Market Intelligence Report — NY-460

Olean, NY

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-NY-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Accelerated

Median Listing

$190K
-14.6% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.76
-1.8% YoY

Active Inventory

230
-1.1% YoY

Median DOM

71 Days
-4.4% YoY

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The Olean market is currently assessed as Accelerated, driven by a pending ratio of 0.76, indicating robust demand relative to available inventory. Despite a decline in the pending ratio year-over-year, absorption remains elevated. The median listing price increased 2.6% month-over-month to $189,900.

Local Market Signals

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Olean market right now.

Active listings have shown a marginal contraction of 1.1% over the past year, while new listings have decreased more substantially by 13.9% year-over-year. Concurrently, the median listing price has declined by 14.6% year-over-year, despite a recent month-over-month increase. The pending ratio has observed a modest year-over-year decline of 1.8 percentage points, indicating a slight easing in the pace of demand absorption compared to the prior year. Median days on market have compressed by 4.4% year-over-year.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$190K+2.6% MoM

Active Inventory

230-1.1% YoY

Days on Market

71-4.4% YoY

Sold Score™

80-1.8% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

80
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

With a pending ratio of 0.76, the market exhibits considerable demand absorption pressure on existing supply, facilitating a faster transaction pace. The current inventory dynamics, characterized by contracting active and new listings, suggest that properties are moving quickly once listed. This environment generally necessitates timely decision-making from prospective purchasers to secure available properties.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price has declined by 10.9% year-over-year, alongside a 7.1% year-over-year reduction in median $/sqft. The average listing price ($281,154) remains notably higher than the median listing price ($189,900), suggesting continued bifurcation and softness at higher price points within the market segment.

Supply Dynamics

230 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 62 per month.

Pricing Pressure
13.7%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +0.1% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -7.1% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.76

Pending-to-active ratio — Accelerated.

Recommended For This Market

Accelerated

Selling in Olean, NY? Homes here are taking 3 days less to sell than last year.

Demand in Olean, NY is outpacing supply. Well-prepared listings are still clearing quickly — pricing to the current pace matters more than waiting.

Buyer Demand Index
76%
Median Days on Market
71 days
Inventory YoY
−1%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Olean, NY
CBSA Code
36460
State
NY
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Olean?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Olean metro is classified as Accelerated. Pending ratio is 0.76 with median days on market at 71.

  • Are home prices dropping in Olean?+

    Median listing price is $190K, -14.6% year over year. 13.7% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Olean?+

    The typical listing sits 71 days on market, a -4.4% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 62 per month.

  • What's happening in the Olean luxury market?+

    The average listing price has declined by 10.9% year-over-year, alongside a 7.1% year-over-year reduction in median $/sqft. The average listing price ($281,154) remains notably higher than the median listing price ($189,900), suggesting continued bifurcation and softness at higher price points within the market segment.

  • Where can I find a trusted Olean real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Olean agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 36460 · 36mo history