Is Herkimer County, NY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Herkimer County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since August 2023

Since last year, Herkimer County has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Herkimer County is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Herkimer County, NY

How much do homes in Herkimer County, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$153,587

$98/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since August 2023

-$5,384(-3.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Herkimer County have sold for 3.4% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Herkimer County was $153,587 in August 2024, down 3.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $98.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
1 $158K$225K
+42.4%
2 $134.4K$136.2K
+1.3%
3 $149.4K$150.2K
0.5%
4 $189.9K$161.2K
-15.1%
5+ $177.5K$170K
-4.2%

Summary: Herkimer County housing prices by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 42.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 15.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 4.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Montgomery County
+9.1%
Oneida County
+8.0%
Fulton County
+4.9%
Herkimer County
-3.4%
Hamilton County
-7.0%

Housing Supply in Herkimer County, NY

How many homes are available in Herkimer County, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
250237-5.2%

Summary: The Herkimer County real estate market had 237 homes for sale in August 2024, a 5.2% decrease compared to July 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSJul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1 45
+25.0%
2 3031
+3.3%
3 11498
-14.0%
4 6966
-4.3%
5+ 3337
+12.1%

Summary: The Herkimer County housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 25%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 14%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 4.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 12.1%.

Number of Homes Sold

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
3741+10.8%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

25 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

14 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Herkimer County, you may be able to get a good deal. 61% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 41 homes were sold or pending in Herkimer County in August 2024, up by 10.8% month-over-month. Of the 41 sold homes, 61% were sold under asking, 5% were sold at asking, and 34% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Herkimer County, NY

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

Average Sale Time

Aug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
41 Days52 Days+27.0%

Summary: Homes in Herkimer County had an average of 52 days on market in Aug 2024, up by 27% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

26 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During August 2024, 41 homes were sold in Herkimer County; 63% of homes were sold within 30 days, 15% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 22% 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 19 Days Ago

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