Realse homes are homes that have been lived in vs. new homes built by builders & never yet
lived in. Feel free to contact me with other questions or for a free consultation to discuss our needs.
Colleen Smith, Weichert Realtors 301-610-6444 xt. 156

Hi Mary,

Typically it means that it is not new construction. You'll often find the term used in neighborhoods or condominium complexes in which there is still ongoing construction. The term re-sale will be used to differentiate a previously built and occupied home from one of the new construction properties.

Paul Beatty

A resale simply means that the home is not new construction. In the current climate, it is also being used to differentiate a home that is being sold by people who have probably owned it for a few years from homes that are being sold as foreclosures or short sales.