Is Elma, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Elma is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

At the same time last year, Elma was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Elma is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Elma, WA

How much do homes in Elma, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$390,000

$254/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$20,000(+5.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Elma have sold for 5.4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Elma was $390,000 in September 2024, up 5.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $254.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $395.5K$349.9K
-11.5%
2 $260K$349.9K
+34.6%
3 $375K$389.9K
+4.0%
4 $432K$510K
+18.1%
5+ $435K$415K
-4.6%

Summary: Elma housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 11.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 34.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 18.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 4.6%.

Housing Supply in Elma, WA

How many homes are available in Elma, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
4853+10.4%

Summary: The Elma real estate market had 53 homes for sale in September 2024, a 10.4% increase compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 44
0.0%
2 812
+50.0%
3 2120
-4.8%
4 1313
0.0%
5+ 24
+100.0%

Summary: The Elma 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 50%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4.8%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 100%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
115-54.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

2 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Elma, expect to pay close to the asking price. 60% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 5 homes were sold or pending in Elma in September 2024, down by 54.5% month-over-month. Of the 5 sold homes, 40% were sold under asking, 60% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Elma, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in Elma, WA?

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
24 Days55 Days+123.0%

Summary: Homes in Elma had an average of 55 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 123% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

2 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 5 homes were sold in Elma; 40% of homes were sold within 30 days, 40% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 20% 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 4 Days Ago

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