Shawnee KS Real Estate Report - Days on Market, 2002-2012 Real estate market reports cam help a person put the market into perspective.  The real estate market is moving every day, just like the stock market.  Unlike the stock market, we don't get a Dow Jones Average Report index.  The real estate market is a little more subtle, but moving just the same. One measurement that we can use to assess market activity and compare market activity across several time periods is days on market.  Days on market is the number of days that a property that sold required, from the time that it was listed to the time that a contract was signed.  The number of days between when the offer was written and accepted and when the deal was actually closed are not included in the days on market calculation.  I... 12/13/2012

  Shawnee KS Homes: Shawnee KS Real Estate Market: Price Trends-66218   Home Prices in 66218 are strengthening in 2012 from 2011. Homeowners who are considering selling their Shawnee home in zip code 66218 will be encouraged that the market is improving.  The holidays are traditionally a time of lower sales and some people wonder whether it is a good time to sell their Shawnee, KS home.  What they often times do not realize is that the holidays are also a time when there is less inventory available and buyers are serious buyers.  Sometimes corporations make transferrs effective at the first of the year so serious relocating buyers may be looking to buy a Shawnee KS home.          Consistent with the Shawnee KS real estate market, the largest number of sales occur in the $200,000-$300,00... 12/09/2012

Shawnee KS Real Estate Market, as reflected by Heartland Multiple Listing Service statistics is coming back strong. Homes in Shawnee, KS and Johnson County, KS are selling quicker, inventory is down, and sales are up.    What makes me say this?     I just finished analyzing six years of statistics published by Heartland Multiple Listing Service.  Johnson County Real Estate is getting stronger. Shawnee, Ks Real Estate is strengthening, and Heartland MLS is also gaining.  Of course, those of us who are actively working in the field already knew this, but it's nice when the numbers verify it. Johnson County Inventory is Down In September, 2008, Johnson County showed inventory of 4,638. Today our Johnson County homes inventory is at 3,317. Johnson County Home Sales are Up Sales are at level... 10/15/2012

66 Homes Sold in Shawnee KS during the last 30 days.   9 of those were Ranch style houses. Prices ranged between $90,000 and $272,000. The average price for homes sold in Shawnee was $180,583. ♪♫ Maria Morton,Realtor© 816-560-3758.mobile ♫ ♪                            Google Maria .          Get the FREE mobile MLS app.  See the price, inside photos, number of bedrooms and other details on your iPhone, iPad, or Tablet as you're driving/walking/biking. --Works in KS & MO - all over the Kansas City Metro Area!                                                                                                                    ♫    Market Reports  ♪ Brookside Area  ♪ Overland Park   ♪ Prairie Village  ♫      .*Information obtained from Heartland MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. **Th... 09/01/2012

Have you ever wanted to jump into a frozen lake?  The Shawnee, Kansas Polar Bear Plunge event gives thrill seekers the opporutnity to run into the icy cold waters of Shawnee Mission Park Beach while raising money for the Special Olympics.   The Polar Bear Plunge takes place at various locations around the United States and it is always held in the winter, typically in January when the water is freezing. Groups can even register to take the plunge  into the frozen lake together!   With it being June now, you can still enjoy Shawnee Mission Park Beach, but the water is MUCH warmer right now!  : )  So bring your family out and enjoy the beautiful park Shawnee has to offer, and remember the Kansas City Polar Bear Plunge when the weather turns cold this winter! 06/05/2012

My grandsons had a blast while visiting the Johnson County Museum.  They spent quite a bit of time playing with stuffed chickens and a pretend chicken coop.  According to the boys, the chicken in this photo met an untimely end, but thankfully it came back to life to squwak and run around some more.  They sure had a blast at the museum!           05/27/2012

  Looking for something fun in the Kansas City Area to take the kids to? Make plans to visit the Johnson County Museum in Shawnee, Kansas.  The museum is full of Johnson County history, but that's not all.  It is also a fun place to take the kids where they can explore how life was like in the early 1900's.  Oh, and it's FREE!       Kids can play in a house where they explore what chores were necessary for a family, such as pretending to churn butter, making a pie, gathering eggs from a chicken coop, and even pumping water.      Children can pretend to milk a cow, ride a tractor, and harvest corn.     There is also Kidscape, which is a little town set-up for kids to have a blast!  There is a library, bookstore, hospital, outdoors, boutique, and even a theatre.  Children can get ready to... 05/24/2012

A Must See at only $340,000!!!Check out the Virtual Tour!! Bedrooms:  5 Bathrooms:  4.2 Home Size:  3,700 sq.ft. Garage:  3 County:  Johnson Property Type:  Single Family Home Year Built:  2004 MLS Number:  1766860 Property Description Call 913-787-1870 for an immediate showing or more information on the area, plus other homes for sale from all listing companies. Call or Text us to find out when the next Open House is.Sharp 5 bedroom in popular Grey Oaks. Master 3 bedrooms upstairs w/5th bedroom on main level. New Carpet, designer colors, & tasteful decor. Finished basement with tons of space for games or entertaining. Great cul-de-sac lot on GREAT block! Pool & Park in neighborhood with dedicated schools. Easy access to shopping, entertainment, & highways. Ready to move in! 02/28/2012

Lakeview Estates is a wonderful community located just west of Pflumm and Johnson Dr.  This community provides many amenities including 2 pools, walking trails, tennis courts and of course, a lake!  Lakeview is located across from a award winning elementary school, Broken Arrow elementary.  There is 3 active listing with a average list price of $307,983 with 5 beds and 3 baths and 3,297 sqft.  Average days on market is 200.  In the past year 11 homes have sold with the average sales price is $316,955 and 4 bed 4 bath with 3,610 sqft.  Average days on market for the sold listings is 224 days.  If you would like more information on Lake View Estates please contact me at RonThompson@prukc.com or 913-661-1430.  I would love to help any way that I can!  Thank you!  (Information provided by H... 01/20/2012

  Just Listed!!  Popular 1.5 Story Floorplan in Desirable Grey Oaks...Only $355,000!!   Priced at $355,000 Bedrooms:  4 Bathrooms:  4.1 Home Size:  4,006 sq.ft. Garage:  3 Lot Size:  12,225 sq.ft. Community:  Grey Oaks County:  Johnson Property Type:  Single Family Detached Year Built:  2004 MLS Number:  1758093 Property Description Popular 1.5 story in desired Grey Oaks Subdivision. Rich dark hardwoods & neutral tones. Big windows for lots of natural light. Granite island, huge walk-in pantry, stainless appliances, 3 fireplaces. TONS OF SPACE: Hearth Room, Breakkfast Room, Living Room, Dining Room, PLUS loft & huge finishd basement with MEDIA ROOM, wet bar & 4th full bath (media room can be 5th bedroom). Master Bath has double vanity, walk-in shower, private bowl room, & jet tub. Large... 01/06/2012

Red Oak Hills subdivision is a beautiful established neighborhood.  Located off 4-35 and Midland in Shawnee, KS.  Currently there is 3 active listings.  Their average list price is $251,167 and average sqft of the homes are 3,213.  Days on market average out to 67.  There is 1 house under contract and 9 have sold in the past year.  The average sold sales price in the past year is $227,589 and days on market is 173. This is one of my favorite neighborhoods.  Great location next to Shawnee Mission Park, shopping and dining.  Please let me know if you have any questions or would like a tour of any home you see in the Red Oak Subdivision! Reach me at 913-661-1430 or RonThompson@prukc.com.  This information was provided by Heartland MLS. Thank you, Ron Thompson Prudential Kansas City Realty ... 01/05/2012

Looking Good for 2012...Home Sales are Up!   According to the National Association of Realtors, the latest numbers for pending sales indicate for the second month in a row that the index is up.  The index is used to provide general insight to where the housing market is heading. Because new home sales reflect ‘big ticket’ items that require construction and investment, the housing market is often considered an indicator of the direction of the economy as a whole. Growth in the housing market usually means subsequent spending, generating demand for goods and services and the employees who provide them.The good news is that the index has broken 100.  The only other time this has happened since the housing boom collapsed was during the homeowner tax credit incentive.  Knowing that the inde... 01/05/2012

Ready, Set, SELL! Reasons to List Your House NOW.     We hear it all the time."We're going to wait to list our house in Spring.""There's not as many people looking to buy right now, so we'll wait a few more months."Nooooo!  Don't wait!  The time is NOW and let me break it down for you:1.  Serious Buyers:  There may be fewer of them, but the ones that are out there are very serious about making a purchase...they are there to buy.2.  Less Competition:  The current inventory of homes for sale in the KC area is at a 5 year low.  Because there are so many people out there with the "We'll wait 'til Spring" mentality, that means there is fewer competition in your local market than any other time of the year. 3.  Interest Rates:  Today's interest rates are still low, giving buyers more spending... 01/04/2012

  6 Tips to Selling Your Home During the Winter Months   If your home will be for sale over the winter months, it's important to address those issues that occur more often during this time of year than any other. Shine on:  This should be happening regardless what time of year it is, but with the shorter and often cloudy days during the winter months, it's even more important.  Turn on every single light in the house, including closets, pantries, and hallways.  Don't forget the outdoor porch and patio lights as well. Keep it clear:  No one wants to climb over huge snow drifts or drudge through 3 feet of snow to get to the front door.  Shovel your driveway and keep a clear path from the driveway to the front door. Welcome mat:  Have a mat or an area rug by the front door for visitors to ... 12/08/2011

As a Real Estate Consultant, I get to see a lot of great decorating ideas as I tour with buyers and consult with sellers from one home to the next.  And every once in awhile, I'll see something that stops me dead in my tracks and makes me think, "Fabulous idea...I need to do that!".     Such was the case when I saw this letter mural in a house located by the front door.  Very cleverly, the homeowners took the initials of each family member, collected them in various shapes, sizes, and textures, hung them this way and that and...Voila!  I just love and simplicity and complexity of it.  What do you think? 12/06/2011

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10 Must NOTS When Applying for a Mortgage Loan #1) You Must NOT change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job:  The reason that this is so important is if you would happen to change your job there is usually a certain amount of time that you would have to wait before you would be able to close. FHA for instant requires that you have been at your current job for 1 month prior to closing. If you happen to decide to quit your job and become self-employed then in order to be able to use your income we would at least need 1 year of personal tax returns with your new position and most loan programs require two years. If you decide to quit your job before closing and the lender will be using your income for qualifying it may cause your loan to be denied. Before any of this takes place ple... 08/04/2011

Selling your home...beating the odds in a buyer's market: Home Improvements   If you're thinking of listing your home, bookmark our blog and don't miss this series.  Over the past few weeks, we've introduce you to some statistics and tips to help you view your house not as your home, but as the future home of the buyer you need to attract.  Our first topic was Pricing to Sell Your Home...then it was all about Curb Appeal.  Now, we're talking about Home Improvements.  So click here for the scoop! 07/21/2011

Market Insider is Here!!   Get Market Insider for Valuable Data on Your Local Area Introducing Market Insider, the FREE report that gives you valuable, customized, and up-to-date information on real estate trends in your local communities. Whether you're buying or selling a home, you'll have access to the data you need to make informed decisions in this ever-changing market. Create a customized Market Insider report on the areas you care about most, and then sign up to receive FREE monthly updates. Market Insider provides home listing and sale prices, community demographics, school ratings, side-by-side neighborhood comparisons, and more! Whether you are looking to sell and want local market data, or are thinking about buying and want to explore different homes and neighborhoods, here i... 07/15/2011