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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing DeSoto County is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since March 2023

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

Key Takeaway

DeSoto 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 DeSoto County, FL

How much do homes in DeSoto County, FL cost?

Median Sold Price

$238,266

$185/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since March 2023

-$12,483(-5.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in DeSoto County have sold for 5% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in DeSoto County was $238,266 in March 2024, down 5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $185.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
1 $297.5K$411.5K
+38.3%
2 $198.2K$177.6K
-10.4%
3 $279K$278K
-0.4%
4 $323.5K$281K
-13.1%
5+ $408.7K$375.5K
-8.1%

Summary: DeSoto County housing prices by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 38.3%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 10.4%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 0.4%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 13.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 8.1%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Hardee County
+11.8%
Sarasota County
0.1%
Manatee County
-1.1%
Charlotte County
-4.3%
DeSoto County
-5.0%

Housing Supply in DeSoto County, FL

How many homes are available in DeSoto County, FL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
200227+13.5%

Summary: The DeSoto County real estate market had 227 homes for sale in March 2024, a 13.5% increase compared to February 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSFeb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1 2425
+4.2%
2 5861
+5.2%
3 96115
+19.8%
4 1723
+35.3%
5+ 53
-40.0%

Summary: The DeSoto County housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 4.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 19.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 35.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 40%.

Number of Homes Sold

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1936+89.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

25 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in DeSoto County, you may be able to get a good deal. 69.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 36 homes were sold or pending in DeSoto County in March 2024, up by 89.5% month-over-month. Of the 36 sold homes, 69% were sold under asking, 17% were sold at asking, and 14% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for DeSoto County, FL

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

Average Sale Time

Mar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
38 Days85 Days+123.2%

Summary: Homes in DeSoto County had an average of 85 days on market in Mar 2024, up by 123.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

14 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

10 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

12 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During March 2024, 36 homes were sold in DeSoto County; 39% of homes were sold within 30 days, 28% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 33% 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 15 Days Ago

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