If you are looking to buy or sell a home in New York, the market is moving quickly in several cities across the state. According to recent data from Redfin, three of the four upstate New York cities are among the fastest in the country for home sales.

These fast-paced markets are driven by a mix of affordability, stable local economies, and a limited number of available homes. Buyers are looking for more affordable options compared to larger urban areas, and these New York cities are attracting interest for their balance of price and quality of life.

Rochester

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Rochester is currently at the top, with homes selling in a median of just 13 days.

Buffalo

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Buffalo follows closely at 16 days.

Albany

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Albany, which continues to gain attention for its growing housing demand, sees homes selling in about 25 days.

These Upstate New York Cities Are Selling Homes Fast

While markets like Albany may not have the same rapid turnover as Rochester or Buffalo, they are still moving much faster than the national average. The quick sales highlight how competitive the housing landscape has become in these parts of the state.

New York’s housing activity continues to stand out in a national market that is anything but predictable.

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