Is Lewis, NY 12950 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Lewis is a buyer’s market. With about 16 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Lewis housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Lewis, NY 12950 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 207 days and there were 16 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, 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 100%, homes sold more slowly (21 days then) and the median sale price fell 68% to $89,961. Overall, Lewis is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Essex County, homes here sell more slowly than in 90% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Keene Valley 12943 (100% sold over asking) and Wilmington 12997 (67% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Lewis real estate
Is Lewis a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 16 months of supply in Lewis, NY 12950 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 Lewis?
The typical home went under contract in 207 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Lewis sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 82.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Lewis?
About 1.47% of a home’s value a year in Essex County, or roughly $5,880 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Lewis?
The median sale price was $89,961 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $46 per square foot.
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