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CORTLAND, NY 13045

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cortland County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CORTLAND, NY real estate market (13045) currently shows 82 active listings, with 54 pending sales. Homes are averaging 115 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 34.2% year-over-year, from $197,450 to $264,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,157  ·  Density: 100.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,762

Typical home value: $151,862  ·  Homeownership: 57.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
82
⇧ 41.4% vs 58 last year
Pending
54
66% pending ratio
Median Price
$264,900
⇧ 34.2% vs $197,450 last year
Average Price
$279,357
⇧ 11.6% vs $250,314 last year
Days on Market
115
⇧ 134.7% vs 49 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$135
⇩ 11.2% vs $152/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,698 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 82 this year vs 58 last year
  • Days on market: 115 now vs 49 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $264,900 (+34.2% YoY)
  • Average: $279,357 (+11.6% 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 21.3 miles — 237 listings ($98,882,057 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
13045Cortland, NY 130450.0 mi59$16,222,522$222,200$274,958
13053Dryden, NY 130538.6 mi10$2,348,380$232,725$234,838
13068Freeville, NY 1306810.4 mi6$1,975,200$319,000$329,200
13073Groton, NY 1307310.6 mi17$5,415,061$287,500$318,533
13092Locke, NY 1309212.7 mi9$3,232,575$303,900$359,175
13835Richford, NY 1383513.7 mi2$1,370,000$685,000$685,000
14881Slaterville Springs, NY 1488115.4 mi1$195,000$195,000$195,000
13118Moravia, NY 1311815.4 mi19$7,161,252$390,450$376,908
14817Brooktondale, NY 1481717.4 mi7$3,002,566$442,500$428,938
13071Genoa, NY 1307118.9 mi3$1,064,301$197,500$354,767
14850Ithaca, NY 1485019.0 mi100$54,910,500$458,725$549,105
13797Lisle, NY 1379719.4 mi1$185,000$185,000$185,000
13084La Fayette, NY 1308421.3 mi3$1,799,700$599,900$599,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CORTLAND, NY 13045?

As of March 2026, there are 82 active listings in CORTLAND, NY (zip code 13045), compared to 58 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CORTLAND, NY 13045?

The median listing price in CORTLAND, NY 13045 is $264,900 as of March 2026, a 34.2% increase from $197,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in CORTLAND, NY 13045 spend an average of 115 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 49 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CORTLAND, NY 13045?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CORTLAND, NY 13045 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CORTLAND, NY 13045 save an estimated $5,298 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $264,900. 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.