Is West Islip, NY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing West Islip is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

West Islip 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 West Islip, NY

How much do homes in West Islip, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$690,000

$358/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$90,000(+15.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in West Islip have sold for 15% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in West Islip was $690,000 in October 2024, up 15% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $358.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $385K-
N/A
2 $449K$530K
+18.0%
3 $565K$620K
+9.7%
4 $619K$727.5K
+17.5%
5+ $750K$825K
+10.0%

Summary: West Islip housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 18%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 9.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 17.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

North Babylon
+15.8%
West Islip
+15.0%
Baywood
+9.0%
Bay Shore
+8.7%
West Bay Shore
+7.1%

Housing Supply in West Islip, NY

How many homes are available in West Islip, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
104112+7.7%

Summary: The West Islip real estate market had 112 homes for sale in October 2024, a 7.7% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 810
+25.0%
3 3128
-9.7%
4 4444
0.0%
5+ 2029
+45.0%

Summary: The West Islip 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 increased by 25%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 9.7%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 45%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1416+14.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

9 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in West Islip, you may be able to get a good deal. 56.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 16 homes were sold or pending in West Islip in October 2024, up by 14.3% month-over-month. Of the 16 sold homes, 56% were sold under asking, 6% were sold at asking, and 38% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for West Islip, NY

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
39 Days55 Days+42.4%

Summary: Homes in West Islip had an average of 55 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 42.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

8 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in West Islip are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 16 homes were sold in West Islip; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 38% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 13% 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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