Is Central, MD a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Central is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Central, MD

How much do homes in Central, MD cost?

Median Sold Price

$284,701

$193/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$19,701(+7.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Central have sold for 7.4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central was $284,701 in October 2024, up 7.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $193.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $177.9K$155K
-12.9%
2 $254K$320K
+26.0%
3 $324.4K$265K
-18.3%
4 $289K$364.9K
+26.3%
5+ $452.5K$496K
+9.6%

Summary: Central housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 12.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 26%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 18.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 26.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.6%.

Housing Supply in Central, MD

How many homes are available in Central, MD?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
198203+2.5%

Summary: The Central real estate market had 203 homes for sale in October 2024, a 2.5% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 2936
+24.1%
2 6062
+3.3%
3 5046
-8.0%
4 3536
+2.9%
5+ 2423
-4.2%

Summary: The Central housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 24.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 4.2%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
26260.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

13 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

12 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Central, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 26 homes were sold or pending in Central in October 2024, the same as the previous month. Of the 26 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 46% were sold at asking, and 4% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Central, MD

How long does it take to sell a home in Central, MD?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
44 Days52 Days+18.6%

Summary: Homes in Central had an average of 52 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 18.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

10 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

12 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Central has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During October 2024, 26 homes were sold in Central; 38% of homes were sold within 30 days, 46% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 15% 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 16 Days Ago

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