Is Alachua County, FL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Alachua County is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, Alachua County was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Alachua County, FL

How much do homes in Alachua County, FL cost?

Median Sold Price

$324,730

$195/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$9,498(+3.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Alachua County have sold for 3% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Alachua County was $324,730 in October 2024, up 3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $195.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $130K$127.5K
-1.9%
2 $185.7K$187.3K
+0.9%
3 $306.2K$307.6K
0.5%
4 $415.2K$423.8K
+2.1%
5+ $500K$548.3K
+9.7%

Summary: Alachua County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 0.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.7%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Union County
+20.0%
Gilchrist County
+10.0%
Bradford County
+6.4%
Alachua County
+3.0%
Marion County
+2.3%

Housing Supply in Alachua County, FL

How many homes are available in Alachua County, FL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1,5011,486-1.0%

Summary: The Alachua County real estate market had 1,486 homes for sale in October 2024, a 1.0% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 4550
+11.1%
2 266277
+4.1%
3 638643
+0.8%
4 461428
-7.2%
5+ 9188
-3.3%

Summary: The Alachua County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 11.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 7.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 3.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
205204-0.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

137 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

48 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

19 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Alachua County, you may be able to get a good deal. 67.2% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 204 homes were sold or pending in Alachua County in October 2024, down by 0.5% month-over-month. Of the 204 sold homes, 67% were sold under asking, 24% were sold at asking, and 9% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Alachua County, FL

How long does it take to sell a home in Alachua County, FL?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
43 Days62 Days+44.1%

Summary: Homes in Alachua County had an average of 62 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 44.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

87 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

57 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

60 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 204 homes were sold in Alachua County; 43% of homes were sold within 30 days, 28% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 29% 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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