Is Central Austin, TX a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Central Austin is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, Central Austin was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Central Austin, TX

How much do homes in Central Austin, TX cost?

Median Sold Price

$693,750

$506/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$45,883(+7.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Central Austin have sold for 7.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central Austin was $693,750 in October 2024, up 7.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $506.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $247.5K$245K
-1.0%
2 $415K$425K
+2.4%
3 $957.5K$874.5K
-8.7%
4 $1.8M$1.6M
-6.0%
5+ $2.4M$2.4M
0.1%

Summary: Central Austin housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.4%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 8.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 0.1%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

Central Austin
+7.1%
Bryker Woods
-18.5%

Housing Supply in Central Austin, TX

How many homes are available in Central Austin, TX?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
331352+6.3%

Summary: The Central Austin real estate market had 352 homes for sale in October 2024, a 6.3% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 3839
+2.6%
2 8392
+10.8%
3 9193
+2.2%
4 7274
+2.8%
5+ 4754
+14.9%

Summary: The Central Austin housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 2.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 14.9%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
3042+40.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

37 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Central Austin, you may be able to get a good deal. 88.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 42 homes were sold or pending in Central Austin in October 2024, up by 40.0% month-over-month. Of the 42 sold homes, 88% were sold under asking, 7% were sold at asking, and 5% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Central Austin, TX

How long does it take to sell a home in Central Austin, TX?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
77 Days76 Days-0.8%

Summary: Homes in Central Austin had an average of 76 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 0.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

18 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

16 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 42 homes were sold in Central Austin; 43% of homes were sold within 30 days, 19% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 38% 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 16 Days Ago

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