Is South Dayton, NY 14138 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
South Dayton is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 17% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The South Dayton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 17% of homes in South Dayton, NY 14138 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 58 days and there were 2.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 6 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 50%, homes sold more slowly (17 days then) and the median sale price rose 18% to $173,925. Overall, South Dayton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Cattaraugus County, homes here sell more slowly than in 86% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 57%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Salamanca 14779 (0% sold over asking) or Limestone 14753 (0% sold over asking), while Perrysburg 14129 (100% sold over asking) and Yorkshire 14173 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about South Dayton real estate
Is South Dayton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in South Dayton, NY 14138 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 South Dayton?
The typical home went under contract in 58 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in South Dayton sell over asking?
17% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 101.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in South Dayton?
About 2.64% of a home’s value a year in Cattaraugus County, or roughly $10,560 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in South Dayton?
The median sale price was $173,925 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $134 per square foot.
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