Is Benton County, IA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Benton County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Benton County, IA

How much do homes in Benton County, IA cost?

Median Sold Price

$183,500

$111/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$3,500(+1.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Benton County have sold for 1.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Benton County was $183,500 in October 2024, up 1.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $111.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $68K$55.5K
-18.4%
2 $128.2K$144K
+12.3%
3 $175K$180K
+2.9%
4 $234.5K$217.2K
-7.4%
5+ $350K$312.5K
-10.7%

Summary: Benton County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 18.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 12.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 7.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 10.7%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Linn County
+10.0%
Benton County
+1.9%
Iowa County
-13.5%

Housing Supply in Benton County, IA

How many homes are available in Benton County, IA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
98101+3.1%

Summary: The Benton County real estate market had 101 homes for sale in October 2024, a 3.1% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 44
0.0%
2 2015
-25.0%
3 3947
+20.5%
4 2219
-13.6%
5+ 1316
+23.1%

Summary: The Benton County 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 decreased by 25%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 20.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 13.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 23.1%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2021+5.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

16 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Benton County, you may be able to get a good deal. 76.2% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 21 homes were sold or pending in Benton County in October 2024, up by 5.0% month-over-month. Of the 21 sold homes, 76% were sold under asking, 19% were sold at asking, and 5% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Benton County, IA

How long does it take to sell a home in Benton County, IA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
33 Days36 Days+10.0%

Summary: Homes in Benton County had an average of 36 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 10% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

12 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 21 homes were sold in Benton County; 57% of homes were sold within 30 days, 29% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 14% 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 17 Days Ago

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