Is Fayette County, KY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Fayette County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Fayette County, KY

How much do homes in Fayette County, KY cost?

Median Sold Price

$325,038

$146/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$14,922(+4.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Fayette County have sold for 4.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Fayette County was $325,038 in October 2024, up 4.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $146.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $170K$160K
-5.9%
2 $198.4K$219.7K
+10.8%
3 $275.7K$295K
+7.0%
4 $399.7K$414.6K
+3.7%
5+ $569.5K$588.4K
+3.3%

Summary: Fayette County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 5.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Jessamine County
+10.9%
Scott County
+10.3%
Bourbon County
+5.1%
Fayette County
+4.8%
Clark County
+4.1%

Housing Supply in Fayette County, KY

How many homes are available in Fayette County, KY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1,0141,030+1.6%

Summary: The Fayette County real estate market had 1,030 homes for sale in October 2024, a 1.6% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 2023
+15.0%
2 127120
-5.5%
3 410438
+6.8%
4 344328
-4.7%
5+ 113121
+7.1%

Summary: The Fayette County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 15%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 5.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 4.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 7.1%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
286279-2.4%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

160 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

59 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

60 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Fayette County, you may be able to get a good deal. 57.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 279 homes were sold or pending in Fayette County in October 2024, down by 2.4% month-over-month. Of the 279 sold homes, 57% were sold under asking, 21% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Fayette County, KY

How long does it take to sell a home in Fayette County, KY?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
22 Days22 Days+2.5%

Summary: Homes in Fayette County had an average of 22 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 2.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

202 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

62 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 279 homes were sold in Fayette County; 72% of homes were sold within 30 days, 22% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 3% 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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