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Syracuse Days on Market Climb to 52 as Sellers Offer Deeper Discounts
Properties in Onondaga County now sit unsold for nearly two months on average while vendors cut asking prices by 6.8 percent to move inventory.
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Average days on market for single-family homes in Syracuse reached 52 in the second quarter of 2026, the longest stretch recorded since 2023, while vendors discounted listings by an average of 6.8 percent off original prices.
The shift follows a period of flat mortgage rates that have held near 6.4 percent since March and left many buyers waiting for clearer signals on affordability. Local agents report that listings priced above $350,000 now require multiple price reductions before attracting offers, a change from the quick sales seen in 2024.
Neighborhood shifts around key landmarks
Homes near the Erie Canal Museum on Erie Boulevard East averaged 61 days on market through June, with final sales prices 7.2 percent below initial asks. In the Strathmore neighborhood south of Westcott Street, 14 properties closed in the past 90 days after an average of 48 days listed and discounts that reached 8.1 percent on three-bedroom colonials. The Greater Syracuse Association of Realtors tracked 187 active listings citywide at the end of June, up 22 percent from the same date in 2025.
Data released by the association on July 2 showed median sale price holding at $248,000, little changed from last year, yet the share of homes selling at or above asking price fell to 31 percent from 47 percent twelve months earlier. Inventory in the University Hill corridor near Syracuse University increased to 29 active listings, the highest count since 2022.
Next steps for buyers and sellers
Sellers planning to list before Labor Day should review recent closed sales on Onondaga County property records and set initial prices 3 to 5 percent below comparable values to shorten marketing time. Buyers can target listings that have been on the market beyond 45 days and request inspections that include sewer scope and roof evaluation before making offers. The next monthly report from the association is scheduled for August 5.
This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.