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ALLENTOWN, PA 18101

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 18101

Center City (Central Allentown) · East Allentown

Market Analysis

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

The ALLENTOWN, PA real estate market (18101) currently shows 4 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 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 93 days on market compared to 14 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 15.1% year-over-year, from $199,900 to $230,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,673  ·  Density: 7,132.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $39,044

Typical home value: $181,337  ·  Homeownership: 10.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇩ 20% vs 5 last year
Pending
3
75% pending ratio
Median Price
$230,000
⇧ 15.1% vs $199,900 last year
Average Price
$230,000
⇧ 26.4% vs $181,950 last year
Days on Market
93
⇧ 564.3% vs 14 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$147
⇧ 4.3% vs $141/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,560 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 14 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $230,000 (+15.1% YoY)
  • Average: $230,000 (+26.4% 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 10.2 miles — 451 listings ($249,420,146 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18101Allentown, PA 181010.0 mi5$944,355$193,675$188,871
18102Allentown, PA 181020.5 mi67$15,718,133$231,224$234,599
18109Allentown, PA 181092.8 mi23$6,837,440$319,675$297,280
18104Allentown, PA 181044.1 mi75$38,116,350$452,475$508,218
18018Bethlehem, PA 180184.3 mi44$15,941,376$310,925$362,304
18015Bethlehem, PA 180155.4 mi65$66,205,750$761,500$1,018,550
18049Emmaus, PA 180496.0 mi40$18,142,480$447,800$453,562
18106Allentown, PA 181066.9 mi7$3,348,072$352,400$478,296
18069Orefield, PA 180697.8 mi10$6,069,750$528,750$606,975
18020Bethlehem, PA 180208.9 mi30$19,602,810$583,725$653,427
18055Hellertown, PA 180559.0 mi20$15,595,880$422,475$779,794
18078Schnecksville, PA 180789.2 mi35$26,412,120$726,900$754,632
18051Fogelsville, PA 1805110.2 mi30$16,485,630$475,560$549,521

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101?

As of September 2026, there are 4 active listings in ALLENTOWN, PA (zip code 18101), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101?

The median listing price in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101 is $230,000 as of September 2026, a 15.1% increase from $199,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 14 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, ALLENTOWN, PA 18101 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 93 days on market compared to 14 days last year.

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