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LANCASTER, PA 17603

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lancaster County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
156
⇧ 48.6% vs 105 last year
Pending
70
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$298,675
⇩ 3.6% vs $309,925 last year
Average Price
$434,242
⇩ 8.2% vs $473,062 last year
Days on Market
45
vs 45 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The LANCASTER, PA real estate market (17603) currently shows 156 active listings, with 70 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 51 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has fallen 3.6% year-over-year, from $309,925 to $298,675.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 156 this year vs 105 last year
  • Days on market: 45 now vs 45 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $298,675 (-3.6% YoY)
  • Average: $434,242 (-8.2% 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 12.0 miles — 435 listings ($223,710,448 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
17603Lancaster, PA 176030.0 mi156$67,741,752$298,675$434,242
17551Millersville, PA 175512.6 mi26$12,095,200$445,677$465,200
17601Lancaster, PA 176014.6 mi88$53,888,032$499,900$612,364
17516Conestoga, PA 175165.5 mi3$1,799,850$599,950$599,950
17520East Petersburg, PA 175205.9 mi10$8,676,600$949,900$867,660
17538Landisville, PA 175386.2 mi8$4,009,600$537,500$501,200
17565Pequea, PA 175658.4 mi4$1,233,200$325,000$308,300
17505Bird In Hand, PA 175059.2 mi3$1,260,000$420,000$420,000
17579Strasburg, PA 175799.9 mi12$5,972,532$524,900$497,711
17508Brownstown, PA 1750810.7 mi2$837,800$418,900$418,900
17552Mount Joy, PA 1755210.7 mi55$22,426,250$410,990$407,750
17532Holtwood, PA 1753211.2 mi2$820,000$410,000$410,000
17543Lititz, PA 1754312.0 mi66$42,949,632$596,865$650,752

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 156 active listings in LANCASTER, PA (zip code 17603), compared to 105 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in LANCASTER, PA 17603 is $298,675 as of January 2026, a 3.6% decrease from $309,925 the prior year.

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

Homes in LANCASTER, PA 17603 spend an average of 45 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 45 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 January 2026, LANCASTER, PA 17603 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 51 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

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 $5,974 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $298,675. 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.