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Manhattan, NYHousing Market

Manhattan is a buyer's market right now. Homes are sitting on the market for 93 days on average. With 6.7 months of supply, there's less pressure to rush and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

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Written By Jai CDigital Marketing Manager
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Reviewed By Mark KReal Estate Broker
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March 2026
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Data Sources:
Greater Capital Association of Realtors (Global) MLS-NY
Manhattan, NY Real Estate Market Snapshot
MEDIAN HOME PRICE
$1,325,000↑ 0.06%
MORTGAGE RATES 30-YR
6.23%↓ 0.58%
Buyer's Market
DAYS ON MARKET
93
↑ 10.00% YoY
INVENTORY
5,094
↓ 0.14% YoY
Overview icon Overview
Predictions icon Predictions
Supply icon Supply
Demand icon Demand

Is Now a Good Time to Buy in Manhattan? Here's What We Think

Now is a smart time to buy in Manhattan. The median sale price sits at $1,325,000, a marginal change from last year, with home sales seeing no change over the same stretch. Use these numbers to figure out how much leverage you actually have at the table.
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Median Sale Price
$1,325,000
↑ 0.06%YoY
What this chart showsMedian Sale Price
This metric shows how home prices are trending in Manhattan. The median sale price is currently $1,325,000, a marginal change from last year. A rising median price can point to stronger demand or limited inventory, while a falling price may give buyers more room to negotiate.

Median Sale Price Trend

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: March 2026

Manhattan Housing Market Forecast for 2026

Manhattan's housing market is expected to keep favoring buyers in 2026, with modest price growth, rising inventory, and homes taking longer to sell.

Market Outlook:

  • Home prices expected to rise modestly by 2-4%, reflecting cooling demand
  • Months of supply forecast to hold near 4-6, giving buyers more choice
  • Homes being on the market longer gives buyers added leverage to negotiate price and terms

Will the Manhattan Housing Market Crash in 2026?

Expert consensus points to no. Manhattan is seeing steady demand with no signs of distressed selling. The market is simply rebalancing after a period of tight inventory, not heading toward a downturn. Buyers can expect more negotiating room and a wider selection through 2026.
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Current Market Indicators

  • Days on Market:

    93 days

  • Months of Supply:

    6.7 months

  • Sale-to-List Ratio:

    99.37%

  • Mortgage Rates:

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

Is There Enough Inventory in Manhattan Right Now?

Yes, buyers have plenty of options in Manhattan right now. The market has 5,094 active listings and 6.7 months of supply, giving buyers more choice and negotiating power. There were 1,780 new listings last month, while the inventory had a marginal change year-over-year.
Homes for SaleNewly Listed HomesMonths of Supply
Homes for Sale
5,094
↓ 0.14%YoY
What this chart showsHomes for Sale
This chart shows the total number of homes currently available for sale in Manhattan. There are currently 5,094 active listings. Rising inventory gives buyers more options, while fewer homes for sale can increase competition and give sellers more leverage.

Homes for Sale Trend

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: March 2026

Are Buyers or Sellers Controlling the Manhattan Market?

Buyers currently have the upper hand in the Manhattan housing market. Homes are selling for 99.37% of their asking price, and price reductions saw a marginal change year-over-year. Frequent price cuts give buyers more room to negotiate and put pressure on sellers to compete.
Homes Sold Above List PriceHomes with Price DropsSale-to-List Ratio
Homes Sold Above List Price
3.58%
↑ 0.01%YoY
What this chart showsSold Above List
The line tracks the share of homes in Manhattan selling above their asking price over time. Currently, 3.58% of homes sold above asking last month. A rising trend signals strong buyer competition and bidding wars, while a falling trend suggests that competition is easing.

Homes Sold Above List Price Trend

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: March 2026

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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.

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

Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.

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