Is Sumter County, FL a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since May 2023
Since last year, Sumter County has remained a Seller's Market.
Housing Prices in Sumter County, FL
How much do homes in Sumter County, FL cost?
Median Sold Price
$355,952
$239/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since May 2023
Summary: The median home sold price in Sumter County was $355,952 in May 2024, down 1.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $239.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | May 2023 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|---|
1 Bedroom | $225K | $171.5K | -23.8% |
2 Bedrooms | $300K | $290K | -3.3% |
3 Bedrooms | $397.5K | $399.7K | +0.6% |
4 Bedrooms | $425K | $379.9K | -10.6% |
5+ Bedrooms | $386.9K | $344.9K | -10.9% |
Summary: Sumter County housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 23.8%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 3.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.6%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 10.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 10.9%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
Hernando County | $315K | $319.9K | +1.6% |
Marion County | $273.9K | $275K | 0.4% |
Lake County | $369.9K | $370.3K | 0.1% |
Citrus County | $279.8K | $278.5K | -0.4% |
Sumter County | $359.9K | $355.9K | -1.1% |
Housing Supply in Sumter County, FL
How many homes are available in Sumter County, FL?
Number of Homes For Sale
Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
843 | 851 | +0.9% |
Summary: The Sumter County real estate market had 851 homes for sale in May 2024, a 0.9% increase compared to April 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
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1 Bedroom | 7 | 9 | +28.6% |
2 Bedrooms | 227 | 238 | +4.8% |
3 Bedrooms | 530 | 531 | 0.2% |
4 Bedrooms | 67 | 64 | -4.5% |
5+ Bedrooms | 12 | 9 | -25.0% |
Summary: The Sumter County housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 28.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.2%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 4.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 25%.
Number of Homes Sold
Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
195 | 153 | -21.5% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
124 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
21 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
8 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Summary: A total of 153 homes were sold or pending in Sumter County in May 2024, down by 21.5% month-over-month. Of the 153 sold homes, 81% were sold under asking, 14% were sold at asking, and 5% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Sumter County, FL
How long does it take to sell a home in Sumter County, FL?
Average Sale Time
May 2023 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
55 Days | 64 Days | +15.8% |
Summary: Homes in Sumter County had an average of 64 days on market in May 2024, up by 15.8% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
73 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
41 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
39 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Summary: During May 2024, 153 homes were sold in Sumter County; 48% of homes were sold within 30 days, 27% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% of homes were sold over 90 days.