Market Intelligence Report — NY-380

Rochester, NY

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

Ref. No: 2026-NY-05
As of the latest 2026 data
Very Competitive

Median Listing

$330K
+10.0% YoY

Pending Ratio

2.12
-8.3% YoY

Active Inventory

952
+28.1% YoY

Median DOM

24 Days
-17.2% YoY

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The Rochester housing market is currently very competitive, evidenced by a pending ratio of 2.12. This indicates strong demand absorption relative to available inventory, despite a year-over-year decline in the pending ratio.

Market Analysis

What's moving the Rochester market right now.

Active listings have increased by 28.1% year-over-year, while new listings saw a more modest 5.7% year-over-year rise. The median listing price has demonstrated a significant increase of 10.0% month-over-month and year-over-year, alongside a 7.1% year-over-year growth in median price per square foot. Median days on market have decreased by 17.2% year-over-year, suggesting a faster transaction pace.

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Keller Williams Realty

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Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$330K+10.0% MoM

Active Inventory

952+28.1% YoY

Days on Market

24-17.2% YoY

Sold Score™

82-8.3% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

82
Jun 23May 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Jun 23May 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Jun 23Jan 24Aug 24Mar 25Oct 25May 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

The elevated pending ratio suggests that purchasers face considerable competition, leading to a swift absorption of available properties. The contracting median days on market further underscores the rapid pace of transactions. This environment places pressure on buyers to act decisively, while sellers are experiencing favorable conditions for price discipline.

Luxury Segment

No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

Supply Dynamics

952 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 1,112 per month.

Pricing Pressure
3.7%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -0.3% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

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

Absorption
2.12

Pending-to-active ratio — Very Competitive.

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Rochester, NY
CBSA Code
40380
State
NY

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Rochester?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Rochester metro is classified as Very Competitive. Pending ratio is 2.12 with median days on market at 24.

  • Are home prices dropping in Rochester?+

    Median listing price is $330K, +10.0% year over year. 3.7% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Rochester?+

    The typical listing sits 24 days on market, a -17.2% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 1,112 per month.

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

    No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

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

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Rochester 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 40380 · 36mo history