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Mason, Ohio

Mason, Ohio City BuildingIn 1803, Revolutionary war veteran William Mason paid $1,700 at an auction, purchased 640 acres of land that now stands as downtown Mason and the area has been growing ever since.                                                       

Today the city of Mason is the fastest growing city in Warren County.

A wide variety of residential neighborhoods stretch across Mason offering everything from custom built homes on golf courses to cozy condominium complexes offering all the amenities. Situated close to the I-71 interstate, provides easy access to shopping, airports and hospitals.  Downtown Cincinnati is about a 30 minute drive while a trip to Columbus will take about an hour.

The city has 11 commerce parks and nearly 1,100 acres of undeveloped land.  Three of Mason’s largest employers are Procter and Gamble Health Research Center, Cintas and Luxottica Retail.

A jewel in the heart of the city- the Mason Community Center, the second largest community center in Ohio opened in 2003. The complex is a gathering place for families and neighbors.

It is easy to play in Mason at Kings Island Amusement Park, The Beach Water Park or by playing golf at one of the numerous golf courses.

Mason, Ohio Map

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Mason Real Estate for August

Mason School District

Single Family

Average Price

Days on Market

Condos

Average Price

Days on Market

Actives

393

$547,067

122

126

$173,402

100

Pendings

59

$331,132

89

30

$170,462

95

Closed (01/01/08-08/31/08)

357

$374,850

89

97

$142,750

99

Data from Greater Cincinnati Multiple Listing Service

Mason real estate sales softened in August.

Both the single family home and condominium markets reflected lower numbers for Mason in August…but don’t despair.  The area has been “hot” for quite awhile and average closed price for single family homes has gone up (just slightly).

Since the amount of homes and condos on the markets remains about the same- sellers need to “price it right” on order to attract buyers.

Days on market have increased slightly-indicating hesitation on the part of buyers to put “pen to paper” and write an offer.

Need more detailed information about your subdivision or neighborhood- call or email.

Related Articles:  July StatsJuly Stats for West Chester/Beckett Ridge/Liberty Township

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Mason Real Estate Stats for July

Mason School District

Single Family

Average Price

Days on Market

Condos

Average Price

Days on Market

Actives

401

$542,517

116

140

$169,209

92

Pendings

60

$397,572

89

30

$170,293

96

Closed (01/01/08-07/31/08)

318

$374,162

89

97

$145,000

101

Data from Greater Cincinnati Multiple Listing Service

Mason real estate continues to sell!

Good news for sellers in Mason Ohio.  72 homes and 21 condos closed during the month with the average sale prices showing a very slight increase.

Days on market are decreasing- but there’s still a lot of real estate for sale - so it’s still a “buyer’s market”.

If you need specifics about your neighborhood or complex- call or email.

Related Articles:  Mason June Stats; Fairfield/Fairfield Twp July StatsWest Chester/Liberty Twp/Beckett Ridge July Stats

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5 for 4

No I’m not selling sandwiches….but I am answering your requests for information about affordable housing in Cincinnati, Mason, Fairfield and Lakota School Districts.

affordable housing in Cincinnati

So here we go- at least 5 single family homes or condos (or more) in a variety of areas.

A search of the Greater Cincinnati Multiple Listing Service for homes/condos with a List Price between $100,000- $110,000.

If you want a list of all the properties available within this price range- send me an email.

Starting off in the Cincinnati Public School District with 150 properties available- take a peek at:  Enslin St, Ledgewood, Glencross, Wm H Taft, Sunnybrook, Ardmore, Corvallis, Glenorchard, Vinewood or Brotherton (140 more available -just ask)

Homes or condos in the Fairfield School DistrictHigh Ridge Ct, Walter, Tylersville, Sherry, Boehm, Vassar Ct

Looking in the Lakota School District: Kenneth, Spring Valley, Colegate Way, Granby Way, Columbia Cir.

And last, but not least homes/condos in the Mason School DistrictHolly Ln, Sherman Ter, Fernshire, East Circle, Amber Ct, Terry Ct.

If you would rather look at properties the “old fashioned way” let me make the appointments and get you inside. 

There are over 16,000 single family homes and condominiums listed for sale in the Greater Cincinnati Multiple Listing Service- I am sure I can find the right house at the right price for you!

 

 

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Mason Ohio Home Sales

Mason School District

Single Family

Average Price

Days on Market

Condos

Average Price

Days on Market

Actives

402

$557,737

117

154

$173,165

89

Pendings

71

$455,225

68

23

$149,900

102

Closed (01/01/08-06/30/08)

246

$371,317

91

76

$144,250

104

Data from Greater Cincinnati Multiple Listing Service

Property in the Mason School District continues to sell!

The average list and pending price for single family homes rose slightly, while the average list and pending price for condos declined.

In Mason Ohio during the last 6 weeks approximately 144 single family homes were sold/closed.  An estimated 28 condos sold/closed within the same time frame.

In today’s different market  many mortgage companies are requiring more money down- and pending sales may fall apart because the buyer doesn’t have additional funds.

The number of real estate closings in Mason reflects strong buyers.

Still unsure about the real estate market- call 513-300-4090 or email for easy to understand information on market trends.

Related Articles:  2nd Qtr Home SalesJune Lakota School District Stats; June Fairfield School District Stats

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The World isn’t Flat in Real Estate

The World is Flat  

With all due respect Mr. Friedman, the real estate world is not flat!

In his well written and often quoted book, “The World is Flat”  author Thomas Friedman argues the fact that events and businesses are impacted not just by events in the United States -but by circumstances all over the world.  And, most of the time, I agree with his premise.

However, when it comes to Cincinnati, West Chester, Fairfield, Mson and other local residential real estate, the world is not flat, allowing local markets to be just that -local markets.

Look at the State of Ohio.  The statewide unemployment rate for April was 5.5% but the rate for Cincinnati was 4.6%.  Do you think the greater Cincinnati area might be better off than other parts of the state?

Media coverage of the housing market is ”big” picture coverage.  The woes of Las Vegas, Phoenix and California market show entire neighborhoods engulfed in foreclosures.  Drive around our area and you will find problem properties, maybe even a street with a few foreclosed or abandoned houses -but whole subdivisions under foreclosure- not in our market.                                                                                                                    chicken little

The Chicken Little’s of the press don’t sell papers or magazines unless the sky is falling and they have attached many of the country’s woes to our marketplace.

Are we in a different real market today- you bet we are!

Is pricing more critical than 3 years ago -yes.  Can buyers go in and offer 50% of the list price and get a deal- doubtful.  Is your home’s value higher or lower?  The answer to that depends on a myriad of variables - and I will be glad to discuss and help and make an informed decision. Call 513-300-4090 or email your questions.

 

Related Article: Winning Formula, 3 Key Words in Real Estate

 

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