Baton Rouge Homes sold well in 2012 — up 15% over 2011. The entire metropolitan area was up 14% over 2011. Homes that were priced correctly and in good condition moved quickly. Did you know that every home sold translates into at least one other job in the area? That means more than 4000 jobs were created or retained this year alone. Real estate is an economic driver!

Thanks to your support, The KeyFinders Team had it’s best year ever — selling 123 homes this year! What a blessing to serve so many wonderful people — thanks for your business and for your referrals.

Below are the numbers for 2012 in East Baton Rouge Parish by sales price. Only three price points saw a decline in 2012. Where do you think your house falls in this market? If you want to know for sure, give us a call!

MLS Year to Date Closed/Sold Profile Report
Category – RESIDENTIAL Statistics for Entire MLS
Category:1 Counties:EBR
Sale Price Range	Last Year 01/01/2011 – 12/31/2011	This Year 01/01/2012 – 12/31/2012	Percent Change
$0 – $99,999	712	850	19.38%
$100,000 – $149,999	729	843	15.63%
$150,000 – $199,999	822	881	7.17%
$200,000 – $249,999	515	571	10.87%
$250,000 – $299,999	270	350	29.62%
$300,000 – $349,999	195	198	1.53%
$350,000 – $399,999	108	154	42.59%
$400,000 – $449,999	81	74	-8.64%
$450,000 – $499,999	36	56	55.55%
$500,000 – $549,999	31	43	38.70%
$550,000 – $599,999	26	30	15.38%
$600,000 – $699,999	29	51	75.86%
$700,000 – $799,999	19	21	10.52%
$800,000 – $899,999	10	6	-40.00%
$900,000 – $999,999	8	13	62.50%
$1,000,000 – $1,499,999	16	13	-18.75%
$1,500,000 – $1,999,999	2	3	50.00%
$2,000,000 and Above	2	2	0.00%
Total	3611	4159	15.17%