Is Benton, LA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Benton is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since April 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Benton, LA

How much do homes in Benton, LA cost?

Median Sold Price

$355,000

$162/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since April 2023

+$21,000(+6.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Benton have sold for 6.3% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Benton was $355,000 in April 2024, up 6.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $162.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
1 -$195K
N/A
2 $150.5K$80K
-46.8%
3 $271.5K$279K
+2.8%
4 $399K$400K
0.3%
5+ $565K$545.7K
-3.4%

Summary: Benton housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 46.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 0.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 3.4%.

Housing Supply in Benton, LA

How many homes are available in Benton, LA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
7994+19.0%

Summary: The Benton real estate market had 94 homes for sale in April 2024, a 19.0% increase compared to March 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 00
0.0%
3 2831
+10.7%
4 4454
+22.7%
5+ 79
+28.6%

Summary: The Benton housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 22.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 28.6%.

Number of Homes Sold

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
522+340.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

16 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Benton, you may be able to get a good deal. 72.7% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 22 homes were sold or pending in Benton in April 2024, up by 340.0% month-over-month. Of the 22 sold homes, 73% were sold under asking, 18% were sold at asking, and 9% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Benton, LA

How long does it take to sell a home in Benton, LA?

Average Sale Time

Apr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
24 Days62 Days+151.9%

Summary: Homes in Benton had an average of 62 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 151.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

6 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

12 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Benton has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During April 2024, 22 homes were sold in Benton; 27% of homes were sold within 30 days, 55% 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.

Report Updated 4 Days Ago

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