Is Winston-Salem, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Winston-Salem is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, Winston-Salem has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Winston-Salem, NC

How much do homes in Winston-Salem, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$269,318

$162/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$8,863(+3.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Winston-Salem have sold for 3.4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Winston-Salem was $269,318 in October 2024, up 3.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $162.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $137.4K$199K
+44.8%
2 $167.5K$180K
+7.4%
3 $259.9K$264.9K
+1.9%
4 $360.5K$377.8K
+4.8%
5+ $482.5K$600K
+24.4%

Summary: Winston-Salem housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 44.8%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 24.4%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Winston-Salem
+3.4%
Winston Township
+3.4%
Broadbay Township
0.0%
South Fork Township
-4.4%
Middle Fork II Township
-7.2%

Housing Supply in Winston-Salem, NC

How many homes are available in Winston-Salem, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
897968+7.9%

Summary: The Winston-Salem real estate market had 968 homes for sale in October 2024, a 7.9% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 1212
0.0%
2 164189
+15.2%
3 450487
+8.2%
4 224220
-1.8%
5+ 4760
+27.7%

Summary: The Winston-Salem 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 increased by 15.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 8.2%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 27.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2202210.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

118 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

50 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

52 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Winston-Salem, you may be able to get a good deal. 53.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 221 homes were sold or pending in Winston-Salem in October 2024, up by 0.5% month-over-month. Of the 220 sold homes, 54% were sold under asking, 23% were sold at asking, and 24% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Winston-Salem, NC

How long does it take to sell a home in Winston-Salem, NC?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
21 Days34 Days+63.1%

Summary: Homes in Winston-Salem had an average of 34 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 63.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

151 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

48 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

22 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 221 homes were sold in Winston-Salem; 68% of homes were sold within 30 days, 22% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 10% 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 17 Days Ago

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