| Phoenix area real estate update The inventory of homes actively for sale today is half of what it was a year ago. The low supply is starting to drive up prices, especially in homes priced under $300,000. The average sales price has increased steadily since its low in August of 2011. February’s average of $167,000 is an increase of 11% from $155,000 in August. The percentage of distressed properties (foreclosures and short sales) comprised 51% of all sales in February. This is down from a high of 74% in September 2010. Mortgage Rates continue to hover near historic lows. Rates today are still near 4% for a 30 fixed rate mortgage. Average Price Graph
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