$4,511 Closing Credit*
$379,900
1,920 SqFt
4 Beds
•2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
Maribeth Duclos, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
Is Rensselaer County, NY a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since December 2023
Since last year, Rensselaer County has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Rensselaer County is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in Rensselaer County, NY
How much do homes in Rensselaer County, NY cost?
Median Sold Price
$274,900
$176/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since December 2023
+$20,228(+7.9%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in Rensselaer County have sold for 7.9% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Rensselaer County was $274,900 in December 2024, up 7.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $176.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Dec 2023 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $135K | $132.5K | -1.9% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $212.5K | $230.1K | +8.3% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $270K | $279.2K | +3.4% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $287.8K | $322.5K | +12.1% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $242.5K | $270K | +11.3% |
Summary: Rensselaer County housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 1.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 8.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11.3%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
| Albany County | $285.1K | $309.9K | +8.7% |
| Rensselaer County | $254.6K | $274.9K | +7.9% |
| Columbia County | $470K | $494.8K | +5.3% |
| Saratoga County | $409.5K | $430K | +5.0% |
Housing Supply in Rensselaer County, NY
How many homes are available in Rensselaer County, NY?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Nov 2024 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 583 | 432 | -25.9% |
Summary: The Rensselaer County real estate market had 432 homes for sale in December 2024, a 25.9% decrease compared to November 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Nov 2024 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 2 | 2 | 0.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 79 | 61 | -22.8% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 212 | 146 | -31.1% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 145 | 114 | -21.4% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 145 | 109 | -24.8% |
Summary: The Rensselaer County 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 decreased by 22.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 31.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 21.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 24.8%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Nov 2024 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 155 | 116 | -25.2% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
46 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
16 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
54 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Rensselaer County, you could pay more than the asking price. 46.6% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 116 homes were sold or pending in Rensselaer County in December 2024, down by 25.2% month-over-month. Of the 116 sold homes, 40% were sold under asking, 14% were sold at asking, and 47% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Rensselaer County, NY
How long does it take to sell a home in Rensselaer County, NY?
Average Sale Time
| Dec 2023 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 19 Days | 31 Days | +65.7% |
Summary: Homes in Rensselaer County had an average of 31 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 65.7% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
82 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
21 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
13 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Rensselaer County are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During December 2024, 116 homes were sold in Rensselaer County; 71% of homes were sold within 30 days, 18% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 11% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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