Home Sales Statistics for Spencer Co and CLV - November 15, 2008

Home Sales Statistics for Spencer Co and CLV - November 15, 2008

Sold Terms and Days on Market Statistics - Category Single Family

Statistics for Entire MLS since 01/01/2008 - 11/15/2008

Sold Terms for Spencer County

Total - 147 homes
Total List $16,766,640
Total Sold $15,820,329
Avg List $114,059
Avg Sold $107,621
Med Sold $248,000
Avg DOM - 129
AvgDTC - 31
Avg $/SF - $67
%SP/LP - 94.36

Sold Terms for Christmas Lake Village

Total - 41 homes
Total List $7,709,500
Total Sold $7,315,419
Avg List $188,037
Avg Sold $178,425
Med Sold $248,000
Avg DOM - 170
Avg DTC - 40
Avg $/SF - $98
%SP/LP - 94.89

Ditigal Television Transition - February 17, 2009.

Ditigal Television Transition - February 17, 2009.

Do you have a coupon for a converter box?

I thought this was a great website to explain what is happening with the Ditigal Television Transition on February 17, 2009.

Reference the following website https://www.dtv2009.gov/AboutProgram.aspx. This first paragraph is from that website explaining the transition.

What is the digital television transition? At midnight on February 17, 2009, all full-power television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting in analog and switch to 100% digital broadcasting. Digital broadcasting promises to provide a clearer picture and more programming options and will free up airwaves for use by emergency responders. What is the TV Converter Box Coupon Program? Congress created the TV Converter Box Coupon Program for households wishing to keep using their analog TV sets after February 17, 2009. The Program allows U.S. households to obtain up to two coupons, each worth $40, that can be applied toward the cost of eligible converter boxes.

To get your coupon goto https://www.dtv2009.gov/ and apply today.
Hope you found this useful.

Purdue Scholarships for Spencer County Residents

Purdue Scholarships for Spencer County Residents

As a Purdue Alumni and use of this scholarship, I thought I would blog this important fact to potential home owners looking at moving into Spencer County.

All residents of Spencer County students are given a scholarship call the Berkshire Scholarship if they attend Purdue University and are from our county. The amounts vary depending on how many students goto Purdue from the county a year. In addition, you are given scholarship funds every year that you attend Purdue upto four years. A mininium GPA is all that is required to keep the scholarship every year. If you do not keep the min. GPA you can loose it and not qualify for it as you continue your education at Purdue.

Thanks to a Spencer County Alumni that set this fund up. I was very thankful for its use and thousands it saved me over the years at Purdue. I thought I would get the message out because it can make a difference in home selection if you have students getting ready to attend college and you are debating if you want to live in Spencer, Dubois, or Perry County.
Call for more details.

Hail, Hail, to Old Purdue.....

Home Sales Statistics for Spencer Co and CLV - October 11, 2008

Sold Terms and Days on Market Statistics

Category Single Family

Statistics for Entire MLS since 01/01/2008 - 10/11/2008

Sold Terms for Spencer County
Total - 139 homes
Total List $15,792,340
Total Sold $14,896,829
Avg List $113,614
Avg Sold $107,171
Med Sold $248,000
Avg DOM - 130 Avg
DTC - 32
Avg $/SF - $66
%SP/LP - 94.33

Sold Terms for Christmas Lake Village
Total - 40 homes
Total List $7,425,500
Total Sold $7,033,419
Avg List $185,638
Avg Sold $175,835
Med Sold $248,000
Avg DOM - 172
Avg DTC - 41
Avg $/SF - $96
%SP/LP - 94.72

Home Sales Statistics for Spencer Co and CLV

Sold Terms and Days on Market StatisticsCategory
Single FamilyStatistics for Entire MLS since 01/01/2008 - 9/5/2008

Sold Terms for Spencer County
Total - 124 homes
Total List $14,258,590
Total Sold $13,452,879
Avg List $114,989
Avg Sold $108,491
Med Sold $148,000
Avg DOM - 127
Avg DTC - 41
Avg $/SF - $66
%SP/LP - 94.35

Sold Terms for Christmas Lake Village
Total - 37 homes
Total List $6,960,700
Total Sold $6,570,519
Avg List $188,127
Avg Sold $177,582
Med Sold $248,000
Avg DOM - 177
Avg DTC - 41
Avg $/SF - $96
%SP/LP - 94.39

Spencer County and CLV Statistic Update as of Sept 5, 2008

Thanks for making us Number #1 in Spencer County for Residential Sales per MLS

MARKET PENETRATION BY OFFICE01-Jan-2008 - 05-Sept-2008
Status: S
Category: Single Family
Area: ALL AREAS(Numbers Reflect Either Listing or Selling Offices)Rank Code Name Sides Volume Average %Sides %Volume
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1 KASC KEY ASSOCIATES OF SA 63 $10,034,400 $159,276 25.40 37.29
2 Real Estate Company 2 48 $4,301,160 $89,608 19.35 15.99
3 Real Estate Company 3 40 $4,288,200 $107,205 16.13 15.94
4 Real Estate Company 4 8 $1,410,800 $176,350 3.23 5.24
5 Real Estate Company 5 19 $1,383,400 $72,811 7.66 5.14
6 Real Estate Company 6 7 $895,038 $127,863 2.82 3.33
7 Real Estate Company 7 11 $700,500 $63,682 4.44 2.60
8 Real Estate Company 8 6 $624,300 $104,050 2.42 2.32
9 Real Estate Company 9 6 $444,300 $74,050 2.42 1.65
10 Real Estate Company 10 3 $383,000 $127,667 1.21 1.42
11 Real Estate Company 11 4 $382,000 $95,500 1.61 1.42
12 Real Estate Company 12 4 $332,600 $83,150 1.61 1.24
13 Real Estate Company 13 2 $239,500 $119,750 0.81 0.89
14 Real Estate Company 14 3 $189,500 $63,167 1.21 0.70
15 Real Estate Company 15 5 $174,660 $34,932 2.02 0.65
16 Real Estate Company 163 $160,400 $53,467 1.21 0.60
17 Real Estate Company 17 2 $152,000 $76,000 0.81 0.56
18 Real Estate Company 18 2 $125,800 $62,900 0.81 0.47
Others not listed
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TOTALS 248 $26,905,758 $108,491 100.00 100.00

Thanks for making us Number #1 in Christmas Lake Village for Residential Sales per MLS

MARKET PENETRATION BY OFFICE01-Jan-2008 - 05-Sept-2008
Status: S
Category: Single Family
Area: ALL AREAS(Numbers Reflect Either Listing or Selling Offices)Rank Code Name Sides Volume Average %Sides %Volume
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1 KASC KEY ASSOCIATES OF SA 37 $7,253,200 $196,032 50.00 55.20
2 Real Estate Company 2 17 $2,895,300 $170,312 22.97 22.03
3 Real Estate Company 3 6 $1,185,800 $197,633 8.11 9.02
4 Real Estate Company 4 7 $895,038 $127,863 9.46 6.81
5 Real Estate Company 5 3 $384,900 $128,300 4.05 2.93
6 Real Estate Company 6 1 $185,000 $185,000 1.35 1.41
7 Real Estate Company 7 1 $135,000 $135,000 1.35 1.03
8 Real Estate Company 8 1 $113,000 $113,000 1.35 0.86
9 Real Estate Company 9 1 $93,800 $93,800 1.35 0.71
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TOTALS 74 $13,141,038 $177,582 100.00 100.00

Date per the Evansville Board of Realtors MLS

New Housing Law - What does it mean for buyers?

Having a hard time getting loans these days? Hopefully, you fall into a category of below in which the new bill approved last week will help you.

President Bush signed a $300 billion housing bill into law last week. In addition to helping cash-strapped homeowners avoid foreclosure, the law aims to help first-time home buyers to jump start their search in a tough economy.

To boil it down to the basics: first-time home buyers get up to $7,500 tax credit. This basically means you get a 0% loan for 15 years if you buy a home between April 9, 2008 and July 1, 2009.

There are restrictions based on your income.

Talk to your local bank today to see if this can help you with your home purchase!

Goodluck and let us know if you need any assistance.

Christmas Lake Village Open Houses

Christmas Lake Village in Santa Claus, Indiana has open houses once a month on the first Sunday of each month. To view the homes that will be open, please click on our property/open houses and search under Spencer County to view.





Next Open House will be from 12 - 4 PM on July 6, 2008.

New Lakefront Listing - 494 S PRANCER DR S, Santa Claus, IN 47579

MLS 157638

New Lakefront Listing - 494 S PRANCER DR S, Santa Claus, IN 47579

$249,900

Picture perfect is this immaculate and well maintained lakefront home. This custom built brick home is situated on 2 beautifully landscaped level lots and features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with master bedroom suite on main level. Home offers carpet, tile, and hardwood floors, 6 panel wood doors, custom kitchen cabinets, and includes in house and exterior stereo speakers. Family room has hardwood floor, cathedral ceiling, and wood burning fireplace. Large 2 car attached garage with concrete drive. Nice wood patio deck overlooking Christmas Lake. Call today to view this outstanding home!

Listed By: Harold Gogel

(812) 686-1165

New Listing - 6199 N HIGHWAY 231, Gentryville, IN

MLS 157660

$182,900
6199 N HIGHWAY 231

GENTRYVILLE, IN 47537

Great location on 3.19 acres. Ceramic tile on the first floor and skylights. Located only 2.5 miles from Dale. Home offers deatached garage and great woodworking building. 16X24 Woodworking building with electric and concrete floor and garage door.

Listed By Brenda Arnold
(812) 686-2628

New Listing - 975 W RUDOLPH LN, Santa Claus, IN 47579

MLS 157060

$136,900

975 W Rudolph Lane

Santa Claus, IN 47579

Like new three sided brick home in quiet location with great views off back patio. Split bedroom design. 3 BR, 2 BA. Separate dining area and large LR give comfortable feel to this home. MBR has trey ceiling and walk-in closet.

Listed By Ike Schorr

(812) -568-6167

New Lakefront Listing - 439 S Ornament E, Santa Claus, IN 47579

MLS 156915

MLS 156915

439 S Ornament E, Santa Claus, IN 47579

$379,900

Drive up to this spectacular home that is very nicely landscaped on two lots on quiet lake Noel. As you walk into the entry admire the vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, and wood floors. There is a wonderful den with built in cabinets for a perfect office. Step into this large kitchen with dark cherry cabinets and admire the lake views from your breakfast nook area. Have a cup a coffee in your screened in porch and enjoy the lake views off of the master bedroom suite. Downstairs is a full walkout basement for entertaining and a room built just for the Jacuzzi. Do you like fishing and fun days in the sun? This lake is stocked with bass, catfish, crappie and blue gill. Enjoy your own private beach area or head out on the lake with paddleboats, sailboats, or a water kayak. Finally sit back and relax on your full-length deck on the back of the house and enjoy the most spectacular sunsets you have ever seen!

Listed By:

Kara Hinshaw

(812) 686-3268

New Listing - 1027 W Star Circle, Santa Claus, IN 47579

MLS 156735

MLS 156735

1027 W Star Circle, Santa Claus, IN 47579

$117,000

Extremely well maintained. Extra large bathrooms. Nice open kitchen/dining area and cute side covered breakfast porch. Nice open covered front porch 19x5'8 Garage is 20x21 Patio is 12x12. Common area behind property and views of Lake Noel.

Listed By: Brenda Arnold

(812) 686-2628

New Listing - 505 Blitzen Lane, Santa Claus, IN 47579

MLS 156647

MLS 156647

505 Blitzen Lane, Santa Claus, IN 47579

$124,900

Attractive ranch home on nice shaded level lot near the recreation center and lakes. Updated features in home include: New roof 2007; New tile in kit. and baths 2006; whole house painted 2006; wood floors in 2006; added attic ladder and insulation 2006; New light fixtures shutter, front door in 2006. Extra nice 22x6 covered front porch and 16x12 back deck.

Listed By:

Cindy Bowman

(812) 457-2780

New Listing - 13772 N County Road 550 E, Lamar, IN 47550

MLS 156487

MLS 156487

13772 N County Road 550 E, Lamar, IN 47550

$155,000

County, lots of privacy and charm. Just minutes from Santa Claus. This won't last long now that it's be discovered! 13.84 Acres for a mini farm, beautiful lake, pole barns, garden shed complete with it's own beautiful flower garden and orchard. If you love the country but not the long drive, this is the place to be!

Listed By:

Brenda Clark

(812) 686-9899

New Listing - 545 N Walnut Street, Santa Claus, IN 47579

MLS 156320

MLS 156320

545 N Walnut Street, Santa Claus, IN 47579

$139,900

Nice location in the pine trees - Close to the recreation center of Holiday Village. Enjoy season passes to Holiday World and the walking path and park areas. Garage is 25'10x23'7. SEE ADDENDUM SHEET FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OF COMPLETION OF HOME.

Listed By:

Cindy Bowman

(812) 457-2780

Key Connections for Spencer County and Christmas Lake Village By Key Associates of Santa Claus for Week of May 28, 2008

Key Connections - May 28, 2008

NEW LISTING - 11231 Highway 231 N, Chrisney, IN 47611

MLS 156259

MLS 156259

11231 Highway 231 N, Chrisney, IN 47611

$79,500

Adorable home - clean and nicely remodeled w/new cabinets and hardwood floors. Some new replacement windows and totally remodeled bathroom and upgrading of elec. and insulation. Great shady yard, country location - offers 24x40 workshop building w/concrete floor and elec. large sliding door in back and walk-in cooler.

Listed By: Cindy Bowman

(812) 457-2780

NEW LISTING - 831 S Carol Drive, Santa Claus, IN 47579

MLS 156058

MLS 156058

831 S Carol Drive, Santa Claus, IN 47579

$89,900

This is a great vacation and week end home. Very rustic.

Listed By:

Brenda Arnold

(812) 686-2629

Key Connections Week of May 21, 2008

Key Connections

This weeks production of Key Connections will not take place. Please check back next week for the continued video.

For the updated statistics this week, please find below.

Spencer County
Sold Terms and Days on Market StatisticsCategory - Single Family
Statistics for Entire MLS since 01/01/2008

Total Sold - 64
Average Sold - $112,256
Average DOM - 123
Average DUC - 35
Avg $/SF - $66
%SP/LP - 94%

Christmas Lake Village
Sold Terms and Days on Market StatisticsCategory - Single Family
Statistics for Entire MLS since 01/01/2008
Total Sold - 22
Average Sold - $168,855
Average DOM - 157
Average DUC - 48
Avg $/SF - $85
%SP/LP - 94%

FREE BOAT RIDES FROM KEY ASSOCIATES OF SANTA CLAUS ON CHRISTMAS LAKE IN SANTA CLAUS, IN

IT IS TIME FOR LAKEFRONT LIVING

Summer is coming and it is time to start enjoying lake living!

Have you ever been to Christmas Lake? It is great to see our community from the main 217 acre lake. I would love to take you on a personal tour of our lake to view our wonderful shoreline of great homes!

CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE BOAT RIDE!

Tour any of the following homes while you are here. ------> LAKEFRONT HOMES<-------

CALL KARA FROM KEY TODAY!

NEW LISTING -18764 N QUAIL DRIVE, DALE, INDIANA 47523

NEW LISTING - MLS 155982

18764 N QUAIL DRIVE, DALE, INDIANA

$179,900.00

This immaculate, custom built ranch home offers three bedroom, 2.5 bath, and popular split floor plan. Extras include: Large spacious foyer, Tray ceilings, Custom cabinets, Arched windows, Tiled floors, Master bedroom offers extra sitting area with cathedral ceiling and walk-in closet. This home offer private fenced-in backyard, 20x8 covered porch, detached garage with workshop with floored attic. and side porch with swing. House is professionally landscaped around the entire house.

LISTED BY:

RITA VOGES
(812) 393-9166

NEW LISTING -802 S SNOWBALL LANE, CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE, SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA 47579

NEW LISTING - MLS 156218

NEW LISTING - MLS 156218
802 S SNOWBALL LANE
CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE
SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA
$159,000

Great Golf Course home on flat lot on #7 Fairway located in Beautiful Christmas Lake Village. Home offers open floor plan with vaulted ceiling and skylights

LISTED BY:
PATRICK ARNOLD
(812) 686-2629

NEW LISTING -802 S SNOWBALL LANE, CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE, SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA 47579

NEW LISTING -443 W EVERGREEN PLAZA N, CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE, SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA 47579

NEW LISTING - MLS 156044

NEW LISTING - MLS 156044

443 W EVERGREEN PLAZA N
CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE
SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA

$229,900.00

Lakefront home. This house is located on a wooded lot. Great vacation home or getaway. Wood floors and wood cathedral ceilings, wetbar, and great deck. Three bedrooms with each having it's own bathroom. Whole house and deck newly stained. New roof in 2007. A must see for a lakefront buyer.

LISTED BY:
KARA HINSHAW
(812) 686-3268

NEW LISTING - 776 S MELCHOIR DR W, CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE, SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA

NEW LISTING - MLS 156043

NEW LISTING - MLS 156043

776 S MELCHOIR DR W

CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE

SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA

$109,900.00

This is an adorable home with a location near Holly Park. House is on a wooded lot with nice landscaping and a fish pond to relax by at the patio. Home features 3 bedroom, 2 bath, nice walk in pantry, masterbath, and 2 car garage. Do not wait long, this house will not last long at this price. Lot 234 next door is for sale for $6000.

LISTED BY:

KARA HINSHAW

(812) 686-3268

Key Associates update on Key Connections for Spencer County and Christmas Lake Village - May 14, 2008

Key Connections from Key Associates of Santa Claus - May 14, 2008

Please let us know your feedback.

Enjoy.

NEW LISTING - 626 S Ornament Circle, Santa Claus, IN 47579

Very nice location - level lot in cul-de-sac with beautiful views of Lake Holly Well kept all brick home with several updates and new items - see attachments - Relaxing screened-in porch w/hot tub and beautiful views of the shady backyard and lake. Oversized 24'10x14 1 car garage w/extra parking area - storage barn with elec. New deck built in 2007 - floored attic space. Utility info. at house .

Listed By Cindy Bowman

Key Associates of Santa Claus Introduces Our New Live Key Konnections for Spencer County and Christmas Lake Village - May 8, 2008

Hello Everyone,
Key Associates has introduced a new item for our clients. We will be releasing a live taping of one of our agents weekly discussing the market, tips, and other real estate related topics. The goal will be for it to be published on Thursday mornings. Please check back and please provide feedback to us via this blog or email. We would love to hear from you.

Enjoy.

NEW LISTING - 108 E OAK ST, DALE, IN 47523

$75,000

MLS 155932

108 E OAK ST IN DALE

As incredible home with a terrific location. This all brick ranch home with a 1075 sq ft unfinshed basement is immaculate. Home features 2 (could be 3) bedrooms, 1 bath, replacement of furnace 2000, replacement of A/C 2001, all vinyl replacement windows from Wilmes, carport, and storage. The home is in a terrific location. You can walk to the ball park or library from your backyard. Home also features an extra lot for extra yard space.

Listed By: Kara Hinshaw (812) 686-3268

So how is Christmas Lake Village doing for 2008?

Here are the results for the first quarter of 2008 for Christmas Lake Village of all homes sold by all realtors.

Sold Terms and Days on Market Statistics
Category - Single Family Statistics for Christmas Lake Village
from 01/01/2008 to 03/31/2008

Total Homes Sold - 13
Total List $ - $2,071,800
Total Sold $ - $1,936,300
Avg List $ - $159,369
Avg Sold $ - $148,946
Med Sold $ - $135,000
Avg DOM - 167
Avg DTC - 22
Avg $/SF - $82
%SP/LP - 93.46%

Key Associates of Santa Claus is the leading company first quarter in Christmas Lake Village.

Rank Code Name Sides Volume Average %Sides %Volume
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1 KEY ASSOCIATES 15 $2,221,300 $148,087 57.69 57.36
2 Company 2 6 $1,077,500 $179,583 23.08 27.82
3 Company 3 2 $160,000 $80,000 7.69 4.13
4 Company 4 1 $185,000 $185,000 3.85 4.78
5 Company 5 1 $135,000 $135,000 3.85 3.49
6 Company 6 1 $93,800 $93,800 3.85 2.42
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TOTALS 26 $3,872,600 $148,946 100.00 100.00

Santa's Lakeside Cottages - Opening May 2008

ARE YOU LOOKING AT HOMES IN THE SANTA CLAUS AND OUTSIDE OF THE AREA?

ASK BRENDA OR KARA ABOUT OUR 1 FREE NIGHT LODGING IF YOU ARE COMING INTO OUR AREA TO VIEW HOMES WITH KEY ASSOCIATES. LIMITED TO OFF SEASON HOLIDAY WORLD, AVAILABLITY, AND 80 MILE DISTANCE RADIUS.

Available for occupancy May 3,2008.

Luxurious Waterfront cottages on Lake Tannenbaum in Santa Claus Indiana.

Four cottages located on a 2.6 acre lake approximately 1.5 miles from HOLIDAY WORLD. Each cottage has a full queen size bed and a regular Murphy bed and a futon sofa that folds out. Sleeps 6.

The whole family can comfortably spend a couple of days enjoying the area attractions of Holiday World and Splashin Safari, Lincoln State Park, golfing at Christmas Lake Golf Course and the beauty of rural southern Indiana.

View the website - http://www.santascottages.com/

2007 Final Residential Sales for Christmas Lake Village

Check out our statistics below for 2007.

What is Christmas Lake Village? Christmas Lake Village is a private community located in southern Indiana. It is a gated community which covers 2000 Acres with 3 lakes and offers over 800 homes. Enjoy all the benefits of the Big Lake, Lake Holly, & Lake Noel. Rent boat dock on the big lake for only $50. yr. Boating, fishing, skiing, beach, beach volleyball, parks, tennis courts are just a few of the many amenities that you will enjoy by owning a lot in clv with assoc. fee of only $333. (2007). Area attractions include HOLIDAY WORLD, LINCOLN BOYHOOD NATIONAL PARK, LINCOLN STATE PARK, LAKE RUDOLPH, SANTA CLAUS MUSEUM. SANTA'S CASTLE, CHRISTMAS LAKE GOLF COURSE,& LINCOLN AMPHITHEATRE. For more information, please visit http://www.clvillage.com/.

For More Information about the area visit us at http://www.keysanta.com/

Please find the statistics for our community from all realtors. If you have any quesitons, please contact us.

Sold Terms and Days on Market Statistics Category
Single Family Statistics since 01/01/2007 - 12/30/2007

Total Homes Sold - 82
Total List $ - $14,591,400
Total Sold - $13,881,121
Avg List $ - $177,944
Days on Market - 133
Avg Days Under Contract - 32
Avg $/Square Foot - $93
% Sale Price/List Price - 95.13%

Key Associates of Santa Claus #1 in Christmas Lake and Spencer Co for 2007

Key Associates would like to thank all their clients for a great 2007!

Key Associates of Santa Claus was #1 in Residential, Land, and Commercial Sales in Spencer County and Christmas Lake Village.

We appreciate your business and look forward to a great 2008!

Statistics below for your reference.

Spencer County Residential 2007 Results

Company Sales $
Key Associates of Santa Claus $16,074,692
Company B $10,766,435
Company C $4,327,300
Company D $3,270,247
Company E $3,178,600
Company F $2,947,800
Company G $2,181,900
Company H $1,946,100
Company I $1,878,900
Other Companies $6,844,470
Total $53,416,444

Christmas Lake Village Residential 2007 Results

Company Sales $
Key Associates of Santa Claus $12,814,392
Company B $8,160,450
Company C $2,594,800
Company D $2,005,900
Company E $679,900
Company F $476,000
Company G $279,000
Other Companies $1,025,800
Total $28,036,242

For land and commercial statistics, please contact us and we can provide you with those details from the MLS.

Please let us know if we can help you.