Is Central, CA 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 May 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, CA

How much do homes in Central, CA cost?

Median Sold Price

$652,000

$447/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$22,000(+3.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Central have sold for 3.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Central was $652,000 in May 2024, up 3.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $447.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $317.7K$322K
+1.3%
2 $555K$585K
+5.4%
3 $630K$672.5K
+6.7%
4 $675K$710K
+5.2%
5+ $825K$888K
+7.6%

Summary: Central housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 7.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

Central
+3.5%
Hobson Park West
+0.8%

Housing Supply in Central, CA

How many homes are available in Central, CA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
3841+7.9%

Summary: The Central real estate market had 41 homes for sale in May 2024, a 7.9% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 1013
+30.0%
3 1716
-5.9%
4 89
+12.5%
5+ 22
0.0%

Summary: The Central housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 30%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 5.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
714+100.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

3 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

8 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Central, you could pay more than the asking price. 57.1% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 14 homes were sold or pending in Central in May 2024, up by 100.0% month-over-month. Of the 14 sold homes, 21% were sold under asking, 21% were sold at asking, and 57% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Central, CA

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

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
41 Days61 Days+49.1%

Summary: Homes in Central had an average of 61 days on market in May 2024, up by 49.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

8 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 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 May 2024, 14 homes were sold in Central; 57% of homes were sold within 30 days, 21% 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.

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