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BETHLEHEM, PA 18017

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 18017

Central Bethlehem · Northeast Bethlehem (North Side) · West Bethlehem (West Side)

Market Analysis

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

The BETHLEHEM, PA real estate market (18017) currently shows 81 active listings, with 48 pending sales. Homes are averaging 30 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.7% year-over-year, from $547,000 to $477,425.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,587  ·  Density: 935.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $82,694

Typical home value: $290,579  ·  Homeownership: 67.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
— vs 81 last year
Pending
48
59% pending ratio
Median Price
$477,425
⇩ 12.7% vs $547,000 last year
Average Price
$561,258
⇩ 7.7% vs $608,256 last year
Days on Market
30
⇩ 9.1% vs 33 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$210
⇧ 1.9% vs $206/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,412 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 30 now vs 33 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $477,425 (-12.7% YoY)
  • Average: $561,258 (-7.7% 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 10.5 miles — 405 listings ($247,654,773 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18017Bethlehem, PA 180170.0 mi54$32,455,620$519,950$601,030
18109Allentown, PA 181093.2 mi23$6,837,440$319,675$297,280
18032Catasauqua, PA 180324.2 mi19$9,635,451$553,500$507,129
18101Allentown, PA 181015.9 mi5$944,355$193,675$188,871
18105Allentown, PA 181056.1 mi1$729,000$729,000$729,000
18067Northampton, PA 180676.2 mi42$16,330,398$363,175$388,819
18055Hellertown, PA 180556.8 mi20$15,595,880$422,475$779,794
18064Nazareth, PA 180647.6 mi41$35,420,228$837,400$863,908
18034Center Valley, PA 180348.4 mi12$33,384,444$2,006,666$2,782,037
18042Easton, PA 180428.6 mi72$32,587,920$344,000$452,610
18104Allentown, PA 181049.0 mi75$38,116,350$452,475$508,218
18077Riegelsville, PA 1807710.1 mi4$1,810,000$452,500$452,500
18036Coopersburg, PA 1803610.5 mi37$23,807,687$620,220$643,451

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BETHLEHEM, PA 18017?

As of September 2026, there are 81 active listings in BETHLEHEM, PA (zip code 18017), compared to 81 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BETHLEHEM, PA 18017?

The median listing price in BETHLEHEM, PA 18017 is $477,425 as of September 2026, a 12.7% decrease from $547,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BETHLEHEM, PA 18017 spend an average of 30 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 33 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BETHLEHEM, PA 18017?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, BETHLEHEM, PA 18017 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

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