$8,311 Closing Credit*
$699,900
5,152 SqFt
6 Beds
•6 Full Baths
John Alund, Listing Office: Lincoln House Realty
Is Albany, NY a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since November 2023
Since last year, Albany has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Albany is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in Albany, NY
How much do homes in Albany, NY cost?
Median Sold Price
$285,637
$177/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since November 2023
+$20,705(+7.8%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in Albany have sold for 7.8% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Albany was $285,637 in November 2024, up 7.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $177.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Nov 2023 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $142.9K | $145K | +1.5% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $218K | $219.9K | +0.9% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $266.8K | $299.2K | +12.2% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $320K | $316K | -1.3% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $257.2K | $282.3K | +9.7% |
Summary: Albany housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 1.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 0.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 12.2%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.7%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| Slingerlands | $392K | $480K | +22.4% |
| Delmar | $384K | $417K | +8.6% |
| Bethlehem | $370K | $400K | +8.1% |
| Albany | $264.9K | $285.6K | +7.8% |
| Rensselaer | $252.5K | $257.7K | +2.1% |
Housing Supply in Albany, NY
How many homes are available in Albany, NY?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 566 | 447 | -21.0% |
Summary: The Albany real estate market had 447 homes for sale in November 2024, a 21.0% decrease compared to October 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 1 | 0 | -100.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 61 | 45 | -26.2% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 204 | 158 | -22.5% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 133 | 108 | -18.8% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 167 | 136 | -18.6% |
Summary: The Albany housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 26.2%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 22.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 18.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 18.6%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 134 | 115 | -14.2% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
48 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
12 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
55 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Albany, you could pay more than the asking price. 47.8% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 115 homes were sold or pending in Albany in November 2024, down by 14.2% month-over-month. Of the 115 sold homes, 42% were sold under asking, 10% were sold at asking, and 48% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Albany, NY
How long does it take to sell a home in Albany, NY?
Average Sale Time
| Nov 2023 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Days | 23 Days | +27.6% |
Summary: Homes in Albany had an average of 23 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 27.6% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
90 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
18 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
7 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Albany are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During November 2024, 115 homes were sold in Albany; 78% of homes were sold within 30 days, 16% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 6% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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