Is Cumberland County, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Cumberland County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since August 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Cumberland County, NC

How much do homes in Cumberland County, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$240,138

$147/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since August 2023

+$8,736(+3.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Cumberland County have sold for 3.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Cumberland County was $240,138 in August 2024, up 3.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $147.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
1 $76.5K$78K
+2.0%
2 $121.5K$129.9K
+7.0%
3 $201.7K$219.1K
+8.6%
4 $315.4K$324K
+2.7%
5+ $398.7K$418.1K
+4.9%

Summary: Cumberland County housing prices by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 8.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 4.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Moore County
+6.0%
Harnett County
+4.1%
Cumberland County
+3.8%
Sampson County
+2.7%
Hoke County
+2.5%

Housing Supply in Cumberland County, NC

How many homes are available in Cumberland County, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1,7241,648-4.4%

Summary: The Cumberland County real estate market had 1,648 homes for sale in August 2024, a 4.4% decrease compared to July 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSJul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1 87
-12.5%
2 128110
-14.1%
3 939909
-3.2%
4 528501
-5.1%
5+ 121121
0.0%

Summary: The Cumberland County housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 12.5%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 14.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 3.2%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 5.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
444385-13.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

178 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

134 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

73 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Cumberland County, you may be able to get a good deal. 46.2% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 385 homes were sold or pending in Cumberland County in August 2024, down by 13.3% month-over-month. Of the 385 sold homes, 46% were sold under asking, 35% were sold at asking, and 19% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Cumberland County, NC

How long does it take to sell a home in Cumberland County, NC?

Average Sale Time

Aug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
55 Days34 Days-37.3%

Summary: Homes in Cumberland County had an average of 34 days on market in Aug 2024, down by 37.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

256 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

96 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

33 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During August 2024, 385 homes were sold in Cumberland County; 66% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 9% 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 10 Days Ago

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