I would let recent closings lead, then shape the launch around buyer behavior.
If you are about to set an asking price in Pasadena, CA, I would make that decision from current buyer behavior, not from old expectations. Last month, a typical sold home reached $1,300,000 and buyers paid 102.5% of asking on typical closed sales, which tells me the market is still rewarding homes that enter in the right range.
The rest of the setup supports that reading. Supply stood at 2.05 months in Pasadena, CA, and homes were closing in about 24 days over the previous 30 days. That creates room for strong execution, but it also shrinks the margin for a weak opening price. Sellers sometimes assume limited supply means any number will work. I disagree. Active homes showed a typical asking price of $1,125,000 last month, and that gap with the sold figure tells me buyers are making distinctions. They are not rewarding price alone. They are rewarding value they can recognize quickly. Set a price you can defend. Prepare the home so it supports that number. Use launch week to create momentum instead of starting high and negotiating down in Pasadena, CA.
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Ashley Kay is a licensed Real Estate Professional affiliated with Re/Max Champions, specializing in the Pasadena market. With a focus on strategic marketing and deep local knowledge, Ashley Kay provides clients with expert guidance in navigating complex real estate transactions. View full profile →
