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Melody Carroll, ABR, GRI, BROKER-OWNER
(319) 341-6058 Office / 319-470-1852 Cell Independently Owned and Operated |
Real Estate WIth A Personal Touch
Carroll Real Estate, Inc.-www.carrollrealestate.net
Providing a superior level of informed, professional real estate service with a personal touch. Serving buyers and sellers in the greater Iowa City, IA and surrounding areas. Available by appointment only. Need Local AND National Real Estate Data? Comparison of Active Residential Listings 2007-2008 (From ICAAR) 2007 2008 505 Condos 363 Condos 1231 Other Single family 1197 Other Residential 1736 Total Single family 1560 Total Single Family Year To Date Sales Data 2007 2008 638 Condos 512 Condos 1390 Other Single Family 1409 Other Single Family 2228 Total Single Family 1921 Total Single Family National Association of Realtors Sales Price of Existing Homes 2008 Aug (Median) vs. last year U.S. = 203,100 (-9.5%) Northeast= 271,000 (-3.8%) Midwest = 168,000 (-5.6%) South = 176,500 (-3.4%) West = 251,600 (-23.9%) National Association of Realtors Houseing Affordability Index Info taken from National Association of Realtors 2008 - Aug Median Price $201,900 Qualifying Income-$49,152 Northeast - 274,400 - 65,376 Midwest- 164,800 - 40,032 South- 177,600 - 43,536 West - 254,900 - 62,496 Searching for homes in the Iowa City and surrounding areas? Let me know and I would be happy to set up your personal search and provide daily e-mail updates as new listings become available. I can show you ALL of the properties listed on the MLS - the agent showing does not have to be the list agent. I represent buyer(s)and seller(s), so call or e-mail and I would be happy to set up your tour on your first available date. Don't miss our FREE Brochures!! Buyers - learn to make successful offers. Sellers - learn the tricks to negotiate a higher price. Melody Carroll, Broker/Owner Carroll Real Estate,Inc. 1510 Teg Dr. Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 341-6058 (Office) (319) 470-1852 (Cell) (3190 341-6178 (Fax) Email:melodyca@earthlink.net myspace.com/melodycarroll Windows Messenger - IM - melodyca www.carrollrealestate.net Available By Appointment Only. Licensed to Sell Real Estate in the State of Iowa. make map larger
SELLERS!
If you're planning to sell your home in the next few months, this FREE service is designed to help establish your home's current market value. Simply choose Market Analysis and fill out the requested information. We will use comparable sold listings to help you calculate the fair market value of your home. Also, be sure to visit our Newsletter to view other valuable information! BUYERS! Automatically receive personalized MLS listings by e-mail. Early each morning we search the local MLS and find the homes that match your criteria and notify you immediately with the latest listing information!! Simply choose Dream Home Finder and fill in the requested information. Or just drop me a line and let me know what you are looking for and how to send the info directly to your inbox. Contact Melody Carroll for all of your real estate needs. Certifications and Recognitions Melody Carroll - Realtor, Broker, ABR, GRI,AHS,SRES,AHWD,CNS,WCR,Member of CRS, Member of CCIM, Member of ASR, Member of NAPW, Member of NAR, Member IAR, Member ICAAR, Member Iowa City Chamber of Commerce, Member Iowa City Coralville Visitors Bureau History Melody Carroll has been serving the Iowa City, IA and adjacent areas proudly since 1997 with a number of satisfied clients. Carroll Real Estate opened its doors for business in 2002 located at 1510 Teg Dr., Iowa City, IA by appointment only. Referrals Licensed in the State of Iowa, referring buyer and seller clients nationwide. If you are thinking about moving regardless of where you live, and would like for me to refer you to an agent just give me a call or write an e-mail and I will take down all of your search info, contact an agent in the area you plan to move and set up your communication. I am always happy to assist you. Referring agents receive 25% referral fee on all buyer and seller referring clients at closing. Office My office is fully equipped with an integrated network of computer and communication systems. I have instant access to all the Multiple Listing Services, the Public Record Searches, and other tools and services that I need in order to better serve you. |