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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Locust is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Locust 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 Locust, NC

How much do homes in Locust, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$403,365

$201/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$14,865(+3.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Locust have sold for 3.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Locust was $403,365 in October 2024, up 3.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $201.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $135K$59.5K
-55.9%
2 $275.5K$302.2K
+9.7%
3 $356.8K$373K
+4.5%
4 $411.4K$432.8K
+5.2%
5+ $417K$416.3K
-0.2%

Summary: Locust housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 55.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 9.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 0.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Stanfield
+11.0%
Furr Township
+7.9%
Locust
+3.8%
Midland
-2.8%

Housing Supply in Locust, NC

How many homes are available in Locust, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
4039-2.5%

Summary: The Locust real estate market had 39 homes for sale in October 2024, a 2.5% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 22
0.0%
3 1615
-6.3%
4 1517
+13.3%
5+ 64
-33.3%

Summary: The Locust housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 6.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 13.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 33.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
96-33.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

4 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Locust, you may be able to get a good deal. 66.7% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 6 homes were sold or pending in Locust in October 2024, down by 33.3% month-over-month. Of the 6 sold homes, 67% were sold under asking, 17% were sold at asking, and 17% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Locust, NC

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
31 Days44 Days+39.8%

Summary: Homes in Locust had an average of 44 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 39.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

2 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 6 homes were sold in Locust; 33% of homes were sold within 30 days, 50% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 17% 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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