Home Builder Index Dips in January

January’s National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index dipped two points from December’s revised reading of 69 to 67;  the index reading forecast for January was also 69.Analysts said that January’s reading was the second highest (after December 2016) since the peak of the housing bubble in 2005. January’s dip in builder sentiment was attributed to easing of builder enthusiasm, which spiked right after the U.S. presidential election. To put January’s home builder confidence reading in context, NAHB says that any index reading over 50 indicates that more builders than fewer have confidence in housing market conditions.

NAHB SubIndex Readings for January

Three sub-index readings are used in compiling the NAHB Housing Market Index reading. Builder confidence in current housing market conditions fell three points to 72; builder confidence in housing market conditions over the next six months fell two points to 76. Builder confidence in buyer traffic in new housing developments dropped one point to 51.

Builders surveyed continued to cite the cost of new lots for development and the lack of skilled labor as obstacles to higher builder confidence.

After releasing January’s index readings, the NAHB said that while January’s readings were lower than those for December, a majority of builders have expressed confidence that the new administration will reduce regulatory pressure on home builders. NAHB also cited home builder concerns over mortgage rates, which rose nearly a percentage point in November and December before falling. Despite ongoing concerns, builder sentiment has steadily improved over time. On average, builder confidence averaged a reading of 61 in 2016 against 2015’s average reading of 59 and the 2014 average reading of 52.

Builder Outlook Seen as Key to Easing Home Shortage

Real estate and mortgage pros have consistently said that building more homes is necessary to ease the ongoing shortage of available homes. NAHB’s Housing Market Index is closely followed as a benchmark of home builder confidence. Higher builder confidence in current and future housing market conditions is viewed as a potential indicator of home building activity, but housing starts have not been uniformly allied with builder confidence.

Shortages available homes creates high demand creates concerns for potential buyers seeking affordable homes. Rapidly rising home price, particularly in high demand metro areas, have sidelined buyers who cannot compete against buyers making cash offers on homes with rapidly escalating prices.   For more information give me a call – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.

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5755 S Joshua Tree Lane Gilbert, AZ 85298

$2,895,000 - 4Br/5Ba -  for Sale in Terraza- Stone Crest, Gilbert
Open House
$2,895,000
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,938 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6709775
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
60-90 day closing!- Stone Crest is Camelots latest offering in the SE Valley.This was our most popular floor plan in Morrison Ranch! Luxury and glamour is the standard in this beautiful Modern Farm House model home featuring 4 en-suite bedrooms.Attached guest house with living and kitchenette. Isokern fireplace and tons beautiful designer features and finishes. With Camelot you know your home is built with love and passion for indoor/outdoor lifestyle in mind - where it's easy to unwind, explore, or throw an unforgettable party with the ones you love. Step into the future of luxury living with the high quality design and innovative architecture of Award winning Architect Robert Hidey.

37200 N Cave Creek Road Unit 1004 Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$2,883,988 - 2Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Desert Mountain, Scottsdale
Open House
$2,883,988
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,489 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6719736
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
**MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE - CONTACT FOR DETAILS** WELCOME TO THE VILLAGE AT SEVEN DESERT MOUNTAIN! BUILT BY THE AWARD-WINNING CULLUM HOMES, THESE DISTINCTIVE ''LOCK-N-LEAVE'' RESIDENCES ON ALL 33 LOTS EITHER BACK UP TO THE 13TH HOLE OF THE RENEGADE GOLF COURSE, OR THE 10TH AND 11TH HOLE OF THE SEVEN DESERT MOUNTAIN® GOLF COURSE. CHOOSE FROM FOUR DIFFERENT BASE FLOOR PLANS, WITH SINGLE AND TWO-LEVEL OPTIONS AVAILABLE, AS WELL AS THE OPTION TO ADD A ''19TH HOLE'' BASEMENT ENTERTAINMENT ZONE COMPLETE WITH INDOOR GOLF SIMULATOR, GLASS-ENCLOSED COLLECTOR CAR SHOWROOM, THEATER, WET BAR AND OTHER AMENITIES. THIS DESERT WILLOW PLAN, WITH LIVABLE SQUARE FOOTAGE STARTING AT 3489 SF, FEATURES 2 BEDROOMS PLUS AN OFFICE/DEN, 2 FULL BATH AND 1 POWDER (SEE MORE) BATH, 2-CAR GARAGE. SPACIOUSLY LAID OUT SPLIT FLOOR PLAN. OPEN GREAT ROOM WITH A MODERN LINEAR-STYLE BUILT-IN FIREPLACE AND GLASS WALLS FOR VIEWS, WITH AN OPTION FOR INDOOR/OUTDOOR POCKET DOORS. FORMAL DINING AREA. KITCHEN AREA WILL HAVE A LARGE CENTER ISLAND WITH EAT-UP BAR SEATING, ALL STAINLESS-STEEL TOP-OF-THE-LINE WOLF SUB ZERO APPLIANCE PACKAGE, WALK-IN PANTRY. OWNERS SUITE WITH A SEPARATE EXIT OUT TO THE BACK YARD, DUAL SINK VANITIES IN THE BATH, SEPARATE SHOWER AND SOAKING TUB, WALK-IN CLOSET WITH BUILT-INS. ADDITIONAL BEDROOM ON OTHER SIDE OF HOME WITH EN-SUITE BATH AND WALK-IN CLOSET, ALONG WITH A PRIVATE OFFICE/DEN. LARGE LAUNDRY ROOM WITH EXTRA STORAGE SPACE AND LAUNDRY TUB AND A POWDER ROOM. THIS FLOOR PLAN CAN BE FULLY CUSTOMIZED TO FIT THE BUYER'S LIFESTYLE. A DETACHED GUEST CASITA IS AVAILABLE ON SELECT LOTS. HOMES ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE LATEST SMART-HOME TECHNOLOGY WITH FULL HOUSE AUTOMATION AVAILABLE. ENERGY EFFICIENT AND LOTS OF HEALTHY HOME FEATURES ALSO INCLUDED. FRONT YARD LANDSCAPING INCLUDED. HOMEOWNERS AT SEVEN DESERT MOUNTAIN WILL BECOME EITHER A LIFESTYLE OR EQUITY GOLF MEMBER AT DESERT MOUNTAIN, GAINING ACCESS TO ITS WORLD-CLASS AMENITIES INCLUDING THE NEWLY RENOVATED SONORAN SPA AND FITNESS CENTER, TENNIS COMPLEX, HIKING AND BIKING TRAILS, SIX ADDITIONAL PRIVATE GOLF COURSE, LUXURIOUS CLUBHOUSES AND RESTAURANTS. COMMUNITY IS GUARD-GATED 24/7 FOR THAT LOCK-N-LEAVE LIFESTYLE ONE SO DESIRES.

13188 E Desert Holly Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$2,883,545
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,779 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6678261
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
**AGENTS - Please read private remarks** This fantastic new construction home features a Full Landscape Package with Pool, Gourmet Kitchen, A Spacious Back Prep Kitchen, Urban Style Aries Cabinets, Modern Tile Flooring, Quartzite Counters with Waterfall Edge on Island, Contemporary Iron Entry Door, Infrared Ceiling Patio Heaters, 12ft Rolling Wall of Glass at the Nook and a 20ft Rolling Wall of Glass at the Great Room. With trails offering access to the Preserve and its 150+ mile trail network, life at Storyrock includes convenient access to Tom's Thumb and endless opportunities to enjoy nature. Storyrock offers a rare opportunity to live within close proximity to the best of Scottsdale while also among Arizona's timeless natural treasures, all within a distinctly modern setting.

11440 E Black Rock Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$2,875,000
4 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,402 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6683249
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Views, views, and more views! Showing off with a subtle sense of Southwestern sophistication, this extraordinary home enjoys a spectacular panorama of city lights, mountain and desert views from its secluded cul-de-sac setting on 2.4 acres in the exclusive Troon Estates community. Living room w/corner-set kiva fireplace, handsome ceiling beams, tall view- windows, stunning wood accents. Chef's kitchen w/gorgeous granite, high-end culinary accoutrements. Owner's suite w/blissful bedroom, luxurious bath, private cocktail view-balcony, Exercise room with private patio and surrounded by saguaro forest. Inviting alfresco amenities, front-of-property lagoon-style pool w/boulder trim. Spa w/gently cascading waterfall. Expansive lounge and sun-decks. Fireplace view-patios. Putting green. BB 1,502SF expansive guest house is currently used as an executive office suite, game room, entertainment space, and kitchenette. It could easily be converted to a 2-bedroom-2 bathroom private living quarters with a full kitchen.

37300 N School House Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331

$2,875,000
3 Beds
4 Baths
3,701 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6610024
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
RISE ABOVE IT ALL!!! FANTASTIC 360-degree views, exceptional privacy, yet blocks away from COUNTRY DANCING, dining, shopping, golf, and all the watering holes that Historic Cave Creek has to offer. Quality constructed custom home by Presidio Homes has been lightly lived in, still has that NEW HOME FEEL. Buyers will appreciate the detail, planning and finish of this home. Carefully integrated into the mountain for unsurpassed views of surrounding mountains, spectacular sunrise/sunsets and city lights by night. Every detail of the home was carefully planned by owner/structural engineer. Indoor/ outdoor living, privacy and top of the world views as the home borders Black Mountain Preserve!! A 320-acre paradise outside your door.

10492 N 128th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85259

$2,870,900 - 3Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Aura, Scottsdale
Open House
$2,870,900
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,034 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6644608
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Quicker move-in opportunity at Camelot Homes newest Scottsdale neighborhood. This beautiful gated neighborhood features contemporary designs with amazing indoor/outdoor living spaces. This new floorplan includes 3 bedrooms/3.5 bath plus den. The modern custom kitchen is a chefs dream with Wolf/Sub Zero appliances. The light and bright great room has upgraded drop ceiling, iron fireplace, and sliding glass doors. The owners retreat offers a spa like experience with sliding glass doors to the serene backyard. The stunning courtyard has a resort like pool with stunning fountains and sunken barbecue area.

23625 N 63rd Drive Glendale, AZ 85310

$2,860,000
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,332 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6765081
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
MODERN NEW CONSTRUCTION FINISHED 2023. Sleek single-level, panoramic views, anabundance of glass showcasing a mountain backdrop capturing the ultimate privacy. A car lovers dream includes two RV 14' door garages (one drive through) paired with an enclosed air conditioned loft/flex space, 4 garage stalls in total, air-conditioned (with RV hookups)! If you seek space for boats/toys, RV, and/or car collectors - this is your home! The timeless finishes create harmony among the open cooking space, a full-height kitchen backsplash, modern cabinets a palatial island, hardwood floors, modern fireplace, Thermador stainless steel appliances, 10' glass retractable doors, 12' ceilings throughout, MASSIVE GAME ROOM with wine and bourbon storage, a separate office, mud room, two laundry set-ups, two oversized ensuites and primary bedroom which will leave you speechless. The spectacular demonstration of floor to floor-to-ceiling glass shower and soaking spa tub is the final touch of this residence. The resort like pool, outdoor living and entertainment space - a masterpiece, every single box checked of your most particular buyer. There is not a dollar spared, a feature missed. Gated, single level, abundant natural light, quality which you can not rebuild for.

28083 N 109th Way Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$2,850,000
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,500 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6777402
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Serene is brand new gated enclave of 21 cutting edge single level contemporary homes designed by Swayback Architects & Planners and built by Sonora West Development. Each Serene home brings a new definition to the ''Lock and Leave'' lifestyle with open Great Room floor plans perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. There are four different models to choose from with lavish interior finishes created by renown interior designers Est Est. This Model B is available with 3 Car Tandem at 3,290/sf (Also available at 3,500/sf with 2 car garage.) Either configurations available only on lots 1, 3, 5, 8 & 19. Base price shown does not include lot premiums or upgrades but does include 25K pool and a 25k landscape allowance, Subzero & Wolf Appliances & BBQ.

2201 E Marshall Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85016

$2,850,000
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,777 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6776052
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
THE Luxury Mid-Century Modern home you've been waiting for! Near-acre irrigated lot offers a desert botanical garden-landscape in a coveted Biltmore-area location. Boasting 5777/SF+- of MCM perfection and space for all: 5 beds, 3.5 baths, gallery, studio and guest house; architectural details include vaulted/beamed ceilings, clerestory windows, terrazzo floors, abundant light. Updated primary suite and kitchen offer custom built-in detail. Primary suite has generous closets, luxurious bath and office. Step-down living room commands conversation w/'60's-era quarried rock fireplace. Period-perfect center door knob welcomes; original wood elements and floor to ceiling windows anchor the home to the outside. Resort-style heated pool, generous patios & water feature exude serenity-WOW!!! MORE Features: Coveted Location in the Biltmore/Camelback Corridor True MidCentury Modern Architecture Exceptional & varied MCM Rooflines Over 5700 SF Home on a 36+K SF Pristine Lot 5 Beds; 3.5 Baths, w/ Guest House!!! Lush Landscaping & Exquisite Cacti Specimens Botanical Garden-Esque Paths of Serenity Pride of Ownership Present at Every Turn Roof Overhangs & Deep Shade Pockets Roof Recoated in '19 & one 5 Ton Trane HVAC in '22 Lovely Wood & White Kitchen w/ Loads of Storage Walls of Windows, Skylights & Clerestories Envelopes Light Vaulted & Beamed Ceilings & Repetitive Columns add Symmetry Living Room has Spectacular Spaces that Inspire Step Down Living Room Commands Conversation Terrazzo Floors Inside w/ a Scored Concrete Pool Surround Dramatic Angular Heated Pool Invites a Look & Dip Water Feature Connects Garden to Pool Seamlessly Patios & Special Enclaves Throughout Build-In's in the Home Office you Need Art Crafted Gates & Circular Paths Usher You In 60's Quarried Rock Wall & Fireplace of Time Gone By Central Door Knob Accentuates this Period Front Door Inverted Corner adds Visual Interest Primary En-suite: 2-Sided Vanity, Jetted Tub & Shower NO HOA Workshop/Studio, Game Room, Bonus Spaces, Office 2 Car Garage Plus 1 Carport & More Parking North South Exposure & Mountain Views

3723 E Sells Drive Phoenix, AZ 85018

$2,850,000
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,169 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6721838
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Gated Sycamore community townhome located in the heart of Arcadia. This exquisite 4 bed, 4.5 bath lofted home is open concept with wood flooring, large windows, glass sliders, and high ceilings. Living room features fireplace with tons of natural light, dining area, high end lighting, and chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, island, custom cabinets, and pantry. Primary suite includes dual vanities, freestanding clawfoot bathtub, enclosed toilet, and oversized shower. Entertain family and friends in the backyard's covered patio, custom pool, outdoor kitchen, or outdoor firepit, including misters and foggers, lush plants and desert landscaping. Home features an additional 3 guest bedrooms, 3 garage spaces, and lofted area perfect for office, theater, gym, or playroom. Enjoy Arcadia and Scottsdale's top resorts, golf, dining, or restaurants just minutes from your new home!

40485 N 109th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$2,850,000
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,800 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6745877
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This beautiful, meticulously maintained custom home boasts an ideal floor plan.The open-concept layout features a chef's kitchen & wet bar, seamlessly connecting to the expansive dining and living areas, enhanced by mountain & city light views.The luxurious primary bedroom offers a cozy fireplace & direct access to the backyard, while the primary bath is a haven of comfort with 3 separate vanities & two walk-in closets. A dedicated bedroom wing includes 2 ensuite bedrooms & a 300 sq ft casita with a fully equipped kitchen.The outdoor living space is equally impressive, featuring a negative-edge pool & spa, a firepit, a built-in BBQ, & a large covered patio, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy panoramic 360-degree views from the upper deck. A Four Seasons Membership is available upon approval

10050 N 58th Place Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

$2,850,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
4,004 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6762145
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Prepare to be pleased with the warmth, beauty and usability of this home. Front door takes you past dining and conversation rooms to a spacious kitchen with a large island, gas cooktop and is open to the great room. Dine at your kitchen table and enjoy views to the resort-like back yard, complete with covered patio, BBQ grill area, pool slide and covered grotto with waterfall. Heated jacuzzi, pavered conversation area and grassy area complete the backyard. Primary suite includes office, spa-like bathroom and a spacious, organized closet. Enjoy three other bedrooms, plus a FLEX room or additional (5th) bedroom. Laundry room can also be used as a craft room. Extensive solar panel system is owned, along with smart home automation: nest thermostats, security cameras and alarm system.

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