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 May 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

$898,000

$598/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

-$2,000(-0.2%)

Key Takeaway

The sold price of homes in Central has remained the same since last year.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central was $898,000 in May 2024, down 0.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $598.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $374.5K$394K
+5.2%
2 $700K$699.9K
0%
3 $942.5K$975K
+3.4%
4 $1.4M$1.4M
-1.5%
5+ $1.8M$1.5M
-14.4%

Summary: Central housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 5.2%, 2 bedroom homes did not change, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.4%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 14.4%.

Housing Supply in Central, WA

How many homes are available in Central, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
146183+25.3%

Summary: The Central real estate market had 183 homes for sale in May 2024, a 25.3% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 1516
+6.7%
2 4152
+26.8%
3 5268
+30.8%
4 2630
+15.4%
5+ 1217
+41.7%

Summary: The Central housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 6.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 26.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 30.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 15.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 41.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
4741-12.8%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

15 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

15 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. 36.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 41 homes were sold or pending in Central in May 2024, down by 12.8% month-over-month. Of the 41 sold homes, 37% were sold under asking, 37% were sold at asking, and 27% 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

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
26 Days29 Days+10.1%

Summary: Homes in Central had an average of 29 days on market in May 2024, up by 10.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

30 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 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 May 2024, 41 homes were sold in Central; 73% of homes were sold within 30 days, 20% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 7% 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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