Is Hempstead, NY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Hempstead is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, Hempstead has remained a Buyer's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Hempstead, NY

How much do homes in Hempstead, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$558,500

$345/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$57,500(+11.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Hempstead have sold for 11.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Hempstead was $558,500 in May 2024, up 11.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $345.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $195K$192K
-1.5%
2 $350K$375K
+7.1%
3 $498K$540K
+8.4%
4 $521.2K$589K
+13.0%
5+ $585K$607K
+3.8%

Summary: Hempstead housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 8.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 13%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Hempstead
+11.5%
Garden City
+8.2%

Housing Supply in Hempstead, NY

How many homes are available in Hempstead, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
148150+1.4%

Summary: The Hempstead real estate market had 150 homes for sale in May 2024, a 1.4% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 54
-20.0%
2 810
+25.0%
3 4446
+4.5%
4 6462
-3.1%
5+ 2728
+3.7%

Summary: The Hempstead housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 20%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 25%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 3.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1916-15.8%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

4 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

9 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Hempstead, you could pay more than the asking price. 56.3% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 16 homes were sold or pending in Hempstead in May 2024, down by 15.8% month-over-month. Of the 16 sold homes, 25% were sold under asking, 19% were sold at asking, and 56% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Hempstead, NY

How long does it take to sell a home in Hempstead, NY?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
67 Days59 Days-10.7%

Summary: Homes in Hempstead had an average of 59 days on market in May 2024, down by 10.7% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

8 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During May 2024, 16 homes were sold in Hempstead; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 31% 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.

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