Is Salem, VA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Salem is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Salem 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 Salem, VA

How much do homes in Salem, VA cost?

Median Sold Price

$341,675

$179/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$41,675(+13.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Salem have sold for 13.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Salem was $341,675 in October 2024, up 13.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $179.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $144.7K$175K
+20.9%
2 $187.5K$210K
+12.0%
3 $279.9K$300K
+7.2%
4 $396.9K$425K
+7.1%
5+ $530K$537.7K
+1.5%

Summary: Salem housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 20.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 12%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 7.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 1.5%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Salem
+13.9%
West Fairfax
+9.1%
Robertson
-11.3%

Housing Supply in Salem, VA

How many homes are available in Salem, VA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
181216+19.3%

Summary: The Salem real estate market had 216 homes for sale in October 2024, a 19.3% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 1726
+52.9%
3 7380
+9.6%
4 7390
+23.3%
5+ 1820
+11.1%

Summary: The Salem 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 52.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 9.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 23.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11.1%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
5235-32.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

18 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

11 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Salem, you may be able to get a good deal. 51.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 35 homes were sold or pending in Salem in October 2024, down by 32.7% month-over-month. Of the 35 sold homes, 51% were sold under asking, 17% were sold at asking, and 31% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Salem, VA

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
21 Days42 Days+94.2%

Summary: Homes in Salem had an average of 42 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 94.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

4 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

1 Home Was Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 35 homes were sold in Salem; 11% of homes were sold within 30 days, 3% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 3% 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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