Which Properties Sell the Fastest in York?

Selling a home in York? Some move faster than others. And if you’re wondering where your property stands in the pecking order, we’ve got the latest data to help you gauge your odds. 

We’ll walk you through the types of homes and bedroom counts that are flying off the shelves, and those that are hanging around longer than expected.

What does the data say?

The average time on market for properties in York rose from 122 days to 138 days over the year to June 2025, according to market data. That’s an increase of 13%. But dig into the detail and you’ll see a very mixed picture depending on what you’re selling.

Let’s start with property types. Detached homes are taking the longest to sell, with an average of 135 days on the market. Flats are close behind at 185 days. Semis and terraces are shifting slightly quicker, but not by much: 104 days and 114 days respectively.

Now, if we switch to median times on market (which avoids a few slow movers skewing the average), detached homes have held steady at 71 days. Semis dipped to 64 days, terraced homes jumped up to 75 days and flats crept up to 95 days.

So, on balance, semi-detached homes are selling the fastest in York right now. Terraces were previously quicker to shift but have seen a 27% increase in median selling time over the past year.

Bedrooms make a difference

The number of bedrooms has a big impact too. Looking at averages, 1-bed and 2-bed properties are currently taking the longest: 194 and 147 days respectively. Three-beds are around 102 days, while 4-beds are up to 134. Interestingly, 5+ bedroom homes have seen a small improvement, dropping from 188 to 180 days.

But again, medians tell a different story. The median time for 5+ bedroom homes is just 71 days, down 23% from last year. Three-beds come in second at 62 days, while four-bed homes have jumped to 83 days.

That suggests the fastest sellers by bedroom count are five-beds and three-beds. One-bed homes, by contrast, are taking a median of 100 days to go.

Why are some homes selling faster?

A few things are driving the differences:

• Semi-detached homes and three-beds tend to hit the sweet spot for buyers. They offer enough space at a manageable price.
• Five-bedroom homes might be shifting fast thanks to a limited supply of high-end family properties and flexible living demand.
• One-bedroom flats are often bought by investors or first-time buyers, both of whom are more cautious in slower markets.

It’s worth noting that supply has changed too. The total number of homes for sale in York jumped 27% in the past year, from 1,246 to 1,579 listings. The biggest increases were for flats (+40%) and two-bed homes (+43%). That kind of jump gives buyers more choice and puts pressure on sellers.

If you’re planning to list your property soon, it’s also worth paying attention to how interest levels shift by season. Spring and early summer tend to see the most buyer activity, while winter months often slow down. That doesn’t mean you can’t sell outside of peak periods, but timing your listing well can help reduce the risk of your home sitting on the market for longer than necessary.

Prices are steady, not soaring

The average house price in York was £305,000 in March 2025, down 1.6% from the previous year, government data revealed. That bucks the wider Yorkshire trend, where prices rose 9.5%. Detached properties saw the biggest dip in York at -2.9%, while terraced home prices held steady.

So while some homes are still shifting fast, sellers should be realistic. High listing numbers and slight price dips mean that presentation, pricing and marketing all matter more than ever.

York vs the neighbours

Need some perspective? York’s average time on market is 138 days. Compare that with:

• 135 days in Leeds
• 147 days in Sheffield
• 185 days in Harrogate
• 77 days in nearby Selby

So York sits somewhere in the middle. It’s slower than commuter zones like Selby, but quicker than areas with pricier stock like Harrogate.

See how fast you could move

Selling in a market like this means you’ll want every edge. That means:

• Pricing smartly from the start
• Highlighting anything that adds flexibility or appeal, like a home office, garden or energy-efficient upgrades
• Using photos and floor plans that actually help buyers imagine themselves living there

You can also explore options like selling directly to a cash house buyer.

At Sell House Fast, we specialise in buying homes quickly for cash, often completing in a matter of days. We’ll buy any property in York, regardless of condition or type. That includes those that would otherwise sit on the market for months.If you want to skip the delays and the faff and sell your home in York fast, just enter your postcode to get started.