Is Ipswich, MA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Ipswich is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Ipswich, MA

How much do homes in Ipswich, MA cost?

Median Sold Price

$715,000

$379/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

-$31,750(-4.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Ipswich have sold for 4.3% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Ipswich was $715,000 in September 2024, down 4.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $379.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $315K$340K
+7.9%
2 $566K$540K
-4.6%
3 $767.5K$708K
-7.8%
4 $920K$1.1M
+27.7%
5+ $1.1M$1.1M
-0.9%

Summary: Ipswich housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 7.9%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 4.6%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 7.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 27.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 0.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

South Hamilton
+27.6%
Hamilton
+27.2%
Essex
0.0%
Ipswich
-4.3%

Housing Supply in Ipswich, MA

How many homes are available in Ipswich, MA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
4847-2.1%

Summary: The Ipswich real estate market had 47 homes for sale in September 2024, a 2.1% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 02
+100.0%
2 86
-25.0%
3 2121
0.0%
4 119
-18.2%
5+ 89
+12.5%

Summary: The Ipswich housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 25%, 3 bedroom homes remained the same, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 18.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 12.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1513-13.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

7 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Ipswich, you could pay more than the asking price. 53.8% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 13 homes were sold or pending in Ipswich in September 2024, down by 13.3% month-over-month. Of the 13 sold homes, 38% were sold under asking, 8% were sold at asking, and 54% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Ipswich, MA

How long does it take to sell a home in Ipswich, MA?

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
12 Days33 Days+166.6%

Summary: Homes in Ipswich had an average of 33 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 166.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

9 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 13 homes were sold in Ipswich; 69% of homes were sold within 30 days, 23% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 8% 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 6 Days Ago

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