Is Your Phoenix Home a Commodity?

by David on August 21, 2010 · 0 comments

in Phoenix

I think this is a question that sits in the back of our minds when we own a home.  We don’t like to confront it because to answer “yes” would seemingly void all the personalized touches and investments we may have made in our homes and make our homes feel marginalized and so it becomes just like all the others in our neighborhoods.

So, is your home a commodity?

In today’s market and the market we have had the past four years, the answer is “yes.”

Pricing has driven most of the consideration for what homes have sold and which ones haven’t.  Price.  And though a home that was nicer in condition with some of the bells and whistles sold for more, it didn’t sell for all that much more.

It’s a scary thought but from the simplest homes to many of the most impressive custom homes, the homes in Phoenix have been commoditized.  There are simply too many at too low a price without enough buyers in the marketplace to be considered anything more.

I realize this may be a disappointing post but perhaps there is a silver lining.  Perhaps accepting this notion allows you to divorce the thought of your home as especially unique and worth the price you want, not what the buyer is willing to pay.

As well, maybe there is a certain liberation in this acceptance as it could increase the chances you have in selling your home successfully if you understand what may be the plain reality of the situation.


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4 beds, 3 baths
Home size: 2,328 sq ft
Lot Size: 82,764 sq ft
Added: 05/28/10, Last Updated: 05/29/10
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4399394
Community: RANCHITOS VERDE
Tract: RANCHITOS VERDE

Home is where the Hores is! If this is you sentiment - then this is the home for you! Excellent Horse proberty thats located in the city with a country feel.

Listed with John Hall & Associates


Brought to you by David S. Lorti, Thompson’s Realty. Call me today at 480-227-6911, or visit my website at www.lortihomesarizona.com!



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2 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 2,114 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,500 sq ft
Added: 05/28/10, Last Updated: 05/28/10
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4399169
Community: Trilogy
Tract: Trilogy

You’ll Love This Gorgeous Aguave Model,W/Great Room Floor Plan, 2 LG Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Plus a Den. Gourmet Kitchen Includes Granite Counters,Stainless Steel Appliances, Cherry Cabinets,Walk-In Pantry,R/O, Refrigerator Included. 20” Porcelian Tile Floors T/O, Upgraded Carpet in Both Bedrooms & Den.The Great Room Features a Gas Fireplace w/Mantel & Granite Boarder,Pre Wired For Surround Sound,LG Formal Dining Room & A Den or Home Office. 8 Ft Interior Doors w/Nickel Hardware, Wood Blinds, Mastersuite Features Private Door to Patio,Ceiling Fan,Private Bath W/Lg Upgraded Shower,Tile Surrounds, His/Her Tiled Sinks, Walk-In Closet. Sparkling Pebble Tec Salt Water Pool w/Baja Deck, Extended Cool Decking, Patch of Astro Truff Grass,2 1/2 Car Garage W/Built-in Wall Of Cabinets, Work Statio

Listed with 1st USA Realty Professionals, Inc.


Brought to you by David S. Lorti, Thompson’s Realty. Call me today at 480-227-6911, or visit my website at www.lortihomesarizona.com!



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5 beds, 4 baths
Home size: 2,983 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,500 sq ft
Added: 05/28/10, Last Updated: 05/28/10
Property Type: Single Family - Detached, Residential
MLS Number: 4399187
Community: VAL VISTA LAKES
Tract: VAL VISTA LAKES, PATTERSON

Award winning Val Vista Lakes Master Planned Community with Beachfront Lake, Outstanding Clubhouse (great for weddings!) Community Center, Fitness Center and more! Great family house with open floor plan, large kitchen/family room with island. Pool and Spa with quiet privacy in backyard.

Listed with Red Brick Realty, L.L.C.


Brought to you by David S. Lorti, Thompson’s Realty. Call me today at 480-227-6911, or visit my website at www.lortihomesarizona.com!



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