What Is New York State Alliance MLS (NYSAMLS) in Real Estate?

New York State Alliance MLS (NYSAMLS) is one of the largest Multiple Listing Services in New York, covering Western and Central New York — including Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and surrounding counties. It was formed through a partnership between the Buffalo Niagara, Greater Rochester, and Central New York REALTOR® associations to create a unified MLS network for the region. FSBO sellers can list on NYSAMLS through Brokerless for one flat fee and reach buyers on Realtor.com, Zillow, and other major platforms.

✅ How NYSAMLS Works

  • Regional reach: connects more than 15,000 REALTORS® across Western and Central New York.
  • Consolidated coverage: combines listings from Buffalo Niagara, Greater Rochester, and Central NY into one shared database.
  • Accurate data: brokers update listings daily for real-time price and status accuracy.
  • Buyer visibility: listings appear on national sites plus thousands of local IDX agent websites.
  • Flat-fee access: Brokerless gives sellers full NYSAMLS exposure without paying a 6% commission.

🏠 Property Types Listed on NYSAMLS

The New York State Alliance MLS accepts a wide range of property types across Western and Central New York:

🌐 Why NYSAMLS Matters

  • Provides one unified MLS for the entire Western and Central New York corridor.
  • Enhances collaboration and data sharing among REALTORS® and brokers statewide.
  • Helps FSBO sellers reach buyers from Buffalo to Syracuse with a single MLS listing.
  • Feeds listings to Realtor.com, Zillow, and hundreds of brokerage websites automatically.