Seaford market update · October 2026
Seaford NY Housing Market Update: October 2026
Seaford home prices, days on market and what it all means if you’re thinking about selling or buying.
$800,000
Median sale price, 2026
102.5%
Median sale price vs. asking
18 days
Median days on market
101
Homes sold, Jan 1 to Oct 24
The quick answer
Seaford is still a seller’s market
As of late October 2026, the Seaford, NY housing market is still a seller’s market. Single-family homes in the Seaford school district are selling for a median of $800,000 (average $825,861), at 102.5% of asking price, in a median of 18 days.
| Seaford, single-family | 2026 (Jan 1 to Oct 24) | 2025 (full year) |
|---|---|---|
| Homes sold | 101 | 113 |
| Median sale price | $800,000 | $810,000 |
| Median list price | $779,000 | $799,000 |
| Median sale price vs. asking | 102.5% | 102.5% |
| Median days on market | 18 | 21 |
| Median home size | 1,568 sq ft | 1,766 sq ft |
Source: OneKey MLS, single-family homes sold in the Seaford school district, January 1, 2025 to October 24, 2026. Data believed accurate but not guaranteed.
Seaford home prices: why the median looks flat
At first glance, Seaford home prices look flat: the 2026 median sale price ($800,000) is almost identical to 2025’s ($810,000). But the typical Seaford home sold this year was about 200 square feet smaller than last year’s. Buyers are paying about the same money for less house, which means Seaford home values per square foot have gone up.
Market conditions
Is Seaford a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Seaford is a seller’s market right now. Three signs point that way:
Over asking
Homes sell above list price
The typical Seaford home sold for 102.5% of its list price, so a home listed at $800,000 typically sold for about $820,000.
Fast
Homes sell quickly
Half of this year’s sales went under contract in 18 days or less, a few days faster than in 2025.
Steady
Demand is strong
With 101 sales by late October, 2026 is already close to all of 2025’s 113 sales, and well-priced homes are still drawing multiple offers.
For sellers
What this means if you’re selling a house in Seaford
A seller’s market doesn’t mean every home sells itself. The Seaford homes that sell fastest and for the most money have a few things in common.
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Priced from the closest comparable sales
Not a Zestimate. Seaford values change block by block: the school district line north of Jerusalem Avenue, flood zones south of Merrick Road and canal-front lots all move price.
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Paperwork in order
Open permits or missing Certificates of Occupancy from the Town of Hempstead are one of the most common causes of delayed closings.
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Marketed aggressively
Professional photos, a walkthrough video for social media and a Zillow 3D Home Tour put a home in front of the largest pool of buyers, and more buyers competing is what pushes the final price over asking.
Curious what your home could sell for? See the full breakdown on my What’s My Seaford Home Worth? page, or read my guide to selling your Seaford home.
For buyers
What this means if you’re buying a home in Seaford
Expect competition on well-priced homes, especially those in the Seaford school district and near the water. Get pre-approved before you start looking, be ready to move quickly, and don’t be surprised if the winning offer lands above asking. Homes that have sat for a few weeks are where buyers tend to find more room to negotiate.
FAQs
Seaford NY housing market FAQs
What is the median home price in Seaford, NY?
The median sale price for single-family homes in the Seaford school district was $800,000 in 2026 (January 1 to October 24), according to the OneKey MLS. The average sale price was $825,861.
Are home prices going up in Seaford, NY?
Seaford home prices are holding steady at a high level. The median sale price is close to last year’s, but the typical home sold in 2026 was smaller, so buyers are paying more per square foot.
How fast are homes selling in Seaford?
Half of Seaford’s single-family home sales in 2026 went under contract in 18 days or less.
Is now a good time to sell my house in Seaford?
With homes selling quickly and above asking, conditions favor sellers. The right timing depends on where you’re moving next, so it’s worth getting a free pricing review before you decide.