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LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
108
⇩ 8.5% vs 118 last year
Pending
29
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$344,500
⇩ 2.1% vs $351,900 last year
Average Price
$425,430
⇩ 10.2% vs $473,918 last year
Days on Market
102
⇧ 10.9% vs 92 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,839  ·  Density: 50.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,830

Typical home value: $206,101  ·  Homeownership: 88.4%

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE ARIEL, PA real estate market (18436) currently shows 108 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 102 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 102 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.1% year-over-year, from $351,900 to $344,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 108 this year vs 118 last year
  • Days on market: 102 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $344,500 (-2.1% YoY)
  • Average: $425,430 (-10.2% 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 14.6 miles — 435 listings ($187,586,640 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18436Lake Ariel, PA 184360.0 mi108$45,946,440$344,500$425,430
18438Lakeville, PA 184387.8 mi13$10,039,770$690,000$772,290
18403Archbald, PA 184038.5 mi15$6,352,905$289,900$423,527
18512Scranton, PA 1851210.2 mi13$3,801,525$265,000$292,425
18472Waymart, PA 1847210.3 mi6$3,832,680$549,999$638,780
18452Peckville, PA 1845210.5 mi5$1,265,000$255,000$253,000
18464Tafton, PA 1846411.6 mi18$19,393,434$749,999$1,077,413
18447Olyphant, PA 1844712.5 mi17$3,980,295$197,000$234,135
18509Scranton, PA 1850912.8 mi22$6,395,620$254,500$290,710
18407Carbondale, PA 1840713.1 mi37$12,222,654$202,450$330,342
18508Scranton, PA 1850813.6 mi25$4,441,225$161,998$177,649
18428Hawley, PA 1842814.0 mi121$55,121,187$385,000$455,547
18431Honesdale, PA 1843114.6 mi35$14,793,905$330,000$422,683

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436?

As of January 2026, there are 108 active listings in LAKE ARIEL, PA (zip code 18436), compared to 118 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436?

The median listing price in LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436 is $344,500 as of January 2026, a 2.1% decrease from $351,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436 spend an average of 102 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 92 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 102 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436 save an estimated $6,890 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $344,500. 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.