Hudson County Condo Market Recap February 2015
Exceptional dining, shopping, and entertainment options are often a consideration for those looking for a new condo. Location, of course, is the foremost concern. Condos in Hoboken and Downtown Jersey City are highly sought-after because they satisfy both of these requirements.
Proximity to New York and fantastic neighborhood amenities give these Hudson County communities an excellent outlook for both sellers and buyers. When considering a purchase in Hoboken or Jersey City, staying abreast of the changes in real estate is essential. Let’s take a look at how the market fared in February.
Hoboken Market Breakdown:
February 2015 Hoboken Condominium Sales Data
Average Sales Value: $611,048
Average Price/Sq. Foot: $602
Total Closed Condo Sales: 33
As a comparison, the average sales value increased 0.70% over February 2014, and the average price per sq. foot saw a 9.6% increase from one year ago.
February 2015 saw 25 less condominiums sold than the previous year – 58 Hoboken condos were sold in February 2014.
Negotiation room: A short supply and high demand have kept negotiations to a minimum. In February, the average sales price to list price ratio was 99.72%. That is about 0.7% higher from 1 year ago.
Downtown Jersey City Market Breakdown:
2015 Downtown Jersey City Condominium Sales Data
Average Sales Value: $605,094
Average Price/Sq. Foot: $601
Total Closed Condo Sales: 29
Comparatively, the average sales value increased 10.87% over February 2014, and the average price per sq. foot saw a 13.2% increase from last year.
Total closed condo sales in February of 2015 in Downtown Jersey City decreased by 16, compared to February 2014.
Room for negotiation: Similar to Hoboken, there is little room for negotiation in the Downtown Jersey City condominium real estate market. In January 2015, the average list price to sales price ratio was 99.2%, up from 97% a year ago.
Hudson County Condo Return on Investment
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