Is South Berkeley, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing South Berkeley is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in South Berkeley, CA

How much do homes in South Berkeley, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$1,200,000

$882/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$170,000(+16.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in South Berkeley have sold for 16.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in South Berkeley was $1,200,000 in September 2024, up 16.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $882.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $565K$800K
+41.6%
2 $930K$1.1M
+23.7%
3 $1.2M$1.2M
+3.3%
4 $1.5M$1.5M
+1.9%
5+ $1.4M$1.0M
-24.9%

Summary: South Berkeley housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 41.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 23.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 24.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

South Berkeley
+16.5%
Brushrod
-17.0%

Housing Supply in South Berkeley, CA

How many homes are available in South Berkeley, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1820+11.1%

Summary: The South Berkeley real estate market had 20 homes for sale in September 2024, a 11.1% increase compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 12
+100.0%
2 46
+50.0%
3 86
-25.0%
4 44
0.0%
5+ 12
+100.0%

Summary: The South Berkeley housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 25%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 100%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
35+66.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

2 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: A total of 5 homes were sold or pending in South Berkeley in September 2024, up by 66.7% month-over-month. Of the 4 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 0% were sold at asking, and 50% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for South Berkeley, CA

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

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
5 Days40 Days+638.2%

Summary: Homes in South Berkeley had an average of 40 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 638.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

2 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in South Berkeley has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During September 2024, 5 homes were sold in South Berkeley; 40% of homes were sold within 30 days, 60% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% 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 26 Days Ago

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