Case Shiller Chicago Condo Index Highest Since January 2009

The Chicago Case-Shiller Condominium Index for May was 139.3, it’s highest level since January 2009. It was up 3.9% from May 2015. It’s back to its April 2004 level.

The condo index rose 1.6% from April. It typically rises from April to May. Last year it rose 1.7% from April to May.

The Case-Shiller Condo Index for Chicago is based on resales of condos in the Chicago Metro Area. It’s published with a 2 month lag.

The Chicago Case-Shiller Index for May was 135.3, it’s highest level since December 2008. It was up 3.7% from May 2015. It’s back to its October 2003 level,

The index rose 1.8% from April. It typically rises from April to May. Last year the rise from April to May was 1.2%.

The Case-Shiller Index for Chicago is based on resales of houses in the Chicago Metro Area. It’s published with a 2 month lag.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR BUYERS

Buyers should be prepared to encounter competing offers. You need to be ready to buy when you find a home you want. If you will be financing your purchase, get your mortgage pre-approval before you start viewing homes. Contact me for recommended mortgage consultants. If you’re paying cash, get a proof of funds letter from your accountant or banker ready to go. Contact me to get started.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR SELLERS

If your home is priced right when it goes on market, it should sell within a few months. Luxury homes do take longer. You shouldn’t price your home significantly above market. Most buyers have to finance their purchase. Your home will need to appraise for at least sale price for financing to be approved. The appraised value is primarily determined by recent comparable sales. If you’re considering selling your home, get our free home valuation.

ABOUT THE CHICAGO CASE-SHILLER INDICES

The Chicago Case-Shiller Indices are for the entire Chicago Metro Area. Markets do vary by location, price range and housing types. For more information on the indices see S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices.