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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Lawrence is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Lawrence, MA

How much do homes in Lawrence, MA cost?

Median Sold Price

$540,000

$288/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$56,500(+11.7%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Lawrence have sold for 11.7% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Lawrence was $540,000 in September 2024, up 11.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $288.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $180K$190K
+5.6%
2 $295K$275K
-6.8%
3 $450K$480K
+6.7%
4 $479K$497.5K
+3.9%
5+ $675K$740K
+9.6%

Summary: Lawrence housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 5.6%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 6.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Lawrence
+11.7%
Methuen Town
+7.2%
Methuen
+7.2%
North Andover
+4.0%
Andover
+3.7%

Housing Supply in Lawrence, MA

How many homes are available in Lawrence, MA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
9184-7.7%

Summary: The Lawrence real estate market had 84 homes for sale in September 2024, a 7.7% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 12
+100.0%
2 1715
-11.8%
3 2929
0.0%
4 1512
-20.0%
5+ 2926
-10.3%

Summary: The Lawrence 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 11.8%, 3 bedroom homes remained the same, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 20%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 10.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
2924-17.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

16 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Lawrence, you could pay more than the asking price. 66.7% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 24 homes were sold or pending in Lawrence in September 2024, down by 17.2% month-over-month. Of the 24 sold homes, 21% were sold under asking, 13% were sold at asking, and 67% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Lawrence, MA

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

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
17 Days23 Days+35.3%

Summary: Homes in Lawrence had an average of 23 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 35.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

16 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 24 homes were sold in Lawrence; 67% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 4% 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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