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LYKENS, PA 17048

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

Market Analysis

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

The LYKENS, PA real estate market (17048) currently shows 18 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 23.3% year-over-year, from $187,450 to $143,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 63.6% vs 11 last year
Pending
3
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$143,700
⇩ 23.3% vs $187,450 last year
Average Price
$156,246
⇩ 60.4% vs $394,133 last year
Days on Market
41
⇧ 70.8% vs 24 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$71
⇩ 50.3% vs $143/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,621 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 11 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 24 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $143,700 (-23.3% YoY)
  • Average: $156,246 (-60.4% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.1 miles — 112 listings ($29,153,100 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
17048Lykens, PA 170480.0 mi16$2,756,320$147,750$172,270
17080Pillow, PA 170804.7 mi1$200,000$200,000$200,000
17098Williamstown, PA 170985.2 mi6$1,100,202$165,200$183,367
17830Herndon, PA 178306.7 mi3$807,900$294,900$269,300
17867Rebuck, PA 178677.8 mi1$229,000$229,000$229,000
17032Halifax, PA 170329.0 mi13$6,159,842$504,900$473,834
17061Millersburg, PA 170619.5 mi17$3,490,763$209,950$205,339
17864Port Trevorton, PA 1786411.6 mi1$706,750$706,750$706,750
17881Trevorton, PA 1788112.3 mi6$737,412$145,000$122,902
17038Jonestown, PA 1703813.3 mi14$4,406,108$274,450$314,722
17045Liverpool, PA 1704514.6 mi5$1,073,665$200,000$214,733
17827Freeburg, PA 1782716.0 mi3$644,850$214,950$214,950
17801Sunbury, PA 1780116.1 mi26$6,840,288$184,750$263,088

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 18 active listings in LYKENS, PA (zip code 17048), compared to 11 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in LYKENS, PA 17048 is $143,700 as of March 2026, a 23.3% decrease from $187,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LYKENS, PA 17048 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 24 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 March 2026, LYKENS, PA 17048 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 24 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 $2,874 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $143,700. 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.