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Is Rochester, KY 42273 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Rochester is a buyer’s market. With about 12.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply12.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list99.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list103.3%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market59Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$95▼ −49.1% vs. last year

The Rochester housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Rochester, KY 42273 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 59 days and there were 12.8 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 was about the same (100% then), homes sold faster (203 days then) and the median sale price fell 50% to $124,946. Overall, Rochester is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

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Questions about Rochester real estate

Is Rochester a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 12.8 months of supply in Rochester, KY 42273 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 Rochester?

The typical home went under contract in 59 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Rochester sell over asking?

100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 103.3% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Rochester?

About 0.58% of a home’s value a year in Butler County, or roughly $2,320 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Rochester?

The median sale price was $124,946 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $95 per square foot.

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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology