$4,630 Closing Credit*
$389,900
1,333 SqFt
3 Beds
•2 Full Baths
Jon Busby, Listing Office: Miramar International
Is Bakersfield, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since Last Month
Since last month, Bakersfield has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Bakersfield is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in Bakersfield, CA
How much do homes in Bakersfield, CA cost?
Median Sold Price
$384,500
$231/sqft
Based on all homes sold in September 2024.
Difference Since Last Month
-$5,400(-1.4%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in Bakersfield have sold for 1.4% less than they did a month ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Bakersfield was $384,500 in September 2024, down 1.4% from last month, and the median price per square foot was $231.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $135K | $165K | +22.2% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $252K | $260K | +3.2% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $368.8K | $360K | -2.4% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $499K | $475K | -4.8% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $547K | $445K | -18.6% |
Summary: Bakersfield housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 22.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.2%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 2.4%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 4.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 18.6%.
Housing Supply in Bakersfield, CA
How many homes are available in Bakersfield, CA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 322 | 331 | +2.8% |
Summary: The Bakersfield real estate market had 331 homes for sale in September 2024, a 2.8% increase compared to August 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 3 | 2 | -33.3% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 48 | 48 | 0.0% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 137 | 141 | +2.9% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 102 | 107 | +4.9% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 32 | 33 | +3.1% |
Summary: The Bakersfield housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 33.3%, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.1%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 69 | 58 | -15.9% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
15 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
21 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
22 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Bakersfield, you could pay more than the asking price. 37.9% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 58 homes were sold or pending in Bakersfield in September 2024, down by 15.9% month-over-month. Of the 58 sold homes, 26% were sold under asking, 36% were sold at asking, and 38% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Bakersfield, CA
How long does it take to sell a home in Bakersfield, CA?
Average Sale Time
| Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 32 Days | 24 Days | -24.8% |
Summary: Homes in Bakersfield had an average of 24 days on market in Sep 2024, down by 24.8% compared to last month.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
42 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
14 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Bakersfield are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During September 2024, 58 homes were sold in Bakersfield; 72% of homes were sold within 30 days, 24% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 3% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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