Is Athens County, OH a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since Last Month
Last month, Athens County was a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Athens County is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.
Housing Prices in Athens County, OH
How much do homes in Athens County, OH cost?
Median Sold Price
$199,500
$166/sqft
Based on all homes sold in May 2024.
Difference Since Last Month
Key Takeaway
Homes in Athens County have sold for 35.3% more than they did a month ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Athens County was $199,500 in May 2024, up 35.3% from last month, and the median price per square foot was $166.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $74.5K | - | N/A |
| 2 Bedrooms | $147.5K | $151.2K | +2.5% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $210K | $284.5K | +35.5% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $162.5K | $302.4K | +86.2% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $120K | - | N/A |
Summary: Athens County housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 35.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 86.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
| Vinton County | $230.5K | $727.5K | +215.6% |
| Athens County | $147.5K | $199.5K | +35.3% |
Housing Supply in Athens County, OH
How many homes are available in Athens County, OH?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 44 | 55 | +25.0% |
Summary: The Athens County real estate market had 55 homes for sale in May 2024, a 25.0% increase compared to April 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 3 | 3 | 0.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 10 | 13 | +30.0% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 21 | 29 | +38.1% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 7 | 7 | 0.0% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 3 | 3 | 0.0% |
Summary: The Athens 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 increased by 30%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 38.1%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.
Number of Homes Sold
| Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | 8 | -38.5% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
1 Home Was Sold
Under Asking
4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
3 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Athens County, expect to pay close to the asking price. 50% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 8 homes were sold or pending in Athens County in May 2024, down by 38.5% month-over-month. Of the 8 sold homes, 13% were sold under asking, 50% were sold at asking, and 38% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Athens County, OH
How long does it take to sell a home in Athens County, OH?
Average Sale Time
| Apr 2024 | May 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 52 Days | 54 Days | +4.0% |
Summary: Homes in Athens County had an average of 54 days on market in May 2024, up by 4% compared to last month.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
2 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
5 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Avg time on Rocket Homes in Athens County has remained consistent over time.
Summary: During May 2024, 8 homes were sold in Athens County; 25% of homes were sold within 30 days, 63% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 13% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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