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LANCASTER, PA 17603

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

Market Analysis

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

The LANCASTER, PA real estate market (17603) currently shows 159 active listings, with 87 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 29 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0% year-over-year, from $305,000 to $304,925.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 67,891  ·  Density: 874.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $78,902

Typical home value: $231,069  ·  Homeownership: 61.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
159
⇧ 12.8% vs 141 last year
Pending
87
55% pending ratio
Median Price
$304,925
vs $305,000 last year
Average Price
$461,915
⇧ 9% vs $423,711 last year
Days on Market
33
⇧ 13.8% vs 29 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$200
⇩ 1% vs $202/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,654 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 159 this year vs 141 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 29 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $304,925 (+-0% YoY)
  • Average: $461,915 (+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 12.7 miles — 583 listings ($336,704,471 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
17603Lancaster, PA 176030.0 mi154$71,368,528$326,250$463,432
17551Millersville, PA 175512.6 mi29$13,756,295$463,378$474,355
17601Lancaster, PA 176014.6 mi88$54,588,776$494,975$620,327
17602Lancaster, PA 176025.6 mi82$34,717,488$330,950$423,384
17584Willow Street, PA 175845.9 mi11$43,669,637$614,900$3,969,967
17512Columbia, PA 175127.3 mi54$24,252,534$326,225$449,121
17368Wrightsville, PA 173689.0 mi20$10,349,180$531,322$517,459
17579Strasburg, PA 175799.9 mi11$5,283,575$472,075$480,325
17508Brownstown, PA 1750810.7 mi1$408,900$408,900$408,900
17552Mount Joy, PA 1755210.7 mi54$23,389,560$447,673$433,140
17532Holtwood, PA 1753211.2 mi1$421,200$421,200$421,200
17543Lititz, PA 1754312.0 mi74$53,252,398$612,600$719,627
17501Akron, PA 1750112.7 mi4$1,246,400$275,000$311,600

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LANCASTER, PA 17603?

As of March 2026, there are 159 active listings in LANCASTER, PA (zip code 17603), compared to 141 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LANCASTER, PA 17603?

The median listing price in LANCASTER, PA 17603 is $304,925 as of March 2026, a 0% increase from $305,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LANCASTER, PA 17603 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 29 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LANCASTER, PA 17603?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, LANCASTER, PA 17603 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 29 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 17603 save an estimated $6,099 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $304,925. 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.