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SALEM, NY 12865

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Washington County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SALEM, NY real estate market (12865) currently shows 17 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 80 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 80 days on market compared to 29 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 51% year-over-year, from $194,500 to $293,725.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,448  ·  Density: 18.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,500

Typical home value: $159,455  ·  Homeownership: 79.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇩ 10.5% vs 19 last year
Pending
9
53% pending ratio
Median Price
$293,725
⇧ 51% vs $194,500 last year
Average Price
$426,617
⇧ 14.7% vs $371,867 last year
Days on Market
80
⇧ 175.9% vs 29 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$192
⇧ 51.2% vs $127/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,501 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 80 now vs 29 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $293,725 (+51% YoY)
  • Average: $426,617 (+14.7% 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 17.5 miles — 142 listings ($81,599,970 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
12865Salem, NY 128650.0 mi17$7,471,704$259,900$439,512
12809Argyle, NY 128096.4 mi11$3,581,523$330,000$325,593
05776West Rupert, VT 057767.3 mi1$259,000$259,000$259,000
05250Arlington, VT 052509.8 mi14$11,584,048$477,000$827,432
12816Cambridge, NY 1281611.3 mi10$2,644,630$276,725$264,463
12828Fort Edward, NY 1282811.8 mi14$3,699,738$234,975$264,267
05761Pawlet, VT 0576113.5 mi6$2,967,390$420,875$494,565
05255Manchester Center, VT 0525514.2 mi30$35,046,450$664,000$1,168,215
12884Victory Mills, NY 1288415.2 mi1$310,000$310,000$310,000
12871Schuylerville, NY 1287115.9 mi6$3,124,434$454,869$520,739
12801Glens Falls, NY 1280116.7 mi29$9,571,653$269,900$330,057
05252East Arlington, VT 0525217.4 mi2$899,900$449,950$449,950
05253East Dorset, VT 0525317.5 mi1$439,500$439,500$439,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALEM, NY 12865?

As of March 2026, there are 17 active listings in SALEM, NY (zip code 12865), compared to 19 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALEM, NY 12865?

The median listing price in SALEM, NY 12865 is $293,725 as of March 2026, a 51% increase from $194,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALEM, NY 12865 spend an average of 80 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 29 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALEM, NY 12865?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SALEM, NY 12865 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 80 days on market compared to 29 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALEM, NY 12865 save an estimated $5,875 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $293,725. 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.