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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Chester is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Chester is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in Chester, MD

How much do homes in Chester, MD cost?

Median Sold Price

$505,900

$270/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$25,900(+5.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Chester have sold for 5.4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Chester was $505,900 in November 2024, up 5.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $270.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $337K$273K
-19.0%
2 $452.5K$369.9K
-18.3%
3 $462K$565K
+22.3%
4 $690K$642.2K
-6.9%
5+ $850K$686.2K
-19.3%

Summary: Chester housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 19%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 18.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 22.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 6.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 19.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

Kent Island
+8.0%
Stevensville
+7.8%
Chester
+5.4%

Housing Supply in Chester, MD

How many homes are available in Chester, MD?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
5147-7.8%

Summary: The Chester real estate market had 47 homes for sale in November 2024, a 7.8% decrease compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 21
-50.0%
2 1615
-6.3%
3 1917
-10.5%
4 1314
+7.7%
5+ 10
-100.0%

Summary: The Chester housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 50%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 6.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 10.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 100%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
167-56.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

4 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Chester, you may be able to get a good deal. 57.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 7 homes were sold or pending in Chester in November 2024, down by 56.3% month-over-month. Of the 7 sold homes, 57% were sold under asking, 43% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Chester, MD

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

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
27 Days22 Days-17.0%

Summary: Homes in Chester had an average of 22 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 17% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

5 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

1 Home Was Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During November 2024, 7 homes were sold in Chester; 71% of homes were sold within 30 days, 14% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 14% 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 21 Days Ago

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