Is Peru, NY 12972 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Peru housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 11% of homes in Peru, NY 12972 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 14 days and there were 6.8 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 33%, homes sold more slowly (11 days then) and the median sale price rose 23% to $379,836. Overall, Peru is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Clinton County, homes here sell faster than in 71% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 71%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at West Chazy 12992 (0% sold over asking) or Schuyler Falls 12985 (0% sold over asking), while Mooers Forks 12959 (50% sold over asking) and Cadyville 12918 (33% sold over asking) are even more competitive.