Is East Kern, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing East Kern is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, East Kern was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

East Kern is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in East Kern, CA

How much do homes in East Kern, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$325,600

$205/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$20,600(+6.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in East Kern have sold for 6.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in East Kern was $325,600 in October 2024, up 6.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $205.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $165K$105K
-36.4%
2 $229.9K$224.9K
-2.2%
3 $285K$300K
+5.3%
4 $380K$397.5K
+4.6%
5+ $434.9K$494K
+13.6%

Summary: East Kern housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 36.4%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 2.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 13.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Mojave
+14.9%
East Kern
+6.8%
California City
+4.4%

Housing Supply in East Kern, CA

How many homes are available in East Kern, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
154172+11.7%

Summary: The East Kern real estate market had 172 homes for sale in October 2024, a 11.7% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 1010
0.0%
3 8089
+11.3%
4 5260
+15.4%
5+ 1213
+8.3%

Summary: The East Kern housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 11.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 15.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 8.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
3022-26.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

11 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

7 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in East Kern, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 22 homes were sold or pending in East Kern in October 2024, down by 26.7% month-over-month. Of the 22 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 32% were sold at asking, and 18% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for East Kern, CA

How long does it take to sell a home in East Kern, CA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
43 Days60 Days+38.2%

Summary: Homes in East Kern had an average of 60 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 38.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

12 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 22 homes were sold in East Kern; 55% of homes were sold within 30 days, 27% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 18% 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 20 Days Ago

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