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ESSEX, NY 12936

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 28.6% vs 7 last year
Pending
1
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$825,000
⇩ 39.9% vs $1,372,000 last year
Average Price
$1,658,889
⇩ 20.9% vs $2,098,167 last year
Days on Market
170
⇧ 32.8% vs 128 days last year

Market Context

Population: 671  ·  Density: 6.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,154

Typical home value: $234,676  ·  Homeownership: 88.7%

Market Analysis

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

The ESSEX, NY real estate market (12936) currently shows 9 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 170 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 170 days on market compared to 128 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 39.9% year-over-year, from $1,372,000 to $825,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 170 now vs 128 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $825,000 (-39.9% YoY)
  • Average: $1,658,889 (-20.9% 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 18.9 miles — 207 listings ($136,065,984 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
12936Essex, NY 129360.0 mi9$14,930,001$825,000$1,658,889
12996Willsboro, NY 129966.5 mi11$8,781,663$655,000$798,333
05445Charlotte, VT 054458.7 mi6$9,712,350$1,707,500$1,618,725
05473North Ferrisburgh, VT 0547310.5 mi3$1,965,000$655,000$655,000
05491Vergennes, VT 0549111.0 mi20$13,245,460$425,000$662,273
12956Mineville, NY 1295613.0 mi9$1,992,339$199,900$221,371
05469Monkton, VT 0546914.0 mi1$649,000$649,000$649,000
12998Witherbee, NY 1299815.2 mi2$510,000$255,000$255,000
12941Jay, NY 1294116.3 mi22$9,472,232$399,000$430,556
05403South Burlington, VT 0540316.8 mi82$49,301,844$622,000$601,242
12924Keeseville, NY 1292417.0 mi1$29,999$29,999$29,999
12960Moriah, NY 1296018.4 mi3$796,350$265,450$265,450
05495Williston, VT 0549518.9 mi38$24,679,746$600,000$649,467

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ESSEX, NY 12936?

As of January 2026, there are 9 active listings in ESSEX, NY (zip code 12936), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ESSEX, NY 12936?

The median listing price in ESSEX, NY 12936 is $825,000 as of January 2026, a 39.9% decrease from $1,372,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ESSEX, NY 12936 spend an average of 170 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 128 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ESSEX, NY 12936?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ESSEX, NY 12936 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 170 days on market compared to 128 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ESSEX, NY 12936 save an estimated $16,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $825,000. 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.