Central Albany’s rolling three-month snapshot through September 2026 shows some sharp short-term moves. Typical home values are up strongly month over month, and the median list price jumped by nearly 14 percent in the same period, even as active listings dropped by almost 29 percent. Homes sold surged by more than 80 percent compared with the prior three-month span, while new listings fell by a third, tightening options for shoppers. Buyers are also seeing fewer choices than a year ago, with active listings down nearly 40 percent year over year.
Looking beyond the short-term swings, prices are only modestly higher than a year ago. The typical home value is up just over 1 percent annually, but the median list price has climbed more than 30 percent year over year, suggesting sellers are testing higher price points. Inventory has thinned compared with last year, and months of supply is lower than the broader Albany market, reinforcing Central Albany’s current seller’s market positioning.
Speed has shifted notably, with the median days on market stretching to 71 days in this rolling view, up about 18 percent from a year ago and considerably longer than earlier in 2026. Only about 18 percent of homes are selling above list, and the average sale-to-list price ratio sits just under 97 percent, indicating some room for negotiation despite tight supply. Whether you are a buyer trying to navigate limited inventory or a seller aiming to price strategically, Agent Pronto can connect you with a Central Albany agent who understands these trends.
