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SCRANTON, PA 18509

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lackawanna County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SCRANTON, PA real estate market (18509) currently shows 26 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.8% year-over-year, from $254,750 to $217,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 13,697  ·  Density: 1,788.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $52,163

Typical home value: $155,928  ·  Homeownership: 47.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇧ 73.3% vs 15 last year
Pending
10
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$217,000
⇩ 14.8% vs $254,750 last year
Average Price
$237,215
⇩ 21.2% vs $301,048 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 2.4% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$138
⇧ 13.1% vs $122/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,664 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 15 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $217,000 (-14.8% YoY)
  • Average: $237,215 (-21.2% 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
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 12.1 miles — 186 listings ($52,987,078 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18509Scranton, PA 185090.0 mi21$6,107,703$264,990$290,843
18508Scranton, PA 185081.9 mi25$4,695,575$182,450$187,823
18519Scranton, PA 185192.3 mi11$2,721,829$199,900$247,439
18505Scranton, PA 185052.9 mi31$6,877,722$213,450$221,862
18517Taylor, PA 185174.4 mi6$1,574,220$226,250$262,370
18434Jessup, PA 184345.3 mi10$2,783,060$237,000$278,306
18507Moosic, PA 185075.5 mi16$9,949,920$467,325$621,870
18518Old Forge, PA 185186.3 mi18$4,914,432$247,450$273,024
18641Pittston, PA 186417.9 mi8$1,591,144$207,500$198,893
18642Duryea, PA 186428.7 mi10$2,657,000$274,950$265,700
18433Jermyn, PA 1843310.2 mi11$2,658,821$217,500$241,711
18643Pittston, PA 1864310.9 mi17$4,660,652$253,675$274,156
18625Lake Winola, PA 1862512.1 mi2$1,795,000$897,500$897,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SCRANTON, PA 18509?

As of April 2026, there are 26 active listings in SCRANTON, PA (zip code 18509), compared to 15 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SCRANTON, PA 18509?

The median listing price in SCRANTON, PA 18509 is $217,000 as of April 2026, a 14.8% decrease from $254,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in SCRANTON, PA 18509 spend an average of 42 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 SCRANTON, PA 18509?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, SCRANTON, PA 18509 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SCRANTON, PA 18509 save an estimated $4,340 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $217,000. 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.