Is Kent, OH a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Kent is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Kent, OH

How much do homes in Kent, OH cost?

Median Sold Price

$241,333

$135/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

+$21,533(+9.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Kent have sold for 9.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Kent was $241,333 in December 2024, up 9.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $135.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 $83.5K$140K
+67.7%
2 $132K$151K
+14.4%
3 $210K$235K
+11.9%
4 $279.9K$300K
+7.2%
5+ $430K$390K
-9.3%

Summary: Kent housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 67.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 14.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 11.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 9.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Brimfield Township
+11.8%
Kent
+9.8%
Franklin Township
+7.5%

Housing Supply in Kent, OH

How many homes are available in Kent, OH?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
7661-19.7%

Summary: The Kent real estate market had 61 homes for sale in December 2024, a 19.7% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 96
-33.3%
3 3832
-15.8%
4 2218
-18.2%
5+ 75
-28.6%

Summary: The Kent housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 33.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 15.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 18.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 28.6%.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
2618-30.8%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

9 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: A total of 18 homes were sold or pending in Kent in December 2024, down by 30.8% month-over-month. Of the 18 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 22% were sold at asking, and 28% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Kent, OH

How long does it take to sell a home in Kent, OH?

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
26 Days43 Days+64.5%

Summary: Homes in Kent had an average of 43 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 64.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

8 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During December 2024, 18 homes were sold in Kent; 44% of homes were sold within 30 days, 44% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 11% 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 4 Days Ago

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