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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Salem is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Salem, NY

How much do homes in Salem, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$216,000

$144/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$28,300(+15.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Salem have sold for 15.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Salem was $216,000 in October 2024, up 15.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $144.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $162K$153.2K
-5.4%
2 $175.2K$255.5K
+45.8%
3 $200K$190K
-5.0%
4 $190K$225K
+18.4%
5+ $275K$279K
+1.5%

Summary: Salem housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 5.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 45.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 18.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 1.5%.

Housing Supply in Salem, NY

How many homes are available in Salem, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1921+10.5%

Summary: The Salem real estate market had 21 homes for sale in October 2024, a 10.5% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 76
-14.3%
3 810
+25.0%
4 43
-25.0%
5+ 02
+100.0%

Summary: The Salem housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 14.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 25%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 25%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 100%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
21-50.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

1 Home Was Sold
Under Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Salem, you may be able to get a good deal. 100% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 1 homes were sold or pending in Salem in October 2024, down by 50.0% month-over-month. Of the 1 sold homes, 100% were sold under asking, 0% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Salem, NY

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
17 Days330 Days+1750.5%

Summary: Homes in Salem had an average of 330 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 1750.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

0 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Most homes in Salem are taking a long time to sell, it's a good idea to negotiate on homes here.

Summary: During October 2024, 1 homes were sold in Salem; 0% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 100% 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 17 Days Ago

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