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SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Essex County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 38.5% vs 13 last year
Pending
7
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,275
⇩ 16.6% vs $599,000 last year
Average Price
$676,957
⇩ 3.3% vs $700,211 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 2% vs 102 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,690  ·  Density: 6.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,639

Typical home value: $247,353  ·  Homeownership: 78.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SCHROON LAKE, NY real estate market (12870) currently shows 18 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 102 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.6% year-over-year, from $599,000 to $499,275.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 13 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 102 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,275 (-16.6% YoY)
  • Average: $676,957 (-3.3% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 21.7 miles — 103 listings ($57,981,974 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
12870Schroon Lake, NY 128700.0 mi18$12,185,226$499,275$676,957
12860Pottersville, NY 128608.0 mi1$950,000$950,000$950,000
12815Brant Lake, NY 1281510.1 mi7$2,306,899$335,000$329,557
12836Hague, NY 1283611.5 mi8$4,540,640$479,000$567,580
12928Crown Point, NY 1292814.1 mi8$3,950,632$479,900$493,829
12874Silver Bay, NY 1287414.8 mi2$7,150,000$3,575,000$3,575,000
12853North Creek, NY 1285315.7 mi17$7,827,786$326,950$460,458
12960Moriah, NY 1296016.8 mi3$796,350$265,450$265,450
12861Putnam Station, NY 1286118.4 mi4$8,964,700$689,900$2,241,175
12843Johnsburg, NY 1284320.6 mi7$2,049,320$355,000$292,760
12974Port Henry, NY 1297420.9 mi8$1,182,632$125,000$147,829
12852Newcomb, NY 1285221.4 mi7$2,176,125$298,000$310,875
12885Warrensburg, NY 1288521.7 mi13$3,901,664$275,000$300,128

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in SCHROON LAKE, NY (zip code 12870), compared to 13 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870?

The median listing price in SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870 is $499,275 as of January 2026, a 16.6% decrease from $599,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 102 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 102 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870 save an estimated $9,986 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,275. 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.