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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