Home buyers experience bidding wars

Homebuyers are unexpectedly finding more competition this spring (2012) in securing their offer onf their home. The Wall Street Journal is reporting that price bidding wars are increasingly being reported in markets across the country, from California to Florida.

This is true of Orlando real estate in Central Florida especially in certain neighborhoods like, Baldwin Park, Hunter's Creek, StoneyBrook, Avalon Park, Bay Hill/Dr .Phillips and others.

 Homebuyers can become frustrated and caught off-guard about the bidding wars re-emerging.

 Why are things getting so competitive? Many housing markets are seeing a drastic decrease in the number of homes listed for sale, leaving homebuyers with fewer options and more bidding on the same house.  Some real estate  analysts say the shortage in supply is from sellers unwilling to take much less for their home than what they originally paid for it and pulling homes off the market. Also, a surge in investors who snatch up homes in bulk in all-cash deals has made the market competitive.

The National Association of Realtors® latest pending sales report confirms the trend. Pending sales in March reached their highest level in nearly two years and are up 12.8 percent from one year earlier.

Source: “Stunned Home Buyers Find the Bidding Wars Are Back,” The Wall Street Journal (April 27, 2012)

Avalon Park -Orlando 32828 Home Sales for January 2012

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Avalon Park is an east Orlando Neighborhood, popular with families for its good schools, community and ease access to convenient roads. The 408 makes the commute to downtown Orlando fast and easy. This is a list of Avalon Park homes and townhomes that recently sold last month. You can head of over to my Orlando real estatesite to see what homes are currently for sale now in Avalon Park and other Orlando Neighborhoods.

Original List Price- address - bed/bath - square footage- sold price- date sold

LISTING PRICE: $150,000 4218 CUMMINGS ST 3 2/0 1,746-sq/ft   SOLD for: $150,000 01/13/12

LISTING PRICE: $174,900 13425 PHOENIX DR 4 3/0 2,514-sq/ft   SOLD for:  $174,900 01/06/12

LISTING PRICE: $177,000 13613 PODOCARPUS LN 4 2/0 2,347-sq/ft   SOLD for:  $177,000 01/13/12

LISTING PRICE: $181,000 14630 TANJA KING BLVD 4 3/1 2,678-sq/ft   SOLD for:  $200,000 01/06/12

LISTING PRICE: $198,770 14661 MICHENER TRL 4 2/1 2,876-sq/ft   SOLD for:  $188,900 01/12/12

LISTING PRICE: $200,000 2924 ARA DR 4 2/1 2,476-sq/ft   SOLD for:  $188,000 01/03/12

LISTING PRICE: $205,000 2716 FANNING SPRINGS LN 3 2/0 2,265-sq/ft   SOLD for:  $205,000 01/09/12

LISTING PRICE: $205,000 14723 CAPOTE LN 4 3/0 2,779-sq/ft   SOLD for:  $206,000 01/20/12

LISTING PRICE: $210,000 14551 TANJA KING BLVD 4 3/0 2,834-sq/ft   SOLD for:   $207,500 01/27/12

LISTING PRICE: $230,000 14231 SOUTHERN RED MAPLE DR 6 3/0 2,875-sq/ft SOLD for:$215,000 01/25/12

LISTING PRICE: $309,000 14739 CATLIN RD 4 3/2 3,214-sq/ft   SOLD for:   $285,000 01/13/12

LISTING PRICE: $350,000 4614 ATWOOD DR 4 3/1 3,389-sq/ft   SOLD for:   $336,000 01/20/12

Featured Properties in Avalon Park

Avalon Park, Florida 32828

Avalon Park is a well designed mixed-use development that embodies the much desired attributes of small-town America. Avalon Park offers a delightful mix of residences, schools, shops and restaurants, as well as a pedestrian-friendly community with tree-lined streets and amenities that are all within walking distance. This is just a sample of homes for sale listed in Avalon Park and the 32828 zipcode in Orlando.

 See more Homes: — Homes For Sale — Condos/Townhomes

14832 ROYAL POINCIANA DR, Orlando, FL 32828 $218,800   Request Showing Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Sq. Feet Lot Sq. Feet | MLS # 3 2 2919 5669 O5057829 Exquisite 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath PLUS Loft. Every upgrade you can imagine. CHERRY HARDWOOD floors throughout living areas, stairs and loft area. Upgraded kitchen - 42 cherry cabinets and Zodiac Stone counters. Large Island plus BUTLER PANTRY STAINLESS APPLIANCES,spacious MASTER BEDROOM, custom master closet with built-ins. Upgraded 18 tile in master bath, upgraded fixtures throughout. Perfect home for entertaining. Quiet street, close to downtown Avalon Park, Shopping, 408 and UCF. Courtesy Of: Re/Max 200 Realty

Orlando, FL 32828 $210,000   Request Showing Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Sq. Feet Lot Sq. Feet | MLS # 4 3 2834 7525 O5069713 Short sale. Original owners have put many extras into this home. Crown molding, chair rails and wall molding throughout. Large master suite on second floor with french doors that open up to large balcony. Guest room downstairs with full bath. Vaulted ceilings. Center island in large kitchen, upgraded cherry cabinets. Great community, top rated schools, great buy on this beautiful home. Courtesy Of: Thomas Lynne Properties LLC

 

14753 SAPODILLA DR, Orlando, FL 32828 $225,000   Request Showing Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Sq. Feet Lot Sq. Feet | MLS # 4 2 2623 6234 O5069550 TRADITIONAL SALE, MOVE IN READY! Beautiful Avalon Park two story home on CONSERVATION and in PRISTINE CONDITION!Floor plan features DOWNSTAIRS MASTER SUITE including upgraded master bath,large OPEN FAMILY ROOM with VAULTED CEILINGS, separate dining room, formal living room, OFFICE, beautiful kitchen with Breakfast Bar and eat in area, the screened back patio overlooks conservation area and there is a COVERED FRONT PORCH-perfect for relaxation. Upstairs, there are 3 additional bedrooms and a BONUS area! Just around the corner is community pool and cabana. Close to 417, 408 (East/West Express) 528 (Beachline) Research Park, Seimens, Lockheed Martin and Medical Center. MOVE IN CONDITION with 1 YEAR HOME WARRANTY INCLUDED! Courtesy Of: Coldwell Banker Residential RE

Florida Regional MLS, Information is believed to be accurate but not guaranteed. All the listings are pulled from the Mid-Florida Listings and are represented by the respective Listing Brokers, not Realty Cafe LLC nor Orlando Neighborhoods and Real Estate Blog.

Avalon Park's Doglympics , November 5 and 6, 2011

The 2011 Avalon Park Doglympics has expanded its program of Contests and Races. The event consists of a vast array of Novelty Classes and Races designed to give everyone in the family, including mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, kids, and family pet an opportunity to shine and win an award.
Event Schedule for Saturday November 5, 2011
Companion Dog Novelty Events

• 9:00 a.m. Fastest Recall: Two teams of 4 dogs paired up to race against each other, with the winning team advancing to the next round. Handlers walk across the field, approximately 10 yards away while their dogs are instructed to Sit and Stay at the start line. The command to go is given and the first dog across the finish line wins. If the dog needs assistance to stay, the handler can hold the dog at the start line. Any team that has three false starts will be disqualified.

• 9:20 a.m. Longest Stay: For well-trained dogs, this event is a breeze! Handlers command the dogs staying either a Sit or Sit/Down position. Winner is the dog that stays in the position the longest.

• 9:40 a.m. Filla Fuller Brush Shedding: Handlers work with partners; handlers have one minute to brush their dogs and fill a bag with the hair. One handler brushes the dog, removes hair from brush and passes hair to second handler who then takes hair and places it in a plastic bag. The team who collects the most hair in allotted time wins. (Note: handlers use their own grooming tools, no Furminators! Plastic bags will be provided by event.

• 10:00 a.m. 6 Legged Egg & Spoon Race: Handler holds an egg on a spoon in his/her mouth while running together with his/her dog for a distance of 50 meters. Winner is first team to make it to the finish line without dropping spoon and/or egg.

• 10:20 a.m. Potato Sack Race: Dog is placed at the Start/Finish Line while Handler, standing in a potato sack, is 50 meters across the field. At Go, the dog races across the field to Handler. Handler then has to jump back to Start/Finish Line in the sack. First one across the line wins.

• 10:50 a.m. Luciano Pavarotti Sing Off: What more is there to say? Handlers can use any non-physical means to get their dogs to sing! Winner is based on popular vote.

• 11:10 a.m. Musical Chairs: Does your Dog have rhythm? This is musical chairs, but for your dog! When the music starts, Handlers and their Dogs on leashes, walk in a circle. When the music stops, Handlers command their dogs to sit. Last dog to sit is out. This will continue until 3 dogs remain. Final 3 will compete for medals.

• 11:30 a.m. Babe Ruth Obedience Baseball: Batter Up! Handler and Dog stand at Home Plate. When the Judge says “Go” Dog and Handler move to 1st Base. Handler commands dog to sit. As soon as the dog sits, the handler and dog move to 2nd Base. Handler gives dog a different command like Lay. As soon as the dog performs this command, the pair moves to 3rd Base. Handler gives dog a different command like, Sit/Stay. Handler then proceeds to Home Plate with back to dog. As soon as Handler reaches Home Plate, the Release Command is given to the dog. If the dog moves from 3rd Base prior to Handler reaching Home Plate or before given the Release command, the pair returns to 3rd Base to repeat the command again. Best 3 times win.

• 11:50 a.m. Hot Dog Dunk: Handlers place Dogs in front of Tub which contains chunks of hot dogs. The first Dog to eat designated number of chunks wins. Small and Medium Dogs need to eat 3 chunks of hot dogs while Large Dogs need to eat 5 chunks. As soon as the dog finishes, handler stands up and raises hand. Handlers cannot feed hot dog pieces to dogs and will be disqualified if they do. First 3 dogs to finish win.

• 12:40 p.m. Toilet Paper Wrap: Handlers place Dogs in front of Tub which contains chunks of hot dogs. The first Dog to eat designated number of chunks wins. Small and Medium Dogs need to eat 3 chunks of hot dogs while Large Dogs need to eat 5 chunks. As soon as the dog finishes, handler stands up and raises hand. Handlers cannot feed hot dog pieces to dogs and will be disqualified if they do. First 3 dogs to finish win.

• 1:00 p.m. Rip Van Winkle Sleep Off: Handlers command Dogs to lie down. The dog who lies down the longest without moving (up to 60 seconds) wins; but there’s a catch! The dogs cannot have heads flopping; tails wagging; or ears wiggling. Handlers can pet, stroke, and coo to their dogs during the competition. The Winner is the dog who “sleeps” the longest.

• 1:20 p.m. Agility: Handlers and their dogs follow a course consisting of going up a ramp; across a balance beam; down a ramp; jump on a teeter-totter; slalom; and finally both go through a hoop tunnel together. Best time wins.

• 1:40 p.m. What? No Ducks!!: Handlers throw balls to designated spots for their dogs to retrieve. Each handler throws a total of three (3) balls. Best time wins.

• 2:30 p.m. Frisbee Throw: Handlers throw Frisbees into the field for their dogs to catch. Winner is Handler/Dog duo that has the farthest Frisbee thrown and caught.

• 2:50 p.m. Doggie Dash: Pairs of dogs race against each other. Handlers hold their Dogs at the Start Line with partner handler at the Finish Line. First Handlers hold dog sand releases them as soon as the Judge says, “Ready, Set, Go!” First dog to cross the finish line to other handle and sits wins. Winner advances to the next round. Dogs will be disqualified if they leave their racing lane. This event will continue until only two dogs are left. The final two will run one more race to determine the ultimate winner.

• 3:10 p.m. Waggiest Tail: Handlers and Dogs compete to see whose dog has the happiest, waggiest tail!

• 3:30 p.m. Most Like Owner: Which Dog resembles his/her Handler the most? Best pair of look-a-likes wins.

Register here for the Companion Dog Novelty Events!

Event Schedule for Sunday November 6, 2011
Companion Dog Races

• 9:00-10:00 a.m. Italian Greyhound Races

• 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dachshund Races

• 12:30-1:30 p.m. Jack Russell Terrier Races

• 2:00-3:00 p.m. Yorkshire Terrier Races
Register here for the Companion Dog Races!

 

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