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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Chester County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Chester County, PA

How much do homes in Chester County, PA cost?

Median Sold Price

$516,105

$233/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$23,854(+4.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Chester County have sold for 4.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Chester County was $516,105 in October 2024, up 4.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $233.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $225K$235K
+4.4%
2 $331K$358.2K
+8.2%
3 $421.5K$447.7K
+6.2%
4 $606K$649.9K
+7.2%
5+ $885K$888K
0.3%

Summary: Chester County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 4.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 8.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 0.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Delaware County
+6.9%
New Castle County
+6.6%
Lancaster County
+6.1%
Montgomery County
+5.0%
Chester County
+4.8%

Housing Supply in Chester County, PA

How many homes are available in Chester County, PA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1,4241,440+1.1%

Summary: The Chester County real estate market had 1,440 homes for sale in October 2024, a 1.1% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 89
+12.5%
2 118137
+16.1%
3 575561
-2.4%
4 558564
+1.1%
5+ 165169
+2.4%

Summary: The Chester County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 12.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 16.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 2.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 2.4%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
384390+1.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

161 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

73 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

156 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Chester County, you may be able to get a good deal. 41.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 390 homes were sold or pending in Chester County in October 2024, up by 1.6% month-over-month. Of the 390 sold homes, 41% were sold under asking, 19% were sold at asking, and 40% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Chester County, PA

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
18 Days27 Days+46.6%

Summary: Homes in Chester County had an average of 27 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 46.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

305 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

68 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

17 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 390 homes were sold in Chester County; 78% of homes were sold within 30 days, 17% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 4% 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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