Is Hershey, PA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Hershey is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Hershey, PA

How much do homes in Hershey, PA cost?

Median Sold Price

$410,000

$199/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$29,000(+7.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Hershey have sold for 7.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Hershey was $410,000 in September 2024, up 7.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $199.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $150K-
N/A
2 $258K$293.4K
+13.7%
3 $335K$355.7K
+6.2%
4 $440K$480K
+9.1%
5+ $487.5K$602.5K
+23.6%

Summary: Hershey 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 13.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 9.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 23.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Conewago Township
+28.5%
Hershey
+7.6%
Palmyra
+5.9%
North Londonderry Township
+3.1%
Derry Township
-4.1%

Housing Supply in Hershey, PA

How many homes are available in Hershey, PA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
3437+8.8%

Summary: The Hershey real estate market had 37 homes for sale in September 2024, a 8.8% increase compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 25
+150.0%
3 1010
0.0%
4 1618
+12.5%
5+ 64
-33.3%

Summary: The Hershey 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 increased by 150%, 3 bedroom homes remained the same, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 33.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
711+57.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Hershey, you may be able to get a good deal. 45.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 11 homes were sold or pending in Hershey in September 2024, up by 57.1% month-over-month. Of the 11 sold homes, 45% were sold under asking, 18% were sold at asking, and 36% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Hershey, PA

How long does it take to sell a home in Hershey, PA?

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
6 Days13 Days+89.5%

Summary: Homes in Hershey had an average of 13 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 89.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

9 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 11 homes were sold in Hershey; 82% of homes were sold within 30 days, 18% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% 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 30 Days Ago

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