Walden, NY—12586
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Walden, NY
Walden, NY lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $414,000 | 2.5% |
| Single Family | $415,000 | 2.2% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $331,000 | 2.2% |
3 Bed | $401,000 | 2.3% |
4 Bed | $509,000 | 3.7% |
| 5 Bed | $520,000 | 2.2% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Walden, NY
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Walden, NY is $1,970, with a year-over-year rent change of -3.0%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Walden, NY is 1-bedrooms: $1,500, 2-bedrooms: $1,920, 3-bedrooms: $2,410. The most common rental property sizes in Walden, NY are 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 43.8% and 33.7% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,900 | $1,970 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,390 | $1,500 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,850 | $1,920 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $2,180 | $2,410 |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Walden, NY
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Walden, NY is 49. This is a increase of 27.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 11.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $461,000 | 7.0% |
Listing Count | 54 | 16.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.6% | 16.0% |
Days on Market | 49 | 27.0% |
Demographics — Walden, NY
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Walden, NY has a population of 12,900, which has increased by 6.1% over the past 5 years. Walden, NY is a popular place for families, as children make up 27.1% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 27.1% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 9.6% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 12,900 | 6.1% |
% Under 18 | 27.1% | 7.1% |
% Seniors | 12.8% | -1.5% |
% WFH | 9.6% | 166.7% |
% w/ College Degree | 27.1% | 3.4% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Walden, NY is a predominantly white area, with 60.7% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 17.8% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Walden, NY is hispanic, making up 22.8% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 12.2% of the population in Walden, NY, and this percentage has increased by 96.8% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 60.7% | -17.8% |
% Black | 7.1% | -22.8% |
% Hispanic | 22.8% | 56.2% |
% Asian | 2.3% | 64.3% |
% Foreign Born | 12.2% | 96.8% |
Mortgage and Risk — Walden, NY
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 176 mortgage originations in Walden, NY, of which 80.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 61.0%, with 32.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Walden, NY. Investor activity is low, as 3.0% of loans were by investors. 14.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 176 |
% Conventional Loans | 80.0% |
% Government Loans | 20.0% |
% Investor Loans | 3.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 14.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Walden, NY
Walden, NY lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 128 |
Total Units Section 8 | 128 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 8.9% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 90.7% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $30 | $1,390 | $1,420 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$30 | $1,850 | $1,820 |
| 3 Bedroom | $140 | $2,180 | $2,320 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $2,510 |
Affordability — Walden, NY
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.8 |
| Median Home Price | $414,000 |
| Median Household Income | $94,100 |