Is Center City, PA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Center City is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

At the same time last year, Center City was a Neutral Market.

Key Takeaway

Center City is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Center City, PA

How much do homes in Center City, PA cost?

Median Sold Price

$489,450

$410/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$10,078(+2.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Center City have sold for 2.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Center City was $489,450 in November 2024, up 2.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $410.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $291K$282K
-3.1%
2 $500K$500K
0.0%
3 $851.5K$862.5K
+1.3%
4 $1.4M$1.3M
-6.6%
5+ $1.7M$1.9M
+15.2%

Summary: Center City housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 3.1%, 2 bedroom homes did not change, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 6.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 15.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

Washington Square West
+2.7%
Center City
+2.1%

Housing Supply in Center City, PA

How many homes are available in Center City, PA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
544550+1.1%

Summary: The Center City real estate market had 550 homes for sale in November 2024, a 1.1% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 161158
-1.9%
2 182183
0.5%
3 106110
+3.8%
4 6572
+10.8%
5+ 3027
-10.0%

Summary: The Center City housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 0.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 10.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 10%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
6555-15.4%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

41 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

9 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Center City, you may be able to get a good deal. 74.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 55 homes were sold or pending in Center City in November 2024, down by 15.4% month-over-month. Of the 55 sold homes, 75% were sold under asking, 9% were sold at asking, and 16% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Center City, PA

How long does it take to sell a home in Center City, PA?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
76 Days71 Days-6.6%

Summary: Homes in Center City had an average of 71 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 6.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

22 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

18 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

15 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During November 2024, 55 homes were sold in Center City; 40% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 27% 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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