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Is Poestenkill, NY 12140 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Poestenkill is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply—Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list50%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list100.7%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market14Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$275▲ +0.1% vs. last year

The Poestenkill housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Poestenkill, NY 12140 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 14 days. With only 8 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 20%, homes sold faster (49 days then) and the median sale price rose 32% to $499,784. Overall, Poestenkill is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Rensselaer County, homes here sell more slowly than in 74% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 65%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Stephentown 12169 (0% sold over asking) or East Schodack 12063 (0% sold over asking), while Sand Lake 12153 (100% sold over asking) and Valley Falls 12185 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Questions about Poestenkill real estate

How fast do homes sell in Poestenkill?

The typical home went under contract in 14 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Poestenkill sell over asking?

50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.7% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Poestenkill?

About 2.05% of a home’s value a year in Rensselaer County, or roughly $8,200 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Poestenkill?

The median sale price was $499,784 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $275 per square foot.

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