Is Melbourne, FL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Melbourne is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Melbourne, FL

How much do homes in Melbourne, FL cost?

Median Sold Price

$412,030

$235/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$27,046(+7.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Melbourne have sold for 7% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Melbourne was $412,030 in May 2024, up 7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $235.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $166.2K$165K
-0.8%
2 $254.1K$261.3K
+2.8%
3 $374.9K$389.9K
+4.0%
4 $518K$556.4K
+7.4%
5+ $687.5K$760K
+10.5%

Summary: Melbourne housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 0.8%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10.5%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

West Melbourne
+7.5%
Melbourne
+7.0%
Indialantic-Melbourne Beach
+3.6%
Indian Harbour Beach
-2.8%

Housing Supply in Melbourne, FL

How many homes are available in Melbourne, FL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1,3931,462+5.0%

Summary: The Melbourne real estate market had 1,462 homes for sale in May 2024, a 5.0% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 3431
-8.8%
2 228235
+3.1%
3 671724
+7.9%
4 390391
0.3%
5+ 7081
+15.7%

Summary: The Melbourne housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 8.8%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 7.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 0.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 15.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
299285-4.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

179 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

89 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

17 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Melbourne, you may be able to get a good deal. 62.8% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 285 homes were sold or pending in Melbourne in May 2024, down by 4.7% month-over-month. Of the 285 sold homes, 63% were sold under asking, 31% were sold at asking, and 6% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Melbourne, FL

How long does it take to sell a home in Melbourne, FL?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
38 Days42 Days+11.2%

Summary: Homes in Melbourne had an average of 42 days on market in May 2024, up by 11.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

164 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

76 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

45 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During May 2024, 285 homes were sold in Melbourne; 58% of homes were sold within 30 days, 27% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 16% of homes were sold over 90 days.

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

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