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Muskoka Real Estate | April Update
In April 2023, the MLS® System recorded a total of 442 residential non-waterfront sales in the vibrant Lakelands region. However, this figure reflected a significant decline of 17.5% compared to the same period in 2022.
For the month of April, residential non-waterfront sales were 11.2% below the five-year average and 18% below the ten-year average. These figures indicate a departure from the typical market activity during this time of year.
Over the first four months of the year, the year-to-date residential non-waterfront sales stood at 1,270 units. This represented a substantial reduction of 30.5% compared to the same period in 2022, highlighting a notable downward trend.
Waterfront Real Estate
In terms of waterfront properties, the month of April 2023 saw 84 units sold, indicating a significant decline of 20% from the previous year. Moreover, waterfront sales were 30% below the five-year average and 36.5% below the ten-year average for the month of April.
When considering the year-to-date basis, the total waterfront sales for the first four months of the year amounted to 218 units, marking a substantial reduction of 32.9% compared to the same period in 2022.
To accurately track price trends, the MLS® Home Price Index (HPI) is considered more reliable than average or median price measures. In April 2023, the overall MLS® HPI composite benchmark price was recorded at $685,000, reflecting a substantial decrease of 16.5% compared to April 2022.
For single-family homes, the benchmark price was $708,800, marking a significant reduction of 17% on a year-over-year basis in April. Townhouse/row units experienced a substantial decline, with the benchmark price reaching $567,600, a decrease of 12% compared to the previous year. Similarly, the benchmark apartment price was $475,100, showing a decline of 8.5% from the levels observed a year ago.
The median price for residential non-waterfront property sales in April 2023 was $700,000, reflecting a decline of 6.7% from April 2022. Looking at the year-to-date figures, the more comprehensive median price for residential non-waterfront properties was $679,000, experiencing a significant drop of 15.1% from the first four months of 2022.
In the waterfront property segment, the median price for April 2023 was $973,500, indicating a sharp decrease of 19.2% compared to April 2022. Similarly, the more comprehensive median price for waterfront properties in the year-to-date period was $932,500, demonstrating a significant decline of 21.6% from the first four months of 2022.
Changing Conditions
In terms of the total dollar value, residential non-waterfront sales in April 2023 amounted to $342 million, marking a substantial decrease of 26%
These price fluctuations highlight the impact of changing market conditions and the importance of staying informed when making real estate decisions in the Lakelands region.
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