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SunCrest Market UpdatesApril 19, 2019

SunCrest Market Update – April

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SunCrest Market Update-April 
Construction Season Is Back
With warmer weather now upon us, new home construction is back in full swing. Hamlet Homes recently purchased 71 lots in the Edelweiss subdivision from Lennar Homes (formerly Candlelight). Located off of Traverse Ridge Road and SunCrest Drive, Hamlet Homes will joining the Edelweiss Community. They’re offering 4 different floorpans ranging from 2800 square feet to 4600 square feet. Pricing will start in the high 400s. .

Neighboring builder Edge Homes continues to build in the Hidden Canyon Estates subdivision. Hidden Canyon Estates sprawls over 100 acres. This community features a minimum lot size of .17 (some lots exceed a half acre!) and variety of different floor plans to choose from. Like Hamlet Homes, prices start in the high 400’s. While located in the same vicinity, it’s important to note Hidden Canyon Estates is not a part of the SunCrest Community. This may be an attractive option for those not interested in joining a homeowners association.

Our Take:
Building a new home can be an attractive option when you want to make the house feel like it’s truly yours. It’s not always the best option, but we believe that by carefully weighing the options and setting your expectations, you’ll get the house of your dreams no matter what. We believe putting a Realtor on your side is the smartest move you can make, so you have an experience negotiator and advocate with the builder. As SunCrest resident realtors, we’re hyper focused on the area and can help you decide if building is right for you, advise you on building the right house for your needs, and help guide you through the design choices.


Our SunCrest Market Update is a hyper-local analysis of the most up-to-date information regarding the SunCrest real estate market.  The previous month’s SunCrest housing information and future editions are released monthly.

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SunCrest Market UpdatesMarch 22, 2019

SunCrest Market Update – March

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SunCrest Market Update-March 
 

Here Come The Listings…
Spring is just around the corner which means warmer weather (hooray!) and more SunCrest homes coming to the SunCrest real estate market. This month, we take a deeper dive into what we anticipate seeing as the snow melts and the for sale signs pop up.
 
The Cyclical SunCrest Market

As predictable as snow melting and flowers blooming, the second quarter of every year brings the highest number of homes available for sale than any other quarter. Accordingly, Q3 typically yields the highest number of homes sold as Q2’s listings work through showings, offers, inspections, and financing on an average 30-45 day lag.

 
Do Homes Sell Faster In Spring?
Well, maybe. The 3-year history in SunCrest isn’t really conclusive, if you ask us. In fact, the data might actually suggest that homes spend less time on the market in the colder months. However, spring does see a flurry of activity not only from people selling, but all those sellers looking for a new place to buy. By pure numbers, we see a lot more interested buyers when the weather warms.
 
Our Take:
Like gardens sprouting, spring brings a flurry of activity to the SunCrest real estate market. This spring, if interest rates continue to stay low while wages increase, and we see more houses for sale like in the past, we believe 2019 could be one of the most balanced years (equal number of buyers and sellers) for home sales in recent history.

Our SunCrest Market Update is a hyper-local analysis of the most up-to-date information regarding the SunCrest real estate market.  The previous month’s SunCrest housing information and future editions are released monthly.

SunCrest News March 18, 2019

SunCrest Sledfest

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SunCrest Sledfest

SunCrest Sledfest was a blast. Thanks to everyone for coming out!

SunCrest News March 14, 2019

SunCrest Sledfest

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SunCrest Sledfest

Spring is coming! Leaves will soon be budding, the days will continue to get longer, and the snow is about to disappear (fingers crossed!) Let’s celebrate (and say goodbye to) the beauty of this year’s exceptional winter season with one last day of sledding.
Join us Saturday, March 16th, anytime between 9:30–11am and let’s sled away the final days of winter.
The deets:
  • Location: Between Falcon Crest Court & Falcon Point Court.
  • Drop by anytime between 9:30–11am.
  • Hot chocolate, coffee, and donuts provided.
  • All ages welcome (Don’t forget your sled!)
  • Photos, photo bombers and selfies encouraged. #suncrestlifestyle
SunCrest Development March 4, 2019

Mountain Ridge Estates – SunCrest Shoebox – 3/5 Proposal

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Mountain Ridge Estates – SunCrest Shoebox

The Draper City Council will hold a public hearing March 5th at 7PM on a revised plan for the ~84 acres known as Mountain Ridge Estates aka “SunCrest Shoebox” parcel located east of Tallwoods and west of Eagle Crest subdivisions in SunCrest.
This will be a public hearing. Those interested can voice their comments beginning at 7PM at Draper City – 1020. E. Pioneer Road Draper, UT 84020.
Can’t make it? Email the Mayor and City Council here.

New to this proposal is lot 28, previously the monument park.

The proposal has special restrictions for this lot:

The lot shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations
The lot shall be entitled to a storage shed 30’x30’
The lot shall be entitled to a “family play area” approximately 50’x50’ which may include an open air pavilion, picnic area, tables, kitchen and restrooms.
An outside graded play area of grass approximately 90’x100’
A private access road no more than 12’ wide to access the above features.
Other changes since February 5th, among others:
Elimination of most of the long skinny lots.
Buffer zone added around existing neighborhoods.
Full changes and proposal here.

Below are the 2 recent proposals for the area.

SunCrest Market Updates February 28, 2019

February SunCrest Market Update

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February SunCrest Market Update

2019 Utah Housing Forecast

Last month, we told you about some bigger housing trends across the US and what is predicted for 2019. But recently, we sat down with Windermere’s chief economist Matthew Gardner to talk about trends that will specifically affect Utah.

Bubble and Balance
Is there a housing bubble? What is unemployment doing? Gardner predicts the psychology of buyers and sellers will play a significant role as the housing market becomes more balanced. The level of buyers and sellers will begin to equal out and we’ll see a more healthy level of home price appreciation.
Our take: The SunCrest outlook shows those subtle changes are already starting to re-shape the landscape. All that pent up buyer demand may soften as more sellers list their homes in the spring and summer, so we anticipate an uptick in the number of days a home is on the market as well as a more gradual home value appreciation instead of instant equity.

Interest rates

Gardner isn’t as bullish as some of his peers, but is calling for rates to raise to just under 5.5% by year’s end. This forecast is still below the historical average but those who have been in the market since the latest recession may reconsider moving when faced with giving up their 3% rate.

Our take: In SunCrest, we anticipate some homeowners will look at home equity lines of credit and choose to renovate or remodel, rather than selling, especially if they’d be looking to relocate nearby. If rates rise and home appreciation returns to normal, it may cause would-be sellers to stay put.

Millennials
This isn’t the first time we’ve written about Millenials (ages 21-37), and wont be the last. Gardner highlighted them as the country’s largest group of home buyers, but they’re facing a rising affordability challenge. Low inventory, rising interest rates, and eight years of price appreciation are causing some Millenials to stay in rentals (or with parents) longer as they jockey for position in the market.
Our take: The average Utah millennial will face an affordability challenge if looking for a single family home in SunCrest. Outside of the Stoneleigh Heights townhomes, the average SunCrest median single family home price was $495,383 in 2018, well above the average purchase price Millenials are spending. This has a real effect on the way you market your home when selling, and how to make the right offer when buying.

Source:
Windermere Economics
Ellie Mae - Sales between Jan. 18- Dec. 18
keepingcurrentmatters.com
utahrealestate.com

Our SunCrest Market Update is a hyper-local analysis of the most up-to-date information regarding the SunCrest real estate market.  The previous month’s SunCrest housing information and future editions are released monthly.