If you own a home on Staten Island — or you’re trying to buy one — you need to know what the market is doing right now. Not last quarter. Not some national average. The actual numbers for Staten Island in March 2026.

I track this data every month for my clients, and here’s the headline: we’re still in a resilient seller’s market with tight inventory, steady price appreciation, and buyers who are finally adjusting to today’s mortgage environment. Let me break it all down.

The Numbers: Staten Island Market Snapshot — March 2026

Here are the key figures shaping every transaction on the Island right now:

• Median Sale Price: $755,000 — up 3.4% year-over-year
• January 2026 Median: $741,000 (+4.4% YoY) with a median price per sq. ft. of $478 (+5.2% YoY)
• Active Listings: Approximately 887 — roughly 29% below balanced market norms
• Months of Supply: 2.7 months (a balanced market sits at 5–6)
• Average Days on Market: 78 days — down 12.7% from this time last year
• 30-Year Fixed Rate: ~6.23% for well-qualified buyers (Fannie Mae projects 5.9% by year-end)

The bottom line? Sellers are still winning, but buyers have a little more breathing room than during the frenzy years. Homes priced correctly and in good condition are still drawing multiple offers. Overpriced listings are sitting — and that gives smart buyers an opening.

Why Inventory Stays So Tight

Here’s the question every buyer asks me: “Where are all the listings?” The answer is what I call the rate-lock effect. Thousands of Staten Island homeowners refinanced between 2020 and 2022 at rates of 2.5–3.5%. With today’s rate hovering around 6.23%, many of them simply can’t afford to move — because trading their current mortgage for a new one at double the rate doesn’t make financial sense.

Until rates drop meaningfully, or until life forces a move (job relocation, family change, estate sale), those homes stay off the market. That’s structural, not cyclical — meaning inventory will stay constrained through most of 2026.

For sellers, this is great news. For buyers, it means you need to be ready to act quickly and work with an agent who knows what’s coming to market before it’s publicly listed. That’s exactly what I do for my buyer clients. If you’re planning to move to Staten Island in 2026, let’s start that conversation now.

Neighborhood-by-Neighborhood Breakdown

Staten Island isn’t a monolith — prices and conditions vary significantly across the borough. Here’s what I’m seeing in the neighborhoods I work most:

Great Kills & Eltingville

The Great Kills and Eltingville corridor continues to be one of the best value propositions on the South Shore. The median sale price in Great Kills is around $705,000, up 4% year-over-year. Homes here average 43 days on market — faster than the borough-wide average — which tells you demand is strong. Eltingville offers a wider price range, from mid-$500s for solid single-family homes up to $3.5M for waterfront estates.

Todt Hill & Grymes Hill

The prestige enclaves of Todt Hill and Grymes Hill remain the Island’s luxury stronghold. Listings here regularly exceed $1.5 million, and inventory is particularly scarce. If you’re a buyer targeting this market, patience and preparation are everything — quality listings move fast when priced right.

Annadale & Arden Heights

Annadale and Arden Heights are seeing median prices from $700,000 to well over $1 million for larger colonials. This is a family-first neighborhood with newer construction mixed in with established homes. I’m seeing strong buyer interest from Brooklynites who’ve done the math and realized they can get significantly more home for their money by crossing the Verrazzano.

St. George & North Shore

St. George offers the Island’s most accessible entry point. With the Staten Island Ferry providing free, fast access to lower Manhattan, and median prices for single-family homes around $539,500, this is a great option for NYC buyers. The North Shore waterfront development projects are adding further momentum.

What This Means If You’re Selling in Spring 2026

Spring is traditionally Staten Island’s strongest selling season, and 2026 is shaping up to be competitive. With only 887 active listings across the entire borough, well-priced homes in desirable neighborhoods will attract serious buyers. Three things I recommend for sellers:

1. Price it right from day one. Overpriced homes are sitting. The 78-day average DOM reflects buyer selectivity at 6.23% rates.
2. Presentation matters more than ever. Professional photography, staging, and pre-listing repairs are non-negotiable.
3. Understand your net proceeds. Use my NYC Closing Cost Calculator to get a clear picture of what you’ll walk away with after NYC transfer taxes, attorney fees, and commissions.

What This Means If You’re Buying in Spring 2026

Buying right now takes preparation and speed. Four things every buyer needs:

1. Get pre-approved now. In this market, listings can receive offers within days. If you’re not pre-approved, you’re not in the game.
2. Know your affordability number. Use my NYC Home Affordability Calculator and the Rent vs. Buy Calculator to model the real numbers.
3. Check your grant eligibility. Use the First-Time Buyer Grant Calculator — NYC programs can provide tens of thousands in down payment assistance.
4. Consider the Staten Island advantage. At a median of $755K, you’re getting substantially more home than Brooklyn’s $900K+ median.

The 2026 Price Forecast: Should You Wait?

I get asked this constantly: “Should I wait for prices to drop?” My honest, data-backed answer: waiting is a losing strategy for most people.

Major housing forecasters project 3–4% appreciation in Staten Island for 2026 — in line with the 3.4% already recorded. Rates are expected to ease modestly to around 5.9% by Q4 2026. But if prices rise another 3.5% and rates only drop 0.3%, your monthly payment on the same house could be higher in six months. The buyers winning in this market buy when it makes financial sense for them — not when they think prices will be perfect.

Frequently Asked Questions: Staten Island Real Estate Market 2026

Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market on Staten Island right now?

As of March 2026, Staten Island is a seller’s market. With only 887 active listings and 2.7 months of supply, sellers hold the advantage. However, homes average 78 days on market, meaning overpriced listings will sit while well-priced homes attract multiple offers.

What is the median home price on Staten Island in 2026?

The median sale price on Staten Island is approximately $755,000 as of early 2026, a 3.4% year-over-year increase. Prices range from around $539,500 in St. George to well over $1.5 million in Todt Hill.

How long does it take to sell a home on Staten Island?

The average home on Staten Island is spending about 78 days on the market as of early 2026 — down 12.7% from a year ago. Homes priced correctly in Great Kills, Annadale, and Eltingville are selling faster, often with multiple offers.