Is Lexington-Fayette Central, KY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Lexington-Fayette Central is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, Lexington-Fayette Central has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Lexington-Fayette Central is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Lexington-Fayette Central, KY

How much do homes in Lexington-Fayette Central, KY cost?

Median Sold Price

$310,388

$156/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$22,610(+7.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Lexington-Fayette Central have sold for 7.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Lexington-Fayette Central was $310,388 in May 2024, up 7.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $156.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $153.6K$175K
+13.9%
2 $212.5K$235K
+10.6%
3 $280K$294.9K
+5.3%
4 $393.7K$415K
+5.4%
5+ $605K$637.5K
+5.4%

Summary: Lexington-Fayette Central housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 13.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 5.4%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Lexington-Fayette Central
+7.9%
Lexington-Fayette Southwest
+7.1%
Lexington
+6.6%
Lexington-Fayette
+6.6%
Lexington-Fayette Northwest
+4.3%

Housing Supply in Lexington-Fayette Central, KY

How many homes are available in Lexington-Fayette Central, KY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
306361+18.0%

Summary: The Lexington-Fayette Central real estate market had 361 homes for sale in May 2024, a 18.0% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 1114
+27.3%
2 5368
+28.3%
3 141162
+14.9%
4 7884
+7.7%
5+ 2333
+43.5%

Summary: The Lexington-Fayette Central housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 27.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 28.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 14.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 43.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
80121+51.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

57 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

22 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

42 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Lexington-Fayette Central, you may be able to get a good deal. 47.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 121 homes were sold or pending in Lexington-Fayette Central in May 2024, up by 51.2% month-over-month. Of the 121 sold homes, 47% were sold under asking, 18% were sold at asking, and 35% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Lexington-Fayette Central, KY

How long does it take to sell a home in Lexington-Fayette Central, KY?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
21 Days39 Days+87.3%

Summary: Homes in Lexington-Fayette Central had an average of 39 days on market in May 2024, up by 87.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

94 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

16 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

10 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Lexington-Fayette Central are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During May 2024, 121 homes were sold in Lexington-Fayette Central; 78% of homes were sold within 30 days, 13% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 8% 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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