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LYKENS, PA 17048

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Dauphin County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 100% vs 9 last year
Pending
6
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$177,000
⇩ 8.6% vs $193,700 last year
Average Price
$191,820
⇩ 53.4% vs $411,333 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 55.3% vs 47 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,611  ·  Density: 41.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,311

Typical home value: $138,723  ·  Homeownership: 70.5%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The LYKENS, PA real estate market (17048) currently shows 18 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.6% year-over-year, from $193,700 to $177,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $177,000 (-8.6% YoY)
  • Average: $191,820 (-53.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.0 miles — 110 listings ($29,385,657 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
17048Lykens, PA 170480.0 mi18$3,452,760$177,000$191,820
17080Pillow, PA 170804.7 mi1$200,000$200,000$200,000
17098Williamstown, PA 170985.2 mi7$1,294,650$172,450$184,950
17830Herndon, PA 178306.7 mi4$1,103,600$297,400$275,900
17867Rebuck, PA 178677.8 mi1$229,000$229,000$229,000
17032Halifax, PA 170329.0 mi15$6,369,210$399,900$424,614
17061Millersburg, PA 170619.5 mi15$3,020,250$177,000$201,350
17864Port Trevorton, PA 1786411.6 mi2$1,838,000$919,000$919,000
17881Trevorton, PA 1788112.3 mi6$752,412$150,000$125,402
17038Jonestown, PA 1703813.3 mi7$2,245,075$312,450$320,725
17028Grantville, PA 1702814.5 mi7$5,361,825$567,000$765,975
17866Coal Township, PA 1786615.7 mi25$2,724,075$104,900$108,963
17860Paxinos, PA 1786016.0 mi2$794,800$397,400$397,400

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LYKENS, PA 17048?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in LYKENS, PA (zip code 17048), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LYKENS, PA 17048?

The median listing price in LYKENS, PA 17048 is $177,000 as of January 2026, a 8.6% decrease from $193,700 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LYKENS, PA?

Homes in LYKENS, PA 17048 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LYKENS, PA 17048?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LYKENS, PA 17048 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LYKENS, PA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LYKENS, PA 17048 save an estimated $3,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $177,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.