S&P Case-Shiller: Home Prices Gain in August

Home prices gained in August per the 20-City S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Index. Analysts said that home values continue to expand in spite of challenges including low inventories of available homes and strict mortgage qualification requirements.

National Home Price Index Near 2006 Peak

According to the national Case-Shiller Home Price Index, August home prices are 0.10 percent below their 2006 peak and all metro areas in the 20-City Home Price Index posted gains. Top gains in the 20-City Home Price Index were posted by Portland, Oregon with a year-over-year gain of 11.70 percent, Seattle, Washington home prices gained 11.40 percent and Denver, Colorado home prices gained 8.80 percent year-over-year.

All metro areas included in the 20-City Index posted year-over-year gains in excess of one percent. New York City had the lowest year-over-year price gain with a year-over-year reading of 1.70 percent in August. Washington, D.C. home prices rose 2.30 percent year-over-year. Home prices in the Cleveland, Ohio metro area increased by 2.90 percent year-over-year.

New Housing Bubble Unlikely

With home price gains close to peak prices seen before the housing bubble burst, concerns may arise over the potential for a new housing bubble to occur in coming months. Analysts say this is unlikely as home buyers are not taking out extreme levels of mortgage debt seen at the onset of the Great Recession. David M. Blitzer, chairman of the S&P Index Committee, said “There is no reason to fear another massive collapse is around the corner. The run-up to the financial crisis was marked with both rising home prices and rapid growth in mortgage debt.”

Possible Fed Rate Hike Won’t Cause Mortgage Rates to Explode

The Federal Open Market Committee of the Federal Reserve is expected to raise the Fed’s target federal funds rate in December. This action will lead to interest rate increases for consumer credit and mortgages, but not at levels that would make mortgage loans suddenly unaffordable. While gradual increases in federal interest rates would cause mortgage rates to rise over time, market conditions and related factors could potentially cause home prices to slow or even dip in some areas. Regional influences including employment and demand for homes are examples of factors contributing to home price growth or decline in specific areas.

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23964 N 171st Lane Surprise, AZ 85387

$584,995
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,630 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6720282
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Ease and elegant design blend beautifully in the ranch-style Pomona plan. An inviting great room is at the heart of the open layout, adjacent to a dining nook and a kitchen showcasing a pantry and a center island. Aspiring top chef? This home has gourmet kitchen features! The impressive owner's suite offers a walk-in closet and a private bath with a deluxe, large walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms, a central study and a laundry round out the floor plan, which includes a covered patio, a 2-car garage and a 1-car side-turn garage. This home features 10 ft ceilings, paver driveway, Wood look tile flooring, Quartz countertops, Super shower with an additional rainfall shower head & many more upgrades.

698 E Aurora Drive San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

$584,990 - 5Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Edgewood Villas, San Tan Valley
New
$584,990
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,568 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6788103
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Move-In Ready! Located just south of AZ-24, this home is perfect for commuters and adventurers alike. The popular Warren plan offers 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a media room! Enjoy the open gourmet kitchen, dining area, and great room with mulit-slide door, that flow seamlessly to the patio—perfect for indoor/outdoor living. The kitchen stuns with dark blue cabinets, brushed nickel hardware, floating shelves, white quartz countertops, and a spacious island. The media room is perfect for movie nights or relaxing. The split floor plan ensures privacy in the Primary Suite with its large walk-in closet and spa-like bath. Stylish wood-look tile, cozy bedroom carpet, and designer touches throughout complete this exceptional home. Ready now!

4353 N 203rd Avenue Buckeye, AZ 85396

$584,990
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,670 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6736276
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This home is our Gorgeous Bernstein plan! Designed with our Loft 'Looks' selections providing a curated interior offering stunning finishes. Your spacious kitchen features an oversized island, quartz counters, 42 '' upper cabinets and GE profile stainless steel appliances. The open great room with coffered ceilings is perfect for entertaining. A bonus room is ideal for relaxing, working from home or as an additional bedroom. The primary suite includes resort like bath with no-step shower and walk-in closet. Plan you visit today! ^^Short/long term interest rate buydowns available when choosing our preferred Lender. Additional eligibility and limited time restrictions apply.

10206 W Piccadilly Road Avondale, AZ 85392

$584,990
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,815 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6772257
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
MLS#6772257 January 2025 Completion! Discover modern living at Parkside Los Cielos with our 40-RM4 floorplan, a spacious two-story home featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. The open-concept layout effortlessly blends the dining room, kitchen, and great room, creating an ideal space for daily living and entertaining. A private bedroom and bathroom are conveniently located at the front of the home, offering a quiet retreat. Upstairs, the primary bedroom awaits with a large walk-in closet and shower, accompanied by two more bedrooms. Experience the perfect balance of comfort and style in this thoughtfully designed home. Structural options include: 4th bedroom and full bath on 1st floor, paver driveway, loft in lieu of upstairs bedroom, large tandem garage, large mud room, vaulted ceilings.

20251 W Catalina Drive Buckeye, AZ 85396

$584,990
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,456 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6747889
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
QUICK MOVE-IN HOME! MOVE INTO YOUR NEW HOME BEFORE THE HOLIDAYS! SPECIAL FINANCING WITH BELOW MARKET INTEREST RATES AVAILABLE! MOVE-IN PACKAGES AVAILABLE! PLEASE INQUIRE ABOUT THESE SPECIALS ON THIS QUICK MOVE-IN HOME AND OTHERS. ACT SOON BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE! It's the Amethyst floor plan with 3 bedrooms + study, 3 full baths and 3 car garage. Pavers at drive, walk and entry. Large walk in shower at owner's bath. 12x8 sliding glass door that leads out to your extended covered patio. Sonoma maple Linen-off white cabinets with hardware in kitchen with 42'' kitchen uppers and pull out trash drawer with two bins. AZT Tawny Quartz countertops in kitchen and at the enhanced island. Kitchen sink is a black under mount single bowl sink. 8' tall interior doors. Upgrade flooring includes Beaumont Olmo 7x24 plan tile in all areas of the home except bedrooms and closets. Dual sink at bath 2. Soft water loop, gas stub for future BBQ. Please verify information with onsite agent. Thank you!

3438 E Betsy Lane Gilbert, AZ 85296

$584,990
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,909 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6739064
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Now with a strategic price adjustment—this opportunity is too good to pass up! This move-in-ready 4-bedroom beauty in Higley Park won't last long! The versatile floor plan offers THREE EXTRA living spaces—ideal for a den, home office, or cozy loft—giving you endless options to suit your lifestyle. The sellers have meticulously prepared this home, and it shows. With fresh paint, a new AC unit, and abundant storage, this home combines comfort, style, and functionality. You'll love the expansive primary suite featuring a grand bedroom, luxurious bathroom, and an oversized walk-in closet that's truly a must-see. Step outside to enjoy tree-lined streets, parks, walking trails, and a refreshing community pool. Located just a short stroll from Agritopia and Gilbert's Epicenter, where fantastic dining and shopping await. With close proximity to Loop 202, San Tan Mall, and excellent schools, this location is unbeatable. Take advantage of this newly priced gem tour today and make it yours!

262 S 164th Drive Goodyear, AZ 85338

$584,990
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,510 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6754928
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
QUICK MOVE-IN HOME! MOVE INTO YOUR NEW HOME BEFORE THE HOLIDAYS! SPECIAL FINANCING WITH BELOW MARKET INTEREST RATES AVAILABLE! MOVE-IN PACKAGES AVAILABLE! PLEASE INQUIRE ABOUT THESE SPECIALS ON THIS QUICK MOVE-IN HOME AND OTHERS. ACT SOON BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE! It's the Jade floor plan with 4 bedrooms all with walk in closets. 3 full baths. Everything is large in this home. Lot large enough for an 8' gate. Large owner's entry (mud area) as you walk in from the 3 car garage. Multi slide door off the spacious great room. Owner's bath has a large walk in shower with tile surrounds and floor. Pavers at drive, walk and entry. Stainless steel gas appliance package with 30'' cooktop, wall oven, microwave, canopy hood. Barnett painted Boulder cabinets. AZT Hana Sky quartz countertops at kitchen and expanded kitchen island. Dual sinks at bath 3. DT Broxburn gray 6x24 plank tile in all areas of the home except closets and bedrooms. Dual sinks at bath 3. Please verify all information with onsite agent. Thank you!

4827 Raven Circle Happy Jack, AZ 86024

$584,950
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,760 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6674098
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Beautiful log cabin located in Happy Jack, escape the heat and busyness of your life. This great home sits on an acre with pines, oaks and junipers, great 3/4 wrap covered composite deck. Main floor has beautiful hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, great brick fireplace, master bedroom/bath, office/den or extra living area, great room and an amazing kitchen and dining area. Great wood plank stairs lead upstairs to 2 bedrooms, bath and a great cozy playroom for the kids. This custom home offers many upgrades on the kitchen cabinets, windows, wood beams and more. You will fall in love sitting inside looking at the great interior or sitting on the covered patio watching the wildlife and listening to the peacefulness of Happy Jack. Bring your buyers, motivated seller.

16006 W Electra Lane Lane Surprise, AZ 85387

$584,930
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,229 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6764927
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
New home ready for immediate occupancy! This single level 2225 SF single level 3 BR, 3. BA home is located on a north south facing home site. Surrounded by single level homes, no 2 stories. Exciting included features include white cabinets, upgraded granite tops, tile Kitchen backsplash, plank tile on the floors, 10' ceilings, 8' interior doors, 3 car garage, gourmet kitchen, garage service door, tank less water heater, Front Yard landscape, and so much more. Neighborhood includes, tree lined streets, Community Aquatic Center, Picleball Courts. Certified Energy Star and Indoor Air Plus for more energy savings.

8190 N Bel Air Road Casa Grande, AZ 85194

$584,900
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,959 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6765429
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
The home boasts 3 large bedrooms with lighted closets and 2.5 baths, an open floor plan that includes a great room with vaulted ceilings, dining area & views of the backyard, covered patio and rock fire pit. The kitchen features plenty of granite counter space, pantry, spice cabinet, stainless/black appliances, the fridge and built-in microwave are just over a year old. The oversized laundry room has extra space, lots of cabinets and a half bath. The 2 car attached garage is extended length and has a 220 plug for compressor/welder etc. All has been freshly painted inside and out 7/2023, with a new roof installed on both the home and the workshop 8/2024. There is also a 220 electric RV hook up on the exterior of the home near the RV gate. Behind the RV gate is a large covered parking area and patio off the garage. The detached workshop is 16'X24' with a sub-panel, ample electrical outlets, multiple workbenches, drawers and shelves. All on 2.44 surveyed acres of land with approximately 1 acre cleared and gravel base. There are also multiple water spigots around the exterior of the home for convenience. The home is located approximately 2.5 miles from I10 and just minutes from shopping, dining and entertainment and just a 30 minute drive to Chandler, Gilbert and the East Valley. Property owner is a licensed Realtor.

1300 W 7th Street Tempe, AZ 85281

$584,900
6 Beds
4 Baths
2,441 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6733783
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
**AMAZING 6bd/4bath HOME ON A HUGE LOT IN THE HEART OF TEMPE & NEAR ASU!** This is the perfect investment or rental property! Featuring: 2441 sq.ft of Living Space, Fresh Interior Paint, easily maintained Tile, Formal Living Room, Massive Family Room, Dining Area, Kitchen with Refinished Cabinets, Gas Stove, Refrigerator & Dishwasher, 6 Good Sized Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (1 Newly Remodeled)+ A HUGE FLEX ROOM (potential 7th bedroom), Upgraded Dual Pane Windows, Custom Fans & AC is serviced regularly. Washer/Dryer & additional Refrigerator included. Flex Room at the back of the home also has separate entry. The Giant Family Room is perfect for a large game room/office/home theater and has 2 additional closets for extra storage. NO HOA, perfect for AIRBNB, Rental or a Large Family Home! This home is perched on almost a 10,000sf lot and has and additional storage shed on a slab in the backyard that provides tons of extra storage space. Your extended driveway has enough slab spaces in the front to park at least 7 cars. Location is walking distance from Mill Ave shops and restaurants/entertainment + ASU! This is a must see property!!!

26964 N 104th Lane Peoria, AZ 85383

$584,900
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,605 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6733026
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to Northlands Encore in North Peoria, the best value for the money in the area, where the skies are bigger and the sunset glow fills the sky with radiant pink, orange, and purple. Step outside every morning and view the beautiful Calderwood Butte out your front door, with private backyard mountain views and the trail head right down the street, you'll get the full enjoyment of this very special home in an extraordinary community. Step inside this move-in ready 2-story Amethyst Model by Taylor Morrison, with over 2605 sq. ft. of living space, 4 BED + LOFT + 3 BATH, and a 2 CAR temp controlled garage. NEW CARPET was just installed in the living room and throughout the entire 2nd level! The main level features an open concept main living area, light and bright neutral color pallet throughout, white trim, blinds, and doors. Convenient main-level bedroom and full bath, currently used as a home gym. Open concept kitchen and dining area with light gray tile floors, can-lighting, contrasting twilight cabinets, dark gray granite countertops and island, a stainless steel GE appliance package, and a walk-in pantry for all your storage needs. The upper level features a large open loft, which can be used as another living space, office, or game area. Master suite with full master bath, featuring a tub and shower combo, double sinks, and a walk-in closet. Split floor plan with 2 additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. Step out back and take a deep breath, with no back neighbors and beautiful mountain views. Large, brick paver covered patio w/fan, outdoor kitchen w/ serving area for dining outdoors, centered green space with a play area to the side. SOLAR will be paid at closing! Neighborhood and property mountain views, close proximity to 303 freeway access, shopping, dining, entertainment, health care, and less than 20 min. away from beautiful Lake Pleasant Regional Park. A list of full updates available in the documents tab, there truly is nothing to do except move in.

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