Is Upper Manhattan, NY a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Upper Manhattan is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

Since last year, Upper Manhattan has remained a Buyer's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Upper Manhattan, NY

How much do homes in Upper Manhattan, NY cost?

Median Sold Price

$1,264,629

$1,232/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

+$12,028(+1.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Upper Manhattan have sold for 1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Upper Manhattan was $1,264,629 in December 2024, up 1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $1,232.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 $699.8K$739.1K
+5.6%
2 $1.3M$1.3M
-2.5%
3 $2.4M$2.4M
0.3%
4 $4.7M$4.1M
-12.9%
5+ $7.6M$6.4M
-16.7%

Summary: Upper Manhattan housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 5.6%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 2.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 12.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 16.7%.

Housing Supply in Upper Manhattan, NY

How many homes are available in Upper Manhattan, NY?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
2,7802,335-16.0%

Summary: The Upper Manhattan real estate market had 2,335 homes for sale in December 2024, a 16.0% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 829687
-17.1%
2 874712
-18.5%
3 514427
-16.9%
4 281241
-14.2%
5+ 282268
-5.0%

Summary: The Upper Manhattan housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 17.1%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 18.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 16.9%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 14.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
239258+7.9%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

33 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

222 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Upper Manhattan, expect to pay close to the asking price. 86% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 258 homes were sold or pending in Upper Manhattan in December 2024, up by 7.9% month-over-month. Of the 258 sold homes, 13% were sold under asking, 86% were sold at asking, and 1% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Upper Manhattan, NY

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

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
60 Days131 Days+117.0%

Summary: Homes in Upper Manhattan had an average of 131 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 117% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

0 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During December 2024, 258 homes were sold in Upper Manhattan; 0% of homes were sold within 30 days, 1% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 2% 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 12 Days Ago

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