According to the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index for November, builder sentiment was unchanged at a reading of 63. Readings above 50 indicate that a majority of builders are confident about housing market conditions. Readings for three sub-indexes used to calculate the Housing Market Index Readings for builder confidence in current market conditions and market conditions within the next six months were posted at 69. The reading for buyer foot traffic in housing developments was 47. Buyer traffic has not reached the benchmark reading of 50 since the peak of the housing bubble approximately 10 years ago.
NAHB Chair Ed Brady noted that survey information provided by most participating builders was gathered prior to the presidential election. Mr. Brady also noted that Housing Market Index readings have exceeded 60 for the past three months, which indicates slow but steady growth in housing markets.
Analysts: Builder Sentiment and Building Activity Inconsistent
While positive builder sentiment readings seem to contribute to stronger housing markets, analysts pointed out that housing starts are not consistent with high builder sentiment levels. Reasons for fewer home starts than the Housing Market Index suggests include approaching winter weather and ongoing shortages of labor and buildable lots.
Real estate pros count on building more homes (and building them faster) as the only solution to tight supplies of available homes and rising demand. These conditions create highly competitive markets that present obstacles to moderate income and first time home buyers. NAHB said that rising incomes, expanding labor markets and relatively low mortgage rates are fueling demand for homes. While mortgage rates have remained near historic lows, home prices have risen quickly in high-demand areas. This creates affordability challenges for home buyers, who also face strict home loan approval requirements.
3 Month Rolling Averages Show Regional Confidence Readings
NAHB reported its three-month rolling averages according to four regions included in Housing Market Index readings. The Northeast reading was 45; the Midwest region’s confidence reading was 58 and the Southern region reported a reading of 66. The West, which includes high-demand metro areas such as Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California, had a November builder confidence reading of 77.
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1800 N 156th Drive
Goodyear, AZ 85395
$649,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,558
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6782725
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Check out that marble flooring! What a Grand entrance into this immaculate 3-bedroom, 3 bath home located in a cul-de-sac lot near a playground. This home features plantation shutters, a kitchen to delight any picky chef with so much space and extended granite counter tops to include a large enough breakfast bar to seat the family. The guest suite features a separate living space with living area, which includes separate washer, dryer hooks ups and separate bed and bath. To top it off the backyard is a blank canvas for completing your entertainment dreams.
1424 E Coronado Road
Phoenix, AZ 85006
$649,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,700
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6784755
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Stunning 1700 Sq. Ft. (1412 main; 288 detached office) Spanish Craftsman Revival in Coronado. Fully renovated with 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large dining room and brand New kitchen cabinets, countertops and backsplash. New updates include a brand new AC unit, Low-E Premium dual pane windows from Anlin, premium vinyl flooring, newer water heater, New 200Amp electrical panel, New copper electrical wiring with grounding in the entire house, new exterior and interior paint, and New ABS plumbing and sewer lines throughout the house and all the way outside to clean-outs. Both bathrooms have been remodeled with new flooring, cabinets and shower tile. No detail left untouched! +++This home includes a detached 288 Sq Ft office/studio/gym/yoga studio with a moving glass wall, 10 foot wide bi-fold door perfect for allowing the outdoor elements In when weather permits. Premium vinyl flooring and separate mini split AC unit. The attic has been closed and insulated.
3233 S Lebanon Lane
Tempe, AZ 85282
$649,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,626
SqFt
Status
Active Under Contract
MLS #
6717336
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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235 W Liberty Lane
Payson, AZ 85541
$649,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,378
SqFt
Status
Active Under Contract
MLS #
6751212
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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16234 E Links Drive
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
$649,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,878
SqFt
Status
Active Under Contract
MLS #
6766788
Property Type
Apartment
Price Type
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8442 S 22nd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85042
$649,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,915
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6776403
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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17201 E Rockwood Drive
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
$649,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,720
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6774894
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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5115 E Zenith Lane
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
$649,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,861
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6784366
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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17621 N Eagle Crest Drive
Surprise, AZ 85374
$649,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,273
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6761486
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Sun City Grand 2 bed 2 bath w/Den on Granite Falls South Golf Course with a great view of #16 green. Quartz counter tops and maple cabinets at the kitchen, carpet and tile throughout. A gas fireplace at the living room, double sinks at master bath and bay at master bedroom. Closet shelving system at master closet. Shutters and honeycomb blinds for window coverings, Ceiling fans, solo tubes, & water softener. Extended 3 car garage w/cabinets and a work bench. Step onto the extended e facing patio for great views and a built in gas BBQ.
22909 N Las Positas Drive
Sun City West, AZ 85375
$649,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,837
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6776318
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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25645 W Blue Sky Drive
Wittmann, AZ 85361
$649,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,139
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6650375
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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1511 E Luminous Lane
Queen Creek, AZ 85140
$649,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,282
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6716533
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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