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FOREST CITY, PA 18421

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Susquehanna County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
16
⇩ 15.8% vs 19 last year
Pending
5
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$172,400
⇩ 20.7% vs $217,425 last year
Average Price
$276,524
⇩ 5.6% vs $292,959 last year
Days on Market
72
⇩ 13.3% vs 83 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,424  ·  Density: 45.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,429

Typical home value: $167,061  ·  Homeownership: 79.4%

Market Analysis

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

The FOREST CITY, PA real estate market (18421) currently shows 16 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.7% year-over-year, from $217,425 to $172,400.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 16 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 83 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $172,400 (-20.7% YoY)
  • Average: $276,524 (-5.6% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.4 miles — 220 listings ($90,177,984 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18421Forest City, PA 184210.0 mi16$4,424,384$172,400$276,524
18470Union Dale, PA 184705.8 mi15$10,518,960$375,000$701,264
18456Prompton, PA 184567.3 mi3$1,094,901$365,000$364,967
18453Pleasant Mount, PA 184538.2 mi6$1,917,600$299,000$319,600
18842South Gibson, PA 188429.9 mi1$440,000$440,000$440,000
18431Honesdale, PA 1843111.4 mi35$14,793,905$330,000$422,683
18465Thompson, PA 1846512.2 mi3$1,725,000$575,000$575,000
18447Olyphant, PA 1844712.9 mi17$3,980,295$197,000$234,135
18420Fleetville, PA 1842012.9 mi1$500,000$500,000$500,000
18434Jessup, PA 1843414.6 mi8$2,064,800$239,750$258,100
18446Nicholson, PA 1844615.1 mi7$2,771,699$402,450$395,957
18436Lake Ariel, PA 1843616.0 mi108$45,946,440$344,500$425,430
18455Preston Park, PA 1845516.4 mi0$0$457,700$457,700

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FOREST CITY, PA 18421?

As of January 2026, there are 16 active listings in FOREST CITY, PA (zip code 18421), compared to 19 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FOREST CITY, PA 18421?

The median listing price in FOREST CITY, PA 18421 is $172,400 as of January 2026, a 20.7% decrease from $217,425 the prior year.

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

Homes in FOREST CITY, PA 18421 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FOREST CITY, PA 18421?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FOREST CITY, PA 18421 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FOREST CITY, PA 18421 save an estimated $3,448 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $172,400. 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.