Is Chester, NY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Chester is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Chester, NY

How much do homes in Chester, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$490,000

$251/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

The Median Sold Price hasn't changed since September 2023.

Key Takeaway

The sold price of homes in Chester has remained the same since last year.

Summary: The median home sold price in Chester was $490,000 in September 2024, the same as last year, and the median price per square foot was $251.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $170K$190.5K
+12.1%
2 $266K$279.5K
+5.1%
3 $434.5K$430K
-1.0%
4 $602.5K$570K
-5.4%
5+ $512.5K$605K
+18.0%

Summary: Chester housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 12.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 5.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 18%.

Housing Supply in Chester, NY

How many homes are available in Chester, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
7583+10.7%

Summary: The Chester real estate market had 83 homes for sale in September 2024, a 10.7% increase compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 1116
+45.5%
3 1922
+15.8%
4 3536
+2.9%
5+ 109
-10.0%

Summary: The Chester 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 45.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 15.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 10%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
910+11.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

6 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Chester, you may be able to get a good deal. 60% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 10 homes were sold or pending in Chester in September 2024, up by 11.1% month-over-month. Of the 10 sold homes, 60% were sold under asking, 30% were sold at asking, and 10% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Chester, NY

How long does it take to sell a home in Chester, NY?

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
44 Days80 Days+78.9%

Summary: Homes in Chester had an average of 80 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 78.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

1 Home Was Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Chester has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During September 2024, 10 homes were sold in Chester; 10% of homes were sold within 30 days, 80% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 10% 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 29 Days Ago

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