In this insightful solo episode, Elise Kiely provides a comprehensive spring 2025 market update, starting with the national landscape and zooming in to Maine's distinctive market dynamics. Elise breaks down data on the Northeast region’s strong performance, and Maine’s county-level insights—focusing particularly on Cumberland, York, and Lincoln counties.
She also explores what’s driving the luxury market, why it remains a seller’s market in Maine, and the growing impact of private, off-market transactions in the high-end segment. Elise shares two real-life stories from recent private sales to illustrate how discretion, privacy, and decisiveness define success in this niche market. She also shares thoughts for first time homebuyers hesitant to enter the market.
🔹 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- 📊 National Market Trends: What modest growth and increasing inventory mean for buyers and sellers
- 🌎 Northeast Regional Insights: How this region is outperforming national averages
- 🏡 Maine-Specific Data:
- Statewide sales and pricing trends
- Notable updates from Cumberland, York, and Lincoln counties
- 💎 Luxury Market Realities:
- Why Maine's high-end market still strongly favors sellers
- The significance of 393 listings vs. 500+ sold in 2024
- What high-end buyers—from Boomers to Gen Z—are truly seeking
- 🤫 The Private Market Advantage:
- Why elite sellers choose curated, off-market transactions
- What buyers gain from exclusive, discreet opportunities
- Two recent stories that bring this world to life
- 🧭 Thoughts for Buyers, Sellers, and Advisors:
Strategic tips for navigating today’s crosscurrents with clarity and confidence
🔹 Quotable Moments:
“Many buyers and sellers who say they're waiting for the market to recover are really navigating fear, not facts.”“Luxury today is about health, privacy, and remote work readiness just as much as it is about ocean views and premium finishes.”“In this part of the market, there are no deals—there is success or not success.”
🔹 Mentioned in This Episode:
- Episodes 5 & 6: Leading in Luxury with Chris Lynch
- Episodes 12 & 13: Naples market insights with Melinda Gunther
- Episode 9: May 2025 Market Snapshot
Connect with Elise
🌐 Website & Listings: Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty
📸 Follow Elise on Social Media:
- Instagram: @elisekielyrealestate
- Facebook: Elise Kiely Real Estate
- LinkedIn: Elise Kiely
Have Questions or Topic Suggestions, e-mail Elise at
- Elise@EliseKiely.com
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Please remember this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not create an attorney client or real estate advisor client relationship. Please reach out to me directly if I can assist you in your real estate journey.
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