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PALMERTON, PA 18071

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
15
⇩ 6.3% vs 16 last year
Pending
8
53% pending ratio
Median Price
$220,000
⇧ 14.7% vs $191,750 last year
Average Price
$287,056
⇧ 32.7% vs $216,365 last year
Days on Market
61
⇧ 22% vs 50 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The PALMERTON, PA real estate market (18071) currently shows 15 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 61 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.7% year-over-year, from $191,750 to $220,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 15 this year vs 16 last year
  • Days on market: 61 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $220,000 (+14.7% YoY)
  • Average: $287,056 (+32.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.2 miles — 259 listings ($113,160,754 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18071Palmerton, PA 180710.0 mi15$4,305,840$220,000$287,056
18244Parryville, PA 182444.8 mi1$214,900$214,900$214,900
18038Danielsville, PA 180385.6 mi5$1,149,500$229,900$229,900
18058Kunkletown, PA 180586.2 mi36$17,955,756$464,950$498,771
18080Slatington, PA 180807.1 mi25$6,758,125$249,000$270,325
18229Jim Thorpe, PA 182298.9 mi46$19,191,246$359,900$417,201
18067Northampton, PA 180679.4 mi47$17,831,988$355,000$379,404
18053Germansville, PA 1805310.4 mi3$1,619,850$539,950$539,950
18078Schnecksville, PA 1807811.2 mi27$20,008,242$787,400$741,046
18322Brodheadsville, PA 1832211.4 mi5$2,529,875$542,500$505,975
18353Saylorsburg, PA 1835311.9 mi20$10,299,160$479,950$514,958
18032Catasauqua, PA 1803213.4 mi18$7,502,922$374,900$416,829
18240Nesquehoning, PA 1824014.2 mi11$3,793,350$159,900$344,850

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 15 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 $220,000 as of January 2026, a 14.7% increase from $191,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in PALMERTON, PA 18071 spend an average of 61 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 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 January 2026, PALMERTON, PA 18071 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 50 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 $4,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $220,000. 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.