Reserve raising interest rates seemingly every three months. To help...

Florida Department of Health Issues Mosquito Borne Illnesses Advisory

The Florida Department of Health Issues Mosquito Borne Illnesses Advisory Four malaria cases in Sarasota county have been treated and recovered. Tallahassee, Fla. The Florida Department of Health is issuing a statewide mosquito-borne illness advisory following four confirmed and recovered local cases of malaria in Sarasota County. All individuals have been treated and have recovered. Malaria is...

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