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Is Erin, NY 14838 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Erin is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply6.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list99.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list103.8%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market96Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$145▲ +20.7% vs. last year

The Erin housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Erin, NY 14838 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 96 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (167 days then) and the median sale price rose 7% to $197,723. Overall, Erin is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Chemung County, homes here sell more slowly than in 77% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 69%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Breesport 14816 (0% sold over asking) or Pine City 14871 (22% sold over asking).

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Questions about Erin real estate

Is Erin a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Erin, NY 14838 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 Erin?

The typical home went under contract in 96 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Erin sell over asking?

100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 103.8% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Erin?

About 2.45% of a home’s value a year in Chemung County, or roughly $9,800 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Erin?

The median sale price was $197,723 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $145 per square foot.

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