Baltimore-area home sales prices reach 8-year high...

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The median home sales price in Greater Baltimore rose 7.9 percent in September, reaching the highest level for the month since 2008. The sales price hit $253,670 in September, according to data provided Tuesday by ShowingTime RBI based on listing activity for MRIS. Baltimore County prices rose 13.9 percent, the largest in the region, to a median of $199,950. The monthly housing report reflected a strong local market with home sales and new contracts at the highest levels in 10 years. Pending sales…