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ALLENTOWN, PA 18101

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
vs 6 last year
Pending
2
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$171,900
⇩ 50.9% vs $350,000 last year
Average Price
$178,175
⇩ 55.5% vs $400,000 last year
Days on Market
84
⇧ 104.9% vs 41 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The ALLENTOWN, PA real estate market (18101) currently shows 6 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 50.9% year-over-year, from $350,000 to $171,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $171,900 (-50.9% YoY)
  • Average: $178,175 (-55.5% 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 10.2 miles — 463 listings ($248,070,738 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18101Allentown, PA 181010.0 mi6$1,069,050$171,900$178,175
18102Allentown, PA 181020.5 mi76$17,506,904$229,000$230,354
18109Allentown, PA 181092.8 mi27$7,637,463$269,900$282,869
18104Allentown, PA 181044.1 mi67$33,384,559$482,000$498,277
18018Bethlehem, PA 180184.3 mi50$17,366,300$320,000$347,326
18015Bethlehem, PA 180155.4 mi71$70,858,000$811,000$998,000
18049Emmaus, PA 180496.0 mi41$20,162,980$454,000$491,780
18106Allentown, PA 181066.9 mi9$3,846,600$379,900$427,400
18069Orefield, PA 180697.8 mi7$4,255,720$479,900$607,960
18020Bethlehem, PA 180208.9 mi40$23,848,000$520,000$596,200
18055Hellertown, PA 180559.0 mi18$14,108,400$565,000$783,800
18078Schnecksville, PA 180789.2 mi27$20,008,242$787,400$741,046
18051Fogelsville, PA 1805110.2 mi24$14,018,520$509,950$584,105

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 6 active listings in ALLENTOWN, PA (zip code 18101), compared to 6 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101 is $171,900 as of January 2026, a 50.9% decrease from $350,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 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 January 2026, ALLENTOWN, PA 18101 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALLENTOWN, PA 18101 save an estimated $3,438 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $171,900. 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.