South Shore,
by the numbers.
The latest numbers for Nassau County and Suffolk County and the towns Brandon knows best, and what they mean if you are buying or selling.
Where the market stands now.
Single-family prices were up in both counties in September: the Nassau median reached $860,000, 2.1% above a year earlier, and Suffolk's reached $740,000, up 2.8%. Homes in both counties went under contract in about 40 days on average, a few days faster than last September.
Nassau County
- $860KMedian sale price+2.1% vs Sept 2025
- 757Homes sold-4.1% vs Sept 2025
- 40Days on market43 a year ago
- 99.8%Of original list price98.9% a year ago
Suffolk County
- $740KMedian sale price+2.8% vs Sept 2025
- 1,041Homes sold+4.6% vs Sept 2025
- 40Days on market44 a year ago
- 101.0%Of original list price100.5% a year ago
Source: OneKey® MLS, Local Market Update, September 2026, single-family homes (current as of October 7, 2026), September 2026. Median prices don't account for sale concessions.
Local markets, side by side.
September 2026. Tap a town for local insight and Brandon's take on it.
| Town | Median sale price | Homes sold in September | Median days on market | Sale-to-list |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrick | $950K | 70 (61 in Sept 2025) | 22 days | 102.1% |
| Bellmore | $855K | 42 (37 in Sept 2025) | 32 days | 101.8% |
| North Bellmore | $850K | 43 (35 in Sept 2025) | 30 days | 102.5% |
| Freeport | $658K | 75 (90 in Sept 2025) | 38 days | 101.5% |
| Baldwin | $730K | 74 (81 in Sept 2025) | 30 days | 102.9% |
Source: Redfin housing market pages, all home types, three months ending September 2026 (read October 26, 2026). Median sale price covers the 3 months ending Sept 2026; other figures are for September 2026.
What's your home worth today?
A personal valuation from Brandon, based on recent comparable sales in your neighborhood, not an automated estimate. Free, with no obligation.
Recently sold.
Closed sales from OneKey® MLS records as shown on Brandon's Zillow profile, October 26, 2026. Includes homes where Brandon represented the buyer.
Local numbers, explained.
Market updates, town guides and plain-English answers for buying and selling on Long Island's South Shore.
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In their own words.
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“Working with Brandon was a pleasure. He helped me & my husband buy our first home. The process can be pretty challenging and frustrating especially in this market, but Brandon was so knowledgeable about the whole process, and most of all he was patient. He really guided us through everything with ease. Answered every question, addressed every concern (and there were plenty). Drove all over to show us houses until we found the one we loved, then he helped us secure it! He was always very communicative and available which is so important, especially once you put in an offer. He was never pushy or trying to gloss anything over. He was up front and honest with us about everything. Even after closing he still checked in with us! I would recommend him to anyone I know who’s looking out on Long Island. Thank you, Brandon!”
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