You don’t have to knock out a wall or rip apart your kitchen to upgrade your living space. Small changes can make all the difference !
And of course, the ultimate home upgrade, buying a new place to start all over again is something we can always help you with!
Ready to make a move? We can help! Give us a call or text at (717) 371-0557!
Your Friends in Real Estate,
Jason Burkholder Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Hometown Property Sales Group, LLC
717-207-8093 office
57 E Main St
Lititz, PA 17543
The Jason Burkholder Team has affiliated with Hometown Property Sales Group, LLC! We’re thrilled to partner with Broker Jeff Bowman and his team at this independent real estate firm, where we offer depth of experience and a partnership like none other.
We plan on increasing our local community involvement, while helping sellers and buyers move forward with a commitment to making any market successful! This partnership also allows us to add an affiliation with Hometown Property Management Services, to bring you an even wider range of services.
We’re based in Lancaster and Lititz, we serve clients in Lancaster, Lebanon, Berks, York, and Dauphin counties, and we have relationships with a wide network of professional Realtors that are everywhere we aren’t. Our team is locally focused, with a regional reach and global connections to help you move anywhere you want to be.
Looking to sell or buy real estate? Call us at 717-371-0557!
Your Friends in Real Estate,
Jason Burkholder Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Hometown Property Sales Group, LLC
717-207-8093 office
57 E Main St
Lititz, PA 17543
Winter is coming…..
Ok, well, not to be that dramatic but it is fall, so winter will be here soon. Don’t forget to take care of a few outside chores in the next month before it arrives, so you can stay indoors cozy and warm this winter without preventable problems!
Before we get to the chore list, don’t forget to follow Tom Roe Photography so you can find out where he is selling his fantastic 2024 calendars featuring scenes from Lititz PA! This pic is in our 2023 calendar in the office, and if you want one for 2024 you can find Tom on Facebook or check out his website for order info!
Need help with any of the above? We can connect you to the right person ! Give us a call or text at (717) 371-0557!
Your Friends in Real Estate,
Jason Burkholder Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Hometown Property Sales Group, LLC
717-207-8093 office
227 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
Our area has a lot to offer when it comes to outdoor public spaces. There are lots of parks in Lancaster County, there’s hiking, walking trails, and more. Spending time outside can do wonders, whether it’s for exercise, play, or leisure. Come by yourself or bring friends along!
This is post #2 in a series where we highlight the spaces available throughout the county, let’s talk about what you can find in Manheim Township!
Community Park (209 Petersburg Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601)- 33.5 acres with outdoor pavilions available for rent (one with a kitchen!), softball field, basketball court, two volleyball courts, playgrounds, and four horseshoe pits.
Landis Woods (2369 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601)- 70 acres with a focus on preservation! Enjoy the hiking paths and the small museum inside the Boettcher House Environmental Education Center. You can also rent the house for special events!
Jaycee Park (1031 Edgemoor Ct, Lancaster, PA 17601)- small neighborhood park with a stream, grills, picnic tables, talk tubes, slide, shaded picnic areas, and more!
Overlook Community Campus (301 Golf Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601)- this is a one stop shop! Within 140 acres, this space includes a pool, golf course, mini golf course, library, skating rink, disk golf course, playgrounds, dog park, and restaurants.
Municipal Park (304 Clay Rd, Lititz, PA 17543)- plenty of room for sports! This park has four soccer fields, two softball fields, and a batting cage. Also located here is the police building, ambulance association, and of course, the Township’s Municipal Building.
Skyline Park (245 Eden Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601)- home to Skyline Pool (also open to people outside of the Township!), a walkway/bikeway, lighted football field, basketball court, and volleyball court.
Reidenbaugh Park (1001 Buckwalter Rd Lititz, PA 17543)- part of Reidenbaugh Elementary School, this space is focused on sports! Four tennis courts, one volleyball court, one basketball court, two softball fields, playground, paved walking trail, and more!
Photo credit: Brian Skuzinski
Stoner Park (1280 Winchester Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601)- complete with a walkway/bikeway path wrapping around the outside of the park, this space has eight exercise stations, soccer fields, volleyball court, basketball court, and a playground.
Perelman Park (1996 Landis Valley Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601)- bring your kayaks and canoes to enjoy the Conestoga River! Or take a walk along the nature trail and visit the butterfly garden in the summer months.
Looking for help finding your new place? We can help ! Reach us at (717) 371-0557
Your Friends in Real Estate, Jason Burkholder Real Estate Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Adam High
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Welcome Home Real Estate
717-298-8040 office
57 E Main St, Lititz, PA 17543
The numbers are in- closed sales are up in Lancaster County and for Pennsylvania as a whole! We’re still moving forward with a lot of buyers buying, and sellers selling, despite a lower inventory that has been making headlines for the last few years. If you’re thinking of selling or buying, it is as good a time as any. Call us, let’s talk about the headlines and numbers, what they do and don’t mean for you. Lots of “affordable homes” are selling, as you can see based on median sales prices, and lots of folks are successfully closing with mortgages, so you aren’t losing to “cash buyers” all the time. That myth is pretty pervasive, so we continue to try and dispel that with facts.
Let’s talk about those June numbers now! You probably noticed, it’s almost the end of July, so why are we talking about June? Well, closed sales are what they call a lagging indicator, it takes a few weeks after the end of the month for us to say the closings are all recorded, and the data is accurate, so, we are always a little behind.
Anyway, back to the point! Closings are up a little, which means the number of homes hitting the market are continuing to increase a little. Expect more of the same this year in general, opportunity is there if you’re interested in making a move.
You’ll see a bit of a lag next month, as seasonal vacations slow down things, but don’t look at that as an indicator, think of it like highway traffic when you’re headed to the beach. It slows you down, but soon enough you pass it and get where you’re going! June and July are big vacation months in South Central Pa and the mid Atlantic, so you’ll see it reflected in the numbers next month.
Let’s start with Pennsylvania in general: Compared to May, closed sales are up 12% overall, with a total of 12,383 for the state (according to PAR)
In Lancaster County, closed sales are up 25%, and as always, our area outperforms many parts of the state. Here’s a look:
In June, almost 70% of homes were bought with financing. You don’t need to pay all cash to get a home in this market. We’re connected with experienced lenders, with every program imaginable. Call or text us at (717) 371-0557 and we’ll get you on the right path!
Median Sales Prices and Number of Units Sold for Lancaster County School Districts in June 2023:
Solanco (15): $375,00
Pequea Valley (3): $343,519
Penn Manor (40): $328,450
Columbia (13): $215,000
School District of Lancaster (85): $235,900
Eastern Lancaster (21): $285,000
Conestoga Valley (16): $320,500
Lampeter Strasburg (17): $355,000
Warwick (26): $372,500
Cocalico (22): $319,900
Elizabethtown (26): $318,500
Manheim Central (23): $280,000
Ephrata (48): $352,00
Donegal (21): $280,000
Manheim Township (65): $425,000
Hempfield (62): $355,000
Zooming out of Lancaster County, here’s what the surrounding counties look like:
Need help buying or selling in any of these counties? We’re happy to help! Give us a call or text at (717) 371-0557
Your Friends in Real Estate, Jason Burkholder Real Estate Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Adam High
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Welcome Home Real Estate
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57 E Main St, Lititz, PA 17543
Lancaster County has a lot to offer when it comes to outdoor public spaces- parks, hiking, walking trails, and more. Spending time outside can do wonders, whether it’s for exercise, play, or leisure. Come by yourself or bring friends along!
This is post 1 in a series where we highlight the spaces available throughout the county!
Photo from Justin Mosebach
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As we begin to step out of the “spring market,” things are picking up in Lancaster County!
Compared to April, we had more units sold, more new listings, and roughly the same number of pendings. When the June report comes out, we’ll likely see more pendings as these new listings go under contract!
What does this mean? It means there’s opportunity for everyone. Buyers and sellers. The market is active. There’s room for you too.
When it comes to pricing in Lancaster County, here’s where we’re at:
The percentage of homes bought with a mortgage has held steady this year. We’re connected with experienced lenders, with every program imaginable. There could be financing options you’re not aware of! Reach out at (717) 371-0557 and we’ll connect you with the right lender for you.
Median Sales Prices and Number of Units Sold for Lancaster County School Districts in May 2023:
Solanco (12): $390,662
Pequea Valley (9): $405,000
Penn Manor (35): $325,000
Columbia (15): $192,000
School District of Lancaster (73): $234,300
Eastern Lancaster (17): $353,250
Conestoga Valley (15): $350,000
Lampeter Strasburg (10): $381,500
Warwick (24): $386,000
Cocalico (17): $309,900
Elizabethtown (37): $290,000
Manheim Central (23): $319,995
Ephrata (25): $312,000
Donegal (17): $269,900
Manheim Township (40): $445,000
Hempfield (36): $311,250
The real estate market is local. Each area can be different. That’s why we include a snapshot for our surrounding counties as well!
Need help buying or selling in any of these counties? We’re happy to help! Give us a call or text at (717) 371-0557
Your Friends in Real Estate, Jason Burkholder Real Estate Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Adam High
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Welcome Home Real Estate
717-298-8040 office
57 E Main St, Lititz, PA 17543
As coats are put away for good and flowers are in full bloom, the real estate market begins to shift. Spring market. Summer Market. We’ve all heard the terms. It’s often a busy time for buyers, sellers, and Realtors.
But does that mean you should wait until spring if you’re ready to sell now?
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: don’t let the market dictate your life. If you have a deadline, then it’s your time. List when it’s right for you.
There are, however, some interesting numbers out there, stating that the prime time to sell is May, April, and June (in that order). Sellers received over a 10% increase above market value during those months.
After an analysis of 51 million single-family home and condo sales from 2011 to 2022, ATTOM found the top 3 months for increased seller premiums:
All that to say, the market is always shifting. There are no guarantees in how the market will behave, but we can still help! No matter the market, no matter the season, we can help you buy or sell. Give us a call or text at (717) 371-0557 !
Your Friends in Real Estate, Jason Burkholder Real Estate Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Adam High
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Welcome Home Real Estate
717-298-8040 office
57 E Main St, Lititz, PA 17543
This month we’ve got numbers for all of Central PA, courtesy of Bright MLS! Long story short, similar to what we’ve been saying, there’s still plenty of opportunity for buyers and sellers right here in Central PA.
Don’t watch national news for local coverage friends, the numbers won’t tell you the reality here. Home sales (pending and closed) would have been, and would still be, higher if we had more inventory (homes for sale). There is still a lot of buyer demand. Does that mean a buyer can’t compete? No, not at all. The reason the listing inventory isn’t rising is a multifaceted discussion, but the main reason? Buyers are buying as quickly as they come on the market, and then those are the closings you see.
Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, we can help you navigate this market. We’ve been through the ups and downs of the real estate market and have the experience to help you. Questions on these things and what they mean? Just ask, we are here to help !
Let’s dive in!
If you’re a buyer, don’t let the current interest rates scare you away from buying. The interest on rent is still 100% and you can refinance your mortgage when interest rates decrease. Don’t let the market dictate when it’s time to buy, or sell, for that matter. The best time for you to make a move is when it’s right for you!
While homes aren’t sitting on the market long (7 days is the current median), that doesn’t mean buyers don’t have a chance. Work with a Realtor who can help you write competitive offers, while still looking out for your best interests. Yes, that is possible. We can help.
If you look at the column on the right, you’ll see the Home Demand Index (HDI) for each county. HDI “tracks pre-sale activity to measure housing market competitiveness.” Overall, Central PA is at a 93, which is in the “steady” range. You can learn more about the HDI here.
Now, focusing on Lancaster County specifically, here’s a snapshot for April ’23:
Again, if we had more inventory, we’d have more solds and more pendings, but that doesn’t mean you can’t buy.
Mortgages still hold the majority for home financing! This percentage has remained steady the last several months.
Hyper local, this is what Warwick School District looks like:
Median Sales Prices and Number of Units Sold for Lancaster County School Districts in March 2023:
Solanco (13): $355,000
Pequea Valley (2): $410,000
Penn Manor (27): $291,250
Columbia (7): $195,000
School District of Lancaster (55): $215,000
Eastern Lancaster (15): $282,000
Conestoga Valley (13): $307,650
Lampeter Strasburg (17): $355,200
Warwick (20): $335,375
Cocalico (14): $287,500
Elizabethtown (22): $323,750
Manheim Central (20): $323,000
Ephrata (11): $226,000
Donegal (18): $275,250
Manheim Township (36): $384,900
Hempfield (25): $340,000
For our surrounding counties:
Need help buying or selling in any of these counties? We’re happy to help! Give us a call or text at (717) 371-0557
Your Friends in Real Estate, Jason Burkholder Real Estate Team
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Jason Burkholder
Kelly Burkholder
Adam High
Jaci Hoosier
717-371-0557 direct or text
Welcome Home Real Estate
717-298-8040 office
57 E Main St, Lititz, PA 17543
