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LANCASTER, PA 17601

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LANCASTER, PA real estate market (17601) currently shows 126 active listings, with 65 pending sales. Homes are averaging 21 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 21 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 18.1% year-over-year, from $532,950 to $436,325.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 56,164  ·  Density: 647.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $93,194

Typical home value: $296,678  ·  Homeownership: 73.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
126
⇧ 6.8% vs 118 last year
Pending
65
52% pending ratio
Median Price
$436,325
⇩ 18.1% vs $532,950 last year
Average Price
$548,864
⇩ 13.9% vs $637,439 last year
Days on Market
21
⇩ 30% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$217
⇩ 3.1% vs $224/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,132 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 126 this year vs 118 last year
  • Days on market: 21 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $436,325 (-18.1% YoY)
  • Average: $548,864 (-13.9% 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 12.8 miles — 379 listings ($240,108,098 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
17601Lancaster, PA 176010.0 mi88$54,588,776$494,975$620,327
17504Bausman, PA 175043.4 mi1$195,000$195,000$195,000
17602Lancaster, PA 176025.4 mi82$34,717,488$330,950$423,384
17554Mountville, PA 175546.3 mi6$2,035,002$336,875$339,167
17540Leola, PA 175406.9 mi6$2,574,900$437,500$429,150
17543Lititz, PA 175437.6 mi74$53,252,398$612,600$719,627
17584Willow Street, PA 175848.3 mi11$43,669,637$614,900$3,969,967
17512Columbia, PA 175129.3 mi54$24,252,534$326,225$449,121
17516Conestoga, PA 1751610.1 mi6$2,325,000$387,500$387,500
17579Strasburg, PA 1757910.6 mi11$5,283,575$472,075$480,325
17529Gordonville, PA 1752911.6 mi4$1,050,000$262,500$262,500
17368Wrightsville, PA 1736812.5 mi20$10,349,180$531,322$517,459
17557New Holland, PA 1755712.8 mi16$5,814,608$354,975$363,413

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LANCASTER, PA 17601?

As of September 2026, there are 126 active listings in LANCASTER, PA (zip code 17601), compared to 118 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LANCASTER, PA 17601?

The median listing price in LANCASTER, PA 17601 is $436,325 as of September 2026, a 18.1% decrease from $532,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in LANCASTER, PA 17601 spend an average of 21 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LANCASTER, PA 17601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, LANCASTER, PA 17601 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 21 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LANCASTER, PA 17601 save an estimated $8,727 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $436,325. 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.