Is Germantown, NY 12526 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Germantown is a buyer’s market. With about 7.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Germantown housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 11% of homes in Germantown, NY 12526 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 65 days and there were 7.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 9 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 29%, homes sold more slowly (36 days then) and the median sale price fell 21% to $746,677. Overall, Germantown is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Columbia County, homes here sell more slowly than in 65% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 74%.
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 Germantown real estate
Is Germantown a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 7.8 months of supply in Germantown, NY 12526 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 Germantown?
The typical home went under contract in 65 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Germantown sell over asking?
11% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 99.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Germantown?
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 Germantown?
The median sale price was $746,677 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $361 per square foot.
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