Is Rock Stream, NY 14878 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Rock Stream is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 33% 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 Rock Stream housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Rock Stream, NY 14878 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 187 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 3 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 more slowly (101 days then) and the median sale price rose 292% to $474,795. Overall, Rock Stream is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Schuyler County, homes here sell more slowly than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell more often over asking than in 67%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Odessa 14869 (0% sold over asking) or Hector 14841 (0% sold over asking), while Cayuta 14824 (100% sold over asking) and Beaver Dams 14812 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Rock Stream real estate
Is Rock Stream a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in Rock Stream, NY 14878 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 Rock Stream?
The typical home went under contract in 187 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Rock Stream sell over asking?
33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Rock Stream?
About 1.97% of a home’s value a year in Schuyler County, or roughly $7,880 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Rock Stream?
The median sale price was $474,795 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $353 per square foot.
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