Is Laurel County, KY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Laurel County is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since March 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Laurel 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 Laurel County, KY

How much do homes in Laurel County, KY cost?

Median Sold Price

$210,000

$114/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since March 2023

+$9,720(+4.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Laurel County have sold for 4.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Laurel County was $210,000 in March 2024, up 4.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $114.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
1 $80.9K$194K
+139.7%
2 $129.9K$144.5K
+11.2%
3 $195K$209K
+7.2%
4 $295K$273.9K
-7.1%
5+ $393.5K$327.5K
-16.8%

Summary: Laurel County housing prices by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 139.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 11.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 7.2%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 7.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 16.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Whitley County
+7.0%
Knox County
+6.9%
Pulaski County
+6.7%
Laurel County
+4.9%

Housing Supply in Laurel County, KY

How many homes are available in Laurel County, KY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
144164+13.9%

Summary: The Laurel County real estate market had 164 homes for sale in March 2024, a 13.9% increase compared to February 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSFeb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1 13
+200.0%
2 1414
0.0%
3 91102
+12.1%
4 3034
+13.3%
5+ 811
+37.5%

Summary: The Laurel County housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 200%, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 12.1%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 13.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 37.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
2127+28.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

15 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Laurel County, you may be able to get a good deal. 55.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 27 homes were sold or pending in Laurel County in March 2024, up by 28.6% month-over-month. Of the 27 sold homes, 56% were sold under asking, 22% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Laurel County, KY

How long does it take to sell a home in Laurel County, KY?

Average Sale Time

Mar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
63 Days36 Days-43.2%

Summary: Homes in Laurel County had an average of 36 days on market in Mar 2024, down by 43.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

16 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

7 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During March 2024, 27 homes were sold in Laurel County; 59% of homes were sold within 30 days, 26% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 11% 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 25 Days Ago

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