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CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of July 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CHESTERTOWN, NY real estate market (12817) currently shows 31 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 40.4% year-over-year, from $338,225 to $474,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,951  ·  Density: 14.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,813

Typical home value: $286,398  ·  Homeownership: 81.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇧ 63.2% vs 19 last year
Pending
7
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$474,900
⇧ 40.4% vs $338,225 last year
Average Price
$688,659
⇧ 67.3% vs $411,594 last year
Days on Market
70
⇧ 70.7% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$229
⇩ 31.6% vs $335/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,985 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 70 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $474,900 (+40.4% YoY)
  • Average: $688,659 (+67.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.5 miles — 62 listings ($48,092,672 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
12817Chestertown, NY 128170.0 mi8$3,925,600$427,250$490,700
12860Pottersville, NY 128606.4 mi2$1,774,500$887,250$887,250
12815Brant Lake, NY 128157.9 mi7$2,306,899$335,000$329,557
12808Adirondack, NY 128088.5 mi5$3,445,000$689,000$689,000
12824Diamond Point, NY 128249.4 mi5$13,758,960$3,087,500$2,751,792
12810Athol, NY 1281011.5 mi4$2,446,016$586,863$611,504
12844Kattskill Bay, NY 1284413.6 mi2$3,970,000$1,985,000$1,985,000
12874Silver Bay, NY 1287414.4 mi2$7,150,000$3,575,000$3,575,000
12836Hague, NY 1283615.1 mi5$2,886,125$569,450$577,225
12841Huletts Landing, NY 1284115.7 mi2$1,679,000$839,500$839,500
12878Stony Creek, NY 1287817.5 mi5$695,000$139,000$139,000
12851Minerva, NY 1285118.9 mi1$239,900$239,900$239,900
12846Lake Luzerne, NY 1284620.5 mi14$3,815,672$251,125$272,548

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817?

As of July 2026, there are 31 active listings in CHESTERTOWN, NY (zip code 12817), compared to 19 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817?

The median listing price in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 is $474,900 as of July 2026, a 40.4% increase from $338,225 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CHESTERTOWN, NY?

Homes in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 spend an average of 70 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CHESTERTOWN, NY?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 save an estimated $9,498 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $474,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.