Is Fair Haven, VT 05743 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Fair Haven is a balanced market. With about 5.9 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Fair Haven housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 25% of homes in Fair Haven, VT 05743 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 63 days and there were 5.9 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. That’s based on 12 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 20%, homes sold more slowly (57 days then) and the median sale price fell 38% to $264,885. Overall, Fair Haven is about as competitive as it was a year ago.
Within Rutland County, homes here sell more slowly than in 65% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 60%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at West Pawlet 05775 (0% sold over asking) or Wells 05774 (0% sold over asking), while Chittenden 05737 (100% sold over asking) and East Wallingford 05742 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Fair Haven real estate
Is Fair Haven a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 5.9 months of supply in Fair Haven, VT 05743 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Fair Haven?
The typical home went under contract in 63 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Fair Haven sell over asking?
25% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Fair Haven?
About 1.81% of a home’s value a year in Rutland County, or roughly $7,240 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Fair Haven?
The median sale price was $264,885 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $165 per square foot.
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