Is South Philadelphia, PA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing South Philadelphia is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, South Philadelphia was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

South Philadelphia is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in South Philadelphia, PA

How much do homes in South Philadelphia, PA cost?

Median Sold Price

$349,975

$260/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$7,770(+2.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in South Philadelphia have sold for 2.3% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in South Philadelphia was $349,975 in October 2024, up 2.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $260.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $302.5K$310K
+2.5%
2 $294.3K$303.1K
+3.0%
3 $339.6K$339.6K
0%
4 $535K$572.5K
+7.0%
5+ $475K$500K
+5.3%

Summary: South Philadelphia housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 2.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3%, 3 bedroom homes did not change, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 5.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

South Philadelphia
+2.3%
East Oregon
-1.6%
Marconi Plaza
-2.5%
Whitman
-7.3%

Housing Supply in South Philadelphia, PA

How many homes are available in South Philadelphia, PA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1,0221,162+13.7%

Summary: The South Philadelphia real estate market had 1,162 homes for sale in October 2024, a 13.7% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 2323
0.0%
2 275308
+12.0%
3 538616
+14.5%
4 153172
+12.4%
5+ 3343
+30.3%

Summary: The South Philadelphia 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 12%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 14.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 30.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
139167+20.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

111 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

22 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

34 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in South Philadelphia, you may be able to get a good deal. 66.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 167 homes were sold or pending in South Philadelphia in October 2024, up by 20.1% month-over-month. Of the 167 sold homes, 66% were sold under asking, 13% were sold at asking, and 20% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for South Philadelphia, PA

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
46 Days61 Days+34.6%

Summary: Homes in South Philadelphia had an average of 61 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 34.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

87 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

43 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

37 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 167 homes were sold in South Philadelphia; 52% of homes were sold within 30 days, 26% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 22% 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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