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SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cumberland County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SHIPPENSBURG, PA real estate market (17257) currently shows 61 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 85 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 13.6% year-over-year, from $297,950 to $338,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,635  ·  Density: 96.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,055

Typical home value: $203,543  ·  Homeownership: 66.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
61
⇩ 10.3% vs 68 last year
Pending
22
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$338,500
⇧ 13.6% vs $297,950 last year
Average Price
$348,118
⇧ 8.9% vs $319,635 last year
Days on Market
85
⇧ 39.3% vs 61 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$175
⇧ 7.4% vs $163/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,812 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 61 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 85 now vs 61 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $338,500 (+13.6% YoY)
  • Average: $348,118 (+8.9% 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 19.8 miles — 229 listings ($95,310,187 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
17257Shippensburg, PA 172570.0 mi63$22,603,518$340,250$358,786
17244Orrstown, PA 172449.6 mi5$1,543,425$301,225$308,685
17222Fayetteville, PA 1722210.4 mi44$16,127,716$358,575$366,539
17307Biglerville, PA 1730711.7 mi13$5,969,990$411,675$459,230
17210Amberson, PA 1721013.2 mi1$1,200,000$1,200,000$1,200,000
17303Arendtsville, PA 1730313.4 mi4$827,800$206,950$206,950
17304Aspers, PA 1730414.6 mi5$1,852,375$370,475$370,475
17265Upperstrasburg, PA 1726515.0 mi2$471,350$235,675$235,675
17065Mount Holly Springs, PA 1706515.4 mi5$1,490,975$296,249$298,195
17219Doylesburg, PA 1721916.0 mi1$219,900$219,900$219,900
17015Carlisle, PA 1701516.4 mi80$40,667,520$472,990$508,344
17221Fannettsburg, PA 1722117.5 mi2$597,350$298,675$298,675
17252Saint Thomas, PA 1725219.8 mi4$1,738,268$454,900$434,567

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257?

As of March 2026, there are 61 active listings in SHIPPENSBURG, PA (zip code 17257), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257?

The median listing price in SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257 is $338,500 as of March 2026, a 13.6% increase from $297,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257 spend an average of 85 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 61 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257 save an estimated $6,770 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $338,500. 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.