The right offer is not always the highest number on paper.
If you are trying to decide how much negotiating room you really have, the answer in Westbury, NY is narrower than many sellers expect. Last month, successful sales closed at about 95.3% of asking, which means buyers are still negotiating, but not from a position of overwhelming leverage. That is the benchmark I would use first when reviewing an offer. In Westbury, NY, the bigger question is not whether to negotiate at all. It is how to judge an offer against the recent pace of the market, the supply available, and the likelihood of attracting something stronger if you wait. That calls for a measured approach, not a reflexive counter on every deal.
The recent market gives sellers enough leverage to be selective, but not enough to ignore grounded offers. Last month, only 8 homes closed, 20 homes moved into contract, and supply was 2.13 months. A typical sale took 64 days, while homes moving into contract did so in 43 days. That tells me serious demand exists, but it does not guarantee endless replacements if you pass on a workable offer.
My read for sellers in Westbury, NY is to judge offers against both price and market position. If your home is priced near the recent pending asking level of $809,500 and the offer comes in near the recent closing pattern, I would treat that seriously. If you are listed closer to the active asking level of $864,999, I would be even more careful about assuming the market will bridge the gap for you. In Westbury, NY, pricing still shapes leverage.
Review every offer against the recent 95.3% closing pattern before you counter. Weigh how long your home has been available against the typical 45 days for active listings and 64 days for closed sales. Counter with purpose, not just for sport. I would also define your walk-away terms before negotiations begin so emotion does not take over once interest shows up.
