Sales were up by 15% in August 2023 compared to the previous year
In the dynamic world of sales and real estate in the south-east region of New Brunswick, the numbers for August tell an intriguing story. Sales for the month of August surged impressively, marking a substantial increase of 15%. However, when viewed from a broader perspective, the year-to-date sales figures painted a different picture, showing a 15% decrease.
In a surprising turn of events, the real estate market in the south-east region of N.B. witnessed a remarkable surge in August 2023, particularly in the value of the volume of sales. This growth was nothing short of impressive, with a staggering increase of 38% compared to the same month in the previous year. The volume value catapulted from 98.7 million to an impressive 136 million, showcasing a significant uptick in economic activity within the market, and signifying a potentially promising trend for the region's real estate sector moving forward.
Turning our attention to property listings, the month of August saw a marginal decline of 1%. Yet, for the year as a whole, listings experienced a more significant dip, declining by 13%. The current total active listings stand at 1990, reflecting the evolving landscape of the real estate market.
Perhaps one of the most noteworthy developments in August was the list-to-sale ratio. It climbed to 83%, showing a remarkable upswing of 14 points compared to the same month in the previous year. This rise indicates a strengthening in the efficiency of real estate transactions, making it a prime time for both buyers and sellers to participate in the market.
These numbers underscore the need for a nuanced perspective when evaluating trends in the sales and real estate sectors. While August brought robust sales growth and an improved list-to-sale ratio, the year-on-year figures reveal a more challenging market environment with declining sales and listings. Navigating this ever-changing landscape requires a keen understanding of the intricacies of the real estate market.
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Erin Hickey has just about given up on her quest to own a home in New Brunswick. In August 2021, she moved into a three-bedroom apartment in Fredericton with her two sons after she and her husband separated. She expected the stint in her be