An agent has been asked to provide a suitable comparable sale for a property being listed by his broker. Which of the following would be the most appropriate property for the agent to provide?

Although this property has a similar style and is in the same subdivision, the sale occurring three years ago makes it less relevant to the current market conditions. Real estate values can fluctuate significantly over time, making a recent sale more reliable for comparison.

While this property is of the same age and design, the fact that it was sold to a family member may not reflect true market value. Non-arms-length transactions often occur at prices that do not accurately represent market conditions, making this choice less suitable.

Although this property is currently listed and similar in style and size, it has not yet sold. Active listings can often have inflated prices and do not provide conclusive evidence of market value until a sale is completed. Therefore, it is not as appropriate as a recently sold property.