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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Lancaster is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Lancaster, MA

How much do homes in Lancaster, MA cost?

Median Sold Price

$559,000

$290/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$76,500(+15.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Lancaster have sold for 15.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Lancaster was $559,000 in September 2024, up 15.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $290.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 -$223K
N/A
2 $442.4K$475K
+7.4%
3 $460K$550.2K
+19.6%
4 $599.9K$700K
+16.7%
5+ $525K$632.5K
+20.5%

Summary: Lancaster housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 19.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 16.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 20.5%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Harvard
+18.2%
Lancaster
+15.9%
Bolton
+12.5%
Clinton
+6.2%

Housing Supply in Lancaster, MA

How many homes are available in Lancaster, MA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
2327+17.4%

Summary: The Lancaster real estate market had 27 homes for sale in September 2024, a 17.4% increase compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 77
0.0%
3 48
+100.0%
4 67
+16.7%
5+ 54
-20.0%

Summary: The Lancaster housing inventory by bedroom type for September 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 100%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 16.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 20%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
86-25.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

3 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Lancaster, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 6 homes were sold or pending in Lancaster in September 2024, down by 25.0% month-over-month. Of the 6 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 0% were sold at asking, and 50% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Lancaster, MA

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

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
13 Days40 Days+204.0%

Summary: Homes in Lancaster had an average of 40 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 204% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

2 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

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

Summary: During September 2024, 6 homes were sold in Lancaster; 33% of homes were sold within 30 days, 50% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 17% 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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