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Schenectady County Housing Market Trends
Market Summary
Property Focus is a top real estate property search platform that provides in-depth property insights, transaction histories, and ownership data across the U.S. In the past 12 months, Schenectady County saw 2,060 residential properties sold. As of June 2026, the median price for a single-family home is $278,523, with a median AVM value of $304,000 for properties sold in the last year.
There are 2,747 involuntary liens on 1,627 properties, 220 in pre-foreclosure, and 36,098 properties with more than 50% equity in Schenectady County. The market also includes 16,959 fully paid-off homes, offering unique opportunities for buyers and investors.
Market Stats Overview
Total Residential Properties
49,190
Total Home Sales
2,042 12 mo. trend
Median Home Price
$278,52312 mo. trend
Average Loan-to-Value
28.8%
Current Pre-foreclosures
220
% of Properties in Distress
0.45%
Total Involuntary Liens
2,747
% of High Equity Homes
73.38%
Markets Nearby Schenectady County
The cities and zip codes below highlight the highest-value real estate markets within Schenectady County, ranked by median home sale prices. Top areas include Ballston Lake ($482,000), Burnt Hills ($437,000), 12019 ($482,000), and 12027 ($437,000), which have commanded the highest median prices in the local housing market over the past 12 months. These areas represent the most valuable residential properties in the county. Search nearby counties to discover their top markets.