Is Worcester, NY 12197 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Worcester housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 20% of homes in Worcester, NY 12197 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 28 days and there were 9.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 5 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 25%, homes sold faster (55 days then) and the median sale price fell 10% to $219,605. Overall, Worcester is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Otsego County, homes here sell faster than in 77% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 55%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Otego 13825 (0% sold over asking) or Milford 13807 (0% sold over asking), while East Worcester 12064 (100% sold over asking) and Morris 13808 (60% sold over asking) are even more competitive.