Is Central, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Central is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Central, WA

How much do homes in Central, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$930,000

$587/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$64,500(+7.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Central have sold for 7.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central was $930,000 in October 2024, up 7.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $587.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $380K$375K
-1.3%
2 $679K$737K
+8.5%
3 $950K$972.5K
+2.4%
4 $1.3M$1.5M
+13.6%
5+ $1.9M$1.6M
-13.4%

Summary: Central housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 8.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 13.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 13.4%.

Housing Supply in Central, WA

How many homes are available in Central, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
154188+22.1%

Summary: The Central real estate market had 188 homes for sale in October 2024, a 22.1% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 1523
+53.3%
2 4059
+47.5%
3 6569
+6.2%
4 2930
+3.4%
5+ 57
+40.0%

Summary: The Central housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 53.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 47.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 40%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2647+80.8%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

20 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

16 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

11 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Central, you may be able to get a good deal. 42.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 47 homes were sold or pending in Central in October 2024, up by 80.8% month-over-month. Of the 47 sold homes, 43% were sold under asking, 34% were sold at asking, and 23% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Central, WA

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
38 Days39 Days+4.5%

Summary: Homes in Central had an average of 39 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 4.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

27 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

11 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 47 homes were sold in Central; 57% of homes were sold within 30 days, 23% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 19% 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 17 Days Ago

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