Is Chester, PA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Chester is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since Last Month

Since last month, Chester has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Chester, PA

How much do homes in Chester, PA cost?

Median Sold Price

$149,500

$119/sqft

Based on all homes sold in November 2024.

Difference Since Last Month

+$60,500(+68.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Chester have sold for 68% more than they did a month ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Chester was $149,500 in November 2024, up 68% from last month, and the median price per square foot was $119.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 --
N/A
2 $77K$115K
+49.4%
3 $85K$145K
+70.6%
4 $160.5K$190K
+18.4%
5+ --
N/A

Summary: Chester housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 49.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 70.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 18.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Housing Supply in Chester, PA

How many homes are available in Chester, PA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
7083+18.6%

Summary: The Chester real estate market had 83 homes for sale in November 2024, a 18.6% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 33
0.0%
2 46
+50.0%
3 4556
+24.4%
4 1616
0.0%
5+ 22
0.0%

Summary: The Chester housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 24.4%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1618+12.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

11 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Chester, you may be able to get a good deal. 61.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 18 homes were sold or pending in Chester in November 2024, up by 12.5% month-over-month. Of the 18 sold homes, 61% were sold under asking, 17% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Chester, PA

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
31 Days42 Days+36.1%

Summary: Homes in Chester had an average of 42 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 36.1% compared to last month.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

9 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During November 2024, 18 homes were sold in Chester; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 44% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 6% 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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