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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Kensington is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Kensington is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in Kensington, NY

How much do homes in Kensington, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$186,500

$130/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

+$39,000(+26.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Kensington have sold for 26.4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Kensington was $186,500 in December 2024, up 26.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $130.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 $155K-
N/A
2 $100K$158.5K
+58.5%
3 $140.3K$175K
+24.7%
4 $162.2K$188K
+15.9%
5+ $210K$235K
+11.9%

Summary: Kensington housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 58.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 24.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 15.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

Kensington
+26.4%
Kenfield
+25.0%
University
+19.1%

Housing Supply in Kensington, NY

How many homes are available in Kensington, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
3425-26.5%

Summary: The Kensington real estate market had 25 homes for sale in December 2024, a 26.5% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 01
+100.0%
3 1612
-25.0%
4 1210
-16.7%
5+ 62
-66.7%

Summary: The Kensington housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 25%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 16.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 66.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
94-55.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

2 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Kensington, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 4 homes were sold or pending in Kensington in December 2024, down by 55.6% month-over-month. Of the 4 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 0% were sold at asking, and 50% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Kensington, NY

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

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
29 Days39 Days+35.5%

Summary: Homes in Kensington had an average of 39 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 35.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

1 Home Was Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During December 2024, 4 homes were sold in Kensington; 25% of homes were sold within 30 days, 75% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% 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 6 Days Ago

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