Is East Kern, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing East Kern is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, East Kern has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

East Kern is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in East Kern, CA

How much do homes in East Kern, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$314,990

$203/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$390(+0.1%)

Key Takeaway

The sold price of homes in East Kern has remained the same since last year.

Summary: The median home sold price in East Kern was $314,990 in May 2024, up 0.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $203.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $120K$80K
-33.3%
2 $218.5K$215K
-1.6%
3 $287.5K$300K
+4.3%
4 $393K$387.5K
-1.4%
5+ $440K$440K
0.0%

Summary: East Kern housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 33.3%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 1.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Mojave
+5.7%
California City
+4.6%
East Kern
0.1%
Edwards
-13.4%

Housing Supply in East Kern, CA

How many homes are available in East Kern, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
160158-1.3%

Summary: The East Kern real estate market had 158 homes for sale in May 2024, a 1.3% decrease compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 1917
-10.5%
3 7273
+1.4%
4 5352
-1.9%
5+ 1515
0.0%

Summary: The East Kern housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 10.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.4%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
4033-17.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

8 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

13 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

12 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in East Kern, expect to pay close to the asking price. 39.4% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 33 homes were sold or pending in East Kern in May 2024, down by 17.5% month-over-month. Of the 33 sold homes, 24% were sold under asking, 39% were sold at asking, and 36% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for East Kern, CA

How long does it take to sell a home in East Kern, CA?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
43 Days48 Days+13.3%

Summary: Homes in East Kern had an average of 48 days on market in May 2024, up by 13.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

16 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

11 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in East Kern are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During May 2024, 33 homes were sold in East Kern; 48% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 18% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 8 Days Ago

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