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PALMERTON, PA 18071

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

Market Analysis

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

The PALMERTON, PA real estate market (18071) currently shows 18 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.6% year-over-year, from $215,000 to $233,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 11,107  ·  Density: 137.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,163

Typical home value: $184,082  ·  Homeownership: 66.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 12.5% vs 16 last year
Pending
11
61% pending ratio
Median Price
$233,475
⇧ 8.6% vs $215,000 last year
Average Price
$307,658
⇧ 28.6% vs $239,218 last year
Days on Market
33
⇩ 15.4% vs 39 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$147
⇧ 1.4% vs $145/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,846 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 16 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $233,475 (+8.6% YoY)
  • Average: $307,658 (+28.6% 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 14.2 miles — 391 listings ($178,504,041 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18071Palmerton, PA 180710.0 mi20$6,400,800$243,750$320,040
18244Parryville, PA 182444.8 mi1$214,900$214,900$214,900
18035Cherryville, PA 180355.9 mi1$439,900$439,900$439,900
18058Kunkletown, PA 180586.2 mi35$16,788,590$424,000$479,674
18080Slatington, PA 180807.1 mi27$7,984,629$229,900$295,727
18229Jim Thorpe, PA 182298.9 mi36$14,633,172$343,000$406,477
18014Bath, PA 180149.9 mi18$6,484,050$306,175$360,225
18037Coplay, PA 1803710.4 mi13$5,164,094$375,000$397,238
18330Effort, PA 1833011.3 mi30$18,997,680$412,925$633,256
18210Albrightsville, PA 1821011.7 mi141$66,906,474$387,450$474,514
18052Whitehall, PA 1805212.7 mi42$17,787,420$449,995$423,510
18091Wind Gap, PA 1809113.5 mi16$12,346,464$848,775$771,654
18240Nesquehoning, PA 1824014.2 mi11$4,355,868$262,000$395,988

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PALMERTON, PA 18071?

As of March 2026, there are 18 active listings in PALMERTON, PA (zip code 18071), compared to 16 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PALMERTON, PA 18071?

The median listing price in PALMERTON, PA 18071 is $233,475 as of March 2026, a 8.6% increase from $215,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in PALMERTON, PA 18071 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PALMERTON, PA 18071?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, PALMERTON, PA 18071 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PALMERTON, PA 18071 save an estimated $4,670 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $233,475. 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.