Essex Junction Housing Update: Prices Ease, Rents Edge Up, Inventory Still Tight
Essex Junction, VT – March 7, 2026 – Home prices dipped year over year while rents climbed modestly, keeping the local market competitive.
Top takeaways
- Median sale price was $395K in January, down 2.9% year over year.
- Homes averaged 55 days on market, faster than last year.
- Average rent reached $1,980, up 2.1% from a year ago.
The Essex Junction housing market remains competitive even as price growth cools. In January 2026, the median sale price was $395,000, a 2.9% decline from a year earlier. Homes sold in an average of 55 days, improving from 67 days last year, with five closed sales reported for the month.
Despite the modest price dip, demand indicators remain strong. Market trackers continue to rate the area as very competitive, with some homes receiving multiple offers. Limited inventory continues to shape negotiations, particularly for well-updated single-family homes.
What’s for sale
Active listings show a broad range of price points. Recent offerings include:
- Single-family homes in the mid-$400Ks to mid-$600Ks.
- Higher-end properties approaching $1.2M.
- Buildable land parcels listed around the mid-$200Ks.
Buyers are seeing occasional price cuts, suggesting sellers are adjusting expectations after the rapid run-ups of recent years.
Rental snapshot
Rents continue to trend upward. As of February 2026, the average apartment rent in Essex Junction is $1,980 per month, up 2.1% year over year. Typical monthly rates are about $1,448 for studios, $1,980 for one-bedrooms, and more than $2,300 for two-bedrooms. With rents well above the national average, affordability remains a key concern for residents.
Policy and planning
Local and regional planning discussions this winter have focused on housing targets and long-term supply. State and regional updates call for municipalities to adopt housing targets by mid-2026, signaling continued attention on increasing production in growth areas.
Overall, Essex Junction shows signs of price stabilization rather than a sharp downturn. Buyers may find slightly more negotiating room than in prior years, while sellers still benefit from limited supply.
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