Is Lakeland, FL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Lakeland is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Lakeland 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 Lakeland, FL

How much do homes in Lakeland, FL cost?

Median Sold Price

$315,480

$194/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$1,605(+0.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Lakeland have sold for 0.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Lakeland was $315,480 in September 2024, up 0.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $194.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $128.7K$124.4K
-3.3%
2 $221.5K$219.9K
-0.7%
3 $299.9K$304.7K
+1.6%
4 $390.7K$384.6K
-1.6%
5+ $430K$485K
+12.8%

Summary: Lakeland housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 3.3%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 0.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.6%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 12.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Plant City
+5.0%
Lakeland
0.5%
Polk City
-0.2%

Housing Supply in Lakeland, FL

How many homes are available in Lakeland, FL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1,3211,314-0.5%

Summary: The Lakeland real estate market had 1,314 homes for sale in September 2024, a 0.5% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 910
+11.1%
2 211216
+2.4%
3 621650
+4.7%
4 391351
-10.2%
5+ 8987
-2.2%

Summary: The Lakeland housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 11.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 10.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 2.2%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
244191-21.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

106 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

61 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

24 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Lakeland, you may be able to get a good deal. 55.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 191 homes were sold or pending in Lakeland in September 2024, down by 21.7% month-over-month. Of the 191 sold homes, 55% were sold under asking, 32% were sold at asking, and 13% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Lakeland, FL

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

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
30 Days52 Days+68.7%

Summary: Homes in Lakeland had an average of 52 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 68.7% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

98 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

55 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

38 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 191 homes were sold in Lakeland; 51% of homes were sold within 30 days, 29% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 20% 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 12 Days Ago

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