As winter sets in, the housing market remains firmly in seller territory across the region. Inventory continues to tighten, homes are moving quickly, and competitive offers are still the norm. Here’s your county-by-county breakdown for December 2025:

🍊 Orange County, NY

Spotlight: Seller’s Market with Rising Prices

Orange County leans strongly toward sellers this December, with inventory shrinking and prices climbing.

• Inventory: 3.26 months (↓ 15.54% MoM)
• Sold-to-List Price: 99.5% (↑ 0.34% MoM)
• Median Days on Market: 47
• Median Sold Price: $450,000 (↑ 2.27% MoM)

What this means: Sellers benefit from limited supply and steady price growth. Buyers face tighter competition but can still find fair deals with patience.

🏞️ Rockland County, NY

Spotlight: Strong Seller’s Market, Slight Cooling in Pace

Rockland continues to favor sellers, though the pace has eased slightly.

• Inventory: 2.49 months (↓ 17.55% MoM)
• Sold-to-List Price: 100.7% (↑ 0.4% MoM)
• Median Days on Market: 33 (↑ 3.13% MoM)
• Median Sold Price: $710,000 (↓ 5.33% MoM)

What this means: Sellers still hold the advantage, but buyers may see opportunities as prices dip and days on market lengthen.

🌄 Sussex County, NJ

Spotlight: Fast-Moving Market with Competitive Offers

Sussex remains brisk, with homes selling quickly and above asking.

• Inventory: 1.74 months (↓ 24.35% MoM)
• Sold-to-List Price: 101.3% (↑ 0.77% MoM)
• Median Days on Market: 25 (↓ 24.24% MoM)
• Median Sold Price: $422,500 (↓ 6.52% MoM)

What this means: Sellers can expect rapid offers, though pricing has softened. Buyers must act decisively and be prepared to bid above list.

🏙️ Passaic County, NJ

Spotlight: Hot Seller’s Market with Quick Turnaround

Passaic continues to show strong demand and competitive bidding.

• Inventory: 1.74 months (↓ 24.35% MoM)
• Sold-to-List Price: 101.3% (↑ 0.77% MoM)
• Median Days on Market: 25 (↓ 24.24% MoM)
• Median Sold Price: $422,500 (↓ 6.52% MoM)

What this means: Sellers remain in a prime position. Buyers should move quickly and expect to pay above asking in most cases.

✨ Final Thoughts for December

The winter market is firmly tilted toward sellers, with shrinking inventory and competitive offers across the board. While some counties show slight price dips, demand remains strong, and homes are moving faster than ever. For sellers, December is an opportune time to list. For buyers, preparation and speed are key to securing a home in this competitive landscape.