Is Hancock County, WV a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Hancock County is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Hancock County 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 Hancock County, WV

How much do homes in Hancock County, WV cost?

Median Sold Price

$142,000

$98/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$6,366(+4.7%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Hancock County have sold for 4.7% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Hancock County was $142,000 in October 2024, up 4.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $98.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $54.2K$23K
-57.6%
2 $79.9K$87K
+8.9%
3 $150K$150.4K
0.3%
4 $124K$160K
+29.0%
5+ $155K$147.5K
-4.8%

Summary: Hancock County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 57.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 8.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 29%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 4.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Brooke County
+21.3%
Jefferson County
+10.0%
Columbiana County
+8.2%
Beaver County
+5.6%
Hancock County
+4.7%

Housing Supply in Hancock County, WV

How many homes are available in Hancock County, WV?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
139150+7.9%

Summary: The Hancock County real estate market had 150 homes for sale in October 2024, a 7.9% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 22
0.0%
2 1822
+22.2%
3 8287
+6.1%
4 2929
0.0%
5+ 810
+25.0%

Summary: The Hancock County 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 22.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.1%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 25%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2522-12.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

13 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Hancock County, you may be able to get a good deal. 59.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 22 homes were sold or pending in Hancock County in October 2024, down by 12.0% month-over-month. Of the 22 sold homes, 59% were sold under asking, 14% were sold at asking, and 27% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Hancock County, WV

How long does it take to sell a home in Hancock County, WV?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
59 Days66 Days+10.5%

Summary: Homes in Hancock County had an average of 66 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 10.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

5 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

11 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Hancock County has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During October 2024, 22 homes were sold in Hancock County; 23% of homes were sold within 30 days, 50% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 27% 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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