Is Athens, TN a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Athens is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, Athens was a Buyer's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Athens, TN

How much do homes in Athens, TN cost?

Median Sold Price

$270,000

$166/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$10,000(+3.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Athens have sold for 3.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Athens was $270,000 in October 2024, up 3.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $166.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $37.5K$179K
+377.3%
2 $189.9K$199.9K
+5.3%
3 $246.3K$275K
+11.6%
4 $301.3K$345K
+14.5%
5+ $310K$333.8K
+7.7%

Summary: Athens housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 377.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 11.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 14.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 7.7%.

Housing Supply in Athens, TN

How many homes are available in Athens, TN?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
133118-11.3%

Summary: The Athens real estate market had 118 homes for sale in October 2024, a 11.3% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 1916
-15.8%
3 7066
-5.7%
4 4131
-24.4%
5+ 35
+66.7%

Summary: The Athens 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 decreased by 15.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 5.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 24.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 66.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2920-31.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

13 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 Athens, you may be able to get a good deal. 65% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 20 homes were sold or pending in Athens in October 2024, down by 31.0% month-over-month. Of the 20 sold homes, 65% were sold under asking, 15% were sold at asking, and 20% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Athens, TN

How long does it take to sell a home in Athens, TN?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
20 Days40 Days+95.6%

Summary: Homes in Athens had an average of 40 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 95.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

10 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 20 homes were sold in Athens; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 30% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 5% 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 14 Days Ago

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