Jeff Stevens Real Estate

DUTCHESS COUNTY

Hudson Valley, NY

A region that went from weekend-getaway destination to full-time relocation magnet — especially Beacon, which has become one of New York's most talked-about small cities.

MARKET SNAPSHOT — BEACON, NY

Current Market Conditions

Source: RPR Market Activity Report — March 2026

$577K

Median Sold Price

March 2026

150

Avg Days on Market

March 2026

97.1%

Sold / List Price

March 2026

3.5

Months of Supply

March 2026

Seller's Market — More Negotiating Room

Beacon offers a more measured pace than Long Island or Westchester — 150 median days on market and a 97.1% sold/list ratio mean buyers have more room to evaluate and negotiate. Estimated median value: $564,130 — up +1.2% year over year.

ABOUT BEACON

Why Buyers Are Moving to Beacon

  • Vibrant Main Street arts district with galleries, restaurants, and shops
  • Home to Dia Beacon, one of the world's leading contemporary art museums
  • Metro-North Hudson Line to Grand Central — approx. 80 min to Midtown
  • More affordable than Westchester at a comparable lifestyle quality
  • Strong community of remote workers, artists, and young families

SCHOOLS

Beacon City School District

The Beacon City School District serves approximately 2,800 students. The district has been investing in its facilities and programs as the city's population grows and diversifies. Beacon High School is the district's flagship.

COMMUTE

Getting to New York City

  • Metro-North Hudson Line — approx. 80 min to Grand Central Terminal
  • I-84 and I-87 (NYS Thruway) for driving commuters
  • Popular for remote workers who commute 1–3 days per week

Considering the Hudson Valley?

Beacon and the surrounding Hudson Valley have captured the attention of buyers priced out of NYC and Westchester. Jeff can help you navigate this market.

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