Have you ever wondered why home appraisal values seem to fluctuate year after year? Understanding the latest trends can help you make informed decisions about buying, refinancing, or investing in real estate.

Overview of 2024 Q2 Appraisal Data

The FHFA's 2024 Q2 update marks the first inclusion of Enterprise condominium appraisal data in the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) Aggregate Statistics. This addition provides a more comprehensive view of the housing market by complementing existing single-family home data. Transparency in appraisal data is crucial for both lenders and homeowners, offering insights into market trends and property values.

Key Statistics

  • Single-Family Appraisals: Increased by 2.4% year-over-year for purchase and refinance loans combined.
  • Condominium Appraisals: Decreased by 2.1% year-over-year for purchase and refinance loans combined.
  • Median Appraised Values: Rose by 3.8% for single-family purchase loans and 4.7% for condominium purchase loans year-over-year.

Single-family homes continue to show resilience in the market, with both the number of appraisals and median values on the rise.

Year-over-Year Changes

In 2024 Q2, single-family appraisals for purchase and refinance loans combined saw a 2.4% increase compared to the same period last year. Breaking it down:

  • Purchase Loans: Up by 0.6%.
  • Refinance Loans: Up significantly by 8.2%.

The median appraised value for single-family homes also climbed:

  • Purchase Loans: Increased by 3.8%.
  • Refinance Loans: Increased by 8.4%.

Quarter-over-Quarter Changes

Comparing Q2 2024 to Q1 2024:

  • Number of Appraisals: Grew by 25% for purchase and refinance loans combined.
    • Purchase Loans Only: Increased by 29.4%.
    • Refinance Loans Only: Increased by 12.7%.
  • Median Appraised Values: Rose by 2.5% for purchase loans and 0.2% for refinance loans.

Despite these increases, the quarter-over-quarter growth in appraisal volume is slightly below the recent average but remains robust compared to pre-pandemic levels.

Condominium appraisals present a different picture, with mixed changes in both volume and value.

Year-over-Year Changes

For condominiums in 2024 Q2:

  • Number of Appraisals: Decreased by 2.1% for purchase and refinance loans combined.
    • Purchase Loans Only: Down by 3.6%.
    • Refinance Loans Only: Increased by 9.5%.
  • Median Appraised Value: Increased by 4.7% for purchase loans and 12.9% for refinance loans.

Quarter-over-Quarter Changes

From Q1 to Q2 2024:

  • Number of Appraisals: Grew by 23.6% for purchase and refinance loans combined.
    • Purchase Loans Only: Increased by 25.4%.
    • Refinance Loans Only: Increased by 12.7%.
  • Median Appraised Values:
    • Purchase Loans: Decreased slightly by 0.8%.
    • Refinance Loans: Increased by 2.6%.

These trends indicate a fluctuating market for condominiums, with refinance appraisals showing stronger growth compared to purchase appraisals.

State-Level Appraisal Changes

Appraisal trends vary significantly across different states, reflecting regional economic conditions and housing demand.

Single-Family Purchase Appraisals Year-over-Year

  • Increases: 48 states and the District of Columbia saw a rise in median appraised values.
    • Top Gains: District of Columbia, Hawaii, Rhode Island, New Jersey, West Virginia.
  • Declines:
    • Montana: Down by 1.0%.
    • Texas: No change.

Single-Family Refinance Appraisals Year-over-Year

  • Increases: 49 states and the District of Columbia.
    • Top Gains: New Hampshire, District of Columbia, New York, New Jersey, Virginia.
  • Declines:
    • Oklahoma: Experienced a decrease.

Quarter-over-Quarter Changes

Single-Family Purchase Appraisals

  • Increases: 47 states and the District of Columbia.
    • Top Increases: District of Columbia, Connecticut, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Hawaii.
  • Decreases:
    • Delaware: Down by 2.3%.
    • Florida: Down by 0.2%.
    • Nevada: No change.

Single-Family Refinance Appraisals

  • Increases: 29 states and the District of Columbia.
    • Top Increases: Wyoming, District of Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Vermont.
  • No Change: 4 states.
  • Decreases: 17 states.
    • Top Declines: Hawaii, South Dakota, Kansas, Alaska, Nebraska.

These regional variations highlight the diverse dynamics within the U.S. housing market, influenced by local economies and housing supply-demand balances.

Summary of Key Findings

The 2024 Q2 UAD Aggregate Statistics reveal notable trends in both single-family and condominium appraisals:

  • Single-Family Homes: Increased in both appraisal volume and median value year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter.
  • Condominiums: Appraisal volumes decreased year-over-year for purchase loans but increased for refinance loans. Median values rose year-over-year but showed slight decreases quarter-over-quarter for purchase loans.
  • Regional Insights: Most states experienced growth in median appraised values for single-family homes, with only a few states showing declines or no change. Refinance appraisals are generally up, though some states saw decreases.

Understanding these trends is essential for homeowners considering refinancing, buyers looking to purchase, and investors analyzing market conditions. For more detailed statistics and regional insights, explore the UAD Aggregate Statistics Dashboard Portal.

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