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A motivated seller in real estate is an owner eager to sell their property quickly, often at a reduced price or offering favorable terms such as more lenient financing options, and concessions such as paying common charges or parking fees. Understanding the reasons behind a seller's motivation is crucial for buyers to make informed offers. These sellers may be motivated by the need to relocate urgently, financial distress, unexpected higher costs, or situations like job loss and bankruptcy.
Common reasons for a seller to become "motivated" include homes in poor condition or requiring significant repairs that the owner cannot afford, changes in family status like divorce or inheritance, and rental properties not generating enough income. Additionally, sellers might struggle with deferred maintenance costs or delinquent taxes, often seen with inherited properties. Financially distressed property owners may even risk foreclosure, prompting them to sell at below-market value.
Motivated sellers often prefer quick transactions, which can be advantageous for buyers ready to move swiftly. In short, the benefits for buyers include the opportunity to purchase below market value, the potential for a quick closing, and possible concessions from the seller.
Below, we rounded up active listings around the city listed by motivated sellers.
Common reasons for a seller to become "motivated" include homes in poor condition or requiring significant repairs that the owner cannot afford, changes in family status like divorce or inheritance, and rental properties not generating enough income. Additionally, sellers might struggle with deferred maintenance costs or delinquent taxes, often seen with inherited properties. Financially distressed property owners may even risk foreclosure, prompting them to sell at below-market value.
Motivated sellers often prefer quick transactions, which can be advantageous for buyers ready to move swiftly. In short, the benefits for buyers include the opportunity to purchase below market value, the potential for a quick closing, and possible concessions from the seller.
Below, we rounded up active listings around the city listed by motivated sellers.
In this article:
"Motivated Seller" Listings
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The Carlton East, #3A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
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166 East 61st Street, #16J (Compass)
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The Frost House, #3D (Compass)
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155 East 91st Street, #7B (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
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Gracie Gardens, #3H (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
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170 East 92nd Street, #4C (Corcoran Group)
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Concord Village, #3A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
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The Brevard, #22M (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
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Aurum, #PH9 (Platinum Properties)
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Carnegie Plaza, #1102 (Red Jacket Residential LLC)
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The 155 Condominium, #15B (Elegran LLC)
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The Sofia, #12A (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)
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325 Fifth Avenue, #10D (Corcoran Group)
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The Lafayette, #2NN (Christies International Real Estate Group LLC)
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Bryant Park Tower, #39F
$1,514,700 (-10%)
Midtown West | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,261 ft2
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Bryant Park Tower, #39F (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
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Edith Apartments, #1D/2D
$1,850,000 (-7.3%)
Central Park West | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,700 ft2
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Edith Apartments, #1D/2D (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
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London Terrace Towers, #17B (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)
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111 Central Park North, #4A
$2,375,000 (-8.5%)
Harlem | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 1,955 ft2
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111 Central Park North, #4A (Compass)
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130 Charles Street, #TH
$7,950,000 (-32.3%)
West Village | Townhouse | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,800 ft2
130 Charles Street, #TH (Compass)
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