Is Amherst County, VA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Amherst County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Amherst County, VA

How much do homes in Amherst County, VA cost?

Median Sold Price

$262,566

$164/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$16,066(+6.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Amherst County have sold for 6.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Amherst County was $262,566 in October 2024, up 6.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $164.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 -$137K
N/A
2 $155K$179.9K
+16.1%
3 $244K$261.5K
+7.2%
4 $342.4K$315K
-8.0%
5+ $298.9K$439.5K
+47.0%

Summary: Amherst County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 16.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 7.2%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 47%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Amherst County
+6.5%
Nelson County
+5.6%
Appomattox County
+3.4%
Campbell County
+0.7%

Housing Supply in Amherst County, VA

How many homes are available in Amherst County, VA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
106116+9.4%

Summary: The Amherst County real estate market had 116 homes for sale in October 2024, a 9.4% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 12
+100.0%
2 1413
-7.1%
3 5869
+19.0%
4 2724
-11.1%
5+ 68
+33.3%

Summary: The Amherst County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 7.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 19%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 11.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 33.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2022+10.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

12 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

7 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Amherst County, you may be able to get a good deal. 54.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 22 homes were sold or pending in Amherst County in October 2024, up by 10.0% month-over-month. Of the 22 sold homes, 55% were sold under asking, 32% were sold at asking, and 14% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Amherst County, VA

How long does it take to sell a home in Amherst County, VA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
22 Days47 Days+105.2%

Summary: Homes in Amherst County had an average of 47 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 105.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

12 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 22 homes were sold in Amherst County; 55% of homes were sold within 30 days, 27% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 18% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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