Is Central West, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Central West is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Central West, CA

How much do homes in Central West, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$1,550,000

$996/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

+$68,000(+4.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Central West have sold for 4.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central West was $1,550,000 in December 2024, up 4.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $996.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 $810K$749K
-7.5%
2 $1.3M$1.3M
+3.1%
3 $1.5M$1.5M
+4.6%
4 $1.7M$1.8M
+6.8%
5+ $1.9M$1.9M
0.0%

Summary: Central West housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 7.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 6.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

Central Sunset
+6.0%
Central West
+4.6%
Sunset District
+4.5%

Housing Supply in Central West, CA

How many homes are available in Central West, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
10960-45.0%

Summary: The Central West real estate market had 60 homes for sale in December 2024, a 45.0% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 3315
-54.5%
3 4019
-52.5%
4 2016
-20.0%
5+ 159
-40.0%

Summary: The Central West housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 54.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 52.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 20%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 40%.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
5628-50.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

6 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

22 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Central West, you could pay more than the asking price. 78.6% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 28 homes were sold or pending in Central West in December 2024, down by 50.0% month-over-month. Of the 28 sold homes, 21% were sold under asking, 0% were sold at asking, and 79% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Central West, CA

How long does it take to sell a home in Central West, CA?

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
88 Days32 Days-63.0%

Summary: Homes in Central West had an average of 32 days on market in Dec 2024, down by 63% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

23 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During December 2024, 28 homes were sold in Central West; 82% of homes were sold within 30 days, 14% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 4% of homes were sold over 90 days.

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

Report Updated 17 Days Ago

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