Is Merced, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Merced is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Merced, CA

How much do homes in Merced, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$398,412

$252/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

+$15,037(+3.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Merced have sold for 3.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Merced was $398,412 in December 2024, up 3.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $252.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 $155K$175K
+12.9%
2 $285K$292.5K
+2.6%
3 $356K$375K
+5.3%
4 $425K$435K
+2.4%
5+ $500K$526K
+5.2%

Summary: Merced housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 12.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 5.2%.

Housing Supply in Merced, CA

How many homes are available in Merced, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
260228-12.3%

Summary: The Merced real estate market had 228 homes for sale in December 2024, a 12.3% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 2826
-7.1%
3 119107
-10.1%
4 8369
-16.9%
5+ 2925
-13.8%

Summary: The Merced 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 7.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 10.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 16.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 13.8%.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
5152+2.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

23 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

18 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

10 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Merced, you may be able to get a good deal. 45.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 52 homes were sold or pending in Merced in December 2024, up by 2.0% month-over-month. Of the 51 sold homes, 45% were sold under asking, 35% were sold at asking, and 20% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Merced, CA

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

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
43 Days69 Days+58.5%

Summary: Homes in Merced had an average of 69 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 58.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

25 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

14 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

13 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During December 2024, 52 homes were sold in Merced; 48% of homes were sold within 30 days, 27% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% 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 4 Days Ago

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