Is Port Washington a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Port Washington is currently a seller's market with 1.8 months of supply. 50% of homes sell above asking price, and 50% go pending within two weeks. The Ridley Sell Score for Port Washington is 77/100 (Strong), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Port Washington?

The median home price in Port Washington is $977,000, up 21.4% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $610. Homes sell in a median of 22 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 111%.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Port Washington, New York?

On a $977,000 home in Port Washington, a traditional listing agent charges around $29,310 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $78,160 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $28,311, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save $25,811 while getting full agent support.

How does Ridley's flat fee compare to a traditional Port Washington agent?

A traditional Port Washington listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $29,310 on a $977,000 home. Ridley offers two flat-fee plans: Essentials ($999) with MLS listing, marketing tools, and self-service support, or Pro ($3,499) with a dedicated licensed agent. That saves you $28,311–$25,811 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Port Washington?

The median home in Port Washington currently spends 22 days on the market before going under contract, down 2% from last year. 50% of homes go pending within two weeks. At a 111% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are getting very close to or above asking price. Only 11.1% of listings see a price drop, suggesting sellers can hold firm on pricing.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in New York?

No. New York does not require you to use a real estate agent to sell your home. You can sell independently (FSBO) or use a flat-fee service like Ridley that gives you MLS access, professional tools, and expert support at a fraction of the traditional commission. On a $977,000 home, that could save you up to $25,811.

What's included with Ridley Essentials and Pro?

Ridley offers two plans in New York. Essentials ($999) includes MLS listing distribution, professional listing tools, marketing materials, and self-service support. Pro ($3,499) includes everything in Essentials plus a dedicated licensed agent partner, expert pricing consultation, offer review and negotiation support, contract and deadline management, and full closing coordination. Both save significantly vs. the traditional $29,310 commission.

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Port Washington, NY

Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Port Washington, New York?

The median home in Port Washington sells for $977,000 with prices up 21.4% year-over-year. The average seller pays $29,310 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you $25,811.

Port Washington Real Estate Market Conditions — April 2026

77out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Strong

77/100

Conditions strongly favor sellers — high demand and fast sales.

What this means for sellers

Conditions in Port Washington favor sellers right now. Demand is outpacing supply, and well-priced homes should attract strong interest. Sellers who list now are positioned to sell quickly and close at or above asking price.

Inventory TightnessFavors sellers

1.8 months of supply — well below the 5-month balanced threshold — 25% below the New York average of 2.4.

Price MomentumFavors sellers

Prices up 21.4% year-over-year — vs. +16.2% statewide.

Seller LeverageFavors sellers

Homes selling at 111% of asking — sellers are getting 11% above list on average. New York average is 98.4%.

Bidding ActivityFavors sellers

50% of homes selling above list price — 47% above the New York average of 33.9%.

Sale SpeedFavors sellers

22 median days on market — 54 days faster than the New York average.

Market UrgencyFavors sellers

50% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 16.2% statewide.

Price StabilityNeutral

Only 11.1% of listings have dropped their price — sellers are holding firm. New York average is 13.1%.

Score based on 7 real-time market signals. Updated with latest available data.

How it works →

Median Sale Price

The midpoint price of all homes sold in the past month. Half sold for more, half for less.

$977,000

+21.4%

Days on Market

How long the typical home sits on the market before going under contract. Lower is better for sellers.

-2%

Price per Sq Ft

Average cost per square foot of living space. Useful for comparing homes of different sizes.

$610

Sale-to-List Ratio

How close homes sell to their asking price. Above 100% means bidding wars; below means negotiation room.

111%

Months of Supply

How long it would take to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 3 months favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.

1.8

Seller’s market

Competitiveness

Overall market competition based on offers per listing, days on market, and sale-to-list ratio.

Very Competitive

Sold Above List

Percentage of homes that sold for more than their list price.

50%

Strong demand

Price Drops

Percentage of active listings that had a price reduction.

11.1%

Well-priced market

Pending in 2 Weeks

Percentage of listings that went under contract within 14 days.

50%

Fast-moving

12-Month Price Trend

$1,202,509 → $977,000

▼18.8%

$1.2M$1.0M

MayJulSepNovJanMarApr

Data updated April 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Port Washington?

The average Port Washington homeowner saves $25,811 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $977,000 home.

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That could fund a full kitchen remodel — save 2.6% of your home value

Your Port Washington home value

$977,000

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$29,310

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Port Washington?

The total cost to sell a house in Port Washington in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $29,310 with a traditional 3% commission on a $977,000 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$29,310	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$27,3562.8% avg	$19,540~2% avg	$19,540~2% avg	$27,3562.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$14,655	$14,655	$14,655	$14,655
Total cost	$71,321	$37,694	$35,194	$42,011
Net proceeds	$905,679	$939,306	$941,806	$934,989
You save	—	$33,627	$36,127	$29,310No support