Date: December 6, 2025 Market Status: Seller's Market

As we move deeper into the holiday season, the Queens County real estate market is showing resilience. While the winter months traditionally bring a slowdown in activity, the numbers for November 2025 tell a story of stability and opportunity. Home values are holding strong, and inventory is creeping up—creating a unique "Goldilocks" window for savvy market participants before the New Year.

At Educators Realty, we believe in empowering our clients with data, not just headlines. Here is exactly what is happening in your local market right now.

Key Market Stats (November 2025)

  • Median Sold Price: $800,000
  • List-to-Sold Price %: 97.9%
  • Median Days in RPR: 54 Days
  • Months of Inventory: 5.42 Months
  • Market Type: Seller's Market

Deep Dive: Home Prices & Equity
The headline news for November is stability. The Median Estimated Property Value in Queens currently sits at $829,000, which is virtually unchanged from last month (+0.1%) but shows solid growth of +2.8% compared to this time last year.

For homeowners, this is excellent news. It means that despite economic fluctuations, Queens real estate remains a wealth-building asset. The Median Sold Price has settled at $800,000—a 5.26% increase over the last 12 months.

What this means: We aren't seeing the volatility that other markets might be experiencing. Sellers are getting close to their asking price (97.9% List-to-Sold ratio), but buyers are no longer being forced to pay wild premiums over asking.

Inventory & Pace of Market

Is the market slowing down? Yes and no.

Speed: The "Median Days in RPR" (how long a home stays active) jumped to 54 days, a nearly 28% increase month-over-month. This is typical for the holiday season as buyers pause their searches for family festivities.

Supply: We currently have 5.42 months of inventory. This is still technically a "Seller's Market," but it is leaning toward a balanced territory.

The volume of active listings dipped slightly to 2,090 in November, down from October's highs. However, with fewer buyers competing during the holidays, the available inventory feels more accessible to those who are currently looking.

Expert Advice: What Should You Do?

For Buyers
The "Holiday Discount" is Real: With homes sitting on the market for an average of 54 days, you finally have breathing room. Sellers whose homes are still listed in December are often motivated to close before the tax year ends.

Negotiation Power: Properties are selling for roughly 97.9% of their list price. This 2% gap is your opportunity to negotiate closing costs or repairs—something that was impossible earlier in the year.

Watch the Rates: With mortgage rates stabilizing around the 6% mark in New York, your monthly payment is more predictable now than it was in Q3.

For Sellers

Price it Right: The median list price is currently $825,000, which is slightly higher than the median sold price of $800,000. To sell quickly in a 54-day market, you must price in line with the sold data, not the list data.

Equity Gains: You are likely sitting on more equity than you realize. Values are up nearly 5% since last year. This gives you significant leverage if you are looking to move up to a larger home or downsize for retirement.

Ready to Make Your Move?

Whether you are looking to buy your first home in Queens or sell a property to capitalize on recent equity gains, you need a partner who understands the local numbers.

Contact Educators Realty today for a personalized home valuation or buyer consultation.

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Data Sources: RPR Market Activity Report, Queens County, New York (12/6/2025). OneKey MLS Data.