Where Are Home Prices Headed?

Home price increases in the Puget Sound area have started to moderate. While down from the unsustainable highs of this spring, prices continue to be up compared to a year ago. So, where are home prices headed next?The Home Price Expectation Survey checks in with over 100 national real estate experts every quarter, including Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. Here's where they think prices will go:Gardner predicts our local market will fare better than the nation overall.

"As I look to 2019, I believe home prices in King County will increase 7.8% over the current year."- Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner

"The local economy will continue to grow and that will drive demand for ownership housing," according to Gardner. "Supply will slow during the holiday season before we see a new influx of listings in the spring. With more supply, I believe that home price growth will continue to slow, but values will still increase."Whether you're thinking of buying or selling we can provide you with market data that will help you make the best decision for your circumstances.This post originally appear on the WindermereEastside.com Blog.