Is Portland, OR a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since April 2023
Since last year, Portland has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Portland is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in Portland, OR
How much do homes in Portland, OR cost?
Median Sold Price
$537,475
$315/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since April 2023
Key Takeaway
The sold price of homes in Portland has remained the same since last year.
Summary: The median home sold price in Portland was $537,475 in April 2024, up 0.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $315.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2023 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $312.4K | $291.5K | -6.7% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $420K | $409.4K | -2.5% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $529.9K | $528.3K | -0.3% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $699.8K | $712K | +1.7% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $855K | $886.5K | +3.7% |
Summary: Portland housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 6.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 2.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 0.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.7%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| Portland | $535.6K | $537.4K | 0.3% |
| Milwaukie | $490K | $490.2K | 0.1% |
| Portland West | $625.1K | $625K | 0% |
| Beaverton | $538.2K | $533.3K | -0.9% |
| Portland East | $510.8K | $494.3K | -3.2% |
Housing Supply in Portland, OR
How many homes are available in Portland, OR?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 3,097 | 3,695 | +19.3% |
Summary: The Portland real estate market had 3,695 homes for sale in April 2024, a 19.3% increase compared to March 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 287 | 309 | +7.7% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 838 | 980 | +16.9% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 998 | 1,204 | +20.6% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 645 | 821 | +27.3% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 329 | 381 | +15.8% |
Summary: The Portland housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 7.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 16.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 20.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 27.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 15.8%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 682 | 774 | +13.5% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
270 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
166 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
338 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Portland, you could pay more than the asking price. 43.7% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 774 homes were sold or pending in Portland in April 2024, up by 13.5% month-over-month. Of the 774 sold homes, 35% were sold under asking, 21% were sold at asking, and 44% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Portland, OR
How long does it take to sell a home in Portland, OR?
Average Sale Time
| Apr 2023 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 33 Days | 36 Days | +11.0% |
Summary: Homes in Portland had an average of 36 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 11% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
540 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
140 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
94 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Portland are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During April 2024, 774 homes were sold in Portland; 70% of homes were sold within 30 days, 18% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 12% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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