“Nael was incredible throughout the entire process in helping us sell our co-op studio. Would recommend and plan to use his services in the future.”
CENTURY 21 Elite Realty
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Albany real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Albany real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Median sale price
$279K
+5.8%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$293K
+11%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
404
+16%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
189
+4.4%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
264
+21%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
294
+26%
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Albany
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Albany
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Albany
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Albany
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Albany
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Albany
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
15
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).
Inventory patterns in Albany show a modestly fuller pipeline in this rolling three‑month view, with active listings up slightly year over year and months of supply rising to 2.2. At the same time, contract activity is steady rather than surging, as homes sold are down compared with a year ago while pending sales are edging higher, suggesting more deals are in the works than have recently closed.
Price trends are moving upward but not sharply, with the typical home value up a bit more than 5 percent from a year earlier in this rolling period. Sellers are often achieving strong results, as the average sale-to-list ratio is a touch above 101 percent and just over half of recent sales closed above the asking price.
Time on market has shortened notably compared with a year ago, with the median listing going under contract in about two weeks in this rolling window. Conditions still tilt toward sellers, but slightly higher inventory and rising new listings give buyers a few more options than in some past periods, and Agent Pronto can help both buyers and sellers find an agent who understands these dynamics.
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Albany offers its residents a vibrant mix of historic charm, abundant green spaces, and a growing arts and dining scene within a compact, walkable city that supports community and opportunity.
Albany offers a practical mix of historic neighborhoods, major employers, and easy access to the rest of the Capital Region. With a compact footprint, commutes to state offices, medical centers, and campuses are typically short, and quick drives connect residents to Schenectady, Troy, and Saratoga.
Daily life here is built around accessibility. Downtown and the City of Albany provide essential services, while walkable areas around Lark Street offer local restaurants, markets, and coffee shops. The Capital District Transportation Authority supports reliable bus routes and BusPlus lines, making car free or one car living realistic for many households.
Albany’s amenities add convenience for a range of lifestyles. Families value public resources like the Albany City School District and the Albany Public Library. Weekends often revolve around events at the Empire State Plaza, performances at The Egg, and games or concerts at the MVP Arena. Outdoor time is easy to find in neighborhood parks or along the Hudson Riverfront.
Housing options span historic rowhomes, prewar multifamily buildings, and newer developments, each with its own parking, tax, and maintenance considerations. A knowledgeable local agent can explain how factors like snow removal, zoning, and school choice affect specific blocks and buildings. With Agent Pronto connecting you to the right Albany expert, both buying and selling become more straightforward and significantly less stressful.
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“Ricky's experience in the local area, hard-working attitude and positive demeanor make him a great choice for perspective buyers in the Watetown/Fort Drum area!”
eXp Realty
“Después de una larga jornada para lograr comprar nuestra casa, por fin hemos llegado a la meta. 🏡 Queremos agradecer a María de Osorio por su apoyo durante todo este proceso. Siempre estuvo disponible para responder nuestras dudas y preguntas, brindándonos orientación y tranquilidad en cada paso. Definitivamente la recomendaremos a nuestros amigos y familiares. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a hacer realidad este sueño!”
Century 21 Elite Realty
“Working with Nicole Issac was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. She was outstanding in every aspect of the process and truly went above and beyond to help us secure our property. Her patience, professionalism, and dedication made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. Nicole took the time to answer every question, explain every detail, and guide us through each step with confidence and care. No matter how many concerns or requests we had, she remained calm, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire journey. Her knowledge of the market, attention to detail, and commitment to our needs were exceptional. We always felt like a priority, and it was clear that she genuinely cared about helping us find the right home. I would highly recommend Nicole Issac to anyone looking for a trustworthy, hardworking, and patient real estate agent. She exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are incredibly grateful for all of her help.”
Century 21 Full Service Realty
“It was a pleasure to work with Crystal. She was knowledgeable and very responsive to requests. She shared updates as they occurred and came to our home for most of the paperwork signings. From listing to closing it was about 5 weeks to sell our property with 8 offers the first week! Thank you to Crystal the whole process went smoothly. We are very happy. We would list with her again in the future. Thank you. L”
Century 21 Jackson Real Estate
“Claudia was nothing short of amazing to work with during the process of looking for our first home. The whole process was made so much easier knowing we had someone like Claudia looking out for our best interests. She was always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and let us know when something that fit out criteria was available to visit. I would recommend Claudia without hesitation to anybody looking for a real estate agent.”
Century 21 Elite Realty
“I had an incredible experience working with Samuel Okine for my first NYC apartment. From start to finish, he was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping me find the perfect place. Sam's guidance made the entire process stress-free, and I couldn't be happier with my new home. I highly recommend Sam to anyone looking for a trustworthy and professional agent in New York City!”
The Agency Real Estate
“A true professional. Alana is great at what she does .”
Signature Premier Properties
“Brandy was fantastic every step of the way and stayed consistent throughout this entire process. Highly recommended for anyone in need of a realtor.”
Century 21 Elite Realty
“I am glad that I contacted Agent Pronto, so I got to connect with Martha Gaffney. It has been a great pleasure working with her and she worked really hard to get me a house which is well worth it. Thanks Martha and thanks Agent Pronto for the opportunity. ”
Old Towne Living NY Inc.
“I have never seen a realtor agent go above and beyond like Sandy. I willl never work with another agent other than Sandy in the future”
Century 21 Scala Group
“Vesna is a top notch Broker and will always stick to her in the future and will also recommend her to anyone who needs real estate broker”
Century 21 Elite Realty
“My realtor was incredible and very helpful throughout the process of selling my home.”
HomeSmart Premier Living Realty
“We were referred to the Carrillo Agency and worked with Brandi Everett. She was great helping us through the entire buying process. She made sure we were covered by a colleague when she couldn't be there and guided us through the search, bidding and closing process. We can't thank Brandi enough for her help.”
Coldwell Banker
“Virginia worked well with me to sell my home. Communication was easy and she was always on time”
Century 21 Alliance Realty Group
“Sold my house when others couldn't. Sold it fast for asking price. Doesn't get any better than that!”
eXp Realty
“I enjoyed the extra mile as well as ear. Positive when needed, clarity when asked. Imelda's professionalism and experience provided great value and insight, when a smooth situation became more challenging. Imelda has experience that was significan to me, I don't think I would've done this without you. Thank you.”
EXP realty
“Happy to find an agent who was familiar with multi-family across the nation for my purchase.”
Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
“Kevin was very professional and knowledged. He assisted me so much throughout this stressful buying process and worked in any way possible to decrease the load on my shoulders. I would recommend Kevin to my family and friends.”
eXp Realty
“On a whim, I used Agent Pronto, as I was in the market to sell my current apartment. I was connected with Joana Chu, a highly recommended realtor and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I have made.”
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