Hoover Living offers insightful stories about the Hoover real estate market drawing on the Mike Wald and Hayden Wald's three decades of experience as two of Hoover's most trusted real estate experts. Get updates on the market, coming soon listings, pricing trends, recently sold listings, staging and listing techniques, marketing strategies, home buying strategies, and much more.

Found the Perfect House? How to Write a Winning Offer and Not Regret it!

 

You've found the perfect house! There's only one problem- you're not alone! Great homes, priced right, attract crowds of buyers in this crazy market. So, what's the secret to writing a successful offer? Experience helping hundreds of buyers successfully write winning contracts has shown us that there are four critical steps to writing an offer with the best chance of winning. Deciding How Much to Offer is the decision that generally carries the most weight with sellers. The strategy we will share here is designed to help you write the appropriate offer that gives you your best chance of winning while minimizing the risk you'll suffer from buyer's remorse after the sellers…

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Stunning 5 Bedroom, 5 Bath Ross Bridge Home 

Stunning basement home offers an inviting formal dining room and a generously sized living room with a seamless flow to the well-appointed kitchen, ideal for hosting gatherings or spending time with loved ones. With stylish finishes and a large center island with seating, the kitchen offers the perfect space for meal prep while engaging in conversations. Main level features a lavish master suite with a private spa-like ensuite, complete with double vanities and an oversized walk-in shower. Upstairs, a bonus room provides additional space for relaxation or entertainment. The lower level boasts ample living space, ideal for creating a game room or hosting movie nights. The screened-in porch and multiple…

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Ross Bridge- A Classic American Town

Ross Bridge is a master planned, mixed use "resort town" situated on 2,700 acres in the western section of the City of Hoover. It features about 1,800 homes, a championship golf course, a luxury hotel, retail shops and dining, and several parks throughout the community.

A wiffle ball field in the Hamptons neighborhood of Ross Bridge.

A neighborhood pool 

One of several neighborhood parks

The Ross Bridge Real Estate Market is Healthy

During 2022, 137 homes sold in Ross Bridge with an average sales price of $564,161. Last year homes stayed on the market for only about 3 days.

Comparing the First Four Months of Last Year to This Year

Almost the same number of homes have sold in the first four…

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First 90 Days Update: Over the Mountain Volume is Down, Prices Up

The Over the Mountain real estate market is sending mixed signals, but by historical standards it's still a Seller's market. Sales volume is down 27%. Prices are up 7.8% and Days on Market increased from 3 days during the first 3 months of last year to 4 days, this year.

First 90 Days of 2022

950 homes sold with median days on the market of 3

Average list-to-sales price 101.8%

Average sold price $492,553

First 90 days of 2023

690 homes sold with median days on the market of 5

Average list-to-sales price 99.96%

Average sold price $531,084

During the first 90 days of 2022, 260 more over-the-mountain homes were sold than during the first 90 days of this year.…

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Coming Soon! 2304 Dartmouth Drive

This beautiful newly updated home offers not just a great place to live, but a wonderful lifestyle as well. You will love the abundance of natural light that fills the spacious living areas, creating a warm and inviting environment. The large primary, main-level bedroom features an ensuite bathroom and walk in closet, offering a private retreat. Additional bedrooms are equally spacious providing plenty of room for guests. All of the bathrooms have been stylishly updated with granite or marble countertops, tile floors, and tile surround. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, brushed nickel hardware, and granite countertops. Enjoy your morning coffee or your evening cocktail in the beautiful sunroom which is…

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Coming Soon! 1415 Steven Drive in Hoover

Beautifully updated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home with spacious covered deck overlooking large, level backyard. 

Updated kitchen

Updated Master bath

Spacious deck off kitchen and den overlooks large, level backyard.

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First 60 Days: The Market's Still Strong! 

      

There are interesting comparisons for the over-the-mountain housing market during the first 60 days of 2022 and 2023. The most important finding is that it's still a seller's market despite the increase in mortgage rates.

2022

534 homes sold with median days on the market of 3

Average list-to-sales price 101.2%

Average sold price $484,819

2023

380 homes sold with median days on the market of 5

Average list-to-sales price 99.27%

Average sold price $528,102

During the first 60 days of 2022, 154 more over-the-mountain homes were sold than during the first 60 days of this year. That's a 29% drop in unit volume. However, the average sales price for homes sold this year was 8.9%…

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Just Sold! 4930 Ridge Pass

4930 Ridge Pass

Conveniently located in Hoover just minutes from all of the shopping and dining you could need.This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers main level living and plenty of space for entertaining. Filled with natural light, beautiful hardwoods and a smart floor plan, the bright open kitchen will quickly become the heart of the home with its stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, subway tile backsplash and large center island with seating where you'll love gathering with family or friends. Spacious primary with stylish ensuite featuring double vanity and large glass and tile shower. The fenced backyard features a covered patio area for enjoying the beautiful views. Designated laundry, 2 car garage, and lots of curb…

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Just Sold! 2225 Marion Street

2225 Marion Street

Graced with thoughtful modern updates in a friendly neighborhood this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers a large living area with gleaming hardwoods, formal dining room, and a bright open kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space. 2 car garage and basement storage. Large back deck for entertaining overlooks a spacious and flat backyard that is surrounded by mature landscaping. Recent updates include, inside paint, carpet, ceiling fans, locks and new stove top. Located in the heart of Bluff park, just minutes to the elementary school

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Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Highlands neighborhood

Set in a quiet cul-de-sac this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offers large-scale space and stop in your tracks curb appeal. From the 2 story foyer to the office, to the spacious living room with fireplace and arched doorways, each space is fresh and uncluttered. Gorgeous hardwood floors beam from the sunlight that flows through the home. Enjoy the large eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space and center island great for gatherings with family or friends. Sizeable primary suite with tray ceiling, and walk-in closets offers space and privacy from the main living area of the home. Private ensuite boasts tiled shower with frameless glass door, jetted tub, and double…

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