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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Russell County is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Russell County, KY

How much do homes in Russell County, KY cost?

Median Sold Price

$214,000

$178/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$1,500(+0.7%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Russell County have sold for 0.7% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Russell County was $214,000 in October 2024, up 0.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $178.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $120K$120K
0.0%
2 $104.5K$120K
+14.8%
3 $200.7K$186.4K
-7.1%
4 $409.4K$276.2K
-32.5%
5+ $449.9K$432.5K
-3.9%

Summary: Russell County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 14.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 7.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 32.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 3.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Wayne County
+9.1%
Russell County
+0.7%

Housing Supply in Russell County, KY

How many homes are available in Russell County, KY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
7176+7.0%

Summary: The Russell County real estate market had 76 homes for sale in October 2024, a 7.0% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 78
+14.3%
2 88
0.0%
3 3231
-3.1%
4 1316
+23.1%
5+ 1113
+18.2%

Summary: The Russell County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 14.3%, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 3.1%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 23.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 18.2%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
86-25.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Russell County, you may be able to get a good deal. 83.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 6 homes were sold or pending in Russell County in October 2024, down by 25.0% month-over-month. Of the 6 sold homes, 83% were sold under asking, 0% were sold at asking, and 17% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Russell County, KY

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
32 Days55 Days+71.1%

Summary: Homes in Russell County had an average of 55 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 71.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

4 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 6 homes were sold in Russell County; 67% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 33% 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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