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CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817

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

Market Analysis

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

The CHESTERTOWN, NY real estate market (12817) currently shows 8 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 115 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 36.8% year-over-year, from $312,400 to $427,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,951  ·  Density: 14.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,813

Typical home value: $286,398  ·  Homeownership: 81.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇩ 42.9% vs 14 last year
Pending
4
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$427,250
⇧ 36.8% vs $312,400 last year
Average Price
$490,700
⇧ 44.7% vs $339,173 last year
Days on Market
115
⇧ 69.1% vs 68 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$262
⇧ 18.6% vs $221/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,476 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 115 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $427,250 (+36.8% YoY)
  • Average: $490,700 (+44.7% 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 21.8 miles — 151 listings ($123,107,376 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
12817Chestertown, NY 128170.0 mi12$5,898,960$419,900$491,580
12860Pottersville, NY 128606.4 mi1$950,000$950,000$950,000
12815Brant Lake, NY 128157.9 mi7$2,306,899$335,000$329,557
12808Adirondack, NY 128088.5 mi5$3,445,000$684,000$689,000
12824Diamond Point, NY 128249.4 mi6$20,914,800$2,925,000$3,485,800
12810Athol, NY 1281011.5 mi6$2,938,302$147,650$489,717
12870Schroon Lake, NY 1287014.3 mi18$12,185,226$499,275$676,957
12857Olmstedville, NY 1285715.0 mi4$1,488,800$357,000$372,200
12845Lake George, NY 1284515.7 mi51$60,368,700$721,300$1,183,700
12856North River, NY 1285616.1 mi2$908,000$454,000$454,000
12819Clemons, NY 1281918.2 mi2$679,000$339,500$339,500
12827Fort Ann, NY 1282720.4 mi8$4,094,632$489,000$511,829
12883Ticonderoga, NY 1288321.8 mi29$6,929,057$219,000$238,933

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817?

As of February 2026, there are 8 active listings in CHESTERTOWN, NY (zip code 12817), compared to 14 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817?

The median listing price in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 is $427,250 as of February 2026, a 36.8% increase from $312,400 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 spend an average of 115 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817 save an estimated $8,545 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $427,250. 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.