Is Rifton, NY 12471 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Rifton 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.
The Rifton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Rifton, NY 12471 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 186 days. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
The median sale price was $539,766, or about $284 per square foot.
Within Ulster County, homes here sell more slowly than in 96% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Boiceville 12412 (100% sold over asking) and Shokan 12481 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Nearby markets
Accord 12404Balanced $282 /sq ftArkville 12406 — /sq ftBearsville 12409Seller’s market $507 /sq ftBig Indian 12410Buyer’s market $225 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Rifton is
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Questions about Rifton real estate
How fast do homes sell in Rifton?
The typical home went under contract in 186 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Rifton sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 90.8% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Rifton?
About 1.77% of a home’s value a year in Ulster County, or roughly $7,080 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Rifton?
The median sale price was $539,766 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $284 per square foot.
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