Chittenden, Addison, Franklin & Grand Isle Counties.

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1 Mid Year 2018 market results & trends to watch in Chittenden, Addison, Franklin & Grand Isle Counties. VermontMarketReport.com Swanton Lincoln Charlotte vermontmarketreport.com

2 Front Cover Main Photo: This home, a seamless blend of classic & contemporary, is located in Beaver Creek, a desirable neighborhood in Shelburne. MLS# Bottom Photos from left to right: MLS# , MLS# , MLS# The Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Vermont Market Report is based on data collected by the Northern New England Real Estate Network from April through June 2018 and does not represent privately negotiated transactions unless so noted. All material herein is designed for information purposes only and has been drawn from sources deemed reliable. Though the data is believed to be correct, it is presented subject to omissions, errors, changes or withdrawal without notice. The report is not designed to solicit property already listed. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. All Offices Are Independently Owned and Operated Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty.

3 A walkable and centrally located neighborhood defined by architectural variety and elegant landscaping. W E L C O M E Please take a moment to look at our Mid Year 2018 Market Report. We are providing Mid-Year results for the 4 counties that comprise northwest Vermont. Our skilled Realtors will also be able to assist you with in-depth views on specific towns and regions. Given our market-leading position, we are prepared and committed to providing unparalleled services to our clients. vermontmarketreport.com

4 NORTHWEST VERMONT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY MID YEAR 2018 The Mid-Year point is an important milestone for real estate trends, especially in northwest Vermont. We are in the midst of the traditional height of the market. Closings on real estate sales surge in June, July, and August in between the school year, vacations, holidays - with new household formation and other life events that typically drive the market. Our Mid-Year report recaps the inventory and sales of property during the 1st six months and provides a snapshot of trends we may see in the Fall of SINGLE-FAMILY $285,000 (+5.6%) $313,855 (+3.7%) 986 (+2.1%) 1720 (-6.7%) 99 (-4.8%) CONDO $224,000 (-3.0%) $254,258 (-2.0%) 353 (+12.4%) 507 (+21.3%) 72 (-21.3%) Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty Mid Year Market Results for 2018

5 NORTHWEST VERMONT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The number of properties sold, across all categories including single family, condos, multi-family, land and luxury properties, in northwest Vermont increased over the 1st half of This positive trend reflects strong buyer demand and is a welcomed sign after a moderate, but long-term decline in unit sales. The median and average sale prices continued to rise for single family, multifamily and land sales. Single family unit sales were up 2.1% over 2017 in the first half. Newly listed properties declined by 6.7%. While inventory levels are still at near record lows, the 2nd quarter showed some moderate improvement. Condominiums remain a popular choice, often for ease of maintenance and affordability. Newly listed condominiums were up 21.3% year to date with 507 listings. This helped spur a 12.4% increase in sales in the first half of The median and average sale prices had slight declines at 3.0 and 2.0% respectively. Days on market dropped to 99 days in the singlefamily market, down 4.8% from last year and condominiums declined by 21.3% to 72 days on market. Chittenden County is reflecting a 3 months supply on hand in single family and condominiums. A balanced market is considered 5-6 months supply. Our Vermont market reflects the current national trend of low inventory levels. Lawrence Yun, Chief economist for the National Association of Realtors, says a solid economy and job market should be generating a much stronger sales pace than what has been seen so far this year across the country. Exceptional 4 bedroom Carriage Home in South Burlington MLS# Rising mortgage rates are also a factor. This year we saw a move up in mortgage rates, from 4 to 4.5%, which increased the urgency of some buyers to purchase. Combined with limited inventory, a tight rental market, and an uptick in economic activity, we saw increased competition in the first time home buyer/affordable price range. Even with credit standards loosening to encourage more activity these other factors are stretching the budgets of some prospective buyers. Mortgage industry experts say that providing credit is not the problem but rather the current supply of housing not meeting the demand, says Ranjit Buddy Singh of Spruce Mortgage in Burlington. Our sales associates have seen continued strong buyer demand, especially in price segments below $350,000. Often these buyers are facing competing offers made on new listings resulting in purchases above asking price, waived inspections, substantial deposits or even cash sales. Some sellers are identifying new properties prior to committing their property to sale and making the successful next purchase a contingency of the sale of their existing property. Timing and coordination are key, and your Realtor can be of great assistance in a tight market. New housing development in our region, although limited, is a very welcome addition to our market and has given some relief in a few market segments. We expect the current market conditions to continue throughout the 2nd half of vermontmarketreport.com

6 Chittenden County Enjoy beautiful from this 3-story Townhome on Burlington s Waterfront. MLS # SINGLE-FAMILY $332,000 (+4.1%) $371,886 (+5%) 531 (-2.8%) 854 (-5.7%) CONDO $230,000 (-1.1%) $261,287 (-0.7%) 317 (+13.2%) 463 (+23.1%) 71 (-7.8%) 62 (-36.1%) Chittenden County as a whole posted moderate increases in the median and average sales price of singlefamily homes with the continued decline in newly listed homes affecting the closed sales Chittenden County Single-Family Homes For Sale April-June A number of cities and towns had well above-average increases in pricing including Burlington, Charlotte, Richmond, and Westford. The city of Winooski is a bright spot, as home owners are attracted to its lively downtown, affordability, and proximity to Interstate 89 or Burlington. In Shelburne, the single home market is recovering; posting healthy increases in listings and sold homes after a weak first half in The condominium market in Chittenden County remains healthy with a 13% increase in sales and a 23% increase in new listings. This available inventory has kept pricing stable except where new construction projects are driving the inventory such as in South Burlington and Williston which posted a 21% and 7% increase in median sales price over the same period in Q Q Q Q As reported by NEREN-MLS Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty Mid Year Market Results for 2018

7 Chittenden County South Village, a neighborhood of single-family homes and Townhomes in the heart of Vermont s beautiful Champlain Valley. Chittenden County Single-Family MEDIAN SALE PRICE VS 2017 UNITS SOLD VS 2017 NEWLY LISTED VS 2017 DAYS ON MARKET $332, % % % 71 Bolton $256, % 8 60% 78 Buels Gore* $315,000 n/a 1 n/a 1 n/a 110 Burlington $338, % % % 54 Charlotte $498, % % % 155 Colchester $330, % % % 97 Essex $314, % % % 47 Hinesburg $339, % % % 116 Huntington $284, % 9-25% % 91 Jericho $340, % % 32 28% 88 Milton $298, % % % 68 Richmond $380, % 11 10% 18 20% 66 Shelburne $391, % % % 41 South Burlington $376, % % % 94 St. George $397, % 4 100% 3-25% 85 Underhill $348, % % 24-25% 53 Westford $372, % % % 196 Williston $357, % % % 36 Winooski $269, % % % 25 Chittenden County Condo MEDIAN SALE PRICE VS 2017 UNITS SOLD VS 2017 NEWLY LISTED VS 2017 DAYS ON MARKET $230, % % % 62 Bolton $119, % 7 250% % 96 Burlington $228, % % % 28 Charlotte* n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Colchester $207, % 33 0% % 57 Essex $206, % 66 10% % 47 Hinesburg $156, % 3 50% 6 200% 33 Jericho $173, % 3-50% 1-75% 69 Milton $200, % % % 82 Richmond $322, % 1 0% % 46 Shelburne $291, % 8-20% % 40 South Burlington $243, % 93 24% % 81 Underhill* n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Williston $311, % 33 10% % 67 Winooski $260, % % % 112 *no data reported during this period As reported by NEREN-MLS vermontmarketreport.com

8 Addison County This 1820 Farmhouse is a magical mix of old and new in Bristol! MLS# SINGLE-FAMILY $269,000 (+8.5%) $280,534 (+3.8%) 137 (-0.7%) 284 (-23.1%) 131 (-17.1%) CONDO $159,240 (-16.6%) $193,177 (-26.4%) 7 (-36.4%) 12 (+71.4%) 63 (-38.8%) The growth in the median and average sold price continues in Addison County. Addison County Single-Family Homes For Sale Q2 The number of homes sold during the 2nd quarter increased over the same period in 2017 although year to date the sales are flat. The 23% decline on new listings has surely contributed to the lack of growth in home sales as well as the price increases. Buyers are attracted to the quaint, Vermont feel and vibrant downtowns with restaurants, galleries and events in communities like Vergennes and Bristol. Middlebury, the largest town in Addison County also posted the most closed sales as well as an 11% increase in median price to $292,000. Retirees and second homeowners alike are drawn to opportunities available in this college town. Elsewhere in the county, smaller rural communities posted healthy price increases although these results are affected by the small number of transactions Q Q Q Q As reported by NEREN-MLS Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty Mid Year Market Results for 2018

9 Addison County 4 bedroom contemporary home sited on 50 +/- acres in one of the most breathtaking areas of Addison County! MLS# Addison County Single-Family MEDIAN SALE PRICE VS 2017 UNITS SOLD VS 2017 NEWLY LISTED VS 2017 DAYS ON MARKET $269, % % % 131 Addison $322, % % % 254 Bridport $225, % % 9-10% 104 Bristol $235, % % % 92 Cornwall $290, % 4 0% % 141 Ferrisburgh $308, % 12-25% % 89 Goshen* n/a n/a n/a n/a 5 150% n/a Granville $453, % 2 100% % 563 Hancock $50, % 1-50% % 188 Leicester $252, % % 6-40% 166 Lincoln $207, % 7 75% % 301 Middlebury $292, % % % 41 Monkton $291, % % % 108 New Haven $288, % 3 50% 13 0% 121 Orwell $225, % % % 241 Panton $439, % 3 50% % 113 Ripton $105, % 4 300% 4-50% 170 Salisbury $234, % 4 300% % 59 Shoreham $345, % % % 334 Starksboro $227, % % % 134 Vergennes $197, % % 12-20% 95 Waltham $277, % 2 100% % 93 Weybridge $460, % 5 25% 4-50% 63 Whiting $215, % 5 400% 3 0% 119 *no data reported during this period vermontmarketreport.com

10 Franklin County This custom built Lincoln Log home, in Montgomery, boasts dramatic curb appeal and sits on 12.4 acres. MLS# SINGLE-FAMILY $204,500 (+1%) $215,586 (+3%) 264 (+16.8%) 448 (+6.2%) 111 (-5.9%) CONDO $175,000 (-15.4%) $192,169 (-10.4%) 29 (+31.8%) 31 (-3.1%) 188 (+39.3%) After a slow start to 2018, home sales in Franklin County rebounded during the 2nd quarter of 2018 increasing nearly 17% over the first half of Franklin County Single-Family Homes For Sale Q With inventory for sale still at historic lows, the number of newly listed properties improved providing new options for buyers searching for affordable living. Franklin County has the lowest median sale price among the four counties in northwest Vermont. Town by town the data varies. Fairfax, situated between Burlington and St. Albans, has the highest median sale price at $282,000 while St. Albans and Swanton had the most closed sales Q Q Q Q Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty Mid Year Market Results for 2018 As reported by NEREN-MLS

11 Franklin County Meticulous & well-maintained do not even begin to describe this 4 bedroom Colonial on.5 acre lot in the very desirable hill section of St. Albans. MLS# Franklin County Single-Family MEDIAN SALE PRICE VS 2017 UNITS SOLD VS 2017 NEWLY LISTED VS 2017 DAYS ON MARKET $204, % % % 111 Bakersfield $253, % 5 150% % 51 Berkshire $89, % 3-40% % 200 Enosburg $156, % 13 30% % 186 Fairfax $282, % % % 110 Fairfield $210, % 7 0% % 64 Fletcher $244, % 12 20% % 49 Franklin $171, % 2 100% % 158 Georgia $253, % % % 47 Highgate $185, % % 33 50% 198 Montgomery $191, % % % 315 Richford $85, % % % 303 Sheldon $176, % % % 103 St. Albans $192, % % % 100 Swanton $205, % % % 106 vermontmarketreport.com

12 Grand Isle County Delightful home in the heart of Grand Isle, featuring a large fenced yard, hardwood floors, sunny windows and enclosed back porch. MLS# SINGLE-FAMILY $201,700 (-3.7%) $308,180 (+19.2%) 54 (-3.6%) 134 (-25.1%) 241 (+41.8%) CONDO * * No Sales reported in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Single Family homes sold in Grand Isle County show a slight decline (-4%) over the 1st six months of 2017 however, this decline only translates to 2 home sales. In our 2017 mid-year report, the number of closed sales had increased 24%; we can look at the change this year as an adjustment versus a decline in buyer interest. In all of the towns, except North Hero, there were healthy gains in the closed, median sale price. South Hero claims the highest median sale price in the county at $581,250. Two luxury, lakefront property sales in the town contributed to this jump the highest median price in many years. Alburg and Grand Isle posted double digit increases in closed sales over 2017 despite a continued decline in properties available for purchase Q Grand Isle County Single-Family Homes For Sale Q2 285 Q Q Q The warm summer should bode well for buyer interest across the county as vacationers and potential second home owners experience all that the small county of Grand Isle has to offer. As reported by NEREN-MLS Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty Mid Year Market Results for 2018

13 Grand Isle County This cottage has one of the best Lake and Green Mountain views in all the Islands! MLS# Grand Isle County Single-Family MEDIAN SALE PRICE VS 2017 UNITS SOLD VS 2017 NEWLY LISTED VS 2017 DAYS ON MARKET $201, % % % 241 Alburgh $142, % 20 25% % 274 Grand Isle $248, % 14 40% % 293 Isle La Motte $323, % % % 55 North Hero $214, % % % 177 South Hero $581, % % 24-25% 188 vermontmarketreport.com

14 Luxury Market Live in downtown Burlington with spectacular waterfront views, and keep your boat at the new Burlington Harbor Marina. MLS# LUXURY MARKET $1,004,000 (+1.9%) $1,085,797 (-0.9%) 17 (+30.8%) 225 Buyer interest continues to improve in the Luxury* market across northwest Vermont. Chittenden, Addison, Franklin & Grand Isle Counties Luxury Homes For Sale Q properties closed during the first half of 2018 with 65% (or 11 homes) closing during the 2nd quarter. New listings are 100 generating multiple showings and, in some cases, multiple offers. Lakefront properties have sold in all four counties including 50 Franklin County which has recorded 2 luxury sales in more than 3 years. Filling 0 out the buyer demand are properties away from the lake with newer construction and amenities, privacy and views along with proximity to the greater Burlington area employers. The days on market or the number of days from listing to closing - fluctuates wildly with a small data sampling. A number of the properties that sold during the 1st six months of the year were on the market for well below the 225 days in this report. With 106 properties available for purchase, buyers have many options when seeking a home in the range of $850,000 and higher. 119 Q Q Q Q As reported by NEREN-MLS * The Luxury market is defined as properties selling for $850,000 & above. Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty Mid Year Market Results for 2018

15 Enjoy the spectacular views from this sun filled architectural designed home with 177 feet of sandy lakefront. MLS# Address Town County Sale Price 296 South Cove Road Burlington Chittenden $850, North Hollow Granville Addison $860, Point Farm West Grand Isle Grand Isle $875, Button Bay Lane Ferrisburgh Addison $878, Heather Lane Shelburne Chittenden $920, Apple Ridge Road Hinesburg Chittenden $965, Hemlock Lane South Burlington Chittenden $975, South Cove Road Burlington Chittenden $1,000, Inn Road Charlotte Chittenden $1,004, Autumn Hill Lane Shelburne Chittenden $1,050, Ethan Allen Highway Charlotte Chittenden $1,075, Maquam Shore Swanton Franklin $1,095, Point Red Rock Road Colchester Chittenden $1,095,000 6 Turtle Moon Road Charlotte Chittenden $1,130, East Shore Road South Hero Grand Isle $1,149, Irish Hill Road Shelburne Chittenden $1,437, South Street South Hero Grand Isle $2,100,000 vermontmarketreport.com

16 Northwest VT Multi-Family Great Victorian, well maintained, two unit home in quaint village of Bakersfield. MLS# NORTHWEST VERMONT $310,000 (+10.7%) $450,155 (+39.9%) 78 (+36.8%) 98 (-16.2%) 109 (-0.9%) CHITTENDEN COUNTY $382,800 (+13.4%) $575,218 (+40.6%) 51 (+41.7%) 56 (-17.7%) 86 (-7.5%) Investors continue to show strong demand for multi family properties especially in Chittenden County which accounts for 65% of the total units closed in northwest Vermont during the 1st six months of the year. The number of properties listed during the time frame dropped more than 16% and, since 2015, the properties available has declined 38%. Limited inventory coupled with the demand pushed the median price of multi-family homes up 11% across the region and 13% in Chittenden County. A few high-priced sales in Burlington drove the average sale price up to more than $575,000. Despite the building of newer apartment complexes and a slight easing of the historically low vacancy rate demand is still high from renters. Amenities Chittenden, Addison, Franklin & Grand Isle Counties Multi-Family For Sale Q Q included in the newer complexes are appealing to tenants - however, these units may come with higher rents. Therefore, investors seek out opportunities by purchasing more traditional, multi-family buildings or single-family properties in neighborhoods to meet the pent-up demand Q Chittenden, Addison, Franklin & Grand Isle Counties Q Q Chittenden County As reported by NEREN-MLS Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty Mid Year Market Results for 2018

17 Northwest VT Land Morning views to Mount Mansfield, evening sunsets with a hearty walk to the rear of the lot which is the height of this land. MLS# NORTHWEST VERMONT $82,000 (-7.9%) $134,471 (+35.6%) 95 (+28.4%) 257 (-21.7%) 271 (+11.5%) Sales of land across northwest Vermont showed robust increases over the same period last year. Addison County posted a 60% increase in land sales with a total of 32 parcels sold equal to neighboring Chittenden County. With sellers looking to right size their home and take advantage of a seller s market many are turning to land purchases to build a custom home. Permitting, development and building costs can contribute to higher than average prices for the home when complete however, the buyers benefit from new, energy efficient and lower maintenance options. Developers looking for land in key locations have also contributed to some on the increases. Outer Bay at Marble Island is a 63-acre peninsula, formerly the site of a nine-hole golf course. Today, this spectacular waterfront community features Townhomes and singlefamily home sites in a neighborhood-like setting. MEDIAN SALE PRICE VS 2017 UNITS SOLD VS 2017 NEWLY LISTED VS 2017 Chittenden County $135, % % % 261 Addison County $70, % 32 60% % 248 Franklin County $50, % 19 0% % 235 Grand Isle County $74, % % % 421 DAYS ON MARKET vermontmarketreport.com

18 Wire Fraud Alert The National Association of REALTORS is raising awareness of increased reports of wire fraud schemes that involve hackers stealing addresses and sending fraudulent bank wiring instructions to various parties involved in a real estate transaction. The cyber-criminal scheme takes on many variations, often tricking the unsuspecting user into inputting their information or clicking a link that allows the criminal to steal login, password, or other personal information. The criminal then uses the stolen information to send fraudulent wire instructions disguised to come from a professional you re working with, including real estate agents, attorneys, lenders or consumers. If you receive an with wiring instructions, do not respond. Financial institutions advise that is not a secure way to send your financial information. Here are a few ways to help protect yourself against wire fraud: Never wire funds without personally speaking with the intended recipient of the wire to confirm the routing number and account number. Verify that the contact information for the wire transfer recipient is legitimate. Call to verify the request using a phone number that has been independently obtained, not the phone number contained in the containing the wiring instructions. Never send personal information such as social security numbers, bank account numbers and credit card numbers, unless it is through secured/ encrypted or personal delivery to the intended recipient. Take steps to secure the system you are using with your account such as using strong passwords and secure WiFi. Act immediately if you suspect that you have been victimized by wire fraud. Contact the Vermont FBI district office at or file a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center at bec.ic3.gov This important notice is not intended to provide legal advice. You should consult with a lawyer if you have any questions. Vermont FBI District Office Internet Crime Complaint Center bec.ic3.gov

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