Is Central, VA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Central is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since August 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Central, VA

How much do homes in Central, VA cost?

Median Sold Price

$535,000

$247/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since August 2023

+$35,500(+7.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Central have sold for 7.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central was $535,000 in August 2024, up 7.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $247.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
1 $149.5K$194.5K
+30.1%
2 $240K$294.2K
+22.6%
3 $539K$519K
-3.7%
4 $605K$665K
+9.9%
5+ $1.0M$880K
-12.0%

Summary: Central housing prices by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 30.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 22.6%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 3.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 9.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 12%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Central
+7.1%
North
+5.1%
Nellysford
-2.3%

Housing Supply in Central, VA

How many homes are available in Central, VA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
7978-1.3%

Summary: The Central real estate market had 78 homes for sale in August 2024, a 1.3% decrease compared to July 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSJul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1 66
0.0%
2 710
+42.9%
3 2122
+4.8%
4 3024
-20.0%
5+ 1516
+6.7%

Summary: The Central housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 42.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 20%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 6.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1514-6.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

10 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 Central, you may be able to get a good deal. 76.9% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 14 homes were sold or pending in Central in August 2024, down by 6.7% month-over-month. Of the 13 sold homes, 77% were sold under asking, 15% were sold at asking, and 8% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Central, VA

How long does it take to sell a home in Central, VA?

Average Sale Time

Aug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
40 Days52 Days+27.8%

Summary: Homes in Central had an average of 52 days on market in Aug 2024, up by 27.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

6 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During August 2024, 14 homes were sold in Central; 43% of homes were sold within 30 days, 36% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 21% 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 19 Days Ago

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