Thursday, January 29, 2009

Philadelphia Condominiums

By J. Kim

In today's real estate markets, condominiums are desired by home buyers. It is also a buyers market where the prices have declined from the highs of mid 2007. With the recent financial meltdown in the US, the prices have become more affordable for even the luxurious Philadelphia condominiums.

Customization and many amenities are what draws home buyers to condominiums, it is ideal for single family home or as a place for retiree to live worry free. In Philadelphia, there are many attractions such as dining, shopping, and many historic attractions to visit.

As you know Philadelphia is home to many past rich American History, it is the birthplace of American Democracy and was home to many famous American. In the last year or so Philadelphia condominiums market has seen over supply of inventories, still the market seem to continue to function as buyers and sellers on making deals and condos are changing hands.

Currently with the price drops in Philadelphia condominiums, developer are offering many incentives and upgrades or closing assistance to get the condos moving. In short the the market seems to be in for a tough ride, but in long term it looks pretty good, but still there are too many condos for too few buyers, which makes the buyer in drivers seat at current time. But this won't last as the downturn rebounds in coming year.

One of the areas in Philadelphia condo market where the price is holding its value is Rittenhouse square or tow blocks from it, other areas are seeing prices down anywhere from 10 to 20 percent. There certainly is over abundance of supply, but with recent rate cuts, first time buyers will have favorable conditions to buy.

One of the areas showing a tight market is luxurious condos, where there is not enough of the to go around. The market will rebound perhaps in late 2009 or early 2010, especially during the spring months when people begin to look for new housing or to move.

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