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ALBANY, NY 12209

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ALBANY, NY real estate market (12209) currently shows 18 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 89 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.3% year-over-year, from $272,425 to $244,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,427  ·  Density: 1,818.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $78,858

Typical home value: $183,906  ·  Homeownership: 67.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇩ 5.3% vs 19 last year
Pending
13
72% pending ratio
Median Price
$244,450
⇩ 10.3% vs $272,425 last year
Average Price
$246,061
⇩ 4.2% vs $256,896 last year
Days on Market
89
⇧ 43.5% vs 62 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$202
⇧ 18.1% vs $171/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,236 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 89 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $244,450 (-10.3% YoY)
  • Average: $246,061 (-4.2% 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 9.2 miles — 264 listings ($126,507,382 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
12209Albany, NY 122090.0 mi22$5,681,764$250,000$258,262
12202Albany, NY 122021.4 mi13$2,151,500$170,000$165,500
12207Albany, NY 122072.5 mi3$672,000$224,000$224,000
12077Glenmont, NY 120773.0 mi13$6,060,925$425,000$466,225
12203Albany, NY 122034.3 mi44$18,904,468$322,450$429,647
12204Albany, NY 122044.6 mi14$3,940,300$219,900$281,450
12211Albany, NY 122115.0 mi32$23,118,400$640,000$722,450
12158Selkirk, NY 121587.0 mi15$11,166,270$462,000$744,418
12061East Greenbush, NY 120617.3 mi21$11,946,480$592,058$568,880
12110Latham, NY 121108.0 mi77$39,013,975$499,400$506,675
12067Feura Bush, NY 120678.4 mi7$1,395,450$199,350$199,350
12196West Sand Lake, NY 121968.8 mi2$1,196,850$598,425$598,425
12063East Schodack, NY 120639.2 mi1$1,259,000$1,259,000$1,259,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALBANY, NY 12209?

As of February 2026, there are 18 active listings in ALBANY, NY (zip code 12209), compared to 19 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALBANY, NY 12209?

The median listing price in ALBANY, NY 12209 is $244,450 as of February 2026, a 10.3% decrease from $272,425 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALBANY, NY 12209 spend an average of 89 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALBANY, NY 12209?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, ALBANY, NY 12209 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALBANY, NY 12209 save an estimated $4,889 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $244,450. 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.