Is Alachua County, FL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Alachua County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since August 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Alachua County, FL

How much do homes in Alachua County, FL cost?

Median Sold Price

$322,564

$195/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since August 2023

+$7,928(+2.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Alachua County have sold for 2.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Alachua County was $322,564 in August 2024, up 2.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $195.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
1 $129.5K$127.7K
-1.4%
2 $185K$189.4K
+2.4%
3 $305.9K$303.8K
-0.7%
4 $419.2K$420K
0.2%
5+ $511.5K$530.5K
+3.7%

Summary: Alachua County housing prices by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.4%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 0.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 0.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.7%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Gilchrist County
+8.0%
Bradford County
+6.2%
Union County
+4.6%
Alachua County
+2.5%
Marion County
+2.4%

Housing Supply in Alachua County, FL

How many homes are available in Alachua County, FL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1,6171,519-6.1%

Summary: The Alachua County real estate market had 1,519 homes for sale in August 2024, a 6.1% decrease compared to July 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSJul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1 4344
+2.3%
2 296263
-11.1%
3 684667
-2.5%
4 480445
-7.3%
5+ 114100
-12.3%

Summary: The Alachua County housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 2.3%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 11.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 2.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 7.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 12.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
318264-17.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

175 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

60 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

29 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Alachua County, you may be able to get a good deal. 66.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 264 homes were sold or pending in Alachua County in August 2024, down by 17.0% month-over-month. Of the 264 sold homes, 66% were sold under asking, 23% were sold at asking, and 11% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Alachua County, FL

How long does it take to sell a home in Alachua County, FL?

Average Sale Time

Aug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
38 Days50 Days+33.1%

Summary: Homes in Alachua County had an average of 50 days on market in Aug 2024, up by 33.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

130 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

86 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

48 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During August 2024, 264 homes were sold in Alachua County; 49% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 18% 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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