Episode 97: What’s Driving the Hudson Valley Housing Market Right Now—and What’s Next

Episode 97 of Building Knowledge takes a deep dive into the Hudson Valley’s real estate sales markets with special guest Vlora Sejdi, President of the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR), marking her first appearance on the podcast.Vlora breaks down what the latest OneKey Multiple Listing Service data reveals about sales activity, pricing, and market conditions across Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Orange, and Sullivan counties, as well as the Bronx, spanning single-family homes, co-ops, and condominiums.The conversation also explores how buyer sentiment in the Hudson Valley has evolved in recent months, the factors that could slow the region’s housing markets in 2026, and where Vlora sees opportunities and challenges ahead. In addition, she shares her perspective on whether state and local policymakers are gaining a clearer understanding of New York’s ongoing affordable and workforce housing crisis—and what gives her reason for optimism as the region looks toward 2026.