Is Locust, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Locust is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Locust, NC

How much do homes in Locust, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$399,950

$199/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$11,450(+2.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Locust have sold for 2.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Locust was $399,950 in September 2024, up 2.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $199.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $135K$59.5K
-55.9%
2 $272.2K$302.2K
+11.0%
3 $355K$366K
+3.1%
4 $412.9K$431.3K
+4.5%
5+ $421.6K$415K
-1.6%

Summary: Locust housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 55.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 11%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.1%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 1.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Furr Township
+7.4%
Locust
+2.9%
Stanfield
+1.3%
Midland
+1.2%

Housing Supply in Locust, NC

How many homes are available in Locust, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
5443-20.4%

Summary: The Locust real estate market had 43 homes for sale in September 2024, a 20.4% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 22
0.0%
3 2115
-28.6%
4 2316
-30.4%
5+ 79
+28.6%

Summary: The Locust 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 decreased by 28.6%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 30.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 28.6%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
168-50.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Locust, you may be able to get a good deal. 62.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 8 homes were sold or pending in Locust in September 2024, down by 50.0% month-over-month. Of the 8 sold homes, 63% were sold under asking, 25% were sold at asking, and 13% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Locust, NC

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

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
37 Days48 Days+30.4%

Summary: Homes in Locust had an average of 48 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 30.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

3 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 8 homes were sold in Locust; 38% of homes were sold within 30 days, 38% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% 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 22 Days Ago

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