Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Philadelphia Condominiums

By J. Kim

Condominiums today are highly desirable by home buyers. It offers convenience as well as comfort and spacious living. Currently it is buyers market since the highs of the mid 2007. With the economy in steep recession and financial meltdown, the prices of Philadelphia condominiums have become more affordable even the luxurious condos.

Customization and many amenities are what draws home buyers to condominiums, it is ideal for single family home or as a place for retiree to live worry free. In Philadelphia, there are many attractions such as dining, shopping, and many historic attractions to visit.

Philadelphia is home to rich American History, it is the birthplace of American Democracy and home to many famous Americans like Benjamin Franklin. There is over supply of inventories of unsold homes in Philadelphia, but condos are changing hands between the buyers and sellers not as robust as in the past.

Currently with the price drops in Philadelphia condominiums, developer are offering many incentives and upgrades or closing assistance to get the condos moving. In short the the market seems to be in for a tough ride, but in long term it looks pretty good, but still there are too many condos for too few buyers, which makes the buyer in drivers seat at current time. But this won't last as the downturn rebounds in coming year.

One of the areas like Rittenhouse Square and couple of blocks from it have seen there prices hold value even though rest of the region seems to be declining in price. Prices in other areas are down anywhere from 10 to 20 percent. With over supply, first time buyers should have a favorable conditions, $7,500 tax credits and low interest rates will also help new buyers.

One class of condos that are having tight market is the luxurious Philadelphia condominiums market, where there is not enough inventories for potential buyers. The market will pick up once the spring returns as people look to move or look for new housing.

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