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New York is a balanced market, giving buyers and sellers room to negotiate. With 5 months of supply and homes averaging 72 days on the market, you can make decisions without the pressure of a highly competitive market.

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Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell in New York? Here's What We Think.

It depends on your goals, but New York offers a relatively balanced market for both buyers and sellers. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market, with 5 months of supply. The median sale price is $439,900, and home sales saw a 55.21% change from last year. Buyers have room to negotiate, while sellers can still attract serious interest.
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This metric shows how home prices are trending in New York. A rising median price can point to stronger demand or limited inventory, while a falling price may give buyers more room to negotiate.

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New York Housing Market Forecast for 2026

New York's housing market is expected to be balanced in 2026, with modest price growth, steady inventory, and stable conditions for both buyers and sellers. Sellers who'd rather not wait it out can still get multiple cash offers in New York right now.

Market Outlook:

  • Home prices expected to rise modestly by 2-4%, reflecting sustainable growth
  • Months of supply forecast to sit around 4-6, keeping the market steady
  • Neither buyers nor sellers hold a clear advantage, keeping negotiations balanced

Will the New York Housing Market Crash in 2026?

Expert consensus points to no. New York benefits from strong buyer demand and limited housing supply, conditions that support prices rather than undermine them. Sellers should expect continued interest and quick sales through 2026, with little pressure to discount.
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Current Market Indicators

  • Days on Market:

    72 days

  • Months of Supply:

    5 months

  • Sale-to-List Ratio:

    101.98%

  • Mortgage Rates:

    Currently- 6.23% projected to hover between 6.0% and 6.8%

Is There Enough Inventory in New York Right Now?

New York has a steady flow of homes coming onto the market, keeping inventory relatively balanced. There are currently 66,790 active listings and 5 months of supply, giving buyers a reasonable selection without creating excessive competition among sellers. There were 11,397 new listings last month, while inventory changed by 90.15% year-over-year.
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This chart shows the total number of homes currently available for sale in New York. Rising inventory gives buyers more options, while fewer homes for sale can increase competition and give sellers more leverage.

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Are Buyers or Sellers Controlling the New York Market?

Buyers and sellers have relatively equal footing in the New York housing market. Homes are selling for 101.98% of their asking price, and price reductions saw a 13.38% change year-over-year. Neither side has a clear advantage, leaving room for both to negotiate.
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Our MLS data sources

All sources updated daily

Median prices, rents and active inventory aggregated from MLS systems across New York.

New York State Alliance of MLSs, Buffalo-NY
New York State Alliance of MLSs, Buffalo-NY
Greater Capital Association of Realtors (Global) MLS-NY
Greater Capital Association of Realtors (Global) MLS-NY
OneKey MLS-NY
OneKey MLS-NY
Rebny MLS-NY
Rebny MLS-NY

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