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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Salem is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since August 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Salem 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 Salem, NY

How much do homes in Salem, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$206,000

$126/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since August 2023

+$20,800(+11.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Salem have sold for 11.2% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Salem was $206,000 in August 2024, up 11.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $126.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
1 $104.5K$159.1K
+52.3%
2 $175.2K$235K
+34.1%
3 $200K$169.9K
-15.0%
4 $155K$250K
+61.3%
5+ $248.9K$277K
+11.3%

Summary: Salem housing prices by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 52.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 34.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 15%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 61.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11.3%.

Housing Supply in Salem, NY

How many homes are available in Salem, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
2126+23.8%

Summary: The Salem real estate market had 26 homes for sale in August 2024, a 23.8% increase compared to July 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSJul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1 12
+100.0%
2 57
+40.0%
3 1112
+9.1%
4 34
+33.3%
5+ 11
0.0%

Summary: The Salem housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 40%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 9.1%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 33.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
24+100.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

4 Homes Were 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 4 homes were sold or pending in Salem in August 2024, up by 100.0% month-over-month. Of the 4 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

Aug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
8 Days60 Days+653.1%

Summary: Homes in Salem had an average of 60 days on market in Aug 2024, up by 653.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

2 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

1 Home Was Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During August 2024, 4 homes were sold in Salem; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% 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 13 Days Ago

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