Cirencester Market Update.

The property market in Cirencester during August 2024 is undeniably challenging, even with the recent Bank of England interest rate cut. The market seems to be working against sellers across the board, with most properties struggling to sell. A recent search on Rightmove showed 30 properties listed between £280,000 and £325,000, within 1 mile of Cirencester town centre.

Price reductions are common, with properties being reduced in an attempt to attract buyers. Yet, only a few are successfully selling, and the number of first-time buyers has dwindled, mainly due to the prevailing interest rates.

Interestingly, despite the overall market slowdown, larger properties in the £500,000 to £700,000 range are still generating enquiries, showing some resilience in this segment.

Given the current landscape, our advice is clear: if you can afford to wait, it may be wise to hold off. However, if a sale is necessary, pricing your property competitively is crucial to stand out among the competition. We are cautiously optimistic that another rate cut and the arrival of September might bring some much-needed relief to the market.

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