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 August 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

$324,279

$145/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since August 2023

+$24,923(+8.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Fayette County have sold for 8.3% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Fayette County was $324,279 in August 2024, up 8.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $145.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
1 $149K$175K
+17.4%
2 $195K$215K
+10.3%
3 $271K$293K
+8.1%
4 $395K$410.3K
+3.9%
5+ $585K$570.2K
-2.5%

Summary: Fayette County housing prices by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 17.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 8.1%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 2.5%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Jessamine County
+12.2%
Scott County
+11.3%
Fayette County
+8.3%
Clark County
+8.3%
Bourbon County
+6.7%

Housing Supply in Fayette County, KY

How many homes are available in Fayette County, KY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1,0811,031-4.6%

Summary: The Fayette County real estate market had 1,031 homes for sale in August 2024, a 4.6% decrease compared to July 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSJul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1 1819
+5.6%
2 108120
+11.1%
3 497433
-12.9%
4 339344
+1.5%
5+ 119115
-3.4%

Summary: The Fayette County housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 5.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 11.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 12.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 3.4%.

Number of Homes Sold

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
394299-24.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

145 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

90 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

64 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. 48.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 299 homes were sold or pending in Fayette County in August 2024, down by 24.1% month-over-month. Of the 299 sold homes, 48% were sold under asking, 30% were sold at asking, and 21% 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

Aug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
15 Days23 Days+54.3%

Summary: Homes in Fayette County had an average of 23 days on market in Aug 2024, up by 54.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

223 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

53 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

14 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 August 2024, 299 homes were sold in Fayette County; 75% of homes were sold within 30 days, 18% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 5% 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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