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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Laurel County is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Laurel County, KY

How much do homes in Laurel County, KY cost?

Median Sold Price

$220,016

$118/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$14,766(+7.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Laurel County have sold for 7.2% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Laurel County was $220,016 in October 2024, up 7.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $118.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $142.8K$135K
-5.5%
2 $130K$135K
+3.8%
3 $200K$222.2K
+11.1%
4 $256K$278K
+8.6%
5+ $320K$390K
+21.9%

Summary: Laurel County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 5.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 11.1%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 8.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 21.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Laurel County
+7.2%
Pulaski County
+5.9%
Whitley County
+1.4%

Housing Supply in Laurel County, KY

How many homes are available in Laurel County, KY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
171179+4.7%

Summary: The Laurel County real estate market had 179 homes for sale in October 2024, a 4.7% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 13
+200.0%
2 1814
-22.2%
3 104108
+3.8%
4 3437
+8.8%
5+ 1417
+21.4%

Summary: The Laurel County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 200%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 22.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 8.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 21.4%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2924-17.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

17 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Laurel County, you may be able to get a good deal. 70.8% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 24 homes were sold or pending in Laurel County in October 2024, down by 17.2% month-over-month. Of the 24 sold homes, 71% were sold under asking, 13% were sold at asking, and 17% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Laurel County, KY

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
47 Days55 Days+16.8%

Summary: Homes in Laurel County had an average of 55 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 16.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

10 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 24 homes were sold in Laurel County; 42% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% 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 13 Days Ago

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