Is Old Chatham, NY 12136 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Old Chatham is a buyer’s market. With about 7.5 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Old Chatham housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Old Chatham, NY 12136 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 65 days and there were 7.5 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (324 days then) and the median sale price rose 8% to $789,658. Overall, Old Chatham is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Columbia County, homes here sell more slowly than in 65% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 65%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Ancramdale 12503 (0% sold over asking) or Ancram 12502 (0% sold over asking), while Stottville 12172 (100% sold over asking) and Copake Falls 12517 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Old Chatham real estate
Is Old Chatham a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 7.5 months of supply in Old Chatham, NY 12136 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 Old Chatham?
The typical home went under contract in 65 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Old Chatham sell over asking?
33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Old Chatham?
About 1.40% of a home’s value a year in Columbia County, or roughly $5,600 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Old Chatham?
The median sale price was $789,658 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $329 per square foot.
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