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 November 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

$395,000

$251/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$16,000(+4.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Merced have sold for 4.2% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Merced was $395,000 in November 2024, up 4.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $251.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $155K$165K
+6.5%
2 $286.8K$295K
+2.8%
3 $356.7K$372.5K
+4.4%
4 $425K$435K
+2.4%
5+ $500K$520K
+4.0%

Summary: Merced housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 6.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 4%.

Housing Supply in Merced, CA

How many homes are available in Merced, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
285263-7.7%

Summary: The Merced real estate market had 263 homes for sale in November 2024, a 7.7% decrease compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 20
-100.0%
2 2926
-10.3%
3 137123
-10.2%
4 9185
-6.6%
5+ 2629
+11.5%

Summary: The Merced housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 10.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 10.2%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 6.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
6051-15.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

24 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

9 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

17 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. 48% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 51 homes were sold or pending in Merced in November 2024, down by 15.0% month-over-month. Of the 50 sold homes, 48% were sold under asking, 18% were sold at asking, and 34% 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

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
39 Days63 Days+59.7%

Summary: Homes in Merced had an average of 63 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 59.7% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

26 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

17 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

8 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 November 2024, 51 homes were sold in Merced; 51% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 16% 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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