Is Shelby County, KY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Shelby County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Shelby County, KY

How much do homes in Shelby County, KY cost?

Median Sold Price

$308,000

$184/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$8,293(+2.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Shelby County have sold for 2.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Shelby County was $308,000 in May 2024, up 2.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $184.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $113.7K-
N/A
2 $195K$210K
+7.7%
3 $274.6K$291K
+5.9%
4 $347K$363.4K
+4.8%
5+ $535K$625K
+16.8%

Summary: Shelby County housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 16.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Henry County
+14.0%
Anderson County
+6.5%
Oldham County
+5.4%
Shelby County
+2.8%
Franklin County
+2.2%

Housing Supply in Shelby County, KY

How many homes are available in Shelby County, KY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
156178+14.1%

Summary: The Shelby County real estate market had 178 homes for sale in May 2024, a 14.1% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 1310
-23.1%
3 8194
+16.0%
4 4657
+23.9%
5+ 1617
+6.3%

Summary: The Shelby County 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 23.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 16%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 23.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 6.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
3338+15.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

20 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

9 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

9 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Shelby County, you may be able to get a good deal. 52.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 38 homes were sold or pending in Shelby County in May 2024, up by 15.2% month-over-month. Of the 38 sold homes, 53% were sold under asking, 24% were sold at asking, and 24% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Shelby County, KY

How long does it take to sell a home in Shelby County, KY?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
14 Days31 Days+121.4%

Summary: Homes in Shelby County had an average of 31 days on market in May 2024, up by 121.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

1 Home Was Sold
Under 30 Days

1 Home Was Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During May 2024, 38 homes were sold in Shelby County; 3% of homes were sold within 30 days, 3% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% 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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