Is Cary, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Cary is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

Since last year, Cary has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Cary is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Cary, NC

How much do homes in Cary, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$601,255

$261/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$28,911(+5.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Cary have sold for 5.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Cary was $601,255 in September 2024, up 5.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $261.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $225K$222K
-1.3%
2 $341K$360K
+5.6%
3 $500K$525K
+5.0%
4 $635K$700.1K
+10.3%
5+ $925K$974K
+5.3%

Summary: Cary housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 10.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 5.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

White Oak Township
+6.3%
Cary Township
+5.2%
Cary
+5.1%
Cedar Fork Township
+3.9%
Morrisville
0.4%

Housing Supply in Cary, NC

How many homes are available in Cary, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
486446-8.2%

Summary: The Cary real estate market had 446 homes for sale in September 2024, a 8.2% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 10
-100.0%
2 4748
+2.1%
3 158152
-3.8%
4 175159
-9.1%
5+ 10587
-17.1%

Summary: The Cary housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 3.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 9.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 17.1%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
15596-38.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

45 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

28 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

23 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Cary, you may be able to get a good deal. 46.9% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 96 homes were sold or pending in Cary in September 2024, down by 38.1% month-over-month. Of the 96 sold homes, 47% were sold under asking, 29% were sold at asking, and 24% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Cary, NC

How long does it take to sell a home in Cary, NC?

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
69 Days25 Days-62.8%

Summary: Homes in Cary had an average of 25 days on market in Sep 2024, down by 62.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

65 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

28 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 96 homes were sold in Cary; 68% of homes were sold within 30 days, 29% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 3% 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 29 Days Ago

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